East Ridge High School
2015-2016
Curriculum Guide
January 2015
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East Ridge High School Course Selection Guide 2015-2016
INTRODUCTION
This guide offers a brief description of each course available to high school students at East Ridge
High School. Utilization of these course descriptions will be helpful in planning your educational
program. East Ridge High School follows an established process for student course registration,
review, and changes to the final schedule. Please follow the school procedures as the master
schedule for the 2015-2016 school year is built on student requests during spring 2015 preregistration.
School counselors strive to serve students in a professional manner and prepare a program of study
that mirrors each student’s needs and interests. Additional factors that can affect the student’s
program of study include performance on state assessment tests (FCAT and EOC) and the student’s
previous grades in core subjects. It is essential to note that decisions regarding the offering of specific
courses are based upon several factors. Student enrollment, availability of qualified personnel, and
facility needs are examples of variables that must be considered when deciding whether a certain
class should be carried or deleted.
No person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status,
qualified handicap or disability or social and family background, be excluded from participation in,
be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity
under the direction of Lake County Schools.
REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING TIMELINE for 2015-2016
February:
February 20-27th:
Mid-March-April:
May 27th:
June 5th:
August 11th-13th:
Distribution of program guide and registration forms to 9th-11th grade students
Registration at for 9th-11th grade students in Media Center with counselor
Preregistration date 8th grade to be announced; evening event at ERHS
Distribution of course request lists for student/parent confirmation
Deadline to submit changes to 2015-2016 course request list
10th-12th Schedule pick-up on campus; schedule to be announced
 Schedule changes available for 10th-12th grade
August 18th:
Keys to the Kingdom (orientation for freshman and new students)
 Schedules changes available for these students only
August 24th-September 4th: Schedule changes available in Guidance Express ONLY for all grade
levels during the school day.
NO SCHEDULES WILL BE CHANGED AFTER September 4th
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Students that want to take a course online instead of on the ERHS campus must:
o Be registered for the course by August 10th, 2015.
o Provide a signed copy of the ERHS virtual school form by August 17th, 2015. The form
is available on the ERHS website.
o ERHS recommends the student inform their counselor of their intention to take an
online course as early as possible, either during preregistration in April, or before
August 11th when final schedules are available to upper classmen.
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ARTICULATED ACCELERATION AND
CREDIT EARNING PROGRAMS
CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAMS - Students who successfully complete Career Pathways programs of
study are eligible to earn college credits at Lake Sumter State College, Seminole State College or College of
Central Florida. Career Pathways completers may also earn core hours at Lake Technical Center or Westside
Technical Center. The Career Pathways programs of study include specific academic courses and careertechnical programs that will prepare students for postsecondary education and employment in high wage,
high demand occupations. Guidance personnel can provide students and parents with additional Career
Pathways information. Many programs have statewide articulation agreements, based upon specific industry
certification, with community and state colleges for students who want to continue their postsecondary
education after completing their technical training.
THE LAKE TECHNICAL CENTER DUAL ENROLLMENT – Lake Technical Center Dual Enrollment
offers training in a variety of high skill, high wage occupations to eligible high school students. High
school juniors and/or seniors meeting all Lake Technical Center Dual Enrollment requirements may dual
enroll in Lake Technical Center part-time, full-time, day, or evening programs and earn high school
credits while working toward industry certification/credentials. Lake Technical Center Dual Enrollment
students receive a tuition waiver and Lake Technical Center loans required textbooks to Dual Enrollment
students.
To learn more about Dual Enrollment at Lake Technical Center
http://www.laketech.org/high-school-opportunities/dual-enrollment
LAKE-SUMTER STATE COLLEGE – Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) offers dual enroll in postsecondary
courses to eligible high school students. High school juniors and seniors meeting all LSSC Dual Enrollment
requirements may dual enroll in LSSC courses during and/or after high school hours and during summer
terms. LSSC Dual Enrollment students earn credit toward both a high school diploma and an associate or
baccalaureate degree. LSSC Dual Enrollment students receive registration, matriculation and laboratory fee
waivers and the School Board loans required textbooks to Dual Enrollment students.
To learn more about Dual Enrollment at Lake-Sumter State College
http://www.lscc.edu/admissions/de/Pages/default.aspx
THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM - The AP courses are established College Board course
curriculums. Students receive high school credits for AP courses and may earn college credit with a successful
score on the AP exam as determined by the accepting college or university.
East Ridge High School has an open enrollment program. While there are recommendations for entry into an
AP course, students that are willing to commit to the hard work, time and effort expected
LAKE COUNTY VIRTUAL SCHOOL - Lake County Virtual School is a free, accredited public school
operated by the Lake County School Board. Lake County Virtual offers students the opportunity to enroll in
grades Kindergarten through 12th grade as either full-time or part-time students. Lake County Virtual School
is a franchise of Florida Virtual School and also provides curriculum from other providers that are State of
Florida approved. Teachers employed by Lake County Virtual School are fully certified and they all live
locally to provide for better service to our students. Lake County Virtual School is a school of choice that
maintains a rigorous curriculum that is both Florida Common Core and College and Career compliant.
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2015-2016 East Ridge High School Courses
(All courses are weighted on a 4.0 scale unless otherwise noted.)
LANGUAGE ARTS
The following courses meet graduation requirements for English:
ENGLISH I (1001310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
The content includes reading instruction using various literary genres, literary analysis, vocabulary development, and
instruction in English language skills including reading, speaking, listening and all stages of the writing and research
process.
PRE-AP ENGLISH HONORS I (1001320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
The content includes instruction in the analysis of major literary genres, composition instruction using the writing process
in creative, logical and critical modes, frequent practice in all aspects of the writing process and formal speaking
experiences with listening and observing skill development.
Recommendation: 90%+ in 8th grade Language Arts; Level 4 or 5 on ELA FSA
Weighting: 5.0
ENGLISH II (1001340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th
The content includes instruction in reading, literary analysis, vocabulary, composition instruction, literature study
emphasizing world literature, all stages of the writing process, and the study of information and media literacy, speech
instruction, and the research writing process.
PRE-AP ENGLISH HONORS II (1001350) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th
The content includes instruction in utilizing all aspects of composition, including pre-writing, drafting, revising, and
publishing, language usage, mechanics and other elements of standard written English, the research process, formal and
informal speaking opportunities, vocabulary study focusing on verbal analogies and other patterns commonly found on
standard tests, and critical skills instruction in listening and observing.
Recommendation: 90%+ in English I or 85%+ in English Honors I; Level 4 or 5 on ELA FSA
Weighting: 5.0
Note: Taken with AP World History.
ENGLISH III
(1001370) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th
The content includes frequent practice in writing multi-paragraph papers of various types with particular attention given
to the writing of documented papers, stress on reference and summarizing skills, literature study including the analysis of
various examples of American literary works, and vocabulary study focusing on verbal analogies and other patterns
commonly found on standardized tests.
ENGLISH IV COLLEGE PREP
(1001405)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 12th
This course is designed for twelfth grade students whose PERT scores fall below 151. This course may be used
as one of the four English courses required for high school graduation. This course incorporates reading and
writing study through writing a variety of informative text using grade-level writing craft and through the indepth reading and analysis of informational selections in order to develop critical reading and writing skills
necessary for success in college courses.
Weighting: 5.0
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH: LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION (1001420) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes instruction in semantic, structural, and rhetorical resources of the English language as they relate to
the principles of effective writing. This course is also designed to provide students with a variety of writing opportunities
calling for the use of different styles and tones.
Recommendation: PSAT Verbal Score 43+; 85%+ in English Honors III; 90%+ in English III
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
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LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES
The following courses DO NOT MEET graduation requirements for Language Arts. They will count as elective credits
only.
JOURNALISM I-V (1006300-1006340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th – 12th
The purpose of these courses is to enable students to develop fundamental skills in the production of print or electronic
journalistic media. In addition to written work, students receive instruction in the history and traditions of journalism as
well as workshop experiences in photography, layout, advertising, and printing.
Note: Journalism classes are responsible for either the ERHS yearbook or newspaper.
DEVELOPMENTAL LANGUAGE ARTS THROUGH ESOL (1000410) Credit: Multiple
Grade: 9th-12th
The purpose of this course is to enable students, who are native speakers of languages other than English, to develop
proficient listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the English language. Emphasis will be on acquisition of
integrated English communication skills in a wide range of activities and content areas.
INTENSIVE READING (1000410) Credit: Multiple
Grade: 9th & 10th
This course is an individualized remedial course for students who scored below the current proficient level in FCAT
Reading and/or are part of a Progress Monitoring Plan that requires significant skill building experiences. The course
should include content identified by diagnosis of each student’s needs for remedial instruction. The intensive courses are
for remediation and may not be used for replacement of the required courses for graduation.
Note: 9th and 10th grade students scoring a Level 1 or 2 on the spring 2015 English/Language Arts FSA will be required
to take Intensive Reading.
INTENSIVE LANGUAGE ARTS (1000400) Credit: Multiple
Grade: 11th & 12th
This course is an individualized remedial course for students who scored below the current proficient level in FCAT
Reading and/or are part of a Progress Monitoring Plan that requires significant Language Arts skill building experiences.
The course should include systematic and explicit instruction for struggling readers, with an additional focus on selecting
and using appropriate formats for writing.
Note: 11th grade students scoring a Level 1 or 2 on the spring 2015 English/Language Arts FSA OR 12th grade students
scoring less than a 245 on the spring 2015 FCAT will be required to take Intensive Language Arts.
MATHEMATICS
All students earning a regular diploma are required to have one year of Algebra I or its equivalent, and Geometry.
Algebra I equivalents are:
• Algebra IA and Algebra IB
• Algebra I Honors
• Algebra I
Geometry equivalents are:
• Geometry Honors
• Geometry
Students may receive credit for only one of the courses or series of courses listed below. Intensive math is an elective
and does not count toward the 4 credits needed to graduate.
Student that accelerated their math courses in middle school by taking high school credit will be ahead of the grade
levels listed.
ALGEBRA I (1200310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
Algebra 1 or an equivalent course is needed for graduation. This course provides the foundation for more advanced math
courses.
Recommendation: 85%+ in MJ 3 Math; Level 3-5 on the FCAT Math exam
Note: Students who completed Algebra 1 in 8 th grade and did not pass the Algebra 1 EOC, OR earned less than an
80%, will be required to retake Algebra 1 at ERHS.
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INTENSIVE MATH (1200400) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th & 12th
This course provides remedial instruction and practice in mathematics skills and concepts. The course should
include content identified by diagnosis of each student’s needs for remedial instruction specified in the Progress
Monitoring Plan. A student may repeat the course for multiple elective credits if, on subsequent offerings, the
required level of student proficiency increases.
Note: 9th grade students earning a Level 1 on the 8 th grade Mathematics FSA will be required to take Intensive Math
with Algebra 1. 12th grade students that have yet to pass the Algebra 1 EOC, and have already taken Liberal Arts
Math, will be placed in Intensive Math.
LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS (1207300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The content has a primary focus on Algebra and Geometry, though Financial Literacy standards are also included.
Successful completion of this course will provide remediation for students who need to retake the Algebra 1 EOC and will
better enable students to handle the content of Geometry.
Prerequisite: Algebra I or equivalent credit
Note: Liberal Arts Mathematics counts as a graduation credit but does not meet the math requirements for NCAA.
GEOMETRY (1206310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th & 10th
The content emphasizes critical thinking involving the discovery of relationships and skill in applying the deductive
method to mathematical situations.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
GEOMETRY HONORS (1206320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
The content gives a rigorous in-depth study of geometry with emphasis on methods of proof and the formal language of
mathematics.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Recommendation: 90%+ in Algebra I; 85%+ in Algebra I Honors
Weighting: 5.0
ALGEBRA II (1200330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th & 12th
The content continues the study of the structure of algebra and provides the foundation for applying these skills to other
mathematical and scientific fields.
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry
Recommendation: 75%+ in Algebra I and Geometry
ALGEBRA II HONORS (1200340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th & 12th
The content presents an in-depth study of the topics of Algebra II with emphasis on theory, proof and development of
formulas, as well as their application.
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry
Recommendation: 90%+ in Algebra I and Geometry; 85%+ in Algebra I Honors and Geometry Honors
Weighting: 5.0
MATHEMATICS for COLLEGE READINESS (1200700) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th & 12th
This course is designed for twelfth grade students whose PERT scores fall in the range of 50–122 on the Postsecondary
Educational Readiness Test (PERT) during eleventh grade. This course will strengthen the mathematics skill level of high
school seniors who wish to pursue credit generating mathematics courses at the college level.
Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry
Note: Students scoring below 113 on the math portion of the PERT test will be required to take Math for College
Readiness their senior year.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS (1210320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th & 12th
The AP Program determines course content. The content should include, but not be limited to, the following: exploratory
data-observing patterns and departures from patterns, planning a study – deciding what and how to measure,
anticipating patterns in advance – producing models using probability and simulation, statistical inference—confirming
models.
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Recommendation: PSAT Math 50+; 85%+ in Algebra II or Trigonometry/Analytical Geometry
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
PRE-CALCULUS HONORS (1202340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th & 12th
This course is designed to have students analyze and articulate the real-world application of algebraic and trigonometric
concepts. The purpose of this course is to study functions and develop skills necessary for the study of calculus. This
course includes analytical geometry and trigonometry.
Prerequisite: Geometry and Algebra II
Recommendation: 90%+ in Geometry and Algebra II; 85%+ in Geometry Honors and Algebra II Honors
Weighting: 5.0
CALCULUS HONORS (1202300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th & 12th
The purpose of this course is to provide a foundation for the study of advanced mathematics. The content should include,
but not be limited to, the following: elementary functions, limits and continuity, derivatives, differentiation, applications
of the derivative, anti-derivatives, definite integral, and applications of the integral.
Prerequisite: Trigonometry/Analytic Geometry
Recommendation: 80%+ in Trigonometry/Analytic Geometry
Weighting: 5.0
Note: Taken with AP Calculus AB
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB (1202310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th & 12th
The content provides study of elementary functions and the general theory and techniques of calculus and includes
content specified by the Advanced Placement Program.
Prerequisite: Trigonometry/Analytic Geometry and Calculus
Recommendation: 80%+ in Trigonometry/Analytic Geometry
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Taken with Calculus. College credit may be earned.
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SCIENCE
The following courses meet graduation requirements for science. All Science courses in Lake County have laboratory
investigations.
EARTH/SPACE SCIENCE (2001310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th–12th
The content includes formation of the universe and solar system, life cycle of stars, earth-moon system, formation of
landforms, oceanography, meteorology, weather mapping, energy resources, etc.
EARTH/SPACE SCIENCE HONORS (2001320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
This course consists of extensive study of the dynamics, classification and interaction of matter, periodic table, forms of
energy, electricity, chemical interactions, nuclear reactions, and career opportunities in physical science.
Recommendation: 85%+ in 8th Grade Science
Weighting: 5.0
BIOLOGY I (2000310) Credit: 1.0
Laboratory investigations are an integral part of the course.
The course content includes advanced experiences in study of biology.
Grade: 10th
BIOLOGY I HONORS (2000320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The course content includes advanced experiences in study of biology.
Recommendation: 90%+ in previous science course; Level 4 or 5 on 9 th Grade FCAT Reading; Level 5 on 8th Grade FCAT
Science exam
Weighting: 5.0
Note: Must be taken with AP Biology.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY (2000340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The content includes a study of the facts, principles, and processes of biology, and the collection, interpretation, and
formulation of hypotheses from available data.
Recommendation: 90%+ in previous science course; Level 4 or 5 on 9 th Grade FCAT Reading; Level 5 on 8th Grade FCAT
Science exam
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Must be taken with Biology I Honors. College credit may be earned.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (2003310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes dynamics, classification and interaction of matter, periodic table, forms of energy, electricity and
magnetism, chemical interactions, nuclear reactions, and career opportunities in physical science.
CHEMISTRY I (2003340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes classification and structure of matter atomic theory, periodic table, bonding, chemical formulas,
chemical reactions and balanced equations, behavior of gases, physical changes, acids, bases and slats, energy associated
with physical and chemical changes.
Recommendation: 70%+ in Algebra I; concurrently taking Algebra II; 80%+ in previous science course
CHEMISTRY I HONORS (2003350) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes a rigorous study of the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter. Heat, changes
of matter, atomic structure, periodic table, bonding formulas and equations, mole concept, gas laws, energy and order,
reaction rates and equilibrium, solutions, nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry, and organic chemistry are specific topics to
be considered.
Recommendation: 90%+ in previous non-honors science course; 85%+ in previous honors science course; 80%+ in
Algebra I; concurrently enrolled in Algebra II
Weighting: 5.0
Note: Must be taken with AP Chemistry.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY (2003370) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes a study of the development and application of chemistry principles and concepts.
Recommendation: 90%+ in previous non-honors science course; 85%+ in previous honors science course; 80%+ in
Algebra I; concurrently enrolled in Algebra II
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Must be taken with Chemistry I Honors. College credit may be earned.
PHYSICS I HONORS (2003390) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 12th
The content includes a rigorous study of the theories and laws governing interaction of matter, energy, and the forces of
nature. Kinematics, dynamics, energy, work, power, heat and thermodynamics, wave characteristics, light, electricity,
magnetism, nuclear physics, and sound are specific topics to be considered.
Recommendation: 90%+ in Chemistry I course; 85+ in Chemistry I honors course; concurrently enrolled in Trigonometry
Weighting: 5.0
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS I (2003421) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes a systematic introduction to the main principles of classical and modern physics and emphasizes the
development of problem-solving ability.
Recommendation: 85%+ in previous honors science course
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Students enrolled in AP Physics I are required to take Physics I Honors concurrently. College credit may be
earned.
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY HONORS (2000360) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
Pre-Requisite: Biology or AP Biology
The content includes anatomical terminology, cells and tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system,
nervous system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, excretory (urinary) system, reproductive
system, homeostasis, disease process, immune response and inheritance: molecular, cellular, organismal, mutations and
genetic disorders.
Recommendation: 85%+ in Biology
Weighting: 5.0
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2001340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
Pre-Requisite: Biology or AP Biology
The content includes forms of pollution, conservation, environmental planning and policy, public land usage, population
dynamics, major forms of energy, and ecological relationships.
Recommendation: 85%+ in Biology
Note: Must be taken with AP Environmental Science.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2001380) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
Pre-Requisite: Biology or AP Biology
The purpose of this course is to enable the students to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, identify and
analyze environmental problems, natural and human – generated problems, and evaluate the relative risks associated
with natural and human-generated environmental problems.
Recommendation: 85%+ in Biology
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Must be taken with Environmental Science. College credit may be earned.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
The following courses meet graduation requirements for social studies.
WORLD HISTORY (2109310) Credit: 1.00
Grade: 10th
World History will provide students the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of
civilization by examining the political, economic, social, religious, military, dynastic, scientific, and cultural events that
have affected humanity. Specific content to be covered will include, but not be limited to, an understanding of
geographic, historic and time-space relationships, a review of prehistory, the rise of civilization and cultural universals,
the development of religion and the impact of religious thought, the evolution of political systems and philosophies, the
development of nationalism as a global phenomenon, the origin and course of economic systems and philosophies.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT WORLD HISTORY (2109420) Credit 1.00
Grade: 10th-12th
AP World will provide students with the opportunity to acquire understanding of the development of Europe within the
context of history by examining connections to the past in order to prepare for the future as participating members of a
global community. Students use knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion,
ethics, diverse cultures and humanities to solve problems in academic, civic, social and employment settings. Integral
components of this course will include, but not be limited to, an exposure to the foundations of World History prior to
1000 A.D., an emphasis on the time period between 1000 and present, Asia, Europe, Saharan, and sub-Saharan Africa,
China, Mesoamerica, Islam, Mongol dominance, and new political units in Africa and Europe. This course will prepare
students for possible college credit. Students enrolled must take AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in English 1; 85%+ in English Honors I; Level 4 or 5 on 9 th Grade ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Taken with English 2 Honors. College credit may be earned.
UNITED STATES HISTORY (2100310) Credit: 1.00
Grade: 11th
United States History (1880 to present day) contains a review session of the early national period with a majority of time
spent focusing on post-Reconstruction to the present day. The course will provide students with the opportunity to
acquire an understanding of the chronological development of the American people by examining the political economic,
social, religious, military, scientific, and cultural events that have affected the rise and growth of the nation. Content to be
covered will include, but not be limited to, an understanding of geographic-historic and time-space relationships, the
synthesizing of American culture through the centuries, the origin of American ideals, the American colonial experience,
the American Revolution and the Federal System, the Civil War as the solution to the secession issue, the technological
and urban transformation of the country, and American foreign policy development.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY
(2100330) Credit: 1.00
Grade: 11th-12th
Advanced Placement United States History will provide students with the opportunity to develop the analytic skills and
factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems, content, and materials of American historic
development by focusing on persistent themes and change in history; and by applying historical reasoning to seek
solutions to contemporary problems. Integral components of this course will include, but not be limited to, the formation
of generalizations from primary sources in history, the synthesis and evaluation of information, the development of a set
of criteria for judging proposed courses of action in terms of actual and projected consequences, the comparison of eras
with similar trends, and analysis of the impact of major historical figures and groups on American and world events, the
detection of bias in making conclusions, and the emergence of patterns in historical development. Reference will be made
to the current advanced placement course description for American History published annually by the College Board.
This course will prepare students for possible college credit. Students enrolled must take the AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in World History; 85%+ in AP World History, PSAT verbal score if 45+; Level 4 or 5 on 10th
Grade ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
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AMERICAN GOVERNMENT (2106310) Credit: .50
Grade: 12th
American Government will provide students the opportunity to acquire an understanding of American government and
political behavior. Content to be covered will include, but not be limited to: an analysis of those documents which shape
our political traditions (the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights); a comparison of the
roles of the three branches of government at the local, state, and national levels; an understanding of the evolving role of
political parties and interest groups in determining government policy; how the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a
democratic state have evolved and been interpreted and the importance of civic participation in the democratic political
process.
Note: Taken with Economics.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS (2106420)
Credit: .50
Grade: 12th
This course will give students a critical perspective on politics and government in the United States. It requires familiarity
with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that make up the American political reality. Specific content to be
covered will include, but not be limited to: an understanding of federalism and the separation of powers, the
development of the constitution, the process of politics, the nature of public opinion, the role of political parties and
interest groups, the major formal and informal institutional arrangement of powers, and the development of civil liberties
and civil rights. Course outline will adhere to guidelines of The College Board. Completion of this course may qualify
student for college credit. Students enrolled must take the AP Exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in US History; 85%+ in a AP US History; PSAT verbal score if 45+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT
Reading or 11th Grade ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Taken with AP Macroeconomics. College credit may be earned.
ECONOMICS with FINANCIAL LITERACY (2102335) Credit: .50
Grade: 12th
Economics course consists of the following content area strands: Economics and Geography. The primary content
emphasis for this course pertains to the study of the concepts and processes of the national and international economic
systems. Content should include, but is not limited to, currency, banking, and monetary policy, the fundamental concepts
relevant to the major economic systems, the global market and economy, major economic theories and economists, the
role and influence of the government and fiscal policies, economic measurements, tools, and methodology, financial and
investment markets, and the business cycle. Mathematics Benchmark Guidance – Social Studies instruction should
include opportunities for students to interpret and create representations of historical events and concepts using
mathematical tables, charts, and graphs
Note: Taken with American Government.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT MACROECONOMICS (2102370) Credit: .50 Grade: 12th
Advanced Placement Macroeconomics gives students an opportunity to analyze the worldwide effects of economic
activities and their impact on taxation, monetary policy, balance of trade issues, government policy, exchange rates, and
similar “big picture” concepts. Students will understand economic concepts, vocabulary, and statistical interpretation of
economic data. Course outline will adhere to the College Board. Students may receive college credit after Program.
Students enrolled must take the AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in US History; 85%+ in a AP US History; PSAT verbal score if 45+, Level 4 or 5 on FCAT
Reading or 11th Grade ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Taken with AP US Government & Politics. College credit may be earned.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT MICROECONOMICS (2102360) Credit: 0.5 Grade: 11th-12th
Advanced Placement Microeconomics gives students an opportunity to analyze the behavior of individual households,
firms, and markets, and how prices and outputs are determined in those markets. Students will also analyze price
mechanism, resource allocation and income distribution. Students will understand fundamental economic concepts,
vocabulary, and statistical interpretation of economic data. Student will also gain an understanding of government’s role
in the capitalistic marketplace. Course outline will adhere to the College Board. Students may receive college credit after
testing. This course qualifies for Florida Scholars Program. Students enrolled must take the AP exam. Meets the one-half
credit requirement of economics for graduation.
Recommendation: 90%+ in US History; 85%+ in a AP US History; PSAT verbal score if 45+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT
Reading or 11th Grade ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0 Note: Taken with AP Comparative Government & Politics. College credit may be earned.
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SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
The following courses DO NOT MEET graduation requirements for social studies. They will count as elective credits
only.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT EUROPEAN HISTORY (2109380) Credit: 1.00 Grade: 11th-12th
European History Advanced Placement, an elective, will provide students the opportunity to develop the analytic skills
and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems, content, and materials of European historic
development. Appropriate concepts and skills will be developed in connection with the content. Integral components of
this course will include the formation of generalizations from primary sources in history, the synthesis and evaluation of
information, the development of set of criteria for judging proposed courses of action in terms of actual and projected
consequences, the comparison of eras with similar trends, and analysis of the impact of major historical figures and
groups on European and world events, the detection of bias in making conclusions, and the emergence of patterns in
historical development. The course outline will follow the guidelines of the College Board. This course will prepare
students for possible college credit. Students enrolled must take the AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in a previous non-honors social studies course; 80%+ in a previous AP social studies course;
PSAT verbal score if 40+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT Reading or ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT HUMAN GEOGRAPHY (2103400) Credit: 1.00 Grade: 9th-12th
Advanced Placement Human Geography, an elective, will emphasize the importance of geography as a field of inquiry
and briefly discuss the emergence of academic geography in nineteenth- century Europe. The course introduces students
to the importance of spatial organization - the location of places, people, and events, and the connections among places
and landscapes - in the understanding of human life on Earth. Content will include, but not be limited to, how to use and
make maps, application of mathematical formulas, models, and qualitative data to geographical concepts, and regional
organization of various phenomena. Course outline will adhere to the guidelines of the College Board. Students enrolled
must take the AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in a previous non-honors social studies course; 85%+ in a previous honors/AP social studies
course; PSAT verbal score if 45+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT Reading or ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PSYCHOLOGY (2107350) Credit: 1.00
Grade: 11th-12th
Advanced Placement Psychology, an elective, will provide students an opportunity to acquire a comprehensive
understanding of the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other
animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and phenomena associated with each of the major
sub-fields within psychology. They also learn about the methods that psychologists use in their science and practice.
Content will include, but not be limited to, methods, biological basis of behavior, sensation and perception, states of
consciousness, learning, cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental psychology, personality, testing for
intelligence and personality, abnormal psychology, treatment of disorders, and social psychology. Course outline will
adhere to the guidelines of the College Board. Students enrolled must take the AP exam.
Recommendation: 90%+ in a previous non-honors social studies course; 85%+ in a previous honors/AP social studies
course; PSAT verbal score if 40+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT Reading or ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPARATIVE GOV. & POLITICS (2106430) Credit: 0.5
Grade: 11th-12th
This course will give students opportunity to gain knowledge of the world's diverse political structures and practices
through the study of government and politics in Great Britain, France, the Commonwealth of Independent States, China
and developing nations. Emphasis is placed on general concepts used to interpret key political relationships found in
almost all national politics. The content will include, but not be limited to, the nature and sources of government's
legitimacy, historical evolution of political traditions, transmission of political values, basis and institutional expression of
social stratification, citizen's role in political life, institutions of national government, roles of political parties and interest
groups, sources, nature and consequences of political change, and methods of comparative political analysis.
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Recommendation: 90%+ in US History; 85%+ in a AP US History; PSAT verbal score if 45+; Level 4 or 5 on FCAT
Reading or ELA FSA
Weighting: 6.0
Note: Taken with AP Microeconomics. College credit may be earned.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
SPANISH I (0708340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-11th
The content includes beginning skills in listening and speaking Spanish with special attention to pronunciation,
introduction to reading and writing, and the fundamentals of grammar and culture.
Recommendation: 75+ in previous English course; 9th Grade students must be enrolled in English Honors I in order to
register for Spanish I.
SPANISH II (0708350) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The content includes an expansion of the listening and oral skills previously acquired. Reading and writing should
receive more emphasis, while oral communication remains the primary objective. This course should include a cultural
survey of Spanish-speaking people.
SPANISH HONORS III (0708360) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes expansion of vocabulary, reading, and conversational skills through discussions based on the
selected readings. Contemporary vocabulary should stress activities which are important to everyday life of Spanishspeaking people.
Weighting: 5.0
ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE (0708400) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes comprehending formal and informal Spanish, possessing vocabulary and structure to allow accurate
reading, composing expository passages, and expressing ideas orally with accuracy and fluency.
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
FRENCH I (0701320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-11th
The content includes beginning skills in listening and speaking French with special attention to pronunciation,
introduction to readings and writing, and fundamentals of grammar and culture.
Recommendation: 75+ in previous English course; 9th Grade students must be enrolled in English Honors I in order to
register for French I.
FRENCH II (0701330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The content includes an expansion of the listening and oral skills previously acquired. Reading and writing should
receive more emphasis, while oral communication remains the primary objective. This course should include a cultural
survey of French-speaking people.
FRENCH HONORS III (0701340)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11h-12th
The content includes expansion of vocabulary, reading, and conversational skills through discussions based on selected
readings and contemporary vocabulary stressing activities which are important to everyday life of French-speaking
people.
Weighting: 5.0
ADVANCED PLACEMENT FRENCH LANGUAGE
(0701380) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes comprehending formal and informal French, possessing vocabulary and structure to allow accurate
reading, composing expository passages, and expressing ideas orally with accuracy and fluency.
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
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PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS
ART
TWO-DIMENSIONAL STUDIO ART I (0101300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is for students to experiment with the media and techniques used to create a variety of two –
dimensional (2-D) artworks through the development of skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and/or design.
TWO-DIMENSIONAL STUDIO ART II (0101310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is for students to develop and refine technical skills and create 2-D compositions with a variety
of media in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and and/or design.
Prerequisite: 2-D Studio Art 1
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART- DRAWING PORTFOLIO (0104300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes giving students the opportunity to develop quality, discipline and breadth in drawing.
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation needed.
Weighting: 6.0 Note: College credit may be earned.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART 2-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO (0109350) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
This portfolio addresses a very broad interpretation of two-dimensional design issues.
The following should be considered for placement in this course: Teacher recommendation (based on previous student
artwork)
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation needed.
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned.
CERAMICS/POTTERY I-II (0102300 – 0102310) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is to enable students to recognize the properties, possibilities, and limitations of clay by
creating functional and nonfunctional works of ceramics and pottery using basic hand-building techniques.
DRAMA & PERFORMING ARTS
ACTING I (0400370) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the study and practice of acting.
THEATRE I-II (0400310-0400320) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental skills in the multiple elements of theater as a
collaborative art.
Prerequisite: Acting I unless drama teacher makes a recommendation.
THEATRE III HONORS (0400330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The purpose of this course is to enable students to refine skills in the multiple elements of theater as a collaborative art.
Weighting: 5.0
MUSICAL THEATER I-III (0400700-0400720) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes a history of musical theater, knowledge of theory and sight-singing, skills in dance and movement,
and experience in the areas of set construction and makeup.
Note: Audition required.
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MUSIC
BAND I-IV (1302300-1302340) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes fundamental skills in characteristic tone production, band performance techniques, music literacy
and music appreciation. As the student progresses, opportunities for interpretation of highly varied music, and
development of musical leadership skills necessary to conduct an ensemble performance, and the formulation of music
values will be provided. Evening rehearsals and performances are an integral part of this program.
JAZZ ENSEMBLES I-IV (1302500-1302530) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes the rehearsal and performance of diverse popular and idiomatic jazz literature. Basic improvisation,
tone production and individual and ensemble performance techniques are also emphasized.
Note: Teacher recommendation only.
EURHYTHMICS I-IV (1305300-1305330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop basic skills in creating, performing, and evaluating
choreographed performance as an independent ensemble and in cooperation with the marching band.
Note: Marching band color guard; audition only.
AP MUSIC THEORY
(1300330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is to develop the student’s ability to recognize and understand the basic materials and
processes in any music that is heard or read in score.
Weighting: 6.0
Note: College credit may be earned
CHORUS I (1303300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The content includes student development of basic fundamental skills in vocal tone production, choral performance
techniques, musical literacy, and music appreciation.
CHORUS II-IV (1303310-1303330) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-12th
The content includes student development of advanced-level fundamental skills in vocal tone production, choral
performance techniques, musical literacy, and music appreciation. Evening rehearsals and performances are an integral
part of this program.
Note: Concert choir (mixed) section.
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
HOPE – HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(3026010) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
The purpose of this course is to develop and enhance healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices and student health
and fitness.
Note: Required for graduation.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES
BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL (1503310-1505500) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 10th-12th
This is a survey course whose purpose is to acquire knowledge in basketball and volleyball, and maintain and/or
improve health-related fitness.
VOLLEYBALL/SOFTBALL (1502410-502420) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 10th-12th
This is a survey course whose purpose is to acquire knowledge in volleyball and softball, and maintain and/or improve
health-related fitness.
WEIGHT TRAINING I-II (1501340-1501350) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 11th-12th
The purpose of this course is to acquire basic knowledge and skills in weight training, improve muscular strength and
endurance, and begin to enhance body image.
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WEIGHT TRAINING 3/POWER WEIGHT TRNG
(1501360/1501410) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 9th-12th
The purpose of this course is to further extend the knowledge and development of skills in weight training, continue to
improve muscular strength and endurance, and continue to enhance body image.
Note: This course is conditioning for football players only; recommendation required by football coaches.
CARE AND PREVENTION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES/COMPREHENSIVE FITNESS
(1502490/1501390) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 11th-12th
The purpose of this course is to acquire knowledge and skills relating to the nature, prevention, care and rehabilitation of
athletic injuries for current and future recreational pursuits.
Recommendation: 80%+ in previous science course.
GENERAL ELECTIVES
PEER COUNSELING I-II (1400300/1400310) Credit: 0.5 each
Grade: 10th-12th
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an alternative setting for grade recovery.
Note: Counselor recommendation only.
LEADERSHIP SKILLS DEVELOPMENT (2400300) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
The content includes leadership skills, parliamentary procedure, problem solving/decision-making, communication
skills, group dynamics, time and stress management, public speaking, human relations, public relations, team building,
and other group processes.
Note: Student must have a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA, and an exemplary attendance and discipline record.
Note: For the Capturing Kids Hearts Leadership class, counselor, teacher, or administrative recommendation needed.
ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION I-IV (AVID)
(1700390-1700420) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-12th
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an elective class that provides support for students in the AVID
program through curricular and mentoring activities. This course is designed to enable students to develop fundamental
skills aligned with current curriculum. Note: Students must apply and interview for the AVID program.
District Virtual Lab (4444444) No credit awarded
Grade: 11th-12th
The virtual lab is available to students that need to complete their online requirement for graduation and do not have
reliable computer and/or internet access at home. Students must be registered for a Lake County Virtual School course.
Lake County Virtual School courses can be registered for as of August 1 st, 2015.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Courses are listed by program. Student must complete the courses sequentially. Students cannot start a new program their
junior or senior year.
AGRITECHNOLOGY
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in the agricultural industry. This program focuses on
broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the agriculture
industry; planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor
issues, community issues and health, safety and environmental issues. Completers of this program will be prepared to
enter advanced training and education in specialized fields of agriscience or agribusiness. They may also be employed as
trainees or beginning workers in various agriscience or agribusiness-related positions in certain businesses and industries.
The content includes, but is not limited to, instruction in animal and plant production and processing, agriculture
marketing, agricultural mechanics, employability skills, mathematics, basic science, biological sciences, communications,
and human-relations skills. Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate
sequence.
AGRISCIENCE FOUNDATIONS 1
(8106810)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
AGRITECHNOLOGY 1
(8106820)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
AGRITECHNOLOGY 2
(8106830)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIRECTED STUDY Teacher recommendation only. (8100100) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11th-12th
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TELEVISION PRODUCTION
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as television production operators; television
broadcast technicians, camera operators, for initial employment as television production operators, television broadcast
technicians, camera operator, and all other professional/para-professional technicians, video recording engineers, audio
recording engineers. The content should include, but is not be limited to, communication skills; leadership skills; human
relations and employability skills; safe and efficient work practices; and preparation to assume responsibility for overall
production of television studio activities including: scripts, lighting, shooting and directing, electronic news gathering,
and field production. This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of
the following elements of the Television Production industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product
skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program: they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 1
(8772110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 2
(8772120)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 3
(8772130)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 4
(8772140)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 5
(8772150)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 6
(8772160)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 12th
ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION DIRECTED STUDY Teacher recommendation only. (8200400) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11th-12th
BUSINESS SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT
The content of this program includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite software training, communication skills,
forms of business ownership and organizational structures; supervisory/management functions and skills; business law
concepts, leadership skills, business ethics, cultural diversity, insurance awareness, governmental regulations, human
resources management issues, and career development.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (8207310) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9th-10th
BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURIAL PRINCIPLES (8215120) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
ACCOUNTING APPLICATION 1
(8203310)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic
standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers such as entrylevel management trainee positions in the international business environment. The program is designed to instill general
employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Business,
Management, and Administration career cluster. The content includes, but is not limited to, the study of organizational
structures, business management, entrepreneurship, human relations, cross-cultural communications, leadership,
marketing, legal agreements, trade relations, banking and finance, and international economics.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (8207310)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
ACCOUNTING APPLICATION 1
(8203310)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS
(8216110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
BUSINESS INTERNSHIP*
(8216130)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
*Teacher recommendation only.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
The Early Childhood Education Program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and
demonstration of the following elements of the Early Childhood industry: planning, management, finance, technical and
production skills; underlying principles of technology; labor, community, health, safety, and environmental issues; and
developmentally appropriate practices for children birth through age eight.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 1
(8405110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 2
(8405120)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3
(8405130)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 4
(8405140)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
EDUCATION AND TRAINING DIRECTED STUDY*
*Teacher recommendation only.
(8500100)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
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PATHWAYS TO ENGINEERING
The purpose of this program is to provide students with a foundation of knowledge and technically-oriented experiences
in the study of the applications of engineering and its effect upon our lives and the choosing of an occupation. The
content and activities will also include the study of entrepreneurship, safety, and leadership skills. This program focuses
on transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the technological tools, machines, instruments,
materials, processes and systems in business and industry. The “Civil Engineering and Architecture” course covers topics
such as the roles of civil engineers and architects, project planning, site planning, building design, and project
documentation and presentation.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING
(8600550)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING
(8600520)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
(8600530)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
ENGINEERING DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT (8600650)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTING
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for
further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster. The program provides technical skill proficiency, and
includes competency-based applied learning and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster. Major
areas of allied health are defined as physical therapy, emergency, radiation, laboratory and respiratory medicine, and
occupational therapy. Clinical experience for this program may be included.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
HEALTH SCIENCE 1
(8417100)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
HEALTH SCIENCE 2
(8417110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTING 3
(8417131)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
NURSING ASSISTANT
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for
further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes
competency-based applied learning and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster. This program is
designed to prepare students for employment as nursing assistants (nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants) in nursing
homes, hospitals, or other health care facilities. The content includes, but is not limited to, interpersonal skills, medical
terminology, legal and ethical responsibilities, safe and efficient work, gerontology, nutrition, pet-facilitated therapy,
health and safety including Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – heart saver level, and employability skills.
Successful completion of this program prepares the student for certification for employment as a Nursing Assistant in a
nursing home. If the student’s schedule allows, it is highly recommended that the student enroll and pass Allied Health
Assisting 3 (8417131) prior to taking Nursing Assistant 3 Honors.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
HEALTH SCIENCE 1
(8417100)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th
HEALTH SCIENCE 2
(8417110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th
ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTING 3
(8417131)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th
NURSING ASSISTANT 3 and HEALTH SCIENCE DIRECTED STUDY*
*Teacher recommendation only.
(8417211 & 8400100)
Credit: 1.0 each
Grade: 12th
CULINARY ARTS
This program offers a sequence of courses that includes, but is not limited to, all aspects of preparation, presentation, and
serving of food; leadership, communication skills, employability skills, and safe/efficient work practices are also covered.
This coursework prepares students for employment in the food service/hospitality industry. This program focuses on
broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Culinary Arts
industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues,
community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
CULINARY ARTS 1
(8800510)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
CULINARY ARTS 2
(8800520)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
CULINARY ARTS 3
(8800530)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
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CULINARY ARTS 4
(8800540)
HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM DIRECTED STUDY*
*Teacher recommendation only.
(8801000)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
APPLIED CYBERSECURITY
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic
standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and cybersecurity-related
careers in the Information Technology career cluster. The content includes, but is not limited to, foundational knowledge
and skills in computer and network security, security vulnerabilities, attack mechanisms and techniques, intrusion
detection and prevention, cryptographic systems, system hardening, risk identification, incidence response, penetration
testing, key management, access control, and recovery. Specialized courses focus on database security, planning and
analysis, software, and web security.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (8207310)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
COMPUTER AND NETWORK SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS (9001320) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10th-11th
CYBERSECRUITY ESSENTIALS
(9001330)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
OPERATIONAL CYBERSECURITY
(9001340)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
MARKETING
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in the marketing and sales
industry. This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the
following elements of the marketing industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills,
underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues. Listed
below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
MARKETING ESSENTIALS
(8827110)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
MARKETING APPLICATIONS
(8827120)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
MARKETING MANAGEMENT
(8827130)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
MARKETING EDUCATION DIRECTED STUDY*
*Teacher recommendation only.
(8800100)
Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as Paint and Body Helper, Paint and Body Assistant,
Auto Collision Estimator, Frame and Body Repairman. The content includes, but is not limited to, basic trade skills,
refinishing skills, sheet metal repair skills, frame and unibody squaring and aligning; use of fillers, paint systems and
undercoats; related welding skills, related mechanical skills, trim-hardware maintenance, glass servicing, and other
miscellaneous repairs. The course content should also include training in communication, leadership, human relations
and employability skills; and safe, efficient work practices. This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses
understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Automotive industry: planning, management, finance,
technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, and health, safety and
environmental issues.
Listed below are the courses that comprise this program; they are listed in the appropriate sequence.
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING 1 (8709010) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 9th-10th
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING 2 (8709020) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 10th-11th
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING 3 (8709030) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING 4 (8709040) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS DIRECTED STUDY*
*Teacher recommendation only.
(9501000) Credit: 1.0
Grade: 11th-12th
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East Ridge High School
9 Grade Course Planning Sheet
Freshmen: Cohort 2015-2016
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Print Name:
Email:
Ninth grade students will be grouped on a team for core courses. Although some exceptions will be made for
accelerated students, most students will be placed on one of the following teams. Final changes to teams are
based on course requests and availability.
Team A
English 1
Algebra 1
Earth/Space Sci
HOPE
3 electives*
Team B
English 1
Geometry
Earth Space Sci
HOPE
3 electives*
Team C
English 1 Honors
Algebra 1
Earth/Space Sci Honors
HOPE
3 electives*
Team D
English 1 Honors
Geometry
Earth/Space Sci Honors
HOPE
3 electives*
Team E
English 1 Honors
Geometry Honors
Earth/Space Sci Honors
HOPE
3 electives*
*Students scoring a Level 1 on the 8th grade Math FSA will be placed in Intensive Math as one of their
electives.
*Students scoring a Level 1 on the 8th grade English/Language Arts FSA will be placed in Intensive Reading for
2 electives, and students scoring a Level 2 on the 8th grade English/Language Arts FSA will be placed in
Intensive Reading for 1 elective.
Electives:
AP Human Geography
Spanish 1 (must be registered for English 1 Honors, Level 3 or higher on ELA)
Acting 1
French 1 (must be registered for English 1 Honors, Level 3 or higher on ELA)
Band 1
Musical Theater 1 & 2 (must be recommended by Mr. Santo)
Chorus 1
Agriscience Foundations
Health Science 1
Introduction to Information Technology
Culinary Arts 1
Early Childhood Education 1
TV Production 1
Autobody, Collision and Repair 1
Marketing Essentials
Introduction to Engineering Design
Eurthymics 1 (audition required)
Jazz Ensemble 1 (audition required)
Counselor/School Added Electives (based on assessments, final grades, and special programs):
Intensive Reading
AVID 1
Developmental Language Arts/ESOL
Intensive Math
Learning Strategies
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East Ridge High School
10 Grade Course Planning Sheet
Sophomore: Cohort 2014-2015
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Print Name:
Email:
Tenth grade students will be grouped on a team for Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. Students
taking English 2 Honors will be required to take AP World History, and vice versa. Final changes to teams are
based on course requests and availability.
Language Arts:
English 1
English 2
English 2 Honors/AP World History*
Science:
Earth/Space Science
Biology
Biology Honors/AP Biology
Electives:
Musical Theater 1, 2, 3
Acting 1
Theater 1, 2
Chorus 1, 2
Eurthymics 1, 2
Band 1, 2
Jazz Ensemble 1, 2
Mathematics:
Algebra 1
Liberal Arts Math
Geometry
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 Honors
Pre-Calculus
Social Studies:
World History
AP World History/English 2 Honors*
Spanish 1, 2
French 1, 2
Journalism 1, 2 (yearbook)
Journalism 1, 2 (newspaper)
AVID 2
Studio Art 1, 2
Basketball/Volleyball
Volleyball/Softball
HOPE
Health Science 1, 2
Culinary Arts 1, 2
TV Production 1, 2
Autobody, Collision & Repair 1, 2
Early Childhood Education 1, 2
*Introduction to Info Technology
^Accounting Applications 1
^Computer & Network Security
^Business Entrepreneurial Principles
Marketing Essentials
Marketing Applications
Introduction to Engineering Design Agriscience Foundations
Principles of Engineering
Agritechnology 1
AP Electives:
AP Human Geography
AP Spanish
AP French
AP Music Theory
Counselor/School Added Electives (based on assessments, final grades, and special programs):
Intensive Reading
Developmental Language Arts/ESOL
Peer Counseling 1 & 2
Learning Strategies
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East Ridge High School
11 Grade Course Planning Sheet
Junior: Cohort 2013-2014
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Print Name:
Email:
Language Arts:
English 1
English 2
English 3
AP Language & Comp
Science:
Earth/Space Science
Biology
Anatomy & Physiology Honors
Mathematics:
Algebra 1
Liberal Arts Math
Geometry
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 Honors
Pre-Calculus
Physical Science
Chemistry
Chemistry Honors/AP Chemistry
AP Statistics
Calculus/AP Calculus
Math for College Readiness
Social Studies:
World History
US History
AP US History
Electives:
Musical Theater 1, 2, 3
Acting 1
Theater 1, 2, 3
Chorus 1, 2, 3
Eurthymics 1, 2, 3
Band 1, 2, 3
Jazz Ensemble 1, 2, 3
Spanish 1, 2, 3
French 1, 2, 3
Journalism 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (yearbook)
Journalism 1, 2 (newspaper)
AVID 3
Virtual Lab
Leadership Skills
Studio Art 1, 2
Ceramics 1, 2
Basketball/Volleyball
Volleyball/Softball
Weight Training 1, 2
Wgt Trng (football per Peera)
HOPE
Care/Prev Ath Injuries/Comp Fitness
Agritechnology 1, 2
Early Childhood Education 2, 3
Business Entrepreneurial Principles
Accounting Applications 1
Culinary Arts 2
Culinary Arts 3/Direct Study
Culinary Arts 4/Direct Study
Marketing Applications
Marketing Management
Auto Collision & Repair 2
Auto Collision 3/Direct Study
Auto Collision 4/Direct Study
Principles of Engineering
Digital Electronics
AP Electives:
AP Human Geography
AP Spanish
AP French
AP Music Theory
Computer & Network Security
Cybersecurity Essentials
Health Science 2
Allied Health 3
Accounting Applications 1
International Business Systems
TV Production 2
TV Production 3/Direct Study
TV Production 4/Direct Study
TV Production 5-6/Direct Study
AP European History
AP Art History
AP Psychology
AP Studio Art
AP Microeconomics/AP Comp Gov
AP Macroeconomics/AP US Gov
Biology Honors/AP Biology
Environ Sci/AP Environ Sci
Counselor/School Added Electives (based on assessments, final grades, and special programs):
Intensive Language Arts
Peer Counseling 1 & 2
Developmental Language Arts/ESOL
Learning Strategies
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East Ridge High School
12th Grade Course Planning Sheet
Senior: Cohort 2012-2013
Print Name:
Email:
Language Arts:
English 1
English 2
English 3
AP Language & Comp
Mathematics:
Algebra 1
Liberal Arts Math
Geometry
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 Honors
Pre-Calculus
AP Statistics
Calculus/AP Calculus
Math for College Readiness
Science:
Earth/Space Science
Biology
Anatomy & Physiology Hon
Physical Science
Chemistry
Chemistry Honors/AP Chemistry
Physics 1 Honors
Physics 1 Honors/AP Physics
Social Studies:
World History
US History
American Gov/Economics
AP Macroecon/AP US Gov
Electives:
Musical Theater 1, 2, 3
Acting 1
Theater 1, 2, 3
Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4
Eurthymics 1, 2, 3, 4
Band 1, 2, 3, 4
Jazz Ensemble 1, 2, 3, 4
Spanish 2, 3
French 2, 3
Journalism 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (yearbook)
Journalism 1, 2 (newspaper)
AVID 4
Virtual Lab
Leadership Skills
Studio Art 1, 2
Ceramics 1, 2
Basketball/Volleyball
Volleyball/Softball
Weight Training 1, 2
Wgt Trng (football per Peera)
HOPE
Care/Prev Ath Injuries/Comp Fitness
Agritechnology 2
#Ag Direct Study
Early Childhood Education 3, 4
Family/Consumer Direct Study
Accounting Applications 1
#Business Internship
Marketing Management
Business Ownership
Culinary Arts 3/Direct Study
Culinary Arts 4/Direct Study
Cybersecurity Essentials
Operational Cybersecurity
Allied Health 3
Nurse Assisting/Direct St
Auto Collision 3/Direct Study
Auto Collision 4/Direct Study
International Business Systems
#Business Internship
Digital Electronics
Engineering Design/Dev
TV Production 3/Direct Study
TV Production 4/Direct Study
AP Electives:
AP Human Geography
AP Spanish
AP French
AP Music Theory
AP European History
AP Art History
AP Psychology
AP Studio Art
TV Production 5/Direct Study
TV Production 6/Direct Study
AP Microeconomics/AP Comp Gov
Biology Honors/AP Biology
Environ Sci/AP Environ Sci
Counselor/School Added Electives (based on assessments, final grades, and special programs):
Intensive Language Arts
Peer Counseling 1 & 2
Intensive Math
Developmental Language Arts/ESOL Learning Strategies
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