ENGLISH 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: None

English 1 encompasses a number of skills. Foremost are the reading and writing skills that are further developed with the objective of achieving a mature writing style. Exposure to various forms of literature continues in earnest with the analysis of the literary elements of short stories, plays, and novels. Vocabulary building, especially within the context of literary selections, is emphasized. Oral presentations, structured to enhance the speaking and listening skills of the freshman, are a regular part of the curriculum. Library and study skills are also promoted in anticipation of their use later in high school and possibly college.

ENGLISH 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10

Prerequisite: English 1

The second year of English is designed to develop further skills of reading and writing within the general context of world literature. More complex concepts and skills are also developed in the study of grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

ENGLISH 3

Credit: 1 Grade: 11

Prerequisite: English 2

The third year study of English is designed to develop, within the context of related reading, writing, speaking, and listening, a better understanding of the major features and history of American literature and grammar.

ENGLISH 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: English 3

The primary focus of this course is composition, vocabulary development, and British literature. The student is expected to develop multi-paragraph papers, understand words including roots, prefixes, and suffixes, and read and analyze major British works of literature.

PRE-AP ENGLISH 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Accelerated reading and writing as preparation for AP classes. Students read closely and write analyses as well as classificatory and persuasive essays. Composition and vocabulary are literature based. Requires self-motivation and personal discipline. College level work.

PRE-AP ENGLISH 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Accelerated reading and writing as preparation for AP classes. Students read closely and write analyses as well as classificatory and persuasive essays. Composition and vocabulary are literature based. Requires self-motivation and personal discipline. College level work.

FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: LEP identified

This class is designed to enable the beginning Limited English Proficient students to become competent in the comprehension, speaking, reading, and composition of the English language through the integrated use of second language methods.

FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: LEP identified

This class is designed to enable the intermediate to advanced Limited English Proficient student to become competent in the English language as in English I SOL. It also addresses the affective, linguistic, and cognitive needs of the LEP student.

AP ENGLISH 3

Credit: 1 Grade: 11

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

AP Language and composition is an intensive course which engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. It focuses on forms such as narrative, exploratory, expository and argumentative, as well as on an extensive vocabulary. AP exam practice is a part of the course. Requires self-motivation and personal discipline. College level work.

AP ENGLISH 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

Intensive, advanced reading and writing. Students read closely demanding works of prose fiction and both lyric and dramatic poetry and write mature, well-structured analyses and arguments about them. AP exam practice is a part of the course. Requires self-motivation and personal discipline. College level work.

DUAL CREDIT ENGLISH

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Pass TASP or TASP exempt

Process oriented instruction in written composition accompanied by rhetorical analysis of required prose reading, instruction in research methods, MLA documentation, and the use of PC’s in a writing lab, instruction in literary analysis and research methods, culminating in a term paper or a series of short research papers.

SPEECH COMMUNICATIONS

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Students enrolled in Speech Communications will be expected to identify, analyze, develop, and evaluate communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations.

DEBATE 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Students learn the specific formats and forums for debates, the process of logic and critical thinking, utilize reading experiences, understand debate resolutions, and cross examination techniques. The student learns to write single-issue briefs, affirmative case construction and negative case construction. The student will be provided opportunities to experience debate and to compete at tournaments.

DEBATE 2-3 HONORS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Teacher approval, meet criteria

Students learn the specific formats and forums for debates, the process of logic and critical thinking, utilize reading experiences, understand debate resolutions, and cross examination techniques. The student learns to write single-issue briefs, affirmative case construction and negative case construction. The student will be provided opportunities to experience debate and to compete at tournaments.

INDEPENDENT STUDY (SPEECH)

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: 3 years of debate

Students learn the specific formats and forums for debates, the process of logic and critical thinking, utilize reading experiences, understand debate resolutions, and cross examination techniques. The student learns to write single-issue briefs, affirmative case construction and negative case construction. The student will be provided opportunities to experience debate and to compete at tournaments.

JOURNALISM

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Strong English skills necessary

Journalism is an introduction to the basic principles of reporting and related print media skills (graphic arts, layout, principles of design, etc.). The course also includes studies in advertising, broadcasting, history of the American press, and specialized writing.

ADVANCED JOURNALISM: YEARBOOK

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Journalism , teacher approval

A yearbook production course based on the design and creation of the BULLDOG yearbook, a district-wide annual publication. Both writing and creative skills are required to produce this book.

ADVANCED JOURNALISM: NEWSPAPER PRODUCTION

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Journalism, teacher approval

SPANISH 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Spanish 1 is the study of basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation of the Spanish language, along with an introduction to the Hispanic culture and its people. Students will practice the language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing Spanish in the context of everyday situations. Emphasis is on learning basic Spanish grammar and conversation in order to communicate on a novice level.

SPANISH 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Spanish 1

Spanish 2 is the continuation of the basics studied in Spanish 1. Students will continue to practice the language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing Spanish in more complex situations. Emphasis is on gaining a more sophisticated level of language usage.

SPANISH 3

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Spanish 2

Spanish 3 is a more intense study of the Spanish language, with emphasis on acquiring an intermediate level of speech. Students will gain exposure to Hispanic culture, art and literature from both Latin America and Spain.

SPANISH 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Spanish 3

Spanish 4 is for the serious student of the Spanish language. Emphasis will be on Hispanic literature, artists, and advanced language usage. Students will practice advanced listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

SPANISH 5

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Spanish 4

Spanish 5 is for the student who wants to continue the study of Spanish in college. Emphasis will be on advanced grammar and conversation; authentic, complete works of literature of all genre; the study of well-known Hispanic figures; and perfecting writing skills in the Spanish language.

FRENCH 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

French 1 is the study of basic vocabulary grammar and pronunciation of the French language. An introduction of French culture will also be studied. This course will include listening, oral communication, reading and writing French. Pronunciation drills will be stressed.

FRENCH 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: French 1

French 2 is a continuation of the basics studied in French 1. More emphasis will be placed on conversational French and writing skills.

FRENCH 3

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: French 2

French 3 is a more intense study of the French language. The main emphasis will be on conversation and writing skills. This course is for those students who are serious about furthering their foreign language studies.

FRENCH 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: French 3

French 4 is a more intense study of the French language. The main emphasis will be on conversation and writing skills. This course is for those students who are serious about furthering their foreign language studies.

ALGEBRA 1 AIM I

(Algebra Insights Through Manipulatives)

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Algebra is the foundation course for high school mathematics. AIM is a format offered for students to learn algebra. The course content requires students to work in pairs or groups and use a variety of hands-on activities to discover and apply algebraic concepts. AIM establishes a strong fundamental foundation for the use of mathematics in many career areas. Students may be assessed individually or in a group using the manipulatives as well as traditional assessment. All algebra students will participate in the State algebra-end-of-course exam.

ALGEBRA 1 AIM II

(Algebra Insights Through Manipulatives)

Credit: 2 credits (1local & 1state) Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Algebra is the foundation course for high school mathematics. AIM is a format offered for students to learn algebra. The course content requires students to work in pairs or groups and use a variety of hands-on activities to discover and apply algebraic concepts. AIM establishes a strong fundamental foundation for the use of mathematics in many career areas. Students may be assessed individually or in a group using the manipulatives as well as traditional assessment. All algebra students will participate in the State algebra-end-of-course exam.

ALGEBRA 1 AIM III

(Algebra Insights Through Manipulatives)

Credit: 2 credits (1 local & 1 state) Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

Algebra is the foundation course for high school mathematics. AIM is a format offered for students to learn algebra. The course content requires students to work in pairs or groups and use a variety of hands-on activities to discover and apply algebraic concepts. AIM establishes a strong fundamental foundation for the use of mathematics in many career areas. Students may be assessed individually or in a group using the manipulatives as well as traditional assessment. All algebra students will participate in the State algebra-end-of-course exam.

GEOMETRY STUDIES

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, teacher recommendation

The geometry student shall study the nature of deductive reasoning with opportunities to draw conclusions, use logic, use undefined terms and definitions, and use direct and indirect proofs. Students will also learn real world geometry with experiences in finding properties of geometric figures, understanding symmetry, finding area and volume, and using lines and angles. Students will learn some basic postulates and theorems, and learn geometric concepts such as congruent triangles; transformations; inequalities; parallel lines; quadrilaterals; area; similarity; right angles; coordinate geometry; circles; regular polygons and the circle; and geometric solids.

GEOMETRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, teacher recommendation

The geometry student shall study the nature of deductive reasoning with opportunities to draw conclusions, use logic, use undefined terms and definitions, and use direct and indirect proofs. Students will also learn real world geometry with experiences in finding properties of geometric figures, understanding symmetry, finding area and volume, and using lines and angles. Students will learn some basic postulates and theorems, and learn geometric concepts such as congruent triangles; transformations; inequalities; parallel lines; quadrilaterals; area; similarity; right angles; coordinate geometry; circles; regular polygons and the circle; and geometric solids.

PRE-AP GEOMETRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, teacher recommendation

The Pre-AP Geometry student shall study the nature of deductive reasoning with opportunities to draw conclusions, use logic, use undefined terms and definitions, and use direct and indirect proofs. Students will also learn real world geometry with experiences in finding properties of geometric figures, understanding symmetry, finding area and volume, and using lines and angles. Students will learn some basic postulates and theorems, and learn geometric concepts such as congruent triangles; transformations; inequalities; parallel lines; quadrilaterals; area; similarity; right angles; coordinate geometry; circles; regular polygons and the circle; and geometric solids.

ALGEBRA 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, teacher recommendation

Algebra 2 includes concepts and skills associated with open sentences, properties of the complex number system, polynomials and rational expressions, performing operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving rational expressions. Students will also learn properties of points and planes in space, concepts and skills associated with matrices and determinants, quadratic functions, conic sections and systems of quadratics, exponential and logarithmic functions, concepts and skills relating to higher degree polynomial functions and concepts and properties of sequences and series.

PRE-AP ALGEBRA 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, teacher recommendation

Pre-AP Algebra includes concepts and skills associated with open sentences, properties of the complex number system, polynomials and rational expressions, performing operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving rational expressions. Students will also learn properties of points and planes in space, concepts and skills associated with matrices and determinants, quadratic functions, conic sections and systems of quadratics, exponential and logarithmic functions, concepts and skills relating to higher degree polynomial functions and concepts and properties of sequences and series.

MATHEMATICAL MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, teacher recommendation

In Mathematical Models with Applications, students continue to build on the K-8 and Algebra I foundations as they expand their understanding through other mathematical experiences. Students use algebraic, graphical, and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure, to model information, and to solve problems from various disciplines. Students use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life-applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design, and science. Students use mathematical models from algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics and connections among these to solve problems from a wide variety of advanced applications in both mathematical and nonmathematical situations. Students use a variety of representations (concrete, numerical, algorithmic, graphical), tools, and technology to link modeling techniques and purely mathematical concepts and to solve applied problems.

As students do mathematics, they continually use problem solving, language and communication, connections within and outside mathematics, and reasoning. Students also use multiple representations, applications and modeling, justification and proof, and computation in problem-solving contexts.

PRE-AP PRECALCULUS

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Alg. 2 & Geom., teacher recommendation

In Pre-calculus, students continue to build on the K-8, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry foundations as they expand their understanding through other mathematical experiences. Students use symbolic reasoning and analytical methods to represent mathematical situations, to express generalizations, and to study mathematical concepts and the relationships among them. Students use functions, equations, and limits as useful tools for expressing generalizations and as means for analyzing and understanding a broad variety of mathematical relationships. Students also use functions as well as symbolic reasoning to represent and connect ideas in geometry, probability, statistics, trigonometry, and calculus and to model physical situations. Students use a variety of representations (concrete, numerical, algorithmic, graphical), tools, and technology to model functions and equations and solve real-life problems.

As students do mathematics, they continually use problem solving, language and communication, connections within and outside mathematics, and reasoning. Students also use multiple representations, applications and modeling, justification and proof, and computation in problem-solving contests.

AP CALCULUS

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

In Computer Science I students will study programming methodology. This course is designed to teach effective coding and program design. Students will learn the structured programming language Pascal. Students will apply the programming skills developed in this course to text processing, simulations, data analysis, data management, systems software, and graphics. Students will also study the history and development of computer systems and languages

WEB MASTERING

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Keyboarding, TASP or exempt

The technology applications curriculum has four strands: foundations, information acquisition, work in solving problems, and communication. Through the study of technology applications foundations, including technology-related terms, concepts, and data input strategies, students learn to make informed decisions about technologies and their applications. The efficient acquisition of information includes the identification of task requirements; the plan for using search strategies; and the use of technology to access, analyze, and evaluate the acquired information. By using technology as a tool that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate the results. Students communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences. A variety of technologies will be used. Students will analyze and evaluate the results.

INTEGRATED PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: None

In Integrated Physics and Chemistry, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical-thinking and scientific problem-solving. This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: motion, waves, energy transformations, properties of matter, changes in matter, and solution chemistry.

PRE-AP INTEGRATED PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Pre-AP Physical Science is a laboratory-oriented course that provides an in-depth study of general chemistry and physics. The course includes guided research and independent study. These avenues will enhance higher critical thinking skills in this problem-solving course.

BIOLOGY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

Biology explores the nature of life and explains some of the properties and activities of the living state. It states how life progresses and organisms maintain their district characteristics and how changes occur in a species. Further study examines what is or is not a living substance. The smallest living things with characteristics of life are discussed. Students are taken on a tour past the numerous interesting species of plants and on a study of invertebrates from the simplest to the more complex--the chordates.

PRE-AP BIOLOGY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Int. Phys. & Chem., teacher recommendation

Pre-AP Biology is a rigorous, laboratory-oriented course that offers students a challenge in such areas as biochemistry, cells (structure & function, energy and growth), genetics, evolution, ecology, taxonomy and human biology. The pace of this course will require additional outside reading and research. The analytical and critical thinking skills students will develop will help to prepare them for Advanced Placement level Biology II.

DUAL BIOLOGY

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Pre-AP Bio & Chem., TASP or exempt

Content requirements for Dual Biology are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Biology, published by The College Board.

CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Int. Phys. & Chem., Alg. l, teacher recommendation

Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course. It is designed to allow the student to participate in laboratory exercises and classroom discussions that will enhance their knowledge of elements, compounds, equations, gas behavior, solutions, acid-base reactions, and stoichiometry.

PRE-AP CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Int. Phys. & Chem., Alg. 1, teacher recommendation

Pre-AP Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course geared to the student with exceptional science/math abilities. The course will go beyond the chemistry curriculum to include nuclear chemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, organic and biochemistry.

AP CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Chem. 1, Alg. 1, teacher recommendation

Content requirements for Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Chemistry, published by The College Board.

PAP PHYSICS

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Int. Phys. & Chem., Alg. 2

PAP Physics is a balance between physics theory and practical applications. The topics covered in physics are: energy, problem solving, motion, resolution and composition of forces, phases of matter, heat and work, waves light and sound, electricity and magnetism, atomic structure, and nuclear reactions.

PRE-AP SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGN

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Enrolled in or completed PAP Physics and teacher recommendation.

Pre-AP Scientific Research and Design is a project-oriented course intended to allow students more in-depth exposure to a scientific field of his/her choosing. Experimental methods, research, statistical methods, computer modeling, and computer controlled experimentation is emphasized throughout the course. Grades will be awarded on a contract/milestone basis.

LAB MANAGEMENT - CHEMISTRY

Credit: 1 local Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of both Chemistry l,

AP Chemistry, and teacher

Students will assist in the set up of the science lab working with students and the science lab materials and equipment. A maximum of 6 students will be accepted from those who apply.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: None

This course provides students the opportunity to study the interaction of people and their physical environments in the major areas of the world. Content introduces the student to the world of geographers, their unique vocabulary, tools, the physical setting of the earth, locate and study different landforms a and regions of the world, learn how people and geography impact each other, and are introduced to urban analysis. Content offers students the opportunity to put into practice the geographical concepts and skills they have accumulated throughout the social studies program beginning in the elementary grades and in Texas and United States history courses.

PRE-AP GEOGRAPHY

Credit: 1 Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

This course provides students the opportunity to study the interaction of people and their physical environments in the major areas of the world. Content introduces the student to the world of geographers, their unique vocabulary, tools, the physical setting of the earth, locate and study different landforms and regions of the world, learn how people and geography impact each other, and are introduced to urban analysis. Content offers students the opportunity to put into practice the geographical concepts and skills they have accumulated throughout the social studies program beginning in the elementary grades and in the Texas and United States history courses.

WORLD HISTORY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

World History is the study of past cultures, people and events that have shaped our world as it is today. The student will be given an opportunity to study how physical features of an area affected its historical development. They will trace the developments of different religions around the world and their effect on developments in those areas. Also, political, economic and social changes are discussed throughout the entire course in all cultures. Students will be given an opportunity to trace changes in technology through the ages. The developments of ideas such as capitalism, socialism and communism are discussed along with their influence on society. Nationalism and imperialism are discussed in relation to world wars and their results and future problems that may occur. Also, discussion of the impact of conflicting ideologies on present day affairs will be included. After finishing the course, the student will have a better understanding and background of how their lives are a cumulative result of all past cultures of the world and appreciate the possibility of their lives possibly affecting future generations.

PRE - AP WORLD HISTORY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

Pre-AP World History is the study of past cultures, people and events that have shaped our world as it is today. The student will be given an opportunity to study how physical features of an area affected its historical development. They will trace the developments of different religions around the world and their effect on developments in those areas. Also, political, economic and social changes are discussed throughout the entire course in all cultures. Students will be given an opportunity to trace changes in technology through the ages. The developments of ideas such as capitalism, socialism and communism are discussed along with their influence on society. Nationalism and imperialism are discussed in relation to world wars and their results and future problems that may occur. Also, discussion of the impact of conflicting ideologies on present day affairs will be included. After finishing the course, the student will have a better understanding and background of how their lives are a cumulative result of all past cultures of the world and appreciate the possibility of their lives possibly affecting future generations.

SINCE RECONSTRUCTION

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

U.S. History is the continuation of a two-year survey of American history begun in the 8th grade. High school U.S. History begins with Reconstruction and extends into the present. Curriculum includes the emergence of the United States as a world power; geographic influences on the historic development of the United States; economic development and growth of the United States; social and cultural developments of the United States; and political development of the United States.

SINCE RECONSTRUCTION

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt

Content requirements for Dual Credit United States History are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course in United States History, published by The College Board.

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

U.S. Government shall include the following elements: foundations of the U.S. political system; development of the U.S. governmental systems; structures and functions of the U.S. governmental systems; and participation and decision making in civic affairs.

ECONOMICS

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

This course shall include the following concepts: the American free enterprise system; government in the American economic system; American economic system and international economic relations; consumer economics; social studies attitudes, values, and skills for citizenship.

ECONOMICS-HONORS

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria; concurrent with AP Govt.

Economics Honors includes the curriculum of the regular economics course plus a more in-depth study of the current economy, potential economic scenarios, selected issues, and diverse investment approaches.

DUAL U.S. GOVERNMENT

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt

Content requirements for Dual U.S. Government and Politics are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course in U.S. Government and Politics, published by The College Board.

HEALTH EDUCATION

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

This required course emphasize understanding and appreciation of the human body. Physical, mental and emotional aspects of health are studied. Topics include personality, appearance, emotions and health, use of drugs, alcohol and tobacco, systems of the body, disease, safety, and first aid. Students also study health services from the standpoint of the consumer and learn the important role of community health services.

ADVANCED HEALTH EDUCATION

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Health Education

The main emphasis of this course will be the prevention, care, and treatment of athletic injuries. This includes the study of specific injuries including psychological aspects of injuries and other related topics. Students are provided opportunities for researching, discussing and analyzing health issues. This higher level of involvement provides students with experiences designed to reinforce positive health behaviors. Students are given the opportunity to learn more about technology, how it affects health and how to use electronic technology to gain healthy information.

FOUNDATION OF PERSONAL FITNESS

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Foundations of Personal Fitness represents a new approach in physical education and the concept of personal fitness. The basic purpose of this course is to motivate students to strive for lifetime personal fitness with an emphasis on the health-related components if physical fitness. The knowledge and skills taught in this course include teaching students about the process of becoming fit as well as achieving some degree of fitness within the class. The concept of wellness, or striving to reach optimal levels of health, is the corner stone of this course and is exemplified by one of the course objectives—students designing their own personal fitness program.

ADVENTURE/OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Credit: ½ Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Personal Fitness

Students enrolled in Adventure Outdoor Education are expected to develop competency in outdoor education activities that provide opportunities for enjoyment and challenge. Emphasis is placed upon student selection of activities that also promote a respect for the environment and that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.

TEAM SPORTS

Credit: ½ Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Personal Fitness

Students enrolled in Team Sports are expected to develop health-related fitness and an appreciation for teamwork and fair play. Like the other high school physical education courses, Team Sports is less concerned with the acquisition of physical fitness during the course than reinforcing the concept of incorporating physical activity into a lifestyle beyond high school.

INDIVIDUAL SPORTS

Credit: ½ Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Personal Fitness

Students in Individual Sports are expected to participate in a wide range of individual sports that can be pursued for a lifetime. The continued development of health-related fitness and the selection of individual sport activities that are enjoyable is a major objective of this course.

AEROBIC ACTIVITIES

Credit: ½ Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Personal Fitness

Students in Aerobic Activities are exposed to a variety of activities that promote health-related fitness. A major expectation of this course is for the student to design a personal fitness program that uses aerobic activities as a foundation.

ATHLETICS

Credit: 1/2-1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Coaches’ approval

The following athletics are offered for boys:

Football Basketball Tennis

Baseball Golf (after school) Cross Country

Athletic Trainer Track

The following athletics are offered for girls:

Volleyball Basketball Tennis

Softball Golf (after school) Cross Country

Athletic Trainer Track

ART 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

This course is designed to introduce the beginning student to basic fundamental terminology and concepts of drawing, painting, and two-dimensional art. Students enrolling in art may be required to furnish a minimum of art supplies not to exceed $10 per semester.

ART 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Art 1

This is a continuation of Art 1. Advanced terminology and concepts of drawing, painting, and two-dimensional art are studied. Basic concepts of three-dimensional art are introduced. Students enrolling in art may be required to furnish a minimum of art supplies not to exceed $10 per semester.

ART 3

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Art 2

This is a course designed for the advanced student. Individualized expression as well as constructive criticism is encouraged. Free-form sculpture, ceramics and commercial art are introduced. Students enrolling in art may be required to furnish a minimum of art supplies not to exceed $10 per semester.

ART 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Art 3

This course is a prerequisite for further training in art, design, and communication as related to occupations. Students enrolling in art may be required to furnish a minimum of art supplies not to exceed $10 per semester.

THEATER ARTS 1

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Theater Arts 1 is an introductory performance course incorporating expressive use of the body and voice, acting and theater production concepts and skills, and aesthetic growth through appreciation of theatrical events.

THEATER ARTS 2

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Theater Arts 1

Theater Arts 2-4 is a performance-oriented course, which gives students, experience in acting, directing, technical theater and interpretation of dramatic literature. Numerous scenes are produced in class and for the public as well as technical designs. Several public performances are rehearsed in class.

THEATER ARTS 3 & 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Teacher approval

Theater Arts 2-4 is a performance-oriented course that gives students experience in acting, directing, technical theater and interpretation of dramatic literature. Numerous scenes are produced in class and for the public as well as technical designs. Several public performances are rehearsed in class.

THEATER PRODUCTION 1, 2, 3, 4

Credit: 1/2-1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

Play Production is an after-hours class in which the student must participate in the production of the fall production and the UIL play in building, painting, costuming, make-up, set design, lights, and sound as well as acting.

BAND 1, 2, 3, and 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: In sequence

This course stresses instrumental, technical and tone quality development toward performance skill and basic musical understanding of terms and expressions, music notation, and appreciation of different types of music in general. Band serves as a representative of the community as well as the school through public performance. It builds on proper attitudes in individual responsibilities and appreciation for the contribution of others toward the achievements of a group. Students are required to participate in extra rehearsals and performances throughout the year for both marching and concert bands.

BAND 1 & 2 HONORS

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Director’s approval, meet criteria

Honors Band 1 and 2 is an enrichment activity designed for those advanced band students who have a desire to learn, in depth, instrumental literature, music history, and music theory above what is offered in the band classroom. A judged recital, research projects, professional concert attendance, music theory study, and participation in competitive events are some of the activities.

CHOIR 1, 2, 3, 4

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: In sequence

The choir course involves the study, rehearsal and performance of a wide variety of worthy choral music both serious and light. Emphasis is placed upon the training of the students’ voices. Sensitivity to the singing of accurate pitches and rhythms, the correct enunciation of speech sounds as sung, and the expressive performance of the music are all emphasized. The fundamentals of written music are taught and are practiced in various ear-training and sight-singing activities. Effective rehearsal habits are stressed, and the staging and presentation of the choral performance is practiced.

CHOIR 1 & 2 HONORS

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Director’s approval, meet criteria

Honors Choir 1 & 2 is an enrichment activity designed for those advanced choral students who have a desire to learn, in depth, vocal literature, music history and music theory above what is offered in the choral classroom. A judged recital, research projects, professional concert attendance, music theory study, and participation in competitive events are some of the activities required in this course. Credit is earned when all requirements have been met.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

A comprehensive foundation course designed to study global agriculture. The course includes agricultural career development, leadership, communications, and personal finance.

AND TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

A comprehensive course designed to enhance the agricultural comprehension of young adults. The course includes soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, supervised agricultural experience programs, and leadership.

WILDLIFE AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A technical course designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using wildlife and natural resources. Opportunities for skill development in leadership, record keeping, and career planning are presented.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A cluster course concerned with world food production; the processing, preparing, and packaging of foods; government regulations regarding foods; exploring occupational opportunities; and leadership development.

INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A cluster course designed to provide basic theory and specialized skills in the areas of tool identification, carpentry, electricity, plumbing, masonry, fence building, painting, metal working, welding processes, and safety. Leadership development and career exploration are also included.

TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A technical course designed to develop skills in metal equipment assembly and joining processes.

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS

Credit: 2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A pre-employment lab course designed to develop skills in the selection, operation, maintenance, service, and use of power units, machinery, equipment, structures, and utilities. The course includes planning and selection of materials, mechanical practices associated with irrigation, water management, irrigation systems, land measuring, and leveling.

SCIENCES

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A cluster course designed as an introduction to and overview of horticultural sciences, with emphasis on technical skills, and career opportunities.

AND MAINTENANCE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A technical course designed to develop skills in the design, construction, and maintenance of planted areas. Devices for the beautification of home grounds and other areas of human habitation and recreation will be covered.

HORTICULTURE

Credit: 2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Sequence of course

A pre-employment lab course designed to develop skills in the production, processing, and marketing of horticulture plants used principally for ornamental, recreation, and aesthetic purposes and in the establishment, maintenance, and management of horticultural enterprises. The course includes structures, machinery, and equipment necessary for each horticultural enterprise.

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A technical course designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of domestic animals.

EQUINE SCIENCE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of course

A technical course designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the selection, nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of horses.

ANIMAL PRODUCTION

Credit: 2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

A pre-employment lab course designed to develop skills in animal production and feedlot operation through the development of competencies in the selection, physiology, nutrition, health, facilities, feeding, and marketing of cattle, sheep, and swine.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Sequence of courses

Students will gain knowledge and skills in the use of CAD drafting software and related equipment. The first 10-14 weeks begins with the use of manual drafting equipment and develops the necessary skills to produce blueprint quality drawings. The students will become familiar and proficient in terms and concepts such as parallel, perpendicular, orthographic, isometric, oblique, alphabet of lines, line quality, and line weight. The balance of the course will consist of applying these skills on the computers using the CAD program. The students will progress from relatively simple drawings too more difficult. Students will be exposed to a range of drafting careers.

ENGINEERING GRAPHICS

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Computer applications

An exploratory course focusing the design, planning, and technical communication associated with manufacturing systems. Emphasis is placed on production drawings and graphics related to machine design, welding fabrication, electrical and electronic components, piping, technical illustration, gears and cams, and jigs and fixtures culminating with intersection and development drawings.

ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Engineering graphics, in sequence

An exploratory course designed to focus on the design, planning, and technical aspects of construction. Emphasis is placed on the production of drawings and media related to residential and commercial architecture, illustration and presentation, municipal and public utilities, and topographical and transportation systems.

RESEARCH, DESIGN, AND DEVELOPMENT

Credit: 1 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Comp. App., Eng. Gr., and Arch. Gr.

A self-paced course designed to enhance the student’s abilities in the drafting discipline. Students will choose their own project and research topics related to that project. Stating a problem and addressing the different areas of concern will be a critical to the designing of the project. The student will develop production drawings and graphics related to their project. Students will be supervised as they are guided toward the completion of their structure designs.

MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Students will gain valuable knowledge and skills in the safety and use of power tools used in the production and manufacturing of wood and plastic products. Safety in the use of power equipment both at school home and in the work place is highly stressed with the first 6 to 10 weeks devoted to that study. Designing, drawing, material selection, sequential order, joinery, adhesives, clamping abrasives and finishing are all areas that are addressed in the production of projects chosen and designed by the students. Construction components, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction practices and management techniques will also be introduced and explored. In addition to their technical skills and knowledge students will gain an understanding of career opportunities available along with other applications of their newly acquired skills.

PERSONAL AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Home economics education provides individuals and families with essential knowledge and skills for managing the challenges of living and working in a diverse, global society. Individuals utilize these skills to enhance career and personal effectiveness, promote family strength and well being, and pursue career options.

PREPARING FOR PARENTING

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

A technical course that focuses on parenthood education, including the responsibilities of parenting, the interrelationship of parenting behavior, behavior of children, and child development. The course emphasizes solving problems of the family as a family, special parenting needs and/or situations such as single parenting, stepparents, children in crises, and abusive parenting behaviors. Managing the multiple roles of family member and wage earner (including the impact of the management on family life and productivity of the worker) is also covered.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Parenting & Child Development

A technical course designed to focus on the development and care of children, including the impact of parenting on the individual(s), prenatal and postnatal care, the development of children (including opportunities for making decisions), and child care guidance techniques. The course emphasizes parenting techniques for teaching children with special needs such as those who are disabled, gifted, and talented. The causes and prevention of child abuse are addressed. Provides in-depth study related to career and job opportunities.

NUTRITION & FOOD SCIENCE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

A technical laboratory course designed with a strong component in nutrition as it relates to dietary functions through the family life cycle, special dietary needs, and nutrient sources. Safety, sanitation, and nutrient retention in food preparation are addressed. Also covered are the cultural influences on food patterns, management techniques, and careers in food and nutrition occupations. Concepts and skills that are related to managing the multiple roles of family member and wage earner are emphasized.

FOOD SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Food Science & Nutrition

A technical laboratory course designed to provide an in-depth study of the significance of nutrition in food science, including the knowledge and skills needed to study food science, processing, marketing, and technology involved in food/nutrition. The opportunities in food and nutrition occupational areas are explored as well as the concepts and skills related to managing the multiple roles of family member and wage earner.

INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

This course gives an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, environmental, and informational systems of the health care industry. The focus is on career exploration, leadership development, ethical and legal issues, and the history, economics, and trends in financing health care.

HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY I

Credit: 2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Intro to Hlth. Sci. Tech and Biology concurrent

A course designed to develop health-care-specific knowledge and skills in effective communications, ethical and legal responsibilities, client care, safety, first aid, and CPR. This course prepares the student for the transition to clinical or work-based experiences in health care.

HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY II

Credit: 2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Hlth. Sci. Tech I, Biology, Chemistry concurrent

A course designed to provide for the development of multi-occupational knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course may be taught by different methodologies such as pre-employment laboratory, clinical rotation, or cooperative education.

PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Biology & Chemistry 1

The course is divided into five units: organization of human body, principles of support and movement, control systems of the human body, maintenance of the human body, and continuity.

BUILDING TRADES I & II

Credit: 2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

First-year instruction is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in construction-related careers—carpenter, bricklayer/stone mason, electrician, plumber, painter and decorator. Second-year instruction is designed to enhance entry-level training and employment in one of the five construction-related areas.

(MOCT)

Credit: 3 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Pass TAAS, Meet criteria

INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt

A foundation study of the history and philosophy of criminal justice and its ethical considerations; crime is defined, and its nature and impact are explored. Instruction also includes an overview of the criminal justice system, law enforcement and the court systems, a study of prosecution and defense, trial processes, and corrections and penal system.

FUNDAMENTALS OF CRIMINAL LAW

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt, in sequence

A study of the nature of criminal law, its philosophical and historical development, and major definitions and concepts, including the classifications of crime with the elements of crimes and penalties using Texas statutes as illustrations.

CRIME IN AMERICA

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt, in sequence

A foundation course designed to provide instruction in American crime problems in a historical perspective, social policy affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime.

COURTS AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt, in sequence

A technical course designed to provide an overview of the judiciary in the criminal justice system, structure of the American court system, prosecution, right to counsel, pre-trial release, grand juries, adjudication processes, types and rules of evidence, and sentencing.

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

Credit: l/2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt

A study of the history of public safety communications and of the federal and state laws affecting public safety communications form the basis for this course. In addition, telephone and radio communications systems are studied as are communication documentation, emergency management, 911 communications, and stress and crisis management.

BASIC COUNTY CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Credit: l/2 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: TASP or exempt

A basic course focusing on the function of jail custodial staff is examined with emphasis on the correctional officer. Institutional procedures are reviewed including reception, classification, program assignment, and release procedures.

KEYBOARDING

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

A course designed to meet students’ career and/or personal needs for typewriting and to provide the skills necessary to utilize the computer. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of touch control of keyboard characters, correct key stroking, proper manipulations of operative parts, and care of the machine. Skills are developed through a continuous program of selective practice based on diagnosis of individual needs through the production of letters, manuscripts, tabulations, business forms, and communications, reports and themes, and composition at the keyboard. Additional skill development includes proofreading, spelling, word division, punctuation, and correction techniques.

BUSINESS COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS I

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Keyboarding

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce and/or post-secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies.

BUSINESS COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS II

Credit: 1 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Microcomputer Applications, BCIS I

An occupationally specific course (pre-employment laboratory or cooperative education) designed to provide advanced training in concepts and skills related to computer applications. Special emphasis is placed on computer operations, word processing, database management, spreadsheet manipulation, telecommunications, desktop publishing, and other high-level business application software. The course may be taught as a pre-employment laboratory or as cooperative education. The course is approved for computer proficiency credit.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES

Credit: 3 Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Pass TAAS, Meet criteria

Students recognize, evaluate, and prepare for a rapidly evolving global business environment that requires flexibility and adaptability. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and/or post-secondary education. Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the environment, ethics, health, safety, and diversity in society and in the workplace. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communications, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business.

ACCOUNTING

Credit: 1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

This course offers a general introduction to accounting emphasizing the need for financial records. The course is designed to provide the fundamental accounting equation and its application to accounting procedures. This includes the basic steps of the accounting cycle, special journals and ledgers, work sheets, adjusting and closing entries, special problems in the purchase and sale of merchandise, notes and interest, depreciation, accruals and prepaid items, payroll records, and personal income taxes. Use of calculating machines and the completion of a project, and the introduction of electronic data processing are included in the course.

OCCUPATIONAL PREPARATION CLASSES I-IV

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

Students will develop concepts and skills involved in the in-depth exploration of job clusters, develop concepts and skills relating to the discovery of abilities, interests and aptitudes.

VOCATIONAL ADJUSTMENT CLASSES (VAC)

Credit: Determined by number of hrs. worked each week

Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

This instructional program is designed to provide instruction to designated students on a job with regularly scheduled supervision by instructional personnel. A student in part-time job training/employment receives a minimum of two hours daily of job-related and academic instruction. A student in full-time job training/employment receives a minimum of one hour a week of job-related instruction.

DAILY LIVING SKILLS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

The student will develop objectives needed for levels of independent living; personal care, meal preparation and homemaking. Mastery will be contingent upon meeting each student’s individual educational plan as designed by the ARD committee.

RECREATION AND LEISURE

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

The student will develop objectives indicated for the development of communication, adult social skills and recreation and leisure. Mastery will be contingent upon meeting each student’s individual plan as designed by the ARD committee.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL SKILLS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

The student will develop objectives needed for levels of mobility, shopping, transportation, emergency responses, citizenship, and health and well being as it applies. Mastery will be contingent upon meeting each student’s individual educational plan as deemed appropriate by the ARD committee.

COMMUNITY SKILLS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

Community Skills is a class designed to develop awareness and skill in the areas of communication, responsibility, assertiveness, employability, problem-solving, and relationships. The purpose of this class is to develop a student’s social skills to help make the student successful in all areas of his/her life.

CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

Students will gain knowledge and skills in the safety and use of hand tools and limited use of some power tools used in the manufacturing of woodworking projects. Safety in the use of equipment both at school and home is stressed with the first part of the course devoted to that study. Material selection, sequential order, joinery, clamping, adhesives, and abrasives are areas that will be addressed. Student participation in the choice of projects is strongly encouraged. Construction components, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction practices and management techniques will also be introduced and explored. In addition to the skills and knowledge student will appreciate an understanding of career opportunities and other skill related applications.

HOME MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

A cluster course designed to provide the acquisition of skills and knowledge needed to improve and maintain the urban or rural home and adjacent buildings, including the analysis of repair needs and use of approved safety techniques. Leadership development and record keeping are also included.

AGRICULTURAL STRUCTURES TECHNOLOGY

Credit: 1/2 Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Meet criteria

A technical course designed to develop skills in the maintenance, evaluation, design, and building of agricultural structures using approved construction techniques.

TAAS MATH (Compensatory)

Credit: 1/2-1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Non-mastery of TAAS Math

This course is designed to target the TAAS Math test’s specifications and objectives for students who did not pass the math section of TAAS exit level.

READING IMPROVEMENT

Credit: 1/2-1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: TAAS test scores

Reading Improvement is designed to assist high school students who are limited in reading. A student may take more than one unit of the course for local credit only. Students’ needs and progress are to be evaluated throughout the course to determine each one’s instructional program. The emphasis of the course is to develop competency in exit-level reading skills. Instruction will focus on increasing student use of appropriate reading strategies by providing opportunities to read for a variety of purposes. The materials used should be at an appropriate reading and interest level.

TAAS WRITING (Compensatory)

Credit: 1/2-1 Grade: 11-12

Prerequisite: Non-mastery of TAAS Writing

This course is designed to target the TAAS writing test’s specifications and objectives for students who did not pass the writing section of TAAS exit level.

APPLIED MATH 1-4

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee

ENGLISH-S 1-4

Credit: 1 Grade: 9-12

Prerequisite: Decision of ARD committee