Rose Hill High School

Rose Hill High School ENROLLMENT CATALOG

2015-2016 ROSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL ROSE HILL, KANSAS

FOREWORD

This booklet has been prepared by the administration and faculty of Rose Hill High School to provide information for course selection and enrollment procedures. Students and parents are urged to carefully read the course descriptions, graduation requirements, and prerequisites needed to enroll in certain courses.

Only after careful consideration should the student and parent select the courses in which the student will enroll. Rose Hill High School will prepare class schedules and assign teachers on the basis of the information received from the student during enrollment

The Rose Hill High School staff is committed to helping students live their adult lives to the fullest potential. The Enrollment Guide was created with this in mind, and includes information necessary to prepare students for their choice, whether it is further education or the world of work.

Over the next couple of months, our staff will utilize a number of opportunities to help students become better informed about these classes and the requirements. It is important for students and parents to take advantage of these opportunities and make plan their schedules.

Many of our courses are required for graduation; however, there are also a number of courses available to meet individual student interest. Students need to take courses that are challenging, and it is their responsibility to choose carefully and wisely.

High School students’ selections should be directly related to a four-year plan of study. Our entire staff stands ready to advise students to make the most of their high school education. Please do not hesitate to ask for assistance in your endeavors.

If the student or parent needs help with this extremely important endeavor, please contact a counselor or administrator by phone or personal conference.

Rose Hill High School Administration and Staff

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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Enrollment Instructions 3

RHHS Graduation Requirements 5

Mid Term Graduation 6

Beyond Graduation 7

NCAA Eligibility 8

Kans. Board of Regents Requirements 10

Academic and Athletic Organizations 11

Course Offerings 12

Departments Business Education 17 Fine Arts 21 Family & Consumer Sciences 29 Language Arts 31 Mathematics 35 Physical Education 38 Science 40 Social Studies 43 Technology Education 46

Specialty Courses 50

BCC Early College Health, IT and Public Safety Academies 52

Non-Credit Senior Courses 54

4 Year Planning Sheet 55

3 ENROLLMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Use the following instructions to complete course selections for next year.

1. Review your Graduation Progress Report to make sure you have completed required co urses for your grade level. Select courses that will complete missing requirements.

2. Study this enrollment catalog to help you with course selections. Be sure you qualify for the class according to your grade level and any course prerequisites listed.

3. College bound? Follow the Kansas Board of Regents curriculum requirements (See pg. 8)

4. Classes listed for 1 unit of credit meet both semesters. Classes listed as .5 are one- semester courses. For each one-semester course requested another one semester course must be chosen.

5. If teacher approval is required, have the teacher sign your completed enrollment printout. Any class request requiring instructor approval that has not been initialed by the teacher will not be acknowledged.

6. Juniors and Seniors who wish to be Teacher Aides must have signed permission from the instructor and have the correct GPA.

7. Alternate courses should be listed in case of a conflict with initially requested courses.

8. Discuss your enrollment with your parents and have them sign your printout.

*The Master Schedule for the high school will be determined by what you enroll in now. No changes will be made to your schedule next year unless they are requested on your enrollment form this year.

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

A. Definitions 1. CREDIT (or unit of credit): A measurement used to determine the number of courses, or course hours, successfully completed by a student. 2. NORMAL LOAD: A normal class load for students at Rose Hill High School is seven (7) classes a day. 3. PREREQUISITE: A course that must be taken before a student is allowed to enroll in another specific course. 4. CLASSIFICATION: Student classification at RHHS is based on the number of credits successfully completed by a student. Students are classified once a year.

0 – 4 credits = Freshman 4.5 – 11 credits = Sophomore

4 11.5 - 17.5 credits = Junior 18.0+ = Senior

B. Course Load Students at RHHS must be enrolled in a full schedule of seven (7) classes. Exceptions include: Voc-Tech, College Release, Senior Release or 5th year student.

C. General Information 1. Students are reminded to pay particular attention to any grade level requirement and/or pre-requisite for each course. This will help avoid incorrect placement. 2. Enroll for next year with the assumption that all current subjects will be passed. 3. REMINDER: If teacher approval is required, a Student Request form must be signed before the student will be enrolled in that class . 4. Students cannot enroll in a full year course for one semester. Withdrawal at semester will not be allowed unless the student is failing and the teacher recommends removal. Students will not be removed from a required full year course at semester.

5. Students cannot enroll in a full year course for one semester. Students will be removed from a required full year course.

6. The master schedule for each school year is based on requests, number of resources available, student enrollment numbers, and amount of course sections available in each department based on staffing availability

D. Schedule Change Policy* 1. Students will be given or mailed their schedules for the following school year. 2. Selection of a class for a schedule change must come from the list of courses the student requested at the time of enrollment in the spring. 3. A specific period of time will be arranged for students to request schedule changes. 4. Schedule changes will be made only if they fall into one or more of the following categories. a. Mis-enrollment: lack of prerequisite for the course, or student has already taken and passed the course. b. Misplacement: student was placed in a class they did not request. c. Enhancement: student is requesting a more rigorous course. d. Medical reasons: a written excuse from the student’s physician is required. e. Religious reasons: religious objections to course material. Verification from the church is required. f. Student needs to repeat a previously failed course.

NO STUDENT INITIATED CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER THE SPECIFIED DATE!

*During the summer the student can access his/her schedule for the next school year on Power school. However, because scheduling is an ongoing process, the student’s schedule may not reflect the final schedule.

5 ROSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Rose Hill High School students must successfully complete a minimum of 25 credits to participate in graduation exercises.

4 cr. Language Arts 3 cr. Science (1 Physical/1 Biology) 3 cr. Mathematics 1 cr. Physical Education 3 cr. Social Studies 1 cr. Fine Arts* 10 Elective credits

REQUIRED CLASSES INCLUDE:

FRESHMEN Freshman English Math Freshman Physical Education Physical Science 3 elective credits (1 credit of elective Social Studies, i.e. World History &/or World Geography is recommended)

SOPHOMORES Sophomore English (regular or accelerated) Math Biology .5 Economics 3.5 Elective credits

JUNIORS Junior English (regular or accelerated) American History Math Science 3.0 elective credits

SENIORS Senior English or BCC Comp 101 & BCC British Literature .5 American Government 5.5 elective credits

*1 credit of Fine Arts must be taken some time during the student’s high school career

6 MID-TERM GRADUATION*

Students wishing to graduate at mid-term of their senior year must:

1. Have attained 21 credits by the end of their junior year. 2. Complete all required courses, including English 12, for graduation. 3. Apply for mid-term graduation during enrollment in the spring of their junior year (Forms are in the counseling office). 4. The student must write a letter to the high school principal requesting permission to graduate at the end of first semester. The letter must be signed by the student and the student’s parent, and given to the principal, no later than March 30 th .

*Students who graduate at mid-term still have the opportunity to participate in Prom and graduation exercises at the end of the year.

COLLEGE RELEASE POLICY Credit for both high school and college will be awarded for the successful completion of approved course(s) provided the following guidelines are maintained:

1) Approval, in advance, must be obtained from the Principal must be on file in the office.

2) A 3-credit hour college class will transfer as .5 high school credit. A 5 - credit hour college class will transfer as 1.0 high school credit. Anything less than a 3-credit hour class will not transfer as high school credit.

3) Grades earned in a college class for College Release will not be posted on the high school transcript and will not be used for grade point averages, including honor recognition and rank in class per BOE policy.

4) Tuition, books and all fees for college courses are the responsibility of the student.

5) The High School Permission Form for College Release must be filled out and returned to the office prior to the start of the college class or high school credit will not be given. A copy of the student’s college schedule must also be on file in the high school counselor’s office.

7 Requirements beyond graduation

Every option after graduation has admission requirements. These requirements may change periodically, please make sure you use the most current information. We are providing the entrance requirements for the six Kansas Regents Schools, the requirements to apply for a Kansas sponsored scholarship and the requirements for NCAA and NAIA.

Qualified Admissions Students applying to any of the six Kansas Regents universities (Emporia State, Fort Hays State, Kansas State, Pittsburg State, University of Kansas, and Wichita State) must meet one of the following requirements to qualify for admission: 1. Complete the Qualified Admissions Curriculum with at least a 2.0 GPA and 2. Achieve a composite ACT score of 21 or above (22 in math) or an SAT score of 980 (critical reading and math) or above. OR 3. Rank in the top 1/3 of your high school graduating class.

Kansas Scholars’ Curriculum Students interested in applying for the Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship, Kansas State Scholarship, the Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship, or the Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship should follow the curriculum requirements for Kansas Scholars’. In addition to completing the curriculum a student must take the ACT between April of the junior year and December of the senior year. NCAA Eligibility Students must register during the spring semester of their Junior year. Registration and printed materials can be found on the clearinghouse webpage at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

DIVISION I Graduate Complete 16 Core-Courses: .4 years of English .3 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 or higher) 8th grade Algebra 1 does not count .2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab minimum) .1 year of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science. .2 years of social science. .4 years of additional courses (from any area above or foreign language) Earn a minimum required grade-point average in your core courses; and Earn a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches your core-course GPA & test score sliding scale.

NCAA Division I will require 10 core courses to be completed prior to the seventh semester (seven of the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution requirements below). These 10 courses become "locked in" at the seventh semester and cannot be retaken for grade improvement. o Beginning August 1, 2016, it will be possible for a Division I college-bound student-athlete to still receive athletics aid & the ability to practice with the team if kid fails to meet 10 course requirement, but would not be able to play.

Division II Graduate Complete 16 Core-Courses .4 years of English .3 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 or higher) 8th grade Algebra does not count .2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab minimum) .1 additional years of English, math, or natural physical science. .2 years of social science. .4 years of additional core courses (from any area above or foreign language) Earn a 2.0 GPA or better in your core courses; and Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. There is no sliding scale in Division II.

NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Divisions I and II InitialEligibility Requirements

Co re Co urses

 N CAA Divisio n s I an d II require 16 co re co u rse s. See the charts below.  Be gin n in g Au gust 1, 20 16 , N CAA Divisio n I w ill re quire 10 co re co urses to be completed prio r to the seve n th sem e ste r (seven of the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution requirements below). These 10 courses become "locked in" at the start of the seventh semester and cannot be retaken for grade improvement. o Beginning August 1, 2016, it w ill be possible for a Division I collegebound studentathlete to still receive athletics aid and the ability to practice w ith the team if he or she fails to m eet the 10 course requirem ent, but w ould not be able to com pete.

Test Sco res

 D ivisio n I uses a sliding scale to match test scores and core gradepoint averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet.  D ivisio n II requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.  The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes o n ly the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used.  The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science.  W he n yo u re giste r fo r th e SAT o r ACT, u se the N CAA Eligibility Cente r co de o f 9 9 9 9 to e n sure a ll SAT and ACT sco re s are repo rte d dire ctly to the NCAA Eligibility Cen te r fro m the te sting age n cy. Te st sco re s that appear o n tran scripts w ill n o t be used.

GradePoint Average

 Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.  D ivisio n I students enrolling full time be fo re August 1, 2 0 16 , should use Sliding Scale A to determine eligibility to receive athletics aid, practice and competition during the first year.  D ivisio n I GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice o n o r after August 1, 20 16 , is 2.0002.299 (corresponding testscore requirements are listed on Sliding Scale B on Page No. 2 of this sheet).  D ivisio n I GPA required to be eligible for competition o n o r afte r August 1, 20 16 , is 2.300 (corresponding testscore requirements are listed on Sliding Scale B on Page No. 2 of this sheet).  The Divisio n II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000.  Remember, the NCAA GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.

DIVISION I DIVISION II 16 Core Courses 16 Core Courses

4 years of English. 3 years of English. 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or or higher). higher). 2 years of natural/physical science 2 years of natural/physical science (1 (1 year of lab if offered by high year of lab if offered by high school). school). 1 year of additional English, 3 years of additional English, mathematics or natura l/physical mathematics or natural/physical science. science. 2 years of social science. 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign any area above, foreign language language or comparative or comparative religion/philosophy). religion/philosophy).

9 Slidin g Scale A Slidin g Scale B Use fo r Div isio n I p r io r t o Aug ust 1, 20 16 Use fo r Div isio n I b eg inn in g Aug ust 1, 2 0 16 N CAA DIVISION I SLID ING SCALE NCAA DIVISION I SLIDIN G SCALE Co re GPA SAT ACT Sum Co re GPA SAT ACT Sum Verbal and Math ONLY Verbal and Math ONLY 3.550 & above 400 37 3.550 400 37 3.525 410 38 3.525 410 38 3.500 420 39 3.500 420 39 3.475 430 40 3.475 430 40 3.450 440 41 3.450 440 41 3.425 450 41 3.425 450 41 3.400 460 42 3.400 460 42 3.375 470 42 3.375 470 42 3.350 480 43 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 3.325 490 44 3.300 500 44 3.300 500 44 3.275 510 45 3.275 510 45 3.250 520 46 3.250 520 46 3.225 530 46 3.225 530 46 3.200 540 47 3.200 540 47 3.175 550 47 3.175 550 47 3.150 560 48 3.150 560 48 3.125 570 49 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 3.100 580 49 3.075 590 50 3.075 590 50 3.050 600 50 3.050 600 50 3.025 610 51 3.025 610 51 3.000 620 52 3.000 620 52 2.975 630 52 2.975 630 52 2.950 640 53 2.950 640 53 2.925 650 53 2.925 650 53 2.900 660 54 2.900 660 54 2.875 670 55 2.875 670 55 2.850 680 56 2.850 680 56 2.825 690 56 2.825 690 56 2.800 700 57 2.800 700 57 2.775 710 58 2.775 710 58 2.750 720 59 2.750 720 59 2.725 730 59 2.725 730 60 2.700 730 60 2.700 740 61 2.675 740750 61 2.675 750 61 2.650 760 62 2.650 760 62 2.625 770 63 2.625 770 63 2.600 780 64 2.600 780 64 2.575 790 65 2.575 790 65 2.550 800 66 2.550 800 66 2.525 810 67 2.525 810 67 2.500 820 68 2.500 820 68 2.475 830 69 2.475 830 69 2.450 840850 70 2.450 840 70 2.425 860 70 2.425 850 70 2.400 860 71 2.400 860 71 2.375 870 72 2.375 870 72 2.350 880 73 2.350 880 73 2.325 890 74 2.325 890 74 2.300 900 75 2.300 900 75 2.275 910 76 2.299 910 76 2.250 920 77 2.275 910 76 2.225 930 78 2.250 920 77 2.200 940 79 2.225 930 78 2.175 950 80 2.200 940 79 2.150 960 80 2.175 950 80 2.125 960 81 2.150 960 81 2.100 970 82 2.125 970 82 2.075 980 83 2.100 980 83 2.050 990 84 2.075 990 84 2.025 1000 85 2.050 1000 85 2.000 1010 86 2.025 1010 86 2.000 1020 86 For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

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Page No. 2 11 ACADEMIC AND ATHLETIC ORGANIZATIONS

Rose Hill High School has many academic and athletic organizations for its student population. Research shows that a student will be more successful in life if they do more than just attend school. Participation in academic and/or athletic activities gives one a feeling of ownership with the school. Listed below are the academic and athletic organizations offered at Rose Hill High School.

ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS

Cheerleading Color Guard Debate/Forensics FCA KAYS National Honor Society Scholars Bowl Student Council Thespians TSA/Robotics Yearbook Green Club Constitution Club

ATHLETIC ORGANIZATIONS

Baseball Boys/Girls Basketball Boys/Girls Soccer Boys/Girls Track Cross Country Football Golf Softball Volleyball Wrestling Boys/Girls Swimming

12 COURSES OFFERED AT ROSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL

BUSINESS

Course # Name Grade Credit Page #

12050 Business Essentials 9-10 .5 17 150102 Keyboarding 9-12 .5 17 150105 Desktop Publishing 9-12 .5 17 10004 A & B Computer Applications A & B 9-12 1.0 18 150107 Adv Computer Applications 10-12 .5 18 11154 Adobe Photoshop CS5 9-12 .5 18 10210 Adobe Flash CS5 9-12 .5 18 10201 A & B Dreamweaver CS5 A & B 9-12 .5 19 150133 A & B Adv Web Design A & B 11-12 1.0 19 12104 A & B Accounting I A & B 10-12 1.0 19 12108 A & B Accounting II A & B 11-12 1.0 20 12054 Business & Personal Law 11-12 .5 20 12053 A & B Entrepreneurship A & B 11-12 .5/1.0 20 12152 A & B Marketing A & B 10-12 1.0 20 12163 Sports & Entert Marketing 10-12 1.0 21 12166 A & B Marketing Mgmt A & B** 11-12 1.0 21

FINE ARTS

160109/110 Band 9/12 1.0 21 160111 Color Guard (Fall only) 9/12 .5 21 160108 Jazz Improvisation 9-12 .5 22 160148 Percussion (Spring only) 9-12 .5 22 160113/114 Concert Choir 9/12 1.0 22 160115/116 La Belle Chanson** 9-12 1.0 23 160121/122 Men’s Glee Club 9-12 1.0 23 160117/118 Chamber Singers** 9-12 1.0 24 160119/120 Rocketaires** 9-12 1.0 24 160123/124 Individual Voice Study I&II 10-12 .5/1.0 24 160101 Introduction to Art 9-11 .5 25 160102 Ceramic/Sculpt/Prod Pottery 9-12 .5 25 160103 Advanced Ceramics 10-12 .5 25 160104 Drawing and Painting 9-12 .5 26 160105 Advanced Drawing & Painting 10-12 .5 26

=Board of Regents approved course **Teacher permission required

13 COURSES OFFERED Course # Name Grade Credit Page # FINE ARTS (CONT) 100125 Debate (Fall only)** 9-12 .5 26 100126 Forensics (Spring only)** 9-12 .5 26 100131 Integrat Fine Arts/Perf Dance 9-12 .5 26 100127/128 Drama 9-12 1.0 26 100129-130 Advanced Drama** 10-12 1.0 27 100120 Speech 9-12 .5 27 200102 BCC Speech (Spring only) 11-12 .5 27 170101/102 Spanish I 9-12 1.0 28 170103/104 Spanish II 10-12 1.0 28 170105/106 Spanish III 11-12 1.0 28 170107/108 Spanish IV 12 1.0 28 **Teacher permission required

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE 180122 Foods I (Spring only) 9-12 .5 29 180123 Foods II (Spring only) 10-12 .5 29 30110 Essentials in Int & Textile Design 9-12 .5 29 30111 Trends in Interior & Textile (Fall) 11-12 .5 29 22208 Family Studies A (Fall) 10-12 .5 30 22250 Career & Community Connect 11-12 .5 30 22207 Career & Life Planning (Fall) 11-12 .5 30

14 COURSES OFFERED

LANGUAGE ARTS 100101/102 Freshman English  9-12 1.0 31 100103/104 Sophomore English  10-12 1.0 31 100105/106 Accel English 10** 10 1.0 31 100107/108 Junior English  11-12 1.0 32 100109/110 Accelerated English 11** 11 1.0 32 100111/112 Senior English  12 1.0 33 100146/147 BCC English Comp 1 & 2 12 1.0 33 100150 Creative Writing 10-12 .5 34 100122 Mythology 11-12 .5 34

MATHEMATICS Course # Name Grade Credit Page # 110101/102 Pre-Algebra 9-10 1.0 35 110105/106 Algebra I  9-12 1.0 35 110107/108 Geometry  9-12 1.0 35 110109/110 Honors Geometry ** 9-12 1.0 36 110111/112 Algebra II  9-12 1.0 36 110123/124 Honors Algebra II ** 10-12 1.0 36 110115/116 Pre-Calculus w/ Trigonometry 10-12 1.0 36 110121/122 Honors Pre-Calculus** 10-12 1.0 37 110117/118 AP Calculus 11-12 1.0 37 200103 BCC Coll Algebra (Spring only) 11-12 .5 37

15 COURSES OFFERED

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

140101/102 Freshman PE 9-12 1.0 38 140104 Rec Sports (Spring only) 10-12 .5 38 140103 Team Sports (Fall only) 10-12 .5 38 140105/106 Physical Conditioning I Boys 10-12 .5/1.0 39 140109/110 Physical Conditioning I Girls 10-12 .5/1.0 39 Physical Conditioning II 9-12 .5/1.0 39

SCIENCE

120101/102 Physical Science 9-12 1.0 40 120105/106 Biology  10-12 1.0 40 120111/112 Advanced Biology** 10-12 1.0 40 120123/124 Earth/Space Science** 10-12 1.0 41 120103/104 Conceptual Physical Science 10-12 1.0 41 120107/108 Environmental Science 10-12 1.0 41 120109/110 Human Anatomy & Physiology ** 11-12 1.0 41 120113/114 Chemistry I  10-12 1.0 42 120115/116 Chemistry II ** 11-12 1.0 42 120127/128 Physics ** 11-12 1.0 42

SOCIAL STUDIES

130110 World History 9-12 .5 43 130103 World Geography 9-12 .5 43 130101 Current Issues & Affairs  10-12 .5 43 130105 Sociology  10-12 .5 44 200108 BCC Sociology (Fall only) 11-12 .5 44 12105 Business Economics  10-12 .5 44 130106 Psychology  10-12 .5 45 200109 BCC Psychology (Fall only) 11-12 .5 45 130107/108 American History  11-12 1.0 45 130109 US Government  12 .5 45

16 COURSES OFFERED

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Course # Name Grade Credit Page # 38001 Introduction to Industrial Technology 9-11 .5 46 17002 A/B Residential Carpentry I A & B 10-12 1.0 46 38002 A/B Residential Carpentry II A & B 11-12 1.0 46 17007 A/B Cabinetmaking & Furniture Des I A/B 11-12 1.0 46 38007 A/B Cabinetmaking & Furniture Des II A/B 11-12 1.0 47 21107/08 Drafting/CAD A & B 9-11 1.0 47 21103 A/B Architect Design A & B 10-12 1.0 47 190157 Advanced Architectural Drafting** 11-12 .5 47 30105 Photo Imaging 9-12 .5 48 30102 Graphic Design Fundamentals 10-12 .5 48 30100 21st Century Journalism** 10-11 1.0 48 190176 A/V Production Fundamentals 10-11 1.0 48 30104 Digital Media technology 10-12 1.0 49 30150 A/B Video Production A & B 10-11 1.0 49 130151 A/B Digital Media Design & Production** 11-12 1.0 49

SPECIALTY COURSES

200123/122 Teacher/Office/Library Aide ** 11-12 .5/1.0 50 CCC Voc Tech** 11-12 4.0 50 Dual Credit BCC Courses 11-12 varies 50 200125/126 Health Science I 10-11 1.0 51 200106/107 BCC Health Academy 11-12 2.0 52 College Release 12 varies 52 Senior Release 12 0.0 53

**Teacher permission required

17 BUSINESS EDUCATION

Business Essentials Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 10 .5 credit

Business Essentials is designed to offer basic background knowledge in finance career occupations. Students will develop an understanding of how academic skills in math, economics, and written and oral communications are integral components of success in this career pathway. The course will highlight basics of the following business areas: economics, marketing, advertising, entrepreneurship, types of business ownership, credit, careers, checking accounts and consumer issues: Students in this class will be evaluated on daily work, quizzes, tests and projects.

Keyboarding Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

This entry-level class is designed for the student interested in developing keyboarding skills for personal application. The student will learn proper techniques needed to be efficient and accurate at keyboarding. The course will develop basic keyboarding and computer skills for personal use at an acceptable performance level. Proper form for letters, reports and memorandums will also be taught. Students will be evaluated on technique, timed writings, daily assignments, reports, quizzes and tests.

Desktop Publishing Prerequisite: HS Keyboarding or 8th Grade Advanced Keyboarding Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Desktop Publishing will provide further opportunity for students to establish above average computer skills in business related areas. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of flyers, newsletters, layouts and spreads, brochures and business documents. Adobe InDesign will be used to develop desktop publishing documents on the computer. Evaluations for this class will be based on daily assignments, tests, simulations and desktop publishing projects. Students will have an effective credibility-building tool they can add to their resumes: Adobe Certified Associate. For those seeking employment that requires demonstrating the ability to use digital media needed to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communications, Adobe Certified Associate is a certification program that validates the skills of job seekers.

Computer Applications Prerequisite: HS Keyboarding or 8th Grade Advanced Keyboarding Grade 9-12 1 credit

This class is for the student interested in the development of computer skills. The student will learn to use computer software to process information in proper business format. During the first semester, emphasis will be placed on developing employable skills in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. The second semester of the course will provide the opportunity to expand and increase

18 skill development learned during the first semester. Advanced word processing, database and spreadsheet applications, as well as their integration, will be used to develop employable computer skills. Students will also become proficient in the use of presentation software, including iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD and Powerpoint. The student will be evaluated on daily computer assignments and projects.

Adobe Photoshop Prerequisite: HS Keyboarding or 8th Grade Advanced Keyboarding Class: 9-12 Credit: .5

Discover all that Adobe Photoshop has to offer! With detailed attention to artistic and technical features alike, this course will provide a solid foundation for students looking to learn this industry-standard program. Real-world, practical examples and step-by-step instruction throughout the course will offer well-rounded, comprehensive coverage. This course will give students the confidence they need to edit images with skill and ease using Photoshop. Students will be able to become Adobe Certified in Photoshop by taking a certification exam. Students will have an effective credibility-building tool they can add to their resumes: Adobe Certified Associate. For those seeking employment that requires demonstrating the ability to use digital media needed to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communications, Adobe Certified Associate is a certification program that validates the skills of job seekers.

Adobe Flash Prerequisite: HS Keyboarding or 8th Grade Advanced Keyboarding Class: 9-12 Credit: .5

This course will provide a comprehensive yet concise introduction to Adobe Flash and the art of creating exceptional interactive experiences, animations and applications that run on the Web, on the desktop and on mobile devices. The course begins with a discussion of fundamental concepts, which sets the stage for specific Flash skill development. A series of step-by-step tutorials follows that fully explains how to create animations, use special effects, draw objects, incorporate sound and video, and develop for mobile devices and program in ActionScript 3.0. The course examines the new and enhanced features of including Code Snippets - blocks of code that save the effort of typing ActionsScript; Text Layout Framework – provides text flowing, character coloring and column creation; improved video capabilities; and inverse kinematics, a feature that allows you to manipulate Flash objects using the Bone tool in order to create sophisticated animations. Students will be able to become Adobe Certified in Flash by taking a certification exam. Students will have an effective credibility-building tool they can add to their resumes: Adobe Certified Associate. For those seeking employment that requires demonstrating the ability to use digital media needed to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communications, Adobe Certified Associate is a certification program that validates the skills of job seekers.

Dreamweaver Prerequisite: HS Keyboarding or 8th Grade Advanced Keyboarding Class: 9-12 Credit: .5

Discover all that Dreamweaver has to offer! This web page design course will use detailed, vibrant illustrations; clear, straightforward lessons; and real-world case studies to provide an overview of the Dreamweaver interface and how to use it effectively for web page design. This latest edition of Dreamweaver includes expanded content on CSS best practices, the new Navigation toolbar, the simplified site setup, Spry menu bars, improved CSS layouts, and Live view navigation. Students will be able to become Adobe Certified in Dreamweaver by taking a certification exam. Students

19 will have an effective credibility-building tool they can add to their resumes: Adobe Certified Associate. For those seeking employment that requires demonstrating the ability to use digital media needed to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communications, Adobe Certified Associate is a certification program that validates the skills of job seekers.

Advanced Web Page Design I Prerequisite: Teacher Permission Grade 11-12 1 credit Students enrolling in this course will need to show previous skills in Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Flash. Students given permission to enroll in this course will become Webmaster for rocketathletics.com and/or a workplace website and will be responsible for the daily maintenance and updating of the site.

Accounting I Prerequisite: None Grades 10 - 12 1 credit

Do your debits equal your credits? Did your balance sheet balance? This course is a "MUST" for any student interested in a Business major, having his/her own business or just being able to keep track of one's own finances. Accounting I covers basic accounting procedures and provides the student the opportunity to apply these principles in related applications. Accounting methods used in business and industry, including payroll, special journals, sales tax and end-of-the-fiscal-period financial statements will be studied. This class is a must for students planning to major in a business related field in college. Grades will be based on daily work, simulation sets and tests.

Accounting II Prerequisite: Accounting with teacher recommendation Grades 11 - 12 1 credit

The Accounting II course expands upon the foundational accounting principles and procedures used in Business and the Accounting I course. Course content typically includes Departmentalized Accounting, Corporation Accounting, Management Accounting, preparing and analyzing all financial statements, accounting adjustments and valuation, and inventory control systems. Grades will be based on daily work, simulation sets and tests

Business and Personal Law Prerequisite: None Grade 11 - 12 .5 credit

This class will provide a basic knowledge of business and personal law for the student who is interested in majoring in business or for practical use in his/her personal life. This course covers the fundamental knowledge of constitutional rights, criminal laws, offer and acceptance, contracts, property bailment, renting realty and wills. Guest speakers covering different areas of law may be utilized as well as filed trip(s) Sedgwick County Juvenile Court,

20 Sedgwick County Juvenile Detention Facility, Butler County Correctional Facility and/or Rose Hill Municipal Court may be taken. Student evaluation for this course will be based on daily work, projects, quizzes and tests.

Entrepreneurship Prerequisite: None Grades: 10 -12 1 Credit

Entrepreneurship acquaints students with the knowledge and skills necessary to own and operate a business of their own making. Topics from several fields typically form the course content: economics, marketing principles, human relations and psychology, business and labor law, legal rights and responsibilities of ownership, business and financial planning, finance and accounting and communication.

Marketing Prerequisite: None Grades: 10 -12 1 Credit

Marketing is a comprehensive course that focuses on the wide range of factors that influence the flow of goods and services from the producer to the consumer. Topics may include, but are not limited to, market research, the purchasing process, distribution systems, warehouse and inventory control, business management and entrepreneurship. Human relations, computers and economics are often covered as well. Sports and Entertainment Marketing Prerequisite: None Grades: 10 -12 .5 Credit

This course introduces students to, and helps them refine, marketing and management Functions and tasks that can be applied in amateur or professional sports or sporting events, entertainment events and the sales or rental of supplies and equipment.

Marketing Management Prerequisite: Marketing &/or Instructor Approval Grades: 11 -12 1 Credit

Marketing Management covers the same scope of topics as Marketing, but places a particular emphasis on business management and entrepreneurship, providing exposure to common techniques and problems of management. This program focuses on projects and on-the-job training and may be taught on a partial classroom/school release schedule with a mentorship component. Assistance will be provided to help the student find a job in a business area or coordinating a market program.

21 FINE ARTS

Instrumental Music

Band Prerequisite: Passing grade and previous band class experience. Audition for drum line and percussion students Grade 9 - 12 1.0 credit

Band is available to all students’ grades 9-12 that play wind or percussion instruments. Emphasis is on developing reading skills, individual technique, and basic music theory and music appreciation through the study of traditional and contemporary concert band and wind ensemble literature. Marching band will be emphasized the first quarter of the school year. Required performances will be required at football games, marching festivals, holiday concerts, KSHSAA State Band festival and spring concerts. Band members may also perform in jazz ensemble pep band, solos or small ensembles. This course may be repeated.

Color Guard Prerequisite: Audition in spring/ KSHSAA eligibility required Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit (fall only)

Color Guard is a unit of the marching band whose function is to interpret music through movement and color. Interpretation work includes dance, prop work (flags, streamers, other props etc) and marching. Required performances include pre-game and halftime shows at home football games, fall festival parade, color guard and marching band festival(s) and 1st semester basketball games. Audition/tryouts are held in spring. Students must be eligible under KSHSAA guidelines.

Jazz Improvisation and Music Theory (Fall only) Prerequisite: Wind players must be in Band, Vocalist must be in Choir, Rhythm section players by approval of the instructor Grades 9-12 .5 -1.0 credits

Jazz Improvisation and Music Theory is a performance-based class available to all students in grades 9-12 who play a wind instrument, sing, or play a rhythm section instrument (drum set, bass, guitar, piano). Emphasis is on developing jazz improvisational skills, playing/singing jazz styles (swing, jazz rock, rhythm & blues, Latin, and ballad), music reading skills, individual instrument technique, scat singing, music theory and ear training skills and jazz history. Students will study and perform traditional and contemporary jazz band and jazz combo literature. This course may be repeated.

Percussion Ensemble:( 2nd Semester Only) Prerequisite: Percussion students must enroll in Band during the 1st semester. Grades 9-12 .5 Credit

22 Percussion Ensemble is available to all students 9-12 who play percussion instruments. Emphasis is on developing individual technique, reading skills, basic music theory and music appreciation through the study of traditional and contemporary percussion ensemble, drum line and concert band literature. Performances will be required.

Vocal Music

Concert Choir Prerequisite: None Grade 9 1.0 credit

Concert Choir is a training choir of women’s voices designed for beginning high school singers. Skill acquisition includes vocal pedagogy (respiration, phonation, articulation and resonation), musicianship (sight singing, aural discrimination, singing with appropriate intonation, and execution of rhythmic figures with the voice), and artistry. Students may perform selections in English, Latin, Italian, German, French and/or other languages. The student will also learn score marking skills, musical terminology and how to interpret musical markings. Repertoire may include Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Post-Romantic/Impressionism and 20th century multi-styles. Self-discipline, rehearsal skills, focus and efficiency are critical skills to acquire as a member of this choral ensemble. Students are assessed in a number of ways from rehearsals to performances.

La Belle Chanson (Ladies Choir) Prerequisite: Audition Grade 9 - 12 1.0 credit

La Belle Chanson (the beautiful song) is a middle level women’s' choir that is open to all grade levels by audition only. Choir size can range from 16 - 24 voices. This ensemble sings a broad range of vocal repertoire from "classical" to popular. There is a certain amount of staging and/or choreography employed for certain performances. Basic vocal and musicianship skills are required. Required rehearsal skills include a basic knowledge of musical terms and self-discipline. The ensemble will perform both on and off campus throughout the year. A performance outfit will be required with a cost up to $90.00.

Men's Glee Club Prerequisite: Audition Grade 9 - 12 1.0 credit

23 Men's Glee Club is a middle level men's choir that is open to all grade levels. The glee club sings a broad range of vocal repertoire from "classical" to popular. Vocal and musicianship skill, which include a basic knowledge of musical terms and self-discipline, will be studied. The men's glee club will perform both on and off-campus throughout the year. A one-time fee for a tuxedo will be required.

Chamber Singers Prerequisite: Audition Grade 9 - 12 1.0 credit

Chamber Singers is the upper level choral ensemble. Students are eligible by audition only regardless of grade level. Audition for this ensemble requires prior experience as a choral singer, knowledge and success in classical vocal pedagogy and upper level musicianship and artistry. Basic skills in rehearsal procedures, score marking, knowledge of style and diacritical terms should already be in place. Issues of style in choral repertoire of the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century multi-styles will be the main focus of the group. Repertoire will be performed in a number of languages including, but not restricted to, English, Latin, Italian, French and German. Opportunities to perform will occur throughout the year on and off campus. Students in this ensemble will be encouraged to study private voice. Standards are high for this ensemble that requires an exceptional amount of student commitment. Ensemble size will range between 24 - 72 voices of sopranos, altos, tenors and bass/baritones. Performance outfits for Chamber Singers will be required with a cost that could range up to $90 for women and a one-time tuxedo fee for the men.

Rocketaires Prerequisite: Audition Grade 9 - 12 1.0 credit

Rocketaires is an upper level choral ensemble for experienced singers. Choir size can range from 16 - 24 singers of varying voice levels. Basic vocal pedagogy, musicianship and artistry should already be mastered upon audition. Repertoire may include Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century multi-styles. The choir is very much a performance oriented group and will represent the Vocal Department and school at frequent functions outside of the school day, both on and off campus. Performance outfits for Rocketaires will be required with a cost that could range up to $90 for women and a one-time fee for a tuxedo for the men.

Individual Voice Study Prerequisite: Student must be enrolled in a high school vocal music class Grade 10-12 .5-1.0

24 Students will study vocal pedagogy, musicianship, and artistry as a class. The emphasis of this program will be on solo literature as the repertoire. Each student will have at least one half-hour lesson individually each week, and will be required to sing solos for programs and regional contest.

Introduction to Art Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 11 .5 credit

Students in this class will be introduced to fine art, illustration, graphic design and careers in art. Areas of focus are drawing, painting illustration and hand built ceramics. Mediums used may include lead pencil, color pencil, charcoal, ink, tempera paint, watercolor paint, oil pastel and clay. Careers in art are discussed throughout the course. Students are responsible for the purchase of extra or special materials. Students are graded on creativity, accuracy, craftsmanship, mastery of tools, use of techniques taught and constructive use of time.

Ceramics, Sculpture and Production Pottery Prerequisite: Intro to Art Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Students in Ceramics will be introduced to hand built clay art, potters wheel art, ceramic glazes, clay mixing and the kiln firing process. Careers in ceramics i.e. production potters, glaze and clay technicians and fine art will be studied. Techniques covered in this class include hand forming, slab building, mold making and wheel throwing. Students are responsible for the purchase of extra or special materials for individual projects i.e. commercial glazes, wheel clays and glaze materials. Students are graded on creativity, accuracy, craftsmanship, mastery of tools, use of techniques taught and constructive use of time

Advanced Ceramics, Sculpture, and Production Pottery Prerequisite: Ceramics with a grade of B or better Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit

Students will learn to use advanced techniques needed to make hand formed clay containers, sculptures and wheel thrown clay vessels (including sets of pottery). Glaze technology, kiln firing (gas, electric, and vapor) and clay technology, will be studied. Students will make clay and glazes from raw materials and will assist in numerous types of kiln firings. The making of an art portfolio for scholarship purposes will be covered. Careers such as a production potter, glaze and clay technician and ceramic fine artist will be studied. Students are responsible for the purchase of extra or special materials for individual projects i.e. commercial glazes, wheel clays and glaze materials. Students are graded on creativity, accuracy, craftsmanship, and mastery of tools, use of techniques taught and constructive use of time. Students, who receive a B, or better, may repeat this course.

25 Drawing and Painting Prerequisite: Intro to Art Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Students in this course learn techniques of drawing, painting, printmaking, illustration and the use of computer-assisted art. Drawing mediums used in class may include lead pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel and oil pastels. Painting mediums and techniques used may include acrylic, oil, airbrush and watercolor. The printmaking medium and technique is watercolor mono-print. Illustration and commercial graphic design are taught throughout the course with many of the mediums listed above. Careers as a commercial artist, illustrator and fine artist will be covered. Students are responsible for the purchase of extra or special materials for individual projects i.e. oil paint and water colors. Students are graded on creativity, accuracy, use of techniques taught, and constructive use of time and development of individual style.

Advanced Drawing and Painting Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting with a B or better Grade 10 – 12 .5 credit

This course focuses on the advancing of skills and techniques learned in Drawing and Painting. While the mediums may stay the same, there will be more emphasis on exploring styles and being original. Students will be required to take their own photographs for art works. The making of an art portfolio for scholarship purposes will be covered. These portfolios may even begin to be channeled toward a particular career in art. The use of computers to create art, or help create art, is more likely than in the preceding courses. Students are responsible for the purchase of extra or special materials for individual projects i.e. oil paint and water colors. Grades will be based on creativity, accuracy, use of techniques taught. The constructive use of time and development of individual style is highly observed. Students, who receive a B, or better, may repeat this course.

Theater

Debate Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better (or instructor permission) and must meet KSHSAA eligibility Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit (fall semester)

Debate, a fall semester course for freshmen through seniors, involves learning the basics of research, organization and argumentation. Students will be involved in classroom debates as well as required competitive debates on Saturdays. Enrolling students must meet KSHSAA eligibility requirements. This course may be repeated with instructor permission. Grades will be determined by worksheets, classroom debates, quizzes, tests and participation at a minimum of three debate tournaments.

26 Forensics Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better (or instructor permission) and must meet KSHSAA eligibility Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit (spring semester)

Forensics, a spring semester course, involves research and preparation for individual speaking and acting events. These events include informative speaking, original oration, extemporaneous speaking, oral interpretation of prose, oral interpretation of poetry, solo acting, duet acting and improvised duet acting. Participation at forensic tournaments on Saturdays is required. This course may be repeated. Individual presentations and participation at three forensic tournaments will determine grades.

Integrated Fine Arts-Performance Dance Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

This class will teach choreography for musical theater and beginning level dance techniques in the styles of tap, jazz and ballroom. Previous dance experience is helpful, but not mandatory. Grades will be determined by knowledge, class participation and performances. The purchase of tap shoes, which may be ordered through the instructor, will be required. This class may be repeated with instructor permission.

Drama I Prerequisite: None Grade 9 -12 1 credit Drama I provides an introduction to theater as an art form. Theory and practice will be experienced by constructing, painting, and using scenery for the stage. Internal techniques of acting, characterization and the actor's analysis of the play and the role will be emphasized.

Advanced Drama Prerequisite: Drama I with a grade of B or better Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

Advanced Drama allows the continuation of methods established in Drama I with additional emphasis upon vocal and movement techniques, elements of design, and composition in scene design. Students will complete practical work in the design of sets for school productions. Participation in school theatrical productions is expected. This course may be repeated with instructor permission. Grades will be determined by participation and major projects.

Speech (Communication Studies) Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

27 This course studies the basic concepts of speech communication and listening as applied to public speaking. Leadership potential will be enhanced by improvement in traditional public speaking situations. In addition, an awareness of the elements of interpersonal communication and more meaningful interpersonal relationships will be developed through participation in-group dynamics. Grades will be determined by individual and group exercises, speeches and tests.

BCC Speech Prerequisite: High school Speech, Forensics or Debate Grade 11 -12 .5 Credit / 3 college credits

This course will involve message preparation, audience analysis, delivery, listening and criticism as applied to public speaking. Activities are designed to develop the student’s ability to communicate ideas and to interpret those of others. Students must earn a 'C' or better to receive credit at the college level and will be required to pay for three hours college tuition

BCC Speech. Enrollment requires a score of 18 or higher in English on the ACT, 500 on the ACT, SAT, or qualifying score on the ASSET Placement Test Additionally, students must either be passing or have passed junior year English

Foreign Language

Spanish I Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 12 1 credit

Spanish I is designed to introduce the student to the Spanish language and culture through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. In addition to the textbook and video series, sample activities include conversations, role-playing, songs, games, videos, cultural projects and creative story writing.

Spanish II Prerequisite: Spanish I Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

Spanish II continues to develop the student's Spanish language skills and cultural understanding through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. In addition to the

28 textbook and video series, class participation includes role-playing, conversations, songs, games, videos, creative story writing and cultural projects.

Spanish III Prerequisite: Spanish II Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

Spanish III involves a more in-depth study of the Spanish language and culture. Skills are developed through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. Students will participate in role-playing, conversations, songs, games, videos, creative story writing and cultural projects along with the textbook and video series.

Spanish IV Prerequisite: Spanish III Grade 12 1 credit

Spanish IV is designed to increase and enhance the student's acquired knowledge of the Spanish language and culture. Activities such as role-playing, conversations, songs, games, videos and creative story writing provide an in-depth review of concepts previously learned. New themes are introduced through the textbook and video series. grammatical structures & verb forms as well as abundant day-to-day vocabulary .

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Foods I: Learning to Cook (Spring only) Prerequisite: none (Due to very high demand space is limited) Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

This course is an introduction to the study of foods and nutrition. It will feature information about using the Food Guide Pyramid, the kitchen and its equipment, food preparation skills, food preparation, and meal planning and preparation. The student will learn to prepare a variety of foods including quick breads, eggs and breakfast meats, milk and cheese products, soups, salads, pasta, casseroles, fruits, simple desserts and cookies. Each kitchen group within the class will have the opportunity to plan and prepare a breakfast and lunch. This class is good to learn the basics of food preparation---and yes---you get to eat the food!

Foods II: Advanced Cooking (Spring only) Prerequisite: Foods I (Due to very high demand space is limited)

29 Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit

Foods II is an intermediate level study of foods and nutrition. The student will have the opportunity to prepare more advanced foods including meats, vegetables, yeast breads, pies, cakes and other desserts. Information about consumer spending in the supermarket, meal planning and preparation will also be studied. Each kitchen group will plan and prepare a dinner at the end of each unit. This course provides an excellent opportunity to learn proper preparation techniques for more advanced types of foods

Essentials in Interior and Textile Design Prerequisite: none (Due to very high demand space is limited) Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Textiles and Apparel is an introduction to the study of clothing selection and construction. Students will be exposed to a brief study of personal color analysis, clothing selection, wardrobe planning and clothing care. Fabric characteristics, construction and selection will be studied as well. Correct use of a sewing machine and serger will be used to learn basic clothing construction techniques while doing a variety of projects chosen by the student. Students will be required to supply their own sewing equipment, patterns and fabric for projects.

Trends in Interior and Textile Design Prerequisite: Textiles and Apparel (Due to very high demand space is limited) Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit This class is for the student who enjoys sewing and design. Students will explore career opportunities in the fashion, textiles and design fields. Emphasis will be on learning more advanced techniques of clothing construction. The student must supply his/her own sewing equipment, patterns, and fabric for projects.

Family Studies (Fall only) Prerequisite: none Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit

Students in Family Studies will gain an understanding of the function of families in society by focusing on the following topics:  Evaluate practices that maximize human growth & development  Analyze the roles & responsibilities of being a parent  Indentify community resources available to parents & families  Gain understanding of interpersonal relationships & methods to resolve conflict

Career and Community Connections (Fall only) Prerequisite: none Grade 11 -12 .5 credit

30 Career and Community Connections is designed to teach the skills needed to live on your own. Topics taught will include college or post-secondary training, career decisions, career trends and financial literacy. The student will also learn how to set up a home and take care of the basic physical needs like housekeeping, cooking grocery shopping and paying bills.

Career and Life Planning (Fall only) Prerequisite: none Grade 10 -12 .5 credit

Career and Life Planning is designed to teach skills for when one is living alone. Areas studied include decision-making processes, finding a job, banking, using credit, planning and following a budget, selecting a place to live, buying a car, insurance, housekeeping and clothing care. Real life experiences will be use to simulate projects. Anyone planning to be responsible for personal independence should take this course.

LANGUAGE ARTS

Freshman English  Prerequisite: none Grade 9 -12 1 credit

This is a fully integrated course in literature, composition and vocabulary. The study of literature will be genre-directed with students studying short stories, drama, poetry and novels. Composition includes grammar review and various types and formats of paragraphs, both as separate entities and as a part of the formal essay. Vocabulary instruction will be a part of literature study. Students will also engage in the practice of gathering information for research and complete a short research paper or project. Required Writing: paragraphs, formal essays and a 1 – 2 page formal research paper using MLA format.

Sophomore English  Prerequisite: Freshman English Grade 10 -12 1 credit

Sophomore English is a full year integrated course in literature and composition. The composition component will encompass various writing skills and styles, basic research and formal essay writing. The utilization of all six traits of quality writing, reinforcement of grammar, spelling and vocabulary also will be covered. The literature component will be comprised mainly of short stories, classic novels, and plays, but also will be enhanced with modern essays, non-fiction and poetry. Required writing: paragraphs, formal essays, and a 2 – 4 page formal research paper using MLA format.

31 Accelerated English 10  ** Prerequisite: A 250 word essay, previous two semesters of English with A’s and B’s, English scores above 80th percentile and teacher recommendation. Grade 10 1 credit

Accelerated Sophomore English is a course designed for the student with an aptitude for the language arts to be able to delve more deeply into a wider variety of texts and express this talent in a course designed for college preparatory skills. Accelerated English 10 consists of

 the regular Sophomore English curriculum.  a faster pace that allows time for additional texts that demonstrate literary techniques, e.g.  Candide by Voltaire and Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift, exemplifying satirical pieces that point out contemporary human vices in a colonialist British Empire.  Summer by Edith Wharton, exemplifying the German tradition of Bildungsroman and symbolism with seasonal plot progression and evidence of both the Romantic and Modernist movements.  the study of the Romantic and Modern literary movements through painting, poetry, and novels, including the poets William Blake, William Wordsworth, John Keats, Robert Frost, T.S. Eliot, Marianne Moore, Amy Lowell, Carl Sandburg, E. E. Cummings, and Scott Cairns, an independent Romantic novel, and the Modernist war novel All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Remarque.  a paper demonstrating parenthetical documentation that illustrates an in-depth understanding of the two movements and textual evidence of form versus function.  developing weekly grammatical skill-set exercises for students in Freshmen English. =Board of Regents approved course **Teacher permission require

Junior English  Prerequisite: Sophomore English Grade 11 -12 1 credit Junior English is a full year integrated course in literature, composition and vocabulary. A major emphasis is placed on the composition of a research paper, although other f ormal and informal essays will be assigned. Students will study the development of A merican literature from its beginning through the twentieth century. Emphasis will be placed on a study of the major authors and literary movements, as well as the techniq ues of writing. A formal MLA persuasive research paper or comparative on a contemp orary current issue topic is required. Required writings include paragraphs, formal ess ays, and a 4-5-page research paper

32 Accelerated English 11  ** Prerequisite: A 250 word essay, previous 4 semesters of English with A’s and B’s, English scores above 80th percentile and teacher recommendation. Grade 11 1 credit Accelerated English 11 consists of:  The regular Junior English curriculum including a survey of American literature and nonfiction works.  An in-depth study of the types of literary criticism (i.e. Psychoanalytic, Marxist, Reader-Response, Post-Colonial, and Feminist) combined with practical written responses to works studied throughout the year  Other writing and research based tasks aligned with Common Core Standards including narrative, expository and argumentative  A fast paced curriculum to allow the study of additional texts including more contemporary American authors of both fiction and nonfiction  Outside reading tasks  Development in skills of critical thinking, analysis, collaboration and communication

Senior English  Prerequisite: Junior English Grade 12 1 credit Senior English is a survey of British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon, the Medieval, the Renaissance, the Ro mantic, the Victorian and the Twentieth Century literary periods. The course will trace the development of E nglish language, culture and ideology as the foundation of American society. Advanced literary concepts will be defined and discussed as they apply to the various texts. Key writings include literary essays, and academ ic resume’, personal essays and a 7-8 page formal MLA style persuasive research paper culminating in a for mal presentation.

=Board of Regents approved course, **Teacher permission required

BCC English Comp 101 (EG 101) / BCC Comp 102 (EG 102) ** Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and pass BCC requirements for enrollment (see below) Grade 12 1 credit This course of study consists of two consecutive semester classes taught through Butler Com munity College at the Rose Hill campus. In the fall, English Composition 101 is a study of gra mmatical and rhetorical structures as applied to six different styles of short essays such as de scriptive, comparative, and process. In the spring, English Composition II will be placing emp hasis on reading and discussion of thought provoking essays an on precise and analytical writi ng. Regular themes and a library research paper of significant thought and development are r equired. =Board of Regents approved course, **Teacher permission required

33 BOTH COURSES MUST BE TAKEN TO FULFILL THE SENIOR ENGLISH REQUIREMENT. This is state standard. The student will be required to pay Butler Community College for 3 credit hours of tuition and textbooks each semester. The Butler College credits are recorded as PASS/FAIL on the high school transcript and do NOT affect the student's high school GPA. A grade of D or higher must be earned both semesters for the full English credit to be awarded for RHHS graduation purposes. Grades of C or higher will allow the student to transfer 6 credit hours to other state colleges and higher learning institutions. Students will not receive college credit if their grade falls below a C

Enrollment in these courses requires a score of 18 or higher in English on the ACT, or 500 on the SAT, or a qualifying score on the ASSET Placement Test. Additionally, students must either be passing or have passed junior year English.

**Teacher permission required =Board of Regents approved course

34 ENGLISH ELECTIVES THESE COURSES CANNOT BE TAKEN IN PLACE OF REQUIRED ENGLISH CLASSES.

Creative Writing Prerequisite: 1 years of high school English (B or better grade recommended) Grade 10-12 1/2 credit

Creative writing will explore the riches of both fictional and non-fictional writing using life experience and background knowledge as a guide. Students will create flash fiction, personal narratives, poetry, advertising, editorial and news writing, a short play/film script scene, as well as other modes of writing. Students will write, share, read, and critique their own works, as well as the works of their classmates. Memories, images, artwork, music, pop culture, other authors’ writing and “ticket” words will serve as inspiration for their creative works. Textbook: Poem Crazy (provided)

Mythology Prerequisite: 2 years of high school English (C or better grade recommended) Grade: 11-12 1/2 credit

Mythology consists of a European – based journey according to Dante’s Inferno in an attempt to understand the origins of the United Stats. Mythology will include legends and stories from Scandinavia, Britain, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Greece and Egypt. The students’ main focus will be on determining how different cultures deal with everyday social issues such as greed, wrath, violence, treachery, etc, as well as the cardinal virtues such as prudence, justice, and courage. Students will often use the PowerPoint presentations, short compositions, and Garage band.

35 MATHEMATICS

Pre-Algebra Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 11 1 credit

Pre-Algebra is an introductory level course in mathematics designed to prepare students to take Algebra I. Basic math skills are reviewed with an emphasis on percents and negative numbers. Problem solving skills and reading math problems is also emphasized. Understanding Algebra by using variable and equations is a major objective of this class. Materials needed: Scientific calculator and graph paper. Evaluation is based on tests, class participation and homework.

Algebra I  Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 12 1 credit

Algebra I is an introductory level mathematics course. Solving equations using unknown factors and applications to problem solving situations is stressed. An introduction to the properties of numbers prepares a student to advance to higher-level math classes. Materials needed: 3 ring binder, loose-leaf paper, scientific calculator and graph paper. Evaluation is based on tests, class participation and homework.

Geometry  Prerequisite: Algebra I with a C or better Grade 9* - 12 * If Algebra I is successfully taken at the 8th grade level. 1 credit

Geometry is a middle level mathematics class. The study of geometry will include properties, definitions, relationships, theorems of angles, polygons, quadrilaterals and circles. Deductive proofs will be stressed. Applications of the geometric principles to real-life situations will be included. Materials needed: Scientific calculator, 3 ring binder, loose leaf paper, graph paper, transparent protractor, and a compass. Evaluation is based on tests, class participation and homework

=Board of Regents approved course

36 Honors Geometry  ** Prerequisite: Algebra I with a B or better & teacher permission Grade: 9* – 12 1 credit

Honors Geometry is a course for the student planning to attend college in a math intensive field. This course will cover more material with more depth than the regular Geometry course. Students will be expected to do extended individual projects outside of the school day. Proofs will be stressed as well as the application of geometric principles to real life situations. Materials needed include: Science calculator, graph paper, compass and protractor. Students must maintain at least a C each semester to remain in the Honors Math Program. Evaluation is based on tests, quizzes, daily work and projects. * If Algebra I is successfully taken at the 8th grade level.

Algebra II  Prerequisite: Algebra I with a C or better (Geometry strongly recommended) Grade 9* - 12 1 credit

Algebra II is an upper level mathematics class and should be taken by college bound students who have an average or above-average ability in math. Algebra I concepts will be reviewed as needed. Solving higher order equations with more problem solving applications and proofs of the concepts learned are the major focus of this class. Required materials: Graphing calculator (TI 83 or TI 84) and graph paper. Evaluation is based on class participation and homework with an emphasis on tests. * If Algebra I is successfully taken at the 8th grade level.

Honors Algebra II ** Prerequisite: Geometry with a B or better or Honors Geometry & teacher permission Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

Honors Algebra II is a course for the student who plans to attend college in a math intensive field. This course will cover more material and with more depth that the regular Algebra II course. Students in this course will be prepared to take higher-level college math courses such as AP Calculus. Required materials include a graphing calculator (TI 83 or TI 84) and graph paper. Students must maintain at least a C each semester to remain in the Honors Math Program

Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry  Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry (C or better grade) Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

37 The main goal of this class is to prepare students for both college algebra and calculus. This class is an upper level mathematics class and should be taken by college bound students who have an interest in math and/or science. College Algebra topics such as functions and their graphs, matrices, and the six trigonometry functions will be studied. Required materials: Graphing Calculator (TI 83 or TI 84) Grades will be based on class participation, daily work and homework with an emphasis on test

Honors Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry ** Prerequisite: Geometry and Algebra II with a B or better (or Honors Algebra II) & teacher permission Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

Honors Pre-Calculus is a course for the student with a high interest in math. This class will cover more material in more depth than the regular Pre-Calculus class. Topics will focus on preparing students to take AP Calculus the following year. Required materials include a graphing calculator (TI 83 or TI 84) and graph paper. Students must maintain at least a C each semester to remain in the Honors Math Program =Board of Regents approved course **Teacher permission required

Advanced Placement Calculus ** Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry w/a B or better. Teacher recommendation required Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

The goal of this class is for the student to take the Advanced Placement Calculus AB Test and receive college credit in Calculus I. The course sequence for this curriculum will be followed. This includes derivatives and integration and their applications. Required materials: Graphing Calculator (TI 83 or TI 84) and graph paper. Grades will be based on class participation, daily work and homework with an emphasis on tests.

BCC College Algebra (MA135) Prerequisites: Algebra II with a B or better. Pass BCC requirements for enrollment (see below) Grade 11 - 12 .5 high school credit/3 hours college credit

This course assumes familiarity with graphing, factoring, and simplifying radicals. Topics include functions and their graphs, polynomials, systems of equations, exponents and logarithms. Required materials: TI 80 or 83 model graphing calculator. Students must earn a 'C' or better to receive credit at the college level and will be required to pay for three hours college tuition and textbooks to the college at the time of college enrollment.

38 College Algebra enrollment requires a score of 21 or higher on the Math portion of the ACT, 500 or higher on the SAT (Math portion) or a qualifying score on the ASSET Placement Test

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Freshman Physical Education Prerequisite: None Grade 9 - 12 1 credit

Students in this class will be introduced to fundamental skills and information of various team sports, individual sports and health topics. Activities that improve overall fitness will be stressed. Students will complete the AAHPERD physical fitness test and participate in units such as: volleyball, Lacrosse, body systems, basketball, pickle ball, badminton, soccer, softball and flag football. Topics studied in the health part of the class will include substance abuse, human sexuality and first aide. Materials needed: Uniform and tennis shoes. Grading in this class will be based on daily work, skill tests and written tests.

Recreational Sports (Spring only) (Due to very high demand space is limited) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Freshman Phys Ed Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit

Students will practice fundamental skills, learn playing rules and participate in recreational sports tournaments. Activities that will improve students overall fitness will also be introduced. Recreational Sports will be offered during the Spring semester only. Students will complete the AAHPERD physical fitness test and participate in units such as: pickle ball, golf, and badminton and buka ball. This course can be repeated for credit. Grades in this class will be based on daily work, skills tests and written tests.

Team Sports (Fall only) (Due to very high demand space is limited) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Freshman Phys Ed Grade 10 - 12 .5 credit

Students will practice fundamental skills, learn playing rules and participate in team sports tournaments. Activities that will improve students overall fitness will also be introduced. Team Sports will be offered during the Fall semester only. Students will complete the AAHPERD physical fitness test and participate in units such as: volleyball, basketball, flag

39 football, soccer and softball. This course can be repeated for credit. Grades in this class will be based on daily work, skills tests and written tests.

Physical Conditioning II/Sports Performance Length: 1 Semester Grade: 9-10-11-12 Credit: 1/2 COED Prerequisite: A or B in Physical Conditioning (instructor’s approval & weight room evaluation)

Level of Difficulty: High. Student must be active in a RHHS athletic program. This course is designed to improve aspects of fitness that relate to athletic performance. This includes improving one’s strength, power, flexibility, speed, cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, body composition, agility, and skill development. Reducing the risk of injury and proper sports nutrition will also be emphasized. This class is for the highly motivated student who is seriously interested in improving his/her athletic performance. Students must maintain an A or B grade to continue to enroll in this class. Can be repeated.

Physical Conditioning I Boys or Girls Prerequisite: Successful completion of Freshman Phys Ed Grade 10 - 12 .5 - 1.0 credit

Exercises in flexibility, weight training, aerobics, anaerobic, and plyometrics will be utilized in the physical conditioning class. This course can be repeated for credit. Grades in this class will be based on daily work and class participation.

Aerobics and Fitness Prerequisite: Successful completion of Freshman PE Grade 10 – 12 .5 credit

Students in this class will participate in a variety of fitness activities aimed to improve the student’s overall fitness levels. Students will participate in aerobics, yoga, Pilates, kickboxing and a selection of fitness activities and games. Grades will be based on participation and written tests. This course can be repeated for credit.

40 SCIENCE Physical Science Prerequisite: None Grade: 9 - 12 1 credit

Physical Science introduces the basic principles of chemistry, physics, and earth and space science to the student. Concepts studied in physical science include: the scientific method, making measurements, the chemistry of matter, energy and forces, the earth’s processes and resources, and basic structures of the universe. Many of the activities and assignments will be math based. Students will be challenged at higher levels and expected to work more independently than in the Introductory Physical Science course. Laboratory investigations and demonstrations are used to help the student understand the concepts covered. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, quizzes, work sheets, laboratory/project activities, and daily work.

Biology  Prerequisite: Physical Science (regular or introductory levels) or concurrent enrollment in Physical Science with instructor permission. Grade: 9 -12 1 credit

Biology is the study of living things. This is a one-year course in which students will explore biochemistry, cell structure and function, themes of biology, heredity, invertebrates, vertebrates, cellular respiration, and photosynthesis. In addition, instruction will be focused on how living things depend and interact with other living things and their environment. Concepts from this course are used extensively on the state science assessment. Students will have the opportunity to participate in laboratory investigations. These investigations will include using the tools of the biologist, i.e. microscopes, balances, etc. and dissection. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, quizzes, daily work, laboratory activities, and projects. This course will fulfill the required Biology credit for graduation

Advanced Biology  Prerequisite: Physical Science and Biology with a grade of C or better. Teacher permission. Grade: 10 - 12 1 credit

Advanced biology involves a detailed study of biological principles and how they apply to living organisms. Students enrolled in this course will study concepts such as cell organization, ecological relationships, classification and the structure and function of invertebrates, vertebrates and plants. Lecture, laboratory investigations and individual projects will be used to help students understand the concepts presented. Dissection is a major portion of this class. The student's grade is based on test scores, quizzes, reports, worksheets, laboratory activities, dissections and other projects. =Board of Regents approved course **Teacher permission required

41 Earth/Space Science ** Prerequisite: Physical Science and Geometry w/ C or better + Teacher permission Grade: 10 - 12 1 credit

This course introduces the basic principles of the earth’s processes and structure, our solar system, and the universe to the student. Concepts and topics studied in earth/space science include: making measurements, geology, meteorology, oceanography, environmental issues, natural resources, and astronomy. Many of the activities and assignments will be math based and students will be challenged to perform work at higher levels. Laboratory investigations and demonstrations are used to help the student understand the concepts covered. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, quizzes, work sheets, laboratory/project activities, and daily work.

Conceptual Physical Science Prerequisite: Physical Science and concurrent enrollment in Algebra II Grade: 11 – 12 1 credit

This year long course is suggested and recommended for Juniors and/or Seniors. Conceptual Physical Science will cover such topics as electricity and magnetism, gravity, waves and light and other topics not covered in Physics. The class will be designed around conceptual subjects with low math emphasis. Labs may be associated with these topics. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, quizzes, work sheets, laboratory/project activities, and daily work.

Environmental Science Prerequisite: Biology Grade: 11 – 12 1 credit

Environmental Science is the study of the relationship of humans and the world in which we live. It includes conservation and protection of natural resources, environmental education, and environmental research. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, daily work, laboratory activities and projects.

Human Anatomy and Physiology** Prerequisite: Physical Science and Biology with a grade of C or better + Teacher permission Grade: 11 - 12 1 credit

Human anatomy and physiology deals with the study of the human body. Anatomy is the branch of science that deals with the structure of the human body. Physiology is the branch of science that deals with the function of the human body. This class will cover material at a quick pace and is targeted for college bound students. Concepts include anatomical

42 terminology, biochemistry, organization of cells and tissues, cellular metabolism, organ systems (integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, digestive and respiratory), nutrition and diseases. Lectures and laboratory investigations will be used to help students understand the concepts presented. Dissection is used to help students become familiar with the various structures of the body. Grades for this course will be based on test scores, quizzes, reports, laboratory activities, dissections and other projects.

Chemistry I  Prerequisite: Physical Science and Algebra I with a grade of C or better Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

Chemistry is the study of matter and energy. Concepts examined include the properties of matter, the structure of atoms, forms of matter, gas laws, energy changes in matter, chemical reactions and stoichiometry. Class discussions and labs are used to help students understand the concepts in this course. The student's grade will be based on tests, laboratory work, quizzes and daily assignments. Students considering a scientific field of study in college are strongly encouraged to take Chemistry as a sophomore.

Chemistry II** Prerequisite: Chemistry I and Algebra II with a grade of B or better. Teacher permission Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

This advanced chemistry course is designed for the student who is seeking further knowledge of chemistry concepts. Topics include the structure of matter, chemical reactions, reaction rates, equilibrium states, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry and descriptive chemistry. Lecture and laboratory investigations are used to help students understand concepts that are discussed in class. The student's grade will be based on tests, laboratory work and assigned questions and problems.

Physics ** Prerequisite: Chemistry with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in Pre-Calculus Teacher Permission required. Grade: 12 1 credit

Physics is the study of the relationships between matter and energy. It involves the study of fundamental laws that govern our universe. Major emphasis will be placed on skills to solve physics problems. Students intending to major in science, engineering or various medical fields should take this course. Lecture and laboratory investigations are used to help the student understand the concepts that are presented in class. This is a math based physics course that requires knowledge of algebra, geometry and trigonometry. The student's grade will be based on tests, laboratory work, quizzes and assigned questions and problems.

43 =Board of Regents approved course **Teacher permission required

SOCIAL STUDIES

World History  Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

This general history course covers the earliest civilizations up to the present time. Emphasis of study will be the beginning of Western Civilization, the West in the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformation, the transition to modern times, the emergence of the modern world the age of Imperialism, the World Wars, totalitarianism and the Postwar world. Grades will be based on tests, quizzes, homework and special reports.

World Geography  Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Entering the twenty-first century the world has become a much smaller place than it was a hu ndred years ago. Advances in technologies have narrowed these distances making these forei gn lands our newest neighbors. Students will use geography skills that provide them with tool s to help understand the relationships created between people, places, and environment. The course will help students put a face on the world that surrounds them. Grades will be based o n tests, quizzes, homework and various projects.

Current Issues and Affairs  Prerequisite: World Geography or World History Grade 10- 12 .5 - 1 credit

Current local, state, national, and world issues that affect our lives is the main focus of this course. The student will use newspapers, periodicals and newscasts to gather information on the above issues. The objective being to become a more informed citizen, and to understand the societal impact of those issues that shape our everyday life. This course may be taken two times during the student’s high school career. Grades will be determined by quizzes, newspaper critiques and questions over assigned television programs.

Sociology 

44 Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 12 .5 credit

Sociology is an entry-level course about the study of society and its people. It is designed to give the student an overview of the study of man and his relationships to his fellow man. Students will be introduced to important concepts, principles, terms and theories in the field of sociology. Topics covered in the course include culture and how it affects and shapes one's life and socialization and how it occurs. Other areas of study will include adolescence, sex roles, the importance of the family unit, and the function of education and religion in society and the function of the government. Application of the theories and principles of sociology to the student's life is the primary goal of this class. Grades will be determined by quizzes, worksheets, tests, classroom activities and classroom discussions.

BCC Sociology (BS 105) Prerequisite: Sociology or Psychology & Pass BCC requirements for enrollment (see pg 48) Grade 11 - 12 .5 credit and 3 hours of college credit

A survey course that emphasizes how the groups to which we belong shape our development of self and the way life in our society is lived. Some topics are culture, socialization, collective behavior, institutions, and stratification, inequalities of gender and age and deviance. This course will enable the student to understand the development, structure, and functioning of human groups and how these groups shape development and way of life. Students will be able to apply the knowledge they gain about topics that include culture, socialization, collective behavior, institutions, stratification, inequalities of gender and age, deviance and social change. Students must earn a 'C' or better to receive credit at the college level and will be required to pay for three hours college tuition and textbooks to the college.

Business Economics  Prerequisite: none (required for all sophomores) Grade 10- 12 .5 credit

Economics is designed to give the student a basic background on economic concepts, scarcity, supply and demand, the market system, money and banking, the Federal Reserve System, the national economy and competition in the marketplace. Cooperative learning will be used extensively in this course. All sophomores are required to take this course. Student evaluation will be based on unit tests, daily work and a final exam.

Psychology 

45 Prerequisite: none Grade 10-12 .5 credit

An overview of the world of psychology and the various types of psychology is the purpose of this course. It is the intent of the instructor to involve the student in the basics of psychology as a science and as a means of improving the understanding of the human processes that are involved. Life application of psychology will be an emphasis in this course. . Grades will be determined by daily work, test scores and 3 - 4 outside projects

BCC Psychology Prerequisite: Pass BCC requirements for enrollment (See pg 48) Grade 11-12 .5 credit

This course will enable the student to apply the knowledge gained about topics including the biological basis of behavior, sensation, learning, cognition, intelligence, motivation, development, personality, psychological disorders and social psychology to their lives. The student will be able to use this knowledge in his/her life as he/she interacts with others.

American History  Prerequisite: none Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe the important historical developments in America from 1865 to the present, the development of American culture and the impact of major social issues on the moral consciousness of America. Further, the student will be able to explain the reasons why and how America grew to be a world power. Grades will be determined by daily work and tests.

US Government  Prerequisite: none Grade 12 .5 credit

After completing this course, the student will be able to describe how the constitution has shaped our country, recognize the interdependence between state and federal government and identify their rights and responsibilities as a United States citizen. Grades will be determined by worksheets, quizzes and tests.

46 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Introduction to Industrial Technology Prerequisite: none Grade 9 - 11 .5 credit

Introduction to Industrial Technology is a course designed to introduce freshmen through juniors to the technology programs offered at RHHS. These programs include Digital Video, Drafting, Graphic Arts, Publishing and Woodworking. A strong emphasis is placed on career opportunities in these industries.

Residential Carpentry I A & B Prerequisite: Intro to Industrial Technology Grade: 10 – 12 1 credit

Residential Carpentry I is a comprehensive course designed to instruct students in the basic knowledge and skills required for construction of residential structures.

Residential Carpentry II A & B Prerequisite: Residential Carpentry I Grade: 11 – 12 1 credit

Residential Carpentry II is an advanced comprehensive course designed to instruct students in skills pertaining to rough construction and finish work. Students will expand on skills learned in Carpentry I and are expected to demonstrate high quality work in their projects. This course may be repeated with instructor permission

Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design I A & B Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology Grade 10 – 12 (Due to very high demand space is limited) 1 credit

This is a comprehensive course designed to instruct students in the basic knowledge and skills required for cabinetmaking and furniture design. The student will build a series of projects in order to learn basic skills related to woodworking. This includes wood identification, machining, sawing and drilling, assemble and finishing techniques. The student will be responsible for the cost of any materials used. The student will be responsible for the cost of any materials used.

47 Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design II A & B Prerequisite: Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design I Grade 11 - 12 1 credit

This advanced level course is designed to provide students with experience in construction cases, cabinets, furniture and interior woodwork. The student will be responsible for the cost of any materials used. This course may be repeated with instructor permission

Drafting/CAD A & B Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology Grade 9 – 11 1 credit

Students will learn the fundamentals of creating technical drawings through the use of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software. This course would benefit any student considering a career in design, architecture, engineering, or construction.

Architectural Design A & B Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology Grade 10 - 12 1 credit

In Architectural Design students learn the fundamentals of architectural design and drawings. Students learn to create a basic set of architectural plans, including floor plans, elevations, sections and detail drawings. Students also complete a major design project. Those students interested in a career in architecture, interior design or construction would benefit from this course.

Advanced Architectural Drafting Prerequisite: Architectural Design with a "C" or better Grade 11 - 12 .5 credit

This is an advanced level application course covering specific research-based topics in architectural design. This course allows students to do advanced CAD work in the area of Architectural drafting. The student will be able to work primarily in areas of individual interest. This course may be repeated with instructor permission

Sequence of courses for Drafting and Construction

Design and Pre-Construction Introductory Introduction to Industrial Technology - .5 credit Pathway Level Drafting/CAD-Required Technical Level Architectural Drafting -Required

48 Residential Carpentry I Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design I Application Level Advanced Studies - .5 Credit Construction Pathway Introductory Introduction to Industrial Technology - .5 credit Level Residential Carpentry I Technical Level Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design I Residential Carpentry II Application Level Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design II

A/V Communication Pathway for Technology

Students enrolling n the A/V Communication pathway can qualify by taking either Intro to Industrial Tech, Computer Applications or Career and Life Planning. *

Graphic Design Fundamentals Prerequisite: * (See above) 5 credit Grade 10 -12. Graphic Design Fundamentals provides a basic understanding of the graphic design process. Topics include analyzing the design elements and principles, exploring industry tools, software and equipment and learning composition techniques to develop a quality product.

21st Century Journalism (1st semester only) Prerequisite: * (See above) .5 credit Grade 10-12

Students will be exposed to instruction that promotes the development of the skill set needed today and in the future. Topics include an exploration of the role media and the communications industry has on society, the development of the technical skills related to journalistic writing and interviewing, as well as the understanding of the ethical and legal issues related to the field.

Photo Imaging: 1/2 credit [first semester-Fall only] Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology. Grades 9-12 A one semester course in the fundamentals of still photography using PhotoShop software to prepare, enhance, and illustrate digital photographs. Photo Imaging teaches the techniques needed to produce quality images in a variety of applications. Topics include use of equipment, software and techniques to take, edit and manipulate digital images.

Audio/Video Production Fundamentals Prerequisite: * (See above) .5 credit Grade 10-12

Audio/Video Production Fundamentals provides basic understanding of producing video for a variety of uses. Topics include analyzing the preproduction, production and post-production process, as well as explore the equipment and techniques used to develop a quality video production.

49 Digital Media Technology (2nd semester only) Prerequisite: * (See above) Grade 10-12 .5 credit

Digital Media Technology teaches the technical skills needed to work with electronic media. Topics include exploring the use of digital media an video today and in the future, a study of relationship of work flow to project planning and completion and the software, equipment and tools used in the industry.

Video Production Prerequisite: * (See Above) Grade 11-12 .5 credit

Video Production applies the technical skills learned in Audio Video Production Fundamentals by allowing students to orchestrate projects from setting the objectives to the post-production evaluation. The subject of the presentation may be determined in a number of ways, but must address an authentic need. The complexity of the presentation is not the focus of the course, but the experience of the entire process in, to include planning the presentation, setting up the studio (if applies), acting as videographer and editor to make it fluid and seamless.

Digital Media Design and Production A or B (A=Newspaper) & (B=Yearbook) Prerequisite: Prerequisite: * (See Above) Teacher permission Grade 10-12 1 credit

Digital media Design and Production A will provide students with the opportunity to apply the fundamental techniques learned in the Digital Media technology course through the produc tion of a multi-media project for public presentation. Topics include developing a production s chedule, working as a team, utilizing composition principles and embedding audio, video or ot her components in digital formats. This class will apply digital tools and processes to focus on the production of the school newspaper. The Rock-It News is a student publication which help s teach work place knowledge and understanding such as: responsibility and meeting deadline s, work place norms and expectations, and use of production skills and tools.

Digital media Design and Production B will provide students with the opportunity to apply the fundamental techniques learned in the Digital Media technology course through the produc tion of a multi-media project for public presentation. Topics include developing a production sc hedule, working as a team, utilizing composition principles and embedding audio, video or oth er components in digital formats. This class will apply digital tools and processes to focus on t he production of the school yearbook. The Flame yearbook is a student publication which help s teach work place knowledge and understanding such as: responsibility and meeting deadline s, work place norms and expectations, and use of production skills and tools. SPECIALTY COURSES

50 Teacher/Office/Library Aide Prerequisite: 3.0 cumulative GPA for Juniors, 2.5 GPA for Seniors, excellent attendance and signed teacher permission form Grade 11 - 12 Credit: .5

Students wanting to assist a staff member in a specific subject area should consider taking this course. There is a limit of one aide per teacher and two office aides per hour. Permission forms may be picked up in the counseling office. No teacher aides will be scheduled during 4th hour. Juniors cannot be teacher aides outside of the high school (i.e.middle, primary or intermediate schools).

Vocational Training Courses offered through Cowley Community College. Prerequisite: (See below)* Grade 11 - 12 Credit: 4 credits

*1. The student must be on schedule for graduation. *2. The student must provide his/her own transportation. *3. Written application for Voc-Tech must be submitted to the counseling office before the completion of the voc tech enrollment process. *4 Applicants must meet with CCC representative(s) at the Spring College Enrollment meeting held at RHHS. Prior notification of the student’s intent must be given to the Senior counselor *5 Enrollment at the high school will be for 4.0 credits *6. The student must have a 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA *7. Requirements for acceptance at the Voc-Tech must be met *8. Funding will be provided to the Kansas Board of Regents to pay the tuition for all high school students enrolled in a career and technical education course/program in a community college or technical college.

A partial, but not inclusive, list of areas available includes Integrated Technology, Auto Technology, Rapid Manufacturing, Machine Process, Welding and Auto Body repair. For more information see the senior counselor.

Dual Credit BCC Course Offerings* Prerequisite: College admission and enrollment requirements Grade 11 – 12: Credit: Will vary by course and will be given at the high school and college. College Courses available during high school hours include: English Composition and British Literature Sociology (Fall only) Psychology (Fall only) Speech (Spring only) College Algebra (Fall only) College Trigonometry (Spring only) Students who enroll at BCC must see a college advisor. All enrollment and tuition payments must be done with a BCC Advisor at the college.

51 The student will be responsible for required textbooks and tuition costs. The grade earned will appear on the college transcript. Students will earn high school credit with a pass/fail grade, which will not affect his/her high school GPA. Students must earn a 'C' or better at the college to receive college credit.

ENROLLMENT IN COLLEGE COURSES MUST BE DONE DURING BCC'S ENROLLMENT PERIOD AND BEFORE CURRENT SEMESTER CLASSES START AT THE HIGH SCHOOL!

*New 2012 KS State legislation allocates funding that will be provide to the Kansas Board of Regents colleges to pay the tuition for all high school students enrolled in a approved CTE career and technical education course/program in a community college or technical college.

BCC Intro to Health Sciences I & II Prerequisite: minimum sophomore classification Grade: 10-11 No Credit

Health Science I will expose students to the variety of opportunities within the health care industry i.e. nursing, therapy, dental care, administrative services and lab technology. Besides health career awareness, this course will provide experiences in Health Science Education along with information and knowledge related to the health care industry as a whole. This course will also prepare the student for the entrance exams needed to be accepted into health Academy I & II. It is strongly recommended that the future Health Academy student enroll in Chemistry I as well as Biology. This course will meet several times throughout the school year at &: 30 on “late start” Wednesday. There is a $25.00 fee to BCC for this course. This course must be taken before being admitted to the BCC Health Academy.

BCC Health Academy I/II Prerequisite: Intro Health Sciences I/II Grade: 11-12: 4 Credits

For any student interested in a health care career field, Butler Community College @ RH is offering a 2-year health care program to prepare for one of many careers in the health care industry. Academy content includes career exploration, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, therapeutic nutrition and pathophysiology. The Health Academy student will be enrolled in 26 to 32 college hours. Certifications may include Certified Nurse Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician. Students will be expected to take BCC College Algebra and Trigonometry as part of their health Academy experience. Successful completion of the math and sciences courses will count toward’ high school graduation requirements. College textbooks will be provided for Health Academy students. Acceptance into BCHSA is contingent upon passing BCC admission requirements.

52 BCC Health Academy III/IV Prerequisite: Successful completion of Health Academy I/II

Health Academy III/IV is the second year of this two-year program. The BCHSA student will be enrolled in 29 hours of college credit. Academy course content will include BCC English Composition 101 and 102, BCC speech, BCC General Psychology, BCC Microbiology, BCC Pathophysiology and Medical Terminology. BCC English Composition 101 and 102 will count towards the RHHS Senior English requirement.

BCC Early College Information Technology Academy

The new Early College Information Technology Academy offers high school students an opportunity to begin building college credit in these fields of study while they are still in high school to students who are interested in expanding their skills.

All in all, information technology at Butler is a flexible, student-responsive learning experience designed to help you succeed in the constantly advancing world of digital information services.

For information on our Information Technology programs and the Degrees & Certifications offered, visit the individual homepage of the departments below.

 Cyber Security & Internetworking Management  Database Administration  Interactive & 3D Technology  Software Development  Web Development  Windows Administration

BCC Early College Public Safety Academy (Brand New)

The opportunity to start saving lives early.

Butler Community College is currently developing the Early College Public Safety Academy (ECPSA). The ECPSA will allow high school students to earn a Certificate of Completion in Public Safety which includes:

 Broad exposure to Fire Science, Criminal Justice, Emergency Medicine, or Emergency Communications as sophomores.  Options to earn endorsements and certificates in a field concentration of your choice during your Junior and Senior years.  Exposure to professionals, instructors, and leaders in your field of interest. The ECPSA is endorsed by Emergency Services leaders, Chiefs, and Directors.  Certification allowing students more opportunities as Public Safety employee candidates.  Most ECPSA College credit hours will qualify for Career and Technical class funding subsidizing tuition costs.

“If a student applied to my agency with these credentials and a proper attitude I would not hire them as a trainee, I would hire them at a higher level of responsibility and pay scale and put them to work” Mr. Chris Davis, Director Butler County Kansas Emergency Communications

53 “An applicant that has the broad exposure and skill set available through a program like this would definitely get my attention over others.” Chief Steve Moody, El Dorado Fire Department Contact

Terry Love Director, ECPSA (316)323-6148 Office: BOE 1600 Building [email protected]

Dona Larimer Administrative Assistant (316)323-6150 [email protected]

College Release Grade 12 High school and parent permission required before college enrollment Credit varies

Seniors who have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA may take college courses at area colleges or universities as their high school schedule allows.

1. During first semester, it is strongly recommended that the senior take only one college course during the regular high school day. 2. During second semester the senior student who has completed all graduation requirements except English will be assigned senior release 3. High school credit may be given for college classes taken if the principal and/or counselor approve them in advance. Five hours of college credit will be recognized as the equivalent of one high school credit. 4. Students participating in KSHSAA activities must be enrolled in five RHHS classes to meet local and state eligibility requirements 5. The senior must provide the principal and/or counselor with proof of payment for college enrollment before high school classes commence. 6. The student is responsible for all tuition, fees, and other expenses incidental to the college class or classes. 7. In order to receive high school credit, an official college grade card must be presented to the high school registrar and/or counselor. 8. College release time must be at the beginning or end of the day

Evening courses at any of the area colleges may be available for dual-credit. A request for high school credit must be made and approved by the principal and/or senior counselor. Refer to the college advisor/admissions for courses offered and availability.

54 NON CREDIT SENIOR OPPORTUNITIES* (Spring Semester Only) Senior Release* Prerequisite: Senior on track for graduation. A Senior Release Permission form must be submitted Credit: none

Seniors who have completed all of their high school credits except English and/or Government may request Senior Release. After attending their class or classes, the senior may request permission to leave.

*Seniors participating in KSHSAA sanctioned activities must be enrolled in five courses at the high school.

55 ROSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL 4 – YEAR PLANNING SHEET

9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE Freshman English Sophomore English Junior English Senior English Physical Science Biology U.S. History US Government (.5) Physical Education Economics Science______Math ______Math ______Math______Elective Social Studies? ______3 elective credits ______2 elective credits 3.5 elective credits ______NAME: ______5.5 elective credits