WHEELERSBURG LOCAL SCHOOLS

HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION GUIDE 2014-2015

WHEELERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL

REGISTRATION GUIDE 2014-2015

TO THE STUDENT:

The material in this registration guide has been prepared to assist you in choosing your course of study in high school. It has been given to you at this time so that you may study it carefully. The choices that are made here will have a lasting effect upon your life.

Because of the importance of decisions made at this time, you will want to consult with others. Your parents have a great interest in your welfare. You should talk to them first. You will also want to secure the advice of various teachers and guidance personnel.

Parents are encouraged to consult with the guidance counselor and other members of the school staff. Please call 574-2527 to make an appointment with the counselor or a staff member.

One of the chief goals of the Wheelersburg School District is to develop the talents of each student to the fullest extent possible. Wheelersburg High School offers a variety of subjects which will compare favorably with other comprehensive high schools in our area. We challenge you to challenge yourself and make the most of the possibilities offered at Wheelersburg High School.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of Wheelersburg Local Schools is to ensure the highest quality education to prepare all students for their futures through an innovative and diverse learning environment.

2 PROGRAMS OF STUDY

The curriculum of study at Wheelersburg High School is designed to provide either a sound background for post-secondary education or practical knowledge which can be utilized immediately upon graduation. A brief description of each course of study is included.

COLLEGE PREPARATORY PROGRAM This program is for those who wish to continue their formal education beyond high school. The completion of this program with good grades should enable one to meet the requirements necessary to enter college. In addition to meeting requirements, a student may choose to specialize in one or more areas in conjunction with his or her future plans.

VOCATIONAL PROGRAM The Scioto County Career Technical Center offers a wide range of academic and career technical courses with hands-on experience for juniors and seniors. Brochures giving full details of each area of study are given to sophomores each year. The Scioto County Career Technical Center is participating in an option identified as dual enrollment. Dual enrollment allows qualified high school seniors the opportunity to earn a year’s work of both high school and college academic credit at no cost through this very important program. The school also participates in Tech Prep articulation agreements, which recognize a seamless curricular pathway from the Scioto County Career Technical Center programs to an associate degree that leads to careers in a related technical field. This agreement enables graduates of the Scioto County Career Technical Center who successfully complete the academic and technical competencies required for each program to receive college credit for the specific course.

SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Special education programs are designed to meet the needs of some students who are experiencing difficulty in the regular high school curriculum. Placement of students in these programs is arranged through the guidance office.

POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS Post-Secondary Options is a program in which a student can take classes at a college or university and obtain high school credit and college credit at the same time. To be eligible, the student and his or her parents need to attend an informational meeting. Also, the student must be accepted by the college or university.

FLEX CREDIT Flex credit is designed to broaden the scope of curricular options available to students, increase the depth of study available for a particular subject, and tailor the learning time or conditions needed. Students must see the principal or guidance counselor before starting a Flex Credit program.

3 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Class of 2014 and beyond

Requirements for high school graduation shall include twenty credits earned in grades nine through twelve and shall be distributed as follows:

English Language Arts 4 units Health ½ unit Mathematics 4 units (must include Algebra II) Physical Education ½ unit Science 3 units (must include a physical, life, and advanced science) Social Studies 3 units (must include Social Studies I, American History, and Government) Electives 5 units (foreign language, fine arts, business, career-technical education, technology, English language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies) Note: Strength and Fitness, Lifetime Fitness Activities, and Advanced Physical Fitness Techniques can not be used as a required elective for graduation. Fine Art 1 unit (this requirement is waived for vocational students). The fine art credit can count as an elective credit.

Students in the Class of 2015 and Class of 2016 must pass all five parts of the Ohio Graduation Test to graduate.

Students in the Class of 2017 and Class of 2018 will have testing requirements which have not been posted on the ODE website as of the publication of this document.

There is an opt-out provision regarding the graduation requirements. For this option, the student must have attended high school for two years, a parent/guardian must file a signed, written statement consenting to the opt-out, and an individual career plan must be developed. The student must successfully complete the state’s curriculum requirements in place in 2006. Under this provision, the student may not directly enter most four year colleges. The opt-out provision ends with the students who will enter the ninth grade prior to July 1, 2014. To use this option, the student and parent must meet with the principal and guidance counselor.

4 DIPLOMA WITH HONORS

Each school district shall award the Diploma with Honors to any student who completes the high school academic curriculum in at least seven of the following eight criteria: (1) Earn four units of English (WHS courses - English I, English II, English III, English IV, AP English Literature and Composition, AP English Language and Composition) (2) Earn at least four units of mathematics which shall include Algebra I, Algebra II, geometry and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses which contains equivalent content (WHS courses - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Advanced Math, AP Calculus) (3) Earn at least four units of science including one unit of physics and one unit of chemistry (WHS courses - Must include Physics and Chemistry. The other units of science can be Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, Biology, AP Biology, Anatomy, AP Chemistry) (4) Earn four units of social studies (WHS courses – Social Studies I, American History, AP United States History, World History, AP World History, Government, AP Government and Politics: United States) (5) Earn either three units of one foreign language or two units each of two foreign languages (WHS courses - Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, French I, French II, French III, Mandarin Chinese I, Mandarin Chinese II, Mandarin Chinese III, German I, German II, German III, Italian I, Italian II, Italian III, Russian I, Russian II, Russian III) (6) Earn one unit of fine arts (WHS courses - Art I, Art II, Art III, Art IV, Art History, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, AP Music Theory, Experimental Music Ensemble, Woodworking I, Advanced Woodworking, Mixed Chorus, Vocal Point, Class Piano I, MIT, Digital Media, Web Design, Music Appreciation, and Music Theory) You must have one full credit for this requirement. (7) Maintain an overall high school grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four-point scale up to the last grading period of the senior year (8) Obtain a composite score of 27 on the American college test’s ACT assessment (excluding the optional writing test) or a combined score of 1210 on the College Board’s SAT verbal and mathematics sections (excluding the required writing section).

5 DIPLOMA WITH HONORS (Career-Technical)

Each school district shall award the Diploma with Honors to any student who completes an intensive career-technical education curriculum in at least seven of the following eight criteria: (1) Earn four units of English (2) Earn at least four units of mathematics which shall include Algebra I, Algebra II, geometry and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses which contains equivalent content (3) Earn at least four units of science including two advanced sciences (4) Earn four units of social studies (5) Earn four units in a career-technical education program that leads to an industry- recognized credential, results in an apprenticeship or is part of an articulated career pathway, which can lead to post secondary credit. If the student’s program design does not provide for any of these outcomes, then the student must achieve the proficiency benchmark established for the applicable Ohio career-technical competency assessment or the equivalent. (6) Achieve the proficiency benchmark established for the Ohio Career-Technical Competency Assessment or equivalent assessment aligned with state-approved and industry validated technical standards (7) Maintain an overall high school grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four-point scale up to the last grading period of the senior year (8) Obtain a composite score of 27 on the American college test’s ACT assessment (excluding the optional writing test) or a combined score of 1210 on the College Board’s SAT verbal and mathematics sections (excluding the required writing section).

6 NCAA APPROVED CORE COURSES

The NCAA has approved the following courses for use in establishing the initial-eligibility certification status of student-athletes from Wheelersburg High School.

English I General AP Biology English II General AP Calculus English II General AP Chemistry English III General AP English Language and Composition English IV General AP English Literature and Composition English I College Prep AP Government and Politics: United States English II College Prep AP United States History English III College Prep AP World History English IV College Prep Shakespeare American History General German I American History College Prep German II Government College Prep German III Government General German IV Social Psychology Italian I Sociology Italian II Social Studies I General Italian III Social Studies I College Prep Italian IV World History College Prep Russian I Algebra I Russian II Geometry Russian III Algebra II Russian IV Advanced Math and Trig AP Spanish Language and Culture Anatomy and Physiology Biology I Chemistry I Physics Earth Science Environmental Science Life Science Physical Science French I French II French III French IV Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Mandarin Chinese I Mandarin Chinese II Mandarin Chinese III Mandarin Chinese IV (Go to www.ncaaclearinghouse.net for more information.)

7 CLASS RANK

For each grade of A, a student will receive four ranking points. For each grade of B, a student will receive three ranking points. For each grade of C, a student will receive two ranking points. For each grade of D, a student will receive one ranking point. Students receive an extra ranking point for each college prep course taken. Students receive two extra ranking points for each Advanced Placement course taken. The following courses are used to determine class rank:

Letter Grade / Ranking Points Earned Course Name A B C D Choose one: English I General 4 3 2 1 English I College Prep 5 4 3 2

Choose one: English II General 4 3 2 1 English II College Prep 5 4 3 2

Choose one: English III General 4 3 2 1 English III College Prep 5 4 3 2 AP English Language and Composition 6 5 4 3

Choose one: English IV General 4 3 2 1 English IV College Prep 5 4 3 2 AP English Literature and Composition 6 5 4 3

Pre-Algebra 4 3 2 1

Choose one: Algebra I 4 3 2 1 Algebra I College Prep 5 4 3 2

Choose one: Geometry 4 3 2 1 Geometry College Prep 5 4 3 2

Choose one: Algebra II 4 3 2 1 Algebra II College Prep 5 4 3 2

Advanced Math and Trigonometry College Prep 5 4 3 2

AP Calculus 6 5 4 3

Physical Science 4 3 2 1

Life Science 4 3 2 1

Earth and Space Science 4 3 2 1

8 Biology College Prep 5 4 3 2

Chemistry I College Prep 5 4 3 2

Anatomy College Prep 5 4 3 2

Physics College Prep 5 4 3 2

AP Chemistry 6 5 4 3

AP Biology 6 5 4 3

Choose one: Social Studies I General 4 3 2 1 Social Studies I College Prep 5 4 3 2

Choose one: American History General 4 3 2 1 American History College Prep 5 4 3 2

AP United States History 6 5 4 3

World History College Prep 5 4 3 2

AP World History 6 5 4 3

Choose one: Government General 4 3 2 1 Government College Prep 5 4 3 2 AP United States Government and Politics 6 5 4 3

Foreign Language I College Prep (only one may count) 5 4 3 2

Foreign Language II College Prep (only one may count) 5 4 3 2

Foreign Language III College Prep(only one may count) 5 4 3 2

Choose one Foreign Language IV College Prep(only one may count) 5 4 3 2 AP Spanish Language and Culture 6 5 4 3

AP Music Theory 6 5 4 3

AP Studio Art 2-D Design 6 5 4 3

Class rank points will be totaled and ranked from most to least at the end of each school year.

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VALEDICTORIAN, SALUTATORIAN, SUMMA CUM LAUDE, AND MAGNA CUM LAUDE AWARDS

To be valedictorian, a student must have a 4.0 core grade point average and have taken at least twenty- two total college prep and Advanced Placement courses including at least three Advanced Placement courses. If a class does not have someone who fits this description, a student with a 4.0 core grade point average with twenty-two total college prep courses and two Advanced Placement courses will be deemed valedictorian. If a class does not have a student with a 4.0 core grade point average, the student who has taken at least three Advanced Placement courses with the highest core grade point average will be deemed valedictorian. Valedictorians receive a trophy at graduation.

To be salutatorian, a student must have a 3.90 to 4.00 core grade point average and have taken at least twenty total college prep and Advanced Placement courses including at least two Advanced Placement courses. Salutatorians receive a trophy at graduation.

To be Summa Cum Laude, a student must have a 3.80 to 3.89 core grade point average and have taken at least twenty courses listed under class rank on pages 8 and 9. These students will wear a cord at graduation.

To be Magna Cum Laude, a student must have a 3.50 to 3.79 core grade point average and have taken at least seventeen courses listed under class rank on pages 8 and 9. These students will wear a cord at graduation.

To be Top Vocational student, a student must have the highest grade point average and have spent his or her senior year at the Scioto County Career Technical Center.

These awards are not determined by class rank.

The core grade point average used for these awards counts the courses listed under class rank on pages 8 and 9 only. The grade point average for these awards does not count all courses taken. The core grade point average to determine these awards is not the grade point average used on the transcript or to determine Diploma with Honors.

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GRADE POINT AVERAGE

Grade Points: A = 4 grade points B = 3 grade points C = 2 grade points D = 1 grade points

Grade points are added and then divided by the number of credits attempted to determine grade point average. All courses are used to determine grade point average. This is the grade point average which will be used on the transcript and for determining Diploma with Honors.

Replacing Grades: Students who take a class and want to repeat the class to get a better grade may do so. However, only one credit will be given for the course. The grade given the second time the student takes the class will be the grade listed on the transcript. Students may not take a summer school course to better a grade. Summer school courses may be taken in place of a failed course only. Students must have permission from the principal and guidance counselor to repeat a passed class.

11 ART DEPARTMENT

ART I (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The content of this beginning art course stresses subjects and themes drawn from students’ daily experiences. Students will develop a visual vocabulary through learning the principles and elements of visual design. Art fundamentals and techniques will be introduced and explored. A wide range of media will be used through drawing, painting, illustration, two and three-dimensional design, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics and computer/digital imaging. Students will learn about the techniques, styles and life experiences of famous artists. Each student will be responsible for generating and maintaining an art portfolio, journal/notebook and sketches. Students will utilize the Internet for art resources and research. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement.

ART II (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit Art II is a course intended for those art students who have demonstrated art ability through the building of their portfolio and a genuine interest in the introduction course. This course provides in- depth studies in one or more specific content areas. A major emphasis will be placed on the individual needs and talents and the refinements of techniques and processes used will be stressed. Each student will be responsible for generating and maintaining an art portfolio and journal sketches. Students will be exposed to the Internet for art resources and research. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: ART I

ART III (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Art III is aimed at students who are serious about improving their various skills in art and developing original ideas for assignments. In this course, students will be required to maintain a strong work ethic and work more independently than in previous courses. Students will use more advanced media to build skills aimed at a completion of a strong portfolio in Art IV. Students will use books, magazines, and the internet to research artists and resources. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: ART II

AP STUDIO ART: 2-D DESIGN (Grade 12) 1 Credit The instructional goals of this course are to encourage creative and systematic investigation of formal and conceptual issues, to emphasize making art as an ongoing process that involves the student in informed and critical decision making, to help students develop technical skills and familiarize them with the functions of the visual elements, and to encourage students to become independent thinkers who will contribute inventively and critically to their culture through the making of art. The approximate cost of the AP exam is $89.00 PRE-REQUISITE: ART III

ART HISTORY (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit In this course, students examine major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present from a variety of cultures. They learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and analyze what they see in the work. Students will gain an understanding and knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement.

12 ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

ENGLISH I GENERAL (Grade 9) 1 Credit Students review the basic elements of grammar along with mechanics, spelling, and vocabulary study. Creative writing is stressed through a series of extemporaneous journal entries. Students also learn to write friendly business and invitational letters, and brief narratives relating to personal experience. A sampling of literary styles acquaints the student with short stories, poetry, essays, drama, plays, and the novel. Orderly class discussion and careful listening are required.

ENGLISH I COLLEGE PREP (Grade 9) 1 Credit The ninth grade College Prep English program gives the student an intensive review of grammar together with mechanics and vocabulary study. Writing assignments are planned to help the student to express himself clearly and effectively by using proper transitional words and simple subordination of thoughts. Students are encouraged to read widely and to respect professional writing through a critical study of author’s techniques used in short stories, poetry, essays, drama and the novel. Independent study, class discussions and the importance of careful listening are stressed.

ENGLISH II GENERAL (Grade 10) 1 Credit Students learn and practice the art of written and verbal persuasion through a series of analytical and evaluative written essays and prepared presentations. Students review grammar terminology, structure, usage, conventions, and related mechanics. The principles are applied in composition exercises and frequent independent exercises. Students review short story, biography, myth, drama, and legend identification and analysis of character, mood, theme, plot and setting. There are weekly spelling, vocabulary, and word parts exercises, as well as creative writing. Students also explore occupations while learning library and academic research skills.

ENGLISH II COLLEGE PREP (Grade 10) 1 Credit Students will write a variety of compositions including character analyses, and theme interpretations. Students will study the essay, short story, poetry, and the drama with considerable time and growth devoted to William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar during the second semester and nonfiction throughout the entire year. Emphasis is placed on diligent note taking, responsible class participation, and more importantly, critical reading and analytical writing. Moreover, students learn and practice the art of written and verbal persuasion through a series of analytical and evaluative written essays and prepared presentations. Furthermore, students will independently complete vocabulary and reading projects to augment their verbal and analytical capacities. This course covers a review of grammar, usage, sentence structure, and mechanics.

ENGLISH III GENERAL (Grade 11) 1 Credit This course will be a combination of composition and American literature. Genres include poetry, drama, short stories, and novels. Compositions include character analysis, thematic analysis, poetry analysis, as well as short essays. Interpretation and terminology are discussed as well as vocabulary skills. Grammar, mechanics, and usage are critiqued through bell work as well as the written compositions. A research paper will be completed following MLA style. Class discussion, oral presentation, listening, and note taking skills are emphasized.

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ENGLISH III COLLEGE PREP (Grade 11) 1 Credit This course will be a combination of composition and of American literature. Authors and works from colonial times to the present day are studied. Genres include poetry, drama, short stories, and novels. Compositions include character analysis, poetry analysis, thematic analysis, critical analysis, as well as short essays. Interpretation and terminology are discussed. Grammar, mechanics, and usage are covered through a brief introductory review and through on-going critiques of compositions. A research paper will be completed using MLA style. Class discussion, note taking skills, oral presentations, and careful listening skills are emphasized. Vocabulary skills are also stressed in preparation for the ACT and college readiness.

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION (Grade 11) 1 Credit Students shall embark upon a rich, engaging journey that will expand the horizons of their abilities and reward them with the best gift education can provide: liberation of the soul through the fulfillment of one’s intellectual ambitions. This course will engage students in becoming skilled readers of the best prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts. It will equally aid them in becoming skilled writers composing for multiple purposes and audiences. Through soul-stirring and mind-enhancing reading and writing endeavors, students will become supremely aware of the writer’s purpose, voice, audience, and subject matter, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of our beautiful language contribute to power in writing. The cost of the AP test is approximately $89.00.

ENGLISH IV GENERAL (Grade 12) 1 Credit In this course, students will complete an overview of British literature, including the study of poetry, drama, short stories, and novels. Writing topics will include reflective essays, responses to literature, resume writing, and a research paper. Grammar and vocabulary concepts will be included in each unit of study. Class discussion and careful listening skills are required.

ENGLISH IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit In this course, students will complete an in-depth study of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present. Writing topics will include reflective essays, literary analysis essays, resume writing, an argumentative essay, and a research paper. Grammar and vocabulary concepts will be included in each unit of study. An emphasis will be placed on developing the analytical thinking necessary for literary interpretation and critical writing. Preparation outside of class and participation in class discussions are required.

AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students in this college-level course read and critically analyze British, American, and world literature from the sixteenth to the twenty-first century. Writing assignments will focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays. At the culmination of the course, the students will take the AP English Literature and Composition Exam. Based on their scores, they may be granted advanced placement, college credit, or both at colleges and universities throughout the United States. Students are required to complete a summer reading assignment prior to the start of the course. The cost of the AP test is approximately $89.00.

14 SPEECH AND DEBATE (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This course is designed to cover the area of communication. Students are expected to know the different types of speeches and to what purpose each is given. Students will learn to research, write, and orally present different speeches. Also, this course covers both trial argumentation as well as political debates. Students will study how to write briefs as well as research topics for debate. Students will be able to debate both in groups as well as individually.

SHAKESPEREAN STUDIES (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This course exposes students to the tragedies and comedies written by Shakespeare. It is designed to enrich a student’s appreciation and comprehension of his translated works.

ACCELERATED READING (Grades 9-12) 1/2 Credit or 1 Credit This course is designed to develop and improve essential reading skills by meeting individual needs and abilities through a variety of methods and materials. It also helps students prepare for the Ohio Graduation Test. Students who wish to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills before college entrance exams (ACT/SAT) may be interested.

AMERICAN LITERATURE HONORS (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit In this course, students will complete an in-depth critical analysis of American literature including works from the sixteenth to the twenty-first century. Writing assignments will be reflective, expository, analytical and argumentative essays. This class may be taken either the junior or senior year along with junior or senior English. This course will help prepare those students who want to take senior AP English Literature, as the AP exam overs both American and British works of literature. Students are required to complete a summer reading assignment prior to the start of the course.

15 FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

FRENCH I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The purpose of French I is to introduce the student to the French language and culture with emphasis on the speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension of the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

FRENCH II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The purpose of French II is to develop the student’s ability to speak, write, read, and understand spoken French. The student will increase his or her knowledge of French history, geography, and contributions to western civilization. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: FRENCH I

FRENCH III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Students will develop conversational ability by practicing structures learned in the first two years of French as well as new structures. Conversational practice and readings in French literature may also be included for analysis and discussion. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: FRENCH II

FRENCH IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students will continue their study of the language, literature and culture. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: FRENCH III

GERMAN I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The purpose of German I is to introduce the student to the German language and culture with emphasis on the speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension of the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

GERMAN II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The purpose of German II is to develop the student’s ability to speak, write, read, and understand spoken German. The student will increase his or her knowledge of German history, geography, and contributions to western civilization. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: GERMAN I

GERMAN III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Students will develop conversational ability by practicing structures learned in the first two years of German as well as new structures. Conversational practice and readings in German literature may also be included for analysis and discussion. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: GERMAN II

16 GERMAN IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students will continue their study of the language, literature and culture. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: GERMAN III

ITALIAN I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Italian I is to introduce the student to the Italian language and culture with emphasis on the speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension of the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

ITALIAN II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Italian II is to develop the student’s ability to speak, write, read, and understand spoken Italian. The student will increase his or her knowledge of Italian history, geography, and contributions to western civilization. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: ITALIAN I

ITALIAN III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Students will develop conversational ability by practicing structures learned in the first two years of Italian as well as new structures. Conversational practice and readings in Italian literature may also be included for analysis and discussion. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: ITALIAN II

ITALIAN IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students will continue their study of the language, literature and culture. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: ITALIAN III

MANDARIN CHINESE I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Mandarin Chinese I is to introduce the student to the language and culture with emphasis on the speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension of the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

MANDARIN CHINESE II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Mandarin Chinese II is to develop the student’s ability to speak, write, read, and understand the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: MANDARIN CHINESE I

MANDARIN CHINESE III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Students will develop conversational ability by practicing structures learned in the first two years of Mandarin Chinese as well as new structures. Conversational practice and readings in literature may also be included for analysis and discussion. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: MANDARIN CHINESE II

17 MANDARIN CHINESE IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students will continue their study of the language, literature and culture. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: MANDARIN CHINESE III

RUSSIAN I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Russian I is to introduce the student to the Russian language and culture with emphasis on the speaking, reading, writing, and listening comprehension of the language. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

RUSSIAN II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The purpose of Russian II is to develop the student’s ability to speak, write, read, and understand spoken Italian. The student will increase his or her knowledge of Russian history, geography, and contributions to western civilization. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: RUSSIAN I

RUSSIAN III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Students will develop conversational ability by practicing structures learned in the first two years of Italian as well as new structures. Conversational practice and readings in Russian literature may also be included for analysis and discussion. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: RUSSIAN II

RUSSIAN IV COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit Students will continue their study of the language, literature and culture. This course consists of a self-paced online course along with classroom activities and assignments. PRE-REQUISITE: RUSSIAN III

SPANISH I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language and includes information on Hispanic cultures. The grammar and vocabulary are chosen for the purpose of giving the student a basic ability to communicate (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in Spanish. RECOMMENDATION: Enrollment in a college prep English course

SPANISH II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit In Spanish II, there is increased emphasis upon speaking and writing the language. More attention is also given to Hispanic culture. Class will be conducted primarily in Spanish. PRE-REQUISITE: SPANISH I

SPANISH III COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Spanish III places greater emphasis upon reading, comprehension, composition, and conversation. Class will be conducted primarily in Spanish and students will complete original speaking and writing assignments in the language. PRE-REQUISITE: SPANISH II

18 AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE (College Prep.) - (Grade 12) 1 Credit PRE-REQUISITE: SPANISH III The objectives for this course include spoken interpersonal communication; written interpersonal communication; audio, visual, and audiovisual interpretive communication; written and print interpretive communication; spoken presentational communication, and written presentational communication. Students in this course will demonstrate an understanding of the culture(s), incorporate interdisciplinary topics, make comparisons between the native language and the target language and between cultures, and use the target language in real-life settings. PRE-REQUISITE: SPANISH III

19 MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

FRESMAN MATH GENERAL (Grade 9) 1 Credit This course focuses on the ninth and tenth grade academic standards presented on the Ohio Graduation Test. Students will cover equations, inequalities, graphing, measurement, probability and statistics, polynomials, and functions. Geometry is also integrated throughout the course.

ALGEBRA I GENERAL (Grades 10) 1 Credit Algebra I is the study of properties and relations of numbers and symbols representing numbers. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to solve problems that would be difficult or impossible without algebraic concepts. The language and concepts of modern algebra are introduced and used throughout the course to enhance clarity and student understanding. Topics of geometry are also included throughout the course. It is assumed that all topics previously described will be included in this course. However, some topics may be covered at an introductory level depending on the discretion of the instructor. PRE-REQUISITE: Pre-Algebra

GEOMETRY GENERAL (Grade 11) 1 Credit A presentation of Euclidian geometry in both 2 and 3 dimensions with emphasis on the process of deductive reasoning will be discussed. Some topics included are: congruence and similarity, ratios and proportions, calculations involving angle measurement, area and volume, coordinate geometry, constructions and problem solving. Logic and the proof process are not covered as intensely as they are in Geometry (College Prep). This course must be taken prior to the Algebra II (General) course. PRE-REQUISITE: Algebra I (General)

ALGEBRA II GENERAL (Grade 12) 1 Credit The content of this course includes a brief review of Algebra I, a study of the number system, basic processes with polynomials with emphasis on factoring, a study of functions, first and second degree equations, inequalities, exponents, radicals, basic concepts of trigonometry, coordinate geometry, and rational expressions. It is assumed that all topics previously described will be included in this course. However, some topics may be covered at an introductory level depending on the discretion of the instructor. PRE-REQUISITE: Geometry (General)

ALGEBRA I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-10) 1 Credit Algebra I is a study of properties and relations of numbers and symbols representing numbers. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to solve problems that would be difficult or impossible without algebraic concepts. The language and concepts of modern algebra are introduced and used throughout the course to enhance clarity and student understanding. Topics of geometry are included throughout the course. PRE-REQUISITE: Students must have scored Advanced or Accelerated on the seventh grade OAA exam to take this course during their ninth grade year.

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GEOMETRY COLLEGE PREP (Grade 10-11) 1 Credit Geometry must be taken prior to or simultaneously with the Algebra II course. Only those students planning to take calculus their senior year should take both Algebra II and geometry during their sophomore year. A presentation of Euclidean geometry in both 2 and 3 dimensions with emphasis on the process of deductive reasoning will be discussed. Some topics included are: logic and proofs, congruence and similarity, inequalities, ratio and proportion, calculations involving angle measurement, area and volume, coordinate geometry, constructions, and problem solving. PRE-REQUISITE: Algebra I College Prep

ALGEBRA II COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The content of the course includes a brief review of Algebra I, a study of the number system, basic processes with polynomials with emphasis on factoring, a study of functions, first and second degree equations, inequalities, exponents, radicals, basic concepts of trigonometry, coordinate geometry, and rational expressions. * It is extremely important that college prep students take a math course during their senior year. Also, Algebra II should immediately precede advanced math. Therefore, only students who intend to take calculus during their senior year should take Algebra II during their sophomore year simultaneously with geometry. Sophomores who do not intend to take calculus should take geometry only. PRE-REQUISITE: Algebra I College Prep

ADVANCED MATH COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This is a precalculus course. Approximately one semester is devoted to the study of trigonometric functions, graphs, and inverses and applications of trigonometry. The remainder of the year consists of a variety of topics including linear relations and functions, theory of equations, matrices and determinants, sequences and series, polar coordinates, exponential and logarithmic functions, probability, statistics, and limits. Geometry must be taken prior to advanced math. PRE-REQUISITE: Algebra II College Prep

AP CALCULUS (Grade 12) 1 Credit This course is strongly recommended for those students intending to major in an area that requires college calculus. Topics covered will include coordinate geometry, curve sketching, continuity, limits, derivatives with applications, integrals with applications, and exponential, trigonometric, and logarithmic functions. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00. PRE-REQUISITE: Advanced Math

21 NOTE: Students may not go backwards in their course selection. This is a distraction to younger students and those needing more assistance.

NOTE: Students must take a math course during his or her senior year, even if he or she has four math credits at the end of the junior year.

MATH SEQUENCES

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Option One Fr. Math Algebra I Geometry Algebra II General General General General * This option is for students who scored Limited, Basic, or Proficient on the seventh grade OAA test. If a student does well in Freshman Math, he or she may move to the College Prep math track.

Option Two Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Advanced Math College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep * This option is for students who scored Accelerated or Advanced on the seventh grade OAA test who do not plan to take AP Calculus as a senior.

Option Three Algebra I Geometry Adv. Math AP Calculus College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep Algebra II College Prep * This option is for students who scored Accelerated or Advanced on the seventh grade OAA test who plan to take AP Calculus as a senior.

22 MUSIC DEPARTMENT

CLASS PIANO (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is offered for the student who has very limited or no previous experience on a keyboard instrument. Various functional skills such as sight-reading, harmonization, and analysis will be presented and emphasized throughout this course. Students will also learn to read music and write music. It is the goal of this course to expose the students to many different styles of music which will enable them to increase their total musicianship. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement.

CONCENT BAND (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is a performance based, instrumental ensemble that is directed towards building performance skills that will improve competency on each student’s appropriate instrument. Students will develop note and rhythmic reading skills, tone quality concepts, and general musicianship. This course may include several after-school rehearsals, after-school performances, some adjudicated music festivals, music theory, history, and composition. This group was developed to be the show case of our instrumental music program; therefore, membership is by audition only. Please contact Mr. Smith for details relating to the audition process. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. Unless a student participates in a fall sport, participation in the marching band is required. PRE-REQUISITE: BY AUDITION ONLY

EXPERIMENTAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is a performance and classroom based ensemble that is directed toward building musical competency through creativity and student-centered learning. We will be developing the student’s ability to perform on a musical instrument, enhance music literacy, improve music dictation, improve the use of music technology, and develop general musicianship. This course may include several after-school rehearsals, after-school performances, and some adjudicated festivals. Due to the high level of musical content, the group is by audition only. Please contact Mr. Smith for details relating to the audition process. ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE WELCOME. PRE-REQUISITE: BY AUDITION ONLY

MIXED CHORUS (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is a mixed performing ensemble which works toward two main performances a year--- the Christmas concert and Spring musical. Choir students will develop their singing voices, learn to sing in a choral ensemble, and learn to read music. It is the goal of this course to expose students to many different styles of music which will enable them to increase their total musicianship. Performances and a few outside rehearsals are MANDATORY. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. Singing is a REQUIREMENT!

23 VOCAL POINT (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit Vocal Point is an auditioned mixed vocal ensemble that performs several concerts throughout the year and includes but is not limited to Christmas, OMEA Solo/Ensemble Adjudicated Events, OMEA District Contest, Spring musical, and Spring concert. In addition, this group also performs at graduation and for various organizations within the community. There will be some mandatory outside of school evening rehearsals. Specific uniform dress and concert/rehearsal attendance are required. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: BY AUDITION ONLY. STUDENTS MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR EXPERIENCE (MIXED OR VOCAL POINT) OR TWO YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT BAND EXPERIENCE TO AUDITION.

AP MUSIC THEORY (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The AP Music Theory course roughly parallels the content of a college freshman year theory course. This will be accomplished through the study of the elements of music (pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, and texture) and through the development of sight-singing skills. Possessing a greater understanding of the structure of music enables the performer to make informed choices of interpretation, and the listener to appreciate at a deeper level what he or she is hearing. AP examination questions emphasize the synthesis of musical knowledge into usable musical understanding. All students are encouraged to take the AP exam at the end of the year. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: STUDENTS MUST DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENT MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE.

24 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH DEPARTMENT

HEALTH (Grade 9) 1/2 Credit Health classes demand a basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it applies to common health problems. The course deals with mental and physical health problems of the individual. The need to be constantly aware of the changes in health is fostered with the use of periodicals, films, and guest speakers. This is a semester course.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Grade 9) 1/4 Credit The basic goal of physical education is to help each student achieve and maintain lasting fitness through a sound program that provides the opportunity to participate and enjoy the various team sports and activities. This is a semester course. Students must choose from one of the following:

PHYSICAL EDUCATION – SEMESTER – This course will provide programs that increase physical fitness and worthy use of leisure time; develop knowledge of rules and teach respect, cooperation, and promote sportsmanship as a participant and a spectator; provide an environment whereby each student can find avenues for success not attainable in other classroom settings; provide the student with an opportunity to develop small and large motor activities, flexibility, ability, balance, endurance, strength and coordination, and self- awareness; and promote enjoyment for continual physical activity outside of the school environment. This course is a traditional gym course.

STRENGTH AND FITNESS – SEMESTER - This course will provide programs that increase physical fitness and worthy use of leisure time; develop knowledge of rules and teach respect, cooperation, and promote sportsmanship as a participant and a spectator; provide an environment whereby each student can find avenues for success not attainable in other classroom settings; provide the student with an opportunity to develop small and large motor activities, flexibility, ability, balance, endurance, strength and coordination, and self- awareness; and promote enjoyment for continual physical activity outside of the school environment. This course consists of strenuous weight lifting exercises designed to improve strength and speed. Students are tested each grading period to evaluate improvement. The grade is based on score and improvement. Students will also participate in aerobic exercises and physical fitness exercises such as running to establish baseline levels which will be tested each grading period.

NOTE: Most students who were in the eighth grade at Wheelersburg Middle School received ¼ credit for their physical education course.

NOTE: Interscholastic sports, cheerleading, and marching band may be used to fulfill the physical education requirement for graduation. Credits will be issued on a pass (P) or fail (F) basis. Therefore, it will not affect a student’s grade point average. Applicants must complete a Physical Education Option form before the school year begins to be eligible for credit. These forms are available in the high school guidance office. If a student chooses this option, he or she must take another course in place of the physical education course.

ADVANCED PHYSICAL FITNESS TECHNIQUES (Elective) (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit This course consists of weight training and strength exercises designed to improve strength, speed, and agility. This course can not be used towards the five elective credits needed for graduation.

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LIFETIME FITNESS ACTIVITIES (Elective) (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit This course will not involve lifting weights. This course will provide programs that increase physical fitness and worthy use of leisure time; develop a knowledge of rules and teach respect, cooperation, and promote sportsmanship as a participant and spectator; provide an environment whereby each student can find avenues for success not attainable in other classroom settings; and promote enjoyment for continual physical activity outside of the school environment. This course can not be used towards the five elective credits needed for graduation.

26 SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (Grades 9-10) 1 Credit This course places an emphasis on physical science. A few experiments are done relating to chemistry and physics. Demonstrations, videos, and charts are used in certain areas of class instruction. This course fulfills the physical science graduation requirement.

LIFE SCIENCE (Grades 10-11) 1 Credit This course places an emphasis on life science. Students will gain basic biology information in regards to living things. Several scientific concepts will be integrated as students use textbooks, laboratory activities, and multimedia to explore relationships between mankind and the environment. Life cycles, water cycles, ecosystems, conservation, pollution, geology, energy sources, and environmental issues will be studied. This course fulfills the life science graduation requirement. NOTE: Students who received a C or higher in Biology are not eligible to take the course.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (Grades 11 - 12) 1 Credit This course is a general survey of Earth Science. Topics include: Weathering and Erosion, Rocks, Minerals and Soils, Water (Ground water, lakes, streams, purification, waste treatment), Glaciers, Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Map Reading (General and Topographic), Oceans, The Earth and Moon. This course is for college bound, non-science majors, and those pursuing a vocational/technical career such as surveying, road construction, forestry, etc. It is also designed for students who have not met the math pre-requisites for Chemistry or Physics. It is a laboratory course with individual and group activities and computer research projects. This course fulfills the advanced science graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: 2 credits in other science classes.

BIOLOGY I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course begins with the study of the basic concepts of life. All living things are divided into six large divisions and are studied from the simplest to the more complex forms. The microscope is used to study the simple forms of life. Models and specimens for dissection are used to study the advanced forms of life. Also, several weeks are used for the study of genetics. This course fulfills the life science graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: “C” grades or higher in junior high science classes or completion of Physical Science or Life (Environmental) Science with a “C” grade or higher.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This is the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The microscope is used to study cells and tissues. Dissections are used to study organs and organ systems. Included are units that deal with isolation and analysis of DNA, human reproduction, genetics, and ecology. This course is for anyone who desires a better understanding of how the body works, especially those who are interested in health and medicine. This course fulfills the advanced science graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: Biology I. It is recommended that students have a C in Biology I or pass Biology I and pass the OGT (if a junior or senior) before taking this course.

27 CHEMISTRY I COLLEGE PREP (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit This course develops in sequence: scientific measures, atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, inorganic nomenclature, writing equations, gas laws, chemical calculations, solution concentrations, organic chemistry, chemical kinetics, and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory experiments, techniques, and safety are correlated with each topic. This class is taught from a thinking and reasoning perspective, not rote memorization. This course fulfills the physical science requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: This course is open to juniors and seniors who have two credits in mathematics and have completed Algebra I with a final average of a “C” or higher. This class is open to sophomores if the student received an A or B in Biology I and an A or B in Algebra I.

PHYSICS COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Mathematics, logical reasoning, practical applications, terminology, and laboratory work are emphasized in this program. The course includes the study of forces, vectors, linear motion, torque, impulse and momentum, work, power, energy, rotational motion, fluids, machines, heat, waves and light, optics, waves and sound, electricity, magnetism, radioactivity, and selected individual projects with computer usage in scientific investigation. Students will be required to read assigned text as a way to gain knowledge before class. Class time will focus on demonstrated concepts, laboratory investigations, problem solving strategies, and high level in-depth discussion of physics concepts with real world application. This course fulfills the advanced science graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: 3 credits in mathematics, completion of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry with “C” grades or higher.

AP BIOLOGY COLLEGE PREP (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a two semester college introductory course. This course is open to any high school student 9-12 who has demonstrated advanced skills in science. Students who are successful on the AP Biology test are permitted to take upper level Biology courses during their first year of college or register for courses for which biology is a prerequisite. Other students may have fulfilled a basic requirement for the laboratory science course and will be able to undertake other courses to pursue their major. The AP Biology course will cover three general areas: molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations. The two main goals of AP Biology are to help students develop the conceptual framework for modern biology and an appreciation of science as a process. The ongoing knowledge explosion in biology makes these goals even more challenging. This course fulfills the life science graduation requirement. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00. PRE-REQUISITE: Students must have a grade of A or B in eighth grade science or have completed one high school science course.

28 AP CHEMISTRY COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This course is designed for those students who plan to major in science at the college level. The course has five primary objectives: to review Chemistry I topics, to study chemistry concepts at the introductory college level, to develop advanced laboratory skills, to use the computer in scientific investigations, and to prepare students for overall success in college chemistry. The course topics include: matter and measurement, atoms, molecules, and ions, stoichiometry, aqueous reactions and solution stoichiometry, thermochemistry, electron structure of atoms, periodic properties, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, gases, intermolecular forces, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid base equilibrium, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and organic chemistry. Laboratory safety and techniques are emphasized with experiments in each area of study. Students will be required to read assigned text as a way to gain knowledge before class. Class time will focus on demonstrated concepts, problem solving strategies, and high level in-depth discussion of chemistry concepts. This course fulfills the advanced science graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: Chemistry I with a “C” grade or higher and 3 units of College Prep mathematics. Since the second semester of AP Chemistry includes applied physics (kinetics, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry), it is highly recommended that students have completed or be enrolled in Physics. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00.

29 SCIENCE SEQUENCES (Class of 2014 and beyond)

Option One – General Science Selections Grade 9 – Physical Science (fulfills physical science requirement) Grade 10 – Life Science (fulfills life science requirement) Grade 11 – Earth and Space Science (fulfills advanced science requirement)

Option Two – College Prep Science Selections Grade 9 – Biology I or AP Biology (fulfills life science requirement) Grade 10 – Chemistry I (fulfills physical science requirement) Grade 11 – Physics (fulfills advanced science requirement) Grade 12 – AP Chemistry (not needed for graduation)

Option Three – Life Science Selections Grade 9 – Physical Science (fulfills physical science requirement) Grade 10 – Biology I (fulfills life science requirement) Grade 11 – Anatomy (fulfills the advanced science requirement) Grade 12 – Chemistry (not needed for graduation)

Option Four A student may arrange his or her own science schedule to best prepare for his or her vocation. This option should be discussed with the guidance office to assure that the physical, life, and advanced science requirements are met. * Students must take Physical Science or Chemistry I to fulfill the physical science requirement. * Students must take Life Science, Biology, or AP Biology to fulfill the life science requirement. * Students must take Anatomy, Physics, AP Chemistry, or Earth and Space Science to fulfill the advanced science requirement.

30 SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

SOCIAL STUDIES I GENERAL/COLLEGE PREP (Grade 9) 1 Credit This course covers the following seven broad areas of social studies: History, People in Societies, Geography, Personal Economics, Government, Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities, and Social Studies Skills and Methods. An emphasis will be placed upon a global view of topics such as the Enlightenment, the American Revolution, Economics, the Industrial Revolution, and the World Wars among others. The economics portion of the class will cover the relationship of income level to supply and demand in the market, the roles of people in the economy, the consequences of choices affecting budgets, savings, credit, philanthropy and investments, and the effect of interest rates on savers and borrowers. This course will fulfill the economics graduation requirement. Students will be expected to complete a project every nine weeks grading period, give oral presentations, and keep an organized class notebook.

AMERICAN HISTORY GENERAL/COLLEGE PREP (Grade 10) 1 Credit This course examines the early foundations of our republic and shows how it developed into the complex society of today. It emphasizes the challenges faced by our democracy—socially, politically, and economically. American History taken at the College Prep level will require a book report each six weeks, additional questions for each chapter, and a more difficult grading scale.

AP UNITED STATES HISTORY (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit The Advanced Placement United States History course is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States 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. Studetns should learn to assess historical materials-their relevance to a given interpretive problem, reliability, and importance – and to weigh the evidence and itnerpretations presented in historical scholarship. An Advanced Placement United States History ourse should thus develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgement and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00.

WORLD HISTORY COLLEGE PREP (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit This course is designed to produce a basic knowledge and understanding of ancient, medieval, and modern history. The course places emphasis on major civilizations and significant periods of history. While extensive coverage is given to European history; Asiatic, African, and Mesoamerican cultures are also studied. Students will give oral presentations, write reports, and complete projects.

AP WORLD HISTORY (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit The purpose of this college level course is to develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. It emphasizes relevant factual knowledge, leading interpretive issues, and skills in analyzing types of historical evidence. Periodization, forms an organizing principle to address change and continuity throughout the course. Specific themes provide further organization to the course, along with consistent attention to contacts among societies that form the core of world history as a field of study. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00.

31 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT GENERAL/COLLEGE PREP (Grade 12) 1 Credit The purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of the constitutional basis of the federal system of government. It gives the student an understanding of the development of the degrees of authority and the interrelationships among the various branches of government, as well as the role of the bureaucracy in our society and government. By studying our government the student should learn why good citizenship is a necessary part of our society. College preparatory government will require additional course work and use a more stringent grading scale.

AP GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS: UNITED STATES (Grades 11-12) 1 credit This rigorous college level course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. Students will learn important facts, concepts, and theories pertaining to U.S. government and politics; understand typical patterns of political processes and behavior and their consequences; and be able to interpret and analyze basic data relevant to United States government and politics. Students are required to complete a summer assignment prior to the start of the course. The cost of the AP exam is approximately $89.00.

SOCIOLOGY (Grades 11-12) 1/2 Credit This course introduces the student to the study of human society and social behavior with emphasis on how people relate to one another and influence each others behavior in groups. The course will help the student prepare for college introductory sociology classes.

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (Grades 11-12) 1/2 Credit This course introduces the student to the study of individual human behavior and how behavior and personality are affected by the environment. The course will develop in the student a better understanding of his/her own behavior and the behavior of others. The course will help prepare the student for college introductory psychology classes.

32 TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

BUILDING AND MAINTAINING COMPUTERS (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is for students who wish to learn how to maintain computers and other technology. The students in this class will learn how to maintain computers, projectors, printers, and other technology used in this school. Upon reaching a standard level of competency, students will begin assisting the technology staff in maintaining the equipment used in this school. No prior knowledge of technology is assumed.

BURG THEATER TECH CREW (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit Burg Theater Tech Crew will teach students about the various aspects of backstage jobs in theater, focusing on the technical jobs. Students will be taught audio design, lighting design, set design, stage management, and how to set up and use the audio equipment and lighting equipment that is installed in the cafetorium, the tiered room and the gym. Not prior knowledge of technology is assumed.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit In Computer Applications I, students will learn keyboarding (manipulative skills development) to improve their efficiency on the computer. Students will learn cyber-safety as well as the ethical use of technology. Using a variety of software packages, students will learn tools that will help them achieve success in high school, college and the workplace. Students will learn how to create letters, reports and more using Word. Using Excel, students will learn how to manipulate numerical data in a spreadsheet. Presentation software will be introduced using PowerPoint. Students will also be introduced to a variety of Web 2.0 tools to enhance their skills and abilities.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit In Computer Programming I, students will learn the basics of how to create software programs. The course will teach students the process of designing, writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining the source code of computer programs. Students will learn to program by using Python, which is a general-purpose, high-level programming language whose design philosophy emphasizes code readability. Students will learn the concepts of looping, objects, conditional programming, built-in functions, user-defined functions, input/output and more. Students will create a variety of programs using the knowledge they gain from the class. Students will be encouraged to be creative and use their imagination in the programs that they design and create. No prior knowledge of programming is assumed. PRE-REQUISITE: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING TENTH OR ELEVENTH GRADES. THERE IS NO PRE-REQUISITE FOR SENIORS.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Computer Programming II builds upon the foundation established in Computer Programming I. This course will teach students how to program for a graphical environment. Class projects may include video games, visualizations, Windows programs, and /or smartphone and tablet apps. PRE-REQUISITE: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I or COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II

33 DIGITAL MEDIA (Grades 9-12) 1 credit This course will offer students the opportunity to learn about several different aspects of digital media. Students will study how media impacts society as well as ethical media use and practical media use. Students will use their creativity to complete a variety of projects. These projects will include working with photos, videos, audio tracks and more. Students will learn how to successfully use Photoshop Elements and Premier Elements along with many other media tools to bring their ideas to life. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement.

MATH PIPER (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit Do you love math but are scared of computers? Do you love computers but aren’t fond of math? Are you not sure if you like either one? MathPiper is designed to integrate computer programming and math theories into one class. Students will start at the most basic level of programming and math concepts and will learn step-by-step how to incorporate the two together to make both more enjoyable! This course counts as an elective. It does NOT court as a math credit. PRE-REQUISITE: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING TENTH OR ELEVENTH GRADES. THERE IS NO PRE-REQUISITE FOR SENIORS.

MEDIA, INFORMATION, AND TECHNOLOGY (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is designed for any student who has developed advanced high-tech skills in accessing and managing media, information, and technology. Students will be working on authentic tasks/projects in desktop publishing, home page construction, web publishing and design, interactive software/cd-rom production and desktop video that provide real artifacts and services for their school and community. Students in this class maintain and update the school website. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: BY PERMISSION ONLY

WEB DESIGN (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit In this class, students will learn how to design and create their own web pages. Students will learn hyper-text markup language (HTML) to create their page content. They will learn cascading style sheets (CSS) to control the look of their pages. They will learn JavaScript to make their pages interactive. This course gives students the opportunity to see how the technology they use in their everyday life is actually created. This course will fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement. PRE-REQUISITE: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING TENTH OR ELEVENTH GRADES. THERE IS NO PRE-REQUISITE FOR SENIORS.

34 ADDITIONAL

LIBRARY SCIENCE (Grades 9-12) 1/2 Credit for one year Library Science is a laboratory course that provides a variety of work experiences in overall library services, and opportunities to develop personal skills in using computer technology to access global information as well as all types of printed library materials. This course provides an opportunity to explore library/media as a career or to develop skills to work as an aide in a public or college facility. BY PERMISSION ONLY

LIFE SKILLS (Grades 11-12) 1 Credit Life skills is a class designed for special needs students. It will teach them independent living skills. Included in this area are: money management, budgeting, banking, time management, household skills, and employment skills. This course can be repeated for credit; however, priority will be given to students who have not taken the course previously. BY PERMISSION ONLY

JOB RELATIONS (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit Job Relations is a class designed to teach students how to be a good employee and work in a small business. This course can be repeated for credits. BY PERMISSION ONLY

SERVICE LEARNING (Grades 9-12) 1 Credit This course is designed to allow the student to serve the community during the school day. Students will be placed with a cooperating teacher at the elementary building and help the teacher complete tasks as needed. This would be an excellent class for students who aspire to be a teacher. To be eligible, students must have a 2.5 grade point average for the previous school year. Grades will be determined using a rubric based on attendance, behavior, and job performance. BY PERMISSION ONLY

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (Grades 10-12) 1 Credit This course is available to students who are taking at least two Advanced Placement courses. This course will allow students extra time to work on Advanced Placement assignments, college applications, and scholarship applications. Students are required to complete ten hours of tutoring in the after-school peer tutoring program to receive credit for this course. BY PERMISSION ONLY

35 TESTS (REQUIRED AND NONREQUIRED)

Ohio Graduation Test (OGT). This is a required test for students who graduate with and after the class of 2007. There are five parts to the OGT - Writing, Reading, Math, Science, and Citizenship. To graduate, all parts of the graduation test must be passed. These tests will be given at the end of the sophomore year.

ACT. The ACT is a test for college bound students. It is given on Saturdays at selected sites. This test is not given at Wheelersburg High School. To take the ACT, you must pre-register. The test costs approximately $36.50. The ACT with Writing costs approximately $52.50. The ACT is used by most colleges and scholarship committees to determine how a student compares with other students. The ACT is more commonly used than the SAT in this area.

SAT. The SAT is a test for college bound students. It is given on Saturdays at selected sites. This test is not given at Wheelersburg High School. To take the SAT, you must pre-register. The tests costs approximately $51.00. Subject tests cost extra. The SAT is required for some colleges and scholarships, but it is not as commonly used as the ACT.

PSAT. The PSAT is an optional test for eleventh graders. It is given once a year at Wheelersburg High School. This is also known as the National Merit Scholar Qualifying Test. The test costs approximately $14.00. It is used as a practice test for the SAT and college entrance exams.

PLAN. The PLAN test is an optional test for tenth graders. It is given once a year at Wheelersburg High School. It is used as a practice test for the ACT and college entrance exams. The test costs approximately $12.95.

EXPLORE. The EXPLORE is an optional test for ninth graders. It is given once a year at Wheelersburg High School. It is used as a practice test for the ACT, SAT, and college entrance exams. The test costs approximately $10.50.

Advanced Placement Exam. The AP Exam is a test given to students who have completed AP courses. Each test costs approximately $89.00. Students who take a College Board Advanced Placement examination and score at least a “3” are guaranteed college credit upon entering an Ohio Public Institution of Higher Education. There may be financial aid available to help pay for the cost of the Advanced Placement tests.

36 EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Cheerleading. The cheerleading program at Wheelersburg High School is rich in pride, tradition, talent, and spirit. Cheerleading tryouts are held in the spring, usually in March or April. Practices begin in July. Cheerleaders cheer two seasons: football from August to November and basketball from November to March.

Cross Country. Practice for cross country starts in August with the season ending the first Saturday in November with the state meet. This activity is open to all high school students. High school cross country runners race 3.1 miles over a variety of courses.

Volleyball. Wheelersburg High School volleyball has developed into a very competitive and successful program in the S.O.C. and in southern Ohio. Volleyball begins in the middle of July with open gyms and a rigorous conditioning program. Tryouts are usually the second week of August. The program consists of a varsity and junior varsity team and they play a full twenty-two match schedule. The season usually ends the last part of October.

Tennis. Girls’ tennis is offered in the fall while boys’ tennis is offered as a spring sport. Both teams use the courts at the elementary building for their home matches and travel to various schools in southern Ohio for away matches. Both teams play an average of eighteen matches during the season.

Golf. Golf is a fall sport at Wheelersburg High School. Any 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grader is eligible to try out for the team. Tryouts are held in early August of each year. The golf team plays approximately 18 regular season matches. Most of the matches are played at Shawnee, Elks, Dogwood Hills, Franklin Valley, and Riverbend golf courses.

Swimming. The swim team provides an opportunity for students with aquatic skills to participate in a winter sport. The swim team is open to all students, as both boys and girls compete on an interscholastic basis. Competitions begin in December and end in late February or early March.

Softball. Softball is open to all girls in grades 9-12. Tryouts are held for approximately two weeks at the end of February. The season begins in March and ends in early May.

Football. Wheelersburg has established a proud, rich tradition in football over the years. Many players have benefited from the hard work and commitment associated with “pirate” football. There is a varsity, j.v., and freshman team in the program. The weightlifting program is also a vital element to the success of the football program.

Soccer. Wheelersburg soccer began in 1986 and is currently number 15 on the state all time win list with the number one winning percentage in the state. Many hard working players have received notable recognition including 25 being named to the All-Ohio teams. The program provides competition at both the varsity and reserve levels. Access to facilities for conditioning and open soccer are made available year round.

37 Boys’ Basketball. The basketball program at Wheelersburg High School has been very successful in the S.O.C. and in post-season tournaments. The program offers three different levels for high school boys. A varsity, reserve, and freshman team are selected each year. Interested boys must qualify for a team by participating in a tryout which occurs in November or December. The basketball team participates in the Southern Ohio Conference Division II and concludes the season by participating in the OHSAA state tournament.

Girls’ Basketball. Wheelersburg High School girls’ basketball has become a very successful program. Tryouts for girls in grades 9-12 are held in November. It is expected the players work hard in preparation for the season, and they display qualities of intensity and commitment during practices and games.

Baseball. The baseball program is recognized as one of the best in the state of Ohio. The 1996 team won both the State Coaches Poll Championship and the Division III State Tournament. There are tryouts held in March for both varsity and junior varsity teams.

Track and Field. Track and field for boys and girls is a program designed to teach the skills necessary for the student athlete to be able to compete in sprints, high jump, long jump, long distance running, hurdles, shot put and discus at the local and state level. In addition to conditioning, the program is designed to improve sprinting and running form, which will make the athlete faster due to eliminating wasted movement.

Junior-Senior Class Play. The Junior-Senior class play takes place in the fall of the school year. The tryouts, which take place soon after school begins, are open to any junior or senior at Wheelersburg High School. In addition to acting auditions, there are also openings for those interested in working on set, props, and publicity. No prior experience is required to participate.

Mock Trial. The Mock Trial program is an established statewide educational program specifically designed to make secondary students and teachers aware of their constitutional rights. Through the study of challenging case materials and participation in a simulated trial, students acquire a better understanding of our system of justice.

Science Fair. Students may choose to complete a science fair project. Students who wish to participate in the county-wide science fair can obtain information, rules, and registration forms from any science teacher.

Key Club. The Key Club is open to any student at Wheelersburg High School. It is an international high school service organization with members dedicated to service and leadership. Students are required to give twenty-five service hours after school or on the weekends to help within the community. Students work closely with community leaders and receive positive feedback for Wheelersburg High School.

Student Council. Student Council is an organization of students elected by their peers to serve as class president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, and class representative of each class (senior, junior, etc.). Interested candidates take part in a campaign every fall and all candidates for president are required to present a speech to their respective class. Elected members represent the student body on issues related to school activities and concerns and also attend meetings to improve leadership qualities as well as social skills.

38 National Honor Society. NHS members are selected during their junior or senior year. Candidates must have attained and must continue to maintain a GPA of at least 3.6 and document a variety of extracurricular activities. Qualified candidates complete activity information forms and are selected for membership based on the criteria of NHS (Scholarship, Leadership, Character, and Service). Southern Ohio Medical Center currently provides a service project partnership with our chapter.

Prom Committee. The prom committee is composed of juniors only. The responsibility of this committee is to plan, organize, and decorate for the junior-senior prom, held in the spring. In September, the junior class has their annual magazine subscription sales to raise money for the prom. The selection of the prom committee is taken primarily, but not exclusively, from the top sellers in the fund raiser.

Yearbook and Photography Staff. The yearbook and photography staffs prepare the student yearbook for Wheelersburg High School. The photography staff duties include the taking of the photographs at school events. The yearbook staff duties include obtaining advertising, layout design, and copywriting. Applications are taken at the beginning of the school year. This is a full year activity that also extends into the summer until the yearbook has been completed.

Quiz Team. The quiz team is comprised of those students who compete against other students from other schools in the county and special tournament teams. The students compete in ten different categories. Four students compete at a time against competitors and answer questions as a team and individually. Tryouts for the quiz team are held in early September of each year. Competitions begin in October and continue through May.

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