2021-2022 HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG | PATHWAY GUIDE THE GUIDE TO HIGH SCHOOL COURSES AND PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO HELP STUDENTS BUILD A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE. It is the policy of Judson Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its programs, services, or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of theRehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Vision Judson ISD is Producing Excellence! Mission All Judson ISD students will receive a quality education enabling them to become successful in a global society Judson ISD Values • Students First • Teamwork • Accountability • Results-Oriented • Loyalty • Integrity & Mutual Respect • Safe & Secure Environment • Two-way Communication Judson ISD Driven by Excellence ©Judson ISD High School Course Catalog BOARD OF EDUCATION Renee A. Paschall, President Suzanne Kenoyer, Vice President Jennifer Rodriguez, Secretary Shatonya King, Trustee Debra Eaton, Trustee Rafael Diaz, Jr., Trustee Vacant, Trustee ADMINISTRATION Dr. Jeanette Ball, Superintendent of Schools William Atkins, Chief Financial Officer Cecilia Davis, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Dr. Milton Fields, Deputy Superintendent of Administration & Operations Marco Garcia, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Rebecca Robinson, Deputy Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Dr. Nicole Taguinod, Chief Communications Officer A special thank you to all of the individuals who contributed and provided feedback on the course catalog: Professional School Counselors, Curriculum Specialists, Departments of Career and Technology, Fine Arts, Curriculum & Instruction, and Guidance & Counseling. ©Judson ISD High School Course Catalog Introduction The Judson Independent School District Course Catalog lists the courses that our high schools generally make available to students. It should be noted, however, that not all of the courses listed are scheduled every year. Since it is not economically feasible to schedule classes in which only a few students enroll, the class may not be offered for the current year. Sufficient numbers of student requests for specific courses then become the determining factor as to whether or not a course is scheduled. The Course Catalog provides a Table of Contents to assist in locating specific areas of information. The first section of the guide contains general information. The second section provides the specific description of courses by department and/or subject area. Descriptions, prerequisites, grade levels, and credits are listed for each course. The last section lists career education courses and information. The Course Catalog is also available online. www.judsonisd.org Items in the catalog are subject to change. Table of Contents Introduction Parent Letter 1 Innovative Course Information 2 General Information 3 Credit by Examination English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Personal Graduation Plans (PGPs) Section 504 Services Special Education Services Commencement Exercise NCAA Student Registration Process Class Scheduling Changes Innovative Schedule Change Dropping a Course Graduation Requirements 6 Graduation Plans Course Sequence Academic Achievement 10 Promotion/Retention 9th-12th Attendance Rate and Absences Course of Study/Advancement Rank in Class and Weighting Grade Policy Report Cards/Progress Reports STAAR Testing Information Advanced Academics 14 Honor Courses Dual Credit Core Complete Advanced Placement Testing Information SchooLinks Challenge Agreement Course Descriptions 22 English Language Arts 24 Languages other than English (LOTE) 30 Social Studies 33 Math 38 Science 47 Health and Physical Education 53 Athletics 54 College Readiness Support Electives 56 Other Electives 57 Special Education 58 Endorsement Overview 68 STEM Endorsement 72 Career & Technical Education Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Biomedical Science(WHS) Cybersecurity (VMHS) Engineering (WHS) Program and Software Development-Computer Science (VMHS, WHS) Business & Industry Endorsement 82 Career & Technical Education Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Animal Science (JHS) Food Science and Technology (JHS) Applied Agricultural Engineering (JHS) Plant Science (JHS) Architecture and Construction Carpentry (WHS) Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications Design & Multimedia Arts (JHS, VMHS, WHS) Digital Communications (JHS) Business and Marketing Business Management (JHS, VMHS, WHS) Marketing & Sales (JHS, VMHS, WHS) Hospitality and Tourism Culinary Arts (WHS) Manufacturing Welding (WHS) Transportation Automotive (JHS) Collision Repair & Refinishing (JHS) Public Services Endorsement 110 Career & Technical Education Education and Training Teaching & Training (JHS, WHS) Health Science Healthcare Diagnostics (JHS) Human Service Cosmetology Services (VMHS) Family and Community Services (JHS) Law and Public Service Emergency Services (JHS) Law Enforcement (JHS, WHS, VMHS) Legal Studies (VMHS) JROTC Army (VMHS, WHS) Air Force (JHS) Arts and Humanities Endorsement 144 Fine Arts Visual Art Performing Arts – Music (Band, Choir, Orchestra, Mariachi) Dance Theatre Multidisciplinary 160 Judson Independent School District Driven by Excellence HIGH SCHOOLS Judson High School 9142 FM 78 Converse, TX, 78109 (210) 945-1100 Karen Wagner High School 3000 N. Foster Road San Antonio, TX 78244 (210) 662-5000 Veterans Memorial High School 7618 Evans Road San Antonio, TX 78266 (210) 619-0220 SPECIALTY SCHOOLS Judson Early College Academy (JECA) 8230 Palisades Drive Live Oak, TX 78148 (210) 619-0200 Judson Learning Academy (JLA) 6909 N. Loop 1604 E. #2010 San Antonio, TX 78247 (210) 651-4080 judson independent school district Department of Guidance and Counseling Dear Parents and Students Thank you for taking your time to review the 2021-2022 School Year course catalog. High School students will be following an innovative schedule. This will be our third year in Judson ISD with this wonderful schedule to provide the most opportunities for our students. More details are provided in the catalog. The Judson ISD High School Course Catalog has been designed to provide our students and parents with helpful information regarding the courses offered in Judson ISD. In order to make appropriate course selections for the 2021-2022 school year it is extremely important that you and your student become familiar with the course catalog. The Professional School Counselors (PSCs) of the Judson ISD Guidance and Counseling Department have an understanding of your student’s abilities and interests and will offer guidance and suggestions based on those abilities. It is imperative that your student make individual choices for his/her schedule. In order to prepare for this selection process students have taken career interest inventories and have explored colleges and careers. Please refer to this catalog to answer any questions about courses your child is interested in taking. Judson ISD intends to offer every course described in this course catalog; however, staffing, class sizes, and funding will determine course availability. After the registration window closes, course request changes may be made for extenuating circumstances. Changes made after the opening of the school year will be made for “leveling” class sizes, for administrative purposes, or for correcting errors and in accordance with the schedule change process in the course planning guide. Please make selections carefully. It is Judson ISD’s intent that your student has appropriate opportunities to select courses and makes the best possible choices. If you have any questions regarding particular courses and/or the course selection process, graduation requirements, or scheduling, please call your student’s counselor. We look forward to working with you and your student in preparing for a successful upcoming school year. Thank you for choosing Judson ISD. Sincerely, Monica Garcia Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services 1 Innovative Course Information 5x5 Schedule How it Works: 5x5 Schedule- Students take 5 courses in the fall and 5 courses in the spring. Courses will be 75 to 90 minutes long. Course Terminology Fall Term 18 Weeks Spring Term 18 Weeks Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 There are 4 quarters in a school year Semester Courses last 18 Weeks Yearlong Courses last 36 1 Semester Weeks 2 Semesters Award of Credit Award of Credit Can be .5 or 1 credit depending on course will be .5 each semester 9 Week Course Award of credit .5 Limited only 4 courses Some courses may require sequencing, pairing, linked to an Independent Study Course, or concurrent courses. Ex. AP, Dual Credit, and CTE. Please see catalog for details. 2 General Information 3 GENERAL INFORMATION Credit by Examination In accordance with Board Policy EHDB (LEGAL), a student in any of grades 6–12 may be given credit for an academic subject in which he or she had some prior instruction if the student scores 70 percent or higher on a criterion referenced test approved by the Board for the applicable course. If a Student Has Not Taken the Course - A student will be permitted to take an exam to earn credit for an academic course for which the student has had no prior instruction. The dates on which exams are scheduled during the school year are included in the student handbook. A student will earn credit with a passing score of at least 80 on the exam. If a student plans to take an exam, the student (or parent) must