WINDERMERE HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE

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2021-2022

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Dear Wolverines, Windermere High School Profile 1 Welcome to Windermere High School where General Information 3 “Achieving Greatness with Honor” is our motto! Our Curriculum Guide outlines Pre-Major Courses of study offered Graduation Requirements 4 to students. Registration time gives you an opportunity to stop, reflect and consider carefully your opportunities Diploma Designations 5 available here at WHS. Your selections should support your Advanced Placement 6 efforts and develop your talents and skills. Your choices will help you build your academic foundation for the future. The Dual Enrollment 7 registration process is a critical piece of building that future. Please read the descriptions and requirements carefully. Pre-Major Options 8 Discuss the options with your parents, and ask questions of Course Catalog Begins 11 your teachers and counselors. Our teachers and staff stand ready to encourage and support your academic journey. Agriscience 11 Our teachers and staff have worked hard to establish a rigorous curriculum based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Biomedical 11 Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). We challenge you to Business Management 12 strive to achieve the highest levels in all your endeavors. We believe all students have the potential to complete college Engineering 13 level courses or even earn an Associate of Arts Degree while at Windermere High School. We encourage you to challenge Heath & Physical Education 14 yourself with honors, Advanced Placement, Cambridge or Hospitality & Tourism 15 Dual Enrollment courses. Course selection allows you to begin an adventure through which you will learn and define not Language Arts 16 only who you are, but also what you can become. Windermere High School is establishing a tradition Language Arts Electives 17 of excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts. We Mathematics 18 encourage you to participate fully in the high school experience and to involve yourself in our school community. NDCC (JROTC) 20 As you continue on your academic journey as a Wolverine keep this in mind “Do not go where the path may lead; go Performing Arts 21 instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” Science 23 - Ralph Waldo Emerson Service Electives 25 Sincerely, Social Studies 26

Douglas J. Guthrie Technology 28 Visual Arts 29

World Languages 30

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 1

WINDERMERE 5523 Winter Garden Vineland Road Windermere, Florida 34786 HIGH SCHOOL

(407) 347-0980 “ACHIEVING GREATNESS WITH HONOR”

windermerehs.ocps.net Our Mission

Est. 2017 To lead our students to success with the support and involvement of families and the community.

School Counselors Douglas J. Guthrie Principal Luis Feliciano (A – Bon) [email protected] Lyndsay Campbell (Boo – Cov) [email protected] Bianca Medina (Cow – Fer) [email protected] High School Code Kristin Wilkin (Fes – Ha) [email protected] 100180 NaQuanda Mack (He – Lee) [email protected] Keyonata Granberry (Lef – Med) [email protected] Rachel Woodward (Mee – Pat) [email protected] Jenna Rogers (Pau – Ro) [email protected] Home of Mea Clark (Ru – The) [email protected] the LeAnn Lloyd (Thi – Z) [email protected]

Wolverines College and Career Counselor Nancy Laurenzana [email protected]

SAT Windermere High School is located approximately 18 Average SAT score for Windermere High School is 1085. miles southwest of Orlando Average SAT score for Orange County Public Schools is 998. and serves a suburban Average SAT score for the State of Florida is 1033. residential community that consists of parts of ACT Windermere, Winter

Garden and Orlando. It was Average ACT score for Windermere High School is 21. established in 2017 and is

one of 21 traditional high schools in the Orange School Ethnicity County Public School System. It serves 4,000 students. Windermere High School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI).

The school year consists of Free or Reduced Lunch Participation two semesters, both 18 weeks long. The daily 23% of the student population at Windermere High School participates in the National School Lunch Program schedule consists of seven which provides lunch to students at a reduced price or free of cost. 45 minute classes. A student can earn 7 credits per school year and are required to have 24 to graduate.

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 2 Pre-Majors

Windermere High School offers 9 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) pre-majors Student Life to students. These pre-majors are a focused curriculum designed to help students adapt to the future demands of post-secondary education. The pre-majors offered at Windermere High School are: Windermere High School offers a number of various • Accounting & Business • Digital Design clubs, organizations and • Agriculture • Engineering sports. • AICE • Liberal Arts • Arts • National Defense Cadet Corps (ROTC) • Biomedical Science • Tourism & Marketing Management

Graduation Requirements In addition to the pre-majors listed, students also have the opportunity to earn additional industry certifications.

4 English Credits Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education 4 Math Credits

3 Science Credits Beginning with the Class of 2022, Windermere High School offers the Cambridge AICE Diploma Program. 3 Social Studies Credits 1 Fine Art Credit 1 Physical Education/Health Advanced Placement Courses Offered Credit 8 Elective Credits Art History English Literature and Composition Psychology 1 Online Course Biology Environmental Science Spanish Language and Culture 2.0 Unweighted GPA Calculus AB European History Spanish Literature and Culture Calculus BC French Language and Culture Statistics Capstone Research Human Geography Studio Art: 2D Design Capstone Seminar Macroeconomics Studio Art: 3D Design Chemistry Microeconomics Studio Art: Drawing Grading Scale Comparative Government & Politics Music Theory United States Government & Politics Computer Science A Physics 1: Algebra-Based Statistics United States History A 90 – 100% Computer Science Principles Physics 2: Algebra-Based World History B 80 – 89% English Language and Composition Physics C: Mechanics C 70 – 79% D 60 – 69% Students at Windermere High School can start taking AP courses in their freshman year and are not limited on the amount of AP courses they can take. Typically, Freshman take one AP course, Sophomores take two AP F Below 60% courses and Juniors and Seniors take multiple AP courses.

Honors Courses Offered

Quality Points Agriscience Foundations Debate 3 and 4 Physics Algebra 1 Draw 3 Pre-Calculus Regular Course Algebra 2 Economics with Financial Literacy Principles of Biomedical Science A 4 Points Anatomy & Physiology English 1 Principles of Engineering B 3 Points Art 2D 3 English 2 Probability & Statistics C 2 Points Art 3D 3 English 3 Spanish 3 and 4 D 1 Point Band 5 and 6 English 4 Theatre 3 and 4 Biology French 3 United States Government F 0 Points Ceramics 3 Geometry United States History Chemistry Human Body Systems World History Honors Course Chorus 5 and 6 Introduction to Engineering Design A 5 Points Dance Techniques 3 Marine Science B 4 Points C 3 Points Dual Enrollment D 1 Point

F 0 Points Dual Enrollment is available to students through Valencia College, University of Central Florida, University of Florida and Orange Technical College. College dual enrollment courses are offered to high school students Advanced Placement grades 9 – 12 with a minimum unweighted grade point average of 3.0 – 3.5 and applicable standardized test A 6 Points scores. The requirement for the Technical College is a 2.0 and applicable standardized test scores. B 5 Points C 4 Points D 1 Point F 0 Points

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 3 General Information

PROMOTION CRITERIA GRADING SCALE

Freshman 0-4.5 credits A = 90 - 100 Sophomore 5-10.5 credits B = 80 - 89 Junior 11-17.5 credits C = 70 - 79 Senior 18-24 credits D = 60 - 69 F = below 60

Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) Cumulative Grade Point Averages are based on final grades only. This average is computed by dividing the total number of quality points earned by the total number of courses attempted.

Unweighted Weighted courses Weighted courses (The GPA used for graduation and (Honors and Pre-AICE Courses) (AP, AICE and Dual Enrollment Col- course requirements) lege & Vocational courses)

A = 4 A = 5 A = 6 B = 3 B = 4 B = 5 C = 2 C = 3 C = 4 D = 1 D = 1 D = 1 F = 0 F = 0 F = 0

High School Grade Forgiveness Under state policy, students who earn a grade of D or F in a class may retake that course or a similar course to improve their grade. The higher grade (C or better), will replace the D or F in the GPA. However, the original grade will remain on the transcript. Students who earned a C or below in the course in middle school, may also repeat for grade forgiveness.

Class Rank Class rank is calculated twice a year for 11th and 12th graders: At the beginning of the school year and at the beginning of the 2nd semester.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian are determined using the weighted rank at the end of the seventh semester. In the event of a tie, the students will share the honor of the title of Co- Valedictorian and/or Co-Salutatorian.

Bright Futures Scholarships This scholarship rewards students for their academic achievements during high school by providing funding for them to pursue further educational and career goals. This scholarship program has three award levels: 1) Florida Academic Scholars Award, 2) Florida Medallion Scholars Award, 3) and Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award. Each award level has different academic criteria for eligibility and awards a different dollar amount. All state scholarships, eligibility requirements, and award amounts are subject to change pending legislative action. Questions relating to confidential information about eligibility should go to the BRIGHT FUTURES HOTLINE at 1-888-827-2004 or floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/. Student loan information: www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org.

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Students Entering Grade Nine in the 2014-2015 School Year and Forward Academic Advisement Flyer—What Students and Parents Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions 24-Credit Standard Diploma

What are the diploma options? 4 Credits ELA Students must successfully complete one of the following diploma • ELA 1, 2, 3, 4. options: • ELA honors, AP, AICE, IB and dual enrollment courses may • 24-credit standard diploma satisfy this requirement. • 18-credit Academically Challenging Curriculum to Enhance 4 Credits Mathematics Learning (ACCEL) • Advanced International Certificate of Education • One of which must be Algebra 1 and one of which must be (AICE) curriculum Geometry. • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma curriculum • Industry certifications that lead to college credit may substitute for up to two mathematics credits (except for What are the state assessment requirements? Students must pass Algebra 1 and Geometry). the following statewide assessments: • An identified rigorous computer science course with a related • Grade 10 English Language Arts (ELA) or a concordant score industry certification may substitute for up to one • Algebra 1 end-of-course (EOC) or a comparative score mathematics credit (except for Algebra 1 or higher-level Refer to Graduation mathematics). Requirements for Florida’s 3 Credits Science Statewide Assessments for concordant and comparative • One of which must be Biology 1, two of which must equally scores. rigorous science courses. • Two of the three required course credits must have a Students enrolled in the following courses must participate in the laboratory component. EOC assessments, which constitute 30 percent of the final course • Industry certifications that lead to college credit may grade:* substitute for up to one science credit (except for Biology 1). • Algebra 1 • Geometry • An identified rigorous computer science course with a related • Biology 1 • U.S. History industry certification may substitute for up to one science credit (except for Biology 1 or higher-level science). *Special note: Thirty percent not applicable if not enrolled in the course but passed the EOC (credit acceleration program [CAP]).

What is the CAP? 3 Credits Social Studies The CAP program allows a student to earn high school credit if the • 1 credit in World History student passes an Advanced Placement (AP) examination, a College • 1 credit in U.S. History Level Examination Program (CLEP) or a statewide course assessment • 0.5 credit in U.S. Government without enrollment in the course. The courses include the following • 0.5 credit in Economics with Financial Literacy subjects: • Algebra 1 • Geometry 1 Credit Fine and Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or • Biology 1 • U.S. History Practical Arts* 1 Credit Physical Education* What is the distinction between the 18-credit ACCEL option and the 24-credit option? • To include the integration of health • 3 elective credits instead of 8 • Physical Education is not required 8 Elective Credits

• Online course is not required 1 Online Course All other graduation requirements for a 24-credit standard diploma must be met (per section * Eligible courses are • Students must meet the state assessment requirements (see specified in the 1003.4282(3)(a)-(e), Florida Statutes [F.S.]). Frequently Asked Questions). Florida Course Code Directory. • Students must earn a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale for all cohort years.

Page 5 Diploma Designations

Diploma Designations In addition to the standard diploma, students have the opportunity to graduate with a diploma designation. In order to receive either designation, students must fulfill standard high school graduation requirements and the following:

Scholar Designation • Algebra 2

• Statistics or equally rigorous course • Pass the Geometry, Biology, and U.S. History EOC • Chemistry or Physics • Course equally rigorous to chemistry or physics

• Earn 2 credits in the same world language • Earn at least 1 credit in Advanced Placement (AP), IB, AICE, or a dual enrollment course

Merit Designation • Attain one or more industry certifications from the list established (per s. 1003.492, F.S.)

Florida Seal of Biliteracy • Silver Seal of Biliteracy - 4 Foreign Language Credits in the same foreign language with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale - Pass the AP Language Exam with a Level 3 or higher

• Gold Seal of Biliteracy - 4 Foreign Language Credits in the same foreign language with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale - Pass the Grade 10 FSA ELA with a Level 4 or higher - Pass the AP Language Exam with a Level 4 or higher

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 6 Advanced Placement (AP)

The AP Program is a cooperative educational endeavor with the College Board. AP courses require extra reading and analysis time on the part of the student. AP exams are given during May, with scores of 1-5 being reported to colleges of choice. During the enrollment process, please visit with your counselor regarding AP courses you may wish to take.

Why Take Advanced Placement? AP courses offer the same depth and difficulty of college courses but students have twice the time to complete the course. Each course is weighted and a student may earn college credit if a passing score is obtained on the exam.

Subject Area Art Studio Art 2D Studio Art 3D Drawing Portfolio Art History Comparative Computer Science Environmental Electives Computer Science A European History Government Principles Science Electives Music Theory Psychology Capstone Research Capstone Seminar Continued English English Language English Literature Math Statistics Calculus AB Calculus BC Science Biology Chemistry Physics Physics II Physics C Human Micro and Social Studies World History US History Government Geography Macroeconomics World Spanish French Italian Languages

Advanced Placement Course Guidelines:  AP courses require a year-long commitment and changes will be limited.  The AP exam in May is a requirement; Students must take the AP exam for every course s/he is enrolled.

AP Capstone Diploma Option and Certificate

AP Capstone is built on the foundation of a two-year high school course sequence - AP Seminar and AP Research - and is designed to complement and enhance the in-depth discipline-specific study provided through AP courses.

Benefits: • Provides a setting to build on the knowledge and rigorous coursework of AP in an interdisciplinary format • Offers a unique opportunity to distinguish oneself to colleges and universities • Provides the opportunity for students to explore real-world issues impacting them, from a cross-curricular perspective

AP Capstone Certificate AP Capstone Diploma Four AP courses Four AP courses + AP Seminar (11th grade) + AP Seminar (11th grade) + AP Research (12th grade) + AP Research (12th grade) **AP Exam score of 3 or higher on both **AP Exam score of 3 or higher AP Seminar and AP Research on AP Seminar, AP Research, and four additional AP courses

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 7 Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment is an articulated acceleration mechanism open to secondary students who are attending public high school. To enroll in dual enrollment academic courses, students must demonstrate a readiness to successfully complete college level course work and have attained a qualifying grade point average. Students who participate in dual enrollment have the opportunity to earn both high school and college or technical education credit at the same time. Windermere High School offers several different programs with the requirements outlined below. If interested in dual enrollment, please visit with your counselor regarding application deadlines and course selections.

Valencia College University of Central Florida https://valenciacollege.edu/dual/public- https://www.ucf.edu/admissions/undergraduat school.cfm e/dual-enrollment-early-admission/

• 3.0 unweighted GPA • Must be a high school junior or senior at the time of application • 3.8 GPA recalculated by UCF using aca- • Obtain college ready test scores in all demic core classes only three sections of one or a combination of • SAT—1330 composite score OR the following tests: • ACT—28 composite Score • PERT— • Must provide your own transportation Reading 106 Writing 103 Math 114 (Intermediate Algebra) Orange Technical College Math 123 (College Algebra) If interested e-mail: • ACT— [email protected] Reading 19

Writing 17 Must be at least 16 years of age Math 19 (Intermediate Algebra) • 2.0 unweighted GPA Math 21 (College Algebra) • • Must be on target for graduation • SAT— Transportation is provided Reading 24 • Programs include: Writing 25 • - 3-D Animation Technology Math 24 (Intermediate Algebra) - Automotive Service Technology Math 26.5 (College Algebra) - Barbering/Cosmetology - Building Construction Technology - Culinary Arts - Diesel Systems Technician University of Florida - Digital Audio/Media/Photography/Video http://dualenrollment.dce.ufl.edu/ - Drafting - Electricity • Fully online program - Emergency Medical Technician • Must be a high school junior or senior - Game/Simulation/Animation Design • 3.6 unweighted GPA - Machining Technologies • SAT—1100 composite score OR - Medical Assisting • ACT—22 composite score OR - Pharmacy Technician • PSAT—1130 composite score - Sport, Recreation and Entertainment - Welding Technology

Page 8 Windermere High Pre-Majors

Windermere High School offers students the opportunity to select a focused curriculum with through a variety of pre-majors. The pre-majors are designed to provide students with the opportunity to explore an area in depth, gain real world experience, and college credit and/or industry certifications.

Students will select a pre-major upon entering Windermere High School. One course each year will be in the students’ selected pre-major.

Year 4 Pre-Major Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 (optional)

Animal Science and Services - The content includes but is not limited to planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor Animal Animal Animal Agriscience issues, community issues, health, safety and Science and Science and Science and Foundations 1 environmental issues, and the use and care of animal Services 2 Services 3 Services 4 health-care instruments, animal grooming equipment, animal restraining equipment, and laboratory equipment.

Agriculture Forestry - The content includes but is not limited to planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, Forestry and Forestry and community issues, and health, safety, and environmental Agriscience Natural Natural Forestry 4 Foundations 1 issues with a specific focus in the areas of urban forest; Resources 2 Resources 3 timber marketing; business management skills; measuring trees and forest volume; silvicultural systems; prescribed burning; preventative maintenance.

The Cambridge AICE Diploma is an international pre- university curriculum that prepares learners for honors degree programs. It lets schools offer a broad curriculum by recognizing the achievements of learners who pass examinations in subjects drawn from across the curriculum. This is an application-based pre-major which AICE See Course Request Form must be started by the beginning of the student's 10th grade year. The program requires students to have completed Algebra 1 with an A or B and a 3 or higher on the Algebra 1 EOC prior to entering 9th grade, and scoring a 4 or 5 on the 8th Grade ELA FSA or in at least the 70th percentile on a national ELA assessment.

Students interested in career paths that utilize biology and **Principles of Capstone Biomedical medical concepts are empowered to explore and find Biomedical Human Body Medical Medical Sciences OR Systems Interventions Science solutions to some of today’s most pressing medical Innovations challenges. **Students not enrolled in Biology or Biology Medical Skills

Students interested in career paths in business. Business and Business Management **Prerequisite - Digital Information Technology must have Entrepreneurial Accounting Legal Aspects Management and Human been completed in middle school, or must be completed Principles & Applications 1 of Business & Analysis Resources concurrent with year 1 course. **Digital

Page 9 Windermere High Pre-Majors-Continued

Pre-Major Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4

Band 4 & AP Band Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Music Theory

Dance Advanced* (Audition required)- Students in this program have proficient ballet technique and continue their Dance 3 Dance 4 training in ballet, jazz and other styles of dance. Students Honors Honors Dance 1 Dance 2 And/or And/or develop choreography, study dance repertory, and will Choreography Choreography participate in after-school rehearsals and performances 1 2 Honors including county performance assessments and

Digital Video Digital Video Digital Video Digital Video Digital Video Technology* (Application required) Technology 1 Technology 2 Technology 3 Technology 4 Fine Arts - Students work towards creating a professional level portfolio that can be presented to any employer or a Draw 1 or Paint 1 or college entrance committee. These courses require material AP Studio Art AP Art History Equivalent Equivalent fees and students will be researching and creating artwork everyday. Musical Theatre * (Audition required)- Theater majors explore the world of classic and contemporary musical theater while developing their voice, dance, and acting technique. The program begins with laying theater Arts Musical foundations, progressively moving into more challenging Audition Drama Musical Musical Theatre 3 & AP 1 Theatre 1 Theatre 2 work, and then exploring the student's own artistic voice Music Theory and creativity. The goal is to provide a high level of instruction and experiences that prepare students for further study at the college level or entrance into the profession.

Orchestra 4 & Orchestra Concentration Orchestra 1 Orchestra 2 Orchestra 3 AP Music

Vocal Music - Students refine vocal techniques, musicianship skills, part singing and sight reading. Students perform a variety of music from classical to jazz and perform in exciting and challenging venues. Students’ progress from Level II-Level V Honors chorus courses. Each course is designed to provide a high level of instruction and offer Chorus 4 & AP Chorus 1 Chorus 2 Chorus 3 experiences which prepare students for further study at the Music Theory college level or entrance into the profession. All music students who plan to go to college to major in music are strongly encouraged to take AP Music Theory and Class Piano in high school to help prepare for the rigorous collegiate music major.

Page 10 Windermere High Pre-Majors-Continued

Pre-Major Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4

This computer based program of study will allow students to explore software to design and create a variety of Digital Media & Digital Media & Digital Media multimedia products. Students will receive enhanced Digital Media & Digital Media & Multimedia Multimedia & Multimedia practical experiences in computer-generated art and text, Multimedia Multimedia Foundations 3 Foundations 4 Foundations 1 Foundations 2 Design graphic design, graphic production, digital design skills, Honors Honors preparation of digital layouts and illustrations, scanning, and the development of specialized multimedia presentations.

Civil Engineering and Architecture - Students learn Civil Capstone important aspects of building and site design and Introduction to Engineering Principles of Engineering development. They apply math, science, and standard Engineering and Engineering Design and Design engineering practices to design both residential and Architecture Development commercial projects using 3-D architectural design software.

Biotechnical Engineering - This course is intended to expose Capstone Engineering Introduction to students to the diverse fields of biotechnology including Biotechnical Principles of Engineering Engineering biomedical engineering, bio-molecular genetics, bioprocess Engineering Engineering Design and Design engineering, and agricultural and environmental engineering. Development

Capstone Aerospace Engineering - Students learn the fundamentals Introduction to Aerospace Principles of Engineering of atmospheric and space flight. Students explore the Engineering Engineering Engineering Design and Design physics of flight, orbital mechanics, and robot systems. Development

The Liberal Arts program will allow students to work in AP Human AP Econ & AP Liberal Arts different areas with a focus on strengthening skills in various AP Seminar AP Research Geography Gov disciplines.

NDCC units are designed "to expand students’ opportunities

to gain the values of citizenship, service to the United

States, personal responsibility and a sense of National accomplishment. NDCC/ROTC 1 NDCC/ROTC 2 NDCC/ROTC 3 NDCC/ROTC 4 Defense

Cadet Corps For more information visit: NDCC (JROTC) https://windermerehs.ocps.net/academics/NDCC

The Tourism Marketing and Management program includes components on planning, management, finance, technical Hospitality & Tourism and production skills, underlying principles of technology, Introduction to Hospitality & Technology for Tourism Marketing & labor issues, community issues, health, safety, and Hospitality & Tourism Hospitality & Marketing Tourism Entrepreneurship Tourism Management environmental issues. The program prepares students for Management global employment in the tourism and hospitality industry by providing skills and internships in the tourism market.

Page 11 Agriscience

Agriscience Foundations 1.0 Credit Course code: 8106810 This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of agricultural history and the global impact of agriculture; career opportunities; scientific and research concepts; biological and physical science principles; environmental principles; agriscience safety; principles of leadership; and agribusiness, employability, and human relations skills in agriscience. Laboratory-based activities are an integral part of this course. These include the safe use and application of appropriate technology, scientific testing and observation equipment. Certification: Agriculture Associate Certification

Animal Science and Services 2-4 1.0 Credit Course code: 8106210, 8106220, 8106230 Prerequisite: Agriscience Foundations This course will discuss planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, health, safety and environmental issues, and the use and care of animal health-care instruments, animal grooming equipment, animal restraining equipment, and laboratory equipment. Certification: Animal Science Specialist Certification

Forestry and Natural Resources 2-4 1.0 Credit Course code: 8118310, 8118320, 8118330 Prerequisite: Agriscience Foundations Students will learn about planning, management, finance, technical and production skill in the forestry industry. Additionally, principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, and health, safety, and environmental issues will be discussed. Certification: Forestry Specialist Certification Biomedical

Principles of Biomedical Science 1.0 Credit Course code: 8708110 Students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine factors that led to the death of a fictional person. While investigating the case, students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. .

Human Body Systems 1.0 Credit Course code: 8708120 Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Science Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis in the body. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal Maniken®; use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action, and respiration.

Medical Interventions 1.0 Credit Course code: 8708130 Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Science/Human Body Systems Students follow the life of a fictitious family as they investigate how to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Students explore how to detect and fight infection; screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; evaluate cancer treatment options; and prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. Certification: Biotechnican Assistant Certification

Biomedical Innovation 1.0 Credit Course code: 8708140 Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Science/Human Body Systems/Medical Interventions Students build on the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design their own innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. Students address topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. They have the opportunity to work on an independent project with a mentor or advisor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.

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Digital Information Technology 1.0 Credit Course code: 8207310 Prerequisite: None This course is designed to provide an introduction to information technology concepts and careers as well as the impact information technology has on the world, people, and industry and basic web design concepts. The content includes information technology career research; operating systems and software applications; electronic communications including e-mail and Internet services; basic HTML, DHTML, and XML web commands and design; and emerging technologies and web page design.

Accounting 1,2, 3 1.0 Credit Course code: 8203310 8203320 Prerequisite: Digital Information Tech and Business Entrepreneurial Principles The purpose of this program is to give students an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills related to the area of Keyboarding and Business Skills.. The content includes but is not limited to a basic overview of current business and information systems and trends and to introduce students to the basics and foundations required for today's business environments. Certification: Quickbooks Certified User

Business Entrepreneurship 1.0 Credit Course code: 8215120 Prerequisite: Digital Information Tech This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Business Management and Administration career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency- based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem solving skills.

Management and Human Resources 1.0 Credit Course code: 8301110 Prerequisite: Digital Information Tech/ and Business Entrepreneurship This course explores the reach and impact of managing people. Students are required to perform higher level strategic thinking. Topics include; management policy development, evaluating organizational effectiveness, sourcing and recruitment, hiring and retention planning, employee training, performance appraisals, compensation and benefit programs, maintaining working conditions and providing a safe working environment.

Business Management and Analysis 1.0 Credit Course code: 8301120 Prerequisite: Digital Information Tech Business Entrepreneurship, and Management and Human Resources This course is designed to provide a higher level of understanding of business systems, accounting concepts, working with financial information, data analysis skills, managing business information with appropriate software, requirements analysis of information systems, data modeling, and database management.

Legal Aspects of Business 1.0 Credit Course code: 8215130 Prerequisite: Digital Information Tech/ and Business Entrepreneurship or Accounting This course is designed to provide an introduction to the legal aspects of business. Topics include business law concepts, forms of business ownership, insurance awareness, governmental regulations, management functions, human resources management issues, and career development. The use of computers is an integral part of this program.

Page 13 Engineering

Introduction to Engineering 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600550 Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3-D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work. Certification: Autodesk- Inventor

Aerospace Engineering 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600620 Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering This course propels students’ learning in the fundamentals of atmospheric and space flight. As they explore the physics of flight, students bring the concepts to life by designing an airfoil, propulsion system, and rockets. They learn basic orbital mechanics using industry-standard software. They also explore robot systems through projects such as remotely operated vehicles.

Biotechnical Engineering 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600630 Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering This course is intended to expose students to the diverse fields of biotechnology including biomedical engineering, bio-molecular genetics, bioprocess engineering, and agricultural and environmental engineering. Students will be engaged in engineering design problems related to biomechanics, cardiovascular engineering, genetic engineering, agricultural biotechnology, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, human interface, bioprocesses, forensics, and bio-ethics. This course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in biology, physics, technology, and mathematics.

Civil Engineering and Architecture 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600590 Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Students learn important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3-D architectural design software. Certification: Autodesk– Revit Architechture

Principles of Engineering 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600520 Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering and Specialization course Students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.

Engineering Design and Development 1.0 Credit Course code: 8600650 Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering, Specialization course, and Principles of Engineering

The purpose of this course is to serve as a capstone course to provide students with the opportunity to develop a solution to a design problem from start to finish. Students work in teams to design, engineer, create a prototype, perform product testing, and then produce a finished product. This would involve using ALL of the knowledge previously learned, not only in technology education, but across the curriculum. Students will be expected to create and deliver a formal report on the project.

Page 14 Health & Physical Education

**All classes require a combination lock, appropriate physical education clothes, towel, and daily participation in various activities.

HOPE 1.0 Credit Volleyball 1,2 1.0 Credit Health Opportunities through Physical Education Course code: 1505500, 1505510 Course code: 3026010 Prerequisite: None 9th Grade Required; except AICE Opportunity to acquire knowledge of skills, strategies, rules HOPE is mandatory for graduation in the state of Florida. and safety practices in volleyball Course will encourage and develop student to obtain a lifelong, positive attitude toward being physically fit. Weight Training 1,2 1.0 Credit Students will acquire knowledge of physical fitness Course code: 1501340, 1501350 concepts, understand the significance of lifestyle on health Prerequisite: None Provides students with opportunities to acquire knowledge and fitness and begin to develop an optimal level of fitness. and skills in weight training including an assessment of

muscular strength and endurance as well as a knowledge of Basketball 1,2 1.0 Credit health problems associated with inadequate levels of muscular Course code: 1503310, 1503315 Prerequisite: None strength, skeletal muscles, sound nutritional practices, and Opportunity to acquire knowledge of skills, strategies, rules consumer issues related to weight training. and safety practices of basketball. Weight Training 3/Power Weights 1.0 Credit Individual/ Dual; Sports 1,2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1501360, 1501410 Course code: 1502410, 1502420 Prerequisite: Weights1/2 Prerequisite: None Provides students with opportunities to acquire knowledge This course includes knowledge and application of tech- and skills in weight training including an assessment of niques, scoring, strategies, and rules involved in traditional muscular strength and endurance as well as a knowledge of activities such as tennis. health problems associated with inadequate levels of muscular strength, skeletal muscles, sound nutritional practices, and Team Sports 1,2 1.0 Credit consumer issues related to weight training. Prerequisite: None Opportunity to acquire knowledge of strategies of team Wrestling 1,2 1.0 Credit sports play, application of techniques, skills, strategies, Course code: 1505550, 1505560 rules and safety practices in various team sports. Prerequisite: None Opportunity to acquire knowledge of skills, strategies, rules Soccer/Outdoor Rec 1.0 Credit and safety practices of wrestling.. Course code: 1503320, 1502480 Prerequisite: None Care and Prev. of Athletic Injuries /First Aid 1.0 Credit Opportunity to acquire knowledge of skills, strategies, rules Course code: 1502490/0800320 and safety practices in soccer. Prerequisite: None This course is designed to introduce the student to the field of sports medicine, athletic training, and CPR certification. In- depth knowledge of human anatomy in relation to sports injuries is explored.

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Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism 1.0 Credit Course code: 8850110 The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the skills necessary for success in the hospitality and tourism indus- try. Students will also have the opportunity to learn hospitality and tourism terminology and the mathematical, economic, marketing, and sales fundamentals of the industry.

Hospitality & Tourism Marketing Management 1.0 Credit Course code: 8703120 Prerequisite: Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism The purpose of this course is to provide students necessary career specific instruction in hospitality and tourism marketing management. Students will learn sales and management techniques, marketing principles, and entrepreneurship skills necessary to succeed in the hospitality and tourism industry. This course incorporates marketing and management princi- ples and procedures of the hospitality and tourism industry as well as employment qualifications and opportunities. Certification: ServSafe

Hospitality & Tourism Entrepreneurship 1.0 Credit Course code: 8703130 Prerequisite: Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism and Hospitality $ Tourism Marketing Management The purpose of this course is to provide with the academic and technical preparation to pursue high-demand and high-skill careers in hospitality related industries. In addition, this course is designed so that performance standards meet employer expectations, enhancing the employability of students.

Technology for Hospitality & Tourism 1.0 Credit Course code: 8703110 Prerequisite: Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism, Hospitality $ Tourism Marketing Management, Hospitality & Tourism Entrepreneurship This course is designed to provide an introduction to computer technology and to develop entry-level skills for computer- related careers in the hospitality & tourism industry.

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English Honors 3 1.0 Credit Course code: 1001380 Course emphasis on literary analysis, writing, vocabulary and SAT/ACT preparation. Focus on research and rhetoric for the college bound student. Skills are taught through the integrated study of literature with an American focus that integrates with the United States History social studies focus of the Junior year curriculum.

AP English Language 1.0 Credit Course code: 1001420 This composition course emphasizes the expository, analytical, and argumentative writing that forms the basis of academic and professional communication, as well as the personal and reflective writing that fosters English 1 1.0 Credit the ability to write in any context. Course content follows Course code: 1001310 the outline set forth by the College Board. Emphasis on the fundamentals of grammar, writing, vocabulary and literature through genre study. Focus on English 4 1.0 Credit building critical reading skills as well as expository and Course code: 1001400 persuasive writing. The purpose of this course is to provide grade 12 English Honors 1 1.0 Credit students, using texts of high complexity, integrated Course code: 1001320 language arts study in reading, writing, speaking, Course emphasis on literary analysis, non-fiction listening, and language for college and career writing, development of reading comprehension, writing preparation and readiness. processes and strategies, with integration of technology. Curriculum alignment is focused on rigor and relevance. English Honors 4 1.0 Credit Course code: 1001410 English 2 1.0 Credit Course offers exposure to survey of British Literature. Course code: 1001340 Emphasis on literary interpretation, advanced writing Course emphasis is on composition and the study of and research skills, vocabulary development and critical major types of themes in world literature, building thinking. Focus on college essay, research for the college vocabulary, developing persuasive and expository writing bound student. skills and preparing for FCAT. AP English Literature 1.0 Credit English Honors 2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1001430 Course code: 1001350 Engages students in the careful reading and critical Course instruction provides the foundation to become analysis of literature. Students should consider a work's successful in Advanced Placement English courses structure, style, and themes, as well as such smaller- Emphasis on study of the elements of literary types scale elements as the use of figurative language, through world literature selections, mass media, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Course content follows the reference techniques, vocabulary and literary criticism. outline set forth by the College Board. The literature study integrates with the World History social studies focus of the Sophomore year curriculum.

English 3 1.0 Credit Course code: 1001370 Prerequisite: English 2 Course is designed to strengthen skills in reading, writing and language awareness including vocabulary, sentence and paragraph structure. Reading comprehension are further developed and refined. Composition complexity with a focus on development beyond the basic essay format is emphasized.

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AP Seminar (Capstone Course) 1.0 Credit Journalism 1,2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1700500 Course code: 1006300, 1006310 Recommended: Grade 11 Prerequisite: None Provides students with the opportunities to think critically Provides instruction and practice in news and feature and creatively. Students explore real-world issues and reporting through speaking, listening, reading, writing, consider multiple points of view to develop a deep and viewing. Course will meet Practical Arts graduation understanding of complex issues. requirement

AP Research (Capstone Course) 1.0 Credit Yearbook 1 1.0 Credit Course code: 17500510 Course code: 1006330 Prerequisite: AP Seminar Prerequisite: Journalism 1 and/or teacher approval Students will learn additional research strategies and will Publication of the school yearbook. Mandatory after use skills from AP Seminar in order to write a 4000-5000 school attendance. Advertising sales and other activities word paper. Students will have to defend their paper and outside the regular school day and weekend commitment will be assigned a mentor may be required.

Debate 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 1007330, 1007340, 1007350 Enables students to develop fundamental skills and techniques for use in debate and forensic activities. The content includes communication skills; logic and critical thinking skills, techniques of public speaking; parliamentary procedure; argumentation and debate skills, analysis of debates; and timing and judging techniques. Debate 3 is a weighted course

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All Honors courses are designed for highly motivated students and have an increased level of difficulty. The courses are taught at a very fast pace.

Algebra 1 1.0 Credit Course code: 1200310 Prerequisites: Level 3 on 8th Grade Math FSA Topics include sets, variables, structure and properties of real number systems, first degree equations and inequalities, relations, functions, graphs, systems of linear equations, polynomials, and quadratic equations.

Algebra 1 Honors 1.0 Credit Course code: 1200320 Prerequisites: Level 4 or 5 on 8th Grade Math FSA This course is designed for the college bound student who has demonstrated exceptional skill in arithmetic and basic algebra concepts. Topics include expressions, equations, exponents, factoring, and graphing. Geometry 1.0 Credit Algebra 2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1206310 Course code: 1200330 Prerequisite: Earned credit in Algebra 1 Course continues the study of Algebra. Topics include the Topics deal with logic and reasoning, the study of review and extension of the structure and properties of the Euclidean Geometry of lines, planes, angles, triangles, real number system, relations, functions, graphs, similarity, congruence, geometric inequalities, polygons, polynomials and rational expressions, quadratic equations circles, area, volume, and constructions. Scientific and inequalities, logarithms, complex numbers, and word calculator is required. problems. Geometry Honors 1.0 Credit Algebra 2 Honors 1.0 Credit Course code: 1206320 1200340 Prerequisite: Earned credit in Algebra 1; 3 or higher on EOC Student has demonstrated an ability to grasp higher level Student must demonstrate proficiency in mathematic logic math concepts quickly. Topics include exponents and and algebra. Topics include developing proofs for radicals, complex numbers, linear functions, quadratics, theorems, applying properties of lines, angles, triangles, polynomials, conics, permutations, probability, matrices and quadrilaterals and circles in developing proofs in problem development of formulas. Graphing calculator is required. solving, similar polygons, constructions, area and volume.

Liberal Arts Mathematics 1.0 Credit Course code: 1207300 Prerequisites: Placement by Counselor Liberal Arts Mathematics 1 is a course designed to strengthen mathematical skills for study beyond Algebra 1. The topics include, but are not limited to inequalities, operations with polynomials, data representation geometric constructions, and, functions,

Liberal Arts Mathematics 2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1207310 Prerequisite: Placement by Counselor based on Algebra 1 and Geometry EOC score Students begin with a review of algebraic concepts before moving on to a variety of key algebraic, geometric, statistical and probability concepts. Throughout the course, students hone their computational skills and extend their knowledge through problem solving and real- world applications.

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All Honors courses are designed for highly motivated AP Calculus AB 1.0 Credit students and have an increased level of difficulty. The Course code: 1202310 courses are taught at a very fast pace. Recommended: B in Pre-Calculus Hon; teacher recommendation Course offers college level mathematics under the

guidance of the Advanced Placement program; content follows the outline set forth by the College Board. Topics include derivatives of functions and inverse functions, differentiability and continuity, increasing and decreasing functions, integration and applications of integration to find area and volume.

AP Calculus BC 1.0 Credit Course code: 1202320 Recommended: B in AP Calculus AB; teacher recommendation Course offers college level mathematics under the guidance of the Advanced Placement program; content follows the outline set forth by the College Board. Major topics of this course are limits, differential calculus, integral calculus, polynomial approximation and series and their applications.

Probability and Statistics Honors 1.0 Credit Advanced Topics in Mathematics 1.0 Credit Course code: 1210300 Recommended: C in Algebra 2 Honors & Geometry Honors; Course code: 1298310 C in Algebra 2 & Geometry Prerequisites: Geometry and Algebra II Course develops skill in applying statistical techniques in The purpose of this course prepare students who are decision-making process through data collection, interested in learning about advanced mathematical topics organization of data, and graphical techniques of and improving their math proficiency. The course includes exhibiting data. discrete math topics, probability and statistics, and a survey of algebra 2 topics. AP Statistics 1.0 Credit Course code: 1210320 Math for College Readiness 1.0 Credit Recommended: B in Algebra 2 Honors & Geometry Honors; Course code: 1200700 A in Algebra 2 & Geometry Honors Recommendation: Students who have not met Math requirement Course offers college level mathematics under the for graduation; Grade 12 guidance of the Advanced Placement program; content Strengthens the skill level of students preparing for College follows the outline set forth by the College Board. Topics Algebra at the college level. PERT (college placement exam) covered involve the study of descriptive and inferential is given at the conclusion of the course. statistics and probability.

Pre-Calculus Honors 1.0 Credit Course code: 1202340 Recommendation: B or higher in Algebra 2 Honors & Geometry Honors; teacher recommendation Course is designed to prepare the student for AP Calculus. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential, inverse, logarithmic, and circular functions; trigonometry; sequences; series; theory of limits; vectors; conic sections; polar coordinates; symbolic logic; and mathematical induction.

Page 20 National Defense Cadet Corps NDCC (JROTC)

LET 1 NDCC (JROTC) 1.0 Credit Course code: 1801300 All initial year students will focus on the foundations, fundamentals, and skills of Army leadership, knowing yourself-Socrates, “Be-Know-Do”, learning to learn, communication skills and, conflict resolution. Course teaches the 7 Army Values to gain knowledge and experiences in team building, self-respect, community service, honor, loyalty, thinking concepts, American government, military history, and geography. Cadets are graded using the Army’s “5 Quality Indicators” categories of: “Attendance, Graduation, Discipline, Drop-out rate, and GPA. Cadets receive knowledge base tests on the Cadet Creed, Army Values, the Constitution, the Preamble, demonstrate knowledge, maintain good attendance and discipline to earn a promotion to a cadet rank based on either current or prior year JROTC leadership performance, sustain at least an overall GPA of 2.0 or above and, must also participate in at least one “Extra-Curricular Activity: (e.g. Open House, Community & Service-Learning projects and, attend the military Ball to advance to LET II.

LET 2 NDCC (JROTC) 1.0 Credit Course code: 1801310 The LET II course is split into units including: Techniques of Communication, Leadership, Cadet Challenge, Leadership Lab, First Aid, Map Reading, History, Your American Citizenship, Career Opportunities, and Role of the U.S. Army. Course focuses on demonstrating proficiency in leading and directing others in exhibiting their ability to follow drill commands with proficiency in all classroom, formal ceremonies, and other activities appropriate for 2nd year cadets. Cadets must demonstrate knowledge, maintain good attendance and discipline, properly wear the uniform to earn a promotion to Non-Commission Officer (NCO) or higher which is also dependent upon either current or prior year JROTC leadership performance. Cadets must sustain at least an overall GPA of 2.5 or above and, participate in the same degree of “Extra-Curricular Activities as a LET I in order to advance to LET III.

LET 3 NDCC (JROTC) 1.0 Credit Course code: 1801320 LET III course is designed to provides more advanced leadership situations in which students will perform as teachers, leaders, trainers, and mentors within the cadet unit. Cadets will engage in more independent studies and projects (e.g. Robotics, Technology, Cyber Awareness and Communications) first aid, history, map reading, and career awareness opportunities. Course provides a higher degree of instruction and experiences preparing cadets for further study at the college/university level or entrance into the military profession. Cadets must demonstrate knowledge, maintain good attendance and discipline, properly wear the uniform to earn a promotion to Non-Commission Officer (NCO) or higher which is also dependent upon either current or prior year JROTC leadership performance. Cadets must sustain at least an overall GPA of 2.75 or above and, participate in the same degree of “Extra-Curricular Activities to advance to LET IV. (If cadet doesn’t advance to LET IV, joins the Army after graduating, may receive a higher rank during basic training.)

LET 4 NDCC (JROTC) 1.0 Credit Course code: 1801330 Senior course is optional and is designed for cadets who hope of earning a 3 or 4-year ROTC scholarship up to $50,000 in valued to a public or private college/university that offers the senior ROTC program and/or, seek to qualify for an appointment to the US Military Academy West Point, Naval Academy Annapolis, or Air Force Academy Colorado Springs, resulting in either case earning a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant. To qualify for a scholarship, Senior cadets must sustain at least a GPA of 3.0 or above. All senior cadets must perform duties as commanders, staff officers, act as assistant instructors in some subject-areas, be responsible for daily cadet administration, plan special events, projects, serve as leaders for several Leadership camps, demonstrate proficiency in leadership knowledge and skills, maintain good attendance and discipline, properly wear the uniform to earn a promotion higher rank and leadership which is also impacted by either current or prior year JROTC leadership performance and, participate in the same degree of “Extra-Curricular Activities. (If cadet chooses to go directly into the military, cadet is also eligible for a higher rank in basic training.)

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Color Guard 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 1305300, 1305310, 1305320 Prerequisite: Audition required Covers a wide range of visual performance techniques including dance, flag, rifle, and sabre. Attendance is required for rehearsals and performances beyond regular school hours.

Chorus Women’s Choir 1,2 1.0 Credit Course code: 1303300, 1303310 Prerequisite: Female students; no prior experience required This course is designed for female students beginning their high school choral experience. Students will sing a variety of choral literature and styles from different musical type periods and various world cultures. Various after school and evening performances and rehearsals Band will be required for this class. Concert Band 1.0 Credit Course code: 1302310 Men’s Choir 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: At least one year prior band exp.; teacher rec. Course code: 130330, 1303310, 1303320 Focuses on fundamentals and music literature Prerequisite: Male students; no prior experience required appropriate for younger high school musicians. Performs This course is designed for male students beginning their several concerts each year Attendance is required for high school choral experience. Students will sing a rehearsals and performances outside regular school variety of choral literature and styles from different hours. musical type periods and various world cultures. Various after school and evening performances and rehearsals Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble 1.0 Credit will be required for this class. Course code: 1302320

Prerequisite: Teacher placement Focuses on advanced fundamentals and a high level of Advanced Women’s Chorus 1.0 Credit music literature. This band performs several concerts Course code: 1303320 Prerequisite: Audition required; teacher approval each year. Attendance is required for rehearsals and This is an advanced ensemble made up of experienced performances outside regular school hours. female singers. This ensemble requires a high level of Percussion 1.0 Credit sight reading, vocal technique, and advanced Course code: 1302310 musicianship. This is a performance based class; various Prerequisite: At least one year prior band exp.; teacher rec. after school and evening performances and rehearsals Focuses on advanced fundamentals and techniques on a will be required for this class. wide variety of instruments including mallets, timpani, and snare drum. Percussionists for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band are selected from Orchestra this class. Attendance is required for rehearsals and Orchestra 1,2,3 1.0 Credit performances outside regular school hours. Course code: 1302360, 1302370, 1302380 Prerequisite: One year prior orchestra experience; teacher rec. Jazz Band 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Designed for students with varying levels of string Course code: 1302500, 1302510, 1302520 orchestra experience. Students will perform a variety of Prerequisite: At least one year prior band exp.; teacher rec. orchestra literature including classical, folk, and modern Focuses on developing a wide variety of styles in the jazz music. Students perform in several concerts throughout idiom will explore medium to advanced level jazz the year. This is a performance based class; various after literature. This band performs several concerts each year school and evening performances and rehearsals are and attendance is required for rehearsals and required. performances outside regular school hours.

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Theatre, Cinema, and Film Production 1.0 Credit Music Electives Course code: 0400660 Guitar 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: None Course code: 1301320, 1301330, 1301340 Students explore the elements of film and cinematic Prerequisite: None techniques used by those who create movies. Students study Focuses on teaching basic fundamentals and music the techniques in film that serve the story and articulate the reading skills for classical guitar. Students will also theme. Students also prepare a comparative for theatre, learn about tablature and chords as well as care and film, and literature. maintenance of the guitar. Technical Theatre Design and Prod. 1-4 1.0 Credit Keyboard 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 0400410, 0400420, 0400430, 0400440 Course code: 1301360, 1301370, 1301380 Prerequisite: Audition Prerequisite: None A study of technical theatre production and design. The Students develop basic piano keyboard skills. Students primary focus of this course is development of set at any level of proficiency receive individualized construction and lighting skills, and includes an instruction on the piano and work at their own pace. introduction to set and lighting design. This course includes an extensive hands-on component. AP Music Theory 1.0 Credit Course code: 1300330 Musical Theatre 2,3 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: teacher recommendation Course code: 0400710, 0400720 Develops the student’s ability to recognize and Prerequisite: Audition understand the basic materials and processes in any Students' course work focuses on, but is not limited to, music that is heard or presented in a score. Course acting, vocal performance, dance, non-dance movement, content follows the outline set forth by the College Board. and staging, which transfer readily to performances in musicals and other venues. Students survey the evolution of music in theatre from ancient Greece to Drama modern Broadway through a humanities approach and Theatre 1, 2 1.0 Credit representative literature. Course code: 0400310, 0400320 Prerequisite: None Promotes enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of Dance theatre. Classwork focuses on the exploration of theatre Dance Techniques 1 1.0 Credit literature, performance, historical and cultural connections, Course code: 0300310 and technical requirements. Improvisation, creative Prerequisite: None dramatics, and beginning scene work are used to introduce Students in this year-long, entry-level course, designed students to acting and character development. for those having no prior dance instruction, learn

foundational skills in two or more dance styles. Their Theatre 3 Honors 1.0 Credit development of fundamental dance technique is enriched Course code: 0400330 and enlivened through study of works by a variety of Prerequisite: Audition Designed for students with significant experience in theatre, diverse artists and promotes depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theatre through a broad spectrum of teacher assigned Dance Techniques 2-4 1.0 Credit and self directed study and performance. In depth play Course code: 0300320, 0300330, 0300340 analysis, student directed, and study of some of theatre’s Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 1 (Audition only) greatest contributions will take place. Students will participate in all county dance and dance expose. Students will focus on developing the aesthetic Theatre 4 Honors 1.0 Credit quality of movement and technical skills. Additionally Course code: 0400340 there will be development as an individual and ensemble. Prerequisite: Audition Designed for students with extensive experience in theatre, and promotes significant depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theatre through a broad spectrum of primarily self directed study and performance. In depth play

analysis, student directed, and study of some of theatre’s

greatest contributions will take place. Mastery of several

skills will be expected by completion of this course.

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Agriscience Foundation 1.0 Credit Chemistry Honors 1.0 Credit Course code: 8106810 Course code: 2003350 This course is designed to develop competencies in the Recommended: B or higher in Biology Hon areas of agricultural history and the global impact of Includes the composition, changes of matter, atomic theory, agriculture; career opportunities; scientific and research classification, structure of matter, heat, periodic table, concepts; biological and physical science principles; bonding chemical formulae, gas laws, energy and order, environmental principles; agriscience safety; principles of reaction rates, equilibrium, solutions, nuclear chemistry, leadership; and agribusiness, employability, and human electro-chemistry and relations skills in agriscience. organic chemistry. Designed to prepare Astronomy 1.0 Credit students to take Course code: 2001350 advanced/AP science The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop courses. A laboratory and apply knowledge of the universe and compare the component will stress conditions, properties, and motions of bodies in space. science processes and Emphasis shall be placed on concepts basic to Earth, skills. including materials, processes, history, and the environment. Environmental Science 1.0 Credit

Course code: 2001340, 2001350 (Honors) Anatomy/Physiology Honors 1.0 Credit Provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, Course code: 2000360 and methodologies required to understand the Topics include: anatomical terminology; skeletal, interrelationships within the natural world, to identify and muscular, nervous, special sensory organs; endocrine, analyze environmental problems both natural and man- circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these reproductive homeostasis; immune response; inheritance, problems, and to examine alternative solutions for Lab components are stressed and career opportunities resolving and/or preventing the problems. Environmental explored. science is a multidisciplinary science, combining aspects of

biology, chemistry, and ecology Biology 1.0 Credit

Course code: 2000310 Marine Science Honors 1.0 Credit Study of living organisms. Topics include scientific Course code: 2002510 methods, biochemistry, genetics, anatomy, and The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a biodiversity. A laboratory component will stress science processes and skills. survey of the marine biome. Topics include physical oceanography, marine geology, the diversity of marine Biology Honors 1.0 Credit organisms, marine ecology, and man and the marine Course code: 2000320 community. Course explores deeper into topics such as micro- organisms and disease. Current biological issues will be an Physics 1 1.0 Credit integral part of the course. Designed to prepare students to Course code: 2003380 Prerequisite: C in Chemistry; C in Algebra 2 take advanced/AP science courses during their junior or Provides students with an introductory study of the senior year. Course includes Lab component. theories and laws of physics and mathematics involved in

the following topics: energy, kinematics, dynamics, waves, optics, Chemistry 1.0 Credit electricity, and magnetism. Course includes lab component Course code: 2003340 This course provides students with the study of the Physics 1 Honors 1.0 Credit composition, properties, and changes associated with Course code: 2003390 matter. Content includes classification and structure of A course similar to Physics 1. The concepts covered in matter, atomic theory, periodic table, bonding, chemical Physics 1 will be covered in more depth and at a greater formulas, chemical and balanced equations. Course pace. Additionally the rigor of the class will be greatly includes lab component increased.

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AP Biology 1.0 Credit Course code: 2000340 Prerequisite: It is recommended that students have taken Chemistry and Biology prior to taking AP Biology The purpose of this course is to provide a study of the facts, principles, and processes of biology and the collection, interpretation, and formulation of hypotheses from available data. Course content follows the outline set forth by the College Board.

AP Chemistry 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: Chemistry 1 and Algebra II This course is a rigorous course that prepares students with the necessary skills for success at the college level. Some of the topics covered in this course are acids and bases, equilibrium, thermochemistry and chemical kinetics. Course content follows the outline set forth by the College Board.

AP Environmental Science 1.0 Credit Course code: 2001380 Prerequisite: C in Biology Hon; A in Biology and Chemistry is recommended The goal is to provide students with scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies needed to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, and to examine many solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Course content follows the outline set forth by the College Board.

AP Physics 1 1.0 Credit Course code: 2003421 Prerequisite: C in Honors Chemistry, C in Algebra 2 Honors: and either completed or currently enrolled in Precalculus This course is an Algebra based Physics course. We cover Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound. It also introduces electrical circuits.

AP Physics 2 1.0 Credit Course code: 2003422 Prerequisite: AP Physics 1 An introductory algebra-based college level physics course. Students will explore the topics of fluids, thermodynamics, electrical force, field and potential; circuits magnetism and quantum physics.

AP Physics C Mechanics 1.0 Credit Course code: 2003430 Prerequisite: C in Honors Chemistry, C in Pre-calculus and either completed or currently enrolled in Calculus AB. It is recommended that the AP physics 1 course be taken first, but it is not required. This course is a calculus based physics class. Topics taught include: kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. Includes a hands-on laboratory component comparable to a semester-long introductory college-level physics laboratory. - solve problems associated with these concepts

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SGA 1.0 Credit Course code: 2400300, 2400310, 2400320, 2400330 Prerequisite: Application (https://windermerehs.ocps.net/guidance/course_applications) This course facilitates summative application of leadership skills formed in Leadership Strategies, emphasizing organizational management, goal-setting, communication with varied audiences, peer mediation, citizenship, conflict resolution, healthy decision-making, assertiveness, and meeting skills, stress management and strategies for self-reflection.

Student Tech Support 1, 2, 3 1.0 Credit Course code: 8300430, 0500300, 0500310 The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to gain practical, first-hand knowledge in through a structured internship experience. Students will provide technical support at school to teacher and students. In the classroom, students will gain knowledge of technical skills.

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AP Human Geography 1.0 Credit United States History Honors 1.0 Credit Course code: 2103400 Course code: 2100320 Prerequisite: Grade 9; Advanced 8th grade Social Studies Prerequisite: Grade 11; Course introduces students to the study of patterns and Course offers an in-depth study of the chronological processes that have shaped human understanding, use, development of the U.S. with emphasis on the and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Will examine human twentieth century. It examines the events, using social organization and its environmental consequences. historical method and reasoning, the inquiry process, Course instruction provides foundation to be successful in interpretation and issues of external and internal future AP courses. Course content follows the outline set validity, foreign policy, influence of major figures/ forth by the College Board. events, economic cycles, evolution of lifestyles and ideals, urbanization, reform and contemporary issues. World History 1.0 Credit Course code: 2109310 AP United States History 1.0 Credit This course will cover the many cultures and time periods Course code: 2100330 of this world from ancient times to the present. Students This college-level survey course focuses on analytic will not only gain important information from history, but skills and factual knowledge to deal critically with will learn tolerance and become more aware of the people problems, content and materials of American historic around them, including themselves. development. It includes themes and change, generalizations, analysis, evaluation, prediction, World History Honors 1.0 Credit interpretation, and comparisons, based on primary Course code: 2109320 sources and historiography. Course content follows the Course addresses the chronological development of outline set forth by the College Board. civilization. Topics include the rise of civilization, religions, political and economic systems, interaction of science and U.S. Government .50 Credit society, the influence of major historical figures and Course code: 2106310 events, cultural diversity, phenomenon of nationalism, Topics taught in this course include analysis of international relations, and contemporary world affairs. documents shaping political traditions, the Constitution, Bill of Rights, the role of the three AP World History 1.0 Credit branches of government at local, state and national Course code: 2109420 levels, the evolving role of political parties and interest Purpose of course is to develop greater understanding of groups in determining policy, rights and the evolution of global processes and contacts in responsibilities of citizens, the importance of the interaction with different types of human societies. This individual and civic participation in a democratic understanding is advanced through a combination of society. selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical U.S. Government Honors .50 Credit skills. The course highlights comparisons among major Course code: 2106320 societies. In addition to above topics, course focuses on the

structure, functions, and purposes of government and United States History 1.0 Credit the role of the citizen in American democracy. Course Course code: 2100310 emphasizes an understanding of the branches of Course includes chronological development of the U.S. with government and the system of checks and balances. emphasis on the twentieth century. It examines the events affecting growth of the nation from the age of discovery to AP US Government & Politics .50 Credit reconstruction. Topics include industrialization, foreign Course code: 2106420 policy, influence of major figures/events, economic cycles, The government component of this class will establish evolution of lifestyles and ideals, urbanization, reform and a high level of understanding in the structure and contemporary issues. purpose of US government, political beliefs, voting behaviors, the impact of the mass media, civil rights and liberties granted through the Constitution, and political parties. Course content follows the outline set forth by the College Board.

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Economics .50 Credit AP Psychology 1.0 Credit Course code: 2102335 Course code: 2107350 This course includes the role and impact of economic Recommended: A in English/Social Studies; B in English/Social wants, productive resources, scarcity and choices, Studies Honors; teacher recommendation; Grades 11/12; This course introduces the systematic and scientific opportunity costs and tradeoffs, economic incentives, study of the behavior and mental processes of human specialization, comparative advantage, division of labor, beings and other animals. Students also learn about citizen as producer, consumer and decision-making, the ethics and methods psychologists use in their money and financial institutions. science and practice. Course content follows the outline

set forth by the College Board. Economics Honors .50 Credit

Course code: 2102345 Sociology .50 Credit In addition to above topics, this course provides students Course code: 2108300 with a comprehensive understanding of the way society This course is paired with Holocaust. organizes to utilize limited resources, to satisfy unlimited Students will acquire an understanding of group want and distinguishing characteristics of other types of interaction and its impact on individuals in order that economic systems. they may have a greater awareness of the beliefs,

values and behavior patterns of others. In an AP Macroeconomics .50 Credit increasingly interdependent world, students need to Course code: 2102370 recognize how group behavior affects both the Recommended: B in AP US Hist. or US Hist. Hon; A in US Hist. The economics component of this class will establish a individual and society. high level of understanding in holistic economic knowledge, fundamental issues of scarcity, supply and Holocaust .50 Credit demand, production possibilities, and opportunity costs. Course code: 2109430 This class will also address the value and price The primary content emphasis for this course pertains determination and larger concerns of economic growth. to the examination of the events of the Holocaust Course content follows the outline set forth by the (1933-1945), the systematic, planned annihilation of College Board. European Jews and other groups by Nazi Germany. Content will include, but is not limited to, the AP Microeconomics .50 Credit examination of twentieth century pogroms and of Course code: 2102360 twentieth century and twenty-first century genocides, The purpose of this class is to give students a thorough investigation of human behavior during this period, understanding of the principles of economics that apply and an understanding of the ramifications of prejudice, to the functions of the individual within the economic racism, and stereotyping. system. Primary emphasis is on the role of government in promoting the greater efficiency and equity in the AP European History 1.0 Credit economy Course code: 2109380 AP European History is designed to be the equivalent Psychology 1, 2 1 Credit of a two-semester introductory college or university Course code: 2107300, 2107310 European history course. In AP European History Recommended: Grades 11/12 students investigate significant events, individuals, This course is a study of human behavior, behavioral developments, and processes in four historical periods interaction, and progressive development of individuals. from approximately 1450 to the present. It includes theories and methods of study which include human growth and development, self-concept AP Comparative Gov’t and Politics .50 Credit development, adjustment motivation, desire, intelligence, Course code: 2106430 conditioning and learning, memory, personality, and This AP course in Comparative Government and behavior. Politics introduces students to fundamental concepts used by political scientists to study the processes and outcomes of politics in a variety of country settings. The course aims to illustrate the rich diversity of political life, to show available institutional alternatives, to explain differences in processes and policy outcomes, and to communicate political and economic changes.

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AP Computer Science Principles 1.0 Credit Digital Media & Multimedia Foundations 1 –4 Course code: 0200335 Course codes: 8201210, 8201220, 8201230, 8201240 AP Computer Science Principles offers a These courses are designed to allow students to gain multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying hands on experience with Industry Standard Design and principles of computation. The course will introduce Graphics Software. Students gain a working knowledge of students to the creative aspects of programming, the software and then must demonstrate proficiency in abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, the use of the illustration software. Students must also cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. demonstrate knowledge of basic computer use, presentation production issues, using illustration AP Computer Science A 1.0 Credit software, digital still photography, and photo editing Course code: 0200330 software, language arts skills, mathematics skills, and AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first-semester, science skills. Students must also use oral and written college-level course in computer science. The course communication skills in creating, expressing and introduces students to computer science with interpreting information and ideas. Students have the fundamental topics that include problem solving, design opportunity to earn their Adobe Certifications with strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data successful completion of the courses. structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. Digital Video Technology 1,2,3, 1.0 Credit Course codes: 8209410, 8204120, 8201430 Prerequisite: Application (https://windermerehs.ocps.net/guidance/course_app lications)

Students will learn all aspects of video production, including screenwriting, pre-production, videography, and editing through hands-on experience. Students will create video projects; analyze television shows and motion Digital Information Technology 1.0 Credit pictures for production elements; and learn the Course code: 8207310 equipment and crew positions necessary to produce a Prerequisite: Only for Business Pre-Majors news program. Course meets the Practical Arts This course is designed to provide an introduction to graduation requirement. information technology concepts and careers as well as Certification: Adobe Premiere Pro the impact information technology has on the world, people, and industry and basic web design concepts. The content includes information technology career research; operating systems and software applications; electronic communications including e-mail and Internet services; basic HTML, DHTML, and XML web commands and design; and emerging technologies and web page design.

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Painting 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 0104370, 0104380, 0104390 Students use color for expressing ideas and feelings, painting for personal expression, developing sensitivity to design, and studying works of artists to develop criteria for evaluating paintings. Use of opaque, transparent and drawing media with various papers. Production of painting through planned use of color relationships, expressive ideas and feeling heightened with the use of line, pattern, color,

shade and texture to express essential qualities of structure

character and mood.

Fine Craft Studio 1,2 1.0 Credit Course code: 0101440, 0101450 Students create well-designed work that is utilitarian, purposeful, wearable, and/or sculptural in nature. Students develop the language of fine craft through a concentration on Ceramics 1,2,3 1.0 Credit fundamental technical skills. Student artisans reflect on Course code: 0102300, 0102310, 0102320 aesthetics and visual issues related to fine craft through the Introduction to hand-building methods of creating pottery use of the structural elements of art and organizational using pinch, coil and slab. Beginning glazing and firing principles of design techniques. Introduction to talking and writing about clay artwork. Students will also be making clay, glazes and AP Art History 1.0 Credit loading/ firing different kilns. Describing, interpreting, and Course code: 0100300 judging clay artwork. Ceramaics 3 is a weighted course Prerequisite: English Honors Examines the major forms of artistic expression of the past Drawing 1,2,3 1.0 Credit as well as those of our time and of a variety of cultures. Course code: 0104340, 0104350, 0104360 Provides students with the benefit and enjoyment of Students sketch posed figures and action figures: painting, sculpture, architecture and other art forms within asymmetrical compositions: detailed study of parts, strong historical and cultural contexts. The course does require a contrast, creating textures and patterns, and use of various high degree of commitment by those students seriously mediums. Students will study of mass through linear extension, interested in advanced placement and/ or college credit. forms created by continual surface lines and parallel line concept. Drawing 3 is a weighted course AP Drawing/2D/3D 1.0 Credit Course code: 0104300, 0109360, 0109350 Art 2D 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: teacher approval Course code: 0101300, 010310, 0101320 Address a broad interpretation of drawing, two-dimensional, Introduction to two dimensional design concepts. Through a or three-dimensional design issues. They involve purposeful series of projects and assignments, students will explore the decision making integrating elements and principles of art. basics of 2D concepts such as line, space, perspective, In place of a written exam, students are required to submit a symmetry, balance, texture etc. Various mediums and tools portfolio to the College Board. will be used to expand their understanding of visual concepts and expand their knowledge of the design process. Projects will improve technical and creative skills and encourage creativity and artistic growth. Art 2D 3 is a weighted course

3D Studio Art 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 0101330, 0101340, 0101350 Students explore how space, mass, balance, and form combine to create aesthetic forms or utilitarian products and structures. Student artists consider the relationship of scale (i.e., hand-held, human, monumental) through the use of positive and negative space or voids, volume, visual weight, and gravity to create low/high relief or freestanding structures for personal intentions or public places.

WHS Curriculum Guide Page 30 World Languages

Two yeas of the same language are required for admission into most colleges and universities. Four years are recommended for selective colleges and universities.

American Sign Language 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Course code: 0717300, 0717310, 0717320 Students begin acquiring proficiency through a linguistic, communicative, and cultural approach to learning. Emphasis is on conversational skills and awareness of Deafness. Content includes vocabulary, grammar, conversational skills, and cultural aspects of Deafness. This course meets the foreign language requirement for universities and Bright Futures Scholarship. American Japanese 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Sign Language 3 is weighted as an honors level Course code: 0712300, 0712310, 0712320 course Japanese 1 introduces students to the target language and its

culture. The student will develop communicative skills in all 3 French 1,2,3 1.0 Credit modes of communication and cross-cultural understanding. Course code: 0701320, 0701330, 0701340 Emphasis is placed on proficient communication in the Presents communicative skills of listening, speaking, language. An introduction to reading and writing is also reading, writing and grammar. Greeting, social pleasantries, included as well as culture, connections, comparisons, and classroom objects and activities, weather and time communities. Japanese 3 is a weighted course. expressions, activities and interests, transportation and travel, menus, schedules, signs and shopping are also Latin 1,2,3 1.0 Credit introduced. increases listening, speaking, reading and Course code: 0706300, 0706310, 0706320 writing skills and cultural awareness. French 3 is The student will develop a thorough understanding of the weighted as an honors level course. written language as well as of the influence the language and

culture has had on other world languages, culture, government, AP French Language 1.0 Credit arts and laws. Emphasis is placed on proficient understanding Course code: 0701380 in the reading of the language. An introduction to writing is also Prerequisite: French 3 or native proficiency included as well as culture, connections, comparisons, and Prepares student to demonstrate level of French proficiency communities. Latin 3 is weighted as an honors level through interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational course. modes. Course follows the outline set forth by the College

Board. Spanish 1,2,3,4 1.0 Credit Course code: 0708340, 0708350, 0708360, 0708370 Italian 1,2,3 1.0 Credit Enables students to acquire proficiency in Spanish through a Course code: 0705320, 0705330, 0705340 linguistic, communicative, and cultural approach to language This course is designed to emphasize speaking and listening learning. Developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills with student’s oral participation in the target skills and on acquisition of applied grammar. Native Spanish language. Reading and writing are introduced and basic speaking student may not register for Spanish 1. Spanish grammar structures explained and practiced. Students will 3 and 4 is weighted as an honors level be introduced to the culture and customs of various Italian- speaking countries. Italian 3 is a weighted course AP Spanish Language 1.0 Credit Course code: 0708400 AP Italian Language 1.0 Credit Prerequisite: Spanish 3 or 4 or native proficiency Course code: 0705380 Prepares student to demonstrate level of Spanish proficiency Prerequisite: Italian 3 or native proficiency through interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. The purpose of this course is to develop oral and written Course follows the outline set forth by the College Board. fluency in the Italian language. Course content follows the outline set forth by the College Board. AP Spanish Literature 1.0 Credit Course code: 0708410 Prerequisite: AP Spanish Language Prepares student to demonstrate level of Spanish proficiency through introduction to the formal study of Peninsular and

Latin American literary texts. Course content follows the outline as set forth by the College Board.