2024-2025 Mariemont High School Course Description Guide

MARIEMONT HIGH SCHOOL

Course Description

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2024 | 2025

MARIEMONT HIGH SCHOOL Course Description Guide

Mariemont City Schools Administrators Mr. Steven Estepp, Superintendent Dr. James Renner, Principal Mr. Trevor Block, Assistant Principal

Counselors

Mrs. Amanda Leszczuk, Director of College & Career Counseling (aleszczuk@mariemontschools.org) Mrs. Victoria Zaya, grades 9 and 10 (vzaya@mariemontschools.org) Mrs. Pam Tackett, grades 11 and 12 (ptackett@mariemontschools.org)

1 Warrior Way Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 Office: (513) 272-7600 www.mariemontschools.org/highschool CEEB Code (ACT/SAT): 363-205

Introduction This guide for students and parents presents the requirements for graduation, course description, and other information useful in planning a student’s program of study at Mariemont High School. Since the purpose of the guide is to provide general information, students and parents should feel free to contact teachers, counselors, and administrators to obtain specific information and recommendations regarding course selection.

Table of Contents Advanced Placement Program 3 Class Standing 6 College and Career Planning Center 3 College Credit Plus 4 College Preparation 2 Community Service Policy 10 Course Load 6 Credit Recovery 10 Cum Laude Society 16 Dropping and Adding Courses 6 Flex Credit 10 Grade Point Average and Class Rank 5 Grading Scale 4 Graduation Requirements 1 Granting of Credit and Semester Grades 5 Honor and Merit Rolls 11 Honors Diploma 12 Incomplete Grades 7 Intersession 10 National Honor Society 11 Participation in Graduation 12 Pass/Fail Option 7 Physical Education Waiver 8 Physical Education Waiver FAQ 9 President’s Education Award 11 Schedule Changes 6 Transferring to a Different Level 7 Valedictorian and Salutatorian 16 Weighted Grades 4 Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development 17 COURSE OFFERINGS Visual and Performing Arts 19 Business 27 English 29 World Languages 35 Health and Physical Education 39 MasterClass 40 Mathematics 43 Science 49 Social Studies 55 Technology 60 Mariemont High School Fees 63

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The Mariemont City School District Board of Education and the State of Ohio Department of Education establish minimum requirements for high school graduation.

The following are the graduation requirements approved by the Mariemont City School District Board of Education.

ACADEMIC CREDITS Subject English Mathematics Social Studies Science Health

Credits Needed 4 4 3* 3 0.5

Specific Requirements Must include 1 unit of Algebra II or the equivalent Must include 1 unit each of World Hist, US Hist, and Amer Gov. Must include Biology and Chemistry/Physical Science

Physical Education

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Needs to be obtained through Flex Credit or PE Waiver. PE Waiver students must complete 0.5 credits in another curricular area.

Fine Arts

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May include 1 semester (0.5 credits) from MJHS.

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Includes any combination of world languages, fine arts, business, careertechnical education, technology, English, math, science, or social studies courses not otherwise required. Credits earned beyond those required in any of the above subject areas roll over to this section.

Electives

Credit Totals 21 *Beginning with the class of 2026, a semester course in financial literacy (Business Foundations) is required for graduation.

COMPETENCY AND READINESS In addition to meeting credit requirements, students must Demonstrate Competency and Demonstrate Readiness for their post-secondary paths. Students will take six end-of-course exams in Algebra I, Geometry, English Language Arts II, Biology, American Government and American History.

Students demonstrate competency in foundational areas of math and English by earning a passing score on Ohio’s high school Algebra I and English Language Arts II end-of-course exams. Students who do not pass the exam will be offered additional support and must retake the test at least once. Students that score

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proficient or higher on an end-of-course exam can retake exams only if, once they take all the exams, they have not met the minimum graduation points to graduate. In this case a student can retake any exam after receiving some extra help on the material. After retaking the tests, students can show competency through alternate demonstrations which include College Credit Plus, career-focused activities, or military enlistment.

DIPLOMA SEALS Students will demonstrate readiness by earning two diploma seals, one of which must be state defined.

These seals allow students to demonstrate important foundational information, well-rounded academic and technical knowledge, professional skills, social and emotional competencies, and leadership and reasoning skills.

State Defined Seals include: • OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal • Industry-Recognized Credential Seal • College-Ready Seal • Military Enlistment Seal • Citizenship Seal • Science Seal • Honors Diploma Seal • Seal of Biliteracy • Technology Seal Locally defined seals include: • Community Service Seal: Earn 40 hours of documented and approved community service during Junior/Senior year.

• Fine and Performing Arts Seal: Earn 2 high school credits of visual or performing arts.

• Student Engagement Seal: Students participating in two seasons of a Mariemont High School athletic team or students participating in two semesters of a school sanctioned extracurricular activity, club, or student government.

Students can earn two or more State Defined Seals by passing assessments administered at school.

Earning scores of proficient or higher on end-of-course exams in Biology, American Government and American History allow students to earn the Science and Citizenship Seals. A remediation free score on the state funded ACT which will be administered to all juniors in the spring of their junior year can earn students the College-Ready Seal. For complete information regarding graduation requirements, visit the Ohio Department of Education: http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Ohio-s-Graduation-Requirements

College Preparation Admission to college is becoming more and more selective. Because of this, within reason, Mariemont High School recommends that students choose the most challenging courses they can handle. We also recommend students take the following numbers of courses in each academic area in order to have the best preparation for college: English Mathematics Science Social Studies World Languages Visual/Performing Arts Health/PE

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4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 2-4 credits 1 credit 1 credit

Public universities in Ohio strongly recommend a “minimum core” for college preparation. Students who lack any of the core credits may be required to take the additional course on campus, in addition to the college requirements. Minimum core credits include 4 English, 4 math, 3 science, 3 social studies, 2 of the same World Language, 1 visual/performing art.

Admissions policies vary among colleges and universities. Most admission counselors make admission decisions based upon the following: grades in college prep courses, overall grade average, rigor of high school curriculum, ACT or SAT scores, special talents, extracurricular activities and community service, student essays and counselor/teacher recommendations. Please refer to college websites for updates on the policies of each college or university.

College and Career Planning Center ➢ Director of College and Career Counseling presents informational meetings for parents of every grade level with the latest information regarding college admissions ➢ Regular email updates for juniors, seniors and their parents regarding college and scholarship opportunities

➢ Individual college planning conferences with parents and students

➢ Counselor recommendation written for every qualified student upon student request ➢ Application essay evaluations available from English teachers and counselors ➢ Counselors have professional memberships in OACAC and NACAC

➢ Numerous college and university admissions representatives meet with sophomores, juniors, and seniors at MHS

➢ College Application Workshops for rising seniors in June and August detailing activities and tasks to be completed to keep students on track for a successful college application experience ➢ SCOIR account for each student utilized for college information, college searches, career planning, assessment, and information ➢ Director of College and Career Counseling conducts classroom lessons for each grade level and facilitates workshops to teach students about careers and the college admissions process

➢ Post-Secondary College and Career information provided for each Mariemont High School student in the Counseling Schoology course

Advanced Placement (AP Program) The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) is an opportunity for students to pursue collegelevel studies while still in high school. Through this program, they may earn college credit, advanced placement, or both. These benefits are realized when students earn acceptable scores on the May exam.

(Colleges set their own standards for acceptable scores.) The AP Program enables students to compare their knowledge and understanding of a college-level subject with the high academic standards established by college faculty. Students who take AP courses learn a subject in depth, develop analytical reasoning skills, and form disciplined study habits.

At Mariemont High School, 22 AP courses and one honors course are offered to prepare students for these exams: Studio Art, Drawing and Painting, 3Dimensional Design, English Language, English Literature, Capstone Seminar, Research, Latin: Vergil, Spanish Language and Culture, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Computer Science A, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics C, Environmental Science, European History, Government and Politics: U.S., Psychology, U.S. History, World History I Honors and AP Computer Science Principles. Student selection for AP courses is based upon teacher recommendations, achievement test

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scores, previous class performance, and student motivation. If qualified students are interested in taking AP exams that are not offered as part of the Mariemont High School curriculum, they must consult with a school counselor and teacher early in the school year to get information on virtual or independent exam preparation.

Students enrolled in AP courses at Mariemont High School are expected to take the College Board’s AP exam in May. The College Board’s AP exams are designed to be culminating assessments for the enhanced content and skills of the College Board authorized AP courses. The Mariemont City School District believes there is value in working toward this goal, then seeing it through to the end. Students often describe the sense of satisfaction they feel after taking the exam. Even if students don’t feel they will earn a top score on the exam, MCSD believes the experience is well worth the time and expense. If a student elects not to take the exam, they will receive the weighted credit upon successful completion of the course.

The AP exam fee for 2024 is $98.00 (AP Seminar and AP Research is $146). A fee reduction is available to academically qualified students who are unable to pay the full exam fee.

College Credit Plus This program enables college ready students in grades 7-12 to take college courses for which they may earn both high school and college credit. There is no cost to the student, but students do begin their official college transcript. If students wish to take courses on the college campus, then they must see their counselor and complete the letter of intent before April 1 and then apply to the college. More information can be found on the Ohio Department of Education’s website as well as individual college’s websites.

Weighted Grades To compensate for the increased amount of student effort required in honors and AP level courses, letter grades at the semester will be weighted one additional point (e.g., A = 5 points, B = 4 points, etc.) in the computation of cumulative GPA’s.

Transfer students with weighted courses will receive that weight on their transcript if MHS offers a similar weighted course in the MHS curriculum. An exception may be made to weight an AP course that MHS doesn’t offer.

When students transfer between weighted and non-weighted courses any time during a semester according to established procedures, the grade in the course in which the student is enrolled at the end of the semester will be the one computed in the GPA.

Mariemont High School Grading Scale 100-90 = A 89-80 = B 79-70 = C 69-60 = D 59 - 0 = F

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Granting of Credit and Semester Grade Averages To receive credit for a course, a student must earn a semester average of .6 or better. The semester final grade is computed by doubling the quarter grades in value (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) and using the exam grade as a single value then dividing the sum by 5. In interpreting the arithmetical average, consider 0.6 as the elevator. In other words, 0.6 will be called a D, 1.6 will be called a C, 2.6 will be called a B, and 3.6 will be called an A. Therefore, the range of each grade is as follows: 0 - .5 = F .6 – 1.5 = D 1.6 - 2.5 = C 2.6 - 3.5 = B 3.6 - 4.0 = A It should be noted that the percentages used to derive quarter grades (i.e., 96%=A; 65%=D) are used for the determination of independent quarter and exam letter grades only; therefore, they are not used for calculating semester averages. Semester averages are computed using the four-point scale.

In addition, any student who receives any combination of two F’s in a class (quarter grades or exam grade in a semester), may be recommended by the teacher for no credit for that semester.

Procedure: The teacher will submit data to an Academic Standards Committee composed of the principal, assistant principal, and the counselors to show reason why credit should be withheld. The principal’s decision will be based on three factors: 1. Was the student effort commensurate with their ability?

2. Did the student have a poor attendance record?

3. Are other relevant factors present?

IMPORTANT NOTE This school district considers semester examinations to be of importance. Failure REGARDING EXAMS: to take a scheduled exam may result in an automatic failure for the entire semester.

All students must take the semester examination given in their course – at the scheduled time – unless excused due to special circumstances by the principal.

Students who are suspended during exams (and, thus, are absent) will not receive an automatic “F” for the semester. The exam grade may be an automatic “F” and then the standard computation will be applied.

Grade Point Average and Class Rank Grades from all courses and additional weights for honors and AP courses will be considered when computing the cumulative grade point average and class rank. Cumulative grade point averages and cumulative class ranks are computed at the end of each semester.

Class rank and grade point average will be determined as outlined below: 1. All courses not designated as honors or AP shall be given the following grade points: 4 points for an A; 3 points for a B; 2 points for a C; 1 point for a D; and 0 points for an F. Courses on a Pass/Fail (P/F) basis are not calculated in the GPA.

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2. All honors and AP courses shall be weighted on the five-point scale: 5 points for an A; 4 points for a B; 3 points for a C; 2 points for a D; and 0 points for an F. 3. High school credits that are earned in grades 6-8 are added to class rank as the student completes semester 1 of grade 9. Courses earning high school credit include World Languages, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and optionally Fine Arts. Honors Algebra I, Honors Algebra II and Honors Geometry are weighted grades.

4. Seniors may choose to exclude their class rank from their transcript.

NOTE: Valedictorian and salutatorian determination details are on page 16.

Class Standing Students will be classified in accordance with the following number of credits earned: 0 credits -Freshman 5 credits -Sophomore 10 credits-Junior 15 credits-Senior

Course Load While the minimum number of credits for which a student may register is 5.5, it is highly recommended that students take at least 6 credits (courses). Additional credits may be added as the student’s schedule permits. Unless special arrangements are made, each student must carry at least 5.5 credits each year (minimum of 5 courses one semester and 6 courses the other semester). Physical education I and II are not counted when calculating a student’s athletic and extracurricular eligibility.

Schedule Changes After Spring Registration To allow time for proper planning, students and parents are asked to make course choices well in advance of the next school year. These choices are finalized based on thorough student and parent discussion, examination of this booklet, and opportunities for student-counselor-parent conferences. The faculty and budget commitments are then made. Therefore, schedule changes are discouraged and will be made only under these special circumstances: 1. The inability of the school to offer a selected course.

2. Inability to schedule one or more selected courses (course conflict).

3. Failure in a subject, not made up in the summer, which is required before the sequence may continue.

4. Failure of student, based on the recommendation of the teacher and counselor, to meet the level of competence (in June) expected for continued success in a sequential course.

Dropping and Adding Courses Seniors may not drop a course that is required for graduation.

Courses may be added only within the first 10 school days of the semester unless permission is otherwise granted from teacher, parent, counselor, and principal. Courses may be dropped within the first 30 school

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days of the semester. Exceptions must have approval of the principal.

Within the first 30 school days of the semester, students may drop an elective course with a parent-signed, drop-add form, as long as the required 5.5 credit course load remains intact. The course will be stricken from the record.

After the 30th school day of the semester, students may still drop a course, but the course will remain on the permanent record. The record will show a semester grade of “F” if the student is failing the course for the quarter on the day of withdrawal from the course. The record will show a semester grade of “W” if the student is passing the course for the quarter on the day of withdrawal.

The record will show a semester grade of “W” if the student is failing the course but lacks the necessary academic preparation and/or aptitude to be successful in the course, as determined by consultation with the teacher, counselor, and principal.

Incomplete Grades A grade of “I” means that the requirements for a course cannot be completed by the student before the end of a quarter and/or semester. A grade of “I” can be issued if there is sufficient documentation existing that an extenuating circumstance, beyond the control of the student, (such as a major illness) prevented the meeting of course requirements on time. Teachers will submit a form to the principal after the student has signed it. The form confirms the time allotted to complete course requirements. The form will indicate what the grade will be if work is not completed by the designated date. The “I” grade can only be issued after the approval of the principal is given. Incompletes may prevent the student from being on the honor roll/merit roll for the quarter.

Transferring to a Different Level In the instance where a student is enrolled in a course beyond their measured aptitude and wishes to transfer to a lower level, withdrawal is possible if the teacher recommends the withdrawal, and it is approved by the principal and parent. Upon teacher recommendation, transfer to a lower-level course may be made at any time. The final grade will be based on an average of the work done in both courses. In the event a student wishes to enroll in a class at a higher level, principal approval is required.

When students transfer between weighted and non-weighted courses any time during a semester according to established procedures, the course in which the student is enrolled at the end of the semester will be the one computed in the GPA.

Pass/Fail Option A student may elect to take, on a Pass/Fail basis, any non-required course, providing the request is made in writing. A written request is to be made to the school counseling office by the parent. The decision to take a course on a Pass/Fail basis must be made 2 weeks before the end of the first quarter of either semester.

Once made, decisions about Pass/Fail are not reversible. In full year courses, the decision to take the course Pass/Fail may be made once, that is two weeks before the end of the first or third quarter. Colleges usually look upon a Pass/Fail as a C or less. Careful thought needs to be given to this decision and a counselor should be consulted. The principal will render the final decision as to whether the request will be honored. Pass/Fail grades are not factored into the student’s GPA.

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Physical Education Waiver In accordance with Senate Bill 311, students in grades 9-11 may be excused from the physical education (PE) requirement for graduation by participating in district-sponsored interscholastic athletics, marching band, or cheerleading for at least two seasons. If the physical education requirement is waived, the student will be required to complete one half-unit, consisting of at least 60 hours of instruction, in another course of study.

Should students become injured or not complete the season for ANY reason, they must find an alternate way to satisfy their PE requirement. Participation in interscholastic athletics, marching band, and cheerleading is a privilege, and not a right. This policy shall not in any way be construed as granting a student the right to participate in such district-sponsored activities. Board rules and policies, including the Code of Conduct, continue to apply. In addition, any student participating in this policy shall be subject to any athletic fee and/or pay-to-participate fee.

Procedure for Documenting Physical Education Course Exemptions: 1. Prior to participating in a full season of a sport, marching band, or cheerleading, and by the dates listed below, the student should complete and turn in the PE Waiver Form to the high school CCPC. PE Waiver forms can be obtained in the CCPC or downloaded from the high school page on the district website.

2. Forms will be kept in the CCPC until the seasons are completed. Forms will then be verified by the athletic director or marching band director and returned to the CCPC for record keeping.

3. The counseling office will add the PE Waiver to the student’s official transcript.

Note: The Ohio Core Graduation Requirements mandate participation in at least two full seasons of an approved activity in order to waive the PE requirement. Participation in only one full season cannot be combined with 0.25 credit of PE to meet the PE requirement for graduation.

Any students who have not fulfilled the PE requirement prior to the beginning of their senior year will be scheduled into two PE Flex Credit classes. Participation in an athletic team, marching band or cheerleading will not qualify for the waiver during senior year without the approval of the administration.

Approved Interscholastic Athletic Teams: Baseball Cheerleading (Winter) Lacrosse Tennis

Basketball Cross Country Swimming/Diving Track and Field

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Bowling Football Soccer Volleyball

Cheerleading (Fall) Golf Softball Marching Band

Physical Education Waiver Frequently Asked Questions What constitutes a “full season” in Mariemont City Schools? A full season for athletic/cheerleading purposes is defined by the OHSAA as from the first day of practice until the last event or banquet. A full season of Marching Band will be defined from the first day of Band Camp until the completion of the last varsity football game.

For Physical Education (PE) Exemption, will other activities (show choirs, non-school-sponsored athletics, etc.) which involve physical activity on the part of students be counted toward the two semesters of PE? No, the statute specifically limits the participation to interscholastic athletics, marching band, cheerleading, and JROTC. There is no authority granted to a board of education to include any additional participation.

A student has participated in marching band and/or sports for two seasons but has not completed a PE Waiver request. Can the student seek to receive credit retroactively? No. Are there any other requirements students must meet beyond the two full seasons of participation in interscholastic athletics, marching band, or cheerleading? Yes, the student does not earn any credit with the PE waiver. Therefore, exempted students must also complete one-half unit in another curricular area. This one-half unit in another curricular area maintains the 21 required credits for graduation.

What if a student is cut or ruled ineligible, quits, or has an athletic/activity code violation during the season? The statute requires participation “for at least two full seasons.” The season during which a student is cut or ruled ineligible, quits, or has an athletic/activity code violation cannot be used to meet the two-season requirement.

If a student participates in only one full season of an approved activity, can the student be excused from 0.25 unit of PE and thus have to take only 0.25 unit of PE to complete his or her PE requirement under the Ohio Core? No. The statute requires participation “for at least two full seasons.” There is no provision in the law that would permit any type of a partial waiver.

What happens if a student is injured during the season? Injury will not prevent the completion of one season if the coach/director concedes that the student actively participated in 75% of practices and/or was able to participate in 75% of the contests.

Can team managers or statisticians complete the waiver? No. Mariemont team managers and statisticians are not eligible for the waiver. Only students physically participating in interscholastic athletics, marching band, and cheerleading are eligible.

What if students are “cut” from a team? Can they join another team that same season and have that count as a season toward the PE Waiver? Yes. As long as the student is able to join the team within three weekdays after being cut and a new PE Waiver form is submitted to the counselor within the established dates for each season.

If I transferred into MHS from another school district, can I retroactively ask that the extracurriculars that I participated in my former high school be considered for PE Waiver at MHS? It depends. If your former school did not have a PE Waiver available, then you could submit the MHS forms with verification from your former school administrator and MHS for approved activities. If your former school had a PE Waiver available and you elected not to request it there, then you cannot request it at MHS. For more information, please see the Ohio Department of Education website.

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Flex Credit Participation in the Flex Credit option shall be in accordance with an instructional plan which will be developed based on the individual student’s needs. The instructional plan shall include the following: ● ● ● ●

instructional objectives that align with the district’s curriculum requirements a description of the criteria and method for assessing student performance an outline of specific instructional activities, materials and learning environments the student will need to petition the administration to have the course weighted and/or qualify as a cum laude course

Participation must be subject to the oversight of a credentialed teacher who will review the instructional plan, provide or supervise instruction, and evaluate student performance. See counselors for proper application materials. The application deadline for 1st semester is August 15, and January 10 for 2nd semester.

Internet-based elective courses, approved by the administration and adopted by the Board of Education, will be available to students on a limited basis. Chosen from the course offerings of approved online schools, students may be assigned one class period per day to work on that course. Taught by teachers from around the world, course communication, evaluations, and assignments are accomplished using e-mail and the internet. The courses are adopted as MHS courses and are subject to the MHS grading scale and other requirements. Student progress will be monitored by a local Mariemont Site Coordinator. Students should consult with their counselor for details and course selection. The student will need to petition the administration to have the course weighted and/or qualify as a cum laude course.

Intersession Intersession is an opportunity for all students to explore interests and careers and think about the future.

Students will experience meaningful learning outside the traditional classroom by choosing to participate in one of three categories: Teacher-Led Courses, Experienceships, and College Explorations. Students will receive a Pass/Fail grade for their participation in Intersession and students will earn .25 credit for completing all necessary requirements of their Intersession choice. The .25 credit will not be included in the student’s GPA.

Credit Recovery Students who fail a required course are encouraged to recover that credit as soon as possible. If they fail the first semester they may, with counselor or principal approval, take an online course during second semester as part of their school day (at their own expense). Students’ schedules may be adjusted to accommodate a study hall to dedicate time for the credit recovery course. If they fail the second semester, they may recover the credit through an approved online or summer school course during the summer. Programs for credit recovery must be approved by the Mariemont School Administration. The MHS Counseling Department will maintain current information about approved online courses.

Community Service Policy ●

For students to be recognized for completing the Community Service program at Mariemont High School, they must complete 40 hours between the end of their sophomore year and before the first Monday in May of their senior year. Students who attend the Oaks are not required to complete the 40 hours of community service.

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Community Service is defined as volunteer effort that benefits the community. To qualify, student work must be done with a non-profit agency, be done outside the school day, be on a volunteer (non-paid) basis, and be verified by an adult supervisor.

Of the 40 required hours, no more than 20 can be completed within the school district, or as part of the student’s regular routine. Projects like taking tickets at school sporting events, theater students painting a set for the play, or coaching an elementary school team can earn a student no more than 20 hours. Babysitting during a church service and fundraisers for churches also fall into the 20-hour maximum.

To ensure effective Community Service and for the 40 hours to count toward this requirement, all students shall submit a proposal to the Community Service Coordinator in advance of their first hour of service on every project.

Completion of Community Service will be listed on student transcripts as a Pass/Fail course with no effect on GPA. At the start of the senior year, the MHS School Counseling Department will list the course as a course in progress and the grade column will remain blank. Once the student has completed 40 hours, the transcript will be marked “P” in the grade column for pass. Until the student has completed the 40-hour requirement, the transcript will continue to show “Community Service” as a course in progress. Students failing to complete 40 hours by the first Monday in May of the senior year will have their transcript marked with an “F” in the grade column for fail.

Honor and Merit Rolls Students earning a 4.0 average or higher in courses in which they are enrolled will be on the honor roll.

Students earning a 3.2 to 3.99 average in courses will be on the merit roll. These averages include weighted grades where applicable. The academic recognition will be published each quarter. Note: All courses except Pass/Fail courses are included in the grade point determination. Any student earning a "D", "F" or "I" in any course is automatically excluded from recognition, regardless of grade average.

National Honor Society The objective of the National Honor Society is to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage development of character in students of Mariemont High School.

The Society accepts members of the junior and senior classes who display strength in four areas: Academics, Leadership, Character, and Service. Often it takes significant time to develop a leadership or service dimension to one’s school life. It is recommended that students start early in the freshman year to develop these characteristics if they wish to be considered for membership. Grades alone will not qualify a student for the National Honor Society, although a 3.5 weighted GPA is minimal for application.

Selection Procedure: Shortly after the beginning of the school year, eligible juniors and seniors will be invited to submit personal information forms (concerning leadership, character, and service) to a selection committee of faculty and staff. This committee, with the advice of the entire faculty, will select students for membership. Students denied membership in their junior year may re-apply in their senior year.

President’s Education Awards Awards from the U.S. Department of Education will be presented to seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA including weighted courses and all electives, and a score on the ACT/SAT which ranks at the 85th percentile or higher. More information may be found at President's Education Award.

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Participation in Graduation Students may participate in the graduation ceremony only if they have met all graduation requirements, including MHS credit requirements and the Ohio Department of Education requirements.

Honors Diploma

Ohio Department of Education Criteria New Honors Diploma Requirements High school students can gain state recognition for exceeding Ohio’s graduation requirements through an Academic Honors Diploma. High-level coursework, college and career readiness tests and real-world experiences challenge students.

Students must meet all but one of the following criteria. Each of these criteria go beyond the standard requirements for a diploma for the classes of 2023 and beyond. Students must meet general graduation requirements and complete the requirements outlined below to qualify for honors diplomas. Students may replace one requirement of either 4, 5 or 6 with a “Student Strength Demonstration.” The previous requirements to earn an honors diploma are also available for students in the classes of 2023-2025.

ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA Requirements

State Minimum

1 Math

Fourth math must be > Algebra 2

2 Science

One additional unit Advanced Science

3 Social Studies

One additional unit Social Studies

4 World Languages

Three sequential units of one world language, or no less than 2 sequential units of two world languages studied

5 GPA

3.5 on a 4.0 scale

6 ACT/SAT

ACT: Score of 27 or higher, SAT: Score of 1280 or higher

7 Seal Requirement

Earn two additional diploma seals, not including Honors Diploma Seal

8 Experiential Learning

Field Experience, OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal*, Portfolio or WorkBased Learning

*Students can use OMJ Readiness Seal in 2 additional seals requirement if it is not used in Experiential Learning.

Student Strength Demonstration Replacement Students can use the Student Strength Demonstration to replace one of either the ACT/SAT, GPA or World Language requirement for any Honors Diploma. The Student Strength Demonstration options are listed below. The same options exist for each of the six honors diplomas* but, where relevant, should reflect coursework or experiences relevant to the theme of the Diploma. For example, a student earning the Academic Honors Diploma and using the College Credit Plus option to replace another requirement for the diploma should have College Credit Plus courses relevant to the Academic Honors diploma.

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OPTIONS: • College Credit Plus: 12 total College Credit Plus credit hours • Advanced Placement: three courses with score of 3 or higher on AP tests • Career-Technical Assurance Guide (CTAG): 12 total credits • Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship: Completion or Evidence of Acceptance if required to be older than 18 • WorkKeys: Score of 6 or higher on all tests (*void for Career-Tech Honors Diploma) • Armed Services Vocational Battery: Score of 50 or above on the ASVAB • Work-Based Learning: 250 total hours of work-based learning See the following pages for existing and new High School Honors Diploma criterion, as set forth by the Ohio Department of Education.

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Cum Laude Society The objective of the Cum Laude Society is to promote learning and sound scholarship. Outstanding scholarship is the sole basis for selection to Cum Laude Society. Students are elected for membership after semester one of grade 12 has been completed; equal weight is given to each semester. Student members must have been enrolled at Mariemont High School during the entire senior year and must have successfully completed a minimum of 14 full credits of cum laude course work. To be tapped, a student must have at least a 3.5 GPA based on a weighted 4-point scale. Weighted grades are retained when determining eligibility.

Students must also have comparable SAT/ACT scores. The number of students admitted is restricted by the Cum Laude Society charter.

The scope of all cum laude courses includes all college preparatory courses offered for high school credit.

These would include arts, business, and other college preparatory electives. Physical education, focus, intersession, PE Waivers, repeat credit courses, audits and Pass/Fail courses will not count as cum laude courses.

Flex credit courses such as online and post-secondary courses could be considered as cum laude courses at the discretion of the principal and the cum laude committee. Flex credit classes which are proposed as honors or AP level courses could be given consideration for additional weighting of the grade point average by the principal and cum laude committee if the flex credit course being considered for additional weight was also offered to students at MHS. Students will not be permitted to schedule any more than 14 sections of cum laude courses per academic school year that would count in the calculation for cum laude recognition. If the student wishes to take additional courses beyond the seven-bell day, they would be included in the student’s transcript, but would not be included in the calculation for GPA and/or class rank for cum laude purposes.

It is incumbent that students not attending junior high in the Mariemont School District do not have an academic advantage over students attending MJHS. This must be considered when determining courses that are accepted for high school credit from other junior high schools as well as whether those courses are given additional weight.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian Selection High school courses scheduled during grades 9 through 12 will apply towards the selection of valedictorian/ salutatorian. Only 14 sections of cum laude courses per academic year, and only courses scheduled during the regular seven-bell day will count in the calculation for valedictorian/salutatorian recognition. Any courses taken outside of the seven-bell day will be included on the student’s transcript and will count towards overall GPA and class rank but will not be included in the calculation for GPA and/or class rank for the purpose of determining valedictorian/salutatorian.

We will maintain the practice of adding additional 0.1 weight for each cum laude course. Students will be permitted to use weighted courses that have been approved by the school administration. Any additional weight or credit units applied towards CCP courses will be stripped for the purpose of valedictorian/salutatorian. The CCP courses will not have additional weights or credit units stripped for the purpose of class rank. The high school principal will decide which flex credit courses will receive additional weight due to their rigor.

The method for determining class rank for the sole purpose of selecting valedictorian/salutatorian for Mariemont High School will be in accordance with the procedures outlined below: 1. Grades earned in courses enumerated for admittance into the Cum Laude Society will be used to

determine valedictorian/salutatorian. For each cum laude course taken, 0.1 points will be added to the “cum laude” GPA. This total adjusted GPA will determine the valedictorian/salutatorian. If a cum laude course is valued at a 0.5 credit, a 0.05 add-on will be used.

2. Weighted grades will be included with full weights applied.

3. Only students who have been enrolled at Mariemont High School for their entire senior year will be

considered.

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GREAT OAKS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT www.greatoaks.com CAREER PROGRAMS Grades 11, 12

14 credits

Beginning with their junior year, Mariemont High School students are eligible to attend one of the career campuses of the Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development. The curriculum on these campuses is an extension of that of the local high school. Most programs are offered for two consecutive years to juniors and seniors. Students who elect to attend Great Oaks are eligible to participate in all Mariemont High School athletics and extra-curricular activities. Great Oaks students graduate from Mariemont High School, participate in Mariemont High School’s graduation ceremony, and receive a Mariemont High School diploma.

Oaks students are not required to complete the 40 hours of community service.

The course offerings are designed to develop the aptitude and skills of students for job entry into the world of work immediately after graduation. Because Great Oaks students also complete all Mariemont High School academic and graduation requirements, they are also prepared for college. There are also opportunities for Great Oaks students to earn college credit in each program. For eligibility to attend Great Oaks, it is recommended that a student should complete, at a minimum, the following courses in the high school in the ninth and tenth grades for a total of 8 credits: English - 2 credits Mathematics - 2 credits Science - 1 credit World History - 1 credit Physical Education – ½ credit or complete two PE Waivers Health – ½ credit Visual/Performing Arts – 1 credit A total of four of these credits must be earned to apply for admission. Students who are deficient in credits may still apply but will have to be evaluated separately for possible acceptance.

A few programs, mainly co-op programs, are offered only to seniors. Any students interested in attending one of the Great Oaks career campuses should consult with their counselor concerning programs available and requirements of those programs.

Juniors are required to take a course in math, English, American Government and a third science course.

Seniors are required to take a fourth course in math (if still needed), American History and English. Great Oaks students need 21 credits for high school graduation.

Special evaluation and educational programming are provided at Great Oaks for students having special needs associated with their educational, mental, physical, and social development. No students are denied educational opportunities at Great Oaks if their needs, abilities, interests, and goals can be assessed, and an individually prescribed program can be developed that will provide the least restrictive educational opportunities with the best chance of success.

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Programs at Live and Scarlet Oaks Career Campuses Animal Science & Management – Li

Environmental Science & Management - Li

Automotive Refinishing & Collison Repair – Li, Sc

Exercise Science & Sports Medicine – Li, Sc

Automotive Service Technician – Li, Sc

Firefighting/Emergency Medical Service - Sc

Aviation Exploration – Li

Health Academy – Sc

Career X – Li

Health Academy/Secondary Practical Nursing - Sc

Coding & Web Design - Sc

Health Technology – Li, Sc

CNC Advanced Manufacturing Technologies – Li

Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning – Li, Sc

Commercial & Residential Electricity – Sc

Heavy Equipment Operations & Engineering- Li, Sc

Construction Technologies – Sc

IT Academy - Li

Cosmetology – Li, Sc

Industrial Diesel Mechanics – Sc

Culinary Arts & Hospitality Services – Li, Sc

Law Enforcement - Sc

Dental Assisting – Sc

Manufacturing Engineering Technology - Li

Digital Arts & Design – Li, Sc

Surgical Technology - Sc

Early Childhood Education – Li, Sc

Veterinary Assisting – Li, Sc

Engineering Technologies & Robotics – Sc

Welding & Fabrication – Li, Sc

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For a list of all programs offered at Great Oaks’ other campuses, visit: www.greatoaks.com

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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS 1 credit required for all students for graduation

Course Grade Level Credit / Prerequisite Art 1 9,10,11,12 ½ 9,10,11,12 ½ Art 1 Art 2 11,12 1 Art 1, Art 2, or art teacher permission Art 3 Art 4: Advanced Placement Art 12 1 Portfolio review/art teacher permission Ceramics 1 9,10.11.12 ½ Ceramics 2 10,11,12 ½ Ceramics 1 and teacher permission Digital Design/Photography 1 9,10,11,12 ½ Digital Design/Photography 1 Digital Design/Photography 2 10,11,12 ½ Fiber Arts 1 9,10,11,12 ½ 9,10,11,12 1 Prior participation or audition High School Band High School Chamber Choir 9,10,11,12 1 Audition only High School Chamber Ensemble 9,10,11,12 1 Audition only 9,10,11,12 1 Prior participation High School Concert Choir High School Concert String Orchestra 9,10,11,12 1 Prior participation or audition/approval Mixed Media 1 9,10,11,12 ½ 9,10,11,12 ½ Sculpture 1 Sculpture 2 10,11,12 ½ Sculpture 1 9,10,11,12 ½ Stained Glass 1 Stained Glass 2 10,11,12 ½ Stained Glass 1 and teacher permission 9,10,11,12 1 Recommendation of counselor or teacher Freedom in Art Leadership in Art 9,10,11,12 1 Approval by art teacher ________________________________________________________________________________

VISUAL ARTS ART 1 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Art 1 is a lively, inviting, and comprehensive course for beginning artists that includes interactive activities and multicultural studio projects representing a wide variety of cultures, artistic styles and art media. This course is designed to enrich the lives of its participants through discovery and creative problem solving. It provides students with a broader perception of their environments and cultural perspectives. This course is designed around the following concepts: meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that allow for personal growth and creative expression; integration of elements and principles of design; aesthetics, art criticism, art history, and studio production; sequentially planned projects that build on concepts and provide learning opportunities that incorporate a wide variety of media, artistic styles, and historical periods. Art 1 is a prerequisite for Art 2, Art 3, and Art 4.

Prerequisite: none Fees: $25.00. A sketchbook is provided.

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ART 2 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This class is an in-depth study of painting techniques and media that will encourage the development of a personal style. Media will include acrylic, watercolor, dyes, gouache, and mixed media. Students will express original ideas by developing solutions that utilize design and technical skills, while studying different artists and art styles along the way.

Prerequisite: Art 1 Fees: $20.00 plus cost of major supplies ($25-50). A sketchbook is required.

ART 3 (Formerly Studio Art) Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This course gives advanced students a chance to expand areas of interest and develop portfolios.

Assignments will be based on the elements and principles of design. For those students planning to take AP Studio Art in the future, this course provides an opportunity to prepare portfolio pieces in advance for AP Studio Art. Students will show growth and discovery through studio art experiences with a variety of media and techniques. All students are required to keep an edited collection of their work. Students will document all work through a digital photo file as well as an actual portfolio.

Prerequisite: Art 1, Art 2, or permission of a HS art teacher Fees: $35.00 plus cost of major supplies ($25 -50). A sketchbook is required.

ART 4: ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART (2D Art and Design, Drawing, or 3D Art and Design) Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This is an accelerated art studio class that corresponds to the national advanced placement curriculum for 2D studio art. Students will make purposeful decisions about using the elements and principles of art through a variety of mediums and processes which may include: painting, collage, photography, digital imaging, fabric design, illustration, and printmaking. Students are encouraged to develop and show a personal style or “voice” in their artwork. Students will submit a 2D Design Portfolio in digital form in the spring instead of taking an exam. The 2D Design Portfolio is broken down into two sections which are 5 selected works and sustained investigation.

Prerequisite: Submission of 5-piece portfolio and acceptance from a HS art teacher.

Fees: $50.00 plus cost of major supplies, including digital photo costs. $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Studio Art portfolio submission.

CERAMICS 1 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester

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Description: Ceramics is a course in which students will learn to approach ceramic artwork as both functional and decorative sculptural objects. Emphasis will also be placed on the elements and principles of design, as well as basic hand-building techniques: pinch, coil, and slab construction. Craftsmanship, design and overall composition is a vital component of each and every project created, as well as within other studio art classes taken. Ceramics is a prerequisite for Advanced Ceramics.

Prerequisite: none Fees: $45.00. A sketchbook is provided.

CERAMICS 2 Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is geared towards students that have already taken Ceramics and are motivated to undertake ambitious work in clay while furthering their understanding of ceramic art as a means of artistic expression.

Students will learn how to create more advanced functional and decorative sculptural objects than they learned in the beginning level Ceramics course. Emphasis will be placed on the elements and principles of design, as well as basic hand-building techniques: pinch, coil, and slab construction. Students will learn how to wheel throw while on a field trip to Queen City Clay.

Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 and approval by the ceramics teacher Fees: $45.00. A sketchbook is provided.

DIGITAL DESIGN/PHOTOGRAPHY 1 Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Digital Design and Photography is a beginning level introductory course that covers the basic fundamental skills of photography and design digitally. No previous experience is required. During this course, students will learn how to use compositional guidelines as well as the elements and principles of design to compose their photographic imagery as well as using technology to create one of a kind digital works of art. Students will work mainly with digital cameras, iPads, photoshop, and illustrator. In addition, students will be exposed to both famous photographers and designers throughout history, as well as art criticism. The class will utilize the latest trends and styles in digital art, apps, iPhones, procreate, adobe draw and more.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $35.00

DIGITAL DESIGN/PHOTOGRAPHY 2 Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Advanced Digital Design and Photography is an advanced class that builds on photography and design skills.

Photography or Graphic Design experience is required. During this course, students will learn how to use compositional guidelines as well as the elements and principles of design to compose their photographic imagery as well as using technology to create one of a kind digital works of art. Students will work mainly with digital cameras, iPads, photoshop, and illustrator. In addition, students will be exposed to both famous photographers and designers throughout history, as well as art criticism. This class will utilize the latest trends

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and styles in digital art, apps, iPhones, procreate, adobe draw and more. Students will be given more creative and larger concepts ideas projects building on their previous art skills.

Prerequisite: Digital Design/Photography Fees: $35.00

FIBER ARTS 1 Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is designed for students to explore the world of fibers. Students will be introduced to various forms of textiles. Emphasis will be placed on incorporating the elements and principles of design in their work.

Students will look at historical and contemporary artists and their works to see how this art form has evolved.

Sample projects include batiks, embroidery, felting, weaving, and sewing (hand and machine). Both 2D and 3D art will be created.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $20.00. Sketchbook is provided.

MIXED MEDIA 1 Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is designed to enable students to have an opportunity to create artwork mixing many medias together. Students will experiment with combinations using drawing, painting, and collage. We will look at a wide range of processes such as relief printing, marbling, and stenciling. Students will organize and assemble the project pieces to create a series of mixed media works combining a variety of different surfaces and effects during this course. This class is designed for all levels and those wishing to experiment with new methods of working with texture and combinations of traditional and non-traditional materials.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $20.00 Sketchbook is provided.

SCULPTURE 1 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Sculpture is a hands-on course that will teach basic-intermediate hand-building skills and techniques while utilizing a variety of 3D building materials such as paper, cardboard, wire, plaster, clay, wood, papier-mâché, found objects, etc. Students will learn to think of three-dimensional objects as an object that can be viewed from all sides while further developing their skills in additive, subtractive, assemblage, and mixed media based sculptural techniques. Lessons in art history are also incorporated into projects, referencing the style or theme used by artists. Individual creativity and experimentation with a variety of media will be stressed. Sculpture is a prerequisite for Advanced Sculpture.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $30.00. A sketchbook is provided.

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SCULPTURE 2 Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is geared towards students who have taken Sculpture and are motivated to undertake more ambitious work in three-dimensional building materials and techniques while furthering their understanding of sculpture as a means of artistic expression. Students will learn much more advanced sculptural techniques than they learned in Sculpture. Emphasis will be placed heavily upon the elements and principles of design as well as creating sculptural objects that are expressionistic, meaningful, and aesthetically pleasing from all sides. Advanced 3D design will be explored through problem-solving and design solutions while furthering students’ skill in additive, subtractive, assemblage, and mixed media sculptural materials and techniques.

Individual creativity and experimentation with a variety of media will be stressed.

Prerequisite: Sculpture 1 Fees: $25.00. Sketchbook is provided.

STAINED GLASS 1 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is designed to enable students to have an opportunity to create stained glass art works such as: sun catchers, window panels, and mosaics. Students will learn about the elements and principles of design, color theory, and craft techniques. In addition, students will learn the history of stained glass and glass Mosaics, while being exposed to famous glass artists. Students will also learn about the various types of glass and how they are made. Orderly and safe working habits will be heavily stressed. Projects will begin small and progress to larger works.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $50.00

STAINED GLASS 2 Grade level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This class will give students an opportunity to further their craft skills and design skills using both cold and warm glass techniques. Creativity will be stressed as students create more in-depth stained-glass panels and mosaics, as well as 3-dimensional glass art works, jewelry pieces, glass paintings, etc. Projects will involve cold glass as well as warm glass techniques such as: glass fusing (melting glass together in layers in a kiln), glass slumping (melting glass in a kiln over objects to make them 3-dimensional), glass casting (melting glass in molds), glass etching (a process used to create designs in glass), glass painting (using both glass frit and paint), etc. May also include flame working (glass bead-making). Students will again be exposed to famous artists, art history, and art criticism. Instruction on the safe use of equipment and materials will be stressed.

Prerequisite: Stained Glass 1 and the approval of the teacher Fees: $55.00

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FREEDOM IN ART - aka “ADAPTIVE ART” Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1⁄2 credit, 5 periods/week, one semester This course is designed to give students the freedom to explore different art materials through projects facilitated by their teacher and peer leaders. Projects will be mapped out with each student’s success in mind.

Students will be selected to participate in this class by their teachers and counselors.

Prerequisite: Recommendation by counselor or teacher Fees: $10.00

LEADERSHIP IN ART Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1⁄2 credit, 5 periods/week, one semester This course will have you helping in an art class. You will learn how to facilitate a project and work hands on with other students to help them troubleshoot their work. Students will gain satisfaction as they pass along their love of expressing themselves with art materials to other students. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in education, special education, or art education. Students wishing to join this course should reach out to one of the art teachers to discuss if they would be a good fit for this class.

Prerequisite: Approval of an art teacher Fees: $10.00

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PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT CHOIR Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The Mariemont High School Concert Choir is open to all students who enjoy singing and possess a desire to participate in a non-auditioned vocal group. Students enrolled in this course will learn and perform a variety of music appropriate for the size of the ensemble, including everything from classic choral music to jazz, Broadway and pop. The class will focus on learning correct techniques for singing both solo and ensemble music, music reading, audition techniques, rehearsal techniques and etiquette. Emphasis will also be places on learning how to rehearse and sing in small groups and how to perform a solo. The Mariemont High School Concert Choir is a performance-based organization. The ensemble will perform at a wide variety of school and community events, including concerts, sporting events, and other events in the community. This ensemble also travels and performs nationally every other year, with previous performances including Carnegie Hall in New York City and the annual holiday show at Epcot in Disneyworld. Attendance and performance at all concerts is required and will reflect a large part of your grade.

Fees: $80.00. This covers the cost of performance attire, theory books, accompanist, and solo & ensemble fees.

Prerequisite: Previous performance in a choir and/or permission of the instructor.

NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER CHOIR Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Chamber Choir is the highest-level choir offered at MHS. It is a select ensemble. Interested students must audition for the director in the spring before the following school year. This ensemble also performs a wide variety of vocal and choral music, with more emphasis placed on independent and small group learning and solo singing. This class moves at a faster pace and students must be able to sight read well and independently hold their part. Chamber ensemble performs at many school and public events, including concerts, sporting events, graduation, and other community events. This ensemble also travels and performs nationally every other year, with previous performances including Carnegie Hall in New York City and the annual holiday show at Epcot in Disneyworld. Chamber choir members are also required to compete at OMEA Solo and Ensemble.

Attendance and performance at all concerts is required and will reflect a large part of the grade.

Fees: $80.00. This covers the cost of performance attire, theory books, accompanist, and solo & ensemble fees.

Prerequisite: Audition only. Students must have participated in at least one year of concert choir.

NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

HIGH SCHOOL BAND Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The Mariemont High School Band is a two-semester course open to all students in grades 9-12 who

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demonstrate proficiency and/or desire to play a band instrument. Students who enroll in this course will rehearse music for concert band throughout the school year, marching band music during the first quarter, and pep band music after marching season and into the second quarter. Students will also attend a week-long band camp at the end of July and other rehearsals throughout the summer months. High School Band provides its membership with a well-rounded, balanced exposure to nearly all facets of current instrumental music performance. Private instruction on one’s instrument is highly recommended but not required.

Prerequisite: Prior participation in a school band and/or permission of the director.

Fees: $100.00 for Marching Band, including Band Camp and Marching Band show drill design.

NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER ENSEMBLE Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The Chamber Ensemble is open to students in grades 9 through 12 who possess advanced skills on the violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Enrollment is by audition. This performance and skill-based class will include small and large ensemble playing and advancing skill technique. Pianists need the instructor’s permission to register. The strings study and perform idiomatic literature for string orchestra. Special placement for advanced woodwind and brass players may also be available during some semesters. This performancebased class will include class A & B concert, solo and ensemble music literature as well as original unabridged literature.

Prerequisite: Audition Only Fees: $85.00 NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT STRING ORCHESTRA Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The Concert String Orchestra is open to all students in grades 9 through 12 who play violin, viola, cello or double bass. With approval, students interested in studying for the first time and who are willing to take some private lessons will be admitted. The emphasis of the course is on growth in proficiency of ear training, technique, orchestral literature, rehearsal skills and etiquette and performance. Enrollment is by audition or director recommendation only. This performance-based class will include class B & C concert, solo and ensemble music literature.

Prerequisite: Prior participation in a school string orchestra and permission from the orchestra director.

Students new to the district will need to play an informal audition.

Fees: $85.00 NOTE: The course may be repeated for credit

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BUSINESS PROGRAM The 2024-2025 Mariemont High School Business Program consists of four courses designed for students who are preparing for a college Business Administration program and/or interested in someday working in or owning a business. Courses employ business problems and projects and operate at an accelerated pace.

Students will have opportunities to communicate with local business professionals through speakers, field trips, and an observational internship. Membership in the business club, DECA, is co-curricular; you must be enrolled in a business course to participate in the club activities.

Program Courses and Recommended Sequence: Year One Year Two Year Three Year Four

Business Foundations (one semester) Finance Foundations (one semester) Strategic Entrepreneurship (full year) Financial Accounting (full year) Finance Capstone (optional – full year)

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BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS Grade Level: 9-12 (priority is given to 9th graders) Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 days/week, 1st semester only Description: This is the first course for the Business and Administrative Services, Finance and Marketing career fields. It introduces students to specializations within the three career fields. Students will obtain knowledge and skills in fundamental business activities. They will acquire knowledge of business processes, economics, and business relationships. Students will use technology to synthesize and share business information.

Employability skills, leadership and communications and personal financial literacy will be addressed. This course meets the state graduation requirement for Financial Literacy.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $15.00

FINANCE FOUNDATIONS Grade Level: 10-12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 days/week, 2nd semester only Description: This is the first course specific to Finance. It introduces students to the specializations offered in the career field. Students will obtain fundamental knowledge and skills in accounting, banking services, corporate finance, insurance, securities and investments. They will acquire knowledge of financial analysis and application, business law and ethics, economics, international business, and business relationships. Knowledge management and information technology will be emphasized. Employability skills, leadership and communications will be incorporated in classroom activities.

Prerequisite: Business Foundations Fees: $15.00

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STRATEGIC ENTREPRENEURSHIP Grade Level: 11-12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 days/week, all year Description: Students will use innovation skills to generate ideas for new products and services, evaluate the feasibility of ideas, and develop a strategy for commercialization. They will use technology to select target markets, profile target customers, define the venture’s mission, and create business plans. Students will take initial steps to establish a business. Students will calculate and forecast costs, breakeven, and sales. Establishing brand, setting prices, promoting products, and managing customer relationships will be emphasized.

Prerequisite: Finance Foundations Fees: $15.00

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 days/week, all year Description: Students will be introduced to accounting. Students will track, record, summarize, and report business's financial transactions. They will develop financial documents, project future income and expenses, and evaluate the accuracy of a business's financial information. Students will also apply tools, strategies, and systems to evaluate a company's financial performance and monitor the use of financial resources.

Technology, employability skills, leadership and communications will be incorporated in classroom activities.

Prerequisite: Strategic Entrepreneurship Fees: $15.00

FINANCE CAPSTONE (Can be taken during 7th or 0 Bell) For 2024-2025, this is an optional course for Senior Financial Accounting students.

Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 days/week, all year.

Description: The capstone course provides opportunities for students to apply knowledge, attitudes and skills that were learned in a Finance program in a more comprehensive and authentic way. Capstones often include project/problem-based learning opportunities that occur both in and away from school. Under supervision of the school and through community partnerships, students may combine classroom learning with work experience.

This course can be delivered through a variety of delivery methods including cooperative education, apprenticeship, or internships.

Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrently with Financial Accounting Fees: None

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ENGLISH 4 credits required Course Grade Level Focus* 9,10,11,12 English I CP 9 English I Honors 9 English II CP 10 English II Honors 10 AP Seminar 10 English III CP 11 AP English Language and Composition 11 English IV CP 12 AP English Literature and Composition 12 AP Research*/Research MasterClass* 11,12 Human Experience & Cultural Perspectives* 9,10,11,12 Warrior Journalism & Broadcast Network 101* 9,10,11,12 Nonfiction and the Documentary* 10,11,12 Yearbook/Publications* 10,11,12 *

Difficulty Level College Prep Honors College Prep Honors Honors College Prep Honors College Prep Honors Honors/CP College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep

Credit Prerequisite 1 See course description 1 See course description 1 See course description 1 English I CP 1 See course description 1 English I or Eng I Hon 1 English II CP 1 See course description 1 English III CP 1 See course description 1 See course description ½ See course description ½ See course description ½ See course description 1 See course description

Course does not satisfy the English requirement, but credit counts as an elective

_________________________________________________________________ FOCUS Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1 elective credit, 5 periods/week, full year Students in this course will also be enrolled in a core English course.

This elective credit course is designed to enhance foundational math and reading skills based on staff recommendations. Students work at their individual level on either reading and/or math skills and are assisted with any questions or needs they have within their regular coursework. The emphasis is on skill development, but teachers also provide a grade check once a week to monitor work completion in all classes.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses.

ENGLISH I CP Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In this course, freshmen continue the formal study of literature and non-fiction. Students study literary devices and read and analyze short stories, poetry, drama, non-fiction, and the novel. Students study vocabulary and formal grammar including parts of speech, punctuation, sentence sense, correct agreement, and capitalization.

They are also required to write creative and persuasive compositions, and to develop proficiency in paragraphing, sentence structure, and organization. Students in this course will learn a variety of informational research skills to complete research projects. During the summer prior to the ninth grade, students are

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required to complete summer work to be announced prior to the end of the school year.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $27.00

ENGLISH I HONORS Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: English I Honors is offered for students with exceptional talent and interest in English Language Arts. The core curriculum, although the same as English I CP, is enhanced by additional challenging literary selections. In general, the quantity and quality of work expected from students is greater and focuses on preparation for Advance Placement English courses. In addition, summer work is required and will be assigned prior to the end of the school year.

Prerequisite: Enrollment based on past performance in English, the recommendation of the student’s 8th grade English instructor.

Fees: $27.00

ENGLISH II CP Grade Level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Students continue their study of literature through short stories, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and novels.

Throughout unit studies, students will develop proficiency in writing, making specific choices about paragraphing, structuring sentences, utilizing mechanics, and organizing a formal essay. Units are arranged thematically, so students will also be asked to think through essential questions, making regular connections between course content and the real world, developing these understandings in the form of writing, reading, and presentations. Summer work is required and will be assigned prior to the end of the preceding school year.

Prerequisite: English I CP Fees: $27.00

ENGLISH II HONORS Grade Level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: English II Honors is offered for students with exceptional talent and interest in English Language Arts. The core curriculum, although the same as English II CP, is enhanced by additional challenging literary selections.

In general, the quantity and quality of work expected from students is greater. Additional summer reading and a research project are required.

Prerequisite: Enrollment based on past performance in English, the recommendation of the student’s English I instructor.

Fees: $ 27.00

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT SEMINAR Grade Level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Students learn to investigate a problem or issue, analyze arguments, compare different perspectives, synthesize information from multiple sources, and work alone and in a group to communicate their ideas. (From College Board / AP Course Overview) To earn AP credit, students will complete group and individual projects and presentations, as well as sit for the end-of-course exam. Students who enroll in this course fulfill the prerequisite for the AP Capstone Research course and may work toward a Capstone Diploma.

Students interested in taking this course should be self-driven, engaged, and open-minded. They will be required to submit writing samples before being enrolled in this course.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of English I or English I Honors and submission of a writing sample.

Fees: $27 and $146.00 for the Advanced Placement Seminar exam.

ENGLISH III CP Grade Level: 11 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year.

Description: In this course, juniors study American literature in a survey approach. During this study, students read and analyze short stories, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and the novel. Students are required both to do extensive work in critical analysis and other forms of expository writing including a research paper on a non-literary topic.

Through written assignments, students will continue to develop proficiency in paragraphing, structuring sentences and utilizing mechanics. Students will have summer work to prepare for the school year.

Prerequisite: English II CP Fees: $27.00

ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION Grade Level: 11, 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: The AP English Language and Composition course focuses on the development and revision of evidencebased analytic and argumentative writing, the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts, and the decisions writers make as they compose and revise. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Additionally, they read and analyze rhetorical elements and their effects in nonfiction texts— including images as forms of text—from a range of disciplines and historical periods. (From College Board / AP Course Overview) This course is for students who exhibit exceptional talent in English. The quantity and quality of work expected from students is greater than that of English III College Preparatory; thus, students must be prepared to manage time wisely and utilize developed study skills.

It is assumed students will take the AP exam in May as many colleges award credit when students achieve a score of 3 or higher on the exam.

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Prerequisite: Recommendation of sophomore English instructor, and/or permission of Advanced Placement English Language and Composition instructor. Multiple texts are required as summer reading.

Fees: $27.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement English Language and Composition exam.

ENGLISH IV CP Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In this course, students will study the four modes of writing: narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative. Special attention will be paid to developing voice, style, and structure. Additionally, students will sharpen their research skills, including building familiarity with multiple style guides and citation methodologies (e.g., APA and MLA). Students will be required to complete a research paper that culminates in a multimedia presentation and an oral defense of their work. In addition to whole-class students of classic texts and poetry, students’ fiction and nonfiction reading will be self-selected, with the goal of having each student graduate high school with a well-articulated and complex skill set and mindset that will serve their endeavors and interests beyond high school.

Summer work is required and will be assigned prior to the end of the preceding school year.

Prerequisite: English III CP Fees: $ 27.00

ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: The AP English Literature and Composition course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works. (From College Board / AP Course Overview) Students in this class will complete a major research paper.

It is assumed that students will take the AP exam in the spring as many colleges award credit when students achieve a score of 3 or above on the exam.

Prerequisite: AP English Language and Composition, recommendation of junior English instructor, or permission of Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition instructor. In addition, students must read three (3) required books and complete assignments during the summer prior to their senior year.

Fees: $27.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition exam.

AP RESEARCH*/RESEARCH MASTERCLASS (offered in ’2024-‘25 and alternating years thereafter) Grade Level: 11 or 12 Course Credit: 1 elective credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade (AP) or unweighted (MasterClass) Students in this course will also be enrolled in a core English course.

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research question. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4000–5000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense. AP students will have their paper scored by AP, and presentation grades, while scored by instructor, will be sent to AP. MasterClass students will have their papers and presentations evaluated by the instructor.

In this course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar course or English II by understanding research methodology; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address a research question. Students explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of the development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. *AP Research is the second course in the AP Capstone™ program. AP Seminar is a prerequisite for AP Research. If you earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP Exams of your choosing, you will receive the AP Capstone Diploma™. This signifies outstanding academic achievement and attainment of college-level academic and research skills. Alternatively, if you earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research only, you will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Seminar (for AP Research students), Eng. II Honors or Eng. II (for MasterClass students). Former AP Seminar students may enter the course as either AP Research OR MasterClass students.

Fees: $15. AP Research students will also need to pay approximately $146.00 for the Advanced Placement Assessment, payable in April prior to the test.

NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses.

HUMAN EXPERIENCE AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course equips students with a critical lens to see the world and their place in it by supporting them in the important work of learning and reflecting about the human experience and interpersonal relationships.

Students will explore and think critically about their own lives and living experiences, as well as seek out diverse perspectives. Students will be supported in becoming comfortable in new situations, preventing incorrect assumptions, and breaking down biases. Ultimately--by fostering curiosity, open-mindedness, awareness, and reflection--students will develop leadership skills as participants in a global world.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses

WARRIOR JOURNALISM AND BROADCAST NETWORK 101 (This same course is also listed under Broadcast courses) Grade Level: 9.10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester This introductory course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the four main elements of the Warriors Journalism and Broadcast Network program.

1. Videography: video editing, principles of video and film production 2. Broadcasting skills: including sports, daily news, television presence, voice work, live shows, live sports broadcast 3. Podcasting skills: crafting a podcast, audio presence, audio editing, storytelling 4. Journalism: ethics, interviewing, crafting different types of journalistic writing and researching, intersection of print and media

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** Students who take this course are required to participate in some kind of live event broadcasts each semester. They will also assist with production of daily news. Students will also write for our student-led newspaper The Blueprint.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $20 NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses.

NONFICTION AND THE DOCUMENTARY Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Students will read compelling nonfiction and view carefully selected documentaries that complement one another. Students will engage in lively and scholarly dialogue over and analysis of both the text and documentary. Possible texts and documentaries include Nickel and Dimed and Walmart: the High Cost of Low Prices; Fast Food Nation, The Omnivore’s Dilemma, or In Defense of Food and Supersize Me, Food Inc., Vegucated, or Forks Over Knives, Into Thin Air and the IMAX Everest film. Other compelling nonfiction may include Wes Moore’s The Other Wes Moore, Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods, and Jon Krakauer’s Into the Wild.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses

YEARBOOK PUBLICATION Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This course is open to students grade 10-12 who have an interest in creating the yearbook. Students will be given an opportunity to use their creativity and ideas to produce the Mariemont High School yearbook. They will be responsible for all aspects of creating, editing, and publishing. Students will learn about theme development, photography, copywriting, editing and adherence to style rules. They will also experience the business of publishing a yearbook, which includes sales and fundraising. The students will learn how to efficiently and effectively use online tools to design and create the yearbook. Students could be assigned editor’s responsibilities.

Prerequisite: Application to the instructor.

Fees: $10.00 NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required English courses and may be repeated for credit

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WORLD LANGUAGES Course

Grade Level Credit Prerequisite

Latin II Latin III Latin IV: Latin Literature Survey AP Latin: Vergil & Caesar

9,10,11,12 10,11,12 11,12 12

1 1 1 1

Latin I Latin II Latin II Latin IV: Latin Literature Survey

Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish Language and Culture

9,10,11,12 9,10,11,12 10,11,12 11,12 12

1 1 1 1 1

Recommend C or better in English Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV

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Mandarin Chinese V

Mandarin Chinese V

Some colleges require applicants to have a minimum of two years of the same world language in high school.

A few may require three or four years of the same world language. Those not specifically requiring a world language will generally recommend a minimum of two years in the same language. A demonstrated language proficiency, evidenced through successful completion of four years of the same language, may enable a student to complete the language requirement for some colleges. Check specific requirements with your counselor. It is recommended that entering freshmen whose average in seventh and/or eighth grade English is C or lower should defer the study of any world language until their sophomore (or even junior) year. Students may take courses in more than one world language at the same time if their schedules permit. ____________________________________________________________________________

LATIN LATIN II Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Latin II students read, understand, and interpret stories, proverbs, graffiti and poems. The communicative skills of listening, speaking, and writing are emphasized as tools to improve reading. Students reinforce and further their knowledge of other academic subjects, especially history, science, and English, through various interdisciplinary connections with Latin. Students recognize the influence of Latin on the specialized language of various professional fields and recognize its use in the media. Latin II students begin to develop a more sophisticated understanding of the linguistic relationship between English and Latin, using their knowledge of Latin to figure out the meaning of English words.

Prerequisite: Latin I Fees: $6.00 National Latin Exam

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LATIN III Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Latin III students examine the Roman influence on American life in the areas of language, government, domestic life, art, and ideas. Students read and understand, with appropriate assistance, passages of Latin adapted from original authors, including letters, inscriptions, poetry, and history. Students develop an enhanced ability to read, write, understand, and speak English based on their knowledge of Latin. Latin III students recognize and use elements of the Latin language to enlarge their English vocabulary as well as to prepare for the PSAT and SAT I Verbal tests. Students understand the link between classical languages and certain professional fields through specialized terminology.

Prerequisite: Latin II Fees: $6.00 National Latin Exam

LATIN IV: LATIN LITERATURE SURVEY Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Latin IV students read translate, understand, analyze and interpret un-adapted Latin passages, including the various works of Martial, Catullus, Ovid, and Cicero. Students learn the scansion of various poetic meters (dactylic hexameter, elegiac couplet, and the hendecasyllabic line). In studying poetry and rhetoric, the students will also learn poetic and rhetorical devices and figures of speech employed by Latin authors.

Students gain an understanding of the development of Latin lyric poetry as a literary genre and the importance of Classical rhetoric as a foundation for public speaking in the Western world.

Prerequisite: Latin III Fees: $6.00 National Latin Exam

ADVANCED PLACEMENT LATIN: VERGIL & CAESAR Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: AP Latin: Vergil students acquire a critical appreciation of Vergil’s epic poem, the Aeneid, and Julius Caesar’s Commentaries on the Gallic Wars. Students will read Latin poetry and prose with historical and literary sensitivity. Students develop linguistic skills by translating poetry and prose from the reading list, precisely and literally; by reading passages of prose and poetry with comprehension; and by analyzing literary texts in clear, coherent written arguments, supported by textual examples. Students will also scan the dactylic hexameter verse and learn the poetic and rhetorical devices commonly used by Vergil and Caesar.

Prerequisite: Latin IV and recommendation of Latin teacher. Completion of summer reading (extended passages from the Aeneid and comentarii de bello gallico) in translation. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP Latin exam in May. Fees: $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Latin exam plus $6.00 National Latin Exam

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SPANISH SPANISH I Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In Spanish I, students will be able to speak in simple Spanish from the first day of class. Students will learn correct pronunciation and simple grammatical structures. Students will have the opportunity to express themselves in written and oral forms through guided exercises. Students will read short passages in Spanish that will allow them to develop an understanding and appreciation of customs and culture of Spanish-speaking nations. Learning will be facilitated using audio-visuals, the internet, group activities and class presentations.

Current periodicals, websites, music, and films will be integrated in the instruction and projects.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $15.00

SPANISH II Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In Spanish II, students continue to improve their conversation skills through guided and free exercises in class.

More emphasis is placed on personal expression; vocabulary is learned so that their ability to communicate about daily experiences increases. More sophisticated grammar structures are introduced so that oral and written activities are clearer and more complex. Students will read short selections in Spanish and English that acquaint them with the customs and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Current periodicals, websites, music, and films will be integrated in the instruction and projects.

Prerequisite: Spanish I Fees: $15.00

SPANISH III Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In Spanish III, students review and build upon previously learned Spanish from the past two years. Students continue to refine their spoken and written Spanish skills by being involved in a variety of activities involving personal conversation and narrative. Comprehensible input is provided for students to reinforce language skills. More advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures are introduced to facilitate expressing personal opinions, wishes, feelings, past and future events. Students will learn about the cultures of the Spanishspeaking people by reading/listening to specific information and participating in a variety of individual and group activities. Context, cultural acquisition, and aural practice will be enhanced by online resources, current periodicals, audiovisuals, and computer technology.

Prerequisite: Spanish II Fees: $25.00

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SPANISH IV Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In Spanish IV, students continue to read, write, and converse in Spanish. Emphasis is on mastery of detailed vocabulary, phrases and advanced grammatical structures leading to communicative competence in Spanish.

Through the study of literature selections, current periodicals, online material, and exposure to educational and authentic films, music and media, students expand their understanding of language and culture.

Comprehensible input and interactive activities will lead to improved listening, pronunciation, intonation and eventual fluency. Group activities and individual projects are undertaken throughout the year.

Prerequisite: Spanish III Fees: $25.00

AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: The Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture course is a rigorous course and equivalent to a third-year college level course. This course is conducted in Spanish and requires students to improve their proficiency in Spanish communication and culture. Students are required to use Spanish in class. The course focuses on the integration of authentic resources including online print, audio, and visual resources as well as traditional print, graphics, articles, and literature resources. Instructional materials, activities, assignments, and assessments are appropriate to this level. Students will develop proficiency in synthesizing written and audio material and build proficiency in speaking and listening. The course centers on thematic units and its content is aligned with the College Board AP Spanish Language and Culture course description.

Prerequisite: Spanish IV. Completion of summer work.

Fees: $45.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture exam.

MANDARIN MANDARIN CHINESE V Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: In Mandarin Chinese V, students review and build upon previously learned Mandarin Chinese language and culture from the past four years. Students refine their spoken and written Mandarin skills toward more advanced and up-to-date modern Chinese. More advanced subjects such as environment, history, and customs are introduced. Reading and writing Chinese characters will be reinforced. Students will use Chinese characters in authentic readings. Students are assessed on individual performance in the following areas: class participation, quizzes, speaking tests, writing tests and projects. At the end of the course, students will be expected to perform in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Mandarin at the ACTFL proficiency level between Intermediate low and Intermediate mid.

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese IV Fees: None

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION ½ credit Health is required for graduation ½ credit of physical education is required for graduation and can be obtained through Flex Credit or PE waiver.

HEALTH Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester (required for graduation) Description: Health class will explore these three pillars of personal wellness that are important for overall health: physical, mental, and social.

The student will identify and analyze risk factors that influence their wellness and quality of life. Topics include anatomy/physiology of the body, nutrition/fitness, stress reduction, suicide prevention, self-esteem, sexual risk avoidance/reduction, substance abuse, teen violence, driving safety and training in adult one-rescuer CPR as well as use of the automated external defibrillator (AED).

Interactive activities, guest speakers/workshops, online exploration of wellness resources, documentaries, group discussions, written reflections, student presentations and online personal wellness assessments/mini courses will be used to evaluate student progress and to reinforce concepts.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I/II FLEXIBLE CREDIT Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ¼ credit Description: Credit flexibility calls for a great deal of maturity and self-discipline on the part of the student to earn the high school credit. All students should spend time discussing this credit flexibility option with their parents, school counselor, and mentors to make sure this would be a good fit. The following 2 components are required to earn the 1⁄4 credit of physical education using the flexible credit method.

I. Physical Activity - tracked weekly on Schoology - 75 hours required for semester II. Written Reflection - questions provided in Schoology - exam grade To begin the process of signing up, students need to first complete a flexible credit application and wait for approval.

Prerequisite: approved application Fees: None

MARIEMONT HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER Please see related information on page 8.

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MASTERCLASS MasterClass is a credit flexibility option that requires the same process as other flex-credit courses.

MasterClass is slightly different than a regular flex credit course in that the student is mentored during a specific bell of the day and at the end of the class makes a final presentation before a committee of teachers detailing their learning. The committee evaluates the student’s work and provides a grade based on a specific rubric. MasterClass is an opportunity for students to turn their interest into a passion by creating their own curriculum, taking ownership of their learning, and reflecting on how they progress as a learner. This class is not a core course or required elective credit but counts as an extra elective credit towards graduation. Please see your counselor for a MasterClass Credit Flexibility Application.

MASTERCLASS Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Masterclass is your opportunity to create your own curriculum, choosing a subject of personal interest to you.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

CAREER MASTERCLASS Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester The Career MasterClass is your opportunity to explore different career paths. Students will have the opportunity to explore and work with professionals in different fields, through research and guided exploration of life BEyond your time in Mariemont.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

MASTERCLASS IN SCIENCE Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester MasterClass in Science is an opportunity for students to explore areas of science outside of the regular science course offerings at Mariemont High School, while being mentored by a science teacher. It is a credit flexibility option that requires the same process as other flex-credit courses. MasterClass is slightly different from a regular flex credit course in that the student is mentored during a specific bell of the day by a science teacher and at the end of the class makes a final presentation before a committee of teachers detailing their learning. The committee evaluates the student’s work and provides a grade based on a specific rubric. MasterClass is an opportunity for students to turn their interests into a passion by creating their own curriculum, taking ownership of their learning, and reflecting on how they progress as a learner. This class is not a core course or required elective credit but counts as an extra elective credit toward graduation.

Please see your counselor or science teacher for a MasterClass Credit Flexibility Application.

Prerequisite: None Fees: Varies depending on specifics of the area of study in science NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

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WARRIOR JOURNALISM AND BROADCAST NETWORK 101 (This same course is also listed under English Department courses.)

Grade Level: 9.10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester This introductory course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the four main elements of the Warriors Journalism and Broadcast Network program.

5. Videography: video editing, principles of video and film production 6. Broadcasting skills: including sports, daily news, television presence, voice work, live shows, live sports broadcast 7. Podcasting skills: crafting a podcast, audio presence, audio editing, storytelling 8. Journalism: ethics, interviewing, crafting different types of journalistic writing and researching, intersection of print and media * Students who take this course are required to participate in some kind of live event broadcasts each semester. They will also assist with production of daily news. Students will also write for our student-led newspaper The Blueprint.

Prerequisite: None Fees: $20 NOTE: This course is a prerequisite for all other Broadcast courses.

WARRIORS BROADCAST NETWORK NEWS SHOW Grade Level: 9, 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Students who take this course will use the skills they learned in Warriors Broadcast Network 101 and learn more about broadcast news by being in a working newsroom environment. They will collaborate with other students to execute a daily news show on a bi-weekly basis and create original video stories that will be broadcasted through the high school and online for the Mariemont community. Students will get opportunities to be in front of the camera as anchors or reporters, behind the camera, light/soundboard operators, directors, producers, and writers. This course is for anyone who wants to dive deeper into the broadcast news world and tell stories. This course may be taken for one semester or for a full year. * Students who take this course are required to participate in live event broadcasts each semester Prerequisite: Warrior Journalism and Broadcast Network 101 Fees: $20 NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

WARRIORS BROADCAST NETWORK – CASTING Grade Level: 9, 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Students who take this course will use the skills they learned in Warriors Broadcast Network 101 and be immersed in the world of Podcasting and Sportscasting. Students will be required to participate in several live game productions where they can prepare to be the play-by-play person, operate any camera, or even call the shots as the director. Students will be required to write, shoot, and edit original sports stories, sportscasts, and record original sports or non-sports related podcasts weekly for the high school and Mariemont community.

They will collaborate with other students to execute a daily news show on a bi-weekly basis that will be

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broadcasted through the high school and online for the Mariemont community. This course may be taken for one semester or for a full year.

Prerequisite: Warrior Journalism and Broadcast Network 101 Fees: $20 NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

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MATHEMATICS 4 credits required for graduation Course

Grade Level

Math Concepts 9, 10, 11, 12 Focus* 9, 10, 11, 12 Algebra I CP 9 Algebra I Honors 9 Geometry CP 9,10 Geometry Honors 9,10 Algebra II CP 10,11 Algebra II Honors 9,10,11 Algebra III CP 11,12 PreCalculus CP 9,10,11,12 PreCalculus Honors 9,10,11,12 AP Calculus AB 11,12 Survey of Statistics and Calculus 11,12 AP Statistics 10,11,12 AP Calculus BC 11, 12 Multivariable Calc. I Honors 11, 12 Multivariable Calc. II Honors 12

Difficulty Level

Credit

College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep Honors Honors College Prep Honors Honors Honors Honors

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ½ ½ ½

Prerequisite See course description See course description See course description Algebra I CP or Foundations See course description Geometry See course description Algebra II Algebra II See course description See course description PreCalculus CP or Honors PreCalculus CP or Honors AP AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Calc. BC & Multivar.Calc. I

Explanation of Math Pathways: The college preparatory level is designed for most college-bound students. Students in 8th or 9th grade can be placed in Algebra I CP. A student who takes Honors Algebra I in 6th, 7th or 8th grade is at the accelerated level. This is for exceptionally strong math students. __________________________________________________________________________

MATH CONCEPTS Grade Level 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Math Concepts is a course that serves a variety of purposes. It is designed to help students review and relearn vital concepts. Each new math course builds on the knowledge and skills students learned in previous math courses; therefore it is crucial that students have a strong mathematical foundation. Math Concepts also provides extra instruction and is typically taken concurrently with their current math course. Finally, Math Concepts helps prepare students for their upcoming high stakes test, whether that be the Ohio AIR tests, or college entrance tests.

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Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Fees: None

FOCUS Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1 elective credit, 5 periods/week, full year Students in this course will also be enrolled in a core Math course.

This elective credit course is designed to enhance foundational math and reading skills based on staff recommendations. Students work at their individual level on either reading and/or math skills and are assisted with any questions or needs they have within their regular coursework. The emphasis is on skill development, but teachers also provide a grade check once a week to monitor work completion in all classes.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required Math courses

ALGEBRA I CP Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The structure and properties of real numbers are reviewed and extended; the concept of variables is Expanded. Emphasis is placed on the four basic operations on integers and fractions, linear equations and inequalities, problem solving, laws of exponents, factoring, techniques for simplifying and combining rational and irrational numbers, a study of the coordinate plane, ratio and proportion, systems of linear equations, and systems of linear equations and inequalities.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

ALGEBRA I HONORS Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The structure and properties of real numbers are reviewed and extended; the concept of variables is expanded. Emphasis is placed on the four basic operations on integers and fractions, linear equations and inequalities, problem solving, laws of exponents, factoring, techniques for simplifying and combining rational and irrational numbers, a study of the coordinate plane, ration and proportion, systems of linear equations and inequalities, fractional and quadratic equations and functions, and data and statistical analysis.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest. The high level of effort and achievement expected demands that the student prepare daily for class and should plan to spend a minimum average of one hour on homework and test preparation each day.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th grade mathematics with an 85% average of better and/or teacher recommendation.

Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

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GEOMETRY CP Grade Level: 9,10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This course deals with both problem solving and proofs of the properties of angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangles, parallelograms, trapezoids, polygons, circles, and selected solid figures.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I CP and teacher recommendation Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

GEOMETRY HONORS Grade Level: 7,8,9,10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade.

Description: This course deals with both problem solving and proofs of the properties of angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangles, parallelograms, trapezoids, polygons, circles, and selected solid figures, coordinate geometry, and transformation.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest. The high level of effort and achievement expected demands that the student prepare daily for class and should plan to spend a minimum average of one hour on homework and test preparation each day.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra I with an 85% average or better and/or teacher recommendation.

Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

ALGEBRA II CP Grade Level: 10,11 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The course develops the properties of real numbers, linear functions, relations, graphing, systems of equations, matrices, polynomial and rational expressions, complex numbers, exponents, quadratic functions, conics and quadratic systems, logarithms, and conic section curves.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry CP and teacher recommendation Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

ALGEBRA II HONORS Grade Level: 8,9,10,11,12 Course Credit:1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This course develops the properties of real numbers, systems of equations, properties of exponents, logarithms, complex numbers, and various types of functions including linear, quadratic, polynomial, absolute value, greatest integer, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest. The high level of effort and achievement expected demands that the student prepare daily for class and should plan to spend a minimum average of one hour on homework and test preparation each day.

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Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Geometry with an 85% average or better and/or teacher recommendation.

Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

ALGEBRA III CP Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This course is designed to prepare students for an entry level college math course. It will include further development and use of algebraic concepts, equations and inequalities, graphs and functions (including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric) and topics in probability.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II and teacher recommendation Fees: $20 MathXL access code. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

PRECALCULUS CP Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year.

Description: Emphasis is placed on refinement and advancement of algebraic skills as a student moves towards calculus.

The course content includes simplifying algebraic expressions, solving algebraic equations, polynomial and rational functions, graphing, conic sections, complex and transcendental numbers, circular functions (trigonometry), sequences and series, and matrices.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II CP and teacher recommendation Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

PRECALCULUS HONORS Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade.

Description: The course follows Algebra II Honors and prepares a student for calculus. The course content includes functions, complex numbers, solving polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry and analytic geometry, vectors, circular functions, matrices, polar equations, and parametric equations.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest, intending to pursue a math/science field. The high level of effort and achievement expected demands that the student prepare daily for class.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II Honors with an 85% average or better and/or teacher recommendation.

Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB Grade Level: 10, 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade.

Description: The AP calculus course can result in the gaining of college credit depending upon a students' score on the college board test given in May. Specific course content includes the rate of change of a function, differentiation and its applications, integration and its applications, methods of integration, transcendental functions (trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, natural logarithms and exponential), and analytic geometry.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest. The high level of effort and achievement expected demands that the student prepare daily for class and should plan to spend a minimum of one-half hour on homework and test preparation each day.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors PreCalculus with an 85% average or better and teacher recommendation Fees: $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB exam. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

SURVEY OF STATISTICS AND CALCULUS Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year.

Description: This course will provide a working knowledge of the topics found in the two most often required courses for freshmen in college, Statistics and Calculus. One semester will focus on set theory, probability, descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics. Topics will be reinforced via the use of projects, puzzles, and through the collection and analysis of real-life data. Students will become familiar with using multiple tools in order to calculate and analyze data, mainly through the use of graphing calculators and spreadsheets. The other semester will focus on limits, derivatives, and integrals. These techniques help explain how things change over time and how to optimize for that change.

Prerequisite: CP or Honors PreCalculus Fees: None.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade.

Description: The advanced placement statistics course is an accelerated in-depth study of the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Specific course content includes constructing and interpreting graphical displays of univariate and bivariate data, sampling methods, probability theory and distributions, (binomial, geometric, poisson, normal), hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, chi-square and F distributions and nonparametric statistics.

This course is designed for students with a high mathematics aptitude and interest. The high level of effort and achievement demands that the student be prepared to work at a consistent and accelerated pace.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II CP or Honors Algebra II and teacher recommendation. It is strongly recommended that PreCalculus be taken concurrently (or previously).

Fees: $20 MathXL access code plus $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Statistics exam. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS BC Grade Level: 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester weighted grade Description: This semester-long course is designed to build upon the material learned in AP Calculus AB and prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Calculus BC exam. Students will complete the AP Calculus BC curriculum studying techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and vector functions and their applications. This is the first of two semester-long courses in advanced calculus. The student should also plan to enroll in Multivariable Calculus Honors (described below).

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AP Calculus AB with a grade of “A” or “B” and a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus AB Exam and teacher recommendation.

Fees: $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Calculus BC exam. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS I HONORS Grade Level: 11, 12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester, weighted grade Description: In this, the second semester-long course in advanced calculus, students will begin the study of Multivariable Calculus with applications of vector functions, conic functions, surfaces in space, and cylindrical and spherical coordinates. Multiple integrals, line integrals, partial derivatives, and differentials will be investigated as well as a beginning study of vector analysis. Toward the beginning of the fourth quarter, attention will return to the AP Calculus BC curriculum to prepare for the AP Calculus BC Exam in May. Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Calculus BC with a grade of “A” or “B” and teacher recommendation.

Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS II HONORS Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This course is a year-long course to be taken after successful completion of Multivariable Calculus I. Topics covered in Multivariable Calculus I will be revisited at a much deeper level. Multiple integration will be investigated in the form of double and triple integrals and their applications. Other areas of exploration are surface integrals, vector fields, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, and Stoke’s Theorem. This course uses an MIT OpenCourseWare offering and requires a significant amount of independent study.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Calculus BC and Multivariable Calculus I with a grade of “A” or “B” and a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus BC Exam and teacher recommendation Fees: None. A TI83 or TI84 graphing calculator is required.

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SCIENCE

3 credits required for graduation Course Biology CP Biology Honors AP Biology Physical Science Chemistry CP Chemistry Honors AP Chemistry Physics CP Physics Honors AP Physics C Anatomy & Physiology Astronomy Environmental Science AP Environmental Science MasterClass in Science

Grade Level 9 9* 11,12* 10 10 10* 11,12* 11,12 11,12* 12* 11,12 11,12 11,12 10,11,12 11,12

Difficulty Level College Prep Honors AP College Prep College Prep Honors AP College Prep Honors AP College Prep College Prep College Prep AP College Prep

Credit 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ½

*Student enrollment based upon specific selection criteria The courses offered by the Science Department are designed to provide an opportunity for students to engage in scientific inquiry, to develop positive attitudes toward the scientific enterprise, and to make decisions that are evidence based, reflecting an understanding of the relationships among science, technology, and society.

Students will develop analytical, laboratory, and mathematical skills as well as explore career opportunities in science. In each class, the scientific method is developed as a way of solving problems. Note taking skills are stressed, and the writing of laboratory reports is required.

The Science Department encourages students to take four years of science. Students following a strong high school science program will be prepared for higher education and for problems of the future.

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BIOLOGY CP Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Biology CP is an active, hands-on college preparatory course that utilizes laboratory exercises. Observation, problem solving, modeling and hands on activities will be emphasized. Lab exercises and fun, relevant activities are often used to support or illustrate concepts presented in the text and lecture. Topics include cells and their functions; introductory biochemistry; genetics: ecology and evolution. Biology emphasizes problem solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. Careful listening, reading, interpretation of data, inference, selfguided learning, and discussion will be important for understanding concepts completely.

Prerequisite: Science teacher recommendation Fees: $25.00

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BIOLOGY HONORS Grade Level: 9* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: Biology Honors is an in-depth introductory lab science course that includes four broad units: cellular biology, genetics, evolution, and population biology. This class emphasizes problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, independent learning and delves into a wide variety of topics. The course will be hands-on, and project / lab based. This course is suggested for those who are interested in life sciences and want to graduate with a strong science background.

Prerequisite: *Enrollment based upon specific selection criteria Fees: $25.00

ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY Grade level: 11,12* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This course builds on topics studied in Biology CP and Biology Honors through in-depth lecture and lab experiments. Emphasis will be placed on molecular and cell biology, genetics and evolution, population biology, biodiversity, and ecosystem dynamics. Students are expected to do independent study and work at an accelerated pace. This is a college level course that will prepare students for taking the AP Examination.

Prerequisites: Chemistry Honors, science teacher recommendation, permission of AP Biology teacher Fees: $50.00 / $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Biology exam

PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grade level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Physical science introduces students to key concepts and theories that provide a foundation for further study in other sciences and advanced science disciplines. Physical science comprises the systematic study of the physical world as it relates to fundamental concepts about matter, energy, and motion. A unified understanding of phenomena in physical, living, Earth and space systems is the culmination of all previously learned concepts related to chemistry, physics, and Earth and space science, along with historical perspective and mathematical reasoning.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and recommendation of previous science and math teachers Fees: $10.00

CHEMISTRY CP Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the basic principles of modern chemistry.

The course provides for classroom, laboratory, and homework experience in developing concepts of atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, the gas

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laws, reaction kinetics, acids, bases, and salts. The course will provide basic chemistry appropriate for individuals who intend to enroll in a liberal arts program at the collegiate level.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and recommendation of previous science and math teachers Fees: $20.00

CHEMISTRY HONORS Grade level: 10* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This is a fast paced, high level introductory chemistry course designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts and principles of modern chemistry. The course provides for classroom, laboratory, and homework experience in developing concepts of atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, the gas laws, solution behavior, reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases, and salts.

Problem solving skills will be stressed in mathematical relationships as well as in the conclusions that can be derived from laboratory observation. The Honors Chemistry course is designed to provide an excellent chemistry background for those students interested in studying engineering, medicine, or science in college.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and recommendation of previous science and math teachers Fees: $20.00

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY Grade Level: 11, 12* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: AP Chemistry is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first year of college. This course is structured around the nine units articulated in the AP Chemistry curriculum provided by the College Board. Students should attain a depth of understanding of the fundamentals of chemistry and reasonable competence in dealing with chemical problems. The course will also allow students to develop their ability to think clearly and to express their ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity and logic. Furthermore, the laboratory work will be equivalent to a first-year college chemistry course and will require a higher degree of technique, analysis, and accuracy than what is expected of high school chemistry students. A special emphasis will be placed on the seven science practices set forth by the College Board, which capture important aspects of the work that scientists engage in, with learning objectives that combine content with inquiry and reasoning skills. Much time will be required outside the class studying, doing homework, writing reports, and finishing lab work if needed.

Prerequisites: Chemistry Honors, recommendation of science teacher, permission of AP Chemistry teacher Fees: $25 plus $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Chemistry exam.

PHYSICS CP Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Physics CP is a college preparatory course that presents students with a survey of the core topics in physics. The topics include motion (linear and two-dimensional motion), forces, momentum, energy, waves, light, and electricity. The course utilizes laboratory experiments, investigations, demonstrations, and discussions to conceptually develop and model everyday occurrences. An emphasis is placed on the student’s 51

ability to both conceptually describe and mathematically describe everyday occurrences. Students are expected to be able to apply problem-solving techniques that involve predominately algebra (with some geometry and basic trigonometry). This course is suggested for those students who have been successful in science and math classes and want to graduate with a strong science background. This course is appropriate for students entering any field of study seeking to expand their knowledge in the area of physical science.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology, chemistry, geometry, and recommendation of science and math teachers Fees: $10.00

PHYSICS HONORS Grade Level: 11,12* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: Physics Honors is a college preparatory course that presents students with an in-depth introduction to the core topics in physics. The topics include motion (linear and two-dimensional motion), forces, momentum, energy, waves, light, and electricity. The course utilizes laboratory experiments, investigations, demonstrations, and discussions to conceptually develop and model everyday occurrences. An emphasis is placed on the student’s ability to both conceptually describe and mathematically describe everyday occurrences. Students are expected to be able to apply problem-solving techniques that involve algebra, geometry, and basic trigonometry. This course is suggested for those students who have been highly successful in science and math classes and want to graduate with a strong science background. This course is appropriate for students considering pursuing a technical field such as engineering, architecture, health-related careers, mathematics, and sciences. Students taking this course are encouraged to continue into AP Physics C. Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology, chemistry, Algebra II, and recommendation of previous science and math teachers Fees: $20.00

ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS C Grade Level: 12* Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: This is an accelerated college level physics course that provides an in-depth continuation of the principles of physics. This course uses calculus, algebra, and trigonometry extensively in an intensive investigation of kinematics and electricity and magnetism. Emphasis is placed on gaining conceptual understanding and on the extensive use of mathematics to describe aspects of the natural world. This course is designed for students interested in pursuing fields such as engineering, advanced sciences, or other technical fields. This course is equivalent to a first-year college physics course (2 semesters) that would be required of students entering any of these advanced fields. To attain success in this class the students should expect to spend a minimum of one hour daily on challenging homework, test preparation and/or lab work.

Prerequisite: Honors Physics and Calculus, and recommendation of physics teacher Fees: $20.00 / The Advanced Placement exam fee is $196.00. (This fee reflects a $98 fee for the Mechanics exam and $98 for the Electricity & Magnetism exam.)

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description:

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This course will be based on selected experiments and study in the structure and function of the human body systems, including the nervous, skeletal, integumentary, muscular, circulatory, reproductive, and respiratory systems. Lab exercises will include metabolism, heart rate, reflexes, and muscle contraction, among others.

Independent reading is required in this course. Tests and exams are based on the college level text.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology, chemistry and physics (or concurrent enrollment in physics), or instructor approval Fees: $30.00

ASTRONOMY Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The first semester of Astronomy includes a tour of the solar system. Students begin the year by learning about the nature of science, the history of astronomy, and the composition, formation, and orbits of the planets and their moons. During the second semester, students learn about types of stars, including their formation, life cycle, and human uses for stars throughout history, such as navigation and agriculture. Second semester also includes learning about galaxies, astrobiology, and the universe on a grand scale. Independent observations of the night sky and field trips will build on classroom work. Tests and exams are based on required reading, classroom assignments, and laboratory investigations. This course includes some equations and basic algebra.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology and physical science or chemistry Fees: $15.00, plus field trip fees when applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade Level: 11,12* Course Credit: 1 credit 5 periods/week, full year Description: Environmental science explores the astonishing and often globally interconnected phenomena around us.

Environmental science is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the scientific principles behind the interdependency of biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems. This course is a study of the basic principles of ecology including the study of the earth’s biomes and the role and impact of human activities on natural systems. This course also examines the ecological concepts surrounding major environmental problems that threaten biodiversity on local and global levels utilizing a case study approach.

Laboratory work will be completed which supports the study of these topics. The aim of this course is to increase students’ knowledge of the environmental challenges of today, while continuing to cultivate scientific critical thinking skills.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology and physical science or chemistry, and recommendation of previous science teacher Fees: $20.00

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the biotic and abiotic components of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human made. Students will 53

evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study including ecosystems, biodiversity, populations, Earth systems, land and water use, energy resources, atmospheric, aquatic, and terrestrial pollution, and global change.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Biology, concurrent enrollment in Chemistry Honors, or approval by AP Environmental Science teacher Fees: $20.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Environmental Science exam

MASTERCLASS IN SCIENCE Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: MasterClass in Science is an opportunity for students to explore areas of science outside of the regular course offerings at Mariemont High School, while being mentored by a science teacher. It is a credit flexibility option that requires the same process as other flex-credit courses. MasterClass is slightly different from a regular flex credit course in that the student is mentored during a specific bell of the day by a science teacher, and at the end of the class makes a final presentation before a committee of teachers detailing their learning. The committee evaluates the student’s work and provides a grade based on a specific rubric. MasterClass is an opportunity for students to turn their interests into a passion by creating their own curriculum, taking ownership of their learning, and reflecting on how they progress as a learner. This class is not a core course or required elective credit but counts as an extra elective credit toward graduation.

Please see your counselor or science teacher for a MasterClass Credit Flexibility Application.

Prerequisite: None Fees: Varies depending on specifics of the area of study in science NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit

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SOCIAL STUDIES Course Exploring Geography Honors Geography Modern World Studies CP AP European History United States History CP AP United States History American Government CP AP Government and Politics: U.S. Law and Criminal Justice* Sociology* Introduction to Psychology* Philosophy* Teaching in the Professional World* AP Psychology*

Grade Level

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Credit

9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 10,11,12 10,11,12 11,12 10,11,12 10,11,12 11,12

College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep Honors

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½

Prerequisite

See course description See course description Modern World Studies See course description United States History See course description

See course description

* These courses do not satisfy the social studies graduation requirement.

Mariemont High School requires three credits of social studies for graduation. It is recommended, however, that college-bound students complete one social studies credit each year for a total of four social studies credits: Freshman year: (*see note below)

Exploring Geography or Honors Geography

Sophomore year: (*see note below)

Modern World Studies or AP European History

Junior year: (one credit is required)

United States History CP or AP United States History

Senior year: (one credit is required) American Government or AP Government and Politics ________________________________________________________________ *Note: Both the Freshman and Sophomore year courses are highly recommended. However, only one of these two courses is needed to fulfill the state graduation requirement.

EXPLORING GEOGRAPHY Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Exploring Geography is a college preparatory course that attempts to begin to develop critical thinking and writing skills that will enable the students to be successful in a college course. In Exploring Geography, this course builds on students’ understanding of geography and global thinking. Contemporary issues are explored through the lens of geography. In addition to understanding where physical and cultural features are located and why those features are located as they are, students examine the implications of these arrangements.

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Prerequisites: None Fees: None

HONORS GEOGRAPHY Grade Level: 9 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Welcome to the exciting world of Honors Geography! This course offers a dynamic exploration of the interactions between people and their environments, providing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities shaping our global community. Through engaging discussions, thought-provoking readings, and interactive projects, students will delve into topics ranging from population dynamics and cultural landscapes to political economies and urbanization. Honors Geography not only equips students with essential geographical knowledge but also fosters critical thinking skills, encouraging them to analyze and interpret the world around them. This course is not just about maps and memorization; it's a transformative journey that prepares students to navigate the complexities of our interconnected world with a profound appreciation for the diversity and interconnectedness of human societies. Join us in this exploration, where students not only learn about the world but actively contribute to shaping its future.

Prerequisite: JH Social Studies and teacher recommendations Fees: None

MODERN WORLD STUDIES CP Grade level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Building and expanding upon the framework of World Studies I, the World Studies II course is an in-depth study of the 20th Century. Students will become globally competent by recognizing and understanding how human societies and cultures have changed and developed in the twentieth century. This course is unique in its emphasis on the world of the twentieth century, beginning with the Versailles Treaty at the end of World War I, the course covers the Russian Revolution, nationalist movements, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, independence of colonies, and movement towards democracy. In addition, during the second semester, a special emphasis will be placed on current events, focusing on Nationalism vs. Multi-nationalism vs. Supra-nationalism vs. Micro-nationalism, global institutions, the environment, terrorism, and economic development/globalization.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None

ADVANCED PLACEMENT EUROPEAN HISTORY Grade Level: 10 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: Advanced Placement European History prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those of an introductory college European history course. To participate in the program, students should be highly motivated and develop the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal with the requirements of a stimulating and demanding course. The national AP examination is given at the end of the year, which may allow students to receive college credit based on their performance.

Prerequisite: recommendation of previous social studies teacher Fees: $25.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement European History exam.

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UNITED STATES HISTORY CP Grade Level: 11 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This is a required course for all juniors. It deals with the leading aspects of US history from the Civil War to the present. Attention is given to political issues, institutions, political parties, leadership, and diplomatic and constitutional questions; as well as economic, social, and intellectual trends. This course also focuses on what is unique in the American historical experience and relates US history to the broader global context. This course also requires a major research paper in the 4th quarter.

Prerequisite: Modern World Studies Fees: None NOTE: Students must pass US History to graduate. Students must also pass Ohio’s state American History test in the spring.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY Grade Level: 11 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description: Advanced Placement American History prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those of an introductory college survey of history course. Students should develop the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with problems and materials studied. Students are expected to do extensive reading. The national AP examination is given at the end of the year, which may allow students to receive college credit based on their performance.

Prerequisite: Modern World Studies/AP European History and recommendation of previous social studies teacher Fees: $25.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement United States History exam.

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT CP Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: American Government is designed to provide the student with a survey of the American federal, state, and local governments. The emphasis will be on the relationship between these divisions of government and the role of the citizen in upholding each. Research is an integral part of the course work. In addition to government, economics and financial literacy will be taught.

Prerequisite: CP or AP United States History Fees: None NOTE: Students must pass American Government to graduate. Students must also pass Ohio’s state American Government test at the end of the first semester.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS: U.S. Grade Level: 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade Description:

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Advanced Placement Government and Politics prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those of an introductory college political science course.

Students should develop the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with problems and materials studied. In addition, students enrolled in this course will gain an understanding of economics and financial literacy. This course requires a summer reading assignment, and students read one extra book during the year. The national AP examination is given at the end of the year, which may allow students to receive college credit based on their performance.

Prerequisite: United States History, Modern World Studies, and recommendation from previous social studies teacher.

Fees: $25.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement American Government exam.

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the study of psychology. Topics covered include the influence of biology on behavior, human capacities of thinking, learning and communication, motivation, emotion, and mental health. Students are required to read a number of scholarly articles related to the field of psychology and review them critically. Attempts are made to apply the material covered to specific situations in everyday living and to provide a clearer understanding of our own behavior and the motivations of those around us.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required social studies courses.

AP PSYCHOLOGY Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester (Spring only) Description: The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with the major subfields within psychology such as human development, states of consciousness, abnormal psychology, and social psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Psychology and recommendation of Psychology teacher Fees: $25.00 and $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Psychology exam

SOCIOLOGY Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1/2 credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Sociology is the study of our society. If you enjoy talking about life as we know it and why we do some of the things we do, then you might like Sociology. Most of the material we use stems from current events. We examine what Sociology is, then we explore culture, society, your life, how we interact with each other, the groups to which we belong, and we close by taking a look at the role that other factors play in shaping our lives. Typically, we have one assignment per week and a test every few weeks.

Prerequisite: None

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Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required social studies courses

PHILOSOPHY Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Philosophy is a class that challenges not only your intuition, critical thinking skills, and understanding of others, but also your own beliefs. In studying such renowned philosophers such as Plato, Socrates, David Hume, and Rene Descartes, students are exposed to an entirely new level of interpretation, problem solving, and verbal debate and discussion skills. With such an incredible class atmosphere, this course makes you think about, and subsequently question, ideas that you had automatically accepted in the past; furthermore, in depth discussions and class debates may even lead you to question some of your more deeply rooted personal 'philosophies.' In essence, Philosophy is not just a class that teaches you how to find a voice in the crowd and accept the perspectives of others, but it is also an exceptional opportunity to learn more about yourself.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required social studies courses.

LAW AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: Are you intrigued by the Criminal Justice system? If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, being a lawyer, or just want to learn more about the topic then this class is for you. We look at the basis of the system and how it operates. We critically examine various elements and aspects of the system such as why crime happens, what is the role of the police, methods for addressing and categorizing crime. Typically, we as a class, choose some topics for deeper investigation such as the prison system, organized crime, debates, or other current trends of interest.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required social studies courses.

TEACHING IN THE PROFESSIONAL WORLD Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: ½ credit, 5 periods/week, one semester Description: This course will provide the necessary foundation to step into ANY leadership or teaching position. Whether your interest is in education, coaching, new employee training or management, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to thrive as a leader. You will have the chance to shadow teachers, visit colleges and study how others teach, and learn from other occupations where leaders teach and coach their employees. This will be an interactive course where learning will come from all sources, including guest speakers, real world situations and job shadowing. It is not just for students who know they want to become a teacher: it is for anyone who will use teaching skills at some point in their life.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None NOTE: This course may not be substituted for required social studies courses.

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PROGRAMMING COURSES ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. In this course, students will learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They will incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students will also explain how computing innovations and computing systems, including the internet, work, explore their potential impacts, and contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical. AP Computer Science Principles is equivalent to a first-semester, college-level breadth course in computer science. However, this is a highly accessible course. Prior computer science is not required to take this course.

The AP Computer Science Principles Exam assesses student understanding of the computational thinking practices and learning objectives outlined in the course framework. The exam consists of the Create performance task and an end-of-course AP Exam. The Create performance task requires at least 12 hours of dedicated class time for students to complete. The end-of-course exam is 2 hours long and includes 70 multiple-choice questions.

Prerequisites: Algebra I Fees: $98 for the Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Exam

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE A Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures. AP Computer Science A introduces students to computer science through programming. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language.

The course requires that solutions of problems be written in the Java programming language. Because the Java programming language is extensive, the AP Computer Science A Exam covers a subset of Java. The AP Computer Science A Exam assesses students’ understanding of the computational thinking practices and learning objectives outlined in the course framework. The exam is 3 hours long and includes 40 multiplechoice questions and 4 free-response questions. As part of the exam, students will be given the Java Quick Reference, which lists accessible methods from the Java library that may be included on the exam.

Prerequisites: AP Computer Science Principles or teacher recommendation.

Fees: $98.00 for the Advanced Placement Computer Science exam.

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HONORS PYTHON PROGRAMMING 1 Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Computer Science and computational problem solving are fundamental skills for engaging the 21st century marketplace of ideas and economies, and all students should have the opportunity to learn these skills as they will use them in whatever career they are likely to enter.

This Python course is inspired by a highly successful Intro Computing course (15-112, Fundamentals of Programming and Computer Science) that has been taught at Carnegie Mellon University for the past 10+ years. It is predicated on the notion that learning about programming and computer science should be fun and engaging. This requires interesting problems to solve, as computational problem-solving is at the core of computer science. It is why we choose to first expose students to graphical problems in Python: they are visually engaging, allow for multiple correct solutions, and provide visual cues when a solution goes awry.

Prerequisite: AP Computer Science Principles Fees: None

HONORS PYTHON PROGRAMMING 2 Grade Level: 11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: A full-year honors-level course in programming and computer science, Honors Python Programming 2 prepares students for college studies in computer science and related disciplines. This course re-examines earlier topics from AP CSA (functions, conditionals, loops, strings, lists and more) but in Python and in greater detail and increased rigor. The course also covers intermediate data structures (sets, dictionaries), recursion, object-oriented programming, exceptions, monte carlo methods, cloud computing, efficiency, limits of computation, style, and top-down design, among other topics. The course culminates in a significant creative project.

Prerequisite: AP Computer Science A or Honors Python Programming 1 Fees: None

CYBERSECURITY Grade Level: 9-12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: Cybersecurity lays a foundation for understanding cyber law and policy, Linux, networking, technology basics, risk assessment, cryptography, and a variety of cyber security tools. Cybersecurity introduces all the concepts and skills needed to prepare for the (Optional) CompTIA Security+ certification exam. At the end of this course, you will (1) Understand the concepts behind cybersecurity, (2) practice a variety of cybersecurity skills in a safe lab setting, and (3) through case studies have a greater understanding of the history and the need for cybersecurity.

Prerequisites: Algebra I Fees: $25 lab fee

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INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING AND DESIGN Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: IED is the first course in a sequence of four courses which follows the national Project Lead the Way curriculum. Students use a problem-solving model to improve existing products and invent new ones. They learn how to apply this model to solve problems in and out of the classroom. Using sophisticated threedimensional modeling software, students communicate the details of the products. Emphasis is placed on analyzing potential solutions and communicating ideas to others.

Prerequisite: None Fees: None

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: This survey course of engineering exposes students to major concepts they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solutions of engineering design problems. They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges, documenting their work and communicating solutions to peers and members of the professional community.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering and Design Fees: None NOTE: Principles of Engineering and Introduction to Engineering and Design may be taken concurrently.

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS Grade Level: 10,11,12 Course Credit: 1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year Description: From smartphones to appliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such as combinational and sequential logic and are exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering and Design and Principles of Engineering Fees: None

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MARIEMONT HIGH SCHOOL FEES 2024-2025 School Year AP Latin: Vergil & Caesar $6.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Spanish Lang. and Cult. $45.00 / $98.00 AP Test Latin II, III, IV Latin Lit. Survey $6.00 Spanish I, II $15.00 Spanish III, IV $25.00

AP Seminar $27.00 / $146.00 AP Test AP English Lang. & Comp. $27.00 / $98.00 AP Test $27.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP English Lit. & Comp.

AP Research*/ $15.00/ $146.00 AP Test $15.00 Research Masterclass English I CP $27.00 English I Honors $27.00 English II CP $27.00 English II Honors $27.00 English III CP $27.00 English IV CP $27.00 Yearbook/Publications $10.00 Warrior Journalism & Broadcast Network 101 $20.00 Warriors Broadcast Network News Show Warriors Broadcast Network – Casting Algebra III CP AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics Statistics CP

Art 1 Art 2 Art 3 Art 4: AP Art

$25.00 $20.00 + cost of major supplies $35.00 + cost of major supplies $50.00 + cost of major supplies + $98.00 AP Test Ceramics 1 $45.00 Ceramics 2 $45.00 Digital Design/Photography 1 $35.00 Digital Design/Photography 2 $35.00 Fiber Arts 1 $20.00 Mixed Media 1 $20.00 Sculpture 1 $30.00 Sculpture 2 $25.00 Stained Glass 1 $50.00 Stained Glass 2 $55.00 Freedom in Art $10.00 Leadership in Art $10.00

$20.00 $20.00

$20.00 $98.00 AP Test $98.00 AP Test $20.00 / $98.00 AP Test $20.00

AP Comp. Science Principles AP Comp. Science A Cybersecurity $25.00

$98.00 AP Test $98.00 AP Test

AP European History $25.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Government and Politics $25.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Psychology $25.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP United States History $25.00 / $98.00 AP Test Anatomy/Physiology $30.00 AP Biology $50.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Chemistry $25.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Environmental $20.00 / $98.00 AP Test AP Physics C $20.00 / $196.00 AP Test (This fee reflects a $98 fee for the Mechanics exam and $98 for the Electricity and Magnetism exam) Astronomy $15.00 Biology CP $25.00 Biology Honors $25.00 Chemistry CP $20.00 Chemistry Honors $20.00 $20.00 Environmental Science Physical Science $10.00 $10.00 Physics CP $20.00 Physics Honors

High School Chamber Choir High School Concert Choir High School Band High School Chamber Ensemble High School Concert String Orchestra

$80.00 $80.00 $100.00 $85.00 $85.00

Business Foundations Finance Foundations Strategic Entrepreneurship Financial Accounting

$15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00

Parking Fee Device Fee

$50.00 per year $100.00

*NOTE: Fee “scholarships” are available to cover part of the visual/performing arts course fees. Students for whom the fees are a hardship may speak with their counselor about accessing the “scholarship.”

Fee “reductions” are available to cover part, or all, of the AP exam fees. Students for whom AP exam fees are a hardship may speak with their counselor about filing for a fee reduction.

Fees are subject to change

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Administrators Mr. Steven Estepp, Superintendent Dr. James Renner, Principal Mr. Trevor Block, Assistant Principal

Counselors Mrs. Amanda Leszczuk, Director of College & Career Counseling (aleszczuk@mariemontschools.org) Mrs. Victoria Zaya, grades 9 and 10 (vzaya@mariemontschools.org) Mrs. Pam Tackett, grades 11 and 12 (ptackett@mariemontschools.org)

CEEB CODE (ACT/SAT) 363-205

www.mariemontschools.org

MARIEMONT HIGH SCHOOL 1 Warrior Way Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 513-272-7600