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19404 HIATT STREET

POST OFFICE BOX 560

LORANGER, LOUISIANA 70446

OFFICE: (985) 878-6271

FAX: (985) 878-4875

WEBSITE: HTTP://WWW.TANGISCHOOLS.ORG/LHS

TORRENCE JOSEPH , PRINCIPAL STEPHEN WEAVER , ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

AMBER ANTHONY , ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

TERESA PERRY , GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

FRANCIS HABISREITINGER , GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It shall be the policy of the Tangipahoa Parish School Board that the school district shall place an equal emphasis upon the nondiscriminatory provision of educational opportunities for children and no person shall be denied the benefits of any education program or activity on the basis of race, color, handicap, creed, national origin, age, or sex. All programs offered by schools within the school district shall be open to all students in compliance with statutory and judicial requirements.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION 2

BELL SCHEDULES 2

GENERAL PROCEDURES 2

CLUB DAY SCHEDULE 5

GRADING POLICY 7

TECHNOLOGY GUIDELINES 9

BUS/CARPOOL PROCEDURES 6

END-OF-COURSE TESTING/ACT 10

NCAA REQUIREMENTS 11

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 12

ACADEMIES 16

JUMPSTART PATHWAYS 17

COURSE OFFERINGS 18

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 20

COURSE INTEREST WORKSHEET 34

The mission of Loranger High School is to instill high standards for learning, honor, and service.

NOTE: This publication was printed prior to the end of the 2016 school

year; therefore, updates may follow.

The following information about Loranger High School and its policies and

procedures is provided for your information. Although some information may

“overlap” some guidelines in the Tangipahoa Parish System Student & Parent Handbook,

this Loranger guide does not supersede, replace, or intentionally duplicate the

parish handbook. Instead, its purpose is to give you a source of information

particularly and specifically relevant to Loranger High School.

The purpose of this guide is also to help you and your parents make better decisions concerning your course selections for the coming year. It is essential that you think seriously about a particular subject before scheduling it. It is also important to use this booklet for an overall plan for your entire school career. Each class that you choose should be a part of an overall plan. Read this guide carefully and discuss your plans with your parents.

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BELL SCHEDULES

Regular Daily Schedule

7:53-8:08 Advisory

8:12-9:05 1st Period

9:09-10:02 2nd Period

10:06-10:59 3rd Period

11:03-11:56 4th Period

11:57-12:27 Lunch A

12:00-12:50 5th Period (Group B)

12:50-1:20 Lunch B

12:30-1:20 5th Period (Group A)

1:23-2:09 6th Period


Pep Rally/Assembly Schedule

7:53-7:56 Advisory


8:47-9:32 2nd Period

9:35-10:20 3rd Period

10:23-11:08 4th Period

11:11-11:56 Pep Rally/Assembly

11:57-12:27 Lunch A


12:50-1:20 Lunch B




PBIS Activity Schedule

7:53-7:56 Advisory


8:47-9:32 2nd Period

9:35-10:20 3rd Period

10:23-11:08 4th Period

11:11-11:56 6th Period

11:57-12:27 Lunch A


12:50-1:20 Lunch B



2:13-2:59 PBIS Activity

ATTENDANCE POLICY

In accordance with state law, it is the responsibility of every parent or legal guardian of a child between the ages of seven (7) and eighteen (18) to enforce the attendance of his or her child at the school in which the student is enrolled. In grades 9-12, the minimum attendance requirements are 83.5 days per semester, which allow six (6) days of absence per semester. More than six days of absence could result in receiving “No Credit”. Upon the third unexcused absence, the student will be referred to Truancy Court. Upon the fifth unexcused absence, the student will be reported to Families in Need of Services (FINS).

GENERAL INFORMATION

CHECKING IN/OUT

Students have the option to buy and use locks. Student are responsible for their own things. The school does not/cannot guarantee the security of student’s valuables, books, or personal belongings.

Dress code rules apply for all school-related activities. Students must follow rules set by the Tangipahoa Parish School System as outlined in the TPSS Student & Parent Handbook. Discipline for dress code violation shall follow Parish policy.

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A parent or guardian must sign a student out from school by coming to the main office, with proper identification, and signing the student out in person.

Any student leaving at a time other than the normal dismissal time must sign out in the office. Also, any student returning to school for any reason must sign in at the office to return.

For their student’s protection, the office will not relay telephone messages to students for changes in a student’s day. If a parent wishes to alter the day’s agenda for his or her child, that parent must either come in person or fax a handwritten request bearing his/her signature, date and a copy of their driver’s license.

LOCKERS

DRESS CODE

Every student is given information about free or reduced meals, and applications may be completed online on the

TPSS website. Applications should be completed before or very near the beginning of the school year. All meals

consumed prior to the processing of the form must be paid for. Prices are as follows: Breakfast - $1.00; Lunch -

$2.00.

CAFETERIA MEALS

OBLIGATIONS

An obligation list will be submitted for each student that must be paid prior to graduation. Students will be charged for any lost, stolen, or damaged textbooks, equipment, or library books. Obligations will also be submitted for ID’s, car/parking registration, library fines, club dues, class fees, insurance, sports equipment, cafeteria meals, or any other fees/fines the student fails to pay.


EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY

the assigned schedule until notified by the counselor. All changes must be made within five (5) days after the first full day of each semester.

Schedule changes will not be made except under the following circumstances:

To correct errors

To make adjustments for graduation purposes

To avoid taking a class previously passed

To accommodate extenuating circumstances

To satisfy course prerequisites

To meet verifiable health reasons

Students must obtain a Change Request Form from the guidance office. The form must be signed by a parent/guardian and returned prior to the posted deadline. Parent permission is required for all schedule changes. The counselor will call the student from class for a meeting to discuss the request. The student will continue to follow

The following activities are available for student participation:

Athletics: football, baseball, softball, volleyball, boy’s and girl’s track &

field, boy’s and girl’s basketball, golf

Arts & Performance: cheer, competition cheer, Wolfettes, color guard,

marching band, concert band, talented music, talented art, talented theater Academic/Honors: BETA, National Honor Society

LETTERMAN JACKET POLICY

It is the policy of the LHS Athletic Department to award letterman jackets during the junior year. Each head coach

is responsible for determining the criteria to be approved by the principal and the athletic director. The

document, as it pertains to a particular sport, will then be signed by athlete and parent and kept on file. If the

student athlete quits the team, drops out of school, or is dismissed from the team prior to the awarding of the

jacket, he/she is no longer eligible to receive the jacket. In the event the jacket has already been awarded and the

athlete quits, drops out, or is dismissed from the team, the athlete must reimburse the school for the cost of the

jacket.

ACTIVITY INSURANCE

All students participating in extra-curricular activities are required to pay the following amounts for insurance coverage.

Football $30.00 1st Activity $20.00 2nd Activity $15.00 3rd Activity $10.00 Each Club $5.00

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CLUB MEETING & F IELD TRIP POLICY

In order for students to participate in field trips, they must be in good standing in all classes and have a satisfactory attendance record. Students will not be allowed to participate in field trips if they have a grade of F or D in any class at the time of the activity. Also, students must not be in danger of surpassing the number of allowed unexcused absences for the semester.

CLUB PARTICIPATION

Loranger High School offers students a variety of clubs and organizations based on student interest. Clubs will meet during the hours listed in the table below on the first Wednesday of each month from September through April.

CLUB DAY SCHEDULE

Hour Club Sponsor Location

1 FCA/FCS Kerr Cafeteria

1 Honor Society Bailey MB 11

2 4-H Verberne MB 4

2 Debate/Mock Trial Starkey TBA

3 Spanish Gill & Dagro TBA

3 BETA Bankston & Stewart Gym

4 FFA Ponder & Santangelo Ag 2

4 FBLA Bailey & Hurley Gym

5 Student Council Lavigne TBA

6 SADD Gill & Lavigne TBA

6 Talent Search TBA


VEHICLES ON CAMPUS

It is important to remember that having a vehicle on campus is a privilege – not a right. Violation of school driving/parking rules can/will result in financial penalties or loss of driving privileges.

All vehicles must be registered in the office. Registration tags are $15.00. Replacement tags are $10.00. Cars on campus without registration tags will be fined $5.00 per incident.

Students may ONLY park in the parking lots located on the north side of Hiatt Street across from the office and the north end of the football field.

All students will enter the parking areas following the flow of traffic for correct parking. For example, all vehicles must enter the east entrance of the lot across from the main office.

Students are not allowed to remain in their vehicles after arriving at school, and they may not return to their vehicles during the school day without a written pass from a teacher or the office.

Playing loud, vulgar, or sexually suggestive song lyrics will result in a loss of driving privileges.

Reckless operation of a vehicle will result in the loss of driving privileges for the remainder of the school year or for an appropriate period of time. This includes acceleration that causes gravel to hit buildings or other vehicles, driving at high speeds through school zones, and incorrect parking.

BUS RULES

A school bus is an extension of the school and all school rules apply to the bus. A school bus with undisciplined passengers is a hazardous bus. The misbehavior of the students can lead to accidents. The driver must concentrate on the driving task at hand and cannot be expected to discipline students constantly while the bus is in motion. Therefore, for the safe operation of the school bus, students should be aware of and obey all Bus Rules as outlined in the TPSS Student & Parent Handbook.

MORNING CARPOOL PROCEDURES

Loranger High School students may only be dropped off in carpool in front of the high school gymnasium. Students are not allowed to be dropped off in front of the main building. Due to the large number of people on campus at LHS, as well as Loranger Elementary and Middle Schools, it is imperative that all traffic flows according to the procedures to avoid accidents and injury. All carpool drivers must enter campus on Magnolia Street between the football field and the auditorium. Vehicles will proceed to St. Amant Street and turn right. Students should exit vehicles on the passenger side only in front of the high school gym. Then, proceed to the end of St. Amant where vehicles may turn right or left to exit campus.


TPSS GRADING POLICY

Students will earn a minimum of six (6) grades each six-weeks. The six weeks grade report is a progress report, not a report card. Grades are cumulative until the end of a semester. The grades on student’s third six-weeks and sixth six-weeks progress reports are the semester grades, and these are grades posted to the student’s official transcript.

Grading Scale (Regular Classes)

Grade Percentage

A 100-93

B 92-85

C 84-75

D 74-67

F 66-0

Grading Scale (Honors Classes)

Grade Percentage

A 100-90

B 89-80

C 79-70

D 69-60

F 59-0

LOUISIANA ’S TUITION OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS (TOPS)

This program awards college, university, or state technical college tuition to Louisiana high school graduates at a Louisiana college or university who met specific academic standards. To receive the TOPS award, students must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 in the core curricula courses and must have an ACT score equal to or greater than the state’s prior year average. The annual award amount varies since it is based on the amount of tuition and mandatory fees charged by individual institutions. TOPS offers five award programs.

The application for TOPS award begins with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form must be filed within the deadlines for priority consideration and to avoid penalties. The FAFSA form must be received by the final state deadline set by the TOPS office. A FAFSA form may be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It is the student and parent’s responsibility to fill out the FAFSA form and to meet the required deadlines.

Additional information about TOPS course progressions can be found on pages 13 and 14.

CLASS FEES

The majority of classes at Loranger High School require a five dollar ($5) class fee; however, classes with lab activities will require additional fees. See the list of exceptions below:

Science classes—$10.00 Family Consumer Science classes—See p. 28 Visual Arts—See pp. 26-27 Physical Education—Cost of P.E. uniform in place of $5 fee

A final semester grade of D or better earns credit as follows: 1 semester = ½ credit 2 semesters – 1 credit 1st semester F + 2nd semester D = ½ credit for the year 1st semester F + 2nd semester C = 1 credit for the year

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GRADE CLASSIFICATIONS

Grade and Advisory classification are determined by the number of units earned by the beginning of the school year. The classification is changed at the end of each semester if needed.

Grading Classifications

Level Units Earned

Freshman 0-5

Sophomore 5.5-11

Junior 11.5-17

Senior 17.5+

CARNEGIE UNITS (EARNED CREDITS)

INDIVIDUAL GRADUATION PLAN REQUIREMENTS (IGP)

By the end of the eighth grade, each student shall develop, with the input of his/her family, an Individual Graduation Plan (IGP). The purpose of the IGP document and related activities are as follows: explore educational and career opportunities, make appropriate secondary/postsecondary decisions as part of an overall career plan, plan based on the student’s talents and interests, and consider graduation requirements relevant to the student’s chosen area of concentration and postsecondary entrance requirements.

The student, parents/guardians, and counselor will review the plan and initial the respective grade level regardless of changes annually. IGP’s with original signatures will be kept on file at the school.

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TECHNOLOGY GUIDELINES

Loranger High School will continue implementing the Tangipahoa Parish’s BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy for the 2016-2017 school year. Students will be able to bring their own technology devices (e.g., any brand of laptop or tablet, iPod Touch, and smartphones) for use in the school setting. A filtered Internet connection on our wireless network will be provided for student use. Students may use their technology devices to support instructional activities occurring in the classroom. Each teacher has the discretion to allow and regulate the use of personal devices in the classroom and on specific projects. Students participating in the BYOD program must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, Student Handbook, Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), all TPSS policies, and the attached guidelines regarding BYOD.

Guidelines:

Students must have a signed BYOD Agreement and Acceptable Use Policy on file.

Student devices must contain the appropriate TPSS MDM profile to allow for remote management by the district during school hours.

Students must follow each teacher’s BYOD policy while in their classroom. The device must be concealed and powered off in all other instances during the school day. Personal devices may NOT be used for non-instructional purposes during the school day. Unauthorized use

will result in confiscation of the device and disciplinary action. Student devices should only be used with the “TPSS Guest Wireless Network”, and under no circumstances

should privately owned devices be physically plugged into the school network connection points. Students are NOT permitted to use their own 3G/4G network, as this is a violation of the TPSS Acceptable

Use Agreement and the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Students may not use personal technology devices to establish a wireless network.

Students may not use a personal technology device to photograph, record audio or video while on District property or while engaged in school-sponsored activities unless approved by school personnel.

Students are required to give devices to school personnel when directed. Refusal to comply with such directives will be considered insubordination and the students will be subject to disciplinary action.

Student removal of a memory chip or battery from a personal technology device in the process of being confiscated is considered grounds for disciplinary action.

The District reserves the right to collect and examine any personal technology devices brought to school. Students who have a revocation of technology privileges are not allowed to bring in a portable electronic

device. The District is not responsible for any data plan charges students incur during their participation in the BYOD

Program. Personal devices must be charged prior to bringing them to school; accommodations will not be made for

charging devices at school. Printing from personal technology devices will not be possible at school.

Loranger High School will NOT service any personal technology device, which includes troubleshooting, software or hardware issues. Students are responsible for securing their devices and making sure they have up-to-date anti-virus software installed, if applicable.

Tangipahoa Parish School District, nor Loranger High School, are responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen devices/equipment.

Students must pass three End-of Course tests in the following categories:

English II or English III

Algebra I or Geometry

Biology or U.S. History

The EOC test score shall count as 15% of the final grade for the course. The score ranges and Achievement Levels are as follows:

END-OF-COURSE TESTS (EOC)

LOCAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

AMERICAN COLLEGE TEST (ACT)

The ACT is a college entrance exam. All high school juniors are required to take the ACT. The scores a student earns on the ACT will be used on college applications and qualification for TOPS. The score a student earns on this test does not impact high school grades or graduation. The test can be taken numerous times, but preparation is helpful when trying to increase your score. ACT Preparation material can be accessed through the school and public library and various websites. Tests taken in addition to the one administered at Loranger High must be registered for online at www.act.org. Students may qualify for a fee waiver that can be requested from the guidance counselor’s office.


EOC Achievement Levels

Excellent A

Good B

Fair C

Needs Improvement

D/F

Since a seven-period day schedule has been funded to enhance education opportunities for high school students, it is the intent of the Tangipahoa Parish School District to have students complete four full years of a high school education. Seniors are required to enroll in four (4) classes for credit during both semesters of their senior year.

It is strongly recommended that students who wish to get an early start in college participate in concurrent enrollment, CLEP testing, or Dual Enrollment courses.

If you are entering a Division I or II college or university after high school graduation, your NCAA initial eligibility will be evaluated using core-course standards listed below. Students first entering a Division I collegiate institution on or after August I, 2008 must meet the 16 core-course rule.

A graduate from high school must have successfully completed the core courses as listed below and have a core-course grade-point average (based on a 4.000 scale) and a combined score on the SAT or a sum score on the ACT based on the new core GPA/test score index. (See Counselor for index).

Division I 2008 and after 16 Core Courses:

4 years of English 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science 1 year of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language)

Division II 16 Core Courses (2013 and beyond):

3 years of English

2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)

2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school)

3 years of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science

2 years of social science

4 years of additional courses (from any area above, or foreign language)

- students are encouraged to register during the junior year

- courses taken at the junior high do not count toward eligibility

- must register online

*As of 2016, 10 of the 16 core classes will be locked in by the end of the junior year and cannot be repeated.

** Beginning August 1, 2016,

athlete must earn at least

2.3 core GPA to be eligible to compete.

NCAA ATHLETIC REQUIREMENTS

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All students entering Loranger High School as a first-time freshmen will follow the LA Core 4 Curriculum. At the end of either their sophomore year, the students may wish to opt out of the LA Core 4 Curriculum by having a parent or guardian sign and file with the school a written statement asserting their consent to the student graduation without completing the LA Core 4 Curriculum and acknowledging that one consequence of not completing it may be ineligibility to enroll into a Louisiana four-year public college or university.

LA CORE 4 CURRICULUM (Only for graduating class of 2017) This curriculum requires twenty-four (24) units as detailed in this guide. Completion of this curriculum is required for freshman admission into a four-year Louisiana public university. Eligibility for TOPS as well as entrance to Louisiana public universities also relies on earning a minimum required GPA as well as minimum required ACT composite scores and sub-scores.

BASIC CORE CURRICULUM (Only for graduating class of 2017) At the end of the sophomore year, a student may have opted out of the LA Core 4 Curriculum by having a parent or guardian sign and file with the school a written statement asserting their consent to the student graduating without completing the LA Core 4 curriculum and acknowledging that one consequence of not completing it may be ineligibility to enroll into a Louisiana four-year public college or university. Student completing the Basic Core Curriculum must complete a career area of concentration to earn a high school diploma. After graduation, students may pursue a career and technical education at a two year technical or community college.

LOUISIANA TOPS UNIVERISTY CURRICULUM (For graduating class of 2018 and subsequent classes) The successful completion of the Louisiana TOPS University Diploma Curriculum requires a minimum of twenty-four (24) units in specific courses as detailed in this course description guide. Students who successfully complete this curriculum will have completed the minimum required curriculum as a component of TOPS eligibility as well as Louisiana a public university freshman entrance requirements. Eligibility for TOPS, as well as entrance to Louisiana public universities, also relies on earning a minimum required GPA and a minimum required ACT composite score and sub-scores.

LA JUMPSTART CAREER CURRICULUM (For beginning class of 2014-15 and beyond) Jump Start is the state’s new initiative for school districts, colleges, and businesses to collaborate in providing career courses and workplace experiences to high school students, allowing them to continue their education after high school, certifying them for career fields most likely to lear to high-wage jobs. A parent or guardian must sign and file a written statement with the school asserting their consent to the student graduating without completing the LA TOPS University Curriculum.

While in high school, participating students will be provided more time during the school day to achieve industry certificates or college credentials in addition to their high school diplomas. These credentials will qualify graduates to continue their studies after high school at a community or technical college OR to launch a career upon graduating. This diploma is an option for student entering high school beginning in the fall of 2014. Students completing the Jump Start Career Curriculum must complete a Jump Start Pathway of nine (9) pathway credits, with a total of twenty-three (23) high school credits, an industry based certification for the chosen pathway, and pass three of the six End of Course (EOC) tests to earn a high school diploma.

H IGH SCHOOL GRADUATION OPTIONS


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LA Core 4/LA TOPS University Curriculum Graduating Class of 2017 & Beyond

Courses Credit Earned

Credit Needed

English 4

English I 1

English II 1

English III 1

English IV 1

Mathematics 4

Algebra I 1

Geometry 1

Algebra II 1

Advanced Math 1

Social Studies 4

World Geography 1

Civics 1

American History 1

World History 1

Science 4

Physical Science 1

Biology 1

Chemistry 1

Physics/Biology II 1

Physical Education/Health 2

Physical Education I 1

Physical Education II .5

Health .5

Fine Arts 3

Foreign Language 2

Fine Arts Survey, Music, 1

Electives 3

Electives (3 credits) 3

24 Total Credits

Basic Core Curriculum Graduating Class of 2017


Credit Needed

English 4

English I 1

English II 1

English III 1

English IV 1

Mathematics 4

Algebra I 1

Geometry 1

Algebra II, Math Essentials, or Financial Math

2

Social Studies 3

World Geography 1

Civics 1

American History 1

Science 3

Biology 1

Physical Science, Chemistry. 1

Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry, or

1

Physical Education/Health 2

Physical Education I 1

Physical Education II .5

Health .5

Electives 8

Electives (3 credits)

* Shall include minimum courses required to complete Career/Technical area of concentration

8

Total Credits 24


TOPS REQUIRMENTS FOR GRADUATES OF 2016, 2017, 2018 & Beyond


Credit Needed

English 4

English I 1

English II 1

English III 1

English IV 1

Mathematics 4

Algebra I 1

Algebra II 1

Geometry 1

Advanced math 1

Social Studies 4

World Geography 1

Civics 1

American History 1

World History 1

Science 4

Biology I or II 1

Chemistry 1

Physical Science, Environmen-tal Science, or Physics

2

Fine Arts 1

Fine Arts Survey, Music, Thea-ter, or Art

1

Foreign Language 2

Foreign Language I 1

Foreign Language II

(2 unites of the same language)

1

Total Credits 19

TOPS TECH REQUIREMENTS for 2-Year Technical or Community Colleges

GRADUATES OF 2015 & Beyond


Credit Needed

English I 1

English II 1

English III 1

English IV or Senior Applications

1

Algebra I 1

Geometry, Algebra II, Financial Math, Math Essentials, or Ad-vanced Math

2

Civics 1

American History 1

World History or World Geography

1

Biology I 1

Physical Science, Environmental Science, or Physics, Biology II, Agriscience I and II, or Chemistry

2

REMAINING COURSES MUST BE SLEECTED FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TWO OPTIONS:

Fine Arts Survey or (substitute 2 unites of performance course) or (1 unit elective from the core cur-riculum)

1

IBCA or related computer course 1

Foreign Language I 1

Foreign Language II (2 unites of the same language)

1

Total Credits 19

TOPS REQUIREMENTS SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR ANNUAL CHANGES.

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Jump Start Career Curriculum For GRADUATES of 2018 & Beyond


Credit Needed

English 4

English I 1

English II 1

English III 1

English IV or Business English 1

Mathematics 4

Algebra I 1

Geometry, Algebra II, Financial Math, Math Essentials, or Ad-vanced Math

3

Social Studies 2

Civics 1

American History 1

Science 2

Biology I 1

Physical Science, Environmental Science, or Chemistry

1

Physical Education/Health

Physical Education I or JROTC I 1

Physical Education II or JROTC II .5

Health (JROTC I and II will substi-tute for .5 Health for Classes of 2014 and subsequent classes)

.5

Electives

Shall include minimum courses required to complete Career/Technical Jump Start Pathway with required certification.

9

Total Credits 23

Louisiana’s Jump Start program is a new paradigm for career and technical education (CTE), requiring students to attain an industry-promulgated, industry-valued credential in order to graduate high school.

Jump Start regional teams – consisting of school districts, colleges, businesses and workforce / economic development experts – collaborate to provide career courses and workplace experiences to high school students. Students have the opportunity in high school to earn industry-valued, industry-promulgated credentials in the career fields most likely to lead to high-wage jobs, while preparing them to continue their post-secondary education (in 2- and 4- year colleges) and career development.

https://www.louisianabelieves.com/courses/all-things-jump-start/

JUMP START


ACADEMIES

Each student at Loranger High will be a member of one of five academies. These academies are designed to foster a culture of success and ensure that all students are working to achieve credentials in areas that can be utilized after graduation. Students are encouraged to select an academy that aligns to their future goals; however, if while in high school, their plans change, they will be moved to the academy that aligns with their change.

LHS

CAREER FIELDS AFFILIATED WITH EACH ACADEMY

Science & Technology: Nurse, Medical Record Technician, Medical Office Clerk, Graphic Designer, Software Developer, Computer System Operator Hospitality & Tourism: Chef, Dietician, Nutritionist, Restaurant Manager, Lodging Manager Business: Sales, Retail, Store Manager, Office Supervisor, Financial Manager Government: Corrections Officer, Court Clerk, Policeman, Fireman, Dispatcher Vocational: Carpenter, Electrician, Welder, Boilermaker, Pipefitter, Derrick Operator

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ACADEMIES

Jump Start Pathways Certifications Available

Science and Technology

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CNA Certification/Technical Diploma

Internet Web Foundations CIW Associate/Technical Diploma

Hospitality and Tourism

Hospitality Serv Safe

ProStart Serv Safe Certification/ProStart Technical Diploma

ProStart National Certification

Vocational

Carpentry Carpentry Level 1

Welding Carpentry Level 2

Electricity Welding Level 1

T2 Safety Oil & Gas Welding Level 2

Agriculture Technician Electrical Level 1

Welder's Helper Electrical Level 2

Production Safety T2

NCCER Core

Business

Business Management Microsoft (Word, Excel, Power Point) Specialist

Customer Service

Government

Public Service FEMA National Incident Management Systems

LORANGER H IGH COURSE OFFERINGS


English Science Communications Foreign Language

English I Biology I Speech Spanish I

English I* Biology I* Publications Spanish II

English II Anatomy & Physiology Spanish 101DE

English II* Environmental Science

English III Chemistry*

English III* Chemistry 101DE

English IV Physics*

English 101 DE

Mathematics Social Studies Physical Education Credit Recovery

Algebra I Civics Physical Education I Edgenuity

Algebra I* Civics* Physical Education II

Geometry World Geography Physical Education III

Geometry* World Geography* Physical Education IV

Algebra II World History Student Focus Athletic PE

Algebra II* World History* Freshmen Seminar Health

Advanced Math Western Civilization DE

Advanced Math* American History

Math Essentials American History*

Math 161 DE Criminal Justice

Economics

LORANGER H IGH COURSE OFFERINGS , CONT .

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Business Education & Computer Technology

Special Education Agriscience & Industrial Technology

Intro to Business Computer Applications Study Skills I Agriscience I

Business Computer Applications Study Skills II Agriscience II

Entrepreneurship Study Skills III Agriscience III

Financial Mathematics Study Skills IV NCCER Core

Business English PreHiSet Math NCCER Carpentry I

Accounting PreHiSet English NCCER Welding I

Desktop Publishing Functional Language NCCER Electricity I

Principles of Business Functional Math Production Safety Systems T-2

Internet Web Foundations Functional Science Oil and Gas Production

Customer Service Occupational Prep

Reading

Life Skills

Family & Consumer Science Fine Arts Performing Arts

FCS I Art I Beginning Band

FCS II Art II Advanced Band

Nutrition Art III Choir

Advanced Nutrition Fine Arts Survey

ENGLISH


ENGLISH I

Grade 9 Students will read and analyze selections from various literary genres in a thematic format. Vocabulary study and grammar review are integrated with the literature. Students will improve writing skills using the writing process to develop various forms of paragraphs and essays. All students will take a District End of Year exam.

ENGLISH I (HONORS)

Grade 9 Prerequisite: Advanced or Mastery score on PARCC ELA test English I Honors is designed for the student with high reading ability and strong interest in developing writing skills. Students read and analyze nonfiction, short stories, epic drama, poetry, and selected novels of World and American Literature. Writing will focus on using the writing process to develop various types of essays and literary analysis. Vocabulary study will include new words from literary selections. All students will take a District End of Year exam.

ENGLISH II

Grade 10 Prerequisite: Credit for English I English II is a survey of world literature including poetry, drama, short stories, and selected novels. Students review grammar skills with an emphasis on usage and sentence structure. Students will study vocabulary through literary content and use the writing process to develop various types of essays. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ENGLISH II (HONORS) Grade 10 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Honors English I or English I Honors English II is designed for the student with strong critical thinking skills, high reading ability, and an interest in developing good writing. Students read and analyze nonfiction, short stories, epic drama, poetry and selected novels of World and American Literature. Writing will be focused on using the writing process to develop various types of essays and literary analysis. Vocabulary study will include new words from literary selections. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ENGLISH III

Grade 11 Prerequisite: Credit in English I and II English III is a chronological survey of American literature from the Colonial Period to contemporary times. Students will review historical background and analyze works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Novel study will be based on state and parish curriculum along with teacher recommended selections. Students will learn terminology to analyze complex literature and work to develop improved reading comprehension skills. Students will work to improve writing style and sentence structure through essay writing. They will utilize research and technology in a formal research paper assignment. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ENGLISH III (HONORS) Grade 11 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better English II Honors or English II English III Honors is an intensive chronological survey of American literature focusing on historical background, biography, and literary analysis. Students will work to improve writing style with focus on exposition and persuasion. Students will review sentence structure and usage through essay writing. A formal research paper assignment will utilize research and technology skills. Novel study will be based on state and parish curriculum along with teacher recommended selections. Various group and individual assignments will require research and presentation. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ENGLISH IV Grade 12 Prerequisite: Credit in English I, II, and III English IV is an introduction to British and world literature from the first story ever put in print to the work of contemporary British and international writers. Students will read and analyze novels from state and local curriculum and a teacher approved list. Writing and technology skills will be developed through composition in various modes. Students will also be required to complete several essays utilizing MLA format throughout the course. All students will take a District End of Year exam. All students will be offered the opportunity to take the CLEP test for college credit.

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ENGLISH IV (DUAL ENROLLMENT) Grade 12 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better English III Honors or English III ENGL 101. Freshman Composition. Credit 3 hours. Required of all students who do not qualify for English 102, 121H or 122H. Instruction and practice in the basic principles of expository writing: the paragraph and the whole composition—the methods of development, the thesis, the outline and organization, the structure and style. Instruction in functional grammar, sentence structure, diction and spelling, punctuation and mechanics, in direct relation to the student's writing. Dual Enrollment credit is available for students who meet the qualifying criteria. At this time, a minimum ACT or Plan score of 18 is required along with a minimum English subscore of 18. Dual Enrollment will carry a cost if the student elects to pursue it.

ALGEBRA I Grade 9 This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this class. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ALGEBRA I (HONORS)

Grade 9 Prerequisite: Advanced or Mastery on PARCC math test This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. Emphasis is placed on real world applications. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this course. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

MATHEMATICS

GEOMETRY

Grades 10 Prerequisite: Credit for Algebra I This course includes the structure of geometric relationships in a plane, properties of angles and perpendicular lines, methods of reasoning and types of simple proofs, recognition and application of an angle, the characteristics of a circle, perimeter, area, and volume of geometric figures. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

GEOMETRY (HONORS)

Grade 9-10 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better Algebra I Honors or Algebra I This course covers all topics discussed in Geometry but more emphasis is placed on applications. Additional topics covered include trigonometry, polygons, similar triangles, and probability. Appropriate use of scientific and graphing calculators, manipulative and applications software will be an integral part of the instruction and assessment. Emphasis is placed on independent modeling, practice, discovery and problem-solving assignments and projects. Students will be expected to demonstrate transferring of geometric concepts to new and different situations. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ALGEBRA II Grades 11 Prerequisite: Credit for Algebra I and Geometry This course includes working with properties of real numbers, sets and set notation, equations and inequalities, graphing systems of equations, relations and functions, rational expressions, radicals and quadratic functions, complex numbers and quadratic equations, conic sections and exponential and logarithmic functions. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this class. All students will take a District End of Year exam.

ENGLISH MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS


ALGEBRA II (HONORS) Grades 11 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better Geometry Honors or Geometry This course covers all topics presented in Algebra II on level but in greater depth. More emphasis is placed on theory, derivation, and real world applications. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this course. All students will take a District End of Year exam.

ADVANCED MATH PRE-CALCULUS Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II Pre-Calculus topics include a review of Algebra II, the nature of graphs of polynomial and rational functions, trigonometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, and polar coordinates. All students will take a District End of Year exam. All students will be offered the opportunity to take a CLEP exam for college credit.

ADVANCED MATH PRE-CALCULUS (HONORS) Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better Algebra II Honors or Algebra II Pre-Calculus Honors topics include a review of Algebra II, the nature of graphs of polynomial and rational functions, trigonometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, and polar coordinates. All students will take a District End of Year exam. All students will be offered the opportunity to take a CLEP exam for college credit. Dual Enrollment credit is available for students who meet the qualifying criteria. At this time, a minimum ACT or Plan score of 18 is required along with a minimum math subscore of 19. Dual Enrollment will carry a cost if the student elects to pursue it.

MATH ESSENTIALS Grade 11 Prerequisite: Credit for Algebra 1 and Geometry This course is designed for students who may require review of previous mathematics concepts before proceeding to Algebra II OR for those students who have taken Algebra II that may require further review of mathematic topics. This course primarily focuses on those topics that would be valuable in the work place as well as in post-secondary education. Topics include: statistics, probability, basic geometry, and functions.

BIOLOGY Grade 10 A laboratory class based on the study of living things beginning at the cellular level and advancing to a study of systems. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

BIOLOGY (HONORS) Grades 9-10 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better Environmental Science, or a score of Mastery or better on the LEAP Science test A generalized study of living things. The course includes a study of cells, cellular chemistry, plant and animal structure and function as well as studies of genetics and human systems. The course is laboratory oriented. The pace of this course will be faster than other Biology classes. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

BIOLOGY II (HONORS) Grade 11-12

Prerequisite: Credit for Biology I and Physical Science or Chemistry

This course covers material that is usually taught in a one-year (2 semester) college general biology course. The subject matter covers the broad field of the biological sciences, organized into three major areas: molecular/cellular biology, organisms, and population biology. CLEP testing credit is available for all student enrolled in the course.

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Credit for Biology I and Physical Science or Chemistry

Introduction to structure and function of the human body. Topics include a review of cells, tissues and systems of the human body. This course is designed for students planning a career in the medical field or kinesiology. All students will complete a comprehensive final exam.

PHYSICS Grade 12 Prerequisite: Physical Science, Chemistry, Biology, and Algebra I, and Algebra II This course consists of a study of force, motion, work, energy, machines, fluids, magnetism, electricity, electronics, radiation, sound and light. This is a math/ laboratory-based course that deals with the application of the natural laws and with problem solving. All students will complete a comprehensive final exam.

SCIENCE

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade 9 Environmental science is the study of human interactions with the environment designed to provide students with a balanced approach to the diverse study of the environment. Emphasis in the course is the study of science and the development of thinking and decision making skills. The field of environmental science offers a rare occasion to apply many different sciences to extend our knowledge of both our world and its inhabitants. The study will provide students with the science background they need to analyze for themselves many of the issues concerning our environment. Students will improve their awareness of environmental problems we are facing now and will be facing in the future. All students will take a District End of Year Assessment.

CHEMISTRY Grade 11

Prerequisite: Enrolled in or completed Algebra II Topics covered will include measurement and quantitative analysis using the SI system, the language of Chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, atomic structure and theory, propertied of elements and their periodicity, use of the periodic table, chemical bonding, the nature of chemical reactions and representing reactions, the mole concept and stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, neutralization and the gas laws. All students will take a District End of Year Assessment.

CHEMISTRY (DUAL ENROLLMENT) Grade 11 Prerequisite: Credit for Biology I, Physical Science, and completed or currently enrolled in Algebra II CHEM 101 – General Chemistry I (for non-science majors). Credit 3 hours. The first of a two semester sequence covering the following general topics: metric and temperature conversions, density, calorimetry, mixtures/compounds/elements, chemical and physical properties, structure of the atom and electron configuration, periodic table, bonding, chemical formulas and nomenclature, moles, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, gas laws, and properties of gases, liquids and solids Dual Enrollment credit is available for students who meet the qualifying criteria. At this time, a minimum ACT or Plan score of 18 is required along with a minimum math subscore of 19. Dual Enrollment will carry a cost if the student elects to pursue it.

AMERICAN HISTORY GRADE 9-10

The American History course examines the major turning

points in America’s history beginning with post-Civil War

Reconstruction, the impact of the new frontier, and the

changing nature of business and government. Instruction will

continue with evaluation of American expansion through

imperialism, World War I, the Great Depression, World

War II, the growth of the United States as a world power, the

Cold War, and the struggle to achieve class, ethnic, and

gender equality. The course extends into modern day and

will incorporate investigation of contemporary world issues

including terrorism, globalization, and economic

interdependence as we study international conflict and

cooperation. Current events will be incorporated into the

curriculum throughout the year. All students will take an End of

Course (EOC) test in this subject.

AMERICAN HISTORY (HONORS) Grade 9-10 Prerequisite: Score of Mastery or better on the LEAP Social Studies test The American History course examines the major turning

points in America’s history beginning with post-Civil War

Reconstruction, the impact of the new frontier, and the

changing nature of business and government. Instruction will

continue with evaluation of American expansion through

imperialism, World War I, the Great Depression, World

War II, the growth of the United States as a world power, the

Cold War, and the struggle to achieve class, ethnic, and

gender equality. The course extends into modern day and

will incorporate investigation of contemporary world issues

including terrorism, globalization, and economic

interdependence as we study international conflict and

cooperation. Current events will be incorporated into the

curriculum throughout the year. Students will be offered

opportunities to use analytical thinking skills during their

required independent study and completion of Social Studies

fair projects. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in

this subject.

SOCIAL STUDIES SCIENCE

SOCIAL STUDIES


CIVICS Grade 9-10 This course is the study of the theoretical and practical aspects

of citizenship. This course is designed to cover the rights,

duties, and privileges of citizenship in the American society,

with a focus on the structure and function of federal, state,

and local governments, taxation, and the American Free

Enterprise. Included in the course will be instruction on the

duties of citizens to each other and the government as a

member of a political body, the study of civil law and civil

code, and the history and evolution of the United States

government and political systems. All students will take a

District End of Year exam.

CIVICS (HONORS) Grade 9-10 Civics is the study of the theoretical and practical aspects of

citizenship. This course is designed to cover the rights,

duties, and privileges of citizenship in the American society,

with a focus on the structure and function of federal, state,

and local governments, taxation, and the American Free

Enterprise. Included in the course will be instruction on the

duties of citizens to each other and the government as a

member of a political body, the study of civil law and civil

code, and the history and evolution of the United States

government and political systems. Students will be provided

opportunities to use analytical decision making and discussion

skills that will translate into good citizenship traits. Students

will be required to complete independent study and will enter

Social Studies fair competitions. All students will take a District

End of Year exam.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY Grade 11

Prerequisite: Credit for American History and Civics

World Geography is the study of the earth and how people

interact with their environments, and is taught using the five

elements of geography. Students will develop skills and

knowledge about location, place, human/environmental

interaction, movement, and regions. Exploration of the

physical and cultural features of the earth, changing earth’s

resources, people and their land, political boundaries,

economies growth, and technological changes will also be

studied. This course will compare and contrast these themes

across all continents. Students will also be introduced to the

basic elements of map work. All students will take a District

End of Year exam.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY (HONORS) Grade 11 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in American History and Civics World Geography is the study of the earth and how people

interact with their environments, and is taught using the five

elements of geography. Students will develop skills and

knowledge about location, place, human/environmental

interaction, movement, and regions. Exploration of the

physical and cultural features of the earth, changing earth’s

resources, people and their land, political boundaries,

economies growth, and technological changes will also be

studied. This course will compare and contrast these themes

across all continents. Students will also be introduced to the

basic elements of map work. Students will be provided

opportunities to integrate thinking skills, historical processes,

and content in a quest to apply the learning to their own

lives. Instruction will include the integration of concepts and

principles from history, economics, and civics. Students will

be required to complete independent study and will enter

Social Studies fair competitions. All students will take a District

End of Year exam.

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WORLD HISTORY Grade 12 Prerequisite: Credit for American History and Civics

This survey course is a chronological study of Renaissance

through Modern World History. Using a multidisciplinary

approach, World History is a balanced program that examines

the world through a variety of perspectives. The first

semester examines Renaissance through European

Imperialism. The second semester evaluates the world from

World War I to modern history. The student will receive a

broad overview of events around the world that helped

develop today’s contemporary global society. All students will

take a District End of Year exam.

WORLD HISTORY (HONORS) Grade 12 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in American History and Civics This survey course is a chronological study of Renaissance

through Modern World History. Using a multidisciplinary

approach, World History is a balanced program that examines

the world through a variety of perspectives. The first

semester examines Renaissance through European

Imperialism. The second semester evaluates the world from

World War I to modern history. The student will receive a

broad overview of events around the world that helped

develop today’s contemporary global society. All students will

take a District End of Year exam.

Dual Enrollment credit is available for students who meet the qualifying criteria. At this time, a minimum ACT or Plan score of 18 composite is required and either an 18 or greater sub score in English or math sub score of 19 or greater. Dual Enrollment may carry a cost if the student elects to pursue it.

SOCIAL STUDIES

SPANISH I Grades 10-11 This is a beginning level course for students with little or no knowledge of Spanish. All appropriate elements of basic language learning are utilized for providing a foundation in the language and culture of Spanish-speaking people. Focus is on the communicative aspect of language learning in a formal setting.

SPANISH II Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Spanish I Spanish II is a continuation of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture with more advanced vocabulary and grammar. Focus is on the communicative aspect of language learning in a formal setting.

SPANISH II (DUAL ENROLLEMENT) Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Spanish I SPAN 101 – Elementary Spanish I. Credit 3 hours. The beginning course for students with no knowledge of Spanish. All appropriate elements of basic language learning are utilized for the purpose of providing a foundation in the language and culture of the countries where Spanish is spoken. Class work supplemented by aural-oral drill using language-learning software. Offered as the first of four sequential courses (101, 102, 201, 202) designed to provide an overall desired proficiency. Dual Enrollment credit is available for students who meet the qualifying criteria. At this time, a minimum ACT or Plan score of 18 composite is required and either an 18 or greater sub score in English or math sub score of 19 or greater. Dual Enrollment may carry a cost if the student elects to pursue it.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE


FRESHMEN SEMINAR Grade 9 This year-long course, offered every other day opposite Physical Education 9 and worth 2½ credits, is designed to help incoming freshmen manage the academic rigor and social issues of high school. This course covers various study skills, note-taking, test-preparation, research procedures, and reading and writing strategies. Students will learn and practice organizational skills and will receive a daily agenda to use in all their WRHS classes. The course will also address social issues that affect freshmen as they begin to explore high school and post-secondary planning. Freshmen Seminar is designed to help students during their transition to high school – its academic and personal demands – and help ensure their educational success.

F INE ARTS

ART I– INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING AND

DESIGN Grades 9-12 Fee: $20.00 This is an introductory course which requires no prior knowledge of drawing techniques or art terminology. The goal is to develop eye/hand control as well as expose students to the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Students will learn how to compose a work of art, how to create the illusion of depth in drawing, basic drawing and shading techniques, how to show 3-dimensional objects on a flat plane using value, and one and two-point perspective. A series of studio workshops provides direct experience and knowledge of the instruments and materials employed to produce drawings. Instruction and assigned work emphasize skill-building in observational and technical drawing while engaging with two-dimensional design principles and visual communication. During the second semester, students will explore basic color theory, color schemes, and color relationships. Students will work in a variety of color media to complete artwork where drawing, composition, and shading skills will be recalled upon from earlier lessons. The year will conclude with an evening art exhibition highlighting the year’s best work from across the visual arts courses.

ART II-ADVANCED MEDIA & TECHNIQUES Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Art I Fee: $30.00 This course introduces students to art-making strategies in a variety of forms including mixed media (combinations of traditional and experimental art materials), installation, and time-based media (such as 2-D and stop motion animation). Through a series of studio assignments, students will learn to generate creative ideas, explore materials and techniques, and develop artworks that communicate their ideas. Emphasis will be placed on understanding new media practices in contemporary art and on learning to connect form to content. The year will conclude with an evening art exhibition highlighting the year’s best work from across the visual arts courses.

ART III– PRINTMAKING & DIGITAL

PHOTOGRAPY Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Art I and II Fee: $30.00 This course builds upon Drawing and Design by exploring more advanced media and techniques used by professional artists. During the printmaking section of this course students will be introduced to a series of studio projects using systems of design, composition, and techniques which study the diverse ways of producing prints. For the photography portion of this course students will use supplied digital and 35mm cameras to complete a series of individual projects of increasing complexity. Students will be introduced to forms of photography that explore intellectual frameworks for projects (conceptual approaches). Lectures and assigned work will also introduce the particular tradition and approaches in fine art documentary photography. Emphasis on the photographic process as a creative medium with be stressed throughout the course as students are encouraged to develop personal imagery. The year will conclude with an evening art exhibition highlighting the year’s best work from across the visual arts courses.

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Art IV-Special Topics in Visual Art

Grade 12 Prerequisite: Credit for Art I, II, and III Fee: $40.00 Students will explore and analyze conceptual strategies in contemporary drawing in order to generate projects that use traditional and experimental approaches. Students will develop projects that are in dialogue with contemporary art practices using strategies such as exploring personal research through a thematic series, engaging in a daily drawing practice, and developing a visual vocabulary or system to shape a drawing project. This course requires students to pick a specific sculptural material and to examine thoroughly its inherent meaning, physical properties, qualities and characteristics for three-dimensional expression. The structure of the course will allow the student to produce a unified body of work that reflects his/her specific interest. Emphasis will be on experimentation, the development of technical skill, and creative problem solving. The course will also involve a critical analysis on the use of materials by prominent historical and contemporary sculptors. The year will conclude with an evening art exhibition highlighting the year’s best work from across the visual arts courses.

FINE ARTS SURVEY—EXPLORATIONS IN ART

HISTORY Grades 9-12 Fee: $10.00 Being a non-performance based course, Fine Art Survey introduces the origins and historical development of art and culture throughout the world. Emphasis is on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Assignments direct students towards being able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media. Students will complete guided literacy building exercises using a comprehensive text on Art History; upon completion of the course students will be able to “read” a work of art using skills developed throughout the year. Each unit of the course is associated with a hands-on art project related to either the material or content being studied. Students are not expected to possess any special art skills or talent for these assignments, but gather experience with the materials and subject matter just as the artists throughout history have.

BEGINNER BAND Grades 9-12 This class is for those students wishing to learn a musical instrument that is used in the band setting. No experience is required for this course. Those who would like to learn a secondary instrument are also welcome in this course. This course is designed to have the student ready for High School Marching and Concert bands in 1 year.

ADVANCED BAND Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation This course is comprised of instrumental students. This group performs at athletic events, school assemblies, contests, parades and other activities during the fall and spring seasons. Areas of study include playing techniques, scales and arpeggios, tone production and rhythms. Participation in after school rehearsals and performances is required.

CHOIR Grades 9-12 No audition is required for this basic course designed for those who have a desire to sing. Students will learn theory, tone production, and other vocal techniques and will perform music from classical to contemporary.

F INE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS

COMMUNICATIONS


SPEECH Grades 9-12 This course teaches the skills and techniques required of a confident public speaker. Students will learn the types of introductions and conclusions, organizational skills, and the types of speeches needed to carry them into any career field.

PUBLICATIONS I

PUBLICATIONS II Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation This class produces the Loranger High School yearbook. After school work and sales are required. Any student interested in working on the yearbook staff must obtain an application form.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I (GRADE 9)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION II GRADE 10)

These courses are designed to expose students to a variety of activities to help them in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One full credit of PE I should be taken before a student enrolls in PE II. Students are required to purchase a uniform through their instructor.

ATHLETIC PE

Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Eligibility and participation in athletics This course is designed to develop the four health components of physical fitness: cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, body composition, and muscular strength and endurance.

HEALTH EDUCATION

Grades 9-12 This course covers the dimensions of total wellness. The physical, mental and emotional, and social dimensions will be discussed to help guide the student to reduce health risks behavior and improve their lifestyle.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE I Grades 9-12 $20 Lab Fee Required This is a full-year comprehensive home economics course that includes instruction in child development, clothing and textiles, consumer education, food and nutrition, housing, personal development and family relationships. All students will complete a comprehensive portfolio as an end-of-year assessment.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE II Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Credit for FCS I $20 Lab Fee Required This is a full-year comprehensive home economics course that includes instruction in child development, clothing and textiles, consumer education, food and nutrition, housing, personal development and family relationships. All students will complete a comprehensive portfolio as an end-of-year assessment

FOOD AND NUTRITION (1ST SEMESTER) Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for FCS I $15 Lab Fee Required This first semester course includes instruction in the study of the relationship of nutrition to health and well-being, calorie requirements, the USDA Food Guide Pyramid and food labeling. The emphasis is on nutrition and the preparation of healthy foods. Units are included on all major food groups and food preparation labs accompany each topic studied.

ADVANCED FOOD AND NUTRITION (2ND

SEMESTER)

Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for FCS I and Food and Nutrition $15 Lab Fee Required Offers instruction and a certification in Serv Safe, a nationally recognized certification of the National Restaurant Industry. All students will complete the Serv Safe certification as an end of year assessment.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

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AGRISCIENCE I Grades 9-12 This course serves as an introduction to various aspects of agriscience including, but not limited to, Future Farmers of America (FFA), personal development of the student, introduction to the topics of forestry, welding, electricity, plant science, and livestock.

AGRISCIENCE II Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Agriscience I This course is a more advanced study of topics introduced in Agriscience I including the economic and production aspects of forestry, livestock, electricity, and welding. Students complete various hands-on work and experience career-related tasks. Agriscience I and II may be considered a science credit OR may be used as a Pathway requirement, but NOT both.

AGRISCIENCE III Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit for Agriscience I and II This course is predominately a hands-on application of material learned in Agriscience I and II. After completing safety training, students will work in units to include welding, electricity, and carpentry.

NCCER CORE Grades 10-12 Fee required The NCCER Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other Level 1 craft curriculum. Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. Completing this curriculum gives the student the basic skills needed to continue education in any craft area he or she chooses.

AGRISCIENCE AGRISCIENCE

NCCER CARPENTRY I

Grades 11-12 Prerequisites: NCCER Core and must be 16 years old The NCCER Carpentry program provides students an opportunity to earn entry-level certification in the Core Curriculum for the construction trades. Certification competencies are mastered in safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, blueprint reading, rigging hardware and equipment used with lifts and cranes, communication, and employability skills. Advanced Wood projects will also be incorporated into this class.

NCCER WELDING I

Grades 11-12 Fee required Prerequisites: NCCER Core and must be 16 years old The NCCER Welding program provides students an opportunity to earn entry-level certification in the Core Curriculum for the welding trade. NCCER’s curriculum also correlates to the AWS SENSE (Schools Excelling through national Skills Education) standards and guidelines for Entry Welder

NCCER ELECTRICITY I Grades 11-12 Prerequisites: NCCER Core and must be 16 years old Students will be introduced to electrical concepts including wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes.

PRODUCTION SAFETY SYSTEMS T-2 Grades 11-12 The T2 Safety and Oil and Gas Production course provides a general understanding of the production process. While there is no substitute for experience, the technical foundation provided herein will provide the graduate of the course a significant advantage in the beginning of his or her career in oil and gas. Students must be proficient with the topics addressed in this course which begin with the initial uses and discovery of oil and gas, and carry through to the process by which we produce the recoverable assets, prior to refining and petrochemical processes.


INTRO TO BUSINESS COMPUTER

APPLICATIONS (IBCA)

Grades 9-12 This course design provides students with basic business computer application skills. Students will be introduced to the touch method of operating a keyboard to produce simple business documents. Emphasis is placed on basic computer concepts, hardware and software, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications. Students will work with Microsoft Office and will work towards passing the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam at the end of the course. Students who pass the exam will receive an industry based certification.

BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for IBCA This course provides students with advanced business computer application skills. Emphasis is placed on advanced word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications. Students will work towards passing the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam. Students will have the opportunity to take this exam upon completion of this course. Any student who passes will receive an industry based certification. Students will be working with Microsoft Office 2013.

BUSINESS EDUCATION BUSINESS EDUCATION

FINANCIAL MATH

Grade: 12 This course follows the comprehensive curriculum and covers the following topics: gross income, net pay, check-ing and saving accounts, cash purchases, earning potential and credit, transportation, housing, investments, insurance and record keeping.

BUSINESS ENGLISH Grade: 12 Prerequisites: Credit for English I, II, III and IBCA This course is designed to provide students with commu-nication skills needed in a business environment. Business letter writing including routine letters as well as special-ized letters, memos, and reports is an important compo-nent of the course. The practical principles of grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary needed in business transac-tions are included. Oral, listening, and nonverbal commu-nication skills as they relate to business are stressed. Em-phasis is also given to communications as related to tech-nological advancements such as information management and telecommunications.

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BUSINESS EDUCATION

DESKTOP PUBLISHING

Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for IBCA and Teacher Approval Fee: $10.00 This course is designed as an introductory course covering the concepts, procedures, and applications of word processing pro-grams. Emphasis is placed on skill development and efficient operation of the program in creating, storing, retrieving, edit-ing, printing, and manipulating documents. Skills in keyboard-ing and critical thinking are reinforced in this course as students format, create, and proofread brochures, newsletters, Power Point presentations, and manu-scripts. The school-based enterprise, Wolf Printing, is run through this class.

PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS

Grades: 9-12 Fee: Workbook This course is an introductory course that provides students with basic business operations skills that can be applied in both personal and professional situations. The following areas will be covered: Business Ethics and Social Responsibilities, Business Management, Financial Business Management, Managing Per-sonal Finances, Savings and Investments, Banking, and Consum-er Credit. This course is a value to everyone and is highly rec-ommended to those planning to enter careers in business.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Grades: 9-10 This course is designed to prepare students for the workforce in learning all the aspects of providing the ideal service to custom-ers. Topics will include proper: dress, body language, verbal communication, knowledge of products, care and respect for customers in addition to other topics. This course could provide a customer service certification pending successful completion of the course and the customer service exam.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit for IBCA This course is designed to introduce students to the re-wards and risks of owning or operating a business enter-prise. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of skills needed to plan, organize, manage, operate and finance a business using current technology. Skills in communication, tech-nical writing, mathematics, research, and problem solv-ing are reinforced as each student prepares a business plan.

ACCOUNTING

Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit for IBCA This course is designed to introduce students to basic accounting theory and procedures along with current applications of computer technology in accounting. Em-phasis is placed on the mastery of basic accounting con-cepts and procedures. Critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, technology and team building skills are reinforced in this course. Students will interview ac-countants and complete job simulations.

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CERTIFIED INTERNET WEBMASTER Prerequisite: Credit for IBCA This series of three courses prepares students to take the high-stakes CIW Web Foundations Associate certification. This certification is recognized throughout the industry as validating essential Internet skills for the workplace. This certification proves that an individual has evolved from being an Internet consumer to an Internet producer, capable of producing real-world Internet applications. A CIW Web Foundations Associate certificate can use common Internet-ready applications, can create properly formed HTML documents, knows database essentials, understands project management concepts, and can troubleshoot networks.

COURSE 1: SITE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE Site Development Associate teaches you essential Web page development skills. You will learn to develop Web sites using Hypertext Markup Language version 5 (HTML5) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). You will learn to write code manually, as well as use graphical user interface (GUI) authoring tools. You will also learn to insert images, create hyperlinks, and add tables, forms, video, and audio to your Web pages.

COURSE 2: INTERNET BUSINESS ASSOCIATE Internet Business Associate prepares students to work effectively in today's business environment. Int this course, you will learn about the tasks involved in various Information Technology (IT) job roles, and explore career opportunities in the IT industry. You will also learn about Internet connection methods, Internet protocols, the Domain Name System (DNS), cloud computing, and mobile devices. You will study the basic functions of Web browsers, the components of Web addresses and browser use in the business world. You will learn how browser plug-ins and add-ons can improve your Web-browsing experience, and you will use browsers to download and manage files.

COURSE 3: NETWORK TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE Network Technology Associate teaches essential networking technologies and skills, including TCP/IP, stable network creation, wireless networking, mobile devices, and network troubleshooting. You will learn to use various network components and protocols that enable users to share data quickly and easily. You will explore the different types of transmission media, and you will learn how network architecture and topologies provide for efficient and secure communication. In addition, you will learn about the OSI reference model and its relationship to packet creation, and you will compare and contrast the OSI model with the Internet architecture model.

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STUDY SKILLS I, II, III, IV

Grades 9-12 This course is designed to reinforce and build upon the student's previously learned organizational, study, test taking, and advocacy. Specific IEP goals and objectives for each student are integrated into the class as well. Students will work on individual and group skills to enhance their learning.

LIFE SKILLS

Grades 9-12 The purpose of this course is to increase student knowledge and ability in skills necessary for everyday living. Topics included will be self-assessment relating to others, post secondary education, careers, employment, consumerism, money management, housing, food, marketing and preparation, clothing choices and care. This course gives the type of knowledge needed by everyone for everyday living.

PRE-HISET ENGLISH

Grade 11-12 This course is the study of the concepts and skills needed to pass the English writing and reading sections of the HiSet exam which replaces the GED previously given.

PRE-HISET MATH

Grades 11-12 This course is a study of the concepts and skills needed to pass the math portion of the HiSet exam which replaces the GED test previously given.

READING

Grades 9-12 Reading is an intensive, intervention-based program designed to support student in reading utilizing Read 180 software.

FUNCTIONAL LANGUAGE

Grades 9-12 This course is designed to provide students with additional support for their Language Art courses. The teacher will provide direction instruction for the various reading, writing and grammatical tasks required in Language Arts

FUNCTIONAL MATH

Grades 9-12 Math 1 emphasizes transition-based consumer and basic math skills. Skills will include money/budgeting, time, patterns, and number concepts. The students will learn skills that will functionally assist them with math in the workplace, math at home, and math to be used while shopping.

FUNCTIONAL SCIENCE

Grades 9-12 This course is an individualized program designed to teach the basic skills in the areas of earth, life and physical science. Emphasis is placed on subject matter relating to each individual student’s needs.

OCCUPATIONAL PREP

Grades 9-12 Students learn various job skills related to food service, including the importance of dependability, and how to successfully interact with co-workers and employers. Students learn self-confidence, financial responsibility and job skills as they become competent workers.

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Important Note All 9th & 10th graders need a science & social studies course. Core Four 11th & 12th graders need a science & social studies course. Non-Core Four 11th & 12th graders do not need a science & social studies course.

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