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Seneca High SchoolRegistration Guide
2011-2012
Registration Guide
Table of ContentsRegistration Process..................................................................................................................... 2Definition of Terms..................................................................................................................... 3Criteria for Courses to be Taught................................................................................................. 3Student Health Requirements....................................................................................................... 3Grades......................................................................................................................................... 4Report Cards and Progress Reports.............................................................................................. 4Special Services........................................................................................................................... 4Graduation Requirements............................................................................................................. 5Suggested Program of Study - College Prep................................................................................6Suggested Program of Study - Career and Technical Education...................................................7Suggested Program of Study - General Education........................................................................8Registration Form........................................................................................................................ 9High School Planning Sheet....................................................................................................... 11English Curriculum.................................................................................................................... 12Foreign Language Curriculum................................................................................................... 16Math Curriculum....................................................................................................................... 17Science Curriculum.................................................................................................................... 20Social Science Curriculum......................................................................................................... 23Family and Consumer Science Curriculum................................................................................25Health Occupations Curriculum................................................................................................. 27Business Curriculum.................................................................................................................. 28Art Curriculum.......................................................................................................................... 30Music Curriculum...................................................................................................................... 31Agriculture Curriculum.............................................................................................................. 32Auto Mechanics Curriculum...................................................................................................... 34Industrial Technology Curriculum............................................................................................. 35Physical Education/Health Curriculum......................................................................................38Illinois Valley Community College............................................................................................ 40Summer School Classes............................................................................................................. 41Driver's Education Policy.......................................................................................................... 42Co-Curricular Acitvities............................................................................................................. 43
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Registration ProcessThis registration guide is for students and parents. Each year students should seriously consider their educational and career goals and develop a program of study to work toward them. In planning for the school year, students and parents should consider:
1. Do the courses meet graduation requirements?2. Do the courses meet the student’s needs for anticipated college or career
choices.3. Do the courses match the student’s ability and expand or develop his/her
interests?
This registration guide will help students and parents plan a high school program based on these selected goals.
Parents are requested to be actively involved with their student in selecting an appropriate program of courses for the coming year by:
1. Reading and discussing this registration guide with their student.2. Reviewing the progress reports and student report cards.3. Discussing appropriate course selection with the student’s current teachers and counselor.
Students will meet with a counselor in an individual conference to review their choice of subjects and complete registration. All students must register each semester for 8 courses.
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Definition of TermsA CREDIT is the measure of school achievement. A student receives one-half unit of credit for successful completion of the work in a course that meets for a minimum of one period alternating daily for one semester. A student receives one unit of credit for successful completion of work in a course that meets for one period alternating daily for a full year. When a student moves into STHS district from another school, the guidance counselors will evaluate the units of credit transferred in and determine what units are needed for the student to meet the District 160 graduation requirements.
A PREREQUISITE is a course or condition which a student must complete or meet before the course may be taken.
A REQUIRED COURSE is a course which a student must successfully complete in order to earn a District 160 diploma.
An ELECTIVE COURSE is a course which a student may choose to take to earn a District 160 diploma.
Criteria for Courses to be TaughtSeneca Township High School has an extensive curriculum with many courses being offered to meet the varying ability and interest levels of the students. The fact that a course is listed in this guide does not mean it will necessarily be taught. Due to a low enrollment in a class, it may be necessary to cancel that class.
Student Health Requirements1. A ninth grade student or a student transferring to STHS from another state or country who is enrolled on the first day of the school year must have on file a record of his/her physical examination conducted within one year and updated (current) immunization record. Failure to comply by October 15 of that school year will result in the student being excluded from STHS until the health requirement is fulfilled.
2. A ninth grade student or a student transferring to STHS from another state or country must have on file within 20 school days, a record of his/her physical examination conducted within one year and an updated (current) immunization record. Failure to comply within this time period will result in the student being excluded from school until the health requirement is fulfilled.
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GradesSubject achievement grades and current grade point averages are reported to the parents or guardians at the end of each grading period and at the end of each semester (18 weeks). Subject achievements are reported as letter grades and grade point averages are reported as numerical points.
The equivalence method is used to convert letter grades into numerical points for grade point average.
LETTER GRADES NUMERICAL POINTSA 4B 3C 2D 1F 0
Report Cards and Progress ReportsProgress reports and report cards are no longer mailed to the home. A hard copy of the 1st quarter report card will be handed out at parent/teacher conferences in October. All other progress grades and report card grades will be available on-line using the PowerSchool Parent portal and a ConnectEd phone call will be sent home asking parents to access their students’ grades. Hard copies of report cards and progress reports will be sent upon request.
Special ServicesSeneca Township High School is a member of the LaSalle County Special Education Cooperative which was formed to provide quality educational experiences for our special need students. Students who qualify for these services are provided with a range of classes that are determined at the student’s staffing. Questions and concerns may be directed to our guidance counselors or Dan Manullang, special education coordinator.
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Graduation Requirements for Seneca Township High School
Twenty-four (24) units of credit are required to graduate from Seneca Township High School. Required courses for graduation are:
SUBJECTS UNITS OF CREDITSEnglish 3.5 (7 semesters)
Public Speaking 0.5 (1 semester)Mathematics 3.0 (6 semester)
Science 2.0 (4 semesters) 1 unit in life science 1 unit in physical scienceSocial Science 1.0 (2 semesters)U.S. History (required) 1.0 (2 semesters)American Government 0.5 (1 semester) (Student must receive a passing grade on both the Illinois Constitution and U.S. Constitution test)Economics 0.5 (1 semester)Health 0.5 (1 semester)Driver’s Education 0.5 (1 semester)Electives 11.0
Each student is required to earn credit in P.E. every semester of attendance unless exempt from P.E. for that semester. A student who is not physically capable of participating in P.E. classes must have a physician’s written recommendation to exempt that student from P.E.
The state law of Illinois requires that a citizenship test be passed in order to graduate from high school. Passing American Government fulfills this state requirement.
In a decision made by the Illinois General Assembly in the fall of 2004, it is now a requirement for all students to have taken the Prairie State Achievement Exam before earning a high school diploma in the state of Illinois.
*Beginning with the class of 2010, the state of Illinois requires that all students must have 2 years of writing before graduating. This requirement will be met in the English department curriculum.
**Beginning with the 2009-2010 school year, 14 credits are required for junior status.
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Suggested Program of Study - College Prep
RECOMMENDED SUBJECTS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE PLANNING TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION
4 Years - English4 Years – Mathematics- Minimum: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II3 Years – Science- Minimum: Intro to Lab Sci, Biology, Chemistry4 Years - Foreign Language- Minimum: 2 Years3 Years - Social Science: Economics, World History, U.S. History, Government
½ Year - Computer Skills ½ Year – Public Speaking
COLLEGE BOUND STUDENT ATHLETEShttps://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/The current NCAA guide for the college bound student-athlete states that in order to be eligible for practice, participation in regular season competition and athletically related financial aid during the first academic year in residence, a student entering a Division I or II NCAA member institution directly out of high school must have graduated from high school with a minimum grade-point average of 2.00 (based on a maximum of 4.00) in a core curriculum of at least 16 academic full-year courses. These 16 academic courses must include at least FOUR in English, THREE in mathematics, TWO in social science and TWO in a natural or physical science. Students must also:
Earn a minimum required grade-point average in core courses; and Earn a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches core-course
grade-point average and test score sliding scale to the left (for example, a 2,400 core-course grade- point average needs a 860 SAT)
Some STHS courses do not meet the NCAA requirement.
Students who are interested in athletic participation in Division I or II schools should see their counselor or coach for additional information.
SHS FRESHMAN SHS SOPHOMORE1. English 1. English2. Algebra I 2. Geometry3. Introduction Lab Sci 3. Biology or Chem I4. Spanish I 4. Spanish II5. P.E. 5. World History6. Computer Skills/Economics 6. P.E.7. Elective 7. Driver’s Ed/Health8. Elective 8. Elective
SHS JUNIOR SHS SENIOR1. English 1. English2. Algebra II 2. Math Elective3. Chem I or Biology 3. Science Elective4. Spanish III 4. Spanish IV5. U.S. History 5. Government6. Public Speaking 6. P.E.7. P.E. 7. Elective8. Elective 8. Elective
Suggested Program of Study – Career and Technical Education
RECOMMENDED SUBJECTS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE PLANNING A CAREER IN A TECHNICAL VOCATION
3 ½ Years - English3-4 Years – Mathematics (through Algebra II)2 Years - Science3 Years - Social Science½ Year - Public Speaking
SHS FRESHMAN SHS SOPHOMORE1. English 1. English2. Algebra IA or Algebra I 2. Math-next course in sequence3. Introduction Lab Sci 3. Biology or App’d Biology4. P.E. 4. World History or Geography5. Computer Skills/Economics 5. P.E.6. Technical Elective 6. Driver’s Ed/Health7. Elective 7. Technical Elective8. Elective 8. Elective
SHS JUNIOR SHS SENIOR1. English 1. English 2. Math-next course in sequence 2. Math-next course in sequence3. U.S. History 3. American Government4. Public Speaking 4. P.E.5. P.E. 5. Career and Tech Ed Sequence6. Career and Tech Ed Sequence 6. Career and Tech Ed Sequence7. Career and Tech Ed Sequence 7. Elective8. Elective 8. Elective
All career and technical educational opportunities will be offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap.
Suggested Program of Study – General
EducationRECOMMENDED SUBJECTS FOR STUDENTS WHO WANT A GENERAL EDUCATION
3 ½ Years - English3 Years - Mathematics2 Years - Science3 Years - Social Sciences½ Year – Public Speaking
SHS FRESHMAN SHS SOPHOMORE1. English 1. English2. Algebra 1A or Algebra I 2. Math-next course in sequence3. Introduction Lab Sci 3. Biology or App’d Biology4. Geography or World History 4. World History or Geography5. Computer Skills/Economics 5. Driver’s Ed/Health6. P.E. 6. P.E.7. Elective 7. Elective8. Elective 8. Elective
SHS JUNIOR SHS SENIOR1. English 1. English2. Math-next course in sequence 2. Government3. U.S. History 3. P.E.4. Public Speaking 4. Elective5. P.E. 5. Elective6. Elective 6. Elective7. Elective 7. Elective8. Elective 8. Elective
SENECA HIGH SCHOOL NAME: ___________________________________ 2011/12 STUDENT REGISTRATION CLASS YEAR: _________________________________
ENGLISH CODE CR___ 100 English IA AY 1.0___ 105 English I AY 1.0___ 107 English II AY 1.0___ 109 English III AY 1.0___ 111 English IV AY 1.0___ 113 Am Humanities AY 1.0___ 115 Pub Speaking SM 0.5___ 117 Applied Comm AY 1.0___ 119 Drama SM 0.5___ 121 Creative Writing SM 0.5___ 123 The Holocaust SM 0.5___ 125 A.P. English AY 1.0
FOREIGN LANGUAGE___ 155 Spanish I AY 1.0___ 157 Spanish II AY 1.0___ 159 Spanish III AY 1.0___ 161 Spanish IV AY 1.0
MATHEMATICS___ 169 Algebra IA AY 1.0___ 171 Algebra IB AY 1.0___ 173 Applied Geometry AY
1.0___ 205 Algebra I AY 1.0___ 207 Geometry AY 1.0___ 209 Algebra II AY 1.0___ 175 Pre Calc/Trig AY 1.0___ 177 Intro to Calculus AY 1.0___ 179 Math IV AY 1.0
SCIENCE___ 301 Intro to Lab Sci AY 1.0___ 303 App’d Biology AY 1.0___ 305 Biology I AY 1.0___ 309 Env Problems AY 1.0___ 315 Biotechnology SM 0.5___ 317 Anat/Phys AY 1.0___ 321 Chemistry I AY 1.0___ 323 Advanced Chem AY 1.0___ 325 Physics AY 1.0
SOCIAL STUDIES CODECR
___ 401 World Geography AY 1.0___ 403 World History AY 1.0___ 405 U.S. History AY 1.0___ 415 Current Issues AY 1.0___ 417 Amer Gov’t SM 0.5___ 419 Economics SM 0.5
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
___ 501 Intro F&C Sciences AY 1.0___ 503 Foods/Nutrition SM 0.5___ 509 Child Develop AY 1.0___ 511 Child Care Occ I AY 1.0___ 513 Child Care Occ II AY 1.0
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS___ 551 Health Occupations SM
0.5___ 553 Nurse Assistant AY 1.0___ 555 Allied Health AY 1.0
BUSINESS___ 601 Comp Skills SM 0.5___ 605 Comp Concepts SM 0.5___ 606 Software Applications SM
0.5___ 611 Accounting I AY 1.0___ 613 Accounting II AY 1.0___ 631 Webpage/Media I SM 0.5___ 632 Webpage/Media II SM 0.5
Classes may only be dropped before a semester starts or within the first four full days.
Student Signature:
___ 687 Business Concepts AY 1.0
PHYSICAL ED/HEALTH___ 901 Phys Ed S-1 SM 0.5___ 903 Phys Ed S-2 SM 0.5___ 905 Health Ed SM 0.5___ 907 Driver’s Ed/Safety SM 0.5___ 909 BFS Strength Training SM
0.5___ 911 BFS Strength Training SM 0.5
ART CODE CR___ 701 Art I AY 1.0___ 703 Art II AY 1.0___ 705 Art III AY 1.0___ 707 Art IV AY 1.0___ 721 Photography SM 0.5
MUSIC___ 711 Band AY 1.0___ 713 Chorus AY 1.0___ 715 Music Appreciation SM
0.5
AGRICULTURE___ 801 Intro/Ag AY 1.0___ 815 Agriculture Science AY
1.0___ 807 Ag Mechanics AY 1.0___ 809 Ag Management AY 1.0___ 811 Intro Horticulture AY
1.0
AUTO MECHANICS___ 833 Intro/Auto SM 0.5___ 840 Voc Auto I AY 1.0___ 842 Voc Auto II AY 1.0
___ 844 Voc Auto III AY 1.0
INDUSTRIAL ARTS___ 729 Video Production I SM
0.5___ 731 Video Production II SM
0.5___ 851 Intro/Tech AY 1.0___ 853 Drafting I SM 0.5___ 855 Drafting II SM 0.5___ 857 Arch Drawing AY 1.0___ 859 Draft III (CAD) AY 1.0___ 861 Woods Prod I SM 0.5___ 863 Woods Prod II SM 0.5___ 865 Woods Prod III AY 1.0___ 879 Constr. Tech I SM 0.5___ 881 Constr. Tech II AY 1.0
SPECIAL PERMIT By application only - see
counselor CODE
CR___ 097 START AY 1.0___ 997 Early Graduate SM 0.0 IVCC COURSES___ 972 Political Science SM COL___ 973 Speech SM COL___ 975 Gen Psychology SM COL___ 977 Intro to Sociology SM
COL
Credit for IVCC courses will be a college credit given by the college --- there will be tuition and book fee
SPECIAL ED CLASSES___ 001 English 9 AY 1.0___ 003 English 10 AY 1.0___ 005 English 11 AY 1.0___ 007 English 12 AY 1.0___ 009 Gen Math I AY 1.0___ 011 Gen Math II AY 1.0___ 013 Gen Math III AY 1.0___ 015 Health/Science AY 1.0___ 017 Gen Science AY 1.0___ 019 World History AY 1.0___ 021 US History AY 1.0___ 023 Geography AY 1.0___ 025 Consumer Math AY 1.0
___ 029 Art AY 1.0___ 033 Step I AY 1.0___ 035 Step II AY 1.0___ 039 Resource AY 1.0___ 047 Resource/BUR AY 1.0___ 045 Daily Living AY 1.0___ 065 Physical Science AY1.0___ 067 Life Science AY 1.0
SUMMER SCHOOL___ 115S Public Speaking SM 0.5
___ 225S Math Credit Recovery SM 0.5___ 226S Math Credit Recovery SM 0.5___ 403S U.S. History Credit Rec SM 0.5___ 404S U.S. History Credit Rec SM 0.5___ 907S Driver’s Ed SM 0.5
Please pick an alternate class(es)
High School Planning SheetIn planning your high school program, make certain that the courses you take will prepare you for the career or educational program you plan to enter after high school. In addition, make sure that you will have met all graduation requirements.
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English CurriculumPre: means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit English IA 2 1.0 Pre: 8th grade achievement test/guidanceEnglish I 2 1.0 Pre: NoneEnglish II 2 1.0 Pre: English I or placementEnglish III 2 1.0 Pre: English IIEnglish IV 2 1.0 Pre: English III and teacher recommendationAdv. Placement English 2 1.0 Pre: English IV and teacher recommendationCreative Writing 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11 or 12Drama 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11 or 12The Holocaust in History, 1 0.5Literature and Film Pre: Grade 11 or 12 and English III or ConcurrentAmerican Humanities 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 11 or 12Public Speaking 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11, 10 w/ teacher recommendationApplied Communications 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 11 or 12ENGLISH IAPREREQUISITE: 8th GRADE ACHIEVEMENT TEST/GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATIONCOURSE OVERVIEW:English IA is a freshman level course designed to meet the individualized language arts needs of students.
COURSE GOALS:1. To increase vocabulary skills and build word
analysis skills.
2. To improve reading strategies in comprehension, interpretation, and transfer.
3. To read and understand literature from a variety of authors and time periods.
4. To understand literary techniques from a variety of genres
5. To write to communicate for a variety of purposes.
ENGLISH IPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:The student will work through several study skills and vocabulary units. Students will complete various units in the composition and grammar book. Students will read and discuss various units in the literature book, including short stories, poetry, drama, and a novel. Students will do several formal-writing assignments. Formal essays and structure will be addressed, and writing based upon the literature will be done.COURSE GOALS:1. To become familiar with the library as well as with various methods for improving grades and becoming a better student.2. To increase vocabulary, reading comprehension, and thinking skills.3. To read a greater variety of literature, short stories, poetry and novels.4. To increase writing skills through several formal written assignments.
ENGLISH IIPREREQUISITE: ENGLISH I
COURSE OVERVIEW:English II is a language arts course with special emphasis on understanding the short story, poetry, essays, drama, legends, and the short novel. Such understanding shall take place by learning appropriate terminology, participating in large and small group discussions, and writing short and medium length papers related to the literature. Effective sentence and paragraph writing will be stressed, and writing will be done based upon the literature read.
COURSE GOALS:
1. To plan, write, revise and rewrite short (1-5 paragraphs) expository and narrative papers.
2. To master the spelling and comprehension of selected vocabulary words.
3. To write a variety of sentence types.4. To show an awareness of proper diction and
the denotation and connotation of words in the English language.
5. To develop a mastery of the conventions in usage, punctuation, and capitalization.
6. To recognize the various types of literature.7. To understand the necessary terms to discuss
and write about literature.8. To develop small group discussion skills.
ENGLISH IIIPREREQUISITE: ENGLISH II
COURSE OVERVIEW:English III is divided into 4 sections: American Literature, study of novels, vocabulary building, and grammar/writing skills. The course focuses on such concepts as important literary figures from different eras, short stories for analysis, poetry, and literature’s relationship to history.
COURSE GOALS:1. To understand the relationship between
America’s history and its literary movements.
2. To learn to critically analyze literature through discussion and writing.
3. To review basic grammar rules as they relate to writing.
4. To expand vocabulary and word analysis skills.
5. To practice identifying and understanding the elements of fiction, drama, and poetry.
6. To develop writing skills through journal based writing, 5 paragraph essay writing, and test essays.
7. To practice research skills and deliver an organized oral presentation, citing sources in MLA style of documentation.
8. To understand and analyze the genres of drama, the novel, poetry, and short stories.
ENGLISH IVPREREQUISITE: ENGLISH III &
RECOMMENDATION OF TEACHERCOURSE OVERVIEW:English IV is a one-year elective course covering English literature, world novels, and writing. Writing includes several organizational methods and a rhetorical research paper, and all writing in the class is computer-generated. All of this is to enable the student to better succeed in his/her college level English course.
COURSE GOALS:1. To develop knowledge and understanding of
expository and rhetorical writing skills.2. To develop knowledge and understanding of
acceptable English usage in formal writing.3. To develop knowledge and understanding of
major works from various national literatures.
4. To develop knowledge and understanding of English literature and its historical and social influences.
5. To develop knowledge and understanding of the research and writing of a thesis paper in the MLA format.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH PREREQUISITE: TEACHER RECOMMENDATION & C OR BETTERIN ENGLISH IVCOURSE OVERVIEW:Advanced Placement (AP) English is a college-level course designed for seniors who have demonstrated outstanding skills in literary analysis and writing. The class will focus on the careful reading and critical analysis of drama, poetry, and novels. Most writing assignments will focus on the analysis of literature with emphasis on improving the organization and style of the students’ writing. At the end of the course, students take an AP exam administered by The College Board. This exam is scored on a one to five scale with five being the highest, and students who score three or above may earn college credit in English. AP English students will be responsible for the AP test fee.COURSE GOALS:1. To develop critical standards for interpreting
literature.2. To analyze literary elements and other
aspects of literature in order to derive meaning from the reading of the literature.
3. To increase the ability to explain through writing the interpretations of a piece of literature.
4. To develop and organize ideas in clear, coherent, and persuasive language.
5. To develop stylistic maturity through wide-ranging vocabulary, variety in sentence structure, logical organization and rhetorical effectiveness.
PUBLIC SPEAKINGPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11, GRADE 10 WITH TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
COURSE OVERVIEW:A required one-semester course in which the student will organize and present prepared oral presentations before an audience of his/her fellow students and teacher.
COURSE GOALS:1. To help students become more comfortable
when called upon to speak before others.2. To enhance student’s ability to do basic
research, write, and organize material into a coherent, logical presentation of ideas.
3. To help students develop use of appropriate oral skills, such as diction, projection, etc.
4. To help students develop use of appropriate physical presentational skills, such as eye contact, gestures, etc.
5. To help students learn to orally present material in a variety of formats.
6. To teach students the appropriate use of audio-visuals in a speech.
APPLIED COMMUNICATIONSPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12COURSE OVERVIEW:Applied Communications appeals to a variety of learning styles. It is a course in practical communication skills needed in the workplace and for life
COURSE GOALS:1. To develop communication skills (reading,
writing, speaking, and listening) for use in the workplace.
2. To develop skills in writing grammatically correct documents in a number of formats.
3. To develop skills in following and giving
directions.4. To use reference materials and problem
solve through the use of resources.
CREATIVE WRITINGPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR12
COURSE OVERVIEW:The student will interact in a lab-like atmosphere and spend most of the class period writing and generating their pieces in a computer lab. Students will engage in creating original poems, prose, and other forms of written expression. Through these genres, students will learn to write for self-expression and for an audience.
COURSE GOALS:1. To use journal writing to stimulate thinking
and improve writing.2. To provide a variety of pre-reading activities
and applications.3. To become more observant and skillful at
writing about the world around them.4. To focus on clarity and forceful imagery.5. To focus on editing, revising, and word
choice skills.6. To focus on using metaphors, similes,
personification, imagery, and alliteration in the writing of poetry.
7. To write creatively in a variety of literary genres, including autobiography.
DRAMAPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:A one semester course which will introduce students to the history and terminology of theater and acting, which will give them the opportunity to learn and demonstrate understanding of basic theatrical skills.
COURSE GOALS:1. To understand the origins of drama and the
theater and their relationship to acting and theater today.
2. To understand terminology and major
figures of drama as a literary form.3. To explore a variety of different types of
drama.4. To understand basic stage terminology
(acting and technical).5. To develop ability to play a character in
front of an audience.6. To write essays about themes in the drama.
THE HOLOCAUST IN HISTORY, LITERATURE, AND FILMPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12 AND ENGLISH III OR CONCURRENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:This semester course will be an in depth study of the history of the Holocaust, including its origins and its aftermath, through the use of historical documents, scholarly articles, first-person accounts, film and novels, both fiction and nonfiction. COURSE GOALS:1. To understand the origins of Anti-Semitism2. To trace the beginnings of World War II, the
Nazi rise to power, and the impact on the Jewish culture
3. To understand the many different groups who were victims of the Holocaust
4. To trace to the progression of ghettoization, camp internment, and deaths of the victims
5. To learn about the resistance and rescue efforts that saved thousands of lives
6. To learn about the survivors’ lives after liberation
AMERICAN HUMANITIESPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:The course is designed to acquaint students with contemporary American culture and the American value system through a study of literature, music, television, film, art, and history.
COURSE GOALS:1. To develop knowledge and understanding of
the word humanities and its application to
American life from 1920-1970.2. To develop knowledge and understanding of
vocabulary relevant to the study of humanities and its application to American life from 1920-1970.
3. To develop knowledge and understanding of the American value system and its application to American life from 1920-1970.
4. To develop knowledge and understanding of the historical, social, and cultural background of America life from 1920-1970.
5. To practice research and speech organization skills in order to deliver an oral informational presentation each nine weeks. Use of MLA documentation.
6. To write expository and persuasive essays based on student knowledge of each decade.
Foreign Language CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Spanish I 2 1.0 Pre: 8th Grade Achievement/Guidance Rec. Spanish II 2 1.0 Pre: Spanish ISpanish III 2 1.0 Pre: Spanish IISpanish IV 2 1.0 Pre: Spanish III
SPANISH IPREREQUISITE: 8TH GRADE ACHIEVEMENT AND GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION
COURSE OVERVIEW:Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language and to the cultures of Spanish-speaking
people.
COURSE GOALS:1. To learn basic Spanish sentence structure
and vocabulary.2. To gain knowledge of and sensitivity to
Latin American and Spanish people and their cultures.
3. To begin to express oneself in Spanish in the present tense.
SPANISH IIPREREQUISITE: SPANISH I
COURSE OVERVIEW:In Spanish II, students will learn more advanced grammar and vocabulary at a faster pace. They will continue to study culture, and a stronger emphasis will be placed on speaking, reading and writing in Spanish.
COURSE GOALS:1. To express oneself in Spanish in the present
and past tenses.2. To learn more grammatical structures and
additional vocabulary.3. To continue to develop a sensitivity to Latin
American and Spanish cultures.
SPANISH IIIPREREQUISITE: SPANISH IICOURSE OVERVIEW:Spanish III students will be expected to speak and write in Spanish. They must come into this class with a positive attitude and an open mind toward Spanish conversation and comprehension. Students will be exposed to an extensive grammar review, Spanish and Latin American literature, history, geography, art and music.
COURSE GOALS:1. To express oneself in Spanish on a daily
basis in both oral and written form. 2. To broaden knowledge of Latin American
and Spanish cultures, including literature, history, geography, art and music.
3. To develop a sensitivity to the cultures and
people of Spanish-speaking countries.
SPANISH IVPREREQUISITE: SPANISH IIICOURSE OVERVIEW:Spanish IV will be a more intensive study of the culture, literature, and history of Spanish-speaking countries. Students will be expected to come into this class with an attitude conducive to improving one’s Spanish comprehension and conversation.
COURSE GOALS:Students will practice uninhibited and correct self-expression in Spanish. They will continue to improve their skills in reading, listening, speaking, and writing. Culture continues to be studied as students further develop sensitivity to the cultural diversity.
Math CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Algebra IA/Skills Dev 2 1.0 Pre: 8th grade achievement test/guidance Algebra IB 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra IAApplied Geometry 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra IBAlgebra I 2 1.0 Pre: 8th grade achievement test/guidanceGeometry 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra I or Alg IIAlgebra II 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra I and Geometry, 8th grade achievement test/guidance recommendation Pre Calc/Trigonometry 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra II and GeometryIntro to Calculus 2 1.0 Pre: Pre Calc/TrigMath IV 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra II and Geometry
ALGEBRA IA AND IB PROVIDE THE EQUIVALENT OF ALGEBRA I OVER TWO YEARS
ALGEBRA IA/SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PREREQUISITE: 8th GRADE ACHIEVEMENT TEST/GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION
COURSE OVERVIEW:This class is double blocked and the first course of the two year sequence. It is an integrated curriculum that covers content from number and operation and probability and statistic strands. Problem-solving strategies are woven throughout the series. It also has focus on organization and basic skills.COURSE GOALS:1. Help students learn organization and self-
motivation.2. Give the students positive reinforcement.3. Help students think logically.4. Give students a basic understanding and
working knowledge of everyday math.5. Study the properties of real numbers.6. Solve linear equations.7. Graph linear functions.8. Write linear equations.9. Solve and graph linear inequalities.
ALGEBRA IB PREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA IACOURSE OVERVIEW:This class is the second course of the two year sequence. It is a course that covers graphing and writing linear equations, solving and graphing linear inequalities and linear systems, radicals, simplifying radicals, solving and graphing quadratic equations, adding, subtracting and multiplying polynomials and the properties of exponentsCOURSE GOALS: 1. Develop skills and procedures necessary to
solve and graph linear equations in one and two variables.
2. Develop skills and procedures necessary to solve and graph linear inequalities in one variable.
3. Apply content to solve real-life applications.4. Introduce quadratic equations and recognize
graphs of quadratics
APPLIED GEOMETRYPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA IBCOURSE OVERVIEW:Geometry means “earth measure”. This course covers topics about lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, and corresponding parts. Problems deal with congruency, proportion, area, and volume of two and three dimensional figures.COURSE GOALS:1. Learn the relationship between different
geometric figures.2. Review and apply the algebraic facts to
geometric unknowns.3. Determine perimeter, area, and volume of
two and three dimensional figures.4. Understand and apply the beginning
trigonometric functions.5. Identify parts of a circle and apply correct
rulesALGEBRA IPREREQUISITE: 8th GRADE ACHIEVEMENT TEST/GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION
COURSE OVERVIEW:The basic properties of real numbers are developed and emphasized throughout the course. Students will learn to perform the four basic operations on real numbers and on algebraic expressions. Detailed procedures are developed to simplify polynomial expressions and to solve various equations. These procedures are then applied to solving many kinds of word problems. Graphing in the rectangular coordinate system is introduced.COURSE GOALS:1. Perform operations on real numbers and polynomial expressions.2. Develop skills and procedures necessary to simplify polynomial expressions and solve equations.3. Develop procedures for solving various types of word problems.4. Incorporate the use of the TI73 graphing calculator in several topics.
GEOMETRYPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA I OR ALGEBRA II
COURSE OVERVIEW:Geometry means “earth measure”. This course covers topics about lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, and their corresponding parts. Problems deal with logic, congruency, proportions, constructions, and area and volume of two and three-dimensional figures.COURSE GOALS:1. Learn the relationship between different
geometric figures.2. Review and apply the algebraic facts to
geometric unknowns, using a calculator as needed.
3. Apply logical reasoning and organizational patterns to discover properties of figures.
4. Understand and apply the beginning trigonometric functions.
5. Determine perimeter, area, and volume of two and three dimensional figures.
ALGEBRA IIPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA I AND GEOMETRY, 8TH GRADE ACHIEVEMENT TEST/GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION COURSE OVERVIEW:This second course in algebra begins with a review of Algebra I principles. Topics studied are linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, systems of equations in two and three variables, polynomial and rational expressions and equations, matrices, and powers, roots, and radicals.COURSE GOALS:1. Strengthen basic algebra skills.2. Solve and graph functions.3. Study systems of linear equations using a variety of methods.4. Work with radicals and irrational numbers.5. Use graphing calculator in many situations.
PRE-CALC/TRIGONOMETRYPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA II AND GEOMETRYCOURSE OVERVIEW:Pre Calc/Trig is a study of functions and their graphs, linear and quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, introduction of exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, and introduction of
analytical trigonometry, applications of trigonometry, vectors, and introduction to conic sections.COURSE GOALS:1. Prepare students for introduction of calculus.2. Understand and apply algebraic functions of
various types.3. Apply the trigonometric functions to solve
problems.4. Understanding the connections through
graphical, numerical, and analytical representations of important algebraic concepts.
INTRO TO CALCULUSPREREQUISITE: PRE-CALC/TRIG
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course will review and extend Pre Calculus topics and introduce sequences and series and the basic calculus concepts of limits and derivatives. It will prepare students for a Calculus 1 course in college.
COURSE GOALS:1. Review polynomial, rational, exponential,
logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses.
2. Solve problems involving sequences and series.
3. Find limits of a variety of functions using numerical, analytical, and graphical methods.
4. Find derivatives of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their inverses.
MATH IVPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA II AND GEOMETRY
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course will review and extend Algebra II topics and introduce polynomial, rational, and radical functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions, as well as probability and statistics.COURSE GOALS:
1. Graph functions and solve equations involving linear, quadratic, and other
Sequence 1
Algebra IA
Algebra IB
Applied Geometry
Geometry
Sequence 2
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math IV and/or Pre-Calc/Trig
Sequence 3
Algebra II
Geometry
Pre-Calc/Trig and/or Math IV
Intro to Calc
and/or Math IV
polynomial equations and functions. 2. Graph functions and solve equations
involving rational and radical equations.3. Graph functions and solve equations
involving exponential and logarithmic equations.
4. Apply counting principles and the binomial theorem to find probabilities, including finding probabilities of independent and dependent events
5. Find and interpret measures of central tendency and use normal distributions to analyze data.
Typical Math Sequence
Science CurriculumPre: Means prerequisitePhysical Science Courses Sem Credit Introduction to Lab Science 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 9Chemistry I 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra II or concurrent, ILS, or teacher consentChemistry II 2 1.0 Pre: Algebra II and Chemistry IPhysics 2 1.0 Pre: Pre-Calc/Trig or concurrentIntro to Ag 2 1.0 Pre: NoneAgriculture Science 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to AgLife Science Courses Sem Credit Applied Biology 2 1.0 Pre: Introduction Lab SciBiology I 2 1.0 Pre: Introduction Lab Sci or placementEnvironment Problems 1 0.5 Pre: Biology IAnatomy & Physiology 2 1.0 Pre: Biology I and Grade 11 or 12Biotechnology 1 0.5 Pre: Biology and Chemistry IIntro to Agriculture 2 1.0 Pre: NoneAgriculture Science 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to Ag
INTRODUCTION TO LABORATORY SCIENCEPREREQUISITE: GRADE 9
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course prepares students for additional study in any of the natural sciences. It is required of all freshmen and satisfies the graduation requirement of 1 year of physical science. Emphasis is placed on laboratory skills,
Sequence 1Algebra IA
Algebra IB
Applied Geometry
Geometry
Sequence 2Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math IV and/or Pre-Calc/Trig
Sequence 3Algebra II
Geometry
Pre-Calc/Trig and/or Math
IV
Intro to Calc and/or Math
IV
data collection and interpretation, basic atomic structure and bonds, energy in physical processes, forces, motion, and basic concepts of earth science. Significant laboratory work is required. COURSE GOALS:1. Develop problem solving skills using the
Scientific Method and laboratory through extensive laboratory.
2. Apply basic principles of chemistry and develop chemical skills through intensive problem solving.
3. Acquire working knowledge of forces, motion and energy in our daily life.
4. Understand the origin and evolution of the earth system and the universe.
5. Become prepared for continued work in Science.
CHEMISTRY IPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA II OR CONCURRENT, ILS OR TEACHER CONSENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:Chemistry I is a full year course designed as physical science preparation for students planning on pursuing a college education. The approach requires basic algebra, including facility with ratios, proportions, graphing skills and exponents. The course includes basic physical science concepts, measurement skills, history and principles of the atomic theory, the periodic table and elementary chemical calculations.
COURSE GOALS:1. To acquire, through practice, a higher level
of proficiency in the application of the Scientific Method to solve problems and in laboratory skills.
2. To develop knowledge and understanding of the Atomic Theory and its modern implications, including interactions between energy and matter and nuclear reactions.
3. To become proficient in the writing and application of formulas and chemical equations to calculations using the mole concept.
4. To understand and explain the behavior of the different phases of matter and of
solutionsCHEMISTRY IIPREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA II AND CHEMISTRY I COURSE OVERVIEW:Chemistry II prepares students for further study in Chemistry at the college level. It is designed for students whose career goals include college chemistry such as agriculture, engineering, veterinary medicine, health sciences and environmental sciences. It reinforces the basic nomenclature and chemical calculations learned in Chemistry I and addresses gas behavior, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, advanced chemical calculations, acid-base behavior, and electrochemistry.COURSE GOALS:Prepare students for further study in a science field or technical vocation.
PHYSICSPREREQUISITE: PRE- CALC/TRIG OR CONCURRENTCOURSE OVERVIEW:Physics deals with the physical laws to describe the behavior of objects in our universe and the relation between matter and energy. It includes basic mechanics, wave mechanics, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear physics.COURSE GOALS:1. To develop good quantitative laboratory
skills using traditional laboratory skills and computer interfaced data collecting systems.
2. To acquire critical thinking skills and in the analysis and interpretation of laboratory data.
3. To develop understanding of the physics concepts behind forces, motion, fluids, thermodynamics, waves, sound, light and electricity.
4. To acquire basic understanding of magnetism and modern atomic and subatomic physics.
INTRO TO AGPREREQUISITE: NONE For course overview and goals, see Agriculture Curriculum on page 32.
APPLIED BIOLOGYPREREQUISITE: INTRODUCTION TO LAB SCIENCE
COURSE OVERVIEW:Applied Biology is a basic introductory course in biological science. The students will be given a basic understanding of living organisms through the use of laboratory work, group work, individual work, and lecture. This will result in a better knowledge and appreciation of living organisms.
COURSE GOALS:1. To study the basic parts of cells and how
they function.2. To study the history and functioning of
genetics.3. To understand the mechanism behind the
theory of evolution.4. To understand the make-up and functioning
of DNA.5. To understand the processes of
photosynthesis and respiration.6. To understand the science of classification.7. To study basic living organisms.
BIOLOGY IPREREQUISITE: INTRODUCTION TO LAB SCIENCE OR PLACEMENTCOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is being offered as an introductory course in biological sciences. It includes the study of cells, genetics, and ecosystems. Various laboratory actvities and the use of the microscope will supplement classroom discussions. COURSE GOALS:1. Become familiar with living things.2. Acquire, through practice, the scientific
method of observing and reasoning.3. Develop special laboratory skills and
techniques useful in later studies.4. Develop, through the study of organisms, an
understanding of basic principles of life.5. Improve our general standards of health
through a better understanding of ourselves and the problems of disease.
6. Understand the principles of genetics and how they apply to humans.
7. Understand the interactions between living organisms and their environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMSPREREQUISITE: BIOLOGY ICOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is designed to study the interactions of living organisms with their environment. Through discussion and laboratory work, students will study population cycles, energy transfer habitats, etc., in the living community. The course will look at human environmental problems (natural resources, pollution, nuclear waste, pesticides, and recycling) that face our present society and in the future.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop an understanding of basic
terminology used in environmental studies and ecology.
2. Understand the 3 kinds of relationships that occur in the biosphere.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of food chains, food pyramids, and energy transfer in an ecosystem.
4. Explain the cause and effects of various environmental problems (water pollution, air pollution, over-population, and waste disposal).
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGYPREREQUISITE: BIOLOGY I AND GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course will emphasize the anatomy (structures) and physiology (functions) of the human body. The 11 major systems will be studied. Lab exercises emphasize anatomical aspects of man using the admit-cut as a dissection specimen, along with other preserved materials, microscope slides, charts, and models.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop basic knowledge of the anatomy of
each of the 11 systems of the human body.2. Develop basic knowledge of human
physiology of digestive, cardiovascular, nervous, skeletal, and muscular systems.
3. Become familiar with the various tissues in the human body.
4. Understand how each system is related to the others, both in structure and function.
5. Become acquainted with various diseases or
disorders involving each system.6. Understand biological organization.
BIOTECHNOLOGYPREREQUISITE: BIOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY I
COURSE OVERVIEW:Biotechnology is a one-semester course designed for students, whose career goals are in any science from agriculture to zoology, including the health professions, forensic science and law enforcement. The course includes basic concepts in molecular biology, learning laboratory techniques in gene splicing and DNA fingerprinting as well as covering topics in bioethics.
COURSE GOALS:1. Provide basic knowledge of the structure of
DNA, genes, and production of proteins.2. Learn techniques of basic gene manipulation.3. Understand the DNA fingerprinting process.4. Analyze the bioethical questions.
AGRICULTURE SCIENCEPREREQUISITE: NONE For course overview and goals, see Agriculture Curriculum on page 32.
Social Science CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit World Geography 2 1.0 Pre: NoneWorld History 2 1.0 Pre: NoneU.S. History 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 11 or 12American Government 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11 or 12Current Issues 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 11 or 12
Economics 1 0.5 Pre: NoneWORLD GEOGRAPHYPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:World geography is the study of the physical, human, and cultural geography of the world. All of these areas will be studied in different regions, areas, and locations of the world. The course focuses on such topics as latitude and longitude, the physical make-up of the world, the division of the earth in continents, countries, bodies of water, the climate patterns, and natural resources and industries of various locations as well as their cultures.
COURSE GOALS:1. Locate, describe and explain places, regions,
and features on the earth.2. Analyze and explain characteristics and
interactions of the Earth’s physical systems.3. Understand relationships between
geographic factors and society.4. Understand the historical significance of
geography.
WORLD HISTORYPREREQUISITE: NONECOURSE OVERVIEW:World History gives a global background for understanding today’s world. The course studies religions, cultures, and the geographies of civilizations from around the globe. Topics include: Ancient Civilizations, Native Americans, Greeks and Romans, European Nations, The Crusades, The Renaissance, Reformation, Columbian Exchange, European Exploration, Colonialism, The French Revolution, and World Wars I and II,
COURSE GOALS:1. Increase student awareness of different
cultures around the world and the importance of their development.
2. Help students understand the facts, concepts, illustrations, etc., from world history, to formulate ideas on possible future world events.
3. Relate past events in world history to present
events.4. Evaluate and analyze societies’ differences
and similarities.
U.S. HISTORYPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11COURSE OVERVIEW:This course is required for all students. The course will focus on United States History from the early Colonial period up to present time studies of major events, problems, and controversies. People who have helped shape our country will also be covered in U.S. History.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand the importance of American
History in shaping one's own life.2. Develop a feeling of respect and citizenship
for the United States.3. Recognize forces that shaped the United
States from Early Colonial to present time. 4. Understand how past events in our history
helped share our lives today.
CURRENT ISSUESPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:Current Issues will concentrate on the major problems facing the United States today. Students will analyze some of the current sociological, political, and economic issues currently in our society. In addition to a textbook, a current weekly or bi-weekly periodical is incorporated in the course. Some topics discussed include: crime, politics, terrorism, foreign policy, society, media, juvenile delinquency, prejudice and discrimination and drug and alcohol abuse.
COURSE GOALS:1. Analyze current social concerns objectively
and subjectively.2. Increase awareness of current issues by
analyzing specific cases.3. Formulate one's own value judgment on
specific cases.
4. Prepare for dealing with life, adulthood, and other problems typically confronting individual persons.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENTPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:American Government involves an in-depth study of both the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions, including all amendments. The class will provide a historical overview of governments, politics, economics, citizenship, political parties, and voting. Social and political issues which affect citizens of the United States will also be examined.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand and explain basic principles of
the U.S. Government.2. Understand the structures and functions of
the political systems of Illinois, the U.S. and other nations.
3. Understand election processes and responsibilities of citizens.
4. Understand the roles and influences of individuals and interest groups in the political systems of Illinois, the U.S. and other nations.
5. Understand U.S. foreign policy as it relates to other nations and international issues.
6. Understand the development of U.S. political ideas and traditions.
ECONOMICSPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course allows students to familiarize themselves with basic economic concepts. Students are introduced to various economic theories and to the people who introduced them. The course will also cover the foundations of consumer economics. The course will help students to develop personal efficiency as a consumer by becoming aware of the alternatives available in the decision making process. Individual values are cultivated, yet the student also sees where he fits into the overall network
of our economy. By passing this course, students will have met the state mandate for consumer economics.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand basic economic concepts and economic theorists. 2. Develop an understanding of our economic system and the relationship of the individual to business and government.3. Learn to operate intelligently and more efficiently as a member of society in today’s marketplace.4. Develop an understanding of the “life-long” career decision making, preparation, and application processes.5. Develop an understanding of personal finance, such as check books, budgeting, income taxes and credit.
Family and Consumer Science CurriculumPre: Means PrerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Intro Family & ConsumerSciences 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 9 or 10Foods and Nutrition 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 12Child Development 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to F & CSWith Teacher ConsentChild Care Occupations I 2 1.0 Pre: Child Development w/Teacher Consent Child Care Occupations II 2 1.0 Pre: Child Care Occup. I w/Teacher Consent
INTRO TO FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE PREREQUISITE: GRADE 9 OR 10
COURSE OVERVIEW:Intro to Family and Consumer Science is suggested as the first course in the family consumer science department. It is designed to
present basic subject matter in the six following areas: clothing, resource management, foods, housing, human development, and the world of work.
COURSE GOALS:1. Assist students in understanding themselves.2. Provide family consumer science
background for more advanced Family and Consumer Science courses.
3. Introduce various family consumer science related careers.
FOODS & NUTRITION PREREQUISITE: GRADE 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:Students should develop an accurate knowledge of applied nutrition and an understanding of basic principles of food preparation. They will develop skills in using equipment to produce simple, nutritious and attractively served meals and snacks. Emphasis is placed on developing management techniques to aid in combining the roles of homemaker and wage earner. Food buying, safety and sanitation will be stressed.
COURSE GOALS:1. Explore occupations related to foods and
nutrition.2. Learn about nutrients and their relationship
to health, energy and appearance.3. Learn what factors influence nutrient needs
and food choices.4. Plan the selection and purchase of foods.5. Develop skills needed for working with
food.
CHILD DEVELOPMENTPREREQUISITE: INTRO TO FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE AND TEACHER
CONSENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:Child development is a course for students who like to work with preschoolers. It is designed to provide students with information and practical experience needed for job-related competencies in a child care occupations career. Students will be provided with lab experience in a school-based nursery group. The major learning experiences will involve actual work with the child and preparation for that activity.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand prenatal development and the
importance of prenatal care.2. Identify various stages of development in
children.3. Identify and understand children with special
needs.4. Plan a well balanced diet for children.5. Identify play situations that encourage
physical, mental and/or emotional development.
CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS IPREREQUISITE: CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND TEACHER CONSENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course is designed to provide students with the information and practical experience needed for development of job-related competencies. A good course for students, who like to work with preschoolers, students will be provided with lab experiences in a school-based nursery group. Learning experiences will involve work with the child and preparation for that activity. It deals with stages of prenatal, physical, social, emotional and educational development.
COURSE GOALS:1. Emphasize career opportunities in childcare.2. Learn why clothes can affect a child.3. Learn about the effect that good nutrition has
on children.4. Learn how to teach educational and creative
activities.5. Develop skills in health and safety.
CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS IIPREREQUISITE: CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS I AND TEACHER CONSENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course continues the learning begun in Child Care Occupations I. The emphasis, however, is more on the administration of the child care facility. Caring for infants and special needs children will also be considered. At the end of this course, students should be able to take a position in a child care facility and perform creditably. The major learning experiences will involve actual work with the children and discussion of learning and problems that arise from that activity.
Health OccupationsCurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Intro to Health Occupations 1 0.5 Pre: NoneBasic Nurse Ass't. Training 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 11 or 12Allied Health 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 12 only, BNAT or concurrent with BNAT trainingINTRO TO HEALTH OCCUPATIONSPREREQUISITE: NONECOURSE OVERVIEW:Introduction to health occupations is a general survey of the medical specialty fields and medical sciences. It is designed to give the beginning student a general overview of the various types of career opportunities in the health field. The class will provide information on the amount of preparatory education, kinds of training programs, duties, positions available, and a listing of sources for further investigation in individual allied health fields.COURSE GOALS:1. Introduce students to the health care field.2. Emphasize the diversity of health care job
opportunities.3. Teach some basic health care skills.4. Help students prepare for the world of work.5. Encourage students to enter the allied health
field.6. Help students discover their career potential
and preferences.
BASIC NURSE ASSISTANT TRAINING PREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12COURSE OVERVIEW:BNAT curriculum consists of one course including lecture, laboratory practice, and clinical experience in a long-term care facility.
The program is regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health. A final grade of “C” or above is required to be eligible to complete the state test in order to become certified in the state of Illinois. A two-step TB test is required for admission into the clinical component (second semester) of the program. A criminal background check will be completed on all students who qualify to take the state exam. Students must adhere to strict attendance policies for theory class and clinical time. Dual credit with IVCC (ALH 1214 CNA-8 credit hours).COURSE GOALS:1. To demonstrate the knowledge and skills
needed to safely provide physical, mental, and emotional care for patients/residents.
2. To stimulate the student’s interests in health services and prepare them for employment or further training in health occupations.
ALLIED HEALTHPREREQUISITE: GRADE 12 ONLY, BNAT TRAINING OR CONCURRENT WITH BNAT TRAININGCOURSE OVERVIEW:First semester is a dual credit IVCC course (ALH 1001 Medical Terminology-3 credit hours) focusing on basic language related to the health field. Emphasis is given to word analysis and construction, definitions, pronunciation, and spelling. Fundamentals of anatomy, physiology, and pathology of body systems are explored, and terminology related to these systems is presented. Second semester focuses on giving the CNA additional knowledge and experience in the principles of the delivery of health care. Current health care topics and issues are explored. Job shadowing, direct observation and guest speakers are incorporated into the class to illustrate the variety of health occupational career possibilities.COURSE GOALS:1. Recognize elements and meanings of terms
used in the health field.2. Be knowledgeable of current events in health
care. 3. Orient students to problems and ethical
standards related to health care.
4. Assist in choosing potential career paths in the health field.
Business CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Computer Skills 1 0.5 Pre: NoneAccounting I 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 10, 11 and 12Accounting II 2 1.0 Pre: Accounting I Computer Concepts 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 10, 11 and 12Software Applications 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 10, 11, and 12Web Page Media I/II 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11and 12 Business Concepts 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 10, 11 and 12Work Study 2 0.0 Pre: Grade 12
COMPUTER SKILLSPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:All students need to know computer skills and how to apply these techniques regardless of their future career objectives. Advances in technology, shifts in the labor force, and accelerated demands for up-to-date information have resulted in an emerging need for computer skills as an enabling skill - a tool skill needed by almost every American worker. Students, as future employees, must gain proficiency in the use of the computer to enable them to interact with computers successfully.
COURSE GOALS:1. Study skills such as, organizational skills,
time management, listening skills, and note taking will be incorporated into the course curriculum.
2. Microsoft Word XP will be utilized along with graphics packages to create documents such as MLA reports, announcements,
memorandums, personal and business letters, envelopes, and tabular reports.
3. Keyboarding skills (including use of the numeric keypad) will be reviewed and enhanced along with an emphasis on technique.
4. Research skills will be sharpened utilizing the Word Wide Web.
5. Various career awareness activities will be included. Students will evaluate skills, abilities, and interests and match these to possible careers.
ACCOUNTING IPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10, 11, AND 12COURSE OVERVIEW:This first year of accounting will provide a thorough background in the basic accounting procedures used to operate a business, to pursue employment in the business world, to prepare for studying business courses in college, and to manage personal financial records.COURSE GOALS:1. Learn about accounting and business
practices in today’s global community.2. Apply accounting concepts and procedures
both manually and with computerized systems.
3. Analyze financial reports to make sound decisions.
4. Know accounting as it relates to careers.
ACCOUNTING IIPREREQUISITE: ACCOUNTING I AND WITH TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONCOURSE OVERVIEW:This second year of accounting study provides the serious business student an opportunity to further understand the role of good accounting records in providing for sound business management.
COURSE GOALS: 1. Develop a deeper understanding of the
accounting concepts, principles, and practices learned in Accounting I.
2. Develop abilities, attitudes and ideals necessary for success in a business career or profession.
COMPUTER CONCEPTSPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10, 11 AND 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:Students will apply problem-solving skills to hands-on, real life situations using Microsoft Word and Excel. They will work in Word and Excel as well creating projects, such as newsletters. Students will also explore topics related to telecommunications, operating systems, and emerging technology.COURSE GOALS:1. Microsoft Word XP will be utilized along with graphics, styles, and charts.2. Work with various function formulas to create advanced worksheets.3. Integrate/Link Microsoft Word and Excel together. SOFTWARE APPLICATIONSPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10, 11 AND 12Students will learn how to use advanced Microsoft programs, such as Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and FrontPage. Students will create sample databases that are used in the business world. Presentation skills will also be included in this course as well as creating a presentation. COURSE GOALS:1. Understand the importance of databases within a business.2. Enhance PowerPoint presentations with the use of various designs. 3. Create different projects for a business using Publisher.
WEB PAGE/MEDIA I/IIPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 AND 12 COURSE OVERVIEW:Students are required to produce and maintain the Seneca Township High School Web Page and do 2 projects per semester.COURSE GOALS:1. To be able to critically evaluate a web page
for authenticity, applicability, authorship, bias, and usability. The ability to critically evaluate information is an important skill in this information age.
2. To gather and analyze the information needed to maintain the Seneca Township High School Web Site.
BUSINESS CONCEPTSPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 AND 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course is recommended for any students considering any kind of career in business. It provides an orientation to the world of business in the free-enterprise system. In this class, students will get an overview of the different phases of a business such as marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and business law. Learning activities will involve creating a business plan, marketing a product, communication skills, and advertising techniques.COURSE GOALS:1. Introduce students to the different types and forms of businesses.2. Discuss how the government plays a role in the business world.3. Learn the concepts of marketing and advertising a product.4. Create a Business Plan for a service business.5. Managing business finances.
WORK STUDYPREREQUISITE: Grade 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This gives the student an opportunity to work and gain experience in a vocational field in which they have completed coursework and are considering for a career after graduation. It also gives the student a chance to earn money while still attending school.COURSE GOALS:1. Gain work experience in a vocational field.2. Provide students with the services of a
skilled professional in chosen vocational field.
3. Provide students an opportunity to work in their chosen field prior to making long term, costly investment in further training.
Art CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Art I 2 1.0 Pre: NoneArt II 2 1.0 Pre: Art IArt III 2 1.0
Pre: Art IIArt IV 2 1.0 Pre: Art IIIPhotography 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11 or 12
ART IPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:Students will be involved in various projects that will incorporate the 6 basic elements of Art (line, shape/form, color, value, texture, space). They will work with such mediums as pencil, marker, plaster, clay and paint. Different artists and stages of Art History will be introduced and covered for a further knowledge of the origins of art. Sketchbooks will be given to the students, and expected to be updated on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Different drawing techniques and mediums will be used throughout the course as a foundation for most of the projects.
COURSE GOALS:1. Practice and understand the 6 basic
elements of art.2. Improve basic drawing skills.3. Cover a wide variety of media and
techniques.4. Introduce basic Artists and stages of Art
History.
ART IIPREREQUISITE: ART I
COURSE OVERVIEW:Students will build upon the basic knowledge of art acquired from Art I by working on projects that are longer, more detailed/involved, and in depth. Technology, such as graphic design (computers) will be introduced as students learn the basics of Art on the computer. Students will also be expected to have a basic reasoning
behind their art as a way of showing self expression.
COURSE GOALS:1. Refine and expand techniques learned from
Art I.2. Build patience as projects begin to take
longer and become more in depth.3. Practice and understand basic design
programs on the computer.4. Begin to develop reasoning behind art
projects.
ART III & IVPREREQUISITE: ART II/ART III
COURSE OVERVIEW:Students should become self-directed and motivated to turn their own ideas into art. They will also have more control over what type of media they will use for their projects. Students should also begin to have a professional look which will be neat, accurate, detailed and well thought out. Portfolios for college or Art school could also be developed from art created in this course.
COURSE GOALS:1. Become self-motivated to create their own
art.2. Control over different media and styles.3. Produce professional looking artwork.4. Begin to create an art portfolio if college
bound.
PHOTOGRAPHYPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This one semester course in photography emphasizes the proper use of a 35mm single-reflex camera and digital photography. It emphasizes a knowledge of the various camera parts and controls, use of filters, use of flash and other types of natural and artificial lighting, software, and principles of composition.
COURSE GOALS:1. Introduce students to the scope and pleasures
of photography.2. Expose students to the many types of
photography and the career opportunities that exist in these areas.
3. Learn photo composition skills that will enable the student to progress from taking “snapshots” to taking “photographs”.
4. Learn basic black and white darkroom skills as well as sepia toning.
5. Learn basic portrait skills.6. Introduce digital photo software and
techniques.
Music CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Chorus 2 1.0 Pre: NoneBand 2 1.0 Pre: NoneMusic Appreciation/ 1 0.5 Rock ‘N’ Roll History Pre: Grade 11 or 12CHORUSPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:The high school chorus is an ensemble class for students who wish to participate in vocal music expression. The class will sing music representative of each era of choral music in an
effort to expand student's musical horizons. Chorus is available to all students every semester.
COURSE GOALS:1. Learn to sing accurately and independently
in unison and parts.2. Acquaint students with a wide variety of
choral music.3. Help students develop skills needed to
perform music in a meaningful manner.4. Give students the opportunity to perform in
public as a group and/or a soloist.
BANDPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:Instrumental music gives students a well-rounded music education. This will be accomplished by the following three elements: marching band, symphonic band and jazz or stage band.
COURSE GOALS:1. Give students a well-rounded as well as fun
musical experience.2. Continued development of marching and
jazz bandMUSIC APPRECIATION/ROCK ‘N’ ROLL HISTORYPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This one semester course covers the ins and outs of how music works, from the very start of music creation to the most current trends in American and international music releases. The class will study perspectives in culture, race, commercialism, fads as well as the personal awareness of your own musical society via the blues, gospel, jazz, rock, pop, country, Motown, to Gregorian chant. COURSE GOALS:1. Hear and see the inner works of most
instruments.2. Understand the basic workings of music
notation and music form. 3. Unwrap the history of music and its impact
on society from the early cave man to now.4. In-depth study of the many bands, idols and
world influences that meld the term Rock and Roll.
Agriculture CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Intro to Agriculture 2 1.0 Pre: NoneAgriculture Science 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to AgAgriculture Mechanics 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to Ag and Ag ScienceAgribusiness Management 2 1.0 Pre: Senior and completion of two other ag courses 2 1.0Intro to Horticulture 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to Ag and Ag ScienceThe Agriculture Education Program at Seneca High School is comprised of three distinct, yet integrated components, 1) classroom instruction, 2) participation in the FFA organization, and 3) involvement in a Supervised Agriculture Experience Program.Membership in the FFA is required of, and limited to, those enrolled in an agriculture
education course.INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTUREPREREQUISITE: NONECOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is designed to provide the agriculture student with an orientation and background in the Seneca High School Agriculture Education program, the agriculture industry and the basic knowledge and skills needed for future education in agriculture. One semester of life science credit and one semester of physical science credit towards high school graduation can be earned for this course.COURSE GOALS:1. Instill an appreciation for the vastness and
diversity of the agriculture industry.2. Identify careers available in agriculture.3. Identify agriculture commodities, products
and pests.4. Teach students basic business concepts.5. Develop basic mechanical skills, shop safety,
and tool use.6. Introduce students to the livestock industry.7. Develop leadership skills through
participation in FFA activities.AGRICULTURE SCIENCEPREREQUISITE: INTRO TO AGCOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is a combination of the former Animal and Soil Science courses. It is designed to give all agriculture students the basic science behind the production of food, fiber and fuel. The class will focus on the biology involved in raising animals and crops including reproduction, nutrition, genetics, and pest management. Special features will include meat science, forestry, agricultural math and land management. One semester of life science credit and one semester of physical science credit towards high school graduation can be earned for this course.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand pest management.2. Understand reproduction in animals and
plants.3. Understand plant and animal nutrition.4. Develop an understanding about the
management and conservation of our land.5. Understand the source, use and evaluation of
animal products including meat, poultry and
dairy products.6. Understand the care, management, and
evaluation of several species of animals.7. Continue to manage an SAE Program.8. Further develop leadership skills through the
FFA organization.
AGRICULTURE MECHANICSPREREQUISITE: INTRO TO AG AND AGRICULTURE SCIENCECOURSE OVERVIEW:This course will give students hands on experience and knowledge for basic skills in agriculture. The course will focus on electricity, welding, surveying, and small engines. The course is designed for juniors gaining the foundation skills needed for the area agriculture.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop an awareness of career opportunities in agriculture mechanics.2. Gain mechanical skills and knowledge in the area of arc welding, MIG welding, plasma cutter, and cutting torch.3. Gain hand s on skills and knowledge for basic electric al circuits and home wiring.4. Develop skills for small engine disassembly and repair for gas motors.5. Develop the understanding of land surveying and measurements for practical uses in the agriculture industry.6. Further develop leadership skills through FFA activities by attending CDE’s, leadership conferences, and activities.7. Continued development of an SAE program.
AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENTPREREQUISITE: A SENIOR WITH COMPLETION OF TWO OTHER AG COURSESCOURSE OVERVIEW:This course will provide knowledge and skills in areas needed to manage a business in an agriculture setting. Emphasis will be on record keeping, management, marketing, economic
principles, and job search skills.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop an awareness of careers available in
agribusiness.2. Further develop leadership skills through
FFA activities.3. Develop a further understanding of the food
and fiber system.4. Develop an understanding and working
knowledge of the marketing of agriculture products.
5. Develop an understanding of the time value of money in relation to obtaining credit and making investments.
6. Master basic record keeping skills.7. Complete a student’s Supervised Agriculture
Experience Programs.8. Improve a student’s decision making skills
through instruction in agriculture credit, investments, law and insurance.
9. Assist students with applications for employment, scholarships and awards.
INTRO TO HORTICULTUREPREREQUISITE: INTRO TO AG AND AGRICULTURE SCIENCECOURSE OVERVIEW:This course will provide the beginning horticulture student with background knowledge and skills needed to be involved in the growing horticulture industry. Emphasis will be on plant morphology, plant identification, plant propagation, landscaping and greenhouse management.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop an understanding of the horticulture
industry and available career opportunities.2. Identify the anatomical and physiological
parts of plants.3. Identify over 300 horticultural plants
including trees, shrubs, groundcovers, perennials, annuals, fruits, vegetables and herbs.
4. Understand practices involved in raising plants including reproducing, planting, and pruning, fertilizing and managing pests.
5. Learn basic greenhouse management skills.6. Develop basic landscape design and
installation skills.7. Learn basic floral arrangement skills.8. Further develop leadership skills through the
FFA organization.
Auto Mechanics CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Intro to Auto Mechanics 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 10Voc. Auto Mechanics I 2 1.0 Pre: Intro to Auto MechanicsVoc. Auto Mechanics II 2 1.0 Pre: Voc Auto Mechanics IVoc. Auto Mechanics III 2 1.0 Pre: Senior with approval of instructor
INTRO TO AUTO MECHANICSPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course is designed for those students who are exploring the possibilities of entering the field of auto mechanics as a post secondary occupation. It allows students to become actively involved with some of the procedures that are common to an auto mechanic. From the experiences of this course, students can better decide on auto mechanics as a vocation.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop awareness of certain fundamental
knowledge necessary to be an auto mechanic.
2. Establish and maintain a proper work ethic
suitable to become an auto mechanic.3. Gain insights on the potential students
possess in the field of auto mechanics.4. Gain insight on what auto mechanics has to
offer an individual.
VOC. AUTO MECHANICS I/IIPREREQUISITE: INTRO TO AUTO MECHANICS.
COURSE OVERVIEW:This is a four-semester course designed to train students for jobs related to auto mechanics. It will provide the students with skill and knowledge development leading to a possible career in auto mechanics or a related field. It also will combine classroom activities and shop activities to produce not only an understanding of theory, but also skill development relating to that theory.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop knowledge and skills relating to the
field of auto mechanics.2. Develop knowledge of positive work habits
and a healthy attitude toward the world of work.
3. Continue to develop insight into the field of auto mechanics in regard to personal and professional goals.
VOC. AUTO MECHANICS IIIPREREQUISITE: SENIOR WITH APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTOR
COURSE OVERVIEW:Vocational Auto III is to be taken in conjunction with Vocational Auto II in the senior year.
Industrial Technology CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Intro to Technology 2 1.0 Pre: NoneWood Production I 1 0.5 Pre: Intro to TechnologyWood Production II 1 0.5 Pre: Wood Production IWood Production III 2 1.0 Pre: Wood Production IIDrafting I 1 0.5 Pre: Intro to TechnologyDrafting II 1 0.5 Pre: Drafting IArchitectural Drawing 2 1.0 and Design Pre: Drafting I & II or Grade 11 or 12Drafting III (CAD) 2 1.0 Pre: Drafting II or Grade 11 or 12Intro to Construction 1 0.5 Pre: Woods Production I/IIConstruction Technology 2 1.0 Pre: Woods Production I/IIVideo Production I 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 11 or 12 Video Production II 1 0.5 Pre: Teacher Consent
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGYPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:Introduction to Technology is a year-long course designed to make students more technologically
literate and introduce students to the 4 major areas of technology; communication, manufacturing/ production, energy, and transportation. Students will also learn about careers related to each of the 4 major areas of technology. This course combines classroom learning and hands-on learning experiences.
COURSE GOALS:1. Become more technologically literate. 2. Learn about the 4 major areas of technology.3. Learn about the various careers in each of
the 4 major areas of technology.4. Develop problem-solving skills.
WOOD PRODUCTION IPREREQUISITE: INTRO TOTECHNOLOGY
COURSE OVERVIEW:This is an introductory course in the basic skills and careers available in the field of production technology. The major emphasis will be on wood production, materials and processes. Construction techniques, manufacturing principles, servicing, and safety concepts will also be studied.
COURSE GOALS:1. Become acquainted with career opportunities
in production technology.2. Work with tools and industrial equipment
with safety and confidence.3. Develop an appropriate background for more
advanced training in production and construction.
WOOD PRODUCTION IIPREREQUISITE: WOOD PRODUCTION ICOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is a continuation of Wood Production I. Instruction is given in the safe use of power machinery, planning and construction of wood products, employability skills, maintenance, assembly and finishing.COURSE GOALS:1. Learn safe work habits and proper machine
use.2. Learn layout and design techniques.3. Gain knowledge of buying wood, equipment
and supplies.4. Develop good worker attitudes and
employability skills.WOOD PRODUCTION IIIPREREQUISITE: WOOD PRODUCTION II
COURSE OVERVIEW:This is an advanced level course for those students who want to further develop their skills in cabinetmaking, furniture construction, wood finishing, maintenance and repair. The emphasis is on fine furniture and advanced construction techniques.
COURSE GOALS:1. Acquire competency in the more advanced
project construction and finishing processes.2. Develop skill in the use and maintenance of
power tools.3. Develop good worker attitudes and
employability skills.
DRAFTING IPREREQUISITE: INTRO TOTECHNOLOGY
COURSE OVERVIEW:Drafting I is a one-semester course designed to give students entry level skills in the field of drafting/ technical drawing. Students will learn to use drafting machines and tools to complete drawings according to modern industrial practices. The course will cover units in lettering, drafting tools, measuring, sketching, geometric construction, multiview drawings, and pattern developments. The students will also be introduced to AutoCAD.
COURSE GOALS:1. Learn about the importance of drafting in the
world of technology.2. Learn about various careers in the field of
drafting/technical drawing. 3. Use the drafting tools correctly to complete
various drawings.4. Develop problem-solving skills.5. Develop visualization skills.
DRAFTING IIPREREQUISITE: DRAFTING ICOURSE OVERVIEW:Drafting II is designed to expand on the knowledge and skills gained by the students in Drafting I. The course will cover units in dimensioning, section views, pictorials, auxiliary views, fasteners, and working drawings.
COURSE GOALS:1. Expand knowledge and skills associated with
drafting/technical drawing.2. Learn to dimension technical drawings
according to standards.3. Use drafting tools to complete more
advanced type of drawings.
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGPREREQUISITE: DRAFTING I & II ORGRADE 11 OR 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:Architectural drafting is a year-long course designed to introduce students to the field of architecture. Students will work from an existing floor plan to design a house. Major emphasis will be put on design elements and the creation of various plans that are necessary to build a house. COURSE GOALS:1. Learn and use terminology related to the
field of architectural drafting.2. Read and measure using the architect scale
and engineer scale.3. Draw basic plans such as a(n) foundation,
plan, floor plan, plot plan, elevations, etc. using AutoCAD
4. Create an architectural model.
DRAFTING III (CAD)PREREQUISITE: DRAFTING II OR GRADE 11 OR 12COURSE OVERVIEW:CAD is a year-long course that features the use of computer-aided drafting and design software. Students will learn to create, edit, and print various types of technical drawings. COURSE GOALS:1. Learn the operation of a computer aided
drafting software system.2. Use the CAD program to create technical
drawings according to standards.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I & IIPREREQUISITE: WOODS I & II
COURSE OVERVIEW:Building Trades combines classroom learning and hands-on experience to teach students various aspects of light residential construction.
COURSE GOALS:1. Learn and use terminology related to the
construction industry.2. Read and understand various construction
plans.3. Demonstrate the ability to frame floors,
walls and roof structures.4. Demonstrate the ability of framing door and
window openings in a wall.5. Demonstrate ability to install exterior
sheathing and sidings.6. Demonstrate the ability to install drip edge
and shingle a roof.7. Learn basics of house wiring.
VIDEO PRODUCTION IPREREQUISITE: GRADE 11 or 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:This course covers the fundamentals of professional video, sound and production of generating a video product. How to generate, distribute, store and market our school’s video reproduction. Training provides the students with a basic core of knowledge and experimentation skills common to all video productions in the media world. Students will be required to record at least 5 school events and complete personal projects each nine weeks.
COURSE GOALS:1. To analyze basic video, sound and production videos.2. To construct and experiment with basic video equipment.3. To be able to produce, manufacture videos for public viewing.4. To explore the occupational opportunities
and post-secondary video training available.
VIDEO PRODUCTION IIPREREQUISITE: TEACHER CONSENT
COURSE OVERVIEW:This involves the next level of video camera work and editing. Students will create 3 in-depth projects.
Physical Education/Health CurriculumPre: Means prerequisiteCourse Sem Credit Physical Education 2 1.0 Pre: NoneBFS Strength Training 2 1.0 Pre: Grade 10, 11 or 12 and Teacher Consent
Health Education 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 10Driver’s Ed/Safety 1 0.5 Pre: Grade 10PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPREREQUISITE: NONE
COURSE OVERVIEW:The students will be exposed to a variety of individuals and team sports activities. The students will maintain an individual fitness program. Through physical education students will acquire and practice psychomotor, cognitive and affective skills.
COURSE GOALS:1. Develop keen sense of teamwork,
sportsmanship, and fair play through group cooperation and competition.
2. Learn the rules for skills and strategy in a variety of activities.
3. Develop neuromuscular and eye-hand coordination.
4. Establish favorable attitude for individual and team activities regardless of level of skill.
5. Develop an individual fitness program.
BFS STRENGTH TRAININGPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10, 11 OR 12 AND TEACHER CONSENTCOURSE OVERVIEW:This course is designed to develop in each student an understanding of the importance of strength training and the knowledge of how to attain a health-enhancing level of fitness. The components involved are core lifts, auxiliary lifts, plyometric training, flexibility and agility.
COURSE GOALS:1. Understand and apply various strength
training activities.2. Develop and maintain a personal strength
program.3. To develop an understanding of lifetime
benefits gained through strength training activities.
4. To assess your current strength level and how to improve on it.
STUDENTS IN GRADE 12 ONLY MAY BE ENROLLED IN PE AND BFS CONCURRENTLY WITH APPROVAL OF INTRUCTOR
HEALTH EDUCATIONPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10REQUIREMENTCOURSE OVERVIEW:The purpose of this health class is to develop subject area content in a way that applies to each individuals daily life. Personal health will affect one’s quality of life. This course will contain the following topics: Wellness, Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Eating Disorders, Self-Esteem, Stress, Suicide, Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Sexuality, Adolescence, and Diseases.
COURSE GOALS:1. Learn what is necessary to develop and
maintain one’s own physical, emotional and social well being.
2. Realize that it is a lifetime responsibility to help create a healthful environment for everyone.
3. Learn practical ways to apply health information in everyday living.
DRIVER’S EDUCATION/SAFETYPREREQUISITE: GRADE 10 OR HIGHERCOURSE OVERVIEW:The State of Illinois requires that new drivers, under the age of 18, must successfully complete a Driver Education course before receiving a valid driver’s license. This course must consist of a minimum of 30 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 6 hour of behind-the-wheel instruction. Due to the unique nature of Driver Education, this class is to help determine whether or not a student is mentally, emotionally and socially ready to operate a vehicle in the State of Illinois in a safe and responsible manner. Driver Education is a one-semester course.
COURSE GOALS:1. Providing basic instruction in driving
techniques, knowledge of how to handle a car in special circumstances, environments and emergencies.
2. Providing knowledge of local and state motor vehicle traffic laws and ordinances.
3. Educating a far more knowledgeable driver who will know enough about highway safety to demand and support higher standards.
4. An awareness of the relationship between a driver’s physical, mental, and emotional ability to operate an automobile safely.
5. The ability to apply defensive driving strategies, while being alert for the carelessness and mistakes of other drivers, as well as pedestrians.
6. An understanding of the need and reasoning for adequate road and highway markings, traffic signs and signals.
7. The ability to handle and adjust his/her driving to various driving conditions
(Example: Snow, fog, rain crowded streets etc.)
Additional Driver’s Education information and policies are listed on page 42.
Illinois Valley Community CollegePre: Grade 11 or 12, Permission, must pay tuition and book fee to IVCCCourse Sem Credit Psychology 1000 1 3hr. College General PsychologySociology 1000 1 3hr. College Intro to SociologySpeech 1001 1 3hr. College Fundamentals of SpeechPolitical Science 1000 1 3hr. College American National GovernmentPSYCHOLOGY 1000GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY PREREQUISITE: GRADE 12COURSE OVERVIEW:
An introductory course dealing with analysis and description of human behavior with special reference to learning, memory, perception, motivation, emotions, personality and adjustment. Emphasis is placed on psychological principles as they relate to daily life.
SOCIOLOGY 1000INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY PREREQUISITE: GRADE 12COURSE OVERVIEW:An introductory course dealing with basic principles, concepts and terminology. Efforts will be made to develop sociological insights into the study of man, society and culture.
SPEECH FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH PREREQUISITE: GRADE 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:A course in the fundamentals of speech presentation in audience situations with emphasis upon the development of effective organization, voice and movements.
POLITIAL SCIENCE 1000AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT
PREREQUISITE: GRADE 12
COURSE OVERVIEW:The course will introduce students to the Constitution and the formal governmental institutions of the United State of America. Students will also learn about political parties- both modern and historical, lobbying and interest groups, civil liberties, and civil rights. This course will allow students to critically analyze our system of government and to thoughtfully address some of the major dilemmas that face American politics today.
IVCC tuition is not covered by SHS Registration Fees. Separate registration with tuition fees and book costs will be scheduled the first week of school with IVCC.
Summer School Classes offered
Credit Recovery for Math and U.S. History (First and/or Second Semester)Prerequisite: Counselor ApprovalIndividualized computer-based courses are available to help students meet graduation requirements in the subject areas of math (Algebra and Geometry concepts) and U.S. History.
Public Speaking (One Semester ONLY*)Prerequisite: Grade 11, Grade 10 with teacher recommendationFor course overview and goals, see English Curriculum on page12.
Driver’s Education (First and Second Semester*)For course overview and goals, see Physical Education/Health Curriculum on page 38 & 39.1. Students must be 15 years old by June 6, 2011. No exceptions. Class begins on June 6th
and ends on July 18th. Classroom portion meets 90 minutes per day.2. Students must be passing a total of 8 classes in the last two semesters. Freshman year for
Class of 2014 and 8th grade for Class of 2015 will be checked.3. Classroom times and BTW times of summer school will be determined.4. Written tests and eye tests for permits will be given in April or May.
* Depending upon student registration for summer school courses, more than one class may be offered for the above.
FeesThe fee per semester is $50.00. There is an additional fee of $50 for Driver’s Education students. The permit fee is $20 and should be paid in cash when applying for permit in the spring1st Semester Dates: June 6th – June 24th 2nd Semester Dates: June 27th – July 18th
Time:7:30 am – 12 noon dailyRules
- Students can only miss 1 ½ days for a semester class or 3 days total for a two semester class
- Allowances are NOT made for camps or vacations- Students are responsible for their own transportation
- Students are allowed in class or commons only; stay out of areas where custodians are working
- All school rules and regulations pertain to student behavior during summer school including school dress code
These classes are closed to out of district students.
Driver’s Education License PolicyThe Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), in cooperation with the Illinois Secretary of State has developed a new electronic process that will eliminate the need for printing over 127,000 blue slips every year for Driver’s Education students. Driver’s education instructors will be allowed to submit student names and data via the new Driver Education Student Course Work Completion System (part of the ISBE web application security system.)
Upon completion of the Driver’s Education Course with a passing grade, the students name and class data will be submitted so that it can be accessed by the new Illinois Secretary of State (ISOS) system at he Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
As of January 1, 2008 there are numerous new laws that will be in effect pertaining to these new drivers. Listed below are some of the more pertinent ones and the web site to review them. The web site is www.cyberdriveillinois.com and are some of the major parts:There are 3 phases of the Graduated Driver Licensing System –
a. PERMIT PHASE – Drivers Age 15b. INITIAL LICENSING PHASE – Drivers Age 16-17c. FULL LICENSING PHASE – Drivers Age 18-20
Under the Permit Phase, the permit is valid for 2 years, but must be held for a minimum of nine months. Students also must practice driving with the parents for 50 hours; this must include 10 hours of night driving. Driving time with the instructor cannot be counted toward the 50 hours. Cell phone use while driving is against the law for drivers under the age of 18. Conviction of a serious moving violation results in a six-month waiting period before applying for a driver’s license. Anyone caught driving without a permit will be ineligible to obtain a driver’s license until the age of 18.
Under the Initial Licensing Phase, the student must complete a state-approved driver education course. For the first six months of licensing, or until the driver is age 18, whichever occurs first, the number of passengers is limited to one person under the age of 20, unless the additional passenger (s) is a sibling/step-sibling or child/step/child of the driver. After this period, the number of passengers is limited to one in the front seat and the number of safety belts in the back seat. Parental or guardian consent is required to obtain a license. A parent must verify that a minimum of 50 hours of practice driving, including 10 hours of night driving, has been completed.
Once a student’s name has been submitted to the ISOS system, the instructor will receive a confirmation and the student will be allowed to go to the nearest DMV to take the driving test. Each student will need to provide their original birth certificate, student ID and Social Security Number Card plus their 50 hour driving log and the exam receipt and test from the school BTW exam.
Driver’s Education Freshman PolicyFreshman are allowed to take summer Driver’s Education if the student is 15 years of age on the first
day of the summer class.Freshman are now allowed to take Driver’s Education during the second semester of their freshman
year depending on availability of space and with administrative recommendation. Freshman will be offered available spots during the second semester based on their age with the oldest freshman given top priority.
Seneca High SchoolCo-Curricular Activities
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