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VCHS Course of Study Offered

VCHS Course of Study Offered

Updates are currently being made to the course of study for 2023/2024

2020/2021 Courses Offered @ VCHS

Vinton County
High School
Course of Study
2020-2021

Academic Requirements

Earning a Diploma

For the Class of 2021, a diploma shall be awarded to students meeting the curriculum credit requirements of the school district and achieve one of the following:
1.   Earn at least 18 points on seven end-of-course state tests. Each test score earns you up to five graduation points. You must have a minimum of four points in math, four points in English and six points across science and social studies.
2.    Earn a minimum of 12 points by receiving a State Board of Education-approved, industry-recognized
credential or group of credentials in a single career field and earn the required score on WorkKeys, a work- readiness test. The state of Ohio will pay one time for you to take the WorkKeys test.
3.   Earn remediation-free scores in mathematics and English language arts on either the ACT or SAT.
The curriculum credit requirements for Graduation from Vinton County Local School District are as follows:
 
 
Subject Credits
English 4.0
Math 4.0
Social Studies 3.0
Science 3.0
Fine Arts (7-12) 1.0
Physical Education 0.5
Health 0.5
Electives 5.0
 
 

Guidelines for earning credits:

Total: 21 credits

1.   Math
 
Must include one unit of algebra II or the equivalent of algebra II.
 
2.   Physical Education
 
Students who participate in interscholastic athletics, marching band, or cheerleading for two full seasons may submit a PE waiver to exclude this from their course load. However, students that
submit a PE waiver must take another course of equal or greater credit value.
 
3.   Science
 
Must include one unit of physical science, one unit of life science and one unit of advanced study in one or more of the following sciences: chemistry, physics or other physical science; advanced
biology or other life science; astronomy, physical geology or other earth or space science.
 
4.   Social Studies
 
Must include American history, American government, and world history.
 
5.   Electives
 
Must include one unit of personal finance. Other elective units must include one or any combination of world language, fine arts, business, career-technical education, family and consumer sciences,
technology, agricultural education or English language arts, mathematics, science or social studies courses not otherwise required.
 
Graduation Requirements beyond Credit and State Testing:
All students must receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator from an approved source during Grades 9-12, unless the student is exempted from such training due to disability or by written request of the parent.
Students who achieve an industry credential or license that requires an examination shall not be required to take additional technical assessments. If the student does not participate in licensure or license examination,
the student shall take the applicable technical assessments. Students must attain specified scores on assessments as required to demonstrate workforce readiness on a nationally recognized job skills assessment
in order to obtain a diploma.
 
Certain students are not required to take the college and career readiness assessments administered to all eleventh
(11th) grade students:
1.   students who demonstrate they are remediation-free on the English, math and reading on nationally- recognized assessments prior to the administration of the college and career readiness assessments;
2.   students with significant cognitive disabilities who take an alternative assessment and students with intellectual disabilities outlined in state guidance, and
3.   Limited English proficient students enrolled in United States schools for less than two years for whom no appropriate accommodations are available.
 
Earning a Diploma with Academic Honors
The Diploma with Honors will be awarded to any student who successfully completes the high school CP curriculum, earns 18 points through EOY exams (or tests college-ready on the ACT), and meets all but one of the following requirements, unless it is a minimum graduation requirement:
The student who completes the College Preparatory Curriculum in high school shall meet at least all but one criterion:
1.   Earn four (4) units of English
2.   Earn four (4) units of Mathematics, including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry or equivalent and another
higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content
3.   Earn four (4) units of Science including physics and chemistry
4.   Earn four (4) units of Social Studies (including an honors course)
5.   Earn either three (3) units of one (1) foreign language or two (2) units each of two (2) foreign languages.
6.   Earn 1 unit of Fine Arts
7.   Maintain an overall high school grade-point average of at least 3.5 grade point average (4 point scale) up to
the last grading period of the senior year
8.   Obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT, or an equivalent composite 1210 on the SAT
 
Honors Diploma tracts exist for Career Technical Programs, STEM, Art, and Social Sciences. If students want to be eligible to valedictorian or salutatorian, required documentation for these options must be turned in by the end of
the first semester of their senior year.
 
Valedictorian/Salutatorian
Excellence in academics and scholarship is a goal of the Vinton County High School. We wish to challenge all students to their maximum potential. The following guidelines govern how students earn the honor of being named
valedictorian or salutatorian:
1.   Diploma
Must be able to obtain an Honors Diploma per the guidelines established by the Ohio Department of Education. These guidelines will be delivered to students each year and are available on the ODE website.
2.   Course Load
Must carry no fewer than six (6) credited classes per semester (College Credit Plus classes of 3 semester hours or more will count as a yearlong class).
3.   CP Courses
During the four-year period, must take a total of 20 College Prep/Honors/AP credits that must include at least one AP course.
4.   CCP Courses
Courses taken through College Credit Plus may be submitted for consideration as College Prep courses with the submission of a syllabus to administration to determine alignment to the Vinton
County High School College Prep course standards.
5.   Online Coursework
The use of online coursework for the purpose of fulfilling the College Prep requirement will be prohibited.
6.   Grade Point Average
G.P.A. will be figured to the highest cumulative average to two places right of the decimal point (hundredth value) with no rounding at the end of the second grading period of the senior year.
7.   Enrollment
In order to be considered for Valedictorian/Salutatorian, a student must have attended Vinton
County Local Schools for at least five grading periods prior to the end of the second grading period
of the senior year (at least by the beginning of 2nd grading period of the junior year).
8.   Guidance Meeting
All students who are eligible for Valedictorian and Salutatorian should set up a meeting with guidance at the beginning of each year as well as after the first semester of the senior year to ensure that they are in compliance with all requirements for Valedictorian/Salutatorian. At each meeting they will be required to provide a signature as a means of affirming that they attended a meeting.
Students will be given the requirements for Valedictorian and Salutatorian on a yearly basis. It is the
student’s responsibility to ensure they have satisfied all guidelines.
 

Registration Rules

When students are registering for classes, they must refer to their graduation plan. The goal of Vinton County Schools is to make sure that students are on a path towards success, and we provide many options so each student can find success within their interests and skills. Students will be given the opportunity to select electives their fit their interests and graduation plan. Part of this path to success includes core classes that are required by every student. If there is a conflict in the student’s schedule between a desired elective and a core class, the core class will take precedent. This is to ensure that each students has a strong foundation of knowledge and skills entering their chosen post-secondary plans. Here are our guidelines for registering for classes with Vinton County High School:
 
1.   Student Course Load
There are seven (7) available academic periods.  Students are required to have courses in six (6) of those periods each semester. The only students that can have 5 course credits per semester (the minimum) are those enrolled in Career Connections.
2.   Advisory & Study Halls
Advisory is a one-hour monitored study hall where students will work on homework, projects, missing assignments, and study for upcoming assessments. This time will also be used to address student needs that cannot be easily met in other academic classes, i.e. social emotional learning, digital citizenship, extra end-of-course exam support, etc. Advisory is a graded class. Students will be graded using the “pupil evaluation” guidelines. Because each student will have a  structured  time  to study in their schedule, students are allowed only one study hall in their schedule with permission.
3.   Change of Schedule
Students have one week (5 days in session) into the school year to choose to drop or add classes before it is a withdrawal/failure (W/F). These changes must be brought to the office with a legitimate reason.
4.   Credit by Exam/Credit Flex
Students who are interested in completing a course credit by exam must inform the office within the within the first week of school (5 days in session).
5.   College Athletics Eligibility Rules
Students planning on playing Division I or II must complete the college prep classes required by the NCAA.  Also, college prep classes for the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) are recommended. Check the NCAA/NAIA websites for requirements.
 

Course of Study

All students enrolled in Vinton County High School will decide to follow on of the following programs of study in their graduation plan:
1.   College Preparatory (CP) Program
Prepares students to enter directly into any college or university after graduation. The college prep course of study builds knowledge and skills needed to succeed in life in required general courses, program specific topics, and life on their own. Students will use their graduation plan to determine what electives will best serve their success in these areas.
2.   General Studies Program
Prepares students to enter directly into the workforce or adult education program. The career studies course of study builds knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the line of work they plan to enter after graduation and life on their own. Students will use their graduation plan to determine what electives will best serve their success in these areas.
3.   Buckeye Hills Career-Technical Program
Prepares students to enter directly into the workforce or adult education program. The career studies course of study builds knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the line of work they plan to enter after graduation and life on their own. Students will use their graduation plan to determine what electives will best serve their success in these areas. The majority of these programs are fulfilled at Buckeye Hills Career Center during the student’s junior and senior year.
*Any credits earned in middle school towards graduation will be considered before scheduling in program of study*
 
College Preparatory (CP) Program
 
9th Grade
 
English I CP Algebra II CP Biology I CP World History CP Foreign Language
Physical Education* Focused Electives+
 
10th Grade
 
English II CP Geometry CP Phys Science CP
American History CP Foreign Language Health/PE*
Focused Electives+
11th Grade
 
English III CP Pre-calculus Chemistry I/Bio II US Government CP Foreign Language Focused Electives+
12th Grade
 
English IV CP AP Calculus Chemistry II/Physics Foreign Language Focused Electives+
 
*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.
+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.
Each student will have a graduation plan they will use to identify a CP elective path they want to follow. These students will then use that plan to fill their available electives. It is still recommended to take CP-level courses
outside of their concentration because every university has general requirements outside primary fields of study. If you already know the universities you are targeting, look up their general education requirements to help you pick electives.
 
 
 
General Studies Program
 
9th Grade
 
English I CP Algebra II CP Biology I CP World History CP Foreign Language
Physical Education* Focused Electives+
 
10th Grade
 
English II CP Geometry CP Phys Science CP
American History CP Foreign Language Health/PE*
Focused Electives+
11th Grade
 
English III CP Pre-calculus Chemistry I/Bio II US Government CP Foreign Language Focused Electives+
12th Grade
 
English IV CP AP Calculus Chemistry II/Physics Foreign Language Focused Electives+
 
 
*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.
+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.
Each student will have a graduation plan they will use to identify a career-focused elective path they want to follow. These students will then use that plan to fill their available electives. These classes are built to focus on the skills
needed to succeed entering the workforce or any adult education program following graduation. Students will have the opportunity to sign up for a Career Connections course their senior year to assist in the transition to real world expectations. There are also “Senior-Only” career-tech programs available through Buckeye Hills at VCHS that students can enroll in for their senior year. This would be your career-focused electives for your senior year.
 
 
Buckeye Hills Career Technical Program
 
9th Grade
 
English I
Algebra I Biology I^ World History Health/PE*
Career-Focused Electives+
 
10th Grade
 
English II
Geometry Phys Science American History PE*
Career-Focused Electives+
11th Grade
 
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Program
12th Grade
 
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Program
 
*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.
+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.
^Biology is required for Allied Health
This program is designed to develop a specific set of skills needed for success in the students’ chosen career paths.
 
Career-Tech Pathways by Location
 
 
Vinton County High School
 
  • Agricultural Business
  • Business & Administrative Services
  • Cybersecurity
  • Networking
  • State Tested Nursing Assistant
Buckeye Hills Career Center
 
  • Advanced Robotics Manufacturing Systems
  • Agricultural & Diesel Mechanics
  • Auto Collision Technology
  • Auto Service Technology
  • Building & Grounds Maintenance
  • Building Technologies
  • Computer & Electronic Engineering Tech
  • Cosmetology
  • Criminal Justice
  • Culinary Preparation/ProStart
  • Cybersecurity
  • Diversified Health Occupations (Level I)
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Heating/Ventilation/AC/Plumbing/Electrical
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Patient Care Technician (Level 2)
  • Welding
 
 

Course Descriptions

Advisory

Course: Advisory
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This is a one-hour structured study period that is automatically scheduled into every student’s day. 80% of the
time in the course will be used for learning and using study skills to complete homework, projects, missing assignments, and prepare for assessments. 20% of the time in the course will be used to provide support for end-
of-course exams, ACT prep, assist social emotional learning, hone digital citizenship, and set academic goals.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
 

Agribusiness & Production Systems

Course: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Term: All Year
Grade: 8-12
Credits: 1
 
This is the first course in the Agricultural Education department. They will examine principles of food science,
natural resource management, animal science & management, plant & horticultural science, power technology and bioscience. Students will examine the FFA organization and Supervised Agricultural Experience programs.
Throughout the course, students will develop communication, leadership and business skills essential to the agriculture industry.
 
Prerequisite: None

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 
 
Course: Animal Science (Livestock Selection and Management)
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
 
Students who show interest in production agriculture will benefit from this intensive class on the management
and selection techniques for modern animal production. Students will learn responsible animal management principles and routine husbandry practices in relation to animal welfare and behavior. Learners will identify and
describe the anatomy and physiology of monogastric and ruminant organisms as it applies to nutrition, reproduction and animal health. Learners will also investigate animal genetics and how it impacts principles of
animal improvement, selection and marketing.
This class can be used as a science credit.
 
Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
    
Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 
 
Course: Natural Resources
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
 
Students will learn dendrology and utilize this knowledge to understand forest types, harvesting, and timber
production. Students will learn sustainability, and how timber cutting effects wildlife ecosystems. Students will
also learn to identify wildlife tracks and sign, along with ideal habitat for Ohio wildlife animals. This course will
also offer many opportunities to explore and more greatly understand Vinton County’s thriving timber industry.
This class can be used as a science credit.
 
Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
    
Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 
 
Course: Structural Engineering
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
 
Students will apply principles of engineering and design along with an understanding of the properties and uses of construction materials to buildings and structures used in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources. The course will focus on the study and utilization of wood and lumber, metals, concrete and masonry, pipes and plumbing, and electrical systems. Students will design, plan build and calculate costs-benefits analysis for construction projects while abiding by all building code and safety regulations. *Students will have a lab every other day.
Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
+ 2nd year Ag Class
    
Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 
Course: Structural Engineering II
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
 
Advanced Level Agricultural Mechanics Course, students take skills learned in Structural Engineering and apply
them to more advanced projects with more technical understanding. The course will focus on the study and
utilization of wood and lumber, metals, concrete and masonry, pipes and plumbing, and electrical systems. Students will design, plan build and calculate costs-benefits analysis for construction projects while abiding by all
building code and safety regulations.
 
Prerequisite: Structural Engineering
    
Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 
 
Course: Agricultural Business Management
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
 
Students will examine elements of business, identify organizational structures and apply management skills while
developing business plans, financial reports and strategic goals for new ventures or existing businesses. Learners will use marketing concepts to evaluate the marketing environment and develop a marketing plan with marketing
channels, product approaches, promotion and pricing strategies. Throughout the course, students will apply concepts of ethics and professionalism while implications of business regulations will be identified.
 
Prerequisite: Structural Engineering
    
Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)
 

Business Education

Course: Keyboarding
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
 
This course will focus on keyboarding by touch.   Students will learn multitasking.   Students will learn formatting
to manipulate Microsoft Word to format memos, personal business letters, basic reports, tables and flyers. Students will get an introduction to Microsoft Excel to create basic worksheets, workbooks, and charts. Students
will learn to create presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint and how to use the Internet for educational purposes. This class is a prerequisite for all other computer courses.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: Computer Applications I
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
 
This course is an extension of Keyboarding and will include hands-on application and integration of Microsoft Word (letters, reports, tables, etc.), Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets with formulas, charts, etc.), Microsoft PowerPoint (automatic slide presentations), Internet use, language skills, computer security and privacy, computer ethics, intellectual property rights, and more.
 
Prerequisite: Keyboarding
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: Computer Applications II
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
 
This course will enable students to become competent in computer skills needed to survive in a technology-based world. It will give them background in computer evolution and future technology, with a brief review of
Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Students will be introduced to graphic design using Microsoft Publisher, requiring digitization of photos. Students will learn public speaking techniques and about media storage, while
creating presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint and Prezi. Students will create multimedia projects using
Microsoft Movie Maker and learn how to use an online classroom and Web 2.0 online learning.
 
Prerequisite: Computer Applications I
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
 
Course: Accounting I CP
Term: Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
    
Accounting is the language of business (keeping track of the financial records of a company).  Accounting is a
great career opportunity with lots of income potential.  The complete accounting cycle is learned.  Analyzing, journalizing, posting to ledgers, completing a work sheet, and preparing financial statements are learned and
applied by hands-on application.  Using the computer/software is included as computers are used in “real world”
accounting.  This CP class is recommended for anyone intending to study business, management, medicine, law,
etc., or owning your own business.
 
Prerequisite: Keyboarding
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Business Foundations
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This is the first course and introduces students to specializations within the Business and Administrative Services, Finance, and Marketing career path. Students will obtain knowledge and skills in fundamental business activities. They will be instructed on business processes, economics and business relationships. Students will use technology to synthesize and share business information. Employability skills, leadership and communications and personal financial literacy will be addressed.
Students mastering this course content will be poised to be successful in further business coursework, including dual credit opportunities. Students will take a state career technical attainment assessment (WebXam) at the end
of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public college/university.
This course is a one year course and fulfills the Personal Finance graduation requirement.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Strategic Entrepreneurship
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will use innovation skills to generate ideas for new products and services, evaluate the feasibility of ideas,
and develop a strategy for commercialization. Students will use technology to select target markets, profile target
customers, define the venture’s mission, and create business plans. Students will take initial steps to establish a
business. Students will calculate and forecast costs, break-even, and sales. Establishing brand, setting prices, promoting products, and managing customer relationships will be emphasized.
 
Prerequisite: Business Foundations or Personal Financial Management
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Fundamentals of Business and
Administrative Services
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This is a one year course and the first course specific to the Business and Administrative Services career field. It
introduces students to the specializations offered in Business and Administrative Services. Students will obtain
fundamental knowledge and skills in general management, human resources management, operations management, business informatics and office management. Students will acquire knowledge of business
operations, business relationships, resource management, process management and financial principles. Students will use technological tools and applications to develop business insights.
Students mastering this course content will be poised to be successful in further business coursework, including dual credit opportunities. Students will take a state career technical attainment assessment (WebXam) at the end
of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public
college/university.
 
Prerequisite: Business Foundations
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Digital Marketing and Management
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will apply tools, strategies and processes to communicate digitally with targeted customers. They will
create, implement, and critique online advertising, email marketing, websites, social media, mobile marketing, search-engine optimization, video or images and podcasts/webcasts. Students will apply project management
techniques to guide and control digital communications efforts. They will also create and repurpose content for use in digital environments. Technology, employability skills, leadership and communications will be incorporated
in classroom activities.
Students mastering this course content will be poised to be successful in further business coursework, including dual credit opportunities. Students will take a state career technical attainment assessment (WebXam) at the end
of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public college/university.
 
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Business and Administrative Services
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Career Connections
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
In this course, students investigate how classroom learning translates into marketable skills. Through hands-on
learning and local business involvement, students will engage in career-related experiences to acquire basic skills
in various career fields. This provides students with tangible experiences to begin career decision making. Students will be allowed early-release or late-arrival to earn work and community service hours. Students will be
required to record hours daily. Supervisors with complete evaluations of students’ work.
Prerequisite: Business Foundations or Personal
 
Financial Management
    
Fee: None
 
 

English Language Arts

Course: English I CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
Students in English I College Preparatory will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for
Research (AIR) tests. This class develops critical reading, writing, and high levels of discussion skills. Ohio’s
Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes extensive writing units that focus on the different type
of essays, modern language association formatting, author’s point of view and purpose, well developed attention
grabbers and thesis statements, and effectively writing five paragraph essays. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech,
and grammar will be an on-going part of class work.  Poems, plays, short stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading comprehension skills. Students will also focus on nonfiction readings and informational text.
Classic texts, construct connections, and literary analysis will also be studied
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English I
Term: All Year
Grade: 9    
Credits: 1
 
Students in English I will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.
Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and
literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes an extensive writing unit that focuses on the different type of essays, author’s point of view and purpose, attention grabbers and thesis statements, and
effectively writing five paragraph essays. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar will be an on-going part of class work.  Poems, plays, short stories, informational text, nonfiction readings, and novels will be used to
enhance reading comprehension skills.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English I Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk /students with IEPs.  Students in English I will be focusing on
writing skills necessary to pass American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests. This class develops critical reading,
writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for
informational text, and literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes letter writing, basic research procedures, persuasive essays, writing a good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support thesis
statement and topic sentences. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar will be an on-going part of class work.  Poems, plays, stories and novels will be used to enhance reading skills.  This class will include an
Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: English 9
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
As set forth in the State Core Curriculum, ninth grade English applies strategies for writing instruction as well as
appreciation and understanding of literary, informational and functional text. The course is designed for students with IEPs in English I. Students will develop crucial reading, writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s Learning
Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational context, and literature standards are the framework for the course. The following will be included in their instruction in Writing: letter writing,
basic research procedures, persuasive, expository and narrative essays. Students will be able to write a good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support the thesis statement and topic sentences. In Reading, students will work
daily on vocabulary, spelling, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar. Poems, plays, stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading skills. A novel or outside reading material will be required and students will turn in reading
logs for that reading material each quarter. These items will give the students the necessary skills to pass the
American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: English II Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This class is designed for college-bound sophomores who are highly motivated and seek challenge beyond the CP
level.  Students can expect to work independently and at an advanced pace. Course of study includes reading,
interpreting, and analyzing various genres of literature.  The students will also further develop their writing skills through various writing styles and formats, including the five-paragraph essay and research.  Some emphasis will
be placed on the AIR tests and ACT prep work.  Students may be expected to complete summer reading in preparation for the course work.  Placement into this class will be based on teacher recommendation only.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English II Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This class is designed for college-bound sophomores who are highly motivated and seek challenge beyond the CP
level.  Students can expect to work independently and at an advanced pace. Course of study includes reading,
interpreting, and analyzing various genres of literature.  The students will also further develop their writing skills through various writing styles and formats, including the five-paragraph essay and research.  Some emphasis will
be placed on the AIR tests and ACT prep work.  Students may be expected to complete summer reading in preparation for the course work.  Placement into this class will be based on teacher recommendation only.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English II CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This class develops critical reading, writing, and discussion skills.  Students must acquire skills necessary for
successful performance in college.  There are both in-class and out-of-class writing assignments.  Papers will be required that examine writers and writing styles.  Poetry, short stories, plays, essays, speeches, and novels will be included in classwork.  Research topics and library projects will be introduced. Students in CP are required to read a chosen novel out of class and compose a paper about that book each grading period.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English II
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
Students will have some review of grammar (in relation to writing).  Literature, both fiction and nonfiction, will
be the prime area of study. Research methods will be introduced.  A novel or outside reading assignment will be required, and students will turn in book logs for that reading material each quarter.  Writing skills will revolve
around the five-paragraph paper, including those necessary to successfully complete the AIR tests.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English II Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk/students with IEPs.  Students will have some review of grammar
(in relation to writing).  Literature, both fiction and nonfiction, will be the prime area of study.  Research methods will be introduced. A novel or outside reading assignment will be required. Writing skills will revolve around the
five-paragraph paper including those necessary to successfully complete the AIR tests. This class will include an
Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English 10
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for students with IEPs in English II. As set forth in the State Core Curriculum, tenth grade English applies strategies for writing instruction as well as appreciation and understanding of literary,
informational and functional text. Students will develop crucial reading, writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s
Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature
standards are the framework for this course. The following will be included in the instruction in Writing: letter writing, basic research procedures, persuasive, expository, and narrative essays. Students will be able to write a
good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support the thesis statement and topic sentences. In Reading, students will work daily on vocabulary, spelling, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar. Poems, plays, stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading skills. A novel or outside reading material will be required and students will submit reading logs for that reading material each quarter. These items will give the students the necessary skills to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: English III Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
This class is designed for college bound juniors who are internally motivated and seek challenges beyond the
college-prep level.  Students will work independently and at an advanced pace. This course of study corresponds
with Ohio’s New Learning Standards for college and career readiness by emphasizing advanced reading,
interpretation, and critical analysis of various genres of American Literature. Honors students will also further
develop their writing and researching skills through multi-genre projects and quarterly essays using a variety of writing styles and formats. Emphasis will be placed on ACT vocabulary and test preparation.  Students may be expected to complete summer reading in preparation for the coursework.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English III CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
These college bound students will interpret and analyze American literature. Students will study how literature
has evolved over time, by reflecting on a variety of literary texts including historical documents, novels, plays, short stories, and poetry. A research paper will be required as part of the course of study. Students will be
required to complete at least one independent reading project involving a classic American novel. Writing skills necessary for success in college will be reinforced. ACT and college/career readiness information will be
included. This course will be more rigorous, and will require some outside preparation, including outside reading and writing assignments.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English III
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
This course will focus on the study of American Literature. Skills in grammar, literature, interpretation, and composition will be reinforced. Students will be introduced to basic research skills, and at least one research project will be required during the second nine week grading period. Novels, plays, poetry, short stories, and historical texts will be analyzed as part of the course of study. Career readiness will be emphasized, and occupational information will be included.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English 11
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 11th grade students with IEPs. It is intended to address the benchmarks upon which
the AIR tests are based. Ohio’s Learning Standards of language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for
informational text, and literature standards are the framework of this course.
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
Course: AP English Literature & Composition
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
AP English Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level literary analysis course. Students cultivate
their understanding of literature through reading and analyzing texts as they explore concepts like character, setting, structure, perspective, figurative language, and literary analysis in the context of literary works. An AP
examination will be administered to students who choose to take it at the end of the school year, and credit may be awarded by colleges and/or universities.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English IV CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This class helps students hone their critical reading and writing skills for college. The reading material follows a
historical progression of classical English literature. There will be an intense examination of poetry, plays, stories,
and novels.  Persuasive, comparison, and opinion papers will be designed to help prepare students for future college assignments.  A research paper will be completed. College and career readiness will be explored.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English IV
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This class is geared toward students who are not sure if college is in their future.  Study of grammar is limited to
that which is most helpful in formal speaking and writing situations.   Writing assignments will vary from paragraphs to five paragraph papers.  Focuses will include comparison papers, persuasive papers, and opinion
papers.  Writing skills will include those needed to succeed in different areas of society.  A research project will be required.  The reading material follows a historical progression of classical English literature.  Plays and novels are
also read and analyzed.  College and career readiness will be explored.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $5.00
 
 
Course: English 12
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 12th grade students with IEPs. Ohio’s Learning Standards of language, speaking and
listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature standards are the framework of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Speech
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
Speech class focuses on public speaking emphasizing the skills necessary for the presentation of various kinds of
oral activities. Both preparation and delivery of speeches will be developed. The students participate in a variety of discussions, debates, and oral interpretive activities.  This class is recommended for college bound students.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 

Family & Consumer Sciences

Course: Personal Financial Management
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course meets the financial literacy requirement per Senate Bill 311 for graduation. Students can work
towards earning Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal. In this course, students will develop personal financial plans for individual personal well-being.  Throughout the course, students will develop financial literacy skills to
provide a basis for responsible citizenship and career success.  Additional topics will include analyzing services from financial institutions, consumer protection, investment and risk management. Students will be required to
complete one sewing project, which they will have to purchase.  Students will also prepare healthy, economic meal plans and will participate in food labs.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Personal Financial Management (Emphasis)
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course meets the financial literacy requirement per Senate Bill 311 for graduation. In this course, students
will develop personal financial plans for individual personal well-being.  Throughout the course, students will develop financial literacy skills to provide a basis for responsible citizenship and career success.  Additional topics
will include analyzing services from financial institutions, consumer protection, investment and risk management. Students will be required to complete one sewing project, which they will have to purchase.  Students will also
prepare healthy, economic meal plans and will participate in food labs.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Career and College Readiness
Term: Semester
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5
 
In this course, students will develop effective learning strategies and skills to provide a strong foundation for
successful lifelong learning.  Throughout the course, students will research careers and occupations, review postsecondary admissions qualifications and develop interviewing skills. Additional topics will include principles
and techniques of professionalism, networking, conflict-resolution, negotiation, leadership and entrepreneurship. Students can work towards earning Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Child Development
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
In this course, students will study the principles of child growth, development and behavior.  An emphasis will be
placed on physical, emotional and cognitive development of a child along with sensory and motor skills.
Additional topics will include communicable diseases, childhood diseases, immunizations, and theories of child development, learning styles and evaluating childcare services.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Personal Wellness
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
This course serves as a health credit.  In this course, students will analyze personal physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth for a healthy lifestyle.  An emphasis will be placed on lifespan wellness by managing stress through relaxation, physical activity and sleep. Additional topics will include human growth development, mental health management, personal hygiene and preparing for emergency medical situations. Students will participate in food labs where they will access nutrition, evaluate recipes and learn proper food handling techniques.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Personal Wellness (Emphasis)
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12    
Credits: 0.5
 
This course is designed for 9th - 12th grade students with IEP’s/At Risk. This course serves as a health credit. In
this course, students will analyze personal physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth for a healthy lifestyle. An emphasis will be placed on lifespan wellness by managing stress through relaxation, physical activity and sleep.
Additional topics will include human growth development, mental health management, personal hygiene and preparing for emergency medical situations. Students will participate in food labs where they will access nutrition,
evaluate recipes and learn proper food handling techniques.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Principles of Nutrition and Wellness
Term: Semester
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5
 
In this course, students will use principles of nutrition to ensure a healthy body throughout the lifecycle. An
emphasis will be placed on planning and preparing meals with an understanding of nutrients and their benefits,
portion control and dietary needs.  Additional information will include steroid and supplemental use, body weight and management and the implementation of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: $12.00
 
 
Course: Textile Design, Construction and Maintenance (Clothing Choices I)
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
In this course students will study the visual appearance of fabric and fashion design.  Students will identify,
analyze and apply production processes and techniques to textiles.  Additional topics will include the maintenance and alterations of textile products, including home interior accessories and garments. Students must complete this
course prior to taking Clothing Choices II, III, and IV.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: *Students purchase supplies*
 
 
Course: Clothing Choices II, III and IV
Term: Semester
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5
 
This course is an individualized class designed for intermediate to experienced sewers.  The class will further
investigate textile studies and wardrobe planning.  Students will master sewing techniques and pattern design basics.  Students may elect to schedule this class a maximum of 3 semesters.
 
Prerequisite: Textile Design (Clothing Choices I)
    
Fee: *Students purchase supplies*
 
 
Course: Leadership and Community Engagement
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
In order to take this course, students should have previously taken one of the other courses offered in our
department and member of FCCLA.  In this course, students will analyze interests, aptitudes and skills to prepare
for careers and transition through life.  An emphasis will be placed on work ethics, team building, communication, and leadership skills. Additional topics will include technology etiquette and career planning. Additional volunteer services or community service projects will be required to participate in FCCLA.
 
Prerequisite: 1 FCS Course + FCCLA Member
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 

Fine Arts (Visual Art & Music)

Course: Art I (020012)
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways
that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are
complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Art II (020012)
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways
that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are
complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.
Prerequisite: Art I
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Art III (020012)
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways
that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are
complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.
 
Prerequisite: Art II
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Art IV: Advanced (029902)
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
An advanced course of organized subject matter and experiences in art. Works from different cultures and time periods as well as those created by the students are studied. Students must be highly motivated and create a
portfolio and complete culminating project.
 
Prerequisite: Art III
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Band
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
Students involved will be exposed to a wide range of musical styles while improving skills in performance,
technique, musicality, and musicianship.  The focus of the ensemble is to enhance the educational experience and teach a lifelong skill through the arts.  Participants will grow as musicians, as well as become ambassadors of the
school district to the community.  This ensemble will enhance students academically in mathematics, history, and science through these subjects’ relationship to music.  Participation in a middle school instrumental ensemble is helpful, but not required. Any student participating in the band program is also required to participate in marching band.
 
Prerequisite: MS Ensemble or Teacher Recommendation
 
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Music Theory
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
Students in Music Theory will focus on learning how to read, understand, and evaluate music.  Topics covered
range from note reading, understanding of sound and pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, and musical notation.
Any student interested in music or playing any instrument will benefit from this course.  Upon completion of this
course, students will understand classical as well as contemporary music and will be able to compose simple melodies and provide harmonies for those melodies.  Through the study of Music Theory, students learn many of
the Academic Content Standards for music as set by the Ohio Department of Education.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $13.00
 
 
Course: History of Rock
Term: Semester
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5
 
This course is designed to replace the traditional High School General Music classes of the past.  As much as
“Classical Music” and composers have shaped the face and sounds of music and society, no music has had a
greater impact on the world than Rock and Roll.   Through the study of Rock and Roll, students learn many of the Academic Content Standards for music as set by the Ohio Department of Education.  As with all subject
areas, music content standards are an important aspect of a student’s education.  This class gives us the
opportunity to discuss art, theatre, math, science, language, world culture, as well as Music History. We discuss
the influence which Rock and Roll music has had on other styles of music and how world events influenced this music.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Instrumental Methods
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5
 
Students enrolled in course have a period scheduled into their day in which they may learn a new instrument,
practice their current instrument, hone their music theory/other musical skills, and work with online resources
and technology to deliver coursework. Students have the opportunity to study any wind or percussion instrument, switching quarterly throughout the semester. The course is open to grades 9-12. Students have the opportunity to study any wind instrument (flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium,
tuba), percussion instruments (mallets, drums etc.), or beginning piano, switching quarterly throughout the
semester. Prior experience in music is preferred (experience in band, choir, orchestra or music theory.)
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Mixed Chorus
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This singing group will be open to all students. This group will study a variety of choral music including classical,
sacred, secular and pop music. The group will perform for community functions upon request. They also are the
core group for the annual high school musical.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Director’s Choir
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
The Director's Choir is a select ensemble. Although open to all students, the group is made up of only the more
advanced music students. The choir performs at community functions and sings more difficult music than mixed chorus.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + Audition
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Viking Players Production
Term: Semester
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 0.5 (Crew 0.25)
 
The Viking Players Production in the spring involves many hours of rehearsals that involves performers, lighting and stage crews.  These students will be recommended by the director for time spent in rehearsals and activities involved in the spring play production.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + Audition
    
Fee: None
 
 

Foreign Language

Course: French I CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
Students in English I will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.
Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and
literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes an extensive writing unit that focuses on the different type of essays, author’s point of view and purpose, attention grabbers and thesis statements, and
effectively writing five paragraph essays. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar will be an on-going part of class work.  Poems, plays, short stories, informational text, nonfiction readings, and novels will be used to
enhance reading comprehension skills.
 
Prerequisite: B in English
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: French II CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
Students at this level will be expected to master more complex structures of basic French grammar and
vocabulary in order to strengthen their novice-level proficiency in the language.  Practice and study in reading, writing, speaking and listening skills will continue. Further study of French culture, geography and the culture of Francophone countries will be included.  Comparative projects will also be assigned.  Typically, half of the class will be conducted in French and students will be expected to answer basic questions in the target language.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: French III CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will strive to achieve a novice-intermediate level of proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension.  Students will be expected to master even more advanced levels of French grammar and will be
required to have a sizeable working vocabulary in French.  This course is designed to introduce the final grammar base of the French language.  Specific French cultural issues, such as French history, art and literature, will be included in the curriculum. In addition, students will research the francophone world as a whole.   A majority of the class will be conducted in French.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: French IV CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Students at this level will be expected to master advanced concepts of French grammar and will be required to have an extensive vocabulary base.  It is expected that students will perfect novice-superior skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension.  Students should be prepared to communicate in French in this class and complete a large amount of independent reading and writing.  This course will provide a review of grammar, but will focus largely on literature and current event comprehension and analysis in the target language.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Spanish I CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-11
Credits: 1
 
This course is an introduction to Spanish.  In this first year course, emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental
Spanish vocabulary and grammar in order to achieve novice-level proficiency in writing, reading, speaking and listening comprehension.  The cultural and geographical aspects of Spanish-speaking countries will be introduced. Students are expected to complete various projects, daily assignments and participate in the learning process.
Daily diligent study, organization, motivation and preparation are a must for success.
 
Prerequisite: B in English
    
Fee: $22.00
 
 
Course: Spanish II CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is a continuation of Spanish I CP: the study of the structure of the language is continued and
advanced with the mastery of a more diverse vocabulary for different situations in order to strengthen their novice-level proficiency in the language.  There is a constant review of previously mastered materials from
Spanish I.  More in-depth research of the Spanish-speaking world will be included and the use of target language will increase. Students will be expected to use the target language in class as much as possible.  This course is
necessary for those who plan to continue their study of Spanish.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $22.00
 
 
Course: Spanish III CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is an accelerated review and continuation of material introduced in Spanish I & II.  Strengthening and
refinement of listening, speaking, writing, and reading comprehension skills are emphasized and advanced grammar is introduced in order to achieve a novice-intermediate level of proficiency.  Structured composition is also developed.  The majority of this class will be conducted in the target language.  There will be an emphasis on specific cultural issues of the Spanish-speaking world.  Students will be completing various projects that will connect with the Spanish-speaking world around them.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $22.00
 
 
Course: Spanish IV CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This course is a continuation of Spanish I, II, and III CP and is designed to strengthen aural/oral skills, reading
comprehension, advanced composition and conversation in order to perfect novice-intermediate/ high level of proficiency.  There will be an emphasis on the culture and literature of Spain and selected Spanish-speaking
countries around the world. In addition, students will participate in debates and discussions on current events pertaining to Spanish-speaking countries in the target language. We will also be researching and learning about the geography, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will be required to use the target language the majority of the time.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Spanish V CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This course is a continuation of Spanish I, II, III, & IV CP and is designed to strengthen aural/oral skills, reading
comprehension, advanced composition and conversation in order to perfect novice-intermediate/ high level of proficiency.  There will be an emphasis on the culture and literature of Spain and selected Spanish-speaking
countries around the world. In addition, students will participate in debates and discussions on current events pertaining to Spanish-speaking countries in the target language. We will also be researching and learning about the
geography, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will be required to use the target language the majority of the time.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 

Information Technology

Course: Information Technology: Computers and the Internet
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This first course in the IT career field is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of computer
concepts and essential skills necessary for work and communication in today’s society. Students will learn safety,
security, and ethical issues in computing and social networking. Students will also learn about input/output systems, computer hardware and operating systems, and office applications.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Computer Hardware: PC Troubleshooting and Repair
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will learn to install, repair, and troubleshoot computer hardware systems. They will perform preventative
maintenance practices and learn techniques for maintaining computer hardware security. Communication skills and professionalism in troubleshooting situations will be emphasized.
 
Prerequisite: Information Technology (before or with)
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Networking: How the Internet Works
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware and peripherals. Students will learn networking by exploring the OSI model, network topologies, and cabling. Students will design simple networks,
know how to select physical devices, and be able to configure the equipment. Knowledge and skills relating to the operation and usage of network protocols will be developed.
 
Prerequisite: Information Technology (before or with)
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Network Security: How to Detect and Avoid being hacked
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware and peripherals. Students will learn
networking by exploring the OSI model, network topologies, and cabling. Students will design simple networks,
know how to select physical devices, and be able to configure the equipment. Knowledge and skills relating to the operation and usage of network protocols will be developed.
 
Prerequisite: Information Technology + Networking or Computer Hardware
    
Fee:
 
 
Course: Mobile Applications: Programming Android Apps
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
Students will learn to program applications for Android phones and tablets as well as basic programming
concepts. Students will also learn the basic Robotics programming by using Lego Mindstorm kits as well as
writing programs to control robots through the Bluetooth on android cell phones and tablets. There is no prerequisite for this class, however students should know how to use a computer and have basic keyboarding
skills.
 
Prerequisite: Information Technology + Networking or Computer Hardware

Fee:
 
 

Mathematics

Course: Algebra I CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for the college-bound student who has satisfactorily completed a pre-algebra course or
equivalent and has a strong foundation in basic skills (multiplying, dividing, fractions, decimals, and integers). Students in Algebra I will focus on skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning
Standards for (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the
Mathematical Practice Standards, are the framework for this course. Students will deepen and extend their
understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will also engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using
quadratic functions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Algebra I
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This is a non-college preparatory course. Students in Algebra I will focus on skills necessary to pass the state
mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning Standards for (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions,
and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice Standards, are the framework for this
course. Students will deepen and extend their understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will also engage in
methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Algebra I Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk students/students with IEPs. Students in Algebra I will focus on
skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning Standards for (a) number and
quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice
Standards, are the framework for this course. This course will explore simplifying expressions, solving equations, graphing linear equations, and if time allows, students will also look at quadratics and exponential functions. This
class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in the class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: EOC Math Remediation
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is required for those students who scored less than 4 cumulative points on their Algebra I and Geometry End of Course Exams but passed their Algebra I and Geometry courses. The course will focus on all five Ohio’s Learning Standards for Algebra I and Geometry. Student progress will be assessed frequently and course content will be differentiated to student need using the PLATO online learning platform. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation/non-competency scores on Algebra/Geometry EOCs
 
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Math 9 (Algebra)
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This class is designed for the 9th grade students with IEPs. This course is intended to address the Ohio’s
Learning Standards on which the state mandated end of year exam is based. We will be covering standards from the Number and Quantity standards, the Algebra standards, the Functions standards, and the mathematical
processes. This course includes simplifying expressions, solving equations, graphing linear equations, and if time allows, students will also look at quadratics and exponential functions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Geometry CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-10
Credits: 1
 
The study of plane figures such as triangle, squares, and other polygons.  The student will use logical thinking while developing new ideas about plane figures.  A basic understanding of algebraic concepts is necessary for
success in this course.  This course may be taken in conjunction with Algebra II CP (only with teacher recommendation).
 
Prerequisite: Algebra I + Competency score on EOC
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Geometry
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for those students who are not planning to follow the college-preparatory math sequence or are not yet prepared for Geometry CP. Students in Geometry will focus on skills necessary to pass the state
mandated end of year exam. The Mathematical Practice Standards are the framework for this course. Students will explore complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving
towards formal mathematical arguments. Transformations are emphasized.
 
Prerequisite: Algebra I + Competency score on EOC or completed Algebra I and Algebra EOC Course
 
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Geometry Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk students/students with IEPs. Students in Geometry will focus on
skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. The Mathematical Practice Standards are the framework for this course. Students will explore complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of
geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Transformations are emphasized. This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students
participating in this class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Math 10 (Geometry)
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade students with IEPs. This course is designed for those students who are not
planning to follow the college-preparatory math sequence or are not yet prepared for Geometry CP. This course
is intended to address Ohio’s Learning Standards on which the state mandated end of year exam is based.  It is
intended as a further exploration of Number and Quantity standards, the Algebra standards, the Functions standards, and the mathematical processes as well as Measurement and Geometry.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Algebra II CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
Algebra II CP is a college preparatory course. Students in Algebra II CP will focus on the following of Ohio’s
Learning Standards: (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice Standards. Building on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions,
students will extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational expressions, and radical functions. Students work closely with expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone
their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. This course may be taken
in conjunction with Geometry CP in the sophomore year with teacher permission.
 
Prerequisite: Algebra I + competency score on Algebra EOC
 
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Algebra II
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Algebra II is appropriate for students who have passed the EOCs and have taken Algebra I and Geometry. Aided by the TI-84+ calculator, Algebra II will pull together concepts from previous math classes and focus on applying
math to real-life situations. Topics include:  a) basic arithmetic, (b) operations with expressions, (c) solving equations, (d) functions, (e) mathematical modeling, (f) statistics, and (g) ACT prep.
 
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, & competency score on math EOCs
 
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Math 11 (Algebra II)
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 11th grade students with IEPs. The course will concentrate on all five content and
process standards; specific grade level indicators and benchmarks will be assessed frequently to find students’ specific areas of weakness and progress being made. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Math 12
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 12th grade students with IEPs. This course will concentrate on all five content and
process standards; specific grade level indicators and benchmarks will be assessed frequently to find students’
specific areas of weakness and progress being made. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Personal Finance
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
In this class students will develop an introductory understanding of various terms, concepts, and skills related to
personal finance in a simulation, role-play experiential learning environment called Society X. Topics include:
earning money; banking and investing; budgeting; food, clothes, and entertainment; insurance; cars; taxes; and
housing. The course curriculum objectives are based on Ohio’s Financial Literacy Standards. This course is
offered as an option for those students who have passed the Math EOCs.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + competency score on math EOCs
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: College Math
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
The content of this course is designed to ready a college-bound student for an entry-level college math class.
Focus will be on basic math concepts, algebra and geometry.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + competency score on math EOCs
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Pre-Calculus Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This is a college preparatory specialized course for advanced mathematics students who plan to major in sciences or mathematics.  Topics include two- and three-dimensional analytic geometry; the complex number system and
its connection to vectors; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, matrix operations and applications; the natural exponential and logarithmic functions and their operations and relationship; parametric equations
simulating motion; use of the polar coordinate system and its equations; inverse trigonometric expressions and equations.
 
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, + competency score on math EOCs
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: AP Calculus AB
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
An advanced placement course in calculus is comparable to the first and portions of the second calculus courses
in colleges and universities. The course explores limits and continuity, differentiation, and integration. Students taking the AP course may seek credit or placement from these institutions of higher learning, dependent upon
results of the national AP exam given in early May of each year.   Students will be given percentage grades for this class.
 
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Transition Math
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th-12th grade IEP students taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is intended to
address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio Extended
Mathematics Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 

Physical Education

Course: General PE 9
Term: Semester
Grade: 9
Credits: 0.25
 
This course incorporates fundamental motor skills, body control and balance, physical fitness, leisure sports and
games skills, cognitive skills, as well as stress management skills. Every student is required to take 2 semesters of
PE for high school credit. If a student has participated in 2 seasons of athletics, band, and/or show choir, they
may turn in a PE waiver form to remove PE from their required course load.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: General PE 10
Term: Semester
Grade: 10
Credits: 0.25
 
This course incorporates fundamental motor skills, body control and balance, physical fitness, leisure sports and
games skills, cognitive skills, as well as stress management skills. Every student is required to take 2 semesters of PE for high school credit. If a student has participated in 2 seasons of athletics, band, and/or show choir, they may turn in a PE waiver form to remove PE from their required course load.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Physical Fitness
Term: Semester
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5
 
This course will revolve around physical fitness, emphasizing strength training and the study of various other
topics that affect fitness and athletic performance.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + B in PE
    
Fee:
 
 

Science

Course: Biology I
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
Students in Biology I Basic will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR)
test.  Ohio’s Learning Standards for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes,
heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 1-3 on AIR
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Biology I Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th  grade At-Risk/students with IEPs.  Students in Biology I Basic will be focusing on
skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test.  Ohio’s Learning Standards for Biology,
including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.  This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation/IEP
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Integrated Biology 9
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th grade students with IEPs.  This is an adapted Basic Biology course, which is an
introduction to Biology, the study of living things. This course will address the Ohio State Standards Benchmarks for life science. The topics include: cell structures, cell processes, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Biology I CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Biology I College
Preparatory will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test.  Ohio’s
Learning Standards for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 4-5 on AIR
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Biology I Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Biology I Honors will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test.  Ohio’s Learning Standards
for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 5 on AIR
    
Fee:$15.00
 
 
Course: Physical Science
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This class is an introduction to basic principles of physical science.  This course will address the Ohio State
Standards Benchmarks for physical science.  The topics will include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Physical Science Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk/students with IEPs.  This course will address the Ohio State
Standards Benchmarks for physical science.  This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Integrated Physical Science 10
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade students with IEPs. This is an adapted Physical Science course, which is an
introduction to basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio State Standards
Benchmarks for physical science. The topics will include forces of nature, laws of motion and matter.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Physical Science CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This class is a more advanced level of the basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio
State Standards Benchmarks for physical science.  The topics include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter.
Recommended for college bound students.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Physical Science Honors
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. This class is a more advanced level
of the basic principles of physical science.  This course will address the Ohio State Standards Benchmarks for physical science.  The topics include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter. Recommended for college bound students.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Biology EOC Prep
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is required for those students who scored a 1 on the Biology I End of Course Exam but passed their
Biology course.
 
Prerequisite: 1 on Biology EOC Exam
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Environmental Studies
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
An introduction to ecology and environmental studies including how soil, water and air quality affect and interact
with living things and how humans impact the environment.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Earth Science
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
An introductory high school Earth Science course for juniors and seniors. This will complete a high school study
of three natural sciences: biology, physical, and earth sciences. The course involves students by challenging them with scientific investigation and questions pertaining to the investigations.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Biology II
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This life science course is a continuation of Biology I CP.  Topics include anatomy and physiology of higher
animals, genetics, and microbiology.  Ohio State Standards for grades 11and 12 life science benchmarks will be addressed.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Astronomy
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Introductory astronomy will include the study of light and its relationship to a telescope, the solar system and its
planetary and non-planetary members, stars and their life sequence and star gazing.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Integrated Environmental Science
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 11th/12th grade students with IEPs. This is an adapted Environmental Science
course, which is an introduction to basic principles of environmental science. Environmental science incorporates biology, chemistry, physics and physical geology and introduces students to key concepts, principles and theories
within environmental science.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Chemistry I
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
An introductory study of the elements that compose matter.  The student will acquire a useful knowledge of an
atom, compounds and chemical reactions. Chemical theory and mathematical computations are stressed.  Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed.  Laboratory experiments demonstrate practical applications of learned principles. Recommended for college- bound students.
 
Prerequisite: C in Algebra
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Chemistry II
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This course will utilize learned knowledge from Chemistry I for a detailed study of solutions, organic chemistry
and some qualitative study. The lab work will strengthen the student’s practical skills for future study.
Recommended for college bound students. Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Physics
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
A complete study of motion, energy, heat, electricity and light.  A mathematically based interpretation of these topics is discussed. This will help the student apply his knowledge of Algebra and Trigonometry and yet further his understanding in the field of mathematics as well as physics. Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed. Recommended for the college bound student.
 
Prerequisite: Algebra II
    
Fee: $10.00
 
 
Course: Physical Geology CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
Physical geology is a high school level course that incorporates physical science and life science to introduce
students to key concepts, principles and theories within geology.  Students engage in investigations to understand and explain the behavior of nature in a variety of inquiry and design scenarios that incorporate scientific
reasoning, analysis, communications skills and real-world applications.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Anatomy & Physiology
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Human Anatomy and
Physiology will be continuing their life science studies. Ohio’s Learning Standards for Anatomy and Physiology
are the framework for this course. The course will require students to be active participants in hands-on dissections and will be expected to demonstrate knowledge on tests, quizzes and lab practicums.
 
Prerequisite: 3+ Bio EOC, C in Bio, and Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: $15.00
 
 
Course: Transition Science
Term: All Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th-12th grade students with IEPs taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is
intended to address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio
Extended Science Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 

Social Studies

Course: Modern World History CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course examines world events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and
industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed
empires, the ideas that led to independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary
and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.
 
Prerequisite: MS Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Modern World History
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course examines world events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and
industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed
empires, the ideas that led to independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary
and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Modern World History Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs. This course examines world
events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to
independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Modern World History 9
Term: All Year
Grade: 9
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th grade students with IEPs. This course examines world events from 1600 to the
present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to independence movements
and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American History CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course examines the history of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic
has withstood challenges to its national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American History
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course examines the history of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic
has withstood challenges to its national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow.
Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course.
The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and
analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American History Emphasis
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs. This course examines the history
of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic has withstood challenges to its
national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events
came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and
secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American History 10
Term: All Year
Grade: 10
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for students with IEP’s.  This course examines the history of the United States of
America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic has withstood challenges to its national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today
and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Government CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the basis for the United States of America and how the
American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact
issues addressed by governments through service learning and senior projects. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Government
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the basis for the United States of America and how the
American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact
issues addressed by governments through service learning and senior projects.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Government 11
Term: All Year
Grade: 11
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 11th grade IEP students. Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the
basis for the United States of America and how the American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact issues addressed by governments through service learning
and senior projects.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Contemporary World Issues CP
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
The dynamics of global interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These
dynamics include: competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation.
Contemporary issues have political, economic, social, historic and geographic components. Approaches to addressing global and regional issues reflect historical influences and multiple perspectives. Students can impact global issues through service learning and senior projects. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Contemporary World Issues
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
The dynamics of global interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These
dynamics include: competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation.
Contemporary issues have political, economic, social, historic and geographic components. Approaches to addressing global and regional issues reflect historical influences and multiple perspectives. Students can impact
global issues through service learning and senior projects.
 
Prerequisite: None
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Contemporary World Issues 12
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
This class is designed for 12th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs.  The dynamics of global
interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These dynamics include:
competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation. Contemporary issues have
political, economic, social, historic and geographic components. Approaches to addressing global and regional issues reflect historical influences and multiple perspectives. Students can impact global issues through service
learning and senior projects.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Honors Human Geography
Term: All Year
Grade: 12
Credits: 1
 
Explore how humans have understood, used, and changed the surface of Earth. You’ll use the tools and thinking
processes of geographers to examine patterns of human population, migration, and land use.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Psychology/Sociology
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This class is a detailed study of human behavior and social settings that influence that behavior.  Students will
explore modern theories of psychology, leading psychologists, and their theories.  Students will also study the scientific investigative process as well as the biology of the nervous and endocrine systems.  Students will be
expected to write essays, do research and work on group activities.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Civil War Era History
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course will examine the causes leading up to the American Civil War, wartime years, and the five years
following the war. Topics will include secession, battles, leaders, events, political doctrine, legislation and the early
Reconstruction period.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: World Geography
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course builds on students’ understanding of geography and spatial thinking. Contemporary issues are
explored through the lens of geography. In addition to understanding where physical and cultural features are located and why those features are located as they are, students examine the implications of these spatial
arrangements.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Military History
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course will explore the development of the American Military beginning with the French and Indian War. It
will examine the formation and development of the branches of the United States Military. This will include changes in uniforms, technology, and basic tactics. Topics will include the French and Indian War, Revolutionary
War, War of 1812, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, and the Current Gulf/Afghanistan conflicts.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Military History
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course will explore the development of the American Military beginning with the French and Indian War. It
will examine the formation and development of the branches of the United States Military. This will include
changes in uniforms, technology, and basic tactics. Topics will include the French and Indian War, Revolutionary
War, War of 1812, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada,
Panama, and the Current Gulf/Afghanistan conflicts.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Ohio History
Term: All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1
 
This course will provide students with an overview of Ohio History. Students will learn of the Ohio region from
the Northwest Territory period to the present. Topics to be covered will include the political, geographical, economic, and religious history of Ohio. This course will focus on the development of the State of Ohio, and also focus on the local region of Southern Ohio.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: The History of American Popular Culture
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
This course will examine the impact of popular culture in the United States. Students will analyze how popular culture impacts society.  Each unit will include a brief overview of the significant historical developments of the time period.  We will then examine the popular cultural developments that coincided with the historical events. Mass media, music, literature, film, radio, television, sports, fashion and advertising will be some of the focus areas for study.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American History EOC Exam Prep
Term: Semester
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 0.5
 
Class focuses on improving individual scores on the End of Course Exam. Students who receive a 1 on the
American History EOY exam will be the focus of this course.
 
Prerequisite: 1 on Am. History EOC Exam
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: American Gov’t EOC Exam Prep
Term: Semester
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 0.5
 
Class focuses on improving individual scores on the End of Course Exam. Students who receive a 1 on
Government EOY exam will be the focus of this course.
 
Prerequisite: 1 on American Gov’t EOC Exam
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Transition Social Studies
Term: Year
Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1
 
This course is designed for 9th-12th grade students with IEPs taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is
intended to address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio
Extended Social Studies Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 

Work Study/Peer Tutoring

Course: Work Study
Term: Semester/All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 0.5/1
 
This course is designed for any junior or senior with an IEP (some sophomores may participated with instructor
permission – credit only). The goal of the work-study class program is to introduce the student to the world of work and to experience real life situations that occur in the work world today. Seniors may earn up to 5 credits
per school year while juniors may only earn up to 3 credits per school year. Juniors and seniors must agree to work at various school and/or community sites for credit and $3.00 per class period. Students agree to log their
hours worked, get their job supervisors initials daily on their time sheet and complete journals that they will turn in every 2 weeks. Participants are required to deposit 30% of their paycheck each pay period into an individual
savings account at the Vinton County Bank. The amount required to deposit may be change any time at the
teacher’s discretion. Students will also be required to attend and complete specialized instructional programming
that highlights needed transition skills via class or individualized setting.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Viking Success Peer
Term: Semester/All Year
Grade: 10-12
Credits: 0.5/1
 
The Viking Success Peer program will allow students to have the opportunity to help others succeed while
sharpening their own academic and social skills. This course is housed in the special education department and is designed to offer a learning experience for disabled and non-disabled students. The Viking Success Peer will
support a diverse population of learners with and without disabilities during their time in the Academic Success
Room (ASR). The Viking Success Peer will be required to participate in a training session, complete a reflection
paper which will be due at the conclusion of the class and keep a daily attendance/activity log.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 
 
Course: Viking Academic Peer
Term: All Year
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1
 
The Viking Academic Peer program is designed to provide an extended experience for students who may be
interested in a teacher career or a career working with people with disabilities. This course is housed in the special education department and is designed to offer a peer social experience for disabled and non-disabled students.
Goals of the program include learning about disabilities, diversity and acceptance. Viking Academic Peer will model the virtues and attributes of friendship to their peers by assisting and supporting them academically and
socially within their education classes. This support may include but is not limited to helping with assignments, participation in class and completing daily duties. Additionally, Viking Academic Peer will maintain a social
connection to their partner peers outside of the classroom setting. The Viking Academic Peer will be required to participate in a training session, complete a reflection paper which will be due at the conclusion of the class and
keep a daily attendance/activity log.
 
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
    
Fee: None
 

Course Numbers

Advisory
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
TBA Advisory 9-12 Year 1
 
 
Agribusiness & Production Systems
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
850 AFNR 9-12 Year 1
856 AgBus Mgmt 12 Year 1
851 Animal Sci 10-12 Year 1
852 Nat Resources 10-12 Year 1
854 Structural Eng 11-12 Year 1
855 Structural Eng II 12 Year 1
 
Business Education
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
524 Accounting I 10-12 Year 1
512 Business Foud 9-12 Year 1
TBA Career Connect 12 Year 1
514 Comp App I (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
520 Comp App II (.5) 10-12 Semester .5
503 Digital Market 11-12 Year 1
513 Fund of Business 10-12 Year 1
510 Keyboarding (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
529 Strat Entrep 10-12 Year 1

English Language Arts
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
143 Ap Lit & Comp 12 Year 1
106 Eng 10 10 Year 1
109 Eng 11 11 Year 1
110 Eng 12 12 Year 1
105 Eng 9 9 Year 1
113 Eng I 9 Year 1
114 Eng I CP 9 Year 1
107 Eng I Emph 9 Year 1
122 Eng II 10 Year 1
123 Eng II CP 10 Year 1
108 Eng II Emph 10 Year 1
127 Eng II Honors 10 Year 1
131 Eng III 11 Year 1
132 Eng III CP 11 Year 1
134 Eng III Emph 11 Year 1
133 Eng III Honors 11 Year 1
142 Eng IV 12 Year 1
143 Eng IV CP 12 Year 1
104 Ext Read Skills 9-12 Year 1
137 Newspaper 10-12 Year 1
102 PS Trans/PF 9-12 Year 1
TBA Speech 10-12 Year 1
103 Trans Eng 9-12 Year 1
135 Yearbook 10-12 Year 1

Family & Consumer Sciences
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
606 Car & Col Read 10-12 Semester .5
632 Child Dev 9-12 Semester .5
639 Clothing Choices II - IV 10-12 Semester .5
640 Lead & Comm 10-12 Year 1
638 Pers Fin Man 10-12 Year 1
638E Pers Fin Man Emph 10-12 Year 1
605 Pers Wellness (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
605B Pers Wellness Emph (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
604 Prin of Nut & Well (.5) 10-12 Semester .5
637 Textile Des (Cloth I) (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
 
Fine Arts (Visual Art & Music)
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
820 Art I 9-12 Year 1
821 Art II 10-12 Year 1
822 Art III 11-12 Year 1
827 Art IV 12 Year 1
813 Band 9-12 Year 1
811 Director's Choir 9-12 Year 1
818 Hist of Rock (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
810 Mixed Chorus 9-12 Year 1
817 Music Theory 9-12 Year 1
816 Viking Players (.5) 9-12 Semester .5
TBA Instrumental Methods 9-12 Semester .5

Foreign Languages
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
712 French I CP 9-11 Year 1
722 French II CP 9-12 Year 1
732 French III CP 10-12 Year 1
742 French IV CP 11-12 Year 1
711 Spanish I CP 9-11 Year 1
721 Spanish II CP 9-12 Year 1
731 Spanish III CP 10-12 Year 1
741 Spanish IV CP 11-12 Year 1
751 Spanish V CP 12 Year 1
 
Information Technology
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
525 Comp Hardware 10-12 Year 1
526 IT: Comp & Inter 10-12 Year 1
533 Mobile Apps 9-12 Year 1
530 Net Security 11-12 Year 1
528 Networking 9-12 Year 1
 
Mathematics
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
215 Alg I 9 Year 1
216 Alg I CP 9-12 Year 1
235 Alg II 11-12 Year 1
223 Alg II CP 9-12 Year 1
242 AP Calc 12 Year 1
230 College Math 12 Year 1
226 EOC Math 11-12 Year 1
225 Geom 10-12 Year 1
224 Geom CP 9-10 Year 1
208 Geom Emph 10-12 Year 1
202 Math 10 (Geom) 10 Year 1
204 Math 11 (Alg II) 11 Year 1
205 Math 12 12 Year 1
201 Math 9 (Alg) 9 Year 1
238 Pers Fin (Math) 11-12 Year 1
240 Pre-Calc Honors 11-12 Year 1
203 Trans Math 9-12 Year 1
 
Physical Education
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
9101 Gen PE 9 (.25) 9 Semester .25
9101 Gen PE 10 (.25) 10 Semester .25
9104 Phys Fit (.5) 10-12 Semester .25

Science
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
325 Astronomy 10-12 Year 1
309 Bio I 9 Year 1
315 Bio I CP 9 Year 1
307 Bio I Emph 9 Year 1
316 Bio I Honors 9 Year 1
323 Bio II 10-12 Year 1
331 Chem I 11-12 Year 1
341 Chem II 12 Year 1
348 Earth Sci 11-12 Year 1
311 Env Stud 11-12 Year 1
301 Int Bio 9 9 Year 1
303 Int Env Sci 11-12 Year 1
302 Int Phys Sci 10 10 Year 1
347 Phys Geology 10-12 Year 1
310 Phys Sci 10 Year 1
308 Phys Sci CP 10 Year 1
306 Phys Sci Emph 10 Year 1
305 Phys Sci Honors 10 Year 1
342 Physics 12 Year 1
300 Trans Sci 9-12 Year 1
323 Anatomy & Physiology 11-12 Year 1

Social Studies
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
441 Am Govt 11 Year 1
44 Am Govt 11 11 Year 1
442 Am Govt CP 11 Year 1
415 Am Hist 10 Year 1
42 Am Hist 10 10 Year 1
416 Am Hist CP 10 Year 1
408 Am Hist Emph 10 Year 1
421 Am Military Hist 10-12 Year 1
411 Civil War 10-12 Year 1
417 Cont WI 12 Year 1
423 Hist of Pop Cult 11-12 Year 1
424 Honors H. Geo 12 Year 1
413 Mod WH 9 Year 1
401 Mod WH 9 9 Year 1
414 Mod WH CP 9 Year 1
407 Mod WH Emph 9 Year 1
422 Ohio Hist 10-12 Year 1
446 Psych/Soc 11-12 Year 1
400 Trans Soc Stud 9-12 Year 1
420 World Geo 10-12 Year 1
 
Work Study & Peer Tutoring
Course No. Course Name Grade Term Credits
930 Viking Academic Peer 11-12 Semester/Year .5/1
929B/929 Viking Success Peer 10-12 Semester/Year .5/1
927B/927 Work Study 11-12 Semester/Year .5/1