REGISTRATION GUIDE
2013-2014
P.O. Box 158
305 South Grant Street
Oak Creek, CO 80467
970-736-2531
Fax 970-736-0211
www.southroutt.k12.co.us
Our mission is for all students to achieve a high level
of proficiency in academics and the arts while
providing a safe, positive school culture.
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Soroco High School Graduation Requirements
To receive a Soroco High School diploma, students must earn a minimum of 25
credits. These requirements are as follows:
Courses
Technology
English
Health
Mathematics
Physical Education
Science
Social Studies
Personal Finance/
Business Economics
Electives
Total
1
4
.5
3
1.5
3
3
1
credit
credits
credits
credits
credits
credits
credits
credit
9.0
credits
26
credits
One-half (.5) credit is awarded in a subject for each semester a passing grade is earned
unless otherwise noted in the course descriptions.
Students must receive necessary entrance scores on an Accuplacer test or A.C.T.
in order to take dual-enrollment courses.
The (1.5) credit physical education requirement for graduation may be waived by
participating in three semesters of high school sanctioned sports. Participation in
school sanctioned sports does not count as a credit earned towards graduation on the
transcript. This waiver only allows students to take other elective classes during their
four years at Soroco High School
* All transfer credit and independent study credit will be evaluated by the counseling
department and principal to determine appropriate credit. When possible, credit
agreements should be made prior to registration.
**Requirements for admission to Colorado public 4-year Colleges
English
4
Math
4 (Algebra I and higher)
Science
3 (Two of which must be lab based)
Social Studies 3 (Either US History or World History)
Foreign Lang. 1 (2 consecutive years, recommended)
Academic Elect. 2
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Soroco High School
Class Offerings
2013-2014
Art
Art I/II
Digital Photography/Ceramics
English (4 credits)
English I
English II
English III
English IV-based on student needs
College English Composition I&II (C)
Mathematics (3 credits)
Algebra and Geometry I
Algebra and Geometry II
Algebra and Geometry III
College Prep Math
College Algebra/Trig. (C)
Science (3 credits)
Physical Science
Biology
Advanced Ag. Science
Chemistry(every other year)
Physics(every other year)
College Biology 1 (C)
Social Studies (3 credits)
Civics/Geography
World History
U.S. History
U.S. History since 1945 (C)
20th Century World History (C)
Foreign Language
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
Intervention (elective credit)
Math Workshop
Literacy Workshop
Health (.5 credit)
Music
Band
Choir and Vocal Lab
Music Enrichment
Physical Education
(1.5 credits)
Strength and Conditioning
Lifetime Sports
Career & Technical
Education:
Agriculture Education
Agriculture I
Agriculture II
Advanced Ag Science
Horticulture
Power Mechanics
Advanced Ag. Shop
Woodshop
Business & Technology
(1 credit)
Computer Technology
College Accounting
Business Economics and Personal
Finance
Print & Digital Media/C+ Certification
Other Offerings
Aides* (Seniors)
Tutors*
Work Study (Seniors)
On-Line Learning
CNCC Virtual Classroom
Green Team
Leadership
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English
English I 9th
English II 10th
English III 11th
Yearlong courses
.5 credits/semester
Reading, writing, and speaking in
alignment with the Colorado state
standards. Students will read fiction and
non-fiction literature. Students will write
in response to the readings.
ENG 121 English Composition 1
(3 college credits)
Semester long course
.5 credits/semester
College composition will be composed
of developing the required writing skills
to succeed in any writing enhanced
college course. All genres of research
papers will be covered to include
thematic research, bibliographies,
creative writing, author research, literary
comparison, as well as many other
forms of analytical and research writing.
The primary text utilized is Write for
College. Classical and contemporary
authors will also be studied for analysis.
ENG 122 English Composition II
(3 college credits)
Semester long course
.5 credits/semester
Expands and refines the objectives
of English Composition I.
Emphasizes critical/logical thinking
and reading, problem definition,
research strategies, and writing
analytical, evaluative, and/or
persuasive papers that incorporate
research.~~This course is one of the
Statewide Guaranteed Transfer
courses. Entry requirements:
 Successful completion of
ENG 121
 Instructor permission
Mathematics
Algebra-Geometry I
.5credits/semester
Yearlong class
Topics covered will include: patterns,
properties of numbers, equation solving,
data representation, proportions,
expression operations, systems of
equations, functions, probability,
Pythagorean theorem, linear growth and
transformations and symmetry, special
angle relationships, area and perimeter.
Algebra-Geometry II
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong class
Prerequisite: Algebra-Geometry I
or equivalent
This class is a follow up to AlgebraGeometry I. Many of the topics from the
first course will be covered again in
more detail. Other topics will include:
quadratics, similar and congruent
polygons, trigonometric relationships,
areas of polygons and circles, proof and
quadrilaterals, volumes and surface
areas of prisms, inequalities and
functions.
Algebra-Geometry III
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
There will be a prerequisite of AlgebraGeometry II for this course.
Students will have the opportunity to
learn the skills of Algebra III as
applicable to real life problems and
to prepare for higher-level Math classes.
This course is the foundation to college
level work in Math. Many topics require
thought patterns that are developed
mainly in geometry. Algebra II includes
a review and extension of topics from
Algebra I and Geometry. Topics
include: study of a variety of types of
functions and inverse functions,
modeling using functions, negative and
rational exponents, and matrices.
College Algebra
.5 credits/ semester
The class includes a brief review of
intermediate algebra, equations and
inequalities, functions and their graphs,
exponential and logarithmic functions,
linear and nonlinear systems, selection
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of topics from, permutations and
combinations, the binomial theorem and
theory of equations.
College Credit: Enrollment in course
requires minimum accepted scores on
ACT or Accuplacer.
College Trigonometry
.5 credits/Semester
The class includes a brief review of
algebraic functions and graphs, basic
trigonometric functions, trigonometric
identities and equations, applications of
trigonometry, complex numbers, topics
in analytical geometry and exponential
and logarithmic functions. Enrollment
requires a C or better in College
Algebra.
College Calculus
This course introduces single variable
calculus and analytic geometry. It
includes limits, continuity, derivatives,
and applications of derivatives as well
as indefinite and definite integrals and
some applications. ~~This course is one
of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer
courses.
Entry Requirements:
 Successful completion of MAT 121
and MAT 122
 Instructor permission
College Prep Math
MAT 050 College Prep Math
(Quantitative Literacy) (4 Credits)
Develops number sense and critical
thinking strategies, introduces algebraic
thinking, and connects mathematics to
real world applications. Topics in the
course include ratios, proportions,
percents, measurement, linear
relationships, properties of exponents,
polynomials, factoring, and math
learning strategies. Successful
completion of this course satisfies the
pre-requisite requirements for entry into
College Algebra and Math for Liberal
Arts.
 Accuplacer scores required for
placement: EA 30-8
 Instructor Permission
Math Workshop
.5 credits/semester(elective credit)
Students will work on math skills and
receive additional assistance and
instruction to become proficient in the
math concepts being taught in the
Algebra/Geometry I, II, & III class series,
as well as the upper level math classes.
Grade will be based on attendance,
participation, and effort in class.
Science
Physical Science-9th
Yearlong course
.5 credits/semester
The first year of three required sciences
that investigates general topics including
water, basic chemistry, and basic
physics studying simple machines.
Grades are based on laboratory
investigations, work sheets, study
projects, and tests.
Biology I-10th grade
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
This course examines the basic
topics of the life of cells, the chemistry of
biology, cell reproduction, cell parts and
their functions, DNA technology,
evolution and some human anatomy
and physiology. Grading is based on
laboratory investigations, group projects,
essays, and tests. This is a prerequisite
to College Biology.
Advanced Ag Science
.5 credits/semester
Prerequisite: Ag I and II
Yearlong course
This is a science class.
Third and fourth year Agriculture
students are combined to further
develop understanding of plant and
animal science as it applies to modern
agricultural practices.
College Biology
.5 credits/ semester
Yearlong course
Prerequisite: Biology
BIO 111 College Biology 1 with
Lab (5 college credits)
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Examines the fundamental molecular,
cellular and genetic principles
characterizing plants and animals.
Includes cell structure and function, and
the metabolic processes of respiration,
and photosynthesis, as well as cell
reproduction and basic concepts of
heredity. This course includes laboratory
experience..~~This course is one of the
Statewide Guaranteed Transfer
courses. Entry requirements:
 Accuplacer/ACT score:
Reading 80/17
 Successful completion of HS
Biology
 Instructor Permission
BIO 112 College Biology II with
Lab (5 college credits)
Continues Biology I. Includes
ecology, evolution, classification,
structure, and function in plants and
animals. Includes laboratory
experience. ~~This course is one of
the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer
courses. Entry requirements:
 Successful completion of
BIO 111
 Instructor permission
Chemistry-9th-12th
(Every other year)
.5credits/semester
11, 12
Year Long Course
This course is a study for students of
science which includes the study of
measurements, atomic theory, chemical
bonding, nomenclature, stoichiometry,
solutions, acid and base, gas laws, and
condensed states. Laboratory
experiments demonstrate the above
concepts.
Physics(every other year)
.5 credits/semester 11, 12
Yearlong course
Highly recommended: High level
math and chemistry
This course is a study of the
interrelationships of energy in various
natural phenomena, i.e., light,
magnetism, electricity, mechanics, and
nuclear structure. A good mathematical
background is essential.
Social Studies
Civics 9th
.5 credits/ fall semester
All students will be future members of a
democracy that can only exist with
citizen participation. A strong foundation
in the principles of American civics,
including the Declaration of
Independence and the
Constitution is necessary to produce
informed citizens capable of making
responsible decisions and voting. A
knowledge of the rules, rights, and
responsibilities of citizens helps to
create a common political culture that
furthers American ideals of democracy
and equality.
World Geography 9th
.5 credits/ Spring Semester
This course uses the five themes of
geography to investigate the physical
and social aspects of the world’s
regions. A global perspective is used to
help students understand the
connections among the world’s people
and places and understand their own
situations and their own futures.
United States History 11th-12th
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
This course examines events, trends,
peoples, groups, ideas, and institutions
that have shaped American History
since Reconstruction to 1991.
World History 10th-12th
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
This course is designed for teaching
World History with an emphasis on
western civilization. European culture
dominates our culture, language,
religion, technology, and political
values. This class will begin with an
examination of the Medieval Period to
the end of World War One.
U.S. History since 1945 (C)
6
.5 credits/semester
Recommended for Junior/Senior
Focuses on the major political,
economic, social, and cultural
developments that have shaped modern
America from 1945 to the present.
20th Century World History (C)
.5 credits/semester
Recommended for Junior/Senior
Emphasizes the Investigates the major
political, social, and economic
developments, international
relationships, scientific breakthroughs,
and cultural trends that have shaped the
various global interactions of global
regions and nation-states regions and
nation-states from 1900 to the present.
Foreign Language
Spanish I
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Students have learned many
fundamentals during the 8th grade
Exploratory class, including
introductions, the alphabet, the
calendar, numbers, and other basic
conversational things and we build on
that foundation. Topics learned during
this first year include sports and leisure
activities, how to express likes and
dislikes, time, school subjects and
vocabulary, personality characteristics,
prepositions, breakfast, lunch and
dinner vocabulary, and places to go
vocabulary. They will learn the basics of
grammar and sentence structure. Verb
conjugation on the most basic level is
learned. Basic communication is
emphasized in all four areas: reading,
listening, speaking, and writing.
Students are exposed to culture by
cooking regional dishes, watching
videos on Spanish-speaking countries,
and doing Internet activities. Students
should be aware that Spanish is a
college prep class, and therefore
requires advanced study skills and
discipline. Students must maintain a “C”
average both semesters in order to
advance to Spanish II.
Spanish II
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Prerequisite: Spanish I, Minimum Grade
of “C”
More topics are covered including more
places to go vocabulary, sports, physical
and mental conditions, “fiesta”
vocabulary, family, restaurant, table
settings, bedroom and house
vocabulary, and household chores.
Grammar is learned on a higher level,
including irregular verbs and
expressions, stem-changing verbs,
commands, the present progressive
tense, and many expressions. More
emphasis is placed on the student’s
ability to communicate, and students are
graded on classroom participation.
Students must maintain a “C” average
both semesters in order to advance to
Spanish III.
Spanish III
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
More topics are covered, as well as
complex grammar concepts, including
comparatives, superlatives, the preterit,
reflexive verbs, and others. Students
are required to speak in Spanish twice a
week first semester, and three times a
week second semester, for a
participation grade. Greater emphasis
is placed on the students to express
themselves correctly and with creativity,
and increased confidence motivates the
student to excel individually.
Art
High School Art-9th-12th grade
.5 credit/semester class
2-D Art
3-D Art
This class is designed for students
interested in exploring art through a
variety of media. Students will learn
about and implement the elements of art
and principles of design through various
media relating to art history, other
cultures, and/or other school subjects.
Two dimensional (2-D) designs will
focus on drawing, painting, and
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printmaking techniques. Three
dimensional (3-D) design will focus on
techniques such as sculpture, ceramics,
and mobile techniques.
Digital Photography
.5 credits/1st semester
Students will use digital photography
and computer graphics techniques to
create altered and unaltered photos.
There is no prerequisite for this class.
Ceramics
.5 credits/2nd semester
Students will use various techniques
using clay and other materials to create
vessels and sculptural pieces. There is
no prerequisite for this class.
Music
Soroco High School Concert Band
9,10,11,12
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
*High School Concert Band credit
awarded after a full years successful
completion. Students enrolled in high
school band will continue to develop
instrumental techniques, basic music
theory and history, sight reading
techniques, and performance skills. In
addition to daily rehearsals, students
have the opportunity to audition for
honor bands, honor festivals, and AllState groups, as well as participate in
Pep Band events and attend and
participate in various performances in
and around the community. In addition
to three major concerts each year, the
HS Band also participates in the CHSAA
Solo & Ensemble Festival and CHSAA
Large Group Festival and the “Project”
Concert Band Event. The majority of
performances are mandatory, and
assessment is based on attendance,
participation, performance and musical
growth.
Soroco High School Choir and
Vocal Lab
9,10,11,12 .5 Credit/ Semester
Semester course
Students enrolled in High School Choir
and Vocal Lab will develop vocal
techniques, basic music theory and
history, and sight singing and
performance skills. In addition to daily
rehearsals, students will have the
opportunity to attend and participate in
vocal festivals and audition for honor
choirs throughout the state, as well as
participate in various performances both
in and around the community. In
addition to three major concerts each
year, the HS Choir also participates in
the CMEA District 8 Fall Vocal Festival,
CHSAA Solo & Ensemble Festival and
Large Group Festival. The majority of
performances are mandatory, and
assessment is based on attendance,
participation, performance and musical
growth.
Music Enrichment
9,10,11,12
.5 Credits/ Semester
Semester course
Students enrolled in Music Enrichment
will work independently on a music
project of their choice. These projects
include but are not limited to Honor
Audition Preparations, Music
Composition, Music Performance and
History/Theory study. Pre-approval of
project(s) by director is required prior to
enrollment.
Physical Education
Strength and Conditioning:
9th-12th
.5 credits/semester
Emphasis in this course will be on
muscle and strength development along
with cardiovascular improvement.
Students will be required to develop and
implement their own work-out schedule.
Strength improvement will be modeled
after the BFS program while the
conditioning component will model
plyometric training.
Lifetime Sports: 9th-12th
.5 credits/semester
This course focuses on individual and
dual sport activities that a person
engages in throughout a lifetime.
Students will be required to go on field
trips that involve activities such as
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mountain biking, cross-country skiing,
bowling, and ice-skating among others.
Health and Wellness: 9-12th
.5 credits/semester
Throughout this course the following five
skills are woven into the entire
curriculum, decision making,
assertiveness, stress management, and
goal setting. Some of the topics
covered are: family and personal
health, body image and eating
disorders, stress management, violence
and injury, alcohol, tobacco and other
drugs, sexually transmitted infections
and HIV, abstinence, sexuality, and
health relationships.
Agriculture Education
*Ag. Ed. classes award credit after a full
year’s successful completion. There will
be a $25/student charge for participation
in the Ag. Program to offset costs.
Students completing 4 years of Ag. Ed.
Classes including one year of Advanced
Ag. Science will receive a science and
speech credit. In addition horticulture
students will receive one science credit.
Classroom work, FFA and a student
Supervised agriculture experience are
required for all Ag. Ed. students.
Agriculture I
.5 credit/ semester
Yearlong course
The first year of the Ag. Ed. program is
designed to introduce students to all
areas of the agriculture program. These
areas will build basic competencies in
the agricultural sciences and the
agriculture shop as well as develop
leadership through participation and
membership in the FFA. Students will
learn the basics of tool identification,
welding and metal shop procedures,
FFA leadership, introduction to animal
science, introduction to agri-business.
Agriculture II .5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Prerequisite: Agriculture I
The second year of the Ag. Ed. program
is designed to introduce students to all
areas of the agriculture program. These
areas will build basic competencies in
the agricultural sciences and the
agriculture shop as well as develop
leadership through participation and
membership in the FFA. Students will
learn the advanced welding and metal
shop procedures, FFA leadership,
animal science, agri-business and an
introduction to soils and crop sciences.
Advanced Agriculture Science
.5 science credit per semester
Yearlong course
Prerequisite: Ag I and II
Third and fourth year agriculture
students are combined to further
develop understanding of plant and
animal science. For 2011-12 students
will advance their studies in plant
science focusing on range management
and land use, farm management and
agribusiness, and FFA leadership. The
curriculum for this class will rotate
between range science, basic
agronomy, and farm and ranch
management alternating years and
animal science the other so that
students may take this class for two
years.
Power Mechanics
(Prerequisite-Ag I&II)
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Open to any student with an interest in
understanding the basic machinery.
This class will include competencies
covering the engine, engine systems
and drive train. In 2011-12 students will
rebuild small engines and understand
use of advanced tools in the shop.
Students will be working as a team
rebuilding a vehicle diagnosing and
repairing engine, drive train, and body
work to complete the job.
Horticulture
11th-12th
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Horticulture is the study of plant
sciences, and greenhouse
management. Open to any junior and
senior with preference going to students
that have completed Ag. I and Ag. II.
This class is a science credit for
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graduation. Students will learn
competencies in plant science, soil
science, green house management and
business, turf and landscape
management and FFA leadership.
Advanced Ag. Shop/Metal
Fabrication
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Open to junior and senior students with
an interest in shop, mechanics,
electricity, plumbing and other
Vocational skills with preference giving
to students completing Ag. I and Ag. II
classes. Students will have an
opportunity to work on individual
projects, and will be graded daily by
participation.
Greenhouse Management
Internship
.5 credits/semester
Yearlong course
Open to 2 students that have
satisfactorily completed horticulture
class to manage and run the
greenhouse. This position will be
selected based upon students desire to
pursue a career in the horticulture field,
students ability to work independently,
and the students desire contribute to the
success of the greenhouse. Students
will be expected to handle all aspects of
managing the greenhouse which may
mean assuring plants are cared for on
weekends and vacations in conjunction
with the instructor. Students will be
asked to log daily work for this position.
Career & Technical
Education
Business & Technology
Introduction to Information
Technology
(Optional college credit course)
9th-12th (Recommended for
freshmen)
1 credit/Year (Fulfills the
“Technology” Requirement for
Graduation)
This one-year course is designed to
present an overview of basic computer
concepts in hardware, software and
network navigation, including the
internet. Students will develop the
fundamental technical skills necessary
to meet the demands of various courses
offered throughout their high school
career. Students will begin by learning
how to access and efficiently use the
technology resources available to them
within the district. Network navigation,
file management, e-mail and web site
use will be emphasized. Fundamentals
of hardware architecture and
maintenance will follow prior to
beginning our sections covering the
Windows operating system and the
Microsoft Office 2010 Suite. An
integrated approach to learning Office
2010 software will be used to develop
proficiency in the following areas: e-mail
and time management (Microsoft
Outlook 2010), word processing
(Microsoft Word 2010), database
management (Microsoft Access 2010),
spreadsheet development (Microsoft
Excel 2010), desktop publishing
(Microsoft Publisher 2010), multimedia
concepts (Microsoft PowerPoint 2010),
and Internet basics including research
techniques. The course will also
include periodic reinforcement of
keyboarding technique with an
emphasis on increasing rate and
accuracy. The course is structured to
promote increased efficiency,
productivity, and creativity in personal
and academic work through the use of
technology. All instruction will be done
using a PC with a Windows 7 operating
system. Completion of this course
freshman year will provide the computer
skills needed for papers and projects in
other courses throughout high school.
Print & Digital Publications
10th -12th (Pre-requisite- Computer
Technology or Instructor approval)
1 credit/Year (Fulfills the
“Technology” Requirement for
Graduation)
The first semester of this course
exposes students to several software
applications used in developing print
and digital publications. This project
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based course will use Microsoft
Publisher and elements of the Adobe
Design Suite 4 Web to produce various
pieces for the community, school and
personal use. Print Projects will
dominate the first semester and include
Business sets (cards, envelopes,
letterhead and electronic templates),
brochures, menus, flyers, athletic
programs, and the yearbook and sports
pictures. Digital photography and photo
manipulation using Adobe Photoshop
CS6 will also be emphasized in the first
semester.
The second semester will concentrate
on publishing in digital media using
various web content solutions including
those with in the Adobe Creative Suite 4
Web Premium to complete projects with
the district website and Facebook.
Students will also experiment with digital
video and music and complete the
yearbook and Winter sports program.
Computer Engineering
Technology 1 & 2
1 credit/Year
10th -12th
This course introduces the essential
competencies for an entry level PC
service technician. It focuses on the
COMPTIA A+ Essentials exam
objectives. Students learn to
demonstrate a basic knowledge of
installing, configuring, upgrading,
troubleshooting, and repairing
microcomputer systems including
hardware and software. This online
course provides resources, class
materials and tests creating a
seamless 21st century learning
environment. CET 1 has no
prerequisite but students must be in
at least the 10th grade.
Business Economics & Finance:
11th -12th
1 credit/Year
This course combines Principles of
Economics and Business & Personal
Finance and addresses State Standards
for Economics and Personal Finance in
a cohesive and integrated curriculum.
This is a prerequisite for other business
courses offered. Students will
understand and apply economic
principles to practical situations and
develop a long-term financial plan for
addressing their post-secondary
financial needs based on their goals.
Semester 1: This portion of the course
focuses on meeting the National
Content Standards for Micro and Macro
Economics and fulfills one semester
graduation requirement for Social
Studies. Topics progress from the basic
economic concepts of scarcity and
resource allocation through supply &
demand, economic systems, market
structures, and the role of the
government. Discussion topics include
the future of Social Security and
Medicare, economic/ environmental
trade-offs, taxation and economic policy.
In the capstone project students will
provide an analysis of the state of the
US economy and recommendations for
monetary and fiscal policy.
Semester 2: Students will work through
the progression of their financial lives
and build a basis for making informed
decisions about pending consumer
purchases as well as develop a plan to
meeting their financial goals and
ultimately financial independence at
retirement. Topics/Standards covered
include budgeting, Money Management,
Banking, Managing Credit, Insurance
(auto, housing, health, liability, life,
disability etc.), Tax Planning, Housing
(buying/financing, renting),
Transportation (buying, financing,
leasing),Saving, Investing, Paying for
post-secondary education/ training.
College Accounting:
11th -12th
.5 credits/semester
This course will cover Accounting
fundamentals, complete manual
accounting for the accounting cycle,
payroll and taxes, financial statements
and automated accounting using
QuickBooks. Students will have the
opportunity to complete the
requirements for QuickBooks
Certification through Intuit.
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Woodshop 1&2
9th-12th Grade
1 credit/Year
This course is designed to concentrate on
all basic wood construction methods.
Students will first learn how to safely
operate all woodworking equipment and
safely operate in a professional
woodworking environment. The
woodworking equipment includes all
types of hand and power tools used to
shape wood. Then students will learn the
various ways objects of wood are
formed. Students will use an assortment
of woodworking tools to craft parts for
their projects. Students will also study
different joints used to securely join
boards, and their appropriateness for
different applications. Students will
practice alternate methods used to
construct wooden projects.
This class will introduce students to
several types of wood and their unique
characteristics. Projects in this class will
be made from: Pine, Alder, Oak, Maple,
Cherry, and Walnut. Purpleheart and
Bloodwood may also be used depending
on the student’s progress. Students will
also study finishing methods including
Lacquer, Polyurethane, Boiled Linseed
Oil, Oil Stains, and Bees Wax. As a final
stage students will use their own
creativity to conceive a project and then
go about creating the project.
Other Offerings
Aide Positions-12th
.5 credit/ semester
Must be pre-arranged:
 Only one aide per teacher
will be allowed.
 Aides will have a contract
Seniors may aide for a teacher or staff
member who works for the school
district. The position must be arranged
with the staff member and a position
description for grading purposes must
be arranged. The following areas have
expressed an interest in an aide and will
be at registration:
Administration Office—prefer 5th hour
Library
Building Secretaries/ Office Aide
Athletic Director
Art
Custodian
Kitchen
Work / Study
12th Grade
Variable Credit
Students should apply for admittance to
this program in the spring before their
senior year so that a meaningful position
can be identified in advance. This
course offers one elective credit for 360
hours of approved on the job training,
(an average of 10 hours per school
week). Positions do not need to be
compensated but should contribute to
gaining experience and making valuable
connections with in a career path of
long-term interest, ideally building on the
student’s Individual Career and
Academic Plan.
English/Math Tutor 11-12th
.5 credits/semester
Semester Class
Students will work in the library under
Mrs. Little’s instruction with other
students on homework and either
reading and writing or math skills.
Students need above average skills and
a desire to work with other people.
Students may be involved with Literacy
and Math Workshop students and will
help students with organizational skills
as well. Students and schedule need
approval from Mrs. Little.
Independent Study Recycling
(4-5 positions available-see Mrs. Faris for an
interview if interested)
Sophomore, junior, or senior students
will organize recycling at the high
school, middle school, elementary
school, and administration building. He
or she will create a schedule, pick up
and sort recycling materials, keep the
recycling room neat and organized, and
coordinate with the teachers and staff at
the different buildings. Other activities
might include fundraising. Students
applying for this position will be
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expected to have good attendance,
good organizational skills, be reliable
and trustworthy, and work
independently. Students must also
have a strong environmental ethic and
believe in what they are doing. If more
than two students apply for these
positions, at semester time the teacher
retains the right to switch students, if
contract obligations are not being
fulfilled.
Student Council Leadership
9th-12th
.5 credits per semester
Yearlong course
This course will be focused on
increasing school governmental
involvement of students; as well as
community, state, and national level
governmental policy awareness. The
Student Council organization will be
involved in many school activities to
support the student body in their diverse
needs. As an organization, we remain
focused on increasing school-wide
tolerance and creating a positive school
culture where all students feel safe in
their learning environment. The Student
Council organization will work closely
with staff and administration in order to
achieve this goal. The organization will
focus on the development of public
speaking skills with a focus on current
social events that affect our school,
agreement provides eligible students the
opportunity to enroll in classes and
receive both high school and college
credit. The class is a full year
requirement for Head Boy, Head Girl,
Secretary, Treasurer, and all members
of Student Council. All applicants must
have a 2.5 GPA and submit an essay for
approval by the student council
screening committee.
CNCC Dual-Enrollment
TUITION- the District will pay the
student’s tuition to the college. Tuition
and fees are subject to change by the
State Legislature and Governing Board.
The tuition rate for the 2011-2012
school year is $173.00 per credit.
Should the student fail to
successfully complete any college
course, the student and/or parent will
repay the District the cost of tuition.
REGISTRATION FEE- It is the student’s
responsibility to pay the Registration fee
due each semester. The fee currently is
$11.05.
COURSE FEES- Certain courses are
assessed fees based on a state formula.
Courses such as BIO 111 will be
charged a fee of $5.85 per credit. This
fee is the responsibility of the student.
TEXTBOOKS-Purchase of textbooks is
a responsibility of the student. Books
will be ordered in advance of the start of
classes. Students will be contacted with
ordering information.
Students (and parents if student is
under age eighteen) will be required to
complete the following:
a. Application for Admission to the
college
b. Concurrent enrollment form-to be
filled out and signed each semester
c. Soroco School District Agreement
d. Proof of meningitis vaccination or
waiver form
College policies will apply to students
enrolled in dual enrollment courses.
MANDATORY ASSESSMENT AND
PLACEMENT-Students are subject to
mandatory assessment and placement.
Students who have taken the ACT test
prior to enrollment are exempt only if
they scored: English 18, Reading 17,
Mathematics 23. Accuplacer tests are
acceptable placement exams and are
administered by CNCC personnel at a
cost of $10.00 per student. Students
are responsible for this cost.
Absences-If you miss 10 days of a
dual-enrollment class, excused or
unexcused, your grade will
automatically drop 10%. Schoolrelated absences do not apply.
Contact Julie Hoff @ the CNCC South
Routt Office with questions. (970)7362323 or Julie.Hoff@cncc.edu
On-line Classes
10th-12th grade
COL (Colorado On-Line Learning)
COL courses can be found at
http://www.col.k12.co.us/
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BYU (Brigham Young University)
BYU courses can be found at
http://ce.byu.edu/is/site/
This opportunity is limited to sophomores,
juniors, and seniors. Students must apply
to take an on-line class through the school
coordinator. There will be a $25
registration fee for each class. Students
will be selected to participate in the program
based on the following criteria:
A Student has previously demonstrated
success in an independent study or on-line
learning environment
B. Student has schedule conflicts
C. Student desires a course not offered onsite
D. Student has the appropriate reading,
writing, and/or math skills needed to be
successful in the class
Students not passing their on-line class
at the end of the semester must
reimburse the school the cost of the
class. Each student is allowed one on-line
course with the possibility of a second class
if slots are available. If the program is full,
students have the option of additional
classes at the expense of the student.
Several of the on-line classes can be taken
for college credit. The cost to the student for
college credit is $175 for a 3 credit class.
CNCC Virtual Classroom Courses
Colorado Northwestern Community College
(CNCC) is a member of the Community
Colleges of Colorado state system. The
college is accredited by the Commission on
Institutions of Higher Education of the North
Central Association of Colleges and
Schools. (www.ncaciche.org)
The South Routt School District has entered
into a Cooperative Agreement with CNCC in
accordance with the Postsecondary
Enrollment Options Act, C.R.S. This
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