Guide to Making the Move - Durham Public Schools

Durham Public Schools does not discriminate against employees, students or applicants on the basis of race, 

color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion or political affiliation.

Message from the Interim Superintendent 

January 2010 

Dear Students, 

Durham Public Schools is proud of the many curriculum options afforded students and we encourage you to take 

advantage of these opportunities during your high school career. 

The DPS ―Making the Move to High School‖ brochure highlights a wide variety of course offerings and unique 

learning experiences. This curriculum guide outlines programs of study, course offerings, graduation requirements 

and other important high school information. 

DPS is proud of our high schools: City of Medicine Academy (CMA), Durham School of the Arts (DSA), Early 

College High School (ECHS), Hillside High School (HHS), Hillside New Tech (HNT), Jordan High School (JHS), 

Middle College High School (MCHS), Northern High School (NHS), Performance Learning Center (PLC), Riverside 

High School (RHS), Southern High School (SHS), and Southern School of Engineering (SSE). These schools 

provide academic growth and leadership areas for all students. Our 12 high schools also are showcases for student 

talent, leadership activities and educational development. They are dedicated to helping maintain healthy school 

environments that prepare students for future success. 

I encourage all students and their parents to study the course guide and choose your courses carefully. Seek the 

help of counselors and teachers in making these important decisions. Read the Graduate Profile that describes the 

personal qualities, skills and knowledge that students will be taught during their high school careers. Information 

on the Graduate Profile is online at www.dpsnc.net (click on Parents, Academics, Graduation). 

In Durham Public Schools, we want our students to be challenged and to cultivate the attributes of self-discipline, 

realistic goals, meaningful values and a hunger for knowledge. Most importantly, always focus on learning – doing 

so will take you down the right path to a bright future filled with many opportunities. I wish for you a great 

school year. Let’s make 2010-11 the best year yet! 

Sincerely, 

H. Hank Hurd 

Interim Superintendent 

Durham Public Schools

Course Selection Guide 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………….1 

How to use “Guide to Making the Move Through High School”……………………..1 

General Information……………………………………………….………………………………......1 

. 

Notes………………………..………………………………………………………………………..2 

NC Scholars Academic Program Requirements……………………………….....3 

UNC Admission Requirements…………………………………...……………………...3 

Courses of Study……………………………………………………..………………………….4 

Graduate Profile…………………………………………………...……………………………6 

Career Pathways…………………………………………………...……………………………8 

Online Learning Opportunities….………………………………...………………………9 

Math Sequences……………………………………….……………………...……………..….10 

Science Sequences…………………………………………..……………...…………………11 

Small High School Options ……………………………………………………...……………12 

Course Levels and Associated Weights…………………………...……………………14 

. 

Course Descriptions……………………………………………………………………………......…….15 

Arts Education…………………………………………………….………………………..……..16 

Career & Technical Education……………………………………………………………...30 

English………………………………………………………………….……………………..……...42 

English as a Second Language (ESL)……………………………………..………………45 

Exceptional Children……………………………………………………...………………....…46 

Health and Physical Education……………………………………...……………...………49 

Junior ROTC……………………………………..……………………………..…………….……...51 

Mathematics…………………………………………………..…………………....……………...53 

Science……………………………………………………………………………...………….……...57 

Social Studies………………………………………………………...…………………...…...…..61 

World Languages.……………………………………………………….……………...……..….65 

Miscellaneous………………………………………………..………………………..……...…...71 

Instructional Services Staff…………………………………………………………………...…..……..72

General Information 

INTRODUCTION 

Durham Public Schools is committed to graduating students 

who are fully prepared to successfully continue their education 

and training. The Durham Public Schools high school 

program is equipped to provide both academic and technical 

preparation. 

High school provides students many options based on their 

career goals, needs and individual interests. Students may 

choose from a wide array of courses and programs. Choices 

students make in high school impact the options they have for 

future education and job opportunities after high school. 

How to use the ―Guide to Making the Move 

Through High School‖. 

Study the information in the ―General Information‖ 

section to determine the courses needed to meet the 

graduation requirements. 

Review and/or update your Graduation Plan (sample on 

back cover). 

Review ―Pathway Information‖ if you have selected a 

College Tech or Career Prep Course of Study: 

INTRODUCTION/GUIDE 

This document, ―Guide to Making the Move Through 

High School,‖ contains information needed to make decisions 

about the courses the student will select. It is especially 

important for the student to talk with their teachers, counselors, 

and PARENTS before making selections for next year. 

Students should review their high school graduation plan, 

giving serious consideration to course choices. REGIS- 

TRATION IS A COMMITMENT to take the courses selected. 

It is the responsibility of the student and parents to 

register for the courses needed to meet graduation and college/university 

admissions requirements. 

The quality and rigor of course selections throughout your 

high school years are the most important prerequisites for 

your future success. Choosing wisely now will enable you to 

acquire skills and knowledge necessary for a productive future. 

Select a Career Pathway 

If the Career Pathway you selected is not 

offered at your base school, you may apply 

for a transfer. 

Consult with school counselor, Career 

Development Coordinator, teachers and 

PARENTS to provide assistance and answer 

questions. 

Select courses based on the list of offerings 

at your school and the descriptions in 

the Course Offering section. 

Complete the registration documents provided 

by your high school guidance department. 

Dates for registration will vary 

from school to school in the month of 

March. 

Have your parent/guardian double check 

your selections to make sure you have 

registered for the courses you need to 

meet graduation and college/university 

admissions requirements. 

Sign all registration documents. Turn all 

registrations documents in by the due 

date. 

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NOTES 

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North Carolina Academic Scholars Program 

The following revised plan is effective for students who enter the ninth grade for the first time in or after 2003—2004. 

Students must: 

Complete all the requirements of this North Carolina Academic Scholars Program. 

Have an overall four-year unweighted grade point average of 3.5 

Complete all requirements for a North Carolina high school diploma 

Credits 

4 

4 

The following designated number of credits per subject area listed below 

must be taken in grades 9—12. 

English I, II, III, IV 

Mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a higher level math course with Algebra II 

as prerequisite OR Integrated Mathematics I, II, III, and a higher level mathematics course with 

3 Science (a Physics or Chemistry course, Biology, and an Earth/Environmental Science course) 

3 

Social Studies (World History, Civics/Economics, and U.S. History) 

2 Languages other than English (two credits of the same language) 

1 

1 

1 

5 

Healthful Living 

Career and Technical Education 

Arts Education (Dance, Music, Theatre Arts or Visual Arts) 

Elective credits to include at least two second-level or advanced courses (Examples of electives 

include JROTC and other courses that are of interest to the student) 

NC ACADEMIC SCHOLARS PROGRAM 

24 

Total Units 

(+ Local 

Requirements) 

Note: Adopted by the State Board of Education in August 2002 

UNC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 

Minimum Course Requirements for Undergraduate Admission to a UNC Institution 

Minimum Course Requirements for Implementation in 2006 

Six course units in language, including 

four units in English emphasizing grammar, composition, and literature, and 

two units of a language other than English. 

Four course units of mathematics, in any of the following combinations: 

algebra I and II, geometry, and one unit beyond algebra II, OR 

algebra I and II, and two units beyond algebra II, or 

integrated math I, II, and III, and one unit beyond integrated math III. 

(The fourth unit of math affects applicants to all institutions except the North Carolina School of the Arts.) It is recommended that 

prospective students take a mathematics course unit in the twelfth grade. 

Three course units in science, including 

at least one unit in a life or biological science (for example, biology), 

at least one unit in physical science (for example, physical science, chemistry, physics), and 

at least one laboratory course. 

Two course units in social studies, including one unit in U.S. History, but an applicant who does not have the unit in U.S. History may 

be admitted on the condition that at least three semester hours in that subject will be passed by the end of the sophomore year. 

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NC COURSE OF STUDY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 


For 9th graders entering Year 2000-2008 

Content 

Area 

English 

Mathematics 

Science 

Social 

Studies 

Second 

Language 

Computer 

Skills 

Health and 

Physical 

Education 

Career 

Technical/ 

JROTC/Arts 

Electives 

or other 

requirements 

CAREER PREP 

Course of Study 

Requirements 

Meets minimum graduation requirements 

and 

is designed to prepare students for 

entry level 

career choices and admission to 

community college 

4 Credits 

I, II, III, IV 

3 Credits 

Including Algebra I (this requirement 

can be met with Integrated 

Math I&II when accompanied 

with the Algebra I EOC) 

3 Credits 

A Physical Science course, 

Biology, 

Earth/Environmental Science 

3 Credits 

World History 

Civics and Economics, 

US History 

COLLEGE TECH 

PREP 


Requirements 

Meets higher academic standards and 

prepares 

students for admission in highly 

technical fields 

of study at community college or 

university 

4 Credits 


3 Credits 

Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II 

OR 

Integrated Math I, II, and III 

3 Credits 


Biology, 


3 Credits 




COLLEGE/ 

UNIVERSITY PREP 


Requirements 

Meets the highest level of academic 

standards and fulfills entrance requirements 

to UNC-system universities 

4 Credits 


4 Credits 

Algebra I, II, Geometry, and 

higher level math course with 

Algebra II as prerequisite 

OR 

Integrated Mathematics I, II, III, 

and a credit beyond Integrated 

Math III 

3 Credits 


Biology, 


3 Credits 




Not required Not required 2 Credits 

In the same language 

No specific course required: 

students must demonstrate 

proficiency through state 

testing. 

1 Credit 

Health/ Physical Education 

4 Credits in Career/ 

Technical 

Select courses appropriate for 

career pathway to include a 

second level (advanced) course; 

OR 4 Credits in 

JROTC; OR 4 Credits 

in an Arts Discipline 

Select courses appropriate for an 

arts education pathway to include 

an advanced course 

10 Elective Credits 

*DSA - 8 Elective Credits 




testing. 

1 Credit 


4 Credits in Career/ 

Technical 

Select courses appropriate for 

career pathway to include a second 

level (advanced) course 






testing. 

1 Credit 


Not required 



OCCUPATIONAL 


Requirements 

Is appropriate for certain students who 

receive services from the Exceptional 

Children’s Program. It prepares 

students to enter competitive employment 

4 Credits 

Occupational 

English 


3 Credits 

Occupational Math I, II, and III 

2 Credits 

Life Skills Science I, II 

2 Credits 

Occupational 

Social Studies I, II 

Not required 

Computer proficiency as 

specified in IEP 

1 Credit 


4 Credits 

Career/Technical 

Education electives 

6 Credits: 

Occupational Preparation 


Including 300 hours school 

based training, 240 hours 

of community service, and 

360 hours of paid 

employment. 

Total 

28 Credits 

*DSA - 24 Credits 

28 Credits 


28 Credits 


28 Credits 


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CONTENT 

AREA 

English 

Proficiency Level III 

required on 

English EOC 

Mathematics 


required on Algebra 

I EOC 

Science 


required on Biology 

EOC 

Social 

Studies 


required on US 

History and Civics 

& Economics EOC 

Health and 

Physical 

Education 

World 

Language 

Other 

Requirements 

Concentration* 

* Concentration 

will be determined 

by each 

school’s elective 

offerings. Small 

school options 

will only offer a 

concentration in 

the school’s 

theme/curriculum 

focus. 

Electives 

FOR NINTH GRAD- 

ERS ENTERING IN 

2009 and Beyond 

FUTURE-READY 

CORE 

4 Credits 


4 Credits 

(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) 

4th Math Course to be aligned 

with the student’s post high 

school plans 

3 Credits 


Biology, 


3 Credits 




1 Credit 


Not required for graduation. 

Required to meet Minimum 

Application Requirements 

for UNC 

2 Credits from any 

combination of: 

__Arts 

__CTE 

__World Languages** 

** 2 credits in World Languages 

are required to meet minimum 

application requirements for the 

UNC System 

4 Credits 

4 of the credits must be in a 

concentration from one of 

the following:* 

__Arts Education 

__Career Pathway (CTE) 

__English 

__Mathematics 

__Health/PE 

__ROTC 

__ Science 

__Social Studies 

__World Language 

7 Credits 

DSA-3 Credits 

OCCUPATIONAL 


Requirements (Selected 

IEP Students Excluded from 

EOC Proficiency Level 

requirements 

4 Credits 

Occupational 

English 


3 Credits 

Occupational Mathematics I, II, 

III 

2 Credits 

Life Skills Science I, II 

2 Credits 

Social Studies I (Government/ 

US History) Social Studies II 

(Self-advocacy / Problem 

Solving) 

1 Credit 


Not required 

4 Credits 

Career-Technical Education 

Electives 

Recommended: At least 

one credit in an arts discipline 

and/or requirement by 

local decision 

Occupational Preparation 

6 Credits 

Occupational Preparation I, II, III, 

IV** Elective credits/completion of 

IEP objectives/Career Portfolio 

required. 

Additional Requirements 

300 hours of school based 

vocational training 

240 hours of work based vocational 

Training 

360 hours of competitive 

employment 

HIGH SCHOOL EXIT STANDARDS 

Beginning with the 2009 ninth grade class, all students 

will be expected to meet the following requirements 

to receive a High School Diploma. 

These include: 

1. North Carolina Standard Course of 

Study 

Student must choose and meet the requirements 

of the Future-Ready Core 

Course of Study which include : 

Four (4) Math Courses required for all students 

Four (4) Courses in a concentration from one 

of the following: 

__Arts Education 

__Career Pathway (CTE) 

__English 

__Mathematics 

__Health/PE 

__ROTC 

__ Science 

__Social Studies 

__World Language 

2. End-of-Course Test Performance 

Student must pass these EOC Tests with Level III 

proficiency 

English I 


Algebra I 

Civics & Government 

Biology I 

Students are offered an opportunity to retest if 

they score a Level I or Level II. Students must 

attend a focused intervention before taking the 

retest. 

The Occupational Course of Study has its own 

Graduation Requirements in lieu of the Exit Standards 

listed above. 


Total 

28 Credits 

DSA-24 Credits 

28 Credits 

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CAREER PATHWAYS 

Pathway Hillside Jordan Northern Riverside Southern DSA 

Agricultural & Natural 

Resources Technologies 

Animal Science 

Agricultural Biotechnology 

Business Technologies 

Career Pathways 

For College/Tech Prep and Career Prep Courses of Study 

X 

X 

Computer Applications 

Computerized Accounting 

Marketing 

Sports & Entertainment Marketing 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Commercial & Artistic 

Production Technologies 

Apparel Development 

Housing and Interior Design 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Construction Technologies 


Electrical Trades 

Architectural Drafting 

Masonry 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Engineering Technologies 

Electronics 

Computer Engineering 

Network Engineering 

Pre-Engineering Option 

Engineering Drafting 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Public Services 

Early Childhood Education 

Culinary Arts 

Cosmetology 

Foods 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Transportation Systems 

Automotive Technologies X X 

ROTC Concentration 

Air Force 

Army 

X 

X 

X 

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Online Learning Opportunities 

Distance learning opportunities provide tremendous benefits to students, in regards to course offerings, 

students centered instruction, flexible scheduling, heightened critical thinking and written communication 

skills, there are specific learner characteristics that promote greater student success in on 

-line learning environments. Enrollment in these courses requires the approval of the school principal, 

the school counselor and the student’s legal guardian. Students must complete the Attributes for 

Student Success form. 

Learn and Earn Online (LEO) 

Learn and Earn Online offers a dual credit program that awards high school and college credit to 

students attending public schools in North Carolina at no cost to students. Students may take courses 

from any of the 45 participating NC Community Colleges. See a guidance counselor for details. For 

additional information and specific courses go to: http://www.nclearnandearn.gov/ 

UNC Greensboro’s iSchool program 

UNCG iSchool virtual program allows high school juniors and seniors to take introductory-level 

UNCG courses and earn both university AND high school credit. Students receive a UNCG transcript 

and can transfer the credit-hours they earn to the college or university of their choice. See a 

guidance counselor for details. For additional information and specific courses go to: 

http://ischool.uncg.edu 

North Carolina Virtual Public Schools (NCVPS) 

NCVPS offers high school course credits to students who want to complete core courses, Advanced 

Placement courses, and/or honors courses, to complete the requirements of a high school diploma 

and to enhance their transcripts for college applications. Registration must occur through the 

NCVPS Distance Learning Advisors (DLA) at the school. For additional information and specific 

courses go to: http://www.ncvps.org 

Dual Enrollment 

Other High School Credit Opportunities 

Durham Public schools high school students have the opportunity to take certain courses at the community 

college. Students who successfully complete community college courses may earn both high 

school and college credit. Under the provisions of the North Carolina Community College Dual Enrollment 

Policy students may take courses not taught in the high school or courses that cannot fit 

into the student’s high school schedule. In order to access this opportunity, students must at least 16 

years of age, be enrolled at least half time in a high school course of study and be making progress 

toward high school graduation. Contact the high school counselor for additional information. 

. 

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MATHEMATICS SEQUENCE 

Possible Mathematics Sequences for 2010-2011 

In the 4x4 block, there are opportunities to take more than one math course in one year. This differs from school to school. These are 

possible sequences for math courses, but students do have the flexibility to move from one sequence to another in most cases. Honors 

course are weighted and have more rigorous requirements than standard courses. Pre-Calculus is considered to be an honors level course. 

Courses marked with an * meet the UNC fourth course requirement for admission. 

Sequence 

A 

Course 1 Course 2 Course 3 Course 4 Course 5 

Introductory Mathematics 

Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus* 

Advanced Functions and Modeling* 

Discrete Math* 

Sequence 

B 

Sequence 

E 

Introductory Mathematics 

Algebra I Fundamentals of Geometry Geometry Algebra II 

A fourth math beyond Algebra II will 

be required in this sequence to meet 

UNC entrance requirements. 

Algebra I Geometry or 

Honors Geometry 

Algebra II or 

Honors Algebra II 

Pre-Calculus* or 

Discrete* or 

AFM* 

AP Calculus* or 

AP Statistics* 

Sequence 

F 

Sequence 

G 

Geometry or 

Honors Geometry 

Algebra II 


Algebra II or 



Discrete* or 

AFM* 


Discrete* or 

AFM* 

AP Calculus AB* or 


AP Calculus AB* or 


AP Calculus BC* 

AP Calculus BC* SUGGESTIONS: Dural enrollment or 

approved online options 

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Grade 6 

Integrated 

Grade 7 

Integrated 

Grade 8 

Integrated 

Possible Science Sequence 2010-2011 

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 

Earth/Env 

Science 

Physical Sci 

or Biology 

Physical Sci 

or Biology 

Optional 

Elective 

HN Earth/Env 

HN Biology 

Chemistry or 

Physics 

(Standard 

or Honors) 

AP course 

or Optional 

Elective 

HN Biology HN Chemistry 

HN Earth/Env 

Science/AP 

Env Science 

AP course 

or Optional 

Elective 

SCIENCE SEQUENCE 

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Small High School Options 

SMALL HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS 

The large, traditional high school is not for everyone. That is why Durham Public Schools has been at the forefront 

in developing small, non-traditional high schools to meet the particular needs of students. In fact, DPS is 

considered a state and national leader in the small high schools movement. Students must apply for entry, and 

much of the work is hands-on, project-based learning with internships and other opportunities for students to become 

more engaged in learning. 

City of Medicine Academy 

Grades 9-12, www.cma.dpsnc.net 

The City of Medicine Academy (CMA) is an academically rigorous high school that contributes to educating future health-care 

professionals in preparation for meeting the ever-growing health-care needs of the community. Students graduating from the 

Academy are prepared to enter the health-care workforce and/or post-secondary health-care education. The City of Medicine 

Academy partners with several local universities, along with Durham Technical Community College and the Watts School of 

Nursing, to offer students opportunities for college credit and internships. Students can earn certification in several areas while 

still in high school. 

Construction and Architectural Design Academy 

at Southern High School 

Grades 9-12 

The Construction and Architectural Design Academy (CADA) at Southern High School helps prepare students for construction 

careers. Whether students want to be a carpenter, and engineer or and architect, the CADA offers a general introduction to the 

industry with opportunities for internships and exposure to all facets of construction. The program is and excellent option for 

both students and desire to enter the workforce directly after high school as well as for those who want to continue postsecondary 

education. 

Durham Performance Learning Center 

Grades 10-12, www.dplc.dpsnc.net 

The Performance Learning Center (PLC) represents an innovative partnership among Durham Public Schools, Communities In 

Schools of Durham and Communities In Schools North Carolina, Inc. The school offers students the opportunity for online 

learning with internships and job shadowing in a unique setting. PLC provides an ideal experience for students who want a 

more flexible schedule. These students may be chronically tardy or absent, or behind on their course credits, but have average 

or above average ability, and may be facing non-academic challenges to success. Students who are accepted into the Durham 

PLC must be self-motivated, as the coursework is completed online. 

Finance Academy 

at Hillside High School 

Grades 9-12, 

The Finance Academy is an academic program which consists of a comprehensive sequence of courses that concentrate on the 

financial industry that will prepare students for careers in the global business enterprise systems. It is also an accelerated sequence 

of courses that will enhance the development of academic and professional skills in the business pathway. Students will 

extend learning experiences beyond the classroom through job shadowing, mentoring, internships and a college course at a local 

university. Students completing the program will receive a certificate of financial studies in addition to their high school diploma. 

Hillside New Tech High School 

Grade 9, 10, (eventually 9-12), www.newtech.dpsnc.net 

The cornerstone for Hillside New Tech High School (HNT) is project-based learning by capitalizing on novel technological 

resources. The school is partnered with the New Schools Project of North Carolina, and the North Carolina Department of Instruction. 

Hillside New Tech will combine rigorous and relevant college preparatory curriculum with several integrated courses, 

problem-based learning opportunities, and an emphasis on content literacy. The program also will create unique learning opportunities 

through collaborative schoolwork with internships in local businesses and required community service hours. The 

school incorporates Hillside’s computer engineering and electronics courses and offers advanced science courses in a variety of 

areas. Students will graduate with a diploma and up to 12 semester hours. This program is intended for students in the Hillside 

High School district. 

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Holton Career and Resource Center 

401 N. Driver St. 

Grades 9-12, www.HoltonCenter.dpsnc.net 

Durham high school students now have the opportunity to earn credit in career and technical areas not offered at their base 

school. Students may enroll in afternoon and evening courses to earn credit towards graduation and earn industry certifications. 

The hands-on curriculum focuses on specific skill areas which can be paired with small business/entrepreneurship classes 

resulting in growing the number of potential small business owners in Durham. 

Josephine D. Clement Early College High School 

at North Carolina Central University 

Grades 9-12, www.echs.dpsnc.net 

The Josephine Dobbs Clement Early College High School (ECHS) is an innovative partnership with North Carolina Central 

University. Students will graduate with a high school diploma, plus up to two years of college credit toward a bachelor’s degree. 

ECHS is designed to substantially increase the number of minority and female students who will pursue advanced studies 

and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. 

Middle College High School 

at Durham Technical Community College 

Grades 11 & 12, www.mchs.dpsnc.net 

The Middle College High School (MCHS) expands opportunities for academically capable high school juniors and seniors to 

earn a high school diploma and receive credit toward a post-secondary certificate, diploma or associate’s degree. It is a partnership 

among the Durham, Chapel Hill-Carrboro and Orange County School Systems and Durham Technical Community College. 

Through this collaboration, students will experience a rigorous program of study while on the campus of a community 

college. Curriculum offerings include core honors-level high school courses and community college courses that will count as 

career pathway credits or high school diploma elective credits. 

Southern School of Engineering 

Grade 9, 10, (eventually 9-12) www.southernsoe.dpsnc.net 

The Southern School of Engineering (SSE) is designed to substantially increase the number of underrepresented students who 

will pursue advanced studies and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The school is an innovative 

partnership with the New Schools Project of North Carolina with support from the NC General Assembly, the State Board of 

Education and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The school of engineering’s small size, starting in 2007-08 with 100 

students, will provide the opportunity for students to fulfill DPS graduation requirements through individualized instruction. 

Students will graduate with a high school diploma, plus up to one year of college credit towards a bachelor’s degree. This program 

is intended for students in the Southern High School district. 

Magnet Programs 

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 

Grades 9-12, www.dpsnc.net/IB 

Widely considered a prestigious instructional program, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program provides students 

with an international perspective and critical-thinking skills. The diploma is accepted by universities worldwide. The Hillside 

High School IB Programme provides students the opportunity to participate in a rigorous course of study, get involved in the 

community and develop their special talents. Potential students must be interested in learning, willing to actively participate in 

class, have excellent study and time management skills (generally demonstrated by A’s and B’s in prior coursework), and be 

prepared to spend an average of two to three hours outside of class on schoolwork. 

SMALL HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS / MAGNET PROGRAMS 

Durham School of The Arts 

Grades 6-12, www.dpsnc.net/DSA 

The mission of Durham School of the Arts is to help students from diverse backgrounds to fully realize their individual academic 

and creative capacities through a rigorous educational program emphasizing visual and performing arts. Durham School of 

the Arts offers beginning through advanced arts courses in band, chorus, piano, strings, guitar, art, sculpture, photography, 

dance, theater, and creative writing. The school uses the A+ approach, which is based on research demonstrating that people 

possess multiple intelligences or talents which allow them to learn through a variety of activities. Interdisciplinary projects, 

cooperative learning, and discovery learning are examples of this philosophy. 

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Course Levels and Associated Weights 

COURSE LEVELS & ASSOCIATED WEIGHTS 

Reference: State Board Policy 1028 

Standard or Enriched . . . . . . . . . . . . Apply standard quality points to passing grades 

• Standard and enriched level courses or a community college course that supplements 

a high school program of study such as some Center of Specialization courses or CIS 

Academy courses provided by Durham Technical Community College. 

Advanced, Honors, and Pre-IB . . . . .One (+1) quality point is added to passing 

grades 

• Pre-Calculus, non-AP/IB calculus, and foreign language courses beyond II, and arts 

education courses meeting the standards for honors are considered inherently advanced 

and are assigned +1 point. 

Advanced Placement, IB, and . . . .Two (+2) quality points are added to passing 

grades 

Pre-approved college courses: 

• Standard level college freshman courses /higher or College Transfer Program at a 

community college 

The non-weighted conversion below is mandated by SB 1028 - Standardized Transcript. 

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Course Descriptions* 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 

Legend of High Schools 

CMA - City Of Medicine Academy 

DSA - Durham School of the Arts 

ECHS - Early College High School 

HHS - Hillside High School 

HNT- Hillside New Tech High School 

HCRC - Holton Career and Resource Center 

JHS - Jordan High School 

MCHS - Middle College High School 

NHS - Northern High School 

RHS - Riverside High School 

SHS - Southern High School 

*The schools offering each course are listed at the end of each 

description. Course enrollment may dictate the availability of 

specific courses. 

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ARTS EDUCATION—VISUAL ARTS 

Art I 54152 

ARTS EDUCATION 

Credit: 1 unit 

Prerequisite: None 

This course stresses the elements and principles of both two 

and three dimensional design. Drawing, painting, printmaking, 

design application, art appreciation, and art history are 

emphasized. Students learn to critique their own and other 

students’ work. Written work is required in this course. 

HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

General Interest Art I 54152GI 



This in an introductory course focusing on the elements and 

principles of art and design and is NOT designed for students 

who wish to go beyond one semester. This course includes 

crafts at Northern High School. NHS 

Intensive Art I 54152IS 



This advanced, fast paced course stresses the elements and 

principles of two dimensional art and design, and is for the 

serious student who wishes to continue on the visual arts 

pathway at the high school and college level. A variety of 

media will be explored in drawing, painting, printmaking, and 

design application. Students learn to critique their own and 

other students’ work. Substantive homework is expected. 

Art appreciation, art history, independent inquiry, and writing 

are emphasized. NHS 

Visual Arts 

Art II 54162 


Prerequisite: Art I 

This course is designed and recommended for the student 

with a genuine interest in art. Students use more sophisticated 

techniques in their in-depth study of drawing, graphics, 

painting, printmaking, and three dimensional design. Students 

engage in activities designed to increase their problem 

-solving abilities, knowledge of art history, skills in art criticism, 

and enhance their aesthetic awareness and appreciation 

of art. Written work is required in the course. HHS, 

JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Art III 54172 


Prerequisite: Art II 

This course is for serious art students possessing independent 

thinking skills. Concentrated study in all art areas is 

expected. Students increase their facility in the application 

of the elements and principles of design in solving visual 

problems. Study of art appreciation, criticism, and aesthetics 

is incorporated. Students begin building a portfolio. 

HHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Art III 54175 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +1. 



This course is designed to enable students to exhibit fluency 

of ideas and products, and to understand the basic rationale 

and psychology behind the creative processes. Students are 

expected to show where specific artists and periods fit in 

history, and to explain how they are a reflection of specific 

time periods. HHS, JHS, SHS 

Art IV 54182 


Prerequisite: Art III 

This course is for serious students who demonstrate a high 

level of commitment, and requires a significant amount of 

work both in and out of class. Students concentrate on challenging 

projects in 2-D and 3-D using a variety of media and 

techniques. Students work independently on areas of interest. 

The study of 20th Century Art is incorporated. HHS, 

NHS, RHS, SHS 

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Honors Art IV 54185 



Prerequisite: Honors Art III 

This course is designed to further develop the students' ability 

to apply media, techniques, and processes. Students are expected 

to analyze and defend the validity of sources for content 

and the manner in which subject matter, symbols, and 

images are used in their work. Students analyze and interpret 

artwork for relationships and understanding of the work of 

critics, historians, aestheticians, and artists. HHS, JHS, 

NHS, SHS 

Art V 54182A5 


Prerequisite: Art IV or Honors Art IV 

This course focuses on the production of portfolio quality 

work and is for serious students only who demonstrate a high 

level of commitment. A significant amount of work both in 

and out of class is required. Students concentrate on challenging 

2-D and 3-D projects using a variety of media and 

techniques. The study of issues in contemporary art and writing 

is included. RHS, SHS 

Portfolio: Advanced Visual Problems 

54602AVP 


Prerequisites: Senior Status and Art II 

This course is recommended for students working towards 

acceptance to an art department in a college or an 

art school after completing high school. The course fosters 

a visual problem-solving approach toward the goal of 

creating a strong portfolio to use in applying for further 

study in art. This course requires an advanced facility 

with a variety of materials and strong problem-solving 

skills. As with the Advanced Placement art classes, students 

must exhibit a high level of commitment and complete 

20 quality works by the end of the class. JHS, NHS, 

RHS, SHS 

3-D Media Sculpture Design 54252MSD 



This course is designed for the student who has a strong 

interest in sculpture. It will use 3-D media to explore 

hand-building skills for sculptural expression. Students 

will learn construction techniques applied to various materials. 

NHS 


Art VI 54182A6 


Prerequisite: Art V 

This course continues to focus on the production of portfolio 

quality work and is for serious students only who demonstrate 

a high level of commitment. A significant amount of work 

both in and out of class is required. Challenging projects in 2 

-D and 3-D using a variety of media and techniques are required. 

The study of issues in contemporary art and writing 

is included. RHS, SHS 

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Advanced Placement Studio Art 54527 




required to take the AP Exam. 

Students are 

The AP art student plans to major in art on the college level 

and chooses to invest the time and energy in creating a portfolio. 

Completing a portfolio is a course requirement. All expenses 

involved in creating a portfolio are the responsibility of 

the student. The slide portfolio (approximately 25-40 slides) is 

entered for consideration to the College Board in May of the 

senior year. If approved by the college or university, the student 

may receive college credit for work completed. JHS, 

NHS 

Advanced Placement Art History 54487 


Prerequisite: World History 



Students are 

In the AP art history course students examine major forms of 

artistic expression from the ancient world to the present and 

from a variety of cultures. They learn to look and analyze 

works of art within their historical context, and to articulate 

what they see or experience in a meaningful way. A meaningful 

way to experience works of art is learning to frame an understanding 

that relates how and why works of art communicate 

visual meaning. This class involves extensive reading and 

writing and does not involve making artwork. RHS 

Digital Photography 54372DPH 



Note: It is not required but is strongly recommended that the 

student has access to a digital camera. Equipment specifications 

vary by school; check with the instructor. 

This course deals with digital photography as a 21 st century 

art form. Traditional and innovative techniques and concepts 

will be explored. This course does not serve as a 

prerequisite for Photography II or other darkroom 

based courses. HHS, SHS 

Photography I 54372 


Prerequisite: Classification as a sophomore (junior at NHS) 

Note: It is not required but is strongly recommended that the 

student has access to a 35mm SLR camera. Equipment 

specifications vary by school; check with the instructor. 

Class size is limited due to dark room availability (3 students 

per number of enlargers). 

This course deals with photography as an important art 

form, both historically and today. It stresses the study of 

35mm cameras and black and white traditional darkroom 

techniques. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Fine Crafts—Applied Arts 54252 



This course is designed for the student who has a strong interest 

in understanding the 2-D and 3-D aspect of applied arts. 

Students will develop critical independent thinking skills as 

they conceive and design their projects on paper. For 3-D, 

students will use a variety of media to solve the problem of 

translating their ideas into structurally sound objects that take 

up space. Students will gain technical knowledge and skills. 

Students will investigate traditional and contemporary sculptors 

and crafts. Written work is a course requirement. NHS, 

SHS 

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Photography II 54372P2 


Prerequisite: Photography I 

Note: It is not required but is strongly recommended that 

the student have access to a 35mm SLR camera or a digital 

camera. Class size is limited due to dark room availability 

(3 students per number of enlargers). 

Students further develop their skills and understanding of 

photography through more independent projects, and 

class and individual critiques. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, 

SHS 

Photography III 54372P3 


Prerequisite: Photography I and II, 

Note: It is not required but is strongly recommended that 

the student have access to a 35mm SLR camera. Class 

size is limited due to dark room availability (3 students 

per number of enlargers). 

Photography Portfolio: Advanced Visual 

Problems 54602APP 


Prerequisites: Senior Status and Photography III 

This course is recommended for students who are applying 

to a college level photography program. Advanced facility 

with a variety of techniques, strong problem solving skills, 

and a high level of commitment is required. 

NHS, RHS 


Students further develop their photography skills and 

understanding through independent projects and class and 

individual critiques. HHS, NHS, RHS 

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Theater Arts 

ARTS EDUCATION—THEATER ARTS 

Theater Arts I 53152 


Prerequisite: Audition 

Students study the nature and conventions of the theater, 

acting, directing, and various theatrical genres including 

mime, creative dramatics, reader's theater, oral interpretation, 

and interpretive movement. A working vocabulary of 

theatrical terms is also developed. Students are introduced 

to the technical aspects of theater and its history. Students 

study and practice the creation of scenery, properties, costumes, 

special effects, lighting, sound, and make-up. The 

study of theater management concludes this course. HHS, 

JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Theater Arts II 53162 


Prerequisites: Theater Arts I and/or placement 

audition with instructor 

This course further develops the skills studied in Theater 

Arts I. Emphasis is on enhancing the performance skills of 

the student actor through the study of acting in a variety of 

historical periods. Students have an opportunity to participate 

in ensemble acting and to integrate their theater 

knowledge with other artistic disciplines. Students learn to 

critique their own and others' work, and will further develop 

skills in technical theater and theater management. Opportunities 

include student-directed plays and classroom 

scene work. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Theater Arts III 53175 


Prerequisites: Theatre Arts II, or Theatre Arts III, teacher 

recommendation, and selection by audition 


Students write scripts in a variety of forms, create consistent 

characters in formal and informal theatre, safely construct 

and efficiently operate technical aspects of theater, film, 

television, or electronic media productions. Emphasis is on 

conducting auditions, casting, directing, and conducting 

production meetings to achieve goals. Students research 

historical production designs, techniques, and performances 

from various cultures. JHS 

Theater Arts IV 53182 


Prerequisites: Theatre III or Honors 

Theater Arts III and audition 

Students function as a performance/production ensemble. 

They are responsible for creating productions from idea to 

final performance. Students continue honing skills in writing 

original works, adapting works from different historical 

periods, and researching different acting styles. They must 

demonstrate knowledge of playwrights, knowledge of technical 

theatre, and the function of various personnel associated 

with theatrical productions. HHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Theater Arts III 53172 


Prerequisites: Theater Arts II, classification as a 

junior or a senior, and selection by audition 

Students acquire basic skills in directing through choosing, 

analyzing, and rehearsing a script; blocking techniques; 

auditioning actors; working with technical crews; and conceiving 

set and light designs. Each student is required to 

direct a scene which is showcased for a live audience. 

Actors for these scenes are auditioned from the class. 

HHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Theater Arts IV 53185 


Prerequisites: Honors Theatre Arts III, teacher recommendation, 

and selection by audition 


Students write scripts in a variety of forms, create consistent 

characters in formal and informal theater, safely construct 

and efficiently operate technical aspects of theater, film, 

television, or electronic media productions. Emphasis is on 

conducting auditions, casting, directing, and conducting 

production meetings to achieve goals. Students research 

historical production designs, techniques, and performances 

from various cultures. As students progress from Honors 

Theater Arts III to Honors Theater Arts IV, the degree of 

difficulty and expectations increase. JHS 

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Theater Arts V 53182TA5 


Prerequisites: Theatre IV and audition 

This advanced ensemble continues an emphasis on production. 

Students study styles of theater, film and television, 

art, advanced movement techniques, and the professional 

business of acting. Each student will write, direct, act, and 

research production designs. Extracurricular participation is 

required. JHS, NHS, RHS 

Theater Arts VI 53182TA6 


Prerequisites: Theatre V and audition 

As well as continuing to develop interdisciplinary skills 

required for theatrical production, students will prepare 

performances for competition and for showcase. Extracurricular 

participation is required. JHS, NHS, RHS 

Theater Arts VII 53182TA7 


Prerequisites: Theatre VI and audition 

As well as continuing to develop interdisciplinary skills 

required for theatrical production, students will prepare 

performances for competition and for showcase. Extracurricular 

participation is required. RHS 

Technical Theater I 53252 



Technical Theater III 53262TT3 


Prerequisites: Technical Theater I and II or 90 hours after 

school crew work and teacher recommendation/interview 

This course includes a continued exploration into all aspects 

of technical theater, with an emphasis on specialization in one 

crew field. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Technical Theater IV 53262TT4 


Prerequisites: Technical Theater III and 

audition/interview for Crew Chief position 

Students will specialize in a crew/designer position and execute 

all the duties of their position for the entire production 

season. Evaluations will be based on execution of duties, self 

-reflection, and design work. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS 

Technical Theater V 53262TT5 


Prerequisites: Technical Theater IV and 

teacher recommendation 




-reflection, and design work. JHS, NHS, RHS 

ARTS EDUCATION—THEATER ARTS 

Students study basic elements and current trends of technical 

theater: set and prop design, costume design, and 

lighting and sound design. The course consists mainly of 

hands-on applications. Some time outside of class is required 

for school related productions. HHS, JHS, NHS, 

RHS, SHS 

Technical Theater II 53262 


Prerequisite: Technical Theater I 

Students refine Level I skills and perform in leadership positions 

on production crews. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Technical Theater VI 53262TT6 


Prerequisites: Technical Theater V and 

teacher recommendation 




-reflection, and design work. JHS, NHS, RHS 

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General Music 

ARTS EDUCATION—GENERAL MUSIC 

Adventures in Listening 52102AL 



Students get an overview of many styles of music from the 

Renaissance though today's top hits. They increase their 

knowledge and understanding of composers, musical styles, 

and music theory. They increase their ability to listen, analyze, 

and compose music. The course is for both the musical 

performing student and for those who are not so inclined. 

SHS 

Music Theory/History 52152 


Prerequisite: Must have musical experience/music class 

Music Theory is an upper level music class where advanced 

topics in music are explored. These include: ear training, 

rhythmic, harmonic and melodic dictation, four-part writing, 

sight singing, advanced rhythmic training, active listening, 

score study, and music history. While this is not an Advanced 

Placement class, the topics covered in this class are taken 

directly from the AP exam. They are not explored as in-depth 

as an AP class but an understanding of music and music related 

topics are necessary to succeed in this class. HHS, JHS, 

NHS, SHS 

Advanced Placement Music Theory 52157 


Prerequisites: Two years experience in a music ensemble 

and ability to read music. Teachers must interview and 

audition with students in order to ensure correct placement. 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +2. Students are 


. 

This course is for students who will participate in advanced 

university-level music theory and ear-training classes at the 

college level, and includes the mastery of rudiments of music 

and terminology in the context of listening to a wide 

variety of music; the acquisition of notational skills and 

fluency for basic writing and more complex reading; and 

compositional procedures, including those of commonpractice 

tonality. Effective study often includes the integration 

of aural skills, composition skills, performance skills, 

and analytic skills. NHS 

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Dance 

Dance I 51152 


Prerequisite: Audition 

Students study the body in motion by exploring the elements 

of dance, awareness of the body as an instrument for selfexpression 

and healthful living. Students apply critical and 

creative thinking, and develop an understanding of dance in 

various cultures and historical periods. Participation in performances 

may be required. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Dance II 51162 


Prerequisite: Dance I or placement 

audition/instructor recommendation 

This course is an in-depth experience of creative and technical 

growth in dance as a performing art. Group and solo 

choreographic studies emphasize relating dance to other art 

forms and to the history of dance and anatomy. With advance 

notice, students are expected to devote out-of-school 

time. Participation in performances is required. HHS, JHS, 

NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Dance III 51175 


Prerequisite: Dance II or placement 


Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS WEIGHTED +1. 

Students have individual, in-depth experiences in technique, 

improvisation, and choreography, and have the 

opportunity to apply the elements of dance in advanced 

choreographic assignments. Students perform in class 

and outside. With advance notice, students are expected 

to devote some out-of-school time. Participation in performances 

is required. HHS, JHS 

Dance IV 51182 


Prerequisites: Dance III or Honors Dance III and 

placement audition/instructor recommendation 

This course provides more in-depth experiences in technique, 

improvisation, and choreography. Students describe, 

analyze, and critique various aspects of dance and 

its place in culture and history. Students perform in class 

and for outside groups. Students are expected to devote 

some out-of-school time. Participation in performances is 

required. HHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

ARTS EDUCATION—DANCE 

Dance III 51172 


Prerequisite: Dance II or placement 


Students have individual, in-depth experiences in technique, 

improvisation, and choreography, and have the opportunity to 

apply the elements of dance in advanced choreographic assignments. 

Students perform in class and outside. With advance 

notice, students are expected to devote some out-ofschool 

time. Participation in performances is required. HHS, 

NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Dance IV 51185 


Prerequisite: Honors Dance III or 

placement audition 

Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS WEIGHTED +1. 

This course provides more in-depth experiences in technique, 

improvisation, and choreography. Students describe, 

analyze, and critique various aspects of dance and 

its place in culture and history. Students perform in class 

and for outside groups. Students are expected to devote 

some out-of-school time. Participation in performances is 

required. HHS, JHS 

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ARTS EDUCATION—VOCAL MUSIC 

Beginning Vocal Ensemble 52302 

Beginning Women's Choir 52302BWC 

Beginning Men's Choir 52302BMC 

Beginning Mixed Choir 52302BXC 


Prerequisite: Student should sing for 

instructor to ensure correct placement 

Note: Course may be repeated for credit and is designed for 

ninth and tenth graders. Offered only in the fall semester. 

Vocal Music 

This is an entry-level course based on a comprehensive music 

education program designed for students in their first or second 

year of high school vocal music. This course is designed 

for students who enjoy singing and wish to further 

develop their knowledge of music and abilities. Musical 

styles, music reading, ear training, understanding music to 

culture and history, and the ability to make informed decisions 

and evaluations concerning music are emphasized. 

Because this is a performing arts class, all outside of class 

rehearsals and performances are mandatory. Students are 

required to wear designated costume. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, 

SHS 

Advanced Vocal Ensemble 52322 

Advanced Women's Choir 52322AWC 

Advanced Men's Choir 52322AMC 

Advanced Mixed Choir 52322AXC 

Credit: 1 

Prerequisites: Intermediate Vocal Ensemble and 

selection by interview and audition 


juniors and seniors and is offered only fall semester. 

This course is for singers who have had a variety of musical 

experiences and who have demonstrated the self-discipline 

required for musical performance. This course is for students 

who want to improve their vocal technique and increase 

their knowledge of musical in general. Students will 

perform music of varying degrees of difficulty and work to 

improve accuracy in sight singing. Singers may perform 

alone and in ensembles. Participation in outside of class 

rehearsals and performances are mandatory. Students are 

required to wear designated costume. HHS, JHS, NHS, 

RHS, SHS 

Intermediate Vocal Ensemble 52312 

Intermediate Women's Choir 52312IWC 

Intermediate Men's Choir 52312IMC 

Intermediate Mixed Choir 52312IXC 


Prerequisites: Beginning Vocal Ensemble 

and selection by interview and audition 


ninth and tenth graders. Offered only in the spring semester. 

This course continues to build on the comprehensive music 

education program introduced in Beginning Vocal Ensemble. 

Students are exposed to a variety of repertoire from different 

genres. Students continue to perform, create, analyze, describe, 

and evaluate many examples of music. Students may 

perform alone and in ensembles. Participation in outside of 

class rehearsals and performances are mandatory. Students 

are required to wear designated costume. HHS, JHS, NHS, 

RHS, 

SHS 

Offered to juniors in the spring semester 

Honors Advanced Vocal Ensemble III 52325 


Prerequisites: Advanced Vocal Ensemble 

and selection by Interview and audition 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +1 and may not be 

repeated for credit. 

This course is designed for advanced vocal students in their 

junior year and is offered spring semester. 




who want to improve their vocal technique and complete 

rigorous requirements in music performance, theory, 

history, appreciation, and analysis. Students will perform 

music of varying degrees of difficulty and work to improve 

accuracy in sight singing. Singers are required to perform 

alone and in ensembles. Attendance at musical events, completion 

of special projects, and written reports may be required 

in addition to all rehearsals and performances. Students 

are required to wear designated costume. HHS, JHS, 

NHS, RHS 

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Honors Advanced Vocal Ensemble IV 52335 


Prerequisites: Honors Advanced Vocal Ensemble 

III, selection by interview and audition 



This course is designed for advanced vocal students in their 

senior year and is offered fall semester. 




who want to improve their vocal technique and complete 

rigorous requirements in music performance, theory, history, 

appreciation, history, and analysis. Students will perform 

music of varying degrees of difficulty and work to improve 

accuracy in sight singing. Students will also receive experiences 

in conducting and improvisation. Singers are required 

to perform alone and in ensembles. Attendance at musical 

events, completion of special projects, and written reports 

may be required in addition to all regular rehearsals and performances. 

Students are required to wear designated costume. 

HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS 

Musical Theater 53422MT 


Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation and/or audition 

Note: Course may be repeated for credit. 

This course will explore vocal and acting techniques along 

with improving audition skills. All aspects of a musical 

production will be studied including the roles of a director, 

musician, choreographer, make-up, and technical director. 

Attendance at outside of class events and workshops may be 

required. Students may perform or participate in some aspect 

of a production. Students will study the history of musical 

theatre, including some of the leading lyricists and 

composers. NHS, JHS 

Independent Study in Music 52842 


Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation, Intermediate 

Vocal Ensemble or an Instrumental Music course 

ARTS EDUCATION—VOCAL MUSIC 

This course is designed for students who wish to major or 

minor in music at a college level. Advanced skills will be 

taught in music theory and music history. Students may be 

required to take the AP Music test. JHS, NHS, RHS 

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ARTS EDUCATION—DANCE 

Dance V 51252D5 


Prerequisite: Dance IV or placement audition 

Students perform technical skills with artistic expression, 

clarity, musicality, and stylistic nuance. Solo and group 

choreography includes costuming, production, and lighting. 

Students write a paper comparing/contrasting how meaning 

is communicated, illustrate important 20th century dance 

events, and compare choreographic work to other art work 

from the same culture/time period. Students are expected to 

devote some out-of-school time. Participation in performances 

is required. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Dance VI 51262D6 


Prerequisite: Dance V or placement audition 

Dance VII 51262D7 


Prerequisite: Dance VI or placement audition 


clarity, musicality, and stylistic nuance at a higher level. 

Students further develop solo and group choreography 

including costuming, production, and lighting. Students 

research and write about dance and related topics. Students 

are expected to devote out-of-school time. Participation 

in performances is required. HHS, NHS, RHS 

Dance VIII 51262D8 


Prerequisite: Dance VII or placement audition 

In addition to continuing to develop the technical skills, 

analyze a variety of issues in relation to dance, compare and 

contrast the role of dance in several different contexts, and 

create an interdisciplinary project using media technologies. 

Students are expected to devote some out-of-school time. 

Participation in performances is required. HHS, NHS, RHS 


clarity, musicality, and stylistic nuance at the highest 

level. Students further develop solo and group choreography 

including costuming, production, and lighting. Students 

research and write about dance and related topics. 

Students are expected to devote out-of-school time. Participation 

in performances is required. HHS, NHS, RHS 

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Instrumental Music 

Marching Band I 52552MB1 

Marching Band II 52562MB2 

Marching Band III 52572MB3 

Marching Band IV 52582MB4 


Prerequisites: Ability to play a band instrument; successful 

audition with the high school band director in order to enroll. 

Course offered fall semester only. 

Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Members must 

attend rehearsals and performances which may be before or 

after school. 

Reading, notating, listening, analyzing, and evaluating music 

representing diverse styles, understanding music's place in 

culture and history are emphasized. Students will also practice 

composing, arranging, and improvising. Development of 

technical competence, discipline, and responsibility are 

stressed. As students progress from Marching Band I to 

Marching Band IV, the degree of difficulty and expectations 

increase. Extracurricular opportunities may include jazz 

band, pep band, district/state level honors band, chamber 

ensembles, and solo recitals. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Ninth Grade Band 52552B1 


Prerequisite: Three years of band or successful audition with 

the high school band director in order to enroll. 

Note: Members must attend rehearsals and performances 

which may be before or after school. 


of various styles, and understanding music's place in culture 

and history are emphasized. Development of technical competence, 

discipline, and responsibility are stressed. NHS, 

RHS (fall semester) 

Symphonic Band I 52552SB1 

Symphonic Band II 52562SB2 

Symphonic Band III 52572SB3 

Symphonic Band IV 52582SB4 


Prerequisites: Ability to play a band instrument; successful 

audition with the high school band director in order to enroll 

Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Members 

must attend rehearsals and performances which may be 

before or after school. 


representing diverse styles, understanding music's place 

in culture and history are emphasized. Students will also 

practice composing, arranging, and improvising. Development 

of technical competence, discipline, and responsibility 

are stressed. As students progress from Symphonic Band I 

to Symphonic Band IV, the degree of difficulty and expectations 

increase. Extracurricular opportunities may include 

jazz band, pep band, district/state level honors band, chamber 

ensembles, and solo recitals. Symphonic Band students 

do not march. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Honors Band III 52575 


Prerequisites: Marching Band I and II or 

Symphonic Band I and II and audition 



Students will be expected to read and prepare music which 

demonstrates a variety of styles and techniques. Individual 

as well as group activity will be strongly emphasized. Honors 

band students must perform as a member of one or more 

chamber ensembles and as a soloist. Students will be expected 

to exhibit an understanding of advanced proficiencies 

in performance, conducting, listening, appreciation, and 

historical understanding. Research culminating in written 

reports, composing, and use of current technologies will be 

part of this course. All rehearsals and performances are 

required. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS 

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Honors Band IV 52585 


Prerequisite: Honors Band III 



The content of this course emphasizes even more demanding 

standards in performance and knowledge of musical 

theory, history, and appreciation than the previous Honors 

course. Written reports, composing, improvising, and work 

with existing technologies are included in the requirements. 

All rehearsals and performances are required. HHS, JHS, 

NHS, RHS 

Percussion Ensemble I 52562PE 

Percussion Ensemble II 52562PE2 

Percussion Ensemble III 52572PE3 

Percussion Ensemble IV 52582PE4 


Prerequisite: Students must successfully audition with the 

high school band director in order to enroll 

Note: This course may be repeated for credit. 

Students in this class serve as the band's percussion section. 

Students will strengthen their technical skills and abilities to 

perform in large and small ensembles. All extracurricular 

opportunities open to the band are also open to percussion 

ensemble members. As students progress from Percussion 

Ensemble I to Percussion Ensemble IV, the degree of difficulty 

and expectations increase. Students are required to 

attend all rehearsals and performances. HHS, NHS, RHS, 

SHS 

Concert Band I 52552 

Concert Band II 52562 

Concert Band III 52572 

Concert Band IV 52582 


Prerequisite: Three years of band or successful audition 

with the high school band director in order to enroll 

Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Members 

must attend rehearsals and performances which may be 

before or after school. 


of various styles, and understanding music's place in 

culture and history are emphasized. Development of technical 

competence, discipline, and responsibility are stressed. 

As students progress from Concert Band I to Concert Band 

IV, the degree of difficulty and expectations increase. Concert 

Band students do not march. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS 

Jazz Ensemble I 52652 

Jazz Ensemble II 52652JE2 

Jazz Ensemble III 52652JE3 

Jazz Ensemble IV 52652JE4 


Prerequisite: Students must successfully audition with the 

high school band director in order to enroll 


This course is designed for the most advanced singers and 

instrumentalists (including winds and strings) who have 

had a variety of musical experiences and demonstrated 

exceptional talent. All should possess excellent stage 

discipline and strong motivation. A wide range of musical 

styles and settings provide a variety of vocal and instrumental 

experiences. Reading, notating, composing, 

conducting, critiquing, and improvisation are emphasized. 

Small vocal groups, string ensembles, jazz combos, and 

soloists are encouraged. As students progress from Jazz 

Ensemble I to Jazz Ensemble IV, the degree of difficulty 

and expectations increase. HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

Wind Ensemble I 52552WE1 

Wind Ensemble II 52562WE2 

Wind Ensemble III 52572WE3 

Wind Ensemble IV 52582WE4 


Prerequisite: Ability to play a band instrument; successful 

audition with the high school band director to enroll. 

Note: Members must attend rehearsals and performances 

which may be before or after school. 

Reading, notating, listening, analyzing, and evaluating 

music representing diverse styles, understanding music's 

place in culture and history are emphasized. Students will 

also practice composing, arranging, and improvising. 

Development of technical competence, discipline and 

responsibility are stressed. As students progress from 

Wind Ensemble I to Wind Ensemble IV, the degree of 

difficulty and expectations increase. Extracurricular opportunities 

may include jazz band, pep band, district/state 

level honors band, chamber ensembles, and solo recitals. 

JHS, NHS, RHS (fall semester only) 

Symphony Orchestra I 52402SO 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra I, Wind Ensemble I or 

Symphonic Band I. Must successfully audition with the 

high school band and/or strings teacher in order to enroll. 

Symphony Orchestra II 52412SO 

Prerequisite: 


String Orchestra II. Successful audition 

with the high school band and/or strings teacher to enroll. 

Honors Symphony Orchestra III 52425SO 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra III or Honors String Orchestra 

III. Must successfully audition with the high 

school band and/or strings teacher in order to enroll 

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Honors Symphony Orchestra IV 52435SO 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra IV or Honors String Orchestra 

IV. Must successfully audition with the high 

school band and/or strings teacher in order to enroll. 

Note: These courses may be repeated for credit. 

Reading, listening, notating, analyzing, and evaluating 

music from a varied genre are emphasized. A knowledge 

and understanding of music’s place in culture and history 

will be explored. Students prepare and present periodic 

local concerts, district and state-wide festivals and competitions. 

Instruments included in this course are band, 

string, and percussion. As students progress from Symphony 

Orchestra I to IV, the degree of difficulty and expectations 

increase. Students must attend rehearsals and 

performances which may be before or after school. RHS 

(spring semester only) 

String Orchestra I 52402 


Prerequisite: Three years of playing experience 

or successful audition with orchestra director 




and understanding of music's place in culture and history 



JHS, fall semester only NHS and RHS 

String Orchestra II 52412 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra I 







As students progress from String Orchestra I to 

II, the degree of difficulty and expectations increase. 

NHS, RHS (fall semester only) 

String Orchestra III 52422 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra II 






local concerts as well as district and state-wide festivals 

and competitions. As students progress from String Orchestra 

II to III, the degree of difficulty and expectations 

increase. JHS, fall semester only NHS and RHS 

String Orchestra IV 52432XSC 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra III 







As students progress from String Orchestra III 

to IV, the degree of difficulty and expectations increase. 

NHS, RHS (fall semester only) 

Honors Orchestra III 52425 


Prerequisite: String Orchestra III 








Honors string orchestra students must perform 

as a member of one or more chamber ensembles and as a 

soloist. As students progress from String Orchestra III to 

Honors III, the content emphasizes even more demanding 

standards in performance and knowledge of musical theory, 

history, and appreciation. All rehearsals and performances 

are required. JHS, Juniors and Seniors only at 

NHS and RHS 

Honors Orchestra IV 52435 


Prerequisite: Honors Orchestra III 







local concerts as well as district and state-wide festivals 

and competitions. Honors string orchestra students must 

perform as a member of one or more chamber ensembles 

and as a soloist. .From String Orchestra IV or Honors III 

to Honors IV, the content emphasizes even more demanding 

standards in performance and knowledge of musical 

theory, history, and appreciation. All rehearsals and 

performances are required. JHS, seniors only at NHS, 

RHS (fall semester only RHS) 


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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION 

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—WORK-BASED LEARNING 

Cooperative Education (―Co-Op‖) 


Prerequisite: Classified as a junior or senior and enrolled in a 

Career and Technical Education course 

Some Career and Technical Education Program Areas offer a ―Co-Op’ opportunity for students. Students electing to take cooperative 

courses receive classroom instruction each day and work in related on-the-job training, for which they are paid by their 

employers. Students must work a minimum of 150 hours to receive an academic credit for the cooperative work experience. 

The teacher and employer develop a training plan for each student which meets the standards established in the Policies and 

Procedures Manual for Cooperative Vocational/Technical Education. 

Agricultural Co-Op 68976 

Business Co-Op 65976 

Family & Consumer Sciences Co-Op 71976 

Apprenticeship 


Prerequisite: Classified as a junior or senior, 16 years of age or older, 

and enrolled in a Career and Technical course. 

An apprenticeship provides planned, documented, one-on-one, employer sponsored instruction by a master craftsman combined 

with carefully selected technical instruction. An apprenticeship offers students the opportunity to get a head start in a career 

with high earning potential and continued training after high school. Apprenticeships are registered with the Department of 

Labor. Students must work a minimum of 150 hours in a school term to receive an academic credit for the work experience. 

Agricultural Apprenticeship 68966 

Business Apprenticeship 65966 

Family & Consumer Sciences Apprenticeship 71966 

Health Sciences Apprenticeship 72966 

Internship 


Prerequisite: Classified as a junior or senior, 16 years of age or older, and 

enrolled in a Career and Technical program or have completed a 

Career and Technical Education course sequence. 

An internship provides the opportunity to apply skills developed in an advanced level course to a practical situation. Competencies 

to be learned during the internship are agreed upon by the teacher, the placement supervisor and the student prior to 

beginning the internship. Students must work a minimum of 150 hours to receive an academic credit for the work experience. 

Agricultural Internship 68986 

Business Internship 65986 

Family & Consumer Sciences Internship 71986 

Health Careers Internship 72986 

Work-based Learning 

Marketing Co-Op 66976 

Trade & Industry Co-Op 79976 

Marketing Apprenticeship 66966 

Technology Apprenticeship 81966 

Trade & Industry Apprenticeship 79966 

Marketing Internship 66986 

Technology Internship 81986 

Trade & Industry Internship 79986 

Community College Courses 

A high school student 16 years of age or older is permitted to enroll in a community college course if the principal 

approves and the student meets the legal requirements to enroll. Students must be enrolled in high school courses 

for at least half time and be making appropriate progress toward graduation. Students may receive credit toward 

high school graduation as well as credit at the community college. 

Business, Marketing or Agriculture courses 

Computer Science courses 

Health and Human Service courses 

Industrial Technology courses 

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Agricultural and Natural Resources Technologies 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Agricultural and Natural Resources Technologies courses. FFA leadership 

activities are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional 

competencies. 

The following courses are included in the Agricultural and Natural Resources Technologies Career Pathway, but are described 

in the Business & Information Technologies pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 62352 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 

64112 Computer Applications I 

Agriscience Applications 68102 


Prerequisite: none 

Fundamentals and applications integrate basic biological and 

technological concepts with principles of agricultural production 

and business. Topics include environmental science, 

biotechnology, pest management, plant science, landscaping, 

animal science, agricultural engineering, leadership, careers, 

and agribusiness. JHS 

Animal Science I 68212 


Prerequisite: Biology 

This course provides instruction in the basic scientific principles 

and processes involved in animal physiology, breeding, 

nutrition, and care for preparation in an animal science career: 

diseases, nutrition, evaluation, genetics, animal welfare, 

breeding, showmanship and marketing. JHS 

Animal Science II* - Small Animal 68232 


Prerequisite: Animal Science I 

This course covers instruction on animal husbandry topics 

related to small animals that are served by a veterinarian. 

Content related to the breeding, grooming, housing, nutrition, 

healthcare, anatomy and physiology. JHS 

Biotechnology and Agriscience Research I 

68712 


Prerequisites: Agriscience Applications 

required and Biology recommended 

This course provides instruction in the technologically advanced 

world of agriculture and life sciences. Students are 

exposed to historical discoveries and the latest techniques in 

plant and animal biotechnology. Topics include applied 

genetics, microbiology, DNA, laboratory safety and protocol. 

JHS 

Basic Mechanical Repair I 68312 



This course develops knowledge and technical skills in 

the broad field of mechanical repair. The primary purpose 

of this course is to prepare students to handle the 

day-to-day problems, accidents, and repair needs they 

will encounter. Topics include mechanics safety, career 

opportunities, hand/power tool use and selection 

and electrical wiring. HCRC 

* Denotes a Level II Course 

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Biotechnology and Agriscience Research II* 

68722 


Prerequisite: Biotechnology and 

Agriscience Research I 

Students are introduced to new research and technology: 

genetic engineering, and plant tissue culture, hydroponics, 

integrated pest management, environmental science, food 

science, agrimedicine, and ethics. Students practice advanced 

laboratory techniques through individual and class 

research projects. JHS 

Agricultural Advanced Studies* 68992 


Prerequisite: Three credits in Agricultural and 

Natural Resources Career Pathway 

This is a three-phased exit course for seniors that are career 

focused in agricultural education. Students demonstrate 

their ability to use content and apply knowledge to real 

world situations through the three components of the program 

including a research paper, a product , and a presentation. 

JHS 

Horticulture I 68412 



This course provides instruction on the broad field of 

horticulture with emphasis on the scientific and technical 

knowledge for a career in horticulture. Topics in 

this course include plant growth and development, 

plant nutrition, media selection, basic plant identification, 

pest management, chemical disposal, customer 

relations, career opportunities, and leadership development. 

HCRC 

Agricultural Mechanics II- 

Small Engines 68332 


Prerequisite: Basic Mechanical Repair 

This course provides hands-on instruction and emphasizes 

small engine systems including the compression, 

fuel, electrical, cooling and lubrication systems. 

Troubleshooting methods are emphasized. In addition, 

students learn how to select engines for specific 

applications. Materials will be covered to prepare 

students for the Master Service Technician Exam. 

Safety skills will be emphasized as well as leadership 

development and work-based learning. HCRC 

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—AGRICULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Business & Information Technologies 

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Business Technologies courses. FBLA and DECA leadership 

activities are integral components of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application of 

instructional competencies. 

**KEYBOARDING SKILL as a prerequisite for some of the courses below is defined as: 

Demonstrated ability to key a minimum of 35 words per minute with errors corrected; format from 

rough draft copy of an announcement, memorandum, personal business letter, bound and unbound report; 

and exhibit proper keyboarding techniques. 

Digital Communication Systems 65142 


Prerequisite: Keyboarding skill** 

This course is designed to teach basic digital input skills using 

the touch method, speech recognition and use of handheld 

devices. Emphasis is placed on the daily use and operation 

of commonly used digital communication devices to 

develop skills in the production of business communications. 

Communication skills are reinforced through document formatting, 

composition and proofreading. The internet is integrated 

throughout the course for research DSA HHS JHS 

NHS RHS SHS HNT CMA 

Computer Applications I 64112 




Digital Communication Systems recommended 

This course is designed to help students master skills demonstrating 

team building and project management skills, graphic 

image design, desktop publishing, animation design, explore 

virtual reality and 3-D visualization design, basic audio. video 

editing, create hypermedia presentations and web site development. 

Emphasis is on skill development and refinement 

in application software, integrating technology devices using 

alternative input devices, Internet research strategies, team 

building, analysis and design, and completing a capstone 

project using alternative input devices for business use. 

concept skill development and terminology. The Internet is 

integrated throughout the class. A skills test is administered 

to affirm keyboarding mastery. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS 

SHS HNT CMA 

Computer Applications II* 64122 


Prerequisite: Computer Applications I 

This course is designed to help students master skills 

demonstrating team building and project management skills, 

graphic image design, desktop publishing, animation design, 

explore virtual reality and 3-D visualization design, basic 

audio/video editing, create hypermedia presentations, and 

web site development. Emphasis is on skill development & 

refinement in application software, integrating technology 

devices using alternative input devices, Internet research 

strategies, team building, analysis and design, and completing 

a capstone project using alternative input devices for 

business use. 

DSA, HHS, JHS, NHS, RHS, SHS 

e-Commerce I 64152 

Honors e-Commerce I 64155 


Prerequisite: Computer Applications II 

This course is designed to help students master skills in the 

design and construction of complex web sites for conducting 

business electronically. Emphasis is on skill development in 

advanced web page construction and entrepreneurial applications 

of conducting business electronically as well as economic, 

social, legal and ethical issues related to electronics 

business. DSA HHS, RHS JHS SHS 

e-Commerce II 64162 

Honors e-Commerce II 64165 


Prerequisite: e-Commerce I 

This course is designed to help students master skills in the 

design and construction of complex web sites for conducting 

business electronically. Emphasis is placed on marketing 

techniques, tracking and using customer and sales data, and 

other uses of databases in electronic commerce sites. DSA 

HHS SHS 

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Computerized Accounting I 63112 



This course covers the basic principles of the accounting 

cycle, analysis/recording of business transactions, financial 

statement preparation/interpretation, accounting systems, 

banking & payroll, types of business ownership, and an accounting 

career orientation. HHS SHS 

Computerized Accounting II* 63122 


Prerequisite: Computerized Accounting I 

This course expands management accounting (partnership 

and corporation), adjustments and inventory control systems, 

cost accounting, not-for-profit accounting, financial analysis, 

computerizing a wide variety of transactions with subsequent 

financial statements. HHS SHS 

Small Business/Entrepreneurship* 

62352 or 66152 


Prerequisite: Student must have completed 

two courses in the selected career pathway. 

This course is designed for students who plan to form, manage, 

and/or operate a business enterprise. Topics include the 

nature of business ownership, traits of entrepreneurs, development 

of a business plan, decisions on locating a business, 

and legal issues of business ownership. DSA HCRC HHS 

JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Business Advanced Studies* 65992 


Prerequisite: Student must have completed three 

credits in Business or Marketing Career Pathway. 


focused in business and marketing education. Students 

demonstrate their ability to use content and apply knowledge 

to real world situations through the three components of the 

program including a research paper, a product, and a presentation. 

HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Business Law 62152 



This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic 

legal principles common to business and personal activities. 

Topics include consumer concepts to assist students when 

evaluating contracts, purchasing with credit, purchasing 

appropriate insurance, and renting and owning real estate. 

NHS SHS 

Principles of Business and Personal Finance 

62002 or 66002 



This course introduces the major principles and concepts 

that are the foundation for future study of business and management. 

Topics include basic business principles, personal 

finance concepts, management concepts, systems thinking, 

and quality management and communication techniques. 


Marketing 66212 



This course is designed to help students develop basic 

knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will prepare them to 

enter the field of marketing. Emphasis is placed on marketing 

and business foundations, economics foundations, and 

human resource foundations. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Marketing Management* 66222 


Prerequisite: Marketing or 

Fashion Merchandising 

This course is designed to continue the foundations covered 

in Marketing or Fashion Merchandising. Topics of study 

include recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating employees; 

information management; purchasing; pricing; ethics; 

sales management, and financing. SHS 


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Fashion Merchandising 66312 



This course is designed for students interested in the fashion 

industry and the merchandising of fashion. Topics include an 

overview of the fashion industry, evolution and movement of 

fashion, career development, merchandising, and fashion 

marketing. JHS HHS 

Travel, Tourism and Recreational Marketing 

*66452 


Prerequisite: Marketing 

This course provides a foundation for students interested in a 

career in travel, tourism, destination marketing, and recreational 

marketing. Emphasis is placed on the hospitality/ 

tourism industry, customer relations, travel destination, tourism 

promotion, economics and career development. NHS 

Sports and Entertainment Marketing I 66702 



This course is designed for students interested in an introduction 

to sports, entertainment and event marketing. Emphasis 

is placed on the following principles as they apply to the industry: 

branding, licensing, naming rights, business foundations, 

concessions and on-site merchandising, economic foundations, 

promotion, safety, security and human relations. 

JHS NHS 

Strategic Marketing 66265 



The curriculum, activities, and resources utilized in this 

course are written at the freshman college level. Topics 

include economics, marketing research and decision making, 

domestic and international management, and financial 

analysis. JHS 

Sports and Entertainment Marketing II* 

66712 


Prerequisite: Sports and Entertainment Marketing I 

This course is designed for students interested in an advanced 

study of sports, entertainment and event marketing. 

NHS 

Marketing Advanced Studies* 66992 



credits in Business or Marketing Career Pathway. 


focused in business and marketing education. Students 

demonstrate their ability to use content and apply 

knowledge to real-world situations through the three components 

of the program including a research paper, a product, 

and a presentation. JHS NHS RHS SHS 

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Career Management 6145 

Commercial and Artistic Production Technologies 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Commercial and Artistic Production Technologies courses. 

Skills USA leadership activities are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for 

The following courses are included in the Commercial and Artistic Production Technologies Career Pathway, 

but are described in another Career and Technical pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 81102 Fundamentals of Technology 

64112 Computer Applications I 79212 Drafting I 

66152/62352 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 81252 Communications Systems* 

Apparel Development I 70352 

Credit:1 unit 


This course develops basic skills in apparel selection, fashion 

design, garment construction and care. Emphasis is on applying 

design and construction principles to select, design, maintain, 

and construct apparel and home fashions. DSA JHS 

RHS SHS 

Apparel Development II * 70362 


Prerequisite: Apparel Development I 

This course provides instruction in advanced clothing construction, 

textile characteristics, and fashion design. A large 

part of the course focuses on applying this knowledge within 

the apparel industry, including entrepreneurship. HHS JHS 

RHS SHS 

Career Development Education 

Credit:1 unit 


This course is designed to prepare students to locate, secure, keep, and change careers. Competencies for this course are based 

on the National Career Development Guidelines. Strategies for this course include teamwork, technology, problem-solving, 

decision-making, goal-setting, and self-management. HCRC 


Housing and Interiors I 70552 



This course examines housing and interior decisions that 

individuals and families make based on their needs, the 

environment, and technology. Topics include housing options, 

design fundamentals, backgrounds and furnishings; 

architecture styles and design; construction components, 

home safety and maintenance; and career development. 

These activities are both contextual and authentic. JHS 

RHS 

Housing and Interiors II * 70562 

Credit: 2 units 

Prerequisite: Housing and Interiors I 

This course prepares students for opportunities in the residential 

and non-residential interior design fields for entry 

level and technical jobs. Topics include application of design 

theory to interior plans and production, selection of 

materials, and examination of business procedures. 

JHS, RHS 

Trade and Industry Advanced Studies* 79992 



credits in Career Pathway. 

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—COMMERCIAL & ARTISTIC PRODUCTION 

This is a three-phased exit course for seniors who are career 

focused in trade and industrial education. Students demonstrate 

their ability to use content and apply knowledge to 

real world situations through the three components of the 

program including a research paper, a product, and a presentation. 


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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES 


The following courses are included in the Construction Technologies Career Pathway, but are described in another Career 

and Technical pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 81102 Fundamentals of Technology 

64112 Computer Applications I 81412 Structural Systems* 

62352/66152 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 79212 Drafting I 

Drafting - Architectural II* 79622 


Prerequisite: Drafting I 

This course focuses on the principles, concepts, and the use 

of complex graphic tools used in the field of architecture, 

structural systems, and construction trades. Emphasis is on 

the use of CAD to create floor plans, wall sections, and elevations. 

NHS SHS 

Construction Technology I 77212 



This course provides a basic introduction to construction 

work and the technical aspects of carpentry. Topics include 

safety, measurement, the identification/selection/use of tools, 

lumber, materials, and fasteners, construction math, reading 

plans and elevations, floor framing, equipment. HCRC NHS 

SHS 

Construction Technology II* 77222 


Prerequisite: Construction Technology I 

NOTE: STATE LISENSURE 

This course covers advanced technical aspects of carpentry 

with emphasis on development of skills introduced in Level I. 

Topics include plans, framing, footings, foundations, roofing, 

flashing, wall sheathing, insulation, vapor barriers, gypsum 

board, wall and ceiling framing, and underlayment. HCRC 

NHS SHS 

HVAC I 



This course introduces the basic principles of heating, ventilating, 

and air conditioning and career opportunities in 

HVAC. Topics include safety, trade mathematics, copper, 

plastic, and ferrous metal piping practices, soldering and 

brazing, introduction to heating, and introduction to cooling. 

Skills in safety, leadership, reading, mathematics, and problem 

solving are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning 

strategies appropriate for this course are cooperative education 

and apprenticeship. SHS 


Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Construction Technologies courses. VICA leadership activities 

are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional 

competencies. 

Construction Technologies Curriculum aligned with NCCER National Performance Based Skill Standards. 

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Electrical Trades I 77412 



This course introduces wiring, installation, and service: 

basic electricity, construction codes and practices, the National 

Electrical Code, test equipment, and electrical hand 

and power tools. SHS 

Electrical Trades II* 77422 


Prerequisite: Electrical Trades I 

NOTE: STATE LICENSURE 

This course is advanced instruction in wiring and introduces 

electrical theory: AC and DC circuits, test equipment, electrical 

color coding, conduit bending and installation, electrical 

measurements, use of polyphase current, specialty tools, 

transformers, and generators. SHS 

Masonry I 77112 



This course introduces the nature of masonry technology, 

materials and supplies, and employability skills. Topics 

include safety, layout, tools, leveling, plumbing, use of 

straight-edge, and jointing brick and block in wall construction. 

SHS 

Masonry II* 77122 


Prerequisite: Masonry I 

This course provides a continuation of masonry skills, estimating, 

blueprint reading, and building codes. Topics include 

constructing walls, corners, sills, and similar structures 

using a variety of bonds and materials. SHS 

Masonry III 77132 


Prerequisite: Masonry II 

This course provides advanced masonry skills, leadership 

development, and the preparation of technical presentations. 

Topics include constructing composite walls, steps, arches, 

lattice walls, sidewalks, brick and concrete pavers, window 

sills, chimneys, and fireplaces. SHS

Engineering Technologies 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Engineering Technologies courses. TSA and VICA leadership 

activities are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application 

of instructional competencies. 

The following courses are included in the Engineering Technologies Career Pathway, but are described in the Business and 

Information Technologies pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 62352/66152 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 


Fundamentals of Technology 81102 



This course provides hands-on experience in the principles 

and processes essential for the technology systems courses 

and develops a foundation for students interested in any technical 

field of study. Emphasis is on problem solving, design, 

technical communications, modeling, testing, evaluation, and 

implications of technology. HHS JHS RHS 

Smart Manufacturing * 81152 


Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Technology 

This course introduces students to principles of past and present 

manufacturing systems. Emphasis is placed on design, 

production, and evaluation of products using contemporary 

manufacturing methods. HHS 

Structural Systems* 81412 



Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Technology 

This course introduces students to classical and contemporary 

elements, principles, and processes of structural systems. 

Architectural and engineering subjects are studied through 

research, design, project development, and assessment. RHS 

Technology Advanced Studies* 80052 


Prerequisite: Student must have complete 

three credits in career pathway 

This course allows students to pursue a topic of interest using 

knowledge and skills gained from previous workforce development 

and academic courses. Emphasis is placed on student 

-directed study and evaluation of a technological concept or 

application of technological tools. 

HHS JHS RHS 

Drafting - Engineering II* 79722 


Prerequisite: Drafting I 

This course introduces students to engineering graphics: 

symbol libraries, industry standards, and sectioning techniques 

including coordinate systems, principles of machine 

processes and gearing, and the construction of 3-D wire 

frame models using CAD. Mathematics, science, and mechanical 

engineering concepts are reinforced. RHS 

Applied Electronics 76312 


Prerequisite: Algebra I is recommended. 

This course introduces basic electronics and flow of electrons, 

sources of electricity, Ohm’s Law, electronic components, 

nature and use of schematic diagrams, and electronics 

in communications and industry. The computer-based instruction 

is individualized in theory and hands-on experiences 

in analog electronics theory and troubleshooting. HHS 

Advanced Applied Electronics * 76322 


Prerequisite: Electronics I 

Computer-based instruction includes training modules: alternating 

current, inductive/capacitive/ RCL circuits, semiconductor 

devices, rectifier/ filter circuits, and bipolar transistors. 

The advanced computer-based laboratory provides 

individualized instruction in theory and hands-on experiences 

in the latest analog electronics theory and troubleshooting. 

HHS 

Networking I 79802 



CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES 

Drafting I 79212 



This course introduces students to simple and complex graphic 

tools used to communicate and understand ideas, and concepts 

found in architecture, manufacturing, engineering, science, 

and mathematics. Topics include problem solving, 

classical representation methods (sketching and geometric 

construction techniques) and CAD (computer assisted design). 

NHS RHS SHS NHS 

This course is designed to provide a foundation of networking 

hardware and software. This course will prepare students 

for rigorous Cisco curriculum used in Network Engineering 

I and Network Administration. HHS, RHS 

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES 

Networking I—CISCO 79802 



This course provides a broad-based foundation in the 

engineering and administration of computer network 

systems. Emphasis is on PC/network hardware and 

operating systems, architecture, protocols, design and 

security, and career development. HCRC 

Networking II—CISCO 79812 


Prerequisite: Networking I 

This course introduces the fundamental principles of 

networks and their operation from an industry vendor’s 

perspective. Emphasis is placed on the hands-on skills 

needed to design, set-up, maintain networks, install 

cabling, and configure vendor-specific routers and 

switches. Technical writing and binary mathematical 

skills are also emphasized. The expectation of this 

course sequence is for students to be better prepared for 

the appropriate industry credentialing exam. HCRC 

Computer Engineering Technology I 

79912 



This course introduces basic skills required for computer 

technicians and those skills needed for A+ Certification. 

Emphasis is on skills needed to safely configure, build, upgrade, 

diagnose, and maintain computers and peripherals. 

Hands-on training, Internet resources, and work-based experiences 

are integral. Students develop leadership skills, technical 

writing, communication skills, and establishing schoolbased 

enterprises that encourage entrepreneurial skills. 

HHS RHS SSE 

Computer Engineering Technology II* 79925 

Honors Computer Engineering Technology II* 

79925 


Prerequisite: Computer Engineering Technology I 

This course offers advanced hands-on training and theory to 

enhance skills introduced in CET I. New topics include printers, 

portable systems, networks, Internet, and customer interaction. 

Course content follows industry guidelines for A+ 

Certification. HHS RHS SSE 

Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) 

80202IED 


In this course students learn the process of product design 

using computer modeling software. They solve 

design problems by developing, creating, and analyzing 

product models. This is one of three foundation courses 

required for the pre-engineering pathway. It is a prerequisite 

for all subsequent engineering courses. Successful 

completion of Algebra and/or Geometry is 

highly recommended. RHS SSE 

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Principles of Engineering (POE) 80212PE 


Prerequisite: Introduction to 

Engineering Design 

In this course students explore engineering careers, 

technology systems and manufacturing processes. 

Through project-based studies, they learn how to apply 

math, science, and technology to enhance their 

understanding of approaches to problem solving. This 

is one of three foundation courses required for the preengineering 

pathway. Successful completion of Algebra 

and/or Geometry is highly recommended. RHS 

SSE 

Digital Electronics (DE) 80202DE 


Prerequisite: Introduction 

to Engineering Design 

In this course students learn the fundamentals of electricity 

and electronics. They use computer simulation 

software to learn about the logic of electronics as they 

design, test, and build various circuits and devices. 

This is one of three foundation courses required for 

the pre-engineering pathway. RHS 

Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) 

80222CEA 


Prerequisite: Introduction 

to Engineering Design 

In this course, students collaborate on the development of 

community-based building projects and work on the entire 

process from conceptual design to project presentations. 

RHS 

Scientific Visualization I 79012 



This state-of-the-art course introduces students to the 

use of complex graphic tools. Emphasis is place on 

the use of these tools to understand better technical, 

mathematical and/or scientific concepts. Emphasis is 

placed on the use of complex graphic tools to better 

understand a given mathematical, and/or scientific 

concept. HCRC 

Scientific Visualization II 79022 


Prerequisite: Scientific Visualization I 

This course provides students with advanced skills in 

the use of complex visualization tools for the study of 

mathematical and or science concepts. Students design 

and develop increasingly complex data and concept 

driven visualization models. Focusing on scientific 

and technical concepts, students learn how to 

communicate and analyze phenomena using statistical, 

graphic, and conceptual visualization computer 

applications HCRC

Public Service Technologies 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Public Service Technologies courses. FCCLA and VICA 

leadership activities are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application 


The following courses are included in the Public Service Technologies Career Pathway, but are described in the Business 

and Information Technologies pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 


70352 Apparel Development I 

70552 Housing and Interiors 

62352/66152 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 

Foods I - Fundamentals 70452 



This course examines the nutritional needs of the individual. 

Emphasis is placed on the relationship of diet to 

health, kitchen and meal management, and food preparation. 

Skills in science and mathematics are reinforced 

in this course. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Foods II – Advanced* 70462 

Prostart I 


Prerequisite: Foods I 

This course focuses on advanced foods preparation using new 

technology applying nutrition and food science. Food safety 

and sanitation receive special interest with students taking the 

exam for the Servsafe credential from the NRA. HHS JHS 

NHS RHS SHS 

Parenting and Child Development 70652 



This course introduces students to responsible nurturing and 

basic applications of child development theory. Emphasis is 

on the parents' responsibilities for and influences on children 

while providing care and guidance. HHS JHS NHS RHS 

SHS 


Early Childhood Education I 71112 


Prerequisite: Parenting and Child Development is recommended. 

Students must be 16 years of age. Student 

must also have TB Test and criminal background check. 

This course prepares students for careers working with 

young children from birth through age 8. Work-based learning 

comprises 50 percent of the course. HHS NHS SHS 

Early Childhood Education II* 71122 


Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education I . 

Students must be 16 years of age. 

Student must also have TB Test a 

nd criminal background check 

NOTE: Successful completion of the course allows student 

to apply for the NC Early Childhood Credential through 

the NCECC. 

This course prepares for management careers and business 

ownership related to working with young children. Workbased 

learning comprises 50 percent of the course. HHS 

NHS SHS 

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION—PUBLIC SERVICE TECHNOLOGIES 

Culinary Arts and Hospitality I 71212 

Credit: 2 units (full year) 

Prerequisite: Foods I is recommended. 

NOTE: Students will take the exam for the SERVSAFE 

Credential from the NRA 

This course introduces students to commercial kitchen equipment, 

basic food production, management, and service activities 

in both the back and the front of the "house." Emphasis 

is placed on sanitation, safety, and basic food preparation. 

NHS SHS 

Culinary Arts and Hospitality II* 71222 

Credit: 2 units (full year) 

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts & Hospitality I 

This course provides advanced experiences in food production, 

management, and service. Skills in communication, 

teamwork, creative thinking and entrepreneurship are reinforced 

in this course. NHS SHS 

Family and Consumer Sciences Advanced 

Studies * 71992 


Prerequisite: Students are required to have completed three 

credits in Public Service Technologies Career Pathway. 


focused in family and consumer sciences. Students demonstrate 

their ability to use content and apply knowledge to real 

world situations through the three components of the program 

including a research paper, a product, and a presentation. 


LIFE 70092 



This course teaches living independently through financial 

management. Topics include financial planning, shopping 

skills, managing assets and credit. HHS NHS RHS SHS 

Introduction to Cosmetology 78102 



This course introduces the basic principles and foundations 

of the cosmetology profession. Topics include: The history 

and opportunities in cosmetology, life skills, professional 

image, communicating for success, infection control, manicuring 

and pedicuring. (Theory and Practical) HHS 

Cosmetology I 78112 


Prerequisite: Introduction to 

Cosmetology Recommended 

Note: Not open to ninth or tenth grade students. Students 

are required by the NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts to 

wear a clean white or school color uniform, white shoes, 

and a name badge. Students must purchase a supply kit 

and mannequin. 

This course provides instruction and practice in various 

phases of Cosmetology, including technical and generalrelated 

information, shampoos, roller techniques, pin curls, 

pressing curling with thermal heat, manicuring ethics, 

grooming, hygiene, personality, visual poise, sterilization, 

sanitation, safety, bacteriology, and decontamination. HHS 

Cosmetology II* 78122 


Prerequisite: Cosmetology I 

Students are required by the NC State Board of Cosmetic 

Arts to wear a clean white or school color uniform, white 

shoes, and a name badge. 

NOTE: Students earning 1200/1500 hours of training may 

sit for the Cosmetology Licensing Board Exam 

\Instruction is provided in technical and general-related 

information, development, and application of skill in shampooing 

techniques, hair shaping, hair styling (thermal and 

wet construction), wig styling, skin care and facial massages, 

scalp, hair analysis, permanent waving, chemical hair 

relaxing, hair and coloring. HHS 

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Transportation System Technologies 

Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for Transportation Systems Technologies courses. Skills USA 

leadership activities are an integral component of each course and provide many opportunities for practical application 


The following courses are included in the Transportation Systems Technologies Career Pathway, but are described in another 

Career and Technical pathway: 

65142 Digital Communication Systems 


62352/66152 Small Business/Entrepreneurship 

79212 Drafting I 

76312 Electronics I 

81262 Transportation Systems 

Automotive Technology I 75112 


Prerequisite: Algebra I 

This course introduces basic automotive skills and job opportunities 

in the auto repair industry including engine theory, 

automotive preventive maintenance, brake repair, electrical 

trouble shooting, safety, test equipment, and measuring. 

NHS SHS 

Automotive Technology II* 75122 



Prerequisite: Automotive Technology I 

This course covers the advanced skills necessary in the automotive 

industry: troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, 

minor engine repair, engine performance, and brakes. Completion 

of this level will meet the NATEF certification requirements 

for brakes and electrical systems. NHS SHS 

Automotive Technology III 75132 


Prerequisite: Automotive Technology II 

This advanced course in auto repair puts emphasis on the 

practical application of skills and techniques necessary in 

the automotive industry. Specific instruction is given in 

engine performance, drive-ability, ignition, and fuel system 

diagnosis/repair, emission control systems, anti lock brakes, 

electrical diagnosis, steering and suspension. SHS 

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ENGLISH 

ENGLISH 

English Requirements 

English I, II, III, and IV are required for graduation and additional English courses are offered as electives. The following 

levels of English are designed to help students select courses that will provide a personal challenge based on individual needs. 

Levels of English Instruction 

English encompasses a comprehensive approach to the NC Standard Course of Study. 

Honors English follows the same course of study as Standard English but in greater complexity, 

novelty, and pacing. Honors English is distinguished by a difference in the quality of work expected rather 

than by the quantity of work assigned. 

Advanced Placement English is equivalent to a college freshman course with the curriculum and includes 

an exam prescribed from College Board. The AP level is the most rigorous and is weighted +2. 

Public Speaking I 10142PS 


Prerequisite: English I 

This course will prepare students to become effective 

speakers in multiple situations. This course will incorporate 

the typical speaking assignment into situations 

students might face in their personal and professional 

lives. The skills taught will help develop the students' 

ability to speak confidently and effectively in a variety 

of public speaking situations. Students will prepare and 

present several different types of speeches, to real audiences, 

and in multiple settings. 


English I 10212 

Honors English I 10215 



Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS 

WEIGHTED +1 Identified students should take High School 

Seminar as a prerequisite to English 1 

This course covers fundamentals in reading, writing, speaking, 

listening, and viewing through a survey of literary genres 

(narrative, fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction) while emphasizing 

literary terms, critical thinking, and careful reflection in 

the analysis of literature. Other skills include mechanics and 

usage in composition, research skills, vocabulary development, 

study skills, and various modes of writing. 

DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS HNT SSE CMA PLC 

English II 10222 

Honors English II 10225 




WEIGHTED +1 

This course focuses on mechanics and usage, study skills, and 

vocabulary through a survey of world literature (excluding 

British and American writers). Composition study is on writing 

short essays in a variety of modes, especially Informational 

Writing. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS HNT 

SSE CMA PLC 

English III 10232 

Honors English III 10235 


Prerequisite: English II 

Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND 

IS WEIGHTED +1 

This course continues the focus on mechanics and usage, 

study skills, and vocabulary through a survey of American 

Literature from the Colonial Period to the present. A variety 

of modes of writing will be studied, with a major focus on 

Critical Writing. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS 

MCHS CMA PLC 

Advanced Placement English III 10237 

(Language and Composition with a focus on 

American Literature Credit: 1 unit 



This intensive, college-level course emphasizes the rhetorical 

structures of effective writing. American Literature and 

its relationship to the historical and cultural trends of American 

society form the literary content of the course. Students 

who score a 3 or above on the AP exam may earn up to 3 

semester hours of college credit, depending on the college. 

HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS DSA 

English IV 10242 

Honors English IV 10245 


Prerequisite: English III 

Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS 

AND IS WEIGHTED +1 

This course provides a culmination of the student’s study of 

high school English. British Literature will be studied in 

either chronological or thematic order. DSA HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS ECHS MCHS CMA 

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Advanced Placement English IV (Literature 

and Composition) 10247 



NOTE: This course is weighted +2. 

This intensive, college level course emphasizes critical 

reading and analysis of literature and writing analytical 

expository essays about the literature. Depending on 

the student’s score on the AP exam and the universities 

expectations, students may receive college credit. 

Trends in Contemporary Literature 

10272TCL 



Students will survey the major genres and themes of contemporary 

literature, read high interest novels. Students 

will engage in multiple discussion forums such as 

literature circles and Socratic seminars to discuss the 

contents of each novel. 

HHS RHS CMA 

ENGLISH 

Creative Writing 10252CW 



Students taking this course will take a closer look below 

the surface of the page and dig into the multiple 

meanings of words uniquely chosen to convey hidden 

themes and learn how to utilize imagination to capture 

reader’s interest and personal identity. Emphasis will 

be placed on journal writing, poetry, and short stories. 


Writing the Critical Analysis III 10265WC3 



Note: This course carries honors level credit, is more rigorous, 

and is weighted +1 

This intensive writing seminar is designed for students who 

wish to extend and deepen their capacity to write collegelevel 

essays. Students will practice writing critical analysis 

based on texts and answering document-based questions. 

HHS NHS RHS SHS 

Writing the Critical Literary Analysis IV 

10265WC4 



Note: This course carries honors level credit, is more rigorous, 

and is weighted +1 

This intensive writing seminar is designed for students who 

wish to extend and deepen their capacity to write collegelevel 

essays about literature. Students will practice writing 

critical literary analysis based on advanced level text 

selections. HHS NHS RHS SHS 

Mythology 10272MYT 



Topics of study will include creation myths, gods and goddesses, 

heroes and heroines, fertility myths, myths of initiation, 

myths of love and marriage, the purpose of myth, and 

mythological symbols. The course will also investigate mythology 

in art, architecture, literature, music, advertising, and 

everyday life. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Yearbook Journalism I 10312JY 



Students write, edit copy and captions, design layouts, take 

pictures, develop a theme, and learn PageMaker or an alternative 

program for layout. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS 

SHS 

Newspaper Journalism I 10312NJ 


Prerequisite: English 1 

This course provides an introduction to newspaper history 

and jargon and mastering the skills required to write various 

types of articles (news, sports, editorials, etc.). Students will 

also study the function of newspapers, press law, newspaper 

style, and basic language skills. DSA HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS 

Yearbook Journalism II 10322JY2 

Yearbook Journalism III 10322JY3 

Yearbook Journalism IV 10322JY4 

Credit: 1 unit (full year) 

Prerequisite: Yearbook Journalism I, II, or III 

Students learn leadership and high level skills in copy writing 

and editing, layout design, journalistic photography, 

marketing, and advanced desktop publishing. Students design 

specific yearbook pages and are graded on the product. 

DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Newspaper Journalism II 10322NJ2 

Newspaper Journalism III 10322NJ3 

Newspaper Journalism IV 10322NJ4 


Prerequisites: Newspaper Journalism I, II, or III 

Students comprise the staff of the school newspaper and are 

expected to master the skills required to write/edit stories, 

compose a page, design layouts, sell ads, and distribute the 

paper. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

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ENGLISH 

Honors Yearbook Journalism III 10325JY3 

Honors Yearbook Journalism IV 10325JY4 


Prerequisites: Yearbook Journalism II or III 

Note: After-school time is required. 

THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS 

WEIGHTED +1 

Students take full responsibility for the leadership aspect of 

publishing the school’s yearbook including copy writing, 

layout design, editing, journalistic photography, advanced 

desktop publishing, business planning, advertising, 

marketing, and distribution of the book. 

After-school time is required. 

HHS JHS NHS SHS 

Honors Newspaper Journalism III 10325NJ3 

Honors Newspaper Journalism IV 10325NJ4 


Prerequisite: Newspaper Journalism II or III 


WEIGHTED +1 

Students master newspaper production including article conception, 

story/art/photo assignment, reporting, writing/ 

editing/proofreading, layout, desktop publishing, communication 

with printer, business planning, advertising, and distribution. 

After-school time is required. 

HHS JHS NHS SHS 

African-American Literature 10272AAL 


Prerequisite: English I and II 

This course focuses on the contributions of African- 

Americans to literature through the study of a selection of 

authors such as Phyllis Wheatley, Sojourner Truth, Dudley 

Randall, Paul Laurence Dunbar, James Weldon Johnson, 

Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, Zora Neale Hurston, Maya 

Angelou, Alice Walker, August Wilson, and Toni Morrison. 


Public Speaking II 10152PS2 


Prerequisite: English I, 

Public Speaking I 

This course will prepare students to become effective speakers 

in multiple situations. This course will incorporate the 

typical speaking assignment into situations students might 

face in their personal and professional lives. The skills taught 

will help develop the students' ability to speak confidently 

and effectively in a variety of public speaking situations. 

Students will prepare and present several different types of 

speeches, to real audiences, and in multiple settings. This 

course emphasizes taking responsibility for presentations, 

preparing and presenting speeches, meeting specific goals 

and time limits, and self improvement. 


Mass Communications 10292MC 



This course explores the tool of mass media; helping students 

develop criteria for being thoughtful consumers of 

media. Texts from film, advertising, newspapers, and other 

media will be used. 

HHS JHS RHS SHS 

Shakespeare 10272SHA 



This course provides students with an intensive study of 

Shakespeare and his work depicted in history, art, music, 

movement, and language. Works will be selected from his 

comedies, histories, tragedies, and poetry. The course will 

be writing intensive. 

HHS NHS RHS SHS 

Advanced Reading and Writing for Non- 

Native English Speakers 10292NES 

Credit: 1 Unit 


This course is for students whose listening and speaking 

skills are superior, near native-like. These students have 

studied English for 5+ years and/or attended school in the 

United States for 5+ years. They may or may not be labeled 

Limited English Proficient. The course will focus on reading 

and writing skills to help students become more successful 

in academic contexts. 

HHS SHS 

Foundations of English I 95202SE 



NOTE: Identified students should take Foundations of English 

I as a prerequisite to English 1 

This course introduces students to literacy skills needed to 

succeed at the secondary level and beyond. Students learn 

how to read the text structure of fiction and nonfiction texts 

and how to ―demystify‖ the reading process in order to 

grasp its content. Students will learn organizational, study, 

and test taking skills essential to higher education. Teacher 

directed strategy instruction will focus on comprehension, 

vocabulary, fluency, and text structure. 

HHS RHS SHS 

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ESL COURSES 

ESL Elective Courses 

The following courses are designed for students whose native language 

is not English and need additional language support to take 

the required course. Students are placed in these classes based on 

their specific needs determined by the guidance counselor, the ESL 

teacher, student, and parent. 

ESL Novice I 10382EN 



This course is for new English Language Learners with virtually 

no functional ability in listening, speaking, reading, 

and writing in English. This course can be repeated for credit. 

ESL Novice II 10382EN2 



This course is a continuation of ESL Novice I. It is for English 

language learners who are beginning to understand the 

language and use it in a limited capacity. The course will 

include focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing 

skills to help students progress in personal, social, and academic 

contexts in English. This course can be repeated for 

credit. 

ESL Intermediate I 10382EI 



This course is for English Language Learners who understand 

most oral language pertaining to familiar topics, but 

have difficulty comprehending and using academic vocabulary. 

The course will include focus on listening, speaking, 

reading, and writing skills to help students progress in personal, 

social, and academic contexts in English. This course 

can be repeated for credit. 

ESL Intermediate II 10382EI2 



This course is a continuation of ESL Intermediate II. It is for 

English language learners who function well in most everyday 

situations, but still have difficulty with academic and 

idiomatic language. The course will include focus on listening, 

speaking, reading, and writing skills to help students 

progress in personal, social, and academic contexts in English. 

This course can be repeated for credit. 

ESL Sheltered Courses 

The following courses have the same requirements as 

a non-sheltered version of the course. (Note that Novice, 

Intermediate, and Advanced refer to the student’s 

level of English proficiency.) 

ESL English I Nov. 10212EN 

ESL English I Inter. 10212EI 

ESL English I Adv. 10212EA 

ESL English II Nov. 10222EN 

ESL English II Inter. 10222EI 

ESL English II Adv. 10222EA 

ESL English III Nov. 10232EN 

ESL English III Inter. 10232EI 

ESL English III Adv. 10232EA 

ESL English IV Nov. 10242EN 

ESL English IV Inter. 10242EI 

ESL English IV Adv. 10242EA 

Sheltered Content Courses vary from school 

to school 

ESL Intro to HS Math 20202E 

ESL Algebra I 

20232E 

ESL Integrated Algebra/ 

Geometry I 

20512E 

ESL Integrated Algebra/ 

Geometry II 

20522E 

ESL Geometry 

20302E 

ESL Algebra II 

20242E 

ESL Earth Science 

30402E 

ESL Biology I 

30202E 

ESL Physical Science 30102E 

ESL Health/PE 

90112E 

ESL Civics and Economics 40522E 

ESL World History 

40242E 

ESL US History 

40212E 

ESL Computer Applications I 64112E 

ESL Computer Applications II 64122E 

ESL ELECTIVE COURSES / ESL SHELTERED COURSES 

ESL Advanced I 10382EA 



This course is for English Language Learners who can handle 

most personal, social, and academic language, but still 

need help with complicated literary texts and academic writing. 

The course will focus on advanced reading and writing 

skills to help students succeed in academic contexts in English. 

This course can be repeated for credit. 

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EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S OCCUPATIONAL COURSE OF STUDY 

Occupational English I 92100 

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S 

OCCUPATIONAL COURSE OF STUDY 

Students will explore and examine a variety of communication 

modes and the importance each plays in daily living and 

employment settings. They apply reading and writing strategies 

to interpret and express factual, functional information. 

They use oral language strategies to communicate effectively 

in both formal and informal situations. Students will: Expand 

basic telephone skills for work and home, Write complete 

simple and compound sentences, Take and support positions 

of self-advocacy, Read a variety of materials to gain information 

and perform tasks, Read basic, functional vocabulary 

terms, employ accurate manuscript and cursive letter formation, 

Exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer technology, 

Develop effective interviewing skills 

Occupational English II 92110 

Students will analyze and employ effective communication 

strategies in both daily living and employment settings. They 

use standard rules of convention and syntax to give and request 

information. They read and comprehend a variety of 

functional texts. Students will: Give and request verbal directions, 

Demonstrate appropriate communication skills when 

addressing peers, Write sentences to form paragraphs, Read 

and comprehend information found in a variety of printed 

material, Read and comprehend functional vocabulary terns, 

Use basic word processing skills for written communication, 

Expand self-advocacy skills 

Occupational English III 92120 

Students will read, write, and orally express information required 

in a variety of daily living and employment settings. 

They identify main concepts and supporting information from 

print and non-print materials. They examine the speaking 

skills expected in a variety of settings and demonstrate effective 

oral communication in each. In addition, students will: 

Expand proficiency in basic sentence and paragraph writing 

as applied to a variety of functional, independent living, and 

employment tasks; Visually gain information from a variety 

of graphic material; Expand reading and writing of functional 

vocabulary terms; Expand comprehension of a variety of 

printed material; Demonstrate oral communication skills 

needed for a work environment; Write formal and informal 

letters. 

Occupational English IV 92130 

Students will integrate oral, written and visual skills to communicate 

effectively in a variety of daily living and employment 

situations. They use written communication for explanatory, 

argumentative, self-advocacy, and social purposes. 

They employ visual communication skills to locate and 

research information. Students will: Expand verbal communication 

skills, Write logical and sequential reports, Expand 

comprehension of functional vocabulary to include legal, 

medical, tax, and insurance terms, Read and comprehend 

directions and other printed material for daily living and 

employment tasks, Complete personal forms and applications, 

Use computer technology to enter and edit information 

on a spreadsheet and to communicate online, Produce 

complete personal portfolios. 

Occupational Mathematics I 92200 

Occupational Math I continues the study of: a) Computation: 

reading, writing, counting, and the mathematical skills 

using whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percents; b) 

Financial Management: recognizing and identifying basic 

financial information; c) Time and Measurement; d) Independent 

Living; and e) Technology. Students will acquire 

these skills through hands-on approaches and cooperative 

learning within the classroom and community. Application 

of these skills is necessary for independent living and successful 

employment. 

Occupational Mathematics II 92210 

Occupational Math II continues from Occupational Math I 

the student of computation and the application of these skills 

for independent living and successful employment. More 

emphasis is placed on application and problem solving in 

the areas of financial management, reading and interpreting 

schedules, time and measurement and independent living 

using technology, hands-on approaches and cooperative 

learning. 

Occupational Mathematics III 92220BS 

Emphasizes the application of skills previously learned. In 

this course students demonstrate application of the skills in 

the community and places of employment. 

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Life Skills Science I 92310 

This course is designed to provide students with the 

knowledge necessary to practice safety in all areas of life and 

maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will also receive instruction 

in the provision of first aid and accessing medical 

care. Students will have opportunities to apply skills in the 

area of healthy living and safety to various situations within 

the home, community, and workplace. 

Life Skills Science II 92320 

Students will develop basic, functional knowledge of science 

concepts in the areas of earth science, environmental science, 

and physical science. Students will also develop skills in the 

area of healthy relationships. Students will have the opportunity 

to apply the science-based concepts to daily living 

situations at home, in the community, and the workplace. 

Occupational Social Studies I 92450 

This course is designed to provide the student with the basic 

economic, government, and political knowledge they need to 

become responsible citizens and consumers. It covers the 

historical background of the development of the United 

States, including the Constitution and amendments, and the 

three branches of government, and major laws that effect 

citizens. The course also covers state and local government 

roles and jurisdictions, and issues of personal citizenship. 

Occupational Social Studies II 92460 

This course is designed to teach students skills related to selfdetermination 

essential for achieving independence and successful 

adult outcomes. The organization of the course will 

provide for opportunities to integrate previously learned skills 

with new concepts. Instructional emphasis will be placed on 

the application and generalization of self-determination skills 

to post-school environments. 

Occupational Preparation I 92400 

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental 

attitudes, behaviors, and habits needed to obtain and 

maintain employment in their career choice and make career 

advancements. Students will participate in school-based 

learning activities including work ethic development, jobseeking 

skills, decision-making skills, and self-management. 

Students will be involved in on-campus vocational training 

activities such as school factories, work-based enterprises, 

hands-on vocational training in Workforce Development 

Education courses and the operation of small businesses. 

Formal career planning and development of knowledge regarding 

transition planning begins in this course and continues 

throughout the strand of Occupational Prep. courses. 

Occupational Preparation II 92410 

This course is designed to allow students to develop skills 

generic to all career majors; resource management, communication, 

interpersonal relationships, technology, stamina, 

endurance, safety, mobility skills, motor skills, teamwork, 

sensory skills, problem solving, cultural diversity, information 

acquisition/management, and self-management. 

This course content is focused on providing students with a 

repertoire of basic skills that will serves as a foundation for 

future career application. Students will expand their schoolbased 

learning activities to include on-campus jobs and 

work-based learning activities. Job-seeking skills also will 

be refined. 

Occupational Preparation III 92420 

This course is designed to allow students to continue the 

development and begin the application of skills learned in 

Occupational Prep. I and II. Work-based learning activities 

are provided including community-based training, job shadowing, 

job sampling, internships, situational assessment, 

cooperative education, and apprenticeships. These workbased 

activities allow students to apply employability skills 

to competitive employment settings and demonstrate the 

effectiveness of their work personality. Multiple opportunities 

for leadership development and self-determination are 

provided. 

Occupational Preparation IV 92430 

This course gives students the opportunity to synthesize all 

the skills acquired in previous Occupational Prep. courses 

and apply them to their personal career choice. This course 

allows students to solve work-related problems experienced 

in competitive employment, practice self-advocacy skills 

and master the theoretical and practical aspects of their career 

choice. Students finish completing the 360 hours of 

integrated competitive employment in a community setting 

required for successful completion of the Occupational 

Course of Study. Students also will develop a job placement 

portfolio that provides an educational and vocational record 

of their high school experience. 

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EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S COURSES 

Decision-Making (first semester) 95202DM1 

Decision-Making (second semester) 95202DM2 

This course is designed for special education students in any 

grade or course of study who require assistance in social 

skills instruction including behavior management techniques 

and social skill development. Students learn to respond appropriately 

to life situations by adapting their behavior to 

different roles and settings. Students learn to consider the 

consequences for their decisions, to take ownership of their 

choices, and to solve problems. 

EOC/Competency Preparation (first semester) 

95202CP1 

EOC/Competency Preparation (second semester) 

95202CP2 

This course is designed for students classified as tenthgraders. 

Students prepare for end-of-grade tests in reading, 

writing, and mathematics which are required for all North 

Carolina tenth grade students. They will develop test-taking 

skills as well as learn specific skills necessary for the state 

assessments. 

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S COURSES 

Learning Strategies (first semester) 95202LS1 

Learning Strategies (second semester) 

95202LS2 

This course is designed for students classified as ninthgraders. 

Specific learning strategies are taught to promote 

their success in all academic areas. Students learn to organize 

their notebooks, learn to effectively use an academic agenda 

book and take notes effectively. They also learn a vocabulary 

development strategy, sentence writing strategy and paragraph 

writing strategy. Students may spend part of each class 

period implementing the learned strategies in their current 

coursework. 

Fundamentals for Success--Reading (first semester) 

95200SF1 

Fundamentals for Success--Reading (second 

semester) 95200SF2 

This course is designed for ninth and tenth-grade students 

who are reading below the sixth grade level. The focus of 

the course is to remediate students reading levels to promote 

their success in all academic areas. 

Success in Mathematics 95200SM 

This course is designed for ninth and tenth-grade students 

who require skill development in mathematics. The focus of 

the course is to promote skill development in pre-algebra 

and algebraic equations as well as assist in preparing students 

for the tenth grade competency. 

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 

Healthful Living 

Requirements 

Students are required to take 1 total unit of Health I/PE I for graduation. Principals may exempt students from 

physical education for medical or religious reasons. 

Health/Physical Education 90112 


Developmentally appropriate instruction that contributes to a 

healthy lifestyle is used to study Stress Management, Substance 

Abuse, Nutrition/Weight Management, Self- 

Protection, Relationships. Identification of serious health 

risks, behavior self-management, self-esteem building, and 

life-long health habits are included. Sex education stresses 

the benefits of abstinence until marriage, the importance of 

avoiding out-of-wedlock pregnancy, the need to prevent sexually-transmitted 

diseases. The physical education component 

includes Personal Fitness, Recreational Dance, Game 

and Sport skills, Gymnastics. Students are expected to dress 

out and participate actively to acquire a better understanding 

of and appreciation for the importance of lifetime fitness. 

Fitness testing is administered. DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS 

SHS HNT SSE CMA 

Combination Sports 90152CS 


Prerequisite: Physical Education I 

Note: This course may be not be repeated for credit. 

This course focuses on physical conditioning; self-testing 

exercises; officiating and assuming responsibility for organizing 

and directing activities. Individual, dual, and team sports 

depend on the availability of facilities, equipment, and staff at 

each school. 

General Physical Conditioning/Fitness I 

90152F1 


Prerequisite: Physical Education I 

Note: Course may not be repeated for credit. 

encouraged to participate. 

Females are 

Advanced Weight Training 90152AWT 


Prerequisite: Weight Training 

Note: Course may not be repeated for credit. Females are 


This course is designed to develop maximum muscular 

strength including various weight lifting routines for bulk 

building and also light sprint work. Routines are introduced 

and weight and muscular gains are monitored quarterly. 


Advanced Physical Conditioning 90152AP1 


Prerequisite: Advanced Weight Training 

Fe- 

Note: Course may be repeated for one unit of credit. 

males are encouraged to participate. 

This course is designed to develop maximum muscular 

strength including various weightlifting routines for bulk 

building and also light sprint work. Routines are introduced 

and weight and muscular gains are monitored quarterly. 

Athletes are encouraged to sign up for the advanced classes. 


Responding to Emergencies 90152FA 

(First Aid, CPR, and Alcohol/Drug Awareness) 


Prerequisite: Health I and Physical Education I 

This course is designed to further study first aid, CPR, and 

alcohol/drug awareness. Successful completion of the units 

lead to American Red Cross certification. HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS 


This course is designed to develop and test strength, endurance, 

speed, agility, flexibility, and self-confidence including 

calisthenics, running, weight training, plyometrics, stretching. 


Weight Training 90152WT 


Prerequisite: General Physical Conditioning/Fitness I 

Note: Course may not be repeated for credit. 


Females are 

This course is designed to develop and maintain higher levels 

of strength and conditioning including weight training, 

strength assessment, aerobic testing, and exercise routines. 


Sports Medicine I 95302 


Prerequisite: Biology I 

Note: The purpose of this course is to provide the student 

with an understanding of basic concepts related to athletic 

training and sports medicine. Emphasis is placed on acute 

injury management along with taping and wrapping procedures 

for injuries commonly occurring in athletics. 

This course is designed as an introduction to the principles 

of sports medicine: prevention and recognition of injuries, 

emergency first aid treatment, rehabilitation, anatomy, and 

physiology. Practical experience hours after school may be 

required. 

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Sports Medicine II 95302SM2 


Prerequisite: Sports Medicine I 


with a practical understanding of sports medicine and athletic 

training. Topics of discussion will include first aid and 

CPR, injury recognition and evaluation, injury management 

and treatment, and organization and administration. Students 

will be offered the opportunity to continue improving 

their athletic taping and wrapping proficiencies. 

This course further examines the principles of sports medicine 

including prevention and recognition of injuries, emergency 

first aid, rehabilitation, anatomy, and physiology. 

Students experience the care of athletes and administration. 

Hours after school are required. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Sports Medicine Practicum 95302SM3 

(Sports Medicine III) 


Prerequisite: Sports Medicine II 

and Teacher Approval 


with an understanding of athletic training from both a theoretical 

and practical viewpoint. Topics of discussion will 

include upper/lower extremity injuries, head/facial injuries, 

spinal injuries, and abdominal injuries. Emphasis will be 

placed on injury prevention, injury recognition and evaluation, 

injury management and treatment, injury rehabilitation, 

organization and administration, and education and counseling 

of the athlete. Practical experience hours after school 

required. 

This course is designed further explore medical fields related 

to sports. Studies of anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, 

and athletic training programs are emphasized. Students 

engage in practical experience in designing and implementing 

health care programs for sports injuries. Practical experience 

hours after school may be required. HHS JHS NHS RHS 

Sports Medicine Internship 

(Sports Medicine IV) 95302SM4 


Prerequisite: Sports Medicine Practicum 

and Teacher Approval 


with an understanding of athletic training from both a theoretical 

and practical viewpoint. Topics of discussion will 

include upper/lower extremity injuries, head/facial injuries, 

spinal injuries, and abdominal injuries. Emphasis will be 

placed on injury prevention, organization and administration, 

and education and counseling of the athlete. Practical 

experience hours after school required. 

This course is a self-paced study of advanced athletic training 

skills. Students investigate current trends in sports medicine 

and experience practical application of advanced skills. 

Students are expected to serve as trainers for various sports 

teams after school. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Fitness for Life 90152FFL 


Prerequisite: Health and Physical Education 

This course is to allow students the opportunity to evaluate, 

plan, and implement a self-created fitness plan (under professional 

guidance) utilizing a wide variety of activities. 

This will also give students the chance to use what they have 

learned in other physical education classes and explore it in 

a more detailed, concrete manner. The following is a list of 

specific activities/exercises to be included in this course. 

though the list is by no means exhaustive: jump rope, aerobics 

(include dance), circuit training, distance/sprint running, 

isotonic exercises, exercises, agility drills, monitoring 

of the heart rate, specific sport or training nutrition, fitness 

evaluation, monitoring of progress, and modification (as 

needed) of their fitness plan and/or goals. HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS 

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JUNIOR ROTC 

Army ROTC 

Hillside High School 

Army JROTC is designed as a four-year program. Although participation in the entire program is encouraged, 

students may participate for one, two, or three years if desired. The course may be taken for elective 

credit. 

Army JROTC classes meet for one period each day. Academic instruction, military drills, leadership development 

and supervised athletic activities are part of the curriculum. Regulation military uniforms are 

issued to the cadets free of charge and worn at least once a week for appropriate cadet functions. Trips are 

made to military facilities for observing military operations and to other schools for color guard, drill team 

and other competitive events. 

No military service obligation results from participation in the Army JROTC. However, an individual 

who completes two or more years of JROTC may receive advanced placement after completion of Army 

Basic Training. 

JUNIOR ROTC / ARMY 

Army Junior ROTC I 95012A 



Army Junior ROTC IV 95042A 


Prerequisite: Army Junior ROTC III 

This beginning course in Leadership Development includes 

an introduction to ROTC and the Army, leadership theory, 

drill and ceremonies, first aid, map reading, communication 

skills, unlocking one's potential and current events. HHS 

Army Junior ROTC II 95022A 


Prerequisite: Army Junior ROTC I 

The course continues Leadership Development and includes 

intermediate levels of self-concept development, drill and 

ceremonies, first aid, map-reading, communication skills, 

biographical sketches and historical campaigns, and an introduction 

to scholarship and career benefits. HHS 

Advanced leadership techniques covered during this final 

year of leadership development serve as the capstone of the 

JROTC program of instruction. The psychology of leadership 

delves into the moral aspects of leadership and examines 

group relations and behavior. A seminar in leadership 

and management presents insight into making decisions, 

applying new ideas, maintaining discipline, and managing 

people. Cadets are required to review staff organization and 

procedure as well as the sequence of staff actions and interstaff 

responsibilities. In advance communications, cadets 

are given an opportunity to prepare lesson plans and present 

classroom instruction. All participants are afforded the opportunity 

to assume leadership roles in the everyday functioning 

of the corps. HHS 

Army Junior ROTC III 95032A 


Prerequisite: Army Junior ROTC II 

Army JROTC III stresses military leadership and managerial 

techniques, including the aspects of mutual respect and duties 

of a leader/manager. There is a comprehensive review of 

applied map reading/land navigation, and techniques of communication. 

There is a study of the role of the Army in the 

history of the country and the opportunities available to today's 

soldier in the area of vocational knowledge and skills. 

HHS 

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JUNIOR ROTC / AIRFORCE 

JUNIOR ROTC 

Air Force ROTC 

Riverside High School 

Northern High School 

Air Force ROTC is designed as a four-year program and participation in the entire program is encouraged. Students 

may participate for one semester to decide if they want to continue. 

Air Force JROTC classes meet for one period each day. Three periods a week are devoted to academic instruction 

with the other periods used for military drill, leadership development, or supervised athletic activities. Regulation 

military uniforms are issued to the Air Force JROTC cadets, FREE OF CHARGE. The uniforms are worn once each 

week and for appropriate cadet functions. Trips to various military facilities are taken to observe military operations 

and life first-hand with orientation flights aboard military aircraft. Units perform Color Guard and Drill Team demonstrations 

at school and community events. 

NO MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATIONS are incurred as a result of participating in Air Force JROTC. After graduation, 

students with three years of Air Force JROTC who qualify to serve in the military can enlist in one of the 

Armed Forces in an advanced grade or they may have the first year of college ROTC waived upon request. Air Force 

JROTC graduates may compete for a four-year ROTC scholarship which pays all tuition, fees and books. The scholarship 

includes a $150.00 tax-free stipend each month for the scholarship recipient. 

Upon completion of Aerospace Science, I & II, one science elective credit is awarded 

Aerospace Science I 30712 


Prerequisite: None - Open to all students with the concurrence 

of the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor 

Physically fit, interested students are screened and counseled 

by the Air Force JROTC instructors for this course. The 

curriculum includes history of aviation, rocketry, spacecraft, 

and the aerospace community. Cadets demonstrate proficiency 

in drill and ceremony, writing skills, and public speaking. 

Communication skills, problem solving, human relations, 

stress management, substance abuse, weight management, 

CPR and first aid are covered. Self-esteem building and 

physical fitness are emphasized to develop positive habit 

patterns. NHS RHS 

Aerospace Science II 30712AS2 


Prerequisite: Aerospace Science I and Algebra I, Part 1 

Aerospace Science III 30722AS3 


Prerequisite: Aerospace Science II and Algebra I 

The curriculum includes the study of manned and unmanned 

space flights, space technology, propulsion, guidance and 

control of space vehicles, international space programs, 

aerospace medicine, military defense of the United States, 

and aerospace job opportunities. Human relations, communication 

skills, logical thinking and problem solving are 

further developed. NHS RHS 

Aerospace Science IV 30722AS4 


Prerequisite: Aerospace Science III 

Advanced leadership training serves as the capstone of the 

program. Cadets organize the activities and leadership 

structure for the entire corps, schedule staff meetings, and 

give briefings to the corps and instructors. In the advanced 

communications portion, cadets prepare lessons and present 

classroom instruction to their peers. NHS RHS 

The curriculum of Air Force JROTC I is extended to the theory 

of aircraft flight, propulsion systems for aircraft, navigation, 

civil aviation, the US Armed Forces, and the aerospace 

industry and research. Included in this course is a study of 

the knowledge and abilities for competent participation in 

squadron drill and larger formations. Basic math skills are 

critical. NHS RHS 

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MATHEMATICS 

Calculators 

All high school level mathematics courses will require the use of a graphing calculator. Students should have either a TI-83+ 

or a TI-84+ graphing calculator to use outside of class. 

Introductory Mathematics 20202 

ESL Introductory Mathematics 20202E 



Note: This course is not available to students who have 

passed Algebra I or Integrated Algebra/Geometry I 

Introductory Mathematics is designed for students who need 

additional preparation before entering Algebra I or Integrated 

Algebra/Geometry I. It provides students a survey of preparatory 

topics for high school mathematics, including the foundations 

for high school algebra and geometry. Appropriate 

technology, from manipulatives to calculators, will be used 

regularly for instruction and assessment. 

JHS RHS SHS NHS 

Consumer Mathematics 20632CM 


Prerequisite: Algebra I or Integrated Algebra/Geometry II 

Note: This course is not recognized for a North Carolina 

Scholar’s Diploma. 

This course emphasizes applying mathematical knowledge 

and algebraic thinking to make wise consumer decisions. 

Topics include transportation, consumer credit, banking, 

housing, budgeting, taxation, and insurance. 


Technical Mathematics I 20152 


Prerequisite: Algebra I (Level 2 or Low 

Level III in Algebra I) 

Technical Mathematics I is designed for students who need 

additional preparation before entering Geometry. It provides 

students a survey of preparatory topics for high school mathematics, 

including the foundation for high school algebra and 

geometry. Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to 

calculators, will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. 

HHS 

Technical Mathematics II 20172 


Prerequisite: Technical Math I or Geometry (Level 2 

or Low Level III in Geometry) 

Technical Mathematics II is designed for students who need 

additional preparation before entering Algebra II, or they 

can stop their high school math pathway here (if the student 

entered high school before the 2009-2010 school year). It 

provides students a survey of preparatory topics for high 

school mathematics, including the foundations for high 

school algebra and geometry. Appropriate technology, from 

manipulatives to calculators, will be used regularly for instruction 

and assessment. HHS 

Algebra I 20232 

ESL Algebra I 20232E 



Note: All students in this class take the Algebra I End-of- 

Course Test. 

This course continues the study of algebraic concepts. Topics 

include polynomials and matrices, creation and application 

of linear functions and relations, algebraic representations 

of geometric relationships and an introduction to nonlinear 

functions. Students will be expected to describe and 

translate among graphic, algebraic, numeric, tabular and 

verbal representation of relations and use those representations 

to solve problems. Appropriate technology from 

manipulatives to calculators and application software, will 

be used regularly for instruction and assessment. 

DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS HNT SSE CMA 

Geometry 20302 

Honors Geometry 20305 


Prerequisite: Algebra I or IAG I and II 

Note: All students in this class take the Geometry End-of- 

Course Test. 

Geometry continues students’ study of geometric concepts 

building upon middle school topics. Students will move 

from an inductive approach to deductive methods of proof 

in their study of two– and three– dimensional geometric 

figures. Reasoning skills will be emphasized and students 

will broaden their use of the coordinate plane. Appropriate 

technology, from manipulatives to calculators and graphics 

software, will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. 

DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS MCHS HNT 

SSE CMA 

MATHEMATICS 

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MATHEMATICS 

Algebra II 20242 

Honors Algebra II 20245 


Prerequisites: Algebra I and 

Geometry/Honors Geometry 

Note: All students in this class take the Algebra II End-of- 

Course Test. 

Algebra II continues students’ study of advanced algebraic 

concepts including functions, polynomials, rational expressions, 

systems of functions and inequalities, and matrices. 

Students will be expected to describe and translate among 

graphic, algebraic, numeric, tabular, and verbal representations 

of relationships and use those representations to solve 

problems. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications 

and modeling. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS MCHS 

HNT SSE CMA 

Advanced Functions and Modeling 20252 


Prerequisite: Algebra II/Honors Algebra II 

or IAG III/Honors IAG III 

Note: AFM is not an honors level course. 

Advanced Functions and Modeling provides students an indepth 

study of modeling and applying functions. Home, 

work, recreation, consumer issues, public policy, and scientific 

investigations are just a few of the areas from which 

applications originate. Appropriate technology, from 

manipulatives to calculators and graphics software, will be 

used regularly for instruction and assessment. HHS JHS 

NHS RHS SHS ECHS MCHS CMA HNT 

Discrete Mathematics 20502 

Honors Discrete Mathematics 20505 


Prerequisite: Algebra II/Honors Algebra II 

or IAG III/Honors IAG III 

Discrete Mathematics introduces students to the mathematics 

of networks, social choice, and decision making. The course 

extends students’ application of matrix arithmetic and probability. 

Applications and modeling are central to this course of 

study. Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to calculators 

and application software, will be used regularly for 

instruction and assessment. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS HNT 

Advanced Placement Statistics 20657 


Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or 

IAG IV/Honors IAG IV 

Note: All students in this class take the AP Statistics Exam. 

AP Statistics introduces students to the major concepts and 

tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from 

data. Students will observe patterns and departure from patterns, 

decide what and how to measure, produce models using 

probability and simulation, and confirm models. Appropriate 

technology, from manipulatives to calculators and applications 

software, will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. 


Integrated Algebra/Geometry IV 20542 

Honors Integrated Algebra/Geometry IV 20545 


Prerequisite: IAG III/Honors IAG III 

IAG IV provides students an advanced study of trigonometry, 

functions, analytic geometry and data analysis with a problem 

-centered, connected approach in preparation for college-level 

mathematics. Applications and modeling will be included 

throughout the course of study. Appropriate technology, 

from manipulatives to calculators and application software, 

will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. 

JHS 

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Pre-Calculus 20705 


Prerequisite: Algebra II/Honors Algebra II or 

IAG III/Honors IAG III 

Note: Pre-Calculus is an honors level course.. 

Pre-Calculus provides students an honors level study of 

trigonometry, advanced functions, analytic geometry, and 

data analysis in preparation for calculus. Applications and 

modeling will be included throughout the course of study. 

Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to calculators 

and application software, will be used regularly for instruction 

and assessment. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS ECHS 

CMA HNT 

Calculus 20735 

Honors Calculus 20735HNS 


Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or 

IAG IV/Honors IAG IV 

This course includes introductory college level work in calculus. 

It is expected but not required that honors Calculus 

students will continue to AP Calculus AB the following 

semester. HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Advanced Placement Calculus AB 20767 


Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus, IAG IV, 

or Honors IAG IV 

Note: All students in this class take the AP Calculus AB 

Exam. It is recommended that students who enroll in this 

course have completed or are enrolled in Physics I. At least 

a C average in Pre-Calculus or IAG IV is recommended. 

This course emphasizes introductory calculus with elementary 

functions. Topics include properties of functions, limits, 

derivatives and their applications, techniques of integration, 

the definite integral, and applications of the integral. 

DSA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS HNT 

Advanced Placement Calculus BC 20777 


Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus 

or Honors IAG IV 

Note: All students in this class take the AP Calculus BC Exam. 

It is recommended that students who enroll have completed 

or are enrolled in Physics I. At least a B average in 

Pre-Calculus or Honors IAG IV is recommended. 

This course is intended for students who have a thorough 

knowledge of analytic geometry and elementary functions in 

addition to college preparatory algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. 

Calculus BC covers the topics of Calculus AB. In 

addition, sequences and series and elementary differential 

equations are covered in Calculus BC. JHS NHS RHS 

Mathematics SAT Prep I 95102 


Prerequisite: Algebra I, IAG II 

/Honors IAG II 

Note: This is an elective mathematics course. 

This elective math course serves as a bridge course for students 

who have taken IAG II or Algebra I and desire more 

preparation before entering a higher level mathematics 

course. The course will emphasize algebraic thinking and 

algebra concepts found on college entrance exams. NHS 

SHS 

Mathematics SAT Prep II 95102SP2 


Prerequisite: Geometry/Honors Geometry, 

IAG III/Honors IAG III 

Note: This is an elective mathematics course. 

This elective math course serves as a bridge course for students 

who have taken IAG III or geometry and desire more 

preparation before entering a higher level mathematics 

course. The course will emphasize geometric thinking and 

geometry concepts found on college entrance exams. NHS 

SHS 

MATHEMATICS 

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COMPUTER SCIENCE 

MATHEMATICS 

Computer Programming I 25042 


Prerequisite: Algebra I or Integrated Math II. 

First semester provides an introductory programming course 

emphasizing basic programming tools and structures: variables, 

constants, looping structures (recursion, sub-programs, 

parameter binding) and various program designs (modular 

and top-down design). Second semester covers advanced 

data structures: records, one-dimensional and multidimensional 

arrays. It also covers binary files, text files and 

the use of units for the creation of multi-file programs. Topics 

from first semester are enhanced. JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Advanced Placement Computer Science 

25087 


Prerequisite: Demonstration of computer competencies 

Note: All students in this class are required to take the AP 

Computer Science Exam. 

This is an intense course in computer programming that 

requires reading and writing actual code in JAVA. A complete 

course description can be obtained via http:// 

www.collegeboard.com/ap/students/compsci/. Topics include 

programming methodology, basic language (JAVA) 

features, classes and structs, data structures and algorithms. 

HNT JHS NHS RHS 

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SCIENCE 

Standard Biology I 30202 

Honors Biology I 30205 


Prerequisite: Honors level only-students 

must have completed or be enrolled in 

Geometry or Integrated Algebra/Geometry II 

Note: All students in this course will take the North Carolina 

End-of-Course test for biology. This is an exit standard 

course which means students must score a level 3 or 4 in 

order to receive a high school diploma. The standard level is 

not recommended for first year ninth graders. THE HONORS 

LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS WEIGHTED +1. All 

honors level courses require independent research. 

This is a survey of biology which includes the history/ 

development of biology, biochemistry, cellular biology, physiology, 

genetics, organisms, life processes / systems, and a 

study of ecological relationships through laboratory work, 

process skills, and problem solving. CMA DSA ECHS HHS 

HNT JHS MCHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

Biological Sciences 

Botany 30282 


For elective credit only—does not meet 

the biology science graduation requirement 

Prerequisite: Biology, Earth/Env, and a physical science 

This course covers both plant anatomy and physiology 

through extensive use of hands-on activities. Students will 

spend considerable time in the greenhouse while learning 

soil preparation, seed germination, transplanting, and proper 

care for a variety of plants. RHS 

Anatomy and Physiology 30232 

Honors Anatomy and Physiology 30235 


For elective credit only-does not meet 

biological science graduation requirement 


SCIENCE—BIOLOGICAL 

Biology II 30212 

Honors Biology II 30215 


Prerequisites: Biology I and Chemistry I 

Note: Students may choose to take the AP exam. THE HON- 

ORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS WEIGHTED +1. 

All honors level courses require independent research. 

This course is for students who have a high aptitude for the 

biological sciences and have had high success in Biology I 

and Chemistry I. It is an in-depth study of biology and lab 

work, process skills, and problem solving. 

Advanced Placement Biology II 30217 



Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +2 . 

This course is for students who have a high aptitude for the 

biological sciences. It requires an in-depth study of all topics 

in biology and is taught at the pace of a first-year college 

course. Students are required to do independent study and 

research. Laboratory investigations (AP labs), process skills, 

critical thinking, and problem solving are integral components. 

DSA HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Note: It is strongly recommended that students have completed 

or be enrolled in Chemistry I. THE HONORS LEVEL 

IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS WEIGHTED +1. All honors 

level courses require independent research. 

This course provides students pursuing careers in health 

fields with an in-depth investigation of the structures and 

functions of the human body. Students use a college-level 

textbook to supplement class lectures, critical thinking activities, 

and some animal dissections. CMA HHS HNT JHS 

NHS RHS 

Forensic Science 30802FS 



the biology science graduation requirement 

Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry 

Forensic science is the application of scientific methods to 

the criminal investigation and justice system. This course 

will cover crime scene investigation, trace evidence, fingerprints, 

DNA, determining time of death, forensic anthropology, 

documentation analysis, forensic psychology, and various 

other crime and lab detection methods. CMA JHS 

NHS HNT 

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SCIENCE—BIOLOGICAL 

Honors Molecular Biology 30805MB 



the biology graduation requirement 

Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +1. All honors level 

courses require independent research. 

This course is an inquiry based laboratory course focusing on 

DNA structure and function, colony transformation, purification 

and identification of plasmids, transformation of recombinant 

DNA, restriction analysis, and bacterial cultures. CMA 

HNT RHS 

Marine Science 30442 



a science graduation requirement 


This course is designed for students who are interested in 

learning about the world’s oceans and its inhabitants. It will 

review some basic biological and ecological concepts. Students 

will be introduced to general aspects of marine biology, 

including physical and chemical properties of the 

oceans, marine zones and communities, a survey of marine 

organism diversity, relationships between humans and the 

sea, and careers in marine science. HNT JHS 

Honors Scientific Research and Methodology 

30805SRM 



the biology graduation requirement 


Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +1 All honors level 

courses require independent research. 

This course is for students who have a high aptitude in the 

sciences. It requires an in-depth study of science topics and is 

taught at the pace of a first-year college course. Students are 

required to do independent study and research. Instruction 

includes current methods for scientific research and experimental 

design, laboratory investigations, process skills, critical 

thinking, and problem solving as integral components. 

JHS RHS 

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Physical Science 

Physical Science 30102 


Prerequisite: Students should have successfully 

completed or be concurrently enrolled in 

Algebra I or Integrated Algebra/Geometry I 

Note: All students in this course will take the North Carolina 

End-of-Course test in physical science. 

This course is a quantitative study of matter and energy and 

their interactions in areas such as mechanics, optics, heat, 

electricity, magnetism, sound, radiation, and the chemical 

structure, composition, and changes in matter. It requires 

skill in using mathematical formulas and equations. Laboratory 

work, process skills, and problem solving are integral. 

CMA DSA ECHS HHS JHS MCHS NHS RHS SHS 

Physics I 30602 

Honors Physics I 30605 


Prerequisite: Students should have completed 

or be enrolled in Algebra II or 

Integrated Algebra/Geometry III 


WEIGHTED +1. It is recommended that students enrolling 

in the honors level have successfully completed Algebra II or 

its equivalent. All honors level courses require independent 

research. 

Through a focus on laboratory testing of ideas and strong 

quantitative analysis, this course covers the major topics of 

kinematics, dynamics, electricity, wave theory, and light. 

The honors level is more rigorous with an emphasis on problem 

solving, process skills, laboratory work, outside reading, 

research, and application of concepts to contemporary problems. 

CMA DSA HHS HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

Physics II 30612 

Honors Physics II 30615 


Prerequisite: Physics I 

Note: Students may or may not choose to take the AP exam. 

THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS 

WEIGHTED +1. All honors level courses require independent 

research. 

This course is for students who want to pursue a career in the 

biological or physical sciences. It includes in-depth treatment 

of mechanics, dynamics, electricity, wave theory, and light. 

Process skills and problem solving are integral. 

Advanced Placement Physics II 30617 


Prerequisites: Physics I and concurrent enrollment 

in Calculus are recommended 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +2. High success in 

previous science courses is highly recommended. 

This course is heavily mathematical. This course includes 

in-depth treatment of rectilinear, circular, and simple harmonic 

motion; modern physics and light theory; and electricity 

and magnetism. Laboratory work, process skills, and 

problem solving are integral. JHS NHS RHS 

Chemistry I 30502 

Honors Chemistry I 30505 


Prerequisites: Students must have completed 

or be enrolled in Algebra II or 

Integrated Algebra/Geometry III 

Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS WEIGHTED +1 It is recommended 

that students enrolling in honors chemistry have 

successfully completed Algebra II or its equivalent. All 

honors level courses require independent research. 

This is a quantitative course requiring laboratory work, process 

skills, and problem-solving. It includes measurement, 

chemical equations, reactions, stoichiometry, periodic table, 

atomic theory, molecular chemistry, kinetic theory, gas 

laws, solutions, and acid-base behavior. CMA DSA ECHS 

HHS HNT JHS MCHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

Chemistry II 30512 

Honors Chemistry II 30515 


Prerequisite: Chemistry I 

Note: Students may choose to take the AP exam. THE 

HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND IS 

WEIGHTED +1. All honors level courses require independent 

research. 

Modeled after freshman college chemistry, this course is for 

students who want to pursue a career in the biological or 

physical sciences. It includes in-depth treatment of molecular 

structure, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. 

Advanced Placement Chemistry II 30517CS 


Prerequisite: Chemistry I 

(High success in previous science 

courses is highly recommended) 


This course is for students who want to pursue a career in 

the biological or physical sciences. The course will include 

an in-depth study of molecular structure, reaction kinetics, 

thermodynamics, and equilibrium. DSA JHS HNT NHS 

RHS SHS 

SCIENCE—PHYSICAL 

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Earth / Environmental Science 

SCIENCE—EARTH/ENVIRONMENTAL 

Earth/Environmental Science 30382 

Honors Earth/Environmental Science 30385 


. 


WEIGHTED +1 All honors level courses require independent 

research. 

This course investigates the four main branches of earth science-geology, 

meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography, 

and incorporates the concepts needed for students to achieve 

a greater understanding of the environment and the interrelationships 

of living organisms to their physical environment. 

Laboratory activities and fieldwork show the relationships 

between these branches to produce a clear picture of the 

earth, its physical and living environments, and how people 

both affect and are affected by the environment. CMA DSA 

ECHS HHS HNT JHS MCHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

Advanced Placement Environmental Science 

30427 




The course focuses on the inter-relatedness of organisms and 

their environment through field, laboratory, library, Internet, 

and classroom work. The second part of the course has a 

strong emphasis on humans and their impact on the environment. 

HHS HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS 

Astronomy 30702 

Honors Astronomy 30705 



earth/environmental science graduation requirement 

Prerequisite: Geometry or 

Integrated Algebra/Geometry II 

Note: THE HONORS LEVEL OF THIS COURSE IS 

WEIGHTED +1. It is more rigorous and incorporates more 

mathematical concepts. All honors level courses require 

independent research. 

This course provides laboratory experiences and a number 

of evening observation sessions. Topics include Newtonian 

and Keplerian laws, instruments, the nature of radiation, the 

solar system, evolution, physics, and chemistry of the universe 

and its constituents. HNT JHS NHS RHS 

Meteorology 

30402MET 



earth/environmental science graduation requirement 


This course takes an in-depth look at the physical characteristics 

of the earth’s atmosphere, including weather, structure, 

and air quality. Students learn through daily weather 

observations using local media and digital weather instruments 

located on campus. Specific topics of study include 

tropical weather, El Nino, and climate change. RHS 

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SOCIAL STUDIES 

Requirements 

Three units of social studies are required for graduation and must include (1) World History, (2) Civics and 

Economics, and (3) U.S. History. Other social studies classes count as additional requirements for the N.C. 

Scholars diploma or electives toward graduation. U.S. Government and Economics are not alternatives for 

Civics and Economics. 

International Relations 40062 


Prerequisite: Completion of U.S. History 

Students examine political systems, 20 th and 21 st century 

nationalism, human rights, the global economy, population 

issues, terrorism, and other international topics of interest. 

Emphasis is on discussion of events as they are unfolding 

with examination of historical roots. JHS NHS RHS 

Minority Studies 40092 


Prerequisite: Completion of World History 

This course is an exploratory course designed to expose 

students to the history and culture of minorities in the United 

States. The course offers interdisciplinary study in the 

humanities, arts, and sciences. The objectives are centered 

around creating a learning environment that encourages 

appreciation of the history and culture of minorities in 

America as well as destroying myths and stereotypes as 

they relate to people of minority ancestry while concentrating 

on the economic, psychological, and social situation of 

minorities in America past and present. DSA JHS NHS 

RHS 

Independent Study in Social Studies 40102 


Note: Prior approval must be obtained before registering 

for a course that is not offered in your school. 

Introduction to Western Philosophy 

40102IWP 


Prerequisite: Classification as a junior or senior 

This course is intended to be an introduction to the ideas 

and thinkers that have shaped the development of Western 

intellectual history. The course will follow a chronological 

rather than a topical approach to philosophical inquiry in 

order to cover as many philosophers and ideas as possible. 

Tremendous self-drive will be expected from the students 

as the course will demand studious reading, research, reflection, 

discussion, debate, and presentation, much of 

which must go on outside the allotted class time. Students 

will be expected to analyze both primary and secondary 

sources in an effort to develop higher level thinking skills. 

NHS 

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African-American Studies 40112 

Credit: 1unit 

Prerequisite: Completion of Civics and Economics 

This course is designed to emphasize the significant contributions 

to the economic, political, social, and cultural development 

of African-Americans in the United States. Through 

this course, students discover how African-Americans have 

always been an integral part of the American experience. 

African-American history is taught within the broader context 

of United States history. CMA HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

United States History 40212 


Prerequisites: Completion of World History 

and Civics and Economics Recommended 

Note: This course is designed for juniors. There is a state 

End of Course Test. This course is a requirement for graduation. 

This course follows the North Carolina Standard Course of 

Study for United States History and is designed as a survey 

course to be a continuation of Civics and Economics. It centers 

on the economic and political developments, social and 

cultural trends, domestic and foreign policies, and important 

personalities and events that have shaped the United States. 

This course begins with the administration of George Washington 

and continues through to the present. Student learning 

goes beyond memorization of isolated facts to the development 

of higher level thinking skills through the use of primary 

sources, encouraging students to make historical assessments 

and evaluations. CMA DSA ECHS HHS JHS MCHS 

NHS RHS SHS 

Honors United States History 40215 


Prerequisites: Completion of World History 

and Civics and Economics Recommended 


WEIGHTED +1. 

Course work is designed to extend learning and provide opportunities 

for students to participate in a more in-depth exploration 

of the Standard Course of Study. A more challenging 

version of the United States History course, this class will 

require students to take on additional responsibility for their 

own learning through more active participation in problem 

solving, critical analysis, scholarly discussion and debate, as 

well as interpretation of primary and secondary source material. 

Students can expect to devote additional time and effort 

to their learning through extended applications of course 

content . CMA ECHS HHS HNT JHS MCHS NHS RHS SHS 

SSE 

SOCIAL STUDIES


ESL United States History 40212E 


Prerequisite: Completion of World 

History and Civics and Economics Recommended 

Note: This class is designed for Novice-to Intermediate-Level 

Limited English Proficient students. Special attention will be 

paid to developing students’ reading, writing, listening, and 

speaking skills in English while teaching the course material. 

JHS 

Advanced Placement United States History 

40217 


Prerequisites: Completion of World 

History and Civics and Economics Recommended 

Note: THIS COURSE PROVIDES AN INTENSIVE, COL- 

LEGE-LEVEL SURVEY OF UNITED STATES HISTORY 

AND IS WEIGHTED +2. Students are REQUIRED to take 

the AP U.S. History Exam. 

In addition to covering the North Carolina Standard Course 

of Study for US History, this course also meets the College 

Board’s standards for an AP course. According to the College 

Board, ―the AP program in United States history is designed 

to provide students with the analytical skills and factual 

knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and 

materials of United States history.‖ This course is designed 

to be the equivalent of a college level course for which students 

may, depending on the AP Exam score, receive college 

credit. The course will prepare students to read a variety of 

historical documents and interpretations of U.S. history, write 

essay responses to document based questions, and prepare 

them to take the AP Exam. CMA DSA HHS HNT JHS NHS 

RHS SHS SSE 

Advanced Placement European History 40237 


Prerequisite: Completion of United States History 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +2. Students are RE- 

QUIRED to take the AP European History Exam. An 85 

average in Honors or AP U.S. History is recommended for 

students who take this course. It is a reading and writing 

intensive course. The grading scale is based on college level 

expectations. 

This course is equivalent to college level European History 

from 1450 to the present. It is a reading and writing intensive 

course that examines the cultural, economic, political, and 

social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping 

the world. The course lays the foundation for understanding 

the development of contemporary institutions, the role of 

conflict and continuity in present-day society and politics, 

and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and 

intellectual discourse. This course is designed to meet the 

College Board’s rigorous standards for an AP class and be the 

equivalent of a college level course for which students may, 

depending on the AP Exam score, receive college credit. 

DSA JHS NHS RHS SHS 

World History 40242 



Note: This course is designed for freshmen. This course is a 

requirement for graduation. 

This is a survey course that follows the North Carolina 

Standard Course of Study for World History to give students 

the opportunity to explore recurring themes of the human 

experience common to civilizations around the globe from 

ancient to contemporary times. Students broaden their historical 

perspectives as they explore ways societies have dealt 

with continuity and change, exemplified by issues such as 

war and peace, internal stability and strife, and the development 

of institutions. To become informed citizens, students 

require knowledge of the civilizations that have shaped the 

development of the United States. This course provides the 

foundation that enables students to acquire this knowledge 

which will be used in the study of Civics and Economics, and 

United States History. CMA DSA ECHS HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS 

ESL World History 40242E 



Note: This course is designed for Novice-to Intermediatelevel 

Limited English Proficient students. Special attention 

will be paid to developing students’ reading, writing, listening, 

and speaking skills in English while teaching the course 

material. JHS RHS 

Honors World History 40245 



Note: THE HONORS LEVEL IS MORE RIGOROUS AND 

WEIGHTED +1. 


for students to participate in more in-depth exploration 

of the Standard Course of Study. A more challenging 

version of the World History survey course, this class will 

require students to take on additional responsibility for their 

own learning through more active participation in problem 

solving, critical analysis, scholarly discussion and debate, as 

well as interpretation of primary and secondary source materials. 

Students can expect to devote additional time and effort 

to their learning through extended applications of course 

content. CMA DSA HHS HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

Note: At Hillside High School, Honors World History is 

World History MYP and a part of the IB program. 

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Advanced Placement World History 40247 



Note: THIS COURSE PROVIDES AN INTENSIVE, COL- 

LEGE-LEVEL SURVEY OF WORLD HISTORY AND IS 

WEIGHTED +2. Students are REQUIRED to take the AP 

World History Exam. 

In addition to covering the North Carolina Standard 

Course of Study for World History, this course meets the 

College Board’s standards for an AP course. According to 

College Board, ―The purpose of the AP World History 

course is to develop greater understanding of the evolution 

of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different 

types of human societies.‖ This course is designed to be 

the equivalent of a college level course for which students 

may, depending on the AP Exam score, receive college 

credit. The course will prepare students to read a variety of 

historical documents and interpretations of World History, 

write essay responses to document based questions, and 

prepare them to take the AP Exam. DSA HNT 

Advanced Placement U.S. Government and 

Politics 40427GP 



Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +2. STUDENTS 

ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE THE AP EXAM. 

This course provides an analytical perspective on government 

and politics in the United States. It involves both general 

concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis 

of specific case studies. Familiarity with the various institutions, 

groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. political 

reality is required. Topics include public policy, civil rights 

and civil liberties, as well as political beliefs and behaviors. 

The grading scale is based on college expectations. HHS 

HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS 


Advanced Placement Human Geography 

40327 




REQUIRED to take the AP Exam. The course provides an 

intensive, college-level study with an emphasis on research 

and writing. 

This course emphasizes the importance of geography as a 

field of inquiry. It shows how the discipline has evolved 

into the study of diverse peoples and areas organized around 

a set of concepts. Geographic concepts emphasized 

throughout the course are location, space, scale, pattern, 

regionalization, and place. Students learn how to use and 

make maps. They also learn to apply mathematical formulas, 

models, and qualitative data to geographical concepts. 

A significant outcome of the course is students’ awareness 

of the relevance of academic geography to everyday life and 

decision making. This course is designed to meet the College 

Board’s rigorous standards for an AP class and be the 

equivalent of a college level course for which students may, 

depending on the AP Exam score, receive college credit. 


Contemporary Law and Justice 40432LJ 




Study and is a practical study in the legal, judicial, law enforcement, 

and correctional systems of the United States. 

Students focus on legal principles and the laws and procedures 

derived from them. They examine relevant examples 

of civil and criminal laws, law enforcement methods, court 

procedures, and corrective justice. Students will acquire 

information through direct observation of local courts and 

law enforcement practices, interviews with local and state 

officials, and visits to correctional facilities. HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS 

Civics and Economics 40522 



History Recommended 

Note: This course is designed for sophomores. This course 

is a requirement for graduation. There is a state End-of- 

Course test. 


Study for Civics and Economics to allow students to acquire 

the skills and knowledge necessary to become responsible 

and effective citizens in an interdependent world. It contains 

units on early United States History while also covering 

American government and economics with a focus on 

essential U.S. founding documents. Students will gain a 

practical understanding of legal, political, and economic 

systems that affect their lives as consumers and citizens. 

The course also serves as a foundation for United States 

History to maintain continuity and build a historical perspective. 

CMA DSA ECHS HHS JHS NHS RHS SHS 

ESL Civics and Economics 40522E 




Note: This class is designed for Novice-to Intermediate- 

Level Limited English Proficient students. Special attention 

will be paid to developing students’ reading, writing, listening, 

and speaking skills in English while teaching the course 

material. JHS NHS RHS SHS 

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Honors Civics and Economics 40525 





WEIGHTED +1. 


for students to participate in a more in-depth exploration 

of the Standard Course of Study. A more challenging version of 

the Civics and Economics course, this class will require students 

to take on additional responsibility for their own learning 

through more active participation in problem solving, critical 

analysis, scholarly discussion and debate, as well as interpretation 

of primary and secondary source material. Students can 

expect to devote additional time and effort to their learning 

through extended applications of course content. CMA DSA 

JHS HNT MCHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

At Hillside High School, Honors Civics and Economics is Civics 

and Economics MYP and a part of the IB program. 

Sociology 40602 




Study and is designed to give students the tools necessary to 

concentrate on the systematic study of human society and human 

interaction. Students will develop a sociological imagination 

in which they will observe the connections between their 

personal lives within society, as well as public policy issues. 

Using observation, the scientific method, and cross-cultural 

examination, students will discover how patterns of behavior 

develop, culture is learned, and social predictions are made. 

NHS RHS SHS 

Poverty in America 40612PA 



Poverty in America is a course designed to inform students of 

the history, causes, and effects of poverty in the United States, 

and the role that poverty plays in American society today. Emphasis 

will be placed on the development of analytical thinking, 

reading, and writing skills, in addition to the building of a strong 

foundation of factual knowledge. In addition to the text, students 

will utilize numerous sources, including text and film, to 

help build a well-rounded understanding of poverty in the United 

States. JHS 

World Religions 40652 


Prerequisite: Completion of World History 

Note: The course is designed to follow DPS Board Policy 3030. 

This is a survey course that introduces the basic perspectives 

and practices of major world religious traditions. Topics include 

Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Confucianism, 

Taoism, and Islam. The course will also explore the impact 

of these religions on society. Upon completion, students 

should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices 

of the religions studied. JHS NHS RHS 

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Psychology 40802 




Study and engages students in the understanding, articulation, 

and dissemination of psychology as a science. Students 

are introduced to psychology, with a focus on the scientific 

study of human development, learning, motivation, 

and personality. It emphasizes the empirical examination of 

behavior and mental processes and it infuses perspectives 

fostering students’ growth, development, and understanding 

of cultural diversity. Students acquire information from a 

variety of sources, use information as they make decisions 

and evaluations, and solve problems. The course enables 

students to examine intelligence and creativity, altered state 

of consciousness, stress, mental illness and psychotherapy, 

community resources that develop good mental health, testing 

and research methods, and adjustment in society. HHS 


Advanced Placement Psychology 40807 




REQUIRED to take the AP Exam. 

This is a reading intensive systematic and scientific study of 

the behavior and mental processes of human beings and 

other animals. Students explore the psychological facts, 

principles, and phenomena of the major sub fields, and the 

methods psychologists use in their science and practice. This 

course is designed to meet the College Board’s rigorous 

standards for an AP class and be the equivalent of a college 

level course for which students may, depending on the AP 

Exam score, receive college credit. CMA DSA HHS JHS 

NHS RHS SHS 

U.S. History Since 1945 40902H45 



This course is designed as a college-style seminar course for 

juniors and seniors. The course examines the social history 

of the United States since 1945. The content of the course 

will be arranged both chronologically and thematically. The 

course builds on students’ knowledge gained during the 

required survey class and structures in-depth analysis of 

recent social history. Special attention will be given to the 

civil rights movement, the women’s liberation movement, 

and the Chicano movement. (NOTE: This course does not 

fulfill the graduation requirement for U.S. History.) RHS 

World Geography 



This course is a study of people, places and environment 

from a physical and cultural perspective. Students will explore 

the various regions of the world and gain a greater 

understanding of how people interact with their physical 

environment as well as how the environment shapes culture 

and influences the development of civilizations. Using texts, 

globes, maps, charts, and variety of other resources students 

will gain a greater understanding of the diverse communities 

around the globe. CMA HNT

WORLD LANGUAGES 

The main goal of modern world languages education is to help students develop the ability to communicate with 

speakers of another language. To achieve this goal, students need to use the language in a variety of real-life, 

meaningful, and culturally accurate situations designed to promote relevant communication. Nearly exclusive use 

of the target language by teachers and students at all levels of instruction is highly recommended. 

Levels I and II should be taken during the same academic year or as an uninterrupted sequence. Students are encouraged 

to pursue the study of one or more languages from beginning to advanced levels. Information regarding 

Advanced Placement language exams, SAT language exams, and national language exams is available from foreign 

language teachers and school counselors. 

French I 10412 



Honors French III 10435 


Prerequisite: French II 


This course is an introduction to the study of the target language 

and its culture. Students perform the most basic functions 

of the language and become familiar with some elements 

of its culture. The emphasis is placed on the development 

of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and 

writing within a given context, extending outside of the classroom 

setting when possible. The context focuses on the students' 

lives and experiences, and includes an exposure to 

everyday customs and lifestyles. Grammar is integrated 

throughout the course. There is a general introduction to the 

culture, including aspects of its literature, laws, foods, games, 

perspectives, attitudes, values, beliefs, and patterns of social 

interaction. Students acquire some insight into how languages 

and cultures work by comparing the target language 

and culture(s) to their own. DSA HHS, JHS NHS RHS SHS 

French II 10422 


Prerequisite: French I 

Students enrolled in this course have successfully completed 

the Level I course at the high school or the middle school. 

This course provides students with opportunities to continue 

the development of their listening, speaking, reading, and 

writing skills. Students participate in simple conversational 

situations by combining and recombining learned elements of 

the language orally and in writing. They are able to satisfy 

basic survival needs, and interact on issues of everyday life in 

the present time and past time, inside and outside of the classroom 

setting. They compose related sentences, which narrate, 

describe, compare, and summarize familiar topics from the 

target culture. Focus is placed on understanding main ideas. 

They develop a better understanding of the similarities and 

differences between cultures and languages, and they examine 

the influence of beliefs and values on the target culture(s). 




high school Levels I and II courses. This course provides 

students with additional opportunities to expand their listening, 

speaking, reading, and writing skills as they create with 

the language, and as they access short literary texts, authentic 

materials, and media on generally familiar topics. Students 

satisfy limited communication and social interaction 

demands, as well as initiate and maintain face-to-face communication. 

They identify main ideas and significant details 

in discussions, presentations, and written texts within a cultural 

context, read and interpret authentic materials, narrate 

and describe in sentences, groups of related sentences, and 

short cohesive passages in present, past, and future time, and 

compose messages, announcements, personal notes, and 

advertisements. They continue to refine their knowledge 

and understanding of the target language and culture(s) by 

examining the interrelationship of other cultures to their 

own language, by demonstrating behaviors appropriate in 

target cultures, and by applying their knowledge and skills 

inside and outside of the classroom setting. DSA HHS JHS 

NHS RHS SHS 

Honors French IV 10445 



Prerequisite: French III 


Level III. A major focus of this course is to enable students 

to communicate in writing and in extended conversations on 

a variety of topics. Students begin to narrate, discuss, and 

support fairly complex ideas and concepts using concrete 

facts and topics in a variety of times. They satisfy routine 

social demands and meet most social requirements. Another 

emphasis of this course is on culture and literature. Short 

stories, poetry, excerpts from various periods of literature, 

current events, and authentic materials are included. Emphasis 

is placed on independent reading. Finer points of grammar 

are studied to aid oral and written communication. 

There is more in-depth study of target cultures and their 

influence throughout the world. Students are able to connect 

the target language to other disciplines and can compare it to 

their own. Finally, they are able to use the language inside 

and outside of the classroom setting. DSA HHS JHS NHS 

RHS SHS. 

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Honors French V 10455 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHTED +1 


Prerequisite: French IV 

French V students are expected to have mastered all major 

concepts presented in French IV. They should already have a 

good command of French grammar and vocabulary, and have 

competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. 

Major grammatical concepts are reviewed for mastery, and 

there is increased emphasis on reading and discussing original 

documents. Students should be in the final stages of their 

secondary school training and will have substantial course 

work in the language. DSA JHS RHS 

Advanced Placement French Language 10457 


Prerequisite: French IV 


French AP Language students are expected to have mastered 

all major concepts presented in French IV. They should already 

have a good command of French grammar and vocabulary, 

and have competence in listening, reading, speaking, 

and writing. Major grammatical concepts are reviewed for 

mastery, and there is increased emphasis on reading and discussing 

original documents. There is substantial emphasis 

and time spent on preparation for the Advanced Placement 

Examination which is required. DSA JHS RHS 

Spanish I 10512 








writing within a given context, extending outside of the classroom 









and culture(s) to their own. CMA DSA EC HHS HNT JHS 

NHS PLC RHS SHS SSE 

Spanish II 10522 


Prerequisite: Spanish I 

Students enrolled in this course have either successfully 

completed the Level I course at the high school or the middle 

school. This course provides students with opportunities 

to continue the development of their listening, speaking, 

reading, and writing skills. Students participate in simple 

conversational situations by combining and recombining 

learned elements of the language orally and in writing. They 

are able to satisfy basic survival needs, and interact on issues 

of everyday life in the present time and past time, inside 

and outside of the classroom setting. They compose 

related sentences, which narrate, describe, compare, and 

summarize familiar topics from the target culture. Focus is 

placed on understanding main ideas. They develop a better 

understanding of the similarities and differences between 

cultures and languages, and they examine the influence of 

the beliefs and values on the target culture(s). CMA DSA 

EC HHS HNT JHS NHS PLC RHS SHS SSE 

Honors Spanish III 10535 



Prerequisite: Spanish II 


high school levels I and II courses. This course provides 


















inside and outside of the classroom setting. CMA DSA 

HHS HNT JHS NHS RHS SHS SSE 

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Honors Spanish IV 10545 



Prerequisite: Spanish III 



to communicate in writing and in extended conversations on a 

variety of topics. Students begin to narrate, discuss, and support 

fairly complex ideas and concepts using concrete facts 

and topics in a variety of times. They satisfy routine social 

demands and meet most social requirements. Another emphasis 

of this course is on culture and literature. Short stories, 

poetry, excerpts from various periods of literature, current 

events, and authentic materials are included. Emphasis is 

placed on independent reading. Finer points of grammar are 

studied to aid oral and written communication. There is more 

in-depth study of target cultures and their influence throughout 

the world. Students are able to connect the target language 

to other disciplines and can compare it to their own. 

Finally, they are able to use the language inside and outside 

of the classroom setting. CMA DSA HHS HNT JHS NHS 

RHS SHS SSE 

Advanced Placement Spanish Language 10557 



Prerequisite: Spanish IV 

Spanish AP Language students are expected to have mastered 

all major concepts presented in Spanish IV. They should 

already have a good command of Spanish grammar and vocabulary, 


and writing. Major grammatical concepts are reviewed 

for mastery, and there is increased emphasis on reading and 

discussing original documents. There is substantial emphasis 


Examination which is required. DSA JHS RHS 

Honors Spanish V 10555 

Note: THIS COURSE IS WEIGHED +1 


Prerequisite: Spanish IV 

Spanish V students are expected to have mastered all major 

concepts presented in Spanish IV. They should already have 

a good command of Spanish grammar and vocabulary, and 

have competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. 

Major grammatical concepts are reviewed for mastery, and 

there is increased emphasis on reading and discussing original 

documents. Students should be in the final stages of their 

secondary school training and will have had substantial 

course work in the language. HHS NHS 

Advanced Placement Spanish Literature 

10557SL 


Prerequisite: AP Spanish Language 


Spanish AP Literature students are expected to have mastered 

the advanced language skills of AP Spanish Language. Students 

gain proficiency in reading and comprehension of the 

authentic texts, and learn to formulate and express critical 

opinions and judgments in the target language. Emphasis is 

placed on the acquisition of the techniques of literary analysis, 

as well as vocabulary of critical terms, in order to facilitate 

the class discussion and essay writing in the target language, 

both of which are important components of the course. 

DSA RHS 

German I 10602 








writing within a given context extending outside of the classroom 









and culture(s) to their own. NHS 

German II 10612 


Prerequisite: German I 


the Level I course at the high school or the middle school. 

This course provides students with opportunities to continue 

the development of their listening, speaking, reading, and 

writing skills. Students participate in simple conversational 

situations by combining and recombining learned elements of 

the language orally and in writing. They are able to satisfy 

basic survival needs, and interact on issues of everyday life in 

the present time and past time, inside and outside of the classroom 

setting. They compose related sentences, which narrate, 

describe, compare, and summarize familiar topics from the 

target culture. Focus is placed on understanding main ideas. 

They develop a better understanding of the similarities and 

differences between cultures and languages, and they examine 

the influence of the beliefs and values on the target culture(s). 

NHS 


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Honors German III 10625 



Prerequisite: German II 


high school levels I and II courses. This course provides 


















inside and outside of the classroom setting. NHS 

Honors German IV 10635 



Prerequisite: German III 



to communicate in writing and in extended conversations on 

a variety of topics. Students begin to narrate, discuss, and 

support fairly complex ideas and concepts using concrete 

facts and topics in a variety of times. They satisfy routine 

social demands and meet most social requirements. Another 

emphasis of this course is on culture and literature. Short 

stories, poetry, excerpts from various periods of literature, 

current events, and authentic materials are included. Emphasis 

is placed on independent reading. Finer points of grammar 

are studied to aid oral and written communication. 

There is more in-depth study of target cultures and their 

influence throughout the world. Students are able to connect 

the target language to other disciplines and can compare it to 

their own. Finally, they are able to use the language inside 

and outside of the classroom setting. NHS 

Honors German V 10645 



Prerequisite: German IV 

Continued study of masterpieces of German literature. Students 

will review grammar to support comprehension, write 

essays, and improve their conversation skills. NHS 

Advanced Placement German Language 

10647 


Prerequisite: German V 


German AP Language students are expected to have mastered 

all major concepts presented in German IV. They should 

already have a good command of German grammar and vocabulary, 


and writing. Major grammatical concepts are reviewed 

for mastery, and there is increased emphasis on reading and 

discussing original documents. There is substantial emphasis 


Examination which is required. NHS 

Latin I 10802 



Latin I is an introduction to the study of the Latin language 

and Greco-Roman culture.. It encourages students to learn 

basic functions of the language, become familiar with some 

elements of its culture, and increase their understanding of 

English. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills in 

reading and comprehension of adapted Latin texts. Integration 

of other disciplines, with special emphasis on English 

Language Arts, is ongoing throughout the course. HHS NHS 

RHS 

Latin II 10812 


Prerequisite: Latin I 

Students enrolled in Latin II have successfully completed 

Latin I. This course continues the study of the Latin language 

and Greco-Roman culture. Students learn more complex 

functions of the language, become familiar with an increasing 

number of elements of the culture, and improve their understanding 

of English. Emphasis is placed on the development 

of skills in reading and comprehension of adapted Latin texts. 

Integration of other disciplines, with special emphasis on 

English Language Arts, is ongoing throughout the course. 

HHS JHS NHS RHS 

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Honors Latin III 10825 



Prerequisite: Latin II 

Students enrolled in Latin III have successfully completed 

Latin I and II. This course focuses on advanced Latin grammar 

skills. It also introduces the study of Latin literature and 

emphasizes the process of reading authentic Latin texts. Students 

continue to refine their knowledge and understanding of 

the Greco-Roman, and their own culture by examining the 

interrelationship of these cultures, and applying their 

knowledge and skills inside and outside the classroom setting. 

Integration of other disciplines, with special emphasis on 

English Language Arts, is ongoing throughout the course. 

HHS NHS RHS 

American Sign Language I 10952 



This course is an introduction to the study of American Sign 

Language and its Deaf culture. Students perform the most 

basic functions of the language and become familiar with 

some elements of its culture. The emphasis is placed on the 

development of the three skills of expressive, receptive, and 

written language within a given context extending outside of 

the classroom setting when possible. The context focuses on 

the students' lives and experiences, and includes an exposure 

to Deaf cultural norms. Grammar is integrated throughout 

the course. There is a general introduction to the culture, 

including aspects of its literature, games, perspectives, attitudes, 

values, beliefs, and patterns of social interaction. 

Students acquire some insight into how languages and cultures 

work by comparing the target language and culture to 

their own. JHS 


Advanced Placement Latin: Vergil 10837V6 


Prerequisite for each course: Latin III 


The objective of this course is to prepare the student for the 

AP Vergil exam. The syllabus is based on an in-depth study 

of Vergil’s epic the Aeneid. In addition to excellent skills in 

translation and interpretation of Latin poetry, the student is 

asked to demonstrate a familiarity with Early Roman History 

and with the major events that led to the downfall of the Republic 

and the reign of Augustus. The selected excerpts from 

the Aeneid are based on the syllabus published by the AP 

College Board. NHS RHS 

Honors Latin IV 10835 



Prerequisite: Latin III 

Students enrolled in Latin IV have successfully completed 

Latin III. A major focus of Level IV Latin is on the reading 

of authentic Latin texts with grammar taught in the context of 

the readings. Emphasis is placed on figures of speech, analysis, 

and essay writing. There is more in-depth study of the 

Greco-Roman culture and its influence throughout the world, 

as well as the student’s own culture. Students are able to connect 

the Latin language to other disciplines and compare it to 

their own language. HHS NHS RHS 

American Sign Language II 10962 


Prerequisite: ASL I 


ASL I. This course provides students with opportunities to 

continue the development of their expressive, receptive, and 

written language skills. Students participate in simple conversational 

situations by combining and recombining 

learned elements of the language. They are able to satisfy 

basic survival needs, and interact on issues of everyday life 

in the present time and past time, inside and outside of the 

classroom setting. They compose related sentences which 

narrate, describe, compare, and summarize familiar topics 

from the target culture. Focus is placed on understanding 

main ideas. They develop a better understanding of the 

similarities and differences between cultures and languages, 

and they examine the influence of beliefs and values on the 

target culture. JHS 

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Honors American Sign Language III 10975SL 


Prerequisite: ASL II 



ASL II. This course provides students with additional opportunities 

to expand their expressive, receptive, and written language 

skills as they create with the language, and as they access 

short literary texts, authentic materials, and media on generally 

familiar topics. Students satisfy limited communication and 

social interaction demands, as well as initiate and maintain faceto-face 

communication. They identify main ideas and significant 

details in discussions, presentations, and written texts within 

a cultural context. They read and interpret authentic materials, 

narrate and describe in sentences, groups of related sentences, 

and short cohesive passages in present, past, and future time, 

and compose messages, announcements, personal notes, and 

advertisements. They continue to refine their knowledge and 

understanding of the target language and culture by examining 

the interrelationship of other cultures to their own, by demonstrating 

behaviors appropriate in target cultures, and by applying 

their knowledge and skills inside and outside of the classroom 

setting. 

Honors American Sign Language IV 10985SL 



Prerequisite: ASL III 


Level III. A major focus of this course is to enable students to 

communicate in extended conversations on a variety of topics. 

Students begin to narrate, discuss, and support fairly complex 

ideas and concepts using concrete facts and topics in a variety of 

times. They satisfy routine social demands and meet most social 

requirements. Another emphasis of this course is on culture and 

literature. Short stories, poetry, excerpts from various periods of 

literature, current events, and authentic materials are included. 

Finer points of grammar are studied to enhance and expand 

expressive and receptive communication. There is more indepth 

study of the target culture and its influence throughout the 

world. Students are able to connect the target language to other 

disciplines and can compare it to their own. Finally, they are 

able to use the language inside and outside of the classroom 

setting. 

Spanish for Native Speakers I 14012 


Prerequisite: Native oral proficiency in Spanish 

This course is designed specifically for native/heritage 

speakers of Spanish who already have substantial oral 

language proficiency. The purpose of the course is to 

enable students whose heritage language is Spanish to 

develop, maintain, and enhance proficiency in Spanish 

by providing them the opportunity to listen, speak, read, 

and write in a variety of contexts and for a variety of 

audiences. These include the family, the school, and the 

immediate community. The course will allow students to 

explore the cultures of the Hispanic world and will enable 

students to gain a better understanding of the nature 

of their own language, as well as other languages to be 

acquired. The course is taught entirely in Spanish. HHS 


Spanish for Native Speakers II 14025 


Prerequisite: Native oral proficiency in Spanish 


This course is designed specifically for native/heritage 

speakers of Spanish who already have substantial oral 

language proficiency, and good reading and writing 

skills in Spanish. Students will study the Spanish language, 

Hispanic literature and cultures. The course targets 

the development of reading, writing, and speaking 

skills at an advanced academic level. The emphasis is 

on the acquisition of more extensive vocabulary, application 

of advanced grammar concepts, mastery of all 

verb tenses, journal and essay writing, literary analysis, 

and longer oral presentations. The course is taught entirely 

in Spanish. HHS JHS NHS RHS, SHS 

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Skills for Success 95202SS 

MISCELLANEOUS COURSES 

Note: The State Board of Education has mandated that schools can not give credit to students for serving as 

teacher assistants, office assistants, or guidance assistants. 


This course focuses on helping students succeed in many 

areas of teenage life. Topics include leadership development, 

self-esteem building, personal problem solving, and relationships. 

Class participation is a must. 

Media Center Assistant 95152 


Note: This course may be repeated for a total of two units of 

credit. 

American Sign Language I 10952SL 

American Sign Language II 10962SL 

American Sign Language III 10975SL 

American Sign Language IV 10985SL 


Prerequisite: English 1 

This course develops basic competence in conversational 

sign language. Other topics include the dynamics of hearing 

loss, achievements of deaf individuals and groups, telecommunication 

devices commonly used by deaf people, and 

careers related to working with the hearing-impaired. 

MISCELLANEOUS COURSES 

Students are expected to master the competencies outlined in 

the curriculum standards approved by the State Board of Education 

for the Student Library Media Assistants Program. 

Among other skills, students will demonstrate a working 

knowledge of the media center’s organization and collections, 

will learn to select and use materials and equipment for 

specific purposes, will design and/or produce instructional 

materials, and will demonstrate an understanding of computers, 

digital media and other innovative technologies and their 

application to solving relevant problems. Students provide 

support for users of the media center and its technologies. 

Computer Media Assistant 95152CMA 


Note: This course may be repeated 

for a total of two units of credit. 

This is an exciting elective for students who like computers 

and like helping others learn about them. Students are expected 

to master competencies outlined in the curriculum 

standards. In addition to integraing digital media and other 

applications and related skills, students demonstrate the use 

of the computer as a research tool, a productivity tool, and a 

communication tool. Students provide support for users of 

computer technologies. 

Advancement Via Individual Determination 

(AVID) 


Prerequisite: Application required (contact the school 

counselor for more information) 

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) 

is an elective class designed to prepare students in the 

middle for four-year colleges and universities. The 

course focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, 

reading, note-taking, and study skills. Students are 

provided with trained tutors during class, and field 

trips are taken to various places including cultural 

events, colleges, and universities. Students must commit 

to taking notes in class daily and keeping one 

binder for all of their classes. Other requirements include 

good attendance, a lack of disciplinary problems, 

and a grade point average of 2.0-3.5. Enrollment 

in this class is based upon an application process completed 

each spring. 

AVID I 95502 

AVID II 95502A2 

AVID III 95502A3 

AVID IV 95502A4 

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INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES STAFF 

Mr. Hank Hurd 

Interim Superintendent 

919 560-3716 

Mr. Chris Bennett 

Assistant Superintendent 

919 560-2597 

David Sneed 


919 560-2421 

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES 

P.O. Box 30002, Durham, NC 27702 

511 Cleveland Street, Durham, NC 27701 

Dr. Terri Mozingo 

Chief Academic Officer 

919 560-2027 

Dr. Deborah Pitman 


919 560-2554 

Eunice Sanders 


919 560-3774 

Arts Education Ms. Mary Casey, Director, 560-3721 

Career and Technical Education Mr Rick Sheldahl , Executive Director, 560-3753 

English Ms. Anna Frost, Director, 560-2951 

ESL Ms. Sashi Rayasam, Director, 560-3783 

World Languages Ms. Rosemary Simpson, Coordinator, 560-9128 

Health / PE / Athletics / Mr. Larry McDonald, Director, 560-3721 

Driver Ed. / ROTC 

Mathematics Dr. Carol White, Director, 560-2627 

Science Ms. Janet Scott, Director, 560-2598 

Social Studies Ms. Kelli Thomas, Director, 560-3917 

Advanced Academics Ms Beth Cross, Director, 560-2597 

College Access AVID Mr. James Carter, Coordinator, 560-3897 

Exceptional Children Ms. Robin Wright, Director, 560-3678 

Guidance and Counseling Dr Deb Pitman, Assistant Superintendent 560-2063 

Media Services Ms. Mary Gray Leonard, Director, 560-3704 

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Hillside High School 

3727 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707, 

School 919-560-3925, Fax 560-2312, 

Guidance 919/560-2277 

Principal: Hans Lassiter 

Jordan High School 

6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707, 

School 919-560-3912, Fax 493-2228, 

Guidance 919-560-3769 

Principal: Richard Webber 

Northern High School 

117 Tom Wilkinson Road, Durham, NC 27712, 

School 919-560-3956, Fax 479-3001, 

Guidance 919-560-3537 

Principal: John Colclough 

Riverside High School 

3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712, 

School 919-560-3965, Fax 560-3786, 

Guidance 919-560-3795 

Principal: James Key 

DIRECTORY OF HIGH SCHOOLS 

Hillside New Tech High School 

at Hillside High School 

3727 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707, 

School 919-560-9183, Fax 560- , 

Principal: Dr. William Logan 

Southern School of Engineering 

at Southern High School 

800 Clayton Road, Durham, NC 27703, 

School 919-560- , Fax 596-3878, 

Principal: Travis Taylor 

Josephine Dobbs Clement 

Early College High School 

North Carolina Central University 

712 Cecil Street, Durham, NC 27707, 

School 919-560-2696, Fax 530-5328 

Principal: Kendra O’Neal Williams 

Middle College High School 

at Durham Technical Community College 

1637 Lawson Street, Durham, NC 27707, 

Phone 919-686-3815 

Principal: Dr. Charles Nolan 

HIGH SCHOOL DIRECTORY 

Southern High School 

800 Clayton Road, Durham, NC 27703, 

School 919-560-3968, Fax 596-1951, 

Guidance 919-560-3570, fax 560-2445 

Principal: Kenneth Barnes 

Small High School Options 

City of Medicine Academy 

4100 Roxboro Rd, Durham, NC 27704, 

School 560-2001, Fax 477-3128 

Principal: Elizabeth Shearer 

Durham Performance Learning Center 

1058 West Club Blvd, Suite 675 Durham, NC 27701, 

School 919-530-9190, Fax 530-2214 

Principal: Dan Gilfort 

Holton Career and Resource Center 

401 N. Driver St, Durham, NC 27703, 

School 919-560-2219, Fax 560- , 

Principal: Gloria Woods-Weeks 

Secondary Schools 

Durham School of the Arts (6-12) 

400 N. Duke Street, Durham, NC 27701, 

School 919-560-3926, Fax 560-2217, 

Guidance 919-560-2430 

Principal: David Hawks 

Alternative Schools 

Lakeview School (6-12) 

3507 Dearborn Drive, Durham, NC 27704, 

School 919-560-2520, Fax 560-2140 

Principal: Jeffery Dockery 

Hospital School 

Duke University Medical Center, 

Box 3039 Duke South, Durham, NC 27710, 

School 919-684-5684, Fax 681-7015 

Principal: Rick Lemke 

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Durham Public Schools 

GRADUATION PLAN

Guide to Making the Move - Durham Public Schools

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