School District of Cornell Nondiscrimination Notice
The Cornell School District does not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability or handicap in its education programs or activities.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Number of Credits Required for Graduation: 24 credits
Required credits 15 credits
Elective credits 9 credits
The classes and the number of credits needed are listed below:
A student must be in attendance for 8 semesters.
A minimum of 24 credits will be required for graduation. Courses required within this total are as follows:
4 credits – English (must include in Public Speaking)
3 credits - Mathematics
3 credits - Science
1 1/2 credits - Physical Education(A student may replace .5 credits of Physical
Education if they complete an additional .5 credits in Math, Science,
English, Social Studies, or Health. It must be a W.I.A.A
sanctioned sport and the student must successfully
complete the season.)
3 credits - Social Studiesmust include:
1 credit World Studies (9th)
1 credit U. S. History (11th)
1/2 credit American Government (12th)
1/2 credit Social Studies Electives
1/2 credit – Computer Applications
1 semester – Health (grades 7-12)
All students will be required to take at least 7 credits each year. Study halls are at the Principal’s discretion.
Some variations of the above requirements may be made by the Principal when long illnesses, a transfer student, or other extenuating circumstances make it necessary.
4-YEAR COLLEGE PREP RECOMMENDATIONS
English ...... 4 credits (Public Speaking)
Mathematics ...... 4-5 credits
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Advanced Algebra
- Pre-calculus
- Calculus
Science ...... 3-4 credits
- Physical Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Chemistry II
Social Studies ...... 4 credits
Foreign Language...... 2-3 credits
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TECHNICAL COLLEGE PREP RECOMMENDATIONS
English ………………………………………….. 4 years-(Public Speaking)
Mathematics………………………………………2 years-Including Algebra
Science……………………………………………2 years-Some colleges/programs may have a specific science requirement.
Social Studies…………………………………… 3 years
Electives………………………………….………Computer skills and courses available in you
areas of vocational interest
There are no general course admission requirements for Wisconsin technical colleges. However, individual programs may require specific courses for admission.
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Ag Business / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Ag Machining / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Ag Metals / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Agri-Science I / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Ag Structures I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Ag Structures II / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Ag Welding I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Ag Welding II-Project Based / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Ag Woods I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Ag Woodworking II-Project Based / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Animal Science-Transcripted Credit CVTC / .5 / Semester / 11, 12
Engineering / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Food Science / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Forestry / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Greenhouse Management / .5 / Semester / 11, 12
Horticulture-Transcripted Credit CVTC / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Landscaping / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Small Engine I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Small Engine II / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Advanced Small Engines-Project Based / .5 / Semester / Approval
Vet Science-Transcripted Credit CVTC / .5 / Semester / 11, 12
Wildlife Management I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
AGRI-SCIENCE/AG Tech
Agri-Science I
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class focus: 9 – 12
May be used as a science credit
Agriculture is still a major employer in the United States, with 19% of the work force employed in Agri-science careers. This course is an introduction to Agri-science. Topics covered will be;“Whatis Agri-science?” and its importance to society. A soil science unit will be covered with students developing a soil and water management plan for a tract of land. A unit on leadership will also be covered in which we will learn basic parliamentary procedure.
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class focus: 9 – 12
This course will cover agriculture business information. Topics that will be covered will range from how to start a business, the materials needed to run a business successfully, how to market an agricultural product, the different types of businesses you can have and some of the financial obligations a business owner faces. Students in this class will use their knowledge they learn in the classroom to help run the FFA milk machine business throughout the semester.
Animal Science-Transcripted Credit—CVTC
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite-Agriscience 1
Class focus: 10 – 12
May be used as a science credit
This course provides fundamental knowledge of the animal science field. Topics include animal health, animal environments, anatomy and physiology, genetics and reproduction, animal feedstuffs, and job-related safety. Participants will experience animal concepts through the completion of hands-on activities.
AquacultureCredits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite-AgriScience I
Class focus: 10 - 12
This course is for students who are interested in fish and fish farming. This course examines how natural lakes, rivers, oceans, and fish farms can produce enough fish and seafood to feed the world’s growing population. Students will learn the importance and the future of various aquaculture systems. Water quality and water testing methods will be covered along with fish anatomy. We will also cover the sport side of fishing like regulations, tackle, knots and equipment needed. Taxidermy of fish will also be covered and students will be able to complete a fish mount.
Engineering
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite-Algebra
Class focus: 10 – 12
This course will cover problem solving and creative design problems. Students will be learning problem solving skills and how to apply them to everyday situations. As part of this course students will participate in a couple competitions where they will demonstrate their knowledge in a contest situation. Students will be doing classroom work as well as hands-on activities in the shop.
Food Science
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class focus: 9 – 12
This course will cover a range of different food topics from chicken, beef, pork, lamb, to fruit. We will be covering things such as how the meat cuts are processed and then how they are prepared by cooking, dehydrating, or preserving. We will also cover nutritional aspects of the different food areas. Students will be doing classroom work and getting into the foods lab to create some food products throughout the semester.
Forestry
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Private landowners account for over 60% of the forestland ownership in Wisconsin. Forests are a vital part of our Agriculture Industry here in Wisconsin, providing jobs for thousands of workers. In this course students will investigate the importance of our forests. We will cover topics such as Forestry careers, tree identification, tree physiology, timber cruising, legal land description, forest management, chainsaw safety and proper tree felling techniques. Numerous outside labs will be conducted and time will be spent at the school forest.
Greenhouse Management
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Horticulture is recommended
Class Focus: 11 - 12
This course will teach proper greenhouse management techniques with an emphasis on developing work based skills in students. Students will learn all aspects of proper greenhouse management including seed starting, transplanting, fertilizing, container selection and design, media types, and environmental controls. Students will be responsible for managing the school greenhouse and conducting a bedding plant sale from planting to marketing. Students will spend much time in the greenhouse completing hands on activities.
Horticulture--Transcripted Credit—CVTC
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 10 – 12
May be used as a science credit
This course will cover topics about horticulture. Plant terminology, parts, functions and why horticulture is such a growing industry. Students will use their knowledge to grow things in the greenhouse and help with the poinsettia sale towards the end of the semester. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC transcripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits.
Landscaping
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This course will cover the aspects considered in designing a landscape for a home, business, or recreational area. The students will take the knowledge they have learned and create their own hand drawn design. We will be taking all the knowledge and making a computer aided landscape design. Students will also learn about caring for a landscape and will use their knowledge to apply it to community areas in the late spring.
Small Engines I
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of 2 and 4 cycle engine theory and operation. Topics covered will be small engine part identification, engine construction, fuel systems, carb systems, ignition systems, lubrication systems and cooling systems. Students will also learn to use and identify tools and measuring instruments used in small engine maintenance and repair. Students will spend time in the shop disassembling and reassembling a 5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine. Safety glass required.
Small Engines II
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite:Small Engines I
Class Focus: 10-12
Small Engines II will begin where Small Engines I ended. Classroom time will be spend on measuring engine performance, cylinder reconditioning, valve reconditioning, piston and ring conditioning, engine tune-up, trouble shooting, service and maintenance of small engines. Student will disassemble and reassemble a 6.5 Koehler engine. Then they will have shop time to work on individual engine projects from home. Safety glasses required.
Advanced Small Engines
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Small Engines I, II
Class Focus: 11-12 Need Instructor Approval
This course is for students who want to do work in the shop on advanced small engine projects. Projects can include repair, overhaul or complete restoration of a small engine. Safety glasses required. Prerequisite for this course is Small Engines I and II and Instructor consent.
Wildlife Management I
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Did you ever wonder what kind of duck that was or what is that pawed up area under that tree? This course is designed to acquaint you with the outdoors and the wildlife species in our area. We will cover topics such as upland game birds and their management, duck identifications, whitetail deer, game laws, predators and orienteering. We will cover how we can improve wildlife habitat on our own property. Our motto will be: Leave no child inside.
Vet Science- Transcripted Credit—CVTC
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Animal Science
Class Focus: 10 - 12
This course will cover topics dealing with agricultural animals. Information covered will range from information on body systems, functions of those body systems, and how to care and handle large animals in distress. This course can be taken for transcripted credit from CVTC. Students that chose to take it for credit will be expected to do more rigorous work to meet the CVTC requirements for the course.
Ag Metals
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite None
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This course is an introduction to metal processing technology. Students will study shop safety, hand tool use and identification, steelmaking process, and precision layout. Projects will be constructed in the areas of bench metal working, metal forging, and sheet metal working. Safety will be stressed and students are required to supply safety glasses and leather gloves.
Ag Machining
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite None
Class Focus: 9-12
In this course students will study the five basic machining operations drilling, turning, milling, grinding and shaping. Students will learn precision measurement with micrometer and calipers. Student projects will be constructed mainly in the machine shop area using milling machines and lathes. Safety glasses required.
Ag Welding I
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Ag Metals
Class Focus: 9-12
This course is designed to instruct students on basic welding theory, processes, and equipment operation for light-duty welding. Students will learn and perform SMAW or “stick welding,” GMAW or “wire-feed,” and oxy/fuel “torch” welding. Students will use various metal cutting machines to prepare metal for welding. Safety glasses and leather welding gloves are required.
Ag Welding II
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Ag Metals
Class Focus: 9-12
This course is for the student who wants to learn advanced welding techniques and to apply those welding skills to shop projects. Safety glasses and leather welding gloves are required. This is a project based course. Prerequisite is Ag Welding I and Instructors consent.
Ag Woods I
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite None
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This is a class for students who want to explore woodworking and wish to enhance
their skills and challenge themselves. Students will learn how to properly machine lumber by using power tool such as jointers, planers, bandsaws and tablesaws. Required and elective projects will be made. As students advance, they will focus on learning the terminology necessary to use power tools successfully, developing skills to safely use these tools in the workshop and becoming familiar with various kinds of wood-finishing materials. Students will learn project layout, prepare bill of materials, cut lists, assembly, and finish techniques. Safety glasses required. Material Fees may be required.
Ag Woods II
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Ag Woods I
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This class is for the student who wishes to advance their wood working skills. Students will learn advanced techniques and will apply them to individually planned projects. Student will be responsible for wood costs incurred in their projects. Safety glasses required. Material Fees may be required.
Ag Woods III
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Ag Woods I and II. Instructor approval required
Class Focus: 10 - 12
This wood working course is for the advanced woods student who would like to increase mastery of their wood working skills into the areas of furniture and cabinet building. This is a project based course. Safety glasses required. Prerequisite for this course is Ag Woodworking I and II and Instructor consent. Material Fees may be required.
Ag Structures I (Tool Knowledge and Basic Building Construction)
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite None
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This course will cover carpentry and the building industry. Students will learn about materials, material estimation and selection, tools, tool use and building layout techniques. Skills learned will be used to construct a storage shed as a class project. Safety glasses are required.
Ag Structures II (Building Construction)
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite Ag Structures I
Class Focus: 10 – 12Students will expand on Ag Structures I. Students will be required to build a scale model structure and then build a full scale model. This course will familiarize students with building codes, industry standards, teamwork, career skills, safety standards, and quality standards.
ArtArt I-Foundations / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Art II- Color Study / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Computer Graphic Design I / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Computer Design (CAD) / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Drawing 1 / .5 / Semester / 10, 11, 12
Multi Media / .5 / Semester / 9, 10, 11, 12
Art I-Foundations
Credits: 1\2
Elective
Semester
No Prerequisite
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Students will learn the correct techniques needed to improve personal standards in drawing, painting, and ceramics. We will study contour, gesture, and perspective techniques in a variety of media including graphite, ink, pastel and colored pencil. Students will learn how to properly mix colors in preparation for Art II.
Art II-Color Study
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Art I
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Students will study color in a variety of mediums such as tempera and acrylic paint, color pencil, pastel and oil pastel. We will study color schemes and work extensively with the color wheel. Students will learn how to use colors in a complimentary fashion while mixing separate mediums together to create balanced and unified art. We will study specific artists and learn how they used color and style to tell the story of their paintings.
Computer Aided Design
Credits: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Art 1
Class Focus: Use of computer aided drafting programs to design shapes and three dimensional structures.
This class will explore the modern process of drawing on computers.Introduction to 3 dimensional design using Auto-Cad. Letters, drawings, structures will be created. Principals of art such as shading, perspective, proportion, balance, and contour will be focuses.
Drawing I
Credit: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Art 1, Art 2
This course allows students to focus on the drawing aspects of art. Students will use elements of art (line, shape/form, space, texture, and value) in illustrations as they study concepts of proportion, scale, and perspective. Attention will be given to two-dimensional work using several media including pen and ink, pencil, and chalk.
Graphic Design I
Credit: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Art 1
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Course is designed to allow students to utilize visual art skills acquired through previous introductory art class instruction. Various methods are used to create and combine words, symbols, and images to create a visual representation of ideas and messages. Students will experiment with page layout, logo and product design. We will also study typography (fonts) and how they interact with each other.
Multi-Media.
Credit: 1/2
Elective
Semester
Prerequisite: Graphic Design I
Class Focus: 9 - 12
Students will create advanced graphic construction on both the computer and in actual form. Elements of digital photography will be emphasized.The course will examine latest opportunities, technologies, and techniques for the creation of media. Students will be responsible for the care of equipment as well as meet the expectations of the instructor and district technology use policy.
BusinessComputer Applications / .5 / Semester / 9,10, 11, 12
Computerize Accounting / .5 / Semester / 9,10,11,12
Game Design / .5 / Semester / 9,10,11,12
Introduction to Business / .5 / Semester / 9,10,11,12
IT Networking / .5 / Semester / 11,12
Marketing / .5 / Semester / 9,10,11,12
Personal Finance / .5 / Semester / 11,12
Web Design / .5 / Semester / 9,10, 11, 12
Computer Applications
Credits: 1/2
Required
Semester
Prerequisite: Keyboarding or equivalent competencies
Class Focus: 9 - 12
This course is open to all students. This is a beginning computer course
designed to familiarize the student with the history of computers and how
the different components interact. The primary purpose of the course is to
help students specialize in database, spreadsheet, and word processing
applications. A significant amount of time is spent on the computer. This
is an excellent course for preparing a student going into a computer or
business field. It is also one of the two courses offered that will meet
the graduation standard for 1/2 credit in computers. The other is the
Computer Programming course.