Course Descriptions - Arlington Independent School District

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTION HANDBOOK2013-2014Grades 9-12

Non-Discrimination StatementThe Arlington Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age,gender, national origin, religion or disability in educational programs, admissions / enrollment decisionsor activities which it operates, as required by Title II, Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504.Confidentiality StatementThe Arlington Independent School District, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act ("FERPA") restricts access to protected student records as required by law. Directoryinformation on students will be released upon request without a parent's consent, unless the parentelects in writing to restrict directory information. The form on which parents can indicate their electionis sent home each year.Structural Pest ControlSchools periodically apply pesticides. Information concerning these applications may be obtained bycontacting the building principals.Options and RequirementsFor Providing Assistance to Students Who Have Learning Difficulties orWho Need or May Need Special EducationIf a child is experiencing learning difficulties, the parent may contact the person listedbelow to learn about the district’s overall general education referral or screening systemfor support services. This system links students to a variety of support options,including referral for a special education evaluation. Students having difficulty in theregular classroom should be considered for tutorial, compensatory, and other supportservices that are available to all students.At any time, a parent is entitled to request an evaluation for special education services.Within a reasonable amount of time, the district must decide if the evaluation is needed.If evaluation is needed, the parent will be notified and asked to provide consent for theevaluation. The district must complete the evaluation and the report within 60 calendardays of the date the district receives the written consent. The district must give a copyof the report to the parent.If the district determines that the evaluation is not needed, the district will provide theparent with a written notice that explains why the child will not be evaluated. This writtennotice will include a statement that informs the parent of their rights if they disagree withthe district. Additionally, the notice must inform the parent how to obtain a copy of theNotice of Procedural Safeguards - Rights of Parents of Students with Disabilities.The designated person to contact regarding options for a child experiencing learningdifficulties or a referral for evaluation for special education is:Contact School Counselor (learning difficulties)orSpecial Education Services Office 682/ 867-7690

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DESCRIPTIONSGrades 9 – 122013-2014January 2013Dear Parents and Students:As you begin studying course offerings and selecting your classes for next year, we hope that you will take fulladvantage of the many opportunities available to you through the Arlington ISD. We believe that studentsmust acquire a wide range of skills in the high school setting including an understanding of history and currentevents, knowledge of the global economy, skills in the use of technology, a solid knowledge base ofmathematics and science, and a mastery of written and spoken communication. The Arlington ISD offers awide variety of courses to meet these educational needs. Classes in all subject areas are continuouslyevaluated to be sure that they are aligned with the state curriculum, state testing requirements, end of courserequirements and college entrance requirements. Each student is encouraged to study the course offeringsand carefully choose classes that will maximize vocational and career options in the 21 st century. Manyadvanced course options are available including some that provide opportunities for earning college creditwhile attending high school. Students who entered 9th grade in 2007-2008 or after must complete the 4 x 4graduation requirement that includes four math credits and four science credits on the Recommended andDistinguished Achievement Graduation Plans.The information presented in this booklet is designed to assist students in planning high school aswell as post-graduation careers. Students are urged to consult with parents, teachers, and counselorsregarding course offerings and career plans.Note: Elective courses are offered as a result of student demand. If there is insufficient enrollment for acourse, or highly qualified teachers are not available to teach the course, the course will not be offered andalternative selections will have to be made.Registration takes place in the spring for the following school year. Students will receive specific instructionsduring that time from a high school counselor and will select specific courses with parent approval. Counselorswill verify that student course choices meet graduation requirements. The responsibility for selectingappropriate career and graduation plans rests with students and their parents.Any questions regarding courses, graduation requirements, or scheduling should be referred to the schoolcounseling offices.Sincerely,Evan SmithExecutive Director, Secondary Instruction

TABLE OF CONTENTSGraduation Requirements and Programs ............................................................. 2 - 3Course Sequences ............................................................................................... 4 - 5Portrait of a Graduate ................................................................................................ 6General Information and Policies ........................................................................ 7 - 11Methods of Marking ................................................................................................. 12Grading, GPA Exempt Option. ................................................................................. 13Rank in Class ........................................................................................................... 14Alternate Methods of Earning Credit ................................................................ 15 – 16General Information on Advanced Placement Courses ........................................... 17Pre-AP and AP Expectations of Enrollment.18Permission to Withdraw from Pre-AP and AP Classes. ........................................... 19Special Schools: Venture School, Newcomer Center, Summer School .................. 20Test-Taking Tactics and Study Hints ................................................................ 21 - 22College Entrance Information .................................................................................. 23Technology Applications .......................................................................................... 24Fine Arts. .......................................................................................................... 25 - 29Languages Other Than English ........................................................................ 29 - 33Language Arts................................................................................................... 33 - 38Mathematics ..................................................................................................... 38 - 40Physical Education ............................................................................................ 40 - 41Health ...................................................................................................................... 41Science ............................................................................................................. 42 - 45Social Studies ................................................................................................... 45 - 48Aerospace Science ................................................................................................. .49Special Education ............................................................................................. 50 - 55Leadership, AVID, Summer Only, and Non-Credit Courses ............................. 56 - 57Career and Technology Education ................................................................... 58 - 71

AISD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLSArlington High School818 W Park Row Drive 76013682-867-8100Jennifer Young, PrincipalMartin High School4501 W. Pleasant Ridge Rd. 76016682-867-8600Marlene Roddy, PrincipalSeguin High School7001 Silo Road 76002682-867-6700Michael Hill, PrincipalBowie High School2101 Highbank Drive 76018682-867-4400Michelle Wilmoth-Senato, PrincipalNewcomer Center701 E. Arbrook Blvd. 76014682-867-7100Mark Strand, PrincipalTurning Point High School5618 W Arkansas Lane 76016682-867-3000Erma Nichols, PrincipalLamar High School1400 Lamar Blvd. W. 76012682-867-8300Dr. Larry Harmon, PrincipalSam Houston High School2000 Sam Houston Dr. 76014682-867-8200Fernando Benavides, PrincipalVenture School4900 W. Arkansas Lane 76016682-867-6400Beverley McReynolds, PrincipalAISD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLSBailey Junior High School2411 Winewood Street 76013682-867-0700Tiffany Benavides, PrincipalFerguson Junior High School600 S.E. Green Oaks Blvd. 76018682-867-1600Ben Bholan, PrincipalOusley Junior High School950 S.E. Parkway 76018682-867-5700Lora Thurston, PrincipalBarnett Junior High School2101 E. Sublett Rd. 76018682-867-5000Dion Varnado, PrincipalGunn Junior High School3000 S. Fielder Road 76015682-867-5400Shahveer Dhalla, PrincipalShackelford Junior High School2000 N. Fielder Road 76012682-867-3600Andrew Hagman, PrincipalBoles Junior High School3900 Green Oaks Blvd. SW 76017682-867-8000Jeff Provence, PrincipalHutcheson Junior High School2101 Browning Drive 76010682-867-2400David Tapia, PrincipalWorkman Junior High School701 E. Arbrook Blvd. 76014682-867-1200Kelvin Stroy, PrincipalCarter Junior High School701 Tharp Street 76010682-867-1700Sam Nix, PrincipalNichols Junior High School2201 Ascension Blvd. 76006682-867-2600Sandra Knox, PrincipalYoung Junior High School3200 Woodside Drive 76016682-867-3400Kelly Hastings, PrincipalTurning Point Junior High School2209 N. Davis Drive 76012682-867-3050Linda Williams, Principal1

CURRENT STATE OF TEXAS AND AISD OPTIONS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS LISTED ARE FOR STUDENTS WHO ENTERED 9TH GRADE IN 2010-2011, OR AFTERCurriculum AreaAISD High School ProgramRequired Number of CreditsRecommended HighSchool Program (RHSP)Required Number of CreditsDistinguishedAchievement HS ProgramRequired Number of CreditsEnglish 4 4 (No substitutions) 4 (No substitutions)Math (see notes below) 3 Including Algebra Iand Geometry.4 Including Algebra I,Geometry and Algebra II4 Including: Algebra I,Geometry, and Algebra IIScience (see notes below) 3* (Biology and IPC) 4** (Bio., Chem., Physics) 4*** (Bio., Chem., Physics)Social Studies 4 World Geog., World Hist.,U.S. History, Gov./ Eco.4 World Geog.,World Hist.,U.S. History, Gov./ Eco.4 World Geog.,World Hist.,U.S. History, Gov./ Eco.Health 0.5 0.5 0.5Physical Education 1.5 1.5 1.5Technology Applications 1~ 1~ 1~(see notes below)Communication Applications 0.5 0.5 0.5Fine Arts 1 (Beginning 9 th Gr. 2010-2011) 1 1Languages Other than English 0 2 (Same language) 3 (Same language)Electives (State approved list) 5.5# 3.5# 2.5#Total Number of Credits 24 26 26 Math: All the courses available for the 4th math credit (except Mathematical Models with Applications) have Algebra II as aprerequisite and must be selected from the following:Mathematical Models with Application (prior to Algebra II and only RHSP)IB Mathematical StudiesIndependent Study in MathematicsPrecalculusIB Mathematics Standard LevelAP Computer Science (only RHSP) AP Calculus AB IB Mathematics Higher LevelConcurrent enrollment in college math AP Calculus BC IB Adv. Mathematics Standard LevelAP Statistics* Science: May substitute Chemistry and Physics for Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC).** Science: Must be Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and a 4 th science credit. Students must choose credits from the following areas.Not more than one credit may be chosen from each of the areas to satisfy this requirement.A - IPC B- Chemistry C- PhysicsIntegrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) Chemistry, PAP Chemistry, or Physics, Principles of Technology,IB ChemistryPAP Physics, or IB PhysicsIPC cannot be taken as the final or fourth year of science. IPC may count on the Recommended Plan if it is taken before Chemistryand Physics. The 4 th science credit may be selected from the following:AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics BIB Biology IB Chemistry AP Physics CAstronomy Environmental Systems IB PhysicsAquatic Science AP Environmental Science IB Environmental SystemsEarth and Space ScienceScientific Research and Design Medical Microbiology PathophysiologyAnatomy and Physiology of Human SystemsPrinciples of Technology I Principles of Technology II EngineeringOr Concurrent enrollment in college science courses.*** Science: Must consist of a Biology credit (Biology, AP Biology, or IB Biology), a Chemistry credit (Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or IBChemistry), a Physics credit (Physics, AP Physics, or IB Physics, and not including IPC or Principles of Technology) and anadditional laboratory-based science credit selected from the BOLDED science courses above.~ Technology Applications: Computer proficiency may include a variety of the following technology application courses(AISD courses are underlined.)Tech Apps TEKS Courses: Business Education TEKS Courses: Technology Education TEKS Courses:Computer Science Computer Information Applications Concepts of Engineering & TechnologyDesign and Media Production Advanced Computer Information App. Computer Applications in IndustryWebb DesignIndependent Study in Tech. App Business Web Technologies PhotographyAdvanced PhotographyAnimationIntroduction to Engineering DesignAudio Video Production# Electives: 2.5 additional elective credits may be earned in P.E. (total of 4 credits in P.E.)Additionally, students must pass TAKS Exit Level that will be administered during the junior year in order to receive a high schooldiploma.2

HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS(State Transcript Seals)AISD High School Program .......................................................................................................................... 24 creditsRecommended High School Program .......................................................................................................... 26 creditsDistinguished Achievement Program ............................................................................................................ 26 creditsRecommended High School ProgramStudents entering the ninth grade in the 2004-05 school year and thereafter must enroll in the courses necessary tocomplete the curriculum requirements identified by the State Board for the Recommended or Advanced High SchoolProgram unless the student, the student's parent or other person standing in parental relation to the student, and a schoolcounselor or school administrator agree that the student should be permitted to take courses under the Minimum HighSchool Program. Education Code 28.025(b) EIF (Legal)Please Note: All students will have computer keyboarding and technology application skills as well as verbal/written communicationskills upon graduation as noted in the Portrait of a Graduate in this handbook. As students select elective courses, career goals should be considered. Please refer to Career Pathways in thishandbook.SAMPLE SCHEDULE OF COURSES FOR RECOMMENDED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMIn the State Recommended High School Program, the credits form a "core" curriculum and must be followed exactly.Credits allow flexibility based on student interest. Students may earn more than 26 credits to better prepare themselves forthe technological world of work or college.ElectiveDistinguished Achievement Program requires students to complete the following:All required courses for the Recommended High School ProgramLevel I, II, and III of the same foreign languageFour advanced measures in any combination: Original research/project (can be no more than two of the four measures) which is:a) judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project; orb) conducted under the direction of mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience; andc) related to the required curriculum set forth in 19 TAQC 74.1 (relating to Essential Knowledgeand Skills) A score of three or above on The College Board Advanced Placement or a score of four or aboveon an International Baccalaureate examinationGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 121. English II1. English III2. Geometry (Pre-AP Alg. II) 2. Algebra II (Pre-AP3. Chemistry or BiologyPrecalculus)(IPC)3. Physics (Chemistry)4. World History4. U.S. History5. P.E. or P.E. Sub/Health 5. Elective6. Foreign Language II 6. Elective or Foreign Lang7. Fine Arts7. Elective8. Elective8. Elective1. English I2. Algebra I (Pre-AP Geom.)3. Biology (IntegratedPhysics & Chemistry)4. World Geography5. P.E.6. Foreign Language I7. Technology Applications8. Communication Applic./1. English IV2. Precalculus(AP Calculus)3. Advance Science4. U.S. Govt./Economics5. Elective6. Elective7. Elective8. ElectiveA score on the PSAT that qualifies for recognition as (only one may count)a) a Commended Scholar or higher by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation;b) as part of the National Hispanic Scholar Program of the College Board, orc) as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding Negro Students ofthe National Merit Scholarship Corporation. A grade of 3.0 or higher on courses that count for college creditPersonal Graduation PlanSenate Bill 1108, passed during the 78th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, mandates a school principaldesignate a guidance counselor, teacher, or other appropriate individual to develop and implement a personal graduationplan for each student in junior high, middle school, or high school who does not perform satisfactorily on an assessmentinstrument administered under Texas Education Code, Chapter 39, Subchapter B, or who is not likely to receive a highschool diploma before the fifth school year following the student's enrollment in grade 9 (as determined by the district)(TEC §28.0212). A Personal Graduation Plan is developed for all secondary students in the Arlington ISD.3

Recommended Sequence for MATHEMATICS 9-12(Check Prerequisites in Course Descriptions)ON-LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradeAlgebra I Geometry Algebra II-Regular PrecalculusInd. Study MathABOVE GRADE LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT9th Grade* 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradePre AP Geometry Pre AP Algebra II Pre AP Precalculus AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP StatisticsInd. Study-Math/CalculusInd. Study Math*Pre-AP Algebra I - (8) will have been taken in 8th gradeRecommended Sequence for SOCIAL STUDIES 9-12(Check Prerequisites in Course Descriptions)ON-LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradeWorld Geography World History U. S. History Government & EconomicsABOVE GRADE LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT9th Grade* 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradePre-AP World Geography AP World HistoryAP Human Geography(elective)AP U. S. HistoryAP US GovernmentAP Macro EconomicsAP ComparativeGovernment (elective)AP Psychology (elective)Recommended Sequence for SCIENCE 9-12(Check Prerequisites in Course Descriptions)ON-LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT*9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradeAP BiologyIntegratedPhysics & Chemistry Biology Chemistry PhysicsBiologyChemistryAP ChemistryAP Environmental Sci.PhysicsPrinciples of TechnologyChemistryAP Physics BAP Physics CChemistry*Students planning to enroll in college should take biology, chemistry and physics.Be sure to check the entrance requirements of the college you plan to attend.ABOVE GRADE LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT: Advanced science students must have strong mathematics skills, indicated byenrollment in advanced math courses.9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradeAP Physics BPre-AP Biology Pre-AP Chemistry Pre-AP Physics* AP Physics CAP Chemistry |AP BiologyAP Environmental Sci.*Students can be concurrently enrolled in Pre-AP Physics and another science course.4

Recommended Sequence for High School ESL StudentsImmigrant ESL Students with TELPAS composite score of Beginning or Intermediate9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th gradeEnglish I SOL English II SOL English III English IVmay bemay be doubled-blockeddouble-blockedwithwithEnglish IEnglish IIAny ESL student regardless of immigrant status, with a TELPAS composite score of Advanced or Advanced High9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12 GradeEnglish I English II English III English IVNote: ALL ESL students will be scheduled with an English or ESOL teacher who is either ESL certified or trainedin Sheltered Instruction.The Texas English Language Assessment System (TELPAS) provides annual results as follows:TELPAS COMPOSITE PROFICIENCY LEVELS• Level 1 (Beginning): Little or no ability• Level 2 (Intermediate): Some ability, simple language structure, high frequency vocabulary,routine contexts• Level 3 (Advanced): Grade appropriate, with support• Level 4 (Advanced high): Grade appropriate with minimal supportU.S. Born ESL Student regardless of TELPAS scores:English I English II English III English IVWith a teacher that has been trained on ESL and/Sheltered Instruction methodology.5

PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATEWHAT ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE SHOULDEVERY ARLINGTON ISD GRADUATE HAVE?TECHNOLOGY SKILLS – The graduate should possess a variety of technologicalskills upon leaving high school.• demonstrate computer proficiency• use the Internet and various types of technological equipmentFOUNDATION SKILLS – The graduate should leave high school with a strongfoundation in basic skills.• read and comprehend information• communicate ideas through speech and the written word• perform real-world mathematical tasks• listen effectively• follow oral and written directions• practice positive problem solving skills in all areas of lifeLIFE SKILLS/WORK ETHICS – The graduate should finish high school with a realisticview of the world and with the necessary skills to function in the real world.• exhibit quality and pride in projects and tasks• set goals and achieve them• function as a lifelong learner• develop physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle• practice integrity• demonstrate a clear understanding of real-world finance related to banking, taxes,and credit• organize and prioritize information using critical thinking skills• contribute talents to the community through volunteerismINTERPERSONAL SKILLS – The graduate should acquire the necessaryinterpersonal skills to function appropriately with individuals and groups.• work cooperatively with others and respect authority• demonstrate cultural awareness and respect for diversity• use conflict resolution skills• work with a positive attitude• take responsibility for oneself6

GENERAL INFORMATION AND POLICIESADMISSIONA student enrolling in the district for the first time must be accompanied by parent(s) and must provide satisfactoryevidence of required immunizations.To complete admission, the following demographic information is vital: student’s social security number, verified homeaddress, home phone, father's name, birth date, place of business and work phone, mother's name, birth date, place ofbusiness and work phone, and a friend or relative's phone number in case of emergency.CLASSIFICATION CREDITSStudents are classified according to the number of credits they have earned. Required classification credits are listedbelow.Tenth Grade 6 creditsEleventh Grade 12 creditsTwelfth Grade 18 creditsReclassifications are made only at the beginning of each school year except for certain situations outlined in AISD BoardPolicy EIE.SUBJECT LOAD FOR STUDENTSStudents in grades 9, 10, and 11 will be required to take eight classes each semester in a block schedule.Students in grade 12 who have passed Exit Level TAKS will be required to take six classes each semester in a blockschedule. Seniors who have not passed Exit Level TAKS must take eight classes.Students may only drop courses without penalty within the end of the first grading period, if an alternate class can bescheduled or for seniors scheduled for more than six classes. After the end of the first grading period, a grade of “F” isrecorded and will be reflected on the student's Grade Point Average, (G.P.A.). Students cannot add a course for creditafter the first three weeks of the first grading period of each semester. Seniors that are failing core subjects(English, Math, Science, Social Studies) after the first three weeks of the semester may drop the course and add a coursein the same core subject. The student will be allowed to drop the course without penalty.TUTORIALSTutorial sessions are conducted on each high school campus by individual teachers. Tutoring is normally availableimmediately before or after school. Students who need extra help with their studies or who are unable to achievesatisfactorily should avail themselves of this opportunity. Parents should encourage students to attend tutorial sessionswhen the need exists.AUDITINGIn rare instances, a principal may allow a student to audit a course with the recommendation of the teacher and thecounselor. Students will receive a grade in audited courses each six-weeks. The grade does not affect GPA or counttoward graduation credit, but if it is below 70, the student will be ineligible for extracurricular activities.THE SCHOOL DAY (Subject to Change)The school day for students in all senior high schools of Arlington is 7:35 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.The schedule of classes and activities within this time period may vary from school to school. Class periods in the seniorhigh schools vary slightly in length with most being 90 minutes, and approximately five minutes is allowed for changingclasses. Certain school activities do not fall into the pattern of the standard day because they occur periodically rather thandaily. Provision is made within the total school program for tutorials, assemblies, fire and emergency drills, etc.7

ATTENDANCEThe senior high schools will offer each student the specified number of state-mandated days of instruction during theschool year. A student must attend a minimum of 90% of the class days to receive credit. (Senate Bill 1)Redemptive measures, as outlined in the AISD Student Code of Conduct Book, may be applied. If a student must beabsent, a parent or legal guardian should call the student's assistant principal the day of the absence to inform the schoolof the reason the student is out.Each day is important to a student’s mental, emotional, and psychological development. There is a continuity of purposedeveloped between the first day of instruction and the last day of instruction. A successful senior high school career is builton regular and conscientious school attendance. Habit is a very important factor in the matter of attendance. Make sure todevelop the habit of attendance rather than the habit of non-attendance!Regular school attendance involves three-way cooperation between the student, the parent, and the school. A parent’spermission for a student to violate the school’s policies or approval of the violation after it has been done does not legalizethe action.TARDIESThe school regards punctuality as essential to the successful operation of a learning program. Persistent tardiness eitherto school or to individual classes causes distractions and interruptions of class work, which are detrimental to the studentinvolved and to classmates. Tardiness to school in the morning must be cleared by the student with the student's assistantprincipal before a tardy permit will be issued, allowing the student to enter a class. A written statement by the parentexplaining unavoidable tardiness will be an aid in handling individual cases. Tardiness to individual classes is handled bythe teacher of the class involved. If a student is detained in a class, he or she should secure a written statement from theteacher to give to the teacher of the next class.MAKING UP WORK MISSEDAn excused absence is given for illness, severe family emergency or death in the family. Parent’s permission does notnecessarily mean that the school will be able to excuse the absence. Excessive days or three consecutive days of illnesscould require a physician’s statement. An excused absence entitles the student to an opportunity to make up the workmissed. It is the student’s responsibility to secure assignments upon return to school and make up work missed. Parentsof secondary students may call the school to get assignments while the student is still out by 8:45 a.m. and can expect theirassignments to be available between 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. the following day. Failure to hand in such work within areasonable time will mean a zero for that assignment. A reasonable length of time is considered to be one day for eachday absent. {Policy EIAB (Local)}WITHDRAWALA student withdrawing from school should make the necessary arrangements one day in advance through the office wherehe or she will be given a Withdrawal Form containing necessary information for re-entry. A transcript will be forwarded tothe school to which the student is to be transferred upon request by the receiving school. A student who does not have aWithdrawal Form should not expect to enter another school without considerable loss of time and trouble to all concerned.When a student is withdrawing from school, the parent should either accompany the student or send a written statementrequesting withdrawal. Teachers cannot be interrupted during class for this process.TEXTBOOKSBooks used in the schools are furnished free of charge by the State of Texas. At the beginning of the term, these statebooks are issued and assigned to the student. At the end of the term, the student must return them in good condition. Thestudent must pay for lost, damaged, or unreturned textbooks. Refusing payment for lost textbooks may result in denial ofprovided textbooks.EXAMINATIONSWritten examinations will be given in all courses at the end of each semester. These exams will be averaged in as 1/7 ofthe semester grade. No early exams are given. Students who miss exams due to absence may make them up after examday if the absence is excused. Six-week examinations may be given sometime during the last part of the fifth week orduring the sixth week of each six-week reporting period.8

HOMEWORKA part of class may be set aside for individual study and work under the supervision of the teacher who can, during thattime, help individual students with their particular weaknesses and observe the study and work habits of all students in theclass. Home study is often a continuation after school hours of this supervised study time within the class itself. Theamount of home study necessary may vary from time to time.PROPER STUDENT DRESSAll students must wear clothing suitable to schoolroom situations. See the Dress Code in the Student Code of ConductBook.ANNOUNCEMENTSOnly approved announcements, selling, or soliciting for non-school activities are permitted on school property.STUDENT FEESUpon receipt by the district of reliable proof that a student and his or her parent or guardian are unable to pay a fee ordeposit required by the school, such fee or deposit shall be waived. Such student and his or her parent or guardian mustpresent evidence of their inability to pay to the principal who shall determine eligibility for a fee waiver. {Policy FP(Local)}PROGRAMS DESIGNED FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED STUDENTSThe Arlington secondary schools provide curriculum offerings for students with special talents and abilities. Counselors oneach campus aid these students in assessing their strengths and weaknesses and in determining their goals as they selecttheir courses each year.In addition to Pre-Advanced Placement courses in grades nine through twelve, some junior and senior level courses arealso college-level classes that prepare the students for the Advanced Placement examinations given by the College Board.Students who earn a 3 or higher on AP exam are eligible to earn course credit at most colleges.Advanced Placement courses offered in the Arlington schools include Advanced Placement Calculus, Statistics, English,Biology, Chemistry, Physics, European History, Human Geography, Macroeconomics, Psychology, United StatesGovernment and Politics, Comparative Government and Politics, United States History, World History, Computer Science,Music Theory, Studio Art, and foreign languages.The Pre AP and AP courses offered at the high school level seek to provide the more academically talented students withopportunities for creative thinking and problem solving. In English, the students enroll in Pre-Advanced Placementcourses in grades nine and ten and in Advanced Placement at the junior and senior levels. Pre-Advanced Placementmathematics is an accelerated program which allows the student to take Algebra I at the junior high level and Geometry,Algebra II, Precalculus, and AP Calculus and/or AP Statistics in high school.For the science and social studies-oriented student, the junior high curriculum includes Pre-AP Science I and Pre-APScience II. The senior high curriculum offers Pre-AP and AP classes in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics and APEnvironmental Sciences. The Social Studies curriculum includes Pre-AP Texas History and Pre-AP US History. At thehigh school level, students may enroll I Pre-AP World Geography and AP social studies courses.Junior High students have the opportunity to enroll in Level 1 of some foreign languages. At the high school level, Pre-APand AP courses are offered in American Sign Language, French, German, Latin and Spanish. A fourth year is offered ifenrollment justifies.The goal of the Pre-AP/AP program is to challenge and stimulate students to the highest level of their abilities.Consequently, quality of work rather than quantity of work is emphasized.9

FINE ARTSThe actual practice of the arts can engage the imagination, foster flexible ways of thinking, develop disciplined effort, andbuild self-confidence. Appreciation of the arts is integral to the understanding of other cultures sought in the study ofhistory, foreign language, and social sciences. Fine arts will permanently enhance quality of life, whether the studentcontinues artistic activity as an avocation or appreciation of the arts as an observer and member of an audience.Preparation in the arts will be valuable to college entrants whatever their intended field of study.CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONCareer and technology education provides competency-based applied learning which contributes to academic knowledge,higher order thinking skills, problem solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, and occupationally-specificskills needed for success in the workplace or in post-secondary education. Various types of programs are offered:laboratory program classes, cooperative (on-the-job training) classes, and a variety of courses centered upon technology.In the laboratory classes, the student learns both technical and practical occupational information in a one or multipleperiod class. In addition the student is enrolled in the required academic classes for his grade level. Most of the courses inthe laboratory program are available to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students.In the cooperative training classes, the student learns the technically related information about specific occupations in aone period class. Related job skills are learned three or four hours each day in a job in the community for which thestudent receives a salary. The required academic classes for the grade level are also taken by the student. Thecooperative training program is available to students in the 11th and/or 12th grades who are 16 years of age or older. Thestudent must have a social security card. Interested students must complete an application for the program of choice in thespring prior to the fall term in which they expect to enroll. Final student selection for each program is made by the teacherof that program.The major concern of technology education is the interaction of people, society, and technology. Activities providesituations where students actively learn by being directly involved in the use of tools, machines, materials, and processes.Technology education offers opportunities for students to engage in learning activities relevant to their future roles asmembers of an industrial technical society with an emphasis on the high technology, which is utilized in industry.SHELTERED COURSESSheltered courses are available at secondary schools in Arlington. Schools may offer sheltered history, math, science, orEnglish. The same content is taught in these courses; however, the teacher is trained in ESL strategies andaccommodates the students based on their level of language proficiency. Sheltered courses are available to limitedEnglish proficient (LEP) students that are in the English as a Second Language (ESL) program or to some students thathave exited the ESL program.COMPREHENSIVE SPECIAL EDUCATIONSpecial education services are available on the campus of each secondary school in Arlington. Students attend classes inthe Special Education resource room or receive supportive services in the Mastery Assistance Center as designated by thestudent's Individual Educational Plan. Emphasis in classes is placed upon remediation of learning deficits, teachingfunctional academic skills, and promoting the development of social, pre-vocational, and vocational skills that insuresuccessful integration into the community and the world of work.A graduation plan is developed through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee for each student receivingspecial education services. There are two options available for students with disabilities to earn graduation. Option one isdesignated for students who meet state graduation credit requirements and who pass all parts of the TAKS. Option twospecifies that students must achieve goals and objectives identified in their Individual Education Plan (IEP). Students whobenefit from a curriculum which emphasizes functional academics, everyday living skills, and vocational competencies earncredit toward graduation in the Vocational Adjustment Class program. Students in this program work each day during thejunior and senior years.The special education program maintains records on students who are currently receiving special education services orwho have received special education services during the preceding seven-year period. These records are located on theschool campus and the special education Special Services Office at 1204 W. Arkansas Lane.10

The Special Services Office telephone number is 682-867-7690. The special education department observes federal andstate regulations and local policies pertaining to the confidentiality of student records. Parents (or an eligible student 18years or older) may inspect and review records at any time. School officials with a legitimate educational interest haveaccess to student records. The parents of a student with a disability must give written consent before that student'srecords can be seen by someone not involved in the student's education.CLUBS AND ACTIVITIESStudents are encouraged to participate in the activities offered by such clubs as FFA, FBLA, foreign language clubs,Student Councils, Peer Assistance Leadership (PALS), other content area activities, band, athletics, etc.DRUGS AND ALCOHOLThe Arlington Independent School District is making a concerted effort to be a drug-free school district. To accomplish this,there must be a strong, unified stand taken on the part of students, parents, teachers, and administrators to see that druguse is not tolerated in our schools.Specific procedures & regulations are in the Student Code of Conduct booklet.ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESExtracurricular activities are school-sponsored activities designed to achieve specific goals that contribute to a student'spersonal, physical, and social development. They encourage cooperative attitudes, acceptance of responsibility, increasedstudent involvement, the development of specific interests and skills, and then a carry-over of these attributes into lifetimeskills.It is important to realize that participation in extracurricular activities is a privilege and not a right; and students must meetspecific requirements of the Arlington ISD, University Interscholastic League, and state law in order to participate. Studentsmay participate in extracurricular activities per UIL rules at the beginning of the school year if they have earned thefollowing cumulative number of credits.A. Beginning at 7th grade, promoted from grade 6 to 7.B. Beginning at 8th grade, promoted from grade 7 to 8.C. Beginning at 9th grade, promoted from grade 8 to 9.D. Beginning of the 10th grade, having 5 credits.E. Beginning of the 11th grade, having 10 credits.F. Beginning of the 12th grade, having 15 credits.G. After the 1st six-week period, any six-weeks' grade below 70 (see H below) in any course will render a studentineligible for extracurricular activities for a period of three weeks (AISD policy and state law).H. A student in grades 9-12 who is enrolled in any AISD designated Pre-Advanced Placement, Advanced Placement orDual credit class will maintain eligibility with a grade of at least 60 for a six-weeks' grading period.I. In no case can a student drop a course with a failing average later than the end of the third week of a six-week gradingperiod without its being considered a failing grade for eligibility purposes.J. A student in grades 9-12 who drops a course after the first six weeks will receive a failing grade for the semester and afailing grade for the six weeks in which the course was dropped. Such circumstances render a student ineligible thefollowing three weeks.K. In non-credit courses, a student is eligible as long as he/she is taking and passing four credits.L. A student who makes a failing grade in an audited, GPA exempt, correspondence, or virtual on-line class is ineligiblefor the next three weeks.M. A student removed from class by a teacher under Senate Bill 1 may be prohibited from participating in schoolsponsoredor school-related extracurricular activities.N. A student removed from class and placed in an alternative education program under Senate Bill 1 is prohibited fromattending or participating in school-sponsored or school-related extracurricular activities.O. Other restrictions may apply according to state law and Senate Bill 1.11

GRADING AND GRADE REPORTINGMETHOD OF MARKINGTeachers shall report grades numerically in grade books, on report cards, and in the cumulative folders.Teachers will evaluate student academic performance, grades 7-12, according to the group (level) placement of thestudent. Upon early indication of a student's unsatisfactory performance, the parents should be notified of the student'sdeficiency.Report cards will be distributed each six weeks. Semester grades will be computed as follows: multiply each six week'sgrade by two (2), add the semester final, and divide by seven (7). The result will be a semester grade with a semester finalweighted approximately 15%.Students in grades 9-12 will receive credits and grade points by semester average. Each semester of work completedsatisfactorily will count 1/2 unit. These units will be recorded on report cards and transcripts by semester. Semestergrades in EOC tested courses will be adjusted and transcripted per Board Policy.Students in grade 7 and 8 will receive credit on a yearly basis. This yearly average will be computed by adding the twosemester grades and dividing by 2. If a high school course is taken in grade 7 or 8, graduation credits will be earned as ingrades 9-12.An adequate number of grades must be taken to fairly evaluate the student. A minimum of 6 grades per grading period isrequired. A six weeks exam or a unit exam may be administered as part of the final six weeks grade.All senior high schools will administer a semester exam in every course offered in the curriculum except UIL competitivesports, grades 9-12.A student's mark in academic areas will not be altered because of his behavior. Behavior will be marked under Citizenshipon the grade report form. The symbols for marking citizenship are as follows:A - ExcellentB - SatisfactoryC - Improvement NeededF - UnsatisfactoryPlus or minus signs may be used with citizenship grades at the secondary level.The secondary student's citizenship or conduct grade will be based on the following:a. acceptance of responsibility f. care of propertyb. courtesy of speech and manners g. good use of timec. dependability h. following directionsd. respect for the rights of others i. observation of rules of behaviore. promptnessEXEMPTIONS FROM FINAL EXAMS {BOARD POLICY EIAA (LOCAL)}A junior or senior student may request an exemption from taking final examinations in any semester if the student:• Has a grade average of 80 or above.• Has no more than three absences in the semester in which the waiver is requested. This includes absences for illnessor hospitalization.• Has had no unexcused absences during the semester.• Has not been assigned to in-school suspension or an alternative education program.If the student elects to take the final examination, the examination grade shall be used to calculate the student'sfinal grade for the semester only if the examination grade improves the final average.12

PLAN FOR GRADING IN GRADES NINE THROUGH TWELVEIn keeping with the philosophy of the Arlington Public Schools, its plan of grouping, and its effort to provide a program tomeet individual differences, the following weighted grade point system will be used for grades 9-12 to mark students whohave varying abilities.Grades 9 - 12EquivalentNumericalValuesGradeRegularLevelHonors*LevelIDENTIFICATION CODESON REPORT CARDS97 - 10093 - 9690 - 9287 - 8983 - 8680 - 8277 - 7973 - 7670 - 72Below 70A+AA-B+BB-C+CC-F12111098765401514131211109870INC - IncompleteNC - No CreditP/F - Pass/FailWD - WithdrawnABS - Attendance PolicyX - GPA ExemptGrade Point Average = Grade Points EarnedNumber of Non-Exempt Classes AttemptedGPA/EXEMPT OPTION{Board Policy EIC (Local)}1. GPA-exempt courses shall be limited to juniors and seniors who have maintained a GPA of a least 7.00.2. Courses beyond the required 24 or 26 credits (the required third credit of Languages other than English on theDistinguished Achievement Graduation Plan may not be taken GPA Exempt) could be taken as GPA-exemptcourses, but are limited to two courses per semester per student.3. The student's intent to take a course on the GPA-exempt basis option must be declared within the first threeweeks of each semester. This decision is final and cannot be rescinded.4. The numerical grade earned on a GPA-exempt course shall be posted on the transcript with no grade points.5. A third GPA exemption may be granted if applied to a third or fourth year course that is paired with another coursein the same program.Areas allowed for a third GPA exemption under this policy include band, choir, orchestra, and athletics.*Includes Pre-AP / AP / IB13

RANK IN CLASS{Board Policy EIC (Local)}Rank in class shall be determined in accordance with the following provisions:1. All courses taken in residence during the regular term for which the student receives a grade and counts towardsgraduation shall be included in computing class rank. Course grades receiving three units shall be included threetimes in the averaging.2. All students shall be included in computing class rank.For students from a foreign country or non accredited school, credits earned at their previous school will apply towardgraduation requirements; however, those grades shall not be included in the computation of class rank.For students coming from an accredited school within the United States, grades shall be recorded as they appear on thetranscript. Grade points shall be awarded on the basis of the scale, if any, accompanying the transcript. If no scale isavailable, the District's scale shall be used.All honor graduates will be determined at the end of the fifth six-week period of the senior year. Honor graduates will bestudents in the following categories of the senior class:Valedictorian - highest grade point averageSalutatorian - second highest grade point averageSumma cum laude - top 2 percent (includes valedictorian/salutatorian)Magna cum laude - top 10 percentCum laude - top 20 percentTo be considered for summa cum laude honors, a student must have been enrolled for the final four semesters at the highschool from which he or she is graduating.14

ALTERNATE METHODS OF EARNING CREDITThe State Board of Education has proposed different methods by which a student can earn credit. These methods havebeen endorsed by the local Board of Trustees and are available by contacting the counseling office.CREDIT BY EXAMINATION WITH PRIOR INSTRUCTION {Board Policy EEJA (Local)}Credit by Examination is designed as an option to earn credit for those students who have had prior documentedinstruction. Examinations used to earn credit under this policy shall assess the student's mastery of the essentialknowledge and skills. On recommendation of the attendance committee, a student who has excessive absences may bepermitted to earn or regain course credit through credit by examination. Credit by examination shall not be used to gaineligibility for participation in extracurricular activities and shall not be included in the calculation of class rank or countedtowards the grade point average (GPA). To receive credit, students shall score a grade of 70 or above on the examination.A student may take a locally developed credit by examination for a particular course only once.Students must register with the campus counselor for a credit by examination. No fee shall be charged for anyexamination provided by the District. A fee will be charged for an examination prepared by an outside entity, unless thecampus principal waives such a fee based on student need. No student will be assessed an administration fee by theDistrict.The Department of Research and Testing shall be responsible for the development and/or selection of examinations forcredit or acceleration with prior instruction.CREDIT BY EXAMINATION WITHOUT PRIOR INSTRUCTION {Board Policy EEJB(Local)}A student must fulfill all prerequisites to take examinations for acceleration or credit. This includes completing theprerequisite grade level or course either with instruction or by examination. The Department of Research and Testing shallbe responsible for development and/or selection of examinations for credit or acceleration without prior instruction. To takean examination for credit without prior instruction a student must register with the campus counselor. When registering, theschool must verify the following.1. A report card grade of at least 70 in all prerequisite courses on all examinations for credit in those prerequisitecourses;2. Commended performance on applicable subject matter areas of the most recent state-mandated assessments.Students in grades 9-12 shall score a grade of 90 or above on each examination taken for course credit. No fee shall becharged for any examination for acceleration provided by the District. Credit obtained by examination for acceleration shallnot be included in the calculation of class rank or counted towards the grade point average (GPA). A student may take alocally developed credit by examination for a particular course only once.CORRESPONDENCE COURSES {Board Policy EEJC (Local)}A student enrolled in a District high school (grades 9-12) may enroll in correspondence courses. Students enrolled incorrespondence courses should seek advisement from their school counselor. All correspondence work must be donethrough the institutions approved by the Texas Education Agency, Commissioner of Education, the University of Texas,Division of Extension in Austin, or the Extension Division of Texas Technological University at Lubbock. Correspondenceexaminations shall be monitored by District staff. Correspondence courses shall not be included in the calculation of classrank or counted towards the grade point average (GPA). Seniors who are enrolled in correspondence courses to earncredits required for graduation shall complete the course and submit the grade for recording at least 30 days prior to thegraduation date in order to be eligible for graduation at the end of the term. This course counts towards UIL eligibility.No credit shall be granted at any grade level for participation in summer study abroad programs.CREDIT RECOVERYStudents who meet specific criteria may recover course credits in the Credit Recovery Lab with approval. Credits may berecovered in courses in which the student has received prior instruction. The campus principal may approve credit accrualfor original credit on a case-by-case basis when there are extenuating circumstances. Students interested in participating inuse of the Credit Recovery Lab should see the counselor for specific guidelines.15

DUAL CREDITStudents that are classified as a junior or senior who want dual credit must fulfill the criteria set forth in policy EHDD (Local)which includes obtaining early admission to the college with associated tuition and fees. Students must remain enrolled inat least three classes each day on the high school campus and maintain an overall grade average of 80 or above. Nomore than two dual credit classes per semester may be taken. Arlington ISD has dual credit agreements with UT Arlingtonand Tarrant County College. Any grade below 70 in the college course will result in no credit being awarded in theequivalent high school course. All associated costs and fees are the responsibility of the student. See your counselor for alist of courses approved for dual credit. If you would like to have a course considered for the Dual Credit list, submit arequest to the Executive Director of Secondary Instruction at least six weeks prior to the start of the semester in which youwant to take the class. Dual credit shall not be included in the calculation of class rank or counted towards the grade pointaverage (GPA).DUAL CREDIT ENROLLMENT/WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURES FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT1. Admissions deadline for dual credit classes including application, testing, acceptance and fees must be completed byJuly 31 for fall classes, November 30 for spring classes and April 30 for summer classes. Deadline for classchanges from one dual credit class to another dual credit class will be no later than the end of the first week of classeach semester.2. Withdrawal from a dual credit class will follow AISD and UIL rules for the high school schedule and transcript.o Withdrawal prior to the end of the 12 th week will result in the student’s being scheduled into the equivalentrequired high school class, and the grade will transfer.o UIL rules stipulate that “A student may not drop a class in which he/she has a grade below 70 after the endof the first four school weeks of the class without its being considered a failing grade for eligibilitypurposes.”3. Withdrawal from a dual credit class will follow TCC rules for the grade on the college transcript.16

GENERAL INFORMATION ON ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES1. Advanced Placement courses offered in the Arlington Schools include Advanced Placement Calculus, Statistics,English, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics, European History, Human GeographyMacroeconomics, Psychology, United States Government and Politics, Comparative Government and Politics,United States History, World History, computer Science, History of Art, Music Theory, Studio Art, FrenchLanguage, German Language, Latin and Spanish Language.2. These courses will be taught at a college freshmen level and students will receive honors credit for successfulcompletion of the course requirements.3. Courses will be taught according to Advanced Placement guidelines and students will use college level textbooks.Prerequisites for each course are included in the course descriptions on the following pages.4. Students considering enrollment in Pre-AP and AP courses should use the following criteria:A. Indication of high interestB. Parent approvalC. Teacher recommendationD. Satisfactory grades in pre-requisite coursesE. Standardized test scores that support the student’s grades and interest5. Students who wish to enroll in one or more Advanced Placement courses will receive a copy of the Pre-AP and APExpectations of Enrollment form. The form, which explains the rigor and expectations of Pre-AP and AP courses,must be signed by the student and the parent and returned to the student’s counselor prior to enrollment in theclass(es).6. Withdrawal from an AP course may occur upon the recommendation of the teacher or a parent/student request.The Pre-AP and AP Permission to Withdraw form must be completed and signed by the teacher, parent andstudent and returned to the student’s counselor.7. Students are expected to remain in Pre-AP and AP classes for at least six weeks; the deadline for withdrawal froma Pre-AP or AP class is the last day of the 12 th week of the semester.8. All students enrolled will be encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Test, administered on a specific dateand hour during the first three weeks of May. Each test is designed and scored by the Educational TestingService.9. Students must be committed to the required time needed for the college level studies. It is strongly recommendedthat students not be employed on a regular basis.17

School: ______________Pre-AP and AP Expectations of EnrollmentStudent______________________________________________ ID Number______________________Pre-AP/AP Course(s)__________________________________________________________________Advanced Placement classes provide students the rigor and depth of instruction common to the college level classroom.Colleges and universities may award course credit to students earning acceptable scores on AP exams that areadministered each May. The benefits of enrollment in AP classes are many, including the development of strong studyskills, an understanding of the college regimen and the potential of earning college credits while in high school. Forparents, success on an AP exam may translate into added savings on college tuition.Success in Pre-AP and AP classes requires commitment and a “good faith effort” on the part of the student. Because APcourses are typically a student’s first exposure to the regimen of a college course, it is important that students recognizethat Pre-AP and AP classes require active participation in the class. Note-taking, involvement in class discussions, awillingness to ask questions, having supplies and textbooks in class, prompt attention to make-up work or test corrections,and completion of all assignments are critical to a student’s success. Maintaining good attendance, prioritizing homeworkand study time, and a willingness to attend tutorials are expected of Pre-AP and AP students. Students often cite theadded grade points awarded to Pre-AP and AP classes as an incentive for participation in Advanced Placement courses.Parental support and encouragement provide a student with the foundation necessary to succeed in Pre-AP and APclasses. Students will find that Pre-AP and AP coursework typically requires more reading and homework, andpreparation for AP exams requires effective time management and study skills. As students navigate their Pre-AP and APcourses, it is often a parent’s support that motivates the student.Occasionally, a student, parent or teacher realizes that enrollment in a Pre-AP or AP class is not in the student’s bestinterest. In such cases, with parent permission, students may withdraw from the class and return to the regular levelcourse equivalent. Students are expected to remain in Pre-AP and AP classes for at least six weeks; the deadline forwithdrawal from a Pre-AP or AP class is the last day of the 12 th week of the semester. A withdrawal form, includingstudent, parent and teacher signatures is required.I have read the expectations of enrollment in Pre-AP and AP classes and wish to register for the classes listed above.Student signature________________________________________Date______________My son/daughter may enroll in the Pre-AP/AP classes listed above.Parent signature ________________________________________ Date______________White – Counselor Pink – Teacher Yellow - Parent18

Permission to Withdraw from Pre-AP and AP Class(es)Student_____________________________________________________ ID Number_______________Pre-AP/AP Class_______________________________________________________________________Teacher statementI have provided the following interventions for the above named student:___ Provided assistance during classroom activities/instruction___ Shared diagnostic observations and suggestions for improvement___ Offered tutoring at times convenient for the student___ Offered peer tutoring/mentorship___ Paired student with peer support during group activities and/or projects___ Praised the student for effort, progress, and/or taking risks___ Provided incentives for turning work in early___ Provided alternative materials for study support and/or access to knowledge and skills___ Included the student’s effort as part of the grading system___ Stressed the benefits of taking advanced courses___ Provided parents/guardians with feedback on student progress___ Used AVID WICR strategies___ Other _________________________________________________________________________Teacher signature________________________________________Date_________________Student statementI have demonstrated a good faith effort by:___ Actively participating in class assignments and discussions___ Taking notes___ Asking questions___ Bringing supplies and textbooks to class___ Completing class assignments, including make-up work and test corrections___ Maintaining good attendance___ Attending tutorials___ Prioritizing homework and study time.I wish to withdraw from the Pre-AP/AP class and enroll in the regular level course equivalent.Student signature _______________________________________Date_________________Parent statementI grant permission for my son/daughter to withdraw from the Pre-AP/AP class and enroll in the regular level course equivalent.Parent signature ________________________________________Date_______________White – Counselor Pink – Teacher Yellow – Parent19

VENTURE SCHOOLVenture School is an alternative educational program designed to meet the academic needs of students who have droppedout of school and/or those students who are at risk of dropping out and meet the state and district selection criteria.Students must complete an application to be considered for attendance in this program. Applications are available atVenture School and all high schools. The program is a school of choice for students and credit is awarded based uponmastery of the course content. Instruction follows an individualized self-paced format. A high attendance rate is requiredfor success in this program.The Evening School Program is part of Venture School. Students may enroll in 2 courses (.5 credits each) at a time.Classes are held from 5:00-7:00 P.M. and 7:00-9:00 P.M., Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Students should anticipatespending 65 hours to complete each .5 credit. A registration form obtained from the student’s high school counselor listingthe courses he/she plans to take is required for enrollment. Tuition is charged and a textbook deposit is required. TheEvening School Program offers students an opportunity to make up subject(s) failed, or to accelerate the accumulation ofgraduation credits.NEWCOMER CENTERThe Newcomer Center is an alternative education program designed to meet the needs of recent immigrant students ingrades 7 to 10. To be eligible for the Newcomer Center program, a student must be an ESL student and must haveattended United States schools for less than three years or portions of three years. Immigrant students who have attainedan Advanced High rating on the TELPAS Reading will attend their home school. Information received from prior schools inconjunction with local assessments will be used to determine placement.SUMMER SCHOOLThe primary purpose of summer school is to offer the student an opportunity to strengthen any weakness that may exist, tomake up subject(s) failed, or to accelerate the accumulation of graduation credits. Recognizing the particular need forsome students to graduate at an earlier date, senior level courses will be offered, based on adequate student requests.For registration, students are required to bring a Course Approval Form signed by the building counselor or principal and bythe parent or guardian. Payment of tuition is due at registration. Refunds are issued only for courses not making.For grades 9-12, each semester class requires daily attendance. Summer school is a highly intensified program in whichone day equates to almost one week in the long term. The required hours of attendance are mandated by the TexasEducation Agency. Students will be subject to being withdrawn after excessive tardies or absences. Three or moreexcused absences each semester is considered excessive. Truancy is grounds for immediate withdrawal. If a student iswithdrawn, an appeal may be made to a building attendance review committee which consists of the principal anddesignated building personnel.All phases of the summer school work comply with Texas Education Agency regulations. The courses and programs meetthe same standards as the regular term.The class schedule for summer school is a contract between the parent/student and Arlington Independent School District.Some summer school regulations differ from the regular school term regulations and the parent/student agree to thesewhen the schedule is submitted. Regular school district policies regarding appropriate and acceptable behavior in class, nosmoking on the campus, and the dress code as approved by the district will be followed. Misbehavior will subject thestudent to dismissal without a refund.Courses and programs offered are based on the number of requests from the students.20

TEST-TAKING TACTICSBE CONFIDENT1. Realize that you are not expected to get all answers correct on a standardized test.2. Make a commitment to do your best.3. Test results show what you need to learn as well as what you know.4. Picture yourself doing well on the test. People who think they can do well usually do.5. Think of a way you can give yourself a reward for trying hard on the test. Treat yourself after the test.BE PREPARED PHYSICALLY1. On the day prior to the test, relax and have an enjoyable evening before going to bed.2. Get a good night’s sleep.3. Set the clock to alarm early to avoid having to rush in the morning.4. Eat a good breakfast and lunch, but do not over eat.5. Wear comfortable clothing--something you like and feel confident wearing.6. If you wear glasses, clean them carefully and do not forget to wear them.BE PREPARED MENTALLY1. Try to clear your mind of all worries.2. Resolve any disagreements with family members and friends.3. Avoid activities that may tend to create controversy or unpleasantness.4. Disregard “scare” statements by others.5. Think positively about the test. “See” your best grades as a result of your efforts.6. Recognize and accept anxious feelings. They are likely to disappear once the test begins.7. Do not become discouraged because of difficult test items. Continue to do your best through the test.DO YOUR BEST1. Listen and watch carefully while instructions are being given.2. Do sample items.3. If you do not understand the directions, ask questions immediately before you are given the word to begin working onthat section.4. Read directions quickly, but carefully.5. Work swiftly and accurately.6. Find proper answer space if using answer sheet. Keep finger of non-writing hand on corresponding answer space.7. Don’t waste time on difficult items. Go on to easier ones. (Make a note of each item skipped.)8. Complete all of the easier items, then go back and work on the more difficult ones.9. Eliminate wrong answers. Eliminate answers which you know are wrong, and then check the remaining responses forkey words.10. Look for clues to correct answers.11. Narrow your choices to two answers. If you still do not know the answer, then make an educated guess. Mark ananswer for every question.12. Read the material, then read the questions. If you do not remember some of the information that you need, reread thematerial. It is usually acceptable to look back at questions and materials in the section in which you are working.13. Be sure to erase any dots or stray marks on your booklet or answer sheet. If you accidentally marked two answers forthe same question, erase one of them completely. Extraneous marks can easily cause wrong scores.21

STUDY HINTSSUGGESTIONS FOR A GOOD STUDY ENVIRONMENT1. Choose a place at home for studying where you feel comfortable, and study in that place. If you have your own room,that's probably the best place. If not, choose a place to work where you will be interrupted by other people as little aspossible.2. When you study, try to remove things that will catch your attention and distract you. TV is very distracting as well aswindows if you sit in front of one. The more distractions that you can avoid, the more effective your learning willprobably be.3. Noise is also a powerful distraction. Try to make your study place as quiet as possible. Ask people not to talk to youwhen you're studying. If you usually study with music on, try working without it for a week. You may discover that youcan learn better without it.4. If it's hard for you to find a place at home where you can study, ask your family to help you. Tell them that you're tryingto study and that you need to reduce the distractions around you as much as possible. Ask them to help you create agood study environment for the time you need to do your work.5. Some people can study even if they are surrounded by distractions. These people have learned to concentrate onwhat they are doing and ignore everything else. Find out how well you can do this. Can you do some of your work inschool during study halls? Can you study on the bus? Sitting outside in the sun? Early in the morning beforebreakfast? Discover where and when you can study effectively.6. Reciting your lessons aloud is a technique that helps some students to remember the information.SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING NOTESAlways write your notes in your own words (unless you are copying a quotation). Putting ideas and information into yourown words helps you to learn it better. Just try to get the main ideas and important facts down on paper, not every word.Try to spend 80-90% of your time reading or listening, and only 10-20% of your time writing notes. Write your notes inwords and phrases; don't bother to use complete sentences. YOUR NOTES ARE FOR YOU. Write them in the quickestway that makes sense for you.22

COLLEGE ENTRANCE INFORMATIONA student planning to go to college needs to begin as early as possible to become familiar with college entrancerequirements and to include as many units of English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language aspossible. College entrance requirements and scholarship criteria vary and some do not accept credits in somecourses. Most colleges and universities also require one of two major entrance exams: the American College TestingProgram (ACT) and/or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).Ranking in the top 10% of the graduating class results in automatic admission to Texas state colleges and universities.Automatic admission to the University of Texas is top 7%.To help students in their college preparation, the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test(PSAT/NMSQT) is given early in the junior year. The PSAT portion of this test can be of assistance to students whenplanning for college. The NMSQT portion is the only way students can compete for National Merit Scholarships or forscholarships given by many companies and associations.A number of forms of financial aid are available to students entering college:1. Scholarship or grant-in-aid2. Loan3. Work-study or co-op programs4. Part-time employmentThe counseling department publishes a booklet containing much helpful information about colleges and universities. Astudent needing financial aid to attend college should contact his or her counselor and the office of financial aid at thecollege or university he or she plans to attend. The student will need to contact the college or university also for housing,usually handled separately from admission application. Since, in many cases, a room must be reserved long beforeapplication for admission is made, a student should consult college catalogs (in the counselor's office) or make directinquiries to the college during his or her junior year.College entrance requires early and wise planning. Close work among counselor, student, parent, and teacher isnecessary because of the difficulty involved in selecting the right college, taking the right test, making proper application forenrollment, obtaining housing, and securing financial aid if necessary. Of special importance in this process is planning thehigh school program for the student’s best interest.Each year the district sponsors a College Night for students and their parents. College officials from most of the collegesand universities in Texas and many others across the nation present up-to-date information on their institutions. Yourschool counseling office can provide additional information in regard to date, time, and location for College Night.The Toward Excellence, Access and Success or TEXAS Grant Program pays college costs for students with financial needwho complete the Recommended High School Program or Distinguished Achievement Program in an accredited Texashigh school.23

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS**** TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS ****CS1360 – PreAdvanced Placement COMPUTER SCIENCE IDuring the first year of computer science, students identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use computerscience concepts to access and evaluate information. Students learn digital citizenship by researching current laws andregulations and by practicing integrity and respect. No prior knowledge of computer science is assumed or required. Thiscourse is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9 - 121 unitPrerequisite: Prior completion of Algebra I or approval of computer science teacherCS1370 – Advanced Placement COMPUTER SCIENCE AThis course is designed for the student who anticipates a career in a technological field, such as physical science, socialscience, mathematics, engineering, or computer science. Classic algorithms, simulations, and case studies are studied indepth. Upon successful completion of this course, students are prepared to take the Advanced PlacementComputer Science A Exam. This course is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10 - 121 unitPrerequisite: PreAdvanced Placement Computer Science I or approval of computer science teacherCS1380 – Advanced COMPUTER SCIENCE IIIThis course is designed for the student who has been successful in AP Computer Science A and anticipates a career in atechnological field that requires computer science knowledge. Students design solutions using appropriate data structuresincluding stacks, queues, priority queues, linked lists, binary trees, sets and maps. Individual projects may includeparticipating on a programming team, robotics, or survey of other programming or scripting languages. This course isapproved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10 - 121 unitPrerequisite: AP Computer Science A or approval of computer science teacherCS1275 – Independent Study in Computer Science: Emerging TechnologiesThis course is designed for students who have been successful in AP Computer Science A and are interested indeveloping a deeper understanding of new concepts in Computer Science. Students will create a major project thatdemonstrates their advanced understanding of an emerging technology in Computer Science. Projects may include butare not limited to the fields of mobile app development, robotics, or motion sensing technology.Recommended Prerequisite: AP Computer ScienceGrade Placement: 11-121 unitTA1255 – Digital Design and Media ProductionThis course was previously titled Multimedia Production. Students will gather and create electronic information, which willallow for problem solving and making informed decisions regarding media projects. Students will learn digital citizenship byresearching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will demonstrate a thoroughunderstanding of digital design principles and will transfer those skills to other disciplines. This course is approved for onetechnology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9 - 121 unitPrerequisite: Proficiency with grade 8 technology TEKSTA1265 – Web DesignThis course was previously titled Web Mastering I. Students will use digital media to communicate and workcollaboratively; apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information; use critical thinking skills to plan and conductresearch, manage projects, solve problems, and make decisions; understand human, cultural, and societal issues relatedto technology; practice legal and ethical behavior; and demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts,systems, and operations. This course is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9 - 121 unitPrerequisite: Proficiency with grade 8 technology TEKSTA1270 – Independent Study in Technology Applications (Web Design II)This course was previously titled Web Mastering II. This second-year course will allow students who were successful inWeb Design to apply more advanced skills as they publish and maintain websites for the campus, for business partnersand others. Students will learn more sophisticated web development techniques such as interactive forms and animation.This course is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Web Design or approval of technology applications teacher24

****FINE ARTS/VISUAL ARTS ****FA1220 - ART IA prerequisite for all other art courses, Art I offers experiences in various art processes, structures, theories, and historicaldevelopments. Activities include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and an introduction to crafts such as jewelry(metal and clay), fibers (batik, weaving, and stitchery) and clay (hand-built and wheel thrown). Art I is a two-semestersequence course with the first semester being a prerequisite to the second semester. Vocational opportunities andrequirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitOne unit of credit for Art I must be earned before registering for the following art courses. Except for instruction inbasic processes, students will furnish their own materials in some art courses.FA1221 - ART IIThe second level art course is designed to incorporate prior learning from Art I and involve the student in more specializedvisual art processes. These processes will emphasize student learning within the following visual arts concepts; individualartistic perception, creative visual expression, artistic production, media selection and techniques, aesthetics, appreciationof historical and multi-cultural contributions to visual arts, artistic criticism and the principles and elements of design.Portfolio developments, correct oral and written communication, as they relate to visual arts, will be integral to all aspects ofthis course. Vocational opportunities and requirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Art IFA1219 - ART II CERAMICSArt students may elect to concentrate on clay as an art form. Activities will center on production of functional objects suchas bowls, goblets, vases, plates, etc., and non-functional throwing techniques on the potter’s wheel and application ofglazes. The study culminates in the integration of wheel thrown and hand built forms for sculptural effects. Portfoliodevelopment, correct oral and written communication, as they relate to the visual arts, will be integral in all aspects of thiscourse. Vocational opportunities and requirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Art IFA1222 - ART IIIThis course will allow students a higher degree of artistic specialization within specific art media and art processes.Student-centered learning activities will emphasize creative visual art media processes that will encourage creativeproblem solving techniques and contribute to the individual student’s understanding and development of artistic style as itrelates to their environment and self expression. Students will have the opportunity to analyze career opportunities withinthe field of visual arts. Portfoliodevelopment, correct oral and written communication as they relate to the visual arts will be integral to all aspects of thiscourse. Vocational opportunities and requirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Art IIFA1224 - ART IVArt IV is structured for the student who is contemplating post secondary schooling in the visual arts or the student who isinterested in a more detailed media specialization for his own artistic development. The student will develop an originalbody of artwork that will demonstrate the incorporation of a broad range of visual observations, experiences, historical artinterpretations, and complex visual analysis of visual relationships. Portfolio development, correct oral and writtencommunication, as they relate to the visual arts, will be integral in all aspects of this course. Vocational opportunities andrequirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Art IIIFA1225 - GRAPHIC DESIGN IIIThis course is designed to effect visual communication by typography, package design and layout, and comprehensive adlayout. The first semester activities emphasize mechanical and creative lettering techniques in expressive renderings ofproducts as well as discussion and production in the area of illustration. First semester will also include thorough training inPhotoshop and Illustrator programs. The second semester instruction stresses advertising layout and package containeradvertisement with continued use of Photoshop and Illustrator programs to aid in project design. Portfolio development,correct oral and written communication, as they relate to the visual arts, will be integral in all aspects of this course.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Art I25

FA1226 - GRAPHIC DESIGN IVThis course provides for the integration of advanced advertising design techniques and reproduction methods withemphasis on commercially valid advertisements. First semester will be an advanced continuation of projects withPhotoshop and Illustrator in the area of graphic design/communication dealing with advertising. Practical applications ofillustration and printing methods will be stressed the second semester along with in-depth discussion of what career pathsone could take in Graphic Design. Portfolio development, correct oral and written communication, as they relate to thevisual arts, will be integral in all aspects of this course.Grade Placement: 12 or Teacher Approval1 unitPrerequisite: Art I and Graphic Design IIIFA1227 - ART HISTORYThis course will provide a sequential study of art history from prehistoric art to contemporary art. Instruction will include avariety of activities such as viewing slides and prints, writing, discussion, analyzing works of art and critiques. The elementsof art and principles of design will be addressed and their historical development will be stressed. Students will be exposedto many world cultures through a variety of periods in art history. Portfolio development, correct oral and writtencommunication, as they relate to the visual arts, will be integral in all aspects of this course. Vocational opportunities andrequirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFA1223 - ART III CERAMICSThis course is designed for the art student who has successfully completed Art II Ceramics. The student will engage inlearning activities that will focus on advanced ceramic techniques, ceramic technology, and ceramic chemistry. Portfoliodevelopment, correct written and oral communication, as it relates to ceramics, will be stressed. Vocational opportunitiesand requirements will be analyzed.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Ceramics IIFA1323 - Advanced Placement STUDIO ART: DRAWING PORTFOLIOFA1324 - Advanced Placement STUDIO ART: 2D DESIGN PORTFOLIOFA1325 - Advanced Placement STUDIO ART: 3D DESIGN PORTFOLIOThese courses are designed to address drawing, design, and three dimensional and compositional skills, visual vocabularyand the study of different cultures through the history and appreciation of art. Students assemble a body of work in aportfolio that will be submitted for critical analysis and have the option of submitting one of three different portfolios:Drawing, 2-D Design, or 3-D Design, for the Advanced Placement exam in Studio Art.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Art I or Teacher ApprovalFA1326 – Advanced Placement HISTORY OF ARTThis course will offer an in-depth exploration of the history of art from ancient times to the present. Through reading,research, slides, videos, and museum visits, students will view significant artworks from around the world. Students willdevelop writing skills in the description, analysis, and comparison of these artworks. This course will prepare students forthe AP Art History exam.Prerequisites: Art History recommendedGrade Placement: 11-121 unit****FINE ARTS/THEATER ARTS****FA1210 - THEATER ARTS IFA1211 - THEATER ARTS IIFA1212 - THEATER ARTS IIIFA1213 - THEATER ARTS IVThese courses provide opportunities to become familiar with plays and playwrights, principles and practices of acting,directing, and playwriting, and some aspects of technical theater such as scenic, costume, lighting, sound, and make-updesign. The elements to be studied are focused upon within the context of the world's great periods of theater history.Students may be required to attend rehearsals or performances outside of regular school hours. Courses must be taken insequence.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsFA1214 - TECH THEATER IFA1215 - TECH THEATER IIFA1216 - TECH THEATER III26

FA1217 - TECH THEATER IVThese courses familiarize the students with various aspects of technical theater such as lighting, set design, sound, makeup,and costumes. Students participate in research and design and work on technical crews for stage productions.Students may be required to attend rehearsals or performances outside of regular school hours. Courses must be taken insequence.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: Theater Art I or Teacher ApprovalFA1270 - DANCE IFA1271 - DANCE IIFA1272 - DANCE IIIFA1273 - DANCE IVThese courses emphasize cardiovascular and kinesthetic instruction through exposure to jazz, tap, ballet, modern, and folkdance. Only one semester of dance may be applied toward the 1.5 PE credits required for graduation.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 units**** FINE ARTS/MUSIC ****FA1230 - VOCAL ENSEMBLE IFA1231 - VOCAL ENSEMBLE IIFA1232 - VOCAL ENSEMBLE IIIFA1233 - VOCAL ENSEMBLE IVThis advanced select ensemble performs a wide variety of musical styles including traditional choral music, all-staterepertoire, madrigals, show choir, jazz, swing, and popular music. Performance is stressed and some time is devoted tochoreography. The name of such a group may differ with the high school in which it is organized. Students may berequired to attend limited, occasional rehearsals outside regular school hours.Grade Placement: 10-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: Prior choral training and auditionFA1263 - MUSIC THEORY IThis full year course includes the basic fundamentals of musicianship, theory, musical materials, basic terminology, eartrainingand sight-singing procedures. It also integrates interval studies and identification with simple melodic andharmonic dictation. A basic knowledge of the piano keyboard is recommended.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Teacher ApprovalFA1264 - MUSIC HISTORY & LITERATUREThis full year course consists of the study and analysis of several periods of music from primitive to modern. It is designedto enable the student to become familiar with the styles of various historical periods, countries, and composers. Studentswill gain an understanding of and appreciation for the great musical literature of the world, which are used to teach thestyles, forms, and periods of history.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFA1363 - Advanced Placement MUSIC THEORYThe purpose of this course is to develop music skills and provide information that will lead to an understanding of thepractice of music, especially for those considering a music major or minor in college. Students learn terminology, notationskills, harmonization through dictation, basic composition and analysis of the melodic line, ear-training and sight-singingskills. Students must be an active member of choir, band or orchestra or have basic performance skills in voice or aninstrument. This course prepares students for the AP Music Theory exam.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Basic Theory, Music Theory I or placement test or Teacher ApprovalFA1235 - CHORAL MUSIC IFA1236 - CHORAL MUSIC IIFA1237 - CHORAL MUSIC IIIFA1238 - CHORAL MUSIC IVThese full year choir classes emphasize choral singing, music theory, listening, and performance. Ninth, tenth, eleventh,and twelfth grade students will comprise various classes according to achievement levels checked by audition. Theclasses may be composed of all males, all females, or mixed according to number and distribution of voices available. Thenames of these groups differ with the high schools in which they are organized and may participate in UIL competition.Students may be required to attend rehearsals outside regular school hours.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: None27

FA1244 - BAND IFA1245 - BAND IIFA1246 - BAND IIIFA1247 - BAND IVThese full year courses consist of marching, concert playing, sight-reading, solo work, small ensemble playing andindividual instrumental technique. Public performance is stressed and many appearances are made throughout the yearincluding concerts, pep rallies, football games, marching and concert contests. All students are auditioned for classesaccording to achievement levels, i.e. Symphonic or Honors Band, Concert Band, Cadet Band. Each fall semester that thestudent participated in Marching Band may substitute for one semester of PE. However, should a student drop from theMarching Band activity, they will resume PE to complete graduation requirements. Students in Band are required to attendrehearsals and performance events outside school hours.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: AuditionFA1280FA1281FA1282FA1283INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE (BAND)This class must be taken concurrently with Band I, II, III, or IV unless the student has an academic scheduling conflict withthe class period or the approval of the director. These courses consist of small and large ensemble as well assolo/individual performance techniques and fundamentals. Attention is given to music theory, listening, and elements ofmusic history and literature. Classes may be divided by instrument families and/or according to Band classes. Theseclasses are intended to reinforce, but not replace Band I - IVGrade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: Current enrollment in Band I - IV.FA1250 - ORCHESTRA IFA1251 - ORCHESTRA IIFA1252 - ORCHESTRA IIIFA1253 - ORCHESTRA IVThese full year courses are for students interested in orchestral music. Emphasis is placed on advanced orchestraltechniques and advanced literature. Performance of serious works and light pieces is stressed. In addition, solo work,small ensemble playing and sight-reading plus concert and contest work are included in the course. Wind and percussioninstruments may be added on occasion when needed. Students may be required to attend rehearsals and performanceevents outside regular school hours.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Audition or prior junior high experienceFA1284 - MARIACHI BAND IFA1285 - MARIACHI BAND IIFA1286 - MARIACHI BAND IIIFA1287 - MARIACHI BAND IVThis full year course is open to members of the band, orchestra and choir who have a desire to play and who are interestedin developing techniques of playing in Bolero, Ranchera, Polka, Son Jaliscience, Contratiempo, Huapango, Jarabe, Joropoand other traditional styles of mariachi music. This course must be taken concurrently with BAND I, II, III, IV,ORCHESTRA I, II, III, IV, or CHOIR I, II, III, IV, unless the student plays only guitar, vihuela, or guitarron. Students may berequired to attend rehearsals or performances outside of the regular school hours.Grade Placement: 9-12Prerequisite: NoneFA1290FA1291FA1292FA1293INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE (ORCHESTRA)This class must be taken concurrently with Orchestra I, II, III, or IV, unless the student has an academic scheduling conflictwith the class period or the approval of the director. These courses consist of small and large ensemble as well assolo/individual performance techniques and fundamentals. Attention is given to music theory, listening, and elements ofmusic history and literature. Classes may be divided by instrument families and/or according to Orchestra classes. Theseclasses are intended to reinforce, but not replace Orchestra I - IV.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: Audition1 unit28

FA1260 - JAZZ BAND IFA1261 - JAZZ BAND IIFA1262 - JAZZ BAND IIIFA1266 - JAZZ BAND IVThis full year course is open only to members of the band who have a desire to play and who are capable of playingmodern, popular, and/or jazz music. This course must be taken concurrently with BAND I, II, III, IV, or Orchestra I, II, III, orIV, unless the student plays only piano, guitar, or electric bass guitar. Students may be required to attend rehearsals orperformances outside of regular school hours.Grade Placement: 9-121-4 unitsPrerequisite: Audition**** LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH ****Two credits of the same language are required for the Recommended High School Program; three credits arerequired for Distinguished Achievement.FL1211 - LATIN IThis introductory course in Latin pronunciation, grammatical structures, vocabulary, and syntax acquaints the student withan understanding of Roman culture as it affects current civilization. Emphasis is placed on reading and writing Latin andimproving English vocabulary through a study of Latin root words.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitFL1212 - LATIN IIThis course continues the study of grammatical structures, gives the student opportunity to practice written Latinexpression, and offers a study of the classics with particular emphasis on translating Julius Caesar’s Commentaries andstories from mythology.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Latin IFL1313 - Pre-Advanced Placement LATIN IIIThis course begins with a review of grammar rules, syntax and forms. Readings from such Latin authors as Cicero, Livy,Horace, Ovid, Martial, and Pliny are studied. Aspects of Roman culture and history are reinforced through the readingselections.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Latin IIFL1314 - Advanced Placement LATINThis college-level course gives explicit attention to developing skills for reading, translating, and analyzing Latin texts, aswell as to demonstrate contextual knowledge, making connections to other disciplines and comparisons between Latin andEnglish usages. Using Vergil and Caesar as a base, the course helps students reach beyond translation to read withcritical, historical, and literary sensitivity. This course prepares students for the AP Latin Exam.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Latin IIIFL1216 - LATIN V – ROMAN CIVILIZATION & LITERATUREThis course covers ancient Roman civilization through the development of a timeline of ancient Roman authors, thetranslation of ancient Roman text, the study of ancient Roman authors in translation, the reading of biographies of ancientRomans, and the analysis of novels and films set in ancient Rome.Grade Placement: 11-12Prerequisites: Pre-AP Latin III and/or AP Latin1 unitFL1221 - FRENCH IThis course emphasizes the practical mastery of those skills necessary for understanding, speaking, reading and writingFrench, develops direct communication in the language through oral/aural techniques and written materials, and usesvaried activities and materials to create an awareness of French culture.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: None29

FL1222 - FRENCH IIThis course continues to develop the student's ability to understand, speak, read and write French with emphasis on oralproduction and vocabulary enrichment. Continued activities will increase interest in and appreciation for French culture andheritage.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: French IFL1223 - FRENCH IIIThis course offers further study of the vocabulary, grammar, and culture of French-speaking civilizations. Reading, writing,listening and speaking proficiency will be developed through a variety of activities and materials included in the curriculumand selected by the teacher.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitFL1323 - Pre-Advanced Placement FRENCH IIIThis course continues the study of French grammar in greater detail with more emphasis on writing the language anddeveloping conversational skills and adds some highlights of French literature.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: French IIFL1325 - Pre-Advanced Placement FRENCH IVThis course, conducted almost entirely in French, strongly emphasizes synthesis and analysis of various types of Frenchtext, including literature, periodicals, audio, and video. Details of grammar and syntax are re-emphasized and appliedthrough the use of contextualized language. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities continue to help preparestudents for the AP French language exam.Grade Placement: 11-12Prerequisite: Pre-AP French III1 unitFL1324 - Advanced Placement FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTUREThe AP French Language and Culture course strives to promote both fluency and accuracy in language use in order tofacilitate communication. In order to best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught in French. Thecourse helps students develop awareness and appreciation of the products, practices, and perspectives of Frenchspeakingcultures. This course prepares students for the AP French Language and Culture Exam.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: French IVFL1231 - GERMAN IThis course enables the student to learn German pronunciation, to acquire a vocabulary sufficient for simple conversations,to practice basic sentence patterns and to become aware of German culture.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFL1232 - GERMAN IIThis course continues to emphasize oral comprehension, to improve reading skills, to acquire understanding of basicgrammar patterns, to study the cultural patterns and heritage of the German-speaking world and to develop proficiency inuse of the language.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: German IFL1233 - GERMAN IIIThis course offers further study of the vocabulary, grammar, and culture of German-speaking civilizations. Reading,writing, listening, and speaking proficiency will be developed through a variety of activities included in the curriculum andselected by the teacher.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: German IIFL1333 - Pre-Advanced Placement GERMAN IIIThis third year course presents a wider variety and more difficult activities to help the understanding of main ideas whenlistening, reading and speaking, increase vocabulary, improve writing skills, broaden knowledge of grammar, and expandcultural understanding.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: German II30

FL1335 - Pre-Advanced Placement GERMAN IVThis course continues to improve student listening and speaking proficiency while giving greater emphasis to reading andwriting. Various kinds of German texts are used, including periodicals, audio, video, and literature, as students develop theability to analyze and synthesize in German. Students are given the opportunity to perform tasks similar to those thatappear on the AP German language exam.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP German IIIFL1334 - Advanced Placement GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTUREThe AP German Language and Culture course strives to promote both fluency and accuracy in language use in order tofacilitate communication. In order to best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught in German. Thecourse helps students develop awareness and appreciation of the products, practices, and perspectives of Germanspeakingcultures. This course prepares students for the AP German Language and Culture Exam.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: German IVFL1241 - SPANISH IThis introductory course enables the student to learn Spanish pronunciation, to acquire a vocabulary sufficient for simpleconversations, to practice basic structure patterns, and to become aware of Spanish culture.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFL1242 - SPANISH IIThis course continues emphasis in oral communication, improvement of reading skills, acquisition and identification ofbasic grammar patterns in written and spoken materials, and an examination of culture.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Spanish IFL1244 - SPANISH IIIThis course offers further study of the vocabulary, grammar, and culture of Spanish-speaking civilizations. Reading, writing,listening, and speaking proficiency will be developed through a variety of activities included in the curriculum and selectedby the teacher.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Spanish IIFL 1246 - SPANISH I FOR SPANISH SPEAKERSThis course is designed for students who demonstrate through a placement test some skills in understanding and speakingSpanish but who need to give greater attention to reading, writing, and the conventions of the language. The course isconducted almost entirely in Spanish. It is an alternative to beginning Spanish for students whose home language isSpanish or who have in some other way acquired a working knowledge of the basics of the language.Grade Placement 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Placement examFL1247 - SPANISH II FOR SPANISH SPEAKERSThis course, conducted entirely in Spanish, is designed for students who demonstrate, through a placement test or throughperformance in Spanish I for Spanish Speakers, strong skill in understanding and speaking Spanish but who need to givegreater attention to reading, writing, and the conventions of the language. It is an alternative to the second year of Spanishfor students whose home language is Spanish or who have in some other way acquired a working knowledge of the basicsof the language.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisites: Spanish I for Spanish Speakers or Placement ExamFL1343 - Pre-Advanced Placement SPANISH IIIThis course often conducted in Spanish, strongly emphasizes speaking proficiency. It offers further study of vocabulary,grammar, and culture of Spanish-speaking civilizations. Reading, writing, listening and speaking skills will be developed.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Spanish II31

FL1347 - Pre-Advanced Placement SPANISH LANGUAGE IVThis course, conducted principally in Spanish, helps students continue to increase listening and speaking proficiency whilegiving greater attention to reading and writing. Students are asked to analyze and synthesize various types of input—audio,video, and print—using a variety of Spanish texts such as literature, periodicals, and radio and television programming.Activities are designed to help students continue to prepare for the AP Spanish Language exam.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisites: Pre-AP Spanish IIIFL1348 - Pre-Advanced Placement SPANISH III FOR SPANISH SPEAKERSThis course is conducted entirely in Spanish and is designed for students who demonstrate through a placement test orthrough performance in Spanish II for Spanish Speakers strong skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It is analternative to the third year of Spanish for students whose home language is Spanish or who have in some other wayacquired a working knowledge of the language. Students begin preparing for the AP Spanish Language exam in thiscourse.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Spanish II for Spanish Speakers or Placement ExamFL1344 - Advanced Placement SPANISH LANGUAGEThe majority of this college-level course is conducted in Spanish and includes reading assignments from Spanish classicsand modern Spanish publications, and requires simple criticisms and analyses to be written in Spanish. This course ispreparatory for the Spanish Language Advanced Placement Exam.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Spanish IIIFL1248 - CULTURE OF SPANISH LANGUAGEThis course is designed to provide students the opportunity to study various cultural groups in Hispanic society. Thehistorical backgrounds, customs, art, drama, music, folklore and other contributions of specific groups to the Hispanic wayof life will be emphasized. Different areas of the Hispanic world may be emphasized in alternating semesters. Instructionand materials will be in English.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPrerequisite: noneFL 1345 - Pre-Advanced Placement SPANISH LITERATUREThis course, conducted entirely in Spanish, is designed to give students an introduction of a wide range of Spanish andLatin American literature and to develop skills in literary analysis and exposition. Students will write poetry and prose thatreflect Hispanic literary style and culture. Opportunities will be provided for students to do activities similar to those thatappear on the AP Spanish Literature exam.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: AP Spanish LanguageFL 1346 - Advanced Placement SPANISH LITERATURE AND CULTUREThe Advanced Placement Spanish Literature and Culture course is designed to provide students with a learning experienceequivalent to that of a third-year college course. The aim of this course is to provide students with ongoing and variedopportunities to further develop their language skills, with special attention to critical reading and analytical writing, and toencourage them to reflect on the many voices and cultures included in a rich and diverse body of literature written inSpanish. This course prepares students for the AP Spanish Literature and Culture Exam.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Pre AP Spanish Literature.FL1271 - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IThis course introduces communication skills in American Sign Language, including both receptive and expressive signing,as well as interactive communication. This course explores history of the language and the culture of Deaf people.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFL1272 - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IIThe communication skills acquired in Level I are extended to include distinguishing between variations in signs and nonmanualcommunication. More in-depth study of Deaf culture will be explored. Students will be provided opportunities toexpress and receive signed information in a variety of situations.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: American Sign Language I32

FL1273 - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IIIThis course is conducted in ASL and emphasizes sign fluency. It offers further study of vocabulary, grammar, as well asDeaf history and culture. Expressive and receptive skills will be developed. Non-manual markers and the use of classifierswill be stressed. 1 unitGrade Placement: 11-12Prerequisite: American Sign Language IIFL1274 - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IVThis advanced level course, conducted in ASL, furthers study of ASL poetry and literature as well as Deaf history, cultureand community. Students will also be afforded opportunities to further their sign fluency and will be encouraged to becomeinvolved in the local Deaf community. Students will also explore professions which utilize ASL skills along with laws andrights related to Americans with disabilities.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: American Sign Language IIIFL1261 - CHINESE IThis course is an introduction to Chinese language and culture. It is taught primarily in Chinese using visual support thatmakes it possible for students to understand. Significant attention is given to Chinese culture, including social conventions.Emphasis is on understanding and speaking, although some attention is given to simplified writing.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneFL1262 - CHINESE IIThis course is a continuation of the study of Chinese language and culture. It is taught primarily in Chinese using visualsupport that makes it possible for students to understand. Significant attention is given to Chinese culture, including socialconventions. Emphasis is on understanding and speaking, although some attention is given to simplified writing.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: None**** LANGUAGE ARTS ****ES1218 - ENGLISH I SOLES1219 - ENGLISH II SOLThese courses provide listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities through a survey of various types of worldliterature for immigrant students with limited English proficiency skills. The student will learn to analyze selected writingthrough both oral and written methods. These courses also focus on the attainment of grammar and vocabulary skills.Maximum of 2 units can be counted toward English requirements for graduation. Students must take English III & IV.Courses do not meet NCAA requirements.Grade Placement:9 - 12 - English I SOL 1 unit10 - 12 - English II SOL 1 unitPrerequisite: Courses must be taken in sequence. It is only for immigrant students with a TELPAS composite score ofbeginning or intermediate.ES1222 - ENGLISH SUPPORT FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS IThis course is designed to increase the immigrant student's ability to listen, speak, read and write in English effectively inpractical situations. The course emphasizes sentence structure, grammar, vocabulary, and different forms of oral andwritten communication needed to function in the business world. The reading assignments are directed toward the need forclear communication. This course is an elective credit only. It will not count as an English credit.Grade Placement: 9Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in English I SOL1 unitES1223 - ENGLISH SUPPORT FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS IIThis course is designed to challenge the imagination and creativity of the immigrant student through listening, speaking,reading and writing in English effectively. This writing course is designed to increase awareness of the power of language.This course is an elective credit only. It will not count as an English credit.Grade Placement: 10Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in English II SOL1 unit33

LA1273 - READING ILA1274 - READING IILA1275 - READING IIIThese courses are designed to help students become more skillful readers. Emphasis is placed on reading strategieswhich enhance reading skills and reading comprehension, vocabulary development, skills for school testing, and anappreciation for reading all types of texts. (A special section is set aside for students identified as dyslexic. Students canonly be placed into this section at parent request and counselor approval.) Some instruction is individualized and studentsmay enter either semester for a half-year or full-year program. A maximum of three credits in reading will apply towardgraduation.Grade Placement: 9-121/2-1 unitPrerequisite: Course LA1273 for Course LA1274Course LA1274 for Course LA1275LA1276 - READING APPLICATION & STUDY SKILLS: ADVANCED READINGThis one-semester course is an SAT preparation course that emphasizes vocabulary development, writing skills, andcomprehension skills needed to excel on the SAT. The curriculum also provides practice in improving reading rate, readingflexibility, and study skills needed for college success.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitLA1210 - ENGLISH I - REGULARThrough a survey of various types of world literature, the student will learn to analyze selected writings through both oraland written methods. The course also focuses on the attainment of grammar and vocabulary skills and places emphasison literary and expository writing which combines analytical thinking skills and the basics of grammar. (English I SOL maybe substituted for this class on all graduation plans only for immigrant students with limited English proficiency.) End ofCourse (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 91 unitLA1310 - Pre-Advanced Placement ENGLISH IOffering students the opportunity to study world literature representing various types of genres, this advanced courseplaces emphasis on the analysis of novels, short stories, essays, poetry, and drama. The course offers an intensive studyof grammar, vocabulary, and composition. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills expressed through both oralexpression and written communication. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 91 unitLA1220 - ENGLISH II - REGULARThis comprehensive course covers world literature according to literary types--fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, integratesliterature, composition, and grammar, stresses vocabulary mechanics and usage, and focuses on selected expository andpersuasive writings. (English II SOL may be substituted for this class on all graduation plans only for immigrant studentswith limited English proficiency.) End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 101 unitPrerequisite: English ILA1320 - Pre-Advanced Placement ENGLISH IIThis course challenges advanced students to complete college preparatory work through in-depth study of world literaturefrom various genres and time periods, includes extensive study of vocabulary, grammar, and composition, and emphasizesexpository and persuasive writing. Requiring abstract, analytical thinking and research skills, the course focuses on oralexpression and written communication. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 101 unitLA1230 - ENGLISH III - REGULARThis course, a chronological survey of American literature, integrates literature, composition, grammar, and vocabularythrough representative readings from historical documents, essays, dramas, short stories and novels of significantAmerican writers. Research skills and literature analysis are stressed. There is a focus on persuasive writing.End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 111 unitPrerequisite: English II34

LA1330 - Advanced Placement ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITIONThis course, which focuses on rhetoric, challenges advanced students to complete college preparatory work by integratingunits according to chronology, genre, and theme in American Literature and by utilizing those writing skills necessary torespond to literary and nonfiction works extemporaneously. The necessary components of grammar, persuasion, andargumentation needed for success in college are reviewed. Application of abstract and analytical thinking skills, advancedvocabulary, and research skills are stressed. After completing this course, students are encouraged to take the AdvancedPlacement English Language and Composition exam. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 111 unitLA1240 - ENGLISH IV - REGULARThis course, a survey of British literature, integrates writing and language concepts and skills and literature and readingconcepts and skills. This course includes intensive writing instruction, which focuses on informative and analytical writing.The course provides the critical thinking, reading, and writing skills necessary for college entrance and does apply towardthe recommended transcript.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: English IIILA1340 - Advanced Placement ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITIONThis advanced, college-level course is a chronological study of world and European literature presented from college-leveltexts. Through analytical, oral, and written examinations of poetry, essays, short stories, drama, and the novel, the studentexplores the nature of society. After completing this course, students are encouraged to take the Advanced PlacementEnglish Literature and Composition exam given by the College Board.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Application RequiredLA1260 - HUMANITIESThis course concentrates on exposing the student to the creative achievements in literature, art, architecture, music andphilosophy (LAMP) throughout Western Civilization. Critical thinking skills are developed through analysis of therelationship of these creative forms of expression through reading, written and oral response, class discussion, andaudio/visual presentations. Concert and museum field trips after school will be encouraged.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitLA1261 - LITERARY GENRES D: WORLD LITERATUREThis course focuses on reading and analyzing, both orally and in writing, selections from world literature. Throughexposure to significant writers, students have opportunities to explore common themes and distinctive features of particularliterary traditions.Grade Placement: 11-121/2 unitLA1262 - LITERARY GENRES A: SHAKESPEAREThis is a literature-intense elective aimed at, but not limited to, the college-bound senior. The course offers acomprehensive view of the origins and history of the Elizabethan age, and of the modern English language through a focuson the major literary types of this period, including the ballad, the sonnet, and drama. Extensive study is made of the plots,themes, and other literary devices of selected tragedies and comedies of William Shakespeare, which are read during thesemester. Student writing is emphasized through literary analysis of plays.Grade Placement: 121/2 unitPrerequisite: English IIILA1267 - LITERARY GENRES C: PHILOSOPHYThis course explores the creative ideas that have shaped our culture from the Ancient Greek Pre-Socrates, Plato, andAristotle, to the twentieth-century existentialists. With the core consisting of Western ideas, time will also be devoted toexploring our parallels with Asian and Middle Eastern philosophies. The student’s thinking skills will be sharpened throughlecture and dialogue as we examine how our worldview and society have been shaped by great thinkers.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPrerequisite: noneLA1269 - LITERARY GENRES B: WOMEN'S LITERARY VOICESThis elective course offers an opportunity to read and explore several literary works by and/or about women. The poems,stories, essays, and novels covered in this course provide valuable insights into the changing role of women in literatureand offer a sharply focused perspective on what it means to be a contemporary woman.Grade Placement: 11-121/2 unitPrerequisite: English II35

LA1263 - PRACTICAL WRITING SKILLSThis course is designed to increase the student's ability to use English effectively in practical situations. It emphasizessentence structure, grammar, vocabulary, and different forms of oral and written communication needed to function in thebusiness world. The reading assignments are directed toward the need for clear communication.Grade Placement: 121/2-1 unitLA1264 - CREATIVE/IMAGINATIVE WRITINGThis writing course is designed especially to challenge the imagination and creativity of the student by encouragingspontaneity of expression by increasing awareness of the power of language, and by refining the individual originalcharacteristics of language style in such literary types as short stories, poetry and nonfiction writing.Grade Placement: 11-121/2 unitLA1380 – Independent Study: ACADEMIC DECATHLONThis course is designed to prepare students for the Academic Decathlon contest. The purposes are to develop a greaterrespect for knowledge to develop lifetime skills in speech and interview, to gain a better appreciation for music and art, andto promote wholesome competition in academic areas of study. The contest includes six tests of academic strength inmath, economics, social studies, science, fine arts, and language and literature. The other areas of testing are speech,essay, and interview. Team members will receive honors credit for this course.Grade Placement: 11-121/2- 1 unitPrerequisite: Teacher Approval**** SPEECH/COMMUNICATIONS ****LA1279 - COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONSRequired for graduation.In this course students are expected to identify, analyze, develop, and evaluate communication skills needed forprofessional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professionalpresentations. This speech course taken for 1 semester is the required speech credit for graduation.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitLA1281 - ORAL INTERPRETATION IThis course is an introduction to the analysis and performance of poetry, prose, dramatic and humorous literature, duetacting and original oratory. Students prepare for UIL competition and TFA State qualifying tournaments. UIL, TFA, or NFLtournament competition is at the discretion of the Director of Forensics.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitLA1282 - ORAL INTERPRETATION IIThis course emphasizes advanced poetry, prose, dramatic and humorous literature, duet acting, and original oratory.Students will compete in UIL contests and TFA state qualifying tournaments. Students are required to compete in twotournaments per semester.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Oral Interpretation I and Approval of the Director of ForensicsLA1283 - ORAL INTERPRETATION IIIThis course emphasizes all speech competition events for the advanced third-year student. Students will compete in UILcompetition/TFA state tournaments and serve as a role model to prepare novice students for competitive situations.Students are required to compete in three tournaments per semester (if academically eligible).Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Oral Interpretation IILA1284 - DEBATE IThis course is designed to give each student an overview of forensics through the development of 37 persuasive andcritical thinking skills through class activities and participation in competitive tournaments in Lincoln-Douglas Debate,Cross-Examination Debate, Extemp, and Student Congress. UIL, TFA, or NFL tournament competition is at the discretionof the Director of Forensics.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitLA1285 - DEBATE IIThis course is designed with more emphasis on preparing cases in Lincoln-Douglas Debate, cross-examination debate andcompetition in Student Congress and Extemp. Additional research time will be spent to gain advanced research skills. Thestudent is required to compete in two tournaments per semester.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Debate I and Approval of the Director of Forensics36

LA1286 - DEBATE IIIThis course is designed to integrate the critical thinker into the democratic process. The student acts as a role model andassistant coach working independently on cases and helping prepare the novice debaters for competition. Competing inthree tournaments per semester is required.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Debate IILA1287 - PUBLIC SPEAKING ILA1288 - PUBLIC SPEAKING IILA1289 - PUBLIC SPEAKING IIIThis course is designed to further enhance the student’s communication skills. Emphasis is placed on speech delivery,argumentation and debate, oratory, and group presentations. The student will not compete in tournaments but ratherobserve and analyze political and social speeches as well as live performances. Courses must be taken in sequence.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Communication Applications (1/2 unit)or Teacher ApprovalLA1298 - LITERARY MAGAZINEStudents in this class will compile and publish the school’s literary magazine. Real-world skills in organizing, evaluating,desktop publishing, fund raising, and editing will be emphasized.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Application to magazine sponsorLA1290 - JOURNALISMThis full-year course, an introduction to all forms of mass media, emphasizes the type of writing necessary for publishing aschool newspaper. The class trains the student in advertising and business management of a publication, helps the studentto evaluate news happenings, develops the student's awareness of his responsibility in learning to meet deadlines, andintroduces desktop publishing using Macintosh computers. Students also learn public relations skills. The class publishes anewspaper in the spring.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitLA1291 - NEWSPAPER ILA1292 - NEWSPAPER IILA1253 - NEWSPAPER IIIThese courses are concerned primarily with publishing a school newspaper. Students study all phases of journalism,including the computerized technology of typesetting. Improving writing skills and interviewing techniques are majorconcerns, as is perfecting all types of communication. Also included is advanced study of feature, column, editorial, andsports writing. These courses also allow students to work with a printer and become involved in the cost of newspaperproduction.Grade Placement: 10-121-2 unitsPrerequisite: Course LA1290: JournalismLA1293 - YEARBOOK/MAGAZINE PRODUCTION IThis course includes the study and application of the elements and processes of developing and producing the schoolyearbook. Students learn writing, design, and desktop publishing skills.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Course LA1290 Journalism,Teacher ApprovalLA1294 - YEARBOOK/MAGAZINE PRODUCTION IILA1295 - YEARBOOK/MAGAZINE PRODUCTION IIIThese courses are continued studies of Advanced Journalism and Yearbook Production. Included are the study of the roleof advertising in publication cost, the preparation of ads, practice in advertising sales, graphics, design and layout, withemphasis on preparation of press-ready materials. Students will master advanced desktop publishing techniques.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Course LA1293 LA1294Teacher Approval37

LA1296 - PHOTO JOURNALISMThis course familiarizes students with photographic composition, use of the camera and film processing through theopportunity to take pictures and to work on layout problems for the school newspaper and yearbook. Students automaticallybecome members of the school photography staff.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Course CT1244Communication Graphics, Teacher Approval**** MATHEMATICS ****FOR THE RECOMMENDED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS, MATH CREDITS MUST BE IN COURSES FROM ALGEBRA ILEVEL AND HIGHER.*See Recommended Math Sequences on page 6 of this Handbook.COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSIn the area of mathematics, college entrance requirements vary. Some universities require that the student have highschool credit in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and Precalculus. Others require either Algebra I and Geometry or Algebra Iand Algebra II. Junior colleges usually require two years credit in mathematics. Students should check with the college oftheir choice prior to planning their high school mathematics courses.MA1220 - ALGEBRA IThis course emphasizes the study of linear functions and their multiple representations (concrete, pictorial, numerical,symbolic, graphical, and verbal). Students will use functions to represent, model, analyze and interpret relationships inproblem situations. Topics include solving and graphing equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations. Quadraticand nonlinear functions will be introduced. Extended time sections of this course will use course numbers MA1223,NC1223. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: NoneMA1320 - Pre-Advanced Placement ALGEBRA IIn addition to the materials usually covered in Algebra I, topics such as operations with rational expressions, operationswith radical expressions, systems of linear inequalities and quadratics will be expanded. Emphasis will be placed on theapplication of concepts and skills introduced in Algebra I. The level of instruction/curriculum will focus on preparing thestudent for advanced placement courses. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 91 unitPrerequisite: NoneMA1230 - ALGEBRA IIA continuation of the topics studied in Algebra I, this course will extend the development of the real number system and willinclude a study of the complex numbers as a mathematical system. Students will study the ideas of relations and functionsand expand the concept of functions to include quadratic, square root, exponential and logarithmic functions. Emphasiswill also be placed on the analysis of conic concepts and the development of additional problem solving skills and applications.End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra I and GeometryMA1264 - Independent Study: ALGEBRA IIIThis course is for students to continue their preparation for Precalculus. It is recommended for college bound seniors thathave not mastered the Algebra skills needed for Precalculus. Topics included are functions, radical functions and rationalexponents, exponential and logarithmic functions, natural logarithms, rational functions, conics, arithmetic and geometricsequences and series, probability and statistics, analyzing data, periodic functions, trigonometry, trigonometric identitiesand equations.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra IIMA1330 - Pre-Advanced Placement ALGEBRA IIIn addition to the material usually covered in Algebra II, topics such as probability and statistics, matrices, and determinantswill be expanded. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts and skills introduced in Algebra II. The level ofinstruction/curriculum will focus on preparing the student for advanced placement courses. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 10-111 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP Algebra I (8), Pre-AP Geometry38

MA1245 - GEOMETRYRelations, properties and measurement of surfaces, lines and angles in one, two, and three-dimensional figures areinvestigated and used in this course. It is designed to develop deductive thinking, and to emphasize problem solving usingproofs and definitions while integrating algebraic concepts. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra IMA1345 - Pre-Advanced Placement GEOMETRYIn addition to the topics in Geometry, this course introduces logical argument and all types of proofs in order to developlogical thinking and problem solving skills. The level of instruction/curriculum will focus on preparing the student foradvanced placement courses. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 91 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP Algebra I (8)MA1250 - Mathematical Models with ApplicationsStudents will use a variety of representations (concrete, numerical, pictorial, numerical, symbolic, graphical, and verbal)and technology to solve applied problems. Real-life application problems will involve finance, probability, fine arts, andscience.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra IMA1255 - Independent Study in Mathematics: CALCULUSStudents will extend their mathematical understanding beyond the Precalculus level in this elective course covering thespecific area of calculus.Grade Placement: 12Prerequisite: Precalculus1 unitMA1262 - Independent Study in Mathematics: STATISTICSThis course will introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions fromdata. Students are exposed to the four broad conceptual themes: 1) Exploring data – observing patterns and departuresfrom patterns; 2) Planning a study – deciding what and how to measure; 3) Anticipating patterns – producing models usingprobability and simulation; and 4) Statistical inference – confirming models.Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra IIGrade Placement: 11-121 unitMA1263 - PRECALCULUSThis course emphasizes the study of polynomial, radical, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Functions,equations, and limits will be used as useful tools for expressing generalizations and as means for analyzing andunderstanding a broad variety of mathematical relationships. Functions, as well as symbolic reasoning, will be used torepresent and connect ideas in geometry, probability, statistics, trigonometry, and calculus and to model physical situations.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra II and GeometryMA1360 - Pre-Advanced Placement PRECALCULUSIn addition to the topics studied in Precalculus, additional topics will include polar and parametric equations and sequencesand series. The level of instruction/curriculum will focus on preparing the student for advanced placement courses.Recommended Grade Placement: 111 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP Algebra II, Pre-AP GeometryMA1365 - Advanced Placement STATISTICSThe purpose of the Advanced Placement course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools forcollecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to the four broad conceptual themes,which follow: 1) Exploring data - observing patterns and departures from patterns; 2) Planning a study - deciding what andhow to measure; 3) Anticipate patterns - producing models using probability and simulation; and 4) Statistical Inference -confirming models. This course prepares students for the AP Statistics exam.Grade Placement: 12 only1 unitPrerequisite: Precalculus or concurrent enrollment39

MA1380 - Advanced Placement CALCULUS ABThis course is designed for the student who has displayed both exceptional mathematical talent and diligence in the studyof all other selected high school courses. Topics of study will be selected from limits and continuity, the derivative, thefundamental theorem of calculus, special functions, techniques of integration, partial derivatives, and multiple integration.Analytic geometry will be included as needed. Opportunity will be provided for students to take the Advanced Placementexam in the spring. A graphing calculator with numerical differentiation and integration capabilities is required for the APcalculus test.Grade Placement: 12 only1 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP PrecalculusMA1385 - Advanced Placement CALCULUS BCThis course is an extension of the currently offered AP Calculus AB course. It includes all topics covered in Calculus ABplus additional topics. Common topics require a similar depth of understanding. Broad concepts and widely applicablemethods are emphasized. Graphing calculators are used regularly. Extensions to AB include: parametric, polar, andvector functions, use of slope fields and Euler’s method to find solutions to differential equations, improper integrals andseries, solving logistic equations, polynomial approximations and series, including Taylor and Maclaurin series. Manycolleges award credit with a lower grade on the BC exam than on the AB exam. A student may also be awarded twosemesters credit with a passing score on the BC test. The AP BC exam is 60% from the AB material and 40% from BConlymaterial. In addition, an AB sub-score is given on the BC exam. Students should take the AP exam upon completionof this course.Grade Placement: 12 only1 unitPrerequisite: Pre-AP Precalculus**** PHYSICAL EDUCATION ****Students may earn no more than 4 units of credit in physical education or athletics toward state graduationrequirements. An activity fee is required each semester.PE1249 - FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FITNESSUsing proper biomechanical and physiological principles, students will explore concepts of health-related fitness, methodsfor attainable personal fitness, and techniques for personal self-testing. Lecture/LabGrade Placement: 91/2 unitPE1251 - INDIVIDUAL SPORTSStudents will be provided an opportunity to participate in physical education activities that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.Activities may include aerobics, bowling, dance, golf, horseshoes, outdoor recreational activities, and shuffleboard.Selection of activity will be at the instructor's discretion, dependent upon proper facilities for participation.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPE1250 - TEAM SPORTSStudents will be provided an opportunity to participate in team sports in both class and intramural settings. Activities mayinclude badminton, basketball, golf, softball, baseball, table tennis, tennis, soccer, and gymnastics. Selection of activity willbe at the instructor’s discretion, dependent upon proper facilities for participation.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPE1241 - AEROBIC ACTIVITIESAerobic movement combined with physical fitness and strength training will stress cardiovascular fitness, muscularstrength, flexibility, coordination, balance and agility. Students will participate in a variety of activities.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPE1213 - INDIVIDUAL SPORTS/WEIGHT LIFTING - GThis course will place emphasis on improvement of muscular strength, endurance and flexibility through a progressiveweight-training workout. Students will be provided the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop a personal workoutprogram.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPE1214 - AEROBICS/ADVANCED STRENGTH & CONDITIONING - GEmphasis for this course will be placed on the development of an advanced individual progressive weight-training program,with the guidance of the instructor.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unit40

PE1262 - INDIVIDUAL SPORTS/WEIGHTLIFTING - BThis course will place emphasis on improvement of muscular strength, endurance and flexibility through a progressiveweight-training workout. Students will be provided the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop a personal workoutprogram.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPE1263 - AEROBICS/ADVANCED STRENGTH & CONDITIONING - BEmphasis for this course will be placed on the development of an advanced individual progressive weight-training program,with the guidance of the instructor.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPrerequisite: PE1262PE 1252 - ADVENTURE/OUTDOOR EDUCATIONAdventures in Outdoor Education is an outstanding, hands-on, co-ed elective course. Each student will experience a broadeducational experience with life-long skills including: Texas Parks and Wildlife Angler Education, Boat Safety and HunterSafety courses, Orienteering, Archery in the Schools Program, Survival Skills, Camping, Dutch-Oven cooking andAmerican Heart Association CPR/First Aid. Extra-curricular trips will be provided for students and parents who areinterested. On campus activities require a $10.00 class fee for consumables. Every unit emphasizes safety and how toenjoy the outdoors for a lifetime.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPE1225 - DRILL TEAM IPE1226 - DRILL TEAM IIPE1227 - DRILL TEAM IIIPE1228 - DRILL TEAM IVDrill team is a performing group for various athletic activities. Membership is determined through tryouts. A total of 1.5credits may be earned in Drill Team per TEA guidelines.Grade Placement: 9-12PE1208 - CHEERLEADING IPE1209 - CHEERLEADING IIPE1210 - CHEERLEADING IIIPE1211 - CHEERLEADING IVCheerleaders at each school campus are determined by tryouts held in the spring of the year. Cheerleaders are expectedto perform at athletic events and special functions throughout the year. A total of 1.5 credits may be earned inCheerleading per TEA guidelines.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitINTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTSCompetitive sports for girls include volleyball, tennis, track, basketball, swimming, golf, cross country, gymnastics, soccer,softball, wrestling, and cheerleading. Competitive sports for boys include football, basketball, track, tennis, swimming,baseball, soccer, golf, cross country, gymnastics, wrestling, and cheerleading. Three successfully completed semesters ofcompetitive sports will fulfill the three (1.5 credits) required physical education requirements. A student may earn up to 4credits for PE or any allowable substitution for PE, such as athletics, ROTC, band, etc.Only 1.5 credits may be earned in cheerleading per TEA guidelines.1 unit**** HEALTH ****PE1244 - HEALTH IThis course, a study of the physical, mental and emotional functions of the body, emphasizes teenage decisionsconcerning the use of tobacco, alcohol and drugs. Units on fitness, safety, nutrition and first aid will be included. A threeweekunit on human growth and development will be included in this course. It will include units on the role of family,dating, human reproduction, and childbirth, sexually transmitted diseases, and the importance of decision making.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitPrerequisite: NonePE1245 - ADVANCED HEALTH IIStudents will be provided with opportunities for researching, discussing, and analyzing personal and community healthissues. Learning experiences will be designed to reinforce positive health behaviors that will reduce health risks throughouttheir lifespan. The objectives of the course will be accomplished with the use of technology, personal portfolios, mentoring,and community service. The students will develop skills necessary to access their own health information and services andwill become health literate.Grade Placement: 11-121/2 unitPrerequisite: Health I41

**** SCIENCE ****Students must take both semesters of each selected science course to satisfy graduation requirements. Someuniversities accept only Biology, Chemistry and Physics courses. Check requirements of your preferreduniversity. All science classes require at least a 40% laboratory time. All students must take Biology or Pre-APBiology for graduation.See Recommended Science Sequences on page 6 of this Handbook.SC1210 - INTEGRATED PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY (IPC)This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: force, motion, energy, and matter.This course is appropriate for students that are not ready to take Chemistry I or Physics I and need a basic foundation inchemistry and physics concepts. This course does not count on the Distinguished Achievement Plan.Grade Placement: 9-101 unitPrerequisite: Algebra I (can be taken concurrently)SC1228 - PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGYThis course is an applied physics course. Students will use science equipment and technology at least 50% of instructionaltime to investigate the laws governing motion, the nature of forces in the physical world, the concept of thermal energy,properties of waves motion and optics, and atomic, nuclear, and quantum phenomena. Emphasis is placed on usingscientific methods during investigations, critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem solving.This course will satisfy a physics credit requirement for all graduation plans, with the exception of theDistinguished Achievement Plan for those students who entered 9th grade. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: One year science and Algebra I & GeometrySC1220 - BIOLOGYBiology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and living organisms. This course will include a variety oftopics such as: structures and functions of cells and viruses, growth and development of organisms, cells, tissues, andorgans, nucleic acids and genetics, biological evolution, taxonomy, metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms,living systems, homeostasis, and ecosystems and the environment. The student will conduct laboratory and fieldinvestigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices for at least for 40% of instructional time. Endof Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 9-111 unitPrerequisite: NoneSC1320 - Pre-Advanced Placement BIOLOGYPre-Advanced Placement (PAP) Biology is an advanced course recommended for students with a strong interest inscience and strong study skills. This course takes the concepts of biology and expands them to include an in-depth studyof cellular biology, taxonomy, microbiology and genetics in order to prepare students for Advanced Placement andInternational Baccalaureate study as well as other upper level science courses. This course will provide students withunique lab and field investigation opportunities. End of Course (EOC) tested.Recommended Grade Placement: 91 unitPrerequisite: NoneSC1340 - Advanced Placement BIOLOGYThe revised AP Biology course shifts from a traditional “content coverage” model of instruction to one that focuses onenduring, conceptual understandings and the content that supports them. This approach will enable students to spend lesstime on factual recall and more time on inquiry-based learning of essential concepts, and will help them develop thereasoning skills necessary to engage in the science practices used throughout their study of AP Biology. Students takingthis course will develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data,applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. The curriculum is outlined by TheCollege Board.This honors course is equivalent to a freshman level biology major course in college. The curriculum is outlined by TheCollege Board. The course is designed to give students a solid foundation in many diverse areas including cellular biology,genetics, systematics, and evolutionary biology. The course is taught through lecture, independent and inquiry basedlearning, laboratory investigation, outside readings and library research. Students may take the Advanced Placement examupon completion of the course for college credit.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Biology and Chemistry42

SC1290 - ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMSThe AP Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one semester,introductory college course in environmental science. The curriculum is outlined by The College Board. This course isinterdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. The course will provide students with thescientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the inter-relationships of the natural world.Students will identify and analyze environmental problems, both natural and human-made; evaluate the relative risksassociated with these problems; and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them.Prerequisites: Algebra I, Biology and ChemistryGrade 11-121 unitSC1390 - Advanced Placement ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCEThe AP Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one semester, introductory to college course inenvironmental science. This course is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study.The course will provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand theinter-relationships of the natural world. Students will identify and analyze environmental problems, both natural and humanmade;evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems; and examine alternative solutions for resolving orpreventing them.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisites: Biology, ChemistrySC1223 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF HUMAN SYSTEMSThis course focuses on the study of the structure and function of the human body, its individual systems, processes, andthe integration of the body systems into an efficiently functioning organism. Each organ system is presented with anemphasis upon its anatomy and in-depth study of its physiology. Dissection is a major component of this course.Independent lab skills and techniques are emphasized. This course will satisfy a 4th science requirement for graduation.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Biology, Chemistry and concurrently enrolled in or completion of a third year of scienceSC1250 - CHEMISTRYChemistry is the study of matter and energy and the interactions between them. Topics include characteristics of matter,use of the Periodic Table, development of atomic theory and chemical bonding, chemical stoichiometry, gas laws, solutionchemistry, thermochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Students will investigate how chemistry is an integral part of our dailylives. The student will conduct laboratory and field investigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethicalpractices for at least for 40% of instructional time. End of Course (EOC) tested.Recommended Grade Placement: 10-121 unitRequired Prerequisite: One unit of Biology or IPC and Algebra 1Suggested Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in a second year mathSC1350 - Pre-Advanced Placement CHEMISTRYPre-Advanced Placement (PAP) Chemistry is an advanced course recommended for students with a strong interest inscience and strong study skills. This course takes the concepts of chemistry and expands them to include an in-depthstudy of reaction rates, oxidation-reduction, and net ionic equations in order to prepare students for advanced placementand International Baccalaureate study as well as other upper level science courses.. Emphasis is placed on independentlab skills and critical thinking skills. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 10-111 unitRequired Prerequisite: One unit of Algebra I and concurrent enrollment in a second year of math43

SC1360 - Advanced Placement CHEMISTRYThe AP Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the firstcollege year. Topics such as the structure of matter, kinetic theory of gases, chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, and thebasic concepts of thermodynamics are presented in considerable depth. The curriculum is outlined by The College Board.This course is designed for the college-bound or above average student in Chemistry. Students are encouraged to take theAdvanced Placement test for college placement and/or credit at the completion of the course. End of Course (EOC)tested.Grade Placement: 11 or 121 unitPrerequisite: Chemistry, Algebra II or concurrent enrollmentSC1273 - EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCEThis course is a rigorous capstone course designed to build on a student’s prior scientific and academic knowledge andskills to develop understanding of Earth's system in space and time. Topics of in-depth study include: Earth in Space andTime (Earth history), Solid Earth (the complex, interacting, dynamic subsystems linking Earth's interior to its surface), FluidEarth, (hydrosphere, atmosphere and cryosphere) and Technology. This course will satisfy a 4th science requirement forgraduation.Grade Placement: 12 (but may be taken by students in Grade 11)1 unitPrerequisites: Three units of science, one of which may be taken concurrently, and three units of mathematics, one ofwhich may be taken concurrentlySC1280 - PHYSICSPhysics is the study of how matter and energy relate to each other, and how they affect each other over time and throughspace. This course will help students acquire factual knowledge within a conceptual framework, practice experimentaldesign and interpretation, work collaboratively with colleagues, and develop critical thinking skills. Topics that include: lawsof motion; changes within physical systems and conservation of energy and momentum; forces; thermodynamics;characteristics and behavior of waves; and atomic, nuclear, and quantum physics. The student will conduct laboratory andfield investigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices for at least for 40% of instructional time.End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: One unit of Algebra I, Suggested prerequisite: GeometrySC1380 - Pre-Advanced Placement PHYSICSPre-Advanced Placement (AP) Physics is an advanced course recommended for students with a strong interest in scienceand strong study skills. This course takes the concepts of physics and expands them to include an in-depth study of twodimensional relative motion, acceleration vs. time graphs, non-uniform circular motion, Farraday and Kepler's Laws, Fluids,torque, and capacitors in order to prepare students for advanced placement and International Baccalaureate physicscourses and other upper level science courses. Emphasis is placed on independent lab skills and critical thinking skills.End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 11, 121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra II or concurrent enrollmentSC1382 - Advanced Placement PHYSICS BThe Physics B course includes topics in both classical and modern physics. A knowledge of algebra and basictrigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physicalconcepts, such as acceleration and work. Physics B provides instruction in each of the following five content areas:Newtonian mechanics, fluid mechanics and thermal physics, electricity and magnetism,waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. The curriculum is outlined by The College Board. The diversity oflaboratory activities, in-depth study of the topics and intense development of problem solving skills, will prepare studentsto take the Advanced Placement test for college placement and/or credit completion of the course.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Physics or PAP Physics, Precalculus or concurrent enrollmentSC1383 - Advanced Placement PHYSICS C MECHANICSThis calculus-based honors physics course ordinarily forms the first part of the college foundation courses for studentsmajoring in the physical sciences, mathematics or engineering. The curriculum is outlined by The College Board. Thecourse will provide instruction in each of the following six content areas: kinematics; Newton's laws of motion; work,energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations andgravitation. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement test for college placement and/or credit atcompletion of the course.Grade Placement: Grade 12 only1 unitPrerequisite: PreAP Physics,-Calculus or concurrent enrollment44

SC1384 - Advanced Placement PHYSICS ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISMThis course serves as the foundation in physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. Thesequence is parallel to or proceeded by mathematics courses that include calculus. Methods of calculus are used informulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems. The sequence is more intensive andanalytic than Advanced Placement Physics B. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems,some requiring calculus, as well as continuing to develop a deep understanding of physics concepts. It will provideinstruction in each of the following five content areas: electrostatics; conductors, capacitors, and dielectrics; electriccircuits; magnetic fields; and electromagnetism.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisites: Calculus concurrent, Physics/Pre-AP Physics, AP Physics B, AP Physics C: MechanicsSC1295 - SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGNThis course is designed to provide students with multiple experiences designing and implementing scientific laboratoryand field investigations. Students will develop well-defined questions, formulate testable hypotheses, identify variables,collect and analyze data using tools, and communicate valid conclusions supported by the data through variousmethods such as lab reports, labeled drawings, graphic organizers, journals, summaries, oral reports, and technologybasedreports. Investigations conducted will be based on student interest. Critical thinking, scientific reasoning andproblem solving skills will be emphasized. Students will analyze published research and communicate conclusionsdrawn from original research to a professional audience.Grade Placement: 11-12Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry and completion of or concurrent enrollment in third year of science 1 unit**** SOCIAL STUDIES ****Arlington ISD students must take one full year of World History and one full year of World Geography to meetgraduation requirements.SS1212 - WORLD GEOGRAPHYGeography provides the means of understanding the variety of physical and cultural patterns found on earth.Historical, industrial and political geography, human and environmental interactions, as well as map skills areintegrated into this course. End of Course (EOC) tested.Required for Graduation.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitSS1313 - Pre-Advanced Placement WORLD GEOGRAPHYThis course is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for World Geography as established by the TEA. Itwill prepare students for Advanced Placement World History and all subsequent AP social studies courses. Pre-APWorld Geography will develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment andto present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. The course will also include extensivereadings, note-taking, and advanced analysis of primary source documents. All segments of the course will be taughtand graded at the college level. End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 91 unitSS1312 - Advanced Placement HUMAN GEOGRAPHYThis college level course introduces students to the study of patterns and processes that have shaped humanunderstanding and the use and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students will employ spatial concepts and landscapeanalysis to analyze human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about themethods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Upon completion, students should be able to do thefollowing: use and analyze spatial data and maps, recognize, interpret and evaluate the relationships among patterns/processes/and place at a variety of scales; define regions and evaluate the regionalization process, characterize andanalyze changing interconnection among places. This course prepares students to take the AP Human Geographyexam.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPrerequisite: World Geography45

SS1211 - WORLD HISTORYThis is the story of man, his civilization and culture, his ideas and institutions, from the primitive beginnings to thepresent time. It traces the political, economic and social experiences of mankind and applies them to the present.Students gain an awareness of American-Western Civilization and the relationship of Western culture to other greatworld cultures. With this background, a study of contemporary world affairs becomes an essential element of thecourse, as do the achievements of man in this total cultural setting. End of Course (EOC) tested.Required for Graduation.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitSS1311 - Advanced Placement WORLD HISTORYThis course is a college level survey course intended to develop a greater understanding of the historical developmentof global processes and contacts in interaction with different types of human societies. The historical understanding isadvanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. This course highlightsthe nature of changes in international frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisonsamong major societies. The focus is primarily on the last thousand years of the global experience. Students areprepared for intermediate and advanced college courses by requiring performance equivalent to those of full yearintroductory college courses. End of Course (EOC) tested.This course may replace World History as a graduation requirement and prepares students to take the APWorld History exam.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: World GeographySS1210 - UNITED STATES HISTORYThis course is a history of the United States from the Civil War through the present. Emphasis is given to America'sdevelopment as a nation built on free enterprise, a world power among nations, and a democratic society based ongovernment by Constitutional laws. End of Course (EOC) tested.Required for Graduation.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitSS1310 - Advanced Placement UNITED STATES HISTORYThis program is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal criticallywith problems and materials in U. S. History. Students are prepared for intermediate and advanced college coursesby requiring performance equivalent to those of full-year introductory college courses. Students assess historicalelements, interpretative problems, and weigh evidence presented in historical scholarship. Students will develop theskills necessary to arrive at informed conclusions based on judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly andpersuasively in essay format. This course prepares student to take the AP U.S. History exam.End of Course (EOC) tested.Grade Placement: 111 unitPrerequisite: World History/World GeographySS1315 - Advanced Placement EUROPEAN HISTORYThis elective honors course is a history of Western Civilization from 1450 to present, from the High Renaissance to therecent past. It is designed to provide a basic knowledge of the intellectual-cultural, political-diplomatic, and socialeconomichistory of Europe. Students are prepared for intermediate and advanced college courses through requiringperformance equivalent to those of full-year introductory college courses. This course prepares students to take theAP European History exam but will not count as a state social studies graduation credit.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: World History/World GeographySS1213 - SPEC. TOPICS IN SOCIAL STUDIES: A - ADVANCED TEXAS STUDIESStudents are given a brief review of the early period of Texas History, from exploration through the period of the CivilWar and Reconstruction, followed by major emphasis on the problems, growth, and development of Texas in thetwentieth century.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPrerequisite: NoneSS1214 - SPEC. TOPICS IN SOCIAL STUDIES: B - AMERICAN CULTURE STUDIESThis course is designed to provide students the opportunity to study various cultural groups in our American society.The historical backgrounds, customs, art, drama, music, folklore, and other contributions of specific groups to theAmerican way of life are emphasized.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitPrerequisite: None46

SS1220 - UNITED STATES GOVERNMENTThis course provides an opportunity to explore in more detail the political and governing processes, elements ofpolitical theories, and governmental structures and functions in the social studies at previous levels. Content includessuch topics as the political processes at national, state, and local governmental levels; the political heritage;comparative economic systems; and international relations. Emphasis is placed on concepts of the free enterprisesystem, political participation, leadership, decision making, political institutions, nature of laws, and the rights andresponsibilities of American citizenship.Grade Placement: 12Required for Graduation.1/2 unitPrerequisite: United States HistorySS1320 - Advanced Placement UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT AND POLITICSThis program gives students a critical perspective on government and politics in the United States. It involves both thestudy of general concepts used to interpret American politics and the analysis of specific case studies. The courserequires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that make up the American political reality.Students are prepared for intermediate and advanced college courses by requiring performance equivalent to those offull-year introductory college courses. This course prepares students to take the AP United States Government andPolitics exam.Grade Placement: 121/2 unitPrerequisite: United States HistorySS1321 - Advanced Placement COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT AND POLITICSStudents of AP Comparative Government and Politics are introduced to fundamental concepts used by politicalscientists to study the processes and outcomes of politics in a variety of countries. The course aims to show the richdiversity of political life and communicate the importance of global political and economic changes. Comparison ofpolitical systems produces knowledge about the policies countries have effectively used to address problems. Inaddition to covering major concepts, the course will cover specific countries and their governments. Six countries formthe core of the AP Comparative Government and Politics course. China, Great Britain, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia andIran are included in this college-level introductory course. By using these six core countries, the course moves thediscussion of concepts from abstract definition to concrete example. This course prepares students to take the APComparative Government and Politics exam but is an elective and does not satisfy the government requirement forgraduation.Grade Placement: 121/2 unitPrerequisite: United States HistorySS1230 - ECONOMICS, WITH EMPHASIS ON THE FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEMThis course is designed to provide opportunities for students to identify characteristics, benefits, and goals of theAmerican free enterprise system. Emphasis is given to the basic principles and theories of production, consumption,and distribution of goods and services. Essential elements of the course include private ownership of property, the roleof government, international economic relations, consumer economics, and monetary system of money and banking.Required for Graduation.Prerequisite: United States HistoryGrade Placement: 121/2 unitSS1330 - Advanced Placement MACROECONOMICSThis course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to aneconomic system as a whole. It introduces students to fundamental economic concepts such as scarcity, opportunitycosts and comparative advantage. Other concepts include the functions performed by an economic system and theway the tools of supply and demand can be used to analyze a market economy. Particular emphasis is placed on thestudy of national income and price determination, and also develops students' familiarity with economic performancemeasures, economic growth, and international economics. This course prepares students to take the APMacroeconomics exam.Grade Placement: 121/2 unitPrerequisite: United States HistorySS1241 - SOCIOLOGYThis course deals with the study of people and their interaction with one another. The processes of socialization areexplained and are compared with other cultures. Students analyze causes and effects of social problems as well ascultural change in selected cultures. It involves learning about institutions found in all societies, such as the family,community organizations, and political or social activities.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unit47

SS1240 - PSYCHOLOGYThis survey course introduces the students to the field of psychology. It is designed to give students a basic history ofpsychology, theories of learning, self-awareness, the process of thinking, personality, heredity and mental health aswell as a study of human growth and development.Grade Placement: 10-121/2 unitSS1340 - Advanced Placement PSYCHOLOGYThis college level course will build on the psychology survey course. Students will use a college level text and othermaterials to further develop their understanding of behavior and mental processes. They will apply critical thinking tolearn psychological principles and phenomena as well as to learn and use scientific methods in the study of behavior.This course prepares students to take the AP Psychology exam.Grade placement: 11-121/2 unitPrerequisite: PsychologySS1242 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN SOC. STUDIES: C - ADVANCED SOC. SCIENCE PROBLEMSThis course will allow the student to become aware of local, national, and international current events and topics. Thestudent will discover how contemporary issues of today's society are related to past historical events. Groupdiscussion, interviewing, use of newspapers, magazines, and other media’s will be utilized by the student to identifycurrent social problems and learn how society reacts to these issues.Grade Placement: 11-121/2 unitPrerequisite: None48

***** AEROSPACE SCIENCE *****Each semester of successfully completed aerospace science will fulfill and substitute for a semester of required P.E.COURSE OFFERED AT ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL ONLY.MS1211 - AEROSPACE SCIENCE I AFJROTCThis is a history and leadership course designed to acquaint students with the historical development of flight.Students review the development of flight from ancient legends to space flight. Additionally, the role of the militarythroughout the history of the U.S. is identified. The makeup of the aerospace community and the air force is described.The leadership training relates directly to the academic subject matter with time management, study habits, basic drillmovements, and courtesies making up the core. Air Force uniforms are worn one day per week. Air Force groomingstandards will apply.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitMS1212 - AEROSPACE SCIENCE II AFJROTCThis course is designed to acquaint the students with the aerospace environment, the principles of flight andnavigation, and human limitations in flight. How the environment affects flight is discussed. This includes theprinciples of drag, lift, thrust, and weight. Students learn basic navigation, including course plotting and the effects ofwind, the effects of acceleration and deceleration on the human body, and protective equipment is discussed. Theleadership training includes communicative skills and corps activities. Written reports and speeches complement theacademic materials. Corps activities include holding positions of greater responsibilities in the corps structure.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Aerospace IMS1213 - AEROSPACE SCIENCE III AFJROTCThis course discusses the principles of propulsion systems, fundamentals of rocketry and its application to spacecraft,principles of space travel and aspect of space exploration. Rocket propulsion systems are explained. Rocket control,guidance systems, orbits, and propulsion are covered also. Artificial satellites and space probes are studied, alongwith a review of the Vietnam War. The leadership portion covers managing others, finances, and stress; citizenshipand ethics. Students employ these principles by holding key leadership positions in the corps.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Aerospace IIMS1214 - AEROSPACE SCIENCE IV AFJROTCThis course is unique to the others. It offers hands-on experience in the management of the corps activities. Studentsmust plan, organize, coordinate, direct, and control all corps activities. They practice their communication, decisionmaking,personal interaction, managerial and organizational skills. Students apply the principles of discipline,standards, and conduct in all their daily endeavors. Career guidance and survival training are also included.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Aerospace IIIMS1215 – AVIATION GROUND SCHOOLThis course is the foundation for a student interested in receiving a private pilot’s license. When the course iscompleted the student should be prepared to take and pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) writtenexamination. Topics include: aircraft and airman certifications, aircraft systems, flight instruments, aerodynamics,airports, airspace, air traffic control services, RADAR, radio communications, flight physiology, aircraft performance,aircraft weight and balance, aviation weather, flight planning and navigation, and integrating pilot knowledge and skillsin routine cross country flying. The Private Pilot Manual is the primary source for initial study and review.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Aerospace III49

Special Education:Course Options to Meet Graduation RequirementsRefer to general education course descriptions for most courses. Only courses without a general educationcounterpart will be described in this section.Courses listed in the general education (GE) Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) column are courses taughtin the general education setting in which students are responsible for mastery of all the TEKS. If the course is End ofCourse (EOC) tested, students in these courses will be assessed with the State of Texas Assessments of AcademicReadiness (STAAR) EOC. The EOC will count as 15% of the student’s overall grade for the course.If a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) requires modifications to course content in order to access theTEKS, the student will automatically graduate on the Minimum High School Plan (MHSP). Graduating on a MHSP willimpact a student’s options for post-secondary education. When course content is modified, students may be assessedwith a STAAR-Modified (STAAR-M) or STAAR-Alternate (STAAR-Alt) EOC. STAAR-M and STAAR-Alt EOC scoreswill not count as 15% of the student’s overall grade for the course. The three options for courses with modified contentare as follows:• The GE Modified column denotes courses taught in the general education setting in which the student has a contentrelated IEP. The IEP indicates modified content the student requires in order to access the course curriculum. Ifthe course is EOC tested, students in these courses may be assessed with the STAAR-M EOC as determined bythe ARD Committee.• Courses listed in the special education (SE) Modified column are taught in the special education setting in which thestudent has a content related IEP. The IEP indicates modified content the student requires in order to access thecourse curriculum. If the course is EOC tested, students in these courses may be assessed with the STAAR-Modified EOC as determined by the ARD Committee.• The SE Alternate column denotes courses taught in the special education setting in which the student has a contentrelated IEP. The IEP indicates the student is accessing the course curriculum at the prerequisite skill level. If thecourse is EOC tested, students in these courses may be assessed with the STAAR-Alt EOC as determined by theARD Committee.Required Courses: Core SubjectsEnglish/Language ArtsCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)English I LA1210* LAM210* SPLM10* SPLT10*English II LA1220* LAM220* SPLM20* SPLT20*English III LA1230* LAM230* SPLM30* SPLT30*English IV LA1240 LAM240 SPLM40 SPLT40*EOC Tested CourseMathCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)Algebra I MA1220* MAM220* SPMM20* SPMT20*Geometry MA1245* MAM245* SPMM45* SPMT45*Algebra IIMath ModelsMA1230*MA1250MAM230MAM250 SPMM50 SPMT50*EOC Tested Course50

Social StudiesCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)World Geography SS1212* SSM212* SPSM12* SPST12*World History SS1211* SSM211* SPSM11* SPST11*US History SS1210* SSM210* SPSM10* SPST10*Government/Economics SS1220/SS1230 SSM220/SSM230 SPSM20/SPSM30 SPST20/SPST30*EOC Tested CourseScienceCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)Biology SC1220* SCM220* SPCM20* SPCT20*Chemistry orIPCSC1250*SC1210SCM250SCM210 SPCM10 SPCT10Physics orEnvironmental SystemsSC1280*SC1290SCM280SCM290 SPCM90 SPCT90*EOC Tested CourseRequired Courses: ElectivesFine Arts, Communication Applications, Technology ApplicationsCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)Fine Arts varies varies SPS11L**Communication Applic LA1279 LA1279 SPS12L**Technology Applic varies varies SPS11J***Course titles are **Interpersonal Skills and ***School to Work Prep. Course descriptions are provided in the section forspecial education electives.Physical Education/HealthCourseGE Course NumbersSE Course NumbersTEKS Modified (M) Modified (M) Alternate (Alt)Found of Pers Fitness PE1249 PE1249 SPS11B**Team Sports orPE1250PE1250SPS11B**Partner PE:TeamSports PE1254PE1254Individual Sports or PE1251PE1251SPS12B**Partner PE: Indiv Sports PE1253PE1253Aerobic Activities or PE1241PE1241SPS12B**Partner PE: Aerobic Act PE1255PE1255Health PE1244 PE1244 SPS11D***Course titles are **Recreation & Leisure and ***Activities for Daily Living. Course descriptions are provided in thesection for special education electives.51

Special Education ElectivesSpecial Education electives are courses that are designed to facilitate progress in the IEP as determined by the ARDcommittee. Instruction is focused on skills the student needs to facilitate movement towards post-secondary goals.Adaptive/Study SkillsSPA170 AI, OI, VI Support ISPA171 AI, OI, VI Support IISPA172 AI, OI, VI Support IIISPA173 AI, OI, VI Support IVThese courses are designed to provide instruction on adaptive and/or study skills for students with auditory, vision,and/or orthopedic impairments.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitFunctional AcademicsSPS15C AC Communication SkillsThis course provides individualized instruction for acquiring skills in receptive and expressive language (reading,listening, writing, speaking, sign language, pictures/symbol exchange, Assistive/Adaptive Technology devices).Instruction will focus on improving the mode(s) of communication that will facilitate progress in the IEP. This class canbe repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special education services.Grade Placement: After completing English I-IVNo creditSPV143 VAC Mathematical ApplicationsThis course is designed to facilitate progress in the IEP in functional skills of mathematics for the workplace andindependent living.Grade Placement: 121 unitSPS14P AC Mathematical ApplicationsThis course is designed to facilitate progress in the IEP in functional skills of mathematics for the workplace andindependent living. This class can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibilityfor special education services.Grade Placement: 12+No creditSocial/Emotional SkillsSPS15G AC Community LivingThis course provides individualized instruction for acquiring knowledge and skills about local government andcommunity as well as citizenship responsibilities such as obeying laws, voting, and recycling. Instruction will focus onsocial expectations in community settings that will facilitate progress in the IEP. This class can be repeated until astudent meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special education services.Grade Placement: After completing required social studies coursesNo credit**SPS11L AC Interpersonal Skills I**SPS12L AC Interpersonal Skills IISPS13L AC Interpersonal Skills IIISPS14L AC Interpersonal Skills IV (no credit)These courses provide individualized instruction for acquiring skills in working cooperatively, initiating sociallyacceptable physical contact with familiar and unfamiliar people, personal space, respecting authority, conflictresolution, and personal responsibility. Instruction will focus on social interactions that will facilitate progress in the IEP.Interpersonal Skills IV can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility forspecial education services. Students earn 1/2 unit/credit in the curriculum area of Communication Applications and1 unit/credit in the curriculum area of Fine Arts.Grade Placement: 9-12+1 unit**Required course for students receiving Alternate Curriculum supports and servicesSPE154 (SEAS) or SPU154 (ABLE) Life Management ISPE155 (SEAS) or SPU155 (ABLE) Life Management IISPE156 (SEAS) or SPU156 (ABLE) Life Management IIISPE157 (SEAS) or SPU157 (ABLE) Life Management IVThese courses provide direct teaching, training, and reinforcement of specific skills needed for social emotionalcompetencies. Lessons and materials focus on developing the interpersonal social, emotional, communication, andproblem-solving skills needed for students to make progress in the IEP.Grade Placement: 9-121 unit52

Independent/Daily Living SkillsSPS14H AC Home LivingThis course provides individualized instruction for acquiring skills in and maintaining a residence including: managingpersonal living space, grocery shopping, budgeting, paying bills, and time management (developing hobbies andleisure activities). Instruction will focus on independent living skills that will facilitate progress in the IEP. This class canbe repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special education services.Grade Placement: 12+No credit**SPS11D AC Activities for Daily Living ISPS12D AC Activities for Daily Living IISPS13D AC Activities for Daily Living IIISPS14D AC Activities for Daily Living IV (no credit)These courses provide individualized instruction for acquiring skills for daily living including: nutrition, food preparation,safety and emergency procedures, and personal health issues (hygiene, grooming, dressing, and communicating withhealth care professionals). Instruction will focus on independent living skills that will facilitate progress in the IEP. ADLIV can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special educationservices. Students receiving Alternate Curriculum supports and services earn 1/2 units/credits in the curriculum areaof Health.Grade Placement: 9-12+1 unit**Required course for students receiving Alternate Curriculum supports and servicesRecreation and Leisure Skills**SPS11B Recreation & Leisure I**SPS12B Recreation & Leisure IIThese courses will be based on campus and in the community and are designed to meet the unique needs of studentswith disabilities who cannot meet TEKS requirements of regular physical education (with modifications and/oraccommodations) because of physical, social, emotional, or behavioral limitations. Students are providedindividualized instruction to support progress in the IEP for the acquisition of individual lifetime recreation activities.Grade Placement: 9-121 unit**Required course for students not attending PE in general educationEmployability/Vocational SkillsSPV141 Pre-VAC School to Work TrainingThis course helps students transition from junior high to high school and facilitate progress in the social skills identifiedin the IEP that are necessary for the world of work. Emphasis is also placed on career exploration and independentliving skills.Grade Placement: 91 unit**SPS11J AC School to Work Prep ISPS12J AC School to Work Prep IISPS13J AC School to Work Prep IIISPS14J AC School to Work Prep IV (no credit)These courses provide classroom based individualized instruction as identified in the IEP in vocational skills includingintroduction to various occupations, specific tasks required for those occupations, and assessment of vocationalaptitude and interests. School to Work Prep IV can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements orexceeds age eligibility for special education services. Students earn 1 unit/credit in the curriculum area of TechnologyApplications.Grade Placement: 9-12+1 unit**Required course for students receiving Alternate Curriculum supports and servicesSPS11N AC Neighborhood Experiences ISPS12N AC Neighborhood Experiences IISPS13N AC Neighborhood Experiences IIISPS14N AC Neighborhood Experiences IV (no credit)These courses provide individualized instruction as identified in the IEP in mobility within the neighborhood communityvia written instructions and maps. Use of neighborhood resources such as the post office, bank, library, recyclingplant, and local stores will also be explored. Neighborhood Experiences IV can be repeated until a student meetsgraduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special education services.Grade Placement: 9-12+1 unit53

SPV150 Pre-VAC Workplace IntroductionThis course prepares students to enter the workforce by facilitating progress in the IEP in the areas of communication,problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Students will learn and practice job searching techniques, how to completejob applications based on the requirements of employers and role play job interviewing skills.Grade Placement: 101 unitSPV155 Pre-VAC Community Based ExperienceThis course provides an opportunity for students to experience real-life work tasks in the community and/or in theclassroom. Supervised job-shadowing develops work-related ethics, social skills, and specific job skills as identified bythe IEP.Grade Placement: 101 unitSPS12W AC Community Based Employability Training IISPS13W AC Community Based Employability Training IIISPS14W AC Community Based Employability Training IVNo creditSPS12T AC Community Based Exploration and Training IISPS13T AC Community Based Exploration and Training IIISPS14T AC Community Based Exploration and Training IVNo creditThese double blocked courses are based in the community and provide individualized instruction and support tofacilitate the maintenance and generalization of acquired vocational skills identified in the IEP. Students will explore,sample and train in various occupational settings with a job coach. CBET IV can be repeated until a student meetsgraduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility for special education services.Grade Placement: 10-12+2 unitsPrerequisite: 1 units/credits of School to Work Prep and Community/Neighborhood ExperiencesSPV114 VAC Community Transition IThis course assesses students’ interests and aptitudes while assisting them obtain and supporting the maintenance ofemployment. Students are also provided an opportunity to research a variety of career options based on theirindividual interests and aptitudes.Grade Placement: 111 unitSPV151 VAC OJT IStudents are supported by the VAC teacher to work independently in the community. The VAC teacher works as aliaison between students and employers teaching the students to learn the skill of self-advocacy. Students earn creditby working a minimum of 15 hours per week in the community.Grade Placement: 112 unitsSPV115 VAC Community Transition IIThis course helps support the transition from high school to various post-secondary support settings. Basic consumerskills emphasizing success in independent living are taught. The primary focus is on maintaining employment anddeveloping a career portfolio.Grade Placement: 121 unitSPV152 VAC OJT IIThis course is a continuation of OJT I. Students continue to work 15 hours per week and must maintain employmentfor 6 months continuously in order to earn credit while being supported by the VAC teacher.Grade Placement: 124 unitsCommunity Based TransitionSPT 110 Community Based Independent LivingThis course is designed to meet the Transition IEP goal in the area of Daily/Adult living. It is taught in a communitysetting and will support students’ progress toward their individualized post-secondary goals as identified by the IEPand transition plan. This class can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibilityfor special education services.SPT 120 Community Based Instruction (CBI)This course is designed to meet the Transition IEP goal in the area of Community Experiences. It is taught in acommunity setting and will support students’ progress toward their individualized post-secondary goals as identified bythe IEP and transition plan. This class can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds ageeligibility for special education services.54

SPT 130 Community Based Vocational Instruction (CBVI)This course is designed to meet the Transition IEP goal in the area of Employment. It is taught in a community settingand will support students’ progress toward their individualized post-secondary goals as identified by the IEP andtransition plan. This class can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds age eligibility forspecial education services.SPT 140 College PrepThis course is designed to meet the Transition IEP goal in the area of post-secondary Education. It is taught in acommunity setting and will support students’ progress toward their individualized post-secondary goals as identified bythe IEP and transition plan. This class can be repeated until a student meets graduation requirements or exceeds ageeligibility for special education services.Options for High School GraduationThe focus for grades 9-12 will be for students to satisfactorily complete minimum credit requirements and minimumcurriculum requirements identified in the IEP and as determined by the ARD committee. After four years of highschool, students may participate in a graduation ceremony without graduating/ terminating services. Based onindividual needs, a student may then receive services on a high school campus or in the community.After meeting minimum credit and curriculum requirements, a student will graduate by completing the requirements ofthe Individualized Education Program (IEP) including one of the following conditions:• Full-time employment and sufficient self-help skills to maintain employment without direct and ongoing supportfrom the school district• Demonstration of specific employability and self-help skills that do not require direct ongoing support from theschool district• Access to services that are not within the legal responsibility of public education or to employment oreducational options for which the student has been prepared by the academic program• No longer meets age eligibility requirements and has completed requirements specified in the IEPTEC 28.025 (c)55

**** LEADERSHIP COURSES ****SL1230 - STUDENT COUNCIL LEADERSHIPThis class provides an opportunity for students to take leadership positions in the planning of school and communityactivities. The students must apply and be selected by the sponsor and principalGrade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Sponsor/Principal ApprovalSS1261 - AVID IThis course will develop strategies to ensure academic success in core studies required for entrance to four-yearcolleges and universities by developing college awareness and cross curricular writing, inquiry, collaboration, andreading skills. WIC-R strategies are refined as well as Cornell note taking and Socratic questioning strategies.Students refine life goals setting, elaborate on explanation of a process, and begin preparation for college entrancetesting.Grade Placement: 91 unitSS1262 - AVID IIThis course continues to develop strategies to ensure academic success in core studies required for entrance to fouryearcolleges and universities by developing college awareness and cross curricular writing, inquiry, collaboration andreading skills. Oral presentation language and problem-solution analysis skills are refined along with continuedrefinement of WIC-R, Cornell note taking, and questioning strategies. Students will start taking college entranceexaminations beginning with the PSAT in October.Grade Placement: 101 unitPrerequisite: AVID ISS1263 - AVID IIIThis course enhances the strategies to ensure academic success in core studies required for entrance to four-yearcolleges and universities by developing college awareness and cross curricular writing, inquiry, collaboration, andreading skills. The focus is on readiness for college testing and selection, document-gathering for the college andfinancial aid application process, and career research.Grade Placement: 111 unitPrerequisite: AVID IISS1264 - AVID IVThis course develops strategies to ensure academic success in core studies required for entrance to four-yearcolleges and universities by developing college awareness and cross curricular writing, inquiry, collaboration, andreading skills. Students finalize college admissions essays, continue focus on college placement examinations, andexamine/prepare for college life by selecting courses and finding support services available on university campus.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: AVID III**** NON-CREDIT ****NC1031 - ATHLETIC TRAINER/MANAGERStudents serving as athletic trainers/managers will support the organization, management, and delivery of an athleticprogram.Grade Placement: 11-12No CreditPrerequisite: Principal ApprovalNC1032 - LIBRARY OPERATIONSThis course is designed to provide student-centered learning that will help the student understand and use correctlylibrary resources, including all forms of media and a wide variety of audio-visual equipment.Grade Placement: 10-12No CreditPrerequisite: Librarian ApprovalNC1033 - STUDENT OFFICE ASSISTANTStudents serving as office assistants will be responsible to an assigned administrator and must report one period eachday to perform primarily clerical duties to expedite necessary documentation for the classroom, library, and offices.Grade Placement: 11-12No CreditPrerequisite: Principal Approval56

NC1011 - MASTERY ASSISTANCE CENTERStudents attend regular education classes and receive support services such as modified materials, highlighted texts,having tests read, and assistance with assignments from a special education teacher.Grade Placement: 9-12No CreditNC1055 - GED PREPARATIONStudents may enter this program at Venture School through application and/or partial transfer.Grade Placement: noneNo Credit*** MISCELLANEOUS CODES ****NC0081 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 1NC2050 - GRADUATE-END OF 1 ST SEMNC0082 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 2 NC0091 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 1NC0083 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 3 NC0092 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 2NC0084 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 4 NC0093 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 3NC0085 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 5 NC0094 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 4NC0086 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 6 NC0095 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 5NC0087 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 7 NC0096 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 6NC0089 - ON JOB TRAINING, PERIOD 8 NC0097 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 7NC0040 - LUNCH NC0098 - NO CLASS, PERIOD 857

**** CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY ****Courses are classified and listed in the following Achieve Texas Career Clusters:• Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resource.. 58• Architecture and Construction. 59• Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications. 59• Business Management and Administration...... 61• Education and Training 63• Finance... 63• Health Science.. 64• Hospitality Services.. 65• Human Services 66• Information Technology 66• Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security. 67• Manufacturing 68• Marketing 68• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics 69• Career Preparation Work Experience 71Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AHS and MHS)CT1210 – INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGIESStudents develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the history of agriculture, career opportunities in the agricultureindustry, and leadership and success in the global agriculture economy. Students will investigate career opportunitiesin the agriculture sciences and technologies fields.Grade Placement: 9-101 unitCT1211 – AGRICULTURE MECHANICS AND METAL TECHNOLOGIESStudents develop knowledge and skills including, but not limited to: electrical wiring, plumbing, irrigation systems,small engine repair, carpentry, fencing, and concrete as they pertain to the agricultural industry. Students willinvestigate career opportunities in the agriculture power, structural, and technical systems fields.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unitCT1213 – ANIMAL SCIENCEStudents develop knowledge and skills of animal systems to prepare them for career opportunities in the animalmanagement industry. Animal species may include, but are not limited to: dairy and beef cattle, swine, sheep, goats,and poultry.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unitPrerequisite: Introduction to Agriculture Sciences and TechnologiesCT1215 – HORTICULTURE SCIENCEStudents develop knowledge and skills related to horticulture management through work in, and maintenance of, agreenhouse. Students will develop leadership skills as they oversee plant production and management of greenhouseactivities. Students will be prepared for career opportunities and understand the requirements and expectations of thehorticulture industry.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitCT1217 – EQUINE SCIENCEStudents develop knowledge and skills relating to equine systems to prepare them for career opportunities in theequine management industry. Equine species may include, but are not limited to: horses, donkeys, mules, and ponies.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unitCT1218 – SMALL ANIMAL MANAGEMENTStudents develop knowledge and skills relating to small animal systems to prepare them for career opportunities in thesmall animal management industry. Animal species may include, but are not limited to: small mammals, amphibians,reptiles, avians, dogs, and cats.Grade Placement: 9-12½ unit58

CT1219 – WILDLIFE FISHERIES AND ECOLOGY MANAGEMENTStudents develop knowledge and skills relating to wildlife, fisheries, and natural resources management. Studentsexamine the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and ecological systems. Students willinvestigate career opportunities in the wildlife, fisheries, and ecology management fields.Grade Placement: 9-12½ unitCT1212 – AGRICULTURE METAL FABRICATIONStudents develop knowledge and skills in the design and fabrication of agricultural facilities. Students will be preparedfor career opportunities in the agriculture mechanization, technical systems, and facilities fields.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Agriculture Mechanics and Metal TechnologiesArchitecture and ConstructionCT1230 – INTERIOR DESIGNStudents develop knowledge and skills related to the environment in which they live and work. Topics include thedesign of interior rooms and exterior spaces, construction trends, environmental issues, wise consumer decisions, andthe ability to compete in industry. Students study residential as well as nonresidential systems. Students will investigatecareer opportunities in the interior design field.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: None (Introduction to Human Services recommended)CT1231 – WOOD TECHNOLOGIESStudents develop knowledge and skills specific to employment in fields related to construction and fabrication of woodproducts. Students will develop safe working habits in the use of hand tools, portable power tools, and woodworkingmachinery. Students will investigate career opportunities in the woodworking industry.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT1232 – ADVANCED WOOD TECHNOLOGIESStudents develop advanced knowledge and skills specific to employment in fields related to construction andfabrication of wood products and services. Students will develop advanced uses of hand tools, portable power tools,and woodworking machinery. Students will research and report on career opportunities in the woodworking industry.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Wood TechnologiesArts, Audio/Video Technology, and CommunicationsCT1240 – FASHION DESIGN EXPLORATIONThis project-oriented course focuses on fashion from the perspectives of personal decision making related to thefashion industry and of career preparation. Topics include managing the apparel dollar, historical costume, wardrobeplanning, clothing care, principles and elements of design, textile development, fashion production, and marketing.Quality apparel construction is addressed as students complete various individual projects.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: None (Introduction to Human Services recommended)CT4241 – FASHION PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENTThis lab course will address the textile and fashion industries, textile design and production, apparel design practicesand influences, and career preparation. Collaboration with the Class in the Parks marketing education program andwith the AISD Spirit Threads store in the Parks Mall will provide authentic marketing opportunities and entrepreneurialexperiences using state-of-the-art computerized industry equipment. Class held at Sam Houston High School only.This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for a third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisite: Fashion Design and Exploration59

CT1248 – ADVERTISING AND GRAPHIC DESIGNClass held at LHSStudents develop knowledge and skills needed for success in the printing and graphic design industries with a focuson advertising. Students will create projects such as magazine layouts, package designs, and web designs using avariety of software packages including, but not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and the MicrosoftOffice Suite. Students will investigate career opportunities in the advertising and graphic design industry. Class held atLamar High School only.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT4248 – ADVANCED ADVERTISING AND GRAPHIC DESIGNClass held at LHSStudents develop advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the printing and graphic design industries witha focus on advertising and product/service promotion and marketing. Students will create print ready projects whilefurther developing their design proficiencies leading to employability skills, while having the opportunity to earn theAdobe Photoshop CS5 industry certification. Students will research and report on career opportunities in theadvertising and graphic design industry. Class held at Lamar High School only.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsCT1242 – ANIMATIONStudents will develop technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, andCommunications career cluster as they develop an understanding of the history and techniques of the animationindustry. Students will create animation projects using a variety of software applications, including 2-D and 3-Danimation. Students will investigate careers in all aspects of motion graphics. This course is approved for onetechnology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Keyboarding Applications or other computer course.CT1243 – ADVANCED ANIMATIONStudents will develop advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/VideoTechnology, and Communications career cluster. Students will create two- and three-dimensional animations as theydevelop expertise in the technological aspects of motion graphics. Projects will focus on career applications in theanimation industry. Students will research and report on career opportunities in the animation and motion graphicsindustry. This course is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 11-12Prerequisite: Animation1 unitCT1244 – PHOTOGRAPHYStudents develop knowledge and skills of photography and video principles including, but not limited to: composition,lighting, camera operations, and visual medium. Students will use digital and traditional cameras and video equipmentto create projects and gain an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating qualityvisual media. Students will investigate career opportunities in the photography industry. This course is approved forone technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT1245 – ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHYStudents develop advanced knowledge and skills of specialty photography and video principles. Students will usedigital and traditional cameras and video equipment to create advanced projects and develop a higher understandingof the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality visual media. Students will research and reporton career opportunities in the photography and video fields. This course is approved for one technologyapplications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: PhotographyCT1246 – AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTIONStudents will develop technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Audio//Video and Communicationsindustry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities. This course isapproved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement 10-121 unit60

Business Management and AdministrationCB1210 – INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS AND MARKETINGThis course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interestingand relevant activities and problems in business, marketing, and finance. Knowledge and skill will be gained throughthe introduction of business and marketing principles; the exploration of personal finances, sales, and advertising; andthe impact of global business on the U.S. economy.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitCB1220 – KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONSStudents learn to operate the keyboard by touch and to develop acceptable speed and accuracy levels. The purposeof the class is to introduce proper formatting of documents for personal and business use and to give students theopportunity to apply their keyboarding skills in “real life” situations. Students will apply touch system data entry forproduction of business documents.Grade Placement: 9-10½ unitCB1221 – COMPUTER INFORMATION APPLICATIONSCIA prepares students to apply skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create wordprocessingdocuments, develop spreadsheets and databases, and make electronic presentations using appropriatesoftware. This course is recommended for students with an introductory level of computer knowledge. Studentscomplete the course with an intermediate level skill in word-processing, spreadsheet, database applications andpresentations. This course is approved for technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: Keyboarding Applications or Pass Placement TestCB1222 – ADVANCED COMPUTER INFORMATION APPLICATIONS(Microsoft Office Specialist Certification)This course teaches students to apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies,create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and makean electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software. Students will also be prepared with softwarespecific instruction and training in how to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams (PowerPoint,Word, Excel, Access and Outlook). This professional industry certification distinguishes its holders with MicrosoftApplications Mastery, enhances college and career resumes, and certifies skills in a highly competitive globaltechnological job market. This course is approved for technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Computer Information ApplicationsCB1321 – HONORS COMPUTER INFORMATION APPLICATIONSThis course is intended for potential AP and IB students. Students will learn the skills taught in both KeyboardingApplications and in Computer Information Applications in an accelerated and more rigorous curriculum. They willapply these skills as they investigate the complications and implications of living in a technology rich society. Thiscourse is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9-101 unitCB1223 – BUSINESS WEB TECHNOLOGIESStudents will be introduced to the business application of web designing in a technology-driven society. Students useindustry-standard web design software and apply production processes related to web design as they design webpages and learn to interact in a business technology environment. Students will be prepared for the WorldOrganization of Webmasters industry certification exam which allows students to advance in the field of webdesign. This course is approved for technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Computer course recommendedCB1216 – BUSINESS LAWStudents analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding issues relating to the legal environmentincluding business ethics, torts, contracts, negotiable financial instruments, personal property, sales, and warranties.The concepts of agency, employment, and real property are discussed. Students apply technical skills and explorecase studies to address business applications of contemporary legal issues as they learn to make appropriatebusiness decisions.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unit61

CB1214 – INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSStudents will prepare to do business in today’s global economy as they learn to become competent consumers,employees, and entrepreneurs. Students apply technical skills to address global business applications of emergingtechnologies and to develop a foundation in the financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects ofinternational business. Topics include international finance, global trade and investing, advertising, transportation,international laws pertaining to business, culture of various countries, and appropriate business etiquette in the U.S.and other countries.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unitCB1212 – VIRTUAL BUSINESSStudents will learn the start-up and growth of virtual businesses by looking into the nature, history and duties ofonline/virtual businesses through the use of a simulation program. This course will include discussions in licensing,contracts, marketing, pricing and record maintenance for online businesses. Students will learn the decision makingprocess for owning a business with a virtual client base.Grade Placement: 11-12½ unitCB1218 – MAPPING YOUR FUTUREThis course is designed to prepare students for the transition from high school to post-secondary college and careerpursuits. Students will incorporate the extensive use of the Career Cruising Career Guidance System to do selfassessments,explore educational and career options, explore the college application process, learn about financialaid options, and learn about the job application process. They will apply technical communication and reasoning skillsas they prepare to enter the global business world, and they will develop individual career portfolios as they identify lifegoals and make career plans for their future.Grade Placement: 11-12½ unitCB4280 – BUSINESS EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIPStudents will have opportunities for first-hand experience in the areas of problem solving, decision making,organizational planning, business ethics, job search, and customer service through associations with local corporatebusinesses. Students participate in observation, shadowing, and hands-on functions for two periods during theirschool day. Through this program the students will gain awareness and insight into the professional world and willhave a better understanding of the role of management in the free enterprise system. This course will satisfy the AISDgraduation requirement for the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisite: Application, 16 years of age, Computer Information Applications ICB4281 – ADVANCED BUSINESS EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIPStudents will extend their training from Business Internship to strengthen individual performance in the workplace andto make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students will apply technical skills toaddress business applications of emerging technologies and will further develop their insight into the economic,financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business.Grade Placement 122 unitsPrerequisite: Application, 16 years of age, Business InternshipCB6280 – BUSINESS PRACTICUMThis course prepares students for careers in business occupations through a combination of classroom instruction andon-the-job training of at least 15 hours per week in area businesses. Classroom instruction will incorporate generaloffice procedures; various software programs including database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, word processing,and presentation graphics; and college and career readiness. This course spans the entire school year. This coursewill satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-123 unitsPrerequisite: 16 years of age, Application, Technology CourseCB6281 – ADVANCED BUSINESS PRACTICUMStudents will extend their training from Business Practicum to strengthen individual performance in the workplace andto make a successful transition to the workforce or post-secondary education. Students will apply technical skills toaddress business applications of emerging technologies and will further develop their insight into the economic,financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business.Grade Placement: 123 unitsPrerequisite: Business Practicum, Application62

Education and TrainingCT4258 – READY,SET,TEACH!This course is for the student who seeks to pursue a career in education. Students will build a foundation for learningthe principles of effective teaching practices, be able to identify the qualities of effective schools and the personalcharacteristics needed by professionals to be successful in educational careers. Students will be engaged in preparinginstructional materials, planning and presenting lessons, and developing group activities at their field site as theyparticipate as interns at elementary or junior high schools under the joint supervision of their high school teacher andmentor teacher at the field site. Upon successful completion of specific criteria in this course, students will be giventhe opportunity to earn a “Letter of Commitment” from the Arlington ISD which provides the opportunity for futureemployment with the district. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for the third semester of P.E.credit.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisites: Application, Child Development suggestedCT4259 – ADVANCED READY,SET,TEACH!In the second year, students will expand their knowledge of effective teaching methods and enhance their practice ofteaching and training skills as they take on more responsibility beyond that learned in the Ready,Set,Teach! course.Students will participate as interns at elementary, junior high or high schools under the joint supervision of their highschool teacher and mentor teacher at the field site.Grade Placement: 122 unitsPrerequisite: Ready,Set,Teach!FinanceCB1240 – MONEY AND ME!Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to set life-long financial goals. They will learn to manage theirfinances on a daily basis as they learn to analyze their goals and select methods of achieving them throughinvestments, tax planning, asset allocation, risk management, retirement planning and estate planning.Grade Placement: 9-12½ unitCB1244 – ACCOUNTINGStudents investigate the field of accounting as they study the basic principles of accounting and the recording andinterpreting of accounting information. Students learn accounting terminology, the fundamental accounting equation,its application to accounting procedures, and the basic steps in the accounting cycle. This course is stronglyrecommended for anyone planning to major in Business in college.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCB1245 – ADVANCED ACCOUNTINGStudents continue the investigation of the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as wellas economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. This course incorporates thecomplete accounting cycle with detailed emphasis on assets, liabilities and stockholder’s equity. Additional emphasison partnerships, analysis of financial statements, and cost accounting is included. Students engage in variousmanagerial and cost accounting activities as they learn to formulate and interpret financial information for use inmanagement decision making.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Accounting ICB1241 – BANKING AND FINANCEStudents evaluate the role of banking in the modern economy and develop knowledge and skills in banking to becomea competent consumer, employee, and entrepreneur. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includesthe operations, sales, and management of banking institutions to gain a complete understanding of how banksfunction within society. Additional topics include credit, bank accounts, stock market, real estate, and internationalbanking.Grade Placement: 11-12½ unit63

Health ScienceCT1280 – CONCEPTS OF HEALTH CAREThis course is designed for the student who is interested in health-related careers. It provides students with aknowledge of a variety of concepts including terminology, medical and legal ethics, human anatomy and physiology,CPR and First Aid. Students will explore health care as an industry and integral part of the economy. A full year ofthis course will satisfy the AISD Health graduation requirement.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisites: Algebra I and BiologySC1223 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF HUMAN SYSTEMSThis course provides an opportunity to observe anatomical structures and examine physiological systems. Studentswill apply the principles of physiology to human health and well-being. Independent lab skills and techniques areemphasized. This course will satisfy a 4th science requirement for graduation.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Biology and Chemistry (or concurrently)CT1281 – MEDICAL TERMINOLOGYThis course is basic to all students interested in careers in the health care industry. It is designed to introducestudents to the structure of medical terms including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, and singular andplural forms, plus medical abbreviations and acronyms. The course allows students to achieve comprehension ofmedical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.Grade Placement: 11-12½ unitCT1282 – PREPARATION FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANThis course will provide students with knowledge and skills in the classification and study of prescription andnonprescription pharmacological agents to understand the treatment, care, and restoration of the patient’s health.Course content will emphasize drug classifications, drug action, drug administration, ethical and legal issues, safety,and the impact of pharmaceutics on the health care industry. Pharmacy technician skills will be acquired in order toprepare students for the National Pharmacy Technician exam, which they can take after graduation.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisites: On grade level in Math and ScienceCT4280 – HEALTH CARE ROTATIONSThrough classroom instruction and first-hand observation, this course offers a unique opportunity for the student topreview a broad range of careers within the health care industry. Students may observe professional health carepersonnel in clinical, pharmacy, hospital or veterinary settings. Classroom instruction supports and enriches theobservation experience. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisite: 16 years of age, ApplicationCT4281 – ADVANCED HEALTH CARE ROTATIONSThis course places emphasis on specific health-related careers identified for further study and observation byindividual students. Some hands-on training and in-depth observation may be available. Students are mentored byone or more health care professionals who will assist them in developing career-specific experiences.Grade Placement: 122 unitsPrerequisite: Health Care Rotations, ApplicationCT6280 – HEALTH CARE WORK EXPERIENCEArea health care facilities provide unique training for students wishing to explore a specific health care career. Relatedclassroom instruction enhances the experience while giving the student a broader view of health care in general. Thisexperience may be paid or unpaid. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for the third semester ofP.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-123 unitsPrerequisite: 16 years of age, Application64

CT6281 – ADVANCED HEALTH CARE WORK EXPERIENCEStudents will expand their knowledge and skills of a specific health care profession through in-depth classroominstruction and greater responsibility in their training area. Students will develop leadership and employment skills andset specific career goals.Grade Placement: 123 unitsPrerequisite: Health Care Work Experience, ApplicationCT1384 – PLTW--PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEThis course receives weighted GPA. This course is the first of a series of four courses in the Project Lead the Way(www.pltw.org) Biomedical Science sequence. Throughout the sequence students will develop teamwork,communication, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills and will investigate a variety of careers inbiomedical sciences. In this course, students investigate body systems and health conditions, including heartdisease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, and infectious diseases. They determine factors that led to the death of afictional person and investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life.Activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, medicine, and research processes. Key biologicalconcepts are embedded in the curriculum.Grade Placement 9-121 unitPrerequisite: 9th-Biology or concurrent; 10th-12 th -Biology and taking grade level scienceCT1385 – PLTW—HUMAN BODY SYSTEMSThis course receives weighted GPA. This course is the second of a series of four courses in the PLTW BiomedicalScience sequence. Students investigate the human body systems and other health conditions in order to determinethe factors that led to the death of a fictional person. Key biological concepts including homeostasis, metabolism,inheritance, feedback systems, and defense against disease are embedded throughout the course.Grade Placement 10-121 unitPrerequisite: CT1384-Principles of Biomedical ScienceHospitality ServicesCT1264 –NUTRITION AND FOOD MANAGEMENTThis laboratory course connects the principles of nutrition and wellness with the management and preparation of foodto support healthy consumer choices. In the fall semester, students will explore the role of nutrients and metabolismin designing balanced diets and will investigate the effects of food allergies, fast foods, and convenience foods onindividual and family health. Second semester, students will examine the principles of safe handling of food andequipment and will apply effective work habits, food preparation, and presentation techniques in meal preparation.Students will investigate career opportunities and workplace skills needed for success in the food industry.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT4266 – HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIPClass held at LHS & hotelThis course provides opportunities for students to combine classroom instruction with on-site hotel experiences asthey learn about general employability skills, job-specific skills in the hotel industry, job interviewing techniques,communication skills, financial and budget skills, regulatory compliance, human relations, and portfolio development.Students will research career opportunities and qualifications necessary for careers available in the hospitality industry:food service, hotel management, and travel and tourism. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement forthe third semester of P.E. credit.Grade placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisite: ApplicationCT4267 – ADVANCED HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIPClass held at LHS & hotelThe second year course gives students the opportunity to participate in a more in-depth experience in the hospitalityindustry and build upon the foundation knowledge gained in the first course.Grade Placement: 122 unitsPrerequisite: Hospitality Internship65

Human ServicesCT1260 – INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SERVICESStudents will apply the results of self assessment and career information as they investigate careers in the humanservices, education, and hospitality career clusters. Through a wide variety of laboratory activities and projectsspecific to the various clusters, students will gain an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills essential forsuccess in high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand human services careers.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitCT1262 – CHILD DEVELOPMENTStudents will gain knowledge and skills related to the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth anddevelopment of children from prenatal through school-age. In the first semester, students will analyze theresponsibilities of parenting, prenatal care and development, and the development of infants. During the secondsemester, students will continue investigating the development of toddler through school-age children of diversebackgrounds including those with special needs. Students will analyze issues relative to child care and protectionsuch as nutritional needs, family violence and abuse, and health care. Students will also investigate careers related tothe care and education of children.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT1261 – INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPSStudents will examine the role of relationships and their impact on the lives of individuals and groups. Relationshipsin families and with others are examined, including factors relating to dating and marital success, quality familydevelopment, and the family life cycle with a specific emphasis on stress management and types of crisis situations.Students will analyze how to manage the multiple roles of family member, community member, and wage-earner.They will also investigate opportunities and preparation requirements for careers in counseling and mental healthservices.Grade Placement: 10-12½ unitCT6268 – COSMETOLOGY ICT6269 – COSMETOLOGY IICosmetology is a two-year program intended for students who are serious about obtaining their TexasCosmetology Commission State Operator License. The student is expected to pass the exam to obtain theirlicense at the end of the second year, before graduation. Both parts of the exam--written and practicalapplication—must be passed in order to obtain the license. Classroom instruction includes sterilization andsanitation processes, chemical principles involved in the use of hair and beauty products, shampooing, hair cutting andstyling, coloring, permanent waving, and manicuring. Students must complete 1000 clock hours in the Cosmetologyclasses before being eligible to sit for their exam; therefore, good attendance is mandatory. Students will attend class4 periods. Classes are held at Sam Houston High School. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirementfor the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11 for Cosmetology I; 12 for Cosmetology II3 unitsPrerequisite: Application, Instructor ApprovalCT1265 – PARENTING FOR SCHOOL AGE PARENTS ICT1266 – PARENTING FOR SCHOOL AGE PARENTS IIThis course is designed to aid school-age parents/homemakers, including pregnant teenagers, in developing parentingand coping skills to become productive citizens. Concepts and skills emphasized will include family health,developmental stages of children, family concerns and management, and career opportunities. Student must beparenting or pregnant to enroll.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitInformation TechnologyCT1250 – COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN INDUSTRYStudents develop knowledge and skills in a variety of software applications used in technology driven industries.Activities include the creation and presentation of multimedia projects, architectural and engineering drawings, 3-Ddesign, animations, and advanced internet use. Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills as theyaddress problems and solutions in the information technology environment. Students will investigate careeropportunities for businesses that rely heavily on the use of technology. This course is approved for one technologyapplications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 10-121 unit66

CB1223 – BUSINESS WEB TECHNOLOGIESStudents will be introduced to the business application of web designing in a technology-driven society. Students useindustry-standard web design software and apply production processes related to web design as they design webpages and learn to interact in a business technology environment. Students will be prepared for the WorldOrganization of Webmasters industry certification exam which allows students to advance in the field of webdesign. This course is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Computer course recommendedLaw, Public Safety, Corrections, and SecurityCT1270 – INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICEStudents will be introduced to professions in law enforcement, security, corrections, and fire and emergencymanagement services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, privatesecurity, and protective agencies of fire and emergency services. The course provides students with an overview ofthe skills necessary for careers in law enforcement, fire service, security, and corrections.Grade Placement: 9-121/2 unitCT1271 – CRIMINAL JUSTICE IStudents will study an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement.This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcementterminology, and the classification and elements of crime. Students will investigate career opportunities in the lawenforcement field.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitCT1272 – CRIMINAL JUSTICE IIStudents will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement by building uponthe concepts established in the Criminal Justice I course. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities,operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony. Students will investigatecareer opportunities in the law enforcement field.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisites: Criminal Justice ICT1273 – COURT SYSTEMS AND PRACTICESCourt Systems and Practices is an overview of the federal and state court systems. The course identifies the roles ofjudicial officers and the trial processes from pretrial to sentencing and examines the types and rules of evidence.Emphasis is placed on constitutional laws for criminal procedures such as search and seizure, stop and frisk, andinterrogation. Interested students may apply to participate on the Mock Trial team.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisites: Criminal Justice ICT4821 – FIREFIGHTER IThis course is the first year of a two-year commitment to the Arlington Independent School District Fire Academy. It isa dual credit course conducted in cooperation with Tarrant County College and the Arlington Fire Department. Duringthe two years, students will receive the training and skills necessary to sit for the exams to become Texas CertifiedFirefighters and National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians at the end of the second year. Instruction willconsist of classroom and field experiences. Enrollment is limited but is open to students from all Arlington highschools. Interested students should see their counselor for information about the application and selection process.Classes will be held at Sam Houston High School. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for thethird semester of P.E. credit. This course is GPA exempt.Grade Placement: 11 only2 unitsPrerequisites: Eligible for Early Enrollment at TCC, pass Accuplacer, Application, InterviewCT4822 – FIREFIGHTER IIThis course is the second year of a two-year commitment to the Arlington Independent School District Fire Academy.It is a continuation of Firefighter I. This course is GPA exempt.Grade Placement: 12 only2 unitsPrerequisites: Successful completion of Firefighter I67

ManufacturingCT1220 - CONCEPTS OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY, AND SCIENCE APPLICATIONSStudents develop knowledge and skills relating to the application of science, technology, engineering, and math.Computer-based and hands-on, instructions are delivered via streaming video. Students work at their own pace,experimenting, designing, and building projects that may include, but are not limited to: transmitting sound throughlasers, generating electricity with a windmill, and milling a personal name plate. Content reinforces math, science, andengineering skills. Students will investigate career opportunities in a variety of advanced technological fields. Thiscourse is approved for one technology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitCT1234 – WELDINGStudents develop knowledge and skills in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, and metal-working techniquesneeded in the welding industry. Students have the opportunity to use oxy/fuel, shielded metal arc, MIG, and plasmacutting equipment as they create projects. Students will investigate career opportunities in the welding industry.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: Algebra ICT1235 – ADVANCED WELDINGStudents develop advanced knowledge and skills in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, and metal-workingtechniques needed in the welding industry. Students will use oxy/fuel, shielded metal arc, MIG, and plasma cuttingequipment as well as TIG and flux-core wire feed welders as they create individual and group projects using advancedwelding and cutting techniques. Students will research and report on career opportunities in the welding industry.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Welding, GeometryMarketingCB1261 - ENTREPRENEURSHIPDo you want to be your own boss? It takes more than a great idea to succeed in business. In this class students willlearn the basics of what is needed to be a successful entrepreneur. Students will develop an idea and write a businessplan to develop and promote the business and its products and services as they develop an entrepreneurial mindset.Students will have the opportunity to take their business plan to competition with DECA, the student organization formarketing students. Offered only at The Class in The Parks.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitCB1263 – FASHION MERCHANDISINGThis course is for the “Fashionista” but with “no sewing required.” If you love fashion, learn the business side as we takean in-depth journey though the industry and gain a working knowledge of promotion, textiles, merchandising, selling, visualmerchandising, and career opportunities. You will learn what it takes to prepare for a career in fashion through hands-onprojects that you can take to competition through DECA, our student organization. Offered only at The Class in The Parks.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitCB1262 – SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT EVENT MARKETINGIf you love the sports and entertainment industry, this course will help you learn the business side! You will learn thebasics of marketing and develop original and creative ideas for entertainment and sports related businesses such assponsorships, event marketing and promotions, and endorsement contracts through assignments, projects, computersimulations, and group activities. Offered only at The Class in The Parks.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitCB4262 – SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING INTERNSHIPStudents will have opportunities for first-hand experience in the areas of marketing, problem solving, organizationalplanning, business ethics, and customer service through associations with local businesses and organizations in thesports and entertainment fields. Students participate in observation, shadowing, and hands-on functions for twoperiods during their school day. Offered only at the Class in The Parks. This course will satisfy the AISD graduationrequirement for the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-122 unitsPrerequisite: 16 years of age, Application68

CB4263 – ADVANCED SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING INTERNSHIPStudents will extend their training from Sports and Entertainment Marketing Internship to strengthen individualperformance in the workplace and to make a successful transition to the workforce or post-secondary education.Students will apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies and will further developtheir insight into the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of the entertainmentbusiness. Offered only at the Class in The Parks.Grade Placement: 122 unitsPrerequisite: Sports and Entertainment Marketing InternshipCB6260 – MARKETING WORK EXPERIENCEDo you want to earn money while you learn about marketing? This is the class for you! You’ll learn about marketingand job skills in a project-based class, and then apply what you’ve learned in a paid job working at least 15 hours perweek. Classroom topics include pricing, product planning, promotion, purchasing, risk management, and selling skills.Offered at AHS, MHS, SHHS and The Class in The Parks. This course will satisfy the AISD graduation requirementfor the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-123 unitsPrerequisite: 16 years of age, ApplicationCB6261 – ADVANCED MARKETING WORK EXPERIENCEStudents will extend their training from the first year to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and tomake a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students will apply technical skills toaddress business applications of emerging technologies and will further develop their insight into the economic,financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of marketing. Offered at AHS, MHS, SHHS and TheClass in The Parks.Grade Placement: 123 unitsPrerequisite: Marketing Work ExperienceScience, Technology, Engineering, and MathematicsCT1390 – PLTW-INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGNThis course receives weighted GPA. It is the foundation course in a series of Project Lead the Way(www.pltw.org) pre-engineering courses designed to introduce the student to the field of engineering and prepare thestudent to pursue a career in engineering. Students will develop problem solving skills, with emphasis on the conceptof developing a 3-D model or solid rendering of an object, beginning with hand sketching and advancing to 3-Dmodeling software. The course will emphasize the design development process of a product and how a model of thatproduct is produced, analyzed and evaluated using a computer aided design system. Various design applications willbe explored with discussion of possible career opportunities. This science, technology, and math integrated programfocuses on engineering design processes while helping students develop skills that better prepare them for a rigorousacademic college curriculum. Students who take and pass the PLTW college-credit exam, given at the end ofthe course, can receive college credit at PLTW-affiliated universities. The time limit for application for creditvaries by university so students should apply immediately after passing the exam. This course is approved fortechnology applications graduation credit.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: 9th grade: passed regular 8th grade math with an 80 and Algebra I concurrent; 10th & up: Passed Alg. Iand Geometry concurrentCT1391 – PLTW-PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERINGThis course receives weighted GPA. It is part of the Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) pre-engineeringsequence and will guide students toward an understanding of the field of engineering and engineering technologywhile developing skills that better prepare them for a rigorous academic college curriculum. Applying the principles ofphysics to various technology systems and manufacturing processes helps students learn how engineers andtechnicians use science, technology, and math in an engineering problem-solving process to benefit people. Thecourse includes concerns about social and political consequences of technological change. Students who take andpass the PLTW college-credit exam, given at the end of the course, can receive college credit at PLTWaffiliateduniversities. The time limit for application for credit varies by university so students should applyimmediately after passing the exam.Grade Placement: 9-121 unitPrerequisite: 9th grade: only eligible if passed IED in summer school; 10th grade: passed Algebra I, Geometryconcurrent; 11 & 12th grades: passed Algebra I & Geometry, Algebra II concurrent69

CT1392 – PLTW-DIGITAL ELECTRONICSThis course receives weighted GPA. This Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) pre-engineering course is a coursein applied logic which encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Computer simulation software isused to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. This science,technology, and math integrated program focuses on engineering design processes while helping students developskills that better prepare them for a rigorous academic college curriculum. Students who take and pass the PLTWcollege-credit exam, given at the end of the course, can receive college credit at PLTW-affiliated universities.The time limit for application for credit varies by university so students should apply immediately afterpassing the exam.Grade Placement: 10-121 unitPrerequisite: 10th grade: passed Algebra I & Geometry concurrent; 11 & 12th grades: passed Algebra I & Geometry,Algebra II concurrentCT1294 – PLTW-AEROSPACE ENGINEERINGThis Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) course applies principles of aeronautics, flight, and engineering. The coursewill include experiences from the diverse fields of aeronautics, aerospace engineering, and related areas of study. Itwill cover many areas including the following: history of flight; airfoil design, construction, and testing; rocket enginethrust; rocket trajectory; effects of gravity; navigation systems; glider design; intelligent vehicles; and remote sensing.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: Passed any previous PLTW course, Algebra I, & Geometry; Algebra II concurrentCT1295 – PLTW-ENGINEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENTThis course is the senior capstone course of the Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) pre-engineering sequence.Students will work in teams to research, design, and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem.Students apply principles developed in the four preceding courses and are guided by an engineering mentor. Studentswill present progress reports, submit a final written report, and present their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers atthe end of the course.Grade Placement: 121 unitPrerequisite: Passed Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Introduction to Engineering Design and at least one otherPLTW courseCB4283 – ENGINEERING INTERNSHIPClass held at MHSThis course is designed to provide an opportunity for senior students who have taken Project Lead the Way preengineeringcourses to obtain hands-on work experience with an area engineering firm. Students will apply technicalskills to address business applications of engineering and business concepts and will develop their insight into theeconomic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of engineering.Grade Placement: 122 unitsPrerequisite: Application, 16 years of age, PLTW courseSC1228 – PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGYIn Principles of Technology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods duringinvestigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Various systems willbe described in terms of space, time, energy, and matter. Students will study a variety of topics that include laws ofmotion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and characteristics and behaviorof waves. Students will apply physics concepts and perform laboratory experimentations for at least 40% ofinstructional time using safe practices. This course will satisfy a science credit requirement for theRecommended and Minimum graduation plans.Grade Placement: 11-121 unitPrerequisite: One year science, Algebra I & GeometryCT6287 – PRACTICUM-BASIC WATER CERTIFICATIONStudents combine classroom instruction with paid or unpaid employment experiences of at least 15 hours per week asthey develop their knowledge of the water industry. Work experience along with classroom instruction is intended tohelp students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to obtain the entry level TCEQ Basic Water license. Thiscourse will satisfy the AISD graduation requirement for the third semester of P.E. credit. An application is required.Offered only at Arlington High School.Grade Placement: 123 units70

Career Preparation Work ExperienceCT6288 – CAREER PREPARATION IStudents combine classroom instruction with paid employment experiences of at least 15 hours per week to preparestudents with the skills to be successful in a fast-changing workplace. Students are taught job-specific skillsapplicable to their training station, job interview techniques, communication skills, financial and budget activities,human relations, and portfolio development. Course content is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment ofacademic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success. This course will satisfy theAISD graduation requirement for the third semester of P.E. credit.Grade Placement: 11-123 unitsCT6289 – CAREER PREPARATION IIStudents further develop essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job trainingof at least 15 hours per week in an approved business and industry training area. Classroom content includes suchtopics as employee-employer relationships, economics, and laws affecting employees and employers. Students willcontinue developing their portfolio and will research and report on career opportunities in their career field.Grade Placement: 123 units71