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PUBLIC NOTICE

Pleasanton ISD offers career and technology education programs in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology, and

Communication; Business Management and Administration; Finance; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public

Safety, Corrections, and Security; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Admission to these programs is based on interest, age appropriateness and available class space. It is the policy of Pleasanton ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services, or

activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of

1973, as amended. It is the policy of Pleasanton ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Pleasanton ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and

participation in all educational and vocational programs. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Matthew Mann,

and/or the Section 504 Coordinator Keri Cooper, at 831 Stadium Drive, 830-569-1200.

FORMA DE MUESTRA

Pleasanton ISD ofrece programas vocacionales en Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication;

Business Management and Administration; Finance; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. La admisión aestos programas se basa en el interes, envejece la conveniencia, y espacio disponible de

clase. Es norma de Pleasanton ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen national, sexo o impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o activades vocacionales, tal

como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Deprechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Emmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda. Es norma de Pleasanton ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, en sus

procedimientos de empleo, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de

1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda. Pleasanton ISD tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso de la lengua inglés no sea un obstaculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos

y vocacionales. Para información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos para quejas, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título IX, Dr. Matthew Mann, y/o el Coordinador

de la Sección 504, Keri Cooper, en 831 Stadium Drive, 830-569-1200.

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SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Dr. Matthew Mann

ASST. SUPT. FOR ACADEMIC SRVS

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HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION: Principal -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Twila Guajardo Academic Dean ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Stacy Downs Assistant Principal ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mr. Alberto Macias Assistant Principal ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mrs. Eileen Grose GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PROFESSIONALS: Counselor for Last Names A-D ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Amanda Hardy Counselor for Last Names E-K and CTE----------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Sarah Evans Counselor for Last Names L-Ra ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Marsha Leach Lead Counselor & for Last Names Re-Z ------------------------------------------------------------- Mr. Steve Brito

Overview

Information contained in this guide is to be used to assist students, parents, and school personnel in

planning educational programs to meet the needs and interests of Pleasanton High School students.

Guidance and direction may be needed in planning this educational program and will be supplied by

administrators, counselors, and teachers. Courses of study are designed to prepare students for post-

secondary opportunities: College/University, Technical & Trade school and the workforce.

Pleasanton High School operates under a combination 2-semester plan. Year-long courses earn ½

credit per semester for final grades of 70 or above or can earn one (1) credit if the two semester

averages equal 70 or above; half-year courses receive ½ credit for each semester with an average of

70 or more.

1. School Profile

2. Graduation Requirements–Based on Year of 9th Grade Entry

3. Graduation Guidelines:

a. End of Course Exam Requirements

b. Earning Distinguished Level of Achievement

c. Graduation Note

d. Grade Classifications

4. Explanation of Course Offerings at Pleasanton High

School:

a. Types of Courses

i. Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP)

ii. Advanced Placement (AP)

iii. Pre-AP and AP Entrance Guidelines

iv. Dual Credit Academic and Dual Credit Career and

Technical Education

b. Career and Technical Education (CTE)

c. Potential Course Selection Considerations

5. PHS Programs of Study and Updated HB5 Endorsement

Plan

Ex: Endorsement Options Chart

Ex: PHS Endorsement Options Chart

6. College and Career Readiness

7. Post-Secondary Preparation

8. Four-Year Planning

9. Creating Your Personal Graduation Plan (PGP) with

Endorsement

10. PHS Course Descriptions 2018-2019

Grade Point Average/Weighting Policy

• GPA in Pleasanton ISD is calculated on a 100-point scale only

• Final Rank in class is determined at the conclusion of the 5th six week

The calculation of class rank will include semester grades earned in high school credit courses taken in

grades 9–12 only, unless excluded below and shall include failing grades. The calculation of class rank

shall exclude grades earned in junior high, summer school, any course for which credit is earned outside

the regular school day or regular school year, any distance learning course, a dual credit course taken

anywhere other than the Pleasanton High School, an assigned remediation or tutoring course, any local

credit course, through credit by examination, with or without prior instruction. No points shall be added

to failing grades.

Graduating Classes of 2016-2019: Eligible AP, Pre-AP, Academic Dual Credit courses,

Advanced Journalism and Engineering Research Design shall be considered Advanced courses. All

other eligible courses shall be considered Regular courses. Eligible courses will be categorized and

weighted as either Advanced or Regular. Semester grades earned in eligible courses will be calculated

with a weighted numerical grade average as follows: Advanced=plus 8 points; Regular=plus 2 points

Graduating Classes of 2020 and beyond: Eligible AP and Academic Dual Credit shall be

considered Advanced courses. Eligible Pre-AP and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit

courses shall be considered Honors courses. All other eligible courses shall be considered Regular

courses. Semester grades earned in eligible courses will be calculated with a weighted numerical grade

average as follows: Advanced=plus 12 points; Honors= plus 8 points; Regular=plus 2 points.

SCHOOL FACTS:

• Public, four year, 9-12, diverse

curriculum including college

preparatory, general, career &

technology and special

education.

• Accredited by the Texas

Education Agency New Total

Enrollment: 967

• School Year: two semesters; six

grading periods

• Graduates of the Class of 2016:

228

• School Day: 8 periods, 50 minute

classes

PLEASANTON ISD AT A

GLANCE: Pleasanton ISD covers roughly 443 square miles and serves approximately 3,400 students in grades ECH, PK and K-12. PISD offers programs in the areas of gifted/talented, Title I federal and state compensatory education, special education, career and technology education, English as a Second Language programs, safe and drug-free school programming, band, choir, UIL athletics, and UIL academic programs. PISD also serves as fiscal agent for the Atascosa-McMullen Special Education Cooperative.

CURRICULUM: Pleasanton High School has designed programs to meet the needs of students at all levels: AP, Pre-AP, CTE and traditional courses. Courses that carry the title “AP” follow the College Board’s Advanced Placement curriculum. Currently Dual Credit enrollment courses are offered through Coastal Bend College, UTPB and Del Mar College for the following academic courses: English III, English IV, Government, Economics, US History, College Algebra, Speech and some CTE courses.

Pleasanton High School High School Principal

831 Stadium Drive Mrs. Twila Guajardo

Pleasanton, TX 78064 [email protected]

Phone: 830-569-1250 Phone: 830-569-1242

Counseling Staff Registrar

Steve Brito [email protected] Carolyn Pippen

Amanda Hardy [email protected] [email protected]

Marsha Leach [email protected] Guidance Secretary

Sarah Evans [email protected] Debra Owen

[email protected]

CEEB and ACT code: 445570

Superintendent

Dr. Matthew Mann

Phone: 830-569-1200

School Website: www.pisd.us

School Pride

Colors: Green and White

Mascot: Eagle

Motto: Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow

Enrollment

Seniors: 219

Juniors 233

Sophomores 258

Freshmen 278

Total Enrollment 989

Ethnicity

69.5 % Hispanic

29.5% White

Postsecondary Class of 2017

41% enrolled in and attended a 2 or 4 year

institution. 6% enrolled in

trade/technical school, and 4% joined

the Armed Services

mailto:[email protected]







http://www.pisd.us/

2. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS-BASED ON YEAR OF 9TH GRADE ENTRY

3. GRADUATION GUIDELINES

a. END OF COURSE EXAM REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the 26 credits required for graduation, ALL students are required to:

• Satisfactorily pass the State required End of Course Exams to graduate.

• All athletes pursuing College Athletics must refer to NCAA Guidelines for course

requirements: http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future/core-courses. These students

should also meet with their high school counselor before the beginning of their 12th grade

year to ensure they enroll in the proper courses per NCAA rules.

b. EARNING DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT:

For 9th graders of the Class of 2014, or after, graduating under HB5 Requirements may

earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing:

• a total of four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II

• a total of four credits in science

• the remaining curriculum requirements

• the curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement

*A student must earn distinguished level of achievement to be eligible for top 10%

automatic admission when graduating under HB5 Requirements.

c. GRADUATION NOTE: A seal denoting the student’s graduation program completion is affixed to his/her transcript upon completion of the senior year.

Students Entering 9th Grade School Year 2014 and Thereafter

Graduation Requirements

Courses Credits for Foundation +

Endorsement Credits for Distinguished Level

English 4 4

Mathematics 4 4

Science 4 4

Social Studies 4 4

Language Other Than English 2 2

Fine Art 1 1

Physical Education 1 1

Speech/Professional Communication 0.5 0.5

Technology 1 1

Endorsement Courses and Electives 4.5 4.5

Total Credits Required 26 26

http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future/core-courses

d. GRADE CLASSIFICATIONS:

Students are classified into a grade level at the beginning of the school year as follows:

Grade Classification Credits

9th Grade 0—5.5

10th Grade 6—12.5

11th Grade 13—18.5

12th Grade 19 +

4. EXPLANATION OF COURSE OFFERINGS AT PLEASANTON HIGH SCHOOL

a. TYPES OF COURSES:

i. Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP):

Pre-AP courses are academically advanced courses designed to challenge

motivated students to understand rigorous content. These courses are designed

to prepare students for Advanced Placement courses (explained below). While the

courses are rigorous, they are not taught at the college level. Please talk to your

child in regards to choosing Pre-AP courses that are an appropriate academic fit

based on their individual strengths. The state number indicated in the course

description catalog will end with a “Q” if the course is taught at the Pre-AP level.

This indicator also means that due to the rigor of the course, there will be additional

GPA ranking points assigned to the course. See Grade Point Average/Weighting

Policy under School Profile.

ii. Advanced Placement (AP):

Advanced Placement courses are extremely rigorous as they are college level

courses which follow a college curriculum approved by the College Board.

Students taking these courses should plan on preparing for and performing well on

the AP test offered in the Spring. Students scoring a 3, 4, or 5 on one or more of

these tests may gain some college credit. Students should consult specific

colleges or universities for scores and tests they will accept for credit. The state

number indicated in the course description catalog will begin with an “A” and end

with a “P” if the course is taught at the AP level. This indicator also means that

due to the rigor of the course, there will be additional GPA ranking points assigned

to the course. See Grade Point Average/Weighting Policy under School Profile.

iii. Pre-AP and AP Entrance Guidelines:

Pre-AP and AP courses are open to any student wishing to enroll. To assist with

placement decisions, entrance guidelines have been developed to provide a profile

of students who typically experience success in Pre-AP and AP courses:

Academic Profile:

• Successful completion of prerequisite coursework

o Grade of 90 or more in an academic class

o Grade of 80 or more in a Pre-AP class

• Recommendation(s)

• Scores that show Advanced Academic Performance on the most recent STAAR in the

content area related to the course being considered

Personal Profile:

• Reading on or above grade level

• Strong study skills and sufficient self-motivation to persevere when faced with

challenging material or a more rapid pace of instruction

• Proficient oral and written communications skills

• Self-discipline to plan, organize, and carry through tasks to completion

• Interest and self-directedness in the course

Pre-AP and AP courses require a substantial amount of work outside of class for successful

completion of the courses. Students should carefully evaluate the time commitments and

priorities of extracurricular and community activities as they consider the number of Pre-

AP and AP courses for their schedules.

iv. Dual Credit Academic and Dual Credit Career and Technical Education:

Students may earn both high school and college credit (dual credit). Courses are

offered at Pleasanton High School, Coastal Bend College, UTPB and Del Mar

College. Some courses will be taken in an online format. Please visit your high

school counselor for a list of available dual credit courses and what college and

format they are available in as courses are routinely updated. There are

registration fees and other possible expenses for dual credit courses. Consult the

counseling office for help with these expenses. Pleasanton High School currently

offers both Academic and Career and Technical Education dual credit courses.

Some dual credit courses are awarded additional GPA ranking points. See Grade

Point Average/Weighting Policy under School Profile. Students must meet “College

Ready” status to be eligible to enroll in most dual credit courses. Please consult

with your counselor for more details regarding becoming “College Ready”.

b. CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE):

CTE courses provide students with the academic and technical skills to compete in the

global workforce and/or to continue their education at the post-secondary level after

graduation. Students are offered a variety of courses through a comprehensive study of

the career concentrations identified and approved by Texas Education Agency. Career

concentrations are designed to follow a coherent sequence of courses in a graduation

plan.

• Clusters: Every CTE course falls into one of 16 “career clusters”. PHS supports 10

clusters. A career cluster identifies the knowledge and skills needed to follow a

pathway toward career goals and provide a context for exploring the many

occupational options available. PHS currently offers courses in the following career

clusters:

o Agriculture

o Business & Technology

o Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications

o Culinary Arts & Hospitality

o Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

o Government & Public Administration

o Health Science

o Human Services

o Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

• Pathways: Within these clusters, a student may follow a pathway that corresponds to

a collection of courses in a sequence and training opportunities to prepare for a given

career. Students are encouraged to pursue courses in a coherent sequence to fully

experience the depth of an area of study. The pages ahead will contain suggested

course sequences.

• Curriculum: The CTE curriculum gives students the practical experience they need to

succeed through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory work,

and on-the-job training. CTE instructors collaborate with other departments to design,

implement, and assess core and career-program offerings. Basic and advanced

academic classes are integrated with technical skills courses to allow students to

identify possible career options and to give them the transferable skills and knowledge

they need to succeed. CTE is an essential component of the total educational program

at Pleasanton ISD. CTE is provided in a variety of settings and levels including middle

school career exploration, secondary programs, post-secondary certificates and

degrees, and training for employees in the workplace.

• Principle Courses: Allow students, through activity-centered lessons, to utilize

technology, develop beginning skills, and explore careers. These courses provide

information regarding additional courses and training related to each student's career

field of interest.

• Dual Credit & Certificate Plans: Allow students to achieve college credit or technical

certificate by taking the necessary CTE dual credit and/or articulated courses laid out

in a four-year high school plan through the local community college.

http://www.achievetexas.org/Agriculture.htm

http://www.achievetexas.org/Business.htm

• Industry Certifications: Provide statewide and nationwide competency-based student

assessments recommended by our industry partners to certify a student’s particular

industry skills that are measured by core standards and competencies needed to be

successful in the workforce.

• Work-Based Learning TAC Chapter 27: Gives students the opportunity to learn a

variety of skills by expanding the walls of classroom learning to include the

community. By narrowing the gap between theory and practice, work-based learning

creates relevance for students.

• 21st Century: Career and Technical Education not only jump starts students' careers

by preparing them for jobs while still in high school, CTE fosters confidence and self-

assurance for their future endeavors. CTE continually develops the professional and

technical competencies designed to meet the challenges of the 21st Century providing

our students with a lifetime of opportunity.

c. POTENTIAL COURSE SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS:

• Schedule Changes: Schedule changes will not be permitted unless deemed necessary

for graduation requirements and/or approved by a Counselor and High School Principal

through a scheduled meeting or in writing. Changes may be made if practical and

suitable for the school’s master schedule.

• Course Availability: Elective courses are available based on scheduling requirements,

student interests and requests, availability of class space, and staffing. Some

Elective/CTE courses are available every other year to maximize course offerings.

5. PHS PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND UPDATED HB5 ENDORSEMENT PLAN

Pleasanton High School is focused on post graduate preparation providing our students a diverse, rigorous, academic foundation that includes an appreciation for innovation, creativity, fine arts, healthy lifestyles and an understanding of 21st century skills.

Our students receive a quality academic foundation that meets required education standards, as well as opportunities to explore and experience areas of interests that will support college and career goals. The Foundation core courses include Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Technology, Foreign Language and Physical Education.

PHS core, electives, and advanced courses within Endorsement Course Programs

form PHS PROGRAMS OF STUDY and provide each student with a sequence of courses

leading to an in depth study in the students’ areas of interest.

Each Program of Study consists of a foundation core of study, a career exploration

emphasis and a focus on post-secondary opportunities. These Programs of Study

build upon the foundation core courses and make up the comprehensive academic

program at the secondary level at Pleasanton High School.

UPDATED HB5 ENDORSEMENT PLAN:

IN 2013 THE TEXAS LEGISLATURE UPDATED THE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR

STUDENTS ENTERING HIGH SCHOOL THE FALL OF 2014. EACH STUDENT IS REQUIRED TO

COMPLETE A GRADUATION PLAN WITH 26 TOTAL CREDITS, AS WELL AS, CHOOSE AND

FOLLOW AN ENDORSEMENT. THIS GRADUATION PLAN WILL ASSURE THAT OUR

STUDENTS EARN A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA WITH APPROPRIATE AND RIGOROUS

FOUNDATION COURSES ALIGNED TO ENDORSEMENT AREAS FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER

PREPARATION. THE ENDORSEMENT AREAS, LIKE PROGRAMS OF STUDY, HELP THE

Core Courses Electives

Advanced Courses

EndorsementCourses

PHS Program of Study

Post Secondary

Opportunities

Career Exploration Emphasis

Foundation Courses

STUDENT FOCUS ON AN AREA OF INTEREST AND LEAD TO AN INDEPTH STUDY OF THAT

AREA PROVIDING FOUNDATION SKILLS FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER.

HB5 ENDORSEMENT OPTIONS:

A. Arts & Humanities:

Under this endorsement a student may focus on an advanced study of Art,

Music, Theater, English Literature and Writing, Foreign Languages, Sociology,

Psychology, Government, and Economics.

B. Business & Industry:

Under this endorsement a student may focus on an advanced study of Business

Information Technology, Arts, A/V Technology and Communication, including

Computer and Web Technology, Digital Media, Audio Video Production,

Commercial Photography, Journalism, Horticulture, Animal Science, Ag

Mechanics and Construction Trades, Career Preparation and Culinary Arts.

C. Public Service:

Under this endorsement a student may focus on an advanced study of

Public Service, ROTC, Health Science, Law, Public Safety, Corrections &

Security (Criminal Justice) and Cosmetology.

D. STEM:

Under this endorsement a student may focus on an advanced study of Science,

Technology, Engineering and Math.

E. MULTIDISCIPLINARY:

ENCOMPASSES A COMBINATION OF SEVERAL ENDORSEMENT AREAS.

Each PHS PROGRAM OF STUDY falls under the umbrella of the HB5

ENDORSEMENTS. Further explanation/example is found on the

Pleasanton High School Endorsement Pathways chart and Endorsement

Options chart on the following pages.

ENDORSEMENT OPTIONS

A STUDENT MAY EARN AN ENDORSEMENT BY SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING: ✓ a total of 4 credits in Mathematics a total of 4 credits in Science ✓ 2 additional Elective credits ✓ Curriculum requirements for the Endorsement (below)

A. Arts and

Humanities

A coherent sequence of courses selected from one of the following:

• 5 Social Studies Credits, OR

• 4 levels of the same language in Languages Other Than English (Spanish), OR

• 4 credits in a coherent sequence in the Fine Arts (Art, Music, Theater)

B. Business and

Industry

A coherent sequence or series of courses from one of the following:

• 4 or more credits that consists of at least 2 courses in the same Career Cluster and at least

1 advanced CTE course that is the third or higher course in a sequence of CTE courses with

a final course from Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources; Architecture & Construction;

Arts, Audio/Video, Technology & Communications; Business Management &

Administration; Finance; Hospitality & Tourism; Information Technology Career Clusters,

OR

• 4 English electives by selecting 3 Levels in Advanced Journalism: Newspaper 1, 2, 3, or

Yearbook 1, 2,3

C. Public Service A coherent sequence or series of courses selected from one of the following:

• 4 or more credits that consists of at least 2 courses in the same Career Cluster and at least

1 advanced CTE course that is the third or higher course in a sequence of CTE courses with

a final course from the Health Science or Human Services Career Cluster, OR

• 4 levels of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)

D. STEM A coherent sequence or series of courses selected form one of the following:

• A total of 5 credits in Mathematics by successfully completing Algebra I, Geometry,

Algebra II, and 2 additional Mathematics courses of which Algebra II is a prerequisite, OR

• A total of 5 credits in Science by successfully completing Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and 2

additional Science courses, OR

• Completing Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics and a coherent sequence courses for 4 or

more credits in CTE that consist of at least 2 courses in the same career cluster including

at least one advanced CTE course that is the third or higher course in a sequence with the

final course from the STEM CTE Career Cluster.

E. Multidisciplinary

Studies

A coherent sequence or series of courses selected form one of the following:

• 4 Advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the workforce successfully or

postsecondary education without remediation form within one endorsement area among

endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence, OR

• 4 credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and Chemistry

and/or Physics, OR

• 4 credits in AP, Dual Credit selected from English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies,

Economics, Languages other than English, or Fine Arts

Total Credits with endorsement – 26

Earning Distinguished Level of Achievement

A student may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing foundation

credit requirements and:

• A total of 4 credits in Mathematics, which must include a credit in Algebra II

• A total of 4 credits in Science

• Completion of curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement

Earning Performance Acknowledgements

A student may earn a performance acknowledgement for OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE in the

following areas:

• in a dual credit course, OR

• in bilingualism and biliteracy, OR on a AP test, OR

• on the PSAT, the ACT-Plan, the SAT, or the ACT

• for earning a complete nationally or internationally recognized business or industry

certification or license

Pleasanton High School Endorsement Options

2018-2019 Arts and Humanities Endorsement Options

Option 1: An Endorsement in Fine Arts can be earned by completing a sequence of four credits in the Fine Arts disciplines by

selecting courses from one or two pathways of Fine Arts.

Pathway 1: Fine Arts

Pathway 2: Music

Pathway 3: Theatre Arts

Art 1Art 2 Drawing or

Sculpture (Pre-AP courses available)

Art 3 Drawing 2, Painting 2 or

Sculpture 2 (Pre-Ap courses available)

Art 4 Painting 3, 2D or 3D Design

Portfolio, Drawing Portfolio (AP courses

available)

Band 1, Jazz Band 1, or Choir 1

Band 2, Jazz Band 2, Choir 2, Music

Appreciation, Applied Music or Music

Theory

Band 3, Jazz Band 3, Choir 3, Music Appreciation 2,

Applied Music 2, or AP Music Theory

Band 4, Jazz Band 4, Choir 4, Music Appreciation 2,

Applied Music 2, or AP Music Theory

Theatre Arts 1 or Technical Theatre 1

Theatre Arts 2 or Technical Theatre 2

Theatre Arts 3 or Technical Theatre 3 Theatre Arts 4

Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Spanish 3AP Language &

Culture - Spanish

World Geography

World History US HistoryGovernement & Economics

Psychology & Sociology

Option 2: An Endorsement in Humanities may be earned by completing a Social Studies pathway of 5 credits or 4 credits

of a language other than English.

Pathway 1: Social Studies (courses may be taken Pre-AP, AP or Dual Credit, Psychology & Sociology may be taken concurrent

to other social studies courses).

Pathway 2: Language Other than English: Spanish (courses may be taken Pre-AP or AP)

Business & Industry Endorsement Options

An Endorsement in Business & Industry may be earned by completing a coherent sequence of courses four or more credits in

CTE that consist of at least 2 courses in the same career cluster including at least an advanced CTE course. There are four

career clusters to choose from for Business & Industry.

Cluster 1: Agriculture. Three areas of concentration are provided, students are not required to

take all classes from one concentration, but do need 3 credits total from this cluster.

Animal Science

Principles of Ag

Wildlife, Fisheries, & Ecology or Small

Animal Management

/Equine Science

Advanced Animal Science or Small

Animal Management

/Equine Science

Ag Practicum or other Advanced

Ag course

Principles Info Technology

Financial MathProject Based

ResearchCareer Prep 1 or 2

Principles of AgAgriculture

Mechanics and Metal Technologies

Ag Structures Design &

Fabrication or Ag Equipment Design &

Fabrication

Ag Power Systems or Ag Practicum

Principles of AgFloral Design or

Greenhouse Operation

Greenhouse Operation or

Landscape Design /Turf Grass

Ag Practicum or other Advanced Ag

course

Horticulture

Science

Agriculture Skills

Cluster 2: Business & Technology. Two areas of concentration are provided, students are not

required to take all classes from one concentration, but do need 3 credits total from this cluster.

Technology

Business

Principles Info Technology

Web Technology Cyber Security Animation 1

Cluster 3: Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications. Two areas of concentration

are provided, students are not required to take all classes from one concentration, but do

need 3 credits total from this cluster.

Principles of Info Technology

Interpersonal Studies/

Professional Communications

Commercial Photography

Graphic Design & Illustration (School

Yearbook)

Visual Arts – within this concentration students will be working on school yearbook product.

Audio/Video Technology and Communications – within this concentration students will be working on school news

product: the school newspaper or school news broadcasts.

Principles of Info Technology



Audio/Video Production 1 or

Journalism

Printing & Imaging Technology (School

Newspaper) or Audio/Video Production 2

Public Service Endorsement Options

An Endorsement in Public Service may be earned by completing four or more credits in CTE with at least two courses in the

same cluster including at least one advanced class. There are four Career Clusters to choose from to earn a Public Service

Endorsement.

Cluster 4: Culinary Arts and Hospitality. There is one area of concentration in the Culinary Arts

cluster. Students need to take a minimum of two courses from this pathway including an advanced

course.

Cluster 1: Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security

Principles of Law Law Enforecment 1 Law Enforcement 2 Forensic Science

Cluster 2: Government & Public Administration.

Government and Public Administration - within this career cluster all students will be enrolled in ROTC program. The

Cyber Security course is part of the ROTC program as well. It is sponsored by the US Air Force and students will participate

in CyberPatriot competitions.

Principles Hospitality &

Tourism



Intro to Culinary Arts

Advanced Culinary Arts (2 periods/2

credits)

JROTC 1National Security/

ROTC 2

Planning and Governance/

ROTC 3

Public Management and Administration/

ROTC 4

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Anatomy & Physiology or

Pathophysiology

Practicum in Health Science or Health

Science Theory/Clinical

Cluster 4: Human Services – Cosmetology program available through Coastal Bend College

Interpersonal Studies/ Professional

Communications

Cosmetology 1 - Junior Year at Coastal Bend College

Cosmetology 2 - Senior Year at Coastal Bend College

Cluster: Engineering/ Technology

Principles Information Technology

Scientific Research and Design

Engineering Design & Problem Solving

Robotics 1

Mathematics Pathway (5 credits total in Math)

Science Pathway (6 credits total in Science). Students may choose 2 additional Advanced Science courses offered and

listed below.

Cluster 3: Health Science

STEM Endorsement

An Endorsement in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics may be earned by completing four or more credits

in a CTE Cluster with at least two courses in the same cluster or a total of five Advanced Mathematics or six Science courses

that include the foundation credits.

Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Pre-CalculusAP Calculus AB

& BC

Biology Chemistry Physics

AP Biology AP Physics 1

Advanced Animal Science

Anatomy & Physiology

Pathophysiology Forensic Science

Multidisciplinary Endorsement

A Multidisciplinary Endorsement may be earned by completing, in addition to Foundation Graduation Requirements:

Four advanced courses from another Endorsement area that include workforce or postsecondary education

without remediation

Four credits in Advanced Placement or dual credit

English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Economics, LOE, or

Fine Arts

Four credits in each foundation area including English IV, Chemistry or

Physics

2

OR OR

6. COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS

College and Career Readiness is the umbrella under which education and workforce

policies and programs come together to prepare students for post graduate success.

College and Career Readiness Standards were developed and adopted by Texas in

2008 and are part of the blueprint for a re-envisioned federal role in education

through the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

College ready means being prepared for any postsecondary education or training

experience, including study at two and four year institutions leading to a

postsecondary credential (i.e. a certificate, license, Associates or Bachelor’s

degree). Being ready for college means that a high school graduate has the English

and Mathematics knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for and succeed in entry-

level, credit-bearing college courses without the need for remedial coursework.

Career ready in today’s economy is not just obtaining a job. A career provides a

family-sustaining wage and pathways to advancement and requires postsecondary

training or education. A job may be obtained with only a high school diploma, but

offers no guarantee of advancement or mobility. Being ready for a career means that

a high school graduate has the English and Mathematics knowledge and skills needed

to qualify for and succeed in the postsecondary job training and/or education

necessary for their chosen career (i.e. technical/ vocational program, community

college, apprenticeship or significant on-the-job training).

Pleasanton ISD is focused on a unified agenda of college and career readiness for

our students by providing high quality, early education and strong, foundational

standards at the elementary levels followed by rigorous academic, elective and

career and technical education programs, and college completion goals at our

secondary levels.

7. POST-SECONDARY PREPARATION

Our goal is to provide students with every advantage to experience post-secondary

opportunities while still in high school. With the Programs of Study, opportunities

are available to offer students additional real world experience.

• Certifications, Licenses: Within Career and Technical Education courses, students

have the opportunity to work towards and receive statewide and nationwide Industry

Certifications and Licenses.

• Dual Credit: PHS offers students the opportunities to achieve college credit or technical

certificates through dual credit and articulated courses through the local community

colleges.

• Career Preparation: Career Preparation is a work program for Juniors and Senior at

PHS that wish to learn successful employability traits in class as they put them into

practice at their part-time job. In this work program, students implement personal

and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in

society, and to make a successful transition to the workforce and address real-world

applications of emerging technologies. Students earn course credit for their

performance on in-class curriculum as well as from their supervising evaluations in

their job.

• Mentorship, Job Shadowing, Internships and Site Visits: Within Career and Technical

Education courses, students have the opportunity to participate in several real world

experiences including Mentorship, Job Shadowing, Internships and Site Visits. Job

Shadowing allows students to select their career of choice and spend time with someone

in that field. Internships are meant to replace specific in course projects with business

projects coordinated with the teacher and business professional. Site Visits allow large

groups of students to experience a day-in-the-life of a professional in a career field. For

more information, students should contact their teacher.

• District Expectations: PHS requires every student develop and report post graduate

plans. Every student is provided individual counseling to assist with developing college

and career goals. Every Senior is required to receive training on completing the FAFSA

and apply to at least one college.

8. FOUR-YEAR PLANNING

Students will be guided through the process of learning about themselves, figuring out college

and career plans and reflecting on their career goals.

• Assessments/Interest Profiler: Assessment tools to help your student identify his or her

career interests, skills, abilities and learning styles;

• Career Profiles/Career Finder: Thorough and up-to-date information about hundreds of

different occupations, including direct links between careers and related college

programs;

• Practice Interviews: Interviews with real people in each occupation, which add depth and

realism to career profiles;

• Employment Guide: Advice for all stages of the job search process, including developing

a job search plan, networking, writing resumes and cover letters and preparing for

interviews;

• College and Financial Aid Information: Comprehensive college and financial aid

information, along with a number of useful search tools to help your student find the right

college and the right scholarships;

• Electronic Career Portfolio: Allows your student to bookmark career and school interests,

maintain career and life goals, store assessment results and more;

• College & Career Plan: An online portfolio where your student can develop and reflect on

his or her academic, personal, and career exploration activities, and make plans for the

future;

• Resume Builder: Integrated with the My Plan tool to help your student create, format, and

print professional-looking resumes quickly and easily.

9. CREATING YOUR PERSONAL GRADUATION PLAN (PGP) WITH ENDORSEMENT

Each student is required to complete a Personal Graduation Plan, as well as, choose and follow

an Endorsement. D e v e l o p i n g and following a Personal Graduation Plan, or 4-year plan, will

assure that you are on track for graduation and prepared for post-graduate opportunities. This

is a tentative plan to help give you, your parents, and your school direction as you progress

through high school. As you fill in your plan, remember that this plan should be revisited as

needed to ensure your educational success throughout your four years in high school. Plan

carefully and select academic courses and electives that will support your interests, career

goals, and post-high school plans.

CREATING YOUR PERSONAL GRADUATION PLAN (PGP):

Use the Personal Graduation Plan Worksheet on the next page to create your PGP

1. Print your name, ID#, and graduation year.

2. On the second line write today’s date unless you are updating this plan and in that case indicate

today’s date in the space provided for Date Amended.

3. Fill in the bubble next to the endorsement you choose and circle the pathway under that

endorsement you want to follow.

4. Select the Post-Graduation Path you believe you will follow after high school.

5. Fill in the bubbles next to any of the tests in Box 3 that you plan to take.

6. Select the type of high school graduation plan you plan to pursue:

Distinguished or Foundation with Endorsements

7. Boxes 5-7 are information about Graduation Requirements and ways you can earn performance

acknowledgments.

8. Fill in the High School courses you plan to take, have already completed, and those you are taking

now.

9. Refer to the graduation requirements chart and enter in all remaining required courses needed for

your graduation plan. Use the course information at the end of this packet to enter in which

endorsement courses you plan to pursue in the upcoming years in the highlighted slots ensuring

that 2 of the CTE courses are in a coherent sequence. If unsure, refer to the Suggested Coherent

Sequences to align your choices.

10. Sign and date at the bottom.

11. Have your parent sign and date the form at the bottom.

Give the plan to your counselor or other person designated by your counselor.

You may change the Endorsement you want to follow after you and parent or guardian meet with a counselor, but it is required to

complete a Personal Graduation Plan to have on file including a Suggested Coherent Sequences or courses and the

Graduation/Endorsement. You may use this form and or one online as instructed by your counselors.

Pleasanton High School Personal Graduation Plan Foundation Plan with Endorsement

Name __________________________________________ ID # ______________ Expected Graduation Date _______

Date Initiated ______________________________ Date(s) Amended ________________________________________

Student Signature _____________________________ Parent Signature _____________________________ Date ___________

Amended-Student Signature _________________________ Parent Signature ___________________________ Date __________

1. Endorsement Selection

Arts & Humanities • Fine Arts • Music (Band or Choir) • Theater Arts • Social Studies • Language Other than English

Business & Industry • Agriculture • Business & Technology • Arts, Audio/video Technology &

Communications • Culinary Arts

Public Services • JROTC / Government & Public

Administration • Health Science • Law, Public Safety, Corrections &

Security • Cosmetology

STEM • Advanced Math • Advanced Science • Engineering

Multidisciplinary

2. Post Graduate Plans

Two Year College

Technical School

Four Year College

Employment

Military

3. Plans for the Future Testing

PSAT

SAT

ACT

TSI Financial Aid

FAFSA

Scholarships College Prep Courses

Math Reading

4. Graduation Plan

Foundation + Endorsement

Foundation+ Endorsement & Distinguished (Required for top 10%)

5. Graduation Requirements

Discipline Foundation+ Endorsement

Foundation + Endorsement & Distinguished

English 4 4

Mathematics 4 4

Science 4 4

Social Studies (World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U. S. Government, Economics)

4 4

Foreign Language 2 2

Fine Art 1 1

Physical Education 1 1

Speech/Professional Communication 0.5 0.5

Interpersonal Studies 0.5 0.5

Technology Course

1 1

Endorsement Courses 4 4

Total Credits for Graduation 26 26 Top 10% Students •Distinguished •Algebra 2 Credit • Automatic Admissions to Public Texas 4‐year University

6. STAAR End of Course Exams English 1 English 2 Algebra 1 Biology US History

7. Performance Acknowledgments Dual Credit Courses AP Test PSAT, SAT or ACT Test Certificate or License Bilingual Bi-Literacy

9th Grade Credit

10th Grade Credit

11th Grade Credit

12th Grade Credit

1 English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4

2 Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Adv Math

3 Biology 1 Chemistry Physics Adv Science

4 World Geography World History US History Government/Economics

5 Technology Course Speech & Interpersonal Studies

6 PE/Athletics/JROTC

7 Spanish or Fine Art Spanish or Fine Art Spanish, Fine Art or Elective

**8 Endorsement Course Endorsement Course Endorsement Course Endorsement Course

Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits

**Fill in an Endorsement Course for every school year. These may be changed after a meeting

with a parent/guardian and counselor if needed, but it must be complete when turned in

before entering 9th grade. **Speech, PE, Fine Arts and Technology can be moved to different

years if necessary, but recommended that students complete these as early as possible.

Course Description Course No. State No. YR or SEM Credit Grade

1801 03220100 1 year course 1 credit 9

1811 03220100-Q 1 year course 1 credit 9






1814 A3220200-P 1 year course 1 credit 12

1884 CP110100 1 year course 1 credit 12



Pre-Requisite Required

English 1

English 1 Pre-AP

English 1

This course extends and deepens the topics of the regular course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes Pre-Ap instructional strategies. A

variety of problems will be used to challenge the advanced mathematics student. Students use functions to represent and model problem situations. They

analyze and interpret relationships and use symbols in a variety of ways to describe those relationships. Students learn to use a variety of representations,

tools, and technology to solve meaningful problems. Topics include linear, quadratic, and exponential functions.

Grade 8 Math or equivalent

English 1, English 2

English 1

English 1, English 2

English 1, English 2, English 3

Met Standard on English I and II STAAR

This foundation course for 12th grade students provides instruction incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study,

writing, inquiry and research, listening and speaking. Students are provided instruction designed for communication and thinking skills essential for success in

social and academic situations including SAT and ACT.

Mathematics

English Language Arts



social and academic situations including STAAR, PSAT, SAT and ACT.

In this course, students use functions to represent and model problem situations. They analyze and interpret relationships and use symbols in a variety of ways

to describe those relationships. Students learn to use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to solve meaningful problems. Topics include linear,

quadratic, and exponential functions.

This advanced course for 9th grade students provides instruction incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study,

writing, inquiry and research, listening and speaking. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement course and Advanced

Placement exam offered at the senior level. Students are provided instruction designed for communication and thinking skills essential for success in social and

academic situations including STAAR, PSAT, SAT, ACT and creative collaborative situations.




academic situations including STAAR, PSAT, SAT, and ACT and creative collaborative situations.




English 2

English 2 Pre-AP

English 1, English 2, English 3

This advanced course for 12th grade students provides instruction in vocabulary, grammar, and literature composition, and will offer students the opportunity to

work toward becoming a critical reader apt in analyzing and evaluating the written word as well as preparing students for the College Board Advanced

Placement exam. Specialized study of authors, of movements in literary history, of literary techniques, of approaches to criticism or of styles in writing will

culminate through student writing. Several novels and plays will be read. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on the AP exam

given in May. Activities and projects are designed to teach students to time manage and be successful in the college classroom.

AP English Literature and

Composition

College Prep English







academic situations including PSAT, SAT and ACT and creative collaborative situtations.

English 3 Pre-AP

Grade 8 Math or equivalentAlgebra 1

This college preparatory course is designed for senior students who have passed English II EOC, but have not yet met ELA college-ready criteria. Upon

successful completion of this course (final average of 75% or higher), the student may enroll in an entry-level college credit bearing English course at partnering

institutions without remediation. English IV College Prep includes extensive composition and language practice, with a focus on expository and persuasive

writing, as well as inquiry and research.

Algebra 1 Pre-AP

English 4

English 3

10. PHS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2018-2019

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Course Description Course No. State No. YR or SEM Credit Grade Pre-Requisite Required

English Language Arts2803 03100700 1 year course 1 credit 9-10

2813 03100700-Q 1 year course 1 credit 9-10

2821 03102400 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12

2802 03100600 1 year course 1 credit 10-11

2812 03100600-Q 1 year course 1 credit 10-11


2814 03101100-Q 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12

2815 A3100101-P 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12


This course extends and deepens the topics of the Calculus AB AP course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes instructional strategies

which are designed to prepare students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam taken in May. This course includes parametrically defined functions

and their derivatives, polar functions and their slopes, motion along a curve, integration by partial fractions, integration by parts, arc lengths, improper integrals,

Euler’s method, logistic growth, and sequences and series. Students will work with the TI-Nspire. College credit is available to students who receive a

qualifying score on the AP exam given in May.

AP Calculus AB

Algebra 1Geometry

Geometry Pre-AP

In this course, students will study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction, and orientation of figures. Students will solve

meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships, and properties. The techniques and skills used in Algebra 1 are integrated throughout the course in

order to reinforce skills previously learned and to enhance the study of geometry as part of a mathematical sequence. Topics include plane, coordinate, and

transformational geometry as well as reasoning, justification, and proof.

This course builds upon and extends the topics covered in Algebra II and Geometry. This course approaches topics from a functional point of view and is

designed to strengthen and enhance conceptual understanding and mathematical reasoning skills used when modeling and solving mathematical and real-

world problems. Students will work with functions and their multiple representations, and will deepen their mathematical understanding and fluency of algebra,

geometry, and trigonometry. Students will investigate and explore mathematical ideas, develop multiple strategies for analyzing complex situations, and use

technology to build understanding, make connections between representations, and provide defined reasoning in solving problems.

AP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BC

Math Models

This course extends and deepens the topics of the regular course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes Pre-AP instructional strategies

which are designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement course and test offered at the senior level. Students study algebraic concepts and the

relationships among them to better understand the structure of algebra. Students in Algebra II learn that equations and functions are algebraic tools that can be

used to represent geometric curves and figures, and they perceive the connections between algebra and geometry to use the tools of one to help solve

problems in the other. Topics include linear, quadratic, square root, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, and sequences and series.

In this course, students study algebraic concepts and the relationships among them to better understand the structure of algebra. Students in Algebra II learn

that equations and functions are algebraic tools that can be used to represent geometric curves and figures, and they perceive the connections between

algebra and geometry to use the tools of one to help solve problems in the other. Topics include linear, quadratic, nth root, absolute value, cubic, rational,

exponential and logarithmic functions, and sequences and series.

Algebra 1, Geometry & Algebra 2

This course builds upon and extends the topics covered in Pre-Calculus. This course approaches topics from a functional point of view and is designed to

strengthen and enhance conceptual understanding and mathematical reasoning skills used when modeling and solving mathematical and real-world problems.

Students will work with functions and their multiple representations, and will deepen their mathematical understanding and fluency of algebra, geometry, and

trigonometry. Students will investigate and explore mathematical ideas, develop multiple strategies for analyzing complex situations, and use technology to

build understanding, make connections between representations, and provide defined reasoning in solving problems.

Pre-Calculus Pre-AP

This course extends and deepens the topics of the Pre-Calculus course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes instructional strategies

which are designed to prepare students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam taken in May. This course includes functions, limits and continuity,

differentiation, applications of differential calculus, antidifferentiation, definite integrals, application of integration to geometry, further applications of the

integration, and differential equations. Students will work with the TI-Nspire. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on the AP

exam given in May.

Algebra 1

This course continues to build on Algebra 1 foundations as students use algebraic, graphical, and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure. In

this course students learn to use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design,

and science. This course satisfies math requirements for the Minimum and Recommended graduation plans. This course is not available for students who have

successfully completed Algebra 2.

Algebra 2

Pre-Calculus

Algebra 2 Pre-AP Algebra 1

Algebra 1, Geometry & Algebra 2

Algebra 1

Pre-Calculus

Algebra 1

This course extends and deepens the topics of the regular course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes Pre-Ap instructional strategies

which are designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement course and test offered at the senior level. A variety of problems will be used to challenge

the advanced mathematics student. Students will study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction, and orientation of figures.

Students will solve meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships, and properties. The techniques and skills used in Algebra 1 are integrated

throughout the course in order to reinforce skills previously learned and to enhance the study of geometry as part of a mathematical sequence. Topics include

plane, coordinate, and transformational geometry as well as reasoning, justification, and proof.

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English Language Arts2816 A3100200-P 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12


2884 CP111200 1 year course 1 credit 12








Biology

Algebra 2 & met standard on Algebra I EOC

This course integrates the disciplines of Physics and Chemistry at the introductory level. Topics studied include: force and motion; waves; energy

transformations; properties of matter; changes in matter and solution chemistry. Students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods

during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical-thinking and scientific problem solving. This course satisfies science requirements for the

Minimum and Recommended graduation plans. This course is not available for students who have successfully completed Chemistry or Physics.

Science

Algebra 1

Biology, Algebra 1

Biology, Algebra 1

This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit.

Concepts presented at the college level include the following three general areas: molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations.

Students are expected to develop an understanding of concepts, experience scientific inquiry, apply biological knowledge and think critically about the

environmental and social issues. Each student will design and carry out a research project as well as write formal and informal lab reports. Activities and

projects are designed to teach students to time manage and be successful in the college classroom.

This course extends and deepens the topics covered in Chemistry 1 and includes a strong emphasis on laboratory investigations and may include research

activities in preparation for Advanced Placement Chemistry. Topics include atomic structure and theory, organization of the elements, the structure and

properties of solids, liquids, and gases, and organic chemistry. Students will be exposed to advanced concepts in kinetics, acid/bases, and molecular geometry.

This course is a study of the structure, composition, and behavior of matter. Students will learn about a variety of topics that include: characteristics of matter,

energy transformations during physical and chemical changes; atomic structure; periodic table of elements; behavior of gases; bonding; nuclear fusion;

oxidation-reduction reactions; chemical equations; properties of solutions; acids and bases; and chemical reactions. Student investigations emphasize

accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis, and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory

investigations.

Chemistry Pre-AP

Chemistry

This science course is a study of life and all living things. Students will use the scientific process to learn about cell structure and functions, genetics, human

anatomy and physiology, ecology and comparative physiology of plants and animals. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of

data, data analysis, and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations.

Biology Pre-AP

This course is designed to provide instruction regarding financial investment and planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management to help with

personal financial decision making. Students will apply critical thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic

factors. Sources of income will be identified as well as the forms of exchange including cash, checks, credit cards, debit cards, and electronic funds.

Financial Mathematics Algebra 1

AP Statistics

Biology, Chemistry

This course extends and deepens the topics covered in Biology, includes a strong emphasis on field and laboratory investigations, and may include research

activities and out-of-class reading in preparation for Advanced Placement Biology. Students will study a variety of topics that include; structures and functions

of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism

and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment.

AP Biology

In Physics, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigation, and make informed decisions using critical thinking

and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: matter, motions, forces, work, power, momentum, energy, wave motion, gas

laws, electricity, magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis, and the

safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations.

Physics

Integrated Physics and

Chemistry (IPC)

College Prep Math

This college prepatory course is designed for senior students who have passed the Algebra 1 EOC, but have not yet met math college-ready criteria. Upon

successful completion of this course (final average of 75% or higher), the student may enroll in an entry-level college bearing Math course at partnering

institutions without remediation. The coursework will build and reinforce Algebra I and Algebra II topics; students are required to be proficient both with and

without the calculator.

Algebra 2, Geometry

The purpose of the Advanced Placement Statistics course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing

conclusions from data. Students study four main themes: Exploratory Analysis, Planning a Study, Probability, and Statistical Inference. Students who complete

the course and the subsequent AP examination successfully, may receive credit and /or advanced placement for a one semester introductory college statistics

course. This course will benefit those who are considering careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Accounting, Business, Economics,

Political Science, Social Studies, or International Affairs. The course may be taken simultaneously with Pre-Calculus, College Algebra, or with either Advanced

Placement Calculus AB or BC.

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English Language Arts3815 03050000-Q 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12








3807 13020600 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12Anatomy & Physiology Biology & course from Hlth Sci Cluster recommended

This course is for the student interested in a career in the Health Science field. It is an in depth course to teach the student about anatomy and physiology

terms and procedures.

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course & Dual Credit

COURSE NOTE: This course can fulfill a Science requirement for graduation.

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course


TYPE: Advanced CTE Course.

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course.

Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry or IPC


Robotics 1 Engineering Design & Problem Solving

Robotics 1 is the continuation course of Engineering Design & Problem Solving and comprises a combination of project-based, socially relevant design

challenges and explorations that introduce students to key computing principles in the context of engineering. Students employ engineering processes, skills,

and habits of mind to solve more complex challenges that rely on the computing, programming, data representation and analysis, algorithmic thinking, and

modeling skills that are so important in engineering. This course benefits students because the course content is socially relevant, opens career doors,

provides an opportunity for dual enrollment, deals with 21st century skills, exposes students to authentic experiences and prepares them for college and career

readiness.



This course introduces students to the process of design as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce

and present working drawings, model renderings, and prototypes. Students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting.

If you are looking for a science course that is fast-paced, high tech, hands-on, informative, educational, and fun, then Aquatic Science is your choice. In

aquatic science students will construct and operate projects and equipment that provide answers to real world problems. Field trips will allow students

opportunities to meet experts in the field and learn proper field collection and analysis techniques. In addition, students will learn how and why aquatic

organisms behave and survive in their environment. It is time to step up to the challenge and learn how to work and think like a scientist by making Aquatic

Science one of your course choices.

Forensic Science Biology, Chemistry

This course expands on the process of design as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and

present working drawings, model renderings, and prototypes. Students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting. Certification

in SolidWorks Software available.


To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal

systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards.


The student will conduct laboratory and field investigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. These investigations must involve

actively obtaining and analyzing data with physical equipment, but may also involve experimentation in a simulated environment as well as field observations

that extend beyond the classroom.

Scientific Research & Design

(STEM)


Scientific Research & Design (STEM)

Algebra 1, Biology

Algebra 1, Geometry

Algebra 1

Aquatic Science

AP Physics 1

Physics Pre-AP

This course extends and deepens the topics covered in Physics and includes a strong emphasis on field and laboratory investigations. In addition, this course

includes problem solving with a focus on advanced mathematical applications and may include research activities in preparation for Physics AP. Students will

interact in hands-on lab experiences, enhanced by computer simulations.

This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. The

course includes study in areas of classical and Newtonian mechanics; work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric

circuits.

Biology, Chemistry


Engineering Design & Problem

Solving

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English Language Arts8806 13020800 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12







4804 03330100 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester12

4814 03330100-Q 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester12


semester11 - 12


semester11 - 12

World History Pre-AP

The course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, understanding medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human

anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.

Social Studies

Psychology

This advanced course is an enriched and more comprehensive coverage of the study of the physical and cultural world including people, places, and

environments. Students will gain an understanding and appreciation for cultures other than their own. By examining current events from around the world,

students will begin to understand how the entire world is connected. Emphasis is placed on in-depth study of topic areas, critical analysis and writing skills to

prepare students for AP level courses. This course requires a significant amount of time on the part of the student.

This course is the study of the physical and cultural world including people, places and environments. Students will gain an understanding and an appreciation

for cultures other than their own. By examining current events from around the world, students will begin to understand how the entire world is connected.

Biology, Chemistry & course from Hlth Sci Cluster

recommended

World Geography



Pathophysiology

World Geography Pre-AP

Government Pre-Ap

This is a college level course that is designed to examine, in depth, the foundations of the American political system through an extensive review of the nation's

Constitution, its three branches of government, the policy making process of government, the growth and development of political institutions and parties, the

influence of the bureaucracy and media on policy making, and a study of state and local government structures. Students will be asked to participate in

activities and projects that provide a more enriched learning environment. Activities and projects are designed to teach students to time manage and be

successful in the college classroom.

Government

US History

Sociology

This course is an introductory study in social behavior and organization of human society. This course will describe the development of the field as a social

science by identifying methods and strategies of research leading to an understanding of how the individual relates to society and the ever changing world.

Students will learn the importance and role of culture, social structure, socialization, and social change in today’s society.

This is a senior level course that focuses on the development of government to include key documents and theories. Students will examine the three branches

of government and their functions as well as compare our government to others in the world. By examining current events from around the world, students will

begin to understand how the entire world is connected.

AP US History

This course is designed to develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human

societies. Students analyze the connections between the past and the present and they use the process of historical inquiry to research, interpret, and use

multiple sources of evidence. The major emphasis is on the study of significant people, events, and issues from the past and the present. This course places a

priority on critical thinking and writing skills, incorporating primary and secondary sources of information and is higher reading intensive as to prepare students

for success in the AP level course.

This is a college level course that covers U.S. History from exploration to current times and requires students to learn at an accelerated pace. The course

covers political, economic, and social changes that have shaped the U.S. There is heavy emphasis on essay writing, reading, and analyzing documents.

College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on the AP exam given in May. Activities and projects are designed to teach students to

time manage and be successful in the college classroom.

In this course students study the history of the United States since Reconstruction to the present. Historical content focuses on the political, economic, and

social events and issues related to industrialization and urbanization, major wars, domestic and foreign policies of the Cold War and post-Cold War eras, and

reform movements including civil rights. Students use critical-thinking skills, including explaining and applying different methods, that historians use to interpret

the past, including points of view and historical context.

This course is the study of the science of behavior and mental processes. Students examine the full scope of the science of psychology, such as the historical

framework, methodologies, human development, motivation, emotion, sensation, perception, personality development, cognition, learning, intelligence,

biological foundations, mental health, and social psychology.

World History

This course offers an overview of the entire history of humankind. The major emphasis is on the study of significant people, events, and issues from past lives

to present. Students examine the impact of geographic factors on major historic events and identify the historic origins of contemporary economic systems. By

examining current events from around the world, students will begin to understand how the entire world is connected. Students examine major developments in

politics, economics, religion, and science and technology.

World Geography

World Geography

World Geography, World History

World Geography, World History

World Geography, World History, US History


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English Language Arts5855 03380082 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester12


semester12

4815 03310300-Q 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester12








semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12

5815 13027200 1 year course 1 credit 9-12Principles of Information

Technology

This course is designed to provide content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills for students to further their

education and succeed in current or emerging professions related to computer literacy. Students will utilize technologies used in the global marketplace,

implement personal and interpersonal skills to better communication skills in computing, writing, communication and reasoning.

TYPE: Regular - GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

TYPE: Regular - GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

Personal Financial Literacy

Economics Pre-AP

Spanish 1 Pre-AP

Spanish 1 Pre-AP is a course that focuses on language study with a greater depth and range of subject matter than Spanish 1.


This course extends and deepens the topics covered in the regular Economics course including the history of the free enterprise system, the involvement of

government, and global trade. International economic relations and consumer economics will be studied. Different types of economic systems (capitalism,

socialism, communism) will also be studied.

Spanish 3

The second year of Spanish is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing with added

emphasis on oral proficiency. A continuation of relevant cultural topics will be explored.

Spanish 2 Pre-AP

This course provides Spanish 2 students with an increased emphasis on developing a higher level of proficiency and a more comprehensive knowledge of

vocabulary and grammar.

Interpersonal Studies

Emphasis on different tenses and moods. Mastery of speaking, listening, reading and writing is essential. Designed to continue enhancing students'

proficiencies in Spanish. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on the AP exam given in May. Activities and projects are

designed to teach students to time manage and be successful in the college classroom.

Spanish 1

US History

This course will introduce students to financial concepts such as personal banking, balancing a check book, loans, insurance, charitable giving, credit card

debt, renting, buying and selling a home, starting a small business, stock market investments, savings and planning for retirement, bankruptcy, FAFSA and

paying for college.

Spanish 2


This first level Spanish course assumes little or no knowledge of the language. The emphasis of Spanish 1 is the development of oral language which is

introduced to develop listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills for everyday situations. Students will be introduced to Hispanic culture and countries.

Foreign Language

The focus of this course is on the basic principles concerning production, consumption, and distribution of goods and services in the United States and a

comparison with those of other countries around the world. Students will examine the rights and responsibilities of consumers and business and analyze the

interaction of supply, demand, and price and study the rule of financial institutions in a free enterprise system.

The third year of Spanish is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing with added

emphasis on oral proficiency.

CTE Required Courses

AP Language and Culture-

SpanishSpanish 1, Spanish 2, Spanish 3

Spanish 1

Economics


(SPEECH)

SPEECH: This is a fundamental course in public speaking techniques. Students will learn the basics of communication through written assignment, oral

presentations, and workplace simulations. This class is designed to provide the student with hands-on opportunity to practice communication skills.

INTERPERSONAL STUDIES: This course examines how the relationships between individuals and among family members significantly affect the quality of

life. Students use knowledge to enhance personal development, foster quality relationships, promote wellness of family members, and manage multiple adult

roles.

Spanish 1

Spanish 1, Spanish 2

Economics

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6821 03150100 9 - 12

6822 03150200 10 - 12

6823 03150300 11 - 12

6824 03150400 12

1 year course each

An advanced studio course for the college-bound and career-oriented Art student. Emphasis will be on advanced sculpture making in a variety of sculptural

media. Students will compile a portfolio that fulfills current College Board requirements. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on

the AP exam given in May. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Art 1, Art 2

Marching Band 2

Marching Band 1 JH Band/Band from another district

Marching Band 1

Marching Band 1, 2, & 3

Art 2/Drawing 1 Pre-AP

Art 3/Painting 2 Pre-AP

Emphasis on drawing and design skills. In depth study into art history emphasizing individual art styles and techniques. Development of student portfolios. This

course is designed for students intending to take AP 2-D or Drawing Courses the following year. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Emphasis on drawing and design skills. In depth study into art history emphasizing individual art styles of techniques. Development of student portfolios.

Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Fine Arts

A historic study of pottery and sculpture focusing on form, composition and technique. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Emphasis on painting and design skills. In depth study into art history emphasizing individual art styles and techniques. Development of student portfolios. This

course is designed for students intending to take AP 2-D or Drawing Courses the following year. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

The marching band consists of all band students who have acceptable marching skills. This group performs at football games, UIL Marching contests, all

school functions and parades. All band students are required to attend summer band rehearsals. Marching band classes begin earlier than regular school time

and attendance is expected. Eligible students are required to attend all football games, contest and parades. Grades are determined by playing tests, daily

grades, performances, and written exams. Performance tests are given each grading period based on the marching events for each grading period. Members

are responsible for loss or damage to parts of the uniform or to school instruments.

An advanced study of pottery and sculpture with an emphasis on history, entrepreneurship and personal expression. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Emphasis on painting and design skills, art history studies emphasizing specific artist personal style, and developing student portfolios for college reviews.

Critiques of student work. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Art 3/Painting 2

Art 3/Sculpture 2

Art 1

Art 2/Sculpture 1

Art 1, Art 2

Art 1

Art 1

Art 2/Drawing 1

Survey course with emphasis on elements & principles of art, art history study from 1800 to present. Introduction in drawing and design skills, emphasizing

personal expression. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Art 1

1 credit each

An advanced studio course for the college-bound and career-oriented Art student. Emphasis will be on advanced drawing/mark-making in a variety of drawing

media. Students will compile portfolios that fulfill current College Board requirements. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score on

the AP exam given in May. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

Art 1, Art 2

Art 1, Art 2

Art 1, Art 2, & Art 3

Art 1, Art 2

Marching Band 1, 2

Art 1, Art 2

AP Drawing Portfolio

An advanced studio course for the college-bound and career-oriented Art student. Emphasis will be on advanced drawing and painting styles, 2-D design, and

color study. Students will compile portfolios that fulfill current College Board requirements. College credit is available to students who receive a qualifying score

on the AP exam given in May. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

AP 2-D Design Portfolio

Art 4/Painting 3

Emphasis on student's painting and design skills, art history studies emphasizing specific artist personal style, and developing student portfolios for college

reviews. Critiques of student work. Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

AP 3-D Design Portfolio

Marching Band 3

Marching Band 4

Art 3/Drawing 2 Art 1, Art 2

Emphasis on drawing and design skills. In depth study into art history emphasizing individual art styles of techniques. Development of student portfolios.

Students will pay an annual $20 art fee.

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English Language Arts6831 03151300 9 - 12

6832 03151400 10 - 12

6833 03151500 11 - 12

6834 03151600 12







6841 03150900 9 - 12

6842 03151000 10 - 12

6843 03151100 11 - 12

6844 03151200 12

6851 03250100 9 - 12

6852 03250200 10 - 12

6853 03250300 11 - 12

6854 03250400 12

Music Theory 1

This class is open to all students. No prior music training is required. Students will enjoy and develop life-long appreciation for music and its cultural

influences. This course will cover Popular Music from medieval through 20th century. Students will have the opportunity to try a variety of instruments and

vocals.

Music Appreciation 2

1 year course each

1 year course each

AP Music Theory

This class emphasizes the structure of music as it relates to notation of pitch and rhythm, intervals, triads and scales. The course also highlights composition,

ear training/sight-reading, listening, part writing and basic fundamentals.



Following introduction of basic concepts and techniques relating specifically to jazz band, instruction continues by expanding areas of musical style and

performance literature. Although listed as four separate courses, this course is taught as a combination of the courses on a concurrent basis. In these classes,

students receive identical instruction and perform the same literature but receive credit for the course in which they are enrolled. Differentiation is made in the

performance expectations as the student progresses in the continuum of development represented in these four courses.

This class is open to all students. No prior music training is required. Students will enjoy and develop life-long appreciation for music and its cultural

influences. This course will cover serious music from the medieval period through 20th century. Students will learn composers, styles of music, terminology

and the development of music through the years.

Theatre arts offer unique experiences and empower students to explore realities, relationships, and ideas through the study of acting (voice, movement).

Students develop aesthetic and cultural awareness through exploration, leading to creative expression through play productions and dramatic heritage.

Participation and evaluation in a variety of theatrical experiences will afford students opportunities to develop an understanding of self and their role in the world.

Students evaluate selected career and avocational opportunities in theatre. Student will learn dramatic criticism in theatre, film, television, and other media and

analyze the training, skills, self-discipline, and artistic discipline needed to pursue such opportunities.

Theatre 1, 2

Theatre 1, 2 & 3

Theatre 3

Choir 4

Choir 2

Each course is designed to improve overall musicianship and prepare students for higher level courses in choir. Techniques of individual and ensemble singing

will be taught as well as basic music theory, sight reading, vocal pedagogy and music history. As students progresses to the higher levels the study will be

geared toward a serious interest in advanced choral activities.

Choir 1

Theatre 1

1 year course each

Theatre 4

1 credit each

Choir 3

1 credit each Must be in Marching Band

Jazz Band 2

Jazz Band 3

Jazz Band 4

Jazz Band 1

Applied Music 1

The applied music curriculum is designed to foster maximum development of skill and insight in musical performance through individual musical studies.

Classes are mostly selfguided with weekly private instruction.

Applied Music 2 Applied Music 1

The applied music curriculum is designed to foster maximum development of skill and insight in musical performance through individual musical studies.

Classes are mostly selfguided with weekly private instruction.

Theatre 21 credit each

Theatre 1

Choir 1, 2

Choir 1, 2 & 3

Choir 1

This course is designed for the student that would like to pursue a degree in music. With this course students will have the skills necessary to pass basic

theory/aural exam to enter most schools of music. Aural skills contain fundamentals including emphasis on melodic, harmonic dictation and sight singing of

music of various ethnic origins and historical style periods. Aural skills will provide the student an understanding and command of the elementary theoretical

materials covered in the year is essential to his/her being able to succeed in further theory courses. Music Theory will emphasis on developing basic music

reading skills on simply melody and/or keyboard instruments will provide the student an understanding and command of the fundamental elements of music.

Concepts covered in this year are essential to the student being able to succeed in further theory courses. Students will be expected to demonstrate their

understanding of material covered by analytical recognition and construction of the material through written assignments.

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8812 PES00052 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12

8831 PES00000 1 year course 1 credit 9





semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12


semester9 - 12

Physical Education courses include life-long fitness and wellness by introducing students to various exercise and nutrition options, goal setting, and an overall

healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as ultimate frisbee, football,

soccer, golf, etc.

Girls' volleyball, basketball, track, soccer, softball, & cross country. (UIL Participation)



healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as basketball, volleyball,

softball, soccer, etc.

Girls’ PE (IS) Individual Sports

12th Grade Girls’ Athletics

Boys’ PE (AOE) Outdoor

Education


healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as bowling, table tennis,

badminton, etc.

Girls’ PE 1A Foundation

Technical Theatre 2 Technical Theatre 1


healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities.

Boys’ PE (TS) Team Sports

Physical required

Boys’ PE (IS) Individual Sports

10th Grade Girls’ Athletics Physical required

Technical Theatre 1


healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as ultimate frisbee, football,

soccer, golf, etc.



healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as bowling, table tennis,

badminton, etc.


healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities such as basketball, volleyball,

softball, soccer, etc.

9th Grade Girls’ Athletics

Girls’ PE (TS) Team Sports

Girls’ PE (AOE) Outdoor

Education

Physical required

Technical Theatre I (9-12) and Technical Theatre 2 and 3 (10-12) are project based classes within the theatrical arts curriculum at the high school level

focusing on the design process of the various technical aspects of a production. Students learn lighting basics, audio design, effective make-up application,

construction techniques, as well as costume design. Students desiring to excel in skills related to technical theatre are welcome to participate in activities

occurring outside the academic school day. No prior theatre experience is required to be eligible for these courses.


healthy lifestyle. Students will lift weights and participate in cardio workouts at the track or in the gym with various activities.

Girls’ Physical Education

Boys’ Physical Education

Boys’ PE 1A Foundation

Physical required11th Grade Girls’ Athletics


Technical Theatre 3 Technical Theatre 2

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English Language Arts8841 PES00000 1 year course 1 credit 9






semester9 - 12

8810 N1150040 1 year course 1 credit 10 - 12



9839 N1290012 1 sem course.5 credit per

semester9 - 12





Exploring your social, physical, mental and emotional aspects of your overal health and well being.

Boys' football, basketball, soccer and baseball. (UIL Participation)

Physical required

9th Grade Boys’ Athletics

Introduction to ROTC; Introduction to leadership theory, citizenship skills, time management, physical fitness, interpersonal communications, map reading, drill

and ceremonies, and first aid. (PE substitution for JROTC1 = 8882, if applicable) (ROTC 2, ROTC 3, and ROTC 4 have been included in the CTE selection

guide under Government and Public Administration Courses)

Sports Medicine 2



BIM 1, Digital Art & Animation, Web Design

Journalism is designed for students interested in newspaper journalism, yearbook, and developing their skills as a writer. This course explores the

contemporary media and the ethical responsibility issues inherent in the press today. Students will learn the fundamentals of news, feature, editorial, sports,

and headline writing. Copy reading, news style and editing will be stressed. Students will create numerous original stories using varied structures and writing

techniques. (Students interested in working on the school newspaper and the school yearbook will need to register for Printing and Imaging Technology 1

(Newspaper) or Graphic Design & Illustration 1 (Yearbook) course found in the CTE section under Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications.)

Teen Leadership

Students will learn about athletic injuries including the prevention, immediate care, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. This course is designed for students

in the student athletic training program, and provides a more in-depth study and application of the components of sports medicine. Individualized and

independent assignments will be included in this course. This course will involve outside-of-class time, homework, and time required working with athletes and

athletic teams including practices and games.

Sports Medicine 1

Sports Medicine 3is an in-depth study and application of the components learned in Sports Medicine 1 and 2. Students will be required to work with individual

teams during 5th or 8th period athletic classes. This course requires outside of class time spent working with athletes and athletic teams including practices

and games.

Sports Medicine 3

Independent development of skills in technology applications. Business Professionals of America strongly encouraged to join.

Ind Study in Tech App 2

Debate

Debate consists of an in-depth study of current types of debate, including Policy or CX Debate and Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and the current topic for each type

of debate. Students learn the structure of these and other forms of debate, as well as the issues related to the current topic. Students prepare arguments,

cases, and response arguments using available resources and present them periodically. Students will also engage in mock debates on various topics.

The Independent Study course provides opportunities for students desiring to continue in the acquisition of multimedia, telecommunications, or programming

skill sets, build portfolios, solve problems, and create products for school and community. Instructional design principles and software skill sets relevant to

instruction and interwoven into real products are the focus of this course.

Ind Study in Tech App 1


Students in this course will be taught to discover their own self-worth and approach life prepared to achieve, the opportunities are endless. The course teaches

students to take responsibility, express themselves, and handle problems and decisions when they arise.



Physical required11th Grade Boys’ Athletics

ROTC 1

Electives

Sports Medicine 1

Physical required

Sports Medicine 2 is an in-depth study and application of the components learned in Sports Medicine 1. Students will be required to work with individual teams

during 5th or 8th period athletic classes. This course requires outside of class time spent working with athletes and athletic teams including practices and

games.

Physical required

Health

Ind Study Tech App 1

Journalism

Sports Medicine 1 & 2

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0921 85000OFF 1 sem course 0 11 - 12

1301 85000OFF 1 sem course 0 11 - 12

1201 85000OFF 1 sem course 0 12

0984

0985

0987

85000ADP 1 sem course.5 local credit

per semester12




semester10 - 12


semester10 - 12

TYPE: Regular - THESE COURSES ARE OFFERED DURING SCHOOL YEARS ENDING IN AN EVEN NUMBER.

Are you anxiously waiting for hunting season to start? Do you want to get your hunter's certification? This course examines the management of game and non-

game wildlife species, fish, and aqua crops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. Certification in Hunter's Safety and in

Texas Parks & Wildlife Boating Safety available.

Principles of Agriculture, Food,

& Natural Resources

TYPE: Regular

Must be enrolled in one or more dual credit college course only offered during the school day at Coastal Bend College.

College-Off

Miscellaneous

To be prepared for careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources, students must attain academic skills and knowledge in agriculture. This course allows

students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details,

practices, and expectations. Participation in extended learning experiences such as FFA is expected.

Business and Industry Endorsement- AGRICULTURE

Must have passed all parts of STAAR. ONLY SENIORS ARE ALLOWED TO SIGN UP FOR SENIOR-OFF PERIODS. Senior off periods are only available for

1st, 7th, or 8th period.

Wildlife, Fisheries & Ecology

Management

Courses for Dual Credit are college-level courses taken through a college or university by a high school student for

both high school and college credit. Pleasanton ISD has formal arrangements with colleges and universities to

ensure that the credits earned through the colleges meet TEA requirements. The content and instruction of each

college course must ensure mastery of the TEKS associated with each course's high school counterpart. Such a

formal arrangement has been set up between specific colleges including, Coastal Bend College, University of Texas

at Permian Basin, and Del Mar College. Before a student takes a course not recognized through PISD's formal

agreement with these three institutions, they must have a conference with their guidance counselor. There may be

an exception made, in advance of registering for and taking the course, if the school can verify the TEKS will be

covered by a course from a college in which no formal agreement has been made. Students cannot be awarded

high school credit for courses taken from colleges which PISD has not approved of or have a formal agreement

with.

Dual Credit

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

TYPE: Regular

Office/Teacher/Student-Aides

TAC Chapter 27 Career Development

Office approval

Must have passed all parts of STAAR. Local course (non-graduation credits). See counselor for aide assignments.

Small Animal Management Prin of Ag, Food, Nat Res

Equine Science Prin of Ag, Food, Nat Res

These courses are designed to help students acquire knowledge and skills related to small animals and the small animal management industry. Small Animal

Management may address topics related to small mammals such as dogs and cats, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. To prepare for careers in the field of animal

science, students must enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills

regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.

Senior-Off

Must be enrolled in Career Preparation 1 or 2. Work off periods will be determined by Counselor.

Work-Off

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9811 13002400 1 year course 2 credits 11 - 12




semester10 - 12


semester10 - 12

This is a lab-oriented course that focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary for the maintenance, repair, and recondition of agricultural machinery and

equipment. Students will make plans for and develop their own projects to produce quality products. Students will need to make arrangements for the

consumable materials related to their projects whether it be funding it themselves or receiving product from a secondary source.

Prin of Ag, Food, Nat Res

Prin of Ag, Food, Nat Res


TYPE: Regular

Floral Design

Minimum of 1 credit from Agriculture cluster


This course is designed to develop the students' ability to identify and demonstrate principles of design, as well as understand the management of floral

enterprises. In this class the student will have hands on experience learning how to make floral arrangements, boutonnieres and corsages, and bouquets.

Through the analysis of artistic styles, historical periods, and design, the student will learn respect for traditions and contributions of diverse cultures, and

lifelong skills in making informed judgments and evaluations. Certification in Texas Floral Design available.

Practicum in Ag, Food &

Natural Resources

Do you want to learn how to weld and work with power tools? Are you constantly coming up with new creative designs for indoor and outdoor living? This

course offers the student hands-on learning to develop skills in metal working, welding, tool use, and carpentry. The student will also learn the basics of

electricity, plumbing, and masonry. Upon gaining the proper instruction the student will be able to plan, construct, and build metal and wood projects in shop.

Certification for OSHA 10 Hr. available.

Agricultural Mechanics &

Metal Technologies

Are you interested in gaining skills for the construction industry? This course offers further hands-on training in welding and construction skills gained in other

Mechanics courses. The student will gain skills in site location, material installation, and construction methods. Students will have the opportunity to develop

plans and construct projects using metal working, welding, and woodworking.


Agricultural Power Systems

COURSE NOTE: This is the final course in a sequence of courses. Student must obtain written permission from teacher to be enrolled in this

course.

The practicum course is a capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. The

practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Experiences are appropriate to the nature and level of

experiences including employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratory assignment.


COURSE NOTE: This course can fulfill a Fine Arts requirement for graduation.

Ag Mech & Metal or Ag Equip

TYPE: Regular

Agricultural Structures Design

& Fabrication

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course - THIS COURSE IS OFFERED DURING SCHOOL YEARS ENDING IN AN ODD NUMBER.

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course - TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE.

Agricultural Equipment Design

& FabricationAg Mech & Metal

This class is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course

provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools.


Landscape Design &

ManagementPrin of Ag, Food, Nat Res

Turf Grass Management Prin of Ag, Food, Nat Res

The Landscape Design and Management course provides techniques and opportunites to practices and prepare for careers in horticultural systems, students

must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge

and skills regarding career opportunities. Similarly the Turf Grass Management course provides the same opportunity to develop an understanding of turf grass

management techniques and practices for careers in horticulture.

TYPE: Regular - THESE COURSES ARE OFFERED DURING SCHOOL YEARS ENDING IN AN EVEN NUMBER.

Prin of Ag. Food, Nat. Res

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal

systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards.

Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry or IPC

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5815 13027200 1 year course 1 credit 9-12







Prin of Info Tech

COURSE NOTE: Student must have approval from the instructor to be enrolled in this course and must also be a member of Business Professionals

of America.

Prin of Info Tech & preferred Dig Media or Web Tech

This course is designed to provide instruction regarding financial investment and planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management to help with

personal financial decision making. Students will apply critical thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic

factors. Sources of income will be identified as well as the forms of exchange including cash, checks, credit cards, debit cards, and electronic funds.

Certification in Financial Peace available.

Digital Media

This course is designed to provide content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills for students to further their

education and succeed in current or emerging professions related to computer literacy. Students will utilize technologies used in the global marketplace,

implement personal and interpersonal skills to better communication skills in computing, writing, communication and reasoning.

TYPE: Regular

TYPE: Regular - TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE; COURSE MAY BE OFFERED AS A ZERO PERIOD COURSE FROM 7:00 a.m. -

7:50 a.m., Monday through Friday.

Project Based Research

Research is a course for students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to

develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings,

and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce,

apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Students will be expected to complete at least 1 Microsoft Office System

Certification available.

Prin of Ag. Food, Nat. ResGreenhouse Operation &

Production

Algebra 1

TYPE: Regular

Financial Mathematics

This course is designed to develop an understanding of greenhouse production techniques and practices. To prepare for careers in horticultural systems,

students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop

knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. Certification in Plant Science available.

Through the study of digital and interactive media and its application in information technology, students will analyze and assess current and emerging

technologies while designing and creating multimedia projects that address customer needs and resolve a problem. Students implement personal and

interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to

successfully perform and interact in a technology-driven society

This course is an overview of the modern Web technologies used for the Web development. The purpose of this course is to give students the basic

understanding of how things work in the Web world from the technology point of view as well as to give the basic overview of the different technologies.

TYPE: Regular

Prin of Info Tech

Business and Industry Endorsement – BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

TYPE: Regular - THIS COURSE IS OFFERED DURING SCHOOL YEARS ENDING IN AN ODD NUMBER.

Animation 1 Prin of Info Tech

This course allows students to create animation projects using principles of design to combine graphics, images and sound. A variety of techniques will be

explored, including storyboarding, scripting/programming, interactivity, and other projects. The emphasis will be on utilizing the features in Adobe Flash

included in the corresponding industry recognized certification. The goal of providing the training and potential certification is to assist students in becoming

more marketable and desirable in the workplace.

TYPE: Regular

Principles of Cybersecurity Prin of Info Tech

The Cyber Security course is designed and intended for students interested in learning how to protect hardware and data from everything from hacktivists to

earthquakes. Participation in the Air Force's program, CyberPatriot competitive team is encouraged as one of the extended learning and extracurricular

experiences for the Pleasanton JROTC.

Principles of Information

Technology

Web Technologies



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9801 13009100 1 year course 1 credit 11- 12







The hospitality and tourism industry encompasses lodging; travel and tourism; recreation, amusements, attractions, and resorts; and restaurants and food

beverage service. The hospitality and tourism industry maintains the largest national employment base in the private sector. Students use knowledge

and skills that meet industry standards to function effectively in various positions within this multifaceted industry.

TYPE: Regular

Printing and Imaging

Technology 1 (Newspaper)Journalism

Students who have completed Journalism will be encouraged to take this course to develop skills for careers in all aspects of the printing industry including

prepress, press, and finishing and bindery operations. This course will focus on prepress and provide students education in software used for desktop

publishing. Students will work on the school newspaper as part of this course.

TYPE: Regular - TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE.

TYPE: Regular

This course will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The

course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Additionally it will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry

management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. Certification in

NRAEF ServSafe available.

Audio/Video Production 2

Building upon the concepts taught in Audio/Video Production, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts,

Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on

pre-production, production, and post-production products. This course may be implemented in an audio format or a format with both audio and video.




Students will learn skills that span all aspects of the industry from setting up the shot to delivering products. Students will be expected to develop an

understanding of the photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs.

TYPE: Regular

Advanced Culinary Arts

This course will extend content and enhance skills introduced in Culinary Arts by in-depth instruction of industry-driven standards in order to prepare students

for success in higher education, certifications, and/or immediate employment.

Students design, create, and manipulate images for integration in publication layout and design, Web output, use in other software packages or immediate

output, graphic design and layout, proofing, editing, advertising, and creative writing. This course requires considerable time outside school hours as well as

leadership and teamwork abilities. Work on campus yearbook will be done during this course.

TYPE: Regular - TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE.

Art 1 & Prin of Info Tech

Prin of Info Tech

Business and Industry Endorsement – CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY


Introduction to Culinary Arts

Intro to Culinary Arts

Graphic Design and Illustration

2 (Yearbook)Graphic Design 1

Students design, create, and manipulate images for integration in publication layout and design, Web output, use in other software packages or immediate

output, graphic design and layout, proofing, editing, advertising, and creative writing. This course requires considerable time outside school hours as well as

leadership and teamwork abilities. Students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on mastery of content

knowledge and skills. Work on campus yearbook will be done during this course.


Principles of Hospitality and

Tourism

Prin of Hospitality & Tourism

Graphic Design and Illustration

1 (Yearbook)

This course will focus on designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing and publishing multimedia content. Students should expect to learn to utilize

audio video equipment to develop products for audio/video production.

Art 1 & Prin of Info TechCommercial Photography


Business and Industry Endorsement – ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS

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9841 13029300 1 year course 1 credit 10 - 12 Princ of Law

Biology and a course from the Hlth Sci Cluster is

recommended

Public Service Endorsement – HEALTH SCIENCE

The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students

will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. This course is designed for students interested in a career in nursing or other

health care field. This is a fast paced course so students are expected to be in class and/or clinical every day. Students with poor attendance may not be

admitted to this course. Students are required to have a TB test and background check before being admitted to the program. This course facilitates the

Texas Certified Nurse Assistant License.

COURSE NOTE: Students will be required to receive permission from instructor and submit to counseling office before being activated in this

course.

TYPE: Advanced CTE Course & Dual Credit - TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE.

Public Service Endorsement – LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY(Criminal Justice)

TYPE: Regular

Principles of Health Science

Anatomy & Physiology


This course is for the student interested in a career in the Health Science field. It is an in depth course to teach the student about anatomy and physiology

terms and procedures.

Prin of Hlth Sci or Anatomy & Physiology


Practicum in Health Science

Prin of Hlth Sci

TYPE: Regular & Dual Credit

Pathophysiology

This class is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-

on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Students will have the opportunity to earn certifications that will prepare them for careers in the

medical field. Certification in Pharmacy Tech, EKG Tech, CPR, First Aide and AED may be available.


Medical Terminology

Health Science Theory/ Clinical Prin of Hlth Sci or Anatomy & Physiology

Biology, Chemistry and a course from Hlth Sci Cluster

is recommended







Law Enforcement 1

Principles of Law, Public

Safety, Corrections & Security

This course is an overview of the law history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of

constitutional law local, state, and federal laws, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classification and elements

of crime.

Introduction to professions in law enforcement, security, corrections, and other emergency services. Students examine the roles and responsibilities of police,

courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies of fire and emergency services. This course provides an overview of the skills necessary in public

service careers.

TYPE: Regular

TYPE: Regular

This course provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and the biotechnology research and development systems

of the health care industry. Study will include interpretation of ethical behavior standards and legal responsibilities within the healthcare industry including safe

environments and hazardous situations.

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0916 13025300 1 year course 2 credits 12

TYPE: Regular

Cosmetology 1

Public Service Endorsement – GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

National Security introduces the students to the aspects of disaster management. The course includes engaging simulation exercises related to natural

disasters, man-made disasters, and terroristic events using homeland security programs and National Incident Management System (NIMS) programs.

Curriculum for ROTC 2 will be covered during this course.

Planning and Governance

(ROTC 3)Natl Security (ROTC 2)

Planning and Governance provides the opportunity for students to formulate plans and policies to meet social, economic, and physical needs of communities.

Additionally, students will complete curriculum for ROTC 3 in this course.

TYPE: Regular

Public Management and

Administration (ROTC 4)Plan & Govern (ROTC 3)

Public Management and Administration reviews actions and activities that governments and nonprofit administrations commonly use and that resemble private-

sector management. Students will be introduced to management tools that maximize the effectiveness of different types and styles of administrators and affect

the quality of life of citizens in the community. Curriculum for ROTC 4 will be covered in this course.

National Security (ROTC 2)

Law Enforcement 1


Public Service Endorsement – COSMETOLOGY

Cosmetology 1 Princ of Info Tech, Prof Comm & Interpersonal Studies

In Cosmetology 1, students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course

designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care,

and skin care. Analysis of career opportunities, license requirements, knowledge and skills expectations, and development of workplace skills are included.

This course meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination.

TYPE: Regular


Forensic Science

JROTC 1

Biology and Chemistry

Law Enforcement 2

This course builds and expands on concepts learned in Law Enforcement 1. Law Enforcement 2 provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a

career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and

courtroom testimony.

TYPE: Advanced CTE course

Cosmetology 2

In Cosmetology 2, students will demonstrate proficiency in academic, technical, and practical knowledge and skills. The content is designed to provide the

occupational skills required for licensure. Instruction includes advanced training in professional standards/employability skills, TDLR rules and regulations, use

of tools, equipment, technologies and materials, and practical skills. This course meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination.


COURSE NOTE: This course is taken at Coastal Bend College. Students must have their own transportation to get to and from the college.

Students must have very good attendance in order to be admitted to this program. Students must have completed enough of their required high

school courses to have room in their schedule for 3 class periods for Cosmetology. See the CTE counselor for more information.

COURSE NOTE: This course takes 3 class periods and is also taken at Coastal Bend College with same restrictions as Cosmetology 1.

The student will conduct laboratory and field investigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. These investigations must involve

actively obtaining and analyzing data with physical equipment, but may also involve experimentation in a simulated environment as well as field observations

that extend beyond the classroom. Certification for EMT available.

TYPE: Advanced CTE course

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9871 12701300 1 year course 11 - 12

9872 12701400 1 year course 12



3821 13037000 1 year course 1 credit 11 - 12Robotics 1 Engineering Design & Problem Solving

Robotics 1 is the continuation course of Engineering Design & Problem Solving and comprises a combination of project-based, socially relevant design

challenges and explorations that introduce students to key computing principles in the context of engineering. Students employ engineering processes, skills,

and habits of mind to solve more complex challenges that rely on the computing, programming, data representation and analysis, algorithmic thinking, and

modeling skills that are so important in engineering. This course benefits students because the course content is socially relevant, opens career doors,

provides an opportunity for dual enrollment, deals with 21st century skills, exposes students to authentic experiences and prepares them for college and career

readiness.



Career Preparation 2 Career Preparation 1

This class is a combination of classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved training area. Students gain on-the-job experience in a

variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual

performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students will learn

employability skills, job interviewing techniques, communication skills, financial and budgeting activities, human relations and develop a personal portfolio.

*STUDENTS MUST APPLY, MEET CRITERIA, AND BE APPROVED BY TEACHER TO BE ENROLLED IN THIS PROGRAM. Certification for TABC Permit

available.



This course expands on the process of design as is applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and

present working drawings, model renderings, and prototypes. Students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting. Certification

in SolidWorks Software available.


Business and Industry Endorsement – CAREER PREPARATION

Engineering Design &

Problem Solving

Scientific Research and

Design (STEM)

Scientific Research & Design (STEM)

Students may earn an endorsement in STEM by successfully completing the foundation and general endorsement

requirements including Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics and a total of five credits in mathematics by

successfully completing Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and two additional mathematics courses for which

Algebra II is a prerequisite or a total of five credits in science by successfully completing Biology, Chemistry,

Physics, and two additional science courses (The CTE Engineering courses below fulfill 2 credits for this

requirement).

Algebra 1 and Biology 1

STEM Endorsement - ENGINEERING


This course introduces students to the process of design as is applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce

and present working drawings, model renderings, and prototypes. Students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting.

2 credits each

Career Preparation 1

COURSE NOTE: This course can fulfill the final course sequence for any CTE Endorsement.

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