UNION COUNTY

HIGH SCHOOL

1163 LAKESIDE DRIVE

UNION, SC 29379

(864) 429-1750 CO

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2020-2021

Parents & Students

Our goal at Union County High School is to ensure that each student is

College and Career Ready upon graduation. This course guide provides a

wealth of information and serves as an orientation to you and your student.

Students will have an Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) meeting with their

counselor each year of their high school career. The purpose of these

meetings is to prepare students’ future schedules based on their past

achievements and their post-secondary goals. Every decision made will

affect your student’s future. We highly encourage students to be proactive

in requesting courses during their IGP meetings.

ADMINISTRATORS

Kevin Farmer, Principal

Karen Petty, Assistant Principal

Jeff Stepp, Assistant Principal

Tee Farr, Assistant Principal

SCHOOL COUNSELORS

Terricka Glenn, School Counselor (A-E)

Patrick West, School Counselor (F-K)

Imani Richard, Lead Counselor (L-R)

Anna Roark (S-Z)

Michelle Hughey, Administrative

Assistant

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union County High School operates on a four block schedule unless special

permission is granted by the superintendent or the superintendent’s designee.

COURSES AND SCHEDULES

Seniors must take a minimum of two classes per semester unless they’re taking dual

enrollment courses then they’re able to take one class at UCHS.

Juniors that are taking dual enrollment courses must take at least two classes at UCHS.

All courses are open to students of both sexes.

Administrators/Counselors will assign classes for students who fail to complete the

registration process.

Due to conflicts, there is no guarantee that all courses requested can be scheduled.

COURSE REGISTRATION

Course registration and student advisement begins in September and ends in early February for

rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. During this time, counselors will review the student’s transcript,

Individual Graduation Plan (IGP), appropriate tests, and the courses selected by the student and

his/her parents. Students and parents should use good judgement when selecting courses.

DROP DATES

Pursuant to the South Carolina Department of Education regulation, R43-234 “Defined Program,

Grades 9-12 and Graduation Requirements,” students must meet the minimum requirements for the

awarding of credit. Students that wish to drop a semester class within 5 days of enrollment or drop a

quarter class within 3 days of enrollment can do so without penalty.

Students who withdraw from a course after the specified time of 3 days or 5 days shall be assigned a

“WF/50” and the “WF/50” must be calculated into the student’s overall grade point average.

RETAKING COURSES

“Any student may retake a course at the same level of difficulty if the student has earned a D, P, NP,

WP, FA, WF, or an F in that course. If the same level course is not accessible, the course may be

retaken at a different level of rigor.”

REQUIREMENTS FOR EARNING A SOUTH CAROLINA

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

A. The student must earn a total of twenty-four units of credit as follows:

ENGLISH 4 Units (must be taken every year until complete)

MATHEMATICS 4 Units (must be taken every year until complete)

SCIENCE 3 Units (one unit must be Biology I)

SOCIAL STUDIES 1 unit of social studies elective (World History, World Geography, Civics, Law Education, etc.)

½ unit of Government

½ unit of Economics

1 unit of US History and Constitution

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1 unit

COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 unit

FOREIGN LANGUAGE OR

CATE COURSE

1 unit

ELECTIVES 7 units

TOTAL 24 UNITS

B. The student must pass a course in United States history in which an end-of-course

examination is administered.

C. The student must pass Biology I in which an end-of-course examination is

administered.

D. The student must attend high school issuing the diploma for at least the semester

immediately preceding graduation except in a case of a bona fide change of residence

to a location in which the sending school will not grant the diploma. Units earned in a

summer school program do not satisfy this requirement.

Numerical Average Letter

Grade

College Prep Honors Advanced Placemen

100 A 5.000 5.500 6.000 99 A 4.900 5.400 5.900

98 A 4.800 5.300 5.800 97 A 4.700 5.200 5.700 96 A 4.600 5.100 5.600 95 A 4.500 5.000 5.500 94 A 4.400 4.900 5.400 93 A 4.300 4.800 5.300 92 A 4.200 4.700 5.200 91 A 4.100 4.600 5.100 90 A 4.000 4.500 5.000 89 B 3.900 4.400 4.900 88 B 3.800 4.300 4.800 87 B 3.700 4.200 4.700 86 B 3.600 4.100 4.600 85 B 3.500 4.000 4.500 84 B 3.400 3.900 4.400 83 B 3.300 3.800 4.300 82 B 3.200 3.700 4.200 81 B 3.100 3.600 4.100 80 B 3.000 3.500 4.000 79 C 2.900 3.400 3.900 78 C 2.800 3.300 3.800 77 C 2.700 3.200 3.700 76 C 2.600 3.100 3.600 75 C 2.500 3.000 3.500 74 C 2.400 2.900 3.400 73 C 2.300 2.800 3.300 72 C 2.200 2.700 3.200 71 C 2.100 2.600 3.100 70 C 2.000 2.500 3.000 69 D 1.900 2.400 2.900 68 D 1.800 2.300 2.800 67 D 1.700 2.200 2.700

66 D 1.600 2.100 2.600 65 D 1.500 2.000 2.500 64 D 1.400 1.900 2.400 63 D 1.300 1.800 2.300 62 D 1.200 1.700 2.200 61 D 1.100 1.600 2.100 60 D 1.000 1.500 2.000 59 F .900 1.400 1.900 58 F .800 1.300 1.800 57 F .700 1.200 1.700 56 F .600 1.100 1.600 55 F .500 1.000 1.500 54 F .400 .900 1.400 53 F .300 .800 1.300 52 F .200 .700 1.200 51 F .100 .600 1.100

0-50 F .000 0.000 0.000 51 FA 0.000 0.000 0.000 51 WF 0.000 0.000 0.000

_-- WP 0.000 0.000 0.000

GRADE CLASSIFICATION

All first-year high school students or students who do not pass Grade 9 will be classified as freshmen. For promotion to the next grade classification, students must have earned the following number of units:

Sophomore—To be promoted to Grade 10, students must have earned a minimum of five units including one

unit each in English and Math.

Junior—To be promoted to Grade 11, students must have earned a minimum of eleven units including two

units each in English and Math.

Senior—To be promoted to Grade 12, fourth-year students must have earned a minimum of seventeen

units including three units each in English and Math. Students must be able to complete all units needed

for graduation by the end of second (spring) semester. See Board Policy IHF for requirements for early

graduation

ATHLETIC ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY

To participate in interscholastic activities, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

FIRST SEMESTER ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible in the first semester a student must pass a minimum of five units. At least two units

must have been passed during the second semester or summer school. Must have an overall

passing average of 60.

SECOND SEMESTER ELIGIBILITY

If eligible for first semester, student must also pass 2 or more units in the Fall Semester. If

ineligible first semester, student must pass 2 ½ or more units in the Fall Semester. Must have an

overall passing average of 60.

NCAA REQUIREMENTS

Students wishing to play Division I or Division II collegiate sports must apply online to the

NCAA Clearinghouse. Eligibility for collegiate sports requires 16 core course credits for both

Division I and Division II. The breakdown of core course credits may be checked online. The

minimum grade point average for eligibility is 2.3 in the core classes. Once the student begins the

seventh semester, they may not repeat or replace any of those 10 courses to improve the core course

GPA. The minimum SAT score is 820 or minimum ACT sum score of 68. The SAT combined score is

based on the Verbal and Math sections only. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of

the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science. For more information

regarding eligibility, please visit www.ncaa.org. Click on the “Academics” and then “becoming

eligible” or you may call NCAA toll-free at 877-262-1492.

UNION COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Please click the link to access Union County Career and Technology Center’s Career Guide

http://unioncate.ss8.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_413729/File/CATE%20Courses_revi

sed%202020-2021.pdf

ENGLISH

Completion of four English courses are required for a South Carolina High School Diploma. End-of-course examination

is required for the completion of English II Honors and English II.

ENGLISH FLOW CHART

8TH GRADE 9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE

English I Honors English II Honors or English II

English III Honors or English III

AP English Language and

Composition or English IV

AP English Literature or

USCU English 101 and 102

English I English II English III English IV

ENGLISH I CP

302400CW

English I CP is designed for students who perform at grade-level and are college and career-oriented. This course is an introductory course that focuses on four basic types of writing, vocabulary, and literature.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of ELA 8

ENGLISH II HONORS

30250HW

English II Honors is an accelerated college preparatory course designed to broaden expository writing skills. This course emphasizes proficient use of English grammar and extensive vocabulary. English II Honors is taught in conjunction with composition; the study of literature focusing on both form and content.

Credits: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 average or higher in English I Honors

ENGLISH II CP

302500CW

English II CP is designed for students who perform at grade- level and are college and career-oriented. Emphasis is given to the development of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of English I or English I Honors

ENGLISH III HONORS

302600HW

English III Honors is a preparatory course for Advanced Placement English courses and English 101. In this course students read, analyze, synthesize, and respond to literary selections with special emphasis placed on works by American authors.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in English II Honors

ENGLISH III CP

302600CW

English III is a college preparatory course designed to review and refine a student’s reading, writing, listening, speaking, critical thinking, and research skills. Integrated lessons emphasize selections by American authors, expository and persuasive writing techniques, academic and practical vocabulary usage, and the art of listening to an evaluating information.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II or English II Honors

AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION LAB

302900HW

AP Language and Composition lab is the first semester course for AP English Language and Composition. The purpose is to prepare students to be successful in AP English Language and Composition and on the AP exam.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in English III Honors

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION

307100AW

AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course governed by the policies of the College Board. This course is designed to provide students with the necessary experience in reading and writing to prepare them for the AP Examination in English Language and Composition. Course content emphasizes the four big ideas; Rhetorical Situation (RHS), Claims and Evidence (CLE), Reasoning and Organization (REO), and Style (STL) covered in the AP English Language outline.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in English III Honors and enrollment in AP Language and Composition Lab

ENGLISH IV CP

302700CW

English IV CP is an in-depth survey of British literature with an emphasis on readings from various literary periods and genres which includes vocabulary development and research skills.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of English III or English III Honors

AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND

COMPOSITION

307000AW

AP English Literature is a college-level course governed by the policies of the College Board. This course is designed to teach students effective strategies in critical reading and analytical discernment as well as the

production of diverse modes of composition and to prepare students for the AP Examination in English Literature and Composition. Course content will emphasize the six big ideas; Character (CHR), Setting (SET), Structure (STR), Narration (NAR), Figurative Language (FIG), and Literary Argumentation (LAN) covered in the AP Literature and Composition outline.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP English Language and Composition

CREATIVE WRITING

303200CW

Creative writing is designed to expose students to the analysis of various genres of literature and to respond in essay form. Students will create original examples of short fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, editorials, news articles, and critical reviews. This course is an elective and does not take the place of a required English course.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

YEARBOOK PRODUCTION

305400CW

Yearbook production is designed to teach students interviewing skills, photography, and headline writing that is unique to yearbook production. Students will learn and become competent in Adobe Page Maker software.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

MATHEMATICS

Completion of four Math courses are required for a South Carolina High School Diploma. End-of-course examination is

required for the completion of Algebra I and Intermediate Algebra.

MATHEMATICS FLOW CHART

8th GRADE 9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE

Algebra I Honors Algebra II Honors or Algebra II

Geometry Honors or Geometry

Pre-Calculus Honors or Pre-Calculus

Calculus Honors, AP Calculus, or AP Statistics

Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus or Probability and Statistics

Foundations of Algebra/Intermediate Algebra

Geometry Algebra II or Probability and Statistics

ALGEBRA I CP

4114000CW

Algebra I is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills to solve problems using simple algebraic tools critically important to college and careers. This course emphasizes algebraic thinking, data analysis, and proportional reasoning.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Score of met or above on SC Ready

FOUNDATIONS OF ALGEBRA

411600CW

Foundations of Algebra introduces students to Algebra concepts discussed during the first half of the Algebra I course. Emphasis is placed on the transition from basic math to Algebra by applying algebraic topics to real world mathematics.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA

411700CW

Intermediate Algebra focuses on the same concepts as Algebra I. Students will study linear equations, graphic, systems of linear equations, probability and statistics, exponents, polynomials, and factoring. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on activities and real world applications of the mathematical concepts.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Foundations of Algebra I

GEOMETRY HONORS

412120HW

Geometry Honors is a rigorous course that incorporates a high level of analytical methods to prove geometric relationships. Emphasis is placed on inductive and deductive reasoning using undefined terms, defined terms, postulates, and theorems.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Algebra II Honors

GEOMETRY CP

412200CW

Geometry is designed to introduce students to geometric concepts and to develop basic logic and proof. Students will be taught inductive and deductive reasoning using undefined terms, defined terms, postulates and theorems.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I or Intermediate Algebra

ALGEBRA II HONORS

411500HW

Algebra II Honors continues to explore algebraic thinking, data analysis, and proportional reasoning. Topics will also include logarithms, building functions, and interpreting functions.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Algebra I Honors

ALGEBRA II CP

411500CW

Algebra II begins with an overview of Algebra I. This course will introduce solving linear, quadratic, and fractional equations, inequalities, and the complex number system.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS CP

414100CW

Probability and Statistics is designed to introduce statistics to students that are planning to attend a technical school after graduation. This course will emphasize normal distributions and variations, interpreting, and analyzing statistical data.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of 3 math units

PRE-CALCULUS HONORS

413100HW

Pre-Calculus Honors emphasizes any analysis of functions to include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions.

Credit: 1Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Algebra II Honors and Geometry Honors

PRE-CALCULUS CP

413100CW

Pre-Calculus begins with an overview of Algebra II and proceeds with the study of more advanced topics. This course is designed college-preparatory students and will include graphs of functions, algebra of functions, trigonometric identities, trigonometric graphs, and logarithms.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II

AP CALCULUS LAB

314970HW

AP Calculus Lab is the first semester course for AP Calculus. This course is designed to reinforce previously learned calculus concepts and application and to prepare for the AP exam.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Pre-Calculus Honors

AP CALCULUS

417000AW

AP Calculus is the most rigorous math course offered at the high school level. This course reinforces previously learned calculus concepts and applications and emphasizes the three big ideas; Change (CHA), Limits (LIM), and Analysis of Functions (FUN) covered in the AP Calculus outline.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP Calculus Lab

AP STATISTICS

417100AW

AP Statistics I is for the advanced student who is interested in statistics or who desire an additional math credit in a rigorous course. This course emphasizes the three big ideas; Variation and Distribution (VAR), Patterns and Uncertainty (UNC), and Data-Based Predictions, Decisions, and Conclusions (DAT) covered in AP Statistics outline.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Geometry Honors and Algebra II Honors

SCIENCE

End-of-course examination and successful completion of Biology I Honors or Biology I AND two other science courses are

required for a South Carolina High School Diploma.

SCIENCE FLOW CHART

8TH GRADE 9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE

Physical Science Honors

Biology I Honors

Chemistry I Honors

AP Biology Lab and AP Biology, Chemistry 2 Honors, AP Chemistry Lab and AP Chemistry, Physics Honors, or USCU Biology 101

AP Biology Lab and AP Biology, Chemistry 2 Honors, AP Chemistry Lab and AP Chemistry, Physics Honors, or USCU Biology 101

Physical Science

Biology I Chemistry I Biology II, Chemistry II, or Physics

Physical Science

Biology I Earth Science Environmental Science

PHYSICAL SCIENCE CP

321100CW

Physical science is a Pre- Biology course designed as an introductory course for Biology and establishes a foundation for successive science courses. This course will discuss how all components of life work together to sustain life.

Credits: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

BIOLOGY I HONORS

322100HW

Biology I Honors is an advanced course designed to provide a foundation for Anatomy/Physiology. This course will also teach the cellular process, protein synthesis, cell reproduction, heredity and genetics, evolution, classification, ecology, and an overview of the five kingdoms. Biology I Honors does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance and the requirement for high school graduation in South Carolina.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Physical Science Honors

BIOLOGY I CP

322100CW

Biology I is designed to develop students’ knowledge of the scientific process, critical thinking, and appreciation for the nature of science through extensive inquiry-based experiences. Course content will include cells as a system, energy transfer, heredity, biological evolution, and ecosystem dynamics. Biology I does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance and is required for high school graduation in South Carolina.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

BIOLOGY II CP

322200CW

Biology II is a continuation of Biology I. Course content will focus on plant and animal anatomy and physiology along with a study of evolutionary relationships. Biology II does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I

AP BIOLOGY LAB

3328972HW

AP Biology Lab is the first semester course for AP Biology. This course is designed to reinforce previously learned Biology concepts and application and to prepare for the AP exam. This course is an elective honors course.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Biology I Honors and Chemistry I Honors

AP BIOLOGY

327200AW

AP Biology is a freshman college-level course for science majors. Course content includes intense study of cellular, molecular, evolutionary, and ecological processes with emphasis on the four big ideas (evolution, energy, information, and system) covered in the AP Biology outline. AP Biology does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP Biology Lab

CHEMISTRY I HONORS

323100HW

Chemistry I Honors is recommended for students planning to study at a four-year college or university. Course content consists of the study of chemical and physical reactions, the atomic theory, quantum mechanical theory, nuclear chemistry bonding, quantitative and qualitative analysis, acid-base theory. Chemistry I Honors does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Biology I Honors

CHEMISTRY I CP

323100CW

Chemistry I is designed to develop students’ knowledge of the properties of matter and substances and how they interact to form other substance and interact with energy. Course content includes understanding atomic structure and nuclear processes, bonding and chemical

formulas, states of matter, solutions, acids, and bases, chemical reactions, thermochemistry and chemical kinetics. Chemistry I does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I

CHEMISTRY II CP

323200CW

Chemistry II is designed for students wanting to further their chemistry background and will begin with an overview of Chemistry I. Content includes; in-depth study of colligative properties, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry. Chemistry II does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Chemistry I

AP CHEMISTRY LAB

328973HW

AP Chemistry Lab is the first semester course for AP Chemistry. This course is designed to reinforce previously learned Chemistry concepts and application and to prepare for the AP exam. This course is an elective honors course.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Chemistry I Honors

AP CHEMISTRY

327300AW

AP Chemistry is a freshman college-level course designed to support students’ future coursework in Chemistry. This course is challenging and requires some independent study. Course content emphasizes the four big ideas; Scale, Proportion, and Quantity, Structure and Properties, Transformations, and Energy covered in the AP Chemistry outline. AP Chemistry does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP Chemistry Lab

PHYSICS HONORS

324100HW

Physics Honors is an advanced course for students planning to attend a four-year college or university to major in science or engineering. Course content emphasizes the understanding of physics concepts, integrating science and mathematics, and recognizing the relationship between matter and energy. Physics Honors does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Chemistry I Honors and Algebra II Honors

PHYSICS CP

324100CW

Physics is recommended for students entering into a high-tech or engineering field. Course content focuses on the study of kinematics (velocity, acceleration, graphical analysis of motion), dynamics, energy, sound, and light. This course emphasizes mechanics, gravitational theory, wave theory, and thermodynamics. Physics does meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Chemistry I and Algebra II

EARTH SCIENCE CP

326599CW

Earth Science is designed to investigate the scientific concepts, rules and principles associated with the planet as well as other celestial bodies. Course content will also include; plate tectonics, water and watersheds, ocean currents, soils, minerals, energy, astronomy, earthquakes and volcanoes, and weather and climate. Earth Science does not meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CP

326100CW

Environmental Science is designed to investigate the relationship of living things in the environment. Course content will include; techniques for field study, identification of common plant and animal species, and the preparation of specimen for display. Environmental Science does not meet the laboratory science requirement for college entrance.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

FORENSIC SCIENCE

324500CW

Forensic Science introduces students to science as it pertains to crime investigations and the legal justice system. This course emphasizes student research and deductive reasoning skills. Course content includes; chemical and biological analysis of drugs and poisons, hair, blood typing, detection and analysis of fingerprints, trace evidence, arson, and explosives, blood patterns, and ballistics. Forensic Science is an elective and does not meet the science requirements for high school graduation.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Biology I

SOCIAL STUDIES

End-of-course examination and successful completion of AP US History or US History and Constitution, one social

studies elective, AND Government/Economics courses are required for a South Carolina High School Diploma.

SOCIAL STUDIES FLOW CHART

8TH GRADE 9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE

World Geography Honors

AP Human Geography

AP World History and/0r Government Honors/Economics Honors

AP US History & Constitution Lab and AP US History

AP PSYCHOLOGY, USCU PSYCHOLOGY 101, USCU SOCIOLOGY

World History Honors from 1300

Government Honors/Economics Honors

AP US History & Constitution Lab and AP US History

AP PSYCHOLOGY, USCU PSYCHOLOGY 101, USCU SOCIOLOGY

World History from 1300 or World Geography

Government/Economics US History & Constitution

AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

337900AW

AP Human Geography is an introductory college-level course. Emphasis is placed upon human social organization and the methods/tools geographers use. Course content will focus on geographic tools, population, culture, political organization of space, rural land use, industrialization and economics, and cities and urban land use.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Top 20% of class with a 90 or higher average

AP WORLD HISTORY

337701AW

AP World History is a comprehensive college-level introductory course that investigates significant events, individuals, developments, and processes. Course content emphasizes the six themes covered in the AP World History outline; Humans and the Environment (ENV), Cultural Developments and Interactions (CDI), Governance (GOV), Economic Systems (ECH), Social Interactions and Organizations (SIO), and Technology and Innovation (TEC).

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Top 20% of class with a 90 or high average

WORLD HISTORY HONORS FROM 1300

33600HW

World History Honors from 1300 is an advanced course with an intensive study about the civilizations of man from 1300 AD. Course content emphasizes the contributions that civilizations have made to the modern world as well as the social, political, geographic, and economic changes that have occurred.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in English I Honors

WORLD HISTORY FROM 1300 CP

336100CW

World History from 1300: Making of the Modern World is designed to assist students in understanding how people and countries of the world have become increasingly interconnected. In the last six hundred years, population growth, demand for resources, curiosity, and technology have converged to draw the distant corners of the world closer together. Course content emphasizes why and how people, ideas, and technology have made an impact on diverse groups of people.

Credits: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

WORLD GEOGRAPHY CP

331000CW

World Geography focuses on the physical and cultural characteristics of Earth. Course content includes; the Five Themes of Geography (location, place, human environment interaction, movement, and region), map skills, latitude and longitude, physical earth dynamics, American and world cultures, migrations, political and economic systems, urbanization, and technology.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

GOVERNMENT HONORS

333000HH

Government Honors is a rigorous course that begins with the historical principles that led to the development of the American constitutional democracy and how those fundamental ideas have continued to sustain America’s society. Course content will emphasize civic engagement, political values and institutions, and the process of law.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP World History or World History Honors

ECONOMICS HONORS

335000HH

Economics Honors is an intensive study of personal finance and the economic system of the United States; beginning with how humans address the fundamental problem of scarcity by making choices based on the existence of limited resources.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP World History or World History Honors

GOVERNMENT CP

333000CH

Government begins with the historical principles that led to the development of the American constitutional democracy and how those fundamental ideas have continued to sustain America’s society. Course content will emphasize civic engagement, political values and institutions, and the process of law.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

ECONOMICS CP

335000CH

Economics studies the personal finance and the economic system of the United States; beginning with how humans address the fundamental problem of scarcity by making choices based on the existence of limited resources.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

AP US HISTORY LAB

336901HW

AP US History Lab is the first semester course for AP US History. The purpose is to prepare students to be successful in AP US History and on the AP exam.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Government Honors, Economic Honors, and English III Honors

AP US HISTORY

337200AW

AP US History is equivalent to a two-semester introductory college-level course. Course content emphasizes the eight themes covered in AP US History; American and National Identity, Work, Exchange, and Technology, Geography and the Environment, Migration and Settlement, Politics and Power, America in the World, American and Regional Culture, and Social Structures.

Credits: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 80 or higher in AP US History Lab

PSYCHOLOGY CP

334000CW

Psychology is designed to develop students’ basic understanding of human behavior. This course develops an understanding of research methodologies, intelligence and learning, human growth and development, and biological and environmental influences on behavior.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

THE BIBLE IN HISTORY AND LITERATURE

339911CW

The Bible in History and Literature explores the Bible’s effects on history, literature, and the arts.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

LAW EDUCATION

33360CH

Law Education is a survey of our government and its laws. Emphasis is placed on becoming more aware of

the laws that affect us the most, as well as the procedures with which the laws are enforced.

CIVICS

333501CH

Civics introduces the fundamentals of national, state, and local governments in the United States. This course will explore the major principles of the American political system.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Successful completion of Physical Education I or JROTC I is required for a South Carolina High School Diploma.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I

334100CW

The Physical Education I course offers physical fitness and wellness, as well as, an understanding of lifetime sports and skills. This course will develop skills and knowledge to assess and develop a personal fitness program. Course content will emphasize health-fitness standards, a variety of movement forms, outside class activities. Physical Education I satisfies high school graduation requirements.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION II

344200CW

Physical Education II offers a continued emphasis on fitness and lifetime activities.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion in Physical Education I and grade classification of sophomore of higher

HUMAN GROWTH DEVELOPMENT

340300CH

Human Growth Development is an introductory course covers fundamental anatomy, physiology, and the latest information in health research. This course will develop students’ personal health choices. Human Growth Development does not satisfy the physical education requirement for high school graduation.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

PERSONAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS

340200CH

Personal Health and Wellness educates students on physical, emotional, mental, and social wellness. This course will develop students’ health skills and practice by practicing healthy behaviors and stress management, developing communication and conflict-resolution, refusal, and decision-making skills, and setting goals. Personal Health and Wellness does not satisfy the physical education requirement for high school graduation.

Credit: ½ Unit

Prerequisite: None

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING FOR ATHLETES

344400CW

Strength and Conditioning for Athletes is designed to assist athletes in gaining strength, conditioning, agility, and power for athletic competition. This course does not satisfy the physical education requirement for high school graduation.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Participation in UCHS athletics and a signed recommendation from a Union County Head Coach.

ARMY JROTC

The Army sponsors Junior Reserve Officer Training to interested students. The JROTC courses teach students character education, student achievement, leadership skills, and good citizenship. Army JROTC is taught by retired military personnel in a structured and interactive environment. The curriculum is based on the principles of performance-based, learner-centered education and promotes the development of core abilities. JROTC does satisfy the physical education requirement for a South Carolina high school diploma.

ARMY JROTC LET I

375100CW

This course introduces first-year cadets to basic leadership skills, citizenship customs, traditions, and exploration of military careers. This course emphasizes the development of leadership abilities, team work, and the promotion of equal opportunity.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

ARMY JROTC LET II

375200CW

Army JROTC Let II expands on Army JROTC II. This course will provide information and tools needed to take responsibility for physical and mental wellness. Cadets apply leadership skills attained in Army JROTC LET I. Course content emphasizes building effective relationships with peers, co-workers, and the community.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Army JROTC LET I

ARMY JROTC LET III

375300CW

Army JROTC LET III builds essential skills to maximize cadets learning potential and future success. Cadets take on the responsibility of developing younger cadets.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Army JROTC LET II

ARMY JROTC LET IV

375400CW

Army JROTC LET IV helps cadets to prepare for life after high school. Emphasis is placed on career planning and financial literacy.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Army JROTC LET III

MODERN WORLD LANGUAGE SPANISH I

365100CW

Spanish I is an introductory course designed to develop skills in listening comprehension, oral expression, and basic reading and writing. Cultural studies will center around Spanish-speaking countries and cultures.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 10th Grade or higher

SPANISH II

365200CW

Spanish II is an expands skills developed in Spanish I. Course content emphasizes speaking reading, and writing in past, present, and future tenses, complex grammatical structure, and a continuation of cultural studies.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I

FINE ARTS

ART I

350100CW

Art I is an introductory course designed to for beginners. This course introduces basic drawing, painting, design techniques, and art history.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

ART II

350201CW

Art II is a continuation of drawing, painting, design techniques, and art history taught in Art I. Course content emphasizes in-depth three-dimensional design and an exploration of functional and non-functional sculptural forms.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Art I

ART III ADVANCED

350300CW

Art III Advanced is an intensive study of a variety of media. This course offers students the many opportunities to experiment and learn different art forms and techniques.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Portfolio review or participation in GT Art screening

ART G/T HONORS

350400HW

Art G/T Honors is an intensive study of a variety of media and styles to be undertaken only by serious art students. This course will explore art careers and scholarship opportunities.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: G/T Arts Identification

AP STUDIO ART

357200AW

In this course students develop and create a concentration of related works based on an individual’s

interest in a particular idea expressed visually. Course content will emphasize how to photograph and present and organize a portfolio.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: 11th or 12th Grade; teacher recommendation

MARCHING BAND

353100CW

In this course students will perform literature from all time periods with the appropriate technique, tone, articulation, phrasing, and style. Course content also includes; complex major/minor scales and chord progressions, increase sight reading skills, and match fundamental concepts with other band members.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Must be member of UCHS Marching Band

CONCERT BAND

353214CW

In this course students will perform literature from all time periods with the appropriate technique, tone, articulation, phrasing, and style. Course content also includes; complex major/minor scales and chord progressions, increase sight reading skills, and match fundamental concepts with other band members.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Must have been a member of a band course previously.

CONCERT CHOIR

354100CW

In this class students will study basic music theory, singing techniques, and choral techniques. Students will compete in various festivals and competitions to improve the quality of the program.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

MUSIC APPRECIATION

356100CW

Music Appreciation is designed to promote the enjoyment of the many genres of music. Students explore topics that include the science of sound, songwriting, the history of rock and jazz, musical theatre and musical production.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

MUSIC G/T HONORS

354400HW

Music G/T is a rigorous course for students with exceptional musical abilities. Course content includes; the study of music theory, ear training, singing, composition, and application through performances.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: G/T Fine Arts Identification

DRAMA I

452100CW

Drama I provides opportunities for performances and studies in theater. Course content includes; the basics of stage acting, theater history, reading and analyzing plays and the varieties of drama.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: None

DRAMA II

452200CW

Drama II is a continuation of Drama I. Course content includes; set design, set construction, improvisation, makeup, reading and analyzing plays, theater history, stage lighting, costuming, and circus performance skills.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Drama I

DRAMA G/T HONORS

452400HW

Drama G/T Honors is designed for gifted and talented drama students. Emphasis is placed on the development of artistic talent through an intense study of a variety of theatrical skills including acting, directing, and set design. Students read and analyze plays, perform competition scenes, and perform in a full-length play for the public.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: G/T Fine Arts Identification

CONCERT ORCHESTRA

355252CW

Students enrolled comprise a string orchestra to study and perform intermediate orchestral literature.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Selection by audition

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

355300CW

Students in this course along with first chair players of woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments from concert band, form a full symphony to study the best orchestral repertoire.

Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Selection by audition