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APPLIED SCIENCE VII<br />

1 local credit<br />

APPLIED SCIENCE VIII<br />

1 local credit<br />

Grade Placement: 9 – 12<br />

Concepts in basic earth science, biology, physical science, and ecology will be presented. Students will<br />

demonstrate mastery of these concepts as determined by the ARD Committee.<br />

APPLIED ART I<br />

APPLIED ART II<br />

APPLIED MUSIC I<br />

APPLIED MUSIC II<br />

1 credit<br />

1 credit<br />

1 credit<br />

1credit<br />

VAC P.A.E.S. LAB I—IV<br />

LAB I—APPLIED CAREER PREPARATION I<br />

LAB II—APPLIED CAREER PREPARATION II<br />

LAB III—APPLIED PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS I<br />

LAB IV—APPLIED PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS II<br />

PAES operates in a simulated work environment that provides students with real knowledge that is<br />

relevant to their lives. Students are encouraged to become independent problem solvers and develop<br />

higher order thinking skills. PAES is used in High <strong>School</strong> for those students who are enrolled in Life<br />

Skills classes.<br />

There are five complete PAES Components: 1) Business/Marketing 2) Computer<br />

Technology 3) Consumer/Service 4) Construction/Industrial 5)Processing/Production<br />

GLOSSARY OF TERMS<br />

ACT: This is a nationally accepted college admissions test designed to act as one indicator of a<br />

student’s potential to be academically successful at the college level.<br />

Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee: The ARD committee is a committee established<br />

to make decisions concerning the educational placement and program of a student who qualifies for<br />

special services.<br />

Advanced Placement (AP): Advanced placement classes are college classes taken at <strong>Longview</strong> High<br />

<strong>School</strong>. Students have the option of taking AP tests for college credit. Results are scored from one to<br />

five with most colleges awarding credit for scores of three or above on AP exams. These <strong>course</strong>s offer<br />

rigorous academic challenges but are extremely rewarding for students who can meet the tough<br />

standards.<br />

Career and Technology Education (CATE): Career and Technology Education refers to a body of<br />

<strong>course</strong>s that are designed to help students identify careers and build skills necessary for success in the<br />

world of work. Students who graduate after participating in CT <strong>course</strong>s will be prepared to go directly to<br />

work, technical school, or attend two-year or four-year colleges to continue their career preparation.<br />

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