High School Course Guide 2020-2021

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MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Pflugerville ISD is to provide an inspiring, engaging, and relevant education that empowers students to reach their full potential as productive members of a diverse global community.

VISION

Pflugerville ISD... Passionately Serving the Best Interests of Students

BELIEFS

We Believe: • Diversity is our strength • All individuals have worth • Relationships are foundational to success • A safe and nurturing environment is non-negotiable • All students have the right to diverse educational opportunities • Social-emotional learning is as critical as academic focus • Civic-mindedness must be explicitly cultivated in our students • Community partnerships and high expectations improve student outcomes • Innovation and a strong work ethic ensure excellence

Note: Not all courses are offered at all HS campuses. Addendums to the course catalog will be posted on www.pfisd.net.

The Pflugerville Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides educational programs and services which do not discriminate on the basis of age, national origin, race, sex, color, religion, disability or against any other legally protected group. Complaints should be addressed to the Director of Policy & Administrative Procedure at 512-594-0000.

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Cabinet Leadership Team

Dr. Doug Killian, Superintendent Troy Galow, Ed.D., Chief of Staff Brandy Baker, M.Ed., Chief Academic and Innovation Officer Trana Allen, Area Executive Director of the Panther Learning Community Dr. John O’Hare, Area Executive Director of the Hawk Learning Community Alma Gonzalez, Area Executive Director of the Cougar Learning Community Dr. Brian Dawson, Area Executive Director of the Wolf Learning Community Ed Ramos, Chief Operating Officer Tamra Spence, Communications Officer Victor Valdez, Chief Technology Officer Willie Watson, Chief Human Resources Officer

PfISD Board of Trustees Vernagene Mott, President Mary Kimmins, Vice-President Tony Hanson, Secretary Brian Allen Larry D. Bradley Renae Mitchell Rob Reyes

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Curriculum, Innovation, and Academics

Accountability & Assessment 512-594-0126

Advanced Academics & Gifted and Talented 512-594-0111

Career and Technical Education 512-594-0117

Counseling and Guidance 512-594-0149

Curriculum and Innovation 512-594-0150

Federal & State Programs 512-594-0130

Instructional Technology 512-594-0226

Multilingual Education 512-594-0192

Special Education 512-594-0169

Special Programs 512-594-0164

High School Campuses

Connally High School 13212 North Lamar Blvd. 19201 Colorado Sand Dr. 1301 West Pecan St. Austin, TX 78753 Pflugerville, TX 78660 Pflugerville, TX 78660 512-594-0800 512-594-1105 512-594-0505

Weiss High School Pflugerville Academic Provan Opportunity Center 5201 Wolf Pack Dr. Center of Excellence 1401-A West Pecan St. Pflugerville, TX 78660 (PACE) Pflugerville, TX 78660 512-594-1405 1401-B West Pecan St. 512-594-3605 Pflugerville, TX 78660 512-594-1905

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Table of Contents ENDORSEMENT GRADUATION PLAN OVERVIEW ...... 7 HOUSE BILL 5 GRADUATION PLANS ...... 8 PERSONAL GRADUATION PLAN……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………9 PERFORMANCE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ...... 10 STATE OF TESTING REQUIREMENTS ...... 12 PfISD PATHWAYS TO POSTSECONDARY READINESS ...... 13 TEXAS CAREER CHECK: A CAREER AND COLLEGE READINESS TOOL...... 14 COURSE PLANNING: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) ...... 15 PFISD APPROVED ACC DUAL CREDIT COURSES ...... 17 PFLUGERVILLE CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) ACC ARTICULATED COURSES ...... 23 ADVANCED ACADEMICS ...... 23 COU