Sacred Heart High School

Religious Formation, Academic Excellence, & Social Development

Course Offerings 2016-2017

Sacred Heart High School1

114 Trojan Lane Ville Platte, LA 70586(337) 363-1475 Fax (337) 363-0348

www.shsvp.com

Father Jason VidrineMrs. Diane Fontenot, Principal

Mrs. Dawn Shipp, Assistant High School Principal

If you need information concerning:

Athletics Mr. Joshua Harper Athletics Director (337) 363-6372Cafeteria Mrs. Lana Brown Cafeteria Manager (337) 363-3473Curriculum Mrs. Sheila Guillory Curriculum Director (337) 363-3183Development Mrs. Kim LeJeune Development Director (337) 363-8050Finances Mrs. Kathy Daire Bookkeeper (337) 363-3312General Mrs. Rita DeVille Receptionist (337) 363-1475

Mrs. Dessa LaHaye Administration Secretary (337) 363-4950

Guidance Services Mrs. Sadie Fontenot Guidance Counselor (337) 363-6722Library Mrs. Laura Daire Librarian (337) 363-7976Religion Department Mrs. Anne-Christine Jagneaux Religion Director (337) 363-1142Technology Mrs. Yvette Buller Technology Director (337) 363-1477

Sacred Heart School2

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Rooted in the mission of the school and designed to foster the achievement of the philosophy, mission, vision and goals of the school, Sacred Heart School is committed to providing the highest quality Catholic education for each student. Combining evidence-based methods and current best practices, we are dedicated to equipping our students with the tools necessary to be successful individuals who are responsible, life-long learners, effective communicators and problem solvers.

In preparation for the 2016-2017 school year, our faculty and staff have designed a program of studies which is guided by AdvancED, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the requirements of Louisiana Department of Education, the Louisiana Board of Regents college admissions requirements and the general entrance requirements of colleges, universities and career training programs. While maintaining the religion course requirement for all grade levels is a priority, Sacred Heart School is committed to guiding our students in selecting courses that will maximize their opportunities for continued growth in the future.

The 2016-2017 Course Offerings Guide provides a description of all courses, and prerequisites. Although information regarding TOPS is included, everyone is advised to periodically refer to the Louisiana Department of Education website, www.osfa.la.gov for updates.

A student’s schedule is subject to change to balance student enrollment in certain classes; as a result, students may not request specific teachers. Poor performance in a course, dislike of the sequence of courses and/or dislike of a teacher does not merit consideration for a change. The school will not consider a request for a change in the schedule unless one or more of the following conditions are met:

a. due to a scheduling error committed by the school;b. a student is completing an academic course, which substantially affects some scheduled course in the summer before the new school year;c. a student must take a course failed the previous school year and which was not available online as a summer-school session.

Creating a master schedule is a challenging task which requires the coordination of numerous factors and limitations; therefore, your cooperation in reviewing this guide, consulting with our guidance counselor making course selections carefully and adhering to the timeline provided will contribute to a smooth and successful scheduling process for everyone involved.

The attached schedule request forms are to be completed online and submitted by specified due date according to grade levels. If a schedule request is not submitted by this date and time, school personnel will complete the schedule to the best of their knowledge.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation,

SHS Administration

Table of Contents 3

Diploma Requirements……………………………………………. 5

Sacred Heart Honors Curriculum………………………………... 6

TOPS Requirements……………………………………………….. 9

TOPS TECH Requirements……………………………………….. 13

Course Descriptions………………………………………………… 14

FORMS

SHHS Four Year Plan…………………………………………. 24

Honors GPA Worksheet………………………………………. 25

Core & TOPS GPA Calculations……………………………… 26

TOPS Worksheet……………………………………………….. 27

TOPS TECH Worksheet………………………………………..28

Sacred Heart High SchoolDiploma Requirements 2016-2017

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To receive a diploma from Sacred Heart, students are required to: 1) complete a total of 8 semesters (4 years) in high school, 2) complete all the required religious service hours per year, 3) English I, II, III, IV are required ,4) successfully complete all of the academic requirements for one of the following diplomas:

Core 4 Basic Core SHS Honors This curriculum is for college

bound students. It is very similar to the TOPS

curriculum. Allows the student to enroll in a

4-year university directly out of high school.

Standard High School Diploma This does not follow the TOPS

curriculum, but it is similar to the TOPS TECH curriculum.

Students will not be able to directly enroll in a 4-year university after high school.

Students must attend a technical college or 2-year college before enrolling in a 4-year college.

Very similar to the Core 4 and TOPS curriculum.

In order for a student to be considered a candidate for the Sacred Heart School Honors Curriculum, the student must complete the 22 Honors classes with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. (Only the 22 classes will be averaged and GPA must be at least a 3.5)

Honors classes will be at a faster rate and more rigorous.

Religion – 4 UnitsReligious Studies I, II, III, IV

Religion – 4 UnitsReligious Studies I, II, III, IV

Religion – 4 UnitsReligious Studies I, II, III, IV

English – 4 UnitsEnglish I, II, III, IV

English – 4 UnitsEnglish I, II, III, IV

English – 4 UnitsEnglish I, II, III, IV

Mathematics – 4 Units Algebra I Algebra II Geometry Advanced Math I

Mathematics – 4 Units Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Financial Math

Mathematics – 4 Units Algebra I (H) Algebra II (H) Geometry (H) Advanced Math I (H)

Science – 4 Units Physical Science Biology I Chemistry I 1 unit from the following:

Biology II, Physics, or Environmental Science

Science – 3 Units Physical Science Biology I Chemistry I or Environmental Science

Science – 4 Units Physical Science (H) Biology I (H) Chemistry I (H) 1 unit from the following: Biology

II or Physics

Social Studies – 4 Units Civics World Geography U.S. History World History

Social Studies – 3 Units Civics U.S. History World Geography or World History

Social Studies – 4 Units Civics World Geography U.S. History (H) World History

Physical Education – 2 Units Physical Education – 2 UnitsForeign Language – 2 Units

2 units from the same foreign language (TOPS) or 2 units of speech (TOPS TECH)

No Foreign Language Needed Foreign Language – 2 Units 2 units from the same foreign

language

Arts – 1 Unit Art I or Fine Arts Survey

*A student can take honors classes without being in the honors curriculum. Example- A student is planning to go into a science related field after high school. The student can take Biology I (H) and/or Chemistry I (H) to better prepare himself for college, even though the student is not in the Honors Curriculum.

Electives- 3 Units Electives-8 Units

Total Credits - 28 Total Credits – 24-28 Total Credits - 22

Guidelines for placement into the Honors Program

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Placement into freshman courses is under the supervision of the Administration and Guidance Department. Students entering their freshman year will be placed into Honors classes using the following guidelines:

Criteria for Honors PlacementEnglish Standardized Tests Average (6th-8th) of:

English = 85 National Percentile or higherMeet Aspire Benchmark in English = 421Final Grade: 90% or higher

Science Standardized Tests Average (6th-8th) of: Science & Math = 85 National Percentile or higherMeet Aspire Benchmark in Science = 425 & Math= 422Final Grade: 90% or higher

Math Standardized Tests Average (6th-8th) of: 85 National Percentile or higher in MathMeet Aspire Benchmarks in Math = 422Final Grade: 90% or higher

Social Studies Standardized Tests Average (6th-8th) of: Reading = 85 National Percentile or higherMeet Aspire Benchmarks in Reading=423 Final Grade: 90% or higher

For students who wish to enter into the honors program after 8 th grade:

The student must meet the criteria on the chart above. Eighth grade teachers will complete the teacher recommendation form and return to the

guidance counselor. The administration and counselor will meet to evaluate the student’s grades and teacher

recommendations, with the final determination being made at the end of the school year. Parent and student must sign Honors Curriculum contract

To maintain honors status (Grades 9-12):

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The student must maintain an overall “B” average (3.0) or higher to be placed in the honors program for the following year.

If the student finishes a grading period with less than a “B” average, a warning letter will be sent to the parents/guardians by the Guidance Department. The warning letter will state that if the student continues to perform below a “B” average in other grading periods, the student will be removed from the honors program the following school year.

If the student has not achieved a “B” average on the final grading period, a confirmation letter will be sent home to the parents/guardians by the Administration. The confirmation letter states that the student will be placed in a regular level class the following school year because he/she was unable to attain a minimal “B” average.

For students who wish to take an honors class but not participate in the honors program:

The student must attain an overall minimal “B” average in the subject area the student wishes to take an honors course.

A teacher recommendation form is needed. If the student finishes a grading period with less than a “B” average, a warning letter will

be sent to the parents/guardians by the Guidance Department. The warning letter will state that if the student continues to perform below a “B” average in other grading periods, the student will be removed from the honors program the following school year.

If the student has not achieved a “B” average on the final grading period, a confirmation letter will be sent home to the parents/guardians by the Administration. The confirmation letter states that the student will be placed in a regular level class the following school year because he/she was unable to attain a minimal “B” average.

Honors’ Program Contract- After acceptance into the SHS Honors’ program, each student and parent will be asked to sign a contract accepting the responsibilities required by the school’s program.

SACRED HEART SCHOOLHONORS CURRICULUM

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Class of 2015-2017

In order for a student to be considered as a candidate for the Sacred Heart School Honors Curriculum, he/she must complete the following courses required with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher:

English I, II, III and IV Algebra I or Algebra I, Parts I and II (Class of 2016 only), Geometry (Honors), Algebra II (Honors), and

Advanced Math I (Honors) Civics, U.S. History (Honors), World Geography and World History Physical Science, Biology I (Honors), Chemistry I (Honors) and one of the following:

Biology II or Physics(In the event a student completes more than one of the 2 subjects mentioned, the course with the highest grade earned will be calculated for the Honors Curriculum.)

Religious Studies I, II, III and IV French I and II or Spanish I and II (Both units in the same language)

HONORS CURRICULUMClass of 2018 and thereafter

In order for a student to be considered as a candidate for the Sacred Heart School Honors Curriculum, he/she must complete the following courses required with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher:

English I-IV (Honors) Algebra I (Honors), Algebra II (Honors), Geometry (Honors), and Advanced Math I (Honors) U.S. History, World Geography, Civics and World History Physical Science(Honors), Biology I (Honors), Chemistry I (Honors) and one of the following:

Biology II or Physics(In the event a student completes more than one of the 2 subjects mentioned, the course with the highest grade earned will be calculated for the Honors Curriculum.)

Religious Studies I, II, III and IV French I and II or Spanish I and II (Both units in the same language)

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Louisiana’s Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) is a comprehensive program of state scholarships, and one of the most innovative and progressive student assistance programs in the nation.

TOPS has three award components:

TOPS Opportunity TOPS Performance TOPS Honors

Summary of the 3 TOPS categories:

TOPS Opportunity: - TOPS GPA of a 2.5 of higher on TOPS curriculum- ACT Composite Score of 20 or higher- Portion of tuition paid for 4 years- does not include lab fees,

books, or room and board

TOPS Performance: - TOPS GPA of a 3.0 or higher on TOPS curriculum - ACT Score of 23- Portion of tuition paid for 4 years plus $400 annually

TOPS Honors - TOPS GPA of a 3.0 or higher on TOPS curriculum - ACT score of 27- Portion of tuition paid for 4 years plus $800 annually

TOPS Requirements:

19 specific units (credits)-included in the Louisiana Core 4 Curriculum o 4 Englisho 4 Matho 4 Science o 4 Social Studieso 2 Foreign Languages (Both units in the same language)o 1 Art

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TOPS Core Curriculum For the Opportunity, Performance, and Honors Awards

For High School graduates of 2014 through 2017

Units COURSESENGLISH = 4 Units

4 units English I, II, III, IVMATH = 4 Units

1 unit Algebra I or Integrated Mathematics I or Algebra I Parts 1 &2 (two Units)

1 unit Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics II2 units Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Advanced Math-Pre-Calculus,

Calculus, Advanced Math-Functions and Statistics, Probability and Statistic, or Algebra III

SCIENCE = 4 Units1 unit Biology I1 unit Chemistry I 2 units Physical Science, Environmental Science, Biology II,

Chemistry II, Physics, Physics II, Anatomy and Physiologyor both Agriscience I & II (both for 1 unit)

SOCIAL STUDIES = 4 Units1 unit U.S. History1 unit Civics and Free Enterprise ( 1 unit combined)

Civics ( 1 year)2 units World History, Western Civilization, World Geography,

European HistoryFOREIGN LANGUAGE =

2 UNITS2 units Foreign Language (2 units in the same language)

FINE ARTS = 1 Unit1 unit Fine Arts Survey

or 1 unit of studio art or 1 unit of a performance course in theater, dance, or music or both Speech III & IV (both for 1 unit)

TOTAL = 19 Units

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TOPS Core Curriculum For the Opportunity, Performance, and Honors AwardsFor High School graduates of 2018 and thereafter

Units COURSESENGLISH = 4 Units

1 unit English I1 unit English II

1 unit from the following: English III, AP English Language Arts and Composition, or IB English III (Language A or Literature and Performance)

1 unit from the following: English IV, AP English Language Arts and Composition, or IB English IV (Language A or Literature and Performance)

MATH = 4 Units1 unit Algebra I

1 unit Geometry 1 unit Algebra II

(Integrated Mathematics I, Integrated Mathematics II, and Integrated Mathematics III may be substituted for the Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II sequence)

1 unit from the following: Algebra III; Advanced Math – Functions and Statistics, Advanced Math- Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus, or IB Math Methods I (Mathematical Studies SL); Calculus, AP Calculus AB, or IB Math Methods II (Mathematics SL); AP Calculus BC; Probability and Statistics or AP Statistics; IB Further Mathematics HL; IB Mathematics HL

SCIENCE = 4 Units1 unit Biology I1 unit Chemistry I

2 units from the following: Earth Science; Environmental Science; Physical Science; Agriscience I and Agriscience II (one unit combined); Chemistry II, AP Chemistry, or IB Chemistry II; AP Environmental Science or IB Environmental Systems; Physics I, AP Physics B, or IB Physics I; AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, or IB Physics II; AP Physics I and AP Physics II; Biology II, AP Biology, or IB Biology II

SOCIAL STUDIES = 4 Units1 unit from the following: U.S. History, AP U.S. History, or IB U.S. History½ unit from the following: Government, AP U.S. Government and Politics: Comparative, or AP

U.S. Government and Politics: United States ½ unit from the following: Economics, AP Macroeconomics, or AP Microeconomics

(one unit of Civics may be substituted for the two ½ units above)2 units from the following: Western Civilization, European History, AP European History; World

Geography, AP Human Geography, or IB Geography; World History, AP World History, or IB World History; History of Religion; IB Economics

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE = 2 UNITS

2 units Foreign Language, both units in the same language, which may include the following: AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP French Language and Culture, AP German Language and Culture, AP Italian Language and Culture, AP Japanese Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Spanish Language and Culture, IB French IV, IB French V, IB Spanish IV, and IB Spanish V

FINE ARTS = 1 Unit1 unit from the following: Performance course in Music, Dance, or Theatre; Fine Arts Survey;

Art I, II, III, IV; Talented Art I, II, III, IV; Talented Music I, II, III, and IV; Talented Theatre Arts I, II, III, IV; Speech III and IV (one unit combined); AP Art History; AP Studio Art: Drawing; AP Music Theory; IB Film Study I; IB Film Study II; IB Music I; IB Music II; IB Art Design III; IB Art Design IV; or IB Theatre I

TOTAL = 19 Units

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TOPS Tech Core Curriculum The TOPS TECH Award was created by the Louisiana Legislature with the sole intention of promoting a skilled workforce in Louisiana.

Offered to qualified high school graduates Provides up to two years of tuition assistance for skill or occupational training- Community College (LSUE,

BRCC, Sowela, & SLCC) or Technical College 2.5 GPA or higher ACT Composite Score of 17 or higher

Units COURSES3 Units English I, II, III1 Unit English IV, Business English or Senior Applications in English1 Unit Algebra I, or Algebra I Part 1 & 2 (two units); Applied Algebra I or Applied

Mathematics I and II (two units)2 Units Geometry, Applied Mathematics III, Algebra II, Math Essentials, Financial

Mathematics, Advanced Math-Pre-Calculus, Advanced Math-Functions and Statistics, Pre-Calculus or Algebra III (Integrated Mathematics I, II, II may be substituted for Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II, and shall be considered the equivalent of the 3 required math units)

1 Unit Biology2 Unit Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Integrated

Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Physics I, Physics II, Physics for Technology, Anatomy and Physiology or Agriscience I & II (both for 1 unit)

1 Unit U.S. History1 Unit CIVICS1 Unit World History, Western Civilization, World Geography, European History or AP

Human Geography Option 1

1 Unit Fine Arts Survey ( or substitute two units of performance courses in music, dance or theatre; or two units of visual art; or two units of studio art; or a career/technical studies course approved by Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE); or substitute one unit of an elective from among the other subjects listed in this core curriculum) or Speech III and IV (two units)

2 Units Foreign Language, Technical Writing, Speech I or Speech II1 Unit Computer education program of studies approved by BESE

TOTAL: 17 unitsOption 2

4 Units A career major comprised of a sequence of related specialty course and approved for the school by BESE. For a complete list of majors and courses, please go to http;//www.louisianabelieves.com/docs/course-choice/2013-2014-career-and-technical-education-area-of-concentration-guide.pdf?sfvrsn=2

1 Unit Related or technical field course1 Unit Basic computer course

TOTAL: 19 units

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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Sacred Heart School reserves the right to modify or cancel all courses listed in the Course Offerings booklet.

Students’ schedules may be revised if there is an error in placement or too few students register.

*ALL high school students must successfully complete Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry & one additional unit of math to graduate. Some math courses require prerequisites, while others can be taken in various sequences.

ALGEBRA I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: None

This course includes the addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of real numbers and polynomials. Techniques of solving, writing, and graphing linear equations and inequalities are included. Introduction to solving systems of linear equations and inequalities and manipulations involving exponents and exponential functions are developed. Methods to solve quadratic equations and factoring polynomials complete this course.

ALGEBRA I (Honors)(TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Scheduling Committee Approval

This course is an advanced study of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of real numbers and polynomials. Techniques of simplifying first and second degree polynomials, as well as techniques of problem solving (word problems), are developed. Simplification of rational expressions, a preliminary discussion of ideas relating to geometry, the solution of equations, and an introduction to irrational numbers are included.

ALGEBRA II (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Algebra I

Course includes solving and graphing linear quadratic and polynomial equations, inequalities, radicals and rational equations; imaginary numbers and composite and inverse functions; use of a scientific calculator while underlying mathematical concepts.

ALGEBRA II (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Algebra I (Honors)

This course is designed for those who have successfully completed Algebra I (H) and is the study of all topics covered in Algebra II while at a more rigorous and advanced level. Topics also included are matrices, more rigorous system of equations, word problems, and more theory behind all the different topics.

GEOMETRY (TOPS)14

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Algebra II

This course covers the development of a logical mathematical system through the use of deductive reasoning. Students are taught the logic necessary to prove theorems. An in-depth study of coordinate geometry is covered.

GEOMETRY (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Algebra II (Honors)

This course is designed for those who have successfully completed Algebra II (H). Geometry topics are integrated while at the same time there is a strong emphasis on advanced algebra skills. The basic trigonometry functions are introduced as well as polar coordinates.

ADVANCED MATH I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Geometry and Algebra II

This course provides the mathematical background needed to help students in general college algebra courses, the utilization of a graphing calculator and underlying mathematical concepts.

ADVANCED MATH I (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Geometry (Honors) and Algebra II (Honors)

A more rigorous course of study which provides the mathematical background needed to help students in general college algebra courses with the utilization of a graphing calculator

FINANCIAL MATH (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Algebra I

This course introduces terminology, application of basic math skills and use of common mathematical formulas relating to personal and business mathematical applications.

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*All students must pass Physical Science and Biology I before attempting other science courses.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: None

Physical Science includes an introduction to basic chemistry and physics. Topics covered in lab and class include the study of matter, the metric system, motion and force, work, conservation and transformation of energy, heat, waves, sound, light , electricity and magnetism. Students will develop inquiry and problem solving skills within the context of scientific investigation. Students will apply what they learn to everyday situations by conducting investigations and formulating and testing their own hypothesis.

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PHYSCIAL SCIENCE (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Scheduling Committee Approval

Students will study introductory chemistry and physics. This course covers fundamental and in-depth concepts including force, motion, and interactions of matter, energy, structure and properties of matter. Students will learn the relationships between science and technology, and how science affects all life. Hands-on laboratory investigations, individual studies and group activities should constitute a major portion of the learning experience.

BIOLOGY I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Physical Science

Biology I topics include cellular biology, genetics, human anatomy, botany, invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, evolution and environment. Laboratory experience is part of the course.

BIOLOGY I (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1unitPrerequisite: Physical Science and Scheduling Committee Approval

Biology I Honors emphasizes laboratory study of plants and animals and their natural processes. Topics include cellular biology, histology, genetics, botany, microbiology, human anatomy, invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, evolution and environment.

CHEMISTRY I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Biology ICo-requisite: Algebra II

Chemistry I offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of modern chemistry. Emphasis is placed on atomic structure, the periodic table and its use, chemical formulas and equations, chemical bonding, gas laws, stoichiometry, behaviors of solutions, and acid/base/salt studies. Students in Informal Geometry may not schedule chemistry concurrently.

CHEMISTRY I (Honors) (TOPS)

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Biology ICo-requisite: Algebra II (Honors)

Chemistry I Honors offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of modern Chemistry but the approach is more in-depth and the emphasis is more on quantitative and problem solving skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (TOPS)

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Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Biology I

Course explores the principles of ecology; population dynamics; natural resources and their management; major pollution problems; the role of governing bodies in the environmental management and basic conservation practices. Course includes laboratory activities and independent research.

BIOLOGY II (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Biology I and Chemistry

This course is designed for students who have a strong interest in science. It is the second level biology course for college preparation. Students explore advanced topics in cellular biology, genetics, ecology, plant and animal anatomy and physiology. Research and advanced laboratory techniques are emphasized.

PHYSICS (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Geometry

Physics is a theoretical and mathematical science which covers motion, universal gravitation, forces, energy, waves, light and electricity. The student learns through participation and experimentation in classroom and laboratory experiences. The student develops and improves mathematical skills by problem-solving applications.

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U.S. HISTORY (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

American History is a college-preparatory course that includes a presentation of United States history from colonization through the twentieth century. Additional emphasis is placed on the application of critical thinking skills in the study of American history.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

World Geography presents an overview of the general principles of geography including the relationships between geography and world affairs. The course also includes the study of the physical world concepts of land forms, climates, oceans, and waterways. Economic and cultural aspects of human life are stressed.

WORLD HISTORY (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12

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Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: World Geography

World History covers the development of our society from its primitive beginnings to the present. Survey coverage is give to major world cultures with emphasis on Western civilization from the early river civilization of the Middle East, through the Greek and Roman periods to modern times.

CIVICS (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: World Geography

Civics is designed to develop a responsible citizen. The student studies how the national, state, and local governments work. The relationship between the Constitution of the United States and good citizenship is also studied.

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ENGLISH I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

This course focuses on literature selections, essay writing, proofreading, vocabulary and grammar usage while reading and analyzing short stories, poetry, nonfiction, drama, epics and novels. The content of the course follows the Common Core State Standards which are aligned to the expectations of colleges, workforce training programs and employers. ENGLISH II (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: English I

This course will delve deeper into creative thinking skills while following the Common Core State Standards. Students will focus on selections from world literature, essay writing with citations, proofreading and grammar usage with the reading and analyzing of short stories, poetry, nonfiction, drama, epics and novels.

ENGLISH III (TOPS)

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: English II

This course is a chronological and thematic survey of American literature and its correspondence to American history while adhering to the Common Core State Standards. Students will read and analyze short stories, poetry and novels such as The Great Gatsby, Death of a Salesman and A Streetcar Named Desire. Instruction and activities will also strive to deepen students’ comprehension through the writing of journals, Quick Writes and essays along with the creating of presentations.

ENGLISH IV (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: English III

This course provides a survey of world literature with a concentration on British literature while adhering to the Common Core State Standards. Students will read short stories, drama, poetry and novels such as Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, and Pygmalion in order to reveal the universality of World literature. Instruction and activities will also strive to deepen students’ comprehension through the writing of journals, Quick Writes and essays along with the creating of presentations.

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Each course uses two books throughout the year

RELIGIOUS STUDIES I

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

This course explores the relationship and complementarily that exist between human reason and Divine Revelation. It focuses on what Catholics believe, why they believe it, and why it is reasonable to believe it. Students will look varies books of the Bible and the importance of each event in salvation history.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES II

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: RELIGIOUS STUDIES I

This course breaks down the mysteries of God and the attributes associated with each of the Persons to help students understand its implications for living the Christian life. It focuses on the various ways God promised redemption throughout the Scriptures.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES III

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: RELIGIOUS STUDIES II

This course actively engages students in discussions, activities, and reviews that investigate the origin, nature, and effects of the efficacious signs of God’s grace that are the Church’s greatest treasures.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES IV

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: RELIGIOUS STUDIES III

This course actively engages students in discussion, activities, and reviews that investigate the roles of and relationship between human reason and divine faith in the Christian life.

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INTRO TO BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Based on GPA, TOPS TECH and Aspire Testing Scores

This introductory course is designed to teach the student how to key letters, numbers, and symbols as accurately and quickly as possible while using the proper technique. The course will also include various definitions and procedures pertaining to the computer and a word processing program. In addition to that various document processing formats, general spacing guidelines, grammar rules, plus other technology extras which will involve application work, online discussions and required readings will be covered.

PUBLICATIONS I (Yearbook) (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 12-limited seating

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Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: GPA, must return to school after graduation to complete yearbook, and be involved in extracurricular activities

Students will learn about journalistic writing while conducting interviews and composing stories, headlines, and captions. Students will practice editing skills. Students will be responsible for taking, scanning and editing pictures to be used in the yearbook.

BUSINESS ENGLISH (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 12-limited seatingCredit: 1 unitPrerequisite: English I, II, III, IV

This course is designed to provide students with the communication and writing skills needed in a business environment. The practical principles of grammar, punctuation and vocabulary needed in business communication and transactions are developed. Emphasis is also given to communications as related to technological advancements such as fax, copy and postage machines along with the production of business documents which include current word processing, spreadsheet, database and the presentation of graphics programs. Students will produce business and personal presentations using multimedia technology with the implementation of graphics, pictures, sound and video.

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FRENCH I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10, 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

Course designed to develop foreign language skills and to prepare students for living in a global society. Classroom instruction is designed to develop the ability to communicate in a second language by involving students in communicative tasks. Classroom instruction includes listening, reading, speaking and writing skills.

FRENCH II (TOPS)

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: French I

Course continues the objectives of French I with an increase in the student’s ability to speak, understand, read and write idiomatic French correctly. Included in this course is a further study of translation of vocabulary words, conjugation of regular and irregular verbs, new tenses, and other grammatical forms all presented in the context of a communicative situation that simultaneously expands the student’s vocabulary.

SPANISH I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 10, 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

This course introduces students to the Hispanic world of the past, present, and future. Emphasis is placed on pronunciation, on listening and speaking, and later on reading and writing. Vocabulary is learned; greetings are taught in context with cultural anecdotes. Students will also be able to translate from Spanish to English and will learn to read Spanish texts.

SPANISH II (TOPS)

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Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Spanish I

Course continues the objectives of Spanish I with an increase in the student’s ability to speak, understand, read and write idiomatic Spanish correctly. Included in this course is a further study of translation of vocabulary words, conjugation of regular and irregular verbs, new tenses, and other grammatical forms all presented in the context of a communicative situation that simultaneously expands the student’s vocabulary.

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ART I (TOPS)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

Course focuses on visual arts and designed to develop and broaden creative expression through the application of knowledge, ideas skills and organizational abilities while developing historical perspective and cultural perception by recognizing and understanding that throughout history, the arts are a record of human experience with a past, present and future.

ART II (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Art I

Course is designed to continue the focus developed in Art I while students make informed judgments about the arts through the development of critical analysis skills.

FINE ART SURVEY (TOPS)

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

This course introduces four arts as applied in contemporary society. Student will examine aesthetics, historical perspective and critical analysis in order to develop a familiarity & respect for cultural differences in art.

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All students at Sacred Heart School are required to complete Health and P.E. I and Health and P.E. II in order to graduate.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION I

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

The Health portion of the curriculum focuses on teaching students to make quality decisions on matters relating to their mental, physical, and social health. The class will include units on decision making, healthy relationships, self-esteem, stress, mental health, exercise and fitness, nutrition, substance abuse, and infectious diseases. A CPR training course will be offered during the Health semester; upon completion of the CPR training course the students will have the opportunity to receive their CPR Certification. The Physical Education curriculum is fitness based and will include exposure to and instruction in a variety of team and individual sports.

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION II

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Health and Physical Education I

The Physical Education curriculum is fitness based and will include exposure to and instruction in a variety of team and individual sports.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION III

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Health and Physical Education I & II

The Physical Education curriculum is fitness based and will include exposure to and instruction in a variety of team and individual sports.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION IV

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Health and Physical Education I, II, & III

The Physical Education curriculum is fitness based and will include exposure to and instruction in a variety of team and individual sports.--------------------------------------------ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES-------------------------------------------- SPEECH I (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

Course covers multiple aspects of public speaking while providing practical experience through participation. Introduces student to a study of poise, use of body and voice, public speaking, oral interpretation of literature and beginning argumentation. Student will learn how to prepare and deliver informal presentations and more formal structure for argumentative, informative and persuasive speeches.

SPEECH II (TOPS TECH)

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: Speech I

Continued study of Speech I with additional opportunities to prepare and deliver a variety of formal and informal speeches. Formal debate styles will also be covered.

STUDY SKILLS

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: IEP

This course is designed to help students with an IEP. The course will include time-management strategies, study-skills, vocabulary development in content areas, reference skills, general test-taking skills and preparation for upcoming tests.

PSYCHOLOGY

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Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 unitPrerequisite: None

This course is offered as an elective at the Junior and Senior levels. Students will study approaches to psychology; the life span, workings of mind and body, learning and cognitive processes, personality and individuality, adjustment and breakdown, social psychology and positive psychology. Both practical and philosophical evidence will be examined during the study of various schools of thought.

Sacred Heart High SchoolStudent Four-Year Plan Checklist

TOPS University Diploma

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9th Grade Courses 10th Grade Courses

Religious Studies I Religious Studies II

English I English II

Algebra I Algebra II

Physical Science Biology I

World Geography Civics

Health & Physical Ed. I Health & Physical Ed. II

Elective: ________________ Foreign Language Elective

11th Grade Courses 12th Grade Courses

Religious Studies III Religious Studies IV

English III English IV

Geometry Advanced Math I, Pre-Calculus

Chemistry I Biology II, Physics, or Environmental Science

U.S. History World History

Foreign Language Elective Elective:____________________

Elective:_________________ Elective:____________________

Honor Graduate GPA Worksheet Grade

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A = 4 = 100 - 93.5 B = 3 = 93.4 – 86.5

C = 2 = 86.4 – 78.5Student ________________________________ D =1 = 78.4 – 69.5

F = 0 = 69.4 - belowClass of __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Course Numeric Grade Letter Grade Grade Value

Algebra I (H)Algebra II (H)Geometry (H)Advanced Math I (H)English IEnglish IIEnglish IIIEnglish IVCivicsWorld GeographyU.S. History World History Physical Science (H)Biology I (H)Chemistry (H)Physics -or-Biology II Religious Studies IReligious Studies IIReligious Studies IIIReligious Studies IVForeign Language IForeign Language II

*Student is to update the above annually to monitor progress on Honor Graduate GPA requirements.

*In the event a student completes more than one science, the course with the highest grade earned will be calculated. To calculate: Add grade value column and divide by number of courses completed. GPA must = 3.5 or greater

For office use only: Total Grade Value= ____________

_____________ Total Grade Value ÷ 22 classes = _________

How to Calculate a Core GPA

1. List core courses2. List letter grade earned in the course

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3. Assign the point value for each grade:A=4 B=3 C=2 D=1 F=0

4. Add the number of units earned 5. Add the quality points6. Divide the total quality points by the total number of units earned to equal the

core GPA

Sample Freshman Student

Courses Letter Grade

Point Value

Units Quality Points

English I A 4 1 4Algebra I C 2 1 2

Civics B 3 1 3Physical Science A 4 1 4

IBCA A 4 1 4H&HP A 4 1 4

World Geography B 3 1 3

TOTAL 7 24

Total Quality Points = Core GPA 24 = 3.43 Total # of Units 7

Only use Core class to calculate the Core GPA. You would do the same thing when calculating the TOPS GPA. Only use classes that are

needed for TOPS (19 total units)

TOPS Worksheet ______________Student Name

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Year Taken Letter Grade GPA pts Core Curriculum Courses

________ _________ ______ English I

________ _________ ______ English II

________ _________ ______ English III

________ _________ ______ English IV

________ _________ ______ Algebra I

________ _________ ______ Algebra II

________ _________ ______ Geometry

________ _________ ______ Advanced Math I

________ _________ ______ Physical Science

________ _________ ______ Biology I

________ _________ ______ Chemistry I

________ _________ ______ 4th Science: (Environmental Science,

Biology II, or Physics)

________ _________ ______ U.S. History

________ _________ ______ World Geography

________ _________ ______ World History

________ _________ ______ Civics

________ _________ ______ French I or Spanish I

________ _________ ______ French II or Spanish II

________ _________ ______ Fine Arts ( Art I, Art II, or Fine Art Survey)

Add GPA points column then divide by the number of courses completed to calculate your TOPS GPA.

Total Pts: _____ ÷ 19 (courses required) = ________Note: 47.5 points will average out a 2.5 GPA (TOPS Opportunity Award-20); 57 points will average out to a 3.0 GPA (TOPS Performance-23 & TOPS Honors Award-27).

TOPS TECH Worksheet ______________Student Name

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Year Taken Letter Grade GPA pts Core Curriculum Courses

________ _________ ______ English I

________ _________ ______ English II

________ _________ ______ English III

________ _________ ______ English IV

________ _________ ______ Algebra I

________ _________ ______ 2 Math Courses: (Algebra II, Geometry, ________ _________ ______ Financial Math, or Adv. Math I)

________ _________ ______ Biology I

________ _________ ______ 2 Science Courses: (Physical Science,

________ _________ ______ Chemistry, or Environmental Science)

________ _________ ______ U.S. History

________ _________ ______ Civics

________ _________ ______ 1 Social Studies: (World Geography or World History)

________ _________ ______ Speech I or French I

________ _________ ______ Speech II or French II

________ _________ ______ IBCA, BCA, or Desktop Publishing

________ _________ ______ Fine Arts (Art I & Art II, or Fine Art Survey)

Add GPA points column then divide by the number of courses completed to calculate your

TOPS TECH GPA.

Total Pts: _____ ÷ 17 (courses required) = ________Note: 43 points will average out a 2.5 GPA

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