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This program of studies guide has been developed by your teachers, guidance counselors, and high school administration in order to help you, the student, select both a curricular course of study and specific courses for the upcoming year. It is important you understand that Tri‐Valley High School schedules students strictly on an individual basis rather than as an entire grade‐section of students. As such, you should have a greater opportunity to select elective courses from several curricular areas and thus tailor a program of study to accommodate your interests as well as your college and career goals. We believe that through careful planning of your educational program you can increase your opportunities both here at Tri‐Valley High School and in your post‐high school pursuits. As you select your courses, give careful consideration to your own capabilities, your previous school record, and the recommendations of your parents, teachers, and guidance counselors. To a large degree, your success, your level of achievement, and your own personal satisfaction and happiness will be determined by the decisions you make during this course selection process. Sincerely, Charles W. Hall Principal
Scheduling Procedures Graduation Requirements Grade Requirements Class Rank Weighted Courses Required Course Sequence Recommended Sequence of Courses Academic Preparatory Sequence General Studies Program Sequence Agriculture Sequence Career Technical Sequence Course Descriptions English Mathematics Course Tracks Mathematics Computer Science Science Social Studies Physical Education Health College Readiness Business Education Agriculture Driver Education Grade 9 Rotations Family and Consumer Sciences Music Foreign Language Art Yearbook Dual Enrollment and Other College Credits Learning Support Services Schuylkill Technology Center Program of Study
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The following guidelines are suggested to aid the student in the selection of courses appropriate to his or her chosen curricular program. Parents and/or guardians are urged to be involved in this important task of course and program selection.
1. Review graduation requirements to insure that all required courses are selected. 2. Review the recommended sequence of courses for each of the programs as listed in the following pages. 3. Carefully read course descriptions as listed here in the Program of Studies booklet. 4. Discuss any concerns about your educational program with your guidance counselor. 5. Upon receiving your course selection sheet, carefully read all instructions, paying particular attention to specific course selection approval procedures and pre‐requisites. Please note that possible electives for each grade are listed on the back of that grade's course selection sheet. 6. Discuss course selections with your teachers and parents and obtain the necessary signatures. 7. Juniors: Make sure that you will have successfully completed or registered for all of the courses required for graduation and that you will have a minimum of 24 credits upon graduation.
Be very careful in completing your course selection sheet. Understand that alternate choices will be used if there are scheduling conflicts. A student must process a drop/add course change for full year courses within the first (1) week of the school year. For courses that are a semester or less, a change must take place in the first (1) week of the term the course is offered. The only course changes that will be processed are cases where the student has selected a course that is beyond his/her ability level.
Critical decisions affecting course offerings, class sizes, teacher assignments, high school staffing, and budget expenditures are made on the basis of student selections during the scheduling process. Parents and students are thus advised that many factors affect the high school schedule. It is possible that decisions will be made by the high school administration to determine which courses to offer or delete for the upcoming academic year based on the student body's course selections. As such, student selections written on the course selection sheet will be considered final unless the student's selections fail to prepare her/him for minimum graduation requirements or fail to meet curricular program requirements. Additionally, due to Federal requirements outlined in “Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)”, all students in grades 7 through 12 who perform at either Basic or Below Basic levels in the System of School Assessment (PSSA) test or the Keystone exams will be identified as members of a remediation program. Consequently, elective choices may be limited. Remediation classes will generate credit towards graduation, but will not fulfill language arts or mathematics credit requirements.
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A senior student will be eligible for a high school diploma upon completion of the following planned instruction requirements for graduation established by the Tri‐Valley School District and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. These students will be eligible for a diploma upon completion of 24 credits based on the number of scheduled classes per semester, cumulative through grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. Please note that in addition to the requirements listed below, all Pennsylvania students who will graduate in 2017 or after are now required by the state to demonstrate proficiency in Algebra I, Literature, and Biology via a Pennsylvania Keystone Exam or alternative assessment in order to be awarded a high school diploma.
Language Arts
4.0
TOTAL PLANNED INSTRUCTION CREDITS:
24.0
(Career Technical Students 4) (Integrating reading, writing, listening, speaking, literature, grammar, and theatre. Includes ESL program.) (Career Technical Students 3) Mathematics 3.0 (Problem‐solving, mathematical reasoning, algebra, geometry and concepts of calculus) (Career Technical Students 3) Science 3.0 (Life sciences, earth and space sciences, chemical sciences, physical sciences and agricultural sciences; also including scientific, social, political and economic aspects of ecology) (Career Technical Students .5) Technology 1.0 (Use of applications of microcomputers and software, including word processing, database, spreadsheets and telecommunications; and information skills, including access to traditional and electronic information sources, computer use and research) Including: Computer Literacy I .5 Computer Literacy II .5 (Career Technical Students 4) Social Studies 4.0 (Civics and government, economics, geography and history including the history and cultures of the United States, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the world) (Career Technical Students 1) Physical Education 2.0 (Physical fitness, movement concepts, motor skill development, safety in physical activity settings, and dance) (Career Technical Students .25) Health and Safety .5 (Instruction in concepts and skills that affect personal, family and community health and safety, nutrition, and the prevention of alcohol, chemical and tobacco abuse) (Career Technical Students 1.5) Other Requirements 2.0 Including: Employment Search Skills 0.5 Driver Education 0.25 SAT Prep Class 0.25 9th Grade Rotations 1.0 (Career Technical Students 6.75) Electives 4.5
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Students are required to achieve a proficiency grade in each of the required planned instruction areas listed on the previous page. The district’s current grade structure is listed below, but it should be noted that this numerical reporting will be reviewed and examined as the district‐developed assessments and rubrics are further studied and refined.
GRADE EARNED (PERCENTAGE) 95‐100
A
GRADE POINT EQUIVALENT 4.00
93‐94 91‐92 86‐90 84‐85 81‐83 75‐80 72‐74 69‐71 63‐68 60‐62
A‐ B+ B B‐ C+ C C‐ D+ D D‐
3.67 3.33 3.00 2.67 2.33 2.00 1.67 1.33 1.00 0.67
0‐59
F
0.00
LETTER GRADE
GRADE EXPLANATION Broad, in‐depth understanding of complex concepts General understanding of concepts Partial understanding of concepts Minimal understanding of concepts Insufficient understanding of basic concepts
Class Rank is the relative position of any one student in a graduating class in relationship to all other students in that class. The purpose of Class Rank is to create a listing that identifies the Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and additionally lists in rank order all students to enable college or university admission officers and/or employers to assess how a student compares academically to other members of his/her graduating class. The Tri‐Valley School District will employ a ranking system based upon weighted quality point total. The weighted quality point system enables the school to consider the level of difficulty of courses and additional factors in the course load taken by each student in determining final class rank. Class Rank data will be computed and reported following the end of each academic year using a weighted quality point system. Valedictorian (first‐in‐class) and Salutatorian (second‐in‐class) will be identified following the conclusion of the academic year for each graduating class. All final grades earned in all scheduled courses offered in grades nine through twelve will be included. Course grades earned in a pass/fail or other non‐numeric equivalent grading system, homeschooling program, or foreign exchange student program will be excluded. The following procedure and formula will be utilized in computing cumulative weighted quality point totals and cumulative weighted quality point/grade point averages:
Page |4 1. Numerical grades earned in each course are generated as per the District Grading Structure; 2. Course credit is based upon the length of the course and the class frequency per week;
5 periods/week for 36 weeks = 5 periods/week for 18 weeks = 5 periods/week for 6 weeks = 2.5 periods/week for 36 weeks = 2.5 periods/week for 18 weeks = 2.5 periods/week for 12 weeks =
1.00 credit 0.50 credit 0.167 credit 0.50 credit 0.25 credit 0.167 credit
Year Semester Rotation A/B Year A/B Semester A/B Trimester
3. A course weight will be assigned by the high school principal and approved by the superintendent for those courses deemed to carry a higher relative level of difficulty;
COURSES
WEIGHT VALUES
COURSES
WEIGHT VALUES
Trigonometry .5
1.2
Calculus and AP Calculus
1.2
Probability/Stats .5
1.2
Physics
1.2
Biology II
1.2
Anatomy/Physiology
1.2
Chemistry II
1.2
Spanish IV
1.2
German III
1.2
AP English
1.2
Spanish III
1.2
German IV
1.2
AP Psychology
1.2
AP Biology
1.2
Dual Enrollment Courses .5
1.2
4. Weighted Quality Points (WQP) equals the Numerical Grade (NG) multiplied by the Course Weight (CW), the product of which is multiplied times the Course Credit (CC); Example: (NG x CW) x (CC) = WQP (90 x 1.2) x (1.0) = 108.0
COURSE WEIGHTS WILL ONLY BE APPLIED TO EARNED NUMERICAL GRADES OF 72 OR ABOVE
Page |5 5. The weighted quality points earned for each qualifying course are added together and this sum represents the total weighted quality points (TWQP) earned in a school year. The cumulative sum of each year’s points is then compiled to produce a final total weighted quality points.
Example: Senior Student Course Title Grade Earned
(NG x CW) x (CC) = WQP
AP English
93
(93 x 1.2) x 1.0 = 111.6
Calculus
91
(91 x 1.2) x 1.0 = 109.2
Economics
94
(94 x 1.0) x 0.5 = 47.0
Sociology
93
(93 x 1.0) x 0.5 = 46.5
Chemistry II
83
(83 x 1.2) x 1.0 = 99.6
German III
88
(88 x 1.2) x 1.0 = 105.6
Phys. Ed.
97
(97 x 1.0) x 0.5 = 48.5
ESS
96
(96 x 1.0) x 0.5 = 48.0
Art II
95
(95 x 1.0) x 0.5 = 47.5
663.5
Total Weighted Quality Points:
663.5 Senior Year
Total Credits:
6.5
Weighted Quality Point Average:
102.077
Prior 3 years: Cumulative TWQP
1878.45
All 4 years: Cumulative TWQP
2541.95
6. Rank order (listed in declining order from highest to lowest) the cumulative total weighted quality points earned for all students. 7. Class Rank shall be determined by the relative position of a student’s rank order in the class. In addition to the cumulative weighted quality point total used for Class Rank there will also be generated a weighted quality point average (WQPA) and a weighted grade point average (WGPA). The WQPA and/or the WGPA are frequently requested by college and university admission officers, though they are incapable of recognizing course load. It is to be understood that Class Rank, like test scores and grades, are indicators of student differences and not value judgments of student worth. A student listed as number one is not judged by the school to be better than a student ranked number fifty. He or she is different. School programs and courses are designed to evaluate the comparative progress and achievements of the individual student so as to better guide their career choices.
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Academic, General, Agriculture English: (9 English or 9 Academic English) 1 Credit Mathematics: (Algebra I, Academic Algebra I, or Accelerated Algebra II) 1 Credit Science: (Physical Science) 1 Credit Social Studies: (World History II) 1 Credit Physical Education: .5 Credit Rotations: (Math, Speech, Research, Art, Music, and Home & Family Living) 1 Credit Computer Science: (Computer Literacy I) .5 Credit Required Courses = 6 Credits A student must schedule a minimum of 6.5 credits. A maximum of 8 credits may be scheduled.
Career Technical English: (9 English IA and IIB) Mathematics: (10 Algebra IA and IB) Science: (Physical Science I & II) Physical Education: Rotations: (Math, Speech, and Research) Computer Science: (Computer Literacy I) Required Courses = 4 Credits
1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit .25 Credit .5 Credit .25 Credit
During the semester at Tri‐Valley they must schedule the 4 credits of courses listed above. Ninth grade Career Technical students will also earn 4 credits while at the Career Tech school. No additional courses or electives will be available to schedule.
Academic, General, Agriculture English: (10 English or 10 Academic English) Mathematics: (Algebra II, Academic Algebra II, or Accelerated Geometry) Science: (Biology or Academic Biology) Social Studies: (American History II) Physical Education: Health: Driver Education: SAT Prep: Computer Science: (Computer Literacy II) Required Courses = 6 Credits
1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit .5 Credit .5 Credit .25 Credit .25 Credit .5 Credit
A student must schedule a minimum of 6.5 credits. A maximum of 8 credits may be scheduled.
Career Technical English: (10 English IA & IIB) Science: (10 Biology) Math: (10 Algebra IIA and IIB) Physical Education: Health: Driver Education: SAT Prep: Computer Science: (Computer Literacy II) Required Courses = 3.75 Credits
1 Credit .5 Credit 1 Credit .25 Credit .25 Credit .25 Credit .25 Credit .25 Credit
Page |7 Tenth grade Career Technical students will earn 4 credits while at the Career Tech school. During the semester at Tri‐Valley they must schedule 3.75 credits of courses listed above. A maximum of 4 credits may be scheduled.
Academic, General, Agriculture English: (11 English or 11 Academic English) 1 Credit Mathematics: (Geometry, Academic Geometry or Trigonometry/Math Analysis) 1 Credit Science: (Chemistry, Environment and Ecology I /II, Biology II, or Anatomy & Physiology) 1 Credit Social Studies: (World History II) 1 Credit Physical Education: .5 Credit Required Courses = 4.5 Credits A student must schedule a minimum of 6.5 credits. A maximum of 8 credits may be scheduled.
Career Technical English: (11 English I and II) Science: (11 Biology and Environment /Ecology II) Math: (11 Geometry I and II) Physical Education: Required Courses = 3.25 Credits
1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit .25 Credit
Eleventh grade Career Technical students will earn 4 credits while at the Career Tech School. During the semester at Tri‐Valley they must schedule a minimum of 3.25 credits and may schedule additional credits up to a maximum of 4.0.
Academic, General, Agriculture English: (12 English, 12 Academic English, or AP English) Mathematics (Probability/Statistics & Trigonometry or Calculus): Social Studies: (Sociology and Economics) Employment Search Skills: Physical Education: Required Courses = 3 Credits
1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit .5 Credit .5 Credit
A student must schedule a minimum of 6.5 credits. A maximum of 8 credits may be scheduled.
Career Technical English (12 English I and II) Science (Environment/Ecology I) Social Studies (Sociology and Economics) Employment Search Skills: Physical Education: Required Courses = 3.25 Credits
1 Credit .5 Credit 1 Credit .5 Credit .25 Credit
Twelfth grade Career Technical students will earn 4 credits while at the Career Tech School. During the semester at Tri‐Valley they must schedule a minimum of 3.25 credits and may schedule additional credits up to a maximum of 4.0.
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I.
ACADEMIC PREPARATORY SEQUENCE This program is designed to meet at least minimum requirements for college acceptance. Electives should be carefully selected to satisfy the entrance requirements at the college(s) to which a student is seeking admission. Students interested in meeting more than minimum requirements should consult with teachers/counselors about their eligibility for specific electives.
9TH Grade Academic English
10TH Grade Academic English
11TH Grade Academic English
12TH Grade Academic English or Advanced Placement (AP) English
Academic Algebra I or Accelerated Algebra II Physical Science World History II (19‐20 Am History II 20‐21 Civics, 21‐22 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Rotations – Math, Speech, Research, Art, Music, and Home & Family Living Computer Literacy I Electives – A foreign language is strongly recommended. Other electives should be based upon the student's post‐graduation planning.
Academic Algebra II or Accelerated Geometry Academic Biology American History II (19‐20 World History II, 20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Health Physical Education Driver Education SAT Prep Class Computer Literacy II Electives – A foreign language is strongly recommended. Other electives should be based upon the student's post‐graduation planning.
Academic Geometry or Accelerated Trigonometry/ Math Analysis Chemistry, Biology II, Anatomy/Physiology, and/or AP Biology Chemistry Lab World History II (20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Electives – A foreign language is strongly recommended. Other electives should be based upon the student's post‐graduation planning.
Trigonometry .5 and Statistics/ Probability .5, Accelerated Calculus, and/or AP Calculus Chemistry, Physics, Biology II, Anatomy/ Physiology, Chemistry II, and/or AP Biology Sociology and Economics Physical Education Employment Search Skills Electives – A foreign language is strongly recommended. Other electives should be based upon the student's post‐graduation planning.
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GENERAL STUDIES PROGRAM SEQUENCE
This program is designed to permit flexibility for those students who have not defined their specific post‐graduate plans or who plan to enter the job market upon graduation. This sequence will satisfy minimum graduation requirements and a careful choice of electives will satisfy the admission requirements for some post high school institutions.
9TH Grade
10TH Grade
11TH Grade
12TH Grade
English 9 Algebra IA or Academic Algebra I Physical Science World History II (19‐20 Am History II 20‐21 Civics, 21‐22 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Rotations – Math, Speech, Research, Art, Music, and Home & Family Living Computer Literacy I Electives – These should be based upon the student's interests and career plans.
English 10 Algebra IB Biology American History II (19‐20 World History II, 20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Health Driver Education SAT Prep Class Computer Literacy II Electives – These should be based upon the student's interests and career plans.
English Geometry World History II (20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Environment / Ecology I and Environment/Ecology II Physical Education Electives – These should be based upon the student's interests and career plans.
English Academic Algebra II Sociology and Economics Physical Education Employment Search Skills Electives – These should be based upon the student's interests and career plans.
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AGRICULTURE SEQUENCE
This program is designed to prepare students for occupations in agriculture and related fields.
9TH Grade
10TH Grade
11TH Grade
12TH Grade
English or Academic English 9 Algebra IA or Academic Algebra I Physical Science World History II (19‐20 Am History II 20‐21 Civics, 21‐22 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Rotations – Math, Speech, Research, Art, Music, and Home & Family Living Computer Literacy I Agriculture Science/ Mechanics I
English or Academic English 10 Algebra IB or Academic Geometry Biology or Academic Biology American History II (19‐20 World History II, 20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Physical Education Health Driver Education SAT Prep Class Computer Literacy II Agriculture Science II Agriculture Practicum II
English or Academic English World History II (20‐21 Econ‐Soc) Geometry Environment / Ecology I and Environment/ Ecology II or Biology II, Chemistry, and/or AP Biology Physical Education Agriculture Science III Agriculture Practicum III Electives – These should be based upon the student’s interests and a review of Agriculture Electives.
English or Academic English Academic Algebra II or Statistics/Probability and/or Trigonometry or Calculus Sociology and Economics Physical Education Employment Search Skills Agriculture Science IV Agriculture Practicum IV Electives – These should be based upon the student’s interests and a review of Agriculture Electives.
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CAREER TECHNICAL SEQUENCE This program is offered to provide occupational training and thus to bridge the gap between school and employment. The county career technical school programs make it possible for a student to gain training in a specific career area of his/her choice.
9TH Grade
10TH Grade
11TH Grade
12TH Grade
Career Technical Training – 3 Credit Career Technical Social Studies – 1 Credit English – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Physical Science – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit 9 Algebra IA – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Physical Education Rotations – Math, Speech, and Research Computer Lit I
Career Technical Training – 3 Credit Career Technical Social Studies – 1 Credit English – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Biology – Part I 10 Algebra IB – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Physical Education Health Driver Education SAT Prep Class Computer Lit II
Career Technical Training – 3 Credit Career Technical Social Studies – 1 Credit English – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Biology – Part II Environment/ Ecology I Geometry – Two .5 Credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Physical Education Electives – .25 Credit electives are available These should be chosen based upon the student's interests and career plans.
Career Technical Training – 3 Credit English – Two .5 credit classes for a total of 1 Credit Environment/ Ecology II Sociology and Economics Physical Education Employment Search Skills Electives – .25 credit and .5 credit electives are available. These should be chosen based upon the student's interests and career plans.
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9 ACADEMIC ENGLISH 132
Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year
The ninth grade Academic English program includes a study of vocabulary, grammar, literature, and composition. The grammar is basically a review with a strong emphasis on sentence correctness and variety. The literature is directed toward a study of the various elements that are important in understanding the drama, the short story, poetry, non‐fiction and the novel. The composition is based on a transition into more formal and varied writing experiences, which include critical review, argumentative essays, analysis, comparison/contrast, and other forms of expository writing as applicable.
9 ENGLISH
130
Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year
The ninth grade English program is designed to develop basic grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and composition skills. The grammar and vocabulary are based on pragmatic applications as developed through the texts available in the district. Literary study and composition will be achieved through the study of novels, short stories, dramas, newspaper, and various forms of non‐fiction. Supplementing the literature and grammar components will be written reports of various kinds.
9 ENGLISH IA 130S
Grade 9
.5 Credit – Semester
The ninth grade Technical English program includes the study of literature with the objective to build reading comprehension and critical thinking. The selections will include short stories, drama, novels, and poetry along with various nonfictions pieces. All writing in this section will be based on the literature. A vocabulary unit will also be included.
9 ENGLISH IIB 131S
Grade 9
.5 Credit – Semester
The ninth grade Technical English program will focus on improving writing skills. The five step writing process will be taught and stressed throughout this section. The writing assignments will include various modes of writing with an emphasis placed on practical, real‐life writing situations. Grammar will be reviewed through interactive exercises, handouts, and the revision and editing of students’ own writing.
9th Grade Career Technical Students must register for both 130S and 131S 10 ACADEMIC ENGLISH 142
Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year
The tenth grade Academic English program includes the study of several genres of literature, practice in grammar and vocabulary, and various types of writing (writing will be both literature‐based responses and practice of specific modes). Literature genres will include mythology, the epic, nonfiction, drama, the short story, the novel, and poetry.
10 ENGLISH
140
Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year
The tenth grade English program includes the study of several genres of literature. It involves a review in grammar along with more practice with writing at the sentence and paragraph level. This study will serve to facilitate students’ composition skills which will be demonstrated in writing responses to literature and specific modes of writing.
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Grade 10
.5 Credit – Semester
The tenth grade Technical English program includes a general overview of various literature types. Genres covered include mythology, the epic, nonfiction, drama, the short story, the novel, and poetry writing will involve the development of standard modes along with responses to literature. Review of grammar and usage will be addressed as needed.
10 ENGLISH IIB 141S
Grade 10
.5 Credit – Semester
The tenth grade Technical English program focuses on improving writing skills with a review of grammar and usage as needed. Standard writing modes will be developed along with an exploration of both creative and functional forms of writing.
10th Grade Career Technical Students must register for both 140S and 141S 11 ACADEMIC ENGLISH 152
Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year
The eleventh grade Academic English program includes an in depth study of American Literature from the Puritans to modern day. Grammar is taught through composition and semester one includes focus on vocabulary development. Extensive study of the development of the novel in American literature will supplement the course text.
11 ENGLISH
150
Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year
The eleventh grade English program includes a general review of American Literature from the Puritans to modern day. Composition will emphasize papers of a practical nature. Four novels will supplement the designated anthology.
11 ENGLISH IA 150S
Grade 11
.5 Credit – Semester
The eleventh grade Technical English program includes a general review of American Literature from the Puritans to the present. Supplemental novels are also included.
11 ENGLISH IIB 151S
Grade 11
.5 Credit – Semester
The eleventh grade Technical English program focuses on improving writing skills with a review of grammar and usage as needed. Standard writing modes will be developed along with an exploration of both creative and functional forms of writing.
11th Grade Career Technical Students must register for both 150S and 151S 12 ACADEMIC ENGLISH 162
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The twelfth grade Academic English program includes the study of major British authors and their works from the Anglo‐Saxon period to the Modernists. Students will also examine the background history and thought of each literary period. The writing will be based on the literature and will range from criticisms and response papers to creative expressions of various works.
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160
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The twelfth grade English program includes a study of major British authors from Anglo‐Saxon England to present‐ day works. Basic writing and listening skills will continue to be developed.
12 ENGLISH IA 160S
Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester
The twelfth grade Technical English program includes a general review of English literature from Anglo‐Saxon England to the present.
12 ENGLISH IIB 161S
Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester
The twelfth grade Technical English program includes a review of the various modes of writing including descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive. There will be a review of grammar and usage on an as needed basis.
12th Grade Career Technical Students must register for both 160S and 161S ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH 163
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Advanced Placement English is designed for 12th grade students who wish to prepare for the Literature/Composition Exam for college credit to be taken in the spring of his or her senior year. All AP Students are required to take the exam. Coursework will require extensive reading of a variety of materials and corresponding written work to compliment the assignments. A summer reading program is a pre‐requisite to entering the course in the fall. Failure to submit the summer reading requirement assignments within the first 3 days of the school year will result in immediate removal from the class. Note: This is a curriculum driven course, and the content is sometimes of a controversial nature as per a college syllabus. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation plus a 93% cumulative English average in grades 9, 10, and 11. The cumulative English average must also be in the top 25% of their graduating class.
CREATIVE WRITING IA 153
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed as a writing workshop consisting of a schedule that includes mini‐lessons, conferences with teacher, and group shares of selected pieces of writing. This course utilizes the writing process, refining the practices of prewriting, drafting, revising, proofreading, and publishing. Students move beyond the basics and develop writing techniques. Students apply their acquired techniques to a variety of genres. Students will practice various modes of writing, including descriptive, narrative, expository, persuasive, and interpretive pieces. Prerequisite(s): “C” average or better in Academic English during the previous school year and must be concurrently enrolled in Academic English. Students who have taken a previous Creative Writing course must have earned a “C” average or better in that course.
CREATIVE WRITING IIA 155
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed as a writing workshop consisting of a schedule that includes mini‐lessons, conferences with teacher, and group shares of selected pieces of writing. This course utilizes the writing process, refining the practices of prewriting, drafting, revising, proofreading, and publishing. Students move beyond the basics and develop writing techniques. Students apply their acquired techniques to a variety of genres. Students will practice various modes of writing including descriptive, narrative, expository, persuasive, and interpretive pieces. Prerequisite(s): “C” average or better in Academic English during the previous school year and must be concurrently enrolled in Academic English. Students who have taken a previous Creative Writing course must have earned a “C” average or better in that course.
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ACCELERATED
ACADEMIC
GENERAL STUDIES
Grade 7
Pre‐Algebra
7 Math
7 Math
Grade 8
Accelerated Algebra I
Pre‐Algebra
Pre‐Algebra
Grade 9
Accelerated Algebra II (Course Code 234)
Academic Algebra I (Course Code 232)
9 Algebra IA (Course Code 230)
Grade 10
Accelerated Geometry (Course Code 244)
Academic Algebra II (Course Code 242)
(Course Code 240)
Grade 11
Trigonometry/ Math Analysis (Course Code 254)
Academic Geometry (Course Code 252)
(Course Code 250)
Calculus
(Course Code 261)
(Course Code 264)
Statistics/Probability (Course Code 262)
10 Algebra IB
Geometry
Trigonometry Grade 12
Academic Algebra II (Course Code 242)
PLEASE NOTE: Algebra I A/B does not fulfill the prerequisite requirement for Academic Geometry, Academic Algebra II, and Calculus. Refer to individual descriptions and prerequisites of the Math selections to see if a student is eligible to take specific courses.
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9 ALGEBRA IA
230 230S & 231S
Grade 9 Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year 1 Credit – Semester
This course begins with a review of operations and properties of real numbers including simplifying and evaluating numerical and algebraic expressions. It also includes solving equations and inequalities in one variable, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables, solving and graphing systems of equations and inequalities. Algebraic problem solving is included throughout the course.
ACADEMIC ALGEBRA I 232
Grades 9 & 10
1 Credit – Full Year
This course begins with a review of operations and properties of real numbers including simplifying and evaluating numerical and algebraic expressions. It also includes solving equations and inequalities in one variable, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables, solving and graphing systems of equations and inequalities, the use of exponent rules to simplify rational expressions and basic operations with polynomials. Algebraic problem solving is included throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): Pre‐Algebra – “C” average.
ACCELERATED ALGEBRA II 234
Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year
The Algebra II topics include, but not limited to the linear functions, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, complex numbers, polynomial functions, rational exponents, radical functions, and rational functions. Prerequisite(s): Accelerated Algebra I – “C” average.
ACADEMIC ALGEBRA II 242
Grades 10
1 Credit – Full Year
The algebra II topics include, but not limited to the linear functions, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, complex numbers, polynomial functions, rational exponents, radical functions, and ration functions. Prerequisite(s): Academic Algebra I – “C” average or Algebra I A/B – “B” average
10 ALGEBRA IB 240 240S & 241S
Grade 10 Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year 1 Credit – Semester
This course is for non‐college bound students. It will include a study of solving equations, equations and problem solving, inequalities, relations and functions, equations with two variables, radicals, algebraic fractions, polynomials, factoring, and solving equations with factorings. Prerequisite(s): Algebra I
ACCELERATED GEOMETRY 244
Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year
The accelerated geometry topics include, but not limited to the study of basics of geometry, reasoning and proofs, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, relationships within triangles, quadrilaterals and other polynomials, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, circumference, area and volume and similarity. Prerequisite(s): Accelerated Algebra II – “C” average
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Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year
The geometry topics include, but not limited to the study of basics of geometry, reasoning and proofs, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, relationships within triangles, quadrilaterals and other polynomials, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, circumference, area and volume. Prerequisite(s): Academic Algebra I and Academic Algebra II – “C” average
GEOMETRY
250 250S & 251S
Grade 11 1 Credit – Full Year Grade 11 1 Credit – Semester
This course will cover points, lines, planes, postulates, parallel lines, transversals, lines in the coordinate plane, triangles, quadrilaterals, congruent triangles and transformations, proportion, similarity, the Pythagorean Theorem, perimeter and area, and constructions. Prerequisite(s): Algebra I, Algebra II
TRIGONOMETRY & MATH ANALYSIS 254
Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year
This course will include one half year of math analysis topics and one half year of trigonometry. The analysis topics will include: finding roots of polynomials, conic sections, exponential functions, logarithms, sequences and series, and probability. The trigonometry topics include: trigonometric and circular functions, trigonometric identities, graphing trigonometric functions, and solving trigonometric equations. Prerequisite(s): Accelerated Algebra II, Accelerated Geometry – “C” average
TRIGONOMETRY 261
Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course consists of a semester of trigonometric topics including but not limited to the following: trigonometric & circular functions, applications of trigonometric laws, trigonometric identities, graphing trigonometric functions and solving trigonometric equations. Prerequisite(s): Academic Algebra I, Academic Algebra II, Academic Geometry – “C” average
STATISTICS & PROBABILITY 262
Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course consists of a semester of introductory study of the major topics covered in a college statistics & probability course. Topics covered include but are not limited to basic concepts of statistical reasoning, describing and displaying data, linear regression and correlation, experiments and sampling as well as theory and application of probability. Prerequisite(s): Academic Algebra I, Academic Algebra II, Academic Geometry – “C” average
CALCULUS
264
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is an introductory study of the major topics covered in a college calculus course. Topics covered are real numbers, coordinate systems, lines, functions, combinations of functions, inverse functions, limits and continuity of functions, and the derivative and its applications, and integration and its applications. Prerequisite(s): Accelerated Students: Accelerated Algebra II, Accelerated Geometry, (if doubled up in 10th grade: Academic Geometry) Trigonometry & Math Analysis ‐ “C” average each course
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Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Advanced Placement Calculus, offered as an online course taken during the school day, is designed for 12th grade students who wish to prepare for the Calculus Exam for college credit to be taken in the spring of his or her senior year. All AP Students are required to take the exam. Students will be responsible for the purchase of the required textbook and for the cost of the AP Exam; total costs are approximately $425; please note that the text may also be available used or digitally rented for less expense to the student. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation plus a 93% cumulative Math average in grades 9, 10, and 11.
COMPUTER LITERACY I 236 236S
Grade 9 Grade 9
.5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester
This is a basic course in computer literacy and personal computer applications. The student will become familiar with practical uses of the computer in today’s world and the operation of a personal computer system. Topics covered include: hardware, computing history, number systems, word processing, spread sheets, data bases, basic desk‐top publishing, graphics, E‐mail, computer units, and legal and ethical issues of the computerized society.
COMPUTER LITERACY II 246 246S
Grades 10, 11, & 12 .5 Credit – Full Year Grade 10 .25 Credit – Semester
This course is intended to familiarize the student with Icon‐based computer operating systems. Integrated software and Desk Top Publishing will be explored on Windows based computers. Homework utilizing school‐ based computers will be necessary during study halls or hours outside of regular school time. Portions of the course will focus on concepts and skills necessary to prepare for the PA MOUS Certification Test. Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy I
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PHYSICAL SCIENCE 331 331S & 332S
Grade 9 Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year 1 Credit – Semester
The focus of this course is on the relationship between matter and energy. Demonstrations, laboratory exercises, audio‐visuals and computer activities will reinforce essential concepts. During the first part of the course students will take an in‐depth look into matter. Major topics will include the classification, make‐up, and behavior of matter. The second part of the course deals with energy. Units on motion, thermodynamics and energy‐related topics will be emphasized at this time.
ACADEMIC BIOLOGY 342
Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed to prepare the students for college level work. It will focus heavily upon eight areas of biology: Basic Biological Principles, The Chemical Basis of Life, Bioenergetics, Homeostasis/Transport, Cell Growth/Reproduction, Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology. Coursework includes textbook readings, handouts, lab exercises, class notes as well as teacher demonstrations.
BIOLOGY
340 340S 351S
Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year .5 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
This course is a general study of biology covering eight primary areas of biology: Basic Biological Principles, The Chemical Basis of Life, Bioenergetics, Homeostasis/Transport, Cell Growth/Reproduction, Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology. Students will have the opportunity to explore these concepts through various “hands‐on” activities.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY 357
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
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Advanced Placement Biology is designed for 11 and 12th grade students who wish to prepare for the Biology Exam for college credit to be taken in the spring of his or her junior or senior year. All AP Students are required to take the exam. Students will be responsible for the purchase of the required textbook, lab kit, and for the cost of the AP Exam; total costs are approximately $615; please note that the text may also be available used or digitally rented for less expense to the student. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation plus a 93% average in Academic Biology
BIOLOGY II
352
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed to build upon concepts learned in Biology I with a major emphasis on genetics and heredity. New advances in biotechnology and the use of animals in research will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and Academic Biology or Biology – “C” average
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 355
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed for students interested in a medical career, especially nursing, physical therapy, and sports medicine. This course is student laboratory oriented with an emphasis in mammalian dissection. Students will learn the parts of the human body, their purposes and how they function. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and Academic Biology or Biology – “C” average
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Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is intended for students who plan to attend college and/or nursing school. Homework and extra study time are required. The course is an introduction to inorganic chemistry that includes topics such as: matter and energy, kinetic molecular theory, atomic structure, periodic law, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and equations, types of reactions, and stoichiometry. Skill in mathematics and reasoning is required. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and Academic Algebra I or Algebra II – “C” average
CHEMISTRY II 362
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is intended for students who plan to attend college and major in the sciences or the medical profession. Topics are presented in greater depth and with an emphasis on the theoretical aspects of chemistry. The topics include: atomic theory, reaction chemistry, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibria, organic chemistry, acids, bases and solutions. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and Chemistry I, Academic Algebra II – “C” average
ENVIRONMENT/ECOLOGY I 350 350S
Grades 11 & 12 .5 Credit ‐ Semester Grade 11 .5 Credit ‐ Semester
This course is designed so that students gain practical knowledge about the environment in which they live. Water Quality issues such as watersheds, water pollution, and wetlands will be discussed along with agricultural issues and agricultural impacts on the environment.
ENVIRONMENT/ECOLOGY II 351 360S
Grades 11 & 12 Grade 12
.5 Credit ‐ Semester .5 Credit ‐ Semester
This course is designed so that students gain practical knowledge about the environment in which they live. Issues dealing with energy, resources, air pollutants and ecology will be discussed.
PHYSICS
363
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course is intended for students who plan to attend college and possibly major in the sciences. Topics include kinematics (velocity, acceleration, force, etc.), gravitation, work, momentum, waves, sound, electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. Coursework includes textbook readings, handouts, lab exercises, and class notes, as well as extensive problem solving. Advanced algebra and trigonometry skills as well as reasoning are required. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and Trigonometry/Math Analysis, Academic Algebra II, and Trigonometry (can be scheduled with Physics) – “C” average
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Grade 9
1 Credit – Full Year
This course traces world history from 1450 to the present. Students will evaluate the political and cultural contributions of individuals and groups. Students will evaluate conflict, continuity, change and cooperation between groups. During the second semester students will focus upon analyzing current world problems, their historical causes, and creating and evaluating possible solutions.
AMERICAN HISTORY II 441
Grade 10
1 Credit – Full Year
th
This course examines the major events and trends of the 20 century and continues into the 21st century. Included in this class will be World War I and II, the Great Depression, the Cold War, the Korean Conflict, Vietnam, as well as social and cultural highlights like the Baby Boom, music, automobile, and changes in technology, allowing students to better understand current national and world events.
WORLD HISTORY II 451
Grade 11
1 Credit – Full Year
This course traces world history from 1450 to the present. Students will evaluate the political and cultural contributions of individuals and groups. Students will evaluate conflict, continuity, change and cooperation between groups. During the second semester students will focus upon analyzing current world problems, their historical causes, and creating and evaluating possible solutions.
SOCIOLOGY
461 461S
Grade 12 Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
This introductory course encourages students to scientifically examine their social lives and society. Students will apply basic sociological research theories and methods to the study of human social groups. Students will evaluate the influence of culture and the socialization process on the development of the individual and social structure. Students will attempt solutions to a variety of complex social problems.
ECONOMICS 462 462S
Grade 12 Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
This course is designed to make the students aware of the principles of economics in order to make them better prepared to understand the complex modern economy. Students will also develop a personal budget.
GLOBAL STUDIES & GEOGRAPHY 463
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
In this course, we will study a wide array of topics relevant to the world today from all geographical regions. From a historical perspective, we will look at various groups, people, and movements that have impacted the world in various way through their documents, actions, and/or beliefs. We will also look at various demographical, ecological, religious, and economic impacts on the world. Areas of study include modern world history, genocide, terrorism, world religions, and their impact on the world throughout history, population growth, global warming, social organizations, American diplomacy and foreign policy, international economics, disease, and atomic world… to name a few.
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Grade 12
.5 Credit – Semester 2 Only
Advanced Placement Psychology, offered as an online course taken during the school day, is designed for 12th grade students who wish to prepare for the Psychology Exam for college credit to be taken in the spring of his or her senior year. All AP Students are required to take the exam. Students will be responsible for the purchase of the required textbook and for the cost of the AP Exam; total costs are approximately $350; please note that the text may also be available used or digitally rented for less expense to the student. Prerequisite(s): A cumulative average of at least 90% in Civics, American History, and World History
PA & LOCAL HISTORY/ CURRENT EVENTS 464
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This course is designed to examine past and present events in Pennsylvania and local history. Students will analyze the political and cultural contributions of individuals. Included are units involving early Native American culture and history, Pennsylvanian Constitutional history, and the history of Schuylkill County. Students will be expected to write essays and complete projects throughout this course.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES & DEBATE 465 Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This course aims to develop content knowledge, rhetorical skills and critical thinking skills through the evaluation of contemporary social issues. Students will identify, examine and evaluate a variety of issues shaping our social, political and economic lives from the regional, state, national and world levels. Students will learn techniques of persuasion and how to evaluate arguments. Our analysis of contemporary issues will culminate in competitive speaking events used by the PA High School Speech League. The course will not require competitive speaking outside of class, but will help prepare students interested in district and state competitions.
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BOYS' PHYSICAL EDUCATION Boys' physical education is a well‐defined, planned sequential course integrated within the mandatory requirements for graduation. The overall course provides opportunities for the progressional development of fine motor skills, strength, fitness, flexibility, endurance, and appreciation of lifetime activities. Highly regarded aspects of boys’ physical education are discipline and positive mental attitude, which are stressed frequently throughout the year.
9th Grade Boys' PE 9th Semester Boys' PE 10th Grade Boys' PE 10th Semester Boys’ PE 11th Grade Boys' PE 11th Semester Boys’ PE 12th Grade Boys' PE 12th Semester Boys’ PE
531 531S 541 541S 551 551S 561 561S
.5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester
GIRLS' PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students learn fundamental skills leading to competitive team games and lifetime activities with an emphasis on lifetime fitness. Emphasis is also placed on effort, positive attitude, positive interaction with peers, and following rules. Students will also participate in physical fitness testing which includes testing for cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, and strength. A basic strength‐ training program is introduced at this level. 9th Grade Girls' PE 532 .5 Credit – Full Year 9th Semester Girls’ PE 532S .25 Credit – Semester th 10 Grade Girls' PE 542 .5 Credit – Full Year 10th Semester Girls’ PE 542S .25 Credit – Semester th 11 Grade Girls' PE 552 .5 Credit – Full Year 11th Semester Girls’ PE 552S .25 Credit – Semester th 12 Grade Girls' PE 562 .5 Credit – Full Year 12th Semester Girls’ PE 562S .25 Credit – Semester ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 501 To Be Arranged The adaptive physical education program is an individual curriculum designed to assist a student in meeting his or her physical education credit requirements when, for any reason decided upon by a physician, participation in a regular physical education class is not possible. Policy states that it is the student's responsibility to obtain a medical recommendation to enroll in the adaptive class concentrating on restrictive, moderate, or active skill and fitness development.
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HEALTH
545 Grade 10 .5 Credit – Full Year The major courses of study offered in the senior high are Health Choices and Behaviors, Mental and Emotional Health, Body Systems, Reproductive Education/Human Sexuality, Drug Education, and Nutrition. This course emphasizes the importance of effective decision making for the attainment of total health throughout the following units: Sex vs. Sexuality, Anatomy and Physiology of Human Reproduction, Health Maintenance of the Reproductive Systems, Pregnancy and Child Birth, Birth Control and Consequences of Teenage Pregnancies, and Health Problems related to Sexually Transmitted Diseases with an emphasis on STI prevention.
HEALTH
545S Grade 10 .25 Credit – Semester The Career Tech Health Course will meet on a daily basis and is designed to accommodate 10th grade students who are scheduled for only one semester of classes at the high school. The course description, topics discussed, and student requirements are the same as those described above in Senior High Health (545). SPORTS STUDIES 558 Grades 11 & 12 .5 Credit – Full Year This course will provide students with knowledge, evaluation, and development of critical thinking skills in the following areas: history of sports in the U.S., ethics and legal aspects of sports, marketing/industry of sports, sports facilities, careers in sports, and coaching. Students will be expected to complete group and individual projects, conduct research, and discuss the previously mentioned topics. SAT PREP CLASS 847
Grade 10
.25 Credit – Semester
This required course is an online program which will improve students’ skills in three core academic areas: Writing, Reading, and Math. It will also serve to help students prepare to take the SAT by making them familiar with testing formats, and personalizing the instruction for each student according to their strengths in three core areas.
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ACCOUNTING I 655
Grades 10, 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This elective course will allow students to learn accurate record keeping for a business organized as a sole proprietorship. Students will learn to utilize the accounting equation to journalize business transactions, prepare financial documents, and make business decisions. Accounting is a core course needed for any career in business.
ACCOUNTING II 665
Grade 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The student will study a more in‐depth mastery of the recordkeeping for businesses. One of the main items studied will be accounting for partnerships and corporations. Each student will have a chance to study the more difficult rules of accounting. Accounting software and simulations will be used to enhance the learning experience. Prerequisite(s): Accounting I – “B” average.
BUSINESS LAW 656
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
Students will be introduced to the history of law and the United States court system. The course will then cover specialized areas of business law directly pertaining to students and their role in society as well as laws that govern their actions.
EMPLOYMENT SEARCH SKILLS 667 667S
Grade 12 Grade 12
.5 Credit – Full Year .5 Credit – Semester
This class will be used to prepare students for the workplace upon graduation. Students will study aspects of personality, workplace communication, insurance, customer service and personal finance. In addition, students will complete an employment portfolio (senior project) including a variety of necessary documents including a resume, references, letter of application in addition to completing a senior exit interview. Classes will be enhanced by guest speakers.
WEB DESIGN I 650
Grades 9, 10, 11 &12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This elective course provides students with opportunities to combine technical skills with design skills to create web pages with graphics, links, and organized information. Class experiences include learning the basics and history of the Internet, class discussions, hand‐on exercises, and beginning web page/site creating using HTML and web design software.
WEB DESIGN II 660
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
This elective course is a continuation of Web Design I. Web Design II will allow students to extend their knowledge of HTML and CSS coding, in addition to using their design skills to create sites for their portfolio and/or the community. Web design software will be used in addition to photo editing software. The course will prepare students for further education in the field of graphic or web page design. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and a 91% average in Web Design I.
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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE & MECHANICS I 731
Grade 9 & 10
1 Credit – Full Year
This course will explore a wide range of topics relating to agriculture and mechanics. Science aspects of the course will include soil science, plant science, animal science, and food science. The mechanics portion will include organizing and working safely in the shop, maintaining shop tools and equipment, welding with electric arc equipment, constructing and repairing agricultural equipment (wood and metal), and operating agricultural tractors and machinery safely. A heavy emphasis will also be placed on conducting Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs, participating in FFA and leadership activities, and preparing for a career in agriculture.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE II 741
Grade 10, 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The topics to be discussed in this course include soil management, agronomic crops, integrated pest management, dairy management, meat science, and forestry. Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs and FFA activities will also be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Science & Mechanics I
AGRICULTURAL PRACTICUM II 742
Grade 10, 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Topics to be covered in this course include practicing agricultural safety, operating agricultural tractors and equipment safely, constructing and repairing agricultural equipment ‐ wood and metal, and identifying and selecting shop materials and supplies. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Science & Mechanics I and enrollment in Agricultural Science II
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE III 751
Grade 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The topics to be discussed in this course include aquaculture, agricultural cooperatives, agribusiness and agricultural marketing, fruit and vegetable crops, poultry science, and natural resources. Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs and FFA activities will also be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Science II
AGRICULTURAL PRACTICUM III 752
Grade 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Topics covered in this course include practicing agricultural safety, operating agricultural tractors and equipment safely, servicing and repairing agricultural equipment, electrical wiring, and cutting and heating with the oxyacetylene torch. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Practicum II and enrollment in Agricultural Science III
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE IV 761
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
This course will cover topics including processing agricultural products, animal behavior, genetics, animal selection, and large animal science. Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs and FFA activities will also be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Science III
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Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Topics covered in this course include using, servicing and repairing agricultural machinery, constructing with concrete, installing rural water and septic systems, and farm building construction. Prerequisite(s): Agricultural Practicum III and enrollment in Agricultural Science IV
The following elective courses may be made available by the agriculture department. The courses will be offered on an every other day basis for one semester (two grading periods). One‐quarter credit will be granted for each elective completed. These courses are designed to make instruction in specialized areas of agriculture available to students who are interested in agriculture but who do not wish to take the regular four‐year agriculture program. The number of students interested in a particular subject area will determine courses offered. The following is a listing of the courses that may be offered and a brief summary of the topics that will be covered.
FORESTRY
744
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This course examines the importance of the forest industry, occupational opportunities in forestry, tree identification, improving woodlots, establishing forest plantings, land measurement and establishing boundaries, estimating volumes of standing timber, and chainsaw operation.
ELECTRIC & OXYACETYLENE WELDING AND CUTTING I 745 Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
The use of electric and gas welding and cutting equipment, electrode and metal identification, basic welding and cutting procedures using stick electric welding equipment, basic welding, cutting, and brazing procedures using oxyacetylene equipment.
ELECTRIC & OXYACETYLENE WELDING AND CUTTING II 755 Grades 11 & 12
Advanced skills in electric and gas welding and cutting, including MIG welding. Prerequisite(s): Electric & Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting (Course #745)
SMALL GASOLINE ENGINES I 746
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
Grades 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
.25 Credit – Semester
Small engine repair/overhaul and troubleshooting Prerequisite(s): Small Gasoline Engines (Course #746)
BASIC ELECTRICITY 747
Using measuring devices, engine operation and compression, ignition systems, carburetion, engine evaluation and re‐assembly, preventative maintenance
SMALL GASOLINE ENGINES II 756
.25 Credit – Semester
Grades 10, 11 & 12
In this course you learn how electricity is produced and distributed, planning an electrical wiring system, service entrance systems and basic wiring.
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Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
In this course you learn to identify wildlife species, to establish conservation practices to benefit wildlife, to improve wildlife habitat, wildlife management practices, and wildlife propagation.
VETERINARY SCIENCE 749
Grades 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester
In this course you will study the growth and development, nutrition, reproduction, and health of common farm and companion animals.
HORTICULTURE 750
Grades 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester
This course will cover such topics as basic plant science, plant propagation, greenhouse management, interior landscaping, outside landscaping, and floral design.
AQUATIC RESOURCES 757
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
In this course you will learn to identify aquatic species (fish, aquatic insects, and aquatic plants) and species that visit water habitats (reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals). You will learn to establish conservation practices to benefit aquatic species and to improve aquatic habitats. You will learn about aquaculture (utilizing the fish tank in the shop and the pond in the courtyard).
AGRICULTURAL WOOD TECHNOLOGY I 758
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This course offers experiences in the following areas: Industrial safety, measuring and layout tools, job planning and computing, hand and machine tool use and care, wood fasteners, wood finishing, lumber manufacturing, and job opportunities in the woodworking industry. The students will make projects utilizing hand and machine tool skills. The student will be responsible for the cost of the materials.
AGRICULTURAL WOOD TECHNOLOGY II 759
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This course offers experiences in the following areas: industrial safety, measuring and layout tools, job planning and computing, hand and machine tool use and care, wood fasteners, wood finishing, lumber manufacturing, and job opportunities in the wood working industry. Students make projects utilizing hand and machine tool skills. The student will be responsible for the cost of the materials. Prerequisite(s): Wood Technology I
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Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.5 – 1 Credit
DO NOT ENTER on course selection sheet. This will be assigned by the agriculture teacher.*
This course is to be conducted in conjunction with other course offerings in the agricultural curriculum. All agriculture students are required to conduct a program using the required record in an area of occupational investigation of their choice. Areas of consideration are production of animals, crops or plants; on‐farm work experience; improvement project for the home, farm or business; research projects; and practicum experiences. For students who have room in their schedule, course credit is available. (A minimum of 135 clock hours = 1 credit or 67.5 clock hours = .5 credit of work outside the classroom and supervision by the agriculture teacher is required.)
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING REGARDING THE AGRICULTURAL PROGRAM 1. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA (FFA) Any student taking agriculture elective or regular agriculture course is eligible for FFA membership. This would entitle the student to participate in FFA contests, field trips, and activities. Interested students should contact the agriculture instructor. All students wishing to join FFA must carry a supervised agricultural experience program. Students who are taking their first agricultural course or elective must submit a written plan for a supervised agricultural experience program to qualify for FFA membership.
2. Please be advised that agriculture class space may be limited based upon available work stations and safety concerns. In the event that course requests exceed capacity, students that have an agricultural career objective will be given preference, as will grade level. Tri‐Valley school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex and disability. The traffic and safety education curriculum of the Tri‐Valley School District seeks to provide the student with all knowledge required to operate a motor vehicle within the constraints and regulations of the motor vehicle code and all knowledge necessary to operate a motor vehicle safely and efficiently in any traffic environment. The basic philosophy around which the course structure is designed is the tenet that knowledge and experience provided through the course will equip the student to operate a motor vehicle in a collision‐free manner to the extent that this is humanly possible. As a result of instruction received, the student will also acquire all knowledge necessary to deal in an effective manner as a consumer and as an active member of the highway transportation system in daily life tasks as they relate to the motor vehicle and its place in our society.
TRAFFIC AND SAFETY EDUCATION 841 841S
Grade 10 Grade 10
. 25 Credit – Semester . 25 Credit – Semester
This course is a theoretical introduction to motor vehicle code guidelines, motor vehicle safety, operational efficiency, and motor vehicle environments.
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RESEARCH
831
Grade 9
.167 Credit – 30 Days
The Research Rotation is a course that focuses on the process used to create a research paper. A logical step by step approach is used to go through the various stages including: Topic selection, developing a list of sources, accessing sources, finding and recording information, and using that information in a paper with correct documentation as per the MLA. This is a hands‐on course where students spend much of their time using the school’s library and technological resources.
SPEECH
832
Grade 9
.167 Credit – 30 Days
It is the intent of this course to present the student with unique nature of our language and our capacity to orally manipulate it. Students will learn to design, develop and present speeches to accomplish specific task or situations. They will also learn to synthesize and apply this learned information to a variety of language usages and oral presentations. More specifically the course will deal with: 1. Types of speeches, 2. Methods of presentations, 3. Creating speeches, 4. Speech presentations, 5. Voice control and terminology manipulation.
MUSIC
833
Grade 9
.167 Credit – 30 Days
The Piano Keyboard Lab is designed to give the student an opportunity to explore Piano Keyboard technique and performance through computer‐aided instruction. The student will learn basic music theory and keyboarding skills and can progress at their own level through games and performance drills. The program is designed so that students with no music experience can be successful and advanced musicians can be challenged to improve musicianship.
MATH
834
Grade 9
.167 Credit – 30 Days
The purpose of this course is to provide instruction on topics not included in the algebra and geometry courses. The first portion of the course will focus on statistics and the use of graphing calculators. The second portion of the course will focus on probability.
ART
835
Grade 9
.167 Credit – 30 Days This art rotation is a foundation program to provide basic visual arts education. HOME AND FAMILY LIVING 836 Grade 9 .167 Credit – 30 Days The Home and Family Living Rotation is an opportunity for students to develop a variety of basic food preparation skills in a foods’ lab setting.
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SEWING I
900
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This course will enable the student to further his/her sewing skills. The student will be required to use the electric sewing machine to complete project(s) from patterns. The student will be responsible for the cost of materials.
SEWING II
901
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
A development of the basic skills acquired in Sewing I. All material costs are the responsibility of the student. Recommendation of the instructor is encouraged. The student will be responsible for the cost of materials. Prerequisite(s): Sewing I
REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL FOODS I 902
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one‐semester unit of study will include an introduction to regional and international foods and an in‐depth study of nutrition. Foods from the various food groups as well as regional and international favorites will be prepared using basic cooking skills.
REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL FOODS II 903
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one‐semester unit of study will build upon the information and skills of the Foods I unit. It will include an in‐ depth study of regional and international foods. Food preparation will involve more advanced skills. Prerequisite(s): Regional & International Foods I
REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL FOODS III 904
Grades 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one‐semester unit of study will continue the information and skills of Foods I and II but will focus on an advanced study of nutrition. Food preparation skills will be more advanced and more involved. Prerequisite(s): Regional & International Foods I and II
REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL FOODS IV 905
Grade 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one‐semester course will continue the information and skills developed in Foods I, II, and III. Foods IV will continue to develop food preparation skills with more advanced recipes. Prerequisite(s): Regional & International Foods I, II, and III
RELATED ARTS/CRAFTS I 907
Grades 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester
In this course the students will learn or perfect handcrafts such as counted cross stitch, knitting, seasonal craft projects and creation of stuffed animals or dolls. The student will learn to use leisure time effectively. The student will be responsible for the cost of materials.
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Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This course is a continuation of the skills and projects of Arts/Crafts I. The student will be responsible for the cost of the materials. Prerequisite(s): Related Arts/Crafts I
HAND SEWING I 909
This course will develop the student’s basic hand sewing skills through a variety of projects selected by the student. The student will be responsible for the cost of the materials.
HAND SEWING II 910
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one semester course is a further development of basic hand sewing skills learned in Hand Sewing I. The student will be responsible for the cost of materials. Prerequisite(s): Hand Sewing I
SCRATCH BAKING
911
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester
This one semester course is designed to explore the baking skills in the preparation of a variety of quick breads, yeast breads, cookies, cakes and pastries.
SCRAPBOOKING 912
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.25 Credit – Semester
This one semester course will introduce students to scrapbooking. Students will learn the basics of scrapbooking and will apply those basics to the design and creation of their own scrapbook. The student will be responsible for the cost of materials.
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SENIOR CHORUS 947 948S
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 .5 Credit – Full Year Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester
The goal of the chorus is to develop knowledge of sight‐reading, musical styles, proper diction, phrasing and tone quality through performance. Students will participate in at least two performances, which may include Christmas, Pops, and/or Spring Concerts. Attendance at evening performances is required. Senior chorus, grades 9‐12, will sing 3‐part (soprano, alto, and baritone) or 4‐part (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) music.
SENIOR BAND (SR. HIGH MARCHING BAND & CONCERT BAND) 942 Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 .5 Credit – Full Year 943S Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 .25 Credit – Semester This course provides the opportunity for talented and experienced instrumentalists to participate in ensemble and large group instruction and performance. During the first nine weeks, members will participate in marching band. The second, third, and fourth quarters will be devoted to the rehearsal, development, and performance of various concert band repertoires, with the exception of community functions which require a marching band. Public performances are expected since this course is both a fine and performing art. Prerequisite(s): By audition only on a band instrument: brass, percussion, or woodwind.
INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS 944
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
Arranged Rotating Schedule
All students are scheduled for sectional lessons depending on their Marching or Concert Instrument. Students auditioning for festivals, harmony instruments, changes, and new students will be scheduled as individual or "like" instrument groups. The main focus of the lessons will be on scales, sight‐reading, festival solos, festival music, concert music, and instrumental method books. (Method books are determined by the ability of the student).
BAND FRONT 945
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.125 – Only Semester 1
The goal of the Band Front is to provide the opportunity, for those students that are selected, to visually enhance the performance of the Marching Band. During the first nine weeks, selected members will participate in the marching band. All activities and routines are based around the drill design and structure of the Marching Band. Prerequisite(s): By audition only for Baton and Flag Twirling
MUSIC THEORY I 951
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
Students will develop fundamentals of written music including intervals, key signatures, melody writing, rhythm and harmony (major and minor) through written exercises and aural exercises. Students will be taught sight singing, elementary keyboard (if the student has previous keyboard experience), ear training, basic arranging, and written and aural dictation of melodies, intervals, chords, harmonies, and four part harmony. Students will be introduced to various types of musical form, music history and music literature. Students taking this course should have some previous training in music.
MUSIC THEORY II 952
Grades 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
Music Theory II is designed as a continuation of Music Theory I. This course will review enharmonic tones, circle of fifths, all major and minor scales, and diatonic intervals. Advanced triad and chord structure is introduced as well as chromatic harmonization. Pitch perception is developed using a computer as well as using Solfège‐ sight reading. The final project will be an orchestration performed by the band. Prerequisite(s): Music Theory I
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GERMAN I
961
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 1 Credit – Full Year
The student will begin to appreciate a language and a culture different from his/her own. Elements of basic grammar, sentences structure, and vocabulary receive primary stress. In addition to the textbook, portions of a workbook and Internet materials are used. From an early stage, students are encouraged to speak in German. Written work consists mainly of exercises and short notes, letters, and essays. Students are encouraged to participate in the German‐American Partnership Program which entails a 3‐4 week student exchange with the Lloyd Gymnasium in Bremerhaven, Germany.
GERMAN II
962
Grades 10, 11 & 12 1 Credit – Full Year
What has started in German I continues: cultural immersion, written work, and speaking in German. In grammar additional tenses and cases are learned. Writing assignments are of greater length and complexity. More of the class is conducted in German. Speaking and listening skills are stressed. Students are encouraged to participate in the German‐American Partnership Program which entails a 3‐4 week student exchange with the Lloyd Gymnasium in Bremerhaven, Germany. Prerequisite(s): German I ‐ “C” average.
GERMAN III
963
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Since this (like German IV) is an elective, the interests of students are pursued more than in previous years. Emphasis is placed on elements of style, grammar, and specialized vocabulary. Students spend more time in oral work, to include giving short speeches, in the study of different literary genres, and contemporary publications. Students are encouraged to participate in the German‐American Partnership Program which entails a 3‐4 week student exchange with the Lloyd Gymnasium in Bremerhaven, Germany. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation or German II – 80% average.
GERMAN IV 964
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
German IV is a continuation of the material in German III. Students will continue to communicate at an advanced level. Much more emphasis will be placed on writing in longer compositions and advanced oral presentation. We will study German Literature. We will continue the study of grammar not included in the first three levels. We will review the previous grammatical structures as well as past vocabulary. Students are encouraged to participate in the German‐American Partnership Program which entails a 3‐4 week student exchange with the Lloyd Gymnasium in Bremerhaven, Germany. Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation or German III – 80% average.
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971
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
In Spanish I, the students will develop basic skills and will utilize the present tense in frequent reading, writing, listening, and speaking assignments. They are also introduced to the past tense (preterit) towards the end of the year. The focus of the class is on learning and recalling basic Spanish vocabulary words, phrases and grammar using the four C’s (communication, culture, connections and comparisons). Spanish is spoken by the teacher, and the students are encouraged to speak in the target language most of the class time in order to allow students to practice the target language. However, grammar and other needed explanations are done in English.
SPANISH II
972
Grades 10, 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Spanish II focus on mastering the use of the present tense, the two past tenses, preterit and imperfect. In addition, the students will also learn to better communicate in the target language. This class is taught using the four C’s (communication, culture, connections and comparisons). Students will also learn about different Latin American countries and their culture in each unit of the textbook. In each chapter students will also watch and have a discussion of a video series of “En Busca de la Verdad.” Prerequisite(s): Spanish I ‐ “C” average.
SPANISH III
973
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
In Spanish III, the students will continue to focus in the present, preterit and imperfect, present perfect, commands, subjunctive, and in developing fluency in reading, writing, listening and speaking assignments. The focus of the class is more academic as the students are asked to focus on their reading comprehension skills, and correct use of Spanish in oral and written assignments. Spanish is spoken by the teacher for the majority of this class. However, grammar and other explanations are done in their native language. Students will also have an opportunity to immerse themselves in language study, by practicing what they learned in projects and writing assignments. Prerequisite(s): Spanish II – Teacher Recommendation – 80% average.
SPANISH IV
974
Grade 12
1 Credit – Full Year
Students will focus and utilize all tenses they already know from previous years. Also, the students will learn new tenses and use them in a variety of assignments. However, grammar and other explanations are done in their native language. Prerequisite(s): Spanish III – Teacher Recommendation – 80% average.
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981 981SemA 981SemAB
Grades 10, 11 & 12 Grades 10, 11 & 12 Grades 10, 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
The student will be introduced to a variety of techniques and mediums through the study of the elements and principles of art. An interest in art and design is required.
ADVANCED ART 982 982SemA 982SemAB
Grades 11 & 12 Grades 11 & 12 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
This is a course which will require advanced drawing skills and creativity. Techniques that were learned and mediums that were used in Art I will be built upon in this course. An interest in art and design is required. Prerequisite(s): Art I
PORTFOLIO PREPARATION 983 983SemA 983SemAB
Grades 11 & 12 Grades 11 & 12 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year .25 Credit – Semester .5 Credit – Semester
This course is for prospective art majors and minors. It is designed to prepare the student for his or her portfolio review, which is needed for admission into most higher education art programs. The completed portfolio will demonstrate the strengths and versatility of the student’s artistic talents. Prerequisite(s): Must have teacher recommendation and Art I and Advanced Art.
CERAMICS
986
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Full Year
You will learn the processes of making and firing ceramic objects. Hand‐building techniques will be practiced, and pottery wheel experiences will be available. An interest in 3‐D design is required. Prerequisite(s): Art 1
YEARBOOK
996
Grades 11 & 12
1 Credit – Full Year
The yearbook elective is designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in working on the yearbook for the current school year. Students will learn yearbook design and produce the student publication for the year. Students who sign up for yearbook should plan to dedicate time to work on the yearbook in class, club periods, and out of class. Students who would like to be on the yearbook staff should see Ms. White to complete an application. Staff will be chosen by the yearbook advisor.
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Through a partnership between the Tri‐Valley School District and Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC), students in grades 11 and 12 may enroll in on‐line semester elective courses that will be scheduled during the school day. Students who complete these courses will receive .5 weighted credits from Tri‐Valley, along with 3 college credits from LCCC. (NOTE: A final grade of “C” or better is required to earn the college credits.) In order to enroll in these courses, students will work with the guidance counselor to complete an application and applicable placement tests for LCCC, and determine which course(s) will benefit the student’s future goals. Following acceptance, students may enroll in the following courses, pending availability from LCCC. Cost to the students is $288 per 3 credit course, payable to LCCC at the time of enrolling in the course with LCCC, along with the purchase or rental of the text book, which varies by course. Prerequisite(s): A minimum cumulative GPA of 90%. Subject to availability, students may choose from the following courses: ENG 105 ‐ COLLEGE ENGLISH I DE105 Grades 11 & 12 .5 Credit – Semester In College English I (ENG 105), students will write essays, develop a research paper, and master library skills. Students strive for sound logic, effective use of details, appropriate diction, and correct grammar and mechanics. Students study models of good writing, which include student essays as well as professionally written essays.
ENG 106 ‐ COLLEGE ENGLISH II DE106
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
College English II (ENG 106) is a writing course in which students write analytical essays about literature (short fiction, drama, novels and poetry). Students strive for good logic, effective use of details, correct grammar and mechanics, and appropriate vocabulary and diction.
CIS 105 ‐ INTRO TO COMPUTER & APPLICATIONS DE256 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
Intended for students with little or no previous computer experience. The topics presented in this course include a survey of computer hardware, application and system software, data communications and networks, the societal impacts of technology, and ethics in the context of digital information. Students will have hands‐on experience with popular spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software packages in a networked environment. Students will also consider the criteria used to evaluate computer equipment for personal as well as organizational purchase.
GEO 115 – WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY DE451 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course is an introduction to the location, distribution, and spatial organization of major realms, regions, and countries of the world. Emphasis will be place on physical features, cultural patterns, political histories, and economic development, and how increasing globalization influences the geographic areas of the world. Current geographic issues associated with each area will be addressed. Utilizing the holistic approach of geography, students will be able to better explain the "why" and "where" of the peoples and places of the world.
P a g e | 38 HIS 124 ‐ US SINCE RECONSTRUCTION DE452
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
The present is a result of the past. Apropos, students in this course will consider, analyze and gain insight into past events, people and trends that have contributed to the constitution of America's present. An accumulation of a body of knowledge, both necessary and useful, and including U.S. foreign policy from Western settlement through globalization, and domestic changes from urbanization and industrialization, racial and gender questions to enduring debates over political economy, will serve to supplement and support the intellectual skills on which this course will focus.
HIS 130 ‐ WESTERN CIVILIZATION I DE453
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
A thematic oriented course surveying the origins, development, and formation of the Western world's major political, social, economic, religious, and intellectual institutions to the dawn of the modern era. Special emphasis is given to four great antecedents of Western Civilization: Greek rationalism; Roman universality; Judaic ‐ Christian ethics; and Celtic, Slavic, Germanic traditions. Western Civilization is defined as European civilization and its remote origins in earlier civilizations located in Mesopotamia, the Nile Valley, and beyond. The course stresses the themes of continuity and change in the forging of and diffusion of Western Civilization. Attention is paid to the reciprocal influences of western and non‐western cultures. Discussion, lecture, and inquiry methods aim at developing the student's appreciation of the Western historical perspective.
SOC 150 ‐ INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY DE454
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
Sociology studies how we define our social world, create and learn rules for interacting with one another, establish and maintain institutions such as the family, school, and church, divide and distribute work and wealth among ourselves, struggle for power and prestige, and adjust to new ideas and technologies. This course introduces students to the conceptual tools needed to explore these issues and to develop a critical understanding of the social world.
SOC 151 ‐ MODERN SOCIAL PROBLEMS DE455
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course offers a sociological approach to the study of social problems. Students will examine how a problem comes to public attention, how it is defined, how data are used or misused in the presentation of a problem, and how political ideology affects what solutions are offered for a problem. Course materials will give special attention to the role of the media in highlighting certain problems and in shaping an audience's perspective on those problems. Students will investigate the social‐structural conditions that produce particular problems and explore the ways in which a variety of problems are connected to one another. They will look at the political and economic interests that are tied to those social structures and consider how those interests affect policy. Throughout the course, students will evaluate "solutions" put forward by various advocates and agencies and identify ways in which individuals can become involved in shaping policy debates and/or taking political action. The particular problems addressed will vary, but may include: poverty, heterosexism, violence, substance use/abuse, access to health care, educational disparities, environmental pollution, war and genocide, and/or the exploitation of labor.
PSC 130 ‐ INTRO TO POLITICAL SCIENCE DE456
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
Course considers philosophy and development of contemporary political ideologies. Institutions of modern governments are compared and analyzed. Philosophical, behavioral, institutional, and historical approaches to the study of political science are examined to study the discipline as a science.
P a g e | 39 PSY 140 ‐ INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY DE457 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This introductory course will provide students with an overview of the current body of knowledge and methods of the science of psychology. With an emphasis on empirical examination, the course focuses on the historical and contemporary foundations of psychology, cognition, emotions, learning, memory, consciousness, human development, biological bases of behavior, personality, psychological disorders, therapy and social behavior. Emphasis will be placed on the application of psychology to diverse human endeavors and on the students' ability to recognize and cope with uncertainty and ambiguity in human behavior.
PSY 145 ‐ HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT DE458 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
Overview of development throughout the entire life cycle. Developmental themes that emerge in and across different stages of life, including physical cognitive, social and emotional factors are surveyed. The role of heredity, culture, personal experience and the environment are discussed.
BUS 120 ‐ INTRO TO BUSINESS ORGANIZATION DE651 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
The nature of business in regard to structure, principle activities, and problems are explained. Among the principal topics considered are the framework of business; business operations; staffing and labor law; management; finance and accounting; competition; research; taxation; trade and globalization; economic indicators; and legal, governmental and regulatory issues. A business plan project will be explored.
MUS 101 ‐ INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC DE951
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
A course which surveys music as broad whole including classical music, popular music, and music of other cultures. The course also explores the various uses of music in daily life. Designed to develop perceptive listening through the study of the basic elements of musical properties, forms, applications, and styles.
MUS 107 ‐ AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC DE952
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This is a course dealing with the forms and history of American popular music from its 19th century origins to the present. Subject material includes early song forms, folk music, the Blues, Ragtime, early Jazz, Big Band music, Bebop, Rhythm and Blues, Country and Western, Rock 'n Roll (early phases as well as recent trends), and Musical Theater. Recorded musical examples will be used. Students will be expected to attend at least one performance outside of class and to present a report on an assigned topic in class.
ART 101 ‐ INTRODUCTION TO ART DE953
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit –‐ Semester
Surveys painting, sculpture, architecture and other related art forms of western culture with consideration of the aesthetic, historical, and technical significance of major artistic achievements.
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Through a partnership between the Tri‐Valley School District and the Penn State Schuylkill campus, students in grades 11 and 12 may enroll in on‐line or on‐campus semester elective courses that will be scheduled during the school day. Students who complete these courses will receive .5 weighted credits from Tri‐Valley, along with 3 college credits from Penn State. In order to enroll in these courses, students will work with the guidance counselor to complete an application and applicable placement tests for PSU, and determine which course(s) will benefit the student’s future goals. Following acceptance, students may enroll in the following courses, pending availability from PSU. The current discounted cost to the students is $918.50 per 3 credit course, payable to PSU at the time of enrolling in the course with PSU, along with the purchase or rental of the text book, which varies by course. Prerequisite(s): A minimum cumulative GPA of 90%. Subject to availability, students may choose from the following courses (additional courses may be added if/when they are made available by PSU):
HD FS 239 Adolescent Development DEPS 451
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course meets the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements. Only in early infancy do minds, bodies, and abilities change as radically as they do during the teenage years. HD FS 239 is an introductory course that explores the developmental processes that shape our lives between puberty and the end of college. Although each life unfolds in its own unique pattern, we will explore the ways biological, psychological, and sociological influences systematically combine to shape its course. This class will help to develop an understanding of the concepts, methods, and research findings central to the study of adolescent development.
SOC (WMNST) 110 Sociology of Gender DEPS 452
Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course meets the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements. This course provides an introduction to the analysis and understanding of how men's and women's lives are different and how they intersect with each other. The course focuses on the social construction of gender and the impact of gender on experiences in a variety of social contexts and institutions throughout the life course, including cross‐cultural comparisons of gender expectations. An overriding objective is to help students better assess and analyze the effects of gender throughout history and in their everyday lives. Class sessions are a mixture of lectures, discussions, group exercises, guest speakers, and films designed to engage the students in the learning process. Each session helps students to critically evaluate the effects of gender discussed in their readings and experienced in their everyday lives. The evaluation tools used for this course extend this critical evaluation. Although the specific evaluation methods vary by sections, all sections use some form of reaction papers, book reviews, and/or journals. These writing assignments require students to demonstrate an understanding of the class readings, lectures, and activities, and to offer an evaluation and assessment of these readings and presentations. Because the social construction of gender is intertwined with family, work, religion, education, government, and all interpersonal interaction, the course overlaps with courses in each of these areas. This course meets a General Education requirement in Social and Behavioral Sciences. It can be used as a lower‐level sociology course in the Sociology BA major and the Sociology minor. It can also be used as a supporting course in the Women's Studies major and minor.
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Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course meets the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements. This course will introduce students to the art and craft of theatrical production. Students will learn about plays, playwrights, major eras and styles of theatrical production, the analysis of scripts, genres of dramatic literature, and the personnel involved in the production of plays.
THEA 130 Introduction to Theatre Scenic and Costume Technology DEPS 952 Grades 11 & 12
.5 Credit – Semester
This course will familiarize students with the methods, materials, equipment, concepts, and processes involved in the construction of scenery and costumes for the theatre. The emphasis of this course will be on the physical process that results in the production of both scenery and costumes. Lecture topics include: Soft Goods Layout and Construction Basics, Flat Layout and Construction Dimensional Scenery Rigging and Paint, The Costume Shop/The Big Picture Designer's Sketch to Wearable Costume Hand Sewing Techniques Sewing Techniques/The Sewing Machine. In addition to lectures, students will be expected to participate in hands‐on laboratory activities that will reinforce and inform the classroom theory. These activities will give students an opportunity to apply the principles they will learn in the lecture component. These courses enable our students to converse intelligently with all of the members of the theatre community, regardless of their specific theatre emphasis. Students will develop a fundamental understanding of the relationship between the various areas of theatre production.
Penn State University and Bloomsburg University also offer high students, subject to acceptance, the opportunity to enroll in classes during the school year and also during the summer months. These offerings are at a significantly discounted tuition rate. While they do not yield credits toward graduation at Tri‐Valley, they do provide students an opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. Interested students should see the guidance counselor for more details.
Learning Support Program This program is one of personalized instruction for each student in whom individual achievements are identified and developed in a continuous sequence from seventh through the twelfth grade. Students with individual learning needs receive instruction in basic skill areas and progress at their own learning rate. Heavy emphasis is placed upon reading, arithmetic, language arts, social studies, and daily‐life skills. Entrance into the Learning Support Class is based on testing and review by the Multi‐Disciplinary Team. The program serves to provide remediation in areas where students are significantly below grade level, to support students who are mainstreamed, and to serve as the Least Restrictive Environment for all students enrolled. Students participate in these special classes for one or more periods per day based upon the student’s educational needs. LS English Arts LS Math LS Science LS Social Studies
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SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER The Schuylkill Technology Center is an elective option of high school course selection designed to provide the basic technical skills to assist all students to prepare for a career in tomorrow’s high tech workforce and enable students to get a “head start” on post‐secondary career. Programs offer basic entry‐level skills with “hands‐on” training on computerized and technical equipment. Students must have completed the ninth grade to enroll in the Technology Center. All Schuylkill Technology Center Programs of Studies have articulation agreements to various post‐secondary/ higher education institutes, thus providing for advanced placement and advanced skill opportunities. More information regarding program of studies and articulation agreements can be obtained from Schuylkill Technology Center ‐ Guidance Department at (570) 544‐4748 and (570) 874‐1034 or on the web at www.stcenters.org.
SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER PROGRAM OF STUDIES The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 requires the development and implementation of career and technical programs of study (POS). Programs of Study incorporate secondary education and postsecondary education elements; include coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant career and technical content in a coordinated, non‐duplicative progression of courses that align secondary education with postsecondary education to adequately prepare students to succeed in postsecondary education; may include the opportunity for secondary education students to participate in dual or concurrent enrollment programs or other ways to acquire postsecondary education credits and lead to an industry‐recognized credential or certificate at the postsecondary level or an associate or baccalaureate degree. Program of Studies Consists of: High Priority Occupation (HPO) from PA Department of Labor and Industry Align POS selection from PA approved CIPs Scope and Sequences of Courses Integration of Academics Standards Recognized PA Industry Certifications aligned to CIPs Statewide articulations for POS students to postsecondary institutions that continue career pathways Assessments for end of program at secondary and postsecondary (e.g. NOCTI)
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SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER’S CAREER CLUSTERS AND PROGRAM OF STUDY
Architecture and Construction Carpentry Technology Masonry Technology Plumbing & Heating Technology Residential/Industrial Electricity
Health Science Health Careers Hospitality & Tourism Culinary Arts
Human Services Cosmetology Early Child Care & Education
Information Technology Computer Information Systems Law, Public Safety, & Security Criminal Justice
Manufacturing Electronic Technology Pre‐Engineering Technology Precision Machining Technology Welding Technology
Marketing Sales & Service Business Management
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Automotive Technology Collision Repair & Custom Refinishing Diesel Technology Small Engine Technology
Senior Only Programs Diversified Occupations
Emerging Health Professions
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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION CARPENTRY TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay‐out, fabricate, erect, install and repair structures and fixtures using hand and power tools. This program includes instruction in common systems of framing, construction materials, estimating, blueprint reading and finish carpentry techniques. MASONRY TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the laying and/or setting of brick, concrete block, glass block, hard tile, marble and related materials using trowels, levels, hammers, chisels and other hand tools. PLUMBING & HEATING TECHNOLOGY A program that prepares individuals to practice as licensed plumbers by applying technical knowledge, safety and skills to lay out, assemble, install and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems for steam, natural gas, oil, hot water, heating, cooling, drainage, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems in home and business environments. Includes instruction in source determination, water distribution, waste removal, pressure adjustment, basic physics, technical mathematics, blueprint reading, pipe installation, pumps, brazing and soldering, plumbing inspection and applicable codes and standards. RESIDENTIAL/INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICITY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills necessary to install, operate, maintain and repair electrically‐energized residential, commercial and industrial systems, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels. Instruction emphasizes practical application of mathematics, science, circuit diagrams and use of electrical codes and includes blueprint reading, sketching and other subjects essential for employment in the electrical occupations. Reading and interpretation of commercial and residential construction wiring codes and specifications, installation and maintenance of wiring, service and distribution networks within large construction complexes are also critical components of the program.
HEALTH SCIENCE HEALTH CAREERS A cluster program with a combination of subject matter and experiences designed to prepare individuals for entry‐level employment in a minimum of three related health occupations under the supervision of a licensed health care professional. Instruction consists of core course content with clinical experiences in one or two health related occupations. The core curriculum consists of planned courses for introduction of health careers, basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, legal and ethical aspects of health care and communications and at least three planned courses for the knowledge and skills for the occupational area such as medical assisting, ward clerk, nursing assisting, etc.
P a g e | 45 HOSPITALITY & TOURISM CULINARY ARTS An instructional program that prepares students for employment related to institutional, commercial or self‐owned food establishments or other food industry occupations. Instruction and specialized learning experiences include theory, laboratory and work experience related to planning, selecting, preparing and serving of quantity food and food products; nutritive values; use and care of commercial equipment; safety; and sanitation precautions. Instruction skills are provided to individuals desiring to become employed in all areas of the food service industry at entry level.
HUMAN SERVICES COSMETOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills related to experiences in a variety of beauty treatments including the care and beautification of the hair, complexion and hands. Instruction includes training in giving shampoos, rinses and scalp treatments; hair styling, setting, cutting, dyeing, tinting and bleaching; permanent waving; facials; manicuring; and hand and arm massaging. Bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, salon management including record keeping and customer relations are also emphasized. Instruction is designed to qualify pupils for the licensing examination. EARLY CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION An instructional program that prepares individuals for a variety of occupations in child care and guidance often under the supervision of professional personnel in child or day care centers. This program includes instruction in growth and development; nutrition; program planning and management; safety; behavior guidance; play activities; child abuse and neglect; parent‐child personal relationships; learning experiences for children; and laws, regulations and policies relating to child care services.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to support the design and development of software applications. This program is designed to provide the capacity to prepare and interpret process and data models, develop and structure software components and to validate the functionality, usability and reliability of those components. Validation skills include testing and debugging. System, component and user documentation is to be performed throughout the process. This program will provide students with the ability to integrate new and existing components. Students will receive instruction in at least two programming languages including at least one procedure‐oriented language and one object and visually‐oriented language. This course provides a thorough practical knowledge of the concepts, theories, logic and critical thinking skills required when building software applications. Students completing the program will possess a basic technical foundation needed to pursue postsecondary
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LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY & SECURITY CRIMINAL JUSTICE An instructional program that prepares individuals for entering post‐secondary educational coursework in the field of criminal justice. Individuals completing this program have the knowledge and skills to advance themselves in the various disciplines of criminal justice, including policing, corrections, probation and parole, security, communications, and crime scene management. They also have a requisite understanding of the use of force and health issues.
MANUFACTURING ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply basic electronic principles and technical skills to the production, calibration, estimation, testing, assembling, installation and maintenance of electronic equipment. Emphasis is on passive components and solid‐ state devices; digital circuits; optoelectronic devices; operational amplifiers; audio and RF amplifiers; oscillators; power supplies; and AM, FM and PCM modulators. Knowledge is acquired through theoretical instruction, experimentation and hands‐on activities. Instruction will develop basic levels of knowledge, understanding and associated skills essential for entry‐level employment in communications, industrial electronics, digital processing, robotics, avionics, biomedical technology and other electronics occupations. PRE‐ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in both the mechanical and electrical fields. Instruction is planned to provide preparation in the design, development and testing of electromechanical devices and systems such as automatic control systems, servomechanisms, vending machines, elevator controls, missile controls, tape‐control machines and auxiliary computer equipment. Instruction also includes feasibility testing of engineering concepts, systems analysis including designs, selection and testing and application of engineering data and the preparation of written reports and test results in support of mechanical and electrical engineers. PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in all aspects of shaping metal parts. Instruction involves making computations relating to work dimensions, tooling and feeds and speeds of machining. Emphasis is placed upon bench work and the operation of lathes, power saws, milling machines, grinders, drills and computer operated equipment (CNC and CIM). Instruction also includes the use of precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers and gauges; methods of machining and heat treatment of various metals; blueprint reading; and the layout of
P a g e | 47 machine parts. Instruction prepares students to operate all types of hand and computer controlled machines. WELDING TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in gas, arc, shielded and non‐shielded metal arc, brazing, flame cutting. Hand, semi‐ automatic and automatic welding processes are also included in the instruction. Students learn safety practices and types and uses of electrodes; properties of metals; blueprint reading; electrical principles; welding symbols and mechanical drawing; use of equipment for testing welds by ultrasonic methods and destruction and hardness testing; use of manuals and specification charts; use of portable grinders and chemical baths for surface cleaning; positioning and clamping; and welding standards established by the American Welding Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers and American Bureau of Ships.
MARKETING SALES & SERVICE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT An instructional program that provides instruction in the fields of sales, distribution and marketing operations and focuses on the process and techniques of direct wholesale and retail buying and selling operations. This program is concerned with marketing, sales, distribution, merchandising and management including ownership and management of enterprises engaged in marketing. Marketing education programs prepare individuals to perform one or more marketing function such as selling, pricing, promotion, product/service management, distribution, financing and marketing information management. In addition, instructional programs include varying emphasis on technical knowledge of products and/or services marketed; related communication, economic, technological and computation skills; and abilities and attitudes associated with human relations. The program may also include management functions associated with owning and operating a business. Sales, distribution and marketing operations prepares individuals for occupations in such businesses as retail and wholesale trade, finance, insurance, real estate, entertainment, hospitality, food service, communications, storage and distribution.
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles and light trucks. This program includes instruction in the diagnosis and testing, including computer analysis, of malfunctions in and repair of engines, fuel, electrical, cooling and brake systems and drive train and suspension systems. Instruction is also given in the adjustment and repair of individual components and systems such as cooling systems, drive trains, fuel system components and air conditioning and includes the use of technical repair information and the state inspection procedures.
P a g e | 48 COLLISION REPAIR & CUSTOM REFINISHING An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair damaged automotive vehicles such as automobiles and light trucks. Students learn to examine damaged vehicles and estimate cost of repairs; remove, repair and replace upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders; remove and replace glass; repair dented areas; replace excessively damaged fenders, panels and grills; straighten bent frames or unibody structures using hydraulic jacks and pulling devices; and file, grind and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools. Students refinish repaired surfaces by painting with primer and finish coat. DIESEL TECHNOLOGY This is an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the specialized maintenance and repair of trucks, buses, and other commercial and industrial vehicles. The program includes instruction in diesel engine mechanics, suspension and steering, brake systems, electrical and electronic systems, preventive maintenance inspections, drive trains, HVAC systems, and auxiliary equipment installation and repair. SMALL ENGINE TECHNOLOGY An instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, maintain and diagnose problems on a variety of small internal‐ combustion gasoline engines and related systems used on portable power equipment such as lawn and garden equipment, chain saws, outboard motors, rotor tillers, snowmobiles, lawn mowers, motorcycles, personal watercraft and pumps and generators. This program includes instruction in the principles of the internal‐combustion engine and all systems related to the powered unit. Instruction also includes the use of technical and service manuals, state inspection code, care and use of tools and test equipment, engine tune‐ up/maintenance, engine overhaul, troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques, drive lines and propulsion systems, electrical and electronic systems, suspension and steering systems and service operations and parts management.
P a g e | 49 SENIOR ONLY PROGRAMS DIVERSIFIED OCCUPATIONS Students currently attending Schuylkill County school districts have the option to participate in a “Diversified Occupations” program offered through the supervision of the Schuylkill Technology Center. The Diversified Occupations (D.O.) one year program prepares students to develop marketable workforce skills through related theory assignments and job training connected with actual employment opportunities. A secondary student may apply for admission to the D.O. program under the following conditions: (1) STC does not offer a related occupational training program, or (2) STC program enrollments are to capacity. Specific student eligibility requirements include the following: Parent/guardian approval Full endorsement from sending district administration / staff An approved job site (with worker’s compensation insurance) Transportation (to and from the job site) Valid PA driver’s license and insurance Appropriate work dress Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Necessary tools and/or equipment STC/Employer Training Agreement The Diversified Occupations program is supervised by the STC Cooperative Education Coordinator, who will also administer one required 45 minute related theory class per week, which will include related workforce topics such as resume development, work ethics, and workplace safety. The employer and D. O. Coordinator will produce a “Training Plan” outlining the student’s job related tasks and responsibilities connected to current industry standards and OSHA safety regulations. Student evaluation will be determined by related theory assignments, and employer evaluations from the job site EMERGING HEALTH PROFESSIONALS The Emerging Health Professional is a partnership between Penn State Schuylkill, Lehigh Valley Health Network, and other medical facilities. The Emerging Health Professional dual‐ enrollment program combines skills—based, interactive and university level classroom learning with shadowing in the health care setting. The program is designed to prepare students for post‐secondary education by offering a college science course. Students spend two half‐days a week with Penn State faculty and will spend two half‐days a week participating in activities at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Students spend one half day a week participating in health curriculum taught by the STC instructor at STC North Campus.
P a g e | 50 ACADEMIC COURSES AMERICAN STUDIES I – 1 CREDIT American Studies is a course that focuses on the history of the United States from 1492 to 1877 (Exploration through Reconstruction). Through readings, literature excerpts, political cartoons, simulations, technology projects and more, students will gain insight into the nation's past by examining period accounts and first person voices. Students will use varied resources to examine the links and make connections between events being studied in the textbook/learning guides and events that are taking place today. The major focus is the state history standards: content, chronology, analysis, and interpretation. Related concepts found in the state civics, economics, and geography standards are a supporting focus. AMERICAN STUDIES II – 1 CREDIT American Studies is a course that focuses on the history of the United States from 1900 to present (Progressive Era through Modern Day America). Through readings, literature excerpts, political cartoons, simulations, technology projects and more, students will gain insight into the nation's past by examining period accounts and first person voices. Students will use varied resources to examine the links and make connections between events being studied in the textbook/learning guides and events that are taking place today. The major focus is the state history standards: content, chronology, analysis, and interpretation. Related concepts found in the state civics, economics, and geography standards are a supporting focus. WORLD STUDIES – 1 CREDIT World Studies is a course focusing on the diverse ways of life found around the world. Through study of the pertinent issues to the major regions of the world, students will recognize and evaluate the relationships between people, places, regions, and environments. Students will further explore how physical environments affect human events and build a global perspective that allows them to understand the connections between global and national issues. The major focus is the state's geography standards: maps, environments, places, and regions. Related concepts found in the state civics, economics, and history standards are a supporting focus. CIVICS/ECONOMICS – 1 CREDIT Civics/Economics is a course that is comprised of two disciplines. Economics is a course that teaches students how to make reasoned economic choices and provide ways they can effectively participate in an increasingly competitive and interdependent global economy. Students will assess the impact of market influences and governmental actions on our economy through the use of real world economic applications and analyze how different economic systems interact. In Civics, students will learn about the basic freedoms traditionally enjoyed by American citizens and about the qualities of a good citizen. Students will explore issues about U.S. citizenship and their rights and responsibilities and roles in their communities by putting them in decision‐making simulations and assessments that will enable them to acquire the skills necessary to participate in our democratic processes. The major focus of the course is state civics (government, politics, participation, citizenship) and economics (microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic systems, and international trade) standards. Related concepts found in the state geography and history standards are a supporting focus.
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SCHOOL-TO-WORK OPPORTUNITY Cooperative education is a structured program integrating classroom activities (emphasis placed on employability skills) with work experiences in a field related to a student’s program of study. Cooperative education is a partnership among students, educational institutions and employers, with specified responsibilities for each party. Who is eligible to participate: Students (third year, Level III) who have completed 75% of the program, which already have a job or a good prospect for a job defined by the student’s career objective. What are the requirements: Students must be recommended by their course instructor and have a completed résumé. Attendance, grades, attitude, and behavior are considered in the decision‐making process.
• Work permit (if under 18 years of age) All school debts must be satisfied • Approved student transportation Valid PA driver’s license • Proof of auto insurance Up‐to‐date task listing • Senior Portfolio Obligation
