Curriculum Guide - Coal City High School

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ADVANCED WEB DESIGNRegional Course ID: B2811Grade 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prerequisite: "B" avg. in Concepts ofWeb Design & Instructor approvalThis course deals with advanced based web design. Students will work in an independent learning environmentwith unique and varying assignments. Primary focus will be on the building and maintenance of the district's website. Course may be repeated with instructor permission. This is a dual credit articulated course with Joliet Jr.College. Students have the option of earning 3 credits in CIS 221 at the community college.ENTREPRENEURIAL PUBLISHINGRegional Course ID: B2101Grade 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Application required. Also,Adv. Applications/Mac or DesktopPublishing & Instructor approvalThis class is a school-based enterprise and combines the concepts and experiences of owning your own businesswith the creation of forms, programs, newsletters, business cards, certificates and brochures. Students will work onreal life situations using desktop publishing, word processing, digital photography and graphics. Course may berepeated with instructor permission.DESKTOP PUBLISHINGRegional Course ID: B2611Grade 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Application required& Advisor ApprovalThis course will involve the complete production of a high school yearbook. Students will design and edit pagesfor submission to the publisher. They will also be responsible for writing copy, interviewing, budgeting, sellingadvertisements, taking photos, and marketing the book. Software used in the class includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop,Microsoft Word, and Excel. Course may be repeated with instructor permission.Physical Education Department - Course DescriptionsPHYSICAL EDUCATIONGrade 9-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: NonePhysical development and health directly affect one's performance in all areas of life. Physical education provides studentswith the knowledge and skills for the development of a healthy lifestyle, and also provides the opportunity to acquireboth physical fitness and the skills necessary for various leisure time activities.WEIGHTLIFTING/FITNESSGrade 10-12 or student athlete 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Freshman P.E.This course is designed for those individuals interested in muscular strength development and cardiovascular fitness.Opportunities will be provided through our weight room facility for strength development and improvement of bodycomposition.HEALTHGrade 9 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prerequisite: NoneThis required course is designed to motivate students to investigate their physical, mental, and social traits. Topics to becovered include: mental health, safety and first-aid, sex education, disease control, dependency-causing substances, decision-makingand self-esteem.FIT FOR LIFEGrade 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Freshman P.E.This course is designed for those who want to attain and/or improve their physical fitness and health, and will focus onthe 5 components of health-related fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and endurance, body compositionand flexibility. Pedometers, heart rate monitors, free weights, weight machines and cardiovascular equipment will beused to ensure that class goals are met. Sound dietary principles and stress management techniques will also be addressed.-32-
DRIVER EDUCATION/SAFETYGrade 9-10 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prerequisite: Sophomore standing; Freshmen eligible2nd semester with birthdate by 12/31/1997This course consists of two parts. One is planned classroom instruction and practice driving designed to developproper habits, attitudes, skills, and background knowledge of motorists. Driver education class includes at least 30hours of classroom study and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training with an instructor. In addition, students are requiredto complete 100 hours of documented practice driving time under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.During the second part of the course, students will complete a unit which includes infant, child, and adult CPR,AED, and basic first aid techniques. State law requires the student to have passed at least 8 classes (4 credits)in the preceding two semesters in order to take Driver Ed. and apply for a license. There will be a course feeof $50 to cover the Behind-the-Wheel portion of this course..Fine Arts Department - Course DescriptionsART I/VISUAL DESIGNGrade 9-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: NoneArt I introduces the “elements and principles of design” through the creation of 2-dimensional art works. A varietyof media are used including pencil, colored pencil, markers, chalk and paint. The students learn different techniquesin the production and discussion of their art works and the art works of the Great Masters. A variety ofthemes, cultures and artists are explored through individual and group activities. A $25 lab fee will be charged tocover the cost of project materials.DRAWING/PAINTINGGrade 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Passing grade in Art ITwo dimensional art works that focus on the "elements and principles of design", development of themes, mediaexploration and problem-solving are created in this class. The media used include watercolor, acrylics, pastels,chalk, marker, charcoal, pencil and colored pencil. The subject matter ranges from Realistic to Abstract with emphasison unique and creative combinations of techniques and materials. An art history section will also be covered.A $25 lab fee will be charged to cover the cost of project materials.CRAFTS/CERAMICSGrade 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prerequisite: Passing grade in Art IThis course explores 3-dimensional designs through the production of functional and aesthetic art works in clay,paper mache’, glass, plaster, wood and found objects. Different cultures, artists and styles of crafts are explored. A$25 lab fee will be charged to cover the cost of project materials.JEWELRYGrade 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prerequisite: Passing grade in Art IThis class focuses on the design and creation of jewelry through the use of metals (nickel-silver, brass and copper).The skills of cutting, soldering and polishing are taught with emphasis on design, craftsmanship and safety. Modern,Native American Indian, realistic, and abstract designs are explored. A $25 lab fee will be charged to cover thecost of project materials.INDEPENDENT ART PORTFOLIOGrade 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prerequisite: Passing grade in Drawing/Painting & Instructor ApprovalThis is an advanced course and is open only to Junior and Senior students that intend to pursue a career in the Arts.The student must be recommended by the Art instructor and exhibit a desire to develop and explore a variety ofavenues to enhance his/her creative development. Emphasis is place on both deadlines and creativity. Studentsmust complete sketchbooks as homework and write personal and peer critiques. A $25 lab fee will be charged tocover the cost of project materials.-33-
Page 1 and 2: Coal CityHigh SchoolCURRICULUMPLANN
Page 3 and 4: Graduation RequirementsEnglishMathe
Page 5 and 6: Academic InformationRegistration &
Page 7 and 8: 9th 10th 11th 12thIndividual Career
Page 9 and 10: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —INDUST
Page 11 and 12: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —BUSINE
Page 13 and 14: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —ARTS &
Page 15 and 16: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —HEALTH
Page 17 and 18: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —HUMAN
Page 19 and 20: Suggested 4-Year Plan for —NATURA
Page 21 and 22: HONORS ENGLISH 3 (Writing Intensive
Page 23 and 24: FOUNDATIONS OF GEOMETRYGrade 10-12
Page 25 and 26: INTEGRATED SCIENCEGrade 11-12 2 Sem
Page 27 and 28: U.S. HISTORYGrade 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Cr
Page 29 and 30: SMALL ENGINES & AUTOMOTIVERegional
Page 34 and 35: WIND SYMPHONY/MARCHING BANDGrade 9-
Page 36 and 37: GRUNDY AREA VOCATIONAL CENTER -Cour
Page 38 and 39: CRIMINAL JUSTICEGrade 12 2 Sem. 4 C

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