Poinciana High School

Poinciana High School 2300 South Poinciana Boulevard, Kissimmee, Florida 34758

https://osceolaschools.net/pnhs 407-870-4860

Mission Statement Engaging all stakeholders in respectful communication and

productive collaboration for post-secondary success.

Vision Statement Poinciana High School will serve every student in an environment of

college and career readiness by delivering a rigorous curriculum and promoting a culture of no excuses.

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DISCLAIMER Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this guide. Courses listed in this guide will be cancelled if there are not enough students registered to take the course. All information regarding courses and graduation requirements is subject to change, pending legislation and state mandates. The most current information is available on the Florida Department of Education website:

www.fldoe.org.

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A Word from Our Principal

Dear Students and Parents,

Welcome to Poinciana High School where our strength is in our diversity. Our dedicated staff takes pride in an “our students” mentality as we genuinely believe that every student can learn and achieve the starting point of graduation.

Poinciana High School offers 12 different Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and Career Academies, eight of which lead to industry certifications. Programs such as Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) and Naval Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC), as well as a catalog of challenging Advanced Placement (AP) courses allow you the opportunity to explore your interests. Athletics, fine arts, extracurricular clubs and other school activities can help you round out your high school experience.

Together, our school administration, guidance team, staff, and faculty commit to best instructional practices that result in responsible, productive students. We accept no excuses in our commitment to preparing and marketing students for as many college and career opportunities as possible. Our 93% graduation rate ranks above the state average and is proof of our dedication to every one of our students.

It is truly my honor to serve the school community of Poinciana High School as we collaborate always in the best interest of our students. I, along with the Leadership Team, invite you to contact us with any questions you have about our school and programs. We know you will soon discover for yourself why we say at PHS, “The Choice is Clear”.

Sincerely,

Mr. Jeffrey Schwartz, Principal

PHS Leadership Team

Jeff Schwartz, Principal [email protected]

Stephen Darago Assistant Principal

of Student Services [email protected]

Crystal Farrell Assistant Principal

of College and Career [email protected]

Erica Walters Assistant Principal

of Instruction [email protected]


Additional PHS Staff

As you progress through your high school career, you may encounter questions about specific areas. Feel free to contact these individuals for help.

Deans Jennifer Aviles

Last Names: A – G [email protected]

Leroy Smith Last Names: H – P

[email protected]

Roydrick Scott Last Names: Q – Z

[email protected]

For information on all Poinciana Eagles Athletics, including team schedules, physical paperwork, booster club and NCAA eligibility:

Tiffany King Athletic Director

[email protected]

For information on AVID Strategies and the AVID Program for college preparation:

Kimberly Holt AVID Co-Coordinator

[email protected]

For information on statewide testing, district assessments, Advanced Placement exams, and vocational exams (not including account support or passwords):

Nick Ahlers Testing Coordinator

[email protected]

Respect

Education

Pride


Greetings from Our Guidance Department

The Poinciana High School Guidance Department works alongside students and parents to engage, encourage and inspire students as you move toward your future.

Our team is comprised of five Guidance Counselors (assigned to students alphabetically by last name), a College & Career Coordinator and a Guidance Secretary, all under the leadership of our Guidance Director.

We are here to serve as a resource for: educational needs course scheduling postsecondary planning career preparation goal setting

We understand that each student will follow a personal pathway to success. Whether you are planning for a 4-year university, a 2-year college or technical school, the military, or wish to jumpstart your career after graduation, we want to assist you in achieving your future goals.

This Curriculum Guide is created to help you and your parents on YOUR path to graduation. If you have any questions about your academic plans or course selections, please email your assigned counselor as listed below. You can also visit the Poinciana High School website:

www.osceolaschools.net/pnhs Click the Guidance Department link under the Resources menu to book appointments with us!

PHS Guidance Team

Shanel Morris Last Names: A – B

AVID [email protected]

Dana High Last Names: Ros – Z

[email protected]

Taylor Donovan Last Names: G – K

Ascend & Dual Enrollment [email protected]

Summer Zevallos College & Career Counselor

[email protected]

Wilmarie Rivera-Sierra Last Names: C – F

[email protected] Denise Gettel-Capone

Last Names: P – Ron11th & 12th Eagle Academy

[email protected]

Mariellie RuizLast Names: L – O

[email protected]


Focus on Academics

Grade Point Average (GPA) Beginning with your first high school course (in middle school or 9th Grade) all subjects, whether passed or failed, are included in your grade point average. Grades are recorded on the official transcript in January and June. GPA is computed using the following system.

Grade Grade Range Regular Honors AP A 90-100% 4.00 4.50 5.00B 80-89% 3.00 3.50 4.00C 70-79% 2.00 2.50 3.00D 60-69% 1.00 1.50 2.00F 0-59% 0.00 0.50 1.00

Core GPA and Weighted GPA Core courses are academic courses such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. This GPA gives an indication of academic standing without including elective courses that might inflate the GPA. Many colleges and scholarships only use these “core” academic courses.

Honors courses are weighted by one half point (0.5) and AP courses are weighted by 1 point due to the added difficulty of these courses. This means that an A earned in an AP course receives 5 points and a B receives 4 points, so the overall GPA can exceed 4.0. Weighted GPA is calculated after adding these extra points.

How to Calculate Your GPA (or Weighted GPA) Here’s side by side weight comparison for one grading period.

Course Grade Value ADD the total number of

“value” points for each course,

then DIVIDE the total by the number of

courses you are taking.

Course Grade ValueEnglish 2 95% A 4.00 English 2 Honors 95% A 4.50 Geometry 91% A 4.00 Geometry Honors 91% A 4.50 World History 87% B 3.00 AP World History 87% B 4.00 Chemistry 90% A 4.00 Chemistry Honors 90% A 4.50 French 1 96% A 4.00 French 1 96% A 4.00 Team Sports 80% B 3.00 Team Sports 80% B 3.00 Jazz Band 89% B 3.00 Jazz Band 89% B 3.00 Unweighted GPA 3.57 Weighted GPA 3.93

NOTE: Florida’s colleges and universities require a minimum 2.5 GPA for admission. Please speak with your guidance counselor or the College & Career Counselor for specific requirements.

Class Rank Class rank is computed by the Student Information System for both weighted and unweighted course grades at the completion of each semester. Weighted GPAs are used to determine the senior class valedictorian and salutatorian for graduation at PHS.


Graduation Diploma Requirements

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Additional Information for Graduation

IMPORTANT: All required graduation coursework MUST be completed prior to participation in the graduation ceremony. Online Course Graduation Requirement Under Florida’s Digital Learning Act all students must complete one full high school level virtual course as a requirement for graduation. This course may be either a 0.5 credit course or a 1 credit course and is typically completed within the 24 credits required for a standard diploma.

“One Full Course” Definition: If a student takes a course such as English I, a 1-credit course, the student must pass both segments of this course in a virtual environment to meet the online learning requirement.

Osceola Virtual School and Florida Virtual School offer over 60 free high school courses. Students can work independently (self-paced) or follow the regular school calendar. Virtual courses offer the flexibility of completing graduation requirements in their own time (including summer) and the chance to explore their personal interests in courses that may not be available at Poinciana High School. Core courses such as English, World History, and Physical Education are available. Elective courses such as Art History, Law Studies, and Social Media are also offered. We strongly recommend that all PHS students have this requirement met prior to entering 11th grade. Failure to follow this timeline may result in the student be identified as at-risk for on-time graduation. Contact your guidance counselor or one of the virtual schools directly to fulfill this requirement.

Florida Virtual School

http://flvs.net (800) 374-1430

Osceola Virtual School

http://osceolaschools.net/ovss (407) 870-1445


Additional Information for Graduation (cont.)

Physical Education Course Waivers/Substitutions Students have flexibility in fulfilling the Physical Education requirement in a number of ways:

Two years in JROTC will waive the 1 credit Physical Education and the 1 credit Fine Arts graduation requirement.

One semester of Marching Band with a grade of “C” or better waives the .5 credit requirement of a physical education elective. The student must still take the .5 credit in Personal Fitness class to complete the requirement.

One semester of a dance class waives the .5 credit requirement of a physical education elective. The student must still take the .5 credit Personal Fitness class to complete the requirement.

Two seasons of an interscholastic sport at the JV or varsity level and a grade of “C” or better on the Personal Fitness competency test waives the full one credit physical education requirement.

Diploma Options for Students Students in the State of Florida can obtain a designation on their high school diploma by completing the following requirements in addition to the standard requirements listed on pages 6-7. The diploma designations are in the form of seals which are placed on the high school diploma and are also noted on the student’s transcript. Merit Diploma

Attain one or more industry certifications in addition to completing all other graduation requirements.

Scholar Diploma (these requirements may be completed within the 24 credits)

Earn 1 credit in Algebra 2 and 1 credit in Statistics (or equally rigorous mathematics courses). Earn 1 credit in Chemistry or Physics (or equally rigorous science courses). Earn 2 credits in the same World Language. Earn 1 or more credits in an Advanced Placement or a Dual Enrollment course. Pass the Geometry EOC, the Biology 1 EOC and the U.S. History EOC.

Seal of Biliteracy (in addition to meeting standard graduation requirements) The Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have attained a high level of competency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in one or more languages in addition to English.

Gold Medal Earn a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA in 4 of the same World language courses; Earn a score of 4 or higher on the AP Language exam; and Earn a score of 4 or higher on the Grade 10 English Language Arts (ELA) FSA

Silver Medal Earn a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA in 4 of the same World language courses; and Earn a score of 3 or higher on the AP Language exam


Course Selection Process

Consider Your Future When Choosing Your Classes

Beginning in January, our Guidance Team will be working with students to develop their schedules for the upcoming school year. This Curriculum Guide is designed to help you take an active role in this process. It highlights the numerous educational options offered at Poinciana High School and provides brief program and course descriptions, prerequisites, and other information pertinent to this process. It is very important that you choose classes that will not only interest you, but that will challenge you as well. Follow these steps to ensure a successful 2021-2022 school year:

1. CONSIDER your plans past graduation -- College? Military? Career? Technical School?

2. READ this Curriculum Guide carefully and consider all options.

3. REVIEW the graduation requirements on pages 8-9.

4. PAY ATTENTION to which requirements you have already completed, and which courses you still need to take next year. Consider prerequisites that need to be taken first, as well as courses which need be repeated because of lost credit.

5. VERIFY your completed courses and test scores in FOCUS. Select appropriate academic levels (standard, honors, or AP).

6. CHOOSE your electives (check for any prerequisites).

7. TALK to your parents, teachers, and Guidance Counselor about your course selections.

8. SELECT courses that will fulfill your goals for the future.

Remember, your choices today set the direction for your future tomorrow.


Which Classes Should I Take?

Are you wondering which courses you should take during high school? Well that depends on what your plans are for after high school. Your counselor will help you determine which courses are right for you, based on your future plans. Graduation is the first step toward your future! College/Career Prep Often referred to as “regular” courses, this coursework will help to prepare you for graduation from high school by getting you ready for coursework at the next level or the career field. Honors Courses Honors courses are designed to provide more academic rigor and will demonstrate to college admissions officers your willingness to challenge yourself. They may include research or group projects. Their increased difficulty will also prepare you for the courses you will encounter in a college setting. When you do well in an honors course, you give your GPA a boost. Advanced Placement AP courses provide more academic rigor and can demonstrate to college admissions officers your ability to handle college-level courses. They actually save you money on college tuition too! Earning a 3 or higher on the AP exam at the end of the course will demonstrate your competence in the subject and can earn you college credit at the same time. Dual Enrollment Like AP, Dual Enrollment lets you get a head start on your college coursework. DE courses are FREE, and save you money on college tuition. Dual Enrollment courses can be completed with Valencia College, UCF, or UF (online).

Certificate and College Degree Options Vocational Certificates are earned by spending 6-24 months at a vocational school or community college concentrating on very specific skills in preparation for employment. Associates Degrees are 2-year degrees. An A.A. (Associate in Arts Degree) is equivalent to completing freshman and sophomore courses at a college or university. The A.A. prepares students with a foundation so they can later transfer into further study at a 4-year institution. The A.S. (Associate in Science Degree) offers a high concentration of courses and hands-on experience. It prepares the student for immediate entry into employment upon graduation. Bachelor's Degrees are 4-year degrees with a major in a specific subject. A Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.A., B.S., B.F.A. respectively) may be earned at a college or a university. Master's Degrees (M.A., M.S., M.F.A.) Can be earned after 1-2 additional years of study in a specific subject after completion of the Bachelor's Degree. Doctoral Degrees (Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D., M.D.) Three or four years of study in a very specific subject after completion of a Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree.


Scheduling Policy and Procedure

Student Scheduling at PHS In January, students will be provided a general scheduling orientation that will outline the scheduling procedures at Poinciana High School. Course Selection Sheets and other scheduling materials will also be shared on the PHS website for download in January. Students should take time to review these documents with their parents and teachers and ask questions of their guidance counselor prior to attending their schedule planning meeting.

From January-March, students will attend a Schedule Planning Meeting during their English or Social Studies classes. (Students and teachers will be notified in advance to plan accordingly.) During this meeting, students will review graduation requirements, course sequencing, and their Course Selection Sheet.

IMPORTANT: Students must have a complete Course Selection Sheet signed by their parent/guardian

prior to attending this meeting.

Schedule Change Policies Once students have their Schedule Planning Meeting with their school counselor, the scheduling process has begun. For the academic benefit of the student and to limit the number of times a student’s schedule is changed – very few schedule changes are made. Guidance Counselors have limited availability over the summer. Starting at the end of July (dates TBA), if a student needs to discuss or request a change to their schedule (see criteria below) they can visit the PHS website or call the PHS Guidance Office to schedule an appointment. Only add/drop concerns are addressed during these meetings. Schedule changes are only evaluated based on one or more of the following criteria:

Scheduling error (ex. double-booked, missing prerequisite, open block in schedule) Student already received credit for the course (excluding Grade Forgiveness) Student is in need of a course in order to meet graduation requirement Special programs requiring unique schedules (ex. Exceptional Student Education, Dual

Enrollment, Advanced Placement) Score of Level 1 or 2 on FSA ELA (English Language Arts) assessment Summer school course completion.


Scheduling Policy and Procedure (cont.)

Add/Drop at PHS If at the end of the previous school year a student’s grade falls below the minimum required as prerequisite for a course, he/she may be assigned to a more appropriate course and/or level. There will be no add/drop once the school year has begun. Only administrative schedule changes will be permitted during the school year. Don’t hesitate to seek assistance from teachers, guidance counselors and administrators if you are struggling in a course. There are many options available to help you succeed. Dropping Honors and/or AP Courses Students will not be permitted to drop AP or Honors courses unless they have followed the criteria outlined below:

1. Student has attended Poinciana 220 after school tutoring during the school year

2. Student has attended other outside tutoring opportunities with the teacher of the course.

3. Student/Parent conference with the school counselor has taken place. Grade Forgiveness Students who earn a D (60-69%) or F (0-59%) grade in a course may retake the course or a comparable course to improve this grade. This higher grade (C or higher) will be calculated for the student’s GPA, however the student’s record will show all courses taken. The original grade will remain on the student transcript. PLEASE NOTE: All information regarding course and graduation requirements is subject to change pending legislation, state mandates, and/or district policy. The administration reserves the right to make scheduling changes based on class size. The Florida Class Size Amendment may require balancing of courses after the school year begins and may impact student schedule changes. Students may be required by Florida law or school district policy to take remediation courses based on standardized test scores from the Florida Comprehensive Achievement Tests and/or Florida End of Course Assessments. For example, students who have earned a Level 1 or 2 on their prior year FSA ELA assessment will be scheduled into Intensive Reading as one of their elective courses.


Resources for Success

If you are having difficulty in a class, please make sure that you speak with your teacher and make use of the wide variety of academic supports for PHS students.

Poinciana 220 After School Tutoring Tuesdays 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Media Center Students can gain computer access for educational purposes, receive specialized support in Math, Science and Reading, meet with a certified teacher for tutoring in other content areas, or just have a quiet place to complete schoolwork.

FOCUS Focus is a useful tool to check your grades and upcoming assignments. Your username is your Student ID number and your password is the same as your Active Directory computer login. Focus also features the Parent Portal, where parents can monitor their child’s graduation progress and current grades. The Parent Portal also allows parents to access attendance, discipline, academic history, and standardized test results in a password-protected environment.

https://osceola.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/index.php

Khan Academy Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers learners to study at their own pace. Khan Academy can assist students for SAT prep and math support, among many other subject areas.

www.khanacademy.org


Volunteering and Community Service

Community Service is a great way to gain experience in your desired field, increase your chances of getting into certain schools, earn scholarships and of course, make a difference. It is NOT a graduation requirement to volunteer but it is HIGHLY recommended.

You may use the PHS Community Service log or the Bright Futures Log. Be sure it is complete with all required information (dates, times, number of hours completed, and the type of work done) and signed by you, your parent, and the supervisor at the worksite. (The worksite can also create a document with the needed information on company/organization letterhead.)

Turn all community service documentation in to your counselor as soon as the project is completed. Community services hours should be turned in within the current academic year.

Community Service Requirements Students must perform volunteer services on their own time, which can include lunch

breaks and after school. Service may be volunteered to the school and/or the community. Fundraising for non-profit organizations or charities is acceptable. Service may be performed for profit-making organizations only if they are institutions like

hospitals or nursing homes. Volunteer work for a religious or political organization will only count as volunteer hours IF,

for example, your church youth group helps with the Special Olympics or the politicalorganization promotes non-partisan activities, such as voter registration.

What Does NOT Count Towards Community Service Hours? Service performed for a student's family, neighbors or friends Service required for employment or for profit-making organization Service performed as a result of disciplinary action taken by the school or courts Attendance at competitions, self-improvement workshops, or conferences Participation in JV or Varsity athletics or regularly scheduled band or chorus performances Activities such as altar server, reader, church choir or clerical work for religious organizations Volunteer service involving academic requirements for a class Community service prior to the summer of 9th grade

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO GET ALL VOLUNTEER PROJECTS APPROVED IN ADVANCE If you have questions about the acceptance of an activity for volunteer service, please see your counselor before you begin.


Extracurricular Involvement Information

Poinciana High School offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities. Listed below are a sampling of clubs, organizations, and interscholastic athletics that PHS offers its students. Academics, behavior, and attendance are all determining factors in a student’s participation in these extracurricular activities.

Clubs and Organizations Aerie: Yearbook Jazz Ensemble

Art Club Junior Class Officers

Beta Club (Service and Leadership) Key Club

Black Student Alliance Latinos in Action

Cheerleading – (Sideline, Competition) Marching Band

Color Guard National Honor Society

DECA (Business and Leadership skills) NJROTC

Debate and Speech Team Poinciana Pride (Gay Straight Alliance)

Drama Club Royal Diamonds Dance Team

Eagles Ink (Web Deign) Science Club

Eagles of Excellence Skills USA

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Senior Class Officers

FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)

Sophomore Class Officers

Freshman Class Officers Step Team “Point. Blank. Period.”

Gamers Unplugged Student Government Association

German Club Technology Student Association (TSA)

International Thespian Society The Poinciana Point: Student News

Did You Know? Some clubs recognize their active members with graduation honor cords (worn at the ceremony) for their achievement or participation throughout their high school career.


PHS Eagles Athletics

Poinciana High School is the home to Eagle Nation. Our athletic program consists of more than 25 teams for boys and girls. We believe that athletics is essential to the positive school culture.

In order to participate in FHSAA sanctioned athletics at Poinciana High School, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (unweighted) at the conclusion of each semester to be academically eligible during the next semester. GPA is calculated in January and June.

A student that is academically eligible at the beginning of a semester will continue to be eligible for that entire semester. Likewise, a student who is academically ineligible at the beginning of a semester will continue to be academically ineligible for that entire semester.

In order to participate in sports, you must submit a complete Athletic Physical Packet, including ECG (first year) and recent physical (dated less than 1 year prior).

Athletic Teams Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports Cheerleading (Sideline) Basketball (M, W) Baseball Cross Country (M, W) Competition Cheerleading Flag Football (W) Football (JV, Varsity) Soccer (M, W) Softball Golf (M, W) Weightlifting (W) Tennis (M, W) Swimming (M, W) Wrestling (M, W) Track & Field (M, W) Volleyball (W) Volleyball (M)

Weightlifting (M)

NCAA College Athletics The NCAA Eligibility Center The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies the academic and amateur credentials of all students who want to become student-athletes at an NCAA Division I or II school after graduation. In order to practice, play, and/or receive an athletic scholarship, students need to meet certain academic criteria. You should apply for certification by the end of your junior year. To determine eligibility and to learn more about GPA and test score requirements, please visit:

http://www.eligibilitycenter.org.

Core Units Required for NCAA Certification Division I Division II English Core 4 Years 3 Years Math Core Algebra I or higher 3 Years 2 Years Science Core 2 Years 2 Years Social Science Core 2 Years 2 Years Additional Credits From English, Math, or Science 1 Year 3 Years Additional Core (English, Math, Science, Social Science, World Language, Computer Science, Philosophy, Nondoctrinal Religion) 4 Years 4 Years

Total Core Units Required 16 16 Minimum Core GPA 2.3 2.2

Testing Information


ACT and SAT The ACT measures general educational development in English, mathematics, reading, and natural sciences and the capability to complete college-level work. The SAT is an objective test designed to measure how well students have developed their verbal, writing, and math skills. Students with solid knowledge gained from Algebra, Geometry, Biology, and English courses do well. The possible score range for the SAT is 400 – 1600. The maximum score for the ACT is 36. Our school district strongly recommends taking practice exams on khanacademy.org prior to testing dates.

Students should aim to test in the winter or spring of their junior year and again in the fall of their senior year if necessary. Results are automatically provided to Poinciana High School, but students will need to select which colleges and universities they wish to receive their scores. Most universities and colleges will accept either SAT or ACT test scores, but the student should verify each college’s policy.

ACT: Register at www.act.org SAT: Register at www.collegeboard.com.

Advanced Placement (AP) Advanced Placement exams are administered in May and are required at the completion of every AP course. The School District of Osceola County provides funding for AP students to take the exams at no cost. Therefore, a student’s enrollment in an AP course will require them to sit for that AP exam. Students who miss the AP exam may be required to reimburse PHS for test administration fees. Most colleges accept AP credit, but the student should verify each college’s policy. Learn more about available AP courses offered at Poinciana High School on or at apstudent.collegeboard.org.

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) The ASVAB is an excellent career assessment test measuring mechanical, clerical, verbal, and mathematical skills with a variety of short, timed multiple choice test items. It is administered to 10th -12th graders in the fall. The test can help identify occupations and skills for which students are best suited. There is no commitment to military service for students taking this test.

End of Course Exams (EOC) Several high school courses require a final exam, known as the EOC, to earn your diploma. In addition to passing grades throughout the course, the EOC makes up 30% of the final course grade. These courses are: Algebra 1, Biology, Geometry, and US History.

Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) In order to earn a high school diploma in the State of Florida, all students are required to take and pass the FSA Algebra 1 EOC exam and the Grade 10 English Language Arts (ELA) assessment with a score of 3 or higher.


Testing Information (cont.)

Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) The Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) provides information about the student’s level of skill accomplishment in reading, writing, and mathematics. Scores earned on this entrance exam are used with the Valencia College Dual Enrollment application to measure readiness for college level courses. See your counselor for more information. Statewide Assessment Retakes Students who do not pass the Grade 10 ELA assessment in the spring of their 10th -grade year may retest in fall and spring of their 11th and 12th grade years. Students can retake the Grade 10 FSA ELA Assessment or FSA Algebra 1 EOC Assessment each time the test is administered until they achieve a passing score. Students currently have up to five opportunities to pass the Grade 10 ELA assessment before graduation. The number of opportunities to retake the Algebra 1 EOC assessment will depend on the grade students are in when they first take the test, since it is taken at the conclusion of the course. The FSA Algebra 1 EOC Assessment is currently administered four times each year, in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. Concordant and Comparative Scores A student can also meet assessment graduation requirements by earning a concordant or comparative score. The chart below shows the concordant and comparative scores students may use to satisfy assessment graduation requirements. Graduation Testing Requirement

ACT Math

PSAT/NMSQT Math

SAT Math

ACT English and Reading

subtests

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

and Writing (EBRW) Algebra 1 EOC 16 430 420 10th Grade ELA FSA 18 480

Free and Reduced Lunch Student Fee Waivers Students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch through the School District of Osceola County may receive up to two fee waivers for each assessment during their 4 years in high school. Waivers are available through the College and Career Counselor. Khan Academy for SAT & ACT Test Preparation 20 hours of practice on Khan Academy is associated with an average 115-point score increase from the PSAT/NMSQT to the SAT, nearly double the average gain without Khan Academy. Khan Academy is utilized in the ELA, Reading, and Math classrooms. However, students can access Khan Academy at home for continued practice. Please go to www.khanacademy.org to begin today!


Academic Coursework

At PHS, we offer three different levels of courses – each of which provide different level of rigor. Our curriculum provides students with the opportunity to enroll in College/Career prep, Honors, or Advanced Placement courses in most content areas. In this section of the Curriculum Guide, you will find information on each program and descriptions for each course.

Course Subject Area Page English Language Arts 23 Health and Physical Education 25 Mathematics 27Music Education 29 Sciences 33 Social Studies 36 Theatre Arts 39 Visual Arts 40 World Languages 41 Drivers Education 43

Program Interest Area Page Advanced Placement 46 Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) 48 Ascend Academy 50 Athletic Training 51 Dual Enrollment 52 Naval Sciences (JROTC) 53 Career and Technical Education Pathways 54


English Language Arts (4 credits required)

Intensive Reading Passing the 10th grade FSA ELA (or earning a concordant ACT or SAT score) is a requirement for graduation. The Intensive Reading course is designed to support students who have earned a Level 1 or 2 on their prior year FSA ELA assessment, to help them complete this requirement. Content includes: words and phrases in context, main ideas, comparisons and cause/effect and, reference and research. All students who have earned a Level 1 or 2 will be scheduled into Intensive Reading as one of their elective courses.

Students will be required to take an English course all 4 years of High School regardless of credits.

English 1 | 1001310 English I Honors | 1001320 Prerequisite: None The purpose of this course is to provide grade 9 students, using texts of high complexity, integrated language arts study in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language for college and career preparation and readiness. Credits: 1.0 | 9 Student placement will be based on prior year grades and ELA scores.

English 2 | 1001340 English 2 Honors | 1001350 Prerequisite: English I The purpose of this course is to provide grade 10 students, using texts of high complexity, integrated language arts study in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language for college and career preparation and readiness. Credits: 1.0 | 10 Student placement will be based on prior year grades and ELA scores.

English 3 | 1001370 English 3 Honors / 1001380 Prerequisite: English 2 The purpose of this course is to provide grade 11 students, using texts of high complexity, integrated language arts study in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language for college and career preparation and readiness. Credits: 1.0 | 11 Student placement will be based on prior year grades and ELA scores.

English 4 | 1001400 English 4 Honors / 1001410 Prerequisite: English 3 The purpose of this course is to provide grade 12 students, using texts of high complexity, integrated language arts study in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language for college and career preparation and readiness. Credits: 1.0 | 12 Student placement will be based on prior year grades and ELA scores.

AP English Language and Composition | 1001420 Prerequisite: English 2 or English 2 Honors An AP course in English Language and Composition engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. Credits: 1.0 | 11


AP English Literature and Composition | 1001430 Prerequisite: AP English Language An AP English Literature and Composition course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style and themes, as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism and tone. Credits: 1.0 | 12

Debate 1 | 1007330 Prerequisite: none The purpose of this course is to develop students’ beginning awareness, understanding, and application of language arts as it applies to oral communication concepts and strategies for public debate in a variety of given settings. Credits: 1.0 | 09-12

Journalism 1 | 1006300 Prerequisite: Enrollment in an ELA Course The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop knowledge of journalism history, ethics use, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12

Journalism 2 | 1006310 Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Journalism 1 The purpose of this course is to enable students to extend fundamental skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop further knowledge of journalism history, ethics use, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12

Journalism 3 | 1006320 Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Journalism 2 The purpose of this course is to enable students to perform grade level skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to continue to develop knowledge of journalism history, ethics use, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12

Journalism 4 | 1006330 Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Journalism 3 The purpose of this course is to enable students to perform skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to extend further knowledge of journalism history, ethics use, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. Students create the Poinciana Point. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Health and Physical Education NOTE: All Physical Education classes require that students dress for exercise

Personal Fitness | 1501300 Prerequisite: None The purpose of this course is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to become healthy and physically active for a lifetime. This course addresses both the health and skill-related components of physical fitness which are critical for students' success. Credits: 0.5 | 9 This course paired with an additional 0.5 credit in a Physical Education activity course meets the mandatory Physical Education graduation requirement for all Florida high school students.

Basketball 1 | 1503310 Prerequisite: None The purpose of this course is to provide instruction of the fundamental skills, tactics, rules and etiquette in basketball. Introduction to systems of play will be included to enhance the student's understanding. Advanced skills and drills which directly affect student's physical and cognitive abilities will be covered. Students will participate in advanced individual and team techniques in relationship to basketball strategy. Participate in course activities will continue to enhance healthy behaviors that influence students to participate in physical activities throughout their life.

Basketball 2 | 1503315 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basketball 1 The purpose of this course is to provide a more in-depth instruction of the fundamental skills, tactics, rules and etiquette in basketball. Introduction to systems of play will be included to enhance the student's understanding. Advanced skills and drills which directly affect student's physical and cognitive abilities will be covered. Students will participate in advanced individual and team techniques in relationship to basketball strategy. Participate in course activities will continue to enhance healthy behaviors that influence students to participate in physical activities throughout their life.

Individual and Dual Sports 1 | 1502410 Prerequisite: Personal Fitness The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop knowledge and skills specified in individual and dual sports and to maintain health related fitness. The content should include, but not be limited to the following: safety practices, rules, terminology, etiquette, history of the sports, sportsmanship, correct techniques in performing skills, consumer issues, benefits of participation, fitness activities, and assessment of skills and fitness assessments. The sports offered may include but not limited to tennis, table tennis, badminton, golf, juggling, track and field, and archery. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Individual and Dual Sports 2 | 1502420 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Individual and Dual Sports 1 The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop knowledge and skills specified in individual and dual sports and to maintain health related fitness. The content should include, but not be limited to the following: safety practices, rules, terminology, etiquette, history of the sports, sportsmanship, correct techniques in performing skills, consumer issues, benefits of participation, fitness activities, and assessment of skills and fitness assessments. The sports offered may include but not limited to tennis, table tennis, badminton, golf, juggling, track and field, and archery. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12


Individual and Dual Sports 3 | 1502430 Prerequisite: Individual and Dual Sports 2 The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop knowledge and skills specified in individual and dual sports and to maintain health related fitness. The content should include, but not be limited to the following: safety practices, rules, terminology, etiquette, history of the sports, sportsmanship, correct techniques in performing skills, consumer issues, benefits of participation, fitness activities, and assessment of skills and fitness assessments. The sports offered may include but not limited to tennis, table tennis, badminton, golf, juggling, track and field, and archery. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Team Sports 1 | 1503350 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Personal Fitness The purpose of this course is to develop the physical skills necessary to be competent in many forms of movement, knowledge of team sports concepts such as offensive and defensive strategies and tactics, and appropriate social behaviors within a team or group setting. The integration of fitness concepts throughout the content is critical to the success of this course. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Team Sports 2 | 1503360 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Team Sports 1 The purpose of this course is to develop the physical skills necessary to be competent in many forms of movement, knowledge of team sports concepts such as offensive and defensive strategies and tactics, and appropriate social behaviors within a team or group setting. The integration of fitness concepts throughout the content is critical to the success of this course. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Volleyball | 1505500 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Personal Fitness The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire basic knowledge and skills in volleyball and to maintain or improve health-related fitness. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Weight Training 1 | 1501340 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Personal Fitness The purpose of this course is to develop the physical skills necessary to be competent in many forms of movement as it relates to weight training. The integration of fitness concepts throughout the content is critical to the success of this course. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

Weight Training 2 | 1501350 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Weight Training 1 The purpose of this course is to develop the physical skills necessary to be competent in many forms of movement as it relates to weight training. The integration of fitness concepts throughout the content is critical to the success of this course. Credits: 0.5 | 10-12

High School Physical Education Waiver Information Two years in JROTC will meet the Physical Education and the Fine Arts graduation

requirement. One semester of Marching Band with a grade of “C” or better waives the .5 credit

requirement of a physical education elective. The student must still take the .5 credit inPersonal Fitness class to complete the requirement.

NOTE: All PE courses are subject to change based on availability of the course.


Mathematics (4 credits required)

Students will be required to take a Math course all 4 years of High School regardless of credits. Algebra 1 | 1200310 Algebra 1 Honors | 1200320 Prerequisite: None The fundamental purpose of this course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas, called units, deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend, and students engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 In order to receive credit for the course the student must pass the Algebra 1 End of Course Assessment. Geometry | 1206310 Geometry Honors | 1206320 Prerequisite: Algebra 1 The fundamental purpose of the course in Geometry is to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Important differences exist between this Geometry course and the historical approach taken in Geometry classes. For example, transformations are emphasized early in this course. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Algebra 2 | 1200330 Algebra 2 Honors | 1200340 Prerequisite: Geometry Students will build on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, students extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions.2 Students work closely with the expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Math for College Readiness | 1200700 Prerequisite : Placement This course is targeted for students who are not yet "college ready" in mathematics or simply need some additional instruction in content to prepare them for success in college level mathematics. This course incorporates the Florida Standards for Mathematical Practices as well as the following Florida Standards for Mathematical Content: Expressions and Equations, The Number System, Functions, Algebra, Geometry, Number and Quantity, Statistics and Probability, and the Florida Standards for High School Modeling. The standards align with the Mathematics Postsecondary Readiness Competencies deemed necessary for entry-level college courses. Credits: 1.0 | 11 Pre-Calculus Honors| 1202340 Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Students, as mathematic analysts, investigate how advanced mathematics concepts are used to solve problems encountered in operating national parks. As students venture from algebra to trigonometry, they analyze and articulate the real-world application of these concepts. The purpose of this course is to study functions and develop skills necessary for the study of calculus. This course includes algebra, analytical geometry, and trigonometry. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12


Calculus Honors| 1202300 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus The Honors Calculus course consists of a full academic year of work in Calculus and related topics comparable to courses in colleges and universities. Topics to be covered are elementary functions, limits, differential and integral calculus. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 AP Calculus AB| 1202310 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Honors or Teacher Recommendation AP Calculus AB is roughly equivalent to a first semester college-level calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. The AP course covers topics in these areas, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions Credits: 1.0 | 12 AP Statistics | 1210320 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Honors or Teacher Recommendation The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Music Education

(All courses fulfill the Fine Arts requirement for graduation) Musical performing groups require practice and performances beyond the regular school day. Students will be required to perform in public. Band 3 | 1302320 Prerequisite: Audition This year-long, formative class, designed for students ready to build on skills and knowledge previously acquired in a middle or high school instrumental ensemble, promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of high-quality, intermediate-level wind and percussion literature. Rehearsals focus on development of critical listening/aural skills, individual musicianship, instrumental technique, refinement of ensemble skills, and aesthetic engagement culminating in periodic public performances. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Band 4 | 1302330 Prerequisite: Band 3 This year-long, intermediate-level course, designed for students who demonstrate proficiency in woodwind, brass and/or percussion techniques, music literacy, critical listening/aural skills, and ensemble performance skills, promotes greater engagement with and appreciation for music through performance and other experiences with a broad spectrum of music, as well as creativity through composition and/or arranging. Study includes cultivation of well-developed instrumental ensemble techniques and skills, music literacy and theory, and deeper aesthetic engagement with a wide variety of high-quality repertoire. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Band 5 Honors | 1302340 Prerequisite: Band 4 This year-long, advanced course, designed for wind and percussion students with extensive experience in solo performance and larger performing ensembles, promotes significant depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation of music through performance and other experiences with sophisticated instrumental music, as well as creativity through composition and/or arranging. The course includes the development of advanced instrumental ensemble techniques and skills, extended music literacy and theory, and deep aesthetic engagement with a broad spectrum of high-quality repertoire, ranging from early music to the contemporary. Musical independence and leadership are particularly encouraged in this setting. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Band 6 Honors | 1302350 Prerequisite: Band 5 Honors This year-long, highly advanced course, designed for students with substantial experience in solo performance and larger performing ensembles, promotes significant engagement with and appreciation for music through performance of sophisticated wind and percussion literature. Study focuses on mastery of highly advanced music skills, techniques, and processes, as well as creativity through composition and/or arranging and use of current technology to enhance creativity and performance effectiveness. This course also provides significant opportunities for student leadership through peer mentoring, solo work, and participation as a performer or coach in a small or large ensemble. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Instrumental Ensemble 1 | 1302460 Prerequisite: Audition Students with little or no experience in an instrumental ensemble develop basic musicianship and ensemble performance skills through the study of basic, high-quality music in diverse styles. Student musicians focus on building foundational music techniques, music literacy, listening skills, and aesthetic awareness. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. This course may also require students to obtain a musical instrument (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Instrumental Ensemble 2 | 1302470 Prerequisite: Instrumental Ensemble 1 Students with previous instrumental ensemble experience continue building musicianship and performance skills through the study of high-quality music in diverse styles. Student musicians learn to self-assess and collaborate as they rehearse, perform, and study relevant musical styles and time periods. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. This course may also require students to obtain a musical instrument (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Instrumental Ensemble 3 | 1302480 Prerequisite: Instrumental Ensemble 2 Students strengthen instrumental ensemble performance skills, music literacy, and analytical skills through the study of high-quality music in diverse styles. Student musicians learn to self-assess and collaborate as they rehearse, perform, and study relevant history and cultures. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. This course may also require students to obtain a musical instrument (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Instrumental Ensemble 4 Honors | 1302490 Prerequisite: Instrumental Ensemble 3 Students with extensive instrumental ensemble experience refine their critical listening, music literacy, and ensemble skills through the study, rehearsal, and performance of high-quality, advanced literature. Students use reflection and problem-solving skills with increasing independence to improve their performance and musical expressivity. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. This course may also require students to obtain a musical instrument (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 12 Jazz Ensemble 1 | 1302500 Prerequisite: Audition Students with experience on an instrument suited for jazz ensemble explore the fundamentals of performance practices, improvisation, and music theory through a diverse repertoire of high-quality jazz literature. Students learn the basics of foundational jazz styles, use chord symbols, develop knowledge of musical structure, and study the history of jazz and its iconic musicians. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students in this class may need to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12


Jazz Ensemble 2 | 1302510 Prerequisite: Jazz Ensemble 1 Students with jazz experience become conversant with basic chord progressions and the scale/chord relationship, strengthen aural skills, and learn to improvise and compose melodies over progressions as they rehearse, perform, and study high-quality jazz ensemble literature. Musicians study jazz history and become familiar with the cultural context of various compositions and artists. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class may need to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Jazz Ensemble 3 | 1302520 Prerequisite: Jazz Ensemble 2 Students with considerable jazz experience become conversant with more complex forms and harmonic progressions, and strengthen their aural and improvisational skills as they rehearse, perform, and study high-quality jazz ensemble literature. Musicians apply their theory skills to arranging, transposition, and composing; and study various periods, cultural contexts, compositions, and artists in jazz history. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class may need to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Jazz Ensemble 4 Honors | 1302490 Prerequisite: Jazz Ensemble 3 Students with significant jazz experience become highly conversant with complex harmonic structures; compose or arrange for small groups; improvise over various forms, keys, and styles; and are knowledgeable about the professional jazz scene and its icons. Musicians study the impact of technology on jazz and the music industry, and learn the basics of sound reinforcement for solo and ensemble performance. In keeping with the rigor expected in an Honors course, students undertake independent study that includes synthesis of learning and experience. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Students in this class may need to obtain (e.g., borrow, rent, purchase) an instrument from an outside source. Credits: 1.0 | 12 Eurhythmics 1 | 1305300 Prerequisite: None Student dancers develop basic skills in performing and evaluating choreographed performances as an independent ensemble and in cooperation with a music ensemble. An emphasis is placed on dance, equipment manipulation, precision, and the relationship between music and dance. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12


Eurhythmics 2 | 1305310 Prerequisite: Eurhythmics 1 Student dancers build on previous experience to perform and evaluate choreographed performances as an independent ensemble and in cooperation with a music ensemble. Students focus on strengthening dance skills, equipment manipulation, precision, and the relationship between music and dance. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Freshmen Women’s Chorale | 13033XXF Prerequisite: None; Non-Audition This yearlong, entry-level class, designed for students with little or no choral experience, promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of beginning choral repertoire from a variety of times and places. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills; foundational instrumental technique and skills, music literacy, and ensemble skills; and aesthetic musical awareness culminating in periodic public performances. Credits: 1.0 | 9 Beginning Men’s Chorale | 13033XXM Prerequisite: None; Non-Audition This yearlong, entry-level class, designed for students with little or no choral experience, promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of beginning choral repertoire from a variety of times and places. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills; foundational instrumental technique and skills, music literacy, and ensemble skills; and aesthetic musical awareness culminating in periodic public performances. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Beginning Women’s Chorale | 13033XXW Prerequisite: None; Non-Audition This yearlong, entry-level class, designed for students with little or no choral experience, promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of music through performance of beginning choral repertoire from a variety of times and places. Rehearsals focus on the development of critical listening skills; foundational instrumental technique and skills, music literacy, and ensemble skills; and aesthetic musical awareness culminating in periodic public performances. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Advanced Women’s Chorale | 13033XXA Prerequisite: Audition Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Eagle Singers | 13033XXE Prerequisite: Audition Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Advanced Placement Music Theory | 1300330 Prerequisite: Placement A major component of any college music curriculum is a course introducing the first-year student to musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures. Such a course may bear a variety of titles (Elementary Theory, Harmony and Dictation, Structure of Music, etc.). It may emphasize one aspect of music, such as harmony; more often, however, it integrates aspects of melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, form, musical analysis, elementary composition and, to some extent, history and style. Musicianship skills such as dictation and other listening skills, sight-singing, and keyboard harmony are considered an important part of the theory course, although they may be taught as separate classes. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12


Sciences (3 credits required)

Environmental Science | 2001340 Prerequisite: None This course is designed as an interactive, 21st century focus on basic physics and chemistry. Topics include forces and motion, energy through waves, electricity and magnetism, matter, chemical bonding and reactions. It serves as a foundation for the study of the physical sciences. The utilization of scientific inquiry, web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher order thinking, collaborative projects, real world application through labs and a variety of assessments all aid the student in ultimately demonstrating a vast understanding of the importance of the physical and chemical properties of the world around them; enabling them to apply these properties to their everyday lives. Credits: 1.0 | 9 Environmental Science Honors | 2001341 Prerequisite: None This course is designed as an interdisciplinary course to provide students with scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to identify and analyze environmental problems and to evaluate risks and alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. Credits: 1.0 | 9 Advanced Placement Environmental Science | 2001380 Prerequisite: None The AP Environmental Science course is the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science, through which students engage with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. The course requires that students identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary, embracing topics from geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography. Credits: 1.0 | 9 - 12 Biology 1 | 2000310 Prerequisite: Physical Science The Biology course guides students through the study of living and non-living systems and how they interact with one another. Students explore the world they live in by posing questions and seeking answers through scientific inquiry. Discovery takes place through observation and data collection. The students will be introduced to the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living matter. This is a course with real relevance. It encourages curiosity and provides opportunity for students to work on hands on lab activities and develop relationships through collaboratively learning. Engaging in the study of biological science broadens the picture of the world around us. Credits: 1.0 | 9-10 Biology 1 Honors | 2000320 Prerequisite: Physical Science While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Biology I course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. Credits: 1.0 | 9-10


Advanced Placement Biology | 2000340 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology1 or Biology 1 Honors AP Biology is an introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations as they explore the following topics: evolution, cellular processes — energy and communication, genetics, information transfer, ecology, and interactions. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 (9th dependent on high school courses taken in middle school) PLEASE NOTE: This course is paired with Genetics Honors | 2000440 on your schedule Chemistry 1 | 2003340 Chemistry 1 Honors | 2003350 Prerequisite: Biology This course is designed to serve as a foundation for the study of Chemistry. The utilization of scientific inquiry, web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher order thinking, collaborative projects, real world application through labs and a variety of assessments all aid the student in ultimately demonstrating a vast understanding of the importance of Chemistry in the world around them; enabling them to apply these properties to their everyday lives. Credits: 1.0 | 10-11 Advanced Placement Chemistry 1 | 2003370 Prerequisite: Chemistry & Algebra 2 The AP Chemistry course provides students with a foundation to support future advanced course work in chemistry. Through inquiry-based learning, students develop critical thinking and reasoning skills. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry and science practices as they explore topics such as: atomic structure, intermolecular forces and bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Earth/Space Science | 2001310 Prerequisite: Biology Earth/Space Science is a laboratory course focusing on the study of space, geologic structures and forces, the waters on our planet, and the atmospheric forces that shape our world. Through experimentation and investigation, students will explore the earth cycles including the geosphere, hydrosphere, crysosphere, atmosphere, and the carbon cycle. Students will learn about scientific inquiry, geologic time, space exploration, the solar system, and the universe. Students will use web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher-order thinking, collaborative projects, and real-world application through labs and a variety of assessments. Upon completion of the course, students will have a clear understanding of the dynamic forces at work in the world around them, becoming better caretakers of our planet, Earth. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Earth/Space Science Honors | 2001320 Prerequisite: Biology While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Earth/Space Science course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Genetics Honors | 2000440 Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry The purpose of this course is for students to understand the fundamental concepts of genetics. Through experimentation, students will be able to solve genetic based problems. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 PLEASE NOTE: This course is paired with Advanced Placement Biology | 2000340 on your schedule. Physics 1 Honors | 2003390 Prerequisite: Biology While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Physics I course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommends that at the high school level, all students should be in the science lab or field, collecting data every week. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Advanced Placement Physics (Algebra Based) | 2003421 Prerequisite: Geometry & Completed or Enrolled in Algebra 2 AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course that explores topics such as Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; and introductory, simple circuits. Through inquiry-based learning, students will develop scientific critical thinking and reasoning skills. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Anatomy and Physiology Honors | 2003390 Prerequisite: Biology or AP Biology While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Anatomy and Physiology course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 This course is also part of the Athletic Trainer academic program. Marine Science 1 | 2002500 Prerequisite: Biology Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommends that at the high school level, all students should be in the science lab or field, collecting data every week. School laboratory investigations (labs) are defined by the National Research Council (NRC) as an experience in the laboratory, classroom, or the field that provides students with opportunities to interact directly with natural phenomena or with data collected by others using tools, materials, data collection techniques, and models (NRC, 2006, p. 3). Credits: 1.0 | 9-12


Social Studies (3 credits required)

Advanced Placement Human Geography | 2103400 Prerequisite: Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework This course will be based on the national curriculum for AP Human Geography. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, uses, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools that geographers use in their science and practice. Some of the topics studied will be: physical geography, population patterns, and cultural influences on society, urbanization and industrialization, impact of agriculture, politics and economics. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 World History | 2109310 World History Honors | 2109320 Prerequisite: None The grade 9-12 World History course consists of the following content area strands: World History, Geography and Humanities. This course is a continued in-depth study of the history of civilizations and societies from the middle school course, and includes the history of civilizations and societies of North and South America. Students will be exposed to historical periods leading to the beginning of the 21st Century. So that students can clearly see the relationship between cause and effect in historical events, students should have the opportunity to review those fundamental ideas and events from ancient and classical civilizations. Credits: 1.0 | 10 (required for graduation) Advanced Placement World History | 2109420 Prerequisite: Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework In AP World History students will examine themes, patterns, and processes from a global perspective. Students will examine the historical record from 8000 BCE to current day issues. Special emphasis will be given to regions and societies traditionally underrepresented in world history course. Using the five themes of AP World History and the “habits of the mind” for social studies the course will follow the course outline as described by the College Board. AP World History is designed as an introductory college level survey course for those students seeking a rigorous program of study. As such, the reading and writing demands are significant and require a highly engaged and motivated student. Credits: 1.0 | 10 United States History | 2100310 United States History Honors | 2100320 Prerequisite: World History The grade 9-12 United States History course consists of the following content area strands: United States History, Geography, and Humanities. The primary content emphasis for this course pertains to the study of United States history from Reconstruction to the present day. Students will be exposed to the historical, geographic, political, economic, and sociological events which influenced the development of the United States and the resulting impact on world history. So that students can clearly see the relationship between cause and effect in historical events, students should have the opportunity to review those fundamental ideas and events which occurred before the end of Reconstruction. Credits: 1.0 | 11 (required for graduation)


Advanced Placement United States History | 2100320 Prerequisite: World History; Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework The AP U.S. History course is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in U.S. history. The program prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those made by full-year introductory college courses. Students should learn to assess historical materials—their relevance to a given interpretive problem, reliability, and importance—and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. An AP U.S. History course should thus develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. Credits: 1.0 | 11 United States Government | 2106310 United States Government Honors | 2106320 Prerequisite: United States History The grade 9-12 United States Government course consists of the following content area strands: Geography, Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of government institutions and political processes and their historical impact on American society. Content should include, but is not limited to, the functions and purpose of government, the function of the state, the constitutional framework, federalism, separation of powers, functions of the three branches of government at the local, state and national level, and the political decision-making process. Credits: 0.5 | 12 (required for graduation) Economics with Financial Literacy| 2102335 Economics with Financial Literacy Honors | 2102345 Prerequisite: United States History The grade 9-12 Economics course consists of the following content area strands: Economics and Geography. The primary content emphasis for this course pertains to the study of the concepts and processes of the national and international economic systems. Content should include, but is not limited to, currency, banking, and monetary policy, the fundamental concepts relevant to the major economic systems, the global market and economy, major economic theories and economists, the role and influence of the government and fiscal policies, economic measurements, tools, and methodology, financial and investment markets, and the business cycle. Credits: 0.5 | 12 (required for graduation) Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics | 2106420 Prerequisite: United States History; Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework The grade 9-12 United States Government course consists of the following content area strands: Geography, Civics and Government. The primary content for the course pertains to the study of government institutions and political processes and their historical impact on American society. Content should include, but is not limited to, the functions and purpose of government, the function of the state, the constitutional framework, federalism, separation of powers, functions of the three branches of government at the local, state and national level, and the political decision-making process. Credits: 0.5 | 12 PLEASE NOTE: This course is paired with US Government Honors (#2106320) to allow a full year for preparation. Students will also take Economics with Financial Literacy Honors (#2102345) paired with another 0.5 credit elective.


Advanced Placement European History | 2109380 Prerequisite: Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework The AP European History course focuses on developing students' understanding of European history from approximately 1450 to the present. The course has students investigate the content of European history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) employed by historians when they study the past. The course also provides five themes (interaction of Europe and the world; poverty and prosperity; objective knowledge and subjective visions; states and other institutions of power; and individual and society) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Advanced Placement Psychology | 2107350 Prerequisite: Previous Success in Social Studies Coursework The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Astronomy | 2001350 Astronomy Honors| 2020910 Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommends that at the high school level, all students should be in the science lab or field, collecting data every week. School laboratory investigations (labs) are defined by the National Research Council (NRC) as an experience in the laboratory, classroom, or the field that provides students with opportunities to interact directly with natural phenomena or with data collected by others using tools, materials, data collection techniques, and models (NRC, 2006, p. 3). Laboratory investigations in the high school classroom should help all students develop a growing understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills to calibrate and troubleshoot equipment used to make observations. Learners should understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data (National Research Council, 2006, p.77; NSTA, 2007). Credits: 1.0/ 9-12


Theatre Arts

NOTE: These courses may require students to participate in extra rehearsals and performances beyond the school day. Theatre 1 | 0400310 Prerequisite: None This course is designed for students with little or no theatre experience, and promotes enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of theatre. Classwork focuses on the exploration of theatre literature, performance, historical and cultural connections, and technical requirements. Improvisation, creative dramatics, and beginning scene work are used to introduce students to acting and character development. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Theatre 2 | 0400320 Prerequisite: Theatre 1; Audition Required This course is designed for students with a year of experience or more, and promotes enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of theatre through opportunities to build significantly on existing skills. Classwork focuses on characterization, playwriting, and playwrights’ contributions to theatre; while improvisation, creative dramatics, and scene work are used to help students challenge and strengthen their acting skills and explore the technical aspect of scene work. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Theatre 3 Honors | 0400330 Prerequisite: Theatre 2; Audition Required The purpose of this course is to promote depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theatre through a broad spectrum of teacher-assigned and self-directed study and performance. Students regularly reflect on aesthetics and issues related to theatre and create in ways that are progressively more innovative. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Theatre 4 Honors | 0400340 Prerequisite: Theatre 3 Honors; Audition Required This course is designed for students with extensive experience in theatre. In keeping with the rigor expected in an accelerated setting, students assemble a portfolio that showcases a significant body of work representing personal vision and artistic growth over time; mastery of theatre skills and techniques in one or more areas; and evidence of sophisticated oral and written analytical and problem-solving skills based on their structural, historical, and cultural knowledge. Credits: 1.0 | 12

Vehicle and Traffic Safety

Driver Education | 19003100 Prerequisite: Eligible for a Learner’s Permit; 15 years of age or older Our students have a great opportunity to complete Drivers Education on our campus. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the highway transportation system and to provide instruction in strategies that will develop driving knowledge and skills. Course content includes an in-depth study of the scope and nature of accident problems and how to avoid them. In addition, the course discusses the effects of drugs and alcohol while operating a motor vehicle. Students that are eligible for a Florida Learners License are able to enroll in this course. Driver's Education is an extremely popular course at PHS and seats are limited. Credits: 0.5 |10, 11, 12


Visual Arts

(All courses fulfill the Fine Arts requirement for graduation) Two-Dimensional Studio Art 1 | 0101300 Students experiment with the media and techniques used to create a variety of two-dimensional (2-D) artworks through the development of skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design. Students practice, sketch, and manipulate the structural elements of art to improve mark making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Two-Dimensional Studio Art 2 | 0101310 Prerequisite: Two-Dimensional Studio Art 1 Students develop and refine technical skills and create 2-D compositions with a variety of media in drawing. Student artists sketch, manipulate, and refine the structural elements of art to improve mark-making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Two-Dimensional Studio Art 3 Honors | 0101320 Prerequisite: Two-Dimensional Studio Art 2 Students experiment with the media and techniques used to create a variety of two-dimensional (2-D) artworks through the development of skills in painting. Students practice, and manipulate the structural elements of art to improve mark making and/or the organizational principles of design in a composition from observation, research, and/or imagination. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Advanced Placement Studio Art: 2-D | 0109320 Prerequisite: Two-Dimensional Studio Art 3 Honors or Teacher Recommendation The AP Studio Art portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. Students submit portfolios for evaluation at the end of the school year. AP Studio Art students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate the artistic skills and ideas they have developed, refined, and applied over the course of the year to produce visual compositions. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12


World Languages

Important: The Florida State University System requires two years of the same World language to meet admission requirements. We recommend college bound students complete their World language courses as soon as possible. If you would like to learn American Sign Language, Chinese, or other World Language not offered at PHS, view the list of online World Language courses at www.flvs.net/online-courses/world-languages French 1 | 0701320 Prerequisite: None French 1 introduces students to the target language and its culture. The student will develop communicative skills in all 3 modes of communication and cross-cultural understanding. Emphasis is placed on proficient communication in the language. An introduction to reading and writing is also included as well as culture, connections, comparisons, and communities. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 French 2 | 0701330 Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1 French 2 reinforces the fundamental skills acquired by the students in French 1. The course develops increased listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as cultural awareness. Specific content to be covered is a continuation of listening and oral skills acquired in French 1. Reading and writing receive more emphasis, while oral communication remains the primary objective. The cultural survey of the target language-speaking people is continued. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 French 3 Honors | 0701340 Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 2 French 3 provides mastery and expansion of skills acquired by the students in French 2. Specific content includes, but is not limited to, expansions of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions of selected readings. Contemporary vocabulary stresses activities which are important to the everyday life of the target language-speaking people. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 German 1 | 0702320 Prerequisite: None German 1 introduces students to the target language and its culture. The student will develop communicative skills in all 3 modes of communication and cross-cultural understanding. Emphasis is placed on proficient communication in the language. An introduction to reading and writing is also included as well as culture, connections, comparisons, and communities. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 German 2 | 0702330 Prerequisite: Successful completion of German 1 German 2 reinforces the fundamental skills acquired by the students in German 1. The course develops increased listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as cultural awareness. Specific content to be covered is a continuation of listening and oral skills acquired in German 1. Reading and writing receive more emphasis, while oral communication remains the primary objective. The cultural survey of the target language-speaking people is continued. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12


German 3 Honors | 0702340 Prerequisite: Successful completion of German 2 German 3 provides mastery and expansion of skills acquired by the students in German 2. Specific content includes, but is not limited to, expansions of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions of selected readings. Contemporary vocabulary stresses activities which are important to the everyday life of the target language-speaking people. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Spanish 1 | 0708340 Prerequisite: None Spanish 1 introduces students to the target language and its culture. The student will develop communicative skills in all 3 modes of communication and cross-cultural understanding. Emphasis is placed on proficient communication in the language. An introduction to reading and writing is also included as well as culture, connections, comparisons, and communities. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Spanish 2 | 0708350 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1 Spanish 2 reinforces the fundamental skills acquired by the students in Spanish 1. The course develops increased listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as cultural awareness. Specific content to be covered is a continuation of listening and oral skills acquired in Spanish 1. Reading and writing receive more emphasis, while oral communication remains the primary objective. The cultural survey of the target language-speaking people is continued. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Advanced Placement Spanish Language | 0708400 Prerequisite: Spanish 3 Honors The AP Spanish Language and Culture course takes a holistic approach to language proficiency and recognizes the complex interrelatedness of comprehension and comprehensibility, vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. Students should learn language structures in context and use them to convey meaning. In standards-based world language classrooms, the instructional focus is on function and not the examination of irregularity and complex grammatical paradigms about the target language. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Advanced Placement Spanish Literature and Culture | 0708410 Prerequisite: Spanish 3 Honors or AP Spanish Language The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts (short stories, novels, poetry, and essays) from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and United States Hispanic literature. Students continue to develop proficiencies across the full range of the modes of communication (interpersonal, presentational, and interpretive), honing their critical reading and analytical writing skills. Literature is examined within the context of its time and place, as students reflect on the many voices and cultures present in the required readings. The course also includes a strong focus on cultural connections and comparisons, including exploration of various media (e.g., art, film, articles, and literary criticism). Credits: 1.0 | 11-12

NOTE: Students can earn the Seal of Biliteracy at graduation for completing advanced coursework in World Languages. See p. 10 for details.


Career and Technical Education

Career Academies A Career Academy is a small learning community within our high school that provides rigorous and relevant instruction focused on preparation for both the workplace and college. A Career Academy is comprised of a cluster of students who have some of the same teachers for at least two years, and who share several classes each year. Students will become progressively more knowledgeable about their intended career field. Academies combine a college-preparatory curriculum with a career theme. Our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs include a sequence of 3 or 4 high school courses taken in addition to the academic core classes of (math, science, English, and social studies. Academic courses are linked with technical courses that focus on the academy’s field of work. Students completing both the academic requirements and a CTE program have the advantage of graduating from high school prepared for college and the workplace. Many CTE students are enrolled in Career Academies at Poinciana High School. The following pages outline the course progressions and industry certifications that can be earned by students as they progress through the pathway. NOTE: Industry Certifications attest to the student’s knowledge and preparation for entering the workforce, should they seek employment before or during college. Career Pathways In the Osceola School District, Career Pathways is designed to provide students a seamless pathway from middle school, through high school, and into post-secondary education. A Career Pathway prepares students for success in each of these options, as well as a desired career field. Poinciana High School provides a wide variety of Career Pathways (Career and Technical Education or CTE) programs for students. Students who complete a Career Pathway program develop the employability and technical skills required by employers in today’s globally competitive marketplace.


Advanced Placement (AP)

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are recommended for outstanding students. These courses are very challenging and are taught on a college level. There may be extensive outside assignments and reading involved in these courses. The work you do in AP will help you develop skills and study habits that will be vital in college. Colleges recognize that applicants with AP experiences are much better prepared for the demands of college courses. Admissions officers are aware of the difficulty of AP courses and exams. Students who earn a 3 or better on the AP exam at the end of the course can earn college credit. (Each college has a unique acceptance policy for AP credits so it is strongly recommended that you review the policy for the college you wish to attend.) What do I need to succeed in AP?

1. Desire, motivation and ability in selected content area 2. Willingness to do more than the minimum 3. Excellent work ethic 4. Good time management skills 5. Ability to read perceptively and independently 6. Ability to write clear, concise essays

If you are committed to participating actively in an AP class and doing the out-of-class assignments, you have met a major prerequisite for success. Should I take an AP course and risk getting a lower grade? The grade you receive may be as good or better than one you would have earned in an honors course, because the weight given to grades in AP courses compensates for the increased difficulty. An AP course gives you an opportunity to learn a subject in greater depth.

Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses cannot be dropped after registration. Please schedule carefully as these are college courses with a heavy workload.

Advanced Placement Courses Offered at Poinciana High School

English Math Science Social Studies AP English Language and Composition

AP Calculus AB AP Biology AP European History

AP English Literature and Composition

AP Calculus BC AP Chemistry AP Human Geography

AP Statistics AP Environmental Science

AP United States Government

AP Physics 1: Algebra Based

AP United States History

AP Psychology AP World History


Arts World Language Other AP Studio Art 2-D/Drawing AP French AP Capstone Research AP Music Theory AP German AP Capstone Seminar AP Spanish Language AP Computer Science Principles AP Spanish Literature

The course descriptions for Advanced Placement courses are located on the College Board site at https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses. ADVANCED PLACEMENT SCHOLARS (AP Scholar) PROGRAM The Advanced Placement Scholars Program is part of the nationwide Advanced Placement Program. Successful students have the ability to earn special recognition from College Board for their achievements:

Advanced Placement Scholar: Granted to students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams.

AP Scholar with Honor: Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.

AP Scholar with Distinction: Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.

AP State Scholar: Granted to the one female and one male student in each U.S. state and the District of Columbia with scores of 3 or higher on the greatest number of exams (at least three exams), and then the highest average score (at least 3.5) on all AP Exams taken.

National AP Scholar: Granted to students in the United States who receive an average score of at least 4 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams.

AP Capstone Diploma Option By invitation or application only. The AP Capstone Diploma Option is designed for students in 11th and 12th grade. Students will create and present several oral and written arguments and informative pieces. Students who successfully complete Seminar, Research, and 4 other AP courses during the high school career will earn an AP Capstone Diploma at graduation. This program is competitive with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at other high schools. AP Capstone Seminar | 1700500 Prerequisite: By invitation or application AP Seminar is a yearlong course that has students investigate real-world issues from multiple perspectives. Students learn to synthesize information from different sources, develop their own lines of reasoning in research-based written essays, and design and deliver oral and visual presentations, both individually and as part of a team. Credits: 1.0 | 11 AP Capstone Research | 1700510 Prerequisite: By invitation or application AP Research allows students to explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this exploration, students design, plan, and conduct a yearlong research-based investigation to address a research question. In the AP Research course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar course by understanding research methodology; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address a research question. Students explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of the development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of 4000-5000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense. Credits: 1.0 | 11


Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

The Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program has a simple goal: to prepare 100% of AVID students for acceptance into a 4-year college or university. AVID is designed for high school students to meet the rigorous admissions requirements of 4-year colleges and universities. Students will enroll in several college preparatory classes and a year-long AVID elective course. In the AVID elective, students are taught the fundamental skills needed for success:

Study skills and Cornell note taking Time management Problem-solving and Coping skills Motivational strategies Writing and research skills College application process Financial aid and scholarships College admissions tests (SAT and ACT) Students also learn about colleges and universities

The AVID Program at Poinciana High School is the driving force behind many of the instructional shifts happening at PHS. In 2020, Poinciana High School was named an AVID National Demonstration School. Students are required to apply to the AVID Program. Application materials are available on the PHS website.

AVID Course Sequence

Advancement Via Individual Determination 1 | 1700390 Prerequisite: AVID Application Process and Acceptance For students new to AVID, or for those with previous experience from middle grades, the 9th grade AVID Elective course will serve as a review of the AVID philosophy and strategies. Students will work on academic and personal goals and communication, while adjusting to the high school setting. Students will increase awareness of their personal contributions to their learning, as well as their involvement in their school and community. There is an emphasis on analytical and thesis writing. Students will work in collaborative settings, learning how to participate in collegial discussions and use sources to support their ideas and opinions. Students will prepare for and participate in college entrance and placement exams, while refining study skills and test taking, note taking, and research techniques. They will take an active role in field trip and guest speaker preparations and presentations. Their college research will include financial topics and building their knowledge on colleges and careers of interest. Credits: 1.0 | 9 Advancement via Individual Determination 2 | 1700400 Prerequisite: Advancement via Individual Determination 1 Students in the 10th grade AVID Elective course will refine the AVID strategies to meet their independent needs and learning styles. Students will continue to refine and adjust their academic learning plans and goals, increasing awareness of their actions and behaviors. As students increase the rigorous course load and school/community involvement, they will refine their time management and study skills accordingly. Students will expand their writing portfolio to include: analyzing prompts, supporting arguments and claims, character analysis and detailed reflections. Students will also analyze various documents, in order to participate in collaborative discussions and develop leadership skills in those settings. Students will expand their vocabulary use, continuing to prepare for college entrance exams and preparation. Text analysis will focus on specific strategies to understand complex texts. Lastly, students will narrow down their college and careers of interest, based on personal interests and goals. Credits: 1.0 | 10


Advancement via Individual Determination 3 | 1700410 Prerequisite: Advancement via Individual Determination 2 The 11th grade AVID Elective course is the first part in a junior/senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first- and second-year college students. This course is organized around the theme of “Leadership as a Catalyst for Change in Society.” Students study, in depth, exceptional leaders in contemporary society and examine the effect these individuals have had on culture, politics, education, history, science and the arts. The course requires that students read essays, speeches, articles and letters by these leaders, as well as at least one full-length work by the leader or about the leader. Also, each student is required to conduct a research project that is presented in the senior year. In addition to the academic focus of the AVID seminar, there are college-bound activities, methodologies and tasks that should be undertaken during the junior year to support students as they apply to four-year universities and confirm their postsecondary plans. Credits: 1.0 | 11 Advancement via Individual Determination 4 | 1700420 Prerequisite: Advancement via Individual Determination 3 The AVID Elective 12th grade course is the second part in a junior/senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first- and second-year college students. This course continues around the theme of “Leadership as a Catalyst for Change in Society.” Students will complete a final research essay project from research conducted in their junior year in AVID. In addition to the academic focus of the AVID senior seminar, there are college-bound activities, methodologies and tasks that should be achieved during the senior year that support students as they apply to four- year universities and confirm their postsecondary plans. All AVID seniors are required to develop and present a portfolio representing their years of work in the AVID program, as well as complete the requirements for the seminar course. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Ascend Academy

Goal: 100% acceptance into top 20 Colleges or Universities in the United States The Ascend Academy at Poinciana High School is for students focused on ascending to new heights in their high school education. Ascend students will take the most rigorous coursework one can engage in during the high school years. With a major focus on Advanced Placement courses and the AP Capstone Diploma, students in the Ascend Academy will join some of the nation’s most academically competitive students in applying to elite Colleges and Universities. The Ascend Academy will offer students the opportunity to earn the AP Capstone Diploma. The AP Capstone is a College Board Program that equips students with the independent research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges. It cultivates curious, independent, and collaborative scholars and prepares them to make logical evidence-based decisions. AP Capstone is comprised of two courses – AP Seminar and AP Research – and designed to complement and enhance discipline specific study in other AP courses. It allows students to engage in unique research opportunities or to master argument-based writing skills that the AP Capstone program develops. Students who score a three or higher on AP Seminar and AP Research in addition to 4 other AP Exams will receive the AP Capstone Diploma. NOTE: This program requires completion of a separate application, which can be located on the PHS website.


Athletic Training Program

The Poinciana High School Athletic Training Program is designed for juniors and seniors who have an interest in a Sports Medicine career field. The ATP is a two-year program that offers students a curriculum focused on athletic injuries, treatment and prevention. Students will also become CPR and First Aid Certified in their first year of the ATP. The second year of the ATP focuses on a clinical experience with students working alongside Poinciana High School’s Certified Athletic Trainer. Coursework includes a focus on athletic injuries, treatment and prevention, but extends the learning to the athletic fields in clinical experiences.

ATP Course Sequence

Grade 11

Anatomy and Physiology Honors | 2003390 First Aid and Safety | 0800320 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 1502490

Grade 12 Athletic Training Internship | 1700320 – Research 3

First Aid and Safety | 0800320 Prerequisite: Placement This course provides a basic overview of the causes and preventions of unintentional injuries, appropriate emergency responses to those injuries and crisis response planning. Safety education should include cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED), first aid for obstructed airway, and injury prevention. Credits: 0.5 | 11 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 1502490 Prerequisite: Placement The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop knowledge of the anatomy and physiology related to athletic injuries and skills related to the nature, prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. The content should include, but not be limited to the following: safety practices, rules, terminology, and history of the sports/activities, correct techniques in performing skills, consumer issues, and benefits of participation, fitness activities, and fitness assessments. The content of the course should include but not limited to such things as injury prevention, anatomy and physiology related to athletic injuries, conditioning methods, identification, management, rehabilitation, athletic training, career opportunities, benefits of knowing issues pertaining to athletic injuries. The purpose of this course is to acquire knowledge and skills relating to the nature, prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for current and future recreational pursuits. Credits: 0.5 | 11 Athletic Training Internship | 1700320 – Research 3 Prerequisite: ATP First Year & invitation by Athletic Trainer The purpose of this course is for students to have the opportunity to use skills acquired in Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries and First Aid and Safety. Students will be required to participate in after school practices for on the job training of skills learned. Students will need to provide their own transportation as well as time in order to fulfill duties outside of classroom. Credits: 1.0 | 12


Dual Enrollment Options

Students have an option to enroll in Dual Enrollment opportunities through Osceola Technical College (oTECH), Valencia College, University of Central Florida, or University of Florida, while still a student at PHS. Students in the DE Program take a mix of high school and college courses, or a full schedule of college courses. Students accepted in to the DE Program will earn high school and college credit simultaneously. oTECH Admission Requirements http://www.osceolaschools.net/oTECH

Test Scores PERT SAT ACT Reading 106 440 19 Math 114 440 19 English 103 17

GPA 2.5 unweighted Poinciana oTECH campus options- Pharmacy Technician, Medical Coder & Biller, Medical Assisting (day classes only), Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide/Phlebotomy University of Central Florida Admission Requirements www.ucf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/dual-enrollment-early-admission/

Test Scores SAT ACT Critical Reading and Math 1330 28 composite

GPA – 3.8 recalculated weighted GPA (core classes only) University of Florida Admission Requirements https://dualenrollment.dce.ufl.edu/about/

Test Scores SAT ACT PSAT Critical Reading and Math 1100 22 1130

GPA – 3.6 unweighted. Must be junior or senior status. Valencia College Admission Requirements https://valenciacollege.edu/admissions/dual-enrollment/

Test scores PERT SAT ACT Reading 106 440 19 Math 114/123 440/500 19/21 English 103 17

GPA – 3.0 unweighted You can register for up to 4 courses (13 credit hours) each Fall and Spring term; and 2 courses (7 credit hours) for the Summer term.


Naval Sciences (JROTC) and Military Training

We are proud to offer our students the opportunity to serve as cadets in our NJROTC Program at PHS. The NJROTC Program instills a sense of pride and discipline as students immerse themselves in curriculum provided by the United States Navy Cadets in the NJROTC not only learn their curriculum, but also participate in drill sessions once a week with their fellow cadets. Naval Science 1 | 1802300 Prerequisite: None The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the precepts of citizenship, the elements of leadership, and the value of scholarship in attaining life goals. This course will also enable students to develop appreciation for the heritage and traditions of America, to recognize the importance of the role of sea power in America’s future, and to develop a sense of pride in his/her organization, associates, and self. These elements are pursued at a fundamental level. Credits: 1.0 | 9-12 Naval Science 2 | 1802310 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Naval Science 1 The purpose of this course is to engender a sound appreciation of the heritage and traditions of America, with recognition that the historically significant role of sea power will be important in America's future. This course will also enable students to develop a sense of pride in his/her organization, associates, and self. This course will further enable students to develop understanding of maritime geography as it relates to our natural resources, landforms, climate, soil, bodies of water, people, governments, the military, and geopolitics. Credits: 1.0 | 10-12 Naval Science 3 | 1802320 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Naval Science 2 The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop understanding the importance of sea power and national security, naval operations and support functions, military law, international law, and the sea. This course will also enable students to develop understanding of the technical area of naval science study. Credits: 1.0 | 11-12 Naval Science 4 | 1802330 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Naval Science 4 The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop leadership skills including knowledge of individual needs and group dynamics, leadership principles and responsibilities, and effective communication strategies. Credits: 1.0 | 12 NOTE: One year of Naval Science will count toward the 1 credit Fine Arts graduation requirement set by the Florida DOE. Two years of Naval Science will count toward the 1 credit Physical Education graduation requirement set by the Florida DOE.


Automotive Service Technology Pathway

The Automotive Service Technology pathway introduces students to the fundamentals of the automotive industry. The program integrates academic and technical aspects of automotive service, along with planning, management, finance, safety, labor and product skills.

Automotive Course

Grade 09 #9504100 Automotive Maintenance + Light Repair 1




Industry Certifications

ASE

Building Construction Technology Pathway The Building Construction Technology Pathway prepares students for employment opportunities in building trades through technical instruction in the classroom, experiential education through the laboratory and personal development in student leadership organizations.

Construction Course I Construction Course II

Grade 09 Building Construction Technology 1 #8720310



Grade 12 Building Construction Technology 4 #8720340 DE / oTECH


National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)


The Academy of Business and Entrepreneurship

The Osceola Business Academy at Poinciana High School

Launched in 2020, the Academy of Business and Entrepreneurship is a 3-4 year magnet program with possible dual enrollment options with Valencia College campus. The Osceola Business Academy will bridge the gap between theory and practice for future entrepreneurs and innovators. Students will engage in business models, ownership, and business law. The students in this program will be able to develop a business plan and engage with local business owners on a small and large scale to pitch and possibly develop a business of their own.

Course Progression and Industry Certifications

Academy of Business and Entrepreneurship

Grade 9

Grade 10 #8812110 Principles of Entrepreneurship

Grade 11 #8812000 Business Ownership

Grade 12 #8812120 Business Management and Law On the Job Training/Dual Enrollment via Valencia

Industry Certifications - Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word, Excel, PowerPoint NOTE: This program requires completion of a separate application.


The Academy of Culinary Design & Operations

The Academy of Culinary Design & Operations is designed to introduce students to the fundamental skills in culinary arts. Academic and technical studies will be integrated, emphasizing and building proficiency in food production and cooking, cost control, nutrition and sanitation, and workplace safety. Practical work experience will stress sanitation and safety, and include quantity cooking, baking, menu development and preparation. Upon completion of this program, students will have the opportunity to earn industry certification.

Culinary Arts Course

Grade 09 #8800510 Culinary Arts 1





Certified Food Protection Manager (ServSafe) ProStart


The Academy of Financial Services

The Academy of Financial Services is designed to prepare students to be successful financial professionals. Students will gain knowledge to prepare for meaningful careers and to build personal wealth. AOF students learn hands-on bank operations through the Addition Financial branch right on our campus.

Course Progressions and Industry Certifications

Academy of Financial Services

Grade 09 #8203310 Accounting Applications 1

Grade 10 #8203320 Accounting Applications 2

Grade 11 #8203310 Accounting Applications 3 #8815130 CFE Financial Internship

Grade 12 # Financial Operations #8815130 CFE Financial Internship


MOS Certification – Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Leadership Skills Development 1) QuickBooks Certification (Accounting 2)

Partners in Education


The Academy of Health and Medical Sciences

The Academy of Health and Medical Sciences is designed to give students an overview of the healthcare industry and insight into the critical role that healthcare providers play. The Academy provides students with the medical skills and training necessary to succeed in post-secondary healthcare career education and/or to successfully transition into the healthcare workforce. The intense clinical and laboratory experience is conducted at area hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Nursing Assistant Students in the Nursing Assistant Career Pathway will need to be enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology in their junior year which runs concurrently with Health Science 2.

Course Progression and Industry Certifications

Academy of Health and Medical Sciences

Grade 10 #8417100 Health Science Anatomy & Physiology

Grade 11 #8417110 Health Science Foundations

Grade 12 #8417211 Nursing Assistant 3 (yearlong course) #8427130 EKG Technician

Industry Certifications - EKG Technician


The Academy of Media Marketing Management: Choice Program

The Poinciana High School Academy of Media Marketing Management (MMM) will take students through a high school course progression that serves as a launching point for a college or career plan in one of the following areas of Video Production, Graphic Design, Journalism, or Promotional Enterprise. MMM students will be prepared through the acquisition of industry certifications in combination with an internship in their selected track area. All tracks will work in a cooperative manner in the creation of broadcasted videos, yearbook, school webpage, school newspaper, and promotional items.

Promotional Enterprise Pathway Promotional Enterprise Course Promotional Enterprise Course

Grade 09 Custom Promotional Layout Design #8217110

Grade 10 Promotional Design Management #8217120

Grade 11 Custom Promotional Sales and Distribution Management #8217130

Grade 12 Promotional Business Management and Supervision 1 #8217150

DE or TECO


Adobe Photoshop Design (Acquired in Digital Information Technology) Adobe Illustrator (Acquired in Custom Promotional Layout Design) Adobe Dream Weaver (Acquired in Promotional Design Management) Adobe Flash (Acquired in Custom Promotional Sales and Distribution Management) Adobe InDesign


The Academy of Media Marketing Management (cont.)

Journalism Pathway

Journalism Course

Grade 09 Journalism 1 #1006300

Grade 10 Industrial Communication (yearbook) #877110

Grade 11 Journalism 3 #1006320

Grade 12 Journalism 4 (newspaper) #1006330


none

Video Production Pathway

Video Production Course

Grade 09 Digital Video Production #8772410

Grade 10 Digital Production 2 #8772420




Adobe: Premier Pro


STEM Pathway Digital Information Technology | 8207310 Prerequisite: None This course is designed to provide an introduction to information technology concepts and careers as well as the impact information technology has on the world, people, and industry and basic web design concepts. The content includes information technology career research; operating systems and software applications; electronic communications including e-mail and Internet services. Advanced IT | 9007610 Prerequisite: None This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current business and information systems and trends, and to introduce students to fundamental skills required for today's business and academic environments. Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental computer skills. The intention of this course is to prepare students to be successful both personally and professionally in an information-based society. The course includes exploration and use of databases, the internet, spreadsheets, presentation applications, management of personal information and email, word processing and document manipulation. AP Computer Science Principles |2003350 Prerequisite: Digital Information Technology and Advanced IT AP Computer Science Principles is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures. Students develop innovative computational artifacts using the same creative processes artists, writers, computer scientists, and engineers use to bring ideas to life.


Academic Terms to Know

Advanced Placement (AP): AP courses are college-level classes taught in the high school following guidelines and covering material that will instruct students in AP subject areas and should prepare them to take Advanced Placement tests offered by The College Board. Community Service: Volunteer (un-paid) work intended to help people in an area/community. These hours should be reported to your counselor to be recorded and added into your student record. Dual Enrollment (DE): An acceleration program that allows high school students to enroll to take college courses while still in high school. Students will earn credits towards a college degree and also earn high school credit. Career Dual Enrollment: is a specific form of dual enrollment in which students enroll in postsecondary courses that lead to an industry certification. Career dual enrollment is available to students in public schools, home education, and private high schools. Extracurricular Activities: What do you like to do in your free time? You should define your extracurricular activities in broad terms—many students make the mistake of thinking of them solely as school-sponsored groups such as yearbook, band or football. Not so. Most community and family activities are also "extracurricular" (travel, singing, reading, religious activities). Grade Point Average (GPA): Quantitative measure of a student's grades. The GPA is figured by averaging the numerical value of a student's grades. It is cumulative, starting freshman year with grades counting every year. For a “weighted” GPA, Honors classes add 0.5 to the grade calculation for a course, while AP and Dual Enrollment courses receive an added 1.0 increase for the course. Prerequisite: A requirement that must be completed beforehand.

Recommendations: Statements or letters of endorsement written on a student’s behalf. These are often used for applications for college, scholarships, volunteering or employment. Transcript: This is the official document containing the record of a student’s academic performance and testing history throughout their entire high school career.

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Important Reminders for Every Year

High school is not only about grades. Make every year count!

My Postsecondary Goal: ___________________________ My Career Goal: _____________________

Senior Year - Class of 2022 minimum 18 credits completed

Check to see if you have met college admission requirements (ACT/SAT/GPA).

Make sure that you are on track for Bright Futures and other scholarships.

Continue participating in extracurricular activities and completing community service.

Pay attention to announcements for college visits and admissions deadlines.

Research military and career alternatives.

There is still time to enroll in a Dual Enrollment course.

(in addition to Junior Year list)

Sophomore Year - Class of 2024 minimum 5 credits completed

Your GPA is important this year for future planning.

Research college, military and career options and their requirements.

Get involved in an extracurricular club or sport.

Continue working on community service hours.

You must pass the 10th grade FSA ELA test in the Spring in order to graduate.

If you are interested in Dual Enrollment speak with your guidance counselor (February).

(in addition to Freshman Year list)

Junior Year - Class of 2023 minimum 11 credits completed

Register for the ACT and/or SAT tests. Continue participating in extracurricular

activities and completing community service.

Track your Bright Futures Scholarship progress (GPA, scores, hours).

Your GPA at the end of this year will be used for your college applications.

If you are interested in Dual Enrollment speak with your guidance counselor.

Get to know teachers and counselors so they can get to know you. Later they will be more willing to write recommendation letters for you.

(in addition to Sophomore Year list)

Freshman Year - Class of 2025 This is an important year for your GPA;

make sure that you are earning A’s and B’s. Good grades are needed for college admission.

Start a list of possible post-secondary options (military, tech, college/ university, career).

Do your best on the PSAT. This is a good indicator of how you need to score on the SAT and ACT later on. Use khanacademy.org for extra practice.

Start your community service hours for scholarships. The sooner you start, the more you’ll earn throughout your high school years.

Get involved in an extracurricular club or sport.

Check Your Graduation Progress

Are you making progress toward graduation? Take a moment to check off which requirements you have already met. Keep checking back after completing each semester, or whenever you receive your latest test scores.

Each box represents ½ credit (1 semester) in the required subject.

ENGLISH (4 credits)

MATH (4 credits)

SCIENCE (3 credits)

WORLD HISTORY U.S. HISTORY

U.S. GOVERNMENT ECONOMICS

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS P.E./PERSONAL FITNESS

ELECTIVE____________________ ELECTIVE____________________




ONLINE COURSE TAKEN MINIMUM 2.0 GPA

PASS FSA ELA PASS BIOLOGY EOC

PASS ALGEBRA EOC PASS GEOMETRY EOC

Admission to colleges and universities is competitive.

Remember, 2 years of a World Language are not required for graduation, but are required for entrance to a 4-year college, the Florida

Bright Futures Scholarship, and the Scholar Diploma.

Plan ahead to make sure you meet all requirements for college entrance, NCAA athletics, and military enlistment.

The stronger your application is, (academic courses, test scores, involvement and community service) the better chances you have of being accepted into the

university of your choice.

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