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 General Information ...... 2  Graduation Requirements ...... 3  Miscellaneous Academic Matters...... 5  State University Admission Requirements ...... 7  NCAA Initial-Eligibility ...... 8  AP Courses/Dual Credit Courses at UHS ...... 9  Course Offerings...... 10  Art ...... 12  Business Education (Career and Technical Education) ...... 15  Central Campus/DMACC Opportunities ...... 18  Computers (Career and Technical Education)...... 21  English ...... 22  Family and Consumer Sciences (Career and Technical Education) ...... 27  Foreign Language ...... 29  Interdisciplinary/Integrated...... 33  Mathematics ...... 35  Music ...... 38  Online AP Classes...... 40  Physical Education/Health ...... 42  Science ...... 44  Social Studies ...... 47  Technology Education/Industrial Technology (Career and Technical Education) ...... 51  Vocational...... 54 General Information

Administrators

 Brian Coppess Principal  Tim Carver Associate Principal  Dania Wilson Dean of Students  Bill Watson Activities Director

Counselors

 Jill Duffield A - E  Tracy Edwards F -K  Darlene Wagner L - Q  Eric Sackett R - Z

Student Fees*

General Fees

Books & Materials $90.00 Student Planner $5.00 Replacement ID $5.00

*Subject to change for 2014-2015

** No student enrolled in the Urbandale Community School District shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in the District's programs on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, ethnic background, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic background. The policy of the District shall be to provide educational programs and opportunities for students as needed on the basis of individual interests, values, abilities and potential.** Graduation Requirements

C redits Required For Graduation 46 credits are required for graduation. In general, a credit represents one semester of study.

Required Credits

English English 2 credits Language and Literature 1 credit Speech Communication 1 credit Reading elective 1 credit Writing elective 1 credit English electives 2 credits

Social Studies American History 2 credits American Government 1 credit Social Studies electives 2 credits Economics 1 credit

Math 6 credits

Science 6 credits

Health 1 semester Health 1 credit *JROTC credit does not fulfill this Health requirement.

Physical Education 4 years/every other day 2 credits

Physical Education is required by state law each year the student is in attendance unless the student is medically excused. Medical excuses for exemption from required Physical Education will be considered on an individual basis, with administrative approval necessary.

Students must meet state CPR certification requirements for graduation.

Fine/Practical Arts 1 credit

Computer Applications 1 credit Elective Credits Electives chosen by the student, with assistance from teachers, parents, and counselors, will complete the total number of credits needed for graduation. Elective credit may include unlimited credits from courses in Art, Business, Computers, English, Family and Consumer Sciences, Foreign Language, Industrial Technology, Interdisciplinary/Integrated, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Most electives are awarded one credit per semester. According to School Board Policy 638.4: "Students who successfully complete a high school elective prior to high school will have the course recorded in their high school records and the course will apply to the subject area credit requirements for a diploma, but it will not apply to the minimum total credit requirements for a diploma. The grade will not be calculated in the student's grade point average."

Extension Credits A student may apply extension credits toward graduation (i.e., college, correspondence, or consortium courses) with the principal's prior approval.

Early Graduation Students are permitted to graduate at the end of eleventh grade or the first semester of twelfth grade provided all graduation requirements are met. Extension credits from other institutions may not be applied towards early graduation, unless approved in advance by the principal. Students must complete their final semester at Urbandale High School in order to qualify for early graduation. Miscellaneous Academic Matters

CPR Requirements Every student physically able to do so will complete a course that leads to certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The building administrator may waive this requirement for any student who is not physically able to complete the course. This course work will be available to all students enrolled in UHS PE 11-12 sections. If a student is registered for contract PE, they must still complete CPR training prior to graduation. UHS will offer CPR training as a before school program for students in Contract PE or will accept certification from any nationally recognized course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation as evidence that this requirement has been met by the student. A school or district shall not accept audition of a CPR course not a course in infant CPR only. This rule is effective for the graduation class of 2011-2012.

Pass-Fail Option for Seventh Subjects Students desiring to take a seventh subject on a pass-fail basis should check with their guidance counselors. Seniors may request approval to take a sixth subject pass-fail. The pass-fail option applies to elective courses only, and is subject to the approval of the parent, teacher, counselor, and administrator. The pass- fail standards vary from teacher to teacher; students and parents are responsible for knowing each teacher's expectations for the pass-fail option. A "Pass" mark does not affect a student's GPA but an "F" grade does affect the GPA. Students receive credits for passing grades only. Teacher and student must agree upon the Pass-Fail or graded option by the sixtieth day of a semester. Exceptions require administrative approval.

Audit Classes may be audited for no credit. Students are required to fulfill all class requirements. They will receive either a grade of "AU" (which does not affect their GPA) or an "F" grade (which does affect their GPA).

Grading Policy and Procedures 1. Semester grades on transcripts will not be changed, except for clerical errors. 2. Only semester grades affect the cumulative GPA - quarter grades do not. 3. Students may retake a course as many times as they wish. If attempting a course retake, the student must stay in the course during that attempt or an F will be recorded on the transcript. All such attempts will be recorded on official school transcripts. Only the grade from the most recent retake will be included in the cumulative GPA. 5. Students should resolve Incomplete grades (IN) within ten school days of the conclusion of a quarter or semester, at which point the appropriate grade will be recorded. (A,B,C,D,F) 6. If a student does not show a good faith effort in a course and withdraws after the thirtieth day of a semester, the grade will be recorded as a WF on the official transcript (withdrawal with a grade of F). This includes dual credit courses. Deviation from this policy requires administrative approval. 7. Students may take courses under the Postsecondary Enrollment Options Act or at Central Campus only if the same course is not offered at Urbandale High School or when all courses in the subject area have been exhausted. 8. All AP (Advanced Placement) courses will be using weighted grading. This means every AP course will be graded on a five point scale instead of the normal four point scale: A = 5.0, B = 4.0, C = 3.0, D = 2.0, F = 0. This weighted grading scale will be applied retroactively to all AP courses a student has taken at UHS, beginning with the class of 2003. AP Courses Students are encouraged to take AP courses in areas of interest. It is important for students considering signing up for these courses to realize that AP courses are much more rigorous than a standard course. In comparison to a regular course, an AP student can expect: •more reading •more written work •more homework/out of class work •more challenging problem sets/exams

Students taking AP courses are expected to commit themselves fully to the demands of the classroom environment. A successful AP class experience can benefit the student in many ways, including in-depth exposure and experience in the subject area, good preparation for the demands of college life, and college credit. AP courses are not recommended for students who do not or cannot commit themselves to a rigorous course of study.

Concurrent Enrollment/DMACC Career Advantage Courses Students may enroll in a course under concurrent enrollment if the student meets eligibility criteria. Students are eligible for concurrent enrollment courses if they have met the prerequisites, or have been identified as gifted and talented by the District. It is recommended that students have obtained a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, a minimum ACT score of 21, or receive school recommendation. Credit will be granted for a course if the student successfully completes the course as determined by the community college and the course was previously approved by the school board as pursuant to 281 – IAC 22.11(3). Students must take the course for college credit. If a student withdraws from a concurrent enrollment course they are also withdrawn from the UHS course, the grade will be recorded as a WF on the official transcript (withdrawal with a grade of F) after the drop date.

Alternative Credit Earning Courses Students reviewed by the student study team may be approved to take alternative credit earning courses at UHS.

Scheduling Policies 1. Seniors are required to fill a minimum of seven (6 academic plus P.E) of eight periods. All other students must fill all eight (7 academic plus P.E.) of eight periods in their schedules. 2. Scheduling of UHS classes takes precedence over Postsecondary Enrollment classes. Exceptions require administrative approval. 3. A student's work schedule will not be reason for making a schedule change. Course Requirements For Admission To Iowa Regents' Universities* *Call your college representative for specific information. NCAA Initial-Eligibility

The NCAA Clearinghouse recommends that you file eligibility forms online at www.NCAAClearinghouse.org after your junior year if you intend to participate in Division I or Division II college athletics.

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

NCAA legislation permits a student to receive credit for a core course only one time. As a result, if a student repeats a core course, the student will receive credit once for the core course and the highest grade earned in the course will be included in the calculation of the student's core-course grade point average. Likewise, if a student completes a course that is duplicative with another core course, the student will only receive credit once for the core course and the highest grade earned in the course will be included in the calculation of the student's core- course grade point average.

NCAA Approved Core Courses

ENGLISH Human Anat/ Physiology Cultural Issues Composition (Lab) Current Events Composition/Adv Physics (Lab) Economics Composition/Adv II Physics/AP (Lab European History/AP English Human Geography/AP English Lit/AP Psychology English Language & MATHEMATICS Psychology/AP Comp/AP Algebra 1 Sociology Intro American Lit Algebra 2 World History/Early Language/Literature Algebra IA (.5 credit max) World History/Recent Language/Lit/Reading Algebra 1B (.5 credit max) Macroeconomics/AP Myths/Legends Applications of Algebra Microeconomics/AP Speech Comm. Calculus/AP Public Speaking Precalculus Survey of American Lit Geometry World Literature Probability & Statistics Statistics/AP Trigonometry NATURAL/PHYSICAL SCIENCE Biology/Adv (Lab) SOCIAL SCIENCE Biology/Gen (Lab) Am Government Biology/AP (Lab) Am Government/AP Chemistry/Adv (Lab) Am History/AP Chemistry/AP American History Chemistry/Gen (Lab) Contemp Amer Hist Environmental Sci (Lab) Cultural Geography 1 General Science (Lab) Cultural Geography 2 ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES Advanced Japanese French 1,2,3,4 German 1,2,3,4,5 Formal Japanese Japanese 1,2 Modern Japanese Spanish 1,2,3,4,5 Spn Hisp 1,2,3,4 Spanish Lang/AP Adv Spanish 3,4 Traditional Japanese AP Courses Offered at UHS Concurrent Enrollment Courses Offered at UHS (With DMACC Approval)

AP English Literature Advanced Composition I AP Calculus Advanced Composition II AP Biology Advanced Chemistry AP European History Advanced Japanese AP American History AP English Literature AP American Government and Economics Building Trades AP Psychology College Computers AP Human Geography Introduction to Engineering Design Online AP Chemistry Marketing Ed Online AP English Language and Marketing Ed Internship Composition Multi Media with Basic Presentation Online AP Physics B Photography Online AP Statistics Physics Online Macroeconomics Principles of Engineering Online Microeconomics Public Speaking Spanish for Hispanics IV Adv Spanish III 151 Adv Spanish III 152 Adv Spanish IV 241 Adv Spanish IV 242

The NAIA Eligibility Center will begin registering high school students interested in playing NAIA college sports. Every student interested in playing NAIA sports beginning with the 2011-12 school year MUST register with the NAIA Eligibility Center. You can find out more information about this and register at http://www.playnaia.org/ Course Offerings Art Family and Consumer Sciences S Art Exploration S Foods and Nutrition S Three-Dimensional Art S Advanced Foods & Nutrition S Two-Dimensional Art S Textiles and Clothing S Studio Art S Advanced Textiles and Clothing S Photography S Child Growth and Development S Photography II S The School Age Child S Ceramics S Housing and Interior Design S Animation I S Family Living S Animation II S Adult Living Skills S Digital Graphic Design S Parenting S Adv Drawing & Painting Foreign Language Business Education Y German I S Introduction to Business Y German II S Entrepreneurship/Business Mngmt. Y German III S Recordkeeping Y German IV S Principles of Marketing S German Experience Abroad Y Accounting Y Japanese I Y Advanced Accounting Y Japanese II S College Accounting S Modern Japanese S Formal Japanese Computer S Traditional Japanese S Computer Applications I S Advanced Japanese S Computer Applications II Y Spanish I S College Computers Y Spanish II S Multimedia W/Basic Software Y Spanish III Y Spanish IV Cooperative Education Y Spanish V Y Marketing Education Y Spanish for Hispanics I Y Marketing Education Internship Y Spanish for Hispanics II Y Spanish for Hispanics III English Y Spanish for Hispanics IV Y English Y Adv Spanish III Y Adv Spanish IV S Advanced English S Language and Literature S Intro. American Literature* Interdisciplinary/Integrated S Survey of American Literature S Cultural Issues S World Literature Y ESL* Y AP English Literature Y ESL Resource* S Speech Communication Y RECESS* S Public Speaking S Resource* S Writing Skills* S Service Learning* S Composition S TAG* S Advanced Composition Y Yearbook S Advanced Composition II S Myths and Legends S Journalism 1* S Journalism 234 S Lang & Lit/Reading* S Drama I S Drama II Y Life Skills - English* S Life Long Learner 1 S Life Long Learner 2 Mathematics S World History (Recent) Y Basic Math Y AP European History Y General Math Y American History S Consumer Math I Y AP American History S Consumer Math II S American Government Y Algebra I A Y AP American Govt/Economics Y Algebra I B S Economics Y Algebra I S Psychology Y Geometry S Sociology Y Algebra II Y AP Psychology S Trigonometry S Probability and Statistics Technology Ed./Industrial Technology Y Applications of Algebra S Computer Aided Drafting I (CAD I) Y Pre-Calculus S Computer Aided Drafting II (CAD II) Y AP Calculus Y Computer Design and Animation Y Life Skills - Math* Y Architectural Drafting S Woodworking Technology Music S Building Construction Y Band Y Building Trades Y Jazz Band S Cabinetmaking and Millwork Y Concert Choir Y Intro to Engineering and Design Y Treble Choir Y Principles of Engineering Y Urbandale Singers* Vocational Online AP Classes S EBCE (Experience Based Career Exploration)* Y AP Chemistry Y Vocational Exploration* Y AP English Language & Composition S Work Experience* Y AP Physics B Y AP Statistics Y AP Macroeconomics Y AP Microeconomics Y – indicates a year long course S – indicates a semester course Physical Education, Health *-Teacher recommendation Y Physical Education 9/10 Y Physical Education 11/12 Y Contract Physical Education S Health Y Wellness for Life

Science Y Life Science* Y General Biology Y Advanced Biology Y AP Biology Y General Science Y Environmental Science Y General Chemistry Y Advanced Chemistry Y Physics Y Human Anatomy & Physiology Y Life Skills - Science*

Social Studies S Cultural Geography I, II S Contemporary American History Y AP Human Geography S Current Events S World History (Early) Two-Dimensional Art Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art Exploration with ART a C or above This calls will focus on giving students solid understanding, and skill development, in the Art Exploration fundamentals of producing ‘flat’ art. This course is Credit: 1 designed under the philosophy that all students Prerequisite: None who have the basic coordination to legibly write, This art class is designed to provide introductory should be able have success in producing 2D experiences working with various art forms. The artworks. Emphasis is on learning to see as an students will learn beginning techniques in various artist and then applying this skill to both dry and materials and produce art forms such as sculpture, wet media. 2D Art begins with basic perception painting, and drawing. Students continue to exercises and builds up to using various advanced examine artists and their work and their cultural techniques and media. The topics covered in 2D Art and historical aspects to encourage student are fundamental to success in creating all forms of understanding and ultimately expression and visual artworks. production of art as well as an increased awareness of the purposes and value of art; to communicate, to express, and to enhance aesthetic awareness. Studio Art (I, II, III, IV) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: 5 Art Courses (B or Three-Dimensional Art higher/Instructor Credit: 1 approval), Studio I (B Prerequisite: Art Exploration with or higher) a C or above Grade Level: 11-12 This course will give students the opportunity to This class is designed for a Junior or Senior student develop skills who desires to build a portfolio in art who has in the successfully completed five art classes with a B or creation of higher or with Instructor approval. The student art using will work to excel in advanced art techniques in height, width, both two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. and depth. Materials used in class will include clay, This course is designed to allow a continuation in papier- the study of art for the serious art students and mâché, therefore may be scheduled for an additional three plaster, semester credits upon successful completion of wood, Studio Art with a B or higher or with Instructor wire,foundob approval. jects,ancombi nations of these media. Three-dimensional techniques include both additive and subtractive methods of Photography building. Credit: 1 UHS + 3 DMACC Students will build on existing knowledge of these Prerequisite: Art Exploration (B materials and process and improve their skills and or higher/Instructor approval) proficiency while exploring new techniques to Grade Level: 10-12 enhance their ability to communicate and be This photography course is designed to provide creative. students with rich and meaningful experiences using traditional film photography and digital photography in the visual arts. Student produced Animation will focus on giving students the work can be used to create a photographic opportunity to develop skill in effectively portfolio and may serve as a springboard to communicating through the process of animation. encourage further student exploration into The main focus of the class will be in using the 12 photography. Additionally, the production of principles of animation to produce finished photographs is relevant to the student in terms of products in a range of possible animation understanding the purposes of art-communication, techniques. Some of the possible types of self-expression and aesthetic awareness. animation could include (but not limited to) stop Photography aligns with the ART 184 in the motion, hand drawn, computer generated, and DMACC course guide. Photography corresponds photographic animation. Students will learn about to ART 184 in the DMACC course guide. effective historical and contemporary examples of animation, as well as the discipline’s different career paths. Due to the nature of animation, this Photography II class will have a heavy focus on collaboration and Credit: 1 various forms of critique. Prerequisite: Art Exploration, Photography (C or above/ Instructor approval) Grade Level: 11-12 This advanced photography course is designed to provide students with rich and meaningful experiences using traditional film photography and digital photography in the visual arts. Student produced work can be used to create a photographic portfolio and may serve as a Digital Graphic Design springboard to encourage further student Credit: 1 exploration into photography. Prerequisite: 3 Art Courses (Art Exploration and Photography: C or higher/instructor approval) Ceramics This course focuses on fundamental principles and Credit: 1 techniques for effective visual composition in print Prerequisite: Art Exploration, 3D or multimedia applications for Graphic Design. Art, (B or higher/ Instructor approval) Students will learn the art of applying dynamic Grade Level: 11-12 design to various forms of visual communications. This introductory Ceramics course is designed to By working individually and in small groups provide students an opportunity to explore the students will be asked to creatively solve design medium of clay. Projects will include the creation problems using hands-on and digital of functional vessels as well as sculptural pieces activities/projects. Students will learn to control and tiles. Tasks will range from simple hand- color, type, symbols, images, and photography to building techniques such as coil and pinch pots to inform, persuade and visually entice the viewer. more advanced techniques such as slab building, Students will learn techniques for creating, extruding pieces, and wheel thrown pieces. In revising, and producing images using Adobe addition to working with and learning the Photoshop. properties of clay, students will get experience using under glazes and glazes to visually enhance their work. Advanced Drawing and Painting Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art Exploration and Animation I and II 2D Art with a C or Credit: 1 higher/ Instructor Prerequisite: 2 Art Courses Approval Grade Level: 10-12 Grade Level: 10-12 This course will build on the skills and concepts emphasized in 2D Art. The emphasis is on practical Introduction to Business application of processes and skills in drawing, Credit: 1 rendering, and painting at an advanced level. A Prerequisite: None wide range of subject matter will be addressed and Introduction to Business serves as a starting point creative use of skills will be encouraged. Historical for students interested in the world of business. All and cultural examples will be infused throughout other business classes at UHS build from the the class to encourage inspiration and depth in information provided in this class. Students will student artwork. cover a variety of business related topics including leadership, careers, banking, consumerism, and technology. This course is highly recommended for freshmen and sophomores.

Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management Credit: 1 Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None In this class students will select a product or service to sell and develop a business plan. They will also learn how to obtain financing and project the financial resources needed tor your business venture. Students will identify the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and understand the forms of ownership and steps necessary to get a business up and running. They will explore how to manage their business once it is started and they will explore the role of small business in the global economy. Technology skills will be infused into this curriculum.

Recordkeeping Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The purpose of Record Keeping is to provide students with skills that will enable them to handle both personal and business record keeping tasks by using realistic business papers, a practice set, and the computer. The personal record keeping includes budgeting, checking accounts, and credit records. The business record keeping focuses on the records maintained by businesses, including cash receipts, petty cash, accounts receivables, stock/inventory, accounts payable, and payroll. Computers are used to show electronic methods of completing these forms after the manual method has been successfully mastered.

BUSINESS EDUCATION Principles of Marketing (Career and Technical Credit: 1 Education) Prerequisite: None Principles of Marketing is an upper-level course which provides students with a detailed understanding of how marketing addresses Automated accounting will be used in this course. domestic and global concepts relevant to all Software provided with the textbook will be used, marketers. Marketing students will study a variety and spreadsheet software will be used to make of subjects which will include: The World of financial reporting and analysis more efficient. Marketing, Economics, Business and International Marketing, Academic Concepts and Skills, and Promotion. College Accounting Credit: 1 An introductory course in accounting fundamentals and procedures. Includes capturing and analyzing business data and financial preparation. This is a college level, fast-paced, rigorous course that covers the material covered in the year-long UHS Accounting in one semester.

Accounting Marketing Education Credit: 2 Credit: 2 + 2 DMACC Prerequisite: This class is Prerequisite: Seniors only and recommended for sophomores, Principles of Marketing juniors, and seniors. The Marketing Education class will provide In Accounting, basic accounting procedures are instruction in a classroom setting. Marketing developed and practiced through the use of Education students will study a variety of subjects business papers and practice sets. Instruction is which will include: self-assessment, exploring given in the preparation and use of journals, careers, finding a job, joining the workforce, ledgers, checking accounts and financial professional development, life skills, and lifelong statements. Also included are such topics as learning. Classroom opportunities include entry- payroll, personal income tax preparation, level requirements for succeeding and progressing depreciation of plant assets, petty cash, inventory on the job and application of classroom learning to systems, and journal usage. The course is designed an internship in a chosen career area. Marketing to give the student an understanding of the Education corresponds with ADM259 in the "language of business" and to prepare students for DMACC course guide. further study in the area of business at the high school and post-secondary level. The role of computers in accounting is also introduced. It is Marketing Education Internship recommended that students interested in pursuing Credit: 2 + 4 DMACC business as a career take this class as a junior. This Prerequisite: Seniors only and allows for Advanced Accounting to be taken as a Principles of Marketing senior. The Marketing Education Internship is a cooperative arrangement between student, school, and employer. The goal of the internship is for Advanced Accounting students to receive work supervised work Credit: 2 experience and evaluation by professionals in the Prerequisite: Accounting work force. Students will apply what they learn in The purpose of Advanced Accounting is to expand class to their work-site. Students will work 120 on topics learned in Accounting I, while adding new hours to receive the DMACC Credit for Supervised topics about management accounting, cost Practical Experience. Marketing Education accounting, not-for-profit accounting, and financial corresponds with ADM265, and ADM937 in the analysis. The study of a second year of accounting DMACC course guide assists students in qualifying for jobs and careers at higher levels than one year of study would allow. It Business Law is also excellent preparation for college business Credit: 1 and accounting courses and business majors. Prerequisite: Recommended for Juniors and Seniors Year One Business Law is an upper level course which Shop Fund & Minor Service provides students with a thorough, basic, working Automotive Engine Fundamentals knowledge of the law and trains students to Auto Brake Systems & Service observe both potential and actual events from a Auto Electricity/Electronics legal perspective. This course is designed to Applied Mathematics stimulate curiosity about the legal process and to Year Two raise the student’s consciousness about the Basic Suspension & Steering importance of viewing real life problems in a legal Adv Automotive Electricity context. Students enrolling in this course should Welding for Automotive Mech possess strong verbal skills, as well as the ability to convey ideas in written forms. Business Law is Aviation Technology recommended for juniors and seniors, but Year One sophomores may be admitted with the approval of Materials & Processing the teacher. Aircraft Drawings Cleaning & Corrosion Control Weights & Balances Regulations & Publications Ground Ops & Services Fluid Lines % Fittings Applied Mathematics

Year Two CENTRAL Aircraft Welding CAMPUS/DMACCLanding Gear & Brakes Instruments & Fire Protection Structure & Repair By arrangement with the Des Moines Independent Aircraft Assembly & Rigging School District, Urbandale High School students are Airframe Fuel Systems welcome to take courses offered at Des Moines Year Three Central Campus. Course credit will be applied to Aircraft Electrical Systems your graduation requirements at Urbandale High Comm. & Navigation Systems School. Students may select from a wide variety of Air Frame and PP Insp. course opportunities to enrich their high school Cabin Control Systems experience. They will attend one-half day at Central Weather & Warning Systems Campus and one-half day at Urbandale High School. Instruments & Fire Protection One period each day is required for travel time. COOP Seminar Career Experiences For more information, contact the guidance counselor at your school, or callAdv 242-7676. Broadcasting The and Film courses listed are not finalizedYear and mayOne or may not all be offered in 2014-2015. Professional Office Careers Year Two Auto Collision Repair Professional Development Year One Fundamentals of Oral Communication Sheet Metal Welding Shop Safety Sheet Metal FundamentalsCommercial Photography Year One Applied Mathematics Principles of Photography Year Two Year Two Estimating Theory Studio Photography Principles of Refinishing Computer Aided Drafting & Design Automotive Technology Year One Intro of Computer Aided Drafting Intermediate CADD MechanicalGraphic Communication Year One Year Two Graphic Design Orientation Intermediate CADD-Architectural Introduction to Printing Methods CAD Graphics I Communications Skills Computer Technology/NetworkingYear Two Operating Systems Software BasicsIntroduction to Desktop Publishing Microcomputer Systems Introduction to Printing Methods Linux Enterprise AdministrationMethods of Graphic Arts Network Applications COOP Career Seminar Network Applications Lab COOP Career Experience III Intro to Cisco Networking Cisco Networking II Horticulture/Animal Science Cisco Switches Year One Cisco Wide Area Networks Survey Of Animal Industry Introduction to Greenhouse Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management Year One Pre-employment Strategies Sanitation and EquipmentYear Two Food Preparation I Lecture Introduction to Veterinary Technology Food Preparation Lab I Horticulture Internship Nutrition Selling Communication Skills Residential Landscape Design Year Two Survey of Aquaculture Industry Food Preparation II Lecture Industrial Electricity Food Preparation II Lab Year One Dining Room Service AC/DC Fundamentals Introduction to Hospitality Communications Skills Baking Year Two Applied Mathematics AS/DC Fundamentals Lab Early Childhood Careers Year One J.R.O.T.C. Intro to Early Childhood (2 Education credits plus PE Credit) Child Health, Safety & Nutrition *Students are expected to take Health at UHS Emergency Care Marine Biology Communications SkillsYear One Year Two Marine Biology I Professional Relationships Marine Biology II Practicum-Early Childhood CareersBiology Field Experience Early Childhood EducationYear Two Practicum Electronic Portfolio Career Seminar Career Experience Engineering, Robotics, & Electronics Biology Filed Experience II AC/DC Fundamentals

Fashion Design & Merchandising Year One Textiles Communication Skills Year Two Fashion Analysis and Design

Nurse Aide/Nurse Aide Specialist/AdvAutomotive Nurse Engine Repair Menu Planning Aid Year Two Nurse Aide Specialist Basic Auto Power Trains 75 Hour Nurse Aide Adv Auto Power TrainsDiesel Power Trains I Advanced Nurse Aide Basic Suspension & Steering Hydraulics & Brakes Emergency Care Auto Electricity/Electronics Survey of Health Careers Introduction to HealthBusiness Careers Administration Health Occupations Nurse Aid 75 Hours Medical Terminology Intro to Business Advanced Nurse Aide Nurse Aide & Advanced Nurse Aide Study Strategies Emergency Care Nurse Aide 75 Hour Macroeconomics Survey of Health Careers Nurse Aide Completion ProgramPersonal Finance Accounting I Intro to Health Careers Painting & Drywall Technology Medical Terminology Year One Criminal Forensics Machine Operations/Tool & Die Engine Lathe Theory Care and Use of Hand/Power ToolsIntro to Criminal Justice Engine Lathe Operations Lab Communication Skills Criminal Investigation I Mill Operations Theory Year Two Survey Criminal Justice Agencies Mill Operations Lab Construction Blueprint ReadingScientific Investigation Machine Shop Measuring Career Work Seminar Crime Scene Investigation Applied Material Processing Work Experience Culinary Arts Year One Food Preparation I Web Page Design Food Preparation 1I Lab Communication Design I Sanitation and Safety Photoshop Food Preparation II Intro to Website Development Food Preparation II Lab Interactive Media I Interactive Media II

Teacher Academy Year One Year Two Introduction to Education Nutrition Internship Teaching ExperiencePurchasing Year Two Dining Management The College Experience Intro to Hospitality Electronic Portfolio Work Experience Communications Skills COMPUTERS Welding (Career and Technical Welding for Automotive Mechanics Oxygen-Acetylene Welding & CuttingEducation) Communications Skills Computer Applications I DMACC Career Advantage Credit: 1 Automotive Collision Prerequisite: None Basic Shop Safely Students will work with the computer using Sheet Metal Fundamentalsvarious software programs as tools applicable to Principles of Refinishingthe business world. The emphasis will be on word Estimating Theory processing. Students will learn correct formatting Sheet Metal Welding for reports, tables, letters, and special projects. Also, desktop publishing, paint, spreadsheet, and Automotive Technology database applications will be introduced. Year One Shop Fund & Minor Service Auto Electricity/ElectronicsComputer Applications II Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Computer Applications I Computer Applications II prepares students to function in an environment - educational, personal, ENGLISH or vocational - in which computer confidence has become the expected norm. Students develop precise hands-on skills in using common software English Credit: 2 applications, including spreadsheet, database, Grade Level: 9 desktop publishing, and presentation software. This is a survey course which introduces the student to a wide range of English subject areas. The study of literature includes short stories, College Computers classic novels, contemporary novels, poetry and the Credit: 1 UHS + 3 DMACC play Romeo and Juliet. Composition is an integral Prerequisite: Computer Apps I part of the literature program. Grammar and usage and II are formally studied and stressed in all aspects of Grade Level: 11-12 The focus is to use hardware and software business speaking and writing. Speaking and vocabulary productivity tools. This course builds on skills development are included in every unit of study. learned in Computer Applications I and II. Class is accelerated and project-based. Training includes a hands-on introduction to microcomputer Advanced English Credit: 2 applications vital in today’s business and industry. Prerequisite: Freshman students It focuses on operating system, e-mail, internet, must score in the 90th percentile for Iowa word processing, spreadsheet, database, and Assessment in reading comprehension, presentation software applications. College vocabulary or language; students must Computers corresponds to BCA 212 in the also earn at least an A- in 8th grade DMACC course guide. English for both semesters. Teacher recommendation is also required. Grade Level: 9 This course provides students with more appropriate reading and writing assignments. Multimedia with Basic Presentation Software Advanced students will read the same texts as Credit: 1 UHS + 3 DMACC outlined in the English curriculum. Other activities Prerequisite: Computer Apps I will include monthly book reviews, literature Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 circles, writing critical essays and creative short The Multimedia course is designed to build upon stories, looking more closely at and discussing the computer knowledge gained through completion of the Computer Applications I literary themes. & II courses. Multimedia explores the hardware and software components used to produce and manipulate sound, text, Language and Literature graphics, photographs, and video. Students will Credit: 1 also construct and utilize PowerPoint as a Prerequisite: English or Multimedia presentation tool. Students must meet Advanced English the requirements to enroll in DMACC course to register for this class or enroll in the Language and Literature includes expansion of high school equivalent course titled Multimedia, literature and language skills. The student will which is not DMACC credit. refine expository, descriptive, narrative, and *It is highly recommended that Computer persuasive paragraph development and then move Applications II be taken before Multimedia to longer compositions. The study of literature Multimedia corresponds to BCA 174 Basic includes the short story, poetry, drama, the novel, Presentation Software in the DMACC course and nonfiction. Vocabulary development is guide. included in this course. The course is recommended for sophomores. from a variety of genre, cultures, and eras. Strong Introduction to American Literature emphasis is placed upon composition skills and Credit: 1 written interpretation with the objective of Prerequisite: Teacher preparing students to successfully complete the AP Recommendation English Literature and Composition Exam. This This course provides students with special reading year long course is a dual credit class with Des needs a study of a wide selection of American Moines Area Community College. During the first Literature, including poetry, short stories, plays, semester students completing the course will and nonfiction. Other activities will include demonstrate the DMACC competencies and will observing, writing, group discussions, and earn 3 credit hours with DMACC for LIT101 independent study. Introduction to Literature in addition to UHS graduation credits. During the second semester students completing the course will Survey of American Literature demonstrate the DMACC competencies and will Credit: 1 earn 3 credit hours with DMACC for LIT185 Prerequisite: English or Contemporary Literature. Advanced English This survey course is designed for all students and will include the use of American short stories, Speech Communication poetry, and essays in order to study how American Credit: 1 authors affected and recorded events in our Prerequisite: Sophomore status country. Speech Communication helps students develop skills for public speaking as well as the communication process. This course emphasizes interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, listening, group dynamics, and parliamentary procedure.

Public Speaking Credit: 1 UHS + 3 DMACC World Literature Prerequisite: Speech Credit: 1 Communication Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Public Speaking enables students to gain status confidence in their speaking abilities. The forms of College-bound students will study historic and informative speaking and the art of argumentative modern masterpieces from around the world. and persuasive speaking are studied. Students will Comparisons and contrasts among the literary pursue fluency in audience impact in public works and their representative cultures will be speaking situations. They will also explore the art examined. Also, parallels will be drawn between of impromptu speaking in real-life situations. the literary works and the contemporary world. Public Speaking corresponds to SPC 101 in the Strong emphasis is placed upon written DMACC course guide. interpretation and visual representation.

Writing Skills AP English Literature Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 year Prerequisite: Junior or Senior & Credit: 2 + 6 DMACC teacher recommendation Prerequisite: Juniors with a B+ This course is designed to teach students with or better English average, or teacher special writing needs how to communicate clearly, recommendation and effectively. It is primarily concerned with Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and practical, descriptive, narrative, and expository Composition offers highly motivated students an writing. Vocabulary development and sentence opportunity to study a college-level English structure are emphasized. curriculum consisting of challenging literature Myths and Legends Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status Students study myths and legends from around the world with the goal of understanding and appreciating the rich, imaginative ways in which Composition ancient peoples attempted to resolve their Credit: 1 questions concerning the mysteries and values of Prerequisite: Grade 11 & 12 human existence. The timelessness of these stories Composition is designed to help the student think as classic cornerstones of the Western and world and write locally, clearly, and concisely for a cultures and literature is also stressed. By writing specific audience and for a variety of purposes. It their own myths and their own personal heroic will emphasize writing as a process. Students will journey stories, students are encouraged to learn to make independent writing determinations recognize and examine their own roles in the and use correct standard English. ongoing human story.

Advanced Composition Journalism 1 Credit: 1 UHS + 3 DMACC Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of Prerequisite: Composition or Composition with a Teacher recommendation for B- or better or AP sophomores English Literature Journalism 1 is designed to give the student an and Composition insight into the differences that exist between the This course is designed for the college-bound journalism writing process and the processes of student who wishes to gain proficiency and other forms of writing. The students are given the confidence in writing. Experience will be enhanced opportunity to develop journalism appreciation in all kinds of writing: personal essays and and journalism skills through the guided practice of narratives, analytical essays, persuasive essays, interviewing, writing, and copy editing. Also and a research essay. Advanced Composition emphasized is the exploration into the ethics of corresponds to ENG 105 in the DMACC course journalism and developing skills needed for the guide. production of a high school publication.

Advanced Composition II Credit: 1 + 3 DMACC Prerequisites: Advanced Comp with a B- or teacher recommendation Advanced Composition II offers highly motivated students an opportunity to study a college-level Journalism 2, 3, 4 English curriculum consisting of expository and Newspaper Staff persuasive writing developed through critical Credit: 1 reading. The course places strong emphasis upon Prerequisite: Journalism 1 with composition skills and written interpretation by an A or B exploring structure, style, research, and Journalism II is designed to give the student the documentation. The objective is to prepare opportunity to apply the skills gained in Journalism students to successfully complete the DMACC I. Students in Journalism II are responsible for standards. Advanced Composition II writing, editing, and publishing the school corresponds to ENG 106 in the DMACC course newspaper. Students are responsible for planning guide. each issue, writing and typing the copy, editing and proofing the stories, shooting the photos, and designing the layouts. and/or lexile score

Drama I Reading is designed to help students build Credit: 1 comprehension, writing skills, grammar, and Prerequisite: None phonemic awareness. Students get one-on-one Drama I is a semester long course designed to small group time, read silently, and complete a introduce students to an appreciation of and computer program. The computer program experience in theater as an art form and focuses on fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, historically relevant form of communication. The and spelling. The program allows for a lot of student will act and be technically involved in movement. Students start the day in large group scenes from both published scripts and (20 minutes). Then they move through the improvisations. They will read and evaluate scenes rotations of computers, small group, and and plays as well as view and critique electronic independent reading (each 20 minutes a piece). and live performances. Theatre History, culture Students end the day with a wrap-up where they go and technology will be examined. Through over what they have learned (10 minutes). creating theater, students will grow in their ability to comprehend the world and to communicate with others. Units studied may include: Life Skills – English Pantomime/Movement; Voice; Improvisation; Credit: 2 Monologues/Scenes; Introduction to Technical Prerequisite: Teacher Approval Theater; Production Roles; Script Writing; Life Skills – English is designed to develop an Multicultural Theater; Theater History; Play understanding of reading, comprehension, and Structure and Evaluation. utilizing written language. These skills will correlate with life skills needed during their high career as well as with their post-secondary Drama II transition. Students will utilize these skills in a Credit: 1 variety of ways. Prerequisite: Drama I The purpose of this semester long course is to The Life Long Learner 1 extend student experience with theater allowing Credit: 1 for deeper exploration into the art of production. Prerequisite: Intro to American The student will be asked to develop his or her Literature or Writing Skills ability to create theater through artistic The Life Long Learner 1 course provides students a collaboration with fellow students and the study of a wide selection of informational reading instructor. Theatre History, culture and technology including newspapers, magazines, biographies, will dictate the individualized goals of each autobiographies, cookbooks, and manuals. student. Through creating productions for both Students also learn forms of business writing presentation in class as well as live performance, including resumes, letters of interest, and job the student will grow in his or her ability to applications. Completion of Introduction to recognize the value of performing arts and the American Literature or Writing Skills is required. process of working as a member of a production team. The Life Long Learner 2 Credit : 1 Language and Literature/Reading Prerequisite: Intro to American Course Length: 1 to 2 semesters Lit or Writing Skills (based on student test scores) The Life Long Learner 2 course provides students a Credit: 2 study of a wide selection of contemporary Prerequisite: Teacher referral, literature including novels, short stories, graphic Iowa novels, and other forms of fiction. Other activities Assessments/ITED will include book talks, book chats, exploring film results below the adaptations, descriptive/everyday writing, group 41st percentile, discussions and independent study. Completion of Introduction to American Literature or Writing preparation, and meal management. Emphasized are the Skills is required. benefits of proper nutrition and weight control, recommended food preparation and handling techniques, and the planning and preparation of healthy meals. Skills are developed in the preparation of a variety of foods. This course articulates with Iowa community colleges.

Advanced Foods and Nutrition Credit: 1 Prerequisite: C or better in Foods and Nutrition or instructor approval In Advanced Foods and Nutrition students have the opportunity to develop advanced food preparation skills while applying the nutrition information and food preparation skills learned in Foods and Nutrition. Students explore areas of interest which may include quantity food production, cultural and regional cuisines, convenience foods, creating and adapting recipes, use of small cooking appliances, cake decorating, entertaining, changes in nutritional needs throughout the life cycle, vegetarian diets, nutrition for athletes, eating disorders, and careers in food and nutrition-related occupation

Textiles and Clothing Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Textiles and Clothing provides an introduction to clothing selection and care, wardrobe planning and budgeting, textiles, fabrics, and patterns. Students construct clothing or other textile products using appropriate equipment and techniques. Construction projects are based on individual abilities in order to develop basic sewing, surging, and machine embroidery skills or to improve existing skills.

Advanced Textiles and Clothing Credit: 1 Prerequisite: C or better in Textiles and Clothing or instructor approval Students in Advanced Textiles and Clothing explore areas FAMILY & CONSUMER of interest which may include advanced textiles, clothing design, the fashion industry, fashion merchandising and SCIENCES (Career and retailing, entrepreneurship, and textile and clothing- related occupations. Students have the opportunity to Technical Education) further develop their construction skills using a standard sewing machine, a serger, and a computerized Foods and Nutrition embroidery sewing machine. Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Foods and Nutrition is a basic course in nutrition, food Child Growth and Development Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 Family Living focuses on developing the communication Prerequisite: None and interpersonal skills necessary for satisfying personal Child Growth and Development is the study of human and family relationships both now and in the future. development from conception through adolescence. Students have the opportunity to explore and discuss a Students identify social, physical, intellectual, and wide variety of topics including dating, love, infatuation, emotional developmental milestones for each age level sexuality, marriage, parenting, balancing work and family while focusing on the responsibilities of parents, families, responsibilities, adapting to life cycle changes, and coping and care givers to nurture the development of children. with loss caused by divorce, disability, or death. Opportunities to interact with children are provided. Students are given the opportunity to participate in a parenting simulation. This course articulates with Iowa Adult Living Skills community colleges. Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Adult Living Skills is designed to help prepare students for living on their own after high school. Students develop decision-making skills as they relate to food selection and preparation, clothing selection and care, housing The School Age Child alternatives, and personal financial planning. The intent Credit: 2 (2-period block) is to help students understand both the immediate and Prerequisite: C or better in Child long-range consequences of the decisions they will be making. Growth and Development or Approval. Students must provide their own transportation to and from their Parenting assigned school. Credit: 1 Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None The School Age Child studies human development during Parenting is designed to provide information about the elementary years. Students identify the mental, parenting attitudes, knowledge and skills which will physical, social, and emotional developmental enable students to make responsible decisions about characteristics of children as well as suggest how parenting. Students will learn about the parenting roles development can be encouraged. Students will be placed and responsibilities involved in caring for and nurturing in an elementary or middle school to work directly with a the development of children from birth through the teen classroom teacher. The class will meet for two periods years. each day. One day a week students will meet with their assigned instructor at the high school. During the remainder of the week, the students will meet in their assigned schools. The purpose of the course is to provide an opportunity to learn about school age children by working in the classroom.

Housing and Interior Design Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Housing and Interior Design students explore factors affecting decisions related to housing and home furnishings for individuals and families. Planning, selecting, purchasing, and maintaining a livable home environment are emphasized, while exploring topics such FOREIGN LANGUAGE as housing design, interior design, selection and use of appliances, energy conservation in the home, furniture selection and arrangement, wall and floor coverings, German I window treatments, accessories, lighting, and Credit: 2 UHS landscaping. Prerequisite: None Urbandale Community School District’s Foreign Language German I course introduces students to the German Family Living language and culture. Major emphasis is placed on Credit: 1 understanding the spoken work and conversational skills. Reading and writing basic conversational German are school. secondary goals. Subject matter deals with everyday topics such as school, family, friends, leisure time, meals, etc.

German II Credit: 2 UHS Prerequisite: German I German II emphasizes vocabulary expansion and continued development of the structure of the language. Japanese I Of particular importance is the use of new vocabulary and Credit: 2 grammatical constructions of speaking, listening, reading, Prerequisite: None and writing. A look at present-day Germany through Japanese I introduces students to the Japanese language video tapes, filmstrips, and slides is presented. and culture. Major emphasis is placed on understanding the spoken word and conversational skills. Reading and writing are secondary skills. Current events and career information are included on a regular basis. Subject German III Credit: 2 UHS matter deals with everyday topics such as school, family, friends, leisure time, meals, etc. The Japanese language is Prerequisite: German I & II used as much as possible by students and teacher. Audio German III offers a balanced program of conversation, and visual tapes help bring authentic language listening, composition, grammar, vocabulary, and culture. experiences to the classroom. Students review German II materials as needed and explore new areas of the language and culture.

Japanese II Credit: 2 German IV Prerequisite: Japanese I Credit: 2 UHS Japanese II emphasizes vocabulary expansion and Prerequisite: German III continued development of the structure of the language. German IV stresses the use of the language through Self-expression and listening skills are strengthened reading, listening, speaking and writing. Literature and through question-answer drills, informal conversation, cultural studies are used as conversational topics. Most dialogues, and speeches. Reading and writing skills writing is of a creative nature. receive more attention than in first year Japanese. Current events, culture, and career information continue to be integral parts of the curriculum. Japanese is spoken as much as possible by teacher and students. German Experience Abroad Course Length: Spring semester and summer Modern Japanese Credit: 1 Credit: 1 Course Begins: Spring in even- Prerequisite: Japanese II numbered years In Modern Japanese students will review and expand Co-requisite: Enrollment in language skills in conversation, listening, composition, German grammar, vocabulary, and reading abilities while Urbandale's German Experience Abroad is organized examining a variety of current events and topics of under the auspices of the German-American Partnership interest in Japan today. Program (GAPP). The program consists of approximately four weeks during summer vacation at our partner school in Germany, preceded by weekly preparation during the Formal Japanese prior semester. Credit: 1 Course work includes preparation of a personal Prerequisite: Japanese II scrapbook to share with the German host family, In Formal Japanese students will review and expand preparation and presentation in Germany of a report language skills in conversation, listening, composition, about life in the United States, completion of an activity grammar, vocabulary, and reading abilities as used in booklet while in Germany and development and formal settings and contexts such as letters, interviews, completion of a project related to life in Germany. business meetings and phone calls, and speeches. This Participants are expected to continue with German the course will include a look at career options using following fall and to host a student from our partner Japanese language. Spanish IV Credit: 2 Traditional Japanese Prerequisite: Spanish III Credit: 1 Spanish IV concentrates on conversational skills and Prerequisite: Japanese II composition. Literature, current events, and cultural In Traditional Japanese, students will review and expand studies are used as conversational topics. Writing language skills in conversation, listening, composition, activities include personal diaries and current event grammar, and reading abilities while examining a variety journals. Fourth year focuses on the art music, history, of traditional Japanese practices, products, and and culture of Mexico. perspectives.

Spanish V Advanced Japanese Credit: 2 Credit: 1 UHS + 4 DMACC Prerequisite: Spanish IV Prerequisite: 7 semesters of Spanish V is available for students who have begun their Spanish studies in other districts. Curriculum is designed Japanese to meet the needs of the individual student. Advanced Japanese concentrates on conversational skills and composition as well as the reading of authentic materials. Literature, current events, and cultural studies Adv Spanish III 151 are used as conversational topics. Successful students Credit: 1 UHS + 5 DMACC will speak only Japanese during class. Advanced Prerequisite: Spanish I & 2, and Japanese corresponds to FLJ 241 in the DMACC course guide. DMACC enrollment criteria Advanced Spanish III 151 - Urbandale Community School District’s Foreign Language Advanced Spanish III course Spanish I offers a balanced program of conversation, listening, Credit: 2 composition, grammar, vocabulary, reading, and culture. Prerequisite: None Students review prior levels materials as needed and Spanish I introduces students to the Spanish language explore new areas. Third year examines the art, music, and Hispanic culture. Major emphasis is placed on history, and geography of Spain and Latin America, as well as the Spanish way of life and philosophy. The understanding the spoken word and conversational skills. language learned is based on themes of everyday life. Reading and writing are secondary goals. Subject matter Student speech will be modeled by instructors who will deals with everyday topics such as school, family, friends, monitor and correct pronunciation and accent. Students leisure time, meals, etc. A brief overview of various will be asked to engage in simple conversations on a Hispanic countries, artists, traditions and holidays is controlled basis using the themes presented in the included. curriculum. Much class time is spent practicing speech. Students will also be expected to use software available Spanish II with texts to hone listening and speaking skills. Credit: 2 Advanced Spanish III 151 corresponds to FLS 151 in Prerequisite: Spanish I the DMACC course guide. Spanish II emphasizes vocabulary expansion and continued development of the structure of the language. Self-expression is strengthened through question-answer Adv Spanish III 152 drills, informal conversation, and speeches. The culture Credit: 1 UHS + 5 DMACC of Latin America, Spanish, and Mexican influences on the United States and the avocational possibilities of Spanish Prerequisite: Spanish I, II, & Adv are discussed. Spanish III 151, DMACC enrollment Spanish III criteria Credit: 2 Urbandale Community School District’s Foreign Language Prerequisite: Spanish II Advanced Spanish III 152 course offers a balanced program of conversation, listening, composition, Spanish III offers a balanced program of conversation, grammar, vocabulary, reading, and culture. Students listening, composition, grammar, vocabulary, reading, and review prior levels materials as needed and explore new culture. Students review prior levels materials as needed areas. Third year examines the art, music, history, and and explore new areas. Third year examines the art, geography of Spain and Latin America, as well as the music, history, and geography of Spain and Mexico, as Spanish way of life and philosophy. Emphasis is on the well as the Spanish way of life and philosophy. understanding and production of oral and written Spanish presented in culturally appropriate settings. The language learned is based on themes of everyday life. Students will be knowledge of Spanish language and Hispanic literature. asked to engage in more complex conversations using the Materials and assignments are designed to meet the themes presented in the curriculum. Speech will be needs of the individual students. Spanish for Hispanics monitored for pronunciation and accent and much class IV corresponds to FLS181 (first semester) and FLS281 time is devoted to practicing speech. Students will also be expected to use available technology practice listening and (second semester) in the DMACC course guide speaking skills. Advanced Spanish III corresponds to (pending board approval) for a total of 8 DMACC FLS 152 in the DMACC course guide. credits.

Adv Spanish IV 241 Credit: 1 UHS + 4 DMACC Prerequisite: Adv Spanish III-FLS 151/152 & DMACC criteria Advanced Spanish IV 241- Urbandale Community School District’s Foreign Language Advanced Spanish IV course is designed for fourth year students who want more challenging work than that provided by the regular curriculum. The primary goal of this course is a comprehensive review of the Spanish grammar introduced in Elementary Spanish with the goal of achieving a real working knowledge of this grammar in writing and speech. Comprehensible input now includes short readings in Spanish literature, newspapers, film, web sites or other print or visual media. While serving to increase vocabulary and knowledge of grammar, these also serve as a source of cultural information. Adv Spanish IV 241 corresponds to the FLS 241 course offered at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC).

Adv Spanish IV 242 INTERDISCIPLINARY/ Credit: 1 UHS + 4 DMACC Prerequisite: Adv Spanish IV 241 INTEGRATED & DMACC criteria Advanced Spanish IV 242- Urbandale Community School Academic Decathlon District’s Foreign Language Advanced Spanish IV course Credit: .5 or 1 is designed for fourth year students who want more challenging work than that provided by the regular Prerequisite: Junior or Senior curriculum. Having studied most of the grammar in status previous courses, time will be spent reviewing the more Members of the Academic Decathlon team difficult and troublesome concepts including a continuation of the study of the subjunctive mood. Comprehensible input represent Urbandale High School in a variety of now includes more extensive readings in Spanish literature, academic competitions throughout the year. The newspapers, web sites, or other print as well as visual National Academic Decathlon curriculum is used as media. While serving to increase vocabulary and knowledge the basis of classroom activities. Students work in of grammar, they also serve as a source of cultural information. Adv Spanish IV 242 corresponds to the the areas of mathematics, social studies, science, FLS 242 course offered at Des Moines Area fine arts, language and literature, economics, Community College. formal speech, impromptu speech, interview, and essay. This course may be taken more than once.

Spanish for Hispanics (I,II,III,IV) Credit: 2 Daily Living Skills These courses are designed to meet the needs of Spanish- Credit: 1 speaking Hispanic students who wish to improve their Prerequisite: Teacher approval Daily Living Skills is designed to provide living work. skills to prepare the student for post secondary transition. The emphasis of this course includes personal safety, community leisure and participation skills, money management, household management, career exploration, personal health needs, and employability and work skills. RECESS Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Student Study Cultural Issues Team approval Credit: 1 RECESS (Remediation, Career Exploration, Student Prerequisite: Junior or Senior or Support) is an educational opportunity that extensive knowledge provides additional support to help students of another culture. develop positive self-concepts and find academic Required of success. Some needs that permit a student to be exchange students. considered for RECESS include attendance This class simulates the sounds, sights, activities, difficulties, credit deficiencies, delayed graduation, and values of the cultures studied so that students low grades, or personal/family concerns that will come as close as possible to experiencing them. interfere with school success. Students will be Field trips, guest speakers, hands-on activities, enrolled in a Life skills class to develop personal food, reflections and discussion are regular and social responsibility and to build positive features of the class. Students will be able to relationships. Study skills support will be provided approach new cultures with comfort and for the students during study time and students sensitivity as a result of the experiences provided will be given an opportunity to explore and during this course. develop career interests.

Resource English as a Second Language Credit: .5 or 1 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Teacher approval Prerequisite: Instructor Each student will work toward strengthening basic Approval academic skill areas. Credit is determined by the This course teaches English to those who speak amount of time a student does skill building work other languages. The emphasis is on developing versus tutorial assistance. communicative competence in the target language in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, through Service Learning regular assignments as well as content-based Credit: 2 (2-period block) instruction and support for curricular course work. Grade Level: 9-10 The ELL program promotes a positive learning Prerequisite: Teacher/ Student environment in which students learn how to be Study Team successful in the general classroom educational approval setting. Students participating in Service Learning will take part in a meaningful learning experience through community service activities. Students will English as a Second Language - Resource participate in a variety of service learning projects Credit: 0 to enhance self-esteem, citizenship, work ethic, Prerequisite: Instructor academic growth, and work skills. Approval This course is aimed at those students developing Talented and Gifted (TAG) proficiency in English who have a working Credit: 1 knowledge of English and who want to continue Prerequisite: Instructor improving their English skills. The emphasis is on Approval/Teacher recommendation developing academic language through content- The Talented and Gifted (TAG) Course is designed based instruction and support for curricular course to be an extension of the various general education courses offered at Urbandale High School. At student’s arithmetic computation skills. An attempt varying points in students’ academic careers they is made to introduce students to everyday may desire to study an academic subject area situations in which they will use these skills. A further than the designed course curriculum secondary purpose is to prepare some of the allows. In addition, this integrated (individually students for Pre-Algebra. designed) TAG course offers students an opportunity to explore and develop career interests and meet cognitive and affective needs. Consumer Math I Students will create an individual plan for the Credit: 1 project(s) to be completed in the course according Prerequisite: Junior or Senior to the student’s Personalized Education Plan (PEP) with 1 year of math goal(s). credit Consumer Math I is designed to develop and Yearbook sharpen arithmetic skills through an exposure to Credit: 2 the wide range of everyday uses for mathematics. Grade Level: 11, 12 This course is also designed to provide pertinent Prerequisite: Computer Apps 1 information that students will utilize in everyday Yearbook is an exciting, challenging and fun class. living situations. Throughout the class students will learn about page layout and design, publishing, journalism, photography, and business/sales skills. Being a Consumer Math II member of the staff is an awesome responsibility, Credit: 1 but by the end of the year, you have produced a Prerequisite: Junior or Senior book that is valued by students, faculty and with 1 year of math community. Topics include journalism basics, credit ethics, law, copy writing, captions, headlines, Consumer Math II is designed to develop and design, Photoshop, photography basics, sharpen arithmetic skills through an exposure to organization of staff, yearbook terminology and ad the wide range of everyday uses for mathematics. preparation and sales. This course is also designed to provide pertinent information that students will utilize in everyday living situations. Consumer Math I is not a prerequisite.

Algebra I

Credit: 2 Prerequisite: None MATHEMATICS Algebra I provides the opportunities for students to develop mathematical concepts in a variety of applications. The emphasis is on the use of Basic Math algebraic equations to model real data and solve Credit: 2 problems. Algebra I provides the means of Prerequisite: Teacher approval operating with concepts at an abstract level and Basic Math is designed to meet the unique needs of then applying them. It gives students the students who are just developing their basic opportunities to represent situations that involve arithmetic computation skills. variable quantities with expressions, equations, inequalities, and matrices; use tables and graphs; and solve equations and inequalities. Students General Math successful in Algebra I are able to use statistics, Credit: 2 graphing techniques, technology, and estimation to Prerequisite: None describe the world around them. Students are able General Math is designed to develop and improve a to solve equations and inequalities, simplify algebraic expressions, and apply various problem- Geometry is designed to provide insight into the solving skills. Students in Algebra I integrate properties of geometry and mathematical proofs, reading, writing, speaking, listening, and which will provide a good foundation for students cooperative learning skills in order to expand their who may want to take advanced courses. Most of knowledge and apply it to real-life situations. See the work is with two dimensional figures with the page 4 for additional information about algebra idea that students can transfer these properties to taken prior to high school. their three dimensional world.

Algebra II Credit: 2 Prerequisite: 2 Geometry credits or instructor approval Algebra II enhances the problem-solving process Algebra I A started in Algebra I by continuing to develop the Credit: 2 basic and advanced properties of functions and Prerequisite: None algebra. Algebra II gives students the opportunity Algebra I A is the first year of the two year course to model real data by understanding and applying sequence of Algebra I A and B. This course is the algebraic concepts of equations and designed for students who want to take algebra but inequalities, basic relations and functions, find the abstract concepts difficult to grasp and polynomials, matrices, conics, and exponential need additional time to refine skills and build functions. Students in Algebra II are able to confidence. Algebra I A allows students to cover describe the world around them by utilizing the same curriculum as students in first semester estimation, technology, graphing techniques, and Algebra 1. Students will be able to spend more statistics. Algebra II is designed to meet part of the time on each concept and will have more time to three-year entrance requirements for mathematics practice and demonstrate skills that will develop to most colleges. Algebra II provides a valuable and internalize the abstract concepts presented in background for those entering technical fields and algebra. also serves as a useful course for other college- bound students.

Algebra I B Credit: 2 Trigonometry Prerequisite: 1 Algebra I credit Credit: 1 or 2 Algebra A credits or instructor Prerequisite: 2 Geometry credits approval or instructor approval Algebra I B is the second year of the two-year Trigonometry is the study of triangle measurement course sequence of Algebra I A and B. This course and the unit circle. Many real-world problems (e.g., is designed for students who want to take algebra navigation and surveying) require the utilization of but find it hard the abstract concepts difficult to triangles in their solutions. Trigonometry also grasp and need additional time to refine skills and provides an important mathematical connection build confidence. Algebra I B allows students to between geometry and algebra. cover the same curriculum as students in second *For the college bound student with a strong semester Algebra I. Students will be able to spend math/science emphasis, Trigonometry must be more time on each concept and will have more taken concurrently with either: time to practice and demonstrate skills that will • first or second semester Algebra II, develop and internalize the abstract concepts • first semester Applications of Algebra, or presented in algebra. • first semester Precalculus.

Geometry Credit: 2 Probability and Statistics Prerequisite: Algebra I or IA IB Credit: 1 credits or instructor approval Prerequisite: 2 Algebra II credits or instructor approval Probability provides a framework for dealing with AP Calculus uncertainty and for interpreting predictions based Credit: 2 UHS + 5 DMACC on uncertainty. Students will use probability to Prerequisite: 2 Pre-calculus make informed observations about the likelihood credits or instructor approval of events and to interpret and judge the validity of AP Calculus is designed to provide a thorough statistical claims. Statistics is utilized for the introduction into differential and integral calculus. collecting, representing, and processing of It is comparable to the first year calculus course important data. Learning to apply these statistical taught at some colleges and universities. Students techniques in solving problems, students will who enroll in the course have the goals of getting a enhance their social awareness and career preview of calculus before college and/or acquiring opportunities. sufficient skills and knowledge of the subject to enter a college mathematics program level higher than beginning calculus. Applications of Algebra Credit: 2 The overall objective of the course is to prepare Prerequisite: Junior or senior students for the advanced placement test in with Trigonometry credit*, 2 Algebra II calculus. Most colleges and universities grant credits, or instructor approval college credit for scoring well on this exam. AP Applications of Algebra is a two-semester course Calculus corresponds to MAT 211 in the DMACC designed to prepare students for further study of course guide. mathematics. The students review and continue to develop the properties and applications of algebraic, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions Life Skills-Math and are introduced to selected pre-calculus topics. Credit: 2 This class provides a valuable background for those Prerequisite: Teacher approval wishing to continue their study of mathematics. Life Skills - Math is designed to develop and *Trigonometry must be completed before or taken improve students’ math skills. Major emphasis will concurrently with first semester Applications of be placed on the areas of money, telling time, and Algebra. basic math facts. Community outings will be utilized to reinforce these skills. Pre-calculus Credit: 2 UHS + 5 DMACC Prerequisite: Trigonometry credit*, 2 Algebra II credits, or instructor MUSIC approval Pre-Calculus is designed to prepare students for a Band course in calculus at the college level. This course is for students who intend to continue their Credit: 1 education in mathematics, engineering, science, or Prerequisite: Must have other math-related areas, or who are interested in completed the Advanced Beginner level learning mathematics as a part of their total of the Urbandale Instrumental education. A secondary purpose is to provide Developmental Performance Record students not planning a math-related career with High school instrumental music is offered to the mathematics they need to pass-out of required students who have completed middle school band math courses at the college level. Pre-calculus or who have approval by a director. Group and corresponds to MAT 129 in the DMACC course individual learning opportunities in band include guide. To qualify for the 5 hours of DMACC credit, concert and marching (including drum line) bands a student must complete the full year class (fall and as well as lessons and solo and small ensemble spring semesters) and register in the second contest. The band performs locally at concerts, semester with DMACC. contests and festivals, and nationally every four *Trigonometry must be completed before or taken years on a major trip. The Band has represented concurrently with first semester Pre-calculus. the Urbandale community through performances in such locations as the Bahamas, California, and Treble Choir is a large choir open to students with Hawaii. With concert band and lessons at the core high pitched voices in grades 10-12. An audition of the program, involvement fosters individual with solo singing, sight-reading, and tonal memory responsibility, accountability and teamwork. components is required.. This class emphasizes Knowledge and skills attained at this level will healthy singing technique and basic music literacy. serve to prepare the student for further musical Treble Choir performs a wide variety of choral involvement. Group literature levels range from repertoire in multiple concerts throughout the level 4 (9th-10th graders) to level 5 (11th-12th) on school year. The group meets every day. Voice a scale of 1 to 6. Solo and small ensemble literature lessons are available to interested students. ranges from level 3 to level 6. Band meets Day 1/Day 2 for a total of 215 minutes per week with additional before-school rehearsals during marching season.

Jazz Band Credit: 1 Urbandale Singers Prerequisite: Audition Credit: 1 High School Jazz Band is a course offered to those Prerequisite: Audition and for students who are currently enrolled in the large grades 10-12 group bands which encompass both marching band Urbandale Singers is the premier UHS choral and concert band consecutively. This class will ensemble of students in grades 10-12. An audition provide students the opportunity to learn about with solo singing, sight-reading, and tonal memory jazz literature, jazz history, jazz pedagogy, jazz components is required. This class emphasizes improvisation, and jazz theory. The students in healthy singing technique and advanced music this class will comprise a jazz band, more than one literacy. Urbandale Singers performs a wide if necessary, which will perform at a variety of variety of choral repertoire in multiple concerts venues in concerts, contests and festivals. throughout the school year. The group meets every Involvement in Jazz Band will foster individual day. Students will be selected from this ensemble responsibility, accountability, self-discipline, to audition for the Iowa All-State Chorus. Voice teamwork, and dedication towards excellence. lessons with a private teacher or UHS instructor Knowledge and skills attained at this level will are strongly encouraged. serve to prepare the student for further musical involvement not only in this idiom, but in other musical endeavors as well. Group literature levels Women’s Concert Choir range from level 3 to 5 on a scale of 1 to 6. Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Girls 9-12 Men’s Concert Choir Women’s Concert Choir is a large choir open to all Credit: 1 girls in grades 9-12. No audition is required. This Prerequisite: Boys 9-12 class emphasizes healthy singing technique and Men’s Concert Choir is a large choir open to all basic music literacy. Women’s Concert Choir boys. No audition is required. This class performs a wide variety of choral repertoire in emphasizes healthy singing technique and basic multiple concepts throughout the school year. The music literacy. Concert Choir performs a wide group meets every day. Voice lessons are available variety of choral repertoire in multiple concerts to interested students. throughout the school year. The group meets every day. Voice lessons are available to interested students.

Treble Choir Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Grades 10-12 (Audition) recent English course In AP English Language and Composition, students learn to understand and analyze complex styles of writing by reading works from a variety of authors. They will explore the richness of language, including syntax, imitation, word choice, and tone. They'll also learn about their own composition style and process, starting with exploration, planning, and writing, and continuing through editing, peer review, rewriting, polishing, and applying what they learn to a breadth of academic, personal, and professional contexts. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in communications, creative writing, journalism, literature, and composition.

Online AP Physics B Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Algebra II and Physics AP physics B is a non-calculus survey course covering five general areas: Newtonian mechanics, thermal physics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Students will gain an understanding of core physics ONLINE AP CLASSES principles and then apply them to problem-solving exercises. Students will learn how to measure the Students must be signed up by the end of mass of a planet without weighing it, find out how the previous school year. electricity makes a motor turn, and learn how opticians know how to shape the lenses for glasses. Online AP Chemistry The equivalent of an introductory college-level Credit: 2 course, AP Physics B prepares students for the AP Prerequisite: Gen./Adv. exam and for further study in science and Chemistry and Algebra II engineering. AP Chemistry builds students' understanding of the nature and reactivity of matter. After studying the structure of atoms, molecules, and ions, students move on to solve quantitative chemical problems Online AP Statistics and explore how molecular structure related to Credit: 2 chemical and physical properties. Students will Prerequisite: Algebra II examine the molecular composition of common AP Statistics gives students hands-on experience substances and learn to predictably transform collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting them through chemical reactions. The equivalent of real-world data. They learn to effectively design an introductory college-level chemistry course, AP and analyze research studies by reviewing and chemistry prepares students for the AP Exam and evaluation real research examples taken from daily for further study in science, health sciences, or life. The next time they hear the results from engineering. another poll or study, they'll know whether the results are valid. As the art of drawing conclusions from imperfect data and the science of real world uncertainties, statistics plays an important role in Online AP English Language and Composition many fields. The equivalent of an introductory Credit: 2 college-level course, AP Prerequisite: Min. of B in most statistics prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science, geography, and business.

Online AP Macroeconomics Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Algebra II

AP Macroeconomics students learn why and how the world economy can change from month to month, how to identify trends in our economy, and how to use those trends to develop performance measures and predictors of economic growth or decline. They’ll also examine how individuals, institutions, and influences affect people, and how those factors can impact everyone’s life through employment rates, government spending, inflation, taxes, and production. The equivalent of a 100- level college-level class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in business, political science and history.

Online AP Microeconomics Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Algebra I AP* Microeconomics studies the behavior of individuals and businesses as they exchange goods and services in the marketplace. Students will learn why the same product costs different amounts at different stores, in different cities, at different times. They’ll also learn to spot patterns in economic behavior and how to use those patterns to explain buyer and seller behavior under various conditions. Microeconomics studies the economic way of thinking, understanding the nature and function of markets, the role of scarcity and competition, the influence of factors such as interest rates on business decisions, and the role of government in promoting a healthy economy. The equivalent of a 100-level college course, AP Microeconomics prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in business, history, and political science PHYSICAL EDUCATION Health Credit: 1 Physical Education 9-10 The Health course is a one semester, state- Credit: .25 per semester mandated comprehensive course. Students are The objective of 9th/10th grade physical education is introduced to a spectrum of health-based topics. to provide students with a variety of activities that Areas of study include, but are not limited to the include sportsmanship, health/fitness knowledge following: self esteem & mental health, hygiene, and skill development. Students will select and anatomy, exercise, nutrition, substance abuse, register for one of the following sections: PE 9-10 family life, control & prevention of disease, Fitness, PE 9-10 Team Sports, PE 9-10 consumer choices, first aid, death/dying, Recreational Activities, or PE 9-10 Strength environmental concerns, and human growth & Training. Sections will be assigned based on development. Guest speakers from State & availability and class size. government agencies that provide heath resources are sometimes included. Interdisciplinary projects Students will select an area of focus within 9th and 10th grade. Areas include Fitness, Team Sports, are a routine part of the health curriculum. Recreational Activities, and Strength Training,. All sections will integrate the State required components of physical fitness activities that Wellness for Life increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular Credit: 1 strength and flexibility; sports and games; Grade Level: Grades 11-12 tumbling and gymnastics; rhythms and dance; water safety; leisure and lifetime activities. Fitness The Wellness class continues the progression of and Strength Training will introduce a variety of health related information that has been taught in fitness programs such as aerobics and free weights. Health and PE classes. Areas of study include: Team games sections will include activities such as stress management, body systems, health care basketball and volleyball. Recreational activities systems, health related careers, dynamics of will include, but not be limited to, bocce ball and nutrition, body image, sexual harassment, CPR & archery. first aid, fitness, international health, wellness programs, disabilities, infectious/non-infectious Physical Education 11-12 disease, mental disorders, self esteem, and Credit: .25 per semester community health services. Wellness students The objective of 11/12th grade physical education have first hand interactions with community health is to provide students with a variety of activities related professionals and the services they offer. that expand their experience in various physical activities. Students will select and register for one of the following sections: PE 11-12 Fitness, PE 11-12 Team Sports, PE 11-12 Recreational Contract Physical Education Activities, or PE 11-12 Strength Training. Credit: .25 Sections will be assigned based on availability and In extenuating circumstances, students in grades class size. 9–12 may participate in programs other than the regular physical education instructional program Students will select an area of focus to continue to and still receive credit to meet graduation study and demonstrate the state required requirements. components of physical education. Students will further develop their skills in movement, The student must submit a Contract Program participate regularly in physical activities and proposal that gives a general outline of activities. lifelong activities, comprehend and apply the Student must meet the following requirements: concepts of fitness, develop social relationships  Students must have no physical education and gain an understanding of their individual failures to make up from previous years. fitness level. This course includes the state  Students must have a full academic requirement of cardiopulmonary resuscitation schedule: 1. The schedule must include (CPR) training for all graduates. band, chorus and foreign language to be considered a full schedule. 2. The schedule includes senior credit deficiency needs. 3. The schedule includes vocational program (such as DMACC or Central Campus).  Students must participate in the activity 2.5 hours per week.  Activities must include but not limited to: 1) Physical fitness activities that increase cardiovascular endurance. 2) Muscular strength and flexibility. 3) Sports and games. 4) Tumbling and gymnastics. 5) Rhythms and dance. SCIENCE 6) Water safety. General Science 7) Leisure and lifetime activities Credit: 2 Prerequisite: None  Students must keep a log of the activity Grade 9 that includes amount of time spent on the General Science introduces the students to the activity each week. Logs can be found on physical world and prepares them for future the high school page of the website. science courses. General Science is an inquiry-  Student and parent/guardian must based course consisting of two semesters. One meet with school administrator or staff semester will include scientific inquiry and designee. During the meeting students Earth/space science. The topics include but are not will submit their proposal explaining limited to: scientific method, experimentation, what activities they will participate in plate tectonic forces, earthquakes, volcanoes, to successfully complete the contract. tsunamis, erosion, and celestial bodies. The other This must be done no later than one semester will include chemistry and physics topics. week prior to the start of the semester Such as: matter, the Periodic table, chemical bonds the student is contracting for. In order and reactions, motion, forces, fluids, simple to be valid the contract must be signed machines, waves and electricity. by the student, a parent, the designated teacher, and an Life Science administrator all agreeing to its terms. Credit: 2  Student must meet the CPR Prerequisite: General Science and certification requirement for instructor approval graduation. See page 5 of course Life Science is concerned with major real world directory. applications of the following concepts: the characteristics of living organisms, the  Students will receive a letter grade based classification of living organisms, cell structure and on participation and documentation. For heredity, , dissections of certain animal classes, and every week the participation and use of scientific method. documentation requirements are not met, the student’s grade will be lowered one General Biology whole grade. Credit: 2 Prerequisite: General Science General Biology is a survey of many different aspects of living things. It is for the student that needs a background in the basic biological language and in how these terms relate to everyday life and our surroundings. The course is less detailed and more structured than Advanced associated with these problems, and to examine Biology and gives a broader range of exposure to alternative solutions for resolving or preventing biological science. them. Some topics investigated include Earth systems and resources, the living world, Advanced Biology population, land and water use, energy resources Credit: 2 and consumption, pollution, and global change. Prerequisite: General Science Biology is the study of life, its organization and the General Chemistry chemical processes that maintain it. Advanced Credit: 2 Biology is a year-long course intended to prepare Prerequisite: C or better in both students for college level science. First semester semesters of Algebra or Algebra 1A & 1B will focus on the micro-level of biology, including This two-semester course is designed to meet the chemistry, cell structure and function, cell needs of the student who wants to go on to a 4 year transport, photosynthesis, cell respiration, and cell university. The course will focus on the modern reproduction. Second semester will focus on concepts of chemistry and on using problem genetics, DNA technology, evolution, classification, solving effectively. Some topics investigated and a macro-level survey of kingdoms, including include atomic structure, periodic law, chemical dissections. bonds, chemical composition, chemical equations, gas laws, solution process, acid and bases, and AP Biology science/society issues pertaining to chemistry. A Credit: 2 student must pass the 1st semester to enroll in the Prerequisite: C or better in 2nd semester. Biology and C or better in Chemistry, or teacher approval Advanced Chemistry This is a college level biology course. It covers a Credit: 2 + 4 DMACC full range of concepts from microbiology to macro- Prerequisite: B+ or better in biology. First semester will focus on microbiology, both semesters of Algebra such as biochemistry, cell biology, biochemical Advanced Chemistry is a two-semester course with pathways, genetics, and heredity. Second semester an emphasis on laboratory work and is designed will emphasize macro-biology, such as evolution, for students who might be considering majoring in taxonomy and classification of species, and the a science field. Some topics investigated include structure and physiology of plants and animals. A atomic structure, electron configuration of the fundamental understanding of chemistry concepts atom, periodic law, chemical bonds, chemical is important to a student's success in this class. In composition, chemical equations, gas laws, solution order to receive college credit, an AP College Board process, ionization, acid, bases, salts, hydrocarbons, exam must be taken. The exam is given in May and and current science/society issues pertaining to a student's score on the exam determines the chemistry. A student must pass the 1st semester to amount of college credit a school will grant the enroll in the 2nd semester. Advanced chemistry student. corresponds to CHM165 in DMACC’s course guide.

Physics Credit: 2 + 5 DMACC Environmental Science Prerequisite: B or better in Credit: 2 Chemistry and Trigonometry Prerequisite: General Science Physics is an advanced two-semester science and a biological science course that is taught by experimentation in the lab. In environmental science we will provide students The first semester consists of the study of force, with the scientific principles, concepts, and rectilinear motion, curvilinear motion, work, power methodologies required to understand the and energy. The second semester consists of the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify study of wave motion, sound, light, optics and analyze environmental problems both natural interference and diffraction. This course is a very and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks intense course and is recommended only for the serious science and math students. Engineering projects consisting of a mousetrap car and a catapult car will be constructed the first and second quarters. The second semester project will be to engineer a miniature roller coaster to enter into a competition at Iowa State University. Physics corresponds to PHY160 in DMACC’s course guide.

Human Anatomy and Physiology Credit: 2 Prerequisite: C or better in Biology and C or better in Chemistry, or teacher approval Human Anatomy and Physiology is a year-long course taught to prepare students for college level medical and/or anatomy courses. Students will study the structure and function of the body systems systemically. Students will start the class by reviewing basic biology knowledge, as well as learning important vocabulary and terminology used by the scientific community. A fundamental understanding of chemistry concepts is important to a student’s success in this class. The following body systems will be taught during first semester: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Second semester will focus on the study of the endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and immune body systems.

Life Skills – Science Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Teacher approval Life Skills – Science allows students to explore a variety of science topics. It is designed to allow SOCIAL STUDIES students to investigate using the process of scientific inquiry. Skills will correlate with life Cultural Geography I & II Credit: 1 skills needed during their high school career as Grade Level: 9 well as with their post-secondary transition. Cultural Geography focuses on a thematic approach Students will utilize these skills in a variety of that provides the student with insight into the ways. development of various cultures of the world. The relationship between the geographic environment, the history and the cultural characteristics of a society will be explored. Social, economic and political development of each culture is examined along with the arts and sciences produced by each. The student is asked to solve product and performance problems designed to facilitate understanding and application of knowledge. A wide range of activities is employed to introduce the student to worlds like and unlike his or her own. The major outcome is for students to become acquainted with the forces that form unique American History cultures and to explore and understand the many Credit: 2 factors that produce a cohesive culture. The course Grade Level: 11 covers the study of the tools of a geographer American History is designed to teach students including the 5 Themes of Geography and 5 how to acquire information and make objective Structures of Culture to study the following units: decisions based on as much information as Africa, Middle East, India, China, Japan, Europe, possible. Each unit incorporates the gathering of Latin America, and Canada. information and decision-making. Emphasis is placed on understanding the forces that have shaped the American character and on examining AP Human Geography the reform movements which have affected the Credit: 2 American point of view. Peaceful resolution of Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography is a conflict and the role of compromise is stressed. two-semester course that is designed as an Students are asked to address major social issues introductory college geography class. This course in America, past and present, and to present a aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of thesis on possible solutions to problems these human geography and to provide a geographic issues may represent. Students study time periods framework for the analysis of current world of American History chronologically from colonies problems by the use of case studies. The course to present day. strives to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have helped shape human understanding, as well as the use and World History (Early) alteration of the Earth’s surface. The course Credit: 1 develops the ability to ask geographic questions, to World History (Early) focuses on the development acquire, organize and analyze geographic of civilization from earliest man. Emphasis is information, and finally, answer geographic placed on human achievement from the Neolithic questions. Students employ spatial concepts and Revolution through the French Revolution. Special landscape analysis to analyze human social emphasis is placed on the arts and sciences and the organization and its environmental consequences. lasting contributions to Western Civilization made Successful completion of this course will prepare by the major groups studied. The role of the the student to succeed when taking the Advanced individual in history is stressed. Comparisons are Placement Human Geography exam. Taking the drawn between ancient times and modern where exam is not required for the course, but it is applicable. The student should gain an recommended. Students who choose to take the understanding of their cultural heritage and an exam are responsible for paying their own exam appreciation for the contributions made by fees. individuals who lived in ancient times.

Current Events World History (Recent ) Credit: 1 Credit: 1 Current Events is designed to acquaint the student World History (Recent) focuses on the political with a wide range of current worldwide and development of modern European nations from national issues. Important current events in the 1600 to the present. Special emphasis is placed on news will be traced to their historical roots. This major world movements such as nationalism, course is designed to assist students in becoming imperialism, industrialism, and the effects of war. more informed citizens and to give them the The student should gain an understanding of the historical background of events necessary to better complexity of the modern world and an understand current situations. Students become appreciation for the antecedents of current issues familiar with important people, places and events and conflicts. in the news and are able to hold opinions based on facts and deeper understandings. AP European History Credit: 2 to 1916; 1917 to the present. The course will AP European History focuses on an in depth study emphasize both knowledge on a factual basis and of the history of Europe from 1500 to the present. the ability to develop concepts. The course begins with an introduction to Western Civilization with brief introduction of Greece, Rome Political, social, diplomatic and economic history and the Middle Ages. The topics emphasized will will be emphasized. Historiography will be a part include Renaissance and Exploration, Reformation of the study within each unit. The student will be and Religious Wars, Early Modern Society, expected to use a textbook, other secondary and Scientific Revolution, Growth of the State and primary source material and take notes from Commercial Revolution, Enlightenment and Social lecture. Essay writing will be an important Change, French Revolution, Industrial Society, component of the course as well as document nationalism and Imperialism, Intellectual, Cultural, based questions (DBQs) and multiple choice and Social Upheaval, World War I and Revolution, quizzes and exams. These are designed to replicate The Crisis of Democracy and World War II, and components of the College Board exam that is given 1945 to Present. Emphasis will be placed on in May. This exam is not required but the student themes that run through out history. At the end of is encouraged to consider taking it. this course the student should be prepared to take the AP European History Test. American Government Credit: 1 Grade Level: 12 Contemporary American History American Government is designed to provide the Credit 1 student with a basic understanding of the Prerequisite: One semester of American political system. Form and function of World/American History government institutions and the role of the citizen The Contemporary American History program is a in a democratic society are topics stressed. high energy, high voltage classroom experience Students are required to demonstrate their designed to get a “glimpse into the lives of their understanding of active citizenship by attending parents and grandparents.” It will look at what life governmental functions of their choice. was like for baby boomer generation, and will include an in depth look into the culture of the period. Emphasis will be placed on the 60’s, 70’s, AP American Government/Economics and 80’s to understand the events, people, and Credit: 2 experiences role in shaping the attitudes of future Prerequisite: Senior status generations. Students will be asked to address Grade Level: 12 major social issues during the specific time period This course will meet both the government and covered, explore attitudes of the period, and economics requirements for graduation and also transport themselves back through the experiences prepare the student to take the AP government and of music, television, interviews, readings, and politics in the United States integrating it with the Internet exploration basic principles of economics. Students will learn the basic principles of a market economy and the role of supply, demand, and price determination. It AP American History will also include the role of the government in our Credit: 2 economic system. Students will become familiar Grade Level: 11 with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and AP American History is designed for students who ideas that constitute U.S. politics. Students will wish to successfully complete the advanced view current issues in American society from a placement exam administered by the College Board political and economic point of view. Advanced Placement program. Most colleges and universities grant college credit for scoring well on this exam. Economics Credit: 1 This course is taught chronologically with unit Prerequisite: Senior Status emphasis as follows: The years 1607 to 1789; 1790 Grade Level: 12 Economics is designed to acquaint the student with The Advanced Placement Psychology course is basic principles of economics, primarily as they designed for qualified students who wish to apply to the American government, households and complete studies in secondary school, equivalent to business in terms of American capitalism. They an introductory college course in psychology. The address the questions concerning the American purpose of the course is to introduce students to economic system’s efforts to maximize goods and the systematic and scientific study of the behavior services in conformity with human needs and and mental processes of human beings and wants. Students learn the basic principles of a selected animals. Major topics in the AP course market economy and the role of supply, demand, include: history and approaches, research methods, and price determination. They examine current biological bases of behavior, sensation and policy concerning the use of monetary and fiscal perception, states of consciousness, learning, policy to close inflationary and deflationary gaps. cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental Students view current issues in American society psychology, personality, testing and individual from an economic point of view and use their differences, abnormal psychology, treatment of economic understanding to propose and explain psychological disorders, and social psychology. possible solutions to problems these issues may The AP Psychology course offers an introduction to present. psychology and prepares students to take the AP Psychology Examination, which is administered in May. By achieving a successful score on the AP Psychology Exam, students may receive credit and or advanced Credit: 1 placement for course work in college. Prerequisite: 11-12 or with teacher approval This course is an introduction to the scientific study of behavior. A scientific orientation is stressed with emphasis on scientific methods and procedures. Specific areas included are learning theory, biological foundation of behavior, student produced experimentation, sleep, theories of personality, psychological development, and abnormal psychology. Career choices in psychology are identified.

Sociology Credit: 1 Prerequisite: 10-12 This course is an introduction to college level sociology. During the first 9 weeks students are introduced to sociology as the science of society. They learn about models of analysis, gang producing models of ethnic and racial separation, value systems, cultural patters, organizational theory, normative systems, ethnocentrism, socialization, and the theories of deviance.

AP Psychology Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status TECHNOLOGY the steps necessary to manufacture and produce that product. Students will use computer design to ED./INDUSTRIAL produce product renderings, advertisements, TECHNOLOGY (Career and company logos, and short animation sequences. Technical Education) Second semester places the emphasis on creating 3D visualizations and animations. This is accomplished through the use of industry standard Computer Aided Drafting I (CAD I) 3D Graphics software. Students will create an Credit: 1 architectural rendering, an animation sequence, Prerequisite: None and a design of their own using advanced An introductory course designed to present techniques. Students will also gain experience in drafting and computer aided drafting (CAD) presenting their works. fundamentals and principles. Emphasis is placed on actual operation and utilization of drafting principles as applied through the use of CAD software. Practical experience is gained through work with basic design projects. Architectural Drafting Credit: 2 Prerequisite: CAD I and II minimum grade of C or instructor approval Computer Aided Drafting II (CAD II) Credit: 1 Architectural Drafting is a course that uses Prerequisite: CAD I minimum computers as the design tool. Students study the grade of C or following topics: house designs, individual room instructor designs, construction drawings, specifications, and approval estimating. Students produce drawings that relate Computer Aided Drafting II (CADII) is a course to each of these topics. designed to present advanced drafting and CAD fundamentals and principles. Emphasis is placed on actual operation and utilization of drafting principles as applied through the use of CAD and parametric modeling. Student will also make a selection in a specialty area for additional study. Woodworking Technology Practical experience is gained through work with Credit: 1 design projects. Prerequisite: None Woodworking Technology is a course which provides students the opportunity to study and use basic types of wood materials, hand and portable Computer Design & Animation tools, industrial machines, joinery, fastening Credit: 2 techniques, finishing, terminology and safety. Prerequisite: C average or better Having knowledge in these areas leads to well- in any 2 of the following courses: CAD I, informed consumers and crafts people. It may also CAD II, 2-D Art, 3-D Art, Computer Apps. I lead to a career in a wood-related industry or just a or instructor approval possible hobby. Computer Design and Animation is an advanced course designed to present design and animation fundamentals and principles. The first semester Building Construction emphasizes experimentation and demonstration of Credit: 1 practical skills and applications. Units include Prerequisite: Woodworking introduction to design, research and development, Technology minimum grade of C and and production. Practical experience is gained instructor approval through the creation of a student company, Building Construction will explore all areas of designing and creating a product and completing construction including residential, commercial, and civil construction. The processes of design, estimating, planning and the contractor’s role in course corresponds to EGT400 in the DMACC scheduling will be included. course guide.

Building Trades Credit: 6 UHS + 7 DMACC Prerequisite: Junior or Senior, Wood Technology, Building Construction with minimum grade of C and instructor approval Principles of Engineering Building Trades is a year long course that provides Credit: 2 + 3 DMACC students the apprenticeship opportunity to frame Prerequisite: Intro to and finish a house in an off-campus setting. This Engineering Design, completion of course focuses on the actual construction Algebra II or Geometry recommended or processes involved with building a residential instructor approval home from excavation through the finishing stages. Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 The quality of the students work must meet the A course that helps students understand the field of standards of the local building inspectors. engineering/engineering technology. Building Trades corresponds to CON 336, 336 Exploring various technology systems and in the DMACC course guide. manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem solving Cabinetmaking and Millwork process to benefit people. The course also includes Credit: 1 concerns about social and political consequences of Prerequisite: C or better grade in technological change. Students should have an Woodworking Tech. and instructor interest in math, science, and technology. Visit approval www.pltw.org for further information. This Cabinetmaking & Millwork is a course that course corresponds to EGT410 in the DMACC provides students the opportunity to continue their course guide. studies in types of wood materials, hand and portable tools, industrial machines, joinery, fastening techniques, finishing, terminology and safety as well as research and design. Having knowledge in these areas leads to well informed consumers and crafts people. It may also lead to a career in the cabinetmaking and millwork industry or just a possible hobby.

Introduction to Engineering Design Credit: 2 + 3 DMACC Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Instructor approval Introduction to Engineering Design is a course that teaches problem solving skills using a design development process. Model solutions are created, analyzed, and communicated using solid modeling computer design software. Students will be challenged with practical applications of math, science, and Industrial Technology. Students should have a strong math background and show an interest in math, science, and technology. This social skills, and budgeting. This is the first class in the Vocational Program.

Work Experience Credit: .5 to 2 Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Completed application and Student Study Team approval The Work Experience Program is a cooperative arrangement between student, school, and employer. Work Experience allows a student to gain job skills, earn money, and school credit through employment in the community. While on the job, the student will learn first hand the skills/competencies needed to get and keep a job. Students must have a job ("cash" jobs and working for relatives does not count). Students should plan to meet with the coordinator once a week.

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Experience Based Career Exploration (EBCE ) Credit: 1 or 2 Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Vocational Exploration Experience Based Career Exploration is designed to develop skills necessary in the workplace. Major emphasis is placed on actual experience in community businesses, interpersonal relations, appropriate work related behavior, and filling out forms necessary for employment.

Occupational Social Skills Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval Grade Level : 10-11 This year-long course presents functional curriculum about employment-related topics. This class is a practical approach to necessary information and skill building for a successful transition from school to the world of work and life outside of school. The primary objectives of this class are how to get a job, how to keep a job, and what to do with the money from that employment. Some of the topics covered in this curriculum include how to fill out an application, how to interview well, team building strategies, workplace