Lonoke High School

LonokeHigh School

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Course Selection Guide

LonokeHigh School

2013-2014

2013-14LonokeHigh School Course Offerings

Student Name
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Last
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First
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Current Grade Level / MATHEMATICS
____ Algebra I*
____ First Part Algebra I
____ Second Part Algebra I
____ Geometry*
____ Algebra II*
____ Pre AP Geometry*
____ Algebraic Connections
____ Pre AP Algebra II*
____ Pre-calculus Including Trig*
____ AP Calculus AB
____ Algebra III
____ Linear Systems/Statistics
____ AP Statistics
____College Algebra
____Bridge to Algebra II
____ Pre-AP Algebra I / LANGUAGE ARTS
____ English 9*
____ English 10*
____ English 11*
____ English 12*
____ Pre AP English 9
____ Pre AP English 10
____ AP English LanguageComposition
____ AP English Literature & Composition
____ Drama*
____ Journalism I*
____ Journalism II Yearbook
____ Journalism III Yearbook
____ Journalism IV Yearbook
____ Oral Communication*
____ English Language Learner (ELL/ESL)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
____ Spanish I*
____ Spanish II* / ARMY JROTC
____ Army JROTC I
____ Army JROTC II
____ Army JROTC III
____ Army JROTC IV / COLLEGE COURSES
____College Composition I
____College Composition II
____College Algebra
FINE ARTS
____ Art *
____ Art II
____ Art History
____ Vocal Music I*
____ Vocal Music II
____ Vocal Music III
____ Vocal Music IV
____ Instrumental Music I*
____ Instrumental Music II
____ Instrumental Music III
____ Instrumental Music IV / BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
____ Keyboard Applications
____ Word Processing I
____ Comp. Business Applications*
____ Comp. Accounting I*
____ Comp. Accounting II*
____ DC I Digital Layout and Design*
____ DC II Digital Imaging*
____ DC III Digital Media*
____ DC IV Digital Audio/Video Production*
____ Internship
____ Senior Technology Seminar
____College and Career Readiness / AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
____ Survey of Agricultural Systems*
____ Agricultural Mechanics *
____ Animal Science*
____ Biological Animal Science*
____ Managing Natural Resources*
____ Aquaculture*
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE EDUCATION
____ Family & Consumer Science*
____ Child Development*
____ Parenting*
____ Nutrition and Wellness*
____ Food and Nutrition* / HEALTH AND SAFETY
____ Health and Wellness*
____ Physical Education*
____ (Full Year) Physical Education / SOCIAL STUDIES
____ World History*
____ Pre-AP World History
____ American History*
____ Junior AP US Government & Politics
____ Senior AP US Government & Politics
____ Honors Economics
____ Psychology
____ Economics
____ American Government
VOCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
____ Introduction to Medical Prof.
____ Introduction to Medical Prof. Extended
____ Medical Terminology
____ Medical Procedures
____ Human Anatomy & Physiology
____ Non-Structural Analysis/Repair
____ Painting / Refinishing
____ EAST Initiative I
____ EAST Initiative II
____ EAST Initiative III
____ EAST InitiativeIV / SCIENCE
____ Physical Science*
____ Biology*
____ Pre-AP Biology
____ Environmental Science*
____ Chemistry*
____ Physics*
____ AP Biology
____ AP Chemistry / * 38 Required Units To Be Taught

Course Offerings

English 9

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will read content, practical, poetry, drama, and literary prose pieces, focusing on narrative literature and Elizabethan tragedy; write narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces, focusing on narrative writing and using the conventions of standard English; speak and listen, focusing on the conventions; and research, focusing on the research process.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:410000

English 10

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will read content, practical, poetry, drama, and literary prose pieces, focusing on lyric literature and classical tragedy; write narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces, focusing on expository writing and using the conventions of standard English; speak and listen, focusing on the conventions; and research, focusing on the research process.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:411000

English 11

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will read content, practical, poetry, drama, and literary prose pieces, focusing on free verse, modern drama, and American literature; write narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces, focusing on persuasive writing and using the conventions of standard English; speak and listen, focusing on the conventions; and research, focusing on the research paper.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:412000

English 12

Grade 12 only / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will read content, practical, poetry, drama, literary prose pieces, focusing on formal verse, the tragic hero across genres, and British literature; write narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces, focusing on expository and persuasive writing and using the conventions of standard English; speak and listen, focusing on the conventions; and research, focusing on the research paper.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code: 413000

Oral Communications

Grade 10,11,12 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
Learn the basics of public speaking, oral interpretation, drama, intrapersonal and interpersonal communication, and listening.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:414000

ELA Drama

Grade 11,12 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
Learn public speaking, oral interpretation, drama and theater techniques. Emphasis is placed on performance. Course may only be taken one time for graduation credit.
Prerequisite:
Oral Communications
Course Code:416000

English Language Learner (ELL/ESL)

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is designed to provide communication skillsandtutoring for students whose primary spoken/written Language is other than English. Eligibility for this class will be determined by committee, under direction of the ESL coordinator.
Prerequisite:
Placement by district only
Course Code:971600

Pre AP English 9

Grade 9 only / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Writing and literature are covered in depth with an emphasis on writing about literature , and abstract, analytical thought.
Prerequisite:
Proficient or Advanced on 8th Grade
Benchmark Exam or
Parent-student/teacher recommendation
Course Code:410001

Pre AP English 10

Grade 10 only / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Challenging literature-based writing class where
students will analyze reading of major works in
writing assignments of various lengths
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP 9 or
B average in regular English or
Parent-student/teacher recommendation
Course Code:411002

AP English Language & Composition

Grade 11 only / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course will enable students to read complex texts, mostly nonfiction, with understanding and to write prose of sufficient richness and complexity to communicate effectively with mature readers. Students will take the AP exam in the spring, which may earn the student up to six hours of college credit. For students to receive weighted credit for this class, they must complete the AP exam
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP 10
B average in regular English
Parent-student/ teacher recommendation
Course Code:517030 WEIGHTED

AP English Literature & Composition

Grade 12 only / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course will enable students to close read and critically analyze complex literary texts, focusing on literature of established merit across time and genre, and write mature analysis of these texts. Students will take the AP exam in the spring, which may earn the student up to six hours of college credit. For students to receive weighted credit for this class, they must complete the AP exam.
Prerequisite:
AP English Language Comp or
B average in regular English or
Parent-student/teacher recommendation
Course Code:517040 WEIGHTED

College Comp I

Grade 12 only / 1 Unit / Semester
Description:
Study the essay form, structure, and style, focusing on the expository essay. Compose essays, focusing on expository. Emphasis will be placed on original thought and competency in the writing process.
Prerequisite:
19 or higher on English and Reading
section on the ACT is required.
Course Code:41300F DUAL CREDIT

College Comp II

Grade 12 only / 1 Unit / Semester
Description:
Study literature: novella, poetry, drama, and short story. Students will write coherent, stylistically strong, literary analysis.
Prerequisite:
College Comp I
Course Code:41300S DUAL CREDIT

Journalism I

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is built upon instruction and practice in the publication of yearbooks and/or literary magazines and is based on the Arkansas English Language Arts Frameworks. This course is a pre-requisite for Journalism II Yearbook.
Prerequisite:
By application only
Course Code:415000

ADE Journalism II(Yearbook)

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is built upon instruction and practice in the publication of yearbooks and/or literary magazines and is based on the Arkansas English Language Arts Frameworks. This course is a pre-requisite for Journalism II Yearbook.
Prerequisite:
Journalism I
By application only
Course Code:515030

ADE Journalism III(Yearbook)

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will work directly on the school yearbook as
a staff member, sell ads, write copy, write headlines,
lay out pages, and take pictures. An IBM compatible
computer will be used to submit pages for printing.
Prerequisite:
Journalism II
By application only
Course Code:515040

ADE Journalism IV (Yearbook)

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Continuation of Journalism III
Prerequisite:
Journalism III
By application only
Course Code:515050

Spanish I

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Vocabulary development, grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are taught using the Spanish language.
Prerequisite:
C average in English
Course Code:440000

Spanish II

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Continuation of Spanish I class with expansion in grammar, vocabulary, and culture.
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Spanish I with a C or better
Course Code:440020

Health and Wellness

Grade 9,10,11,12 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
Study aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
including drug and alcohol abuse and treatments,
sex education, marriage, divorce, parenthood,
being an individual and not a member of a group,
and diet and nutrition.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:480000

Physical Education

Grade 9,10,11,12 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
Students will learn the value of lifetime sports and
physical activities and participate in such sports as
volleyball, whiffleball, aerobic conditioning, etc.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:485005

(Full Year)Physical Education

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Students will learn the value of lifetime sports and
physical activities and participate in such sports as
aerobic conditioning, badminton, basketball, pickle-ball, softball, table tennis, and tennis.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:485000

Algebra I

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The study of functions, equations, and data collection & interpretation with and without context.
Prerequisite:
Pre-Algebra
Course Code:430000

First Part Algebra I

Grade 8,9,10,11 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The first half of the Algebra I program with emphasis on equations and basic skills with and without context.
Prerequisite:
Pre-Algebra
Course Code:530100

Second Part Algebra I

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The second half of the Algebra I program with emphasis on functions and data collection & interpretation with and without context.
Prerequisite:
1st Part Algebra I
Course Code:530200

Geometry

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The study of geometric forms with algebraic emphasis.
Prerequisite:
Algebra I or
2nd part Algebra I
Course Code:431000

Linear Systems / Statistics

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra II and expect to further their studies in business, social sciences, or education.
Prerequisite:
Algebra II
Course Code:439090

Algebra II

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The detailed continuation of Algebra I and the study of the complex number system
Prerequisite:
Algebra I or 2nd Part Algebra I and
Geometry or Pre AP Geometry
Course Code:432000

Algebraic Connections

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The students will evaluate data, analyze linear functions, & write and solve equations, inequalities, and their systems
Prerequisite:
1st & 2nd part Algebra I with a C or less and
Geometry
Course Code:439030

Algebra III

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course will enhance the higher level thinking skills developed in Algebra II through a more in-depth study of those concepts and exploration of some Pre-calculus concepts.
Prerequisite:
Algebra II
Course Code:439070

Bridge to Algebra II

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
to provide students who have completed Algebra I with the additional math foundation they need to be successful in a Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSS-M) Algebra II course.
Prerequisite:
Geometry
Course Code:435000 (Pending)

Pre AP Algebra I

Grade 9 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The in-depth study of geometry through the use of integration, applications, and connections.
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP Grade 8 with A or B average
Course Code:430002

Pre AP Geometry

Grade 9 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The in-depth study of geometry through the use of integration, applications, and connections.
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP Algebra I with A or B average
Course Code:431001

Pre AP Algebra II

Grade 10 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The detailed continuation of Accelerated Algebra I and the study of the complex number system with trigonometry.
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP Geometry with A or B average
Course Code:432001

PreCalculus Including Trigonometry

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
An advanced course in complex algebraic calculations
and trigonometric properties
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP Algebra II with A or B average or
Teacher Recommendation
Course Code:433000

AP Statistics

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The study of the role of statistics, the data entry analysis process, methods of collecting data, graphical and numerical methods of describing data, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite:
Trig/Precal with an A or B average
Transitions to College Math with A or B average
Course Code:539030 WEIGHTED

AP Calculus AB

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The detailed continuation of Accelerated Algebra I and the study of the complex number system with trigonometry.
Prerequisite:
Trig/precal with A or B average
Course Code:534040 WEIGHTED

College Algebra

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Semester
Description:
A view of higher algebra and its uses in sets, matrices, and higher forms of math. Credit may be received for college and high school.
Note: For students who did not take Pre-AP Algebra I in the 9th grade must also take Another math class in their senior year to complete Smart Core requirements.
Prerequisite:
19 or better on the ACT Math Section and
Algebra II with a C or better
Course Code:539900 DUAL CREDIT

Physical Science

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Introduction to and a prerequisite for Chemistry and Physics. A semester is spent on each. This is a lab Course.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:423000

Biology

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
The content will cover atoms to organisms. Labs and projects are required.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:420000

Chemistry

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
Covers topics from atomic theory to the molecule. It is a lab course that requires a scientific calculator.
Prerequisite:
Physical Science and
Algebra I or 2nd Part Algebra
Course Code:421000

Environmental Science

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This is a laboratory investigative approach surveyingenvironmental science, earth science, meteorology and space science through a major emphasis on ecological interactions and man’s use of the earth and its resources. Students construct a miniature ecosystem and will study the biological, and chemical factors that control it. In addition, scientific, social, geographical and economic issues are incorporated in the course work with an emphasis on specific case studies.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:424020

Pre AP Biology

Grade 10 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is designed to replace 10th grade Biology
for college-prep students who plan careers or majors in
science. It is intended to prepare students for AP Biology as a senior. This course includes labs as well as math and writing techniques required for success in AP Biology. A graphing calculator is highly recommended.
Prerequisite:
A or B average in previous science course
Course Code:420001

Physics

Grade 11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
College-prep course that covers topics from motion to electricity. This is a lab course requiring a scientific Calculator
Prerequisite:
Physical Science and Algebra II
Course Code:422000

AP Biology

Grade 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of a college biology course. The course includes 25% cellular biology,25 % molecular genetics, and 50% organismal biology. Twelve AP labs will be completed between the two years of Pre-AP Biology and AP Biology. A summer reading assignment and science fair are also required. A graphing calculator is highly recommended.
Prerequisite:
Pre-AP Biology and Chemistry
Course Code:520030 WEIGHTED

Pre AP Chemistry

Grade 11 & 12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is designed to replace 11th grade Chemistry for college-prep students who plan careers or majors in science. It is intended to move at an accelerated rate and go into greater depth than general chemistry. This course includes labs as well as math and writing. A scientific calculator is highly recommended.
Prerequisite:
Teacher Recommendation Only
Course Code:421002

American History

Grade 9,10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
A required survey course, which briefly reviews U.S. beginnings to the Civil War and focuses on events from Civil War to present day.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code: 470000

World History

Grade 10,11,12 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
A survey course studying world history from the beginning of time to the present
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code:471000

Economics

Grade 11 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
The study of the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services. The Course explains, compares and contrasts the economic systems used around the world. Among the topics are the function of money and other resources, the laws of supply and demand, and the role of banks and government within capitalist economies.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code: 474300

American Government

Grade 11 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
This course will encompass the study of the foundations, functions, and behaviors of our government system in the United States
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code: 474100

Psychology

Grade 11,12 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
Course will focus on developmental psychology from birth to adulthood, social development, abnormal behaviors and theories of learning.
Prerequisite:
None
Course Code: 474400

Pre–AP World History

Grade 10 / 1 Unit / Year
Description:
This course is designed to prepare students for future AP social studies courses. The content covers world history from about 8000 B.C. to modern times. The class is structured to provide intellectual engagement, acquisition, and development of skills such as critical thinking, reading, and writing.
Prerequisite:
American History and Teacher Approval
Course Code: 471001

ADE Enhanced Junior

AP US Government & Politics

Grade 11 / ½ Unit / Semester
Description:
This course gives students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. It includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret US government and politics and the analysis of specific examples, including current events.
Prerequisite:
World History and American History
orTeacher Approval
Course Code:572040 WEIGHTED

Honors Economics