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Belton ISD

Secondary Course

Planning Guide

2017-2018

Published 8.3.2017

Belton High School 600 Lake Road Belton, TX 76513 254.215.2200 Belton New Tech High School @ Waskow 320 N. Blair Belton, TX 76513 254.215.2500

Lake Belton Middle School 8818 Tarver Road Temple, TX 76502 254.215.2900

North Belton Middle School 7907 Prairie View Temple, TX 76502 254.316.5200

South Belton Middle School 805 Sagebrush Belton, TX 76513 254.215.3000

This catalog is a guide based on information, as it is known at the time of publication. Occasionally, changes occur due to action by the Texas Legislature and/or Texas State Board of Education. In addition, there could be changes that affect course offerings, grade point distribution, graduation requirements and students’ class schedules after this catalog is printed. Courses listed in this catalog may not be available because of limited enrollment. It is the policy of the Belton Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex or handicap in its programs, services, or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Belton ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504 Coordinator at 400 North Wall, Belton, Texas 76513 at 254-215-2000.

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How to Use the Course Planning Guide

Planning Your Course of Study

Planning your course of study during middle and high school is an important step in planning your future. The decisions you make, along with the course of study you pursue, will affect your plans for the future, including college and career readiness.

College students change their majors an average of three times. Given this information, you will probably reconsider your career goals several times. The decisions you make now, regarding both your course selections and the activities in which you participate, will impact your options beyond high school. It is best to pursue a broad, well-rounded program of study that will prepare you for a variety of opportunities, and Belton ISD offers students a variety of options. You are encouraged to pursue a rigorous, challenging selection of courses best suited to your needs.

Within this book you will find a listing of courses, a guide for career planning and general information about graduation plans and school policies. Pages 20-56 contain information specifically regarding high school courses, while pages 57-61 contain information specifically regarding options for middle school students

Please use this guide throughout the year as a reference as you plan your coursework and your future. You have important decisions to make, please take them seriously and make them count. Your counselor is available to answer any questions or concerns you might have regarding the course planning process.

High School Students and Parents: ❏ Review the graduation requirements on pages 4-5. Use your Skyward access to review your 4-year plan

and/or transcript of the high school courses you have completed. ❏ Think about your plans after high school and career goals. Decide which college and/or articulated credit

(see page 8) opportunities you might want to pursue in high school.

For information about: ❏ Ways to potentially earn college credit see page 10. ❏ Preparing for college see pages 11-12. ❏ Ways to earn high school credits outside the normal school day see pages 8-9.

❏ Review the course designations offered on page 6. ❏ Update your 4-year plan as needed. ❏ Choose courses for next year’s schedule that support your 4-year plan and career goals. Be sure you

have completed the prerequisite requirements for the courses you select. ❏ Complete the course selection process that was explained by your campus and submit it by the required

deadline.

Middle School Students and Parents: ❏ Review the middle school course of study on page 58. Also familiarize yourself with the requirements of

the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) + endorsements on pages 4-5. ❏ Study the content and requirements of the courses available for your grade level on pages 58-61. ❏ Think about your future goals for high school and beyond. Consider the examples of ways to earn high

school credit while in middle school on page 61. ❏ Make a final decision about the courses you plan to take next year. Complete the course selection process

that was explained by your campus and submit it by the required deadline.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

How to Use the Course Planning Guide---------- 1

High School Program

Graduation Requirements, Student Classification 3 Foundation High School Graduation Program 4 Endorsement Options for the FHSP---------------- 5 Course Designations, Course Load, Extracurricular Activities----------------------------

6

Traditional Ways to Earn High School Credit----- 7 Alternate Ways to Earn High School Credit------- 8

College Readiness

Alternate Ways to Earn College Credit------------- 10 AP Courses------------------------------------------------ 10 Dual Credit Courses-------------------------------------- 10 Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Requirements------ 10 NCAA Requirements------------------------------------- 11 Websites ---------------------------------------------------- 11 Testing ------------------------------------------------------ 11 Dual Credit Guide ----------------------------------------- 13

Grading and Class Rank System

Grading and Class Rank System--------------------- 15

Course Planning

Course Planning Worksheet -------------------------- 19

Course Sequence Overviews & Information

English / Language Arts--------------------------------- 20 Mathematics------------------------------------------------ 22 Science ----------------------------------------------------- 24 Social Studies---------------------------------------------- 26

Endorsement Sequence Overviews/Information Multidisciplinary 28 Arts & Humanities Fine Arts 29 Foreign Language 30 Social Studies 30 Business & Industry Agriculture & Manufacturing 31 Business Management & Administration 36 Communication & Information Technology 38 Construction & Auto Tech 42 Hospitality & Tourism 44 Journalism & Speech 45 Public Service Health Science 46 JROTC 49 Public Service 50 STEM Engineering 53 Math 53 Science 53 Multidisciplinary STEM 53

Additional High School Information

High School Misc. Electives------------------------- 55 High School Physical Education------------------- 55 High School Athletics--------------------------------- 56

Middle School Program Middle School Course of Study-------------------- 58 Grading Policy in Middle School------------------- 58 Middle School Courses------------------------------ 59

Please check the Belton ISD Course Planning Guide online at www.bisd.net for updated information.


http://www.bisd.net/

Graduation Requirements / Student Classification

Graduation Requirements

❏ Beginning with the Freshman class of 2011-2012, a student must earn passing scores on five (5) STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams, in addition to earning all required course credits for their graduation plans to earn a diploma.

❏ Requirements of the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) found on page 4 apply to students entering 9th grade in the fall of 2014 and thereafter.

STAAR End of Course Exams

English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

English I English II Algebra I Biology US History

Student Classification

The Foundation High School Program (FHSP) requires 22 credits, and is the basis for our grade level classifications below. The FHSP + Endorsement requires a total of 26 credits, and is the plan recommended for all students. Students may not be approved for a FHSP (22 credits) until after the sophomore year. Students are classified based on the number of academic credits they have earned at the beginning of the school year. All students who have completed 8th grade enter high school as a freshman regardless of the number of high school credits they may have already earned through middle school, summer school, credit by exam and/or online learning.

Grade Level Classification

Grade Classification Credits Additional Requirement

9th Freshman 0 - 5.5

10th Sophomore 6 - 9.5

11th Junior 10 - 15.5 enrolled in English 3

12th Senior 16+ enrolled in 4th English credit

December Graduation

December graduation applications may be obtained through the counselor’s office and must be completed and returned by September 2nd. Early graduates may participate in the graduation ceremony in June but will not be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian honors. Early graduates’ GPAs and class ranks will be determined in the same manner as other graduating seniors. All early graduates must have passed all EOC tests prior to receiving the early graduation application.


The Foundation High School Program (FHSP) + Endorsement

FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM (FHSP) The 22-credit Foundation is required for all endorsements.

ENGLISH ---------------------------------------------- 4 Must consist of English I, II, III (ESOL I and ESOL II may be substituted for English I and II for students with limited English proficiency), and an additional/advanced English course

MATHEMATICS-------------------------------------- 3 Must include Algebra I, Geometry, and an additional/advanced math course beyond Algebra I

SCIENCE----------------------------------------------- 3 Must include Biology, one credit selected from IPC, Chemistry, or Physics, and one additional/advanced, lab-based science course

SOCIAL STUDIES----------------------------------- 3 Must include World Geography or World History, US History, one-half credit Government, and one-half credit Economics

LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH------ 2 Must consist of 2 levels in the same language

FINE ARTS-------------------------------------------- 1 Choir, Band, Orchestra, Dance, Art, Theatre Arts, AP Music Theory or Principles & Elements of Floral Design

PHYSICAL EDUCATION-------------------------- 1 May include Athletics or PE (up to 4 credits). Foundations of Personal Fitness, fall semesters of Marching Band or Color Guard or the first year of Cheerleading, JROTC or Magic Belles

ELECTIVES-------------------------------------------- 5

TOTAL FHSP CREDITS----------------- 22

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ENDORSEMENT

MATHEMATICS - ALGEBRA II or other advanced math credit dependent on endorsement --------------------------- 1

SCIENCE----------------------------------------------- 1 ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES ------------------------ 2 Electives must be chosen from the five endorsement categories of STEM, Business & Industry, Arts & Humanities, Public Services, and/or Multidisciplinary Studies

TOTAL CREDITS: FHSP + ENDORSEMENT 26 College Board Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses may be substituted in appropriate areas for both Foundation and Endorsement credits.

STATE ASSESSMENT PERFORMANCE In addition to the credit requirements as listed, students must meet passing standards on the following End-of-Course Exams: English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology and United States History.

ENDORSEMENTS All students will begin on the Multidisciplinary Endorsement. Students will be permitted to change their endorsement with written notification. There are 5 endorsement options, which allow students flexibility based on individual interests and career goals. Each endorsement is designed to prepare students to successfully enter postsecondary education or the workforce upon graduation from high school. ● MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES - Allows a student to

complete prescribed courses from each of the four foundation subject areas, advanced placement courses from four foundation subject areas or four advanced courses from within one endorsement area or among endorsement areas not in a coherent sequence.

● ARTS & HUMANITIES - Art; Dance; Music; Theatre; Social Studies; Languages other than English

● BUSINESS & INDUSTRY - Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology and Communications; Business, Management and Administration; Finance; Hospitality and Tourism (Culinary Arts); Information Technology, Manufacturing; Marketing, Sales and Service; Transportation and Logistics (Auto Technology); Advanced Broadcast Journalism, Newspaper or Public Speaking

● PUBLIC SERVICES - Education and Training; Health Science, Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security; Human Services; JROTC

● STEM - Science, including computer science; Technology; Engineering and Mathematics (Algebra II, Chemistry and Physics are required for the STEM endorsement).

Specific requirements for each endorsement were adopted by the State Board of Education on January 31, 2014.

RECOGNITIONS Students have the opportunity to earn additional recognitions in the following areas: DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT A student may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing all curriculum requirements for the Foundation High School Program, plus each of the following:

● A fourth credit in mathematics, which must include Algebra II;

● A fourth credit in science; ● The requirements of at least one endorsement

A student must graduate with a Distinguished Level of Achievement to be considered for the Top 10% and eligible for automatic admission to a Texas public college or university. PERFORMANCE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS A student may earn a performance acknowledgement in one or more of the following categories:

● AP test score of 3 or above; ● Outstanding performance on the PSAT, the SAT or the

ACT; ● Completion of at least 12 hours’ college coursework with

final grades of A or B (3.0 GPA or above); ● Bilingualism and biliteracy ● Earning a nationally or internationally recognized

business or industry certification or license


Belton ISD Endorsement Options

Multidisciplinary Studies A Multidisciplinary Studies endorsement requires completion of the FHSP and at least one of the following:

❏ four (4) additional/advanced courses, from within one endorsement area or from various endorsement areas, that prepare the student to either successfully enter post-secondary education without the need for remediation or successfully enter the workforce

OR ❏ Four (4) credits in each of the four foundation subject areas of English Language Arts, math, science, and social studies, including

a traditional English IV option (academic or Dual Credit) course, and Chemistry and/or Physics OR

❏ Four (4) AP or Dual Credit courses selected from English Language Arts, math, science, social studies, LOTE, and/or Fine Arts

Please note: All 9th graders will begin on the multidisciplinary endorsement.

STEM

A STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) endorsement requires completion of the FHSP, including Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics, and one of the following:

❏ A coherent sequence of 4 CTE credits, including: ❏ at least 2 courses in the same career cluster, and ❏ at least 1 advanced CTE course that is the 3rd course

or higher in a sequence related to science, technology, engineering, or math

OR

❏ A coherent sequence of 4 credits in Computer Science or Computer Programming

OR

❏ Successful completion of 2 additional math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite

OR

❏ Successful completion of 2 additional science credits beyond Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

OR

❏ A cross-disciplinary study of science and math, including 3 credits from a combination of courses chosen from up to 2 of the following categories:

❏ STEM CTE career cluster courses ❏ Computer Science ❏ Math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite ❏ Science courses beyond Chemistry and Physics

Business & Industry A Business & Industry endorsement requires completion of the FHSP and one of the following:

❏ A coherent sequence of 4 CTE credits, including: ❏ at least 2 courses in the same career cluster; and ❏ at least 1 advanced CTE course that is the 3rd course or

higher in a sequence in one of the following career clusters:

❏ Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources ❏ Architecture & Construction ❏ Arts, A/V Technology & Communications ❏ Business Management & Administration ❏ Finance ❏ Hospitality & Tourism ❏ Information Technology ❏ Manufacturing ❏ Marketing ❏ Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

OR ❏ Four (4) English Language Arts elective credits, including 3 levels in

ONE of the following areas ❏ Journalism - Newspaper or Yearbook or ❏ Speech - Debate or Oral Interpretation

OR ❏ Four (4) Technology Applications credits selected from:

❏ Digital Design & Media Production ❏ Digital Art & Animation ❏ Digital Communication in the 21st Century ❏ Digital Video & Audio Design

OR ❏ A combination of courses selected from various categories within the

Business & Industry endorsements to form a coherent sequence

Public Services A Public Service endorsement requires completion of the FHSP and ONE of the following:

❏ A coherent sequence of 4 CTE credits, including: ❏ at least 2 courses in the same career cluster, and ❏ at least 1 advanced CTE course that is the 3rd course

or higher in a sequence in ONE of the following career clusters:

❏ Health Science ❏ Education & Training ❏ Government & Public Administration ❏ Human Services ❏ Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security ❏ NJROTC

This endorsement cannot be earned through combining courses from separate Public Services pathways.

Arts & Humanities An Arts & Humanities endorsement requires completion of the FHSP and ONE of the following:

❏ Five (5) social studies credits OR

❏ Four (4) levels/credits of the same language of LOTE OR

❏ Two (2) levels/credits of one LOTE and 2 levels/credits of a separate LOTE

OR ❏ A coherent sequence of 4 credits in Fine Arts from ONE or TWO

Fine Arts disciplines of Art, Dance, Music, and/or Theatre OR

❏ Four (4) English elective credits selected from English IV, Communication Applications, and AP English Literature & Composition


Course Designations / Course Load / Extracurricular Activities

Course Designations Courses are divided into the following designations:

❏ Academic—Academic courses provide students with the opportunity to take subjects that will advance learning in basic subject areas. These courses provide on-grade level instruction in all Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills as outlined in the state board approved well-balanced curriculum.

❏ Dual Credit—Dual credit courses provide students the opportunity to earn college credit through concurrent enrollment at a local college or university. Dual credit options include Temple College (including Texas Bioscience Institute for BHS), UMHB, and UT-Permian Basin.

❏ Pre-Advanced Placement/Honors—According to the College Board Advanced Placement Program, Pre-AP curriculum is one that is different in pace, depth, breadth, and/or complexity. All students are taught in accordance with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.

❏ Advanced Placement—AP courses allow students the opportunity to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. AP courses prepare students for College Board Advanced Placement Tests. See additional information on the Advanced Placement Program on page 10.

❏ Local Credit—This is a course in which a student participates but may not receive state credit towards graduation (P.E. after 4.0 credits, Athletics after 4.0 credits, all Aide classes, Cheerleading after 1.0 credit)

Gifted & Talented Program Gifted and Talented students can progress beyond the regular school curriculum. Students at the high school level are provided services through designated pre-advanced placement and advanced placement courses. Courses are offered in five academic areas: math, science, social studies, language arts, foreign language, and two electives areas in art and music. Students may be nominated for the gifted and talented program at any time by teachers, counselors, parents or other interested persons. Criteria to identify gifted and talented students shall be established in the board-approved program for the gifted and talented. Written parental consent shall be obtained before any special testing or individual assessment is conducted as part of the screening and identification process. A selection committee shall evaluate each nominated student according to the established criteria and shall select those students for whom gifted program placement is the more appropriate educational setting. Assessment tools may include, but are not limited to, the following: achievement and ability tests, behavioral checklist completed by teachers and parents, teacher nominations based on classroom observations, student/parent conferences, student work products (if available) and an interview. Parents and students shall be notified in writing upon selection of the student for the gifted and talented program. Participation in the program or services provided for gifted students is voluntary. The district shall obtain written permission of the student and parent before a student is placed in the gifted program.

Course Load

❏ 9th, 10th, & 11th grade students are required to take 7 credit courses each semester. ❏ Generally, seniors are required to take a minimum of 6 credit courses each semester. ❏ Students with “off campus” period designations are required to be off campus during those periods. ❏ Students in a career prep class are required to take a minimum of 4 classes each semester in addition to the career

prep class. ❏ Students who wish to gain position or try out for membership in any extracurricular squad must be currently enrolled

in Belton ISD.

Extracurricular Activities Participation in extracurricular activities is a privilege, and strict academic standards for participation exist across the state; Belton ISD, in compliance with state law and the UIL, reinforces this with the “No Pass-No Play” rule. In order to be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities following the initial six-week period of the school year, a student must not have a recorded grade average lower than a 70. Waiver of Suspension However, this suspension may be waived by a principal if the class failed is identified as an advanced placement, pre-advanced placement, or college dual credit class.


Traditional Ways to Earn High School Credit

General Information about Credits Awarding of Credit High school graduation course credit may be earned only if the student receives a grade equivalent to or higher than 70 on a 100-point scale, based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills of each course. A student who successfully completes only one semester of a two-semester course is awarded partial credit. However, for full year courses required for graduation, students must earn the remaining credit through a credit recovery method. Denial of Credit Students must be in attendance at least 90% of the time a class is in session to receive credit per Texas Education Code 25.092. When attendance falls below 90% of the days the class is offered, after consideration of absences labeled as due to extraordinary circumstances, the student and parent(s) shall be notified in writing. The principal and/or campus Attendance Review Committee shall hear all cases where a student's attendance has fallen below 90% and an appeal has been filed in writing. To receive credit, the principal and/or Attendance Review Committee may assign one or more alternative learning activities to make up work missed or credit lost. Local Credit Warning Local credit courses DO NOT count towards required state graduation credits. Original Credit / Recovery Credit Original credit is earned when a student takes a course for the first time and successfully meets the course requirements to earn a passing semester or year average. Recovery credit is earned when a student retakes a course for which credit was not awarded the first time because of a failing semester/year average. The recovery may occur by retaking the entire course in its standard format or by retaking it in an alternate format. Your school counselor is a valuable resource when making decisions about how to earn credit. High School Credit Courses in Middle School (Original Credit) The HS shown alongside course descriptions in the middle school section denotes high school credit courses available to middle school students. Students can select courses that yield high school credit during middle school. These options are described on page 61 of the course planning guide. High school credit courses taken in middle school will become a permanent part of the student’s high school transcript for credit purposes, but will NOT be calculated in student’s Grade Point Average. Fall and Spring Semesters, Grades 9-12 (Original Credit and Credit Recovery) Students can earn all 26 required graduation credits for the Foundation High School Plan + Endorsement by successfully completing required courses during the normal school day at BHS and BNTHS@W. Summer School BHS and BNTHS@W may offer both recovery and accelerated summer school for those students who qualify. Dates will be announced near the end of the school year. All class offerings are dependent upon final student counts and pre-registration. Tuition will be charged for accelerated summer school classes. The recovery summer school program is for students who have unsuccessfully attempted a subject during the regular school year. Students cannot receive credit for recovery summer school unless they have previously attempted the class. Students may complete one semester of the entire year of a course, which they did not successfully complete during a preceding school year. Accelerated summer school is for students who wish to take selected classes during the summer term to provide more opportunities in their schedules during the regular school year. Course listings of the course offerings will be available through the Counseling Center near the end of the school year. Students will be asked to pay tuition and registration fees and any applicable lab or supply fees.


Alternate Ways to Earn High School Credit

Blended Learning Blended learning combines online digital media with traditional classroom methods. Belton ISD will offer a blended learning experience in Government and/or Economics for BHS seniors and Physics for BNTHS@W juniors. Please contact your school counselor for an application if interested in this type of experience.

Correspondence Courses Correspondence courses offer an alternate way of earning high school credit. These courses are offered through the University of Texas or Texas Tech University. The course must include the state required essential knowledge and skills, and the correspondence grade must be received by December prior to June graduation if that course is to count toward high school graduation. However, grades earned in correspondence courses are not used in computing grade point average (GPA) or class rank. Students are responsible for all registration fees and materials.

Web site for Texas Tech: www.depts.ttu.edu/ttuisd/high_school.php Web site for UT Austin: www.utexas.edu/cee/k12.shtml

Credit by Acceleration Credit by Acceleration (CBA) allows students to accelerate and earn credit for a particular course without formal instruction. The district will offer CBA for all academic courses. The exams will be offered at least three days during each of these four testing windows: January 1 to March 31, April 1 to June 30. July 1 to September 30, and October 1 to December 31. Students who score 80% mastery (or greater) on each examination will be given credit for the course tested. Grades earned through credit by acceleration are not used when computing a student’s Grade Point Average or class rank.

Credit by Articulation Students planning to attend a community college or technical college can obtain college credit by taking certain high school courses. Credit by Articulation allows students to earn college credit for courses that cover the same material learned in high school. Career and technical courses may count toward a certificate or an Associate Degree at Temple College. Some courses may earn students articulated credit statewide. In order to receive college credit through articulation, a student must:

❏ complete a planned series of high school courses at the required grade level and receive the minimum high school grade each college requires (Some colleges require a high school grade of 80 or 85.),

❏ successfully complete one semester of coursework at the college (grade of C or above), ❏ meet other requirements as specified by the college, such as passing a college test in that subject, and ❏ present a high school transcript to the college and fill out a Credit by Articulation form at the college.

Once the previously mentioned criteria are met, credit received for high school course(s) will appear on the college transcript. See the CTE Coordinator or Director.

Credit by Exam Students may register for Credit by Exam (CBE) or Credit by Acceleration (CBA) through the University of Texas (www.utexas.edu/cee/k12.shtml) or Texas Tech University (www.depts.ttu.edu/ttuisd/supplemental.php). Scores on CBE and CBA exams may not be used to gain eligibility for extracurricular activities or in computing grade point average (GPA) or class rank. A student may attempt Credit by Exam (CBE) who has had sufficient prior formal instruction as determined by the school on the basis of a review of the student’s educational records. Students enrolled in BISD must:

❏ have an average grade of 50 in each subject area in which CBE is being attempted, ❏ pass the state approved exam as defined in BISD policy with a grade of 70 to earn course credit, and ❏ not request re-examination on the denied course in the same school-year cycle in which the credit was denied.

Students in a non-public school education setting must: ❏ submit the course curriculum for which prior seat time is being claimed. A curriculum review committee will review the

submitted materials to determine if they match the course curriculum as aligned with TEKS and EOC. ❏ take the state-approved exam for the course(s) for which credit is sought and pass with a grade of 70. If this grade is

not attained, credit for the course is denied. The student may not request re-examination on the denied course in the same school-year cycle in which the credit was denied.

Pending the state-certified exam results, the campus administrator will decide probationary placement. For questions, please contact the Coordinator of Advanced Academics.


http://www.utexas.edu/cee/k12.shtml

http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ttuisd/high_school.php

http://www.depts.ttu.edu/uc/k12/



http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ttuisd/supplemental.php

Alternate Ways to Earn High School Credit (cont’d)

Off-Campus Physical Education Classes Physical Education is designed to promote self-confidence, social skills and safety awareness in students by developing knowledge of lifetime fitness through various activities and skills. Local Policy: The district has developed the following policy allowing students to participate in an off-campus commercially sponsored activity instead of the campus physical education class. This policy reflects Texas Administrative Code 74.11 Subchapter (D) for receiving physical education credit through off-campus commercial programs. The parent must apply to the district for approval, and such approval may be granted under the following conditions:

❏ Olympic-level participation and/or competition that include a minimum of 15 hours per week of highly intense, professional, supervised training. The training facility, instructors, and the activities involved in the program must be certified by the superintendent or designee to be of exceptional quality. Students qualifying and participating at this level may be dismissed from school one hour per day. Students dismissed may not miss any class other than physical education.

❏ Private or commercially sponsored physical activities include those certified by the superintendent or designee to be of high quality and well supervised by appropriately trained instructors. Student participation of at least five hours per week must be required. Students certified to participate at this level may not be dismissed from any part of the regular school day.

Certification of Program Before qualifying, local policy requires that the following information be provided to the superintendent or designee to certify the activity in which the student will participate:

❏ Type of activity ❏ Attendance requirements ❏ Qualification of coach ❏ Information concerning the health benefits and the rigor of the activity

TxVSN - Texas Virtual School Network Senate Bill 1788, passed by the 80th Texas Legislature in 2007, established a state virtual network to provide supplemental, online courses for Texas students. Courses are provided by Texas school districts, open enrollment charter schools, Education Service Centers, and institutions of higher education. All high school courses offered through the TxVSN are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) as well as the iNACOL National Standards of Quality for Online Courses. All high school courses are led by an instructor who is Texas-certified in the course subject area and grade level and has completed professional development on effective online instruction. Students may request to take an online course for high school credit, provided the course is part of the student’s normal course load. The course must be necessary and required for high school graduation and not offered at Belton High School. Students may take a maximum of two online courses per semester. Payment for courses taken through TxVSN will be the responsibility of the student. Courses taken through TxVSN will not count towards GPA. Students interested in taking online courses must consult their counselor. Both the counselor and the principal must approve the online course request. For more information about the TxVSN, please see www.txvsn.org.

Miscellaneous Alternate Ways to Earn Credit Physical Education Credit: Students can also obtain physical education credit through correspondence courses in physical education from the University of Texas at Austin or Texas Tech University (see information on Correspondence Courses). In addition to the regular course work, credit by exam/acceleration, correspondence courses, and summer school, students may earn high school credit in other non-traditional ways. Approval for these types of credit must be obtained before a class is started.

❏ Applied music: credit for taking private music lessons outside of school. Student must first register through the counselor.

❏ Physical Education Credit: one credit required for all graduation plans. Students may be allowed to substitute the following courses for the required credit:

❏ Marching Band (PE waiver will be given for Fall semester only) ❏ Drill Team (PE waiver will be given for Fall semester only) ❏ Cheerleading (PE credit for the first year, all other credits will be local credits) ❏ Athletics offered during the school day (PE credit for the first year), may receive up to 4 state PE credits) ❏ JROTC (PE waiver for first year) ❏ Colorguard (PE waiver will be given for Fall semester only)


http://www.txvsn.org/

http://www.txvsn.org/

Alternate Ways to Earn College Credit

Advanced Placement Program The Advanced Placement (AP) program sponsored by the College Board enables students to complete college-level courses while they are in high school. Courses that are designated AP follow specific curricula approved by the College Board and differ from the academic courses in those same subjects. An AP course is like a first-year college course because of the subject matter studied and because each student is expected to assume the responsibility to complete assignments in a manner requested by the instructor. Upon successful completion of the AP level course, the student receives high school credit and the appropriate higher-level grade-point according to the grading scale. When the student takes the AP exam and scores in an acceptable range, advanced college placement and/or college credit or both may be awarded upon college entrance by the accepting institution. The purpose of an AP course is to prepare the student to take the exam; therefore, each student enrolled in an AP course is encouraged to take the AP exam. All state-supported Texas universities are now required to accept AP scores of a 3 or higher. All other credit and score requirements are at the university’s discretion. AP Exam - The examinations for all AP courses are given on designated national test dates during May of each year. The cost of these exams is the student’s responsibility. Fee reductions may be applied to the total cost for students on free and reduced lunch. In addition, students may also be required to purchase an AP study guide. All information and registration dates are available through the counselors’ office. Students should review their college selection’s policy regarding the awarding of credit, placement and grades on the basis of AP exam scores. Students can check their college’s course listing and use the Texas Common Numbering System to make sure these courses are accepted by the college they wish to attend. Pre-AP/AP Exit Policy - Schedule changes from Pre-AP and AP courses will be allowed for students until the 8th day of class for the 1st semester. After the 8th day, students must wait until the end of the 4th week to drop a Pre-AP or AP course. Pre-AP or AP incentive points will not transfer to the new course. Students will have one more opportunity to drop following the completion of 1st semester, and between the 1st and 10th day of class for the 2nd semester. Any class changes may affect the student’s entire schedule and courses sought will be subject to availability of space in the prospective less-challenging class.

Dual Credit Dual Credit is an early admission program for high school juniors and seniors that allow students to earn college credit through identified high school courses. Students interested in enrolling in dual credit courses must adhere to the deadlines set forth by the college governing the course. Dual Credit Warning Dual Credit students must apply for admission, document eligibility for courses selected, enroll and pay associated fees by BISD designated deadline. Students who do not complete all steps by the BISD deadlines will be enrolled in a BISD course equivalent.

Texas Success Initiative TSI Assessment Students attending Texas public institutions of higher education must be in compliance with the Texas Success Initiative (TSI). The law requires all entering college students to be assessed for college readiness in mathematics, reading, and writing unless the student qualifies for an exemption. Each student who fails to meet the minimum passing standard of the assessment instrument must be advised regarding developmental education necessary to ensure readiness to perform college level academic coursework and will be placed in a developmental program designed to help the student reach that goal. TSI Exemptions However, students may be exempt from the TSI Assessment if they have one of the following:

❏ an ACT composite score of 23 or higher, with English and math individual scores greater than or equal to 19, or ❏ SAT Administered prior to March 5, 2016 - an SAT combined score of 1070, with critical reading and math individual

scores greater than or equal to 500 ❏ SAT Administered after March 5, 2016 - an SAT minimum score of 480 of Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, a

minimum score of 530 on mathematics test | Note: No combined score, mixing or combining scores from SAT prior to March 5, 2016, and after March 5, 2016 is not allowable | TAC Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 4, Subchapter C, Rule § 4.54


Preparing for College

NCAA - National Collegiate Athletic Association Many college sports are regulated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), an organization that has established rules on eligibility, recruiting and financial aid. If a student is planning to enroll in college as a freshman and wishes to participate in Division I or Division II sports, he/she must be certified by the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse will analyze academic information and determine if the student meets the NCAA’s initial eligibility requirements. Students wanting to participate in Division I or Division II sports should start the certification process early, usually by the end of their junior year. In order to be certified, students must complete the registration packet, have their transcript and SAT/ACT scores sent to the NCAA, and pay a fee. It is the student’s responsibility to submit the registration packet. Additional information may be found at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

Websites The following is a partial listing of websites that students may find valuable during high school. BISD does not recommend or endorse any websites. They are provided as an informational tool only.

www.commonapp.org Common Application

www.applytexas.org ApplyTexas (Texas Common Application)

www.collegefortexans.com Grant, Scholarship and early graduation information

www.collegeboard.org SAT registration, college and financial aid information

www.actstudent.org ACT registration, college and financial aid information

www.fafsa.ed.gov Free Application for Student Financial Aid

www.fastweb.com Scholarship search information

www.eligibilitycenter.org NCAA information

www.achievetexas.com Career Information

Testing BISD provides the opportunity for a student to take various standardized tests needed for the college process and to evaluate a student’s future career planning. Some of these tests require registration and payment of a fee. Future College Board revisions may result in additional testing availability. PSAT (8th Grade, Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors) The PSAT is a Pre-SAT. It provides practice for the upcoming SAT exam and gives students a chance to see how their skills compare with those of other students applying to college. For juniors, it is the only way to qualify for National Merit Scholarships. SAT and/or ACT (Juniors and Seniors) The SAT or ACT is required by most colleges and universities for acceptance and financial aid. Initial testing should occur during the junior year, but each of these tests may be retaken as often as needed. Belton High School is listed as a national test site for both the SAT and the ACT. Other locations and dates are available throughout Central Texas. See the counselor’s office for a schedule of test dates, or go to www.collegeboard.org to register for the SAT, or www.actstudent.org to register for the ACT. Fee waivers for students in the free or reduced lunch program are available in the counseling office.

Belton High School CEEB code: 440580

Belton New Tech High School @ Waskow CEEB code: 440582


http://www.eligibilitycenter.org/

http://www.applytexas.org/

http://www.actstudent.org/

http://www.collegeboard.org/



http://www.ncaaclearinghouse.net/


http://www.collegefortexans.com/


http://www.ncaaclearinghouse.net/

http://www.fastweb.com/

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

http://www.commonapp.org/

http://www.eligibilitycenter.org/

http://www.achievetexas.com/

Preparing for College (cont’d)

Testing (cont’d) Students with Disabilities Testing Students may apply for testing accommodations through College Board Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) or ACT’s Request for ACT Special Testing. The counselors at BHS and BNTHS@W have all the information needed for a student to apply. If students feel that they qualify, they should see the counselor as soon as possible, preferably during the freshman year. A student’s qualification will cover all College Board testing programs for as long as the student remains with BISD, unless the school indicates that the accommodations have changed. ACT testing is done on a test-by-test basis. To be eligible, the student must:

❏ have a disability that necessitates testing accommodations, ❏ have documentation on file at his/her high school that supports the need to request accommodations and meets the

Guidelines for Documentation, ❏ receive the requested accommodations, due to the disability, for school-based tests for four months.

Please Note: All decisions regarding accommodations are made by College Board or ACT. If students are eligible, they will qualify for accommodations on the following tests: *PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, SAT Program (Reasoning Tests and Subject Tests), Advanced Placement Program tests, ACT, and possibly other local tests. *PSAT/NMSQT eligibility enables the student to receive accommodations for SAT Center testing. Students may request accommodations appropriate to their disability. The preference is to accommodate the student in the same manner used for school-based tests. However, when that is not possible, accommodations can still be provided to meet the need. Accommodations may include extended time for testing, photo-enlarged test, larger print, Braille, audio cassette, reader, writer, and/or computer for writing. However, these accommodations may not be available for every test. The student must contact the SSD Coordinator in advance to arrange for the needed assistance. Students who currently use accommodations in school or have an IEP or 504 Plan are not automatically qualified for College Board accommodations.


Belton Independent School District Dual-Credit Course Offerings

In order to receive high school and college credit for a course, the course must be on the list below and taken during the course of a school calendar year (August – May).

Institution of Higher Education Course Name

IHE Course Number

High School Course Name Course Number

HS Credit

Institution of Higher Education

American Literature to 1865 ENGL 2327 English IV (first semester) 03220400 0.5 UTPB online American Literature since 1865 ENGL 2328 English IV (second semester) 03220400 0.5 UTPB online British Literature to 1785 ENGL 2321 English IV (first semester) 03220400 0.5 UMHB British Literature since 1785 ENGL 2322 English IV (second semester) 03220400 0.5 UMHB British Literature to 1800 ENGL 2322 English IV (first semester) 03220400 0.5 UTPB online British Literature since 1800 ENGL 2323 English IV (second semester) 03220400 0.5 UTPB online British Literature I ENGL 2322 English IV (first semester) 03220400 0.5 TC-TBI; TC British Literature II ENGL 2323 English IV (second semester) 03220400 0.5 TC-TBI; TC English Composition I ENGL 1301 English III (first semester)

English IV (first semester) 03220300 03220400

0.5 TC-TBI; TC; UTPB online

English Composition II ENGL 1302 English III (second semester) English IV (second semester)

03220300 03220400

0.5 TC-TBI; TC; UTPB online

Rhetoric & Composition I ENGL 1321 English III (first semester) English IV (first semester)

03220300 03220400

0.5 UMHB

Rhetoric & Composition II ENGL 1322 English III (second semester) English IV (second semester)

03220300 03220400

0.5 UMHB

Beginning Spanish I SPAN 1411 Spanish III (first semester) 03440300 0.5 UTPB online Beginning Spanish II SPAN 1412 Spanish III (second semester) 03440300 0.5 UTPB online Second Year Spanish I SPAN 2311 Spanish IV (first semester) 03440300 0.5 UTPB online Second Year Spanish II SPAN 2312 Spanish IV (second semester) 03440300 0.5 UTPB online Calculus I MATH 1330 Independent Study Math (Calculus AB) 03102500/1/2 0.5 UMHB Calculus I MATH 2413 Independent Study Math (Calculus AB) 03102500/1/2 0.5 TC-TBI; UTPB online Calculus II MATH 2414 Independent Study Math (Calculus AB) 03102500/1/2 0.5 TC-TBI College Algebra MATH 1314 Independent Study Math (Coll. Alg) 03102500/1/2 0.5 TC-TBI; UTPB online College Algebra MATH 1306 Independent Study Math (Coll. Alg) 03102500/1/2 0.5 UMHB Elementary Statistics MATH 1442 Statistics 03102530 0.5 TC-TBI PreCalculus MATH 1320 PreCalculus 03101100 0.5 UMHB PreCalculus MATH 2412 PreCalculus 03101100 0.5 TC-TBI; TC;

UTPB online *Selected Exercise and SportScience

EXSS Physical Education Two EXSS courses = 0.5 BISD credit

03820501 0.5 UMHB

Anatomy and Physiology I BIOL 2401 A&P (first semester) 13020600 0.5 TC-TBI Anatomy and Physiology II BIOL 2402 A&P (second semester) 13020600 0.5 TC-TBI General Biology I BIOL 1406 Science Research & Design II BIOL II 13037210 0.5 TC-TBI General Biology II BIOL 1407 Science Research & Design II BIOL II 13037210 0.5 TC-TBI General Chemistry I CHEM 1410 Scientific Research & Design I 13037200 0.5 UMHB General Chemistry I CHEM 1411 Science Research & Design I CHEM 1 130372000 0.5 TC-TBI General Chemistry II CHEM 1412 Science Research & Design I CHEM 1 130372000 0.5 TC-TBI Genetics BIOL 2316 Medical Microbiology 13020700 0.5 TC-TBI American History HIST 1301 US History (first semester) 03340100 0.5 TC; TC-TBI American History HIST 1302 US History (second semester) 03340100 0.5 TC; TC-TBI American National Politics PLSC 2305 United States Government 03330100 0.5 UTPB online Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2301 Economics 03310300 0.5 TC-TBI; TC


Humanities (Intro to Humanities)

HUMA 1301 Humanities 03221600 0.5 TC-TBI

Introduction to Psychology PSYC 1301 Psychology 03350100 0.5 UTPB online Introduction to Sociology SOC 1301 Sociology 03370100 0.5 UTPB online Microeconomics BECO 2312 Economics 03310300 0.5 UMHB Microeconomics ECON 2302 Economics Advanced Studies 03310301 0.5 TC-TBI Psychology PSYC 2301 Psychology 03350100 0.5 TC; TC-TBI Sociology SOCI 1301 Sociology 03370100 0.5 TC-TBI State & Federal Government I POLS 2310 United States Government 03330100 0.5 UMHB State & Federal Government II POLS 2311 United States Government 03330100 0.5 UMHB Texas Government GOVT 2306 Texas Government 03380001 0.5 TC-TBI US Government GOVT 2305 United States Government 03330100 0.5 TC-TBI; TC *Intro to Public Speaking COMM 1315 Communication Application 03241400 0.5 UTPB online Introduction to Biotechnology BITC 1311 Advanced Biotechnology 13036400 0.5 TC-TBI Introduction to Health Professions

HPRS 1201 Principles of Health Science 13020200 0.5 TC-TBI

Microbiology BIOL 2420 Medical Microbiology 13020700 0.5 TC-TBI *Speech SPEECH

1315 Communication Applications 03241400 0.5 TC-TBI

EMT EMSP 1160 &

EMSP 1501

Practicum EMT N1303015 2.0 TC

Technological Solutions for Personal Productivity

BCIS 1301 Business Information Management I 13011400 0.5 UMHB

Intro to Engineering ENGR 1310 Engineering Design and Presentation (fall semester)

13036500 0.5 UMHB

Intro to Engineering Fundamentals

ENGR 1320 Engineering Design and Presentation (spring semester)

13036500 0.5 UMHB

Intro to Web Design BCIS 2318 Computer Programming 13027600 0.5 UMHB Intro to Programming BCIS 2330 Web Design 03580820 0.5 UMHB * Course is not included in GPA calculation


Grading and Class Rank System

Class Rank and Grade Point Average (GPA) The grade point average (GPA) is the average of grades in specific core subjects (English, mathematics, science, social studies and foreign language), two additional AP course offerings and three additional dual credit offerings listed below. The grade point average (GPA) is used to create class ranking. Course classifications considered for grade point averages and class ranking purposes are academic, pre-advanced placement/honors, dual credit and advanced placement. (See Core Subject chart below.) BNTH@W calculates class rank and GPA separate from Belton High School.

SUBJECTS ADVANCED PLACEMENT DUAL CREDIT PRE-ADVANCED

PLACEMENT ACADEMIC

ENGLISH AP English III (BHS only) AP English IV (BHS only)

Dual Credit English III Dual Credit English IV

Dual Credit Humanities

Pre-AP English I Pre-AP English II Honors English III (BNTHS@W only) Honors English IV (BNTHS@W only)

English I (BHS only) English II (BHS only) English III (BHS only) English IV (BHS only)

Creative Writing

MATHEMATICS AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

AP Statistics

Dual Credit College Algebra Dual Credit Precalculus

Dual Credit Calculus Dual Credit Statistics

Pre-AP Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II

Pre-AP Precalculus

Geometry Algebraic Reasoning (BHS only)

Algebra II Adv Quantitative Reasoning Math Models w/Applications

(BHS only) Precalculus (BHS only)

Statistics (BHS only)

SCIENCE

AP Biology AP Chemistry

AP Env Sci AP Physics I

AP Physics 2 (BHS only) AP Physics C

Dual Credit Biology (I & II) Dual Credit Biotech

Dual Credit Chemistry (I & II) Dual Credit Genetics

Dual Credit Microbiology

Pre-AP Biology Pre-AP Chemistry

Pre-AP Physics

(BNTH@W only)

Physics Biology (BHS only)

IPC (BHS only) Chemistry (BHS only)

Anat. & Phys (BHS only) Env Systems (BHS only)

Adv Plant Soil Sci (BHS only) Adv Animal Sci (BHS only)

Forensic Science (BHS only) Astronomy (BHS only)

SOCIAL STUDIES

AP W History AP US History

AP Government AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics

AP European History AP Human Geography

AP Psychology (BHS only)

Dual Credit US History Dual Credit Government Dual Credit Economics

Dual Credit MacroEconomics

Dual Credit MicroEconomics Dual Credit Psychology Dual Credit Sociology

Pre-AP World Geography Honors World History

(BNTH@W only) Honors US History (BNTH@W only)

Honors Government (BNTH@W only)

Honors Economics (BNTH@W only)

World Geography (BHS only) World History (BHS only)

US History (BHS only) Government (BHS only) Economics (BHS only)

Psychology Sociology (BNTH@W only) Personal Financial Literacy

Special Topics in SS - Cold War Special Topics in SS - Holocaust

LANGUAGES OTHER THAN

ENGLISH (LOTE)

AP Spanish IV AP Spanish V

AP French IV (BHS only) AP German IV (BHS only)

Dual Credit Spanish III Dual Credit Spanish IV

Pre-AP Spanish II Pre-AP Spanish III

Pre-AP French II (BHS only) Pre-AP French III (BHS only) Pre-AP German II (BHS only) Pre-AP German III (BHS only)

Spanish II Spanish III (BHS only) French II (BHS only) German II (BHS only)

*The following additional courses will be included in GPA for students entering 9th grade fall 2017 and beyond. ADDITIONAL COURSES*

AP Art History AP Music Theory

AP Computer Science Dual Credit EMT

❏ Grades shall be given for every course every semester. Grade points shall be assigned depending on the course classification and the grade earned. (See Grade Point Average Explanation section)

❏ Class rank shall be based on the average of these grade points based on the numerical grade average. ❏ Class rank computed at the end of the junior year may be used for college application purposes until re-ranking

occurs after the 1st semester of the senior year. ❏ Final class rank shall be determined at the end of the second progress-reporting period of the 4th marking period.

That rank becomes a permanent record on the Academic Achievement Record (AAR); no re-ranking shall occur after graduation for transcript purposes.


❏ High school courses taken prior to 9th grade, American Preparatory Institute (API) courses, college courses not taken as dual credit, correspondence courses, summer school/recovery courses, Algebra I, first year foreign language, local credit courses, and credit by exam/acceleration are NOT used when calculating grade point. Please note: Dual credit weighting is dependent on the high school credit received and how it is calculated in GPA.

Grade Point Average Explanation

❏ For Advanced Placement classes, twenty (20) points will be added to the semester grade for GPA calculation purposes.

❏ For Pre-Advanced Placement/Honors classes, ten (10) points will be added to the semester grade for GPA calculation purposes.

❏ For Dual Credit classes at BNTH@W, ten (10) points will be added to the semester grade for GPA calculation purposes.

❏ For Dual Credit classes at BHS, fifteen (15) points will be added to the semester grade for GPA calculation purposes ❏ For academic classes, the actual semester grade will be used for GPA calculations. ❏ No points will be added to any Pre-Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, or Advanced Placement grade if the

semester grade is below 70. ❏ The extra points for Pre-Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, and Advanced Placement classes will only be added for

GPA calculations and will not appear on report cards or transcripts.

Final Grade System BISD high schools are on a SEMESTER-GRADE SYSTEM. The final grade for the year is the average of the two (2) semester grades. A student must have a grade average of 70 for the year to pass and receive one full credit. One-half credit may be awarded on a semester basis.

❏ The following grading scale is used: A (90-100); B (80-89); C (75-79); D (70-74); F (below 70-Failing)

Grading Policy - BHS Academic Courses Minor grades - 35% Major Grades - 65% Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement Courses Minor Grades - 25% Major Grades - 75% Examples of minor grades may include, but are not limited to, the following: homework, weekly notebook checks, pop quizzes, warm-ups, worksheets, vocabulary, short essays, presentations, cooperative learning group work, mini-assessments, etc. Examples of major grades may include, but are not limited to, the following: projects, major papers, major tests, presentations, labs, unit tests, unit projects, 9 week tests, notebooks, etc. Progress Reports will be issued every three weeks to every student. Academic courses will provide a minimum of 9 minor and 3 major grades in any 9-week grading period. Pre-AP and AP courses will provide a minimum of 6 minor and 3 major grades in a 9-week grading period. Dual credit students may access their grades through the university. Belton High School will only issue a mid-term progress grade and final grade report for dual credit courses.

Grading Policy - BNTHS@W Learners at BNTHS@W will be assessed based on the Learner Outcomes, and percentages for each outcome are listed below.

Content Knowledge (60%): The learner will demonstrate a mastery of the required curriculum through rigorous, engaging, and relevant learning experiences and authentic assessments. Written Communication (10%): The learner will use standard conventions of grammar and rhetoric to produce clear, concise, logical writing appropriate for a variety of audiences.


Oral Communication (10%): The learner will clearly articulate ideas in a manner appropriate to audience, occasion, and setting. Professional Ethics (10%): The learner will demonstrate trust, respect, and responsibility through time management, leadership, and collaboration. Innovation (10%): The learner will initiate innovative solutions to problems using creativity and/or technology Dual credit students may access their grades through the university. Belton High School will only issue a mid-term progress grade and final grade report for dual credit courses. Capstone Course - Independent study is designed to allow students to research self-selected topics. The student will generate relevant, interesting, and researchable questions with instructor guidance and approval. Students will draw relevant questions for further study from the research findings or conclusions. The findings and conclusions will be presented to a panel of experts at the end of the school year.

Enrollment Pledge (BNTHS@W only) Once a student is enrolled at Belton New Tech High School @Waskow; it will be for the complete school year. Students may not transfer to Belton High School at semester. At the end of the freshman year, current BNTH@W students will be asked to make a one-year commitment to attend BNTH@W the next school year. At the end of the sophomore year, current BNTH@W students will be asked to make a two-year commitment to attend both their junior and senior years and graduate from BNTH@W.

Honor Graduates Students whose class rank is within the top 15 percent of the graduating class shall be designated honor graduates. District honor graduates shall include the following:

❏ Students whose class rank is within the top two percent of the graduating class shall be designated summa cum laude graduates. Summa cum laude (with highest distinction) graduates shall wear a gold medal with a blue ribbon at the graduation ceremony.

❏ Students whose class rank is within the next three percent of the graduating class shall be designated magna cum laude graduates. Magna cum laude (with great distinction) graduates shall wear a silver medal with a red ribbon at the graduation ceremony.

❏ Students whose class rank is within the next five percent of the graduating class shall be designated cum laude graduates. Cum laude (with distinction) graduates shall wear a bronze medal with a white ribbon at the graduation ceremony.

❏ Students whose class rank is within the next five percent of the graduating class shall be designated as graduating with honors. Graduates graduating with honors shall wear a bronze medal with a gold ribbon at the graduation ceremony.

❏ National Honor Society members wear gold cords and collars. ❏ Bioscience students may wear earned cords. (BHS only)

Top 10 Percent According to the Texas Education Code (House Bill 588), students are admitted to any Texas state public college or university if they graduate in the top 10% of their class. * This applies to university admission but may not apply to the school of their preference according to their major. Students must apply no later than two years after they graduate from a Texas high school, and they must complete the application process before the deadline date established by their college of choice. *Exception: SB 175, passed by the 81st Legislature, modifies the top 10 percent admissions program for The University of Texas at Austin. Under the new law the University is to automatically admit enough students to fill 75% of available spaces set aside for Texas residents in an entering freshman class. Using data from recent years, the University has determined that automatically admitting students in the top 7% of their high school class to the 2018 entering freshman class will fill 75% of available spaces for Texas applicants. As a result, UT Austin will automatically admit all eligible 2018 summer/fall freshman applicants who rank within the top 7% of their high school class, with remaining spaces to be filled through holistic review.


Valedictorian and Salutatorian

❏ No high school senior shall be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian honors who has not taken as many as four (4) academic courses each year of high school. Students must have been a registered full-time student at the same high school during the last four (4) semesters prior to graduation to be eligible. To be considered registered for a full semester, a student must enroll no later than the close of school on the tenth (10th) day of the beginning of the first semester.

❏ Final ranks, honor graduate designations, and valedictorian and salutatorian designations will be determined at the

end of the second progress reporting period of the 4th marking period. That rank becomes a permanent record of the Academic Achievement Record (AAR); no re-ranking will occur after graduation.

❏ The student with the highest accumulated GPA is named the Valedictorian, and the student with the second highest

accumulated GPA is named the Salutatorian. Students graduating earlier than they would normally graduate will not be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian status.

Transfer Students In order for students to be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian status, they must have been a registered full-time student at their respective high school during the last four semesters prior to graduation. A student is considered registered for a full semester if he or she enrolls no later than the close of school on the tenth (10th) day of the start of the semester.


Course Planning Worksheet As courses are selected for the upcoming year, students and parents will also want to think about the courses that will be required through graduation. Though courses may change slightly, this page is provided for students and parents to look at not only planned courses for the upcoming year, but anticipated courses for the remainder of the student’s high school experience. This will be a good page to “tear out” and revisit each year the student begins the registration process.

7th & 8th Grade - High School Credit Earned

Course Course Number Credit

Total Credits Earned:

9th Grade - Freshman 10th Grade - Sophomore

Course Course Number Credit Course Course Number Credit

1. 1.

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

5. 5.

6. 6.

7. 7.

Total Credits Earned Total Credits Earned

11th Grade - Junior 12th Grade - Senior

Course Course Number Credit Course Course Number Credit

1. 1.

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

5. 5.

6. 6.

7. 7.

Total Credits Earned Total Credits Earned


English Language Arts and Reading Course Sequence

English Language Arts and Reading course information can be found on the following page.


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English Language Arts and Reading Course Information

Course HS Course # HS Credit Prerequisites Notes/Recommendations

English I 21100 1.0 Grade 8 ELAR

English I Pre-AP 21110 1.0 BHS: G/T Identified or Advanced on Grade 8 ELAR Spring STAAR

English II 21200 1.0

English II Pre-AP 21210 1.0 English I BHS: G/T Identified or Advanced on English I Spring EOC

English III - BHS 21300 1.0

English III Honors - BNTHS@W 21310 1.0

English III AP- BHS 21320 1.0 English I & English II G/T Identified or Advanced on English I and II Spring EOC

English III DC/TC Fall 11302 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing, or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria English III DC/TC Spring 11312 0.5

English III DC/UMHB Fall 11303 0.5 Score > 18 on ACT Rd & Wr or score > 450 on SAT Critical Rd & Wr (old SAT) or score > 24 on Rd, and > 26 on Wr & Language (new SAT) English III DC/UMHB Spring 11313 0.5

English III DC/UTPB Fall 11304 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria English III DC/UTPB Spring 11314 0.5

English IV - BHS 21400 1.0

English IV Honors - BNTHS@W 21410 1.0

English IV AP -BHS 21420 1.0 English I, II, & III G/T Identified or Advanced on English I and II Spring EOC

English IV DC/TC Fall 11402 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria English IV DC/TC Spring 11412 0.5

English IV DC/UMHB Fall 11403 0.5 Score > 18 on ACT Rd & Wr or score > 450 on SAT Critical Rd & Wr (old SAT) or score > 24 on Rd, and > 26 on Wr & Language (new SAT) English IV DC/UMHB Spring 11413 0.5

English IV DC/UTPB Fall 11404 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI

Must apply and meet entrance criteria English IV DC/UTPB Spring 11414 0.5

Creative Writing 21565 1.0 English I, II, & III Course will satisfy the fourth ELA/R credit


Math Course Sequence Math course information can be found on the following page.


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Math Course Information

Course HS Course # HS Credit Prerequisites Notes/Recommendations Algebra I 22109 1.0 Grade 8 Math

Geometry 22209 (9th) 22200 (10th) 1.0 Algebra I

Geometry Pre-AP 22219 1.0 Algebra I

Algebraic Reasoning 22320 1.0 Algebra I Now option as student choice Algebra II 22300 1.0 Algebra I

Algebra II Pre-AP 22310 1.0 Algebra I Math Models with Applications 22600 1.0 Algebra I

PreCalculus 22405 1.0 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II PreCalculus Pre-AP 22410 1.0 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (AQR) 22900 1.0 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Senior level course for 4th math requirement Statistics 22450 1.0 Algebra I Senior level course for 4th math requirement

Statistics AP 22605 1.0 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Can be concurrently enrolled in PreCalculus or Calculus course

Calculus AB AP 22500 1.0 PreCalculus, Pre-AP preferred Equivalent to college Calculus I Calculus BC AP 22510 1.0 PreCalculus, Pre-AP preferred Equivalent to college Calculus I & II

College Prep Math 22520 1.0 Algebra I, Geometry, 3rd Math *** Not open for students to choose during pre-registration;

students are “hand-scheduled” into this course Senior level course for 4th math requirement

College Algebra DC/TC - BHS 12803 12813 0.5 PreCalculus (HS) and TSI complete in Math

or exempt from TSI Must be a 5th math

Must apply and meet entrance criteria

College Algebra DC/UMHB UMHB: MATH 1306 12703 0.5

PreCalculus (HS) and Score > 21 on ACT Math or score > 550 on SAT Math or

score > 570 on new SAT Math

Must be a 5th math Please note: score requirements could change

with the new SAT scoring guidelines

PreCalculus DC/UMHB UMHB: MATH 1320 12503 0.5

Grade of C or higher in College Algebra or score > 23 on ACT Math, or score > 580 on

SAT Math

PreCalculus DC/UTPB 12505 0.5 TSI complete in Math or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria Calculus DC/UMHB UMHB: MATH 1330 12504 0.5 Grade of C or higher in Math 1320

(PreCalculus)

Calculus DC/UTPB 12506 0.5 TSI complete in Math or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria


Science Course Sequence Science course information can be found on the following page.


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Science Course Information

Course HS Course # HS Credit Prerequisites Notes/Recommendations Biology 23100 1.0

Grade 8 Science

Biology Pre-AP 23110 1.0 BHS: Met Standard or Advanced on 8th Grade Science STAAR

Chemistry 23205 1.0 Biology, Algebra I

Chemistry Pre-AP 23210 1.0 BHS: Concurrent enrollment in 2nd year of math and Met Standard or Advanced on Biology EOC

Physics 23305 1.0 Biology, Algebra I Recommended for 11th graders

Environmental Systems 23500 1.0 Biology and Chemistry

or Biology and Physics

Recommended for 11th or 12th graders

Astronomy - BHS 23325 1.0 Biology and Chemistry and Physics Recommended as a 4th year science

Biology AP 23115 1.0 Biology College Board recommends completion of chemistry and taken concurrently with physics.

Chemistry AP 23215 1.0 Biology, Chemistry, Algebra II May be taken concurrently with physics

Physics 1 AP 23316 1.0 Biology, Geometry Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II Note: Physics 1 AP is a trigonometry-based course

Physics 2 AP 23318 1.0 Biology, Physics 1 AP

Concurrent enrollment in PreCalculus Note: Physics 2 AP is a trigonometry-based course equivalent to a first year college physics course for

non-engineering students

Physics C AP 23320 1.0 Biology, Physics 1 AP Concurrent enrollment in Calculus AP

Note: Physics C is a calculus-based course equivalent to a first year college physics course for engineering students

Environmental Science AP 23515 1.0 Biology, Chemistry

IPC 23200 1.0 Biology *** Not open for students to choose during pre-registration; students are “hand-scheduled” into this course


Social Studies Course Sequence

Social studies course information can be found on the following page.


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Social Studies Course Information

Course HS Course # Credit Prerequisites Notes/Recommendations World Geography Studies 24100 1.0

World Geography Studies Pre-AP - BHS World Geography Studies Honors - BNTHS@W 24110 1.0 BHS: Advanced on previous Reading STAAR

World History Studies 24200 1.0

World Geography

World History Studies Honors - BNTHS@W 24210 1.0 BHS: Advanced on previous Reading STAAR

World History Studies AP 24215 1.0

Special Topics - Cold War / Holocaust 14430 / 14431 0.5 / 0.5 Psychology / Psychology AP - BHS 14500 / 14505 0.5 / 0.5

Sociology / Psychology - BNTHS@W 14520 / 14500 0.5 / 0.5 European History AP 24500 1.0

Human Geography AP 24600 1.0 United States History 24300 1.0

World Geography or World History United States History Honors - BNTHS@W 24310 1.0 United States History AP 24315 1.0 BHS: Prior completion of AP level SS course

United States History DC/TC 14302 / 14312 0.5 / 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI Must apply and meet entrance criteria United States History DC/UTPB 14304 / 14314 0.5 / 0.5

Government 14400 0.5 United States History

Government AP 14415 0.5 Government Honors - BNTHS@W 14410 0.5

Government DC/TC 14402 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI / Must apply & meet entrance criteria

Government DC/UMHB UMHB: POLS 2310 {Fall} / POLS 2311 {Spring} 14451 0.5 score > 18 on ACT English or score > 450 on SAT Verbal

Must apply and meet entrance criteria

Government DC/UTPB 14403 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI / Must apply & meet entrance criteria

Economics 14405 0.5

United States History

Economics Honors - BNTHS@W 14411 0.5

Microeconomics AP {Personal & Business} 14424 0.5 If taken in 11th, must take macro in 12th

Macroeconomics AP {Global} 14425 0.5

Economics DC/TC 14441 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI / Must apply & meet entrance criteria

Principles of MicroEconomics DC/UMHB UMHB: BECO 2312 14461 0.5

score > 18 on ACT English or score > 450 on SAT Verbal AND score > 22 on ACT Math or score > 450 on the SAT Math

Must apply and meet entrance criteria Economics DC/UTPB 14431 0.5 TSI complete in Reading and Writing or exempt from TSI / Must apply & meet entrance criteria


Digital Learning With a focus on preparing our students for success in their post-secondary endeavors, Belton ISD has implemented a digital learning mindset. To ensure students gain digital productivity skills for the classroom, 6th grade students will be enrolled in a Multimedia course. This course, and others offered throughout the secondary curriculum, teach students skills such as collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking, which will help prepare them for their future careers. Integrating digital learning into the curriculum assists our teachers in reaching students with diverse learning styles. Through digital learning students are able to demonstrate productivity skills, take control of their own learning, and access real time information.

Endorsements The next several pages will provide students and parents information about the various endorsements and options under each endorsement. A graphic depicting the course sequence will precede any course information. Some of the courses, such as fine arts, will not have specific course descriptions since the title of the course is self-explanatory. Students and parents are encouraged to contact the school counselor for direction on obtaining information not listed in this course planning guide for any needed clarification.

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Business & Industry Course Sequences & Information Agriculture & Manufacturing Course Sequence (Course information can be found on the following page.)


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Agriculture & Manufacturing Course Information

Course Name HS Course # / HS Credit

Prerequisites Agriculture & Manufacturing Course Information

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

27241 / 1.0 None

To be prepared for careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources, students must attain academic skills and knowledge in agriculture. This course allows students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations. To prepare for success, students need to have opportunities to learn, reinforce, experience, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

Principles of Construction 27601 / 1.0

None

Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools.

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communication

27349 / 1.0 None

Careers in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster require, in addition to creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

Business Information Management I

27001 / 1.0 / 9th Grade 27000 / 1.0 / 10th-12th Grade

None

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

Principles of Human Services 27501 / 1.0

None

This laboratory course will enable students to investigate careers in the human services career cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, and personal care services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand human services careers. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

Principles of Health Science 27101 / 1.0 / 9th Grade

27100 / 1.0 / 9th - 12th Grade None

The Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the healthcare industry. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others. 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. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment. Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions.


Small Animal Management 17220 / 0.5

None

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Suggested small animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, avian, dogs, and cats. knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Suggested small animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, avian, dogs, and cats.

Equine Science 17230 / 0.5

None

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Suggested animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, horses, donkeys, and mules.

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management 27297 / 1.0

None

To be prepared for careers in natural resource systems, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to natural resources, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. This course examines the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and aquacrops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices.

Landscape Design and Management 17265 / 0.5

None

Landscape Design and Management is designed to develop an understanding of landscape design and management techniques and practices. To prepare for careers in horticultural systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.

Turf Grass Management 17266 / 0.5

None

Turf Grass Management is designed to develop an understanding of turf grass management techniques and practices. To prepare for careers in horticultural systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.

Floral Design 27260 / 1.0

None

To be prepared for careers in floral design, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge as well as technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. This course is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Through the analysis of artistic floral styles and historical periods, students develop respect for the traditions and contributions of diverse cultures. Students respond to and analyze floral designs, thus contributing to the development of lifelong skills of making informed judgments and evaluations.

Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

27220 / 1.0 Recommended Principles of

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

To be prepared for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. This course is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques.


Veterinary Medical Applications 27230 / 1.0

Small Animal or Equine Science

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they relate to both large and small animal species.

Advanced Plant and Soil Science

27225 / 1.0 Recommended Biology, IPC,

Chemistry or Physics and a minimum of one credit from AFNR Cluster

Plant and Soil Science provides a way of learning about the natural world. Students should know how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. Investigations, laboratory practices, and field exercises will be used to develop an understanding of current plant and soil science. This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the food and fiber industry. Students will learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge in a scientific setting. This course counts as a fourth Science credit. (This course has been approved by TEA as a fourth science credit.)

Advanced Animal Science 27245 / 1.0

Biology and Chemistry or IPC; Algebra I and Geometry; and either

Small Animal Management or Equine Science

Recommended Veterinary Med

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. (This course has been approved by TEA as a fourth science credit.)

Greenhouse Operation and Production 27267/ 1.0

None

Greenhouse Operation and Production is designed to develop an understanding of greenhouse production techniques and practices.

*Practicum in Ag, Food, & Natural Resources-Floral

Design I 47240 / 2.0 Floral Design

The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories.

*Welding I 47680 / 2.0

Recommended Algebra I or Agricultural Mechanics

Rapid advances in technology have created new career opportunities and demands in many industries. Welding provides the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in metal technology systems. Students develop knowledge and skills related to this system and apply them to personal career development. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations and the development of workplace skills prepare students for future success.

Project-Based Research Vet Tech

27235 / 1.0 Veterinary Medical Applications

Project-Based Research is a course for students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings, and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field.

*Practicum in Ag, Food, & Natural Resources-Floral

Design II 47245 / 2.0 Floral Design I



Welding II 47685 / 2.0

Welding I Recommended Algebra I or Geometry

Welding II builds on knowledge and skills developed in Welding. Students will develop advanced welding concepts and skills as they relate to personal and career development. This course integrates academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems.

*Practicum in Ag, Food, & Natural Resources-Vet Tech

47230 / 2.0 Project-Based Research Vet Tech


*Practicum in Manufacturing 47700 / 2.0

Welding II

Practicum in Manufacturing builds on knowledge and skills developed in Welding II. Students will develop advanced welding concepts and skills as they relate to personal and career development. This course integrates academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems.

*If you cannot fit the 2 hour course in your schedule, please contact the CTE Director or CTE Coordinator.


Business Management and Administration Course Sequence

Business Management and Administration Course Information

Course Name

HS Course # / HS Credit Prerequisites

Business Management and Administration Course Information

Principles Courses For all Principles course information see page 32.

Principles of Business Marketing and Finance

27021 / 1.0 None

In Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance, students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in business, marketing, and finance.


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Fashion Design I 27386 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, &

Communication

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries.

Interior Design I 27540 / 1.0

Algebra I and English I

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.

Business Information Management I

27000 / 1.0 / 10th-12th Grade None

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

*Interior Design II 47542 / 2.0

Interior Design I

Interior Design II is a technical laboratory course that includes the application of the employability characteristics, principles, processes, technologies, communication, tools, equipment, and materials related to interior design to meet industry standards.

Accounting I 27010 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

Students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in the process of recording, classifying, summarizing, analyzing, and communicating accounting information. Students formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision making.

Accounting II 27015 / 1.0 Accounting I

Students continue the investigation of the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial and cost accounting activities. Students formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision making. This course satisfies a math credit for graduation requirements.

Business Information Management II

27005 / 1.0 Business Information Management I

In Business Information Management II, students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

Money Matters 27025 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

In Money Matters, students will investigate money management from a personal financial perspective. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze financial options based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to establish short term and long-term financial goals. Students will examine various methods of achieving short-term 10 and long-term financial goals through various methods such as investing, tax planning, asset allocation, risk management, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Entrepreneurship 27030 / 1.0

Recommend Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become an entrepreneur. Students will learn the principles necessary to begin and operate a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, determining feasibility of an idea using research, and developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products and services. In addition, students understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit.


Communication and Information Technology Course Sequence (Course information can be found on the following page.)


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Prerequisites Communication and Information Course Information


Digital Media 27340 / 1.0

None

Through the study of digital and interactive media and its application in information technology, students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating multimedia projects that address customer needs and resolve a problem. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to successfully perform and interact in a technology driven society. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and critical thinking and apply them to the information technology environment.

Digital Audio Technology I 27395 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, &

Communication or Digital Media or Audio/Video Production I

Digital Audio Technology I was designed to provide students interested in audio production careers such as audio for radio and television broadcasting, audio for video and film, audio for animation and game design, music production and live sound, and additional opportunities and skill sets. Digital Audio Technology I does not replace Audio Video Production courses but is recommended as a single credit, co-curricular course with an audio production technical emphasis. This course can also be paired with Digital and Interactive Media. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of the audio industry with a technical emphasis on production and critical-listening skills.

Project-Based Digital Audio Technology 27390 / 1.0

Digital Audio Technology I


Digital Audio Technology II 27396 / 1.0

Digital Audio Technology I

Digital Audio Technology II was designed to provide additional opportunities and skill sets for students interested in audio production careers such as audio for radio and television broadcasting, audio for video and film, audio for animation and game design, and music production and live sound.

Commercial Photography I 27380 / 1.0

None

Careers in commercial photography require skills that span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs.

Project-Based Research Commercial Photography

27383 / 1.0 Commercial Photography I


Commercial Photography II 27384 / 1.0

Recommended Commercial Photography I

Careers in commercial photography span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. 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 advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting, and presenting professional quality photographs.


Audio/Video Production I 27350 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, & Communication

Careers in audio and video technology and film production 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. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio, video, or animation format. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

*Audio/Video Production II w/ Audio/Video Production II Lab

47355 / 2.0 Audio/Video Production I


*Practicum in Audio/Video Production 47360 / 2.0

Audio/Video Production II & Audio/Video Production Lab


Graphic Design & Illustration I 27370 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communication

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

Graphic Design & Illustration II 27375 / 1.0

Graphic Design & Illustration

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. 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 advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on mastery of content knowledge and skills.

*Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration 47370 / 2.0

Graphic Design & Illustration II

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

Digital Media BNTHS@W 27340 / 1.0

None

Through the study of digital and interactive media and its application in information technology, students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating multimedia projects that address customer needs and resolve a problem. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to successfully perform and interact in a technology driven society. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and critical thinking and apply them to the information technology environment.

Video Game Design I BNTHS@W / 27346 / 1.0

Digital Media

The student will be provided the opportunity to design, program, and create a functional video game. The course will introduce basic programming language and skills that are essential to developing a video game. Topics covered are mathematics, physics, design, and computer programming.

Video Game Design II BNTHS@W / 27347 / 1.0

Video Game Design I

Students will dive into the inner workings of a fully functional role-playing game (RPG) by customizing playable characters, items, maps, and chests and eventually applying customizations by altering and enhancing the core game code.


Video Game Design III BNTHS@W / 27348 / 1.0

Video Game Design II

Students will develop mobile applications.

Audio/Video Production I BNTHS@W / 27350 / 1.0

Digital Media

Careers in audio and video technology and film production 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. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio, video, or animation format. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities

Audio/Video Production II BNTHS@W / 27355 / 1.0

Audio/Video Production I


Practicum in Audio/Video Production

BNTHS@W / 27360 / 1.0 Audio/Video Production II




Construction & Auto Tech Course Sequence

Construction & Auto Tech Course Information


Prerequisites Construction & Auto Tech Course Information


*Construction Technology I 47607 / 2.0

Recommended Principles of Construction

In Construction Technology I, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing.


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*Mill & Cabinetmaking Technology 47610 / 2.0

Recommended Principles of Construction

In Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the workforce in the area of millwork and cabinet manufacturing and installation. The student may also apply these skills to professions in carpentry or building maintenance supervision or use the skills as a foundation for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in cabinet design, tool usage, jointing methods, finishes, and numerical and computer control production methods.

*Automotive Technology I: Maintenance and Light Repair

47655 / 2.0 None

Automotive Technology I : Maintenance and Light Repair includes knowledge of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. This course includes applicable safety and environmental rules and regulations. In Automotive Technology I : Maintenance and Light Repair, students will gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study will allow students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach safety, tool identification, proper tool use, and employability.

*Construction Technology II 47615 / 2.0

Construction Technology

In Construction Technology II, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills.

*Practicum in Construction Management-Mill &

Cabinetmaking I 47611 / 2.0

Mill & Cabinetmaking

Practicum in Construction Management is an occupationally specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom.

* Automotive Technology II: Automotive Service

47660 / 2.0 Automotive Technology

Automotive services include advanced knowledge of the function of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. In Advanced Automotive Technology, students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices.

*Practicum in Construction Technology 47616 / 2.0

Construction Technology II

In Practicum in Construction Technology, students will be challenged with the application of gained knowledge and skills from Construction Technology I and II. In many cases students will be 85 allowed to work at a job (paid or unpaid) outside of school or be involved in local projects the school has approved for this class.

*Practicum in Construction Management-Mill &

Cabinetmaking II 47612 / 2.0

Practicum in Construction Management-Mill & Cabinetmaking I

Practicum in Construction Management is an occupationally specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom.

*Practicum in Transportation Systems

47665 / 2.0 Automotive Technology II

The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience such as internships, mentorships, independent study, or laboratories.



Hospitality and Tourism Course Sequence

Hospitality and Tourism Course Information

Course Name

HS Course # / HS Credit Prerequisites

Hospitality and Tourism Course Information


Introduction to Culinary Arts 27595 / 1.0

None

Introduction to Culinary Arts will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Introduction to Culinary Arts will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.

*Culinary Arts 47525 / 2.0

Recommend Introduction to Culinary

Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification, a Texas culinary specialist certification, or any other appropriate industry certification. This course may be offered as a laboratory-based or internship course. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

*Advanced Culinary Arts 47530 / 2.0 Culinary Arts

Advanced Culinary Arts will extend content and enhance skills introduced in Culinary Arts by in depth instruction of industry-driven standards in order to prepare students for success in higher education, certifications, and/or immediate employment.


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Journalism & Speech Course Sequences

Journalism & Speech Course Information


Prerequisites Journalism & Speech Course Information

Journalism I 21640 / 1.0

In Journalism, students are expected to write in a variety of forms and for a variety of audiences and purposes. Students will learn journalistic traditions, the principles of publishing, research various topics, and write journalistic texts.

Yearbook I 21621 / 1.0 Journalism I

Students enrolled in Yearbook I, II, III communicate in a variety of forms such as print, digital, or online media for a variety of audiences and purposes. High school students are expected to plan, draft, and complete written and/or visual communications on a regular basis, carefully examining their copy for clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English. In Yearbook I, II, III, students are expected to become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. In addition, students will apply journalistic ethics and standards. Students enrolled in Yearbook I, II, III will refine and enhance their journalistic skills, research self-selected topics, and plan, organize, and prepare a project(s) in one or more forms of media. Application and interview required. Must be able to provide own transportation to off-campus events.

Yearbook II 21622 / 1.0 Yearbook I

Yearbook III 21623 / 1.0 Yearbook II

Public Speaking 21711 / 1.0

In Public Speaking, students will learn the concepts and skills related to preparing and presenting public messages. Within this process, students will gain skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking and will examine areas such as invention, organization, style, memory, and delivery.

Debate I 21721 / 1.0

Public Speaking Controversial issues arise in aspects of personal, social public, and professional life in modern society. Debate and argumentation are widely used to make decisions and reduce conflict. Students who develop skills in argumentation and debate become interested in current issues, develop sound critical thinking, and sharpen communication skills. They acquire lifelong skills for intelligently approaching controversial issues.

Debate II 21722 / 1.0

Debate I Debate III 21723 / 1.0 Debate II


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Public Service Course Sequences and Information Health Science Course Sequence (Course information can be found on the following page.)


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Prerequisites Health Science Course Information

Principles of Health Science 27101 / 1.0 / 9th Grade

27100 / 1.0 / 9th - 12th Grade None

The Principles of Health Science course is designed to provide an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the healthcare industry.

Medical Terminology 27102 / 1.0

None

The Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, singular and plural forms, and medical abbreviations. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.

Pharmacology 27120 / 1.0

Biology and Chemistry Recommended: Principles of Health

Science or Medical Terminology

The Pharmacology course is designed to study how natural and synthetic chemical agents such as drugs affect biological systems. Knowledge of the properties of therapeutic agents is vital in providing quality health care. It is an ever-changing, growing body of information that continually demands greater amounts of time and education from health care workers.

Anatomy and Physiology 27115 / 1.0

Biology and Chemistry Recommended: a course from the

Health Science Cluster

In Anatomy and Physiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.

Health Science Theory 27103 / 1.0

Principles of Health Science and Biology

The Health Science Theory course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development.

Health Science Theory & Health Science Clinical

47125 / 2.0 Principles of Health Science and

Biology

The Health Science Theory course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The Health Science Clinical course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Clinical MUST be taken concurrently.

Counseling and Mental Health 27580 / 1.0

Recommended: Principles of Human Services

Students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implications of their actions. Professional integrity in counseling and mental health care is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities.

Practicum in Health Science - Phlebotomy 47115 / 2.0 Prerequisites:

The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others. The health science industry is


Principles of Health Science, Health Science Theory, and Biology

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. Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions.

Practicum in Health Science - Pharmacy Tech

47110 / 2.0 Prerequisites:

Principles of Health Science, Health Science Theory, and Biology

The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others. 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. Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions.

DC Practicum in Health Science – EMT 47104 / 2.0 (TC)

Prerequisites: Medical Terminology

and Chemistry or Anatomy & Physiology

Students in this course will register for EMSP 1501 and EMSP 1160 at Temple College. The registration for both courses will need to be completed by the deadline for DC enrollment for fall semester. EMSP 1501 covers topics such as patient assessment, airway management, trauma management, cardiac arrest management, cardiology, medical emergencies and pediatrics. Other topics include EMS systems, medical/legal issues, workforce safety, documentation, communication, rescue awareness, obstetrics, gynecology, and geriatrics. EMSP 1160 is the clinical portion of the course. Students are required to complete specific emergency room and EMS agency rotations.


MCJROTC Course Sequence

MCJROTC Course Information


Prerequisites Marine Corps JROTC Course Information

MCJROTC I 27960 / 1.0

The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps is a four year academic program in Leadership Education. This program is designed to develop the leadership abilities of each student regardless of the career path they choose to follow. Students who enroll in MCJROTC are NOT required to serve in the military following graduation from high school. This program places an emphasis in the following areas: leadership training, history, community service, drill and ceremonies, physical fitness, first aid and health, peer mediation, cultural awareness, marksmanship training, and goal setting.

MCJROTC II 27961 / 1.0 MCJROTC I

MCJROTC III 27962 / 1.0 MCJROTC II

MCJROTC IV 27963 / 1.0 MCJROTC IV


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Public Service Course Sequence (Course information can be found on the following page.)


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Prerequisites Public Service Course Information


Child Development 27570 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Human Services

This technical laboratory course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, equipping students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

Counseling and Mental Health 27580 / 1.0

Recommended Principles of Human Services

Students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implications of their actions. Professional integrity in counseling and mental health care is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities.

Instructional Practices 47560 /2.0

Recommended Child Development

Instructional Practices is a field-based internship that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

Practicum in Education and Training

47565 / 2.0 Instructional Practices

Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

Practicum - Human Services I 47570 / 2.0

Recommended Child Development

Practicum in Human Services provides occupationally specific training and focuses on the development of consumer services, early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services, and family and community services careers. Instruction may be delivered through school-based laboratory training or through work-based delivery arrangements such as cooperative education, mentoring, and job shadowing.

Practicum - Human Services II 47575 / 2.0

Practicum - Human Services I

Practicum in Human Services provides occupationally specific training and focuses on the development of consumer services, early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services, and family and community services careers. Instruction may be delivered through school-based laboratory training or through work-based delivery arrangements such as cooperative education, mentoring, and job shadowing.


Law Enforcement I 27425 / 1.0

None

Law Enforcement I is an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classification and elements of crime.

Law Enforcement II 27430/1.0

Recommended Law Enforcement I

Law Enforcement II provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony.

Forensic Science 27415 / 1.0

Biology and chemistry required Law Enforcement I recommended

Forensic Science 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, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, questioning, interviewing, criminal behavior characteristics, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the history, legal aspects, and career options for forensic science.


STEM Course Sequence (Stem Course Information on Following Page)


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STEM Course Information

Course Name

HS Course # / HS Credit STEM Course Information

Prerequisites - See Course Sequence on Prior Page PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design

27710 / 1.0

Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

PLTW Computer Science Essentials 27760 / 1.0

Students work in teams to create simple apps for mobile devices using MIT App Inventor®. Students explore the impact of computing in society and the application of computing across career paths and build skills and awareness in digital citizenship and cyber security. Students model, simulate, and analyze data about themselves and their interests. They also transfer the understanding of programming gained in App Inventor to learn introductory elements of text-based programming in Python® to create strategy games.

PLTW Principles of Engineering

27715 / 1.0

Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.

PLTW AP Computer Science Principles 27765 / 1.0

Using Python® as a primary tool and incorporating multiple platforms and languages for computation, this course aims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that utilize computing, and introduce professional tools that foster creativity and collaboration. While this course can be a student's first in computer science, students without prior computing experience are encouraged to start with Introduction to Computer Science. CSE helps students develop programming expertise and explore the workings of the Internet. Projects and problems include app development, visualization of data, cybersecurity, and simulation.

PLTW Civil Engineering and Architecture

27725 / 1.0

Students learn important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architecture design software.

PLTW Cybersecurity 27770 / 1.0

Note: These courses will be offered to BISD students for the first time in the Fall of 2018. Because of time lapse between printing of this document and the actual first class offering, this is subject to change.

AP Computer Science Applications - PLTW To be determined / 1.0


Advanced Structured Languages (COSC 2330)

DC/TC - 1st semester and

System Analysis and Desig (BCIS 2390)

DC/TC - 2nd semester


Engineering Design and Development

To be determined / 1.0



Additional High School Information

High School Miscellaneous Elective Courses

Miscellaneous Elective Courses

Course Name Course Number # of Semesters / Credit Grade Level Notes

AVID

20110 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 20120 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 20130 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 20140 / 2 semesters / 1 credit

9 10 11 12

BHS / Application and Interview

Career Prep I Extended Career Prep I

Career Prep II Extended Career Prep II

27505 / 2 semesters / 2 credits 27515 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 27525 / 2 semesters / 2 credits 27530 / 2 semesters / 1 credit

11, 12 Contact CTE Coordinator or School Counselor if interested

Advanced Journalism Newspaper 21650 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BHS

Journalism or Teacher Approval Professional Communications 17282 / 1 semester / 0.5 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BHS

The Bible as Literature 21500 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BHS Peer Assistance for Students

with Disabilities I 20200 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 10, 11, 12 BHS Teacher Approval

Peer Assistance for Students with Disabilities II

(available Fall 2018) 20205 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 11, 12 BHS

Teacher Approval

High School Physical Education One credit of physical education is required for graduation. Belton ISD has developed a policy to allow students to participate in an off campus commercially - sponsored activity instead of the campus physical education class. Parents must apply to the district for approval. Also, students may be allowed to substitute one of the following physical activities for the required credits: marching band or color guard during the fall semester, Magic Belles, cheerleading, athletics, or JROTC. (See Alternate Ways to Earn Credit.)

Physical Education Course Options

Course Name Course Number # of Semesters / Credit Grade Level Notes

Foundations of Personal Fitness & Individual & Team Sports

15910 / 1 semester / 0.5 credit 15911 / 1 semester / 0.5 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BNTHS@W

Aerobic Activities 25950 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BHS Adventures in Outdoor Education 25920 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 9, 10, 11, 12 BHS

Partner’s PE (1st time taken in high school) 25991 / 2 semesters / 1 credit 9, 10, 11, 12

BHS Teacher or ARD

Committee Approval Partner’s PE

(2nd or subsequent time taken in high school)

25992 / 2 semesters / 1 local credit 10, 11, 12 BHS ARD Committee Approval


High School Athletics - Athletics can also be used to satisfy the physical education requirement for graduation.

❏ Students enrolling on a UIL Athletic Team are expected to enroll for one year unless they are a senior who will not participate in the 2nd semester.

❏ UIL rules prohibit students from being enrolled in more than 1 period of athletics.

FOOTBALL GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINER Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number

Varsity 09 25011 Varsity 09 25411 Varsity 09 25711 10 25012 10 25412 10 25712 11 25013 11 25413 11 25713 12 25014 12 25414 12 25714

Sub Varsity 09 25031 Sub Varsity 09 25431 10 25032 10 25432 SWIMMING (CO-ED) 11 25033 11 25433 Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25034 12 25434 Varsity 09 25361

10 25362 BOYS’ BASKETBALL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL 11 25363 Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25364

Varsity 09 25061 Varsity 09 25461 Sub Varsity 09 25381 10 25062 10 25462 10 25382 11 25063 11 25463 11 25383 12 25064 12 25464 12 25384

Sub Varsity 09 25081 Sub Varsity 09 25481 10 25082 10 25482 TENNIS (CO-ED) 11 25083 11 25483 Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25084 12 25484 Varsity 09 25311

10 25312 BOYS’ SOCCER GIRLS’ SOCCER 11 25313 Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25314


Sub Varsity 09 25131 Sub Varsity 09 25531 10 25132 10 25532 CROSS COUNTRY (BOYS / GIRLS) 11 25133 11 25533 Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25084 12 25534 Varsity 09 25261 / 25251 10 25262 / 25252

BASEBALL GIRLS’ TRACK 11 25263 / 25253 Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25264 / 25254

Varsity 09 25211 Varsity 09 25651 10 25212 10 25652 SOFTBALL 11 25213 11 25653 Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25214 12 25654 Varsity 09 25561 10 25562

BOYS’ GOLF GIRLS’ GOLF 11 25563 Course Name Grade Course Number Course Name Grade Course Number 12 25564



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Middle School Program

Middle School Course of Study Information The course planning guide has been developed to assist you in planning your middle school course of study. An overview of core course sequences for grades 6-12 are located on pages 20 (ELA/R), 23 (math), 24 (science), and 26 (social studies.) Please look over these pages for the 6-12 overview as you are making your course decisions for the upcoming year. In middle school, students are encouraged to explore electives in addition to working on core academic areas and developing 21st century technology skills. Below is a summary of the required courses, electives available and the STAAR assessments administered at each grade level. Options for core courses and electives will be addressed on the following three (3) pages.

6th Courses State Assessment 7th Courses State

Assessment 8th Courses State Assessment

ELA/R 6th Reading STAAR ELA/R 7th Reading STAAR

& 7th Writing STAAR

ELA/R 8th Reading STAAR

Math 6th Math STAAR

Math 7th Math STAAR Math 8th Math STAAR

Math Pre-AP 8th Math STAAR Algebra I Algebra I EOC

Algebra I Algebra I EOC Geometry 8th Math STAAR

Science Science

Science 8th Science STAAR

Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies 8th Social Studies STAAR

Physical Education

Physical Education or

Athletics

Fine Arts or Other Elective

Multimedia Fine Arts or Other Elective

Fine Arts or Other Elective

Fine Arts or Other Elective Fine Arts or

Other Elective Fine Arts or

Other Elective

High School Credit Courses in Middle School The HS shown alongside course descriptions in the middle school section denotes high school credit courses available to middle school students. Students may select courses that yield high school credit during middle school. These options are listed on page 61 of the course planning guide. High school credit courses taken in middle school will become a permanent part of the student’s high school transcript; however, any high school credit courses taken prior to a student being classified as a 9th grader are not included in the student’s grade point average calculation for class rank purposes.

Grading Policy in Middle School All Courses that do NOT have high school credit attached HS Courses that DO have high school credit attached

Minor grades - 40% Major Grades - 60% Minor Grades - 35% Major Grades - 65%


Examples of minor grades may include, but are not limited to, the following: homework, weekly notebook checks, pop quizzes, warm-ups, worksheets, vocabulary, short essays, presentations, cooperative learning group work, mini-assessments, etc. Examples of major grades may include, but are not limited to, the following: projects, major papers, major tests, presentations, labs, unit tests, unit projects, 9 week tests, notebooks, etc. Computing Final Averages Nine week grade averaging will consist of a minimum of 9 minor and 3 major grades, with no single assignment accounting for more than 20% of the marking period grade. Semester grade averaging will be calculated with the average of the two previous nine weeks grades accounting for 80% and the remaining 20% will be the semester exam. Final year grade will be an average of the two semester grades. Progress Reports will be provided every three weeks to every student. A minimum of 9 minor and 3 major grades in any 9-week grading period are required. Make-up-Work will be allowed for excused absences. One class day for every class day of absence will be allowed for make-up work. The student is responsible for requesting make-up work. Work assigned before the absence is due the day the student returns to school. Students who are absent due to extracurricular events should request missed assignments before the absence occurs. Teachers may make exceptions to extend this timeframe based on special circumstances.

Middle School Courses

6th grade Required Courses Discipline Options Comments

Math 6 Math

or 6 Math Pre-AP

6 Math Pre-AP Recommendation: G/T Identified, or Level II (Satisfactory) or Level III

(Advanced) on previous year Math STAAR

ELA/R 6 ELA/R

or 6 ELA/R Pre-AP

6 ELA/R, Science, & Social Studies Pre-AP Recommendation:

G/T Identified, or Level II (Satisfactory) or Level III (Advanced) on previous year Reading STAAR

Science 6 Science

or 6 Science Pre-AP

Social Studies {emphasis on geography

in 6 Social Studies}

6 Social Studies or

6 Social Studies Pre-AP

Physical Education 6 Physical Education

or 6 Pre-Athletic Physical Education

Note: If student is interested in participating in Athletics in Belton ISD, 6 Pre-Athletic PE is highly recommended

Multimedia Multimedia I

Digital literacy on the iPad to include Internet safety, digital citizenship, coding, and using technology for productivity, learning and collaborating is the focus of multimedia for

students entering middle school. 6th grade Elective Courses {Students in 6th grade will choose one elective}

Note: Some 6th electives are semester courses and paired with a specific course. Courses that are paired are listed on the same line.

Elective courses - instrument selection w/director required

❏ Band ❏ Orchestra

Elective courses - open enrollment ❏ 6th Art (semester)/6th Theatre Arts (semester) ❏ 6th Choir (year) ❏ 6th Gadgets (semester)/6th Study Skills (semester)

Intervention courses that may take the place of an elective if needed for individual academic success ❏ ELA/R Lab | Principal approval needed ❏ Math Lab | Principal approval needed


Middle School Courses (cont’d)

7th grade Required Courses Discipline Options Recommendations / Prerequisites

Math 7 Math

or 7 Math Pre-AP

7 Math Pre-AP Recommendation: G/T Identified, or Level II (Satisfactory) or Level III

(Advanced) on previous year Math STAAR

Note: Prior to the 17-18 school year, Belton ISD offered Algebra I in 7th grade. As a result of state changes to

requirements and prerequisites students wishing to take Algebra I in 7th grade must pass an 8th grade credit by

acceleration with an 80% or higher.

ELA/R 7 ELA/R

or 7 ELA/R Pre-AP



Science 7 Science

or 7 Science Pre-AP

Social Studies {emphasis on TX History

in 7 Social Studies}

7 Social Studies or

7 Social Studies Pre-AP

Physical Education 7 Physical Education

or 7 Athletics

Note: Approval of campus athletic coordinator required for 7 Athletics enrollment

7th grade Elective Courses {Students in 7th grade will choose two electives} Note: Some 7th electives are semester courses and paired with a specific course.

Courses that are paired are listed on the same line.

Elective courses - w/required approval ❏ Band ❏ Choir ❏ Orchestra ❏ Advanced Theatre Arts ❏ AVID

Elective courses - open enrollment ❏ 7th Art ❏ 7th Gadgets (semester) / Spanish (semester) ❏ Multimedia I (See description on prior page) ❏ Multimedia II (Must have completed Multimedia I

with a passing grade) ❏ Focus on coding and online media skills

❏ Intermediate Theatre Arts


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Middle School Courses (cont’d)

8th grade Required Courses Discipline Options Recommendations / Prerequisites

Math

8 Math or

HS Algebra I - 8th

or

Successful completion of 7 Math Pre-AP AND Level II (Satisfactory) on 8 Math STAAR

or Successful completion of 7 Math AND 80% passing score

on 8 Math Credit by Acceleration HS Geometry Pre-AP Successful completion of Algebra I

ELA/R 8 ELA/R

or 8 ELA/R Pre-AP



Science 8 Science

or 8 Science Pre-AP

Social Studies {emphasis - US History to 1877 in 8 Social Studies}

8 Social Studies or

8 Social Studies Pre-AP 8th grade Elective Courses {Students in 7th grade will choose two electives}

Note: All 8th electives are year-long courses.

Elective courses - w/required approval ❏ Band ❏ Choir ❏ Orchestra ❏ Advanced Theatre Arts ❏ Athletics ❏ AVID

Elective courses - open enrollment ❏ HS Art I ❏ HS Spanish I ❏ Multimedia I (See description on page 56) ❏ Multimedia II (Must have completed Multimedia I

with a passing grade) ❏ Focus on coding and online media skills

❏ Intermediate Theatre Arts


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