NTH@C 2017-2018 Course Guide by New Tech High @ Coppell

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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Letter to Parents and Learners ............................................................................................................................................. 3 Counselor Contact Information ............................................................................................................................................. 4 Schedule Change Practices .................................................................................................................................................. 5 Registration Timeline ..............................................................................................................................................................6

GRADUATION High School Course Planning ............................................................................................................................................... 7 Graduation Summary Sheet ...................................................................................................................................................8 Distinguished Level of Achievement………………………………………………………………………………………...…...9

OTHER INFORMATION

Grading/Calculating Semester Averages ........................................................................................................................... 11 Home Access Center/Release Periods/ Determining Credit for Courses ........................................................................12 CISD Class Ranking & GPA Policy/Promotion/Transcripts ...............................................................................................13 Verification of Enrollment/ UIL Eligibility ............................................................................................................................. 14 Individualized Learning Administrative Guidelines/Credit by Exams ................................................................................ 15

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Advanced Placement Courses/Honors Courses................................................................................................................ 17 Dual and Concurrent College Credit ................................................................................................................................... 18 Dual Credit Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 19

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

English (including ESL and Speech and Debate) .............................................................................................................. 24 Math ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Science ................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Social Studies ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Languages Other Than English (LOTE) ............................................................................................................................. 33 Electives and Endorsements............................................................................................................................................... 34 Fine Arts and Local Credits ................................................................................................................................................. 37 CHS Courses and Electives ................................................................................................................................................ 38

New Tech High @ Coppell 113 W. Samuel Blvd Coppell, TX 75019 214-496-5900

Dear Parents and Learners, The New Tech High @ Coppell Course Guide has been designed to provide both parents and learners with helpful information about courses that are available to learners at NTH@C. Please familiarize yourself with the information as it is helpful for designing your course of study for the 2017-2018 school year. As you make your schedule, please be mindful that you are working toward meeting all of the state and NTH@C graduation requirements. The NTH@C counselor will be working with each learner to help them develop a schedule that will be suited to their abilities, interests, and future college and career goals. Your diligence in making the course selections that best suit your needs will be appreciated. Spring course selections help us to make important staffing and master scheduling decisions for the 2017-2018 school year. As such, please understand that course selection changes after the deadline will be under the conditions outlined in this guide. The last day to make changes to course requests for the 2017-2018 school year is Friday, May 5th. After May 5th, course request changes will be made only for extenuating circumstances. Changes made after the opening of the school year will be made for equalizing educator's loads, for administrative purposes, or for correcting errors and in accordance with the Schedule Change Process in the Course Planning Guide. Please make selections carefully. We look forward to working with you and answering any questions you may have about this process. It is our goal to make 2017-2018 our best year yet!

Sincerely,

Steffany Batik, Principal, NTH@C

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New Tech High @ Coppell Front Office Staff Administration

Title

Email Address

Phone

Steffany Batik

Principal

sbatik@coppellisd.com

(214) 496-5900

Raheela Shaikh

Assistant Principal rshaikh@coppellisd.com

(214) 496-5912

Counselor

Alphabet

Email Address

Phone

Michael Kennington

A-Z

mkennington@coppellisd.com

(214) 496-5908

Support Staff

Title

Email Address

Phone

Teresa Whittle

Secretary

twhittle@coppellisd.com

(214) 496-5900

Nancy Hinds

Secretary

nhinds@coppellisd.com

(214) 496-5900

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SCHEDULE CHANGE PRACTICES New Tech High @ Coppell is pleased to be able to offer a variety of courses for our learners. Selections made during registration help determine how many facilitators and sections will be needed for a course. Master schedules are developed from these numbers in the spring prior to the upcoming year. The process allows administrators to plan and to hire for optimum academic strength. When learners are permitted to randomly change schedules, facilitators and classrooms are not effectively utilized. As a result, all learners are affected. Even the most effective planning is compromised. Very seldom does a single course change affect only one course. Careful selections benefit everyone. Thank you for being a crucial part of our educational team as we work together for academic excellence. Registration • Parent and learner informational meetings will be held during spring registration. • Learners will be guided through course selection and graduation requirements during individual conferences to confirm course selections. • Learners who do not submit Course Selections will have a schedule arranged for them by their counselor according to their academic needs and/or graduation plan. Change Dates • The last day to make changes to course requests for the 2017-2018 school year is Friday, May 5. • A learner who does not submit course selections electronically online at https://hac.coppellisd.com and does not submit a Course Verification Form by Friday, May 5, 2017 will not be eligible for a schedule change. • The last day to make a change to an Endorsement Plan for the 2017-2018 school year is Friday, May 5. Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will have the opportunity to change their Endorsement Plan during their Spring Registration Meeting with their counselor.

Guidelines for changes Schedule Pick Up Through First Week of School • During schedule pick up and through the first week of school, only the requests for schedule changes listed in this section will be considered. Learners must complete and submit a NTH@C Schedule Change Request Form. Program or course cancelled by district or campus Missing a class period on the schedule Prerequisite for course not met Need to retake a failed course Northlake classes do not match NTH@C schedule Add a release period Need a course required for graduation (SENIORS only)

Level up into a course if space available Add/Drop UIL Activity Add/Drop UIL Athletic Activity* Add Facilitator/Office Aide (Seniors Only) Course already successfully completed and credit earned (i.e. summer school, CBE, correspondence.)

End of First Nine Weeks of the First Semester • Level Down - At the end of the first nine weeks of the first semester only requests to level down will be considered if space is available in the new class. Learners must complete and submit a NTH@C Level Change Form. The grade earned in the current class will be the grade the learner begins with in the new class. Requests for same level moves will not be taken. • Dropping a Course - At the end of the first nine weeks of school, juniors and seniors may choose to drop a course and add junior/senior release or facilitator aide if approved, space is available, and the learner meets the criteria for a release period (information on page 13 of the Course Planning Guide). Learners who choose to drop a course at the end of the first nine weeks must submit a Drop Request Form and understand that No grade / Credit / GPA will be awarded for the course. End of First Semester • Level Down - At the end of the first nine weeks of the first semester only requests to level down will be considered if space is available in the new class. Learners must complete and submit a NTH@C Level Change Form. The grade earned in the current class will be the grade the learner begins with in the new class. Requests for same level moves will not be taken. • Dropping a Course - At the end of the first semester, juniors and seniors may choose to drop a course and add junior/senior release if the learner meets the criteria for a release period (information on page 13 of the Course Planning Guide). Learners who choose to drop a course at the end of the semester must submit a Drop Request Form and understand that a first semester grade / credit (only if passing) / GPA will be awarded for first semester. End of First Nine Weeks of the Second Semester (One Semester Course in Spring Semester) • For a one semester course that begins second semester, a level down request will be considered at the end of the first nine weeks of the spring semester if space is available in the new class. Learners must complete and submit NTH@C Level Change Form. The grade earned in the current class will be the grade the learner begins with in the new class. Requests for same level moves will not be taken.

*See CHS Athletic Handbook

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New Tech High @ Coppell 2017-2018 Registration Timeline for Current 9th-11th Grades

Date

Action

January 24

Dual Credit Presentation: 6-7pm CHS Auditorium

February 8

Course Guide available online

February 9

Registration information sent to Parents and Learners via e-mail

February 13 - February 17

Registration Process Begins for 9th – 11th Grade learners All Grades – Through Science Classes Complete Course Selection Worksheet by February 20

February 20

Online Registration Opens at 8am

February 27

Online Registration Closes at 8am

February 27 - March 10

9th – 11th Grade conferences to review courses

May 5

Final date to make changes in course requests.

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HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PLANNING Planning a four-year high school program is a serious undertaking. Although many of your courses will be determined by the graduation plan you select, you will still have many other choices to make during your years of school. Your course selections should be guided largely by your plans for the future. Coppell ISD provides a wide range of programs that prepare learners for post-high school experiences. The programs offered allow a learner to choose the high school program best for him/her, whether that program is the traditional college preparatory or a career preparatory program. By planning wisely, you can create the future that is most appropriate for you. This guidebook is designed to help you select courses during your high school years that will support your future education and employment plans. The majority of employment opportunities require specific skills and education beyond high school. Determining which direction you want to go is not always easy. To help you decide on your pathway there are several tools that are available to you. One tool Coppell ISD offers is the Naviance program. New Tech High @ Coppell administration and counselor recommend that all learners explore the Naviance program career features listed below to help align course selections with future goals.

Naviance Career Features 1.

Personality Type Assessment: Do What You Are

Do What You Are differs from other programs in several important ways. Perhaps most notable, it is based on personality typing — the innate way people naturally see the world and make decisions — a set of basic drives and motivations that remain constant throughout a person’s life. Other programs are based on the belief that the best career decisions result from matching learners’ values, skills and interests with specific jobs. However, in reality, values, skills and interests are quite fluid in young people and often change significantly as they grow older. Learning about their personality types, learners gain accurate and invaluable insights about themselves and their career-related needs. This enables them to make the most informed, satisfying college and career decisions. 2. Career Interest Profiler The Career Interest Profiler is a tool that can help you discover the types of work activities and careers that match your interests. The interest profiler has 180 questions about work activities that people do at their jobs. This is not a test. There are no right or wrong answers. The more accurately you answer each question, though, the better your results will be. 3. Cluster Finder Career clusters are a way of grouping careers with common features and skills. Careers grouped into the same cluster typically require similar education and training. Exploring clusters can be a useful way to find a good career match, especially if you have general areas of interest but are not sure what specific careers match those interests. Career clusters can also help you better understand how your coursework in school can prepare you for certain types of careers. 4.

Explore Careers & Clusters

This is a general tool to further research specific careers or career clusters that are of interest to you. This can lead to further investigation to postsecondary education options to meet your future needs. Take your time and make good decisions when you choose your courses. You can always change your pathway or cluster. Part of being a high school learner is about exploring options. The intention of this section is to give you some ideas to think about as you continue your journey towards a productive and fulfilling life. Parents:  Please spend time going over high school course selections with your learner.  Please help your learner understand the relationship between current educational choices and future career options.  Please get involved in school activities such as the College Workshop, College Night, Junior Parent College Meetings, Financial Aid Night, and other presentations provided by Coppell ISD. The purpose of the previous information is to help you and your learner plan high school courses based on graduation requirements, career interest, and future goals. Please remember learners will be required to take core academic subjects as well as electives. Please see graduation requirements on page 8.

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Learners Who Entered 9th Grade in the Fall of 2014 and Thereafter GRADUATION SUMMARY SHEET • All learners entering NTH@C will be on the Foundation + Endorsement Graduation Plan. The Foundation Only Plan may be selected after the sophomore year only if agreed to in a committee conference with a counselor and an administrator. • Both plans require a learner to meet state End of Course exam requirements for English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology and US History.

Foundation + Endorsement

Foundation Only

English / LA

Math

4 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II + 1

3 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (Recommended)

Biology, Chemistry, Physics + 1

Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Recommended)

Science

Social Studies

World Geography, World History,

World Geography or World History

and US History

US History

Government & Economics (.5 each)

Must be same language

FA Endorsement counts for this

LOTE Fine Arts Physical Education Endorsement Area Electives NTH@C Additional Requirements

Band 1st semester counts for .5 PE

4 to 5

None

Credits needed to total at least 26

Credits needed to total at least 22

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4 Measures of College Readiness (Combination of Dual Credit and 3+ on AP Exams)

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Job Shadowing (10 hours) and Internship (15 hours)

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Community Service (10+ hours per year)



Capstone

**It is the responsibility of the learner and parent(s) to know credits earned and credits needed for graduation**

ENDORSEMENT AREAS

Select one Cluster Focus from any Endorsement Area *All incoming 9th graders will enter under the Multidisciplinary Endorsement and have the option to change after 9 th grade year*

Business and Industry

Arts & Humanities

Arts, AV Tech & Communications

Fine Arts

• Principles of Arts, AV Tech and Comm. (FUZE 1) • Audio/Video Production (FUZE 2) • Advanced Audio/Video Production (FUZE 3) • Practicum in Audio/Video Production (FUZE 4)

• • • • • •

STEM

(2 & 2 or 4 in one area)

Theater (4 credits) Dance (4 credits) Art (4 credits) Band (4 credits) Choir (4 credits) Foreign Language (4 credits)

Multidisciplinary Multidisciplinary • Liberal Arts 4x4 plan o 4 Math, 4 Science, 4 Social Studies, 4 English, 2 LOTE, 1 PE, 1 FA, 6 Electives • AP Scholar Plan o Liberal Arts Plan plus o Enroll in and pass 4 AP courses, and o Score a 3+ on at least 3 AP exams

Math • • • •

(Choose & Complete a sequence below)

Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 2 more from Pre-Calculus, AQR, AP Calculus, or AP Statistics

Science • • • •

Biotech Scientific Analysis Physics or AP Physics 2 more from Earth & Space Science, Forensic Science or AP Biology

Computer Science • • • •

Fundamentals of Computer Science Game Programming and Design Mobile Application Development AP Computer Science

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Learners Who Entered 9th Grade in the 2014-2015 School Year and Thereafter Distinguished Level of Achievement The Distinguished Level of Achievement will be a designation on the final transcript and diploma. A learner must earn the Distinguished Level of Achievement in order to be eligible for automatic top 10% admission to Texas universities. A learner may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing: ● a total of four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II ● a total of four credits in science ● the remaining curriculum requirements ● the curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement

Foundation Plan + Completion of One Endorsement = Distinguished Level of Achievement Performance Acknowledgements Dual Credit A learner may earn a performance acknowledgment on the learner's transcript for outstanding performance in a dual credit course by successfully completing at least 12 hours of college academic courses, including those taken for dual credit as part of the Texas core curriculum, and advanced technical credit courses, including locally articulated courses, with a grade of the equivalent of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0; or an associate degree while in high school. Bilingualism and Bi-literacy A learner may earn a performance acknowledgment in bilingualism and bi-literacy by demonstrating proficiency in accordance with local school district grading policy in two or more languages by completing all English language arts requirements and maintaining a minimum grade point average (GPA) of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; and satisfying one of the following: 1. completion of a minimum of three credits in the same language in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or 2. demonstrated proficiency in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Level IV or higher in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or 3. completion of at least three credits in foundation subject area courses in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of 80 on a scale of 100; or 4. demonstrated proficiency in one or more languages other than English through one of the following methods: (1) a score of 3 or higher on a College Board Advanced Placement examination for a language other than English; (2) or (3) a score of 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate examination for a higher-level languages other than English course; or (4) performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a language other than English of at least Intermediate High or its equivalent. In addition to meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, to earn a performance acknowledgment in bilingualism and bi-literacy, an English language learner must also have participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or English as a second

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language (ESL) program; and scored at the Advanced High level on the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS). AP Exam A learner may earn a performance acknowledgment on the learner 's transcript for outstanding performance on a College Board Advanced Placement test by earning a score of 3 or above. PSAT/ACT Aspire/SAT/ACT Exam A learner may earn a performance acknowledgment on the learner 's transcript for outstanding performance on an established, valid, reliable, and nationally norm-referenced preliminary college preparation assessment instrument used to measure a learner 's progress toward readiness for college and the workplace or on an established valid, reliable, and nationally norm-referenced assessment instrument used by colleges and universities as part of their undergraduate admissions process by: 1. earning a score on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT速) that qualifies the learner for recognition as a commended scholar or higher by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation, as part of the National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) of the College Board or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation; or 2. achieving the college readiness benchmark score on at least two of the four subject tests on the ACT AspireTM examination; or 3. earning scores of at least 410 on the evidence-based reading section and 520 on the mathematics section of the SAT速; or 4. earning a composite score on the ACT速 examination of 28 (excluding the writing sub score).

The manner in which acknowledgements will be awarded and posted to the NTH@C official transcript will be defined in the Spring of 2017.

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GRADING New Tech High @ Coppell is on a weighted 5.0 grade point scale. Grade points are assigned to each semester grade as follows. Any semester grade below 70 is averaged into a learner’s GPA with “0” grade points. Level 4 Level 3 Eligible Advanced Eligible honors courses, Level 1 Level 2 Placement (AP) and dual credit courses, and All other eligible Eligible local credit other designated other designated courses courses not courses shall be Grades courses shall be shall be categorized and categorized and categorized and categorized and weighted as Level III weighted as Level II weighted as Level I weighted as Level IV courses courses courses courses 97-100 6.0 5.5 94-96 5.8 5.3 90-93 5.6 5.1 87-89 5.4 4.9 84-86 5.2 4.7 80-83 5.0 4.5 77-79 4.8 4.3 74-76 4.6 4.1 71-73 4.4 3.9 70 4.2 3.7 Dual Credit courses will earn GPA points on the following scale: A = 5.5 B = 4.9 C = 4.3 D and F = 0

5.0 4.8 4.6 4.4 4.2 4.0 3.8 3.6 3.4 3.2

4.0 3.8 3.6 3.4 3.2 3.0 2.8 2.6 2.4 2.2

LOCAL CREDIT Learners can gain local credit by taking local credit classes. However, these credits cannot be used to meet the 22 state credits required on the Foundation Plan nor can they be used to meet the 26 state credits required on the Foundation Plus Endorsement Plan. These courses are not calculated in GPA. Only one local credit course allowed per school year. Local credit is granted for the following courses: • Office/Teacher Aide • Tech Force

Calculating Semester Averages To calculate the final semester average for a course with an exam grade: • Triple the final grade of each nine weeks marking period • Add the semester exam • Total and divide by 7 To calculate the final semester average for a course without an exam grade: • Add the final grade of each nine weeks marking period • Total and divide by 2

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HOME ACCESS CENTER AND LEARNER GRADES Parents and learners may view in-progress grades through the Echo Platform. This tool provides unofficial grading information. Semester and 9-Week grades can be viewed through The Home Access Center. Learners’ official grades are reported at the end of each nine weeks.

Learner Course Loads and Release Periods Freshmen are required to enroll in 8 periods per semester. Sophomores are encouraged to enroll in 8 periods per semester. However, sophomores may be eligible for a release period on their schedule if they meet all of the following criteria: • Counselor approval (schedule a meeting to discuss) • Foundation + Endorsement • Parental approval • Pass all End of Course exams • 7 credits if a sophomore • Meet compulsory attendance requirements • Enroll and complete a Dual Credit course during that semester Juniors and Seniors have the option for a release period on their schedule if they meet the criteria below. It may be used to focus on career or academic pursuits or to use as travel time to attend a class at North Lake. Keep in mind this is a privilege, not a right. Following are the criteria: • Foundation + Endorsement • Parental approval • Pass all End of Course exams • 14 credits if a junior, 20 credits if a senior • Meet compulsory attendance requirements Juniors and Seniors may have a second release period if they meet the criteria for release periods listed above, are in good standing with completing the appropriate number of credits and other graduation requirements, and are enrolled in and complete a dual credit course during that semester.

DETERMINING CREDIT FOR COURSES To receive credit for a one-semester course, a learner must pass the semester with a score of 70 or higher. Each semester grade stands alone for GPA purposes and will be posted on the official transcript with the appropriate credit awarded. To receive credit for a two-semester course, a learner must pass each semester with a score of 70 or higher. OR Learners who fail either semester of a two-semester course can regain credit by average passing the course for the year. Notes: • The second semester of the course must be taken at New Tech High @ Coppell immediately following the first semester. • The failing grade will be posted on the official transcript and 0.5 credits will be awarded. If a learner fails both semesters of a course, then both semesters must be repeated. All courses that a learner attempts will be posted on the official transcript. A learner must have a 90% attendance rate in school in order to receive credit for any course taken at New Tech High @ Coppell regardless of the grade earned.

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CISD CLASS RANKING AND GPA POLICY • •

Beginning with the 2010-2011 school year New Tech High @ Coppell ranks only the top 10% of the class. The first time GPA and class rank are available is in the spring of the sophomore year after fall grades are posted, usually early February. • Junior GPA and class rank are updated in June and February after semester grades are posted. • Senior GPA and class rank are updated in June, October (to reflect summer grades and changes in enrollment), and February after semester grades are posted. • Final class rank of the top 10% of the graduating class will be calculated at the end of the 1 st semester of the senior year. However, a learner’s GPA continues through the end of their senior year. ● Learners entering 9th grade in 2011-2012 and thereafter will have their GPA calculated as follows:  GPA will be calculated for all courses receiving state credit  As a basic guideline the four cores and foreign languages are used to compute Rank in Class GPA. To confirm if a particular course is used in the calculation of Rank in Class GPA see the ® symbol before the course title. ● Learners who have five or more passes (P’s) on the official transcript will not be ranked in the top 10%. (FD Local)

PROMOTION To be promoted from one grade level to the next, the learner must have met the following criteria: 1. From the ninth grade, a learner must have acquired 6 credits, including one credit of English and one credit of mathematics. 2. From the tenth grade, a learner must have acquired 12 credits, including two credits of English and two credits of mathematics. 3. From the eleventh grade, a learner must have acquired 19 credits, including three credits of English and three credits of mathematics. 4. To graduate, a twelfth grade learner must satisfy the required end of course exams in addition to meeting all graduation requirements. Learners officially placed in Special Education program(s) shall be promoted and shall graduate according to the criteria stated in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and by the decisions of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee.

TRANSCRIPTS A transcript is an Academic Achievement Record (AAR) that is an official and permanent record of a learner’s academic performance during high school. Semester grades earned in grades 9-12 and any high school course taken prior to ninth grade for which a learner earned state graduation credit will be recorded. Foreign transcripts will be recorded/transcribed on New Tech High @ Coppell transcripts with the letter P for passing. No GPA will be awarded for the letter P. (FD Local) Grades recorded on the official transcript (AAR) may not be removed or replaced. An official transcript (AAR) will be stamped with an official seal, signed by a school official, and enclosed in a sealed envelope. ACT and/or SAT scores are not included with transcripts. If needed, please request test scores from: ACT SAT

www.actlearner.org www.collegeboard.com

Transcripts are ordered through Naviance. There is no charge for transcripts, and they will be sent to the college once they are requested in Naviance. Access to the records of a learner who is or has been in attendance at a school in the District shall be granted to the parent of the learner who is a minor or who is a dependent for tax purposes. Please refer to State Code 34 CFR 990.5 for additional information.

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Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (TEA FORM) All learners enrolling in Driver’s Education, obtaining their license for the first time, renewing their expired license, or renewing their license when they turn 17, need to request a Verification of Enrollment and Attendance form required by the Texas Education Agency (T.E. A.). This form is available in the Front office. NTH@C does not offer Driver’s Education classes. Please allow one school day for processing.

UIL ELIGIBILITY Learners must meet the requirements below to be eligible for extra-curricular participation: • Learners must pass all courses for the first six weeks of the school year and thereafter at each nine weeks. Learners who fail may not participate in any extra-curricular or UIL contests for a minimum of three weeks. Such suspension from extra-curricular activities becomes effective seven days after the last day of the nine weeks during which the failing grade was earned. • Learners must have earned the following number of credits prior to September 1 in order to participate in any extra-curricular activity during the first nine weeks’ period: 10th grade: 5 credits 11th grade: 10 credits 12th grade: 15 credits • Learners may not miss more than 10 days per year of any course for participation in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities. Violation of this rule will result in the loss of credit. • Learners may not drop courses in order to regain eligibility under the “no pass, no play” rule. Learners who drop a course with a failing grade after the sixth week of the first nine week grading period as required by the UIL shall be ineligible for a minimum of three weeks. • Learners enrolled in Honors, AP, and Dual Credit courses are offered a one-time per semester exemption from UIL eligibility rules to be approved by the principal or designee. To receive the exemption a waiver must be completed and returned to the principal or designee.

Pay to Play Coppell ISD has suspended the Pay to Play policy for the 2017-2018 academic year. All learners participating in extra-curricular activities will not be required to make payment for pay to play for 2017-2018. Coppell ISD will review policy in the spring of 2018 regarding subsequent years.

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INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES Course Offerings

Our philosophy is to provide learners with access to flexible course offerings and innovative programs to meet the diverse needs of the learners in the Coppell Independent School District in the information-rich environment of the 21st century. Several course alternatives will be offered to assist learners in gaining credit toward high school graduation. Learners must obtain prior written approval from their counselor to earn credit for these courses. • Distance Learning - also known as “correspondence courses” can be taken print based or online, if offered. • Internet Courses - include Virtual School courses or online courses for credit recovery

Guidelines: • • • • • •

Learners must take at least 4 courses/2 credits per semester at a Coppell ISD high school campus. o 16 courses out of the 26 courses for high school graduation must be taken on a Coppell ISD high school campus. For transfer learners, the “16 courses out of 26” rule will be prorated. Learners must have met standard on the state mandated tests in the previous school year for the online course’s subject area. Rookie learners are not eligible for a release period. These learners must be registered for at least 8 class periods per day. Sophomore learners are eligible for one release period per criteria. The source of the distance learning or internet course must meet district curriculum requirements. We recommend you speak with the counselor before taking a course through another institution.

Transcript/GPA Guidelines •

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All distance learning and internet courses will count toward GPA. The grade will appear on the transcript with the credit earned. The grade will not replace any existing grade. Credit earned will be at level 2 for these courses, except for Internet courses taken for dual credit which will be at level 3. Courses taken in summer school either for original credit or credit recovery will count toward GPA. Courses taken during the school year for credit recovery will count toward GPA.

Distance Learning or Internet Course Enrollment Procedures • • • • •

Learners must register for courses online. It is the learner’s responsibility to make sure they are enrolling in courses they need for graduation. It is the learner’s responsibility to check their school’s website for dates and times to take exams. All exams must be taken at the high school the learner attends and are administered by the counseling department or campus designee. It is the learner’s responsibility to pay the $10 proctor fee, provide photo ID, and to bring all materials needed for exam day (laptop, calculator, tape recorder, blank tapes, etc.).

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CREDIT BY EXAMS (CBE) For Credit Recovery •

To take a CBE for Credit Recovery a learner must have earned a semester grade of at least 60 in the course or scored a minimum of 60 on the semester exam. • Credit Recovery grade(s) will appear on the learner’s transcript with credit earned and will count toward the learner’s GPA. • Visit your school’s website under the counseling menu for registration information and test dates.

For Original Credit • • • • •

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CBE for Original Credit is an opportunity for learners to earn credit for a course by demonstrating mastery of the course objectives on an exam. Credit is earned by the semester; thus, learners must take a separate exam for each semester of a two semester course. In order to earn credit learners must score an 80 or above on the exam. CBE grades will appear on the learner’s transcript with credit earned and will count toward the learner’s GPA. CISD offers this testing each year. Applications are available online. Registration deadlines are strictly enforced. Learners may contact the Director of Assessment at 214-496-7020 for more information or go to the following link http://www.coppellisd.com/Page/523 CBE credit must be completed and scored one week prior to the semester in which the course would have been taken Important: Learners who earn course credit through correspondence course for a course associated with a STAAR End-ofCourse (EOC) exam are required by state law to take the STAAR End-of-Course exam at the next state-determined test date following the date correspondence grades are received by the district. STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exam requirements must be met in order to receive a high school diploma in Texas. STAAR End-of-Course exams include Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History, English I and English II.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES AP COURSES Research shows that learners who participate in AP courses are better prepared for the academic challenges of college. When evaluating applications, colleges and universities look at the rigor of courses a learner took in relationship to the courses available at the school. For the most part, colleges recognize AP courses as being at the highest level of rigor. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are designed by College Board to reflect the knowledge and skills taught in college courses. Learners may demonstrate their knowledge and skills on AP Exams offered each May during a two-week period. Learners may earn college credit based on qualifying scores on the exams. The criteria for earning credit vary by college. For more information, visit www.apcentral.collegeboard.com. NTH@C endorses an open enrollment policy for AP courses. There are no qualifying criteria or applications for learners to enroll as long as they have taken the stated pre-requisite courses. The Advanced Placement program enriches the secondary school experience of learners willing to apply themselves to college level studies and provides the means for colleges to grant credit or placement, or both, to learners who earn qualifying scores on AP exams. AP courses offered at New Tech High @ Coppell (based on enrollment) Include: English

English Language and Composition (English III) English Literature and Composition (English IV)

Mathematics

Statistics Calculus AB Calculus BC

Science

Physics I Physics II Biology

Social Studies

Human Geography World History US History Government Psychology

World Languages

Spanish

Computer Science

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Dual and Concurrent College Credit Steps • • • • • • •

Complete North Lake dual credit application at http://tinyurl.com/nthcdualcredit. Once you have your ID number, go to http://tinyurl.com/nthceconnect to set up your eConnect account. Take TSI exam when offered at NTH@C or schedule on your own through Northlake (unless exempt because of other testing). Bring NTH@C Counselor NL Learner Enrollment Status Report showing you passed test. NTH@C Counselor will give you an Enrollment Form to take to NL to enroll in classes. Bring NTH@C Counselor NL Registration Summary showing classes you are enrolled in so that NTH@C schedule can be adjusted. After completing class, bring NTH@C an official NL transcript of your grades for those to be entered on NTH@C transcript.

Guidelines • The learner must follow the policies for enrollment and registration as outlined by the DCCCD campus or other approved college. • The learner must coordinate the college course time with the NTH@C class schedule. This means North Lake course must be scheduled prior to the first class at NTH@C and/or after the last class at NTH@C. • The learner must follow district guidelines for college release periods. • Grades for Dual Credit courses, including Dual Credit in summer school, are calculated into GPA as Level III Honors. • Concurrent enrollment courses will not count for credit or GPA on the learner’s high school transcript. • Learners must pay for concurrent courses. • Learners are responsible for purchasing books and other required instructional materials for the Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment course(s).

Learner Responsibilities for Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment at North Lake To participate in the Dual Credit program, a high school learner must: • Be a NTH@C Learner in good standing. • Follow all of the guidelines for college learners as set by the Dallas County Community College District. • Follow NTH@C Learner Handbook guidelines while attending classes on the NL Campuses. • Report grades to parents and bring an official transcript in a sealed envelope from North Lake to their NTH@C counselor to receive credit. • Inform their NTH@C counselor if they drop a course during the semester and follow the drop procedure at NL. • Take responsibility to coordinate lab work and/or testing within the schedule of NTH@C. He/She will be held accountable for absences due to flexible scheduling at the high school. Any absences from NTH@C classes due to conflicts in schedules will count against exemptions for final exams. • Attend periodic Dual Credit Meetings at NTH@C.

Individual College Courses • • • •

Juniors and Seniors can enroll in dual-credit and concurrent enrollment classes individually. Sophomores interested in dual credit may speak with the counselor for approval. Learners seeking dual credit may take any courses listed in the tables beginning on page 21 as long as they have not had the equivalent course at NTH@C. Learners will be released from one period at NTH@C for each college course up to two courses. Learner must have administrative approval to take more than two college courses in one semester.

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APPROVED DUAL CREDIT COURSES Approved CORE, Academic and Career Technical Education Courses for Dual Credit 2017-2018 All courses for North Lake College are taught at the college or online. CISD Course

CISD Credit

North Lake College Course

North Lake Credit

TSI

R&W ENGL 1301 w/ C or better ENGL AP Score of 3 or higher

English Language Arts English IV A English IV B

.5 .5

ENGL 1301: Composition I ENGL 1302: Composition II

3 hours 3 hours

English IV A

3 hours

English IV B

ENGL 1302: Composition II, with proof of English AP English credit of 3,4, or 5 ENGL 2322: British Literature or ENGL 2327: American Literature or ENGL 2328: American Literature or ENGL 2332 World Literature

ENGL 2322: British Literature I

3 hours

ENGL 1302

ENGL 2323: British Literature II

3 hours

ENGL 1302

ENGL 2327: American Literature I

3 hours

ENGL 2328: American Literature II

3 hours

Independent Study in English A-1st time taken Independent Study in English B-1st time taken Independent Study in English A-1st time taken Independent Study in English B-1st time taken Communication Applications

3 hours ENGL 1302

ENGL 1302

SPCH 1311: Introduction to Speech Communication or SPCH 1315: Fundamentals of Public Speaking

3 hours

R&W

3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 1 hour 3 hours

R R R R R R R R&W R&W

Fine Arts Music History Theatre Arts I Theatre Production I Art III History Art III History Art III History Art III History Journalism Contemporary Media

1 1 1 1 1 .5 .5 .5 1

MUSI 1306: Music Appreciation DRAM 1310: Introduction to Theater DRAM 2366: Film Appreciation I HUMA 1315: Fine Arts Appreciation ARTS 1301: Art Appreciation ARTS 1303: Survey of Art History ARTS 1304: Survey of Art History COMM 1129: New Publications I COMM 1307: Intro to Mass Communications

Social Studies & Government

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Economics

ECON 2301: Principles of Macro-Economics

3 hours

Economics Advanced Studies Government Special Topics in Social Studies US History A US History B Sociology Psychology Social Studies Adv. Studies 1st time taken Social Studies Adv. Studies 2nd time taken

ECON 2302: Principles of Micro-Economics

3 hours

.5 .5

GOVT 2305: Federal Government GOVT 2306: Texas Government

3 hours 3 hours

R&W R&W

.5 .5 .5 .5 .5

HIST 1301: History of the United States I HIST 1302: History of the United States II SOCI 1301: Introduction to Sociology PSYC 2301: General Psychology PHIL 1301: Introduction to Philosophy

3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours

R&W R&W R&W R

American Sign Language I American Sign Language II American Sign Language III Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV French I French II French III French IV

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

SGNL 1301: Beginning American Sign Language I SGNL 1302: Beginning American Sign Language II SGNL 2301: Intermediate American Sign Language I SPAN 1411: Beginning Spanish I SPAN 1412: Beginning Spanish II SPAN 2311: Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 2312: Intermediate Spanish II FREN 1411: Beginning French I FREN 1412: Beginning French II FREN 2311: Intermediate French I FREN 2312: Intermediate French II

Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Mathematics Independent Study in Math A Accounting I Accounting II

Scientific Research & Design

R .5

PHIL 2306: Ethics

3 hours R

LOTE 3 hours

3 hours

4 hours 4 hours 3 hours 3 hours 4 hours 4 hours 3 hours 3 hours

R R R R R R R R

Math 1314: College Algebra

3 hours

Math 1316: Plane Trigonometry

3 hours

College Level Math Scores Math 1314

Math 2342: Introductory Statistics

3 hours

Math 2412: Pre-Calculus Math

4 hours

College Level Math Scores Math 1316

Math 2413: Calculus I

4 hours

Math 2412

Math 2414: Calculus II

4 hours

Math 2413

.5 1 1

Math 1350: Teaching Math in Elementary and Middle School I ACCT 2301: Principles of Accounting I ACCT 2302: Principles of Accounting II

BIOL 1406: Biology for Science Majors I w/lab

1 1

Math

3 hours

Math 1314

3 hours 3 hours

Math Met on TSI ACCT 2301

4 hours

R & W and TSI Math Met

Science

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Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design

4 hours

Biol 1406

4 hours

R&W

4 hours

R&W

BIOL 1407: Biology for Science Majors II w/ lab BIOL 1408: Biology for Non-Science Majors I w/lab BIOL 1409: Biology for Non-Science Majors II w/lab BIOL 1411: Intro. To Botany

4 hours

R&W

BIOL 1322: Principles of Nutrition

3 hours

R&W

BIOL 2406: Environmental Biology

4 hours

R&W

CHEM 1405: Introduction to Chemistry I w/lab

4 hours

R & Complete DMAT 0305 or Mat Met

Scientific Research & Design

CHEM 1407: Introduction to Chemistry II w/lab

4 hours

Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design Scientific Research & Design

CHEM 1411: General Chemistry I w/lab

4 hours

CHEM 1412: General Chemistry II w/lab

4 hours

CHEM 1411

PHYS 1401: College Physics I

4 hours

PHYS 1402: College Physics II

4 hours

R & completed Math 1314 and take Trig Assessment for Physics readiness PHYS 1401

PHYS 1405: Elementary Physics I

4 hours

PHYS 1407: Elementary Physics II

4 hours

PHYS 2425: University Physics I

4 hours

PHYS 2426: University Physics II

4 hours

GEOL 1401: Earth Science

4 hours

R & Completed MATH 2413 PHYS 2425 and Math 2414 R

GEOL 1403: Physical Geology

4 hours

GEOL 1404: Historical Geology

4 hours

Geol 1403

PHED1304: Health for Today

3 hours

Advertising and Sales Promotion

MRKG 1311: Principles of Marketing

.5 .5

R & Complete DMAT 0305 or Math Met R & Math Met

Business & Technology 3 hours

TSI R & W Scores on file College Ready reading, writing, and math skills strongly recommended

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Audio Video Production Business Information Management I Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance

Money Matters Business Law

Touch System Data Entry Web Technologies

Computer Maintenance Computer Science I Computer Science II

RTVB 1305: Intro. to Television Technology

3 hours

4 hours

BCIS 1405: Business Computer Application w/lab BUSI 1301: Introduction to Business

BUSI 1307: Personal Finance BUSI 2301: Business Law

3 hours 3 hours

POFT 1329: Beginning Keyboarding

3 hours

IMED 1416: Web Design I

4 hours

POFI 1349: Microsoft Excel 2013

3 hours

POFI 2301: Microsoft Word 2013

3 hours

ITSC 1401: Intro. To PC Operating Systems

1 1.

COSC 1401: Introduction to Computing COSC 1415: Intro. to Computer Science & Programming

3 hours

TSI R & W Scores on file R

4 hours 4 hours

TSI R & W Scores on file College Ready reading, writing, and math skills strongly recommended R TSI R & W Scores on file College Ready reading, writing, and math skills strongly recommended. Recommended: High school coursework in U.S. history and government, or equivalent. TSI R & W Scores on file TSI R & W Scores on file TSI R & W Scores on file TSI R & W Scores on file TSI R & W Scores on file R R

TSI R & W Scores on file

Logistics Technology Principles of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Logistics, Planning, and Management Systems Transportation Systems Management

LMGT 1319: Intro. to Business Logistics

3 hours

LMGT 1321: Intro. to Materials Handling

3 hours

TSI R & W Scores on file

LMGT 1323: Domestic & International Transportation Management LGMT 1341: Freight Loss and Damage Claims

3 hours

TSI R & W Scores on file TSI R & W Scores on file

3 hours

CCNA Certification (Level 1) CISCO 1

ITCC 1477: Cisco Exploration1 - Network Fundamentals

4 hours

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CISCO 2

CISCO 3

CISCO 4

ITCC 1478: Cisco Exploration 2 – Routing Protocols and Concepts ITCC 2476: Cisco Explorations 3 – LAN Switching and Wireless ITCC 2477: Cisco Exploration 4 – Accessing the WAN

4 hours 4 hours 4 hours

CCNP Certification (Level 1) CISCO 5

CISCO 6

CISCO 7

CISCO Elective (CCNP) – Choose 1

ITCC 2454: CCNP Routing-Implementing IP Routing ITCC 2455: CCNP Switch-Implementing IP Switching ITCC 2456: CCNP TSHOOT-Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks ITSC 1401: Intro to Computers or ITSC 1405: Intro to PC Operating Systems or ITSC 1407: UNIX Operating System I or ITSC 1409: Integrated Software Application I or ITSC 1425: Personal Computer Hardware or ITSW 1401: Intro to Word Processing or ITSW 1404: Intro to Spreadsheets or ITSW 1407: Intro to Database or ITSW 1410 Intro to Presentation Graphic Software

PreReq: CCNA 4 hours 4 hours 4 hours 4 hours

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ENGLISH (INCLUDING DEBATE) ENGLISH I and DIGITAL APPLICATIONS (®ENGLISH I and DIGITAL and INTERACTIVE MEDIA) 1811Y (1111 A and B and 7020 A and B) Grade: 9 Level: 3 Credit: 2 (1 credit English I and 1 credit Digital Portfolio) Prerequisite: None English I: Learners continue developing reading, writing, oral language, and research skills. An emphasis is placed on reading a wide variety of literary and informational texts while extending compositional skills to include various modes of writing with a focus on literary and expository compositions. Language studies focus on the analysis of diction and syntax within learner-created and published texts from various media. Digital Applications: This course introduces learners to the basics of business, communication, and technology. This course will also prepare them with the necessary communication and technology skills for all of their coursework throughout high school at NTH@C.

ENGLISH II and DIGITAL APPLICATIONS (®ENGLISH II and DIGITAL and INTERACTIVE MEDIA) 1821Y (1211 A and B and 7020 A and B) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 2 (1 credit English II and 1 credit Digital Portfolio) Prerequisite: None English II: Learners refine reading, writing, oral language and research skills through the integration of technology with literature, language, and composition with a focus on expository and persuasive modes. Communication skills and language studies build on those from English I as learners become more adept consumers and producers of 21st century literacies. Learners will demonstrate proficiency in delivering clear verbal messages; choosing effective non-verbal behaviors; listening for desired results; applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes; and identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations. Digital Applications: This course introduces learners to the basics of business, communication, and technology. This course will also prepare them with the necessary communication and technology skills for all of their coursework throughout high school at NTH@C.

AMERICAN STUDIES (®ENGLISH III and ®U.S. HISTORY) 1705Y (1305 A and B and 4305 A and B) Grade: 11 Level: 3 (1 credit English III and 1 credit U.S. History) Prerequisite: None

Credit: 2

The American Studies course integrates junior level, Honors, English III and U.S. History. The course will be taught thematically, and through a project based learning lens. It is designed to provide students with the analytical skills and enduring understandings necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States history. The course is also designed to help learners become aware of a writer's purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as both readers and writers of English.

®AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION 1311Y (1311 A and B) Grade: 11 Prerequisite: None

Level: 4

Credit: 1

AP English Language and Composition is a college level course constructed in accordance with the guidelines described in the AP English Course Description published by the College Board. Learners read and carefully analyze a broad and challenging range of nonfiction prose selections, deepening their awareness of rhetoric and how language works. Through close reading and frequent writing, learners deepen their understanding of the nuance of language and develop a greater awareness of the rhetorical purpose and strategy, while strengthening their own composition skills. Course readings feature expository, analytical, personal, and argumentative texts from a variety of authors and historical contexts. Because today’s learners live in a highly visual world, they also study the rhetoric of visual media such as photographs, films, advertisements, and comic strips. By aligning with the College Board’s AP English Course Description, this course teaches “learners to read primary and secondary sources carefully, to synthesize material from those texts in their own compositions, and to cite sources using conventions recommended by professional organizations such as the Modern Language Association (MLA).” Learners will demonstrate proficiency in delivering clear verbal messages; choosing effective non-verbal behaviors; listening for desired results; applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes; and identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level.

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®ENGLISH IV

1405Y (1405 A and B) Grade: 12 Prerequisite: English III

®AP ENGLISH IV Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course will be co-sat with TWU English IV. Learners in this class will do the same projects and assignments as the TWU course, but will not be receiving the dual credit. Learners will be challenged to begin analyzing texts for evidence of the writer’s craft. In other words, learners must come to recognize that the content of a given text cannot be studied independently from its form—the what is no more important than the how. Learners will also discover the ways in which the crafting of an argument must be shaped to fit audience and genre. From studying these elements in the work of others (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), learners will write (both formally and informally) in the expository, analytical and argumentative modes.

1411Y (1411 A and B) Grade: 12 Prerequisite: English III

Level: 4

Credit: 1

The senior level AP English Literature and Composition course engages learners in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, learners deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, learners consider a work’s structure, style and themes, as well as such smaller scale elements as figurative language, imagery, symbolism and tone. Learners will develop their skills as critical thinker and writers, composing intensive analyses of works they encounter. Learners enrolled in the course are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Literature exam in May.

®TWU ENGLISH IV (Dual Credit)

1407DY (1405 D and 1406 D) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 (Also receive credit for ENGL 1301 & ENGL 1302) Prerequisite: English III This on campus dual credit English IV course is designed to engage learners in the rigorous study of rhetoric. Similar to a university freshman composition course, learners will be challenged to begin analyzing texts for evidence of the writer’s craft. In other words, learners must come to recognize that the content of a given text cannot be studied independently from its form—the what is no more important than the how. Learners will also discover the ways in which the crafting of an argument must be shaped to fit audience and genre. From studying these elements in the work of others (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), learners will write (both formally and informally) in the expository, analytical and argumentative modes.

ENGLISH ELECTIVES CREATIVE WRITING I & II

1065Y (1065 and 1066) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 (0.5 credit for CW I & 0.5 credit for CW II) Prerequisite: None Creative Writing I: Creative writing is an English elective designed to introduce interested learners to the artistic craft of creative writing through both careful study of representative texts across creative genres (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama) and students own creative work. The goal is to learn the craft of writing through a full immersion in quality literature. Then, learners will use this knowledge in a true writer’s workshop, creating drafts and revising them through careful study and collaboration. The goal is to produce work of publishable quality as well as enjoy new experiences in unexplored areas of writing. Creative Writing II: This course provides an in-depth study of writing fiction, children’s literature, film, and drama with an emphasis on style, character development, dialogue, and plot development. The learner will also work on writing for publication and contests.

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DEBATE – CHS

DEBATE II - PUBLIC FORUM and PERSUASIVE SPEAKING

DEBATE I (Novice) 1630Y (1630 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None

Credit: 0.5–1

This class is for first year debaters. Learners will be introduced to the three kinds of debate, Learner Congress, Original Oratory, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Learners will learn research skills, logic, argumentation, persuasion, different speaking styles, and case writing as well as being exposed to beginning philosophy and government. Participation in at least one local tournament is expected.

COMPETITIVE DEBATE DEBATE II - POLICY 1632Y

(1632 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate I Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees

DEBATE III - POLICY 1633Y (1633 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate II – Policy Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees

DEBATE IV - POLICY

1634Y (1634 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate III – Policy Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees

1636Y (1636 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate I Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees Learners who enter 9th grade in the Fall of 2013 will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit.

DEBATE III - PUBLIC FORUM and PERSUASIVE SPEAKING 1637Y (1637 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate II – Public Forum and Persuasive Speaking Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees

DEBATE IV - PUBLIC FORUM and PERSUASIVE SPEAKING 1638Y (1638 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Debate III – Public Forum and Persuasive Speaking Course Fees and Materials: $300 for judge’s fees These courses provide competition opportunities for learners who are interested in Public Speaking and in a slower, more persuasive form of debate. Debate types include: Public Forum, Extemporaneous Speaking, Learner Congress, and Original Oratory. Research methods, critical thinking skills, and persuasive speaking are emphasized. Competition is strongly encouraged.

These courses provide learners instruction in individual and team debate through competition opportunities. Learners will develop logic, argumentation, and advanced persuasion skills. Learners research modern and classical philosophy as well as current U.S. government policies and then write debate cases. Participation in competitions is highly encouraged. This class carries a weighted credit. It includes Policy and Public Forum. Participation at tournaments is highly encouraged.

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®ALGEBRA II

MATHEMATICS Learners are encouraged to purchase their own graphing calculator (Casio FX-CG10 Graphing Calculators are recommended). This will enable learners to utilize these calculators for homework, projects, and to become familiar with their own calculator. In addition, they will need to use graphing calculators on college entrance examinations during high school.

®ALGEBRA I

2111Y (2111 A and B) Grade: 9 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Grade 8 Mathematics

Credit: 1

Project based Algebra 1 introduces the learner to variables, algebraic expressions, equations, functions, inequalities, and their graphical representation. The purpose of project based learning within Algebra 1 is for the learner to explore and solve mathematical problems, think critically, work cooperatively with others, and communicate mathematical ideas clearly. What’s next? Geometry.

®GEOMETRY 2221Y (2221 A and B) Grade: 9-10 Prerequisite: Algebra I

Level: 3

2331Y (2331 A and B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry

Credit: 1

Problem based Algebra II is the continuation of concepts learned in algebra and geometry. We revisit algebra concepts in a deeper, more meaningful way, and introduce new concepts through exploration, discovery, and hands-on approaches to prepare for higher level math. Topics include functions, statistics, trigonometry, and physics. We explore Algebra II in context with science, art, current events, and international issues. What’s next? Advanced Quantitative Reasoning, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, or AP Statistics

®PRE-CALCULUS 2441Y (2441 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Credit: 1

Pre-calculus explores patterns and single variable relationships found in our world. This class will cover the topics of algebra, trigonometry, and analytical geometry. In addition to introducing calculus, algebra and multi-layer problem solving skills are strengthened. What’s next? AP Calculus, AP Statistics, or Advanced Quantitative Reasoning

Credit: 1

Project based Geometry will introduce learners to plane geometry with integration of some space and coordinate geometry, concepts of transformational geometry, measurement, and the basic concepts of right triangle trigonometry. This class develops geometric concepts using formal proofs and algebraic applications. Algebra is used extensively for areas, volumes, lengths, angle measures, and graphing. The purpose of project based learning within Geometry is for the learner to explore and solve mathematical problems, think critically, work cooperatively with others, and communicate mathematical ideas clearly. What’s next? Algebra II.

®ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE REASONING 2600Y (2600 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Credit: 1

Problem based Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (AQR) is a mathematics course infused with liberal arts that follows Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. The course emphasizes statistics and financial applications, and it prepares students to use algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and discrete mathematics to model a range of situations and solve problems.

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速AP STATISTICS 2450Y (2450 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Credit: 1

Through real world projects and scenarios, learners will uncover attributes about themselves, their peers, and the world around them. Learners will explore the depth of human nature by applying statistical methods to the topics of sociology, psychology, economics, education, political science, biology, epidemiology, quality control, and demography. Human Statistics is the intersection of math and the humanities. College credit may be awarded for this class depending on AP test scores and individual university requirements. There is no level-down option for this course.

速AP CALCULUS AB 2500Y (2500 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Recommended by College Board: Prior Completion of PreCalculus In this course, learners will study the branch of mathematics that deals with rates of change in continuous and varying quantities. The study of calculus improves and sharpens cognitive skills. This course provides a journey to the edge of mathematical reasoning. Calculus is used in business, medical, engineering, and many other areas of study. College credit may be awarded for this class depending on AP test scores and individual university requirements. There is no level-down option for this course.

速AP CALCULUS BC 2501Y (2501 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB Recommended by College Board: Prior Completion of PreCalculus The course prepares learners for the AP Calculus BC exam. This course expands on all the topics covered in Calculus AB along with such topics as arc length and surfaces of revolution, work, trigonometric integrals, sequences and series, Taylor and Maclaurin polynomials and series, derivatives of parametric equations, differentiation and integration of vector-valued functions, partial derivatives and additional integration techniques. Reading requirements include text written on the college level. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level. There is no level-down option for this course

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SCIENCE

The required sequence of science courses: • Biotech • Scientific Analysis • Physics • Forensic Science, Earth & Space Science, or AP Biology BIOTECH (®BIOLOGY) 3111Y (3111 A and B) Grade: 9 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Biotech Ethics is a freshman science course that integrates psychology and ethical issues with an emphasis on a first year biology curriculum. By completing this course, learners will not only meet the Texas standards for biology, but they will also be prepared to achieve in chemistry and the senior level biology courses in the future. What’s next? Scientific Analysis

SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS (®CHEMISTRY and TECHNICAL WRITING) 3321Y (3321 A and B) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1.5 (1 credit Chemistry and 0.5 Technical Writing) Prerequisite: Algebra I and one credit of high school science This course will be cover characteristics of matter, energy transformations during physical and chemical changes, atomic structure, periodic table of elements, behavior of gases, bonding, nuclear fusion and fission, oxidation-reduction reactions, chemical equations and reactions, solutes, properties of solutions, acids and bases. It will develop your skills for writing persuasive and informative texts such as essays, reports, proposals, and memoranda as well as research and presentation of information in a variety of media. What’s next? Physics

®CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS 3421Y (3421 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra I

Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course provides a conceptually based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. What’s next? 4th year science course if learner has already completed courses in Biology and Chemistry

®AP PHYSICS I: ALGEBRA BASED 3430Y (3430 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Recommended by College Board: Algebra I and Geometry This course is an algebra based, introductory college level physics course that explores topics such as Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion) ; work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; and introductory, simple circuits. Through inquiry based learning, students will develop scientific critical thinking and reasoning skills. Learners may level down to Physics at designated times during the school year per schedule change practices on page 5. What’s next? 4th year science course if learner has already completed courses in Biology and Chemistry

®AP PHYSICS II ALGEBRA BASED 3433Y (3433 A and B)

Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Recommended by College Board: AP Physics I or a comparable Physics introductory course Recommended Co-Requisite: Pre-Calculus

AP Physics II is the equivalent to a second-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level. There is no level-down option for this course.

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®FORENSIC SCIENCE 3807Y (3807 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry

Credit: 1

This is a course that uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide. Learners will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, learners will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Learners will learn the legal aspects and career options for forensic science.

®EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE 3504Y (3504 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Committee Approval

Credit: 1

This is a capstone course designed to build on learners’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth’s systems in space and time. This course looks at an Earth systems approach to the themes of earth in space and time, solid Earth, and fluid Earth defined the selection and development of the concepts described in this paragraph.

®AP BIOLOGY 3121Y (3121 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology Co-requisite: Chemistry with Counselor Approval AP Biology is a course designed to be the equivalent of a two semester college introductory biology course. All NTH@C AP Biology learners will be required to keep an online laboratory notebook with up-to-date notes and lab reports. Learners will be prepared for and have the option to take the AP Biology exam in the spring. College credit may be awarded for this class depending on AP test scores and individual university requirements.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

®AP WORLD HISTORY 4231Y (4231 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

®WORLD GEOGRAPHY 4111Y (4111 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Learners examine a variety of sources to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of world patterns, including cultural, political, historical, and economic characteristics.

®AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 4340Y (4340 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 4

Credit: 1

This course meets the World Geography requirement. Curriculum taught at the college level and based on combination of College Board and state geography standards. Learners will engage in the "systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use and alteration of Earth's surface." Learners will split time between the traditional classroom setting and an integrated lab to encourage learner-centered instruction through the Blended Learning model. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level. Learners may level down to World Geography at designated times during the school year per schedule change practices on page 5.

®WORLD HISTORY 4221Y (4221 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Learners develop and demonstrate an understanding of world history, geography, economics, government and citizenship, and culture and society from the earliest times to the present. Learners will research, analyze, and evaluate a variety of sources to deepen their understanding of the concepts, events, and issues in world history.

Level: 4

Credit: 1

The AP World History course focuses on developing learners’ understanding of world history from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. This course has learners investigate the content of world history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in the six historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, argumentation) employed by historians when they study the past. This course also provides five themes (interaction between humans and the environment; development interaction of cultures; state building, expansion, and conflict; creation, extension, and the interaction of economic systems; development and transformation of social structures) that learners explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places encompassing the five major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level. Learners may level down to World History Studies at designated times during the school year per schedule change practices on page 5

AMERICAN STUDIES (®U. S. HISTORY and ®ENGLISH III) 1705Y (1305 A and B and 4305 A and B) Grade: 11 Level: 3 (1 credit English III and 1 credit U.S. History)

Credit: 2

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®AP UNITED STATES HISTORY

4311Y (4311 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Recommended: Prior Completion of AP World History and AP Human Geography Learners will develop and demonstrate an understanding of U.S. history from the Age of Exploration and Discovery to the present. This AP curriculum is taught at the college level and is both reading and writing intensive. This course is designed to align with English III content and writing level. Extensive out-of-class reading is required on a daily basis. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, learners in this course will examine a variety of historical material and “weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship,” thus developing “the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format.” Learners may level down to US History Studies Since Reconstruction at designated times during the school year per schedule change practices on page 5.

SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES ®AP PSYCHOLOGY/SOCIAL STUDIES RESEARCH METHODS Average pass rule does not apply 4550Y (4550 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 (0.5 credit for AP Psych and 0.5 credit for SSRM) Prerequisite: None Recommended: Prior completion of Biology and AP Human Geography This course is both reading and writing intensive. The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce learners to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Learners are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level.

®GOVERNMENT 4420Y Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 0.5

Government focuses on the principles and beliefs upon which the United States was founded and on the structure, functions, and powers of government at the national, state, and local levels. Learners study major political ideas and forms of government in history. A significant focus of the course is on the U.S. Constitution, its underlying principles and ideas, and the form of government it created. Throughout this course, learners examine the relationship between governmental policies and the culture of the United States.

®ECONOMICS 4430Y Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 0.5

Economics focuses on the basic principles concerning the production, consumption, and distribution of goods and services in the United States and a comparison with those in other countries around the world. The course focuses on the interaction of supply, demand, and price and the concepts of specialization and international trade, economic growth, key economic measurements, and monetary and fiscal policy. Throughout this course, learners study business models, market structures and the roles of the Federal Reserve System and other financial institutions, governments, and businesses in a free enterprise system.

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LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE) ®CHINESE I 6410Y (6410 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course is an introductory Chinese language course for learners who have little or no prior experience in the language. It is to develop learners’ four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing the Chinese language, as well as gaining understanding of Chinese culture. Pinyin (phonetic symbols) will be used as a supplementary tool to learn the spoken language. Learners will be asked to recognize either simplified or traditional form characters from memory.

®CHINESE II 6420Y (6420 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: Chinese I

Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course is a continuation course designed for students who already have the basics of Chinese (e.g. pinyin, four tones), learned either through taking Chinese I, or through taking a CBE for Chinese I. The emphasis of this course is on listening, speaking and reading Chinese, plus some exercises with writing skills. Additionally, the course will integrate the Chinese culture into the language learning and enhance the practices of Chinese language.

®CHINESE III

6430Y (6430 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: Chinese II

Level: 3

Credit: 1

In this course, learners will engage in conversation, provide and obtain information, and exchange opinions on various topics including current events. Learners will understand and interpret written and spoken Chinese on a variety of topics including current and historical events. Learners will demonstrate an understanding of Chinese culture. They will demonstrate their ability to express themselves in written and spoken Chinese using complex sentence structures and increasing vocabulary appropriate to the third year.

®SPANISH I 6013Y (6013 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

The learners in this course will begin to build language skills through participating in real world projects designed to facilitate effective communication and cross-cultural understanding. The communication skills included are reading, writing, listening, and speaking. We will explore cultural connections and comparisons and our role as global citizens. Grammatical structures will focus on the present tense.

®SPANISH II 6023Y (6023 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Spanish I

Credit: 1

The learners in this course will continue to build language skills through participating in real world projects designed to facilitate effective communication and cross-cultural understanding. The communication skills included are reading, writing, listening, and speaking. We will explore cultural connections and comparisons and our role as global citizens. Grammatical structures will include the present, preterit and imperfect tenses.

®SPANISH III 6033Y (6033 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Prerequisite: Spanish II

Credit: 1

The learners in this course are exposed to a review of grammatical structures, formal and informal writing, conversational practice, culture, and listening/reading comprehension activities. Review material will be presented during the first few weeks. Additional grammatical structures in Spanish will include: preterit/imperfect tenses, the subjunctive. Vocabulary will be determined by course projects.

®AP SPANISH IV LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 6051Y (6051 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Prerequisite: Spanish III

Credit: 1

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Spanish Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. The AP Spanish Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products, practices, and perspectives.

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ELECTIVES & ENDORSEMENT COURSES

MARKETING PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS, MARKETING, & FINANCE Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course is an introductory course for careers in Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance. Students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in business, marketing, and finance. Learners are encouraged to learn important leadership skills through membership in DECA, an association of marketing learners.

SPORTS and ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING/ SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING Average pass rule does not apply. 7018Y (7018 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3

7050Y (7050 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Prin of Business, Marketing and Finance Learners will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become an entrepreneur. Learners will learn the principles necessary to begin and operate a business. The primary focus of the course is to help learners understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, determining feasibility of an idea using research, and developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products and services.

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

7601Y (7601 A and B) Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ARTS, AV TECH & COMMUNICATIONS PRINCIPLES OF ARTS, AV TECH AND COMMUNICATIONS 7125Y (7125 A and B) Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

This course is an introductory course for careers in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster. In addition, the course helps provide a creative aptitude, a background in computer and technology applications, an academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION I â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FUZE II Credit: 1

(0.5 credit for Sports & Ent and 0.5 credit for Social Med)

Prerequisite: Prin of Business, Marketing and Finance

This project based course will help learners develop a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and entertainment events. This course encompasses the following topics: basic marketing strategies, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event marketing promotion planning and implementation, sponsorship proposals, distribution of entertainment, development and implementation of sports marketing plans, and event evaluation and management techniques. Learners will also develop and fine tune their presentation and communication skills as they work on special projects with local sports and entertainment organizations. Learners have the opportunity to network with sports industry professionals through special field trips and sports career days. Social Media is designed for the student that is interested in the following industries: fashion, buying/merchandising, banking, hospitality, sports & entertainment, and advertising. Students will learn how to have a competitive edge in business through market planning, pricing, advertising, selling promotion and consumer behavior.

7121Y (7121 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Prerequisites: Prin of Arts, A/V Tech and Comm

Credit: 1

Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities.

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AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION II – FUZE III 7122Y (7122 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Prerequisites: Audio Video Production

YEARBOOK I Credit: 1

Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production activities. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio format or an advanced format, including both audio and video.

PRACTICUM IN AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCTION – FUZE IV 7123Y (7123 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Prerequisites: Audio Video Production II

Credit: 2

This course is designed for those with interest in careers in audio and video technology and film production spanning all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities in a studio environment.

GRAPHIC DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION I

7101Y (7101 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Prin of Arts, A/V Tech and Comm Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

1572Y (1572 A and B) Grades: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None NOTE: Selection to the Yearbook staff is by application and Adviser approval. This class is responsible for the creation of the school yearbook. This rigorous course is deadline heavy and requires a lot of time outside of class, hard work and self-discipline. Learners are responsible for layout, organization, design, photographing events, games and school activities, professional writing, and meeting deadlines set by Jostens Yearbook company.

YEARBOOK II 1573Y (1573 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook I NOTE: Selection to the Yearbook staff is by application and Adviser approval. This class is responsible for the creation of the school yearbook. This rigorous course is deadline heavy and requires a lot of time outside of class, hard work and self-discipline. Learners are responsible for layout, organization, design, photographing events, games and school activities, professional writing, and meeting deadlines set by Jostens Yearbook company

YEARBOOK III

1574Y (1574 A and B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook II NOTE: Selection to the Yearbook staff is by application and Adviser approval. This class is responsible for the creation and editing of the school yearbook. This rigorous course is deadline heavy and requires a lot of time outside of class, hard work and self-discipline. Application required. Learners are responsible for layout, organization, design, photographing events, games and school activities, professional writing, and meeting deadlines set by Jostens Yearbook company.

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH COMPUTER SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE 7200Y (7200 A and B) Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Fundamentals of Computer Science is intended as a first course for those learners beginning the study of computer science. Learners will investigate computing tools that are used every day, and foster creativity and innovation through opportunities to design, implement, and present solutions to real-world problems. Learners will learn the problem-solving and reasoning skills that are the foundation of computer science. Learners will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results.

ÂŽAP COMPUTER SCIENCE 7203Y (7203 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I and Fundamentals of Computer Science (Programming Language: Java) This class will provide you the elements of computer hardware and software and their roles in a computer system at an AP level. You will gain an understanding of the concept of an algorithm (a step-by-step sequence of instructions) and be able to implement algorithms using ifelse statement and loops. You will learn the key OOP (ObjectOriented Programming) concepts: classes and objects, inheritance and event-driven computations. You will also learn common sorting and searching algorithms: Sequential Search and Binary Search, and Selection Sort, Insertion Sort and Mergesort, one- and twodimensional arrays, ArrayLists and many more. All of the above allow you to acquire skills in designing software solutions to problems from various application areas. This course will also prepare you to take the AP Computer Science exam in May. Please note that this AP curriculum is taught at a college level.

FINE ARTS

GAME PROGRAMMING AND DESIGN 7290Y 7290 A and B) Grades: 10-12

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT 7292Y 7292 A and B) Grades: 11-12

Level: 3

ART I 6336Y (6336 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Art I is an introductory studio course providing learners with experience in a variety of media. This course provides learners with a foundation in drawing, 2-D and 3-D design, painting, printmaking, and ceramics. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Learners will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework.

Credit: 1

Mobile Application Development will foster learners' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and deliver meaningful projects using mobile computing devices. Through data analysis, students will identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use software development concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to program mobile devices. By using software design knowledge and skills that support the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, learners will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results. Learners will gain an understanding of the principles of mobile application development through the study of development platforms, programming languages, and software design standards.

DIGITAL ARTS & MEDIA 6322Y (6322 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Level: 3

Credit: 1

Digital Arts fulfills the Fine Art graduation requirement. Learners will design original artwork primarily in the digital format. Art will also be created traditionally (drawing, painting, mixed media, etc.) and will emphasize the elements and principles of design. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, independent research, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Learners establish a deeper understanding of the Adobe Suite software: Photoshop, Premier Pro, and Illustrator. The learners will learn how the programs can be used creatively to support projects in other classes.

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ELECTIVES LEARNER LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

8100Y (8100 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Interview and Learner Council Sponsor’s approval

ELECTIVES (LOCAL CREDIT) OFFICE/TEACHER AIDE Office Aide Teacher Aide Grade: 11-12

8101Y (8101 A and B) 8115Y (8115 A and B) Level: N/A Credit: 1 Local

The Learner Leadership Council (LLC) is a group of learners who represent the learner body of New Tech High @ Coppell in making and leading innovative decisions towards furthering our school’s development and improvement. We strive to provide all learners with an outlet to voice their thoughts, concerns, opinions and creativity through a council who will brainstorm and implement important ideas for our school culture. If you would like to be a part of the LLC at NTH@C, we hold an application process during the spring of every school year for the following year. To complete the application process you have to submit an application to the LLC facilitators. We will hold interviews for each application submitted.

This course requires a learner to be in good standing with attendance and discipline. The learner must be self-motivated, responsible, and trustworthy. Responsibilities include delivering passes, sorting mail, alphabetizing and sorting various materials, delivering packages, etc. Aides are expected to stay in their assigned areas. Aides will also serve as tour guides to new learners.

NETWORKING TEAM CAPTAIN

Learners will be responsible for checking in/out cameras, tripods, and spare laptops via the Destiny website. They will also replace toner cartridges, refill paper trays on Dell printers, set up speakers and mic for special events, assist in setting up the big projector screen, provide facilitators with video/audio cables and projector remotes, assign time slots for students to meet with the PC support tech, assist students with minor troubleshooting of laptops, and re-image laptops as directed by the PC support tech.

8200Y (8200 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Interview and Networking Team Captain Sponsor’s approval Networking Team Captains (NTC) is a leadership based course that is comprised of learners who are dedicated to building culture and unity at NTH@C. The main responsibilities include planning and implementing Wednesday Networking activities, school-wide Wonderful Wednesdays and other service projects at NTH@C. These learners are an intricate part of the NTH@C culture and strive to ensure a strong “family feel” within our school. Learners are selected for the course through an application process in the spring.

TECH FORCE

7208Y (7208 A and B) Grade: 11-12

Level: N/A

Credit: 1 Local

PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE – TEAM SPORTS/PERSONAL FITNESS 5000Y (5000 A and 5005 B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Extends and reinforces the development of skills, increases knowledge, and builds positive attitudes in team sports. Selections may include the following sports or a combination of the following: basketball, flag football, softball, volleyball, team handball, soccer, flicker ball. Physical fitness will also be included.

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FINE ARTS – BAND – CHS Bands are by audition only. Learners receive an additional .5 credit for PE in the Fall Semester

CONCERT BAND I (4th BAND) – SKINNY PERIOD Music I Band 6741Y (6741 A and B) Music II Band 6742Y (6742 A and B) Music III Band 6743Y (6743 A and B) Music IV Band 6744Y (6744 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None This class places strong emphasis on the fundamental technical and musical abilities of its learners so that they will be able to perform the marching show music as well as their solo and All-State music. The second semester the concert band becomes one of the five concert bands of the overall instrumental music program.

CONCERT BAND II (5th BAND)-SKINNY PERIOD

Music I Band 6751Y (6751 A and B) Music II Band 6752Y (6752 A and B) Music III Band 6753Y (6753 A and B) Music IV Band 6754Y (6754 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None This class places strong emphasis on the fundamental technical and musical abilities of its learners so that they will be able to perform the marching show music as well as their solo and All-State music. The second semester the concert band becomes one of the five concert bands of the overall instrumental music program.

CONCERT BAND III (6th BAND) – SKINNY PERIOD Music I Band 6761Y (6761 A and B) Music II Band 6762Y (6762 A and B) Music III Band 6763Y (6763 A and B) Music IV Band 6764Y (6764 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None

SYMPHONIC BAND I (2nd Band) - DOUBLE BLOCKED WITH INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE ONLY

Music I Band 6721Y (6721 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble I 6726Y (6726 A and B) Music II Band 6722Y (6722 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble II 6727Y (6727 A and B) Music III Band 6723Y (6723 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble III 6728Y (6728 A and B) Music IV Band 6724Y (6724 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble IV 6729Y (6729 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None The Symphonic Bands are a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. Learners are evaluated on their musical growth throughout the first semester. Learners are placed in one of the five bands in the spring. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of all ensembles and band classes.

SYMPHONIC BAND II (3rd Band) - DOUBLE BLOCKED WITH INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE ONLY Music I Band 6731Y (6721 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble I 6736Y (6736 A and B) Music II Band 6732Y (6722 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble II 6737Y (6737 A and B) Music III Band 6733Y (6723 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble III 6738Y (6738 A and B) Music IV Band 6734Y (6724 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble IV 6739Y (6739 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None The Symphonic Bands are a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. Learners are evaluated on their musical growth throughout the first semester. Learners are placed in one of the five bands in the spring. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of all ensembles and band classes.

This class places strong emphasis on the fundamental technical and musical abilities of its learners so that they will be able to perform the marching show music as well as their solo and All-State music. The second semester the concert band becomes one of the five concert bands of the overall instrumental music program.

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WIND ENSEMBLE DOUBLE BLOCKED WITH INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE ONLY

Music I Band 6711Y (6711 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble I 6716 Y (6716 A and B) Music II Band 6712Y (6712 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble II 6717Y (6717 A and B) Music III Band 6713Y (6713 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble III 6718Y (6718 A and B) Music IV Band 6714Y (6714 A and B) AND Instrumental Ensemble IV 6719Y (6719 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None The Wind Ensemble is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. This class places strong emphasis on the technical and musical abilities of its learners so that they will be able to perform literature appropriate to the musical ability of the learners within this ensemble. Musical analysis and individual performance are also strongly emphasized to exhibit proper musical techniques that are necessary for the Wind Ensemble. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of the ensemble.

PERCUSSION

Music I Band 6771Y (6771 A and B) Music II Band 6772Y (6772 A and B) Music III Band 6773Y (6773 A and B) Music IV Band 6774Y (6774 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: audition and knowledge of percussion fundamentals Course Fees and Materials: None The Percussion program is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. This class places strong emphasis on the technical and musical abilities of its learners so that they will be able to perform literature appropriate to the musical ability of the learners within this ensemble. Musical analysis and individual performance are also strongly emphasized to exhibit proper musical techniques that are necessary for the Percussion program. The study and practice of AllState music and solo literature is a requirement of the ensemble.

COLORGUARD/WINTERGUARD

Music I Band 6701Y (6701 A and B) Music II Band 6702Y (6702 A and B) Music III Band 6703Y (6703 A and B) Music IV Band 6704Y (6704 A and B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Learners receive an additional .5 credit for PE in the Fall Semester Prerequisite: audition and knowledge of color guard fundamentals Course Fees and Materials: None Colorguard/Winterguard is a dramatic and colorful “ballet” incorporating props, rifles, flags, and sabers. It interprets recorded music and is designed to move forms around the floor to create artistic and expressive efforts. The Colorguard performs with the Marching Band during the fall, and on its own as the Winterguard in the Spring. Colorguard is a year-long course.

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FINE ARTS – CHOIR – CHS All NTH@C Learners are welcome to join choir regardless of prior musical experience at any time during high school! Learners new to choir are encouraged to set up an orientation meeting with one of the CHS Choir Directors prior to the end of this current school year, but should register for CHORALE MIXED CHOIR. All choir members are able to audition for outside of the school day ensembles (Madrigals, Respira, Vivace! etc.). Auditioned Choirs – Learners may sign up for any of the Auditioned Choirs below but will be placed at the discretion of the CHS Choir Directors in consultation with Counselors. Any 10th-12thth Grade Learners not currently in choir may be selected for auditioned ensembles once they have met with a CHS Choir Director. Learners should select the course they would like to register for with the Level based on how many years they have been in choir. For example, a third year choir member should register for Level 3 and a learner new to choir should register for Level 1.

FRESHMEN WOMEN’S CHOIR (Non-Auditioned) NONDOUBLE BLOCKED COURSE

Music Choir I 6801Y (6801 A and B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None Female voices only. This course provides instruction in the care, development, and management of the voice. In addition, it provides emphasis on the development of music-reading skills and vocal techniques. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Participation in all choral performances required. http://goo.gl/wpCVx

FRESHMEN MEN’S CHOIR (Non-Auditioned) NONDOUBLE BLOCKED COURSE Music I Choir 6802Y (6802 A and B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None Male Voices only. This course provides instruction in the care, development, and management of the voice. In addition, it provides emphasis on the development of music-reading skills and vocal techniques. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Participation in all choral performances required. http://goo.gl/CJclg

CHORALE MIXED CHOIR (Non-Auditioned) NONDOUBLE BLOCKED COURSE

Music I Choir 6803Y (6803 A and B) Music II Choir 6804Y (6804 A and B) Music III Choir 6805Y (6805 A and B) Music IV Choir 6806Y (6806 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees and Materials: None This course provides instruction in the care, development, and management of the voice. In addition, it provides emphasis on the development of music-reading skills and vocal techniques. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Participation in all choral performances required.

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KANTOREI TREBLE CHOIR (Auditioned) NONDOUBLE BLOCKED COURSE

Music I Choir 6807Y (6807 A and B) Music II Choir 6808Y (6808 A and B) Music III Choir 6809Y (6809 A and B) Music IV Choir 6810Y (6810 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: auditions in spring Course Fees and Materials: None Female voices only. An auditioned Treble Choir is a course which develops mastery of vocal skills and techniques used in performing more challenging treble choir music from various periods and styles. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Private voice lessons strongly encouraged. Participation in all performances required.

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A CAPPELLA MIXED CHOIR (Auditioned) DOUBLE BLOCKED COURSE Music I Choir 6812Y (6812 A and B) AND Vocal Ensemble I 6816Y (6816 A and B) Music II Choir 6813Y (6813 A and B) AND Vocal Ensemble II 6817Y (6817 A and B) Music III Choir 6814Y (6814 A and B) AND Vocal Ensemble III 6818Y (6818 A and B) Music IV Choir 6815Y (6815 A and B) AND Vocal Ensemble IV 6819Y (6819 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: auditions in spring; previous choral experience Course Fees and Materials: None This A Cappella Choir is the premiere mixed choral ensemble at NTH@C. Madrigal Singers will rehearse during the A Cappella Choir class and will have additional after school rehearsals. Focus is devoted to mastery of vocal skills and techniques used in performing more challenging mixed choir music from various periods and styles. Performance: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Private voice lessons strongly encouraged. Participation in all performances required. Participation in the TMEA All-State Choir Contest and the UIL Solo and Ensemble is required. Attending an All-State Choir Camp during the summer is encouraged. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKcVMpvdzJE

APPLIED MUSIC - CHOIR Applied Music I-Choir 6850Y (6850 A & B) Applied Music II-Choir 6851Y (6851 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1.0 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on experiential music perception and listening skills.

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FINE ARTS - THEATRE ARTS – CHS TAKE ONE Theatre Arts I 6501Y (6501 A and B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Freshman Auditioned This audition only class is built to offer the serious incoming freshmen learner the opportunity to build upon the foundation they have established in Theatre prior to entering High School. The course will be taught at an advanced pace and focus on higher-level application of acting and directing principles. Work will include the production of a class play, competition monologues and scene work, film, television and radio creations. Learners will also finish the class equipped with an understanding and competency in the use of many technical elements of theatre used at the high school level. Learners are required to attend CHS Theatre productions and perform in or tech their class play. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

SPOTLIGHT Theatre Arts I Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

6511Y (6511 A and B) Level: 2 Credit: 1

This course offers basics in Theatre skills such as acting, choreography, characterization, directing, historical significance of a play, costuming, some technical theatre, and common Theatre vocabulary. Learners are required to attend one CHS production per semester. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

BROADWAY BOUND Theatre Arts II 6521Y (6521 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spotlight: Theatre I or Take One: Theatre I and facilitator approval

FAME I Musical Theatre II 6586Y (6586 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spotlight: Theatre I or Take One: Theatre I or 1 year of Choir Course Fees and Materials: Learners will be required to purchase their own tap, jazz and ballet shoes Do you love musical theatre? Would you like to learn how to sing, act and dance? Then this course is for you!! No prior talent in these areas is required. Learners will be taught all three disciplines while putting together their own show to be performed in the Spring. The course will enhance and cultivate the creative gifts of each learner while encouraging a sense of self-confidence. The course will enable learners to study and perform the varied styles of musical theatre with special attention to the principals of stage movement, stage vocal technique, stage choreography, acting, characterization, and all other aspects of a music production. Learners will be required to participate in their own class production which will include some after school rehearsals. Learners will also be required to either participate in or attend the school musical in the Fall. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

FAME II: MUSICAL THEATRE III

Musical Theatre III 6587Y (6587 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Fame I: Musical Theatre II Course Fees and Materials: Learners will be required to purchase their own tap, jazz and ballet shoes Loved Fame so much you’d like to take it again? Then Fame II is for you!! This class will focus on more advanced styles of dance, music and acting. Learners will study the history of musical theatre and explore what goes in to making a musical. Learners will be required to participate in their own class production which will include some after school rehearsals. Learners will also be required to either participate in or attend the school musical in the Fall.

Learners entering this course have completed either Take One or Spotlight and been approved by the Instructor. This tier of courses develops proficiency in acting by promoting an understanding of the methods, principles, practices and vocabulary common for all acting styles from Greek through Shakespeare to modern texts. The learners will study monologues and scenes from a variety of historical periods and acting styles. Learners will learn the processes used to research a character historically. Learners will study appropriate stage diction and learn to project their voices in all spaces and with a wide range of characters. Learners will study mime, movement, and stage combat to prepare their bodies for the challenges of creating physical characters. The courses will require that the learners transfer knowledge from one acting style to another. The courses will challenge the learners to develop and use a process of character development and discover their creative processes. This course emphasizes the complexity and thoroughness required to become a successful performer. Learners are required to attend all CHS productions each semester and participate in their own class play.

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STUDIO PREMIER

Theatre III 6531Y (6531 A and B) Theatre IV 6541Y (6541 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Auditioned Class/Theatre II; Facilitator Approval This audition only class is an advanced class aimed at preparing learners for the next level and will be limited to a select group of upperclassmen that have demonstrated a serious interest and dedication to the performing arts. The class curriculum will center around the needs of each learner in preparing them for entry into college or gaining an agent once they have graduated. Seniors will be required to audition for the North Texas Drama Auditions in the Fall and perform a One Man/Woman Show in the Spring. Juniors will continue studying different acting techniques to include acting in front of a camera (television and film) along with some voice over work. Learners will be required to attend all school plays.

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TECHNICAL THEATRE I Technical Theatre I Grade: 10-12 Prerequisite: None

6551Y (6551 A and B) Level: 2 Credit: 1

This course teaches basic technical skills of the Theatre such as set construction, sound and light skills, and production. Construction requires the use of power tools such as saws and drills. Therefore, learners must provide safety glasses and ear plugs for this class. Learners are required to work on school plays and fulfill a certain number of hours of work per 6 weeks after school on said plays. Learners are also required to see one NTH@C production per semester. Each class period is limited to 18 learners.

TECHNICAL THEATRE and DESIGN II Technical Theatre II

6561Y (6561 A and B)

Technical Theatre III

6571Y (6571 A and B)

TECHNICAL THEATRE and DESIGN III

TECHNICAL THEATRE and DESIGN IV

Technical Theatre IV 6581Y (6581 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Technical Theatre I and CHS Facilitator Approval Technical Theatre and Design will focus on designing and creating the sets, lights, props, costumes, and sound for the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s productions. The learner will develop a variety of intensive skills to create designs that, while focusing on the theatrical event, also cross into film, multi-media, and other artistic fields. Learners learn the processes required to move a design from the theoretical to the actualized. Their own development as practitioners take place in relation to understandings gained about production processes and the contributions made by, for instance, dramaturges, artists, performers, and producers. Learners are required to see the shows that are produced by the theatre department. Learners are also required to work on school plays and fulfill a certain number of work hours per 6 weeks after school on said plays. Learners are also required to attend all NTH@C productions per semester.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION – CHS The Texas Administrative Code lists physical activities which may be awarded as PE substitutions. These activities are not State Board of Education-approved courses and do not have TEKS. These activities are as follows: Silver Stars (fall/spring semesters) Lariettes (fall semester only) Cheerleading (fall/spring semesters) Athletics (fall/spring semesters) Band (fall semester only) Upon completion of each semester’s participation in one of these activities, the learner may be awarded a PE equivalency credit as needed for graduation.

JV DRILL TEAM (SILVER STARS) 5241Y (5241 A and B) Grade: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Audition in the previous spring. Previous dance experience encouraged. Course Fees and Materials: None This class is designed as a preparation for drill team. The team meets during a period within the school day as well as during the summer. Performances are part of the graded curriculum. Learners will receive PE credit for this class.

DRILL TEAM OFFICERS II (Second time taken earns local credit)

5251Y (5251 A and B) Grade: 12 Level: local credit Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval

Credit: 0.5-1

This class earns local credit.

CHEERLEADING

5238Y (5238 A and B) 5239Y (5239 A and B) 5240Y (5240 A and B)

JV-9th JV-10th Varsity-11th 5247Y (5247 A and B) Varsity-12th Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Tryout; Instructor approval Course Fees and Materials: None Cheerleaders meet during a period within the school day. Additional practice time outside the school day and during summer will be required. Guidelines relative to participation are available at tryout time.

VARSITY DRILL TEAM (LARIETTES)

1st Year: 5242Y (5242 A and B) nd 2 Year: 5243Y (5243 A and B) 3rd Year: 5244Y (5244 A and B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: One audition in spring. Previous dance experience encouraged. Course Fees and Materials: None The Lariettes Drill Team meets during a period within the school day as well as before school and during the summer. Specific guidelines to qualify are available at the time of tryouts. This class is a Fine Arts Credit.

DRILL TEAM OFFICERS

5245Y (5245 A and B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval

Credit: 0.5-1

This class is a state Fine Arts credit for the first year of Drill Team Officer.

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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHS Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Interest, ability and coach approval Course Fees and Materials: None The following sports are offered as competitive athletics and are governed by the rules and regulations of the UIL and local CISD policies. Athletics may count in lieu of PE as required for graduation. Some sports (football, tennis and cross country) require participation to begin prior to the first day of school. The learner is responsible for contacting the coach for the beginning dates of these sports.

5204Y (5204 A and B) 9th Baseball 5205Y (5205 A and B) JV/V Baseball 5206Y (5206 A and B) 9th Boys Basketball 5207Y (5207 A and B) 9th Girls Basketball 5208Y (5208 A and B) JV/V Boys Basketball 5209Y (5209 A and B) JV/V Girls Basketball 5210Y (5210 A and B) Cross Country 5211Y (5211 A and B) 9th Football 5213Y (5213 A and B) JV/V Football ** 5214Y (5214 A and B) Boys Golf 5215Y (5215 A and B) Girls Golf 5216Y (5216 A and B) 9th Boys Soccer 5217Y (5217 A and B) 9th Girls Soccer 5218Y (5218 A and B) JV/V Boys Soccer 5219Y (5219 A and B) JV/V Girls Soccer 5220Y (5220 A and B) JV/JV2 Softball 5221Y (5221 A and B) V Softball 5222Y (5222 A and B) Swimming-Diving 5223Y (5223 A and B) JV Swimming 5224Y (5224 A and B) V Swimming 5225Y (5225 A and B) Freshman Tennis 5226Y (5226 A and B) Tennis JV2 5227Y (5227 A and B) JV1 Tennis 5229Y (5229 A and B) V Tennis 5230-09/5231-09 Boys Track Fall/Spring 5230-10/5231-10 Boys Track Fall/Spring 5230-11/5231-11 Boys Track Fall/Spring 5230-12/5231-12 Boys Track Fall/Spring 5233-09/5232-09 Girls Track Fall/Spring 5233-10/5232-10 Girls Track Fall/Spring 5233-11/5232-11 Girls Track Fall/Spring 5233-12/5232-12 Girls Track Fall/Spring 5233Y-09 (5233 A and B) 9th Volleyball 5234Y (5234 A and B) JV/V Volleyball 5246Y (5246 A and B) 9th Boys Wrestling 5235Y (5235 A and B) JV Boys Wrestling 5236Y (5236 A and B) V Boys Wrestling 5237Y (5237 A and B) Girls Wrestling

** Seniors will be in football ONLY in the Fall semester and must choose a Spring semester elective course that is NOT football. OFF CAMPUS P.E.

Category I Olympic level participation 5001Y (5001 A and B)1st Period 5008Y (5008 A and B)8th Period Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Approval Required Course Fees and Materials: $75/semester or $150/year due at schedule pick-up in August Category II Highly intense, competitive performance outside the regular school day 5008Y (5008 A and B) 8th Period Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Approval Required Course Fees and Materials: $75/semester or $150/year due at schedule pick-up in August Guidelines and applications may be found on the NTH@C website under Academics/Off Campus PE. Application and payment are to be completed online. Confirmation of application competition needs to be brought to your registration conference. The learner will be responsible for returning to NTH@C the grade evaluation form completed by the course instructor one week prior to the end of the current grading period. Application:

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ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAMS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHS

SPORTS MEDICINE I 5610Y (5610 A and B) Grades: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Application, References and interview due by March 1. This class requires working practice either before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some weekends and holidays). This course actually starts in the first week of August before the football, volleyball, and cross country teams meet. August practice sessions are mandatory Sports Medicine does not count for PE credit. This class will serve as an introduction for learners that have an interest in athletic training, sports medicine or physical therapy. Learners are required to apply skills learned in class while participating as a member of the Sports Medicine learner staff at different sporting events and practices. Some of the topics covered will be an overview of the profession of athletic training, basic anatomy and basic exercise physiology, injury recognition and prevention and rehabilitation, protective taping and bracing and CPR/First Aid. Learners will have an opportunity to practice all skills through practical laboratory sessions. Application:

ATHLETIC TRAINER JV/V 5202Y-10 (5202 A and B) 5202Y-11 5202Y-12 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Completion of Sports Medicine Course and CHS Athletic Trainer Approval This is a course for learners that are interested in a career in Sports Medicine or Physical Therapy. Grading for this class is based on attending required practices either 2 hours before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some week-ends and/or holidays). Learners will provide leadership in maintaining the training room, scheduling, and peer mentoring to underclassmen in the Sports Medicine program. They will be expected to master advanced competencies of Athletic Training. This course meets the requirements for PE.

https://sites.google.com/a/g.coppellisd.com/coppellsports-medicine/forms SPORTS MEDICINE II 5611Y (5611 A and B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Prerequisites: Sports Medicine I

Credit: 1

This class requires working practice either before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some weekends and holidays). This course actually starts in the first week of August before the football, volleyball, and cross country teams meet. August practice sessions are mandatory Sports Medicine II is a course for second year sports medicine learners. Learners will participate in practices and games as part of the sports medicine learner staff.

SPORTS MEDICINE III 5612Y (5612 A and B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Prerequisites: Sports Medicine II

Credit: 1

This class requires working practice either before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some weekends and holidays). This course actually starts in the first week of August before the football, volleyball, and cross country teams meet. August practice sessions are mandatory Sports Medicine III is a course for third year sports medicine learners. Learners will participate in practices and games as part of the sports medicine learner staff.

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