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2017-2018 Course Catalog

Table of ContentsEnrollment Information .......................................................-4 Requirements for Graduation .......................................... Page 2 Early Graduation ............................................................. Page 2 Full Year Seniors ............................................................. Page 3 Enrollment Procedures .................................................... Page 3 General Notes............................................................... Page 3-4General Information .............................................................Page 5-8 Division I & II Athlete Eligibility ................................ Page 5-6 Kansas Scholars Curriculum ........................................... Page 7 KansasQualifiedAdmissions ......................................... Page 8Tech Prep Program .................................................................. Page 9English/Language Arts .....................................................Page 10-14 English I ........................................................................ Page 10 English I/Reading.......................................................... Page 10 Honors English I ........................................................... Page 10 English II ....................................................................... Page 10 English II/Reading .........................................................Page 11 Honors English II ...........................................................Page 11 English III ......................................................................Page 11 Honors English III..........................................................Page 11 English IV/English IV Dual Credit .......................... Page 11-12 Advanced Placement English ...................................... Page 12 English III/Reading, English IV/Reading ..................... Page 12 Speech Communication/Speech Comm. Dual Credit ..........Page 12-13 Debate .......................................................................... Page 13 Forensics ....................................................................... Page 13 21st Century Journalism (Newspaper) .......................... Page 13 Digital Media Technology (Yearbook) .................... Page 13-14 Creative Writing ............................................................ Page 14 Book Club ..................................................................... Page 14 Poetry ........................................................................... Page 14Mathematics ......................................................................Page 15-18 VPL Math ...................................................................... Page 15 Algebra IA/IB ............................................................... Page 15 Algebra I ....................................................................... Page 15 Basic Algebra II ............................................................ Page 16 Algebra II ...................................................................... Page 16 Honors Algebra II ......................................................... Page 16 Basic Geometry ............................................................. Page 16 Geometry....................................................................... Page 17 Honors Geometry .......................................................... Page 17 Trigonometry ................................................................ Page 17 Pre-Calculus .................................................................. Page 17 Advanced Placement Calculus ...................................... Page 17 College Algebra Dual Credit ......................................... Page 18Social Science .....................................................................Page 19-21 World Studies ................................................................ Page 19 Honors World Studies ................................................... Page 19 American History II ...................................................... Page 19 Honors American History II.......................................... Page 19 Advanced Placement U.S. History................................ Page 19 Current Events .............................................................. Page 20 Constitution ................................................................... Page 20 Honors Constitution ...................................................... Page 20 Business Economics...................................................... Page 20 American History through Film .................................... Page 21 World History through Film .......................................... Page 21 The United States at War in Vietnam ............................ Page 21Science ......................................................................Page 22-24 Physical Science............................................................ Page 22 Honors Physical Science ............................................... Page 22 General Biology ............................................................ Page 22 Advanced Placement Biology ....................................... Page 22 Honors Biology ............................................................. Page 22 Anatomy and Physiology ......................................... Page 22-23

Science - continued ............................................................Page 22-24 Microbiology................................................................. Page 23 Chemistry I/II ................................................................ Page 23 Environmental Science ............................................ Page 23-24 Physics .......................................................................... Page 24 Genetics......................................................................... Page 24 Health Career Science I ................................................ Page 24Foreign Language .............................................................Page 25-26 Spanish I/II .................................................................... Page 25 Honors Spanish I/II/III ............................................. Page 25-26Business Education ...........................................................Page 27-28 Business Essentials ....................................................... Page 27 Business Consumer/Personal Finance .......................... Page 27 Business and Personal Law ........................................... Page 27 Foundations of Travel & Tourism ................................. Page 27 Computer Business Technology.................................... Page 28 Business Tech II/On-the-Job Training .......................... Page 28Fine Arts ......................................................................Page 29-31 Drama ........................................................................... Page 29 Drawing and Painting I/II/III/IV ................................... Page 29 Ceramics and Sculpture ........................................... Page 29-30 Photography Imaging .................................................... Page 30 Advanced Placement Studio Art ................................... Page 30 Band ........................................................................... Page 30 Concert Choir ................................................................ Page 30 Beginning Choir ............................................................ Page 31 Orchestra ....................................................................... Page 31Career and Technology Education ..................................Page 32-36 Technology Education .................................................. Page 32 Intro. to Automotive/Transportation ............................. Page 32 Automotive I/Auto Information .................................... Page 32 Automotive II/General Service I ................................... Page 32 Automotive III/General Service II ................................ Page 32 Automotive IV/General Service III .............................. Page 32 Introduction to Industrial Technology...................... Page 32-33 Skilled Mechanical Crafts ............................................. Page 33 Residential Carpentry I/II ............................................. Page 33 Research and Design in Building Trades ...................... Page 33 Drafting/Drafting CAD ............................................ Page 33-34 Architectural Design ..................................................... Page 34 Research & Design for Pre-Construction ..................... Page 34 Career and Life Planning .............................................. Page 34 Career and Community Connections ............................ Page 34 Culinary Essentials........................................................ Page 34 Media Center Aide ........................................................ Page 35 Teacher Aide ................................................................. Page 35 Independent Study ........................................................ Page 35 OfficeAide .................................................................... Page 35 Agriscience ................................................................. Page 35 Plant/Soil Science ........................................................ Page 36 Animal Science ............................................................. Page 36 Agribusiness .................................................................. Page 36 Agriculture Mechanics .................................................. Page 36Physical Education ................................................................. Page 37 Health & Physical Education ........................................ Page 37 Boys Physical Fitness ................................................... Page 37 Girls Physical Fitness .................................................... Page 37Special Education ................................................................... Page 38 Gifted ........................................................................... Page 38 Resource Room ............................................................. Page 38 Activity Period .............................................................. Page 38

Enrollment Information

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

The requirements for graduation shall include the work done in grades nine through twelve. Those requirements are as follows:

1. Four units of English. Must be one unit each of English I, II, III, IV. (Exception: English III/Reading and English IV/Reading can take the place of Speech. Students will be enrolled in these classesbyofficestaff.)

2. Four units of social studies. This shall include one unit of World Studies, one unit of American History, one unit of Constitution, one-half unit of Economics, and one-half unit of Personal Finance.

3. Three units of science.

4. Three units of mathematics, including Algebra I. AlgebraIAandAlgebraIBwillfulfilltheAlgebraI requirement.

5. One unit of Health and Physical Education.

6. One unit of Speech Communication. Four semesters of Debate and Forensics can substitute for General Speech (must be completed by the end of the junior year).

7. One unit of Fine Arts.

8. Twenty-five units of credit are required for graduation.

Enrollment InformationEARLY GRADUATION

Students wishing to graduate a semester early from Fort Scott High School must meet all of the following requirements:

1. A written plan for early graduation must be submitted to the principal by the student before thefirstdayofclassesofthestudent’ssenioryear.For a student who intends to attend college, the plan should include when the ACT examination will be taken. The principal will approve/disapprove the plan in writing based on whether or not the plan meets all requirements for early graduation.

2. The student must complete all credits required by USD 234 for high school graduation.

3. The student must complete all credits required by the state of Kansas for high school graduation.

4. To participate in the annual graduation ceremony, the student must remain in good standing.

FULL YEAR SENIORS

Full year seniors shall meet the following criteria:

1. Students must have 25 units of credit to graduate.

2. All full year seniors may select one of the

following options: a.Teacher’saide. b.Officeaide. c. Approved community college

courses (maximum six hours per semester). (Dual credit courses offered at FSHS are not a part of the six hours. Students must take courses offered at community college.) d. Independent study.

3. Full time seniors must be enrolled and/or under highschoolteachers’supervisionforallclassesexcept for the college class option.

4. Seniors who do not graduate at the end of the firstsemestermust remainenrolled inschooluntil the end of that school year to be eligible for graduation.

5. Full-time seniorsmustpassfiveclasses eachsemester.

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES

Students are pre-enrolled during the spring semester by counselors and can make changes in schedules during fallenrollmentorduringthefirstweekofschoolofeachsemester.

GENERAL NOTES

1. High School is considered to be grades nine through twelve.

2. All students must be enrolled in eight periods

which include an Activity Period.

3. Courses which are offered for more than one unit of credit must be taken in proper sequence. For example, before students are permitted to enroll in English II, they must have one unit of credit in English I.

4. The grades given in a one-unit course are based

oneachsemester’swork.Studentseitherpass or fail each individual semester.

5. The grading scale used at Fort Scott High School is as follows:

90-100 A 80- 89 B 70- 79 C 60- 69 D 0- 59 F

6. If students transfer credits from a school in which fewer than seven credits a year were possible, their graduation requirements will be reduced by the number of credits it was not possible for them to obtain. The maximum reduction allowed will be three units of credit.

7. Students from the graduating class who complete the Kansas Scholars Curriculum or appropriate Advanced Placement courses with a GPA of 3.8 or above will be recognized.

8. Elective courses are offered as a result of student demand.Ifthereisinsufficientenrollmentforacourse,oracertifiedteacherisnotavailabletoteach the course, the course will not be offered and alternative selections will be made.

9. Students who are enrolled in college classes concurrently while still in high school have begun their college academic career. Hours completed and grade point average will possibly affect the student's ability to receivefinancial aid. Ifthe student does not maintain the minimum requirements of the institution he/she plans to attend,financialaidmaybedenied.


13. In order to be eligible for Kansas State High School Activities Assocation sponsored interschool activities, a student must be currently passinginfiveclassesofunitweightandhavepassedfiveunitclassestheprecedingsemester.Some examples of KSHSAA activities are sports, cheerleading, debate, music, dance team, and Scholars Bowl.

14. This is your enrollment for next year. Think seriously about your choice of subjects and discuss them with your parents, teachers, and guidance counselor. Make your selection on the basis of what your need will be.

15. Activity Period is a class that is assigned to every student.


10.UnifiedDistrictNo. 234 offers programs foreducable mentally handicapped, learning disability, behavior disorder, and speech therapy at the high school.

11. Although students will receive specific instructions during the enrollment period from a high school counselor, the responsibility for selecting appropriate career and graduation choices rests with students and parents. Students willchoosespecificcourseswithparentapproval,and counselors will verify that choices are meeting graduation requirements.

12. In order to better prepare students, the high school has a reteaching plan for students who have low reading levels or low mathematics achievement. Student assignments to these classes will be based on assessment results and/or teacher recommendation.

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Tech Prep ProgramTECH PREP PROGRAM

DEFINITION: The Tech Prep Program is a sequence of courses that allows students to have the skills that modern business and technology demand. Emphasis will be placed on communication skills, mathematical skills, science understanding, and problem-solving skills. Students will also be exposed to occupational information that is relevant to the technology area.

CURRICULUM: The regular requirements for graduation should be met except where noted below:

ENGLISH: English III/Reading and English IV/Reading would replace English III and IV. Both years of English/Reading would satisfy the Speech requirement.

MATHEMATICS: Algebra IA and Algebra IB are recommended to meet two of the three years of required math. Another option would allow students to complete their three years in a regular math sequence and complete at least the Algebra I level.

OTHER COURSES RECOMMENDED: Depending on the area of interest, students should explore some of the courses listed below. These arecoursesthataremoreoccupationalspecificand are taught primarily using the applied method. Business and Personal Finance Business Technology Photography Construction and Design Pathway Drafting Pathway Automotive Technology Nutrition and Wellness Agriculture Education Agriculture Mechanics

Tech Prep Program

COURSE DESCRIPTION: As its name implies, this challenging course is for college or university bound freshmen that are prepared to move at a fast pace. The course will focus on critical reading, writing, and reasoning skills such as analysis, interpretation and evaluation. Students will be expected to engage in close reading of a wide range of challenging literary works, to write with precision, accuracy, attention to detail and command of conventions. This class is open to all freshmen. However, students must be prepared to work in and out of class and move at a fast pace as it is designed to be an accelerated program of study.

ENGLISH II - (001016)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Sophomore English introduces students to four genres: short story, novel, drama, and poetry. Compositions (multi-paragraphs) areusuallybasedontheliterature.Reader’sresponsesare frequently used to develop critical thinking skills. Spelling and vocabulary are integrated into the reading and writing activities. The parts of the sentence, sentence variety, and correct usage are emphasized. All skills are used in a resource paper.

HOMEWORK: Most of the literature and grammar assignments will be completed at home. Some compositions may also be completed at home.

CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, writing, and activities.

TESTS: Objective, short answer and essay.

REPORTS: Book reports and resource paper.

GRADING: Grading system will be explained by each teacher. Grades are based on daily assignments, compositions and tests.

English/Language ArtsENGLISH I - (001013)

One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Freshman English includes grammar, literature, composition, and vocabulary. Composition and literature consist of narrative, drama, expository, and persuasive forms of writing. Daily grammar workouts are ongoing throughout the year. Literature will include The Odyssey and Romeo and Juliet in addition to a variety of other literature readings. Vocabulary will connect with the literature as well as a focus on vocabulary strategies. Strategies and assessments for reading and writing will include the Six Traits of Reading and the Six Traits of Writing. Students will be expected to read outside of class and keep an English notebook.

ENGLISH I/READING - (001014)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class will focus on improving reading skills. The integration of the English I curriculum with the reading skills will be a priority. Class size: 15.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION/PLACEMENT: Criteria for English I/Reading is: 9th grade class, reading level at least three grades below level, teacher recommendation, mastery test scores, MAP scores or unsatisfactory rating on the Kansas Reading Assessment.

HONORS ENGLISH I - (010196) One Year Course

Honors English I is for students with reading and writing skills on or above grade level. These students should have strong organizational and time management skills. They must possess a willingness, eagerness and readiness to work and learn. Students will be required to work outside of class and read numerous pieces of literature.

Honors English includes grammar, literature, composition and vocabulary. A strong emphasis is placed on building an extended vocabulary. Sentence structure in both reading and writing is stressed.

English/Language Arts

ENGLISH II/READING - (001017)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class will focus on improving reading skills. The integration of the English II curriculum and reading skills will be a priority.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION/PLACEMENT: Reading level at least three grades below, teacher recommendation, mastery test scores, MAP scores, and unsatisfactory rating on Kansas Reading Assessment.

HONORS ENGLISH II - (010197) One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to sophomores, this course is designed to prepare students for a university or college setting. Students will be required to read extensively. Homework and daily lecture material will be rigorous. This course is open to all students; however, students taking this course should realize that this will be an accelerated program of study.

ENGLISH III - (001019)One Year Course

Students enrolling in this course should have a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, superior study habits, and competent verbal skills. Students will be responsible for demonstrating thoroughness, precision, and careful attention to detail in the work that they produce for the course. To help them prepare for the requirements of this course, student should read throughout the summer precedes the course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: English III is a junior-level American literature course designed for students who plan to attend college. Students will work to improve their close reading skills, analyzing a variety of complex literarytextsforstyleandsignificance.Studentswillalsosharpen their writing skills, focusing on writing clear, coherent, insightful prose that observes the standard conventions of written American English. Student will also work to improve their grammar skills and expand their vocabulary.


HONORS ENGLISH III - (010198) One Year Course

Students enrolling in this course should possess a superior work ethic, an enthusiasm for learning, a disciplined approach to study and advanced verbal skills. Students are expected to read during the summer that precedes thecourseandmaybeexpectedtoreadspecificworks.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Honors English III is a rigorous and fast-paced junior-level study of American literature. This challenging course is intended for students who plan to attend a four-year college or university. Students will develop their critical reading, writing, reasoning and interpretive skills. Study will require extensive close reading of a wide range of complex literary texts from disparate historical and literary periods and cultural perspectives as well as independent reading of approved works. Students will be expected to discuss atlengthandwithinsightthesignificanceandstylisticfeaturesofthesetexts.Studentswillfine-tunetheirabilityto write with clarity, coherence, insight and command of standard conventions of written American English.

ENGLISH IV - (001022)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: English IV is designed to acquaint students with English literature, its historical background, and the history of the English language. Major works used will include BEOWULF, THE CANTERBURY TALES, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, MACBETH, and LORD OF THE FLIES. Major poets’workwill also be read. Thematicallyconnected selections from world literature will also be read. The premise of the course is that students will learn to think and to write effectively by using literature as a foundation. The students will be required to write in the four writing modes: sensory/descriptive, creative/narrative, practical/persuasive, and analytical/expository. Writing assignments also include a documented research paper. Some writing will be done on a word processor. Individual oral interpretation may be required.

HOMEWORK: Most reading and writing assignments will be completed at home.

CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, writing, and other activities.

TESTS: Objective, short answer, and essay.

REPORTS:Researchpaperwillbefiftypercentofthesecond nine weeks. Oral book report(s) may be required.

GRADING: Grading will be explained by the individual teacher. Students will be evaluated primarily on writing assignments, tests, and participation.

ENGLISH IV - (001023)Dual Credit

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course counts as a credit toward graduation and as a three-hour college credit each semester. Students are required to buy the textbook from the college and to pay fees for the credit hours.

Note: Students must take the Community College CompassTestingbeforeenrollmentisfinalized.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH - (010194)One Year Course

Students enrolling in this course should possess exceptional verbal skills, study habits and time management skills. Students should also be eager to accept the challenge of honing their critical reading, writing and thinking skills. Studentswillbeexpectedtoreadandrespondtospecificworks during the summer preceding the course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Advanced Placement English is a college-level course open to seniors preparing for the demands of a degree program at a four-year college or university. Students will take the advanced placement test in May. Reading for this class should reflect both breadth and depth. Close reading of a variety of challenging literary texts from diverse historical periods and cultures will include assigned texts and supplemental works, background material and approved independent works. Students will be expected to engage in sustained meaningful discussion of significant aspects of theseworksandtodevelopapersonalstylebyrefiningtheiranalytical, interpretive and evaluative writing.

English III/Reading - (001020)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open only to juniors, English III/Reading teaches communication and language art skills in an applied setting. This course helps students transfer improved reading, writing, listening, speaking, problem-solving, visual, and nonverbal skills to further their education, future occupations, and personal lives. The course provides comprehensive curriculum materials

that strengthen academic foundations and provides occupation-specificapplications.

CLASS FORMAT: Skill building exercises in vocabulary, grammar, and mechanics; reading, discussing, and analyzing literature; writing essays and letters; writing and presenting speeches, both formal and informal; researching and presenting information on specific occupations.

ASSESSMENT: Students will be evaluated according to class assignents, skill performance, goal achievement, group dynamics, speaking skills, writing assessment, essay tests, and objective tests. Each student will compile a comprehensive notebook of coursework.

English IV/Reading - (001021)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open only to seniors, English III/Reading includes samples of classic English literature, formal speeches, job interview skills, and a career-related senior project.

SPEECH COMMUNICATION - (000101)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to juniors, this course is designed to cover all phases of speech communication. Other areas of study include debate, interviewing techniques and oral interpretation.

HOMEWORK: Homework involves researching and writing speeches, studying for tests, and completing textbook assignments.

CLASS FORMAT: Lectures (notetaking), group discussion, reading, writing, research, and oral presentations.

TESTS: Tests will be given over text book readings, handouts, and lecture notes.

REPORTS: Oral presentations of speeches and selected readings.

GRADING: Test scores and speech presentations will constitute most of the grading system. Extra credit is given for attendance at plays and for approved speaking activities.


SPEECH COMMUNICATION - (000111)Dual Credit - One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to speech communication which emphasizes all aspects of communication and the communication process. It is essential that students feel this is a safe environment full of respect and civility. The goal of this course is to provide students with the ability to be successful in public speaking situations in a real-world atmosphere. Studentsmustbecomeproficientinthebasicprinciplesof organization and research needed for effective presentations. Preparing students for school and work is theultimateobjectiveforthecourse.Thefirstsemesterofthe course will earn the student dual credit through Fort Scott Community College.

DEBATE - (010168)First Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Basic text is MASTERING COMPETITIVE DEBATE. Students will learn argumentative strategy, debate theory, and basic organizational and research skills in reading, writing, and speaking. The opportunity to work as a team and squad member is offered.

HOMEWORK: Outside homework includes research, reading, writing, and weekend competitions.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion, research, and team work.

TESTS: Quizzes over text material and lecture notes.

REPORTS: Speeches in theformofaffirmativecasesandnegativefiles(writtenandoral).

GRADING: Daily work, quizzes, participation, work nights, in-class debates, and interscholastic competitions.

FORENSICS - (010167)Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: None (beginning - open to grades 9-12).

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Forensics is a competitive speech course involving public speaking and dramatic activities. There are basically ten individual events, and students will be introduced to all.

HOMEWORK: Events often must be memorized, written, or researched. Weekend tournament participation will be required.

CLASS FORMAT: Lecture, discussion, research, and practice.

TESTS: Presentations in class and tests are required.

REPORTS: Prepared events function instead of reports and papers.

GRADING: Daily participation, weekly assignments, work nights, prepared events and tournament participation.

21st CENTURY JOURNALISM (NEWSPAPER) (010257) - One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is primarily a production class. Students design and produce our high school newspaper, The Tiger Times. Interested sophomores, juniors, and seniors, who have at least a B average in previous English courses and who have keyboarding skills, may apply. Selection is by the instructor.

WORK OUTSIDE OF CLASS: Staff members will work on story assignments and/or cartoon or photographic assignments both in and out of class. Staff members should be prepared to meet occasionally before school, at lunch, and after school. One or two work mornings and/or evenings will be held each month. All students will sell ads.

GRADING: Class grade is determined by quality of work, meeting deadlines, and amount of work done by students for each issue of The Tiger Times.

DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY (YEARBOOK) (010277) - One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class emphasizes the makeup and production of a high school yearbook. The class is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have at least a B average in previous English courses and who have had at least one semester of keyboarding. Selection is by the instructor. No mid-term enrollees.

CLASS FORMAT: Informal discussion, some lecture, individual work on assignments.

TESTS: Mastery Test


REPORTS: All Publications students will have various assignments for each yearbook deadline. Assignments will be made by the editor.

GRADING: All assignments are evaluated.

CREATIVE WRITING - (001009)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Grades 10-12

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This elective is offered primarily to juniors and seniors, although sophomores will not be denied consideration. The course will allow time, opportunity, and instruction for students who are committed to developing their writing as an art and interested in the publication of their work. Students will work in various genres: poetry, fiction,drama,andnonfictionformssuchasthememoir.As students write, they will also read, particularly the work of contemporary writers. Examining their techniques and styles will help them develop their own. During second semester, some students may design their own writing projects and plan an exhibit or presentation of their work for the school and general public.

PUBLICATION: Possibilities for publication are unlimited: A fall, winter, and spring reading; a school literary magazine in addition to the sandwich man insert; students’work performed or presented by forensics,drama,andradioandT.V.students;Developingareader’stheatre group to perform at school and community events; and, national magazines for teenagers, which publish the writing of teens. Students may also write for and help develop creative programs for such events as Veterans Day, Black History Month, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Grandparents Day, Winter Festival, etc.

SERVICE TO FSHS: The potential exists for this class to serve as a creative springboard for the FSHS community, allowing the work of other students to be presented at readings and published in a literary magazine as well as in the sandwich man.

FORMAT: WORKSHOP/STUDIO. This includes conferences, lectures, group discussions and critiques, guestwriters/speakers,fieldtrips.

COSTS: Subscription to literary magazine and/or writing magazine.

HOMEWORK: Writing and reading. ALWAYS.

ASSESSMENT: PORTFOLIO - QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK AND EVIDENCE OF GROWTH. (To develop a portfolio, students will take risks, work hard, expect challenge, put in the time to “get it right,” support the work of others, enjoy what they produce.)

BOOK CLUB (010200)First or Second Semester Course

BookClub is designed to enhance a student’s readingability and enjoyment. Students read several novels over the course of the semester. Some books are chosen by the teacher to insure that works of merit are studied; others are selected by the students to give them the experience of making a reading choice for a group. With all books, information about authors is shared and then students participate in a discussion of the same aspects of literature that students would expect to cover in a traditional literature class (plot, setting, character, theme, etc.).Finallyuponthenovel’scompletion,studentsarealways given an opportunity to write in some fashion aboutwhattheyhavereadwhetherthatisinafinaltest,writing a letter to the author, coming up with their own discussionquestions,etc.Theclass’finalprojectinvolvesthe students completing a book project in which they read a book individually and then create a graphic to advertise the book, lead an “ice-breaking” activity with their classmates, construct a reading guide, and then assign a culminating activity.

POETRY (010201)First or Second Semester Course

In the Poetry class students both read and analyze poetry and write their own original poems. The teacher shares poemswiththeclasspointingoutspecificpoeticdevicesto be studied (figures of speech, symbolism, rhyme,rhythm, etc.) and students explore bodies of poetry in searchofwhattheyespeciallyfindappealing.Studentsprepare poetry to be read aloud; students present their own explications of poems; and students recite poems they have memorized. Especially in the last half of the semester students work to prepare original poetry which also is recited to the class. The final project entailscompletionofanotebookwhichcontainsdefinitionsofpoetry terms, copies of poems which they recited to the class, written explication of poems, and copies of poems that students have written.


MathematicsVPL MATH - (010173)

One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course, open to all FSHS students, is designed to help students earn 8.1 grade equivalency or better on the MAP Test. The four basic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) will be applied to whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. Also included are basic application problems. Much of the time, students will use computer math programs and do exercises on the computer screen. Students will be placed in Math Lab on the basis of past achievement.

ALGEBRA IA — (001128)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to freshmen, sophomores, junior and seniors.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a presentation of real number properties, solving linear quadratic and multi-variable equations and inequalities, operating with algebraic expressions, introduction of functions, and graphing linear and quadratic equations and inequalities all at an adjusted pace.

HOMEWORK: Daily assignments.

CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture and study time.

TESTS: After each unit of study.

GRADING: Tests and daily work.

ALGEBRA IB - (001228)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Algebra IA.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Course includes a review of skills from Algebra IA and an extension of those skills into other areas. The emphasis is on algebraic manipulation, the properties of the real number system and equation solving all at an adjusted pace.


CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture and study time.


GRADING: Tests and daily work.

ALGEBRA I - (001028)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a presentation of real number properties, solving linear quadratic and multi-variable equations and inequalities, operating with algebraic expressions, introduction of functions, and graphing linear and quadratic equations and inequalities.HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook may be required.CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, study time (if possible).TESTS: After each unit of study.REPORTS: None.GRADING: Tests, daily work.

Mathematics

BASIC ALGEBRA II - (001036)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: By teacher recommendation only.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Course includes a review of skills from Algebra I and an extension of those skills into other areas. The emphasis is on algebraic manipulation, the properties of the real number system, and equation solving.This class progresses at a slower pace with more time reviewing skills.

HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook required.

CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, guided practice, homework.


REPORTS: First and second semester.

GRADING: Daily work, weekly quizzes, unit tests and finals.

ALGEBRA II - (001029)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Geometry.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Course includes a review of skills from Algebra I and an extension of those skills into other areas. The emphasis is on algebraic manipulation, the properties of the real number system, and equation solving.






HONORS ALGEBRA II - (001129)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Honors Geometry and teacher recommendation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Course includes a review of skills from Algebra I and an extension of those skills into other areas. The emphasis is on algebraic manipulation, the properties of the real number system, and equation solving. This class will be more indepth and may progress at a faster pace with less time reviewing skills.






BASIC GEOMETRY - (001025)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Algebra I or Algebra 1A/1B. Teacher recommendation required.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course develops logical thinking through a study of proofs of parallel planes andlines,triangles,circles,solidfigures,andgraphing.This class progresses at a slower pace with more time reviewing skills.HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook may be required.CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, study time if possible.TESTS: After each unit of study.REPORTS: NONE.GRADING: Tests, daily work.

Mathematics

GEOMETRY - (001031)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Algebra I.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is the study of the properties and relationships of points, lines, planes, angles, surfaces and solids. HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook may be required.CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, guided practice.TESTS: After each unit of study.GRADING: Tests, daily work.

HONORS GEOMETRY - (001035)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: This course is open to freshmen that have successfully completed Algebra I as an eighth grader and/or teacher recommendation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers the same material as the regular Geometry class, but may move at a faster pace, include a more indepth study and require more challenging problems. HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook may be required.CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, guided practice.TESTS: After each unit of study.GRADING: Tests, daily work.

TRIGONOMETRY - (001034)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Algebra II terminal objectives.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides a balanced coverage of trigonometric theory, skills, and applications. Topics include trig functions, special right triangles, circular functions, circular motion, graphing trig functions, trig identities, trig equations, oblique triangles, vectors and complex numbers.


CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, guided practice.


REPORTS: May be required.

GRADING: Daily work, quizzes and tests.

PRE-CALCULUS - (001033)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Algebra II terminal objectives.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides a balanced coverage of trigonometric theory, advanced mathematic topics, and calculus concepts. Topics may include trig functions, circular functions, trig identities, trig equations, oblique triangles, graphing special functions, vectors, complex numbers, algebra, conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions, plane and solid analytic geometry, differential calculus, anti-differentiation, and various techniques of integration.

HOMEWORK: Daily assignments. Notebook may be required.

CLASS FORMAT: Guided practice, lecture, discussion

TESTS: After each unit of study

REPORTS:Mayberequiredatteacher’sdiscretion

GRADING: Daily work, tests, finals, notebooks, andquizzes.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS - (010185)

One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Successful mastery of Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus terminal objectives.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Advanced Placement Calculus AB course follows the Advanced Placement syllabus and students will take the AP test in May. Course study will include properties of functions, limits, differential calculus, and integral calculus.

CLASS FORMAT: Discussion, lecture, guided practice, group work.

TESTS: Given at the end of each unit.


GRADING:Dailywork,quizzes,unittests,andfinals.

Mathematics

COLLEGE ALGEBRA (001030)DUAL CREDIT

PREREQUISITE: A senior who successfully mastered Algebra II.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course counts as a credit toward graduation and as a three-hour college credit. Students are required to buy the software or the software/textbook bundle from the college and to pay fees for the credit hours.

GRADING:Followsthecommunitycollege’ssyllabus. Note: Students must score a minimum 21 on the math section of the ACT or take the Community College CompassTestbeforeenrollmentisfinalized.

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Social ScienceTESTS: Objective tests are given over each unit of study, along with pop tests, and tests over maps, etc.

REPORTS: Reports will be done over various people, events, or places.

GRADING: Students’ grades will be individuallycomputed by combining major test scores, project scores, participation scores, daily work, and homework scores.

HONORS AMERICAN HISTORY II - (010251)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will include a rigorous program of study. Students taking Honors American History should expect the course to include considerable homework, extensive out of class preparation and more reading than the regular American History course. It is strongly suggested that students taking this course read at or above grade level with a comparable vocabulary.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT U.S. HISTORY (010253)

One Year Course

This is a survey course of American History, i.e., it will coverourcountry’shistoryfromtheeraofcolonizationuntil the present times. Students enrolled in the course must have excellent reading skills and be able to handle independentwork.Thecoursewillchallengethestudents’critical thinking skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Offered to students planning to attend a four-year college or university. Although this course does not guarantee college credit, students will take the Advanced Placement History Exam in May at their own expense. This course may be taken in lieu of other required social science courses with administrative approval.

WORLD STUDIES - (001041)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: World Studies is a course for freshmen designed to include history, geography, economics, and social studies in a survey of the history of the world from the beginning of civilization to the Twentieth Century. This course will include not only Western Civilizations, but also area units of Eastern studies as well. Units in the course include the Romans, the Greeks, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Reformation, the Enlightenment, the Age of Revolution, all the way up to the struggle with Communism in the middle decades of the present century. The course will also include a survey of World Religions.

HONORS WORLD STUDIES - (010250)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will include a rigorous program of study. Students taking Honors World Studies should expect the course to include considerable homework, extensive out of class preparation and more reading than the regular World Studies course. It is strongly suggested that students taking this course read at or above grade level with a comparable vocabulary.

AMERICAN HISTORY II - (001044)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: One year required course designed primarily for sophomores. Students will study events and people who appear in American History. Attention will be given to physical, social, political, and economic changes in America.

HOMEWORK: There will be various assignments from the book that will need to be completed at home along with some reading assignments.

CLASS FORMAT: Students will be required to keep a notebook in which they keep various hand-outs and class notes. Lecture notes are given along with use of overhead projector,films,andvideos.

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CURRENT EVENTS - (001050)First or Second Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a one-semester course focusing on past, present and future events locally, nationally and worldwide. Topics in this class will range from understanding editorials, entertainment and sports, to include sections on the areas of lifestyles, medicine and health. All media services will be used such as print, network television and Internet services. The purpose of this class is for a better awareness of what is happening in the world.

HOMEWORK: There will be various assignments that will need to be completed at home along with some reading assignments, research for projects and editorials.

CLASS FORMAT: Lectures, class discussions, reports, documents, primary source readings andfilmswill beused to enhance this class.

TEST: Each unit/chapter will conclude with a formal evaluation which will consist primarily of an objective test. Most tests will be a combination of multiple choice, identifications,shortanswers,mapsandessays.

CONSTITUTION - (001049)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a course open to juniors which features an in-depth study of the democratic processes which operate in our nation. The primary purpose is to encourage a spirit of inquiry among the students as to the operations, functions, and duties of the government. It is hoped that the knowledge gained through such an undertaking will encourage a respect for laws and promote better citizenship as these young people become functioning adults.

HOMEWORK: Reading of the textbook, plus outside reading of magazines and newspapers so that the students can keep well informed on the current events taking place in our country as well as the world.

CLASS FORMAT: This course is designed to be a lecture-discussion course, with approximately 60 percent of the time spent on lecture and 30 percent spent on class discussion. The remaining time is spent with debate on issues in class.

TESTS: Unit tests are designed to be a combination of objective questions, short answer, and essay. Pop tests cover current events.

RESEARCH PAPER: All students will be required to type and fully document a paper pertaining to some aspect of American Government.

GRADING: Pop test, small tests that are scheduled, and reports 40 percent, larger unit tests and a complete notebook of class lecture 60 percent.

HONORS CONSTITUTION - (010252)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This Constitution course, open to all students, is designed to challenge the student. There will be an extensive amount of homework and reading in this rigorous program of study.

BUSINESS ECONOMICS - (010112)First or Second Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: One semester of economics is required for all senior students at Fort Scott High School. Economicsisapartofeveryone’slife.Wealluseit,takepart in it, and make it happen without really considering what is happening. It is a well-known fact that people as well as nations WANT far more than they can actually have. Because of limited resources, important decisions are made regularly affecting our lives and our nation. In every decision that is made, consideration should include the actual cost of our choice and the costs of not choosing something else to satisfy our wants and needs. Economics then is the study of “decision-making” that considers numerous possibilities to achieve the most satisfyingbenefitsusing the available resources. Thiscourse introduces economic terminology and examines basic economic functions, many of which we already do buthavenotidentifiedandlabeled.

TESTS: Each unit/chapter will conclude with a formal evaluation which will consist primarily of an objective test. Most tests will be combination tests of multiple choice,matchingidentification,shortanswer,andessay.Periodic testing may also be administered covering discussion,films,readings,speakers,handouts,etc.

GRADING: The individual class grade will be computed by combining major test scores and secondary project scores with participation grades.

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AMERICAN HISTORY THROUGH FILM (001053) One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will introduce students to selected American historical themes depicted by popular film.Studentswillwatch and deconstructpopular historical films within the larger context of scholarly analysis of a particular historic period or event. Evaluation will be based on a variety of essay and objective exams. In-class discussion will form a significantbasisforevaluationaswell.

WORLD HISTORY THROUGH FILM (001055) One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will introduce students to selected world historical themes depicted by popularfilm.Studentswillwatchanddeconstructpopularhistorical filmswithin the larger context of scholarlyanalysis of a particular historic period or event. Evaluation will be based on a variety of essay and objective exams. In-class discussion will form a significant basis for evaluation as well.

THE UNITED STATES AT WAR IN VIETNAM (001054) One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a class available to freshmen through seniors. This course includes exploration of political, social and military events in these two societies with very different cultures. This course presents a view of war in Vietnam from 1945 through 1975.Theemphasisisplacedonthewar’smilitaryevents,on history, and on the changes wrought in both societies as a result of the war.

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE - (001056)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Required for all ninth grade students.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This science course focuses on the study of matter and energy. Physical laws and chemical processes are presented which explain daily events and relate them to occurrences thought to be found throughout the universe. Opportunities for students to perform experiments, to observe and collect data, and to perform calculations and metric conversions are included.

CLASS FORMAT: Based on the discussion/lecture/laboratory combination, most work will be done in class, although some preparation might be needed by some students.

TESTS: Objective.

GRADES: Combination of daily work, class notebook, and lab.

HONORS PHYSICAL SCIENCE - (010256)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This Physical Science course is open to freshmen and is designed to be challenging. There will be an extensive amount of homework and reading in this rigorous program of study.

GENERAL BIOLOGY - (001059)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to sophomores, this course is designed to acquaint students with a general understanding of themselves and the world. This is doneby introducing students to the scientificmethod,classification,cellstructureandfunction,genetics,andevolutionarytheory.Thefivekingdomsarethenexploredstarting with the simple organisms and moving to the more complex organisms. It is hoped that each step willbroadenthestudents’perceptionoflifeandgivethestudents a continuing interest in biology.

CLASS FORMAT: Based on the discussion/lecture/laboratory combination, most work will be done in class, although some preparation might be needed by some students.

TESTS: Objective.

GRADING: Grades are a combination of tests and completion of class assignments.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY - (010178)

One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory Biology course. The AP Biology course is designed to be taken by students afterthesuccessfulcompletionofafirstcourseinhighschool Biology and one in high school Chemistry. It aims to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal criticially with the rapidly changing science of Biology. Students will take the Advanced Placement Biology test in May at their own expense.

HONORS BIOLOGY - (010259)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This biology course is open to sophomores and is designed to be challenging. There will be an extensive amount of homework and reading in this rigorous program of study.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - (001061)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors with a B average in Biology or permission of instructor

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An advanced study of cellular biology, human anatomy, and physiology. This course will help students have a thorough understanding of the body and to help in college freshman and sophomore science classes.

CLASS FORMAT: Starting the third nine weeks, lectures will usually be two days a week while the dissection labs will be three days a week.

TESTS: All lecture tests will be objective. Lab exams willbe“pin”identificationtests.

REPORTS:Afirstsemesterresearchreport.

GRADING: Challenging quizzes, tests and dissections.

MICROBIOLOGY - (010258)First Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors who have taken Physical Science and Biology or Applied Biology and Chemistry I and II.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with a basic understanding of the biology of microorganisms and their importance to the scheme of life on this planet. Consists of daily labs, some lectures, quizzes, and exams.

CHEMISTRY I - (001064)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors who have taken Algebra I and Algebra II or Algebra IA and Algebra IIA and attained a grade of "C" or better or who are currently enrolled in Algebra II and have passed Algebra I with a grade of "C" or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an introduction to Inorganic Chemistry. The primary intent is to prepare students for college-level Chemistry classes. This course is math intensive and places a demand on the student to demonstrate an understanding of Algebra I and II.

CLASS FORMAT: Lecture, demonstrations and laboratory.

HOMEWORK: The student can expect to spend 1/2-1 hour outside the class for every class period.

REPORTS: Students will complete one typed lab report each semester.

TESTS: Tests are comprehensive and place a necessity on the student to demonstrate not only strong study skills but also competent math skills.

GRADING: Tests will make up at least 50 percent of the grade. Quizzes, labs, reports, assignments, and a lab notebook will make up the remainder.

CHEMISTRY II - (010150)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Chemistry I with a grade of "C" or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will begin with a brief review of topics covered in Chemistry I and then make a more in depth study of Inorganic Chemistry. The course will concentrate on Behavior of Solutions and ChemicalReactions.Thecoursewillfinishwithtopicsin both Organic and Nuclear Chemistry.

HOMEWORK: The student can expect to spend about one hour per class period either studying or working problems in a course of this nature.

CLASS FORMAT: Lecture, demonstration, labs and student presentations.

TESTS: Tests are comprehensive and place an emphasis on the student to not only know but also demonstrate an understanding of the topics discussed.

REPORTS: Students will complete one typed lab report each quarter.

GRADING: Tests will make up at least 50 percent of the grade. Quizzes, labs, reports, assignments and a lab notebook will make up the remainder.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - (001060)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to juniors and seniors who have completed Physical Science, Biology and Algebra I. A "C" or better in these classes is recommended.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to how nature works, how the environment has been and is being used and abused, and what can be done to protect and improve it for themselves and others, for future generations and for other living things. This is different from other science courses in that Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary study. It combines topics from physical, biological and social

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sciences to form a general idea of how the world works and our role in it.

CLASS FORMAT: This will be a combination of lecture topics, textbook study, videos and laboratory work. The class, as a group, will complete a six-month study of a local stream by analysing various data and samples collected throughout the year.At least fourfield tripswill be taken to study local environmental problems and challenges.

HOMEWORK: Some homework and research will be required.

TESTS: Tests are comprehensive and require the student to demonstrate good study skills.

REPORTS: Students will complete various reports throughout the year along with the report required for the stream study.

GRADING: Grades will be based upon student participation/attendance, classwork, tests, quizzes, reports, assignments and lab work.

PHYSICS - (001065)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to juniors and seniors, by permission of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a fundamental course in physics. It corresponds to the introductory physics course offered in most colleges. This course will cover the same material as an introductory college physics course, but it will allow students a year to learn the material instead of a semester. This contains a lab which will occur approximately once a week.

HOMEWORK: Some homework is required.

CLASS FORMAT: Lecture and laboratory.

TESTS: Consist mostly of problems.

REPORTS: For extra credit only.

GRADING: Challenging tests.

GENETICS (001063)Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: Anatomy and Physiology or approval of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will primarily be concerned with (1) basic principles of genetics, (2) different genetic diseases, and (3) new concepts in cell differentiation.

HOMEWORK: Some outside reading.

CLASS FORMAT: Lecture and some outside reading.

GRADING: Challenging tests.

REPORTS: One research paper.

HEALTH CAREER SCIENCE I - (010285)One Year Course at FSCC

PREREQUISITE: Open to juniors and seniors only. Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

First Semester

CPR for the Basic Rescuer ( 1 college credit) will provide training in the areas of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Airway Obstruction.

Exploratory I (3 college credits) will introduce the student to Health Careers and working knowledge of Medication Terminology and the Human Body Systems.

Exploratory II (3 college credits) will provide instruction in the Health Career topics of Medical Ethics, Safety, First Aid, Vital Signs and Infection control.

Second Semester

Geriatric Aide - CNA (5 college credits) is a training program designed to teach basic skills, human understanding and attitudes necessary to render upgraded services for residents of adult care facilities in Kansas.

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Foreign LanguageForeign Language

SPANISH I - (001069)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to grades nine through twelve, students enrolling in Spanish I have completed eighth grade English with at least a C average, and are mastering reading at their own level or above according to standardized reading scores.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language and the culture of the various Spanish-speaking countries around the world. Students begin tocommunicatewith increasingflexibilitybasedon limited vocabulary. Correct pronunciation and basic grammatical skills are emphasized. This is a participation class and everyone is expected to speak Spanish in class with increasing frequency. By the end of level one the goal is for the student to be able to communicate and function on a basic level in the target language.

HOMEWORK: Assignments most days that are due the next class period unless otherwise stated. There are also vocabulary lists that will need to be memorized.

TESTS: There will be some sort of evaluation weekly. Types of evaluation include: oral quizzes, vocabulary quizzes and chapter tests.

GRADING: Tests, quizzes, oral evaluations, listening exercises and daily work. A notebook is also required and will be graded quarterly. At the end of each semester therewillbeaproficiencytest.

SPANISH II - (001070)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Spanish I with at least a C average.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Spanish II is a continuation of developing skills that began in Spanish I. This is a participation class and everyone is expected to take advantage of opportunities to practice these skills and acquire new ones daily. The class will be conducted as much as possible in the target language at an intermediate level. Reading, writing, listening comprehension and

conversation are all emphasized. The culture of Spanish-speaking countries is incorporated as a continuation of the overall curriculum.

HOMEWORK: Assignments most days that are due the next class period unless otherwise stated. Some assignments include writing simple paragraphs in spanish. There are also vocabulary lists that will need to be memorized.

TESTS: There will be some sort of evaluation weekly. Types of evaluation include: oral quizzes, vocabulary quizzes and chapter tests.

GRADING: Tests, quizzes, oral evaluations, listening exercises and daily work. A notebook is also required and will be graded quarterly. At the end of each semester therewillbeaproficiencytest.

HONORS SPANISH I - (010269)One Year Course

COURSE DESRIPTION: Although an entry-level class, students enrolling in this course should possess a superior work ethic and an enthusiasm for learning a foreign language. Students should be performing at or above grade level in reading and have a comparable vocabulary in English. The class will move at a faster pace, and there will be homework most nights. This class will study vocabulary, grammar, composition and practice oral communication, develop listening and reading skills, and acquire an appreciation of Hispanic cultures. Students are expected to converse in Spanish as much as their ability allows while in class.GRADING: Based on tests, quizzes, oral evaluations, listening exercises and daily work. A notebook is also required and will be graded quarterly. At the end of each semester, there will be a comprehensive test incorporating Honors-style evaluations.

HONORS SPANISH II - (010270)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Honors Spanish I with at least a C average or permission of the instructor. This class is a continuation of the process lead-ing to successful completion of the Advanced Placement test for Spanish. Students will continue to acquire skills in oral and written communication in Spanish in order to be able to perform at a high level. Everyone will be expected to communicate as much as possible in Span-ish during the class period which will be conducted as much as possible in the target language at an intermedi-ate level.

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HONORS SPANISH III - (001071)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Honors Spanish II with at least a C average or permission of the instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Honors Spanish III emphasizes all skills developed and practiced in Honors Spanish I and II. Students are expected to use Spanish for most conversation within the classroom. These skills are practiced and the class is conducted at an advanced level. Allskillsbegintoreflectmasterywithintheguidelinesofthe AP test. There is a continuation of the study of Spanish grammar and culture. Students will also be introduced to Hispanic literature.

HOMEWORK: Daily assignments of reading, writing, and/or memorization.

GRADING: Tests, quizzes, oral evaluation, written essays, and general daily work over grammar. Students will begin to accumulate a portfolio of their work. At theendofeachsemestertherewillbeaproficiencytestreflectingPre-APrequirements.

Business EducationBusiness Education

BUSINESS ESSENTIALS - (010260)One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will identify employability and personal skills needed to obtain a career and be successful in the workplace. Students, using proper keyboarding technique, will utilize Microsoft Officetocompletevariousdocuments.Unitsonpersonalfinanceandcareerexplorationwillalsobecompleted.Class is required for graduation.

BUSINESS CONSUMER/PERSONAL FINANCE (010249)

First or Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: Must be a sophomore, junior or senior and should be at least a "B" student and have had Business Essentials.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students are taught the importance of finances. The course provides generalinformation about financial concepts, purchasing strategies, consumer credit, investing and insurance. The use of small calculators, computers and other technology forfinancialplanningisemphasized.

HOMEWORK: Only if work is not completed in class.

GRADING: Daily assignments, tests and projects.

TEXTBOOKS: Foundations in Personal Finance by Lampo Group, 2008 (Dave Ramsey Financial Series).Business & Personal Finance. By Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, 2002.Business & Personal Finance Workbook. By Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, 2002.

BUSINESS AND PERSONAL LAW - (010151)First or Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will relate the law to their current lives and see the law’s implication intheir futures. They will recognize the rights and duties of all parties. Topics introduced will include Ethics and the Law, The Court System, Criminal Law, The Law of Torts, Contract Law, Consumer Protection and Product Liability, Owning a Vehicle, Employment Law, Using Your Purchasing Power.

HOMEWORK: Only if work is not completed in class.

CLASS FORMAT: The class will include many of the following activities: Lecture Chapter tests Class discussion Textbook readings Class presentations Guest speakers Videos on current or recent court cases

TESTS: Each chapter will conclude with a formal evaluation.

GRADING: Daily assignments, current events and tests.

FOUNDATIONS OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM (010261) One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors, this course will assist students in understanding why travel and tourism is one of the world's largest industries. Students will examine different segments of the tourism industry and explore careers offered. Students will understand the economic impact to the world economy. Students will also explore how Fort Scott relies on tourism to help sustain the local economy. Students will visit various sites in Fort Scott andunderstandthesignificanceofeachtooureconomyincluding the Lowell Milken Center, the National Historic Site, and the Fort Scott National Cemetery.

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COMPUTER BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY (010255)

One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to students who have completed Business Essentials with a grade of "B" or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Course is open to those students who desire to further develop their keyboarding skills for personal use or who desire to develop vocational skillsforthebusinessoffice.Studentswillcontinuetheirinstruction in formatting letters, memos, reports, and tables usingMicrosoftOffice,andotherprograms.Emphasiswill be placed on grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading. Students will also learn applications of database, spreadsheet, graphics, and desktop publishing.

HOMEWORK: None if work is completed during class period.

GRADING: Daily assignments, job simulations, production tests, timed writings, and notebooks.

BUSINESS TECH II / ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (010274)

One Year (one or two blocks)

PREREQUISITE: APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTOR.

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING: Student will spend each day in a business applying skills appropriate to the occupation or occupational area the student has chosen to study.

Fine ArtsFine Arts

DRAMA - (001007)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to all students at FSHS, Drama is a course designed to give students a complete overview of theater. The technical aspects, as well as the performing, are covered. Areas of study include (though not limited to) scene study, improvisation, character analysis, stage lighting, set construction, stage makeup, movement and theater history. This is a performance class, and as such, all students should be prepared to do activities that require being in front of an audience. There will be some activities and time required outside of the regular schedule.

DRAWING AND PAINTING I - (010157)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to grades ten through twelve, drawing introduces students to the problems of realistic and abstract drawing. Beginning emphasis is on drawing simple objects and linear expression progressing toward expression with mass and tone. Advanced drawing is geared to challenge students and will include a variety of drawing media. An introduction to painting is designed to acquaint students with the tools and materials of painting. Media includes tempera, watercolor, and acrylic.Advancedstudents’paintingswillincludeuseof oils and airbrush techniques with an emphasis on the development of individual projects.

HOMEWORK: Sketchbook.

CLASS FORMAT: Lectures and demonstrations will precede each project assignment with follow-up critique, either individual or group.

TESTS: Objective/portfolio

REPORTS: Open.

GRADING: Sketchbook, daily grades based on attitude and participation, bringing needed tools and performance as well as quality of formal projects.

DRAWING AND PAINTING II - (010161)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to juniors and seniors, this course is a continuation of Drawing and Painting I.

DRAWING AND PAINTING III - (010162)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to juniors and seniors, this course is a continuation of Drawing and Painting II.

Drawing and Painting IV – (010163)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to seniors only, this course is a continued exploration of the drawing or painting process and can be used for independent investigation of artistic concepts or development of a portfolio required for admission to a college art program.

CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE - (010158)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to grades ten through twelve, ceramics is an introduction to clay as a creative medium. Hand building,wheel throwing, andfiringprocesses will be covered. Beginning emphasis will be on development of skills and concepts. Advanced students will explore individual problems using various methods of forming: slab building, coiling, throwing, and press molding. Sculpture introduces students to methods, materials, and tools of sculpture and general concepts of sculptural form. Media include clay, wire, wood, paper mache, plastic, and light metals. Projects may also include useoffiber,thread,fabric,plastic,paper,naturalvines,and other found objects.

HOMEWORK: Sketchbook.

CLASS FORMAT: Lectures and demonstrations precede project assignment. Group or individual critique follows completion of each project.

TESTS: Objective/portfolio.

Fine Arts

completed portfolios consisting of twenty-four digital imagesandfiveoriginalphotographstotheCollegeBoardfor scoring. If students receive a passing score, they may qualify for college credit for the class.

BAND - (001090)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Students in grades nine through twelve with previous instrumental music experience and approval of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Band students will perform with Marching Band and Concert Band. Marching Band is designed to develop good marching skills. Band members will perform at all home football and basketball games. Band members will participate in marching contests and parades. Concert Band season begins after marching season. This time is used to develop music for concerts and to instruct the students towards higher performance skills on their instruments. There will be a minimum of 3 concerts per year. Music festival presents an experience for the band to be evaluated, as a whole, by professionals inthefieldofmusic.Theyalsohavetheopportunitytoperform solos and in small ensembles.

GRADING: Performances, individual skills and daily work habits.

CONCERT CHOIR - (001091)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Students in grades ten through twelve, who have auditioned and been approved by the instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Concert Choir is an advanced course in vocal ensemble singing. Students must be able to maintain an individual part in SATB and in order to be admitted to this choir. Emphasis on individual vocal technique, phrasing, solfege, IPA and musical style. The Concert Choir will perform a number of concerts and at KSHSAA music contest.

HOMEWORK: Individual/group practices and concerts.

CLASS FORMAT: An advanced extracurricular group, “Select Ensemble” will be selected from this group.

TESTS: Concerts and contests are a major part of the grade.

REPORTS: Open.

GRADING: Daily grade based on class participation, bringing necessary equipment, performance, and quality offinalproject.

PHOTOGRAPHY IMAGING - (010272)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Grades eleven and twelve. Permission of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Beginning photography introduces students to the basic photographic processes and explores the creative and utilitarian (yearbook) potential of the medium. The technical aspects of photography, use of camera, metering, black and white filmprocessingandprintingwillbetaught.Asprocessand technical skills are refined, emphasis on creativephotographic solutions to assigned problems will be stressed.

HOMEWORK: Individual photo assignments.

CLASS FORMAT: Lectures and demonstrations will precede each project assignment. Critique will follow, either individual or group.

TESTS: Objective/portfolio.

REPORTS: Open.

GRADING: Daily grade based on attitude, class participation, bringing necessary equipment and performance. Also included is quality of assigned projects.

Course fee required.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART (010177)

One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to juniors or seniors who have taken Photography I and/or one other art class.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is for highly motivated students who are seriously interested in the study of art and aware of the time and discipline required in order to be successful. Students will create a portfolio of art work through traditional, alternative and digital photography. This rigorous academic curriculum is designed to guide the student in the development of conceptual thinking, compositional understanding and execution of photographic technique. It will emphasize art as an on-going process involving informed and critical decision making. In May students will submit their

BEGINNING CHOIR - (001093)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to all students, this is a course in ensemble singing with an emphasis on learn-ing to use the voice properly, singing in tune and staying on an individual voice part. It prepares students for more advanced music studied in Concert Choir.

HOMEWORK: Individual/group practices.

TESTS: Concerts and contests are a major part of the grade.

CLASS FORMAT: An advanced group, “Freshman En-semble” will be selected from this group.

Fine Arts

ORCHESTRA - (001092)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Students in grades nine through twelve with previous orchestra experience and approval of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: High School Orchestra is designed to build on instrumental music skills previously learned by the string instrument player. Time is spent each day in developing technical facility and improved tone quality. Students have an opportunity to perform as a string ensemble and also as a full orchestra. There is a minimum of three concerts per year. Orchestra students attend the music festival in the spring and are encouraged to perform solos and in small ensembles.

GRADING: Performance, individual skills, and daily work habits.

Career & Technology EducationCareer & Technology Education

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION - (010262)First or Second Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This semester course is a required course for all freshmen. The course will offer students an opportunity to explore current technology in four basic areas: 1. Biotechnology 2. Communication Technology 3. Industrial Technology 4. Power and Energy TechnologyClass time will be spent in a laboratory module setting with students working cooperatively. Problem solving will be emphasized throughout the course.

AUTOMOTIVE PATHWAY

INTRO TO AUTOMOTIVE/TRANSPORTATION (010263)

First Semester CourseAUTOMOTIVE I/AUTO INFORMATION

(010264)Second Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to grades nine through twelve. Students will cover material set forth in course outline. This will be accomplished by lecture, demonstration, video, working models, and mock-ups. A general overview of how the automobile works and how it should be maintained will be covered. The responsibilities of owning a vehicle will also be covered in this course.

AUTOMOTIVE II/GENERAL SERVICE I (010265)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to grades ten through twelve who have completed Intro to Automotive/Transportation and Automotive I/Auto Information.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will cover material set forth in course outline. This will be accomplished by lecture, demonstration, video, working models and mock-ups. Each automotive system will be covered in this course individually. Each student will be exposed to working in a shop environment and how an automotive shop is operated.

AUTOMOTIVE III/GENERAL SERVICE II - (010284)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to grades eleven and twelve who have completed Automotive II/General Service I.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will cover material set forth in course outline. This will be accomplished by lecture, demonstration, video, working models and mock-ups. Each automotive system will be covered in this course individually with extreme detail. Diagnosis of automotive problems is stressed. Each student will be exposed to working in a shop environment and be expected to work as an employee would in an automotive shop.

AUTOMOTIVE IV/GENERAL SERVICE III - (010284)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to grades eleven and twelve who have completed Automotive III/General Service II.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will cover material set forth in course outline. This will be accomplished by lecture, demonstration, video, working models and mock-ups. Each automotive system will be covered in this course individually with extreme detail. Diagnosis of automotive problems is stressed. Each student will be exposed to working in a shop environment and be expected to work as an employee would in an automotive shop.

CONSTRUCTION PATHWAY

INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – (001095)

First Semester Course

PREREQUISITE:(1stYear)Thisclassisrequiredfirstfor all other program courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introductory semester-long course designed to instruct students in the basic skills necessary to all occupations in the design and pre-construction and construction areas. This is a semester-long course that will cover safety, tools, construction math, print reading, communication, and job skills. Nationalcertificationcanbeearnedinthesemodules.

TESTS: Written and performance evaluations.

Career & Technology Education

RESEARCH AND DESIGN IN BUILDING TRADES (001099)

One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (4th Year) Residential Carpentry II

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A yearlong advanced researchandapplicationcoursecoveringspecifictopicsin building construction to include management and “green” building skills. Areas covered are installing thermal and sound insulation, drywall texturing, interior/exterior trim,variousfloor systems,advanced framingconcepts, and energy efficient building techniques.Nationalcertificationcanbeearnedinthesemodules.

TESTS: Written and performance evaluations. Job site work is required and must be prepared to work outside in various weather conditions.

DESIGN AND PRE-CONSTRUCTION PATHWAY

INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – (001095)

First Semester Course

PREREQUISITE:(1stYear)Thisclassisrequiredfirstfor all other program courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introductory semester-long course designed to instruct students in the basic skills necessary to all occupations in the design and pre-construction and construction areas. This is a semester-long course that will cover safety, tools, construction math, print reading, communication, and job skills. Nationalcertificationcanbeearnedinthesemodules.


DRAFTING (010100)Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: (1st Year) Intro. to Industrial Technology

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This one-semester course provides an introduction to architectural and technical drafting skills. Manual drafting skills, standards, sketching, and symbols are covered in each type of drawings.


SKILLED MECHANICAL CRAFTS (001096)Second Semester Course

PREREQUISITE: (1st Year) Intro. to Industrial Technology

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introductory-level course designed to instruct students in the basic skills necessary for occupations in skilled mechanical crafts. Class consists of numerous lab activites.


RESIDENTIAL CARPENTRY I (001097) One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (2nd Year) Intro to Industrial Technology / Skilled Mechanical Crafts.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A yearlong comprehensive course designed to instruct students in the basic knowledge and skills required for construction of residential structures. Areas covered are reading plans, estimating materials, framing floors, walls and roofs,installing roof coverings, installing doors and windows. Nationalcertificationcanbeearnedinthesemodules.


RESIDENTIAL CARPENTRY II (001098)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (3rd Year) Residential Carpentry I

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An advanced yearlong comprehensive course designed to instruct students in skillspertainingtoroughconstructionandfinishwork.Areas covered are blueprint reading, set and use leveling instruments, advanced framing techniques, building stairs,installingexteriorfinishes,installinteriorfinishes,install cabinets and countertops. National certificationcan be earned in these modules.



DRAFTING/CAD (010101)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (2nd Year) Drafting

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A comprehensive course designed to instruct students in the use of CAD design and software. Extensive computer and software use will be the priority in developing drawings. Development of 3D drawings and advanced drafting techniques with the computer are course competencies.


ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN (010102)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (3rd Year) Drafting/CAD

COURSE DESCRIPTION:A comprehensive course designed to instruct students in the basic skills of architectural design with a particular emphasis on residential and light commercial applications. Areas covered are functional design, building costs, types of plans, and 3D drawings.


RESEARCH AND DESIGN FOR PRE-CONSTRUCTION (010103)

One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (4th Year) Architectural Design

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An advanced research and applicationcoursecoveringspecifictopicsindesignand pre-construction to include management and “green” design skills. Areas covered are designing for special needs, environmental impact on projects, rendering of 3D drawings, and advanced CAD techniques.


FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

CAREER AND LIFE PLANNING (010111) One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Each student will explore career choices to determine what knowledge and skills are associated with various careers. Job seeking and retention skills will be studied. Strategies for balancing personal life with the work environment will be analyzed. This is the introductory level class for the pathways of Family and Community Services and Travel and Tourism.

CAREER AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS(010113)

One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Open to juniors and seniors, the student will analyze career paths and explore professional behaviors and skills while enhancing self-development needed throughout the life-span. This class is for students who have already taken the introductory and technical level classes in either the Family and Community Services or the Travel and Tourism Pathway. Students will spend time in a school, agency, or business applying skills appropriate to an occupation in which they have shown an interest.

CULINARY ESSENTIALS - (010279)One Semester Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will explore knowledge, skills, and practices for food production. Students will explore and demonstrate measuring techniques in relation to a recipe as well as common food production skills necessary to prepare food. A lab fee to cover the costs of food will be collected. This class is required for the Travel and Tourism Pathway.

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OFFICE AIDE - (010139)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is open only to juniors and seniors who will need an approval slip signedbytheprincipal.Studentsassistofficestaffandfaculty as needed. Main responsibilities are diverse. Students will courteously assist parents and visitors at thecounter,runnotestoclassrooms,file,type,andassistin sorting and collating the Parent Newsletters and other correspondence. The grade, pass or fail, is given for the course which carries one unit of credit.

AGRISCIENCE - (010121)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: (1st Year) Open to grades nine through twelve. Technical agriculture including farm accounts and record keeping, FFA, breeds of livestock, soils, entomology, and basic shop skills. Careers in Agribusiness and Production, the importance of choosing a career, personal qualities for the world of work and various occupational requirements.

HOMEWORK: Some, SAE of some type.

CLASSFORMAT: Three-fifths classroom, two-fifthsshop,fieldtripswillbetaken,discussion,lecture,lab.

TESTS:Endofeachunittwotofiveeachnineweeks,short essay, objective, oral.

REPORTS: Learn FFA, read, and present one to two minute public speech.

GRADING: Attitude, work habits, quality and quantity of work, tests, record book, notebook, participation, special requirements.

MEDIA CENTER AIDE - (010138)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE. Junior or senior level. (Course may be taken as a junior and again as a senior.)

PHILOSOPHY: The Media Center operation is similar to those found in many other occupations and life situations. The skills learned here and the attention given to detail are preparation for future experiences. The exposure to a variety of materials will increase learning skills and encourage further education.OBJECTIVES: Students will be able to use a media center/library with better understanding. Students will be able to assist patrons in a friendly, courteous, and businesslike way. Students will have an understanding oftheclassificationsystemandarrangementofprintandnon-print materials as well as audiovisual and computer technology. Students will be able follow circulation procedures and aid in the retrieval of materials. Students will be exposed to new information technology services and systems.

DUTIES: Typical duties include handling circulation procedures, locating, arranging, and shelving materials, giving assistance in the proper use of the electronic catalog, computer databases, periodicals, audiovisual materials and equipment and other services available in the media center.

TEACHER AIDE - (010142)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Seniors only. Typical duties include grading papers, typing, setting up and caring for equipment, and running errands within the school. The grade, pass or fail, is given for the course which carries one unit of credit. Teacher aides are encouraged to participate in Future Educators of America (FEA). Teachers must recruit their own teacher aides.

INDEPENDENT STUDYFirst Semester Course - (010143)

Second Semester Course - (010144)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Seniors only! Students will pick a topic of interest to them and submit a plan on how to research the topic. Students must meet with the teacher on a regular basis and submit a weekly plan of activities. Afinalpresentationisarequirementforapass/failgrade.


PLANT/SOIL SCIENCE - (010122)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (2nd Year) Open to grades ten through twelve. Agriscience.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Technical agriculture to include farm accounts, grass andweed identification,entomology, land and pasture evaluation, soil conservation, seed, feeds, selection of livestock, FFA, careers in agribusiness and production agriculture. Agriculture mechanics including arc welding, sheet metal, cutting with acetylene torch and plasma arc. Repairs and construction of projects.

HOMEWORK: Some, SAE, and records on SAE.

CLASSFORMAT: Three-fifths classroom, two-fifthsshop,fieldtripswillbetaken,discussion,lecture,lab.

TESTS:Endofeachunit,twotofiveeachnineweeks,short essay, objective, and oral.

REPORTS: Write and present two to three minute speech, oral reports.

GRADING: Attitude, work habits, quality of and quantity of work, tests, record book, notebook, participation, special requirements.

ANIMAL SCIENCE - (010123)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (3rd Year) Open to grades eleven and twelve. Agriscience and Plant/Soil Science.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Agriculture to include use and application of fertilizers, livestock, dairy and crop management practices, carcass grading and retail meat. Farm accounting, marketing livestock breeding and reproduction, nutrition, genetics, agriculture technologies, agriculture economics, and FFA. Agriculture mechanics to include machinery, repair and construction of projects.


CLASSFORMAT: Three-fifths classroom, two-fifthsshop,fieldtrips,discussion,lecture,lab.

TESTS: End of each unit, six to eight each nine weeks, short essay, objective, and oral.

REPORTS:Writeandpresentthreetofourorfourtofiveminute speech, oral reports.

GRADING: Attitude, work habits, quality of and quantity of work, tests and quizzes, record books, notebook, participation, special requirements.

AGRIBUSINESS - (010124)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: (4th Year) Open to grade twelve. Agriscience, Plant/Soil Science and Animal Science.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Agriculture to include use and application of fertilizers, livestock, dairy and crop management practices, carcass grading and retail meat. Farm accounting, marketing, livestock breeding and reproduction, nutrition, genetics, agriculture technologies, agriculture economics, and FFA. Agriculture mechanics to include machinery, repair and construction of projects.


CLASSFORMAT: Three-fifths classroom, two-fifthsshop,fieldtrips,discussion,lecture,lab.TESTS: End of each unit, six to eight each nine weeks, short essay, objective, and oral.

REPORTS:Writeandpresentthreetofourorfourtofiveminute speech, oral reports.

GRADING: Attitude, work habits, quality of and quantity of work, tests and quizzes, record books, notebook, participation, special requirements.

AGRICULTURE MECHANICS - (010127)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Open to grades eleven and twelve. Also must be enrolled in Animal Science or Agribusiness.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Agriculture Mechanics is a one-hour shop class that is offered to juniors and seniors who are currently enrolled in the regular Agriculture Education classes. The class is strictly shop work for students with large projects. Admission may also be with approval of instructor.

GRADING: Attitude, work habits, quality and quantity of work, project construction.

Physical Education

Physical EducationPHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

(Girl’s 010129 – Boys 010128)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is a required subject for all high school students. It may be taken any time during a student’s high school career, but itis recommended that students take this course during the freshman year if possible. Physical Education and Healthisdesignedtoimproveoverallfitnessaswellasintroduce a variety of team and individual sports. Every daytheclasswillfocusonimprovingfitnessscoresbyimproving cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility,andagility.Participationinteamorindividualsports will be emphasized.

COURSE WORK: Unit handouts/Study guides, Written Tests, and Physical testing.

CLASS FORMAT: This course is designed to improve theoverallstrengthandfitnessofallstudents.Studentswill focus on the development of their overall strength, speed,flexibility,andcardiovascularendurance.Studentswill be required to participate in a variety of strength and fitnessconceptsthroughouttheyearwhichincludebutare not limited to the following: Olympic Weight Lifting, Body Weight Training, Power Lifting, Circuit Training, Flexibility Training, Jump Training, Pylometric Training, Agilities Training, and Cardiovascular Training. Students will also have a clear understanding of both team and individual sports. We will focus on teamwork, strategy, problem solving, rules of the game, and etiquette.

GRADING: Grades will be based on written tests, physical testing, daily participation, and dressing out.

BOYS FITNESS - (010130)One Year Course

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Designed for the elite athlete who is molding his body through strength and conditioning. This class is a full-on training class that will work out each class period with intensity and purpose with the goal of creating a better physical specimen within the athletic programs of FSHS.

PREREQUISITE: Members of the class must obtain references from at least two varsity athletic coaches in whose sports the student participates. Students in this class must be in at least two sports. Failure to maintain this status could be grounds for transfer out of the class. Students will need to apply for acceptance in the class during the spring enrollment period. (Why should you be in this class?) The class is limited to a maximum of 40 students. Sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated an aptitude for two or more sports will be given priority whenfillingtheclass.Seniorswishingtoenrollmustbeof the highest dedication and demonstrate exceptional leadership as viewed over the past two years.

GRADING: Based on physical performance and improvement as judged in measures of bench press, squat, hang clean, and cardiovascular measures. If a student cannot perform these, DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS CLASS. Students must also exhibit characteristics listed below. This class is not for everyone. This class is designed to be the most physically demanding class offered at FSHS.Therefore, the first fewweekswillbe a try-out period. Instructors will evaluate students on various traits and tasks. Included in evaluation will be punctuality, enthusiasm, work ethic, teamwork, leadership, intensity, cooperation, attitude, response and reaction to challenges, discipline, reliability, and trustworthiness.

GIRLS FITNESS - (010133)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Girls' Physical Education I and permission of instructor.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Per teacher approval. Students willparticipateinactivitiestoimproveindividualfitness.Flexibility, plyometrics, power walking, running, aerobics and weightlifting will be performed daily. Games like those in Physical Education will not be offered.

Special EducationSpecial Education

GIFTED - (010154)(Independent Investigations)

PREREQUISITE: Students must be referred by teachers, parents or by self-referral. There are state intellectualqualificationsthatmustbemetforeligibility.Current intelligence and achievement test scores are used. A placement meeting with parents, teachers, school psychologist and student is required to write an individualized education plan.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: An individualized program is planned for each student with goals in problem-solving, vocabulary, creativity, research, career investigations, college searches, scholarship application and regular education enrichment. These goals are met through independent projects and activities.

CLASS FORMAT: Students are taken from their regular education classes for a portion of a class period or a time that is determined by the educational team. The classes missed alternate so a student doesn't miss any one class more than once a month. Students may also opt to enroll as an elective in place of leaving regular education classes.

TESTS: Students may work on ACT, SAT, and PSAT preparation.

GRADING: Students are evaluated on class participation and performance. Students can earn one credit if enrolled as an elective. If participation is through the pullout from regular education process, one-half credit per school year is given for actively participating 60% of required time with a grade of “P” for passing. Students will receive an “A” for actively participating 90% of required time. No credit will be issued for lack of participation or actively working toward goals.

Students, parents, and employees of USD-234 are notified that this district does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, or natural origin.

RESOURCE ROOM - (010136/010137)One Year Course

PREREQUISITE: Current psychological, educational placement. Students must have an Individual Education Plan.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Support services are provided to facilitate success in the inclusion setting. Students may receive instruction at their academic level. Vocational Skills, Life Skills, Study Skills, and Strategies are taught in the resource room when appropriate. Student's needs are determined by the Individual Educational Plan team.

ACTIVITY PERIOD - (010300)

Every student is required to be in an Activity Period class. The purpose and objective of this class is to give students a time to make up work, see a teacher for help, practice silent sustained reading and to study. Student receives .25 credit per semester on a pass/fail grade.

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