Secondary Program of Studies

SECONDARY PROGRAM OF STUDIES

Academic Year 2019-2020

116 West Beverley Street ~ Staunton, Virginia 24401 www.staunton.k12.va.us What Defines a Staunton High School Graduate?

We are Career, College, and Life Ready!

We are so proud of our Staunton City School graduates! The skills and attributes of our graduates are a result of years of a strong educational experience, from preschool to elementary to middle to high school. In

addition to developing understanding of each “subject”, we also focus on the dispositions that promote lifelong learners and productive citizens within our community and growing global society. These dispositions are referred to as “The 5Cs”, and are described below:

Communication: Staunton City students will be effective Communication communicators by using writing, speaking, active listening, and media to create meaning and understanding. Communication creates positive working relationships with others, results in increased productivity, and helps achieve goals throughout life. Collaboration

Collaboration: Staunton City students will be effective collaborators by working together with a diverse team to achieve a common goal. When we work together interdependently to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions, and solve problems, we all benefit. Shared responsibility, mutual respect, constructive feedback, Critical Thinking and time management are all important components of collaboration.

Critical Thinking: Staunton City students will be effective critical thinkers who use multiple pieces of information to make a decision or solve a problem. Critical thinkers inquire, analyze and simplify information, make connections, evaluate different perspectives, and use reasoning to draw conclusions. Creative Thinking Creative Thinking: Staunton City students will be effective creative thinkers by developing or elaborating on ideas that help solve real-life obstacles. Creative thinkers view failure as an opportunity to learn, are open to learning from others, and act in ways that make a valuable contribution.

Citizenship Citizenship: Staunton City Students will be effective citizens who value and respect differing perspectives. They offer a welcoming environment for others, understand the need for rules and obey them, make ethical decisions, and take informed action that improves the community and world.

Staunton City Secondary Schools

Staunton High

Staunton High School Shelburne Middle School 1200 North Coalter Street 300 Grubert Avenue Staunton, Virginia 24401 Staunton, Virginia 24401 540-332-3926 540-332-3930 http://staunton.k12.va.us/Domain/108 http://staunton.k12.va.us/Domain/235

Mr. Nate Collins Mrs. Jennifer Morris Principal Principal Staunton High School Shelburne Middle School

Mrs. Lori Swortzel Mr. Alan Kirkdorffer Mr. DeWayne Moore Assistant Principal Assistant Principals Shelburne Middle School Staunton High School

Ms. Betsy Bell (Director) Mrs. Leslie Trissel Ms. Allison Hahn Mrs. Katherine Funkhouser Ms. Emily Rexrode Counselors Counselors Shelburne Middle School Staunton High School

Mr. Brett Peters Career Coach Staunton High School

If there are questions regarding the Secondary Program of Studies, please contact: Stephanie Haskins, Executive Director of Instruction (540) 332-3920 Cassie Farrish, Secondary Instructional Supervisor (540) 332-3920

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION ONE- INFORMATION FOR PLANNING ...... 1 Welcome to the Secondary Program of Studies ...... 2 Naviance ...... 3 Preparing Your Secondary School Plan ...... 4 Next Steps Beyond High School ...... 6 Career Cluster ...... 8 Career Courses ...... 10 Selecting a Diploma Type and Completing the High School Program...... 12 Testing Requirements ...... 22

SECTION TWO – THE MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM ...... 24 Middle School Information for Scheduling ...... 25 Middle School General Information A-Z ...... 27 Middle School Courses ...... 30 6th Grade ...... 30 7th Grade ...... 32 8th Grade ...... 35

SECTION THREE – THE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM ...... 40 High School General Information A-Z ...... 41 High School Courses ...... 48 Art ...... 49 Career & Technical Education ...... 50 English ...... 53 Instrumental Music, Choral Music & Performing Arts ...... 56 Mathematics ...... 57 Physical Education ...... 59 Science ...... 60 Social Studies ...... 62 World Languages ...... 64 Programs for Exceptional Students ...... 66 Virtual Virginia ...... 67 Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School ...... 68 Valley Career and Technical Center ...... 74

The Staunton City School Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, or status as a parent. This attitude will prevail in all of its policies concerning staff, students, educational programs, and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.

Section One

INFORMATION for PLANNING

1 Welcome to the Secondary Program of Studies!

Staunton City Schools’ Secondary Program of Studies provides the framework for students and families to work with school counselors to plan meaningful middle and high school schedules. This booklet contains graduation requirements and course descriptions to assist you in the planning process. Refer to this guide before finalizing courses.

All Staunton City students are exposed to career experiences throughout grades K-12, as described below:

 Elementary: Students begin developing an Academic and Career Portfolio with their school counselors in elementary school. These portfolios help capture information about students’ interests and hobbies, which often lead to future careers.

 Middle: Middle school students participate in a Career Exploration course and are introduced to an online program called Naviance, where they study different career clusters and pathways. Middle school students and families work with school counselors to begin developing an Academic and Career Plan. This plan links student’s individual strengths and interests to possible career pathways and assists in course selections each year. At the middle school level, students select electives to explore a variety of interests. The plan is revisited annually and provides a roadmap for enabling students to successfully complete high school and to be prepared for their college and career plans.

 High: At the high school level, students continue to use Naviance as a tool to refine their Academic and Career Plan. The focus is on meeting graduation requirements, providing career and technical training, and preparing the student for further education/training beyond high school. Students are parents/guardians are encouraged to investigate the many course opportunities that support their college and career interests, including course offerings at the high school (including online experiences), Valley Career and Technical Center, and the Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School. Each student will participate in a career-related learning experience during high school that is aligned to his/her interest and career pathway.

Staunton City Schools’ goal is for all students to graduate from high school well-prepared to achieve their dreams and become successful, productive members of our community.

 Get involved in the planning and advising process – Build a resume, complete online surveys, and manage timelines and deadlines for making decisions about colleges and careers.  Research colleges – Compare GPA, standardized test scores, and other statistics to actual historical data from our school for students who have applied and been admitted in the past  Research careers – Research hundreds of careers and career clusters, and take career assessments  Create plans for the future – Create goals and to-dos, and complete tasks assigned by the school to better prepare your student for future college and career goals.

For student and parent access, use an Internet browser to connect to:

Staunton High School

https://student.naviance.com/robertelh

Shelburne Middle School

https://student.naviance.com/shelburnemiddle

Additional Questions? Or need help logging-in? Contact the school counselor.

3 Preparing Your Secondary School Plan

1. Consider your Options Beyond High School Use page 6-7 in this Program of Study and Naviance resources to help you determine your next step beyond high school

2. Select a Career Cluster/Pathway Use pages 8-9 in this Program of Study and Naviance resources to help you . Choose a career cluster/pathway that closely relates to your interests, skills, and strengths . Explore occupations that relate to your skills . Learn what education, skills, and knowledge are required

3. Consider Courses that relate to your Career Path Use pages 10-14 in this Program of Study and Naviance resources to help you select middle and high school courses to meet your needs and graduation requirements. The last section of the Program of Study offers specific course descriptions.

4. Decide your Diploma Type Use pages 12-21 in this Program of Study and Naviance resources to help you determine the right diploma option for you

5. Project your High School Journey Using the Academic and Career Plan template Use pages 12-21 in this Program of Study and Naviance resources to help you select middle and high school courses to meet your needs and graduation requirements

6. Set high achievement goals and monitor your progress regularly The choices you make in middle and high school enable you to reach future goals. Set high expectations for yourself, develop good study habits, and seek help whenever you need it. Monitor your progress using the Student and Parent Portal feature. A high school diploma is a ticket to future success. Staunton City Schools is committed to helping all students graduate on-time, college and career-ready.

The Program of Study is correct as of December 2018. Due to financial, staffing or enrollment considerations, changes may occur.

4 What You Need to Know: With support from their parents/guardians, students should think about their career goals and draft a plan for their individual secondary program of study to prepare them for their future aspirations. The plan may change, of course, as students progress through middle and high school and learn more about their abilities, interests, and the opportunities available to them. School counselors will work with students and parents to formalize the plan, update the plan each year, and assist students in the registration process for the next year’s courses. When drafting this plan, students and parents should refer to the diploma requirements, sample course sequences, and high school course in this Program of Studies. School counselors are always ready to assist with scheduling information, requirements, and planning strategies.

Getting Started This educational planning guide is designed to:  help students and their parents make informed choices about middle and high school courses,  realize that kindergarten through high school performance relates to future goals, . understand Virginia graduation requirements, . and assist students in planning and refining their secondary plans of study.

Students should study this guide and consult with their parents/guardians and school counselor as they plan. All students should choose challenging classes which maximize their learning opportunities. Rigorous middle and high school courses prepare students well for further education and successful careers. Parents and students should consider the following when making decisions about course selection: . previous performance in subject area, . student test scores, . commitment of the student, and . recommendations from teachers, counselors, and principals.

It is important to pay close attention to the graduation requirements for the student’s particular graduating class. There are many variations based on individual elective choices and student performance. This guide is designed to assist students and parents with long-range program planning as part of the student’s career plan and for selecting specific courses for the next year’s schedule. The school counselor, parent and student will develop an Academic and Career Plan that will address the interests and aptitudes of the student. This plan will serve as a guide for yearly conferences with counselors and decisions to be made throughout middle and high school. A sample worksheet is available on to assist with these plans. Parents are encouraged to use this form to design a program that meets your child’s individual academic and career objectives as well as talk with students about their career exploration through the Naviance platform. Students should choose courses that contribute toward the accomplishment of their educational, personal, and career goals.

Please keep in mind that these are tentative plans and that students and parents will need to review plans annually with a school counselor to make adjustments as necessary. Information in this booklet should generate helpful discussions about career opportunities, diploma types, and educational plans. It is important for students to realize that the educational choices made today greatly affect the opportunities available to them in the future.

5 What Are My Next Steps Beyond High School?

Did you know… Career  Ready to start a career immediately? If so, transition to a trade school, or begin a career immediately.  Visit the link to view the benefits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-e_vaKzOfM

College  Think ahead about timelines. Will you apply as early or regular admission? Consider timelines for completing the following: o SAT/ ACT o Letters of recommendation o Personal essay and application  72% of college grads say that college pays off! College grads earn $17,000 more each year. (Cornerstone University, 2018) Military  The ASVAB test is administered at Staunton High School, and provides guidance to students about possible future careers for young men and women.  If you have an interest in the military, please contact your school counselor.  There are 24 career fields for the military: o Accounting, Budget and Finance Career o Arts, Communications, Media and Design Career o Aviation Career o Business Administration and Operations Career o Combat Operations Career o Communications Equipment Technologists and Technicians Career • o Construction, Building and Extraction Career o Counseling, Social Work and Human Services Career o Cyber Career o Education and Training Career o Engineering and Scientific Research Career o Environmental Health and Safety Career o Health Care Practitioners Career o Human Resources Management and Services Career o Information Technology, Computer Science and Mathematics Career o Intelligence Career o International Relations, Linguistics and Other Social Sciences Career o Law Enforcement, Security and Protective Services Career o Legal Professions and Support Services Career o Mechanic and Repair Technologists and Technicians Career o Medical and Clinical Technicians Career o Naval and Maritime Operations Career o Personal and Culinary Services Career o Transportation, Supply and Logistics Career  For more information, visit: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/

6 Am I College and/or Career Ready?

One of the look-fors of our new graduates is completion of a Career and Content Career Technical Education sequence (two or more related courses) OR Knowledge Exploration completion of an Advanced Placement or Dual Enrollment course. Consider some of the options that are described in more detail in the course descriptions. Workplace Community Skills & Civic

Career College Program Completer Sequences ~ Advanced Placement Courses ~ (Two paired courses) Courses offered at Staunton High: Here are samples:  AP Computer Science Principles Computer information systems Advanced computer information  AP English 11 Programming AP Computer Science Principles  AP English 12 Early childhood education 1 Early childhood education 2  AP Statistics  AP Biology Applied engineering 1 Applied engineering 2  AP Environmental Science Digital visualization Communication systems  AP World History Principles of global business Computer information systems  AP US History Nutrition and wellness Hospitality and tourism  AP Psychology Child develop and parenting Early childhood education  AP US Government and Politics Arch drawing and design Engineering drawing and design  AP Spanish Arch drawing and design Digital visualization Courses offered at Governor’s School: Imaging Technology Digital visualization  AP Calculus BC Independent Living Child develop and parenting  AP Statistics Advanced computer information Design, multimedia, & web tech  AP Chemistry Culinary arts 1 Culinary arts 2  AP Environmental Science Mentorship Teachers for Tomorrow  AP Computer Science A Carpentry 1 Carpentry 2 All AP courses are offered through Virtual Virginia. Welding 1 Welding 2 Dual Enrollment Courses ~ Precision Machining 1 Precision Machining 2 Note: This is not a complete list. Electricity 1 Electricity 2  Architectural and Drawing Design HVACR 1 HVACR 2  College Composition Diesel equipment technology 1 Diesel equipment technology 2  College Pre-Calculus Auto Body Technology 1 Autobody Technology 2  College Calculus  Engineering Drawing and Design Dental Assistant 1 Dental Assistant 2  French EMT 1 EMT 2  Introduction to Business Nurse Aide 1 Nurse Aide 2  Survey of World Art I (Governor’s School) Veterinary Science I Veterinary Science 2  US and Virginia History Medical Terminology Intro to Health & Medical  Veterinary Science (VCTC) VT livestock production VT livestock production  Teachers for Tomorrow (VCTC) management I management 2 Pursuit of rigorous coursework is encouraged for students Woodworking Design and Woodworking Design and seeking enrollment in college. In the current schedule, Fabrication 1 Fabrication 2 there are many opportunities for students to pursue these courses, so depth of learning should be valued over pace Staunton High School offers many industry certifications of courses. In addition to courses listed above, we offer for students that allow students to have credentials as they honors courses that help prepare students for the level of transition to careers. focus needed for accelerated courses.

Check Out These Career Clusters! BUSINESS, FINANCE &

Which Appeals to YOU? INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Career Clusters are groups of similar occupations and industries which share common features. They were developed by the U.S. Department of Education as a way to organize career planning. Through interest Business Management & inventories in programs like Naviance, students learn Administration Cluster about their particular areas of strength and interest and  General Management determine careers for which they may be well-suited.  Business Information There are sixteen Career Clusters and within each of the Management  Human Resources clusters are several pathways. Career Pathways are Management groups of jobs within a cluster that require common  Operations Management skills. By investigating pathways and clusters, students can learn about the skills and education required for Finance certain jobs and how they might begin in a career and  Securities & Investments move from job to job as they build their experience and  Business Finance education.  Accounting  Insurance For more information about Career Clusters and  Banking Services Pathways, visit:

Hospitality & Tourism  Restaurants & Food/Beverage Services  Lodging  Travel & Tourism http://www.doe.virginia.gov/instruction/career_technical/career_clusters/index.shtml  Recreation, Amusements &Attractions

COMMUNICATION Information Technology  Network Systems VISUAL & PERFORMING  Information Support & ARTS Services  Web & Digital Communications  Programming & Software Development Arts, Audio-Visual

Technology & Marketing Communication  Marketing Management  Graphic Artist  Professional Sales  Fashion Designer  Merchandising  Camera Operator  Marketing Communications  Film & Video Editor  Marketing Research

HEALTH, SOCIAL SCIENCES & SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, PUBLIC SERVICE ENGINEERING & MATH

Education & Training Agriculture, Food & Natural Cluster Resource Cluster  Administration &  Administration & Administrative Support Administrative Support  Professional Support  Professional Support Services Services  Teaching/Training  Teaching/Training

Health Science Cluster Architecture & Construction  Therapeutic Services Cluster  Diagnostic Services  Design/Pre-Construction  Biotechnology  Construction Research &  Maintenance/Operations Development

Human Services Cluster Manufacturing Cluster

 Counseling & Mental  Production Health Services  Manufacturing Production  Personal Care Process Dev Services  Maintenance, Installation  Family & Community & Repair Services  Logistics & Inventory  Early Childhood Control Development  Health, Safety & Environmental Law, Public Safety, Assurance Corrections & Security Cluster Transportation, Distribution  Correction Services & Logistic Cluster  Emergency & Fire  Transportation Operations Management Services  Logistics Planning &  Security & Protective Management Services Services  Warehousing &  Law Enforcement Distribution Center Services Operations  Legal Services  Facility & Mobile

Equipment Maintenance Government & Public

Administration Science, Technology,  National Security  Foreign Service Mathematics, Engineering Planning Cluster  Revenue & Taxation  Engineering & Technology Regulation  Science & Math  Public Management & Administration

9 Matching High School Courses to Your Future

All students should discuss their career interests and future goals with their family and school counselor. This chart is a useful resource that can be used as a framework for beginning the Academic and Career Plan in middle and high school, as students select courses that align with their areas of interest and career pathways. If a student determines an interest in specific colleges, community colleges, or technical training programs, it is recommended that the student discuss this interest with the school counselor and contact the particular program to ensure that any specific entry requirements can be met upon graduation. Career Staunton High Gov School Valley Tech BRCC Career Area of Interest Pathways Related Courses Related Courses Related Courses Pathway

Art Electives Humanities Graphic Design Design/Multimedia/Web Acting Certificate COMMUNICATION Advanced Craft and Skills Arts, Audio- Design/Multimedia/Web Introduction to Theatre VISUAL & Mentorship Dramatic Theory & Crit PERFORMING Visual College Composition Theatre Practicum Technology & Creative Writing Studio Art ARTS Mass Communications Survey of Art Communication World Language Art Practicum Band College/Univ Transfer Chorus Program Theater

Business AP Computer Science Calculus courses Computer Network Accounting Management & Principles AP Computer Science Software Operations Admin Support Administration Comp Info Systems (CIS) AP Statistics Intro to Culinary Arts Technician BUSINESS, FINANCE & Advanced CIS Computer Network Ops Culinary Arts I, II Business Management Finance Cloud Technologies Geospatial Info Systems Computer Systems Info Systems Technology INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Hospitality & Design/Multimedia/Web Advanced Technology Technology Computer Electronics Tourism Econ & Personal Finance Scientific Research Marketing Intro to Business DE Cybersecurity

Information Principles of Global Business Technology AP Statistics College/Univ Transfer Mentorship Program Marketing Medical Systems Admin (Business Specialization)

Child Development & Environmental Chemistry Veterinary Assistant Admin of Justice Education & Parenting AP Chemistry Teachers for Tomorrow Human Services Training Independent Living AP Environmental Intro to Culinary Arts Nursing Introduction to Science Culinary Arts I, II Veterinary Tech Health Science Hosp./Tour. /Rec. Molecular & Dental Assistant EMS HEALTH, SOCIAL Nutrition & Wellness Microbiology EMT SCIENCES & PUBLIC Human Anatomy & Physiology Biophysics Firefighter SERVICE Services Chemistry Geospatial Info Systems Intro to Health & Med PE 11 & 12 AP Statistics Nurse Aide Law, Safety, Weight Training Scientific Research Patient Care Technician Corrections & Sports Medicine Pharmacy Tech Security Psychology Cosmetology College/Univ Transfer Sociology Criminal Justice Program Government & Practical Law (Teacher Education & Holocaust & Genocide Psychology Public Admin Mentorship Specialization)

Agriculture, Food AP Biology Calculus courses Horticulture Science Aviation Maintenance Chemistry AP Statistics Floriculture Technology & Natural AP Chemistry Physics Greenhouse Plant Mg Computer Electronics Resource Ecology Environmental Chemistry Livestock Production Mg Info Systems Applied Engineering AP Chemistry Veterinary Assistant Technology SCIENCE, Architecture & Eng Draw & Design AP Environmental Auto Body Technology Mechanical Design TECHNOLOGY, Construction Arch Draw & Design Science Automotive Technician Mechatronics Digital Visualization Molecular & Cabinetmaking Automotive Analysis ENGINEERING & MATH Manufacturing Imaging Technology Microbiology Woodworking Design and Pre-Calculus Modern Physics Fabrication Transportation, Calculus Scientific Research Carpentry Distribution & AP Statistics Electric Vehicle Computer Systems Tech Physics Technology Diesel Equip Technology College/Univ Transfer Logistic Mentorship Engineering Electricity Program (Science,

AP Environmental Science Advanced Technology HVAC Computer Science, Science, Geospatial Systems Manufacturing Engineering Technology, AP Computer Science Masonry Specialization) Mathematics, Computer Network Ops Precision Machining Small Engine Technology Engineering Welding

10 Staunton High School was 1 of 5 schools in the state to receive the 2018 Virginia High School Innovation Planning Grant which has led to this Computer Science pathway.

Your Journey to Is this the right path for YOU? Do you enjoy . . . a Cloud Career  Spending time on the computer? https://tinyurl.com/SCSjourney  Understanding how things are created?  Analyzing and solving problems and puzzles?  Organizing information into patterns and sequences?  Communicating with others about data and information?

Average Virginia Salaries: Careers in Cloud  $55,960: Computer Systems Specialists Technology  $85,870: Web Development Engineer https://tinyurl.com/SCScareer  $94,380: Network and Systems Administrator  $104,680: Business Intelligence Analysts  $111,010: Software Development Engineer  $117,700: Computer Network Architects  $128,950: Information Research Scientists (Source: Naviance)

Course Progression Certifications Aligned Careers Programming Amazon Web Services  Data Analyst (AWS) Cloud Practitioner  Cloud Architect AP Computer Science Principles  Software Development Engineer Cloud Technologies I  Operations-Support Engineering Cloud Technologies II Internship/Work-based learning

Through participation in Amazon Web Services (AWS) curriculum and training, students will also have an opportunity to develop a comprehensive resume and explore the AWS Job Board for future job opportunities. Partners for this Career Pathway:

11 Freshman & Sophomores: Classes of 2022 and 2023 Graduation Requirements and Diploma Types (Students Beginning as Freshman in Fall 2018 and later)

The Staunton City School Board recognizes the following types of school completion programs: 1. Standard Diploma 2. Advanced Studies Diploma 3. Other: Applied Studies Diploma, Individual Student Alternative Education Program (ISAEP), Certificate of Completion Students must earn standard units of credit by successfully passing a course. Students must also earn verified credits, which includes both passing the course and the related Standards of Learning assessment. Standard Diploma Advanced Diploma Discipline Area Units of Verified Units of Verified Credit Credits Credit Credits

English (Reading/ Writing) 4 2 4 2

Mathematics 3 1 4 1 Recommended a minimum of one course per year

Science 3 1 4 1 May substitute CTE credential, license, or certification for verified credit (when confers more than one verified credit)

History 3 1 4 1 May substitute CTE credential, license, or certification for verified credit (when confers more than one verified credit)

Health and PE 2 N/A 2 N/A

World Language 3 N/A Advanced diploma includes 3 years of one language or 2 years of two languages 2 N/A Fine Arts or Career/Technical 1 N/A Computer science may be considered CTE credit

Economics/ Personal Finance 1 N/A 1 N/A

Electives 4 N/A 3 N/A At least 2 sequential electives

TOTAL 22 5 26 5 Credit-bearing courses in middle school (i.e. Algebra I, Geometry) are included in calculations for graduation. For students with disabilities, credit accommodations are available for standard diploma; applied studies diploma remains an option.

Additional Requirements for graduates:  Students must either: o Complete an Advanced Placement or honors course OR o Earn a career and technical credential.  Complete 1 virtual course.  Complete training in emergency first aid, CPR, and the use of AED.  Acquire and demonstrate foundational skills in critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration, communication, and citizenship (5Cs).

12 ACADEMIC & CAREER PLAN (Classes of 2022 and 2023)

Name: ______Class of: ______

Career Goal: ______

Subject/Requirement Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English Mathematics Science Social Studies Health & PE Fine Arts CTE World Language Econ & Personal ElectivesFinance Online Course Work/ Community/ Volunteer Experience

Standard Diploma Checklist Advanced Diploma Checklist 4 English 4 English 3 Math 4 Math 3 Social Sciences 4 Social Sciences 3 Science 4 Science Econ & Pers Finance Econ & Pers Finance 2 PE 2 PE 2 Fine Arts/CTE/World 1 Fine Arts/CTE Language 3 or 2+2 World Language 4 Electives 3 Electives CTE Credential or AP course CTE Credential or AP course Online Course Online Course First Aid Training First Aid Training 5Cs 5Cs Work Experience Work Experience

Verified Credits: 5 Verified Credits: 5 English   English   Math  Math  Science  Science  History  History 

13 Juniors & Seniors: Classes of 2020 and 2021 Graduation Requirements and Diploma Types (Students Beginning as Freshman in Fall 2017 and earlier)

English (Reading/ Writing) 4 2 4 2

Mathematics 3 1 4 2

Science 3 1 4 2 May substitute CTE credential, license, or certification for verified credit (when confers more than one verified credit)

History 3 1 4 2 May substitute CTE credential, license, or certification for verified credit (when confers more than one verified credit)

Student-Selected 0 1 0 1

Health and PE 2 N/A 2 N/A

World Language 3 N/A For Advanced diplomas, includes 3 years of one language or 2 years of two languages 2 N/A

Fine Arts or Career/Technical 1 N/A Computer science may be considered CTE credit

Economics/ Personal Finance 1 N/A 1 N/A

Electives 4 N/A 3 N/A At least 2 sequential electives

TOTAL 22 6 26 9 Credit-bearing courses in middle school (i.e. Algebra I, Geometry) are included in calculations for graduation. For students with disabilities, credit accommodations are available for standard diploma; applied studies diploma remains an option.

Additional Requirements for graduates:  Earn a career and technical education credential (standard diploma).  Complete 1 virtual course.  Complete training in emergency first aid, CPR, and the use of AED. (Juniors -- Cohort of 2020 and beyond)

14 ACADEMIC & CAREER PLAN (Classes of 2020 and 2021)

Name: ______Class of:______

Career Goal: ______

Subject/Requirement Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English Mathematics Science Social Studies Health & PE Fine Arts CTE World Language Econ.LlLanLanguage & Pers. Finance Electives Student Selected Test Online Course

Standard Diploma Checklist Advanced Diploma Checklist

4 English 4 English

3 Math 4 Math

3 Social Sciences 4 Social Sciences

3 Science 4 Science

Economics & Personal Economics & Personal Finance Finance

2 PE 2 PE

2 Fine Arts/CTE/World 1 Fine Arts/CTE Language

4 Electives 3 Electives

3 (or 2+2) World CTE Credential Languages

Online Course Online Course

Verified Credits: 6 Verified Credits: 9 English   English   Math  Math   Science  Science   History  History   Student-Selected  Student-Selected 

15 SAMPLE – STANDARD DIPLOMA ACADEMIC & CAREER PLAN

Name: SAMPLE – STANDARD

Subject/Requirement Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English Language Arts Language Arts English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12

Mathematics Math 7 Math 8 Algebra I AFDA Computer Math Geometry

Science Science 7 Science 8 Earth Science Biology Ecology

Social Studies Civics & Econ World Studies World Hist I World Hist II VA/US History US Gov’t

PE 10 PE 7 PE 9 Health & PE Driver’s Ed

Fine Arts Band Band Band Band Band Band Principles of Cloud Cloud Technology Global Internship CTE Technologies I Technologies II Business World Language

Electives X X X X

Economics & EPF Personal Finance

Online Course X

Work/ Community/ X Volunteer Experience

Standard Diploma Checklist 4 English 9 10 11 12 3 Math 9 10 11 12 3 Social Sciences 9 10 11 12 3 Science 9 10 11 Economics & Personal Finance 11 2 PE 9 10 2 Fine Arts/CTE/World Language CTE CTE 4 Electives X X X X CTE Credential or AP course X Online Course X First Aid Training 5Cs X X X X Work Experience X

16 SAMPLE – ADVANCED STUDIES DIPLOMA ACADEMIC & CAREER PLAN

Name: SAMPLE – ADVANCED STUDIES

Subject/Requirement Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English Language Arts Language Arts English 9 English 10 AP English 11 AP English 12

Algebra I Math 7 Math 8 Algebra II DE Pre-calc AP Statistics Mathematics Geometry Earth Biology AP Env Science Science 7 Science 8 Chemistry II Science Chemistry Science AP World AP US Hist Civics & Econ World Studies AP US Gov’t Social Studies History DE US/VA PE 10 PE 7 PE 9 Health & PE Driver’s Ed

Fine Arts Band Band Band Band Band Band

CTE Mentorship

World Language Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish

Electives X X

Economics & EPF Personal Finance

Online Course X

Work/ Community/ X Volunteer Experience Note: Pre-requisites for Governor’s School (STEM) require completion of Math through Algebra II and two laboratory science courses by end of 10th grade.

Advanced Studies Diploma Checklist 4 English 9 10 11 12 4 Math 9 10 11 12 4 Social Sciences 9 10 11 12 4 Science 9 10 11 12 Economics & Personal Finance 11 2 PE 9 10 1 Fine Arts/CTE X X 3 or 2+2 World Language X X X X 3 Electives X X X X CTE Credential or AP course X Online Course X First Aid Training X 5Cs X X X X Work Experience X

17 Other Terms Related to Graduation Requirements

Credit Accommodations for Standard Diploma : Credit accommodations provide alternatives for students with disabilities in earning the standard and verified credits required to graduate with a Standard Diploma. Credit accommodations for students with disabilities may include: . Alternative courses to meet the standard credit requirements . Modifications to the requirements for locally awarded verified credits . Additional tests approved by the Board of Education for earning verified credits . Adjusted cut scores on tests for earning verified credits . Allowance of work-based learning experiences through career and technical education (CTE) courses Decisions regarding appropriate credit accommodations are part of the student’s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). For more information, contact the student’s case manager or school counselor.

Applied Studies Diploma: This diploma is available to students with disabilities who complete the requirements of their Individualized Education Program (IEP) and meet certain requirements prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education pursuant to regulations, and who do not meet the requirements for any named diploma. Consult the following Web link for updated information: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/instruction/graduation/other_diploma.shtml.

Individualized Student Alternative Education Program (ISAEP): The ISAEP is an alternative program for students interested in pursuing a General Educational Development certificate (GED). The GED is awarded by the GED Testing Service of the American Council on Education and is not awarded by Staunton High School. The program contains career and technical education components. Students must be 16 years or older and meet other mandated requirements to participate. Students need to see an administrator and their counselor to qualify.

Certificate of Program Completion: If they do not qualify for a School Board Approved Diploma, students may earn a Certificate of Completion by completing the program requirements of an Alternative Education Program (A.E.P.) or by completing all course work but failing to complete the SOL requirements. Students need to see an administrator and their counselor to develop a plan for a completion program and document an A.E.P.

Evening High School Diploma: The Valley Evening High School in Fishersville, Virginia, may grant a Valley Evening High School Diploma or may issue credit toward a diploma from Staunton High School. Students who are at least 18 years old and/or whose class has already graduated are eligible to apply for admission to Valley Evening High School.

Substitute tests: There are some standardized tests that may be used as a substitute for end-of-course SOL tests provided that students have met the state-approved benchmark for these substitute tests. For a complete list of substitute tests, visit: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/substitute_tests/index.shtml

Locally verified credits: Locally verified credits may be awarded to students who pass the high school course, and not pass the related Standards of Learning test, take the Standards of Learning test at least twice, score within a 375-399 scale score range on any administration of the Standards of Learning test, and demonstrate achievement in the academic content. A panel of three educators review the evidence presented to determine whether to award the credit, deny the credit, suggest participation in a remedial program and retesting, or make additional academic assignments prior to awarding of the credit.

18 How Can I Earn a Diploma Seal of Distinction?

The following diploma distinctions may be earned by a student:

 Governor’s Seal: Students who complete the requirements for an Advanced Studies Diploma with an average grade of "B" or better, and successfully complete college-level coursework that will earn the student at least nine transferable college credits in Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge, or dual enrollment courses shall receive the Governor's Seal on the diploma.  Seal of Excellence: Students may earn the Seal of Excellence on the Advanced Studies Diploma by exceeding the requirements for graduation with 30 credits earned, including 4 credits of science, 4 credits of math, and 3 credits of one foreign/world language or two credits each for two foreign/world languages while maintaining a cumulative GPA of at least 3.67.  Board of Education Seal: Students who complete the requirements for a Standard Diploma or Advanced Diploma with an average grade of "A" shall receive a Board of Education Seal on the diploma.  Board of Education’s Career and Technical Education Seal: The Board of Education's Career and Technical Education Seal will be awarded to students who earn a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and complete a prescribed sequence of courses in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that they choose and maintain a "B" or better average in those courses; or (i) pass an examination or an occupational competency assessment in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that confers certification or occupational competency credential from a recognized industry, trade or professional association or (ii) acquire a professional license in that career and technical education field from the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Board of Education shall approve all professional licenses and examinations used to satisfy these requirements.  Board of Education’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Seal: The Board of Education's STEM seal will be awarded to students who earn either a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and (i)successfully complete a 50 hour or more work-based learning opportunity in a STEM area (ii) satisfy all of the mathematics requirements for the Advanced Studies Diploma with a "B" average or better; (iii) satisfy all requirements for a Career and Technical Education concentration (2 course sequence); and (iv) either (a) pass a Board of Education CTE STEM-H credential examination or (b) pass an examination approved by the board that confers a college-level credit in a STEM field.  Board of Education’s Excellence in Civic Education Seal: The Board of Education's Seal for Excellence in Civics Education shall be awarded to students who earn either a Standard Diploma or an Advanced Studies Diploma and (i) complete Virginia and United States history and Virginia and United States government courses with a grade of "B" or higher; (ii) have good attendance and no disciplinary infractions as determined by local school board policies; and (iii) complete 50 hours of voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities. Activities that satisfy the requirements of clause (iii) of this subdivision include (a) volunteering for a charitable or religious organization that provides services to the poor, sick, or less fortunate; (b) participating in Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, or similar youth organizations; (c) participating in JROTC; (d) participating in political campaigns or government internships, or Boys State, Girls State, or Model General Assembly; or (e) participating in school- sponsored extracurricular activities that have a civics focus. Any student who enlists in the United States military prior to graduation shall be deemed to have met this community service requirement.  Board of Education’s Seal of Biliteracy: The Board of Education's Seal of Biliteracy shall be awarded to students who demonstrate proficiency in English and at least one other language and meet additional criteria established by the board.  Board of Education's Seal for Excellence in Science and the Environment: The Board of Education's Seal for Excellence in Science and the Environment shall be awarded to students who earn either a Standard Diploma or Advanced Studies Diploma and (i) complete at least three different first-level board-approved laboratory science courses and at least one rigorous advanced-level or postsecondary-level laboratory science course, each with a grade of "B" or higher; (ii) complete laboratory or field-science research and present that research in a formal, juried setting; and (iii) complete at least 50 hours of voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities that involve the application of science such as environmental monitoring, protection, management, or restoration.

19 Information for Transfer Students First-time Transfers to a Virginia Public School in 2019-2020

Graduation requirements for a student transferring into a Virginia public school for the first time in grades 9-12, depends on the grade the student is transferring into and when in the school year the student is transferring. A student is considered to have transferred at the beginning of the school year if 20 or fewer hours of instruction have been completed. A student is considered to have transferred during the school year if more than 20 hours of instruction has been completed. Please note:  Counselors will have the testing director review out-of-state assessments to verify which assessments may be used as equivalent tests for Virginia Standards of Learning to avoid having students test more than necessary.  Federal law requires each student to be tested in mathematics at least once during high school, therefore some students will be required to complete a mathematics end-of-course test in high school if one was not completed prior to enrolling in a Virginia public high school.  For Standard Credits, students transferring after 10th grade from schools or other education programs that do not require or give credit for health and physical education shall not be required to take these courses to meet graduation requirements.

Standard Diploma Verified Credit Requirements (for students entering Virginia school for first time in 2019-2020)

During 9th or 10th Grade: At the Beginning of 11th Grade: Must earn 5 verified credits (same expectations) Must earn 4 verified credits English 2 English 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Science 1 Science 1 History & Social Science 1 History & Social Science 1 Student Selected -

During 11th Grade or Beginning of 12th Grade: During 12th Grade: Must earn 2 verified credits English 1 Students should be given every opportunity to earn a Mathematics (or Student- diploma; if this is not possible, the school division should 1 Selected if already received) arrange to have the previous school award the diploma; or seek a waiver of the verified credit requirement from VDOE.

Advanced Studies Verified Credit Requirements (for students entering Virginia school for first time in 2019-2020)

During 9th or 10th Grade: At the Beginning of 11th Grade: Must earn 5 verified credits (same expectations) Must earn 6 verified credits English 2 English 2 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Science 1 Science 1 History & Social Science 1 History & Social Science 1 Student Selected 1

During 11th Grade or Beginning of 12th Grade: During 12th Grade: Must earn 4 verified credits English 1 Students should be given every opportunity to earn a Mathematics (or Student- diploma; if this is not possible, the school division should 1 Selected if already received) arrange to have the previous school award the diploma; Student-Selected 2 or seek a waiver of the verified credit requirement from VDOE.

20 Set high achievement goals and monitor your progress regularly

PowerSchool offers Parent and Student Portal for parents and students! You can use these portals to:  Monitor attendance and grades  Review grade and attendance history  Receive email notifications  Register for classes  Update information  See student schedules

Returning Students and Parents/Guardians: For returning students and parents, usernames and passwords will be the same as last school year. School counselors can help students recover or reset passwords for Student Portal. School office staff can help parents and guardians reset passwords.

To access either PowerSchool Portal, use https://scps.powerschool.com or download the PowerSchool app. Our district code for the app is MPDR.

New Students and Parents/Guardians: Students receive their access usernames and passwords from school counselors. Parents and guardians will receive a letter from the school providing an access id and password.

To create an account, navigate to https://scps.powerschool.com. Click Create Account. Click Create Account again. Enter the information requested to create parent/guardian account. The password must be at least 6 characters long. Use the information in the letter to link students to account. (Multiple students can be entered at one time.) Click enter.

*Note: An account must be created before using the app.*

21 What’s NEW with High School SOL Testing Requirements?  Less standardized testing  Aligned assessments, based on career interests  Increased focus on work experiences and learner dispositions

Verified credits are passing results from Standards of Learning (SOL) tests. Students must pass a minimum number to fulfill Virginia graduation requirements. The following courses include an end-of-course SOL test: English Mathematics Science History Reading 11 Algebra I Earth Science World History & Geography I Writing 11 Algebra II Biology World History & Geography II Geometry Chemistry World Geography United Stated & Virginia History Beginning with the 2018-2019 school year, students are not required to take these assessments once they have met the requirements for graduation. A few exceptions are listed below (based on federal requirements):  Students testing in end-of-course tests at the middle school level must take the assessment.  Students must take a Math SOL test in high school, even if they have taken an end-of-course test at the middle school level.  Students must take the related SOL test if they have not yet acquired a verified credit in that content area.  Students must take the Biology SOL as a required Science course, even if they have already met the Science requirements. At the start of each course, your child’s teacher will verify with your child whether the SOL test is needed for graduation. If a parent wishes for a student to take an assessment that is not required, this request must be sent to the school in writing. This score will not be included in any school calculations toward state accreditation or federal accountability.

The chart below shows the difference in VERIFIED credits among cohorts. Subject Freshman & Sophomores Juniors & Seniors Classes of 2022 & 2023 Classes of 2020 & 2021

Standard or Advanced Standard Advanced

English (Reading/ Writing) 2 2 2

Mathematics 1 1 (-2*) 2 (-3*)

Science 1 1 (-2*) 2 (-3*)

History 1 1 (-2*) 2 (-3*)

Student-Selected* N/A 1 1 Could be applied to any content area

Total 5 6 9 Requires AP/Honors or CTE credential Requires CTE credential Career-related learning experience Demonstration of 5Cs Standard credits remain the same - 22 for Standard diploma and 26 for Advanced Studies diploma. ALL cohorts may receive up to 3 locally verified credits (any subject). Subject Summary ~ English  All students will take an assessment in Reading and Writing.

Mathematics  Algebra I: Generally, all students will test, based on course progression.  Geometry and Algebra II: A list will be provided to verify test-takers.

Science  Earth Science: Generally, all students will test.  Biology: All students will test, as required for federal guidelines.  Chemistry: A list will be provided to verify test-takers.

History  World History I: Generally, all students will test.  World History II and VA/US History: A list will be provided to verify test-takers.

22 RECOMMENDED TESTING 2019-2020

College & Career Assessments SAT Reasoning tests. Registration and study materials are PSAT – Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test available in the counseling office and online at The PSAT test is highly recommended as a practice test prior www.collegeboard.com. to taking tests for college admission. The test shows students firsthand the kinds of reading, math, and writing skills needed ACT – American College Test to succeed in college and helps students identify strengths and The ACT measures academic achievement and reasoning in weaknesses while there is still time to strengthen their skills. English, mathematics, reading, and science. A writing test is The PSAT measures verbal and math reasoning including a th optional. Students should check with specific colleges to writing component, but not an essay. Students in 9 grade may determine whether they prefer the ACT or SAT, and if a writing elect to take the test by signing up with their school counselor. th test is required. Registration and study guides are available at All 10 graders should take the PSAT. Those wishing to www.act.org and in the counseling office. Some students find apply to the Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School must it helpful to take both the ACT and the SAT since some colleges submit a PSAT score as part of the application packet. Students will use the best score. in 11th grade are also encouraged to take the PSAT. With th qualifying scores, 11 graders may enter special scholarship AP-Advanced Placement competitions such as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying AP examinations are given in the spring on nationally Test, National Achievement Program, and National Hispanic standardized dates and measure the student’s knowledge in a Scholars Program. Students taking the PSAT are responsible for specific subject area. AP courses, taught by high school the fee payment. Financial hardships may be addressed with teachers, lay the groundwork for students to succeed on AP the school counseling department. The PSAT is administered at examinations. In Staunton City Schools, all students enrolled in Staunton High School on the national test day (usually in AP classes who wish to receive weighted credit for the course October). are expected to complete the AP experience by taking the examinations near the end of the AP class. Depending on SAT Reasoning Test th th School Board funding, there may be a fee charged for the 11 and 12 grade students should take the SAT Reasoning elected AP examination. Financial hardships may be addressed Test, which measures critical reading, mathematics, and writing with the school counseling department. Students who elect to skills. A student should begin taking the test by spring of the th take an AP exam without taking the corresponding AP course 11 grade and may repeat the test several times. Most colleges may have their scores sent to the colleges to which they apply; use the highest critical reading, math, and writing scores however, units of credit will be awarded only to those students obtained by the student, even if the three sub-scores were who complete the course and take the related AP exam. earned on separate days. The SAT tests are given several times each year at high schools in the area, including Staunton High Career and Technical Education (CTE) Credential Exams School. Students must register about six weeks in advance of A credential is any industry certification examination, the test and are responsible for the testing fee. Students may licensure, or occupational competency assessment. The register online at www.collegeboard.com. On-line registration examinations verify industry standard knowledge and/or skill allows students to learn whether space exists at their preferred sets that are taught as part of a secondary CTE program. testing center. Hard copy registration bulletins for the SAT test Credential exams provide an opportunity for students to achieve are available in the counseling office, and registration forms industry certification and licensure which: must be mailed, along with payment, to the College Board. Free  serve as “stepping stones” for students’ progress in specific study and preparation materials are available at career pathways and/or post-secondary education, www.collegeboard.com and in the counseling office.  provide students an opportunity to demonstrate Counseling also has information about locally available SAT competence in job-related skills and knowledge that are preparation classes and/or seminars. considered industry standard,

 offer an option for students to achieve the CTE diploma SAT Subject Tests seal upon graduation, and Subject tests measure students’ knowledge and skills and ability to apply that knowledge in a particular subject. Some colleges  offer students an opportunity to earn student-selected require specific SAT Subject tests and some do not. Students verified credit for graduation. are encouraged to research their particular colleges of interest to determine the admission requirements for each. It is ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) important that students try to take any required SAT Subject The ASVAB is the most widely-used multiple aptitude test in tests as close to their completion of the course as possible. For the world. It is designed to measure aptitudes in four domains: example, if a student is completing Chemistry in Grade 11, verbal, math, science and technical, and spatial. It allows he/she should take the SAT Subject Test on the testing date students to explore future career ideas and determine which nearest his/her completion of the course. Students may register jobs they may qualify for in the different branches of the for up to three tests in one day. The tests are given on the same military. dates and at the same locations as certain

Section Two

MIDDLE SCHOOL

PROGRAM

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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM OVERVIEW  The grade-level counselor meets with students in a small Middle school bridges the elementary school years that group, classroom, or individually to explain course options, focus mainly on developing basic skills and the high school recommendations, and requirements. Course selections are years that emphasize more specialized preparation for post-high based on the student’s current academic progress and school education and careers. While using and further interests, as well as teacher recommendations. developing the basic skills, middle school encourages students  The student shares these course selections with to explore a variety of subject areas and activities, including parents/guardians for review and signature. The student careers and special interests. returns the signed sheet to a designated teacher. Any In Staunton City Schools, the middle school provides a questions concerning registration should be directed to the supportive and stimulating environment for students as they student’s counselor. make the transition into adolescence, increasing academic demands and moving towards greater self-reliance. Students are SELECTING CLASSES placed on a team to support the developmental needs of young At the middle school, students begin to have increasing teenagers who may be characterized by uneven social, physical, opportunities to make choices about which classes they wish to emotional, and intellectual development. Each team helps to take. Staunton City Schools believes that all students need to foster students to continue to grow into responsible, productive be challenged intellectually. Teachers support student efforts to adults with the skills and attitudes necessary for success in life. achieve in all classes. It is important for students to challenge themselves to learn and grow during school and to balance their KEYS TO SUCCESS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL interests and activities during school, as well as outside of Middle school offers many exciting academic and extra- school. curricular opportunities for students. Students should take Before making decisions about enrolling in classes, students advantage of all it has to offer and to accept the many challenges should seek guidance from their teachers, counselors, and with interest and enthusiasm. During middle school, parents. Selected classes should challenge students, allow them expectations of responsibility and leadership will increase. to continue to pursue special interests and skills, and provide With clear expectations, a strong instructional program, and the balance in their academic and personal activities. support of family and teachers, students will make the most of their middle school experience. CLASS LEVELS Here are the keys critical to success in middle school: Shelburne Middle school offers grade-level or honors  Consistent effort language arts coursework and grade-level, accelerated, or  Completing all assignments advanced courses in mathematics. Classes designated as  Attending school regularly honors, accelerated, or advanced in middle school are not  Being organized weighted when determining a student’s grade point average. All  Participating in class levels of classes build on previous skills and require academic  Devoting time each day to serious study and review effort and independent efforts outside school. All levels expect students to commit to regular and frequent homework; MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULE however, honors level classes will require a greater Students have six or seven classes daily (depending on their commitment of time and effort outside class. Grading practices grade) and a Success period. Core classes range from 55 to 68 within the honors level will also carry a greater expectation for minutes in length. Elective classes are 45 minutes in length, and work, independent study, and concept mastery. students participate in two elective classes each day. At the eighth grade level, elective classes include the opportunity to In order to select courses that reflect the individual student take a world language. All classes meet throughout the whole goals, parents should help their student consider the following: school year with the exception of certain electives, which meet  What grades have I earned in the subject over the past for a semester depending on the class and grade level. few years? Success is a 12-minute period of time where students participate  What information do my standardized test scores and in circles and activities related to their success. In addition to other measures tell me about my special skills and these academic activities, announcements and Tuesday folders interests? are usually distributed through this class.  Am I willing to make the time commitment that each course requires? REGISTERING FOR CLASSES AT THE MIDDLE  What are the recommendations of my parents, teachers SCHOOL and counselors who know me?

OVERVIEW In mathematics, the skills required to be successful are more The registration process for rising sixth grade students and sequential and developmental than in other courses. Therefore, current sixth, seventh and eighth grade students occurs during guidelines are set for recommended placement in middle school second semester of each year. Counselors are generally mathematics classes based on a student’s success on responsible for this activity, but teachers are also involved in standardized tests and class performance. making recommendations.

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Pre-requisite understandings should be given great High school credit classes taken in middle school show the consideration prior to a decision of advancement in credit and grade on the student’s high school transcript and, if mathematics. The new mathematics standards emphasize depth completed successfully, count as a verified credit towards of mathematical thinking and understanding and include less graduation. The grade earned is not averaged in the student’s overlap of content between grade levels. Consider these quotes high school cumulative grade point average. High school class in making this decision: rank is determined by the student’s cumulative GPA.

Reminder to Parents of Rising 9th Graders:  “Mathematics learning is not a race, and evidence The parent of any student, who while in middle school, took suggests that students who speed through content a high school credit bearing course, may elect to have the grade without developing deep understanding are the very and credit omitted from the student’s transcript. If the parent ones who tend to drop out of mathematics when they elects to have the course omitted, written notice of such election have the chance.” (Boaler, 2016, p.192) must be given by the parent to the counseling department of the  “Middle school concepts and number sense are cited high school on or before August 1 of the year in which the by professors as being the most needed for success in student finishes the eighth grade. The student would retake the college.” (ACT, 2012) course (or a replacement) and only the new grade/course credit would show on the high school transcript. At the high school level, students have a total of 8 semesters to take mathematics courses, and it is recommended that students ADD/DROP CLASSES take a minimum of one mathematics course per year. This will Most classes at Shelburne are required and may not be added or allow students to maintain a strong mathematical background dropped. Students may add or drop an elective class up to four in preparation for college and career. Even if students remain (4) days after beginning of each semester, provided the student on a grade-level track, they still meet the qualifications for an has parental consent and an alternative class is available. advanced (or college-bound) diploma, and are still eligible for Governor’s School (STEM). An example is shown on page 17. COURSE SELECTION CHANGES Requests from students or parents for a particular teacher or Parents are encouraged to discuss with counselors, teachers, or change in teachers cannot be allowed since changes involve the principal any questions about the placement for their child teaching loads and schedules. Extenuating circumstances will in any classes. School officials make the final decision about be reviewed; final approval rests with the principal. student schedules. ACADEMIC AND CAREER PLANS COURSE SELECTION INCLUDING HIGH SCHOOL Staunton City School students begin to develop an CREDIT CLASSES Academic and Career Plan (ACP) in sixth grade, which will be Students should pursue the most rigorous classes of which completed by the fall of the student’s eighth-grade year. The they are capable. Most competitive colleges expect students to components of the ACP include, but are not limited to, the challenge themselves. Beginning in middle school, the courses student’s program of study for high school graduation and a selected and the student’s performance in those classes impact post-secondary career pathway based on the student’s academic future course selection opportunities. and career interests. Students have ample opportunity at the high school to The ACP is designed to be a working document that complete a rigorous course load as well as to earn all the maximizes student achievement by having the student necessary credits for graduation. However, many students elect accomplish goals in middle and high school that lead to to challenge themselves and begin taking high school credit postsecondary and career readiness. In addition, it will provide classes in middle school. These are offered in mathematics and each middle and high school student a personal learning plan world language. Students who complete Algebra I, Geometry, that aligns academic and career goals with the student’s course or one year of a foreign/world language in middle school will of study. be able to complete more advanced classes, including some college-level classes, while still in high school. FURTHER EDUCATION AND CAREER Parents and students are encouraged to carefully consider a POSSIBILITIES student’s academic level, work ethic, commitment, and the Counselors work with middle school students to assist recommendation of teachers who know the student when students in focusing on planning for further education and for deciding if taking high school credit classes is appropriate at the careers. All students in Staunton City Schools have access to middle school. on-line career and education planning website called Naviance. Counselors have information about how students can access HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS EARNED AT THE this website. Teachers may also incorporate information about MIDDLE SCHOOL education and careers into the subjects they present. Students may enroll in the following high school credit Academic and elective courses allow students to sample a courses at the middle school: French, Latin, Spanish, variety of interests and explore possibilities for further study. In Mathematics, Algebra I, and Geometry. addition, sixth grade students are exposed to various career pathways in a mandatory elective class called Career Exploration.

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B 80 - 89 MS GENERAL INFORMATION C 70 - 79 D 60 - 69 F 0 - 59 AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Shelburne students have the opportunity to get involved in various clubs and activities which meet after school until 4 p.m. HONOR POLICY Middle school students are expected to uphold an honor These vary from year to year based on student interest and code related to their school work. Students demonstrating teacher sponsorship, but often include a fall musical, an dishonest actions will receive a zero for the work and the advanced art club, an environmental club, a robotics club, etc. administration and parents will be notified. If such actions Many teachers also work with students after school to make persist, students will be subject to disciplinary actions (in up assignments or obtain extra support in understanding a new addition to loss of credit for the assignment). Students may concept. Please contact your child’s teachers to see if they have appeal through the principal’s office. THE FOLLOWING a regular day when they stay after school to work with students. ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DISHONEST: EXAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT CLASSES Examinations are held at the end of each semester for 7th  Copying tests, homework or class work and 8th grade high school credit classes and count 15% of the  Doing or using someone else’s work semester grade. In all middle school classes, teachers have the  Telling other students what questions are or are not on a option to give exams that count as a nine-weeks test grade. test Students in a high school credit class may be exempted  Permitting someone to copy your test, homework, or class from their final exam if the following requirements have been work met:  Using an answer sheet, notes, or any other such aid while taking a test or quiz For courses not tested with an end-of-course SOL test: The  Copying work from a book, encyclopedia, Internet, or student has not missed more than ten classes in the specific other source without giving proper credit course regardless of the reason and has an average of 90 or  Working together on assignments when told not to above for the term grade.  Lying  Having knowledge that a classmate has cheated and not For courses tested with an end-of-course state SOL test: The reporting it student has not missed more than ten classes in the specific  Talking during a test course regardless of the reason and has passed the SOL test in the course. HONOR SOCIETY Shelburne Middle School students who meet the scholastic Students may always take an exam to improve their grade. average of having a 3.75 grade point average are eligible for Exam make-ups are allowed for students who have a doctor’s nomination to the National Junior Honor Society. To be note or who prearrange the absence with administration and selected for admission, nominated students are rated by their teacher approval. teachers in the areas of service, leadership, citizenship, and character. Formal notification of selection is provided in writing FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION at least one week before the induction ceremony. The Family Life Education program in grades K-10 for Staunton City Schools was developed by a 26 member INCOMPLETE GRADES parent/community involvement team composed of parents, Extenuating circumstances could lead to a student receiving teachers, clergy and a school board member. an “I” or incomplete on his or her report card. It is the student’s The Family Life Education curriculum focuses on families responsibility to make up any missing work in a timely manner and human development and is designed to be comprehensive, that is consistent with the expectation of his or her teacher. If sequential, abstinence-based and age appropriate. The SOL the student elects not to make up the incomplete work, he/she objectives related to dating violence and the characteristics of will not receive credit for the assignments. At such time, the “I” abusive relationships are taught at least once in middle school. will be changed to reflect an accurate grade. Copies of the curriculum are available in the libraries and in the principal’s office. PROGRESS REPORTS & REPORT CARDS All students will participate in the Family Life Education Parents who sign up for Parent Portal (see next entry) have curriculum unless parents request that their children opt out. access to student grades at all times. Students who are not They may do this by contacting the principal of their child’s making sufficient progress in a specific class will receive a school for an Opt Out Form. Students who opt out of the progress report for that class mid-quarter (after 4 weeks). An program will be provided with alternative instruction. approximate grade will be listed with suggestions for Questions may be directed to the building principal. improvement. Students receive report cards four times each year. The last GRADING SCALE report card is mailed home to parents. The dates for issuing GRADE NUMERICAL EQUIVALENT report cards are listed on the academic calendar, available at the A 90 - 100 Staunton City Schools website: www.staunton.k12.va.us

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have time to complete homework; such students may need STUDENT AND PARENT PORTAL assistance with time and task management, or the student may Use of the Power School Student and Parent Portal is need to have a certain time designated specifically for study. strongly encouraged. This portal allows parents to log into a Parents can also help by assuring students are using their Web site and access current information on their child’s planners to list assignments and that those assignments are progress from the teacher gradebook, including: being completed. These planners are provided to students at  Current averages in classes the start of each school year.  Grades and/or completion status of individual assignments In general, homework varies for different subjects, except  Attendance for language arts classes where students should read 30  Grade History minutes nightly. Students enrolled in honors classes or Another benefit of the Parent Portal is it gives parents the subjects for high school credit may be required to spend more ability to change phone numbers and set preferences for the time to complete homework. school division alert system. The Parent Portal is an excellent Parents who frequently hear that students have little or no tool for helping parents monitor academic progress. All parents homework may be surprised when grades are released. Middle need access to Parent Portal. For more information contact your school students routinely have homework in several classes. student’s school. Even when a student does not have assignments, reviewing what was covered in class is always a good habit since PROMOTION GUIDELINES learning information and concepts in small segments is much Promotion to the next grade, including promotion to high easier and lasts much longer than trying to “cram” for tests. school, is based on teacher recommendation, final grades, and A student who completes assignments before the study Standards of Learning scores and is at the final discretion of the time is over can benefit from reading. The creators of college principal. The parents of students failing classes or SOL tests admissions tests indicate that the best preparation for their will be notified, and those students may be required to attend tests is wide reading on a variety of topics throughout school. remediation and/or remedial summer school. Attendance in remediation will be required for the following: VIRGINIA STANDARDS OF LEARNING TESTS

 Students who are failing a math and/or language arts class Virginia requires that students take Standards of Learning  Students who are failing any two subjects (SOL) tests in certain academic subjects. [This icon (+) is used  Students who have failed any two SOL tests during the beside the course descriptions of courses with SOL tests at the current school year end of the course.] These assessments include content taught in Students who do not meet the requirements for promotion, who the class throughout the school year and help measure student do not attend remediation when required, or who are performance on grade-level standards. unsuccessful at summer school may have to repeat the class Students receiving a SOL score of 375 - 399 on the first failed, be retained in their current grade, or be assigned to an attempt and having a D or better in the subject area may be alternative placement. Parents may appeal through the eligible to retest through an "expedited retake", with parent principal’s office. permission. If the student passes on the second attempt, the passing score (or highest score) is used in reporting. Parents are SELF-RELIANCE encouraged to consider allowing students to participate, if Middle school students often want and need to assume more students qualify. The SOL assessments help students responsibility for themselves, their behaviors, and their demonstrate mastery of standards and reinforce the importance difficulties; however, they still need the involvement and of each grade level as a progression toward high school when guidance of their parents. Balancing the need for increasing passing tests are required to graduate. independence with the need for parental involvement is often Descriptions of Virginia’s testing program and information tricky. about the standards which are tested can be located on the The school does want to hear from parents. Only when Virginia Department of Education at www.doe.Virginia.gov. school personnel know about a problem or concern can it be SOL test scores also determine a school’s accreditation status. addressed. The school works cooperatively with the parent and As of the 2019-2020 school year, the following areas will be involves the student when appropriate to answer questions and tested: to resolve concerns.  Reading: Grades 6, 7, and 8 (Writing 8)

 Mathematics: Grades 6, 7, and 8 STUDY HABITS  Algebra I * A student’s study habits are often set during the middle  Geometry * school years. Students generally assume more personal responsibility for studying. At the same time, they usually  Civics and Economics: Grade 7 need to have parents establish clear limits and expectations.  Science: Grade 8 Parents should see that the student has a comfortable place to study, free from distractions. Most parents find that they * If the student achieves a passing score on the SOL test and need to help students set aside specific amounts of time to passes the course, the student receives a “verified credit” in study and prepare homework. mathematics. “Verified credits” are awarded when students Often middle school teachers hear that the student did not pass the class and the end-of-course SOL test. A prescribed number of “verified credits” are required for high school

28 MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 graduation. This class qualifies for expedited retakes if the student has passed the course but fails the SOL with a score of 375-399.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS Provisions are made for those students who need English as a Second Language instruction. Additional information is available from counselors. In some situations, the student may need more than four years to complete credits needed for graduation from high school. The counselor can advise students and parents about planning the program of studies needed for graduation.

GIFTED The gifted education program in Staunton City Schools is based on the school division’s philosophy of a rigorous, dynamic, and reflective instructional program for all students. All students at middle school who meet the minimal entry requirements may self-select for Honors or high school credit classes. Differentiation is embedded in the philosophy of Staunton City Schools so regardless of formal identification, a student may be included in a gifted/differentiation activity in any subject if deemed appropriate for the learner. Identified gifted students in middle school may continue work on a continuum of K-12 goals and objectives: ENRICH Critical and Creative Thinking Skills for Advanced Learners within each subject area. These goals focus on higher-level thinking skills embedded in all disciplines. Your school counselor is available to assist teachers, parents, and students.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Special Education services are provided as indicated on a student’s current Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The IEP is developed after a student is found eligible for services.

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build on the concept of graphical representation of data developed in the elementary grades and develop concepts regarding measures of center. Students will solve linear th equations and inequalities in one variable, and use algebraic 6 GRADE terminology. Students will represent proportional relationships using two variables as a precursor to the development of the concept of linear functions. REQUIRED COURSES Students enrolled in this class take the Math 6 SOL at the  Language Arts 6 end of the year  Mathematics (Students will be recommended for either + Course 1 or Course 2 depending on current level of math Course 2 (Math 7) 3111000 performance) Level: Accelerated  US History I & II Students taking this course will deepen their understanding of the foundations of algebra. The standards address the concept  Science 6 of operations with rational numbers. Students will build on the  Health and Physical Education 6 (students take a full concept of ratios to solve problems involving proportional year or semester, depending on choice of band as an reasoning. Students will also solve problems involving volume elective) and surface area and focus on the relationships among the  Career Exploration properties of quadrilaterals. Probability is investigated through  Computer Keyboarding 6 comparing experimental results to theoretical expectations. Students will continue to develop their understanding of solving EXPLORATORY COURSES linear equations and inequalities in one variable by applying the  Band 6 (Students choosing band will rotate through Career properties of real numbers. Students discern between Exploration and Computer Keyboarding.) proportional and non-proportional relationships and begin to  Exploratory Rotation for non-band students: develop a concept of slope as rate of change. o Art 6 Students enrolled in this class take the Math 7 SOL at the o Career Exploration end of the year. o Computer Keyboarding o World Cultures US History I & II 2353000 Level: Grade Level 2354000 American History is a survey course that follows the major REQUIRED COURSES events that have shaped our nation and government through + Courses with a required end-of-course SOL test time. The course examines the history of our country by looking at big ideas from European exploration times through present Language Arts 6+ 1109000 day social issues. Learning activities will cause students to Level: Differentiated within classroom examine broad themes as they relate to our country's history, This course provides students with a firm foundation in literacy including the following: Geography, Government, Expansion, elements including reading comprehension, oral Economic Growth and International Relations. Students will be communication and media literacy, and written language. assessed throughout the course but there is not a state required Students study various genres to include nonfiction, fiction, and SOL test associated with this course. poetry. Students will begin the study of word origins and continue vocabulary development. In addition, technology will Science 6 4105000 be used to research, organize, and communicate information. Level: Grade Level Narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive writing is Science 6 is an activity-based course involving students in the incorporated. Students practice speaking and listening skills for exploration of Physics, Chemistry, Space, Weather, and Water. assessment. Students enrolled in this class take the Reading Students will utilize experimental design to conduct small 6 SOL test. group and individual research. The Virginia Standards of Learning are broken down into the following categories: Course 1 (Math 6)+ 3110000 Scientific Investigation, Matter, Energy, Water, Weather, and Level: Grade Level Space. Course 1 is designed to provide a transition from the emphasis placed on whole number arithmetic in the elementary grades to Health and Physical Education 6 7110000 foundations of algebra. The standards include a focus on Yearlong or Semester course rational numbers and operations involving rational numbers. The Physical Education/Health course is a required class that Students will use ratios to compare data sets; recognize runs for one semester (18 weeks) for band students and the decimals, fractions, and percents as ratios; solve single-step and entire year for non-band students. The students will be required multistep problems, using positive rational numbers; and gain a to dress out in workout appropriate attire that is different from foundation in the understanding of and operations with integers. clothes that they wear to school. The students will be involved Students will solve problems involving area and perimeter, and in both physical education activities as well as health related begin to graph in a coordinate plane. In addition, students will activities. The students will also be taught family life education

30 MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2019-2020 during this course by the Staunton Office on Youth (see page focused practice and application of craftsmanship skills through 23). The physical education component will be divided into 3 drawing clean lines, blending layers of color, and the use of areas: skill development, lifetime fitness/ sports activities, and bold value. Composition skills will focus on placement, personal fitness. The health component will be divided into 4 overlap, and size variety. The emphasis on the Elements of Art areas: nutrition, personal health, growth and development, and will help artwork appear more realistic. A Shelburne health and wellness. Principal approval and parent sign-off is Sketchbook is required and is covered in the art fee of $5.00. required for any student not taking Health and Physical Education 6. Band 6 9230000 Year-long Course Career Exploration 9031000 Band is offered as a year-long elective. The class is designed to 9 Weeks Course introduce students to reading music and performing on a This course is designed for 6th Grade students to discover the woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument. Opportunities to Career Clusters and Pathways. Students will explore their participate in concerts, parades and community events will be interests, on-demand jobs, and local and national employment offered to all band students. Grades are derived from written trends. During the course, students investigate specific careers and performance assessments. Parents/Guardians are of interest and post-secondary options and learn school and responsible for the cost of obtaining an approved instrument related work-readiness skills. and method book for their child's use in the class. Beyond these costs, there are no additional fees for participation in the Computer Keyboarding 6150000 Shelburne Sixth Grade Band. 9 Week Course This course is designed for middle school students to develop World Cultures 5999000 and enhance their touch skills for entering alphabetic, numeric, 9 Week Course and symbol information on a keyboard. Students compose and World Cultures develops students’ understanding of the world produce personal, educational, and professional documents. around them. Students will study the holidays, customs, and Students will practice developing and improving keyboarding governments of various countries. Since there is no textbook skills by entering alphanumeric, numeric and symbol for this class, students will learn via handouts and lessons by information on a QWERTY keyboard. Students will learn about the teacher. Reading and cultural activities enhance student on-line safety and perform Internet searches. (This course uses learning. Virginia's CTE "Keyboarding 9 weeks" technology standards as the basis for the curriculum.)

EXPLORATORY COURSES

Assigned intervention courses:

Math Plus 9828001 Semester Course This course is for students whose math performance indicates a need to strengthen basic math skills and problem- solving strategies, as well as to help students to prepare for the SOL tests. Instruction will focus on fluency with basic facts, developing math concepts, application of math in the real world, and independent thinking skills.

Reading Plus 9826004 Semester Course This course is for students whose reading performance indicates a need to strengthen basic reading skills and strategies, as well as help students prepare for the SOL tests. Instruction will focus on phonics, fluency, comprehension, critical thinking, vocabulary, reading engagement, viewing, and test-taking.

Student choice electives: (Actual course choices offered each year are based on a student interest survey.)

Art 9103000 9 Week Course Students will use a variety of materials, tools, and methods to create two and three dimensional works of art. There is a

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application, synthesis, analysis, and evaluation to the research process. Students enrolled in this class take the Reading 7 th SOL test.

7 GRADE + Course 2 (Math 7) 3111000 Level: Grade Level REQUIRED COURSES Course 2 is designed to emphasize the basic foundations  Language Arts necessary for students to become successful in Math 8 or o Language Arts 7 Algebra I. Students taking this course will deepen their o Language Arts 7 Honors understanding of the foundations of algebra. The standards  Mathematics address the concept of operations with rational numbers. o Course 2 (Math 7) or Students will build on the concept of ratios to solve problems o Course 3 (Math 8) or involving proportional reasoning. Students will also solve o Algebra I (HS Credit Course) problems involving volume and surface area and focus on the relationships among the properties of quadrilaterals. Probability  Civics & Economics is investigated through comparing experimental results to  Life Science 7 theoretical expectations. Students will continue to develop their  Health and Physical Education 7 understanding of solving linear equations and inequalities in one variable by applying the properties of real ELECTIVE COURSES numbers. Students discern between proportional and non-  Art 7 proportional relationships and begin to develop a concept of  Art 7 - II slope as rate of change. Students enrolled in this class take  Band 7 the Math 7 SOL at the end of the year.  Computer Solutions  Concert Choir 7 Course 3 (Math 8)+ 3112000  Conversational Languages Level: Accelerated  Digital Media Course 3 intends to serve two purposes: to review or extend  Family & Consumer Science 7 concepts and skills learned in previous grades, and to prepare  Fitness for Life 7 students for more abstract concepts in algebra and geometry.  I Dig It The class provides students additional instruction and time to acquire the concepts and skills necessary for success in Algebra REQUIRED COURSES I. Students will gain proficiency in computation with rational + Courses with a required end-of-course SOL test numbers and will use proportions to solve a variety of problems. New concepts include solving multistep equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, visualizing three- Language Arts 7+ 1110000 dimensional shapes represented in two-dimensional drawings, Grade Level Language Arts 7 is designed to build upon a firm foundation in and applying transformations to geometric shapes in the the basics of literacy elements including reading coordinate plane. Students will verify and apply the comprehension, oral, and written language. Students practice Pythagorean Theorem and represent relations and functions, respectful speaking and listening skills. Students will engage in using tables, graphs, and rules. Students enrolled in this class research practices with an emphasis on digital media. Students take the Mathematics 8 SOL at the end of the year. study the various genre to include informational texts, fiction, Algebra I+ 313000A and poetry. Students will increase their vocabulary with word Level: Advanced; HS Credit study. Narrative, expository, and persuasive writing is Pre-requisite: Must pass Course 2 in 6th grade or Course 3 incorporated, as well as writing strategy and grammatical skill. in 7th grade; Pass the Math 7 or Math 8 SOL or have a Students enrolled in this class take the Reading 7 SOL test. teacher recommendation. The main objectives of this course are solving linear equations Language Arts 7 Honors+ 111000H and inequalities, graphing linear functions, and factoring Accelerated Honors Language Arts 7 is a rigorous, standards-based program polynomials. Students will learn to use algebra as a tool for designed to build on a firm foundation in literacy elements representing and solving a variety of practical problems. including reading comprehension, oral, and written language. Tables, graphs, and statistics will be used to analyze functions Students practice respectful speaking and listening skills. and interpret data. Graphing calculators, computers, and other Students will engage in research practices with an emphasis on appropriate technology tools will be used to enhance the digital media. Students study various genres to include understanding of functions. Students enrolled in this class informational texts, fiction, and poetry. Students will increase take the Algebra I SOL end-of-course test. Upon successful their vocabulary with word study. Narrative, expository, and completion of this course, students will receive a math credit persuasive writing is incorporated, as well as writing strategy toward high school graduation. and grammatical skill. Additionally, students in Honors Civics and Economics+ 2357000 Language Arts 7 will apply the cognitive processes of

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Civics is the study of American government and the vocabulary, reading engagement, viewing, and test-taking. It development of citizenship skills. An in-depth focus is given will be differentiated according to students’ needs. to the function, structure, and powers of the 3 branches and Student choice electives: three levels of government. Students analyze the concepts of Actual course choices offered each year are based on a student democracy, justice, liberty, and equality. In the Economics interest survey. portion of the course students will learn basic economic concepts and examine the organization and operations of the Student choice electives: American economy. Students enrolled in this class take the (Actual course choices offered each year are based on a student Civics and Economics SOL test. interest survey.)

Life Science 7 4115000 Art 7 9105000 The seventh grade life science curriculum focuses on an Semester Course understanding of environmental issues, change, cycles, Art 7 is designed to build upon the student’s familiarity of art patterns, and relationships in the living world. Students will materials and techniques learned in 6th grade. An added focus build on these basic principles by exploring the cellular is on creating implied texture, creating depth through organization and classification of organisms; relationships perspective, and applying basic color theory. The use of among organisms within the environment and change as a result creative fantasy is encouraged through a number of projects. of genetic information. Experimental inquiry, math, content Students who want to take more advanced art in 8th grade specific reading, writing, and technology skills are integrated need to take art in the 7th grade. A Shelburne Sketchbook is into the curriculum. required and is covered in the art fee of $5.00.

Health and Physical Education 7 7120000 ART 7 - II 9105001 Semester Course Semester Course The Physical Education/Health course is a required class that Art 7-II generally means that the student is taking a full year of runs for 1 semester for a total of 18 weeks. The students will art. Refined craftsmanship and creative experimentation will be be required to dress out in workout appropriate attire that is encouraged. Art history and cultural appreciation are woven different from clothes that they wear to school. The students into the curriculum. Journaling with written art critiques will will be involved in both physical education activities as well as guide students to interpret works of art and how culture health related activities. The students will also be taught family influences our responses. Students must take Art 7 and earn an life education during this course by the Staunton Office on A or B average to be eligible for Art 7-II, unless given special Youth. (The content materials for family life can be viewed in permission by the art teacher. Visually talented and highly the Shelburne office, and parents have the option of opting out motivated students are recommended for this class. A their child from the family life education component; see page Shelburne Sketchbook is required and is covered in the art fee 37). The physical education component will be divided into of $5.00. four areas: personal fitness, skill development, lifetime fitness/sports activities, and individual/team sports. The health Band 7 923100 component will be divided into two main areas: nutrition and Yearlong Course the dangers of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs. *Principal approval Band is an elective for 7th grade students in their second year and parent sign-off is required for any student not taking Health of study. The class strives to develop music literacy and and Physical Education 7. increase technical coordination for students on their chosen instrument. Additionally, students begin to experience group ELECTIVE COURSES musical objectives involving balance, blend and intonation. The ability to self-assess performance is fostered. Grades are Assigned intervention courses: derived from written and performance assessments. Opportunities to participate in concerts, parades, and Math Plus 9828001 community events are offered to all Band members. Semester Course Enrichment opportunities are offered through the Woodwind This course is for students whose math performance Ensemble, Jazz Band, Valley Honor Band, and All District indicates a need to strengthen basic math skills and problem- Band activities. solving strategies, as well as to help students to prepare for the SOL tests. Instruction will focus on fluency with basic facts, Computer Solutions 6609004 developing math concepts, application of math in the real Semester Course world, and independent thinking skills. Students are introduced to the world of business using the computer as a problem-solving tool. Emphasis is placed on Reading Plus 9826004 using basic touch keyboarding skills to complete a variety of Semester Course projects incorporating word processing, databases, This course is for students whose reading performance indicates presentations, and spreadsheet software. Using a problem- a need to strengthen basic reading skills and strategies, as well based learning approach, students evaluate real-world situations as help students prepare for the SOL tests. Instruction will focus and use computer applications to investigate and develop on phonics, fluency, comprehension, critical thinking, practical solutions individually and collaboratively. Basic

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Internet safety, social media etiquette and cyber citizenship are Semester Course important components of this course. Students should be self- Students will develop skills that will be useful throughout life. motivated and capable of working with others to thrive in this They will focus on their individual development, as well as their type of learning environment. (This course uses Virginia’s CTE relationships and roles within the family unit. Topics will “Computer Solutions – 18 weeks” technology standards as a include personal development, food and nutrition, consumer basis for the curriculum.) This course cannot be repeated. education, clothing and textiles, housing, and babysitting. There is a $10 fee for this class to cover sewing materials. Concert Choir 7 9270000 Semester Course Fitness for Life 7 7121000 Students will learn foundational vocal performance and music Semester Course Prerequisite: A “B” or better in required literacy skills in a choral setting, culminating in either a winter PE/Health or teacher and administrator approval. or spring concert. Special emphasis will be placed on exploring This elective physical education class is designed to give and performing a wide variety of musical styles, reading and students the opportunity to participate in physical activity for writing music in standard notation, singing in unison and an additional semester. There is no health or family life in this harmony, vocal production and health, and developing an class. Students will need to dress out in appropriate attire. understanding of concert etiquette. Students will be provided Fitness for Life is a class in which each student will design and with opportunities to audition for district and state honors implement their own fitness portfolio. They will be graded on events. assignments according to their plan and performance. There will not be any team sports played during this class. All Conversational Languages 5999001 activities that are done will cater to the physical fitness test. Semester Course This course includes nine weeks of Conversational Spanish and Intro to Programming & Robotics TBD nine weeks of Conversational French. Semester Course Conversational Spanish: Students will explore technological resources through problem-solving processes and various hands-on activities, In this part of the course students learn about Hispanic culture including robotics, coding, and programming. They relate the and participate in thematic studies in basic Spanish. Spanish impact of technology on society, environment, and culture to foods and customs are two examples of the themes covered. future consequences and decisions. Basic vocabulary and grammar will be introduced, and students will learn to hold simple conversations. I Dig It TBD Semester Course Conversational French: Students will learn nursery skills for food, fun, health, and In this part of the course students learn about French and income. Learn the basics of nursery and garden skills along Francophone cultures and participate in thematic studies in with plant function. In this class, we will focus on plant French. French cuisine and customs are two examples of the identification that supports health through nourishment, plant- themes covered. Basic vocabulary and grammar will be based first aid, and how to get paid to grow them. introduced, and students will learn to hold simple conversations. (Note: This language class is not for high school credit.)

Digital Media 6160000 Semester Course Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding course(s) or teacher-approved demonstration and documentation of touch keyboarding skills. It is recommended students make a C or better in Keyboarding to take this class. Digital Media explores photographic development techniques, cloud computing software applications, digital cameras, mobile devices, professional-level vector graphic software, keyboarding, digital animation, multimedia production, website design, digital storytelling and digital design to prepare students for using tools that are becoming standard in the workplace and everyday life. Basic Internet safety, netiquette and cyber ethics, how the media influences our lives, online identity, social media and the importance of being a responsible digital citizen are important components of this course. (This course uses Virginia’s CTE “Digital Input Technologies – 18 weeks” technology standards as a basis for the curriculum.) This course cannot be repeated.

Family and Consumer Science 7 8263001

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selections. Students enrolled in this class take the Writing and Reading 8 SOL tests. th 8 GRADE Language Arts 8 Honors+ 1120000H Level: Accelerated Language Arts 8 Honors addresses reading, writing, listening REQUIRED COURSES and speaking within a rigorous standards-based program.  Language Arts Students will learn and apply interviewing techniques and will o Language Arts 8 learn to interpret the persuasive strategies used in print and o Language Arts 8 Honors mass media. Students will demonstrate correct use of language,  Mathematics spelling, and mechanics by applying grammatical conventions o Course 3 (Math 8) or in writing and speaking. Students will plan, draft, revise, and o Algebra I (HS Credit Course) or edit writing, with emphasis on exposition and persuasion. o Geometry (HS Credit Course) Students are expected to respond critically to literature and to  Physical Science 8 demonstrate critical thinking through their writing in all subject  World Studies areas. Students will continue to develop an appreciation for  Health & PE 8* (see page 32) literature through a study of a wide variety of selections and will be asked to describe themes or inferred main ideas, ELECTIVE COURSES interpret cause/effect relationships, and draw conclusions from  Art 8 a variety of literary and informational selections. Honors goes beyond English 8 with extended learning activities that require  Art 8-II students to increase their use of critical thinking skills to include  Band 8 analysis, synthesis, and problem-solving in real-world  Concert Choir 8 situations. Students enrolled in this class take the Writing  Digital Media and Reading 8 SOL tests.  Family & Consumer Science 8  Fitness for Life 8 Course 3 (Math 8)+ 3112000  Intro to Design Thinking Level: Grade Level  Inventions and Innovations The 8th grade standards continue to build on the concepts  Make It Your Own Business needed for success in high school level algebra, geometry, and  Restaurant Entrepreneurship statistics. Students will explore real numbers and the subsets of  Robotic Engineering the real number system. Proportional reasoning is expounded  Study Strategies for Success upon as students solve a variety of problems. Students find the  World Languages volume and surface area of more complex three- dimensional  French I (HS Credit Course) or figures and apply transformations to geometric shapes in the  Latin I (HS Credit Course) or coordinate plane. Students will verify and apply the  Spanish I (HS Credit Course) Pythagorean Theorem creating a foundation for further study of triangular relationships in geometry. Students will represent data, both univariate and bivariate data, and make predictions REQUIRED COURSES + Courses with a required end-of-course SOL test by observing data patterns. Students build upon the algebraic concepts developed in the standards for grades six and seven

Language Arts 8+ 1120000 mathematics, which include simplifying algebraic expressions, Grade Level solving multistep equations and inequalities, and graphing Language Arts 8 will focus on the further development of linear functions. The grade eight standards are vital to providing critical reading and persuasive expression in speaking and a solid foundation in Algebra I for students in middle school writing. Students will learn and apply interviewing techniques mathematics. Students enrolled in this class take the Math 8 and will learn to interpret the persuasive strategies used in print SOL at the end of the year. and mass media. Students will demonstrate correct use of + language, spelling, and mechanics by applying grammatical Algebra I 313000A conventions in writing and speaking. Students will plan, draft, Level: Advanced; HS Credit revise, and edit writing, with emphasis on exposition and Pre-requisite: Must pass Course 2 in 6th grade or Course 3 persuasion. Students are expected to respond critically to in 7th grade; Pass the Math 7 or Math 8 SOL or have a literature and to demonstrate critical thinking through their teacher recommendation. writing in all subject areas. Students will continue to develop The main objectives of this course are solving linear equations an appreciation for literature through a study of a wide variety and inequalities, graphing linear functions, and factoring of selections and will be asked to describe themes or inferred polynomials. Students will learn to use algebra as a tool for main ideas, interpret cause/effect relationships, and draw representing and solving a variety of practical problems. Tables conclusions from a variety of literary and informational and graphs will be used to analyze functions and interpret data. Graphing calculators, computers, and other appropriate technology tools will be used to enhance the understanding of

35 MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2019-2020 functions. Students enrolled in this class take the Algebra I SOL end-of-course test. Upon successful completion of this *Principal approval and parent sign-off is required for students course, students will receive a math credit toward high school not taking Health and Physical Education 8. graduation. ELECTIVE COURSES Geometry+ 314300A Level: Advanced; HS Credit Assigned intervention courses: Prerequisite: Must pass Algebra I and pass the Algebra I SOL. Math Plus 9828001 This course is designed for students who have successfully Semester Course completed the standards for Algebra I. The course includes an This course is for students whose math performance emphasis on developing reasoning skills through the indicates a need to strengthen basic math skills and problem- exploration of geometric relationships including properties of solving strategies, as well as to help students to prepare for the geometric figures, trigonometric relationships, and SOL tests. Instruction will focus on fluency with basic facts, mathematical proofs. In this course, deductive reasoning and developing math concepts, application of math in the real logic are used in direct proofs. Direct proofs are presented in world, and independent thinking skills. different formats (typically two-column or paragraph) and employ definitions, postulates, theorems, and algebraic Reading Plus 9828004 justifications including coordinate methods. Students enrolled Semester Course in this class will be required to take the Geometry SOL end- This course is for students whose reading performance indicates of-course test. Upon successful completion of this course, a need to strengthen basic reading skills and strategies, as well students will receive a math credit toward high school as help students prepare for the SOL tests. Instruction will focus graduation. on phonics, fluency, comprehension, critical thinking, vocabulary, reading engagement, viewing, and test-taking. It Physical Science 8+ 4125000 will be differentiated according to students’ needs. Physical Science includes topics on chemistry and physics. Areas covered during this semester of physical science are: Student choice electives: Scientific methods, measurements, discoveries, and inventions, Actual course choices offered each year are based on a student Forces and Motion, Heat and Energy, Waves and Wave Energy, interest survey. Electricity and Magnetism, Matter and its properties, Atomic Structure & Theory, the Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, and Art 8 9115000 Chemistry Applications. Students take the middle school Semester Course science SOL test, which covers information from 6th, 7th, Art 8 is designed for students who have taken art in 6th and 7th and 8th grade. grade. This course offers a more in-depth application of the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. Students will be World Studies 2996001 challenged while using a variety of art materials and techniques World Studies covers concepts involving basic geography, on projects that require creative thinking skills. Art history and history, vocabulary, and current events. Students will be the influence of culture will be part of the curriculum. Students examining the relationship between the United States and other will respond to artwork with an emphasis on becoming more regions/peoples from around the world. Students will consider open and tolerant to others’ opinions. They will also develop the relationships between people and places and will debate and stronger skills with the written art critique, observing their own discuss various global issues. Students will be assessed work, and the work of others. A Shelburne Sketchbook is throughout the course but there is not a state required SOL test required and is covered in the art fee of $5.00. associated with this class. Art 8 – II 9115001 Health and Physical Education 8 7200000 Semester Course Semester Course This is an ADVANCED section of art for 8th graders who have The Health and Physical Education course is a required* class taken art first semester (Art 8) or students who took Art 7 - II in that runs for 1 semester for a total of 18 weeks. The students 7th Grade. It is a class recommended for highly motivated and will be required to dress out in workout appropriate attire that visually talented art students, as they are expected to work is different from clothes that they wear to school. The students creatively and more independently. There will be a focus on will be involved in both physical education activities as well as painting and crafts. Art 8 - II is the most challenging art level health related activities. The students will also be taught family at Shelburne, where students are developing their art skills for life education during this course by the Staunton Office on high school and a lifetime of art appreciation. Art Classes Youth (see page 37). The physical education component will be available at Staunton High School and requirements for divided into four areas: skill development, team sports, pursuing a variety of careers in art will be explored. A personal fitness, and lifetime fitness activities. Shelburne Sketchbook is required for planning, practice, and The health component will be divided into three areas: written critiques and is covered in the art fee of $5.00. nutrition, communicable/non-communicable diseases, and safety.

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Band 8 9229000 This elective physical education class is designed to give Yearlong Course students the opportunity to participate in physical activity for Band is offered as an elective for students in their third year of an additional semester. There is no health or family life in this musical study. An emphasis on individual development in the class, but students will still need to dress out in appropriate beginning of the year allows the students to increase facility. attire. Fitness for Life is a class in which each student will Ensemble techniques are fostered in a variety of musical styles, design and implement their own fitness portfolio. They will be as bands develop a more mature tone, balance and blend. Self- graded on assignments according to their plan and performance. assessment skills are utilized to compare performance skills for There will not be any team sports played during this class. All correction. Grades are derived from written and performance activities that are done will cater to the physical fitness test. assessments. Opportunities to participate in concerts, parades and community events are offered to all Band members. Intro to Design Thinking 8463000 Enrichment opportunities are offered through the Woodwind Semester Course Ensemble, Jazz Band, Valley Honor Band, and All District Students combine resources and techniques to learn how Band activities. design thinking works and how to create their own designs, using robotics, coding, and engineering. This hand-on course Concert Choir 8 9271000 will explore various types of technologies. Students will also Semester Course explore technology-oriented careers. Specific areas of study Students will learn foundational vocal performance and music include computer-assisted design and modeling. literacy skills in a choral setting, culminating in either a winter or spring concert. Special emphasis will be placed on exploring Inventions and Innovations 8464000 and performing a wide variety of musical styles, reading and Semester Course writing music in standard notation, singing in unison and Inventions and Innovations challenges students to incorporate harmony, vocal production and health, developing an new technologies as they tackle real-world design problems in understanding of concert etiquette, and preparatory skills for areas like community-building, computing, and transportation. high school ensembles. Students will be provided with Students work in a collaborative environment to develop habits opportunities to audition for district and state honors events. in creativity, problem-solving, and responsibility. Specific areas of study include physical computing technologies such Digital Media 6160000 as Arduinos, MaKey MaKey boards, and Raspberry Pi Semester Course Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding course(s) or computers, an introduction to coding languages including teacher-approved demonstration and documentation of touch Arduino, Logo, and Python, and coding for the Web with keyboarding skills. It is recommended students make a C or HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. better in Keyboarding to take this class. Digital Media explores photographic development techniques, Make It Your Own Business 6111000 cloud computing software applications, digital cameras, mobile Semester Course Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation devices, professional-level vector graphic software, Ever thought of starting your own business? As a member of a keyboarding, digital animation, multimedia production, website team, students will go through the business planning process to design, digital storytelling and digital design to prepare students create and implement a business idea. Students will learn about for using tools that are becoming standard in the workplace and how real businesses operate, including how businesses make everyday life. Basic Internet safety, netiquette and cyber money. Emphasis is placed on the introduction and application ethics, how the media influences our lives, online identity, of business terminology, basic entrepreneurship concepts, and social media and the importance of being a responsible digital fundamental business principles. Basic academic skills citizen are important components of this course. (This course (mathematics, science, English, and history/social science) are uses Virginia’s CTE “Digital Input Technologies – 18 weeks” integrated into this course. (This course uses Virginia's CTE technology standards as a basis for the curriculum.) This course "Make It Your Business – 18 weeks" standards as the basis for cannot be repeated. the curriculum.)

Family and Consumer Science 8 8244000 Restaurant Entrepreneurship 8112000/8242000 Semester Course Semester Course Pre-requisite: Family/Consumer Science 7 Students will develop skills that will be needed to become Ever thought of running your own restaurant? This unique class independent. Students focus on their individual roles in the will combine business management and cooking skills. The community, as well as how the community influences class will focus on all elements needed to open up your very individual development. Topics will include decision-making, own restaurant, from materials needed to management goal setting, character, food preparation, nutrition, money strategies. Students will have a hands-on learning environment management, clothing and textiles, and career exploration. and receive expertise from local restaurant and business There is a $10 fee for this class to cover sewing materials. owners. Students will learn about how real food trucks operate, including how they make money. There is a $10 fee associated Fitness for Life 8 7210000 with this course to cover the cost of food. (This course uses Semester Course Prerequisite: A “B” or better in required Virginia's CTE "Make It Your Business – 9 weeks" standards PE/Health or teacher and administrator approval. and Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory I - 9 weeks standards as the basis for the curriculum.)

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Study Strategies for Success 7200300 Semester Course Students will explore strategies related to school success. Topics will include organization, time management, various ways to study. test-taking skills, and completing homework. Additionally they will have time to complete work in a study hall environment.

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World Languages:

French I 511000A Yearlong Course; HS Credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Level 1 provides students with the skills necessary to begin developing communicative proficiency in the language. Students are introduced to the diverse cultures of the Target Language. Vocabulary and basic grammar structures are emphasized. Students earn one high school credit for this class.

Latin I 531000A Yearlong Course; HS Credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation This course is primarily concerned with the fundamentals of the ancient language of the Romans. Its aim is to prepare students to read Latin literature, to improve their command of the English language by studying the close relations (historic and linguistic) between English, Latin and the Romance Languages, and to gain exposure to roman culture. Students earn one high school credit for this class.

Spanish I 551000A Yearlong Course; HS Credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Level 1 provides students with the skills necessary to begin developing communicative proficiency in the language. Students are introduced to the diverse cultures of the Target Language. Vocabulary and basic grammar structures are emphasized. Students earn one high school credit for this class.

Section Three

HIGH SCHOOL

PROGRAM

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HS GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC LETTER AWARD PROGRAM The Academic Letter Award Program encompasses grades ACADEMIC HONESTY 9-12. Any student honored must meet the following criteria: Students at Staunton High School are expected to take  Must have an unweighted 3.67 GPA on a four-point scale responsibility for their conduct in both their social and (based on the final yearly average) with no more than one academic actions. Academic honesty requires that students turn C in work that is their own and show their best effort. Academic  Any transfer student must be at Staunton High School at dishonesty would include cheating or plagiarism. More specific least one full term and meet the above criteria information regarding definitions, responsibilities, and consequences can be found in the Staunton City Student ADVANCED PLACEMENT Handbook and Code of Conduct. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are college level courses offered at the high school. To enroll in an AP course, students The following actions are considered dishonest: must meet the Honors Program Requirements. Upon successful  Copying tests, homework or class work completion of the class, students receive one weighted (1.0)  Doing or using someone else’s work high school credit for the course. To receive this weighted  Telling other students what questions are or are not on a credit, students are expected to take the accompanying test Advanced Placement exam at the end of the course. College  Permitting someone to copy your test, homework, or class credit may be earned depending on the student’s score on the work exam and the college the student attends. Financial assistance  Using an answer sheet, notes, or any other such aid while is available to take the Advanced Placement exams for those taking a test or quiz who qualify; students should talk to their counselor about  Copying work from a book, encyclopedia, Internet, or determining eligibility. other source without giving proper credit  Working together on assignments when told not to COURSE CANCELLATIONS  Lying Any course that does not have sufficient enrollment will be cancelled. Some courses with low enrollment may be offered  Having knowledge that a classmate has cheated and not in alternate years or not at all. Approval of classes will be at the reporting it discretion of the principal and/or superintendent of schools.  Talking during a test

COURSE SELECTION CHANGES ACCESS to COURSES Students are expected to select their courses in the spring As required by federal laws and regulation, the Staunton prior to the next academic year and to adhere to their selections. City School Board does not discriminate on the basis of gender, Student requests for specific class changes will be accepted color, race, religion, handicapping conditions, or national origin during the first week of first term ONLY. After the first in employment or in its educational programs and activities. week, special schedule changes may only be addressed by a

meeting with counselors, teachers, and administration. ACTIVITY & ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION Teachers may request a schedule level change within a To be eligible to participate in any Virginia High School department at any time (such as Honors English to regular League competition, a student must be currently enrolled in and English). The administration may approve schedule changes passing three out of four subjects for credit or the equivalent, throughout the semester based on extenuating circumstances. and have passed three subjects for credit or the equivalent the Students will not be removed to avoid an end-of-couse SOL previous semester. If a passed course is being repeated, that test. Any student withdrawing from a course following the course may not be counted as one of the three subjects for drop/add period, will receive either a WP (withdraw/pass) or a credit. WF (withdraw/fail) on his/her transcript depending on the Students who are planning to participate in Division I and II student’s grade at the time of the drop. interscholastic sports in college should see their school Requests from students or their parents for a change in counselor and/or athletic director to learn about NCAA teacher or block cannot be allowed since such changes involve regulations. These rules require certain high school courses, teaching loads and schedules. Consideration will be given to minimum grade point averages, and minimum college requests from students assigned to repeat work with a teacher admissions’ testing scores before a student can be found eligible under whom they have previously failed. Final approval for all for participation. schedule changes rests with the principal.

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COURSES ALREADY PASSED DUAL-ENROLLMENT & CONCURRENT Students who pass a course may repeat it for grade ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES improvement, but a duplicate credit will not be given. Both grades will appear on the transcript but only the higher grade is included in calculating the grade point average and class rank. Blue Ridge Community College College-level courses are offered to Staunton High students COURSES REQUIRING APPLICATION FOR through a dual enrollment/concurrent enrollment agreement ENROLLMENT with Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC). These Application is required for the following courses and agreements include opportunities to enable qualified students to programs. Applications are available in the School Counseling complete an associate’s degree or a one-year Uniform Department or from the classroom teacher: Certificate of General Studies concurrent through BRCC with a  Dual-enrollment courses high school diploma. Both high school and college credit may  Governor’s School Courses be earned; however, all regulations of BRCC must be followed,  Mentorship/Service Learning including application to the college prior to the first day of the  Valley Career and Technical Center course. Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policy  Career Exploration Courses mandates that only qualified high school juniors and seniors of  Early Work Release (AEP) sixteen years of age or older may enroll in Dual Enrollment  Online Courses courses. Occasionally, exceptions can be made (with the written permission of the BRCC President or his designee) for CREDENTIALING, LICENSURE & exceptionally qualified sophomore students. Permission for an exception should be requested well in advance of the start of the CERTIFICATION course. Students earning a standard diploma must also earn an Students who enroll in dual enrollment courses must industry credential. Certain programs within Career and demonstrate academic readiness for collegiate work, as Technical Education provide students with an opportunity for evidenced by above average academic performance in high professional credential, licensure or certification that will meet school, and through the recommendation by the high school this requirement and/or count as “student choice” verified credit principal or his/her designee. Students who wish to enroll in toward those required for graduation. English or math dual enrollment courses must also have To obtain the credit, the student must successfully complete completed College Preparedness Testing at BRCC, unless they the course or course sequence that prepares individuals for state have equivalent documentation through SAT or ACT test licensure or certification and pass the test required by the scores. SAT/ACT scores that exempt students from certifying agency. Preparedness Testing are: SAT score of 520 Math Such credentials may give students a competitive edge in the (Qualitative), 530 Writing, and 530 Critical Reading, or ACT workplace, offer better opportunities for earning money for score of 22 Math /22 English. Once enrolled in a BRCC college expenses, provide increased opportunities in military course, students must complete the course with a grade of C service, and help to define career pathways. or better to continue to the next level. See course descriptions Information about the testing opportunities is available in the for prerequisite information. course descriptions in this publication and from the counseling office. Other College Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities Permission may be granted by the principal for courses to be CREDITS FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL taken at a college campus for high school/college credit Students who successfully complete Algebra I, Geometry, (Concurrent Courses). Concurrent Courses may be weighted. and/or the first year of a world language in middle school will Students who wish to receive weighted credit for a concurrent earn a high school credit for the course. Each credit will count course should discuss this option with their counselor and toward graduation requirements but not toward computing GPA complete the appropriate paperwork for the request. Certain or toward determining class rank. local concurrent programs such as the Mary Baldwin College

Concurrent Enrollment Program have been pre-approved for Reminder to Parents of Rising 9th Graders: high school weighted credit. Interested students should see The parent of any student, who while in middle school, took their counselor for information. a high school credit bearing course, may elect to have the grade Staunton High School and college or university prerequisite and credit omitted from the student’s transcript. If the parent courses must be completed prior to enrollment in college elects to have the course omitted, written notice of such election courses and all rules and policies of the college must be must be given by the parent to the counseling department of the followed. high school on or before August 1 of the year in which the For all dual and concurrent enrollment, students are student finishes the eighth grade. The student will retake the responsible for all student fees and tuition costs. College course (or a replacement) and only the new grade/course credit credits earned vary according to the course. One (1) credit on will show on the high school transcript. the high school transcript will be awarded upon the successful

completion of the BRCC or college semester courses taught either at the high school or on the college campus. It is the student’s responsibility to request that a transcript from the

42 HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 college or community college be sent to any college the student students are required to remain in the classroom for the entire attends after graduation. exam period to prevent classroom disruptions and allow sufficient time for completion of exams. Students need to avoid EARLY COLLEGE SCHOLARS PROGRAM scheduling appointments during exam times; dates and times The Early College Scholars program allows eligible high are posted and available from teachers or counselors. school seniors to complete their high school diploma while earning at least 15 hours of transferable credits toward a college EXEMPTIONS degree, resulting in a more productive senior year and reducing All students will take the midterm exam at the end of the first the expense of college tuition for families. Students earn these nine weeks in each term. During each term, any student in credits through dual-enrollment programs and by taking grades 9-12 may exempt a final exam if the following Advanced Placement courses at their home high schools or requirements have been met: He/she has not missed more than through the Virtual Virginia Advanced Placement School. five classes in the specific course regardless of the reason, and To qualify for the Early College Scholars program, a student he/she has an average of 90 or above for the term grade, and must: he/she has passed the SOL test in the course if one is available.  Have a "B" average or better; Exam make-ups are allowed for students who have a doctor’s  Be pursuing an Advanced Studies Diploma; and note or who prearrange the absence with administration and  Take and complete college-level course work (i.e., teacher approval. Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, or dual enrollment) that will earn at least 15 FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION transferable college credits. More information about this The Family Life Education program in grades K-10 for program is available at the Virginia Department of Staunton City Schools was developed by a 26 member Education website: www.doe.virginia.gov parent/community involvement team composed of parents,  Students interested in this program should contact their teachers, clergy and a school board member. The Family Life school counselor. Education curriculum focuses on families and human development and is designed to be comprehensive, sequential, ELECTIVES abstinence-based and age appropriate. The SOL objectives In order to meet diploma requirements, certain courses in related to dating violence and the characteristics of abusive each department are prescribed by the VDOE. Other courses relationships are taught at least twice in high school. The high are electives selected by students to finish graduation school FLE curriculum incorporates age-appropriate elements credits/requirements, provide a well-rounded education, and/or of effective and evidence-base programs on the prevention of lead to a particular career pathway. The skills and information dating violence, domestic abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual learned in many elective courses provide background violence. Copies of the curriculum are available in the libraries knowledge for further work or education after high school and in the principal’s office. and/or provide greater understanding and appreciation of areas All students will participate in the Family Life Education which increase the quality of one’s life. curriculum unless parents request that their children opt out. They may do this by contacting the \principal of their child’s ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS school for an Opt Out Form. Students who opt out of the Provisions are made for those students who need English as program will be provided with alternative instruction. a Second Language instruction. Additional information is Questions may be directed to the building principal. available from counselors. In some situations, the student may need more than four years to complete credits needed for FINE ARTS or CAREER & TECHNICAL graduation from high school. The counselor can advise students EDUCATION COURSES and parents about planning the program of studies needed for A fine arts or career & technical education course is any graduation. state-approved course, grades 9-12, in Art, Drama (including those at SVGS), Newspaper, Journalism, Photojournalism, EXAMINATIONS/ASSESSMENTS Music, or Career & Technical Education and any course at the Examinations or appropriate assessments shall be given to Valley Career and Technical Center. all students in grades 9-12 according to an established schedule. Appropriate assessments include traditional examinations, GIFTED EDUCATION research papers, presentations, projects, performance The gifted education program in Staunton City Schools is assessments, portfolio assessments, culminating experiences, based on the school division’s philosophy of a rigorous, and other teacher-created forms of assessment. At the high dynamic, and reflective instructional program for all students. school level, examinations will be given at the end of each nine- There are multiple opportunities for challenging classes at the week grading period, and will count up to 15% of the grade for high school through the Honors, Dual Enrollment (DE), and that nine-week period. Advanced Placement (AP) programs. In addition, Shenandoah Exam make-ups are allowed for students who have a doctor's Valley Governor’s School offers a highly competitive program note or who prearrange the absence with administration and for juniors and seniors in Science, Technology, Engineering teacher approval. Exam make-ups will be scheduled AFTER and Mathematics (STEM) and Arts/Humanities. the original exam date. During mid-term and final exams All students in high school who meet the minimal entry requirements may self-select for Honors, DE or AP and/or

43 HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 apply to competitive programs. Identified gifted students in GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS high school will continue to work on goals which focus on Students must meet the graduation requirements based on higher-level thinking skills embedded in all disciplines. when they enter the 9th grade for the first time. Requirements for graduation listed in this publication reflect those adopted by Eligible high school juniors and seniors may apply for the the Virginia Board of Education. Parents of rising 11th and 12th Virginia Governor's Summer Residential Foreign Language grade students will be notified of the number and subject area Academies (full-immersion academies in various languages) or requirements of standard and verified units of credit required the Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s School Programs for graduation, and the remaining number and subject area (intensive educational experiences in a variety of areas). requirements of such units of credit the individual student Acceptance into these state programs is highly competitive and requires for graduation. based on application and recommendation. Your school counselor is available to assist teachers, parents, and students. GRADE CLASSIFICATION/PROMOTION Graduation is based on the number of credits earned. The GRADE POINT AVERAGE following standards have been set to determine the average Grade Point Average (GPA) is based on grades earned in minimum credit progression within the high school: courses for which high school credit is awarded, in grades 9-12 Grade 10 6 units only. Courses taken in 8th grade for high school credit will Grade 11 12 units count toward meeting graduation requirements but not toward Grade 12 18 units computing GPA or toward determining class rank. Students The school counselor will alert students who advance in grade may elect to retake an identical course or a course at a higher but have not attained the minimum number of required credits level to replace a grade on the transcript and to be used toward and therefore may not be on track to graduate on time. Students the GPA. Advanced Placement, Governor’s School, and Dual must attend the normal progression of four years of high school Enrollment courses are weighted a 1.0 additional grade-point before graduation unless granted special permission to graduate per credit. Honors level courses are weighted an 0.5 additional early. grade-point per credit. GPA points are totaled to identify a student’s rank in class. Summer enrichment courses will not GRADUATION CEREMONY PARTICIPATION count towards meeting state requirements for graduation. In order for students to participate in the graduation ceremony, all academic requirements for graduation must be GRADING SCALE met prior to the ceremony. If a student has not met all the Letter Numerical Quality 1.0 0.5 academic requirements for graduation then he or she may Grade Scale Points Weighted Weighted continue working on those requirements, but will not be A+ 98-100 4.33 5.33 4.83 permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. If a A 93-97 4.00 5.0 4.50 student is unable to participate in the ceremony, once he/she A- 90-92 3.67 4.67 4.17 meets the academic requirements, the student may receive a B+ 87-89 3.33 4.33 3.83 diploma individually from the principal or participate in the B 83-86 3.00 4.00 3.50 ceremony the following year. Additionally, all fees and fines B- 80-82 2.67 3.67 3.17 must be paid prior to the graduation ceremony to be eligible to C+ 77-79 2.33 3.33 2.83 participate. C 73-76 2.00 3.00 2.50 C- 70-72 1.67 2.67 2.17 GRADUATION – SUMMER SCHOOL Students completing graduation requirements in a state- D+ 67-69 1.33 2.33 1.83 accredited summer school will be eligible for a diploma. The D 63-66 1.00 2.00 1.50 last school attended during the regular session will award the D- 60-62 0.67 1.67 1.17 diploma. 59 and 0.00 0.00 0.00 F below GRASP GRASP is a non-profit charitable education organization 4.0 Quality Point System funded by donations from individuals, businesses, and  Numeric grades will be used by teachers. foundations to support our in-school student advising program  Numeric grades for courses taken for high school credit and to provide Last Dollar Scholarships. GRASP provides will be converted to a 4.0 scale for the purposes of weekly advisory services at selected Virginia high schools to computing grade point averages (GPA), class rank, magna help students and their families establish a plan for education cum laude, cum laude, honor roll and academic letters. after high school. Advisors assist students in the process of  College Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement grades identifying, apply for, and obtaining scholarships and other shall be weighted 1.0 quality points per credit. financial aid. Staunton High’s GRASP advisor is available in  Governor’s School grades will be weighted 1.0 per credit. the guidance office and assists any interested students.  Honors level course grades will be weighted 0.5 per credit.

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HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE A candidate for a magna cum laude diploma shall have a cumulative grade point total of 4.00 or above on credits taken BLOCKED COURSES - Staunton High School uses a 4X4 toward a standard or advanced studies diploma. A candidate for block schedule that generally permits students to take eight a cum laude diploma shall have an average of 3.67 or above on single-blocked courses during the year (completing four classes credits taken toward a standard or advanced studies diploma. during each term). Under 4x4 block scheduling (two terms of four classes per day, five days per week, for 18 weeks); students HONORS REQUIREMENTS may take up to 32 courses for credit. Students are encouraged The Honors Program at Staunton High School is designed to to explore elective courses in departments of interest to them, be more academically challenging and taught at a higher level to investigate college level academic or technical courses and than a typical high school class. Due to this challenge, a to pursue school-to-work options such as mentorships, career student’s grade in an Honor’s course will receive an additional certification, community service and cooperative work 0.5 weight when calculating the student’s GPA. Students experience. wishing to enter the program need to be ready and willing to do work beyond the minimum expectations and to dig deeper into DOUBLE BLOCKED and PAIRED COURSES -While the concepts and theories of the subject. most courses at the high school are completed in 18 weeks (one semester), some courses require 36 weeks (a full school year) The basic requirements for entering all honors classes to complete. The term “double blocked” is used to describe include: these courses in the course description section of this  Reading on grade level or above for English, science, and publication. Double-blocked courses meet all year for one history block for one high school credit for the course.  Passing all previous SOL tests specific to the subject the To allow for some scheduling flexibility, a few courses have student wishes to enroll (minimum score of 425 is required, been paired. These courses meet during the same block advanced scores of 500 or above are strongly throughout the entire year. Paired courses earn one high school recommended) credit per course.  Receiving a grade of 87 (B+) or above in the previous course HONOR COUNCIL  Parent approval The council consists of five seniors who have been selected  If the above requirements are not met, students still wishing by the faculty. The identities of the five council members are to pursue an honors class are required to provide a teacher not revealed until the end of the school year. A faculty member recommendation and to meet with the principal to discuss serves as the adviser. The Honor Council meets with offenders the desired course and its expectations. Students are of the Honor Code to help them avoid future offenses. This encouraged to pursue a high level of academic rigor, so group does not have the authority to punish. teacher recommendations and a principal interview can weigh heavily in the process. The final decision for entry HONOR ROLL to an honors class rests with the principal. Honor rolls will be published twice and will be based on the final average for each semester. There will be two honor rolls: Expectations of all honors classes include: Principal’s List and Honor Roll.  Honors classes will move at a faster pace. Qualifications are as follows:  Material taught is beyond what is required for the SOL test.  Principal’s List  Information is provided in such a manner to promote o Students must have “A’s” in all courses (includes higher-order thinking. Conduct grade for Middle School students).  Homework expectations are increased.  "A" Honor Roll  Additional reading and projects will be required. o Students must have a grade point average of 3.67 or  Students are required to turn in assignments on time. above with no grade below a “B” in any course (includes Conduct grade for Middle School students).  Students must display a good work ethic, high quality work, and strong study skills.  "B" Honor Roll o Students must have a grade point average of 2.67 or  Individual classes may have further expectations which above with no grade below a “C” in any course will be explained at the beginning of the class. Students not (includes Conduct grade for Middle School students). working to class expectations may be required to transfer to a non-honors class. HONOR GRADUATES In determining valedictorian and salutatorian, all grades of HONOR SOCIETY courses taken for credit (including PE) shall be counted in the Staunton High School has a chapter of the National Honor final averages. The final average will be calculated at the end Society (NHS), an organization established to recognize of the fourth nine weeks in the second term. In order to be outstanding high school students who have demonstrated eligible to be awarded Valedictorian or Salutatorian, a student excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and must have been enrolled at Staunton High School for a Character. In order to be considered for membership, students minimum of 4 semesters. must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 and show evidence of strong leadership, character, and service. The NHS sponsor

45 HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 meets with all juniors and seniors who meet the GPA Students receive report cards four times each year. The last requirement and provides them with an application. report card is mailed home to parents. The dates for issuing report cards are listed on the academic calendar, available at the INCOMPLETE GRADES Staunton City Schools website: www.staunton.k12.va.us Teachers may assign “incomplete” grades in instances where the required assignments have not been submitted due to STUDENT AND PARENT PORTAL unusual but excused circumstances. In such cases, the teacher Use of the Power School Student and Parent Portal is shall assign a deadline for makeup of the work; however, the strongly encouraged. This portal allows parents to log into a work must be completed by the end of the following grading Web site and access current information on their child’s period. Incomplete grades may not be carried over from one progress from the teacher gradebook, including: academic year to another.  Current averages in classes  Grades and/or completion status of individual assignments INTERVENTION/REMEDIATION/ENRICHMENT  Attendance The schedule at Staunton High is designed to include an  Grade History additional “Plus Block” each day to provide support for student Another benefit of the Parent Portal is it gives parents the learning. During this time, students with a current average of ability to change phone numbers and set preferences for the C, D or F in a class remain with their teacher for intervention school division alert system. The Parent Portal is an excellent and remediation. Students who have earned an A or B are also tool for helping parents monitor academic progress. All parents encouraged to return to class for additional help and support or need access to Parent Portal. For more information contact your to make up any missed assignments. For students not requiring student’s school. support, enrichment opportunities and positive incentives are provided during the “Plus Block” time. SCHOOL-WORK TRANSITION OPTIONS (DESIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS) MAKEUP WORK Career Exploration, Mentorships, Cooperative Education The day a student returns to school from being absent, he/she Programs and Student Apprenticeships are practical course should report to each of his/her teachers for makeup work. options for students. These options are available in a variety of Students must bring notes explaining the reasons for any formats to provide students with real-life experiences that will absence. The number of regular school days allowed for the assist them in preparation for life beyond high school. completion of makeup work will equal the number of days absent plus one day, up to a maximum of 10 days. It is the SEQUENTIAL ELECTIVES student’s responsibility to see his/her teachers for makeup work Students seeking Standard and Modified Standard Diplomas as quickly as possible. Assignments made prior to the student’s must earn at least two electives that are sequential. These must absence and due during the absence or on the return date are be two electives in one subject area. See a counselor for further due upon returning to class. Any exception to these policies details. will need the approval of the principal. SHENANDOAH VALLEY GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM (SVGS) The mentorship program is an elective course for students The Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School is a regional who plan to pursue employment in a professional career. The program offered for high school juniors and seniors by program is designed to provide students with an in-depth application. Students attend the school for half day morning orientation to a career and exposure to the supervisory, sessions and return to Staunton High School for afternoon management and decision-making skills needed for the classes. Admission is highly competitive and certain profession. Mentorship opportunities offer placement with prerequisite courses may be required. Courses taken at SVGS executive level positions in business, industry, government and are listed on the transcript with the prefix “GS”. service industries. As an intensified occupational experience The school offers a Science, Technology, Engineering and program, the mentorship does not include the payment of wages Mathematics (STEM) program which involves the study and to the student learner. A minimum of 125 hours each term is application of laboratory-centered and research-based concepts required in addition to the submission of a portfolio of learning of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. SVGS experiences that were encountered during the mentorship also offers an Arts and Humanities Program. This program is training. The mentorship coordinator will provide identification available to juniors and seniors who are gifted, talented, highly of mentorship opportunities, student placement and student motivated artists, performers, and technicians. Concentrations evaluation. include visual arts and theatre arts. Coursework is rigorous with emphasis on integration of disciplines, philosophical and PROGRESS REPORTS & REPORT CARDS theoretical base, and hands-on stage and studio experiences. Parents who sign up for Parent Portal (see next entry) have Students interested in SVGS should consult with their school access to student grades at all times. Students who are not counselor during their 9th grade year to ensure prerequisite making sufficient progress in a specific class will receive a courses can be met. Information about the school is available progress report for that class mid-quarter (after 4 weeks). An in the counseling office or from the secondary differentiation approximate grade will be listed with suggestions for specialist. For more information or for questions or changes improvement.

46 HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 regarding classes or curriculum at Shenandoah Valley physical education shall not be required to repeat these courses. Governor’s School, please contact SVGS directly, Students transferring after the beginning of their senior or 12th www.SVGS.k12.va.us or 540-245-5088. grade year shall be given every opportunity to earn a standard or advanced studies diploma. If it is not possible for the student SPECIAL EDUCATION to meet the requirements for a diploma, Staunton High School Special Education services are provided as indicated on a will attempt to make arrangements for the student’s previous student’s current Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The IEP school to award the diploma. If this arrangement cannot be is developed after a student is found eligible for services. made, a waiver of the verified credit requirements may be available to the student. STANDARD AND VERIFIED CREDITS A standard unit of credit is earned by passing a course with TUTORIAL HELP a minimum of 140 clock hours of instruction. Any student may seek extra help from subject area teachers if A verified unit of credit is earned by passing a course and its the work is too difficult, if the student does not understand the related end-of-course Standards of Learning test where an end- assignment, or if a student has missed assignments and of –course test is required. Students may repeat end-of-course classroom discussion. A conference may be arranged with the tests to earn the verified credits needed for graduation. appropriate teacher before school, after school or at a mutually convenient time. At times a teacher may request that a student STANDARDS OF LEARNING (SOL) TESTS remain after school or come to school early if it is apparent that Designated in the course descriptions in this publication are the student is having difficulty with work. those courses in which a Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test is administered a few weeks before the conclusion of the VERIFIED CREDIT course. SOL tests at the end of certain courses determine A verified credit is earned by passing the course and passing whether the student receives a verified credit, a certain number the accompanying end-of-course SOL test. Re-testing is of which are required for graduation. SOL tests must be taken offered multiple times during the school year. Students who by all students taking the course regardless of the number of need to re-test will be contacted by school staff regarding verified credits a student may need for graduation. Students will required remediation and retesting opportunities. be notified about passing these tests as soon as the scores are The following high school courses have end-of-course SOL available. Students who do not pass SOL tests shall be required tests: to take specific courses or to participate in remediation to ensure  Algebra 1/Algebra I H the skills and content necessary to pass a test needed for  Geometry /Geometry H, graduation. It is imperative that students and parents be aware  Algebra II/Algebra II H of the testing dates, take the tests seriously, and do their best to  Earth Science or Earth Science H obtain passing scores. Counselors can provide more  Biology/Biology H information about Virginia Department of Education-approved  Chemistry/Chemistry H substitute tests for some courses. For a listing of the high school  World Geography courses which have SOL tests, please see VERIFIED CREDIT  World Studies I/World Studies I H in this document.  World Studies II/ World Studies II H Student scores on SOL tests and approved substitute tests are  VA & US History/ AP US History a major factor in determining a school’s accreditation status.  English Reading (administered in Grade 11) SUBJECT LOAD  English Writing (administered in Grade 11) Staunton High School is on a 4x4 block schedule. Students are expected to be enrolled in the equivalent of 4 subjects per VIRTUAL (ONLINE) LEARNING term/8 per year. Variations in the total number of courses may All students must complete an online learning experience. occur due to yearlong courses or enrollment in special Staunton City Schools welcomes the opportunity for secondary programs such as VCTC and the Shenandoah Valley students to take virtual learning courses. There are several Governor’s School. Other deviations from enrollment in a full options available to students for online learning. course load must be approved by the principal. Blended Learning – Courses offering blended learning (a CREDIT TRANSFER combination of classroom/face-to-face and online modules are The record for students transferring into a Virginia school noted in the course descriptions. These courses satisfy the division shall be evaluated to determine the number of credits online learning diploma requirement. previously earned and the number of additional credits required for graduation. Transfer students will be provided the Partnership Program - The counseling office at Staunton High opportunity to take the associated SOL end-of-course tests for School can help students who have difficulty scheduling a courses they have passed. Specified courses normally taken at particular course, wish to take a course not offered at Staunton lower grade levels shall not be required, provided the student High, or to take additional summer courses to find available has completed the courses required at those grade levels by the online options. Staunton City Schools partners with vendors to school division or state from which he or she has transferred. provide high school credit courses for students. All courses Students transferring from states not giving credit for health and need to be approved before enrollment and all fees and

47 HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION 2019-2020 textbooks for these courses are the responsibility of the student. For more information regarding specific courses and fees, please contact your student’s counselor.

Virtual Virginia School Course Program - The Virginia Virtual Advanced Placement School offers online AP and foreign/world language courses to students across the state and nation. Each course contains video segments, audio clips, and whiteboard and online discussions as well as text. Teachers are available for telephone conversations with students throughout the school day and the courses can be scheduled flexibly throughout the school day. In addition to the online time commitment, students are expected to spend 8-12 hours/week outside of school working on Virtual Virginia class work. Students in middle and high schools who meet the prerequisites may enroll through their schools. Students need to meet with their school counselor to enroll in a Virtual Virginia course. There is no tuition charged for Virtual Virginia Courses and textbooks are provided for any student who is participating in the Early College Scholars (ECS) Program. For students not enrolled in the Early College Scholars Program, there is a tuition fee charged for some Virtual Virginia Courses. This fee is based on the composite index of the school division and is approximately $150 per course in Staunton City Schools. For ALL students, there is a $75 withdrawal fee for students who drop a course after 21 calendar days. Any tuition or withdrawal fees are the responsibility of the student.

VALLEY CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER Valley Career & Technical Center (VCTC), located in Fishersville, Virginia, is an integral part of the public school systems of Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro. It provides an extension of curricula for the seven feeder high schools of Buffalo Gap, Fort Defiance, Riverheads, Staunton, Stuarts Draft, Waynesboro, and Wilson Memorial. Through the Center, expanded opportunities are provided for those high school students who elect to apply for enrollment in a VCTC program related to their chosen career objective. The center strives to provide high school students with basic technical skills, knowledge, and techniques for a wide variety of career pathways.

WEIGHTED COURSES Advanced Placement and Dual-Enrollment courses that are taught at Staunton High School are weighted an additional 1.0 grade point per credit. Governor’s School grades will be weighted 1.0 per credit. Honors level courses are weighted an additional 0.5 per credit.

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EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS Pre-requisite: 2 years of sequential art in middle school or a 9th grade art class Honors This course is designed to be a survey and introduction to Honors Program designed for advanced studies students who pottery making. Through the study of the history, techniques have demonstrated outstanding ability and commitment to an and terminology associated with ceramics, students will gain extremely rigorous advanced program of studies. background knowledge and skills for using a variety of pottery techniques. Studio emphasis is on developing good Advanced Placement (AP) craftsmanship using hand building methods and sculptural One-credit college-level courses that require a full year of class techniques to create a variety of forms. Art history and enrollment in order to receive AP credit on the transcript. appreciation will be a part of each unit. There is a $5.00 sketchbook fee required for this course. Dual-Enrollment (DE) Dual-enrollment courses that offer both high school and college Ceramics II 917600 credit (college fees required). Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: Ceramics I + Courses with a required end-of-course SOL test Ceramics II is for students who have successfully completed the ** Courses receiving 1.0 weighted credit Ceramics I course and wish to continue improving hand- * Courses receiving 0.5 weighted credit building skills and creative use of the medium. Advanced techniques in sculpting and decorating will be introduced and students will practice basic wheel throwing techniques. The study of contemporary ceramics will provide motivation for creativity and complement studio work. There is a $5.00 ART sketchbook fee required for this course.

STUDENTS MAY ENROLL IN ONLY ONE ART COURSE Painting 919800 PER TERM Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: None Art/Drawing 919702 The painting course is designed to develop skills and concepts Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit in painting. Watercolor and acrylic paints will be the mediums Pre-requisite: None used in creating landscapes, still life, and fantasy paintings. Art Students will explore the elements and principles of design history and appreciation will be a part of each unit and also through a variety of drawing media including pencil, charcoal, taught as separate units when necessary. There is a $5.00 pastel, scratch board, colored pencil, and pen and ink. Primary sketchbook fee required for this course. objectives are to improve seeing and drawing skills and to increase knowledge and awareness of a variety of artists and art Honors Studio Art* 914501 styles. The visual vocabulary is stressed, and art history and Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit background are a part of each unit. Students need not be Pre-requisite: Two art classes and/or teacher "talented" in drawing but should have a strong desire to learn recommendation drawing techniques (thus improving drawing skills) and to Honors Studio Art is designed especially for the serious art study other artists and art works so as to develop their own student and those students who have successfully completed at individual drawing style. There is a $5.00 sketchbook fee least two art classes and may plan to pursue art as a career. This required for this course. course is studio work with greater time allotted for independent study and research. Critiques are a major responsibility of the Craft Design I 916000 Honors Studio Art student. Students should have a specific area Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit of interest, and they are encouraged to exhibit their work Pre-requisite: None whenever possible. Art portfolios for college or scholarship Students will explore the relationship between traditional and competitions are developed by students enrolled in Honors contemporary crafts as they learn about and create crafts Studio Art. originating from all part of the world. Students will analyze and apply design elements and principles while creating decorative Adaptive Art 9197SP and utilitarian crafts from a variety of media, such as paper, Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit plaster, metal, paint, fiber, and glass. Art history and Pre-requisite: None appreciation are a part of each unit. There is a $5.00 sketchbook Adapted art programs are those that have the same objectives fee required for this course. as the regular art courses, but in which adjustments are made in the regular offerings to meet the needs and abilities of Ceramics 917500 exceptional students. The Adaptive Art curriculum is designed Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit to encourage students to experience the joy of visual creation and self-expression through art. Differentiation of instruction and assessment will accommodate a wide range of student

49 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 backgrounds and learning styles. Students will use a variety of Computer Information media (such as paint and clay) to create artwork. Systems (CIS) 661210 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Additional Art courses are also available through admission Pre-requisite: None to SVGS or online through Virtual Virginia. Please see the Students apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations SVGS or Virtual Virginia section of this guide and/or your through word processing, spreadsheets, databases, multimedia counselor. presentations, and integrated software activities. Students work individually and in groups to explore computer concepts, operating systems, networks, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. Classroom experiences also provide for CAREER & skill development in communications. In addition, students are able to earn certification such as the Microsoft Office Specialist, and gain skills sought by employers as they complete TECHNICAL the Microsoft Imagine coursework and pass industry- recognized certification exams.

EDUCATION Industry Certifications available: Microsoft Office Specialist * and Workplace Readiness Skills

ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO, TECH & COMMUNICATION Advanced Computer Information Systems 661310 AP Computer Science Principles TBD Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Grades: 10-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: Grade of C or better in CIS (661210) Student Prerequisites: Programming Students apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through advanced integrated software applications, including AP Computer Science Principles addresses the big ideas and printed, electronic, and Web publications. Students work computational practices of computer science with students individually and in groups to explore advanced computer utilizing Scratch and Processing languages for maintenance activities, Web site development, programming, programming. Course lessons focus on computer science networking, emerging technology, and employability skills. applications through project-based, inquiry-based, and collaborative learning. Through this collaborative, learner- Industry Certifications available: Microsoft Office Specialist centered approach, students are encouraged to explore the and Workplace Readiness Skills advantages and societal impact of computational technology while developing their own programming and computational Design, Multimedia & thinking skills. This course is part of the Computer Science Web Technologies 663000 Career Pathway which offers Cloud Technology I and Cloud Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Technology II in succession. Pre-requisite: None Students develop proficiency in creating desktop publications, Cloud Technologies I 982605 multimedia presentations/projects, and Web sites using Cloud Technologies II 982606 industry standard application software. Students will Grades 11-12 1 Computer/CTE credit each incorporate journalistic principles in design and layout of Based on Computer Science Foundations, Principles, Programming publications and projects. Students work with sophisticated Pre-requisite: AP Computer Science Principles hardware and software to develop websites and multimedia Become a cloud professional! Students will be introduced to presentations. cloud computing technologies used by Amazon Web Services (AWS) to enhance business operations. The self-paced, online Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills AWS Educate curriculum provides students with options to and Microsoft Office Specialist explore a variety of cloud careers. Topics include Cloud Basics, Application Development, Solutions Architecture, and Cloud Programming 664040 Support. Upon successful completion of this course students Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit will have the opportunity to enroll in the Amazon Cloud Pre-requisite: None Practitioner Course which can lead to the AWS Cloud Students explore computer concepts, apply logic procedures, Practitioner Certification, an industry-recognized credential. and implement programming procedures with one or text-based languages, such as Python. Graphical User Interfaces, such as Industry Certifications available: AWS Cloud Practitioner Scratch, will be used as students design and develop interactive (Upon completion of career pathway) multimedia applications. In addition, HTML and JavaScript will be employed to create Web pages.

Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Mentorship 909700 Introduction to Business DE** BUS100 Grade 12 1 Elective credit Grades 11-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: Student must submit application and have a Pre-requisite: Dual Enrollment requirements minimum 2.8 GPA This class is offered for dual-enrollment through BRCC. This The Mentorship Program offers students the opportunity to class provides an introduction to how business functions within participate in real-life, hands-on experiences in a career area of the U.S. economy. Also discussed are economic systems, interest. Students selected for the program must demonstrate essential elements of business organization, manufacturing, good work habits and a sense of responsibility evidenced by human resource management, and marketing, finance, and risk grades and attendance records. In addition, students must management. present a reference from a selected teacher. Mentorship opportunities offer placements in business, industry, Industry Certifications available: W!SE Financial Literacy government, and service organizations. As an internship, the and Workplace Readiness Skills Mentorship Program does not include the payment of wages. A minimum of 125 hours each term is required in addition to the Principles of Global Business 611500 submission of a portfolio of learning experiences that were Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit encountered during the mentorship training. Students are Formerly Principles of Business and Marketing responsible for own transportation. Pre-requisite: None Students discover the roles of business and marketing in the free Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills enterprise system and the global economy. Basic financial concepts of banking, insurance, credit, inheritance, taxation, FINANCE and investments are investigated to provide a strong background as students prepare to make sound decisions as Economics and Personal Finance 612000 consumers, wage earners, and citizens. The real-world impact Grades 9-12 1 credit of technology, effective communication, and interpersonal Pre-requisite: None skills is evident throughout the course This is a required course for graduation. The course Industry Certifications available: W!SE Financial Literacy includes blended virtual learning to meet the virtual and Workplace Readiness Skills course requirement for a diploma. Students will evaluate the impact of fundamental principles of Medical Systems Administration 673001 economics on personal finances; analyze how career choice, Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit education and skills affect income and goal attainment; and Pre-requisite: None develop a spending plan for personal money management. Students wishing to gain employment in the health care field may take this course to learn how to use medical terminology Industry Certifications available: W!SE Financial Literacy and apply administrative procedures necessary to be productive and Workplace Readiness Skills employees in a health care environment. Students will learn how to manage office activities, enhance communication skills, Economics and Personal Finance Honors* 6120H0 identify legal and ethical issues in health care practices, manage Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit financial functions, and enhance employable skills. Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements This is an Honors version of the required course for Industry Certifications available: Microsoft Office Specialist graduation. The course includes blended virtual learning to (MOS) Exams, Workplace Readiness Skills meet the virtual course requirement for a diploma. Students will evaluate the impact of fundamental principles of COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS economics on personal finances; analyze how career choice, education and skills affect income and goal attainment; and Exploring Careers 907102 develop a spending plan for personal money management. Grade 11 1 Elective credit Economic events will be evaluated for cause and effect at Pre-requisite: None. individual, local, national, and international levels. Challenging Recommended for students who want to pursue a lectures with analytical discussions will enhance critical Mentorship senior year. thinking and problem solving abilities. Service Learning consists of an in-depth study of career clusters through a variety of investigative activities. Students observe, Industry Certifications available: W!SE Financial Literacy and analyze, and report on the demand for workers, worker Workplace Readiness Skills qualifications, organizational structures, quality control measures, selected policies and regulations, ethical issues, and rewards of work. Students analyze career assessment results, compare various educational options, and develop or revise a plan related to their academic and career-related goals.

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EDUCATION & TRAINING HUMAN SERVICES Child Development & Parenting 823200 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Independent Living 821900 Pre-requisite: None Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Students enrolled in Child Development and Parenting focus on Pre-requisite: None balancing work and family; analyzing parenting roles and This course allows students to explore successful strategies for responsibilities; ensuring a healthy start for mother and child; living independently by actively participating in practical evaluating support systems that provide services for parents; problem solving focusing on relating to others, applying and evaluating parenting practices that maximize human financial literacy, managing resources in the areas of apparel, growth and development. nutrition and wellness, and housing using leadership skills to reach individual goals planning for careers making consumer Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills choices in a global environment.

Introduction to Early Childhood Education 823300 Industry Certifications available: Broad Field Family and Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Consumer Sciences Examination, College and Work Readiness Pre-requisite: None Assessment, Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Students are introduced to early childhood education careers opportunities and explore topics of child development, safe and Intro to Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation 825900 healthy environments for children, and developmentally Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit appropriate practice that supports child development. Students enrolled in Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation will focus on developing professional skills and Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills using emerging technologies to prepare for employment in this global industry, rich in diverse career opportunities. The Early Childhood Education & Services I 828500 program includes instruction in the industries of lodging, food, Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit and beverage; travel and tourism; and recreation and fitness. Pre-requisite: Earn a grade of C or higher in Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Services Industry Certifications available: Recreation, Amusements, Students enrolled in this class will build a deeper understanding and Attractions Assessment; Restaurant, Food and Beverage of child development and education. This course prepares Services Assessment; Skills, Tasks, and Results Training students for careers in home-, family-, or institution-based child (START) Certification Exam; Certified Front Desk care services by focusing on the planning, organizing, and Representative; Certified Guest Service Professional; conducting of meaningful play and learning activities through Workplace Readiness Skills development of effective lesson planning. Students will also increase skills in child monitoring and supervision, record Nutrition & Wellness 822900 keeping, and referral procedures. Practical experiences in an Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit educational classroom setting under supervision of the Pre-requisite: None instructor are required. Students also prepare for continuing This course focuses on making choices that promote wellness education leading to careers in early childhood fields (e.g. and good health. The course explores the relationships between medical, social services, and education) psychological and social needs and food choices; a detailed study of nutrition; choosing foods that promote wellness, Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills physical fitness and exercise; planning, buying, storing, preparing, and serving nutritious snacks; selecting and using Early Childhood Education & Services II 828600 equipment for food preparation, and identifying strategies to Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit promote optimal nutrition and wellness of society. Some of the Pre-requisite: Earn a grade of C or higher in Introduction to special projects include analyzing your diet by computer Early Childhood Education and Services I programs, nutritional projects, fitness projects, and examining Students enrolled in this class will focus on occupational skills various diets and health concerns. Food labs will be a needed to be employed in early childhood-related fields. requirement as the students learn to prepare healthy foods. Practical experiences in an educational classroom setting under Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills supervision of the instructor required. Students will participate and Broad Field in independent learning activities and projects. Sports Medicine I 766000 Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills Grades 11-12 2 Elective credits and Early Childhood Education and Care, Basic (Nocti). Can Pre-requisite: Application also prepare for future Child Development Associate. Sports Medicine is an introductory class that will introduce the high school student to the field of sports medicine and athletic training. Students study the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal and muscular systems, kinesiology, and CPR, as they relate to the care and prevention of athletic injuries. Students

52 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 learn and practice taping techniques and emergency medical Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth care for athletes, and investigate and study liability for athletics. Examination.

Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills Engineering Drawing and Design 843600/DE** Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Sports Medicine II 766200 Pre-requisite: Applied Engineering I Grades 11-12 2 Elective credit Students continue learning more complex product design, Pre-requisite: Sports Medicine I with teacher technical illustration, assembly, patent, and aeronautical recommendation drawings. They increase their understanding of drawing Sports Medicine II will build on concepts learned in Sports techniques learned in the prerequisite course and expand their Medicine I with a more in-depth focus on the assessment of ability to draw in 3-Dimensions. Students use computers, CAD athletic injuries, emergency procedures, and therapeutic programs, calculators, and descriptive geometry and adhere to modalities. In addition, students will become more familiar established standards to solve design problems. Students also with current issues in the field of Sports Medicine, as well as build and test several projects that are designed in 3-D. This learn more practical applications for preventing and treating class can also be taken for Dual-Enrollment credit. Students athletic injuries. Career opportunities related to this field are must meet BRCC admissions requirements. physical therapist, athletic trainer, physician, exercise physiologist, nurse, physical therapy assistant, physician’s Industry Certifications available: AutoCAD; Autodesk assistant, kinesiologist, emergency medical technician and Certified User; Workplace Readiness Skills paramedic. Architectural Drawing & Design 843700/DE** Industry Certifications available: Certified Personal Trainer Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: Applied Engineering I SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & Students learn the principles of architecture and increase MATHEMATICS understanding of working drawings and construction techniques learned in the prerequisite course. Experiences Applied Engineering I 843900 include residential and commercial building designs, rendering, Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit model making, structural details, and community planning. Pre-requisite: None Students use computer-aided drawing and design (CAD) Students use 3-D computer modeling software as they learn the equipment and established standards or codes to prepare models engineering-design process and solve design problems for for presentation. The course provides information helpful for which they develop, analyze, and create product models. the homeowner and is especially beneficial to the future Students study the engineering design process as they apply architect, interior designer, or home builder. This class can also math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. be taken for Dual-Enrollment credit. Students must meet This foundational course is based on curriculum developed by BRCC admissions requirements. Project Lead the Way (PLTW). Industry Certifications available: CAD Assessment, College Industry Certifications available: AutoCAD; Autodesk and Work Readiness Assessment (CWRA+), National Career Certified User; Workplace Readiness Skills Readiness Assessment, Project Lead the Way Examination, Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Digital Visualization 845900 Examination. Grades 9-12 1 Elective Credit Pre-requisite: None Applied Engineering II 844100 Students will learn computer animation by using graphics and Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit design concepts. Students will create a variety of animations Pre-requisite: Applied Engineering I using real-world applications and are introduced to interactive Students continue to explore the engineering profession and the and 3-D animation software. Students solve problems involving fundamental aspects of engineering problem solving. Students 3-D object manipulation, storyboarding, texturing/mapping, study the historical and current impacts of engineering on lighting concepts, and environmental geometry. society, including ethical implications. Because students will be applying mathematical and scientific concepts to develop a Industry Certifications available: Workplace Readiness Skills deeper understanding of fundamental engineering topics such as mechanics and electrical theory, a solid background in Imaging Technology 845500 algebra is highly recommended. This foundational course is Grades 9-12 1 Elective Credit based on curriculum developed by Project Lead the Way Pre-requisite: None (PLTW). Imaging Technology introduces students to the basic principles of photography while providing a strong emphasis on digital Industry Certifications available: CAD Assessment, College imaging. Students study the development of photography as a and Work Readiness Assessment (CWRA+), National Career way of communication and its evolution into the digital realm. Readiness Assessment, Project Lead the Way Examination, Students learn to use image-editing software to manipulate

53 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 digital images. Production of a portfolio showcasing examples Reading/Writing SOL tests or teacher recommendation of original student work is included. English 9 emphasizes foundational knowledge of grammar, mechanics and the writing process at the sentence, paragraph, Industry Certifications Available: Workplace Readiness Skills and essay, as well as technical writing. Literature study will focus on the genres: short story, novel, nonfiction, drama, and Additional Career & Technical Education courses are also poetry. Vocabulary study is designed to increase students’ available through admission to Valley Career and working vocabulary through the acquisition of new words, the Technical Center. Please see the Valley Career and knowledge of word parts, and the use of context clues. Technical Center section of this guide and/or your counselor. Independent reading is required. Students will use research throughout the semester, citing sources using MLA format.

English 9 Honors* 1130H0 Grade 9 1 English credit ENGLISH Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and pre-course reading assignments English 9 Honors is an accelerated English class. Writing The mission of Staunton City School’s English Department instruction will include expository, analytical, persuasive, and is to provide each student opportunities to explore values and technical writing, as well as advanced topics of grammar and life problems through literature and composition study. Our mechanics. MLA format will be studied and utilized in the objective is to prepare the student for future employment and course. Literature study will focus on literature of higher education. The English curriculum incorporates SOLs merit. Vocabulary study is designed to increase vocabulary, and college and career readiness objectives. Regardless of the preparing students for the PSAT. Rigorous outside reading is a level of instruction taken, the student should read broadly, write requirement of the class. often, make contributions to enrich the classroom presentations, and seek assignments which go beyond the expected. Electives English 10 114010 are offered in the departmental program to enrich the literature Grade 10 1 English credit and composition experience. Remediation is offered as needed Pre-requisite: English 9 in order to enhance reading, comprehension, and composition English 10 concentrates on composition, particularly the skills. persuasive essay and the appropriate use of counterclaims. Literature study emphasizes works from various cultures. STUDENTS MUST ENROLL IN ONE ENGLISH COURSE Special units from world literature may include drama, the short EVERY YEAR 9-12. story, poetry, non-fiction, and the novel. Research skills are stressed and may include a research project. Fundamentals of ENGLISH 12 and VA & US GOVERNMENT are taken grammar and vocabulary are stressed. during separate semesters. English 10 Honors* 1140H0 Developmental Reading & Writing 118100 Grade 10 1 English credit Grade 9 2 Elective credits Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and pre-course Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation reading assignments This is a year-long class designed for students who need English 10 Honors takes a thematic approach to world specialized work in reading and writing. The class emphasizes literature, including works from various cultures. In addition to reading and writing skills and provides students with additional reading various representative novels, students will study practice and support in these areas, prior to the taking of English drama, poetry, and short stories. Analytical and creative 9. responses to the literature will be stressed in composition and discussion. Students will extend vocabulary development and Year-long English 9 11300Y focus on grammar study. Rigorous outside reading and writing Grade 9 1 English credit is a requirement of the course. Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation 1 Elective credit This year-long class is designed for students entering high English 11+ 115011 school who need additional support in Language Arts. An Grade 11 1 English credit emphasis will be placed on critical reading, vocabulary Pre-requisite: English 10 development, grammar study, and writing composition while English 11 consists of a survey of American literature with completing the requirements of English 9. Readings will readings from early American writes to contemporary authors, consist of short stories, novels, poetry, drama, and non-fiction. including poetry, short stories, drama, novels, and non-fiction. Independent reading is required. This course includes a study of basic grammatical usage, vocabulary development, and a systematic extension of skills in English 9 113009 sentence structure. Composition emphasizes persuasion with Grade 9 1 English credit careful attention to organization, counterclaims, and evidence. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Grade 8

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Students will take the End-of-Course Writing and Reading Students will present information studied within collaborative SOLs during this course. groups to convey knowledge to peers. Using nonfiction texts, students will analyze, and synthesize information. Students will English 11 Honors+* 1150H0 use technology to create, organize and display knowledge. Grade 11 1 English credit Writing products will include the production of informational Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and pre-course and argumentative writings. The students will also produce a reading assignments well-documented research product, following ethical and legal English 11 Honors consists of a thematic approach 10 American guidelines which will require organizational skills to plan and literature with readings from early American writes to present in an effective oral presentation. Students will also contemporary authors, including poetry, short stories, drama, demonstrate knowledge of grammatical conventions and novels, and non-fiction. Students will extend their knowledge develop vocabulary skills. Independent reading and canonical of grammatical usage, vocabulary development, and a literature is required throughout the course with documentation, systematic extension of skills in sentence structure. and students will generate products which explore literary Composition emphasizes persuasion with careful attention to elements and analyze the author’s purpose and theme. organization, counterclaims, and evidence. Students will take the End-of-Course Writing and Reading SOLs during this AP English 12** 119500 course. Rigorous outside reading and writing is a requirement Grade 12 1 English credit of the course. Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements The Advanced Placement English course is designed to enable AP English 11+** 119600 students to appreciate and analyze works of literary merit and Grade 11 1 English credit also provide them an academic rigor equal to a full-year, Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements introductory college course. Through study of drama, prose, The Advanced Placement English Language and Composition and poetry selections, students evaluate language and style. course is designed to enable students to analyze and evaluate Students are expected to take the Advanced Placement works of literary merit and also provide them an academic rigor Examination in Literature and Composition that is given in equal to a full-year, introductory college course. Through the May. A student's score may earn him or her college credit study of essays, journalistic writings, biographies, and other accelerated placement. nonfiction writing selections, students evaluate an author’s use of language and style. The course focuses heavily on ENG 111** / 112** 1150DE / 1160DE developing argumentative and analytical writing at the college College Composition 6 College credits level. Students are expected to take the Advanced Placement Grade 11 or 12 1 English credit Examination in Language and Composition in May for possible Pre-requisite: Dual Enrollment program requirements. college credit. AP English 11 is paired with AP U.S. History for To continue with College Composition and move forward into one block year long. This course has two state required end- English 112, student must successfully complete English 11 of-course Standards of Learning tests: Reading and with a grade of C or better. Writing. Advanced Composition incorporates Blue Ridge Community English 12 116012 College's English 111 and English 112 with the following Grade 12 1 English credit objectives: English 111 introduces students to critical thinking Pre-requisite: English 11 and the fundamentals of academic writing. Writing activities English 12 examines British literature readings including may include exposition and argumentation with one researched poetry, short stories, drama, and novel excerpts for study. Using essay. English 112 continues to develop college writing with nonfiction texts, students will analyze, and synthesize increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, literature, information. Writings will include the production of and research, developing these competencies through the informational and argumentative writings. The students will examination of a range of texts about the human experience. also produce a well-documented research product, following When taken in the 11th grade year, this course awards one high ethical and legal guidelines which will require organizational school English 11 honors credit and six college credits. When skills to plan and present in an oral presentation. Students will taken in the 12th grade year, this course awards one high school also demonstrate knowledge of grammatical conventions and English 12 honors credit and six college credits. develop vocabulary skills. Independent reading is required throughout the course with documentation, and students will Practice and Preparation for the SAT 116100 generate products which explore literary elements used within Grade 11 1 Elective credit the text. Pre-requisite: None This is a PASS / FAIL course. English 12 Honors* 1160H0 This class is designed for college-bound juniors who are Grade 12 1 English credit looking to practice the skills necessary to succeed on the SAT. Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and pre-course The class will be broken into English and math components. reading assignments The English portion of the class will focus on grammar, English 12 Honors analyzes British literature readings mechanics, critical reading, and vocabulary. The math portion including poetry, short stories, drama, and novels asking of the class will focus on equations and expressions, geometry, students to generate literary analyses with textual support. graphs, and statistics. Testing strategies will be emphasized.

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Creative Writing 117100 English Enrichment 151500 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisites: Teacher recommendation This course is offered as an elective for students enrolled in This course involves reading and writing support. The grades 9-12. This course cannot be used to fulfill a regular curriculum is designed in accordance with the Virginia English requirement. The objectives of this course are to Standards of Learning in order to assist students to pass the stimulate student imagination, to teach the power and magic of English 11 SOL Tests. words, and to develop the discipline and control that good writing requires. Literary forms to be studied include the essay, Additional English courses are also available through the poem, the script, and the short story. admission to Shenandoah Valley Governor's School or online through Virtual Virginia. Please see the Advanced Creative Writing 1515001 Shenandoah Valley Governor's School or Virtual Virginia Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit section of this guide and/or your counselor. Pre-requisite: Creative writing course (either traditional or online) The advanced creative writing course is a year -long independent study that allows students to focus on one INSTRUMENTAL particular aspect of creative writing. Students will complete an independent writing project as stated by a teacher-student MUSIC, CHORAL contract. Students will meet with the instructor regularly for conferencing. Students will be expected to show a continuous evolution of their writing project using various resources, MUSIC & published works, and revision strategies. PERFORMING ARTS Mass Communications 121505 Grades 11-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: Students must complete application and have Band 923402 a teacher recommendation. Grade 9 1 Elective credit Students will receive an introduction to the history and Pre-requisite: Middle School Band applications of mass media in today’s society, along with the In this course students develop their foundation of performance ethical principles that guide those who are involved in and music theory. Students learn and practice notes, rhythms, communicating information to consumers. Skills in desktop and concepts that are part of the standards for high school publishing, layout, design, digital photography, editing, and instrumental music. Completion of middle school band is a journalist writing will be required and developed. Students will prerequisite to enrolling in this course. A $15.00 uniform create and produce the school newspaper, the yearbook, and maintenance fee is required for participation in band. (This is a maintain the media website. Students will use advanced skills year-long course that alternates days with another 9th-grade in videography, editing, and writing to produce the school news course.) broadcast. Out-of-class responsibilities may be required. Concert & Symphonic Band 923301/923404 Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit English Senior Seminar 117600 Pre-requisite: Previous band Grade 12 1 English credit Concert Band is open to any student who has completed middle Pre-requisite: Successful completion of English 11 writing school band. Students are selected for Symphonic Band based and reading SOL tests on an audition that is held in the spring of the previous school This capstone course emphasizes Virginia’s College and year. A $15 uniform maintenance fee is required for Career Ready English Performance Expectations which participation in band. (Concert and Symphonic Band are year- contain high-interest contextualized content designed to give long courses that alternate days with another course.) certain students an additional boost for competent and [Note: At course registration students will register for “Band”. successful entry into college and careers. The course will add Specific band sections will be applied to student schedules after to students’ preparation for critical reading, college and the spring auditions.] workplace writing, and career-ready communications by enhancing skills in reading, the writing process, and creation of Jazz Band 925000 effective texts, and effective communications. Writing Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit activities will include expository, persuasive, and Pre-requisite: Audition argumentative texts. Modern literature will be used for critical This course offers instrumental jazz instruction to students in reading and writing. grades 10 to 12. This is a multi-level ensemble designed to enhance the student's understanding, appreciation, and performance of jazz. Students enrolling in Jazz Band must have auditioned and been selected by the director. Jazz Band is

56 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 divided into six terms giving the student the opportunity to earn AP Music Theory 922600 as many as six credits (1 class each term). Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: teacher recommendation and completion of Beginning Chorus 926000 summer assignment Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit AP Music Theory corresponds to two semesters of a typical Pre-requisite: None introductory college music theory course covering topics such This course is designed to teach the basics in music theory, ear- as musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures. training, reading music, sight-singing, vocal technique and Students develop the ability to recognize, understand, and concert etiquette. The chorus performs in two formal concerts describe basic materials and processes of music that are heard per year, winter and spring, and appropriate events as scheduled or presented in a score. Development of aural skills is a primary by the director. objective. Students understand basic concepts and terminology by listening to and performing a wide variety of music. Concert Choir 928503 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Theatre 141000 Pre-requisite: Beginning Chorus with recommendation or Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit audition Pre-requisite: None This is a group of choral students who have demonstrated Pre-requisites, none knowledge of basic music theory and vocal technique and apply Theatre is an introductory course intended to familiarize and that knowledge in their participation. The course is designed to make students comfortable with all aspects of performance and build upon basic singing techniques, sight-reading skills and public speaking. In this class, students will be trained in vocal music theory concepts. The group performs in formal concerts techniques involving projection, articulation, tempo and twice per year (winter and spring) and also performs for the variation. Student will also participate in movement workshops graduation ceremony. Additional performances in the designed to enhance physical communication and creativity. community may be scheduled at the director’s discretion. This is a performance-based class, but there will also be theater Attendance is required at all performances. history, play readings and basic stagecraft incorporated in the curriculum. Chamber Singers 928901 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Advanced Acting 142000 Pre-requisite: Audition Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit This is a select group of choral students who have demonstrated Pre-requisite: Theatre or permission of instructor knowledge of basic music theory and vocal technique on an Advanced Acting is intended for the student who wishes to advanced level. This group is primarily focused on cappella develop further as an actor. The course offers classes in both music, with advanced studies in vocal techniques, sight-reading Classical and Modern techniques, determined at the discretion skills, and music theory concepts. The group performs in formal of the instructor. Classical training involves the actor drawing concerts twice per year (winter and spring), the graduation technique and direction from the text, with a strong focus on the ceremony, and other community performances. Attendance is works of Shakespeare. Modern training makes use of required at all performances. A $5 uniform maintenance fee is techniques of great teachers of the 20th century, such as required for participation in chamber singers. Meisner, Chekhov, Adler and Stanislavsky. Both classes Treble Choir 928000 require a strong commitment and professionalism from the Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit students. Students enrolling in this course are expected to Pre-requisite: Audition already possess a solid foundation in theatrical performance This is a group of treble-voice students who have demonstrated knowledge of basic music theory and vocal technique and apply Theater Arts - Design & Production 142300 that knowledge in their participation. The course is designed to Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit build upon basic singing techniques, sight-reading skills, and Pre-requisite: Theatre, or permission of instructor. music theory concepts. The group performs in formal concerts This course focuses on the design and production elements of twice per year (winter and spring) and also performs for the theatre. Students in this course will study, develop and produce graduation ceremony. Additional community performances scenic, lighting, costume, prop, and sound design, as well as may be scheduled at the director’s discretion. Attendance is learn the elements of stage managing. Technical theater training required at all performances. in construction, electronics, and audio will also be a part of the course. Students who repeat the course may choose to Guitar I / Guitar II 924500 / 924700 specialize in particular Design and Production fields. In Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit addition, students will be required to design, execute and run This course is for guitar students of all levels. Beginning various designs for the other Theater class performances. students will learn basic guitar technique and chords. More advanced students will focus on songwriting and accompaniment. All guitar students will learn both tablature and music notation. Students must either provide their own instrument or pay a $10.00 fee for a school instrument.

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Theater Arts - Directing semester sequence, students have additional time to develop the & Playwriting 144000 algebraic skills needed to succeed in higher mathematics. The Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills Pre-requisite: Theatre, or permission of instructor and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. This course is designed as an intensive immersion into the The active engagement of students along with the use of process of writing plays for the stage as well as realizing a script manipulatives and technology, particularly graphing for performance. Students in this class will write their own calculators, will allow students to develop an understanding of works, with a focus on monologues, short scenes and full one- the mathematical principles they are learning. Students must act plays. They will study plot construction, character arcs, pass this course before moving to Algebra I - Part 2. dramatic themes and how to translate writing to physical act ion on stage. In addition, the students will direct each other's work Algebra I – Part 2 313200 to understand how a play can be interpreted and transformed Grades 9-12 1Math credit onstage. The two parts will constantly work in tandem, The main objectives of this course are solving linear equations collaborating and expanding possibilities. There will also be a and inequalities, graphing linear functions, and factoring strong focus on Theatre History, particularly on how plays were polynomials. Students will learn to use algebra as a tool for written and staged over time. This course is intended for serious representing and solving a variety of practical problems. theatre students or writers. Tables, graphs, and statistics will be used to analyze functions and interpret data. Graphing calculators, computers, and other Additional courses in the Arts are also available through appropriate technology tools will be used to enhance the admission to SVGS or online through Virtual Virginia. understanding of functions. Please see the SVGS or Virtual Virginia section of this guide and/or your counselor. Algebra I Semester Long 313000 Grade 9-12 1 Math credit Pre-requisite: Retaking Algebra I – Part 2 This course is designed to continue the skills and understanding of algebraic concepts including operations with real numbers, MATHEMATICS polynomials, and functions and factoring. Students will solve first-degree equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, and systems of equations. Tables and graphs will be used to IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT STUDENTS TAKE A interpret algebraic expressions, equations, and inequalities and MATHEMATICS COURSE EVERY YEAR 9-12. to analyze behaviors of functions. Graphing calculators, computers, and other technology tools will be used to assist in Students today require stronger mathematical knowledge and teaching and learning. Students will take the Algebra SOL test skills to pursue higher education, to compete in a at the end of the semester. technologically oriented workforce, and to be informed Students enrolled in this class will be required to take the citizens. To ensure realistic placement based upon skills, the Algebra I SOL end-of-course test. math department has established prerequisites for each course. Prerequisites must be met before enrolling in a course. Geometry+ 314305 Grade 9-12 1 Math credit In mathematics classes with an end-of-course SOL test, Pre-requisite: Must pass Algebra I and either pass the students must pass the end-of-course SOL test before Algebra I SOL or have a teacher recommendation. automatically moving to the next level. If a student does not This semester course covers plane, solid, and analytical pass the SOL test then he/she must participate in a minimum of geometries using Euclid’s postulates. Logical reasoning with ten hours of remediation and receive a teacher recommendation emphasis on deductive proofs, algebra applications and before being placed at the next level. constructions are included. Upon successful completion, a student will earn 1 math credit. Computer Math TBD Grades 9-12 1 Math credit Geometry Honors+* 3143H0 Pre-requisites: None Grade 9-12 1 Math credit Computer mathematics provides students with experiences in Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements workplace computer applications, personal finance, essential The semester Honors Geometry course contains the standard algebra skills necessary for college mathematics, and computer topics in geometry, but with extra emphasis on discovering, programming techniques and skills. Students solve problems utilizing and explaining geometric concepts through extensive that can be set up as mathematical models. Students develop constructions, proofs, and real-life applications. The students and refine skills in logic and organization. are challenged to make conjectures on their own, participate in mathematical theory discussions and work in teams to dissect Algebra I – Part 1 313100 complex group problems. Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Algebra I - Part 1 is the first semester course of a two-semester algebra sequence covering the topics for Algebra I. In this two

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college credit, students are expected to take the advanced Algebra Functions & Data Analysis 313400 placement examination in May. Grade 9-12 1 Math credit Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation Pre-Calculus Honors* 3162H0 This course is designed for students who have successfully Grades 10-12 1 Math credit completed the standards for Algebra I. Within the context of Pre-requisites: Must have a 90 or better in Algebra II and mathematical modeling and data analysis, students will study pass SOL for Algebra II with a 450 or better. Student must functions and their behaviors, systems of inequalities, meet Honors Program Requirements. probability, normal distribution, and analysis of data. Data will Pre-Calculus is a study of functions, sequences and series, polar be generated by practical applications arising from science, equations, trig, and analytic geometry. The graphing calculator business, and finance. Students will solve problems that require will be used to investigate and enhance the understanding of the formulation of linear, quadratic, exponential, or logarithmic realistic applications. equations or a system of equations. MATH 163** & 164** MTH163 Algebra II+ 313500 College Pre-Calculus 6 College credits Grade 9-12 1 Math credit Grades 11-12 1 Math credit Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation Pre-requisite: Student must be 16 years of age; 90 or better in This semester course provides a thorough treatment of Algebra II; must meet the BRCC Dual Enrollment advanced algebraic concepts through the study of functions, requirements. families of functions, equations, inequalities, systems of This class is offered for dual-enrollment through BRCC (BRCC equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational expressions, 163 & 164). Students will participate in the study of functions, complex numbers, matrices, and sequence and series. Emphasis sequences and series, polar equations, matrices, and analytic will be placed on practical applications and modeling geometry. The graphing calculator will be used to investigate throughout the course of study. and enhance the understanding of realistic applications. To continue with College Pre-Calculus and move forward into Algebra II Honors+* 3135H0 Math 164 students must successfully complete Math 163 with Grade 9-12 1 Math credit a grade of C or better. Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements The semester Honors Algebra II course is a fast paced course MATH173** & 174** MTH173 covering the concepts of Algebra II at a more in-depth level. It College Calculus 6 College credits is meant to provide the foundation for students to pursue Pre- Grades 11-12 1 Math credit Calculus and AP Calculus. Pre-requisite: Student must be 16 years of age; 90 or better in Algebra II; must meet the BRCC Dual Enrollment Trigonometry/Algebra III 315000 requirements. Grade 11-12 1 Math credit This class is offered for dual-enrollment through BRCC (BRCC Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Algebra II 173 & 174). The purpose of the course is to prepare the student Trigonometry/Algebra III reviews and extends the concepts for advanced placement in college calculus. Topics include taught in Algebra II and Geometry. It includes topics that cover mathematical foundation for calculus, functions, limits and trigonometric functions and their relationships by the circular continuity, differentiation with applications, and integration and the triangular approaches. This course is an excellent with applications. To continue with College Pre-Calculus and preparation for the SAT. move forward into Math 174 students must successfully complete Math 173 with a grade of C or better. Probability & Statistics 319000 Grades 11-12 1 Math credit Math Enrichment 319905 Pre-requisites: Algebra II Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit The purpose of this course is to present concepts and techniques Pre-requisites: Teacher recommendation for collecting and analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and This course involves mathematics support. The curriculum is making predictions. A graphing calculator is used in this course. designed in accordance with the Virginia Standards of Learning in order to assist students to pass math SOL Tests. AP Statistics** 319200 Grades 11-12 1 Math credit Additional Mathematics courses are also available through Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements admission to SVGS or online through Virtual Virginia. Topics in this course include techniques for collecting and Please see the SVGS or Virtual Virginia section of this guide analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and making and/or your counselor. predictions. Students will use mathematical skills, symbols, and vocabulary to read and communicate about statistics. The class will be taught at a college level in an interactive manner with extensive involvement and group work. To receive an AP designation on their transcript and to receive possible

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identify and discuss the advantages of a balanced, nutritionally complete diet and identify appropriate strategies for methods for gaining, losing or maintaining weight. (Students will only PHYSICAL be allowed to take weight training twice throughout their high school career—no exceptions will be made.)

Adaptive Physical Education 7700000 Grades 10-12 1 PE credit EDUCATION Pre-requisite: None Adapted physical education programs are those that have the PE 9 Rec Wellness/Health 730000 same objectives as the regular physical education program, but Grades 9-12 1 PE credit in which adjustments are made in the regular offerings to meet Pre-requisite: None the needs and abilities of exceptional students This physical education curriculum in this course includes a variety of team, individual and dual activities with emphasis on those activities designated as lifetime sports. The health education curriculum includes family life education with a main focus on the students’ level of health and the development of a SCIENCE healthy lifestyle. The student will learn many factors, most of which are within their control, which may influence their health. Students in PE 9 will also complete the Virginia graduation requirement in emergency first aid, Earth Science+ 421005 cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and the use of automated Grades 9-12 1 Science credit external defibrillators. Pre-requisites: None Earth Science entails four units of study: Astronomy, Geology, Staunton High school also offers a specially divided block PE Meteorology, and Oceanography. Independent reading and 9 class that lasts for an entire year. 9th grade students may laboratory assignments will be required. alternate days between PE and another course. Earth Science Honors+* 4210H0 [The alternating days allows the students to be enrolled in a Grades 9-12 1 Science credit band class for the entire school year.] Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements Earth Science Honors includes the fields of Astronomy, PE 10 (Rec Wellness/Health/Driver’s Ed) 740500 Geology, Meteorology, Paleontology, and Oceanography. The Grades 10-12 1 PE credit course blends a mixture of over 30 labs with challenging Pre-requisite: None lectures and discussions. Class projects are also included. This course includes physical activity and one semester of classroom Driver Education. The activity portion Earth Science II - Geology 4240000 includes fundamental movement skills and students show Grades 10-12 1 Science credit competency in self-selected physical activities that they are Pre-requisites: None likely to pursue throughout life. The classroom portion This geology course will focus on the internal and external includes Driver Education, resulting in a state certification for forces and processes that cause the earth to be so dynamic. students who successfully complete the course. Drive Topics will include mountain-building/plate tectonics, surface Education is a required course that includes a state mandated processes, the composition and distribution of the earth’s section on aggressive/emotion driving, alcohol/drugs and materials, and geologic history (fossils). A survey of geology of driving, motorcycle awareness, buying/insuring an the valley will be included along with associated field trips. automobile and planning/mapping a trip. The overall concentration is the safe and responsible operation of a motor Biology+ 433001 vehicle. Behind-the-wheel Driver Education is not offered Grades 10-12 1 Science credit through Staunton High School. Pre-requisites: None Biology is a laboratory science course providing an in-depth Weight Training 760000 study of the Life Science Curriculum. Scientific Investigations Grades 10-12 1 Elective credit will focus on Chemical and Biochemical Processes, Ecology, Pre-requisite: None Cell Structure and Function, Inheritance and Protein Synthesis, This course is offered as an elective beyond the required two Classification, Evolution and Life Functions of Archaea, semesters of physical education. This course includes weight- Bacteria, Eukarya, and Viruses. lifting, aerobic exercise/advanced conditioning, and safety. Students will learn all aspects of weight lifting; identify and exhibit correct lifting and spotting techniques; and identify and exhibit appropriate exercise used to increase strength and endurance in all major muscle groups. Students will also

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percent composition, moles, chemical equations, stoichiometry, Biology Honors+* 4310H0 and phases of matter, gas laws, acid-base reactions, kinetics, Grades 10-12 1 Science credit and equilibrium. Heavy emphasis is on problem solving. This Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirement course is mathematically demanding so a strong foundation in Biology Honors is a rigorous laboratory science course Algebra is recommended. Students who have successfully providing an in-depth study of the Life Science Curriculum. completed Biology and Geometry are recommended for Biology Honors is designed for the academically motivated chemistry. Students will be expected to use inductive reasoning student. The focus will be on independent learning and both the and apply knowledge. pace and the depth of study will be greater than that of the standard Biology course. Scientific Investigations will focus on Chemistry Honors+* 4410H0 Chemical and Biochemical Processes, Ecology, Cell Structure Grades 11-12 1 Science credit and Function, Inheritance and Protein Synthesis, Classification, Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements in both math Evolution, and Life Functions of Archaea, Bacteria, Eukarya, & science. and Viruses. Students enrolled in this class will be required Honors Chemistry is a rigorous, in-depth, laboratory course to take the Biology SOL end-of-course test. recommended for college bound students who are academically motivated. This course is mathematically demanding, so a Biology II Honors - Anatomy / Physiology* 433000 strong foundation in Algebra is recommended. The focus will Grades 10-12 1 Science credit be on independent learning and both the pace and the depth of Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements; A grade of at study will be greater than that of the standard Chemistry course. least a B in Biology or Biology Honors is strongly recommended, but not required Chemistry II Honors* 442000 Anatomy and physiology honors is a discussion and laboratory Grades 11-12 1 Science credit based study of the human body. This course examines the basic Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements; Chemistry I biological concepts of structure and function of the human Chemistry II will introduce and familiarize students with topics body. Body systems such as the cardiovascular, respiratory, normally found in a 100 level college chemistry class nervous, digestive, muscular, skeletal and reproductive will be (prerequisites for biology & medical fields). Topics included surveyed. Students will participate in extensive laboratory will be stoichiometry, gas laws, kinetics, acid/base chemistry, exercises and independent research, practicing their skills as organic chemistry, redox reactions, and more. This course will observers and reporters of science. Enrolling in Anatomy and focus on problem solving skills and real world science Physiology means students have undertaken a personal applications. Students must have completed chemistry 1 to take responsibility to work hard and manage their time to keep up this course. with a rigorous curriculum. . Physics 451005 AP Biology** 437000 Grades 11-12 1 Science credit Grades 11-12 1 Science credit Pre-requisites: One science; Geometry Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirements Physics investigates the relationship between matter and The AP Biology course is a laboratory course designed to be energy. Topics include motion, work, power, energy, wave the equivalent of a year-long college introductory biology motion (both sound and light) and electricity. Concepts will be course. This course allows students to pursue in-depth analyses emphasized in this course although some mathematical of biological concepts. The AP Biology curriculum is in application will be included. Students will complete several in alignment with College Board AP Biology and focuses on 4 Big class projects and laboratory activities. Ideas: Evolution, Homeostasis or Organisms, Genetics, and Physics Honors* 4510H0 Ecology. Because this course represents the equivalent of a Grades 11-12 1 Science credit college level introductory biology course, students can expect Pre-requisites: Honors Program Requirement; Geometry to be challenged by the material and in turn will be expected to Physics investigates the relationship between matter and keep pace with a demanding schedule of reading and out-of- energy. Topics include motion, work, power, energy, wave class assignments. Enrolling in AP Biology means students motion (both sound and light) and electricity. This course is have undertaken a personal responsibility to work hard and mathematically based and uses laboratory activities, building manage their time to keep up with a rigorous curriculum. Upon projects and problem solving to support the understanding of completion of the course, students are expected to take the AP the physics concepts. Biology exam. The score on the exam will determine if colleges will accept this course for college credit. Astronomy 426000 Grades 11-12 1 Science credit Chemistry+ 441005 Pre-requisites: Earth Science; Geometry Grades 11-12 1 Science credit This course augments the astronomy portion of Earth Science. Pre-requisites: One science; teacher recommendation Topics include the solar system, stellar evolution and space This course is designed for the college-bound student with exploration. Laboratory activities simulate that of professional above average ability and interest in science. Chemistry is a astronomers including the use of telescopes and scientific laboratory course with detailed study of concepts including: models. measurement, matter, atomic structure, chemical formulas,

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Ecology 434000 Grades 11-12 1 Science credit Pre-requisites: Earth Science and Biology Ecology is designed to introduce and explore the interactions between organisms and their environment, as well as organisms and each other. Studies focus on these interactions for a lab science credit as they relate to water, air, climate, food, biodiversity, endangered species, and energy. The course satisfies the requirement for a lab science credit and as such, incorporates scientific skills such as conducting investigations, communicating findings through written lab reports, and oral presentation of research topics. Students are expected to have general knowledge of Earth Science and Biology.

AP Environmental Science 427000 Grades 11-12 1 Science credit Pre-requisites: Biology, Chemistry, and Algebra The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them.

Science Enrichment 461000 Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisites: Teacher recommendation This course involves a survey of earth science, biology and/or chemistry. The curriculum is designed in accordance with the Virginia Standards of Learning to assist students to pass SOL Tests. This course is a required elective credit for students who fail specific science SOL Tests. Students must take the course before taking future science courses.

Additional Science courses are also available through admission to SVGS or online through Virtual Virginia. Please see the SVGS or Virtual Virginia section of this guide and/or your counselor

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environment; development and interaction of cultures; state building, expansion, and conflict; creation, expansion, and interaction of economic systems; and development and SOCIAL transformation of social structures) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places encompassing the five major geographical regions of the globe: STUDIES Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Students who take this class must take the AP Test at the end of the course in World History & Geography I+ 221500 order to receive AP weighted credit; otherwise, Honors Grades 9-10 1 Social Studies credit weighting will be applied. Pre-requisite: None This course involves a thematic and geographic survey of the United States & Virginia History+ 236005 people, events, and ideas from pre-history to 1500 AD. Grade 11 1 Social Studies credit Pre-requisite: One prior social studies credit World History & Geography I Honors+* 2215H0 United States and Virginia History is a general overview of the Grades 9-10 1 Social Studies credit historical development of the United States and Virginia. It Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements provides thematic and chronological approaches to the study of This course involves a thematic and geographic survey of the American and Virginia history from the Age of Discovery to people, events, and ideas from pre-history to 1500 AD. This is the present. a reading and writing intensive course designed to enhance critical thinking skills. U. S. & Virginia History Honors+* 2360H0 Grade 11 1 Social Studies credit World History & Geography II+ 221600 Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements and at least Grades 9-10 1 Social Studies credit one prior social studies credit Pre-requisite: None United States and Virginia History is a general overview of the This course involves a thematic and geographic survey of the historical development of the United States and Virginia. It people, events, and ideas from 1500 AD to the present. Students provides thematic and chronological approaches to the study of enrolled in this course must take the state required end-of- American and Virginia history from the Age of Discovery to course Standards of Learning test. the present. This is a reading and writing intensive course designed to enhance critical thinking skills. World History & Geography II Honors+* 2216H0 Grades 9-10 1 Social Studies credit HIST 121 and 122+** 2360DE Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements DE US & VA History 6 College credits This course involves a thematic and geographic survey of the Grade 11 1 Social Studies credit people, events, and ideas from 1500 AD to the present. This is Pre-requisite: Dual Enrollment program requirements. a reading and writing intensive course designed to enhance DE United States and Virginia History incorporates Blue Ridge critical thinking skills. Community College's History 121 and History 122 with the following objectives: The course surveys topics and events World Geography+ 221000 which have shaped the United States from the age of Grades 9-12 1 Social Studies credit exploration to the present. Using primary and secondary Pre-requisite: None sources, students will evaluate the political, economic, social This course is a study of people, places and environment from and cultural influences that shaped the development of a physical and cultural perspective. It serves as an introduction American society. This course will be academically rigorous, to the main principles of geography and as a survey of the with an emphasis on critical thinking skills, identifying and various cultures and regions of the world. evaluating cause and effect relationships, and considering various perspectives on historical events. This course awards AP World History+** 238000 one high school Social Studies credit and six college credits. Grade 10-12 1 Social Studies credit Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements AP U.S. History+** 231901 The AP World History course focuses on developing students' Grade 11 1 Social Studies credit understanding of world history from approximately 8000 Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements and one prior B.C.E. to the present. The course has students investigate the social studies credit content of world history for significant events, individuals, This advanced level course in United States History is a two- developments, and processes in six historical periods, and semester survey of American history from the first European develop and use the same thinking skills and methods explorations of the Americas to the present. AP US History is a (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical challenging course that allows students the opportunity to earn comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) college credit. Solid reading and writing skills along with the employed by historians when they study the past. The course willingness to devote considerable time are necessary to also provides five themes (interaction between humans and the

63 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 succeed. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills, essay American history is essential to being successful in this class. writing, interpretation of documents, and historiography. Supplemental readings include excerpts from foundational American documents and cases including The Federalist Course Objectives: Master a broad body of historic knowledge; Papers, Animal Farm, Profiles in Courage, and Thirteen Days. demonstrate an understanding of historical chronology; use Upon completion of the course students are expected to take the historical data to support an argument or position; differentiate accompanying AP Exam. This is course is paired with AP between historiographical schools of thought; interpret and English 12 or another dual enrolled class. apply data from original documents; effectively use analytical Sociology 250000 skills – evaluation, cause and effect, compare and contrast, Grade 11-12 1 Elective credit work effectively with others to solve problems. This course is Pre-requisite: None typically co-taught with Dual Enrollment English. Students Sociology is a one-term elective offered for 11th and 12th must be eligible to take both AP US History and Dual graders. It is an introduction to the science of society, social Enrollment English to take this course. institutions, and social relationships. This course is designed to help students better understand their place in the groups to Virginia & U.S. Government+ 244005 which they belong and the function, influence, and interaction Grade 12 1 Social Studies credit of groups that form institutions, neighborhoods, and societies. Pre-requisite: Two prior social studies credits Sociology investigates human society, social relations, Virginia and United States Government examines the structures organization, and change. Emphasis is placed on the study of of governments and decision-making processes at local, state, such issues as delinquency, poverty, and changing family national, and international levels. Powers of each branch of patterns. Students use surveys, case studies, experiments, and government are examined through a study of the Constitution, interviews to study aspects of human behavior. historical documents, the State Constitution, and local governing bodies. American foreign policy is studied in its Psychology 290000 historical context, and our governmental and economic systems Grade 11-12 1 Elective credit are compared with other forms. The free-enterprise system is Pre-requisite: None examined as basic economic concepts, principles, and models Psychology is an elective course offered for 11th or 12th graders. are explored. Democratic values and citizen participation are This class will serve as an introduction to the study of human stressed, and student participation in the community is behavior. The course will address topics such as the role of the encouraged. brain in determining behavior, development over the lifespan, and development of personality. Theories and disciplines of Virginia & U.S. Government Honors+* 2440H0 psychology will be explored, as well as cognitive and social Grade 12 1 Social Studies credit behaviors as they relate to psychology. Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and two prior social studies credits AP Psychology+** 290200 Virginia and United States Government examines the structures Grade 10-12 1 Social Studies credit of governments and decision-making processes at local, state, Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements national, and international levels. Powers of each branch of The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to government are examined through a study of the Constitution, the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental historical documents, the State Constitution, and local processes of human beings and other animals. Students are governing bodies. American foreign policy is studied in its exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena historical context, and our governmental and economic systems associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. are compared with other forms. The free-enterprise system is They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use examined as basic economic concepts, principles, and models in their science and practice. Other topics covered in this course are explored. Democratic values and citizen participation are include: sensation and perception, states of consciousness, stressed, and student participation in the community is learning and cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental encouraged. Emphasis is placed on politics and political theory psychology, personality, testing and individual differences, through extensive outside readings. abnormal behavior, and social psychology. Students who take this class must take the AP Test at the end of the course in AP US Government & Politics** 245000 order to receive AP weighted credit; otherwise, Honors Grade 12 1 Social Studies credit weighting will be applied. Pre-requisite: Honors Program requirements and two prior social studies credits Practical Law 299600 This two-semester course is designed for those students who Grade 11-12 1 Elective credit have a strong interest in pursuing a career in American Pre-requisite: None government or political science. The intent is to prepare the Practical Law is an elective which will take an in-depth and students to pass the A.P. Government exam given in the spring practical approach to certain areas of civil law. Units will cover of the year in which they take the class. The expectation of this insurance, torts and other types of lawsuits; marriage and weighted and accelerated course is to come as close to a normal divorce law; retirement planning; wills; taxes (both federal and college setting as possible with regards to the curriculum and state); real estate; employment problems; and other pertinent intensity. A strong background in reading, writing, and

64 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 areas of civil law. The practical areas of everyday living are the syntax. Students are required to sign in front of the class and major focus of this course. most communication will be in Sign Language.

Holocaust & Genocide Studies 299700 American Sign Language II 599500 Grade 11-12 1 Elective credit Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit Pre-requisite: None Pre-requisite: ASL I This course will provide students with a more in depth look at This course is a continuation of American Sign Language I and the Holocaust and other contemporary world genocides. The emphasizes refinement of the fundamental comprehension and first half of the course will include an examination of the production skills covered in ASL I, with the acquisition of sequence of events prior to and throughout the Holocaust, a additional vocabulary and grammatical structure. Students are look at the groups targeted by Hitler’s regime and the lasting required to sign in front of the class and most communication impact of the Holocaust on American and world societies. The will be in Sign Language. second half of the course will allow students to examine other incidents of genocide in the modern world and the role of American Sign Language III 599700 America in the context of these conflicts. Participation in this Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit course requires a signed parent permission slip. Pre-requisite: ASL II This course is a continuation and expansion of grammatical and Local History: cultural concepts and vocabulary acquired in Levels I and II. A Study of Life in Staunton 299606 Students are required to sign in front of the class and most Grade 10-12 1 Elective credit communication will be in Sign Language. Pre-requisite: None This course will provide students with the opportunity to study French I 511000 the local history of Staunton. Each year the course will focus on Grades 8-12 1 World Language credit a specific topic in Staunton’s history, with the opportunity to Pre-requisite: None extend the study of a specific topic (i.e. integration of Staunton Level I provides students with the skills necessary to begin City Schools) over multiple years. Students will be tasked with developing communicative proficiency in the language. performing research, filming and editing oral history Students are introduced to the diverse cultures of the target interviews, analyzing primary sources, and creating products to language. Vocabulary and basic grammar structures are display their knowledge in an effort to educate their peers and emphasized. the local community. French II 512000 Social Studies Enrichment 299605 Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit Grades 9-12 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: French I Pre-requisites: Teacher recommendation Level II includes a review and an extension of the skills This course involves social studies/history support. The developed in Level I. Vocabulary and more advanced curriculum is designed in accordance with the Virginia grammatical structures are introduced as well as additional Standards of Learning in order to assist students to pass social cultural information. studies/history SOL Tests. French III 513000 Additional Social Studies courses are also available online Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit through Virtual Virginia. Please see the Virtual Virginia Pre-requisite: French II section of this guide and/or your counselor. Level III continues to build and reinforce active communication skills. The focus will be on the development of a strong linguistic base, reading skills and cultural awareness.

French IV Honors* 5140H0 WORLD Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit Pre-requisite: Level III and Honors Requirements Level IV addresses the needs of the advancing student using the four strands of language learning, listening, speaking, writing LANGUAGES and reading. It provides an in-depth view of the target language, its culture, history and literature. Grammar is reviewed and expanded to help strengthen language skills. American Sign Language I 599000 Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit French V Honors* 5150H0 Pre-requisite: None Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit ASL I is an introduction to American Sign Language, Deaf Pre-requisite: Level IV and Honors Requirements culture, and Deaf history. In this course students will learn ASL Level V continues to address the needs of advanced students. vocabulary, commonly used gestures, basic grammar and Grammar is reviewed and expanded. An overview of milestone events of the past (both distant and recent) is presented.

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Literature is presented in its historical context. Selected works the same curriculum (Vergil, Catullus and Horace, & Ovid) in from well-known authors will be studied. a differentiated setting.

DE French** 5150DE Spanish I 551000 Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit Grades 8-12 1 World Language credit Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements, Successful Pre-requisite: None completion of three levels of French Level I provides students with the skills necessary to begin Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, writing skills and developing communicative proficiency in the language. emphasizes basic French sentence structure. Students are introduced to the diverse cultures of the target Lessons are geared toward a final task in each unit so that it is language. Vocabulary and basic grammar structures are an authentic form of communication similar to daily life, not an emphasized. artificial dialog. Introduces students to Francophone culture via videos and authentic conversations and practice activities and Spanish II 552000 through the use of diverse intercultural themes the students will Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit be able to make comparisons with their own way of life and Pre-requisite: Spanish I culture. French online news programs will be watched and Level II includes a review and an extension of the skills discussed with written journals including unfamiliar vocabulary developed in Level I. Vocabulary and more advanced and short summaries of information. Linguistic, lexical and grammatical structures are introduced as well as additional grammar resources are introduced in each unit so that students cultural information. may use them in connected real life situations. Spanish III 553000 Advanced French Level VI Honors may be elected as an Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit independent study. Pre-requisite: Spanish II Level III continues to build and reinforce active communication Latin I 531000 skills. The focus will be on the development of a strong Grades 8-12 1 World Language credit linguistic base, reading skills and cultural awareness. Pre-requisite: None This course is primarily concerned with the fundamentals of the Spanish IV Honors* 5540H0 ancient language of the Romans. Its aim is to prepare students Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit to read Latin literature, to improve their command of the Pre-requisite: Spanish III and Honors Requirements English language by studying the close relations (historic and Level IV addresses the needs of the advancing student using the linguistic) between English, Latin and the Romance Languages, four strands of language learning, listening, speaking, writing and to gain exposure to Roman culture. and reading. It provides an in-depth view of the target language, its culture, history and literature. Grammar is reviewed and Latin II 532000 expanded to help strengthen language skills. Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit Pre-requisite: Latin I AP Spanish** 5570AP Level II is a continuation of Latin I in the study of the Latin Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit Language, English and more advanced grammar. Emphasis is Pre-requisite: Honors Program Requirements placed on translating Latin into English. Greco-Roman culture AP Spanish offers students an opportunity to complete studies and mythology studies continue. in secondary schools comparable to a third year level college Spanish class that will focus on speaking and writing in the Latin III 533000 target language at an advanced level. Training in integrating Grades 9-12 1 World Language credit language skills and synthesizing written and aural materials will Pre-requisite: Latin II be an integral part of the AP Spanish Language Course. The level III curriculum includes advanced English and Latin Students who enroll in this class should already have attained grammar with vocabulary and derivative work. Grammar is reasonable proficiency in using the language. taught within the context of the Roman authors Caesar and Cicero. History, Roman politics, and oratory are presented within the study of the ancient text.

Advanced Latin H (IV, V & VI)* 5340H0 / 5350H0 / 5360H0 Grades 10-12 1 World Language credit Pre-requisite: Latin III, IV or V and Honors Requirements These courses are for the advanced Latin student. The following three authors will be taught on a rotational basis so that all advanced Latin students in any level would be learning

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Social Skills Students in this course will learn to make choices that promote PROGRAMS FOR physical and emotional wellness. Social skills instruction covers interpersonal relations, conflict management, communication skills, cultural differences, and problem EXCEPTIONAL solving. Health instruction covers fitness, nutrition, medical care, home safety, emergency procedures, and first aid. STUDENTS Resource Resource class is designed to provide students with instruction and strategies for the enhancement of listening, speaking, The following courses may be offered to those identified thinking, reading, writing, researching, math and other skills exceptional students who are able to learn material designed for such as study skills and time management. Resource class is their age/grade level, but whose exceptionality necessitates designed to provide instruction in discreet skills necessary for specially designed instruction which cannot be provided in a success in content classes. All of these are essential elements regular class taught by a subject matter teacher. The courses of the Resource Class curriculum. may not apply to all exceptional students who are receiving special education services. The determination of whether these Goals: criteria apply to any given student shall be made by the  Students will become active listeners in order to obtain Individual Education Program (IEP) Committee and the information. Executive Director of Student Services.  Students will be able to apply speaking skills to communicate effectively in a variety of vocational, Functional English academic, and social settings. This course provides instruction in reading and writing skills  Students will be able to apply reading skills in a variety of necessary for adult functioning. Students will acquire a sight settings. vocabulary that will enable them to identify commonly found  Students will be able to create, derive, and convey meaning words in the home, work place, and community. Students will through writing for a variety of purposes. develop writing skills that will enable them to devise shopping  Students will conduct library research in order to find lists, take telephone messages, and write basic letters. materials necessary for a research paper.  Students will apply computational skills and mathematical Language Arts concepts to respective personal, academic, and vocational The purpose of this course is to improve students’ basic reading needs. and writing skills. Reading instruction will emphasize sight  Students will learn note taking strategies word instruction, contextual cue identification, and phonetic  Students will learn independent organizational skills and whole language. Written expression instruction will  Students will learn self-advocacy skills emphasize spelling, grammar, and sentence construction.

Electives Math Computation Students may participate in electives as determined by their This course promotes the development of math skills necessary particular interests and IEP goals. Differentiation of instruction for independent functioning as a consumer in everyday life. The and assessment will accommodate a wide range of student content includes fundamental math instruction in basic backgrounds and learning styles. computation, calculator usage, counting money, making change, and time concepts. Adaptive elective courses have the same objectives as the regular program courses, but adjustments are made to meet the

needs, abilities, and IEP learning goals of exceptional students. Daily Living Skills

This course offers instruction in maintaining a household, Awarding units of credit for subjects taught by Special developing shopping lists, cooking using low reading level or Education Teachers may be granted for all courses which are a picture prompt recipes, clothing care, and home safety. Students part of the regular school curriculum and meet the following develop skills necessary for community access through field criteria: trips to area stores and businesses.  The course is comparable in scope and sequence to its Independent Living Skills general education counterpart. This course promotes student independence in everyday life  The course outline includes the objectives of the course, tasks. The course focuses on developing confidence and ability the skills the student is expected to achieve, and the in making personal accommodations to perform tasks in the text/materials to be used, and is comparable to the general school and home environment. education counter-part.  Evaluation of student progress will be based on assessment of all the Standards of Learning (SOL) objectives for the specific course.

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2803 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Spring Block Macroeconomics VIRTUAL VIRGINIA 2802 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Spring Block

Microeconomics ONLINE COURSES 4573 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year,

Physics 1 Spring Block

As a program of the Virginia 4574 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, Department of Education, Virtual Physics 2 Spring Block Virginia (VVa) offers online 2902 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, Advanced Placement (AP®), Psychology Spring Block world language, core academic, 5570 Advanced Placement Full Year and elective courses to students Spanish Language and Culture across the Commonwealth and 5580 Advanced Placement Full Year nation. Virtual Virginia is Spanish Literature and Culture committed to providing high- 3192 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, quality, rigorous course content Statistics Spring Block with the flexibility to meet schools’ and students’ varied 2319 Advanced Placement US Fall Block, Full Year, schedules. Their program strives to provide instruction that History Spring Block meets the individual needs of students. SPACE IS LIMITED. 2380 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, Please see your counselor for more information. World History Spring Block 3130 Algebra I* Full Year 3135 Algebra II Full Year Course Name Term(s) Offered 3134 Algebra, Functions, and Full Year 9151 Advanced Placement Art Fall Block, Full Year, Data Analysis History Spring Block 5010 Arabic I* Full Year 4370 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 5020 Arabic II* Full Year Biology Spring Block 5030 Arabic III Full Year 3177 Advanced Placement Full Year 4310 Biology I Full Year Calculus AB 4340 Biology II – Ecology Full Year 3178 Advanced Placement Full Year Calculus BC 4410 Chemistry I Full Year 5860 Advanced Placement Full Year 4420 Chemistry II Full year Chinese Language and Culture 5810 Chinese I* Full Year 3185 Advanced Placement Full Year 5820 Chinese II* Full Year Computer Science A 5830 Chinese III Full Year 2804 Advanced Placement Full Year 5840 Chinese IV Full Year Economics 1171 Creative Writing Fall Block, Full Year, 1196 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, Spring Block English Language and Spring Block 4210 Earth Science I* Full Year Composition 4260 Earth Science II – Full Year 1195 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, Astronomy English Literature and Spring Block 4250 Earth Science II – Full Year Composition Oceanography 4270 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 2801 Economics* Fall Semester, Spring Environmental Science Spring Block Sem 2399 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 6120 Economics and Personal Fall Block, Full Year, European History Spring Block Finance Spring Block 5170 Advanced Placement Full Year 1130 English 9 Full Year French Language and Culture 1140 English 10 Full Year 2450 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 1150 English 11 Full Year Government and Politics: Spring Block 1160 English 12 Full Year Comparative 5110 French I* Full Year Full Year 2445 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 5120 French II* Government and Politics: US Spring Block 5130 French III Full Year 2212 Advanced Placement Fall Block, Full Year, 5140 French IV Full Year Human Geography Spring Block 3143 Geometry* Full Year 5370 Advanced Placement Full Year Latin 7300 Health and PE 9 (not Full Year Driver Education)

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7400 Health and PE 10 (not Full Year choose one of two parallel programs, STEM (science, Driver Education) technology, engineering, and math) or AH (arts and 6641 Introduction to Game Full Year humanities). Design & Development* 5310 Latin I* Full Year The STEM program requires students to complete at least 5320 Latin II* Full Year three (3) credits each year, one in each of the core areas. 5330 Latin III Full Year Students may choose an additional credit as an optional 5340 Latin IV Full Year independent study. Seniors may complete four credits in the 4510 Physics I Full Year core areas. 3162 Pre- , Full Year, Calculus/Mathematical The AH program requires students to complete four (4) Analysis credits in one of two tracks, Visual Arts or Theatre Arts. Student in both programs complete a humanities course, which 2900 Psychology Fall Semester, Spring th th Sem addresses the Standards of Learning for 11 or 12 grade 5510 Spanish I* Full Year English, as well as appropriate studio classes, crafts and skills class, and an elective each year. 5520 Spanish II* Full Year

5530 Spanish III Full Year SVGS has identified nine skills as critical to life-long 5540 Spanish IV Full Year learning and performance in any academic discipline and 5700 Survey of World Full Year profession. These skills are cultivated through exceptional Language and Culture* learning experiences at SVGS and are listed below: 2440 Virginia and US Full Year  Intellectual Curiosity Government  Intellectual Independence 2360 Virginia and US History Full Year  Persistence and Perseverance 2215 World History & Full Year  Critical Analysis and Reflection Geography to 1500 A.D.  Problem Solving 2216 World History & Full Year Geography 1500 A.D. to the  Leadership and Collaboration Present  Communication 1165 World Mythology* Fall Block, Full Year,  Digital Literacy Spring Block  Social and Ethical Responsibility

Courses noted with ** are also open to Middle School SVGS students are selected through a competitive students. admissions process based on multiple criteria such as academic performance, talent, interests, and teacher recommendations. Admissions is offered to approximately 65% of all applicants. Students apply during their SHENANDOAH sophomore or junior year. Applications are available through high school guidance counselors and on the SVGS VALLEY GOVERNOR’S web page December 1 of each year and are due February 20 of the following year. SCHOOL + Courses with a required end-of-course SOL test ** All SVGS courses receive 1.0 weighted credit

SVGS serves approximately 220 11th HUMANITIES and 12th grade students from Augusta County, Staunton and Waynesboro. Humanities 152125 Twelve full-time and numerous part- Grade 11 1 English credit time adjunct instructors work with the Humanities I introduces students to the rigors of college-level students. academic writing and critical thinking. In the fall, students explore essential texts centered on timely issues such as SVGS provides a supportive and challenging environment for education, language, gender and society, and ethics and local gifted and talented students to nurture and develop their morality. Class discussions form the cornerstone of exploring talents, expand their knowledge, improve critical thinking ideas and give students the opportunity to share insights and to skills, and foster their sense of personal and social appreciate others’ perspectives. Students then generate their responsibility. Students own essay topics and take those topics through the writing process: drafting, peer editing, conferencing with the teacher, rethinking, and revising. Later in the year, students transition to the course’s literary focus with texts that reflect the emergence

69 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 and evolution of the American Dream. These works help the fundamental relationship between the derivative, the students understand the unique qualities of the American spirit integral, and the Riemann Sum. Students begin their study of and its relevance today. As part of the course, students gain multidimensional calculus including vectors and parametric experience in working with literary criticism to develop their equations. Students enhance their learning through computer- growing understanding of what it means to make thoughtful based activities utilizing Maple and Excel. assertions about texts and to be able to support those assertions. Essays require students to incorporate criticism as a means of Student must take this class for Blue Ridge Community College supporting their own original observations. This class has two dual enrollment credit (Math 173-174, 5 credits each) at state required end-of-course Standards of Learning tests: student’s own expense. Reading and Writing. AP Calculus BC 317730 Blue Ridge Community College dual enrollment credit Grade 11 or12 1 Mathematics credit available ENG 111/College Composition/and 112, 3 credits Pre-requisite: A SVGS or dual-enrollment Pre-Calculus class each at student’s own expense. (grade of A- or better). Prerequisites may be waived by the Director. Humanities II 152200(DE) / 152225 Students master limits, derivatives and anti-derivatives of Grade 12 1 English credit polynomial, exponential and trigonometric functions and their Humanities II builds on the composition and critical thinking inverses, as well as parametric, polar and vector functions for skills students have established in Humanities I. Course content planar curves; techniques of differentiation and anti- is focused on having students explore monsters and the literary differentiation; continuity of functions and the Intermediate imagination—the connection between monsters and the Value Theorem and Mean Value Theorem; Fundamental societies which create and perpetuate them. Texts reflect the Theorem of Calculus; physical applications of derivatives and chronological evolution of monsters, from Grendel in Beowulf anti-derivatives; series of constants and tests for convergence to the zombie apocalypse in World War Z, and invite students of series; Taylor’s series approximations of functions with radii to consider the psychological and cultural implications of of convergence and error bounding. Students become proficient monstrosity on society. Students continue to explore literary with Maple and Excel. This course prepares students to take the criticism as a means of supporting their original approaches to BC version of the Advanced Placement Calculus test, which is essays with an emphasis on seeking and using relevant digital a required activity. sources effectively. AP Statistics 319220 Students who have successfully completed the BRCC pre- Grade 12 1 Mathematics credit requisites may opt to take this class for JMU credit (HUM 200, Pre-requisite: completion of Pre-Calculus (grade of C or 3 credits) at student’s own expense. better) and prior completion or concurrent enrollment in any Calculus class. MATHEMATICS Students become proficient with the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Pre-Calculus 316220 Four broad themes woven throughout the course are Grade 11 1 Mathematics credit experimental design, measures of central tendency, anticipating Students increase their understanding of functions and their patterns, mathematic modeling and statistical inference. characteristics including graphing techniques, using Students enhance their understanding through the use of exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions to solve computer software packages such as Excel and JMP, which are application problems, arithmetic and geometric sequences and used extensively to analyze, display and aide in the series, mathematical induction, limits, first and second order interpretation of data. This course prepares students to take the derivatives, and integration. Students explore the use of Advanced Placement Statistics test, which is a required activity. mathematics in the natural sciences, thus fostering an application-oriented approach to mathematics that is enhanced Discrete Mathematics 3154DE / 315410 through the use of technology. Students make extensive use of Grade 12 1 Mathematics credit technology as an integral part of their learning. Students Strongly recommended for students taking AP Computer improve their facility with graphing calculators and the Science computer packages, Maple and Excel. Discrete Mathematics is the branch of mathematics dealing with objects that can assume only distinct, separated values. Calculus 317725 This course offers a nice counterpoint to the study of continuous Grade 11 or 12 1 Mathematics credit mathematics that students pursue in calculus. Students will Pre-requisite: Any Pre-calculus course study logic, set theory, and matrices. Students will understand Students become proficient with limits, the derivative and elementary number theory, the basic techniques of proof, and differentiation techniques, the integral and integration the basics of counting including combinatorics and probability. techniques, basic applications of differentiation and integration, The ideas of discrete mathematics inform the study of computer and infinite series, including Taylor Series. Students explore science and this course will emphasize the connections between

70 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 them. It is strongly recommended for students taking AP AP Chemistry 447000 Computer Science. Grade 11/12 1 Science credit Advanced Placement Chemistry is designed to be equivalent to James Madison University dual enrollment credit available a first-year college chemistry course. Students will participate (Math/CS 227) at student’s own expense. in lectures, demonstrations, activities & extensive laboratory experiments on topics such as atomic structure & quantum Advanced Calculus: Multivariable Calculus 317800 theory, chemical compounds, reactions & stoichiometry, states Grade 12 1 Mathematics credit of matter & solutions, thermo-chemistry & kinetics, Pre-requisite: A.P. Calculus B.C. or SVGS Calculus (grade of equilibrium, acids & Bases, electro-chemistry, nuclear B or better). Chemistry & organic Chemistry. AP Chemistry also involves Students apply concepts learned during the first year of calculus applying these concepts to “every-day” life with projects such to advanced problems in multi-dimensional analysis. Students as calorimetry, efficiency, crystal growth, catalysis and water investigate topics including rectangular, spherical and treatment. cylindrical coordinates, three-dimensional vectors, partial differentiation, multiple integrals and matrices. Students’ AP Environmental Science 427020(DE). / 427025 understanding of multi-dimensional mathematics is enhanced Grade 12 1 Science credit with computer visualization techniques. This course is designed Pre-requisite: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Pre-Calculus, for students who have exceptional math skills. completion of Earth Science is strongly recommended Students explore geology, paleontology, atmospheric science, SCIENCE ecology, and technology in the context of environmental problems facing humans today. Students conduct extensive Physics 451010(DE)/ 451025 laboratory and field studies including water and air quality, soil Grade 11 or 12 1 Science credit processes, population dynamics, and community and ecosystem Pre-requisite: Algebra II/Trigonometry processes. Students enhance their learning through the use of Students conduct extensive laboratory investigations on topics computer simulations and models, and the use of technology to including Newtonian mechanics, optics, electromagnetism, and analyze and present data. Students are prepared to take the materials science. Students’ investigations and assignments Advanced Placement Environmental Science test, which is a integrate the physical sciences with mathematics. Students required activity. enhance their learning through the use of technology to analyze and present data, and simulate experiments. James Madison University dual enrollment credit available (ISAT 112, 3 credits) at student’s own expense. BRCC dual enrollment credit available at student’s own expense (PHYS 201 (Semester 1)/202 (Semester 2), 4 credits Molecular and Microbiology 432011(DE) / 432025 each semester). Grade 12 1 Science credit Pre-requisite: Biology, Chemistry, Physics (all with grades of Environmental Chemistry 447020(DE) / 447025 B or better) and Pre-Calculus Grade 11 or 12 1 Science credit Students investigate fundamental life processes through the use Pre-requisite: Physics and study of rapidly developing technologies such as genetic This class is required of any SVGS student who will not engineering, pharmaceutical developments, and treatment and otherwise have completed high school chemistry prior to prevention of infectious diseases. Students conduct extensive graduation. laboratory investigations on DNA extraction, gel Students master basic principles of chemistry and statistical electrophoresis, culture and identification of microbial analysis in the context of the chemical and physical organisms, and biochemistry. Students enhance their characteristics of water, soils, rocks, the atmosphere and natural understanding of biological molecules through the use of fuels. Students conduct extensive laboratory analysis and field mechanical and computer molecular modeling. Students sampling utilizing EPA methods where feasible. Students become proficient in the use of technology to analyze and investigate anthropogenic influences on natural materials present data. cycles from the viewpoint of the classical chemist. Students enhance their learning through the use of instrumental analysis, James Madison University dual enrollment credit available at which supplements traditional micro and wet chemistry student’s own expense (ISAT 113, 3 credits). methods. Students will demonstrate mastery of computerized data recording, calculation and analysis; graphical presentation; Modern Physics 452020 researching primary and popular literature; and formal report Grade 12 1 Science credit writing and scientific presentation. This class is required of any Pre-requisite: GS Physics, and GS Pre-Calculus or GS SVGS student who will not otherwise have completed high Calculus (grades of A- or better). Co-requisite: Calculus or school chemistry prior to graduation. above (offered pending enrollment). Students explore the theoretical study of Special Relativity and James Madison University dual enrollment credit available Quantum Mechanics with an emphasis on computer models of (ISAT 112, 3 credits) at student’s own expense. the processes involved. Topics covered include Special Relativity, the Schrödinger equation, tunneling phenomena,

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General Relativity, Elementary Particle Physics, and the Students become knowledgeable about programming concepts, Hydrogen Atom. Students enhance their learning through algorithm designs, and documentation of the computer solution extensive laboratory investigations and simulations. Students and proficient at writing and debugging code. The course become proficient in the use of technology to analyze and material emphasizes those concepts outlined by the College present data. Board and prepares students to take the Advanced Placement Computer Science test. Scientific Research 432120 Grade 11 or 12 1 Science credit Computer Network Software Pre-requisite: None Operations Networking Security 665001 Students discover and put into practice research methods and Grade 12 1 Elective credit engineering design. Students apply principles of the natural Students are provided instruction in the basics of computer sciences and applied statistics in solving research and networking, operating systems, system administration and engineering problems. Students complete an individual network security. Course content includes an overview of research project, write a scientific paper, and submit their networking, operating systems and other software applications, results for presentation at various venues, including the SVGS learning to perform common administrative functions in Research Symposium (participation is required), Regional scripting environments. Students will examine PHP and PERL Science Fair (participation is required) and Virginia Junior in the context of an Apache webserver, and use GNU BASH Academy of Science (optional, paper submission and and Microsoft Powershell scripting from the command line to participation, if accepted, is required). They make use of on- complete every day administrative functions. Course content line libraries and review scholarly scientific resources. also includes risk management, network security policy, security training, security keys, confidentiality, integrity, Advanced Scientific Research 461200 access, accountability, and audit ability. Participation in Grade 11 or 12 1 Science credit various industry sponsored contests such as Cyber Challenge Pre-requisite: Gov School Scientific Research and other contests are expected. Course offering is dependent Students extend their study of research methods through on student interest, sufficient enrollment and staffing. independent research and work with a scientific mentor. Students apply principles of the natural sciences and applied Electric Vehicle Technology 850900 statistics in solving research and engineering problems. Grade 11 1 Elective credit Students complete an individual research project, write a Pre-requisite: None scientific paper, and submit their results for presentation at Students study, create and implement designs of electrical various venues, including the SVGS Research Symposium circuits and mechanical devices based on the needs of an (participation is required), science fairs, and paper submission electric vehicle. Students create web pages to explain their to student research journals for publication. They make use of cars, develop trouble-shooting methods, make presentations, on-line libraries and scholarly scientific resources. and investigate environmental issues related to transportation. The hands-on approach to this course enables TECHNOLOGY students to develop personally, academically, and professionally. Students compete in organized electric vehicle Advanced Technology 846620 meets, where they learn racing strategies and safety as well as Grade 12 1 Elective credit new and innovative ways to improve the school’s vehicle Pre-requisite: None design. The primary focus is the exploration of computer technology as a tool for communicating powerful ideas in mathematics and Engineering I 849130 science. Students learn to animate in two-dimensions and build Grade 11 1 Elective credit interactive presentations. Students will learn to create web sites Pre-requisite: None and will develop an understanding of good design. Students will Introduction to Engineering familiarizes students with the also explore digital photography and digital video production. engineering design process in a project-based learning Students will build pod-casts and other means of using MP3 environment. Toolkit skills such as dimensional analysis, players such as iPods. Students will develop projects in computer-aided design, and statistical analysis will be conjunction with their mathematics and science courses. introduced and incorporated in projects throughout the year. A Students will also be asked to discuss ethical issues related to project-based approach to the major branches of engineering modern technology and to learn vocabulary associated with (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, and Chemical) will give students computers. the opportunity to apply engineering design principles to a variety of problems while developing personal skills in AP Computer Science (A) 318520 teamwork and communication that are vital in the engineering Grade 12 1 Mathematics credit profession. Pre-requisite: completion of Pre-Calculus, Scientific Research and Engineering, and Physics (grades of A- or Engineering II 849140 better) OR permission of the Director and Instructor. Grade 12 1 Elective credit Students design, implement and interpret computer-based Pre-requisite: Engineering I solutions to problems in several application areas using Java.

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Students develop the “thought-work” behind applying concepts collegiate and professional auditions; refinement of rehearsal of multi-disciplinary engineering methods. Students are and performance practices culminating in a senior showcase, immediately immersed in advanced tenements of: static and familiarization with acting techniques that a working actor dynamic equilibrium of particles, tools, and complex elements needs; and exploration of different styles of acting that may (like the human body); use of Computer Aided Design in basic arise in collegiate and professional theatre situations, including engineering modeling; test and evaluation concepts; evaluation the methods of the major acting teachers. of structural and mechanical relationships; evaluation and application of problem design criteria, design for failure Craft and Skills Workshops I / II 144910 / 144920 concepts, precision and safety-factors mark some but are not Grade 11 and 12 1 Elective credit inclusive of all the principals touched-on during the course. Pre-requisite: None Engineering Methodology combines mathematics and the Students work with guest artists and practicing professionals on physical sciences to resolve problems and reverse engineer location in diverse acting spaces, including professional solutions. Students complete a dozen team Design Projects and theatres. Students develop their skills in areas including voice solutions are presented via CAD, schematics, and detailed and diction, Shakespeare, stage combat, movement, dance, technical write-ups. Individuals improve math, physics and design for the stage (lighting, costumes, set, and sound), material science skills by combining them to resolve problems. puppetry and mask work, street theatre, children’s theatre, improvisation, acting styles, and related audio-visual media Geospatial Information Systems 8498DE skills. Students develop an understanding of life as a Grade 12 1 Elective credit professional artist. [Note: Due to the importance of basic skills Pre-requisite: None such as voice and movement, some Skills and Craft course Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to offerings will be mandatory for first-year students.] make use of geographic technologies such as geospatial information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), and remote sensing. The class will focus on applying GIS Introduction to Theatre 144800DE / 144825 technology to different fields, such as environmental science, Grade 11 1 Elective credit city planning, ecology and many others. Students will work Pre-requisite: None with a variety of data sets, collect data, and develop their own This course provides an overview of the theater as an art form, GIS research project. including historical and production points of view. It is designed as: (1) an introduction to the broad spectrum of the Students in this class must enroll for dual enrollment credit at collaborative theatrical crafts including acting, playwriting, James Madison University at student’s expense (GEOG 161, 3 directing, designing (set, lighting, costuming, sound), (2) a brief credits). overview of the history of performance and theatrical traditions, and (3) a vehicle for theatre appreciation. THEATER Blue Ridge Community College dual-enrollment credit Acting I 143525 available at student’s own expense (CST 130, 3 credits). Grade 11 1 Elective credit Pre-requisite: None Dramatic Theory and Criticism 144325 Acting is a craft involving skills that can benefit everyone. Grade 12 1 Elective credit Through this course, students will explore acting technique that Pre-requisite: Introduction to Theatre or demonstrate may be used to further a career, as well as improving their exceptional talent and discipline and/or a thorough abilities to communicate, create, focus, analyze, carry background in theatre history and dramatic literature. themselves with confidence, and work with others effectively. Students will use a variety of critical tools and perceptual Students will have the opportunity to explore the fundamentals viewpoints as a basis for making informed judgments about of the acting process, including basic terminology, use of voice theatre art. With Aristotle’s Poetics as the starting point, and body, creativity and imagination, working/communicating students will read and discuss works of dramatic literature, with an ensemble, analyzing a dramatic text, and creating and criticism, and dramaturgy, observe and critique theatre portraying characters. performances (both live and filmed), and research and compose play analyses, creative projects, and production concepts. This Acting II 144010 course focuses on major western theatrical periods, including Grade 12 1 Elective credit 20th century reactions against and modifications to realism. Pre-requisite: Acting I Students will review and expand upon basic stage terminology, the importance of ensemble, scene and character analysis, the rehearsal process, criticism, audition preparation, and acting as a business. Students will work primarily with Michael Shurtleff’s Audition and Melissa Bruder’s A Practical Handbook for the Actor, as well as with any scenes and monologues selected or assigned from various plays. The emphasis of Studio Acting II will be on preparation for

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VISUAL ARTS stylistic approaches utilized by artists. Students will study aesthetics and criticism, in addition to art history. Studio Art I 915000 Grade 11 1 Elective credit Blue Ridge Community College dual-enrollment credit Pre-requisite: None available at student’s own expense (ART 201, 3 credits). Students study many styles, topics, and techniques using a wide variety of media with the intention of receiving a breadth of Survey of World Art II 9167DE / 916700 knowledge from which to develop their own personal style. Grade 12 1 Elective credit Emphasis is on basic skills development, self-expression and Pre-requisite: Survey of World Art I experimenting with materials and techniques. Students focus This course is an introduction to art and architecture of the on art production using two- and three-dimensional media and world from the Renaissance through Modern ages, including building upon their prior studio experience. A portion of class European Renaissance, Baroque, Enlightenment, 19th and 20th time is devoted to improvement of basic drawing and design centuries, as well as Asian and African arts. Students will skills. The students begin developing a body of work to use for analyze and critique these artistic styles in architecture, their portfolio. Students utilize the language of the visual arts sculpture, painting, and other art media. Part of the course is and understand, evaluate, and celebrate art in its historical and also devoted to art appreciation. Students develop skills in cultural context as a multicultural means of evaluation and judgment through increased knowledge of the communication. Students develop critical thinking and range of media, techniques, and stylistic approaches utilized by communication skills as they articulate their personal responses artists. Students will study aesthetics and criticism, in addition to the aesthetic qualities of works of art. to art history. They will learn to analyze, interpret, and judge.

Studio Art II 914715 Blue Ridge Community College dual-enrollment credit Grade 12 1 Elective credit available at student’s own expense (ART 202, 3 credits). Pre-requisite: Studio Art I Students continue exploration of media and techniques with an Art Craft and Skills Workshops I / II 916300 / 916400 emphasis on portfolio development through focused study of Grade 11-12 1 Elective credit utilizing the elements and principles of design and in-depth Pre-requisite: None investigation of self-selected topics. Students select an area of Students will specialize in exploration of specific media and concentration in two-dimensional, three-dimensional, or techniques through study with guest professional artists who are drawing media, according to the course description for willing to share their knowledge and skills with them. Students Advanced Placement Studio Art. A schedule of proposed will be offered two- and three-dimensional topics on a six to projects in these concentration areas are individually arranged eight-week basis. Classes may be taught at SVGS or may be with their instructor. Students also complete project work taught at studio spaces in the community. By working with assigned by the instructor and continue to develop drawing and professional artists, students will learn about the career of an design skills, especially color and theory, through regular artist and the experience of working in the art world. The exercises in these areas. Through these assignments and the students also receive an in-depth studio experience in which student-directed concentration projects, students create a body experimentation, exploration, and individual development are of work representing their own personal style for their portfolio. encouraged. Students may opt to take this course for Advanced Placement Studio Art credit at their own expense by submitting a portfolio SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT completed through the work created in this course. Senior Capstone 229970 This course is also available as Advanced Placement. Grade 12 1 Elective credit (required for returning seniors only) Survey of World Art I 915110 (DE) / 916600 Pre-requisite: None Grade 11 1 Elective credit The Senior Capstone is a long-term project embedded in your Pre-requisite: None SVGS curriculum. Its purpose is to encourage you to use your This course is a traditional art history survey course. It covers academic work to design and carry out an original, significant, artistic traditions from Prehistoric art to the transition from the real-life, project outside the classroom. The project will art of the Middle Ages to the art of the Renaissance. Students demonstrate your ability to synthesize and make use of all that will learn about art from an historical and cultural perspective you are learning at SVGS by designing and implementing your during this period of time by examining major forms of artistic own authentic learning experience. This course supports the expression from world cultures including European, African, completion of your capstone project which will give you the Near Eastern, Asian, and Central, South, and Native opportunity to challenge yourself to put together your interests, American. Students will analyze and critique these artistic skills and abilities and apply them to a real-life project. Students styles in architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art will network and make professional connections in a field that media. Part of the course is also devoted to art appreciation. interests them as a possible career; grow in their ability and skill Students develop skills in evaluation and judgment through to plan and execute a project of this nature, including: increased knowledge of the range of media, techniques, and organizing and managing a complex project; finding resources; doing research; creative problem-solving; collaborating;

74 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 managing time; using technology effectively; communicating, and people skills; presenting their work to others; and honest AGRICULTURE and constructive self-evaluation. Horticulture Sciences 803400 Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits In this course, students apply the scientific principles and develop the necessary skills, habits, and attitudes for entry-level employment and advancement in areas such as floriculture, Valley Career & landscape design, greenhouse operation, nursery plant production, and turf management. They receive instruction in using soil and other plant-growing media and in identifying, Technical Center propagating, and growing horticultural plants in the greenhouse and land laboratory. Instruction is provided in safety practices and leadership development. Opportunities for dual Valley Career and Technical enrollment are available. Center (VCTC), located in Fishersville, Virginia, is an integral Recommended prior coursework or experience with: part of the public school systems of Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Augusta County, Staunton, and and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Waynesboro. It provides an extension operations; biology; decimals, fractions, and ratios; and of curricula for the seven feeder high measurement. schools of Buffalo Gap, Fort Defiance, Riverheads, Staunton High School, Stuarts Draft, Waynesboro, Career Opportunities: Arbor culturalist/Tree Surgeon, Florist, and Wilson Memorial. Through the Center, expanded Gardener, Garden Manager, Horticultural Journalist, opportunities are provided for those high school students who Ornamental Plant Grower, Park Ranger, Plant elect to apply for enrollment in a VCTC program related to their Breeder/Geneticist, Soil Scientist. chosen career objective. The center strives to provide high school students with basic technical skills, knowledge, and Floriculture 8038VT techniques for a wide variety of career pathways. Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits This course focuses on floral design and the history of the Transportation to and from VCTC is provided by public flower industry. Units include introduction to the floral school buses. Students traveling on these buses are expected to industry, basic botany, floral supplies and equipment, principles conduct themselves as mature young men and women and to of floral design, color and symmetry, and construction and adhere to state and local rules, regulations, and laws. Students mechanics of floral design. desiring to enroll at VCTC must show a genuine interest in the area of study. Interest and positive attitudes are extremely Industry certification available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam important to a student’s success in technical training and his or Recommended prior coursework or experience with: her future success in finding employment. Career Opportunities: Florist, Floral design, Bloommaker

Any student interested in enrolling in a VCTC course should Greenhouse Plant Production & Management 803500 discuss this matter as soon as possible with his or her home Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits school counselor. Application and in some cases, an interview, Students enrolled in this course learn the procedures for is required for admission. All VCTC courses are open to males operating a commercial greenhouse. Units of instruction and females, and there is no discrimination during the selection include developing plant production facilities, science process on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, application in plant production, and identification of plants. or disability. Business management and marketing skills are emphasized to prepare students for careers in the greenhouse plant production VCTC presently offers the following courses. Offerings are and management industry. Opportunities for dual enrollment subject to change from year to year. Students have some costs are available for various supplies and/or tools in each of the following courses, including an instructional fee. Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Valley Career and Technical Center offerings are listed on and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math the web at http://www.valleytech.us. Valley Career and operations; decimals, fractions, and ratios; and measurement. Technical Center courses grant one and one-half units of credit per semester. Career Opportunities: Greenhouse Worker, Plant Breeder, Plant Propagator, Greenhouse Salesperson, Quality Control VCTC has developed a Program Guide students can consult Specialist, Business Manager, Business Owner for comprehensive course/program information; this section is intended to provide an overview of the VCTC Program Guide.

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Livestock Production Management & Operating the Farm Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow 906200 Business Grade 12 1.5 Elective credits Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Minimum 2.7 GPA VT Livestock Production Management I 8 012VT Dual Enrollment Available VT Livestock Production Management II 8014VT This course will provide an intensive study in livestock Industry certification available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam. production, management, marketing, nutrition, breeding, production records, selection, animal health, waste Recommended prior coursework or experience with: management and conservation practices. Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English and Math SOLs, have taken and passed college preparatory Industry certification available: classes, and have an overall GPA of 2.7 or better. Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Career Opportunities: Livestock manager, Farm Manager, Career Opportunities: Teacher’s Aide, Classroom Teacher, Livestock Technician Athletic Coach, Corporate Trainer, School Counselor, Principal, District or State Administrator BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES COMPUTER NETWORKING SOFTWARE OPERATIONS Introduction to Culinary Arts 825000 1-YEAR PROGRAM Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: None This course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry- Introduction to Culinary Arts provides students with level home network installer jobs. It also helps students to opportunities to explore career options in the food service develop some of the skills needed to become network industry. Students investigate food safety and sanitation; technicians, computer technicians, cable installers, and help- explore culinary preparation methods; practice basic culinary desk technicians. It provides a hands-on introduction to skills; explore diverse cuisines and service styles; investigate networking and the Internet, using tools, and hardware nutrition and menu development; and examine elements of food commonly found in home and small business environments. service economies. Labs include PC installation, internet connectivity, wireless connectivity, file and print sharing, and the installation of game Recommended prior coursework or experience with: consoles, scanners, and cameras. Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Computer Network operations; decimals, fractions, and ratios; and measurement. Software Operations 665000 Grades 11-12 (36 weeks) 3 Elective credits Career Opportunities: Waiter/Waitress, Prep Cook, Short Prerequisite: Computer Systems Technology Order Cook, Line Cook, Chef, Shift Manager, Restaurant Manager Industry certification available: Network+ Certification Exam Recommended prior coursework or experience with: CULINARY ARTS Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English 2-YEAR PROGRAM and Math SOLs, as well as a keyboarding course. This program provides students with the principles of food Career Opportunities: Network Administration, Network preparation and presentation, the care and proper use of Specialist, Network Design, Web Design, Telecommunication, restaurant equipment, industry standard quality standards, and Help Desk Technician sanitation procedures. Upon successful completion of the

EDUCATION AND TRAINING ProStart program, students are prepared to obtain immediate employment or to further their professional training toward a VIRGINIA TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW rewarding career in the food service industry. Students focus on 1-YEAR PROGRAM ensuring sanitation and safety standards and also have the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest opportunity to become ServSafe certified through the National in, understanding of, and appreciation for the teaching Restaurant Association. Students build their career portfolio by profession, and allows students to explore careers in education. learning leadership skills, participating in service projects, Students build a foundation for teaching; learn the history, traveling to conferences and competitions, and getting involved structure, and governance of the profession; apply professional in the community through participation in SkillsUSA. techniques in the VTfT classroom; and reflect on their teaching. A highlight of the program is that students participate in an Opportunities for dual enrollment are available to students externship in which they assist in an actual classroom setting in the Culinary Arts program. (elementary, middle school, or high school) of their choice. Opportunities for dual enrollment are available Culinary Arts I 827500

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Grades 10-11 3 Elective credits trauma, hazardous materials, illness, injuries, and the training Prerequisite: None to handle mass casualty situations, disaster management, and terrorism awareness. The work they do often means the Credential available: ProStart I Credentialing Exam difference between life and death. Although the job can be stressful, EMTs and paramedics enjoy the challenge and Culinary Arts II 827600 excitement of their jobs and view them as an opportunity to Grade 12 3 Elective credits make a real difference. This one-year program meets the Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I sequential elective requirement. Juniors who successfully complete the EMT-B may be invited to return as a senior for Credential available: ProStart II Credentialing Exam EMT II (#8335).

Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Emergency Medical Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Technician I 833300 and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits operations; decimals, fractions, and ratios; and measurement. Prerequisite: State requirement that student be 16 years of age the first day of class Career Opportunities: Waiter/Waitress, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Line Cook, Chef, Shift or Restaurant Manager Emergency Medical Technician II 833400 HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: Emergency Medical Technician I; State DENTAL ASSISTANT requirement that student be 16 years of age the first day of 1-YEAR PROGRAM class The Dental Assistant program allows students to prepare to enter into one of the fastest growing occupations in the nation. Credential available: EMT B Certification In this one-year program, students will obtain a Dental Assistant Certificate which will enable them to obtain an entry- Recommended prior coursework or experience with: level position in a dental practice. Using a hands-on approach Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English, along with dental theory, students will learn seating and 8th-grade Math, and Biology SOLs. positioning of patients; oral evaluation procedures; basic tray set-ups; passing of dental instruments; dental sterilization; Career Opportunities: City, State, & Federal Fire Departments; taking, pouring and trimming alginate impressions; coronal Private & Hospital-based Transport Services; Industry Clinics; polishing procedures; and radiology theory. Students will Hospital Emergency Departments & Clinics receive training in First Aid and CPR. Introduction to Health & Medical Sciences 830200 Dental Assistant I 832800 Grades 10-12 1.5 Elective credits Grade 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None This course introduces the student to a variety of health care careers and develops basic skills required in all health and Dental Assistant II 832900 medical sciences occupations. The course is designed to help Grade 11-12 1.5 Elective credits students understand the key elements of the U.S. health care Prerequisite: Dental Assistant I system; basic health care terminology; the anatomy and physiology of each body system pathologies; diagnostic and Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam clinical procedures; and the fundamentals of traumatic and medical emergency care. In addition, instruction includes the Recommended prior coursework or experience with: basics of medical laboratory procedures, pharmacology Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English fundamentals, biotechnology concepts, and communication and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math skills essential for providing quality patient care. operations and measurement. Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Career Opportunities: Dental Hygienist, Dental Laboratory Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Technician, Dental Sales, Dental Office Manager, and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Administrative Assistant, Dental Assistant operations; decimals, fractions, and ratios; and measurement.

Career Opportunities: Home Health Assistant, Nursing EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN – BASIC Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, Registered Nurse, 1-YEAR PROGRAM Physician’s Assistant, Orderly, Resident Care Aide, Practical Emergency Medical Technicians are part of one of the three Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician public safety divisions (EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement). Their job includes the daily routine of dealing with crisis,

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NURSE AIDE 1-YEAR PROGRAM VETERINARY ASSISTANT The Nurse Aide program provides students with basic health 2-YEAR PROGRAM career skills. The skills include bathing patients, moving and The Veterinary Assistant program introduces students into the lifting patients, taking and recording vital signs, feeding field of veterinary medicine. Students will explore various patients, and assisting with activities of daily living. Students careers in veterinary science and learn specific skills as a are given the opportunity to qualify for Virginia State Board veterinary assistant. This class teaches small and large animal Certification testing to obtain their Certified Nursing Assistant health care and how to assist the veterinarian with routine (CNA). examinations, covering such areas as proper feeding and nutrition, animal grooming, administering medication, Nurse Aide I 836000 understanding disease and prevention, safe animal handling, Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits and facility maintenance. This program can provide the skills Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed essential for becoming a veterinary assistant or can prepare the Biology before enrolling in Health Careers. Each student will student for further study in the veterinary field. Students work need to contact his/her physician, pediatrician, or health care in both a lab and a classroom setting. They will work with live clinic in order to receive a two-step PPD, which is a animals on a daily basis. requirement due to clinical rotations in the health care setting. Veterinary Science I 831000 Grades 10-11 3 Elective credits Nurse Aide II 836200 Grade 12 1.5 Elective credits Veterinary Science II 831100 Prerequisite: Nurse Aide I Grades 11-12 3 Elective credits Prerequisite: Veterinary Assistant I Credential available: Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) (Virginia Dual Enrollment Available Board of Nursing) Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English, 8th-grade Math, and Biology SOLs, and have experience with 8th-grade Math, and Biology SOLs, and have experience with basic math operations, measurement (standard and metric), and charting and graphing, algebra, and basic chemistry. ratios/proportions.

Career Opportunities: Home Health, Nursing, or Personal Care Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam; Vet Assistant; Orderly; Resident Care Aide assistant

Patient Care Technician 830300 Career Opportunities: Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Grade 12 Technician, Laboratory and/or Animal Shelter Caretaker, Prerequisite: Nurse Aide II Kennel Attendance, Groomer

Normal growth and development, simple body structure and function, and medical terminology. Upon completion of the TRADE AND INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION course, students will master skills performing ECGs, basic medical, lab and exam procedures, drawing blood, and AUTO BODY TECHNOLOGY providing basic patient care. Nurse Aide II required. 18-MONTH PROGRAM The Auto Body Technology program provides training in Industry certification available: PCT Certification collision repair and automotive construction, frame/wheel alignment, body panel repair, flexible parts repair and Career Opportunities: Hospital, Nursing home, Family Practice refinishing, fiberglass repair, interior trim and glass Office replacement, MIG welding, urethane refinishing, base coat/clear coat refinishing, custom painting, spot and panel Pharmacy Technician I 830500 repairs, restoration, and estimating. Upon completion of the Grades 11-12 program, students will be able to correctly analyze all types of 1-yr program body damage and to restore vehicles to their original appearance. The coursework will fulfill the requirements of the Board of Pharmacy. Auto Body Technology I 867600 Industry certification available: National Board Certification Grades 10-11 3 Elective credits

Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prerequisite: None Career Opportunities: Pharmacy, Pharmacist

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First year students focus on topics such as how to sand, apply body putty, finish and polish a car, mask and paint a car, repair Career Opportunities: Alignment Specialist, Auto Technician, small dents, weld, and work with fiberglass. Brake Specialist, Exhaust & Emissions Control Specialist, Service Writer, Service Technician, Auto Parts Specialist Auto Body Technology II 867700 Grades 11-12 3 Elective credits WOODWORKING DESIGN AND FABRICATION Prerequisite: Auto Body Repair I 1-YEAR PROGRAM Second year emphasizes framework according to I-CAR and Students learn workshop and tool safety and employability ASE standards, color matching, and estimating repair costs. skills as they practice reading blueprints; estimating and selecting materials; cutting and shaping stock; assembling, Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam fastening, and installing components; and finishing surfaces. The technical, problem-solving, design, and creative skills Recommended prior coursework or experience with: learned in Cabinetmaking can be applied to any number of Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English industries well beyond construction trades and professions, and and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math can prepare students for lifelong learning and success. operations such as fractions and ratios, metric measurement and fluid measurement, and estimating. Woodworking Design & Career Opportunities: Auto Body Repair & Restoration, Fabrication I 860401 Unibody Specialist & Assistant, Refinishing Specialist & Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits Assistant, Automotive Graphics Specialist, Claims Adjuster, Prerequisite: None Vehicle Prep Person, Frame Specialist & Assistant, Parts Specialist & Assistant Woodworking Design & Fabrication II 860501 AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits 2-YEAR PROGRAM Prerequisite: Woodworking Design and Fabrication I The Automotive Technology program provides a thorough understanding of automotive fundamentals and the skills Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam needed to inspect, diagnose, repair, or make adjustments to vehicles. Upon completion of the program students will have a Recommended prior coursework or experience with: broad base work with electronic diagnostic equipment and Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English computer-based technical reference materials. Emphasis will be and Math SOLs. placed on maintenance and of knowledge on the workings and interactions of vehicle components as well as the ability to Career Opportunities: Apprentice, Cabinetmaker, Finisher & Light Repair-G, ASE Certificate preparation, and Motor Laminator, Machine Operator, Kitchen & Bath Designer, Vehicle Safety Inspection Licensure throughout all phases of Kitchen & Bath Sales Agent, Cabinet Shop Supervisor, Installer this program. Students also work to complete S/P2, Safety Training for the Automotive Industry. Students will receive CARPENTRY OSHA training as well as EPA Certification as part of the S/P2 2-YEAR PROGRAM training. This program provides students with an understanding of the Automotive Technician I 850600 terminology and skills used in residential construction. Grades 10-11 3 Elective credits Instruction is given in power/hand tool use, accurate Prerequisite: None measurement, safety procedures, and blueprint reading. In the first year, 60% of the class time is allocated to automotive theory in the classroom and 40% to shop/laboratory work. Carpentry I 860100 Grade 11 3 Elective credits Automotive Technician II 850700 Prerequisite: None Grades 11-12 3 Elective credits First year carpentry students focus on small projects to increase Prerequisite: Automotive Technology I their understanding of the tools and machines used in the The second year is comprised of 30% automotive theory and carpentry trade. 70% hands-on laboratory/shop work, and training is geared toward achieving ASE Certification. Carpentry II 860200 Grade 12 3 Elective credits Credential available: ASE Student Certification Prerequisite: Carpentry I The second year carpentry program includes all aspects of Recommended prior coursework or experience with: residential carpentry from foundations to floor finishes and in Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English cooperation with other VCTC programs, builds a 1,700 square and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math foot house. operation, decimals to the thousandths place, metric measurement, fluid measurement, and estimating. Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam

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Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Basic Cosmetology II 852800 math operations, adding and subtracting fractions, geometry, Grade 12 3 Elective credits and measurement (reading a ruler to 1/16”). Prerequisite: Cosmetology I Second year students continue to prepare for the state board Career Opportunities: Apprentice, Commercial & Residential exam and become a licensed Cosmetologist. Construction, Drywall Installer, Sales Person in Building Supplies, Siding Installer, Roofer, Framer, Cabinetmaker Credential: Cosmetology License from Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 1-YEAR PROGRAM Recommended prior coursework or experience with: This program prepares the student for the CompTIA A+ Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Certification, which is an entry-level certification for the IT and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math industry. A combination of on-line curriculum and hands-on operations, decimals and fractions, and technical vocabulary. labs are used. Students learn how hardware and software work together; how to disassemble/reassemble computer systems; Career Opportunities: Hairstylist/Barber, Beauty Salon/Barber and how to troubleshoot hardware, software, and various Shop Owner, Make-up Artist, Manufacturer’s Representative, computer peripherals, including printers and laptops. Students Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Manager, Nail Technician, Skin are introduced to networking and crate network cables, peer-to- Care Technician, Cosmetics Salesperson peer networks, and shared files and printers. Students learn how to design and install networks, configure routers, configure CRIMINAL JUSTICE switches, subnetting, setting up VLANs, and security on wired 1-YEAR PROGRAM and wireless networks. The Criminal Justice program is designed to provide students with a wide variety of skills and knowledge necessary to enter Computer Systems one of the many employment areas associated with criminal Technology I 862200 justice. Students will be provided an overview of the American Grades 10- 12 1.5 Elective credits criminal justice system. In addition to practical experiences, Prerequisite: None training is provided in both CPR and Basic First Aid. Students may also receive their Incident Command Certificate. Computer Systems Opportunities for dual enrollment are available to students Technology II 862300 in the Criminal Justice Program. Grades 10-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: Computer Systems Technology I Criminal Justice I 870200 Credential available: CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: None Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Duel Enrollment Available Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Criminal Justice II 870300 operations, measurement, and physical science. Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: Criminal Justice I Career Opportunities: Network Administration, Network Duel Enrollment Available Specialist, Network Design, Web Design, Telecommunication, Help Desk Technician Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam

COSMETOLOGY Recommended prior coursework or experience with: 2-YEAR PROGRAM Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English The Cosmetology program, regulated by the Virginia State and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Board of Cosmetology, is a competency-based program which operations, standard and metric measurement, report writing, prepares students to take the state examination to become and reading comprehension. licensed cosmetologists. This examination has both a written component and a practical demonstration of basic cosmetology Career Opportunities: DEA, Police Departments, Private tasks. In addition to laboratory and hands-on instruction, Security, Criminal Law, Private Law Practice, Secret Service, students learn sanitation and hygiene, anatomy, physiology, and Sheriff’s Department, Private Investigation, Corrections, NCIS, recognition of skin and scalp ailments. Homeland Security, State Police Agencies, Forensic Investigation, FBI, Juvenile Services Cosmetology I 852700 Grade 11 3 Elective credits DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY Prerequisite: None 2-YEAR PROGRAM First year students spend 50% of class time in theory and 50% This program offers instruction in diesel engine overhaul and in lab/hands-on activities. fuel, mechanical, and electronic injection systems. Other topics

80 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019 covered include the maintenance and repair of air brakes, power troubleshooting, as well as on-site maintenance of school trains, electrical, and hydraulic systems. During this two-year lighting and power systems. Students also complete the OSHA program, students will be provided instruction in the eight areas 10-hour construction safety program. on which ASE heavy-duty truck certification tests are based. Opportunities for dual enrollment are available to students Credential: NOCTI Credentialing Exam in the Diesel Technology program. Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Diesel Equipment Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Technology I 861300 and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Grade 11 3 Elective credits operations, measurement, and understanding scales. Prerequisite: None Career Opportunities: Electrician, Control Electrician, First year students receive instruction in the proper use of hand Industrial Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Maintenance tools and shop tools, fasteners, hydraulics, preventative maintenance and the repair and rebuilding of diesel engines. Electrician, Qualified Craft Worker

Diesel Equipment FIRE FIGHTER Technology II 861400 1-YEAR PROGRAM Grade 12 3 Elective credits Students will learn about the exciting field of public safety and Prerequisite: Diesel Equipment Technology I working closely with the area fire and rescue departments. At Second year students are instructed in diesel fuel systems, the end of the course, students meeting all of the state electrical and electronics systems, air conditioning, and power requirements and passing the state exams will be certified at trains. the Firefighter I; Firefighter II; First Aid/CPR; Hazardous Materials Operations; NREMT-Basic; and ICS 100, 200, 700, Credential available: ASE Student Certification & NOCTI and 800 level. Students must be 16 years of age by September Credentialing Exam 1st of the year they enroll. Students will also become proficient in the use of ropes, ladders, hoses, nozzles, and personal Recommended prior coursework or experience with: protective equipment, to include self-contained breathing Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English apparatus and fire extinguisher use. In addition, students will and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math learn the procedures for forcible entry and making rescues. operations, decimals to the thousandths place, fractions, metric This course will involve fire suppression techniques to include measurement, fluid measurement, and computer operations. salvage and overhaul. Throughout this course students will be learning the physics and chemistry of fire, building Career Opportunities: Bus Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Fleet construction, fire detection systems, and proper Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic, Inspector communications.

ELECTRICITY Firefighting I 870500 2-YEAR PROGRAM Grades 10-12 1.5 Elective credits This program provides a foundation for students who want a Prerequisite: Due to the strenuous activity involved in Fire career in one of the many aspects of electrical work. The Fighter, all students will need to complete a physical exam program begins with basic electrical theory for AC (alternating with a physician using a VCTC form. This physical must be current), power generation and distribution for both residential completed by August 1. Students who are not recommended and commercial installations, and inside and outside wiring for entry by a physician will not be able to enter this program. methods. Studying and understanding the National Electrical Also, students must be 16 years old on the first day of class Code is an integral part of all instruction. Training is provided (no exceptions). Students must have completed English 10 in both CPR and First Aid. with a grade of “C” or above.

Electricity I 853300 Credential available: Firefighter I Certification Grade 11 3 Elective credits Prerequisite: None Recommended prior coursework or experience with: First year focuses primarily on residential wiring and National Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Electrical Coding studies, as well as familiarization with and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math electrical tools, equipment, volt/ohm/ammeters, etc. Students operations, chemistry, physics, and measurements. should expect 50% classroom instruction and 50% shop work. Career Opportunities: City, State, & Federal Fire Departments; Private Fire Contractors/Private Industry Electricity II 853400 Grade 12 3 Elective credits HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND Prerequisite: Electricity I REFRIGERATION Second year focuses on commercial and industrial wiring and 2-YEAR PROGRAM

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This program provides training for a career in heating and air Algebra, and Geometry, completed one foundation technology conditioning fields. Coursework will include learning the basic course. heating and cooling cycles, basic electricity (including electrical and electronic controls), oil furnaces, natural gas and Career Opportunities: Manufacturing Technician, Maintenance propane heating systems, heat pumps, and basic system layout Engineer, Process Engineer and design. Other skills focused on include pipefitting, brazing, refrigeration theory, troubleshooting, equipment selection and MASONRY use of tools, system repairs, system maintenance, and customer 1-YEAR PROGRAM relations. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) This one-year program provides a complete overview of the requirements for refrigerant handling are covered and principles of masonry. Topics covered include the proper use, certification testing is offered, as well as 10-hour OSHA care, and handling of tools and machines, equipment, and certification. materials found in the masonry trade. Students will learn to lay brick and block, build footings and foundations, do straight wall Heating, Ventilation, Air work and corner building, build arches and columns, plan and Conditioning & Refrigeration I 850300 build fireplaces and chimneys, and read blueprints. Students Grade 11 3 Elective credits will also learn ornamental brickwork, layout work, building Prerequisite: None footings, foundations, chimneys, and fireplaces. Instruction is also given in blueprint reading and in the principles of trade Heating, Ventilation, Air technology. Conditioning & Refrigeration II 850400 Grade 12 3 Elective credits Masonry I 851200 Prerequisite: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Refrigeration I Prerequisite: None

Credential available: EPA Core Exam/Technician Universal Masonry II 851300 Certification, NOCTI Credentialing Exam Grades 11-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: Masonry I Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math operations, measurement, fractions, and reading graphs and Recommended prior coursework or experience with: charts. Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math Career Opportunities: Plant Maintenance Worker, Supply operations, fractions, decimals, and measurement. Salesperson, HVAC Technician, Heating Mechanic, Engineering Laboratory Technician, Mechanical Engineer Career Opportunities: Laborer, Bricklayer, Mason’s Tender, Technician Brick Mason, Stone Mason, Masonry Contractor

MANUFACTURING PRECISION MACHINING 1-YEAR PROGRAM 2-YEAR PROGRAM This course provides an orientation to careers in various fields The demand for precision machinists is growing along with the of manufacturing. Emphasis will be placed on manufacturing resurgence of the U.S. manufacturing industry. Machinists are systems, safety, materials, production, business concepts, and highly skilled, creative problem solvers who are task-oriented the manufacturing process. Students participate in individual and self-directed individuals. In this program, students are and team activities to create products that demonstrate critical taught safety awareness and the foundations of machining, elements of manufacturing. including how to accurately apply measurements, use engineering drawings and sketches, and apply metalworking Manufacturing Systems I 842500 theory in order to efficiently plan, manage, and perform general Grades 10-12 1 Elective credits machine maintenance and machining jobs. Students will be Prerequisite: None introduced to basic Computer Numeric Control (CNC) concepts, basic G and M code programming, and set-up Manufacturing Systems II 842700 techniques for several types of CNC machines. Grades 10-12 1 Elective credits Prerequisite: Manufacturing Systems I Precision Machining Technology I 853900 Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam Grade 11 3 Elective credits Prerequisite: None Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prospective students should have passed 10th grade English, Precision Machining Technology II 854000

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Grade 12 3 Elective credits Welding II 867300 Prerequisite: Precision Machining Technology I Grade 12 3 Elective credits Prerequisite: Welding I Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam In the second year, the emphasis will be placed on Mig and Tig Recommended prior coursework or experience with: welding and completing various projects using these Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English techniques. Students will be encouraged to work on welding and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math certifications throughout the second year, including plate and operations, decimals and fractions, measurement, performing pipe certifications in Mig, Tig, and stick welding. simple equations, and working within precise limits or standards of accuracy. Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam

Career Opportunities: Machine Operator, Machinist, Tool & Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Die Maker, Quality Control Specialist, CNC Operator, CNC Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math operations, decimals and fractions, measurement, performing SMALL ENGINE TECHNOLOGY simple equations, and working within precise limits or 1-YEAR PROGRAM standards of accuracy. Students in Small Engine Technology learn to safely maintain and repair small internal-combustion engines used on portable Career Opportunities: Welder, Supervisor, Shop Owner, Pipe power equipment such as lawnmowers, string trimmers, rotary Fitter, Salesperson, Engineer, Inspector, Instructor drilling, tillers, outboard engines, and other two- and four-cycle engines. framing, and blueprint reading. In the classroom, students will Students learn to diagnose and service manual starting systems, learn metallurgy as it relates to welding. ignition systems, cooling systems, and exhaust systems.

Small Engine Technology I 872500 Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: None

Small Engine Technology II 872600 Grades 9-12 1.5 Elective credits Prerequisite: Small Engine Technology I

Credential available: NOCTI Credentialing Exam

Recommended prior coursework or experience with: Prospective students should have passed the 8th-grade English and Math SOLs, and have experience with basic math operations (such as fractions and ratios), metric measurement, fluid measurement, and estimating.

Career Opportunities: Small Engine Mechanic, Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanic, Motorcycle Mechanic, Small Engine Parts Sales Associate, Outdoor Power Equipment Sales Associate

WELDING 2-YEAR PROGRAM This program provides students with the opportunities to develop a variety of skills in welding, metal work, and other aspects of the metal trades. Laboratory experiences include layout work using a variety of measuring devices, cutting, drilling, framing, and blueprint reading. In the classroom students will learn metallurgy as it relates to welding.

Welding I 867200 Grade 11 3 Elective credits Prerequisite: None In the first year, students will complete a variety of metal projects using Arc and oxyacetylene welding techniques.