2016-2017 Course Guide - Raymore

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Raymore-Peculiar High School z Career and Education Planning Guide z 2016-2017
Career & Educational Planning Guide
2016-2017
P.O. Box 789, Peculiar, MO 64078
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Panthers
Steven Miller, Principal
Raymore-Peculiar High School, PO Box 789, Peculiar, MO 64078
Dear Parents and Students:
This career and educational planning guide contains a wealth of information
to assist in organizing and implementing a plan for your high school career and
beyond. The career cluster information offers a range of possible careers for each
student to consider. Parents can use the career cluster information to discuss
career opportunities with their children.
Student course selection is extremely important. Schedule changes can be
very difficult and/or denied; therefore, students and parents should carefully
consider course selections to ensure the most appropriate choices for students.
Please refer to the information outlining post-secondary requirements and expectations to guide course decisions. Regardless of the post-secondary path a student chooses, a rigorous course of study will be necessary to prepare the student
for the challenges he/she will face after high school. The teachers, counselors,
and administration are available to assist students and parents as they make
course decisions. Please do not hesitate to ask for this assistance.
Sincerely,
Raymore-Peculiar Secondary Administration
Table of Contents
The Career & Educational Planning Guide is available on-line:
http://www.raypec.k12.mo.us
General Information
Letter of Introduction .............................................................................................. 2
Mission, Philosophy & Vision ................................................................................. 4
ACT Dates ............................................................................................................. 4
Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................................. 5
Notice of Nondiscrimination ................................................................................... 5
Graduation Requirements
High School Requirements .................................................................................... 6
Minimum Post-High School Admissions Requirements ......................................... 7
Activities/Athletic Eligibility
Clubs & Organizations ........................................................................................... 8
Missouri State High School Activities Association Eligibility ................................... 8
National Collegiate Athletic Association Eligibility Center Reference Sheet ........ 10
High School Special Programs
A+ Schools Program ............................................................................................ 13
AP/Dual Credit Courses Available........................................................................ 14
Academic Seminar Advanced Courses ................................................................ 14
Additional Resources for High School and College Credit .................................. 15
Weighted Grades & Weighted Classes ............................................................... 15
Career Planning
International Baccalaureate ................................................................................. 16
Career Planning Common Language .................................................................. 17
Career Preparation, Choices After High School .................................................. 18
Career Paths & Clusters . .................................................................................... 20
Program of Study Templates by Cluster .............................................................. 21
Course Descriptions
Course Descriptions by Department .................................................................... 37
Cass Career Center ............................................................................................. 69
Summit Technology Academy .............................................................................. 72
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The purpose of Raymore-Peculiar High School is to provide a safe, caring, and dynamic learning environment where all
students are prepared to be responsible, productive, self-sufficient citizens.
RPHS VISION STATEMENT
Turning Today’s Learners into Tomorrow’s Leaders
RPHS MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of Raymore-Peculiar High School to prepare ALL students for a successful
and meaningful life in a global society by providing them with opportunities to nurture their
own unique abilities and to empower them with life-long learning skills so as to be
responsible, productive citizens.
www.actstudent.org
ACT Test Dates
September 10, 2016
October 22, 2016
December 10, 2016
February 11, 2017
April 8, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions………
What happens if I fail a semester of a required full year (2 semester) course?
It depends on the course failed and which semester it was. If it was a first semester Algebra, Geometry or
Algebra II course, then the student would be placed back into a first semester equivalent class during the second
semester. In other subjects, options include: summer school, credit for completion, A-plus learning systems
credit recovery or repeating the course during the next year of high school.
May I get extra credit through summer school or correspondent courses?
Yes. Please refer to board policies pertaining to this.
What happens if I withdraw from a class before the end of the semester?
You will receive an "F" on your transcript.
May I change my schedule at semester if I don’t like a class I am taking?
No, unless it is for reasons listed in the student handbook.
What is the number of credits needed to graduate from high school?
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Do any classes which I took in middle school count toward high school credit?
Students who pass 8th grade Algebra 8 will be eligible to earn course credit (1 credit per course) towards high
school graduation. Students who are in the class of 2019 and beyond with no grade lower than a C- in Spanish
I(taken in 8th grade) will be eligible to earn course credit(1 credit) toward high school graduation. Math credit will
be awarded after a student successfully completes 3 math credits in grades 9-12. Spanish credit will be
awarded after a student successfully completes 2 foreign language credits in grades 9-12. Beginning with the
class of 2020, French I credit may also be earned in the same way.
Can I earn college credit while in high school?
Yes, students have the opportunity to enroll in several dual-credit classes or certain scores on AP exams could
earn students college credit.
How do I join a club?
Please see our Activities director or Activities secretary for contact information of the club sponsor.
What is Dual Enrollment?
Broadly defined as any situation in which an individual is concurrently enrolled at both a secondary (high school)
and post-secondary (college or university) institution. However, the term is frequently used to distinguish from
dual credit courses and used to identify situations in which a high school student enrolls in a college course for
college credit only. Applications and more information is available in the counseling office.
What is Dual Credit?
A dual credit course is a college course taken by a high school student for which the student is awarded both
college and high school credit.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), Title IX of the Educational
Amendments of 1972, P.L. 93-112, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the regulations there under, it is the policy of Raymore-Peculiar R-II
School District that no person shall, because of age, sex, race, disability, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or subjected to
discrimination under any education program or activity of the District, including the employment of staff personnel.
Written district policies concerning the rights and responsibilities of employees and students are available for inspection at the administrative office of the district.
Inquiries by persons about their protection against discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title IX, Title VI, or PL 93-112 and section 504 may be
directed in writing or by telephone to:
Director of Human Resources - Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District
21005 S. School Road, Peculiar, MO 64078
816-892-1300 FAX: 816 892-1380
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RAYMORE-PECULIAR HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
3 units
(Recommended to include 1 unit Algebra I and 1 unit Geometry and 1 unit of Algebra II)
3 units
(Must include 1 unit Biology I or Adv. Biology I and 1 unit of a physical science
(such as Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science)
*There may be circumstances that would require exceptions to the above graduation requirements.
Any exceptions would require approval of the school administration.
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Minimum Post-High School
Admissions Requirements
Apprenticeship
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GETTING INVOLVED
To get the most out of school, decide to be involved. The more you are involved in activities,
the better your grades and performance will be. Activities and academics equal excellence in
education.
INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS
Sports are part and parcel of every school
curriculum because we realize that the ancient
goal of a healthy mind in a healthy body is no
fantasy, but a realistic and attainable goal. The
playing fields of today have a place for strength,
it is true, but as anyone who has ever taken
time to find out knows, and knows well, they
have no place for mindless strength. Sports,
as they are practiced in our school, require
quick, intelligent minds as well as healthy,
trained, and conditioned bodies.
Therefore, it is the philosophy of RaymorePeculiar High School to encourage each of you
to participate in a variety of activities and not
limit yourselves in your potential growth and
learning experiences.
Classification and Conference Members
For the 2016-2017 school year, we will be
competing in the Suburban Gold Division
Conference.
Scholastic Eligibility
In order to enjoy the privilege of participating in
interscholastic activities, you must meet
academic standards established by the Missouri
State High School Activities Association
(MSHSAA) and the Ray-Pec School District.
Semester Eligibility
You must have attempted and passed a
minimum of six classes (3 credits) the previous
term to be eligible for the current term.
To Participate in Athletics
If you want to participate in athletics at RaymorePeculiar High School you must have the following
forms (turned in to the coach or Activities
Director) prior to practicing:
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Physical Exam (yearly)
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Athletic Insurance
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Consent form signed by parent/
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Catastrophic Insurance Fee
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Student Activities handbook
MSHSAA Sponsored Athletics/Activities
Offered at RPHS
Fall Season
Boys/Girls Cross Country
Football
Girls Softball
Boys Soccer
Volleyball
Girls Tennis
Girls Golf
Boys Swimming
Winter Season
Boys/Girls Basketball
Girls Swimming
Wrestling
Spring Season
Baseball
Boys Golf
Girls Soccer
Boys Tennis
Boys/Girls Track
Year Long Activities
Cheerleading
Forensics
Instrumental Music
Dance Team
Vocal Music
CLUBS AND SCHOOL
SPONSORED ACTIVITIES
Why become involved in activities
anyway? They build self-respect, selfesteem, self-confidence and the value
of teamwork.
The following clubs and activities will be
offered during the 2016-2017 school
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Art Club
Online Book Club
DECA
Drama Club
FBLA
FCCLA
International Club
National Honor Society
Red Cross Club
Robotics Club
Scholar Bowl
Student Senate
Industrial Tech
Bowling
Trap Shooting
National Forensics League
Student Athletic Trainers
Special Olympics
No Place FOR Hate
GSA
Peer Mediators
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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Requirements
Core Courses: (16)
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Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016:
o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:
o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).

Ten (10) core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven (7) of the 10 must be in English,
math or natural/physical science.
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These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot be repeated for
grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibility requirements for competition).
o Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still be eligible to receive athletics
aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment by meeting academic redshirt requirements (see below).
Test Scores: (ACT/SAT)
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Students must present a corresponding test score and core-course GPA on the sliding scale (see Page No. 2).
o SAT: critical reading and math sections.

Best subscore from each section is used to determine the SAT combined score for initial eligibility.
o ACT: English, math, reading and science sections.

Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score for initial eligibility.
All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may be used for initial eligibility.
Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reports your score
directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts will not be used.
Core Grade-Point Average:
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Only core courses that appear on the high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's
website (www.eligibilitycenter.org) will be used to calculate your core-course GPA. Use this list as a guide.
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016:
o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course
GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale A (see Page No. 2).
o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet subject-area requirements.
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:
o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course
GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).
o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet both progression (10 before
seventh semester; seven in English, math or science; "locked in") and subject-area requirements.
DIVISION I
Core-Course Requirement (16)
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years of natural/physical science
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year of additional English, math or
natural/physical science
years of social science
years of additional courses (any
area above, foreign language or
comparative religion/philosophy)
DIVISION I – 2016
Qualifier Requirements
*Athletics aid, practice, and competition
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o Ten (10) core courses
completed before the start of
seventh semester. Seven (7) of
the 10 must be in English, math
or natural/physical science.

"Locked in" for core-course
GPA calculation.
x Corresponding test score (ACT
sum score or SAT combined
score) and core-course GPA
(minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale
B (see Page No. 2).
x Graduate from high school.
DIVISION I – 2016
Academic Redshirt Requirements
*Athletics aid and practice (no competition)
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16 core courses
o No grades/credits "locked in"
(repeated courses after the
seventh semester begins may
be used for initial eligibility).
Corresponding test score (ACT
sum score or SAT combined
score) and core-course GPA
(minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale
B (see Page No. 2).
Graduate from high school.
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Sliding Scale A
Use for Division I prior to August 1, 2016
NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE
Core GPA
SAT
ACT Sum
Sliding Scale B
Use for Division I beginning August 1, 2016
NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE
Core GPA
Verbal and Math ONLY
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For more information, visit www.eligibilitycenter.org or www.2point3.org.
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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Division II Initial-Eligibility Requirements
Core Courses
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Division II currently requires 16 core courses. See the chart below.
Beginning August 1, 2018, to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-bound
student-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement.
Test Scores
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Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.
Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course
grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this
sheet.
The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The
writing section of the SAT is not used.
The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English,
mathematics, reading and science.
When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to
ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center
from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.
Grade-Point Average
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Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website
(www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's approved List of NCAA
Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.
The current Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000. Division II core GPA
required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.200 (corresponding testscore requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
The minimum Division II core GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice as a partial
qualifier on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.000 (corresponding test-score requirements are listed
on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
Remember, the NCAA core GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.
DIVISION II
16 Core Courses
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years of mathematics (Algebra I
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mathematics or natural/physical
science.
years of social science.
years of additional courses (from
any area above, foreign language
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religion/philosophy).
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DIVISION II
COMPETITION SLIDING SCALE
DIVISION II
PARTIAL QUALIFIER SLIDING SCALE
Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018
Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018
Core GPA
SAT
ACT Sum
Core GPA
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For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.eligibilitycenter.org.
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The Outstanding Schools Act of 1993 established within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education the “A+ Schools
Program” to be administered by the commissioner of education. Raymore-Peculiar began the A+ Program in 1997. The first A+
graduates were in the class of 2000.
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To be eligible for the financial incentives of the A+ Schools Program, a student must be certified as an A+ student by the high
school. To qualify, the student must meet the following criteria:
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Enter into a written agreement with the high school prior to graduation and have attended
an A+ designated school for at least three consecutive years.
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Graduate from high school with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a
4.0 non-weighted scale.
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Graduate with at least a 95% cumulative attendance record.
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Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring of younger students through a schoolsponsored program.
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Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoidance of the unlawful use of drugs and
alcohol.
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Complete the FAFSA. (http://www.fafsa.gov/)
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Students must score proficient or above on Algebra I EOC exam or Geometry EOC exam or Algebra II EOC exam
or a qualifying score on the COMPASS or the ACT.
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Students are encouraged to enroll in the program early in their freshman year.
An A+ Letter of Intent must be completed with all appropriate signatures and returned by
the deadlines set.
Anyone requesting A+ Incentives after the beginning of his/her sophomore year must meet
all criteria dating back to
the beginning of his/her freshman year.
Seniors must complete all requirements prior to graduation.
A student may transfer from one A+ designated school to another and maintain A+
eligibility.
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Qualified A+ graduates will be eligible to receive:
Tuition(up to $159.75 per credit hour) and general fees to attend any Missouri public community college, vocational
or technical school within forty-eight months after graduation from high school.
Students must be working towards a degree or certificate and be a full-time student.
The benefit is good for up to 105% of the hours for the program in which the student is enrolled.
Funding each year is dependent on appropriations from the state legislature.
***Please consult the RPHS A+ website (http://raypeccounselingoffice.weebly.com/a-program.html)
or handbook (available in the A+ office) for more specific information about eligibility and procedures.
Local community colleges/technical schools that accept A+ students
Metropolitan Community Colleges
(Longview Community College/Penn Valley Community College/
Maple Woods Community College/Blue River Community College)
State Fair Community College, Sedalia
Linn State Technical College, Linn
Ozark Technical Community College, Springfield
Herndon Area Career Center, Raytown
Cass Career Center, Harrisonville
Warrensburg Area Career Center, Warrensburg
**Other eligible community colleges and career and technical schools can be found at: http://dhe.mo.gov/documents/
EligibleAplusPostsecondarySchools.pdf
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DUAL CREDIT COURSES AVAILABLE
(High School courses in which students may earn college credit)
Through the University of Missouri Kansas City, the University of Central Missouri, Metropolitan Community Colleges or Missouri State.
Students will work with instructor of each course to sign up for college credit. Students/parents are responsible for payment
to the college to receive the appropriate college credit for each course. Students should also check with each institution on
policies regarding withdrawing from a course and requesting transcript information. Dual credit courses taken in high school
may impact future federal financial aid if not successfully completed. Each college or university has a policy for this so
please check with each prospective institution. Course offerings are subject to change based on enrollment and staffing
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Academic Seminar Advanced Courses
Academic seminar offers students in advanced courses the ability to work on AP, IB, or dual-credit courses
during the day. This course may be repeated but is not worth credit. Students may not take Academic
Seminar and Teacher/Office Aide in the same semester.
Advanced English II
AP English: Language & Composition
AP English: Literature & Composition
English 110
English 214
French IV
Spanish III
Spanish IV
Advanced Geometry
Algebra II (for sophomore use only)
Advanced Algebra II
Dual Credit College Algebra
Trigonometry
Analytic Geometry
AP Studio Art
Statistics
Calculus
Western Civilization 201
Western Civilization 202
American History 101
American History 102
AP US Government & Politics
Advanced American History
AP World History
Advanced Biology
AP Chemistry
Physics
Human Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
Astronomy
AP Music Theory
IB History of the Americas HL 1/2
IB Psychology SL
IB Visual Arts SL 1
IB Visual Arts HL 1
IB Biology HL 1/2
IB Chemistry HL 1/2
IB English HL 1/2
IB Theory of Knowledge 1
IB Mathematics SL 1/2
IB Theatre Arts SL 1/2
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Articulation: Students receive high school credit only. However, college credit is available through a written agreement between
the high school and the College. Articulated college credit is awarded to students who successfully complete course/program
while in high school and complete additional coursework at the Metropolitan Community Colleges that meets the requirements
of the Articulation Agreement for the program in which the student was enrolled.
Advanced Placement Classes: Most four-year colleges in the United States and colleges in more than 60 other countries give
students credit, advanced placement or both on the basis of AP Exam scores taken during high school. Individual colleges and
universities, not the College Board or the AP Program, grant course credit and placement. You should obtain a college’s AP
policy in writing. You can usually find this information through the institution directly or by using the AP Credit Policy Info search
at www.collegeboard.org/ap/creditpolicy.
Dual credit: Dual credit courses enable high school students to receive, simultaneously, both high school and college-level
course credit. They provide high-performing high school students an affordable opportunity to experience high-quality collegelevel courses. Dual credit courses may be taught by full time college faculty who instruct high school students either on campus
or in the high school via on-site instruction or interactive television. Dual credit courses may also be taught using the same
modes of delivery by adjunct faculty who may teach part time both on the college campus and at the high school site. However,
the large majority of dual credit courses are taught by high school faculty with supervision by on-campus college faculty.
Missouri Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP): MoVIP, the state virtual school for Missouri, is a tuition program offering
classes to public, private and home school students.
Students take MoVIP classes for many reasons. Missouri students can now access advanced classes or foreign language
classes on MoVIP that are not currently offered by their local school district. Some students take MoVIP classes to graduate
early or to solve class scheduling problems; other students take advantage of the “foundation classes” offered for credit recovery.
A number of Missouri students are not able to attend their traditional schools for medical reasons, or they are involved in special
activities or are presently outside of the state.
Online education offers students flexibility in a variety of ways. MoVIP classes are self-paced so students can move through the
classes at a faster or slower pace if necessary. MoVIP offers various start dates.
MoVIP offers 172 different courses including seven different foreign languages and 19 Advanced Placement classes.
Please visit the MoVIP website for enrollment information: www.movip.org
Correspondence courses: The Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District recognizes units of credit obtained through accredited
schools, including credits earned through correspondence courses or courses delivered primarily through electronic media,
such as satellite video, cable video or computer-driven or online courses. For the purposes of this policy, an “accredited school”
is the Missouri Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP); a private agency where students with disabilities are placed by a public
school; or any school accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) or the North
Central Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI). Except for courses earned through MoVIP, a
student may apply a maximum of two (2) credits from correspondence courses to meet graduation requirements.
Weighted Grading and Classes:
Students will be offered an opportunity for weighted credit in Advanced Placement Courses, IB Courses, and Dual Credit Courses base
a. In AP Courses, 1 grade point will be added to the student's course GPA with a passing grade and completion of the AP Exam.
b. In IB Courses, 1 grade point will be added to the student's course GPA with a passing grade and completion of the IB Exam.
c. In Dual Credit Courses, 1 grade point will be added to the student's course GPA with a passing grade.
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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Raymore-Peculiar High School will be a two-year, college
preparatory program with a comprehensive curriculum designed to address the needs of academically driven,
challenge-seeking students. Upon successful completion of the diploma program, students will earn an IB diploma,
which is recognized throughout the world by universities and colleges. Students may receive advanced standing,
preferential admission, course credits, and financial benefits from the college or university they attend.
To earn a diploma, students will have to complete an extended essay, a Theory of Knowledge course, the Creativity
Action and Service component, and a course in each of six academic groups: English, Foreign Language, History,
Science, Math, Arts and other electives. Three of the courses must be high level (HL) and three standard level (SL),
which is dictated by the curriculum. Most courses are two years in length, but all courses will require a concluding
exam developed by IB. Students who wish to participate in IB but not work towards the IB diploma will be able to
take individual classes. Students may be able to obtain college credit depending on their final IB exam scores and
what the requirements are at the college or university they attend.
Costs for registration for IB diploma candidates will be paid for by the school district. The 2015-2016
program fees amount to $842.00. Certificate candidates will be responsible for paying their own fees. The
registration fee for certificate candidates in 2015-2016 is $164.00 and the cost of the cost of the external assessment
for each class is $113.00. Students who enroll in an IB class will be required to take the IB external assessment at the
end of the course.
For further information on the International Baccalaureate Program, please visit www.ibo.org or contact
Steven Meek at [email protected].
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Career Paths
Career paths are clusters of occupations/careers grouped according to participants’ interests and talents or skills. All paths include a
variety of occupations that require different levels of education and training. Thus, career paths provide a plan for all students, whatever
their interests, abilities, talents, or desired levels of education. Selecting a career path provides a student with an area of FOCUS,
along with FLEXIBILITY and a VARIETY of ideas to pursue. The focus of career paths is on helping students choose a career path, not
a specific occupation. Selecting a career path is not a lifelong commitment; it is a place to begin focusing one’s energies. As students
take different courses and learn more about themselves and careers, they will probably change career paths. Students who understand the career paths concept will be aware that there are a variety of other related possibilities if the first path no longer fits them. If
different career paths become more interesting, the students can reevaluate plans, make appropriate decisions, and revise their high
school plans as necessary.
Benefits
Deciding on a career path can assist you in exploring your interests and preparing for your future. The intent is not for you to decide on
a specific occupation for the rest of your life, but to select a career path into which you can begin directing your energies. Identifying a
career path can help you in selecting school courses, activities, and part-time employment. It can also help guide your participation in
job shadowing, career exploration and internships. A career path choice is not a permanent commitment. As you have new experiences, you learn new things about yourself and may decide to change career paths. If you decide on a different career path to explore,
you should discuss it with your counselor and adjust your future course selections in accordance with your new career exploration.
Career Exploration Assessments
Raymore-Peculiar High School students complete career exploration assessments starting in the 8th grade. This is a way the student
can identify an initial career path choice. Counselors and advisors will then use this information to assist students in making course
selections and developing a plan of study.
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CHOOSING A CAREER PATH OR CLUSTER
Identify your interests, abilities, and talents.
Identify the career path or cluster that relates to your interests, abilities, and talents.
Explore occupations in those career paths or clusters.
Decide how much education you want to receive after high school.
Develop a personal plan of study by selecting courses and co-curricular activities that relate to your career educational and career goal.
Career Planning Common Language
Individual Planning Vocabulary
Guidance and Counseling
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
August, 2011
Definition and Purpose:
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Guidance Grade Level Expectations (GLEs): The systematic, sequential and developmentally
appropriate set of knowledge, skill and understanding for the K-12 guidance curriculum.
Life Career Development: Self-development over the life span through the integration of roles, settings, and events of a
person’s life.
Individual Planning: The process of on-going educational and career-planning services that helps all students develop
personal plans of study organized around programs of study and their personal, career, and educational goals.
Personal Plan of Study (PPOS): A student’s scope and sequence of course work and related activities based upon their
chosen Career Path or Career Cluster and their educational goals. Initiated in the eighth grade, it is designed to insure a
successful post-secondary transition. The key component of the Individual Planning process.
Program of Study (POS): Secondary-to-postsecondary sequences of academic and career education course work, along with
additional learning opportunities, that lead students to attain a postsecondary degree or industry-recognized certificate or
credential.
a. Process: Missouri currently uses a 10 step process for the development of Programs of Study that is aligned with
federal guidelines which includes creation of POS templates and secondary/post-secondary curriculum alignment.
This process is currently under review at the state level.
b. Template: The model or form developed by schools that lists courses, occupations and additional learning
opportunities to help students develop their personal plan of study. The completion of the POS template does not
infer that the POS process has been completed.
Career Paths (6) Clusters (16) Career Pathways (78): A progressive framework to organize the world of work and career
information. The framework provides the structure to assist students in understanding the world of work, and to organize
course and co-curricular offerings in the school.
Missouri Connections: A free web-based career and educational planning resource to help Missouri citizens determine their
career interests, explore occupations, establish education plans, develop job search strategies, and create résumés.
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6228 NW Barry Rd. & I-29
Kansas City, MO 64154-2530
816-746-9924
United States Navy
Navy Recruiting Station
12121-A Blue Ridge Blvd.
Grandview, MO 64030
816-966-0700
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Arts & Communication
Career Paths
& Cluster
Arts, Audio-Visual Technology and Communication
Students must meet Raymore-Peculiar graduation requirements.
These courses are suggested for students interested in this career area.
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry, or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental Science,
Biology, or Adv. Biology
Social Studies
(3 units)
American History or
Adv. American History
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
Grade 11
English II or
Advanced English II
English III, AP English Language &
Composition, or IB English
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry,
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Biology,
Adv. Biology,
Physical Science,
or Chemistry
Algebra II, Adv. Algebra II, Trig., Analytic
Geometry, College Algebra, DC College
Algebra, Adv. Math Topics, IB Math or
IB Math Studies
Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics,
AP Biology, Human Anatomy &
Physiology, or IB Biology, IB Chemistry,
or Environ. Systems & Societies
American Government,
AP US Government & Politics, or
IB History of the Americas
World History or
AP World History
½ unit Physical Education
½ unit Health
Grade 12
English IV, English 110/214,
AP English Literature, or IB
English
College bound students
should choose a 4th unit
of math.
of science.
of social studies.
½ unit elective PE class
One unit fine art is required
Two units of the same language are recommended/required for students attending a 4-year college
One unit required that includes ½ unit of Personal Finance
Any Art, Music, or Theater class, DC Fund. of Speech, Comp & Adv. Comp. Debate, Intro to Media, Adv. Multimedia, KPTV, Business
Suggested
Technology Applications, DC Adv. Computer Applications II, Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing, Web Page & Adv. Web Page
Development, Journalism 1,2,3, & 4,CAD I & II, Architectural Drafting, Home Decoration Sewing I & II, Clothing Construction I, II & III,
Electives
Fashion Merchandising I,II & III, Interior Design I & II, Programs at Summit Tech. Academy: Digital Media Technology
Recommended Youth Activities: Choir, Create a website, Drama Club, Marching Band, Photograph/record a school activity, School newspaper staff, School
play or musical, Yearbook staff, Robotics, SkillsUSA, Act in a community production, Community Service Projects, Create a community website or promotional video,
Co-operative Education, Internships, Job shadow professionals, Join community band, choir, orchestra or theatre, Participate in a community art project, Take dance
lessons, Volunteer in a museum
PostSecondary
Options
Please visit these sites for up to date lists of Technical Schools, Community Colleges, and 4-year Colleges &
Universities with degree programs in this field.
www.collegeboard.com
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.missouriconnections.org
If interested in pursuing a career involving this cluster in the U.S. military
please refer to the following websites:
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.ng.mil (National Guard)
www.af.mil (Air Force)
www.uscg.mil (Coast Guard)
www.marines.mil (Marines)
Career Possibilities in
Arts, Audio-Visual Technology and Communication
Arts, A-V Technology
and Film
x
x
x
Animator
Audio
Technician
Sound
Engineering
Technician
Journalism and
Broadcasting
x
x
x
x
Broadcast
News
Analyst
Editor
Reporter
Writer
Printing
Technology
x
x
x
Desktop
Publishing
Specialist
Prepress
Technician
Press
Operator
Telecommunications
x
x
x
Central Office
Installer
Network &
Computer
Administrator
Telecommunica
tions
Equipment
Installer
Performing Arts
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Actor/Actress
Agent or Business
Manager
Choreographer
Composer
Director/Producer
Model
Musician
Professional Athlete
Singer
Visual Arts
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Art Director
Artist
Commercial
Photographer
Fashion Designer
Floral Designer
Graphic Designer
Interior Designer
Jeweler
For more information regarding careers and post-secondary options visit
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RPHS
Business, Management, & Technology
Career Paths
& Cluster
Business, Management and Administration
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
AP English Literature, or
IB English
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Biology, Adv. Biology,
Physical Science, or
Chemistry
American History or
World History or
AP World History
IB Math Studies
Physiology, or IB Biology, IB Chemistry,
or IB Environ. Systems & Societies
Social Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
Suggested
Electives
½ unit Physical Ed.
½ unit Health
should choose a 4th unit of
math.
science.
social studies.
DC Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Psychology, Sociology, Adv. Math Topics, Business Essentials, Finance, Accounting
I, DC Accounting, Business & Personal Law, Prin. of Economics, Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing, Computer Programming I & II,
Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds, Business Technology, Marketing Foundations, Advanced Marketing, Occupational Ed.,
Entrepreneurship/Panther Market, Pro-Start I & II, Child Care Provider, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Network Eng. I & II,
Software Development I & II, Cyber Security, International Studies Academy
Recommended Youth Activities: Association of Marketing Students (DECA) , Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Manage fundraising
activities, Student Council, Co-operative education, Job shadow professionals, Join a committee to plan an event, Join Boy and Girl Scouts,
Organize/Participate in fundraising event, Participate in youth leadership programs, Secure part-time employment, Volunteer in the community
PostSecondary
Options
x
x
x
x
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Business, Management & Administration
Administrative
Operations
Business Information
Support
Management
Management
Human Resources
Management
x
Compensation,
Benefits and Job
Analysis Specialist
Corporate Trainer
Human Resources
Manager
OSHA/ADA
Compliance Officer
Personnel Recruiter
x
x
x
x
x
x
Administrative
Assistant
Communications
Equipment Operator
Data Entry Specialist
Office Manager
Receptionist
Stenographer
x
x
x
x
x
x
Buyer/Planner
Facilities Manager
Inventory Manager
Procurement
Officer
Quality Control
Technician
Supply Chain
Manager
x
x
x
x
x
Budget Analyst
Business Consultant
Business Operations Specialist
Price Analyst
Product Manager
General Management
x
x
x
x
Administrative Services
Manager
Chief Executive Officer
General Manager
Management Analyst
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RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Finance
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical
Arts
American History or
Grade 10
Grade 11
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Biology,
Adv. Biology,
Physical Science,
or Chemistry
IB Math Studies
AP Biology, Human Anatomy & Physiology,
IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Environ.
Systems & Societies
World History or
AP World History
American Government, AP US Government &
Politics, or IB History or the Americas
½ unit Health
Grade 12
IB English
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Statistics, Adv. Math Topics, Finance, Business Essentials, Accounting I, Dual Credit
Accounting, Business & Personal Law, Prin. of Economics, Entrepreneurship/Panther Market, Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds,
Business Technology, Marketing Foundations, Advanced Marketing, Occupational Education, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy:
Network Engineering I & II, Cyber Security
Suggested
Electives
Recommended Youth Activities: Association of Marketing Students (DECA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Manage
fundraising activities, Student Council, Concession management, Campaign for an office, Competitive business events, Fundraising
participation, Local investment club
Please visit these sites for up to date lists of Technical Schools, Community Colleges, and 4-year
Colleges & Universities with degree programs in this field.
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Finance
Securities &
Business
Accounting
Banking Services
Insurance
Investments
Finance
x
x
x
Accountant or
Auditor
Bookkeeping,
Accounting and
Auditing Clerk
Financial
Manager
x
x
x
x
Investment Advisor
Personal Finance
Advisor
Securities,
Commodities and
Financial Services
Sales Agents
Tax Preparation
x
x
x
x
Controller
Economist
Financial
Analyst
Financial
Examiner
x
x
x
x
x
x
Bill and Account Collector
Credit Analyst
Debt Counselor
Loan Officer
Operations Manager
Teller
x
x
x
x
Actuary
Claims Adjuster,
Examiner, Investigator
Insurance Appraiser
Insurance Underwriter
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RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Information and Technology
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Adv. Geometry
Geometry, Adv. Geometry
Algebra II or Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Science, Biology, or
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
Social Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
Grade 11
Algebra or Adv. Math Topics, IB Math or
IB Math Studies
Physiology, IB Biology, IB Chemistry or
IB Environ. Systems & Societies
American Government, AP US
Government & Politics, or
World History or
AP World History
Grade 12
IB English
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Adv. Math Topics, Business Essentials, Accounting I, Dual Credit Accounting,
Business & Personal Law, Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing, Webpage & Adv. Webpage Development, Computer
Suggested
Programming I & II, Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds, Business Technology, Journalism I - IV, Courses at Cass Career Center:
Electives
Information Systems Technology I – IV, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Networking I & II, Software Development I & II, Cyber
Security, Digital Media Technology
Recommended Youth Activities: Develop web pages, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Prepare school multimedia/video projects, School
newspaper staff, SkillsUSA, Yearbook staff, Create a community web site or promotional video, Volunteer in the community, Help individuals use a computer,
Set up computers and install software, Job shadow professionals, Co-operative Education
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Information Technology
Programming and
Software Development
x
Computer
Programmer
x
Computer Software
Engineer
x
Data Modeler
x
Game Programmer
x
Tester
Information Support and Service
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Computer and Information Systems
Manager
Computer Support Specialist
Customer Liaison
Database Administrator
Help Desk Specialist
Information Systems Architect
Technical Writer
Network Systems
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Computer Systems Analyst
Data Communications Analyst
Information Systems Operator
Information Technology Engineer
Network Architect
Network Systems Analyst
PC Support Specialist
Telecommunications Network
Technician
x
x
x
x
x
Web and Digital
Communications
3-D Animator
Audio/Visual Engineer
Streaming Media
Specialist
Web Designer
Webmaster
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RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Marketing, Sales, and Service
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II or
Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
American History or
World History or
AP World History
Algebra II, Adv. Algebra II, Trig.,
Analytic Geometry, College Algebra,
DC College Algebra, Adv. Math Topics,
IB Math, or IB Math Studies
Physiology, IB Biology, IB Chemistry,
or IB Environ. Systems & Societies
Social Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern Language
Practical Arts
½ unit Health
IB English
of math.
of science.
of social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Adv. Math Topics, Business Essentials, Finance, Accounting I, Dual Credit
Accounting, Business & Personal Law, Prin. of Economics, Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing, Computer Programming I &
Suggested
II, Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds, Business Technology, Marketing Foundations, Advanced Marketing, Occupational Ed.,
Electives
Entrepreneur/Panther Market, Fashion Merch. I, II & III, Pro-Start I & II, Journalism I-IV, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy
Networking I & II, Cyber Security, or Intern. Studies Academy
Recommended Youth Activities: Class fundraisers, Concessions Management, Association of Marketing Students (DECA), Future Business Leaders of
America (FBLA) , Join a committee to plan an event, School newspaper/yearbook, Student Government, Develop community web site, Job shadow
professionals, Participate in youth leadership programs, Start a business, Visit the Chamber of Commerce, Volunteer in the community
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Marketing, Sales & Service
Marketing
Communications
Marketing Research
x
x
x
x
Customer Service
Representative
Interviewer
Market Research
Analyst
Product Planner
x
x
x
x
x
Media Buyer
Public Information
Director
Public Relations
Manager
Public Relations
Specialist
Research
Specialist
Marketing
Management
x
x
x
x
x
x
Advertising and
Promotions
Manager
Distributor
Entrepreneur
Franchisee
Marketing Manager
Small Business
Owner
Professional Sales
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Field Representative
Real Estate Sales Agent
Retail Salesperson
Sales Engineer
Sales Manager
Sales Representative
Territory Representative
Merchandising
x
x
x
x
Merchandise Buyer
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing Manager
Retail Marketing
Coordinator
26
RPHS
Health Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Health Science
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Environmental
Science,
Biology, or
Adv. Biology
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
Science
(3 units)
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
Grade 11
Grade 12
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Biology,
Adv. Biology,
Physical Science,
or Chemistry
IB Math Studies
Systems & Societies
World History or
AP World History
Politics, or IB History of the Americas
English IV, English 110/214, AP
English Literature, or IB English
College bound students should
choose a 4th unit of math.
choose a 4th unit of science.
choose a 4th unit of social
studies.
Two units same language are recommended/required for students attending a 4-year college
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, AP Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Physics, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, IB Biology,
Suggested
IB Chemistry, First Aid, Athletic & Adv. Athletic Training, P.E. courses, Foods & Nutrition, Parenting, Child Development I & II, Child
Electives
Care Provider, Accounting, Psychology, Courses at Cass Career Center: Health Science , EMT, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy:
Medical Interv./Biomed. Innovation, Pre-Allied Health, & Pre-Professional Nursing.
Recommended Youth Activities: Athletics, SkillsUSA, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Science Olympiad, Robotics, Take
First Aid Courses, Volunteer at Hospital/Nursing Home, Health Science Camps, Volunteer with Red Cross, Certified CPR Classes, EMT Certification, Career
Fairs at Hospitals and Schools, Health Fairs, CNA Certification, Job Shadowing, Co-operative Education, ACES PRIMO
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Health Science
Biotech. Research
& Development
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Biological
Technician
Clinical Trials
Research
Coordinator
Epidemiologist
Geneticist
Lab Technician
Medical Scientist
Microbiologist
Research
Assistant
Toxicologist
Diagnostic Services
x
x
x
x
x
Cardiology
Technologist
Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer
Medical Lab
Technologist
Nuclear Medicine
Technologist
Radiologic
Technologist
Health Informatics
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Health Care
Administrator
Health Educator
Medical and Health
Services Manager
Medical Records and
Health Information
Technician
Medical Social Worker
Medical Transcriptionist
Public Health Social
Worker
Support Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Biomedical Engineer
Environmental
Services
Facilities Manager
Food Service
Hospital
Maintenance
Engineer
Industrial Hygienist
Medical Assistant
Medical Equipment
Repairer
Pharmacy Aide
Therapeutic Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Anesthesiologist
Athletic Trainer
Chiropractor
Dental Hygienist
Dentist
Dietitian or Nutritionist
Home Health Aide
Occupational
Therapist
Optometrist
Paramedic
Pharmacist
Physical Therapist
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Physician Asst.
Radiation
Therapist
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation
Counselor
Respiratory
Therapist
SpeechLanguage
Pathologist
Surgical
Technologist
RPHS
Human Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Education and Training
27
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
IB English
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I, Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Chemistry
American History or
World History or
AP World History
IB Math Studies
Physiology, IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
½ unit Health
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Intro to Competitive Theater, Parenting, Child Development I & II, Child Care
Suggested
Provider, Sociology, Psychology, Tutoring and Mentoring, Cadet Teaching, First Aid, Athletic Training, Advanced Athletic Training,
Electives
Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Pre-Professional Education Cadet
Recommended Youth Activities: Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Athletics, Career fairs, Peer mediation, Serve as mentor
or tutor, Student Council, other organizations that provide an opportunity to gain leadership and management skills, 4-H, Coach little league sports, Library
volunteer aide, Member of scouting organizations, Provide child care, Volunteer in agencies that have an educational emphasis, Teach religious classes, Job
shadowing, Co-operative education, Ambassador program
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Education and Training
Administration & Administrative Support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
College President
College Dean
Curriculum Developer
Education Administrator
Instructional Media Designer
Librarian
Principal
Superintendent
Professional Support Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
Audiologist
Counselor
Parent Educator
Psychologist
Social Worker
Speech-Language Pathologist
Teaching and Training
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Career Education Teacher
Coach
College Professor
Elementary Teacher
High School Teacher
Human Resource Trainer
Kindergarten Teacher
Middle School Teacher
Preschool Teacher
Preschool Aide
28
RPHS
Human Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Government and Public Administration
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
IB English
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Chemistry
American History or
World History or
AP World History
IB Math or IB Math Studies
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
½ unit Physical Education
½ unit Health
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Adv. Math Topics, Intro to Competitive Theater, Business Essentials, Business &
Suggested
Personal Law, Finance, Accounting I, Dual Credit Accounting, Princ. of Economics, Modern Critical Issues, Law Enforcement,
Electives
Sociology, Psychology, First Aid, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: International Studies Academy
Recommended Youth Activities: Student Council, Other Student Organizations with Leadership Focus, Attend Local Government Meetings, Boys & Girls
State, County Government Day, Do Community Service in Occupations in this Cluster, Election Volunteer, Leadership Development Programs, Talk with and
Job Shadow People Employed in this Cluster, Scouting, Job Shadowing, Co-operative Education, Ambassador Program
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Government and Public Administration
Governance
- Asst., Deputy or Chief of Staff
- Legislator
- Legislative Aide
- Lobbyist
- Public Advisor
Regulation
- Aviation Safety Officer
- Bank Examiner
- Cargo Inspector
- Code Inspector
- Court, Municipal and License Clerk
- Election Supervisor
- Immigration Officer
- Postal Service Mail Carrier
Revenue & Taxation
- Assessor
- Internal Revenue Investigator
- Revenue Agent
- Tax Attorney
- Tax Examiner
Planning
- Census Clerk
- Chief of Vital Statistics
- County Clerk
- Economic Development Coordinator
- Global Imaging Systems Specialist
- Political Scientist
Public Mgmt. & Admin.
- Archeologist
- Archivist
- City Manager
- Court Administrator
- Curator
- Executive Director
of an Association, Foundation, or Chamber of Commerce
- Program Administration Officer
Foreign Service Affairs
- Ambassador
- Administrative Foreign Service Officer
- Consular Officer
- Diplomatic Courier
- Economic Foreign Service Officer
- Political Foreign Service Officer
National Security
- Air Defense Artillery
- Combat Engineer or Aircraft Pilot
- Cryptographer
- Electronic Warfare Operations
- Infantry Field Artillary
- Intelligence/Counter-intelligence Agent
- Missile and Space Systems
- Special Forces
RPHS
Human Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Hospitality and Tourism
29
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
Grade 12
IB English
IB Math Studies
World History or
AP World History
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Adv. Math Topics, Business Essentials, Accounting, Finance, Business Technology
Suggested
Applications, DC Adv. Computer Applications II, Design & Construction, Home Maintenance & Repair I & II, Foods & Nutrition, Inter.
Electives
Foods, Pro-Start I & II, Psychology, Sociology, First Aid, Entrepreneurship/Panther Market, Marketing Foundations, Adv. Marketing,
Cooperative Occupation Education (COE), Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: International Studies Academy
Recommended Youth Activities: Association of Marketing Students (DECA), Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Future
Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Join a committee to plan an event, Join a world language or cultural club, 4-H, Interview and/or job shadow
professionals, Participate in internships, Participate in local cultural activities, Secure part-time employment, Volunteer in the community, Ambassador Program
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Hospitality and Tourism
Restaurants and Food
& Beverage Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Baker
Chef
Counter Service
First Line Supervisor
Food and Beverage Manager
General Manager
Manager of Food Preparation
and Serving Workers
Recreation, Amusement
& Attractions
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Conservator
Equipment and Facility
Maintenance
Event Planner
Gaming Manager
Museum Technician
Museum, Zoo or Aquarium
Exhibit Developer
Parks and Garden Ranger
Recreation Worker
Travel and Tourism
x
x
x
x
x
x
Director of Sales and Marketing
Event Planner
Interpreter
Tour Guide
Transportation Specialist
Travel Agent
Lodging
x
x
x
x
x
Laundry Attendant
Lodging Manager
PBX Operator
Reservations Supervisor
Valet Attendant
30
RPHS
Human Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Human Services
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II or
Adv. Algebra II
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
Algebra, Adv. Math Topics, IB Math, or
IB Math Studies
IB Biology, IB Chemistry or
American History or
World History or
AP World History
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
American Government or
AP US Government & Politics
Grade 12
IB English
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Business Essentials, Introduction to Journalism,
Suggested
Foods & Nutrition, Parenting, Child Development I &II, Child Care Provider, Psychology, Sociology, Entrepreneurship/Panther
Electives
Market, Tutoring and Mentoring, Cadet Teaching, First Aid, Athletic & Advanced Athletic Training, Courses at Summit Tech
Academy: International Studies Academy
Recommended Youth Activities: Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Alternative Impact, Peer Mediation, Serve as Mentor or Tutor,
Work with organizations that have a strong community service component, Scouting organizations, 4-H, Teach religious classes, Volunteer in soup kitchens or
food pantries or agencies who serve people, Work with individuals who are aged or disabled, Ambassador Program
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Human Services
Early Childhood
Development & Services
Counseling and Mental
Health Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Childcare Facility
Director
Childcare Worker
Nanny
Parent Educator
Preschool Teacher
Teacher Aide
x
x
x
Marriage and Family
Therapist
Mental Health
Counselor
Substance Abuse
Social Worker
Vocational
Rehabilitation
Counselor
Family and Community
Services
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Child, Family and School
Social Worker
Clergy
Community Housing
Service Worker
Geriatric Service worker
Social and Human
Services Assistant
Sociologist
Vocational Rehabilitation
Service Worker
Personal Care Services
x
x
x
x
x
Fitness Trainer
Funeral Director
Hairdresser, Hair
Stylist, Cosmetologist
Massage Therapist
Skin Care Specialist
Consumer Services
x
x
x
x
x
Consumer Advocate
Customer Service
Representative
Insurance
Representative
Investment Broker
Personal Financial
Advisor
31
RPHS
Human Services
Career Paths
& Cluster
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II or
Adv. Algebra II
Chemistry
World History or
AP World History
Grade 11
Grade 12
IB Math Studies
Systems & Societies
American Government, AP US Government
& Politics, or IB History of the Americas
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Intro to Competitive Theater, Statistics, Business & Personal Law, Business
Suggested
Technology Applications, Dual Credit Adv. Computer Applications II, Computer Programming I & II, Visual Basic, Java, Parenting,
Electives
Child Development I & II, Child Care Provider, Psychology, Sociology, Law Enforcement, First Aid, Courses at Cass Career Center:
EMT/ Fire Fighter I & II, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Networking I & II, Cyber Security, Software Development I & II
Recommended Youth Activities: Develop web pages , Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Prepare school multimedia/video projects, School
newspaper staff, SkillsUSA, Yearbook staff, Robotics, 4-H, Become Certified in CPR & First Aid, Do community service in occupations in this cluster, Scouting
organizations, Talk with and job shadow people employed in this cluster, Volunteer at crisis centers or emergency shelters, Co-operative education, Peer
Mediators
Please visit these sites for up to date lists of Technical Schools, Community Colleges, and 4-year Colleges & Universities with
degree programs in this field.
Postwww.missouriconnections.org
www.dhe.mo.gov
Secondary
Options
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Emergency and Fire
Security and Protective
Law Enforcement
Correction Services
Legal Services
Management Services
Services
Services
x
Arbitrator
x
Case Manager
x
Dispatcher
x
Computer Security
x
Animal Control
Specialist
Officer
x
Attorney
x
Corrections Officer
x
Emergency Medical
Forensic Science
x
Bomb Technician
Technician/ Paramedic x
x
Court, Municipal and
x
Probation and Parole
Technician
License Clerk
Officer
x
Emergency
x
Child support
Management and
x
Gaming Surveillance
x
Judge
x
Transport Officer
x
Criminal Investigator
Response Coordinator
Officer/Investigator
Law Clerk
x
Youth Services Worker x
x
Federal Marshall
x
Firefighter
x
Industrial Espionage
x
Mediator
x
Park Ranger
Security
x
Forest Firefighter
x
Paralegal and Legal
x
Police and Patrol
x
Loss Prevention Assistant
x
Hazardous Materials
Assistant
Officer
x
Security and Fire Alarm
Responder
Systems Installer
x
Security Guard
32
RPHS
Industrial & Engineering Technology
Career Paths
& Cluster
Architecture and Construction
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Adv. Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Grade 11
Grade 12
IB English
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Biology,
Adv. Biology,
Physical Science,
or Chemistry
IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or
World History or
AP World History
Politics, or IB History of the Americas
½ unit Health
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Physics, Trig, Analytic Geom., Calculus, IB Math, Business Technology Applications, Dual Credit Adv. Computer
Applications II, Drafting/CAD I & II, Architectural Drafting, Civil Drafting, Materials and Processes I & II, Interior Design I & II,
Suggested
Technical Theatre Production, Home Maintenance and Repair I & II, Tech & Engin. Lab I, II & III, Programs at Cass Career Center:
Electives
Construction Technology, Welding, CAD, Programs at Summit Tech. Academy: Dig. Electronics/Comp Int. Man. /Aerospace
Engineering and Engineering Des. & Dev.
Recommended Youth Activities: SkillsUSA, Robotics, Connect with Architects in your area, Do home repair projects, Learn about the history of the
buildings in your community, Work with contractor, Co-operative Education, Explorer’s Post
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Architecture and Construction
Construction
Design and Pre-Construction
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Architect
Architectural Drafter
Cartographer
Cost Estimator
Landscape Architect
Mechanical Engineer
Surveyor
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Brickmason
Carpenter
Construction Laborer
Construction Manager
Electrician
Glazier
Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
Painter
Paper Hanger
Plumber, Pipefitter, Steamfitter
Roofer
Welder, Cutter, Solderer and Brazer
Maintenance and Operations
x
x
x
x
x
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Mechanic / Installer
Highway Worker
Millwright
Operating Engineer
Telecommunications Line Installer and
Repairer
33
RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Manufacturing
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
American History or
World History or
AP World History
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
Grade 11
Grade 12
Physiology, IB Biology, IB Chemistry,
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Drafting/CAD I & II, Architectural drafting, Civil Drafting, Materials and Processes I &
II, Technical Theatre Production, Home Maintenance and Repair I & II, Tech. & Engineering. I & II & III, Design & Construction,
Suggested
Business Technology Applications, DC Adv. Computer Applications II, Computer Prog. I & II, Visual Basic, Java, Courses at Cass
Electives
Career Center: Welding, Automotive, Construction, & Drafting Programs, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Dig. Elect./Comp. Integ.
Man. /Aerospace Engineering& Engineering. Des. & Dev.
Recommended Youth Activities: SkillsUSA, Robotics, Connect with manufacturing professionals, Learn about the history of the buildings in your
community, Learn to repair machinery, Learn to use the latest tools for home repair, Tour a factory, Job Shadowing, Co-operative Education
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
- Calibration Technician
- Inspector
- Lab Technician
- Process Control Technician
- Quality Control Technician
Production
- Assembler
- Industrial Production Manager
- Machine Operator
- Machinist
- Manager or Supervisor
- Model Maker
- Power Distributor and Dispatcher
- Tool and Die Maker
- Welder
Health, Safety & Environmental Assurance
- Environmental Specialist
- Health and Safety Engineer
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
- Operations Research Analyst
Manufacturing Production Process Development
- Design Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Engineering Technician
- Labor Relations Manager
- Precision Inspector
- Purchasing Agent
- Supervisor
Logistics and Inventory Control
- Dispatcher
- Freight, Stock and Material Mover
- Logistician
- Material Handler
- Quality Control Technician
- Traffic, Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Maintenance, Installation & Repair
- Boilermaker
- Computer Installer or Repairer
- Electronic Motor Repairer
- Instrument Calibration and Repairer
- Laser System Technician
- Major Appliance Repairer
- Manager of Mechanics, Installers and Repairers
- Plumber
34
RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
English II or
Advanced English II
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Chemistry
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
World History or
AP World History
Grade 11
Grade 12
Algebra, Adv. Math Topics, IB Math, or
IB Math Studies
math.
science.
social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, any upper-level math or science class, Business Technology Applications, Dual Credit
Adv. Computer Applications II, Drafting/CAD I & II, Architectural Drafting, Civil Drafting, Materials and Processes I & II, Technical
Suggested
Theatre Production, Home Maintenance and Repair I & II, Tech. & Engin. Lab I, II & III, Design & Construction, Tutor/Mentor, Cadet
Electives
Teaching, Courses at Cass Career Center: Welding, Automotive, Construction, & Information Technology Programs, Courses at
Summit Tech. Academy: Dig. Elect./ Comp. Integ. Man./Aerospace Engin., Engin. Des. & Dev., Software Development I & II
Recommended Youth Activities: SkillsUSA, Robotics, Discover Engineering Day, Science Olympiads, Explorer’s Post, Science Fairs, Participate in
programs and activities provided by colleges and universities, Job Shadowing, Co-operative Education
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.army.mil (Army)
www.navy.mil (Navy)
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Engineering and Technology
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Chemical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electro-Mechanical
Technician
Engineering Manager
Environmental Engineer
Hazardous Waste
Technician
Industrial Engineer
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Materials Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Mining Engineer
Nuclear Engineer
Nuclear Technician
Power Systems Engineer
Quality Technician
Technical Writer
Science and Math
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Atmospheric Scientist
Biochemist
CAD Operator
Chemist
Conservation Scientist
Demographer
Economist
Environmental Scientist
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Geological and Petroleum
Technician
Geologist
Lab Technician
Math Teacher
Research Technician
Science Teacher
Zoologist
35
RPHS
Career Paths
& Cluster
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Math
(3 units)
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Advanced Geometry
Science
(3 units)
Environmental
Adv. Biology
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry
Algebra II or
Adv. Algebra II
Chemistry
World History or
AP World History
Grade 11
Grade 12
IB Math Studies
IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or
choose a 4th unit of social
studies.
American Government, AP US Government
& Politics, or IB History of the Americas
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Physics, Chemistry, IB Chemistry, College Algebra, DC College Algebra,Trigonometry,
Analytic Geometry, Adv. Math Topics, Statistics, Calculus, IB Math, Business Tech. Applications, Dual Credit Adv. Computer Applications II,
Suggested
Drafting/CAD I & II, Architectural Drafting, Civil Drafting, Materials and Processes I & II, Tech. Theatre Production, Home Maint. & Repair I &
Electives
II, Tech. & Engin. I & II & III, Design & Construction, First Aid, Courses at Cass Career Center: Automotive, Construction, Drafting, &
Welding programs, Courses at Summit Tech. Academy: Dig. Elect. /Comp Integ. Man. / Aerospace Engin. & Engineering Des. & Dev.
Recommended Youth Activities: SkillsUSA, Association of Marketing Students (DECA), Robotics, Learn to drive a tractor or truck to do farm work, Learn automotive
repair and maintenance, Read automotive and mechanical magazines, Take Drivers Education, Learn to operate a forklift, Job Shadowing, Co-operative Education
PostSecondary
Options
www.dhe.mo.gov
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Logistics Planning & Mgmt
Systems
- International Logistics
- Logistician
- Logistics Analyst
- Logistics Engineer
Health, Safety and Envir. Mgmt.
- Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
- Industrial Health and Safety Engineer
- Environmental Compliance Inspector
- Environmental Science and Protection
Technician
- Safety Analyst
Transportation Operations
- Airline Pilot
- Delivery Truck Driver
- Transportation, Storage and Distribution
- Manager
- Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver
Transportation Systems &
Infrastructure
- Air Traffic Controller
- Civil Engineer
- Motor Vehicle Inspector
- Regulator
- Surveying and Mapping Technician
- Urban Planner
Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations
- Freight, Stock and Material Mover
- Industrial and Packing Engineer
- Laborer
- Shipping, Receiving and Traffic Clerk
- Stock Clerk
- Warehouse Manager
Sales and Service
- Cargo and Freight Agent
- Cashier
- Counter or Rental Clerk
- Customer Order Clerk
- Sales Manager
- Sales Representative
Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance
- Aircraft Mechanic
- Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic
- Automotive Body Repairer
- Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Specialist
- Electrical and Electronics Repairer
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Painter
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RPHS
Natural Resources
Career Paths
& Cluster
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
High School Courses
Subject
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
(4 units)
English I or
Advanced English I
Algebra I,
Geometry or
Adv. Geometry
IB Math Studies
English IV, English 110/214, AP English
Literature, or IB English
Math
(3 units)
English II or
Advanced English II
Geometry,
Adv. Geometry,
Algebra II, or
Adv. Algebra II
Biology,
Adv. Biology,
Chemistry
Environmental
Science,
Biology, or
Adv. Biology
American History or
Adv. American
History
½ unit Physical
Education
½ unit Health
Science
(3 units)
Social
Studies
(3 units)
Physical
Education &
Health
Fine Arts
Modern
Language
Practical Arts
World History or
AP World History
choose a 4th unit of social studies.
Fund. of Speech, Comp. & Adv. Comp. Debate, Drafting/CAD I & II, Civil Drafting, Architectural Drafting, Materials & Processes I & II,
Tech. & Engin. I, II & III, Food & Nutrition, Botany, Field Biology, Genetics, Historical Geology, Atmospheric Science, Astronomy,
Courses at Cass Career Center: Drafting/CAD I & II, Agricultural Science Program, Construction Technology Program
Suggested
Electives
Recommended Youth Activities: FFA , Grow your own garden and sell produce at farmers market, Recycle, Tour an agribusiness, Work on a
farm during the summer, Create your own agribusiness, Shadow a veterinarian, Volunteer at a local animal shelter, Job Shadowing, Cooperative Education
Postwww.collegeboard.com
www.dhe.mo.gov
Secondary
Options
www.navy.mil (Navy)
www.army.mil (Army)
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Agribusiness
Systems
Animal Systems
x
x
x
x
x
Animal
(Breeder,
Geneticist,
Nutritionist,
Scientist,
Trainer)
Aquaculturist
Farmer or
Rancher
Veterinarian
Zoologist
x
x
x
x
x
Agricultural
Commodity
Broker
Agricultural
Economist
Agricultural
Loan Officer
Agricultural
Products Buyer
International
Agri-Marketing
Specialist
Food Products &
Processing Systems
Plant Systems
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Aquaculturist
Botanist
Farmer/
Rancher
Forester
Landscaping
Manager
Plant Breeder
and Geneticist
Soil and Water
Specialist
Tree Surgeon
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Agriculture & Food
Science Technician
Agricultural Inspector
Bacteriologist
Biochemist
Food and Drug
Inspector
Food and Fiber
Engineer
Meat, Poultry, Fish
Cutter and Trimmer
Microbiologist
Power Structural &
Technical Systems
x
x
x
x
x
x
Agricultural
Technologist
Biochemistry
Technologist
Equipment Parts
Manager
Farm Equipment
Mechanic
Global Positioning
System Technician
Remote Sensing
Specialist
Nat. Resources & Env.
Service Systems
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Atmospheric/Space
Scientist
Chemical Technician
Conservation
Scientist
Fisheries Manager
Geographer
Hazardous Materials
Handler
Meteorologist
Pollution Prevention
and Control Manager
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COMMUNICATION ARTS
The mission of the Communication Arts Department is to encourage students to read widely and in depth,
write frequently in many formats, study important writings from many disciplines, and relate these studies
meaningfully to their own lives. We promote the rationale behind the four language strands: speaking, listening,
writing and reading.
English I, as well as additional units,
but faster paced and more in-depth.
More time will be spent interpreting
literature. Special research projects
may also be required.
Communication Arts
**AllstudentsmustacquirefourcreditsofEnglishtosatisfytheCommunicationArtsgraduationrequirement.
9th EnglishI
OR
Advanced
EnglishI
Advanced
EnglishI
10th 11th EnglishIII
EnglishII
OR
OR Advanced
APLang.&
EnglishII
Composition
IBTRACK IBEnglish
Advanced
HL1
EnglishII
12th EnglishIV
OR APLit.&Composition
OR English110/214
IBEnglish
HL2 CommunicationArtsElectives
**ThecoursesbelowdonotcounttowardstherequiredfourcreditsofCommunicationArts.
Competitive
Debate
(9Ͳ12)
Journalism1
(9Ͳ12)
Adv.Comp.Debate
(10Ͳ12) *canbetakenmultipleyears
Journalism2
(19Ͳ12)
Journalism3
(11Ͳ12)
DualCreditAdv.
Comp.Debate
(11Ͳ12)
DualCredit
Fundamentalsof
Speech
(11Ͳ12)
Journalism4
(12)
NewBureau
(11Ͳ12)
All students must pass English I or Advanced
English I, English II or Advanced English II,
English III or AP English: Language &
Composition and earn a fourth English
credit.
FRESHMAN:
English I or Advanced English I
SOPHOMORE:
English II or Advanced English II
JUNIOR:
English III or Advanced Placement
English: Language & Composition
SENIOR:
English IV, AP Literature and
Composition, or English 110 & 214
H3002
ENGLISH I
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
9
English I will focus on literature and writing skills. The study of literature will include short stories, novels, drama, nonfiction, and poetry.
OR
H3012
ADVANCED ENGLISH I
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
9
This course is a scaffolding courseinto
Advanced Placement Language and
Composition/IB English.This course will
cover some of the same units as
H3022
ENGLISH II
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
10
Prerequisite: Successful completion of
English I by semester
Sophomores will explore the writing
process and compose various
descriptive, narrative, argumentative and
research writing projects. Students will
expand their vocabulary skills as they read
short stories, poetry, drama and novels.
A selection of books will be provided for
required outside reading.
OR
H3032
ADVANCED ENGLISH II
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
10
Advanced English I, or English I- strong
writing and reading skills necessary
This course is a scaffolding course into
Advanced Placement Language and
Composition/IB English Students will
cover some material similar to the English
II curriculum. However, in addition to
reading short stories and writing
narratives, the advanced course will also
focus on more in-depth study of writing
and literature. In addition, students will
be required to read complex novels
outside of class.
H3071
ENGLISH III
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11
English II by semester
Students will study American literature to
sharpen literacy skills. Juniors will
expand their knowledge of the writing
process through technical and academic
writing. A list of literary works will be
provided so students may sharpen their
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writing and vocabulary skills during Summer assignment is required. To This course is designed to sharpen sturequired outside reading.
receive weighted credit, a student must dents’ language, critical thinking, and littake the AP test in the spring.
erary analysis skills using literary works
OR
from a variety of countries. Students will
HN3192
independently analyze literature through
HN3145
ENGLISH 110
both written and oral communication,
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH:
Semester
1/2 UNIT
draw connections among literary works,
LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION
Grade Levels:
12 Weighted/
and develop an appreciation of both simiYear
1 UNIT
College Credit
Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Prerequisite: Students must meet larities and differences among these
The AP course in English Language and UMKC’s prerequisite of 3.0 overall GPA. works and their authors. Students also
Composition engages students in Students must return a signed parent will learn how to structure ideas and arbecoming skilled readers of prose written letter of consent before enrolling in guments in a logical, sustained, and persuasive manner.
in a variety of periods, disciplines, and English 110.
rhetorical contexts, and in becoming English 110 is a reading and writing
skilled writers who compose for a variety intensive course offered during the fall
ENGLISH ELECTIVES
of purposes. Both their writing and their semester. Three hours of college credit
reading should make students aware of may be earned through UMKC; tuition HN30531
the interactions among a writer’s must be paid to UMKC in order to receive DUAL CREDIT FUNDAMENTALS OF
purposes, audience expectations, and college credit. English 110 focuses on SPEECH
1/2 UNIT
subjects as well as the way generic critical thinking, reading and analysis of Semester
11-12 Weighted
conventions and the resources of written texts, and the analysis and Grade Levels:
language contribute to effectiveness in synthesis of ideas. These ideas produce Prerequisite: To enroll for college credit,
students must have a 3.0 GPA with proficiency
writing. Writing will be graded at the the foundation for students’ essays.
in reading on the Compass or ACT test.
college level and there will be extensive
Students may take the Compass at Longview
outside reading assignments required for HN3112
Community College
this class. Summer Assignment is ENGLISH 214
This course is designed to help students
required. To receive weighted credit, a Semester
1/2 UNIT
improve their public speaking skills.
student must take the AP test in the Grade Levels:
12 Weighted/
Students will use a variety of techniques
spring.
College Credit
to outline, write and present a variety of
Prerequisite: 3.0 overall GPA and
different types of public speeches.
H30625
successful completion of English 110
Studies will include both formal and
ENGLISH IV
English 214 is offered during the spring
informal
speaking
situations.
Year
1 UNIT
semester and is designed to provide an
Recommended for all college-bound
Grade Levels:
12
in-depth study of the elements of
students. Three hours of college
Students will analyze literature and fiction: character, setting, plot, symbol,
credit may be earned through MCCKC
informational text throughout the year. structure, etc. Students will be
.(SPDR 100]); Tuition will be paid
There will be mini writings within each unit exposed to good literature and
directly to directly to the college to
that lead to an expanded unit essay. challenged to think more deeply about
receive college credit.
Each semester will include an extensive what they read in terms of universal
research component.
messages. Students will write
H32201 JOURNALISM 1
numerous analytical short assignments
Year 1 Unit
HN3143
and at least one major paper analyzing
Grade Levels: 9-12
AP (ADVANCED PLACEMENT)
similar themes, characters, etc. found
ENGLISH: LITERATURE AND
among the works they read. Three
The course provides each student with an
COMPOSITION
hours of college credit may be earned
introduction to the skills used in student
Year
1 UNIT
through UMKC; tuition must be paid to
media. Students will prepare to work on
Grade Levels:
12 Weighted
UMKC in order to receive college
the school publications. The class will
The AP English Literature and credit.
address reporting, writing, copy editing,
Composition course engages students in
basic photography, skills in design and
the careful reading and critical analysis
IB ENGLISH COURSES
layout. In order to enroll in subsequent
of works of literary merit. Through the
journalism courses you must pass this
close reading of selected texts, students HI 2001 IB ENGLISH HL 1
course with a C or better and complete
deepen their understanding of the ways Year
1 Unit
an application in room 202.
writers use language to provide both Grade Level:
11 Weighted
meaning and pleasure for their readers. Prerequisite: Advanced English I and
H32202 JOURNALISM 2
As they read, students consider a work's Advanced English II are strongly recomYear 1 Unit
structure, style, and themes as well as mended
Grade Levels: 10-12
other narrative techniques. Writing will HI 20012 IB ENGLISH HL 2
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of
be graded using the AP 9-point scale and Year
1 Unit
Journalism 1
there will be extensive outside reading Grade Level:
12 Weighted
Students in this course will work for the
assignments required for this class. Prerequisite: Successful Completion of IB
student media team, RayPecNOW. StuEnglish HL 1
39
HN3270
dents will build upon skills developed in H3221
ADVANCED COMPETITIVE DEBATE
Journalism 1 as well as address a deeper NEWS BUREAU
(Formerly Advanced Debate)
1/2 UNIT
understanding for student media. In this Semester
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade
Levels:
11-12
course time will be specifically dedicated
Grade
Levels:
9-12
Weighted
Prerequisite:
Recommendation
by
to refining story angles, writing features
Communication Arts teacher or Prerequisite: Successful Completion of
and profiles, telling stories through phoexperience in Journalism courses as well Debate
tography with emphasis on composition
as a completed application found in room Advanced Debate will focus on refining
and lighting, and packaging photography 202
research,
argumentation,
and
and writing through design and layout. News Bureau will provide students with presentation skills as well as advanced
Students should be advised this course an introduction to public relations work. debate theory and strategy. Emphasis
will require time outside of the class com- Students will write press releases, develop is placed in in-depth analysis of the
pleting assignments.
publicity plans for school events and current Policy, Lincoln-Douglas, and/or
design various newsletters. The class will Public Forum topics. Students receive
act as an intermediary between the weighted credit only for the initial
H32203 JOURNALISM 3
community and high school by providing semester of completion. Regular (non
Year 1 Unit
information to both internal and external weighted) credit will be earned additional
Grade Levels: 11-12
semesters. A student taking beginning
media. Repeatable for credit.
Journalism 2
Debate during 1st semester may enroll in
Students in this course will work for the H32721
Adv. Debate second semester if
approved. *All students are required
student media team, RayPecNOW. Stu- COMPETITIVE DEBATE
(Formerly
Debate)
to compete in a minimum of 2
dents will build upon skills developed in
Semester
1/2
UNIT
interscholastic debate tournaments in
Journalism 1 and 2 as well as address a
Grade
Levels:
9-12
both debate and a public speaking
deeper understanding for student media.
Basic
debate
introduces
students
to
event during each semester. There
In this course time will be specifically
competitive interscholastic debate. are several weekend tournaments
dedicated to refining skills in sports reCritical thinking, argumentation, research, available throughout the semester to
porting, opinion writing, social media re- teamwork, writing, and public speaking fulfill
this
requirement.
porting, photo editing, multimedia skills are developed through the course **Participation and attendance is
storytelling, alternative storytelling using work and competitive process. All required when Ray-Pec hosts our
infographic sources and digital publica- students are required to compete in invitational tournament.
tion. Students should be advised this one
extracurricular
debate
course will require time outside of the competition per semester. There are HN32725 DUAL CREDIT ADVANCED
several weekend tournaments COMPETITIVE DEBATE
class completing assignments.
available throughout the semester to Year
1 Unit
fulfill this requirement. Participation Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted
H32204 JOURNALISM 4
is also required for both Friday and Prerequisite: To enroll for college credit,
Year 1 Unit
Saturday of Ray-Pec’s invitational must have a 3.0 GPA and a 21 or higher
Grade Levels: 12
debate tournament to complete.
on the ACT. Students who do not meet
Journalism 3
Students in this course will work for the
student media team, RayPecNOW. Students will build upon skills developed in
Journalism 1-3 as well as address a
deeper understanding for student media.
In this course time will be specifically
dedicated to refining skills in coaching
writers, editorial leadership, branding,
photo managements, editorial policy,
theme development, and
deadline management. Students should
be advised this course will require time
outside of the class completing assignments.
those requirements may be considered
with a letter of recommendation.
Advanced Debate will focus on refining
research, argumentation, and presentation skills, as well as advanced debate
theory and strategy. Emphasis on indepth analysis of current debate topics.
Units include Student Congress, Extemporaneous Speaking and Mock Trial.
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MODERN LANGUAGE OFFERINGS
Our mission is to provide an understanding of foreign languages and culture in an effort to enhance our
economic competitiveness abroad, improve global communication and understanding, and maintain
national, political and security interests.
Foreign language courses are NOT required to graduate from Raymore-Peculiar High School but are strongly
recommended or required for all four
year colleges and universities.
H3512 FRENCH I
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
English 2nd semester
This course assumes no prior knowledge
of French. The purpose of French 1 is to
develop advanced thinking skills that can
be applied to future study of French, and
eventually college-level work. French 1 will
familiarize students with French cultures
and life, and aid them in the application of
the language. Projects in this course will
reinforce and develop the student's
knowledge of the language and cultures
around the world that use the French
language every day. The study of French will
enrich the student's school experiences and
teach them to appreciate and value other
cultures outside of their own. French 1 is
important in the development of critical
thinking skills. By the end of the year
students' will be able to communicate at a
basic level through speaking, reading,
listening and writing. RECOMMENDED
GRADE: It is recommended that students
have at least a C- in both semesters of
their CA class the year prior to studying
Spanish or French 1.
H3522 FRENCH II
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of both
semesters of French I
This course assumes successful
completion of French 1. The purpose of
French 2 is to develop advanced thinking
skills that can be applied to future study of
French, and eventually college-level work.
French 2 will familiarize students with
French cultures and life, and aid them in
the application of the language. Projects in
this course will reinforce and develop the
student's knowledge of the language and
cultures around the world that use the
French language every day. The study of
French will enrich the student's school
experiences and further their appreciation
and value of other cultures outside of their
own. French 2 is important in the
development of critical thinking skills. By the
end of the year students' will be able to
communicate at a more advanced level
through speaking, reading, listening and
writing. Grade Recommendation: For
students wishing to take this course, it
is recommended that they receive a Cor above in the Level 1 course. It is also
recommended that students do not skip
years between studying French 1 and 2.
H35323 FRENCH III
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
both semesters of French II
This course is designed to prepare
college-bound students for advanced
levels of the French language and culture.
Students will develop interpersonal,
interpretive
and
presentational
communication skills necessary for
success. This course continues extensive
vocabulary and grammar study, as well as
geography, literature, theater, film and
music. For students wishing to take this
course, it is recommended that they
receive a C or above in the Level 2
course. In this course, French is used
almost exclusively in the classroom by both
the teacher and the students.
H35421 FRENCH IV
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12 Weighted
both semesters of French III
A college-level course intended for
students in their fourth year of study in
French. This course is designed to prepare
students for the French Language and
Cultural examination. Students will display
mastery with written structure and impromptu
conversation in the target language. Through
daily assignments, class projects, and a
variety of assessments, upper level students
will learn about French Literature, theater,
music, geography, and films. For students
wishing to take this course, it is
recommended that they receive a C or
above in French III. Students who enroll in
this course should already have a good
command of the grammar and considerable
competence in listening, reading, speaking
and writing. French is used almost
exclusively in the classroom by both the
teacher and the students.
H3612 SPANISH I
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
English for the 2nd semester
This course assumes no prior knowledge
of Spanish. The purpose of Spanish 1 is to
develop advanced thinking skills that can be
applied to future study of Spanish, and
eventually college-level work. Spanish 1 will
familiarize students with Hispanic cultures
reinforce and develop the students
around the world that use the Spanish
language every day. The study of Spanish
will enrich the student's school experiences
and teach them to appreciate and value other
cultures outside of their own. Spanish 1 is
41
important in the development of critical HN3632 SPANISH III
vocabulary and grammatical topics while
thinking skills. By the end of the year
students' will be able to communicate at a
basic level through speaking, reading,
listening and writing. This course is for
students that do NOT wish to take the IB
course or the IB test. RECOMMENDED
GRADE: It is recommended that students
have at least a C- in both semesters of
their CA class the year prior to studying
Spanish or French 1.
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of both
semesters of Spanish I
This course assumes successful
completion of Spanish 1. The purpose of
Spanish 2 is to develop advanced thinking
skills that can be applied to future study of
Spanish, and eventually college-level work.
Spanish 2 will familiarize students with
Hispanic cultures and life, and aid them in
the application of the language. Projects in
this course will reinforce and develop the
student's knowledge of the language and
cultures around the world that use the
Spanish language every day. The study of
Spanish will enrich the student's school
experiences and further their appreciation
and value of other cultures outside of their
own. Spanish 2 is important in the
end of the year students' will be able to
communicate at a more advanced level
writing. RECOMMENDED GRADE: It is
recommended that students have at least
a C- in both semesters of Spanish 1. It is
also recommended that students do not
skip years between studying Spanish 1
and 2.
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
Weighted/College Credit
Prerequisite: Completed Spanish II with a
C 2nd semester-To enroll for college credit
through UMKC, students must have a 3.0
GPA.
Spanish 110/5 hours UMKC credit
Spanish III is a full-year course where
students will continue their study of the
Spanish language. Students taking this
course must have successfully completed
Spanish II with a C the second semester.
Spanish 3 is a weighted course that will
develop advanced thinking skills that can
be applied to the study of college-level
Spanish. Spanish 3 will continue to
reinforce and develop the students
around the world that use the Spanish
language every day. Students will be
expected to learn advanced vocabulary and
grammatical topics while reading authentic
literature. The study of Spanish will enrich
the student's school experiences and teach
them to appreciate and value other cultures
outside of their own. Spanish 3 is important
in the development of critical thinking skills.
By the end of the year students' will be able
to communicate at a high basic to lowintermediate level through speaking,
reading,
listening
and
writing.
RECOMMENDED
GRADE:
It
is
a C- in both semesters of Spanish 2. For
students wishing to receive UMKC credit, it
is recommended that they have a minimum
GPA of 3.0.
H3639 SPANISH III
HN3642 SPANISH IV
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level
10
Prerequisite: Completed 2nd semester of
Spanish II with a C
Spanish III is a full-year course where students will continue their study of the Spanish language. Students taking this course
must have successfully completed Spanish
II with a C (second semester). Spanish III
for sophomores is not a weighted course
nor is it dual-credit. The course will continue to familiarize students with Hispanic
cultures and life and aide them in the application of the language. Projects in this
course will reinforce and develop the students' knowledge of the language and cultures around the world that use the Spanish
language every day. Students will be expected to learn advanced vocabulary and
grammatical topics while reading authentic
literature. The study of Spanish will enrich
the student's school experiences and teach
them to appreciate and value other cultures
outside of their own. By the end of the year,
students will be able to communicate at a
high basic to low-intermediate level through
speaking, reading, listening and writing.
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted
Prerequisite: Completed Spanish III with a
C 2nd semester-To enroll for college credit
GPA.
Spanish 4 is a full-year course where
students will continue their study of the
Spanish language. Students taking
this course must have successfully
completed Spanish 3 with a C the second
semester. Spanish 4 is a weighted course
that will develop advanced thinking skills
that can be applied to the study of collegelevel Spanish. Spanish 4 will continue to
the language. Students will continue to
improve their skills in listening, reading,
writing and speaking. Projects and
assignments in this course will reinforce
and develop the student's knowledge of the
language and cultures around the world that
use the Spanish language every day.
Students will be expected to learn advanced
H3622 SPANISH II
reading authentic literature, listening to
audio of native speakers, giving speeches
over prepared topics, various forms of
writing and studying the history and culture
of Spanish speaking countries.. The study
of Spanish will enrich the student's school
experiences and teach them to appreciate
and value other cultures outside of their
own. Spanish 4 is important in the
end of the year students will be able to
communicate at an intermediate level
writing. RECOMMENDED GRADE: It is
a C- in both semesters of Spanish 3. For
students wishing to receive UMKC credit,
it is recommended that they have a
minimum GPA of 3.0.
HI 2101 IB SPANISH IV
(UMKC Spanish 110/120)
This course is the third step in the IB Spanish path.
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Weighted
Prerequisite: C- or better in Advanced
Spanish 2. To enroll for college credit
GPA.
IB Spanish 4 / UMKC Spanish 110/120 will
provide students with the opportunity to acquire or develop an additional language and
to promote an understanding of other cultures through the study of the four primary
language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The student will be assessed through activities including oral and
listening interaction, a range of reading texts
at various levels of difficulty, and the use of
the language in a communicative nature in
writing tasks. This course may be taken for
high school credit, college credit (through
UMKC) and/or for IB purposes.
HI 21012 IB SPANISH V
(UMKC Spanish 211/221)
This course if the fourth step in the IB
Spanish path.
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level:
12 Weighted
Prerequisite: C- or better in IB Spanish 4.
To enroll for college credit through UMKC,
students must have a 3.0 GPA.
IB Spanish 5 / UMKC 211/221 will provide
students with the opportunity to acquire or
develop an additional language and to promote an understanding of other cultures
through the study of the four primary language skills: listening, speaking, reading
and writing. The student will be assessed
through activities including oral and listening interaction, a range of reading texts at
various levels of difficulty, and the use of the
language in a communicative nature in writing tasks. This course may be taken for high
school credit, college credit (through UMKC)
and/or for IB purposes.
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MATHEMATICS EDUCATION OFFERINGS
The mission of the Mathematics Department is to prepare students to be mathematically literate in a
technologically changing society.
MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM CHART
**All students must acquire three credits of math to satisfy the mathematics graduation requirement
requirement.
Students who took Algebra I in 8th grade and earned a C- or better are eligible to earn course credit after completing 3 math credits at RPHS
Level 1
Algebra I
(may be
taken in
8th grade)
Level 2
Level 3
Geometry
(passing
grade in
Algebra I)
Algebra II
(passing
grade in
Geometry)
Advanced
Geometry
(a grade of
an A or B in
Algebra is
required)
Advanced
Algebra II
(a grade of
an A or B in
Advanced
Geometry is
required)
Advanced
Algebra II
(a grade of
an A or B in
Advanced
Geometry is
required)
Math Electives (pre-requisites in parentheses)
Advanced Math Topics (Successful completion of Algebra II)
Statistics (C or better in Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II)
College Algebra (passing grade in Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II)
Dual Credit College Algebra (B or better in Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II)
Trigonometry (C or better in Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II)
Analytical Geometry (C or better in Trigonometry)
Calculus (C or better in both Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry)
Business Math (seniors only; for
those who failed Alg. II and need a
3rd math credit)
IB TRACK
Advanced
Geometry
(a grade of
an A or B in
Algebra is
required)
Level 4
IB Math SL I
IB Math SL 2
OR
OR
IB Math
Studies SL 1
IB Math
Studies SL 2
Continued Math Studies (2nd
semester seniors only; for those who
have completed Algebra II off-cycle)
If a student fails Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II During the first semester they will be required to take the
first semester of that course during the second semester of that year.
H50220 Algebra I (first half during second semester) - H50221 Algebra 1(second half during first semester)
H50511 Geometry(first half during second semester) - H50512 Geometry(second half during first semester)
H50610 Algebra II(first half during second semester) - H50611 Algebra II(Second half during first semester)
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H5021
course does not meet the mathematics technology or business. Topics may
ALGEBRA I
requirement for college-bound students. include equations, inequalities, graph
Year
1 UNIT
theory, matrices, polynomial and radical
Grade Level:
9
H5062
expressions, quadratic functions, conic
Traditional Algebra I topics covered: ALGEBRA II
sections, rational expressions,
operations with integers, solving Year
1 UNIT
exponential and logarithmic functions,
equations, ratios, proportional reasoning Grade Levels:
10-12
discrete mathematics and probability and
and statistics, percents, linear equations Prerequisite: Successful completion of trigonometric functions.
and graphs, operations with exponents, Geometry
and systems of equations and Recommended for student in non- H51610
inequalities.
mathematics and non-science fields. COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Topics include solving equations, solving (Formerly Intro to College Algebra)
H5051
systems of equations and inequalities, Year
1 UNIT
GEOMETRY
solving quadratics, polynomial functions, Grade Levels:
11-12
Year
1 UNIT
exponential and logarithmic functions, Prerequisites: Successful completion of
Grade Levels:
9-12
rational and radical functions, probability Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II
Prerequisite: Successful completion of and statistics, and trigonometric This course will provide students with
Algebra I
functions.
traditional Algebraic skills at a level
This course will be a study of basic
necessary for success in college. (Not
geometric figures and their relationships. H50621
weighted/not for college credit)
Topics to be covered will include: ADVANCED MATH TOPICS
geometric reasoning, parallels and Year
1 UNIT
HN51611
polygons, triangle congruence, perimeter, Grade Levels
11-12
DUAL CREDIT COLLEGE ALGEBRA
area, surface area, and volume, similar Prerequisite: Successful completion of (Formerly College Algebra)
polygons, circles, and trigonometry.
Algebra II
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Math Topics is intended to prepare Grade Levels:
11-12
H5052
students to enter the world of work in the Weighted/College Credit
ADVANCED GEOMETRY
twenty-first century. In this course, Prerequisite: A grade of B or better in
Year
1 UNIT
students will solve real-world problems Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II- In
Grade Levels:
9-12
with many applications to business. order to receive college credit from the
Prerequisite: A grade of A or B in Algebra Unique problem situations will be explored University of Central Missouri, a student
This is a recommended course for to enhance students’ critical thinking and must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and a 22
students planning to take the higher level mathematical reasoning skills. Students or higher on the Math portion of the ACT
mathematics courses. This course will will be required to solve such problems test.
cover the same topics as Geometry, but through modeling and other forms of UCM Math 1111
3 credit hours
at a faster pace and more in-depth.
representation.
The discrete A minimum ACT math score of 20 and a
This course will be a study of basic mathematics semester will include topics 3.0 GPA is required for students to take
geometric figures and their relationships. such as election theory, fair division and the course for college credit.
Topics to be covered will include: graph theory. The statistics semester will This course will consist of a basic review
geometric reasoning, parallels and include topics such as probability and of the laws of exponents, operations with
polygons, triangle congruence, perimeter, counting techniques, measures of central radical expressions and rational
area, surface area, volume, similar tendency and dispersion, and properties exponents, polynomial identities, factoring
polygons, circles, and trigonometry.
of normal distributions. Due to the and operations with rational expressions.
similar nature of material, students Students will solve linear, absolute value,
H5202
who are enrolled in Advanced Math quadratic, polynomial and rational
MATHEMATICS WITH BUSINESS
Topics during second semester cannot equations and inequalities; equations
APPLICATIONS
have previously earned credit in involving radical, exponential and
Year
1 UNIT
Statistics or be concurrently enrolled logarithmic equations, and systems of
Grade Levels:
12
in Statistics.
equations along with applications. The
course covers the graphs of lines and
Geometry and for a senior needing a 3rd H5071
conic sections, the concepts of functions,
math credit. You will need teacher/ ADVANCED ALGEBRA II
domain, range, operations with functions,
counselor or administrative approval to Year
1 UNIT
rigid and nonrigid transformations with
enroll in this course.
Grade Levels:
10-12
functions as well as the properties of
This course will use expand previously Prerequisite: A grade of A or B in linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential
learned math concepts and skills through Advanced Geometry
and logarithmic functions, applications
applications found in daily personal Recommended for students who plan to and modeling.
finance and business situations. This pursue a career in mathematics, science,
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HN5082 TRIGONOMETRY
H5010 CONTINUED MATH STUDIES
HI 2301 IB MATH STUDIES SL 1
Semester
½ Unit
Year
1 Unit
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
12
Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Grade Levels:11-12 Weighted/College Credit
This course is designed and recom- Prerequisite: Strongly recommend a grade
Prerequisites: A C or better in Algebra
mended only for senior students who have of A/B in Advanced Algebra II
II or Advanced Algebra II
finished their Algebra 2 coursework after Recommended for those considering a
UMKC Math 125 2 credit hours
the first semester of their senior year. This non-Math/Science major in college.
This course will focus on a study of course will provide students with contin- In this course students will study Statistrigonometric functions, trigonometric ued development of their algebraic skills tics and Probability (measures of central
identities and graphing trigonometric as well as entry-level exposure to other tendency and dispersion, correlation cofunctions. In order to receive college credit mathematical elements and topics for the efficient, line of regression, line of best fit,
students cumulative GPA must be at least sole purpose of keeping their mathemati- normal distributions); Sequences and
cal skills current and refreshed for better
a 3.0.
Series (arithmetic and geometric); Funcsuccess in college.
tions (linear, quadratic, exponential, polyHN5152 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY
nomial, rational). Students will complete
Spring Semester Only 1/2 UNIT
IB MATH COURSES
a mock Internal Assessment in the spring
Grade Levels:
11-12
of this year.
HI 2311 IB MATHEMATICS SL1
Prerequisite: A C or better in
Year
1 Unit
HI 23012 IB MATH STUDIES SL 2
Trigonometry
Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Year
1 Unit
UMKC Math 2023 credit hours
Prerequisite: Strongly recommend a grade Grade Level:
12 Weighted
This course will focus on analytic of A/B in Advanced Algebra II
Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
geometry, including conic sections, polar Recommended for those considering a
Math Studies SL 1
coordinates, complex numbers and some Math/Science major in college.
In this course students will study Logic
work with vectors and solid geometry. In In this course students will study trigo- (compound statements and negations,
order to receive college credit, a students nometry (right triangle trigonometry, unit truth tables, set theory); Probability (mucircle, trigonometric functions and identi- tually and non-mutually exclusive events,
cumulative GPA must be at least a 3.0.
ties); statistics and probability (measures independent and dependent events, conof central tendency, correlation coefficient, ditional probabilities, expected value);
HN5092 STATISTICS
line of regression, line of best fit, probabil- Geometry and Trigonometry (sine and
Semester
1/2 UNIT
ity of events, normal and binomial distri- cosine rules, solid geometry, distance and
Grade Levels: 11/12 Weighted/College
butions); sequences and series (arith- angle measure in 3D space); Differential
Credit
metic, geometric, sums of finite and infi- Calculus (derivative as rate of change, inPrerequisite: A grade of C or better in
nite series); and functions (quadratic, ex- creasing and decreasing functions, local
Algebra II or Advanced Algebra II
ponential, logarithmic, transformations). max and min values). Students will comUMKC Stat 235 3 credit hours
This course will acquaint the student with Students will begin work on the Internal plete their Internal Assessment by November of this year. The Internal Assessment
the fundamentals of statistics distributed Assessment.
is a self-designed project in which stuover a wide variety of applications
dents collect, analyze and evaluate relincluding economics, business, HI 23112 IB MATHEMATICS SL 2
1 Unit
education, psychology, sociology, biology Year
evant data. Students will also take the
12 Weighted
and medicine. In order to receive college Grade Level:
External assessment in the spring of this
Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
credit a student's cumulative GPA must Mathematics SL 1
year.
be at least a 3.0.
In this course students will study Vectors (scalar product, angle between vecHN5112 CALCULUS
tors, operations with vectors, position and
unit vectors); Calculus (limits, first and
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level: 12 Weighted/College Credit second derivatives, maximum/minimum,
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in both integration and its applications). Students
will complete their Internal Assessment
Trigonometry & Analytic Geometry
by December of this year. The Internal
UMKC Math 2104 credit hours
Assessment is a 6-12 page exploration
This course is designed to provide student of a mathematical concept. Students will
proficiency in the applications of functions, also take the External assessment in the
limits, continuity, derivatives and spring of this year.
integrals. In order to receive college credit
a student's cumulative GPA must be at
least a 3.0.
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SOCIAL STUDIES OFFERINGS
It is the goal of the Social Studies Department to demonstrate to students the importance of
citizenship in the United States, to relate the historical, political, and social influences on the
responsibilities of citizens in our society and on their position in a global economy.
REQUIRED COURSES
H4032 AMERICAN HISTORY
Year/Required
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
9
Students are required to pass this course
or Advanced American History for
graduation.
This American History course is
designed to introduce students to the
changes in the U.S. through political,
economic, social, and industrial
expansion by studying the eras of
Reconstruction through today’s “war on
terrorism.” Additionally, this course will
give students an understanding of the
importance of functioning in a culturally
diverse America. Students will
demonstrate their mastery of these
concepts through multiple instructional
methodologies.
H4012 WORLD HISTORY
Year/Required
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
10
Students are required to pass this course
or AP World History for graduation.
This course is a social, cultural, economic
and political study of mankind from
primitive beginnings to the present.
Students will be introduced to such topics
through comparative analysis from
antiquity through the modern age. Special
emphasis will be given to the many and
varied contributions to the world cultural
growth that have been made by all
humanity; ethnic, racial, gender and
religious.
H4002 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
Year/Required
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11
This course examines the origins,
development, and basic structure of the
United States’ government. Students will
take the U.S. and Missouri Constitution
Exams as part of this course, and must
pass the exam and course in order to
graduate.
ELECTIVES
H40399 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
Algebra I
This course is designed to introduce
students to the major concepts of
economics, both at the individual and
domestic levels. Students will learn about
how individuals make decisions based on
preferences and limitations. Those who
enroll in this course will explore pricing
and markets, as well as how the United
States and foreign governments use policy
to attempt to affect the economy.
H4042 SOCIOLOGY
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
Sociology is the study of our society. It
is concerned with groups, how they are
formed, how they interact, how they
change and the problems they encounter.
Areas covered include social structure,
social institutions, and the socialization
process.
H4040 HOLOCAUST STUDIES
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
This course will focus on the Holocaust
that occurred in Europe during World War
II. Students will learn the causes, events
that transpired for Nazi soldiers, Jews and
civilian Europeans, and the aftermath of
the Holocaust. Students will also spend
time learning about other genocidal
situations that occurred globally since the
1940’s. This class is taught using a
multimedia/multidisciplinary approach.
Students can expect to see a variety of
dramatic films and documentaries, listen
to memoirs of survivors, read literary works
and graphic novels, and conduct their own
research into an area of their choosing.
We will also be examining the Holocaust
from a variety of perspectives, including
historical, literary, artistic, scientific,
religious, cultural, philosophical, ethical
and diplomatic points of view.
H4052 PSYCHOLOGY
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
This class encompasses the study of
individual human behavior. Areas included
are human development, learning,
intelligence, emotions, stress and
personality disturbances.
H4072 LAW ENFORCEMENT
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
This course will acquaint the student with
the history of law, the need for laws and
how they are enforced. It provides
practiced information that develops in
students, the knowledge for survival in our
law-saturated society. Areas covered are
criminal law and civil law, including torts,
family law and consumer law.
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HN4161
HN4102 WESTERN CIVILIZATION 201
H40821 MODERN CRITICAL ISSUES
AP (ADVANCED PLACEMENT)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Semester
1/2 UNIT
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT &
Grade Levels:
11-12
Grade Level:
11-12
POLITICS
This exciting class is the study of
Year
1 UNIT
3 hours UMKC credit
economic, political, and cultural events
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted that shape our daily lives. Students will
Prerequisite:
3.0 GPA
A survey examination of the development This class fulfills the Foundations of read various contemporary magazines
of the ideas and institutions peculiar to Government/Political Studies Requirement
and newspapers, and will analyze the
western cultural traditions from their AP Government offers students the significance of each event on a
origins in pre-history, Near Eastern and opportunity to read and analyze materials community, state, national, and world
Mediterranean civilizations culminating in in a college-level text and various primary level. This course requires a great deal of
the fall of western civilization and and secondary sources as they study the outside reading and writing.
subsequent rebirth during the Middle relationship between politics and
Ages, Renaissance and Reformation, government. This course includes a
IB HISTORY COURSES
3500 B.C. to 1600 A.D.. Students may comprehensive study of the art of politics
take either WC 201, 202 or both. A term and the workings of contemporary HI 2201 IB HISTORY OF THE
paper will be required for completion of American political behavior as a primary AMERICAS HL 1
this course.
social force. Students with a special Year 1 Unit--Fulfills Government requirement
interest in political science, law, or citizen Grade Level:
11 Weighted
HN4112 WESTERN CIVILIZATION 202
political involvement will participate in a AP World History is Strongly Recommended
Semester
1/2 UNIT
variety of activities which will allow them HI 22012 IB HISTORY OF THE
Grade Levels:
11-12
to apply theory into practice. Attention AMERICAS HL 2
will also be given to comparative Year:
1 Unit
3 hours UMKC credit
government, political frameworks, and Grade Level:
12 Weighted
Prerequisite:
3.0 GPA
political change. The grade for this Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
A survey examination of the beginnings course is weighted. Students are History of the Americas HL1
of modern western cultural, social, expected (although not required) to take Over two years students will cover Ameriintellectual and political transformations the course Advanced Placement Exam. can History along with Canadian and Latin
in Europe finalized in the establishment Students will also be required to attend a American Histories. The course will focus
of an Ameri-based civilization following local government meeting (i.e. school on peacekeeping as well as threats to
World War II, 1600 A.D. to present. board or city council).
peace such as war during the twentieth
Students may take either WC 201, 202
century, single party dictatorships, and the
or both. A term paper will be required for H41632
Cold War. Students will explore the changcompletion of this course.
ADVANCED AMERICAN HISTORY
ing American role during these events.
(Formerly Pre AP American History)
Students will practice historical research
Year
1 UNIT
HN4122 AMERICAN HISTORY 101
and prepare for the HL exam at the end of
Grade Levels:
9th grade
Semester
1/2 UNIT
the twelfth grade year. Completion of the
Grade Level:
12 Weighted/ students can take in place of regular
eleventh grade year of History of the AmeriCollege Credit
American History
cas will fulfill the required American Gov3 hours UMKC credit
Advanced American History provides an
ernment and Constitution tests during.
Prerequisite:
3.0 GPA
opportunity for advanced students to read
This survey course in early American and analyze a college text and various
history examines the period of exploration primary and secondary sources. HI 2210 IB PSYCHOLOGY SL
1 Unit
and colonization and the social, cultural Students will work with political cartoons, Semester
Grade
Levels:
11-12 Weighted
and political development of the early artwork, music, architecture, speeches,
This
one-year
course
aims to develop an
United States to 1877. Students may essays, articles, graphs, film, maps and
awareness
of
how
research
findings can
take either AH 101, 102 or both. A term books. The course covers the history of
be
applied
to
better
understand
human
paper will be required for completion of the U.S. from colonization to the present
this course.
and emphasizes major themes. Methods behavior and how ethical practices are upof instruction and evaluation include held in psychological inquiry. Students will
HN4132 AMERICAN HISTORY 102
lecture, discussion, debates, projects, a apply three strategies (biological, cognitive, and sociocultural) of inquiry explainSemester
1/2 UNIT
variety of written assignments, and oral
ing, predicting, and evaluating changes in
presentations.
Grade Level: 12 Weighted/College Credit
human behavior. In addition, students will
3 hours UMKC credit
explore alternative explanations of behavHN4165 AP WORLD HISTORY
Prerequisite:
3.0 GPA
ior and use diverse methods of psycho1 UNIT
This class includes an examination of the Year
10-12 Weighted logical inquiry.
development of the United States as a Grade Level:
AP
World
History
is
an advanced
world power, from 1877 - present. It also
encompasses the modern period of weighted class that can be taken instead
American History and the social, of the required world history course. This
industrial, and political growth of the is for advanced students who wish to
nation. Students may take either AH 101, challenge themselves by using college
102 or both. A term paper will be required level materials. It is a social, cultural,
economic and political study of mankind
for completion of this course.
from primitive beginnings to the present
following the College board curriculum to
prepare students for the AP World History
test. To receive weighted credit, a student
must take the AP test in the spring.
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SCIENCE EDUCATION OFFERINGS
The mission of the Science Department is to foster an environment which will enable students to
become critical thinkers and to promote an understanding of how science will affect their daily lives.
**All students must acquire three credits of science to satisfy the science graduation requirement. One credit must be biology.
th
10th
9
Environmental /
Earth Science
(if needing
more science
support)
General Biology
OR
Adv. Biology
General
Biology
OR
Pre-AP
Biology
Physical
Science
OR
General
Chemistry
11th
Physical
Science
OR
General
Chemistry
General
Chemistry
OR
AP Biology
OR
AP Chemistry
12th
General
Chemistry
OR
AP Biology
OR
AP Chemistry
AP Biology
OR
AP Chemistry
OR
Another
science
elective
**Science Electives
AP Chemistry (11-12)
Historical Geology (11-12)
Physics (11-12)
Atmospheric Science (11-12)
Botany (11-12)
Field Biology (11-12)
Genetics (11-12)
Astronomy (11-12)
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11-12)
**Refer to course guide for necessary prerequisites.
IB TRACK
General Biology
OR
Adv. Biology
General
Chemistry
IB Biology
HL 1
OR
IB Chemistry HL 1
OR
IB Environmental
Systems and
Societies SL 1
IB Biology HL 2
OR
IB Chemistry HL 2
Class of 2017
will take
IB Chemistry SL2
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
REQUIRED COURSES
All students must complete three
years of science to satisfy the required
science curriculum for graduation including one Biological Science and
one Physical Science. One of those
three classes must be Biology or Biology taken in the Freshman or
Sophomore years.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
H6032
BIOLOGY
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
9-10
Recommended: A B- or better in 8th
grade science.
This course is designed to provide
students with a thorough coverage of
biological concepts which form the
foundation for additional work in the
biological sciences. Areas to be covered
include scientific methods, cell
chemistry, cell structure, cell processes,
DNA, genetics and ecology. When
appropriate, labs or activities will be used
to reinforce major topics.
OR
H6035
ADVANCED BIOLOGY
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
9-10
Recommended: An A- or better in 8th
grade science.
This is a laboratory-oriented course for
the college-bound student with an interest
in life sciences. The analytical and critical
thinking skills students will develop will
help to prepare them for Advanced
Placement Biology. This course will fulfill
the biology requirement for graduation.
H6010
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
10-12
This class will give students a beginning
knowledge of their physical world. It will
include topics related to the structure of
matter, physical properties and chemical
properties of matter, motion, forces,
Newton’s Laws, work and energy.
Calculations for this class require basic
algebra knowledge.
H6072
CHEMISTRY
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion or
concurrent enrollment in Biology and
Algebra 1
Chemistry is the study of matter and the
changes in the composition of matter that
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affects our daily lives. Topics covered from to be able to complete the labs. Prerequisite: C average or better in Biology
include atomic theory, phases of matter, Students should also expect to spend at This course is a practical hands-on
chemical formulas, equations and least five hours a week in individual study science course for students wishing to
reactions, stoichiometry, and acids and outside the classroom to be successful. learn about the growth and care of plants
bases. Lab work is included to help To receive weighted credit, a student commonly grown in the yard, garden and
students understand the basic principles must take the AP test in the spring.
indoors both at home and commercially.
covered in this course, as well as to
enhance each student’s laboratory skills. H6002
H6142
ENVIRONMENTAL/EARTH SCIENCE
FIELD BIOLOGY
Year
1 UNIT
HN6092
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
9
PHYSICS
Grade Levels:
11-12
Recommended: Students that have Prerequisite: C average or better in Biology
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted completed 8th grade science but require This course will be a thorough study of
Prerequisite: Successful completion or additional time and support to master the plant and animal classifications found
current enrollment in Trigonometry and a science learning standards.
in North America. It is designed for those
This course is designed for incoming students desiring more study in biological
3.0 GPA
Matter and energy relationships as freshmen who need to work on the sciences. A project (insect collection)
evidenced in mechanics, kinetics and development of their science skills and is required.
heat are studied in this course. core knowledge. The purpose is to give
Laboratory experiences help to place an students a beginning knowledge of earth H6112
emphasis on problem solving while science. This course will cover inquiry, HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
reinforcing the basic principles covered geology, water and the atmosphere, Year
1 UNIT
in class. Typical lab experiments are the astronomy, and environmental science. In Grade Levels:
11-12
velocity and acceleration of objects, addition, critical thinking and writing skills Prerequisite: C average or better in Biology
conservation of energy and momentum. will be developed through processing This course is intended to familiarize
Formal lab reports are required for this learned concepts in writing assignments students with the function of their bodies
and hands-on activities.
course.
beyond those covered in biology. Areas
of emphasis will be tissues, directional
ELECTIVE COURSES
H6044
terminology, organs and body systems.
HISTORICAL GEOLOGY
HN6084
Cat dissections will be mandatory to
Semester
1/2 UNIT
AP CHEMISTRY
reinforce students’ understanding of the
Grade Levels:
11-12
Year
1 UNIT
structure and function of the body. This
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted Prerequisite: Successful completion of class may be used to prepare those
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology
students who are interested in further
This course will cover the earth processes specialized work in health-related fields.
Algebra II and Chemistry
Recommended: C average or better in and major features that have contributed
to the planet that now exists. Topics of H6152
Algebra II and Chemistry
The AP Chemistry course is designed to study include earth formation, rocks and GENETICS
be the equivalent of the general chemistry minerals of the crust, mapping, glaciers Semester
1/2 UNIT
course usually taken during the first and major water features and their impact Grade Levels:
11-12
college year. During the class, students on earth’s history and future.
Prerequisite: C average or better in Biology
should attain a depth of understanding of
This course will be an extension of the
fundamentals and a reasonable H6054
concepts and principles of genetics
competence in dealing with chemical ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE
learned in biology. Topics of study will
1/2 UNIT
problems. The course will also contribute Semester
include DNA, mitosis, Mendelian
11-12
to the development of the students’ Grade Levels:
Genetics, genetic engineering, and
abilities to think clearly and express their Prerequisite: Successful completion of experimentation with fruit flies.
ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity Biology
A computer project is required for this
and logic. There will be an emphasis on This course is designed to study weather, course.
chemical calculations, mathematical weather forecasting, tornadoes, basic
formulation of principles, and laboratory astronomy, oceans and their impact on
work. Some of the laboratory activities global climate.
may be conducted on Saturdays
throughout the year. Attendance will not H6062
be required at all the Saturday sessions BOTANY
1/2 UNIT
and there will be several dates to choose Semester
Grade Levels:
11-12
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HN6171
HI
2411
IB
CHEMISTRY
HL
1
SCIENCE COURSES
Year
1 Unit
AP BIOLOGY
Grade
Level
11
Weighted
Year
1 Unit
HI 2401 IB BIOLOGY HL 1
Strongly recommend a B- or better in both
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted Year
1 Unit
Biology and Chemistry.
Recommended: Successful completion Grade Level:
11 Weighted
This course is designed to prepare stuof Chemistry, C or better in Biology or Pre- Prerequisite: B- or better in Chemistry
dents for the Higher Level IB Chemistry
HI 24012 IB BIOLOGY HL 2
AP Biology.
Exam. This will be done through a com1 Unit
The AP Biology course is designed to be Year:
prehensive study of chemistry principles,
12 Weighted
the equivalent of a college introductory Grade Level:
examinations and investigations which
involve the students in scientific problem
biology course usually taken by biology Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
Biology HL1
solving and inquiry processes. The stumajors during their first year. This is a
The coursework in these classes builds dents will design experiments to answer
rigorous course in terms of range and
upon vast knowledge gained in previous specific chemical questions and will be
depth of topics, laboratory work, and time
biology courses and chemistry. The evaluated using the IB Internal Assessand effort required of students. The
course will elaborate on biological con- ment Practical Scheme of Work. In adgeneral areas of study are Molecules and
cerns of global importance and will develop dition to individual assessments, students
Cells, Heredity and Evolution, and
will appropriate choose and manipulate
experimental and investigative skills. Ma- mathematical formulas, show underOrganisms and Populations. Taking the
terial will be presented through various standing of the relationships between
AP test for college credit is optional.
media, including but not limited to the use theory and practice laboratory applicaof technology, scientific journals, lectures tions, develop an appreciation for the need
HN6102
to collaborate with peers and the imporand laboratory investigations.
ASTRONOMY
Students follow the syllabus provided by tance of global communication and coSemester
1/2 Unit
the International Baccalaureate Organiza- operation.
Grade Levels:
11-12
tion. The course requires commitment to
HI 24112 IB CHEMISTRY HL 2
Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA, Successful
a rigorous two-year biology program. The Year:
1 Unit
completion of Biology, current enrollment
student is required to maintain a detailed Grade Level:
12 Weighted
or completion of Trigonometry or teacher
laboratory portfolio of investigations, show- Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
approval
ing competence in using scientific inquiry Chemistry HL1
This second semester evening course
and methodology for problem solving. The This course is designed to prepare the stuis designed to provide the students with
portfolio will be submitted for internal as- dents for the Standard Level IB Chemistry
an advanced knowledge of celestial items
sessment by the IB examiner. A manda- Exam. This will be done through a comand their movement. The class will cover
tory Group 4 project will be completed prehensive study of chemistry principles,
a more extensive study of the field of
during the two-year period.
examinations, and investigations which
astronomy. The students will be
involve the students in scientific problem
reproducing methods of study done by
HI 2421 IB ENVIRONMENTAL
solving and inquiry processes. The stuprofessional astronomers along with a
SYSTEMS AND SOCIETIES SL
dents will design experiments to answer
historical background of the field. Celestial
Year
1 Unit
specific chemical questions and will be
recording will be an important component Grade Level:
11-12 Weighted
evaluated using the IB Internal Assessand includes written observations, This course will provide students with a
ment Practical Scheme of Work. In addiillustrations and computer imaging. The coherent perspective of the relationship
tion to individual assessment, students will
lab component is conducted both with between environmental systems and soappropriately choose and manipulate
computer based simulations and real cieties. Understanding this relationship
mathematical formulas, show understandallows
students
to
adopt
an
informed
perworld observations.
sonal response to the wide range of ing of the relationships between theory and
pressing environmental issues. Students? practical laboratory applications, develop
attention can be constantly drawn to their an appreciation for the need to collaboown relationship with their environment rate with peers and the importance of gloand the significance of choices and decisions that they make. It is intended that bal communication and cooperation.
students develop a sound understanding
of the interrelationships between environmental systems and societies beyond the
purely journalistic appreciation of environmental issues. This course allows students to evaluate the scientific, ethical
and socio-political aspects of issues relating to the environment.
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PRACTICAL ARTS
The mission of the Business Education, Marketing and Technology Program is to offer a wide variety of courses
that will aid in developing a graduate who can assume responsibility as a citizen, worker, and consumer in the business
community.
The mission of the Family and Consumer Science Program is to help students achieve skills, attitudes and
behaviors needed for successful balancing of family and career life.
The mission of the Industrial Technology Program prepares students to work with a variety of current and
emerging technologies. The curriculum focuses on real-life application of skills and information. Students will use
technology to design and create products.
H7262
TECHNICAL THEATRICAL
PRODUCTION
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
This class is designed for students who
wish to learn about the technical aspects
of the theater: scenery design and
construction, lighting, painting and
properties.
This class is repeatable for credit with
instructor permission.
H7263
ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRICAL
PRODUCTION
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels:
10-12
Technical Theatre Production
This class is designed for students
interested in theatre who wish to learn the
more advanced technical aspects of
theatre including lighting and scenic
design advanced painting techniques,
properties design and construction,
costume design and construction, and
make-up design and application. This
class is repeatable for credit with instructor
permission.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE
All courses in the Family and
Consumer Science Department will
teach students skills they will use for
a lifetime. The courses offered will
fulfill the Practical Art requirement for
graduation from Raymore-Peculiar
High School. Some courses have
prerequisites and/or materials
needed.
H7322
CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION I
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
The Student will gain sewing skills and
learn new techniques. Emphasis will be
on understanding and reading a pattern,
garment construction, and basic
alterations. A minimum of four projects are
Family and Consumer Science
Level1
Foods&
Nutrition
(9Ͳ12)
Parenting
(9Ͳ12)
Fashion
Merchandising
I(9Ͳ12)
Level2
International
Foods
(9Ͳ12) Child
DevelopmentI
(10Ͳ12)
Fashion
Merchandising
InteriorDesign
II(11Ͳ12)
II(10Ͳ12)
Level3
ProStart
Level1
(10Ͳ12)
Child
Development
II (11Ͳ12) Fashion
Merchandising
III(11Ͳ12)
ProStart
Level2
(11Ͳ12)
ChildCare
Provider
(12)
Level4
InteriorDesign
I(10Ͳ12)
Clothing
Construct.I
(10Ͳ12)
Home
Decorating&
SewingI
(9Ͳ12)
Clothing
Construct.II
(10Ͳ12)
Clothing
Construct.III
(11Ͳ12)
Home
Decorating&
SewingII
(10Ͳ12)
required with specific sewing applications
and techniques during construction.
Materials for sewing projects will be
provided by the students.
H7323
CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION II
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Clothing Construction I
This is an intermediate course building
upon the concepts taught in Clothing
Construction I. Emphasis will be on
garment construction and alterations. A
minimum of five projects are required with
specific sewing applications and
techniques during construction.
Materials for sewing projects will be
provided by the students. For students
recommended that they receive a Cor above in CCI
H73241
CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION III
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
Clothing Construction II
This course is an advanced clothing
design and garment construction class.
Students will take original designs and
alter their patterns to construct their
garments. A minimum of six projects are
required with specific sewing applications
and techniques during construction.
Materials for sewing project will be
provided by student. For students
recommended that they receive a Cor above in CC II
H7332
FASHION MERCHANDISING I
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
This is a basic introduction to the design
process of garments. Students will learn
history of garment production, garment
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parts and the elements and principles of gions. Students will also gain a better Human development will be studied from
design. There is no sewing in this class. understanding of how to plan and prepare prenatal to age two. The areas of
meals for all areas of the lifespan and ar- development covered will include
eas of specific nutritional needs.
H7333
physical, emotional, social and
FASHION MERCHANDISING II
intellectual development. This course is
Semester
1/2 UNIT
designed for all students and is especially
H73721 PROSTART LEVEL 1
Grade Levels:
10-12
relevant for students interested in careers
Year
1 Unit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade Levels:
that utilize knowledge of children, child
10-12
Fashion Merchandising I
development and the nutrition of children.
Prerequisite:
A grade of a C- (70%) or
This is an intermediate course building better in Foods and Nutrition
The “Baby Think It Over” infant simulation
upon the concepts taught in Fashion ProStart students spend two years in the is completed by all students in this
Merchandising I. Students will cover classroom mastering the fundamental course. Parental responsibilities and
areas such as textiles, consumer issues, management and culinary skills needed readiness will be discussed. For
wardrobe planning, apparel production and for success. Level 1 students receive students wishing to take this course,
careers. For students wishing to take training the management, culinary skills, it is recommended that they receive
this course, it is recommended that sanitations and safety, workplace safety, a C- or above in Parenting.
they receive a C- or above in Fashion kitchen math, food handling and storage,
Merchandising I
sauces, stocks and soups, fruits and veg- H7982
etables and servings guests. This is the CHILD DEVELOPMENT, CARE AND
H7335
first of two courses that must be taken to GUIDANCE II
FASHION MERCHANDISING III
1/2 Unit
earn the National Restaurant Association Semester
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Certificate. The certification provides op- Grade Levels: 11-12
Grade Levels:
11-12
portunities for students to apply for schol- Prerequisite: C- or better in Child
Prerequisite: Successful completion of arships and attend culinary programs Development, Care and Guidance I,
Fashion Merchandising II
Application need for this course, (See
around the country.
This is an advanced course building upon
Mrs. Turner)
the concepts taught in Fashion H73722 PROSTART LEVEL 2
This is an in-depth course studying
Merchandising II. Emphasis will be on Year
children from age three to eight with
1 Unit
visual merchandising, advertising, fashion Grade Levels:
emphasis on the pre-school child.
11-12
design and fashion show production. This Prerequisite:
Physical, emotional, social and
A grade of a C- (70%) or
class is only offered in the spring better in ProStart Level 1
intellectual development will be covered.
semester. For students wishing to take ProStart Level 2 students will receive train- Skills such as guidance, safety, child care
this course, it is recommended that ing on breakfast foods and sandwiches, options, careers and special needs
they receive a C- or above in Fashion nutrition, cost control, salads and children will be discussed. An actual
Merchandising II
garnishings. Students in good standing preschool program is provided at RPHS,
will be able to compete in culinary com- with an emphasis on early childhood
H73631 FOODS AND NUTRITION
petitions. Students will also participate education. Students will be responsible
Semester
½ Unit
in catering opportunities. This is the sec- for children aged three to five during the
Grade Levels:
9-12
ond course that must be taken to earn scheduled preschool months. Students
Foods and Nutrition assists students in the National Restaurant Association Cer- will be required to write lessons and teach
understanding the role of nutrition in health tificate. The certification provides oppor- their preschool class and write a case
and wellness. Demonstrations, hand-on tunities for students to apply for scholar- study regarding the development and
food labs, guided instruction and coop- ships and attend culinary programs progress of one preschooler in the class.
Student observation and participation are
erative learning are used throughout the around the country.
mandatory. For students wishing to
course. Students will understand what
take this course, it is recommended
influences food choices and be engaged H7311
that they receive a C- or above in
in meal planning. Students will demon- PARENTING
Child Development.
strate basic cooking techniques while Semester
1/2 Unit
emphasizing proper safety and sanitation Grade Levels: 9-12
practices at all times. This course is a Exploration of young children’s H79821
prerequisite for all other foods classes, characteristics and needs, along with CHILD CARE PROVIDER
1/2 Unit
therefore a passing grade of a C is re- influences on development, learning and Semester
quired in order to take any additional developing positive relationships are Grade Levels: 12
courses.
emphasized. This course is an overview Prerequisite: Successful completion of
of the strategies needed for effectively Child Development, Care and Guidance
working with children and families in early II,
H7371 INTERNATIONAL FOODS
Application need for this course, see
child care and education settings.
Semester
½ Unit
Mrs. Turner.
Grade Levels:
9-12
Course will include child development
H7312
Prerequisite:
A grade of a Cconcepts that have significance for those
CHILD DEVELOPMENT, CARE AND
(70%) or better in Foods and Nutrition
who are interested in working in a child
GUIDANCE
I
International Foods allows a student to
care occupation or other child-related
1/2 Unit
explore cuisines of the world and the re- Semester
profession. An actual preschool program
10-12
gional areas of the United States. Stu- Grade Levels:
is provided at RPHS, with an emphasis
Prerequisite:
Successful
completion
of
dents will learn about the customs and
on early childhood education. Students
etiquette of each region and prepare a Parenting
will be responsible for children aged three
variety of recipes for each of these re-
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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
EDUCATION
to five during the scheduled preschool
months. Students will be required to write
lessons and teach their preschool class.
Student observation and participation are
mandatory.
H7302
INTERIOR DESIGN I
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course illustrates how housing and
interior decorating can fulfill human needs.
Elements and principles of design will be
emphasized. Areas of study will include
housing options and styles; evaluation of
floor plans; financial considerations;
selection of furniture and accessories;
and comparison between renting and
buying.
Materials for special projects will be
the responsibility of the student.
H7303
INTERIOR DESIGN II
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
Interior Design I
the concepts taught in Interior Design I.
Students will be involved in advanced
hands-on projects such as faux painting
techniques, creation of home accessories
and furniture refurbishing. Furniture and
design styles will be emphasized.
Materials for special projects will be
the responsibility of the student. For
students wishing to take this course,
it is recommended that they receive
a C- or above in Interior Design I.
H7331
HOME DECORATION & SEWING I
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This is a basic sewing class with an
emphasis on home decoration. Basic
construction skills will be taught while
decorating for your living environment and
life-style. Projects will include pillows,
blankets, stuffed animals, and more.
Materials for Home Dec projects will
be provided by the students.
H7334
HOME DECORATION & SEWING II
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
Home Dec I
the techniques learned in Home
Decoration & Sewing I. Students will
make a variety of items used to decorate
the home.
Materials for Home Dec projects will
be provided by the students. For
students wishing to take this course,
it is recommended that they receive
a C- or above in Home Dec Sewing.
H7382
ENTREPRENEURSHIP / PANTHER
MARKET
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
Prerequisite:90% attendance and a 2.5
GPA
Learn how to organize and manage your
own business or someone else’s.
Discover how new products, ideas and
services are researched, developed,
successfully promoted, and obtained.
Basic financial records, human resources
management and skills necessary to
effectively lead and supervise others will
also be discussed. Students will work
(on a rotating basis) in multiple lab (school
based business) experiences that vary
based on the school day schedule. They
will be responsible for management
operations, merchandising, marketing
research and product development, and
multiple sales transactions. Students that
handle prepared foods will get their food
handler’s license and a TB test. Students
will join the association for marketing
students, known as DECA.
H7392
BUSINESS ESSENTIALS
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
This course is designed to develop the
student’s understanding of the business
world and functions of business in the
community.
Consumer affairs,
economics, insurance, supply and
demand,
investments
and
entrepreneurship are studied.
H7402
PERSONAL
FINANCE
Required to graduate
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
A calculator is required.
Personal Finance provides instruction on
money management skills which includes
credit, investments, banking, budgeting,
finance of housing/automobiles, taxes
and consumer purchases. Students will
also learn how to protect themselves
against risk and financial loss.
H74021
ONLINE PERSONAL FINANCE
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Level(s)
10-12
Prerequisite: Students must have
access to the Internet at home
This class will mirror the regular personal
finance class, but everything will be done
on Edmodo.com. There will be one class
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meeting at the start of the year to make analyze, process, and communicate software application skills. Three hours
sure everyone understands how to access accounting data through the end result of of college credit may be earned
the online site. The rest of the class will preparing financial statements in an through the University of Central
be done online. This class is ideal for acceptable format. The second semester Missouri(CIS 1600); tuition will be
students who are self-disciplined and introduces students to the framework of paid directly to the university in order
complete work on their own. This class financial and managerial accounting to receive college credit.
would work well for students who have a theory and practice; provides students
variety of interests and want to fit in a with a basic introduction to the function H7542
variety of classes, as it would open up a of a financial accounting system and COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I
spot for you to take a class that you would accounting terminology. This course is Semester
1/2 UNIT
designed to acquaint students with Grade Levels:
otherwise not get to take.
9-12
various business transactions and to This course is designed to introduce the
analyze the impact that these student to computer programming. Both
HN7482
transactions have on the financial structured programming and objectDUAL CREDIT FINANCE
statements. Students wanting to take oriented design methods will be
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Dual Credit Accounting for college discussed. The students will learn to
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted
This class is for the student who desires credit must be enrolled in both create their own computer applications
information on managing his/her own semesters of the course.
using Visual BASIC (Beginner’s Allpersonal income. The course will provide
Purpose Symbolic Instruction Code).
instruction on money management skills H7472
which includes credit, investing, banking BUSINESS & PERSONAL LAW
H75501
1/2 UNIT
budgeting, finances or housing/ Semester
VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING
11-12
automobiles, taxes and consumer Grade Levels:
Semester
1/2 unit
purchases. Students will also learn to This course emphasizes the legal aspect Grade Levels:
9-12
protect themselves against risk and of contracts, employee/employer Prerequisite: Successful completion of
financial loss. Three hours of college relationships, landlord/tenant relations, Computer Programming I
credit may be earned through the real property ownership, business This course focuses on converting probUniversity of Central Missouri(FIN ownership, and wills. Students will learn lems into detailed plans, writing code in
1820); tuition will be paid directly to through role plays, class discussion, Visual Basic, testing, monitoring, debugthe university to receive college illustrations and case studies.
ging, documenting, and maintaining comcredit. This course meets Missouri’s
puter programs. The course will focus on
requirement of taking a personal H7522
finalizing complete solutions for specific
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
finance class.
problems. Students will also explore caAPPLICATIONS
reer options in the field of computer sciSemester
1/2 UNIT
H7452
ence.
Grade Levels:
9-12
ACCOUNTING I
Students will learn and practice beginning H75502 JAVA PROGRAMMING
Year
1 UNIT
applications of the ord processing, Semester
Grade Levels:
10-12
1/2 unit
database and spreadsheet, using MS Grade Levels:
A calculator is required
9-12
This course provides an understanding of Office software. Reinforcement of Prerequisite: Successful completion of
the basic elements and concepts of keyboarding skills, and includes Computer Programming I
double-entry accounting systems. computer literacy.
This course is designed for those students
Activities include the accounting equation,
seeking additional programming experithe accounting cycle, basic computerized HN7525
ence while still in high school. Take what
accounting, entering transactions in DUAL CREDIT ADVANCED
you learned programming in Visual
payroll systems, banking activities, COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II
Basic.Net and apply those skills using the
1/2 UNIT
taxes, etc. This class is essential for Semester
Java language, which has become the
11-12
students who choose the business, Grade Levels:
programming standard for Computer SciWeighted/College Credit
management, and technology pathway.
ence majors and application development
Prerequisite: 70% in Business communities. This course is a half-year
Technology Applications I & overall GPA course designed to teach programming
HN7462
of 3.0 or higher
DUAL CREDIT ACCOUNTING
fundamentals in Java. Students will gain
This course prepares students to be experience with object-oriented programYear
1 UNIT
competent and active computer users. It ming and project-based learning utilizing
Grade Level:
11-12
includes computing fundamentals, ideas of computer graphics and game proWeighted/College Credit
evaluating computers, internet use as a gramming and its application in building
Prerequisite: B- or above in Accounting
student and consumer, web skills, and functional programs.
I and a 3.0 GPA
This is an intensive year-long course. skills in word processing, spreadsheet,
Three hours of college credit may be database and presentation software. A H7912
earned through the University of basic knowledge of software and GRAPHIC DESIGN &
Central Missouri during the spring computer file management is presumed. DESKTOP PUBLISHING
semester(ACCT 2100); tuition will be Class content will consist of course Semester
1/2 UNIT
paid to UCM in order to receive lectures over text material and hands-on Grade Levels:
11-12
college credit. The first semester of software instruction and assistance. Students enrolled in Graphic Design will
Dual Credit Accounting focuses on Students will use software tutorials and use Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft
developing the student’s ability to practice projects to learn concepts and Publisher in learning publishing concepts.
54
An emphasis will be placed on working H32041
H0972
independently and using creativity to KPTV PANTHER TELEVISION
MARKETING INTERNSHIP
produce a student portfolio.
Semester/Year
1/2-2 UNITS
Semester
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
12
Grade Levels:
10-12
H7992
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Prerequisite: 90% attendance
WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT
Media
Marketing Internship allows seniors to
Semester
1/2 UNIT
This is the news broadcast class that combine classroom instruction with work
Grade Levels:
11-12
works with the journalism department to experience. Students must be employed
Prerequisite: Successful completion of a create news videos for the school and in a marketing related job. Students will
high school computer course
raypecnow.com website. Students will complete internship assignments and
Students will use Adobe Dreamweaver to get to be reporters, camera operators, and keep track of their work schedules.
create and maintain Internet Web Pages. editors in order to put together news Students will be allowed to leave early from
stories that are happening around the school to report to their worksite.
H7993
district. Students will have to come up Students who average 10-19 hours per
ADVANCED WEB PAGE
with story ideas, learn what constitutes week earn ½ credit per semester and
DEVELOPMENT
news, and learn the difference between students who average 20 hours or more
Semester
1/2 UNIT
what's good for a video package compared per week earn 1 credit per semester.
Grade Level:
11-12
to a print package. Work will be posted Requirements: Students are responsible
Prerequisite: C or above in Web Page to their youtube account and to for obtaining their own job and providing
Development
raypecnow.com.
their own transportation to work. Students
This is a continuation of Web Page
who enroll in Marketing Internship must
Development. This course is designed H7574
also enroll in Advanced Marketing.
for the second semester students who will SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
work independently on specific real-life MARKETING
H7561
Semester
1/2 UNIT
website projects.
OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION (OE)
Grade Level:
10-12
Year
1 UNIT
H79971
This course is designed to explore the Grade Level:
12
INTRO TO MEDIA
sports and entertainment industries, their Occupational Education (OE) is designed
economic
impact,
products, to bridge the gap between school and
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
9-12
management, pricing, promotion, career. Topics of the course include
This is the intro class to video editing. sponsorship, legal issues and career economics, workplace communication,
Students will learn the Final Cut Software opportunities. This class will take a look management, leadership and other
package, iTunes, and work with You Tube. at college, amateur and professional essential workplace skills. Students will
Kids will be given the hands on opportu- sports, the entertainment industry and also spend time working on their career
nity to work with cameras, tripods, sound recreation marketing. Students will join plan and goals. This is an excellent
equipment, and green screens in order to the Association of Marketing Students course for students who are collegecomplete classwork assignments. All of known as DECA. The units of instruction bound or going directly into the workforce.
the projects are typically done in class are supported through active participation OE is required for students enrolled in
and it’s imperative for students to have high in DECA and DECA’s competency based Cooperative Occupational Education
(COE).
attendance in order to pass, because there competitive events.
is little to no homework given for this
H7572
H75611 ONLINE OCCUPATIONAL
course.
ADVANCED MARKETING
EDUCATION (OE)
Year
1 UNIT
H79973
Semester/Year
1 Unit
Grade Level:
12
ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA
Grade Level:
12
This class is excellent for college-bound Prerequisite: Students must have access
Year
1 Unit
business students. This course is to the internet at home
Grade Level(s)
10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of designed to emphasize personal selling, This class will mirror the regular
marketing research, promotion, new Occupational Education class but all
Intro to Media
This is the advanced course in video product development, employment and work will be done online. Occupational
editing using the Final Cut X software human relations in business. Marketing Education (OE) is designed to bridge the
package. Students will be expected to students will join the Association of gap between school and career. Topics
complete tutorials, commercials, music Marketing Students known as DECA. The of the course include economics,
videos, and movie scenes, while also units of instruction are supported through workplace communication, management,
enhancing their photo editing skills. There collaborative learning assignments and leadership and other essential workplace
are "outside of school" requirements to active participation in DECA. Advanced skills. Students will also spend time
film sporting events and/or gather footage Marketing is required for students enrolled working on their career plan and goals.
for the senior video. There is a lot of group in Marketing Internship. This is a year- This is an excellent course for students
work to go along with individual tasks long course, and students that are who are college-bound or going directly
throughout the year, and attendance effort planning on taking Marketing Internship into the workforce. OE is required for
is expected in order to complete projects. during 2nd semester must be enrolled in students enrolled in Cooperative
Advanced Marketing all year. Students Occupational Education (COE).
may receive three hours of articulated
credit through the Metropolitan
Community College(BSAD 205) upon
successful completion (80% both
semesters).
H7562
COOPERATIVE OCCUPATIONAL
EDUCATION (COE)
Semester/Year
1/2-2 UNITS
Grade Level:
12
Prerequisite 90% Attendance
Cooperative Occupational Education
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
(COE) allows seniors to combine
Technology &
Technology &
Technology &
classroom instruction with work
Engineering III
Engineering I
Engineering II
experience. Students will complete
(11-12)
(9-12)
(10-12)
internship assignments and keep track
of their work schedules. Students will be
Home
Home
Maintenance I
Maintenance II
allowed to leave early from school to
(9-12)
(10-12)
report to their worksite. Students who
average 10-19 hours per week earn ½
Choose another
Design &
class from level
Construction
credit per semester and students who
1
(9-12)
average 20 or more hours per week earn
1 credit per semester. : Students are
Materials &
Materials &
responsible for obtaining their own job and
Processes I
Processes II
providing their own transportation to work.
(9-12)
(10-12)
Students who enroll in COE must also
Drafting/CAD I
Drafting/CAD II
Drafting/CAD III
enroll in 7561 Occupational Education
(11-12)
(9-12)
(10-12)
(OE).
H7852
STOCKS BONDS & MUTUAL FUNDS
Semester:
Grade Levels:
1/2 Unit
10-12
This class is partnered with DST Systems,
Inc. Students will learn basic economics, political systems, and different investment strategies. The course will cover
the different types of stock, bonds, and
mutual funds…retirement accounts, and
taxes that investors deal with on a daily
basis. Kids will also be given the opportunity to play the stock market game as
a long-term investor as well as a day trader.
INDUSTRIALTECHNOLOGYEDUCATION
H7611 DRAFTING/CAD I
Year
Grade Levels:
1 Unit
9-12
CAD I (Computer Aided Drawing) is designed to provide the student with fundamental knowledge and skills in CAD and
engineering. Students will develop math
and measuring skills as they relate to the
industry. Orthographic Projection will be
used to create multi-view, isometric and
section views applying ANSI (American
National Standards Institute) and ISO (International Standards Organization) standards for mechanical drawings using
AutoCAD. Experiences, knowledge and
skills acquired in this class will be a valuable asset to those seeking careers in
engineering, technical engineering, manufacturing and industrial fields.
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Introduction to
Engineering and
Design (IED)
(9-12)
**In the junior/senior year, students may explore Cass Career Center options.**
H7621 DRAFTING/CAD II
Year 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
Prerequisite: C or better in CAD I
CAD II is offered for those who wish for
additional training and experience in CAD
(Computer Aided Drawing). CAD II will be
a continuation of CAD I building on the
use of descriptive geometry to create
mechanical drawings using AutoCAD. The
student will now be instructed in the use
of auxiliary views, pattern development,
threads and fasteners, gears and cams.
The student will complete all drawings
apply ANSI (American National Standards
Institute) and ISO (International Standards
Organization) standards as used in manufacturing industries.
H76211 DRAFTING/CAD III
Year
Grade Levels:
1 Unit
11-12
Prerequisite:
C or better in CAD II
CAD III is a class designed for the student who may be interested in pursuing
a career in engineering and/or architecture. CAD III will focus on previously
learned procedures and standards but
students will not apply them using different software. Three dimensional (3D)
parts and features will be created using
the AutoDesk Inventor program.
AutoDesk Revit will be utilized to create
architectural drawings. The architectural
portion of the course will deal with principles involved in site selection, room planning, exterior styling and designing structural elements of residential dwellings.
H76622
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING I
(formerly called Technology Lab I)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
The Technology I course gives students
the opportunity to investigate technology
through project based activities. This
hands-on-class will concentrate on
several of the main technology areas
including: communication, manufacturing,
construction, and other current
technologies. Each topic will involve a
student produced project.
H76722
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING II
(formerly called Technology Lab II)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Technology Lab I
This is an advanced exploratory course
where students will be introduced to
technology which promotes technical
literacy. The focus of this course will cover
three main technology areas: power and
energy, transportation and construction.
Students will apply knowledge learned
from Technology Lab I to this course.
Strongly recommend a C- in
Technology & Engineering I.
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safe use of tools and equipment, and H77811
H76723
material selection. Students will be HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIR II
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING III
introduced to industry concepts such as Semester
1/2 UNIT
(formerly called Technology Lab III)
mass production, quality control and Grade Level:
10-12
Semester
1/2 UNIT
precision inspection. Projects: sheet Prerequisite: Successful completion of
Grade Level(s)
11-12
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of metal barbeque grill, round top double Home Maintenance and Repair I
twist pen, machinist hammer, plastic This course is designed as an advanced
Tech I & II
Technology III is a synthesis course that laminate cabinet and tapered ringed bowl. life skills course that is applicable to
allows students to apply technological and Strongly recommend a C- in Materials students pursing further in-depth
knowledge about home repairs. Students
managerial principles in organizing and & Processes I.
will build upon the knowledge and
producing a product or structure. In a
principles learned in the prerequisite
competitive society, products must be
class, Home Maintenance and Repair I,
developed efficiently and with structural H7772
relating to equipment, safe use of tools,
integrity. This class will focus on these DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
1/2 UNIT
maintenance and repair. The students will
areas by allowing students to design a Semester
9-12
learn the current and most effective repair
product important to today’s Grade Levels:
technologically changing society. Students will be given challenges to practices associated with doors and
Projects will be related to power and conduct, investigate, research and apply windows, home security, roofing,
alternative energy.
Strongly practical knowledge. Students will use plumbing, concrete and masonry,
recommend a C- in Technology & ingenuity and creativity to create solutions insulation and weatherization. Student
to problems. Activities will include knowledge will be gained by
Engineering I & II.
designing and building a balloon vehicle, demonstrations and project based
balsa wood bridge, mini-catapult/ activities. Strongly recommend a CH7742
trebuchet. Students will work as in Home Maintenance & Repair I.
MATERIALS & PROCESSES I
individuals on some assignments and as
Semester
1/2 UNIT
a team member on others. Materials and H7790 INTRODUCTION TO
Grade Levels:
9-12
Students will be involved in a variety of Processing and/or CAD will be helpful but ENGINEERING AND DESIGN (IED)
activities that deal with two principle not required.
Year
1 Unit
material types: woods and metals. The
Grade Levels:
9-12
student will also be given information H7781
Students dig deep into the engineering
required to use hand and power tools HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIR I
design process, applying math, science,
1/2 UNIT
safely and effectively. A variety of Semester
and engineering standards to hands-on
9-12
techniques will be used to construct Grade Levels:
projects. They work both individually and
projects that not only teach about the This course is designed and taught as a in teams to design solutions to a variety
materials but also about the processes life skill course that is applicable to all of problems using 3D modeling software,
needed to construct them. This course students. Students will learn information and use an engineering notebook to docuis designed to build upon and apply what needed to understand and use hand tools, ment their work. This is the first course
has been learned in other academic areas power tools, fasteners and assorted in the Project Lead the Way engineering
such as science and math. Potential building materials for the maintenance, pathway.
projects: tool tray, cell phone holder, repair and improvement of the home. The
wooden pen, segmented basket, and a students will learn safe use of tools and
the current most effective repair practices.
roll top wooden bread box.
The student will gain knowledge of the
various systems and structures within the
H7751
home that require routine maintenance.
MATERIALS & PROCESSES II
This course is structured so that the
Year
1 UNIT
students will learn how to improve a home
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Successful competion of rather than just repair it. Areas covered
are drywall, electrical, wallpaper, vinyl,
Materials & Processes I
Students will be involved in a variety of carpeting, flooring, painting, tile, trim, and
advanced activities dealing with various adhesives.
materials used in industry such as wood,
metal, plastic, composites and glass.
Use of machine tools such as engine
lathes, mills and precision-measuring
devices will be utilized. Students will be
encouraged to build upon principles and
knowledge learned in Materials and
Processes I such as design concepts,
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FINE ARTS OFFERINGS
The mission of the Visual Arts Program is to provide students a solid foundation in the visual arts, which includes
knowledge of the processes and techniques of art production, arts in historical and cultural contexts, and criticism of art and
its aesthetics in the everyday world.
The mission of the Theatre program at RPHS is to provide quality learning opportunities for students interested in the
performance, technical, and literary aspects of professional theatre production.
The mission of the (Vocal/Instrumental) Music Program is to develop students’ musical skills to the highest degree
possible through practice, performance and competition so as to provide them with a lifelong appreciation for the necessity of
music in our lives, the arts in general and to prepare them for continued study at the college level if they choose.
VISUAL ARTS
LEVEL I
H7000
ART HISTORY
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Discover the history of the visual arts through
a college-level curriculum in the high school
environment. Students will be exposed to a
rich and diverse timeline of various art
movements, styles, works and artists.
Methods of instruction include lecture,
discussions, note taking, testing and
projects geared toward each unit.
H7002
ELEMENTS OF ART
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
In this course, students will develop their
skills using the seven elements of art.
Students should expect to complete projects
involving perspective drawing, figure drawing,
ceramics, and painting. In addition to projects,
students will take notes and be tested.
LEVEL II
H7012
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
Prerequisite:
Successful competion
of Elements of Art.
In this course, students will build their skills
from the Elements of Art course by learning
about the six principles of design. Students
should expect to complete projects involving
drawing, portraiture, printmaking, paper
mache’ and painting.
H7041
FIBERS
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
Prerequisite: Successful competion of
Elements of Art with a passing grade
This visual arts class explores the “Lost Arts”:
fabric dyeing, quilting, weaving and papermaking. Sewing machines are used to
complete one of the projects.
Visual Arts
Level1
ElementsofArt
(9Ͳ12)
Level3
Digital
PhotographyI
(10Ͳ12)
Designand
DigitalMedia
(10Ͳ12)
Fundamentals
ofDrawing
(10Ͳ12)
Printmaking
(10Ͳ12)
Principlesof
Design
(9Ͳ12)
Fibers
(9Ͳ12)
ArtHistory
(10Ͳ12)
Level2
SculptureI
(10Ͳ12)
Studies
(11Ͳ12)
LEVEL III
H70152
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I
(Formerly Art through photography)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Elements of Art & Principles of Design
with passing grades. A digital camera
and flash drive is required along with
spending time outside of class taking
photos.
Using the artistic eye through digital
photography and photo manipulation,
students will use the elements and principles
of art to capture images. Students will be
exposed to the concepts that make a quality,
fine art photograph. Various subjects will be
Digital
PhotographyII
(10Ͳ12)
Advanced
Drawing
(10Ͳ12)
PaintingI
(10Ͳ12)
Level5
IBVisualArt1
SLorHL
(11Ͳ12)
PreͲAPStudio
Art
(11)
PaintingII
(10Ͳ12)
Level6
IBVisualArt2
SLorHL
(11Ͳ12)
APStudioArt
(11Ͳ12) WheelThrowing
CeramicsII
(10Ͳ12)
CeramicsI
(10Ͳ12)
FocusedAdvanced
ArtDiscipline
Level4
Enrollmentbyspecial
permissionofinstructor
afterCeramicII
AllstudentsearningaIBSLVisualArt
Certificate,mustcomplete:
th
Ͳ9
grade:ElementsofArtand
PrinciplesofDesign
th
10 grade:alevel3class
th
th
11 or12 grade:IBVisualArt1SL
Allstudentsearninga2yearIB HL
VisualArtCertificate,mustcomplete:
th
Ͳ9
grade:ElementsofArtand
PrinciplesofDesign
10thgrade:alevel3andlevel4class
11thgrade:IBVisualArt1HL
12thgrade:IBVisualArt2HL
covered and use of photoshop and scanners
will be taught.
H7022
FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
This course is for the student wishing to
further develop and refine drawing skills
already in place. Direct observation and still
life drawing will be used while exploring
various black and white mediums. Students
will be required to keep a drawing kit used
every class period, and maintain a portfolio
of their drawings.
H7051
DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
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Prerequisite: Successful competion of H70153
Drawing for 2D/Drawing focus. Ceramics
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II
I and II for 3D concentration
1/2 UNIT
This course will focus on design concepts Semester
This course is designed for juniors who
10-12
and visual communication. Basic layout Grade Levels:
are interested in applying and interviewing
for AP Studio Art: Drawing, 2-D or 3-D.
design, typography, logo construction and Prerequisite: Successful competion of
AP Studio art terms (Quality, Concentration
advertising design is explored with Elements of Art & Principles of Design
and Breadth) will be introduced. This
handcrafted and computer aided projects. and Digital Photography I
Strong emphasis is placed on meticulous, In this course, students will expand on their course is also for juniors that are interested
professional craftsmanship.
knowledge of photography while creating a in taking IB Art during the 2015-2016
digital portfolio of their work. Shooting school year. Students will produce a
H7132
photos outside of class will be required along portfolio that will aid in their AP Studio Art/
CERAMICS I
with owning a digital camera and flash drive. IB Art submission during their senior year
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Many outlets of expression through images for college credit. A $50 supply fee is
Grade Levels:
10-12
will be explored along with making required to be paid by each student.
Prerequisite: Successful competion of statements through photography.
H70620
PAINTING II
This class is designed to build a strong H7062
Semester
1/2 UNIT
foundation in hand-building methods. PAINTING I
Grade Levels:
11-12
1/2 UNIT
Students will create projects using the slab, Semester
coil, pinch and drape method. After Grade Levels:
10-12
completion of this class, students will have Prerequisite: Elements of Art, Principles Painting I
an understanding of glazes, surface of Design, and Fundamentals of Drawing This class will build on the skills taught
decoration techniques and clay as a medium. In this class students will explore a range in Painting I and offer a more in depth look
Earthenware will be the medium used.
of painting mediums and techniques while at oil medium. Students will be
studying a variety of painting styles. encouraged to use more self-expression
H7082
Strong drawing skills and self motivation and originality due to less structured
are essential in this course. Students will projects than in Painting I. Students will
SCULPTURE
Semester
1/2 UNIT
explore various subjects while painting on be allowed to use both water-based and
diverse grounds and learning about paint oil based mediums.
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Successful competion of preparation and presentation.
H7070 FOCUSED ADVANCED ART DISIn this class students will create three- H7023
CIPLINE STUDIES
dimensional works of art using a variety of ADVANCED DRAWING
Semester
½ Unit
1/2 UNIT
additive and subtractive techniques. Semester
Grade Levels:
11-12
10-12
Projects include plaster, polymer clay, Grade Levels:
Prerequisite: Requires prior approval by
wood, wire and Color Sculpt. Jewelry Prerequisite: Successful competion of teacher
Elements of Art, Principles of Design, and Focused Advanced Art Discipline Studies
making may also be explored.
Fundamentals of Drawing
is an upper level elective art course deThis course provides students with signed for those students who wish to
H7053
PRINTMAKING
additional approaches to drawing. expand on skills and techniques in one
Students will experience in-depth visual area of art. Students taking the course
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
concepts, color applications, various will establish goals for individual growth,
Prerequisite: Successful competion of media and techniques during the first style creation and exploration of their intwelve weeks. The last six weeks, students terests in one area of art. After discussElements of Art & Principles of Design
This course will encourage students to will produce works from their imagination ing their goals for each 9 week period,
experiment with a wide range of printing using their style as a stepping stone.
the teacher and student will establish an
techniques from the past and present.
expected number of projects and assignStudents will learn traditional techniques LEVEL V
ments along with setting due dates for
of relief and etching to “pull prints”. H7135
completion. Students must be high selfInventive approaches, including the use of WHEEL THROWING
motivated in order to create original ideas/
rubbing, stamping, monotypes, and silk Semester
1/2 UNIT
subject matter and to work at a pace that
screening will be explored.
Grade Levels:
10-12
will stay in alignment with the due dates
Prerequisite: Successful competion of they have agreed upon with their instrucLEVEL IV
Ceramics II and teacher approval
tor. Along with studio-based production,
H7962
In this class, students will work strictly on students will be assigned other projects
CERAMICS II
the potter’s wheel to make functional and that may involve but are not limited to criSemester
1/2 UNIT
sculptural pieces. A variety of glazing and tiquing, writing, reading, researching, preGrade Levels:
10-12
surface decoration techniques will be used. senting and taking a final exam.
Elements of Art, Principles of Design and H70632
LEVEL VI
Ceramics I
PRE AP STUDIO ART
HN7063
(Formerly Portfolio Art)
In this course, students will continue
AP STUDIO ART
developing hand-building skills as well as Year
1 UNIT
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level:
11
create pottery on the potter’s wheel.
Grade Levels:
11-12 Weighted
Students will critique works made in
Prerequisite: Successful competion of Prerequisite: Successful competion of
Ceramics II; higher expectations will be
Elements, Principles, Fundamentals of Elements of Art, Principles of Design,
placed on craftsmanship and creativity.
Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting; art
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teacher recommendation; portfolio HI 2712 IB VISUAL ARTS HL 1
H7282
Year
1 Unit
interview
ACTING
11 Weighted
The Advanced Placement Studio Art/ Grade Level:
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Drawing/2D/3D course is a college-level Prerequisite: Successful competion of a
Grade Levels:
9-12
course in the visual arts. Emphasis is on Level 4 Art Class
advanced art skills. This course is intended Curriculum is similar to that of the SL level Intro to Competitive Theatre or middle
to offer the student a college-level except that the quantity of work required school Theatre Arts
curriculum in the high school environment. is slightly larger and will span over a two Acting is a class designed for the student
Students who successfully complete the year period of time.
with an interest in performance and acting
course can request credit from the college
techniques. The class will feature
or university they will attend. The awarding HI 27122 IB VISUAL ARTS HL 2
discussion of the essentials of acting and
of college credit for AP scores is at the Year 1 Unit
will provide opportunity for the application
discretion of the individual schools. A Grade Level 12
of these skills through the preparation of
college board will review a student’s Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB
acting scenes. The final project for the
portfolio before awarding advanced credit. Visual Arts HL 1
course will consist of participation in the
Pick up portfolio review sheet from the The second year of the HL program al- presentation of a student-directed one-act
counseling office.
lows for more in depth experimentation play.
There is a $50 Supply fee for this and development of artwork. The portfolio
course.
must include work completed in at least H7281
three different art forms. Students desir- ADVANCED ACTING
IB ART COURSES
1/2 UNIT
ing a two year HL are prepared to test at Semester
Grade Levels:
10-12
the conclusion of HL Year 2.
HI 2711 IB VISUAL ARTS SL 1
Year
1 Unit
Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Prerequisite: Successful competion of a
Level 3 Art Class
Students are required to complete a comparative study of three artworks, a portfolio of work completed in at least two different art forms that show experimentation, exploration, and refinement of a variety of art making activities. Students also
must submit an exhibition of works. The
quantity required in each area is smaller
than in that of the HL level 2 year program
PERFORMING ARTS
H7812
INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
9-12
This class will serve as a first step in the
student’s exploration of the art of theatre.
Theatre literature, production practices,
acting techniques, history and traditions
will be studied. We will read plays and
perform duet scenes. Taking this class
makes the student eligible to take the
High School Acting class during the
next year school year.
Acting
Advanced acting is a course designed for
students with an intense interest in the art
of acting. The course will build on and
further skills developed during Acting class.
Monologues, scene work, and
improvisation will be explored on a deeper
level to enhance student abilities and
prepare students interested in pursuing
theatre beyond the secondary level.
H7242
DIRECTING I
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Course enrollment by
instructor approval
Directing I is a special projects class
designed for the student with a strong
interest in theatre. The class will feature
instruction in the basics of directing and
will provide students with hands-on
opportunities in the direction of scenes and
a one-act play. The course will be held in
conjunction with a basic acting class which
will supply the talent for the various
productions.
H7241
DIRECTING II
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
Prerequisite: Course enrollment by instructor
approval
Directing II is a special projects class
designed for the student who wishes to
pursue theatre beyond the secondary level.
The class will feature instruction on
advanced directing concepts and will
provide students with hands-on
opportunities to direct play productions.
The course will be held in conjunction with
an acting class, which will supply the
talent necessary for the various
productions.
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role of the audience; dramatic literature and extensively in this course, as well as perH3322
structure; the roles of actors, directors, formance skills. This is a semester 1 only
INTRODUCTION TO COMPETITIVE
designers, and technicians; and a course. Students will be required to comTHEATRE
historical perspective. This course is plete an independent project before the
Semester
1/2 UNIT
designed to meet university general studies beginning of the course.
Grade Levels:
9-12
Students will study the presentation of requirements in fine arts. Students will
VOCAL MUSIC
dramatic and humorous interpretations, receive 3 hours of college credit
prose and poetry readings, storytelling, duo through UCM if they choose to pay the
H7181
interpretation and duet acting. Students enrollment fee(THEA 2400).
FRESHMAN WOMEN’S CHOIR
will have the opportunity to compete at
Year
1 UNIT
interscholastic speech contests. Taking H7272
Grade Level:
9
this class makes the student eligible CREATIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP
1/2 UNIT
Freshman Women’s Choir is open to any
to take the High School Acting class Semester
Grade Levels:
10-12
9th grade female. This class is designed
during the next school year.
This class focuses on stimulating to develop a treble singing voice, ear
imagination and creativity using several training, and competency in reading twoH3332
non-traditional forms of theatre, such as three- and four-part music. A variety of
ADVANCED COMPETITIVE THEATRE
Storytelling, Puppetry, Improvisation, Mask- musical styles is presented. Work
(FALL)
Making and Reader’s Theatre. Students includes singing exercises to build and
Semester
1/2 UNIT
will actively participate in a variety of strengthen the voice and improve diction,
Grade Levels:
10-12
activities and projects pertaining to these breath support, and resonance. Solfeggio
unique and entertaining elements of is used to aid sight reading. This is a
Introduction to Competitive Theatre or
theatre. No previous theatre experience performance-oriented class. Attendance is
consent of the instructor
Students will study, in detail, the needed-just a hearty interest in working required at all rehearsals and
performances.
presentation of individual events currently creatively!
used in forensics competition. Techniques
H71611
to enhance the performance skills of the
IB THEATRE COURSES
BELLA ARMONIA
competitor will be employed. The individual
Year
1 UNIT
events prose, poetry, HI, DI, duo, HI 27010 IB THEATRE ARTS SL 1A
Grade Level:
10-12
storytelling, oratory and extemp will be the Semester
1/2 Unit
Prerequisite: By audition only
focus of the class. Students enrolled in the Grade Level:
11 Weighted
Bella Armonia is a small, highly select
class are expected to attend Prerequisite: Successful competion of
group of women who sing multiple division
interscholastic forensics competitions. Introduction to Theatre or Introduction to
music. A wide variety of music is studied,
This class is repeatable for credit.
Competitive Theatre
rehearsed and performed, including pop,
IB Theatre Arts SL 1 is an advanced level jazz, renaissance, and contemporary.
H3333
course for juniors. This SL sequence is Other requirements are the same as for
ADVANCED COMPETITIVE THEATRE
for IB students using theatre for their group Concert Choir.
(SPRING)
six. It is taught within the Directing 1 theSemester
1/2 UNIT
atre course. The student will participate H7162
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Successful competion of in all lessons in Directing 1 as well as CONCERT CHOIR
1 UNIT
Introduction to Competitive Theatre and individual projects in theatre production, Year
10-12
competition at three interscholastic high literature, and study of special topics. Grade Levels:
school forensics tournaments or audition
Writing skills will be utilized extensively Concert Choir is the primary performing
for the instructor
Students will study, in detail, the in this course, as well as performance ensemble of Raymore-Peculiar High School
presentation of events currently used in skills. This is a semester 1 only course. This class is designed as an advanced
forensics competition. Techniques to Students enrolling in IB Theatre Arts 1A mixed choral ensemble for the dedicated,
enhance the performance skills of the will be required to enroll in IB Theart Arts serious musician. Work will be done to
competitor will be employed. Competitive 1B during semester 1 of their Senior year. further develop the singing voice, reading
independence, vocal production, diction,
reader’s theatre and one-act plays will be
breath support and performance skills.
the focus of this class. Students enrolled
HI 27012 IB THEATRE ARTS SL 1B
Singing tests, written tests and written
in the class are expected to attend
1/2 UNIT
music theory work will be incorporated.
interscholastic forensics competitions. Semester
Grade Levels:
12 Weighted
Performances are a major part of this class
Prerequisite: Successful competion of IB
and a variety of choral compositions of
Theatre
Arts
SL
1
contrasting styles and periods will be used.
H7285
IB Theatre Arts SL IB is an advanced level Attendance is required at all rehearsals and
DISCOVERING THEATRE
course for seniors. This SL sequence is performances.
Semester
1/2 UNIT; 3 College Hours
for IB students using theatre for their group
Grade Levels: 11-12 Weighted
Discovering Theatre is a college-level six. It is taught within the Discovering H71731
course offered through the University of Theatre course. The student will partici- RAY-PEC RUSH
1 UNIT
Central Missouri. It is an extensive pate in all lessons in Discovering Theatre Year
10-12
examination of theatre as a living and viable as well as individual projects in theatre Grade Levels:
artistic medium. The course develops the production, literature, and study of spe- Prerequisite: By audition only
students understanding of theatre in the cial topics. Writing skills will be utilized The show choir uses singing and dancing
to entertain diverse audiences. This class
following areas: the purpose of theatre; the
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is designed to develop the entertainer’s games. Students will also prepare music
GENERAL MUSIC
skills of vocal production, physical for multiple concerts throughout the year.
movement and emotional expression. All students are encouraged to audition H72331 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
Students will learn various dance styles for All-District Band and perform a solo Semester
1/2 unit
as well as breath support, diction, sight and/or small ensemble at a music Grade Levels:
9-12
reading skills and music theory. Members festival.
will be expected to attend all performances
Percussion ensemble is a class dedicated
H7235
including several community functions.
to the unique needs of the concert perSYMPHONIC BAND
cussionist. Students will enhance their
Year
1 Unit
H7191
skills on a variety of percussion instruGrade Levels:
9-12
WOMEN’S CHOIR
ments, including snare drum, cymbals,
Prerequisite: Successful competion of a timpani, keyboard instruments, auxiliary
Year
1 UNIT
band class. Students must have instruments and more. The ensemble will
Grade Levels:
10-12
This is a non-auditioned choir open to any participated in band the previous semester. focus on enhancing each student’s techfemale. This class is designed to develop Student who did not attend Ray-Pec for nique on several instruments and will perthe treble singing voice, ear training, and the prior year will require approval by the form concerts throughout the school year.
competency in reading two- three- and four- instructor.
part music. A variety of musical styles is The Symphonic Band course is a full year H7252 MUSIC APPRECIATION
presented. Work includes singing band course designed to advance each Semester
1/2 UNIT
exercises to build and strengthen the voice student’s musical abilities. All students Grade Levels:
10-12
and improve diction, breath support and will audition to be placed into the This class is a survey of music throughout
resonance. Sofeggio is used to aid sight appropriate band course. Students will history with an emphasis on American
reading. This is a performance-oriented participate in band for all home football music. Students will develop listening skills
class. Attendance is required at all games. Students will also prepare music to distinguish many styles of music and
performances and rehearsals. Singing in for multiple concerts throughout the year. explore the basic elements of music
small ensembles, written tests and singing All students are strongly encouraged to through listening, writing, analyzing and
audition for All-District Band and perform performing.
tests are incorporated.
a solo and/or small ensemble at a music
festival.
H7193
HN72522
MEN’S CHOIR
AP MUSIC THEORY
H72402
Year
1 UNIT
Semester
1/2 Unit
WIND SYMPHONY
Grade Levels: 9-12
Grade Level(s)
11-12 Weighted
1 UNIT
This is a non-auditioned choir open to any Year
Prerequisite: At least two years of high
9-12
male. This class is designed to develop Grade Level:
school music (band or choir) or instructor
the singing voice, reading skills, ear Prerequisite: Successful competion of a approval
training, and understanding of the changing band class. Students must have Music Theory is a course designed for
voice. A variety of musical styles is participated in band the previous advanced students who want to pursue a
presented. Work includes singing semester. Student who did not attend Ray- career in music or wants to develop a
exercises to build and strengthen the voice Pec for the prior year will require approval deeper understanding of how music works.
and improve diction, breath support and by the instructor.
Students will learn skills and study
resonance. This is a performance-oriented The Wind Symphony course is a full year concepts concerning acoustics, music
class. Attendance is required at all band course designed to advance each notation, intervals and scales, chords,
performances and rehearsals. Singing in student’s musical abilities. All students melody writing, four-part chorales,
small ensembles, sight reading, written will audition to be placed into the harmonization and more.
tests and singing tests are incorporated. appropriate band course. Students will
participate in band for all home football H72334
games. Students will also prepare music GUITAR CLASS
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
for multiple concerts throughout the year. Semester
1/2 Unit
All students will audition to be placed into All students will audition for All-District Grade Level(s)
10-12
the appropriate band course.
Band and perform a solo and/or small This course is a survey of popular music
ensemble at a music festival.
throughout history with an emphasis on
H7231
NOTICE: Students enrolled in this class American music. The guitar will be used
CONCERT BAND
are required to attend Summer Band as a learning tool. Students will develop
Year
1 UNIT
Camp and all scheduled outside-of- listening skills to distinguish many styles
Grade Levels:
9-12
class rehearsals and events as part of of music and explore the basic elements
Prerequisite: Successful competion of a the grade for this course.
of music through listening, writing,
band class. Students must have
analyzing and performing. Guitar skills are
participated in band the previous semester.
not necessary to enroll in this class.
Student who did not attend Ray-Pec for
the prior year will require approval by the
instructor.
The Concert Band course is a full year
band course designed to advance each
student’s musical abilities. All students
will audition to be placed into the
appropriate band course. Students will
participate in band for all home football
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HEAL
TH AND PHYSICAL EDUCA
TION OFFERINGS
HEALTH
EDUCATION
The mission of the high school physical education department is to develop individuals who
can understand and practice personal behaviors to ensure their own health and general wellness.
Physical education integrates all aspects of a person’s development: physical, mental, emotional and
social. Our curriculum provides a broad and varied base of activities and concepts related to
personal health and lifetime wellness. Only one PE course may be taken each semester.
H8092
HEALTH
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
9-12 REQUIRED
Health is designed for all incoming
freshmen. The purpose is to give all
students the understanding of the
importance of; how to develop a healthy
foundation and lifestyle, physical activity and
nutrition, having good mental health and
emotional health, having safe and healthy
relationships, as well as personal care and
body systems. Students will also learn
about; injury prevention and environmental
health, growth and development, sexual
education, tobacco, alcohol and other
drugs, as well as diseases and disorders.
H8002
GIRLS PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
9 REQUIRED
Physical Education is designed for every
student to have the opportunity to be
successful. Students will have an
opportunity to develop positive social skills,
be involved in a variety of activities, develop
individual responsibility, and develop a
foundation for future physical education
offerings.
H8003
BOYS PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
9 REQUIRED
Physical Education is designed for every
student to have the opportunity to be
successful. Students will have an
opportunity to develop positive social skills,
be involved in a variety of activities, develop
individual responsibility, and develop a
foundation for future physical education
offerings.
H8022
INDIVIDUAL & DUAL SPORTS (FALL)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
This course is designed to provide students
with general skills and knowledge of
individual and dual sports for the fall season
of the year. May include the following
sports, but not limited to: tennis, volleyball
and disc golf.
H8032
INDIVIDUAL & DUAL SPORTS
(SPRING)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
This class is designed to provide students
the opportunity to improve skills and
knowledge of individual and dual sports for
the spring season of the year. May include
the following sports, but not limited to: floor
tennis, badminton, volleyball and golf.
H8062
SOCIAL DANCE
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
This course will offer a variety of dances
ranging from folk and American square
dances to popular ballroom dance and
country dances of today and earlier years.
H8072
BOYS COMPETITIVE TEAM SPORTS
(FALL)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
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H8121
H81822
This class is designed to provide students
ADVANCED WOMEN’S WEIGHT
with opportunity to improve skills and PHYSICAL FITNESS II
1/2 UNIT
TRAINING
knowledge of team sports. May include Semester
10-12
Semester
1/2 UNIT
but not be limited to: soccer, volleyball, flag Grade Levels:
Prerequisite:
Successful
competion
of
Grade
Levels:
10-12
football and team handball. Theory of these
Physical Fitness I
sports will also be emphasized.
This class is designed to help develop Weight Training I
strength and endurance at a higher level. This is an extremely high intensity course
H8082
This is an intense activity based class. designed to meet the needs of highly
BOYS COMPETITIVE TEAM SPORTS
Students are expected to perform at high motivated students. Students will workout
(SPRING)
levels. Students will have the opportunity each day the class meets. Students
Semester
1/2 UNIT
to learn about bone and muscle structure, should expect to work extremely hard and
Grade Levels:
10-12
This class is designed to provide students the importance of proper exercise and see significant increases in strength and
with opportunity to improve skills and how to maintain good physical condition. power. This course may be taken multiple
knowledge of team sports. This may This class may be taken multiple times times for additional credits.
include but not be limited to: basketball, for additional credits.
H81621
softball and floor hockey. Theory of these
H8132
WEIGHT TRAINING I (Fall)
sports will also be emphasized.
AEROBICS
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
H8102
Grade Levels:
10-12
This class is designed to help develop and
FIRST AID
This class is designed to increase increase strength through a systematic
Semester
1/2 UNIT
cardiovascular fitness and tone up and regular program of lifting weights.
Grade Levels:
10-12
Basic procedures will be taught for specific muscle groups to music and
immediate emergency care situations. videos. Students will learn what exercises H81622
Fundamental care and prevention will be are appropriate for toning specific muscle. WEIGHT TRAINING I (Spring)
1/2 UNIT
taught for the most common injury and Students will also learn about nutrition and Semester
muscle
groups.
Grade Levels:
10-12
illness areas. Students will also learn basic
fundamentals of CPR from certified staff
increase strength through a systematic
members. This course does not meet H8142
ADVANCED AEROBICS
and regular program of lifting weights.
the health or PE requirement.
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
H81731
H8122
Prerequisite: Successful competion of ADVANCED WEIGHT TRAINING
PHYSICAL FITNESS I
Aerobics
(Fall)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
This
class
will
continue
to
work
on
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
cardiovascular
fitness
and
muscle
Grade Levels:
10-12
This class is designed to help develop
strength and endurance. This is an intense strengthening to music and videos. Prerequisite: Successful competion of
activity based class. Students are Students will learn additional knowledge Weight Training I
expected to perform at high levels. about fitness, nutrition, and exercise and This is an extremely high intensity course
Students will have the opportunity to learn plan a workout of their own. This class designed to meet the needs of highly
about bone and muscle structure, the may be taken multiple times for additional motivated students. Students will workout
each day the class meets. Students
importance of proper exercise and how credits.
should expect to work extremely hard and
to maintain good physical condition.
H81821
see significant increases in strength and
WOMENS WEIGHT TRAINING
power. This course may be taken multiple
Semester
1/2 UNIT
times for additional credits.
Grade Level:
10-12
increase strength through a systematic
and regular program of lifting weights.
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H81732
H8201
H2204
ADVANCED WEIGHT TRAINING
ATHLETIC TRAINING
SUMMER PHYSICAL FITNESS
(Spring)
Semester
1/2
(Summer only)
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
The purpose of this course is to facilitate Grade Levels:
9-12
Prerequisite: Successful competion of student learning in the science of injury Summer Physical Fitness is designed for
Weight Training I
prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation every student to have the opportunity to
This is an extremely high intensity course related to sports management. Students learn more about and improve their
designed to meet the needs of highly will be required to participate in personal level of fitness. Students will
motivated students. Students will workout experiences outside of class with learn about body composition, flexibility,
each day the class meets. Students medical professionals as well as muscular endurance, muscular strength,
should expect to work extremely hard and explore various sports medicine cardiovascular endurance, the importance
see significant increases in strength and fields. This course does not meet the of proper exercise and how to maintain
power. This course may be taken multiple health or PE requirement.
good physical condition. This course
times for additional credits.
does not meet the P.E. or Health
H8202
graduation requirement.
H8182
ADVANCED ATHLETIC TRAINING
GIRLS TEAM SPORTS (FALL)
Semester
1/2
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
10-12
Grade Levels:
10-12
This class is designed to provide students Athletic Training
the opportunity to improve skills and This course provides the student with
knowledge of team sports. It may include information and basic skills used to
but not be limited to: softball, flag football, evaluate athletic injuries and special
soccer, volleyball, basketball and team problems of the body. Care, evaluation and
handball.
rehabilitation used in alleviating these
conditions and injuries will be the main
H81820
focal point of this class. Students will
GIRLS TEAM SPORTS (SPRING)
be required to participate in
Semester
1/2 UNIT
experiences outside of class with
Grade Levels:
10-12
medical professionals as well as
This class is designed to provide students explore various sports medicine
the opportunity to improve skills and fields.
knowledge of team sports. It may include
but not be limited to: softball, flag football,
soccer, volleyball, basketball and team
handball.
H8191
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Semester
1/2 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course is designed to provide
students with general skill and knowledge
of recreational activities. This may
include four core units: (1) Hiking; (2)
Horseshoes, croquet and frisbee golf; (3)
Marksmanship (hunter’s safety course is
included) and table tennis; (4) Archery.
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SPECIAL AREAS
SPECIAL AREAS
H0532
CADET TEACHING
Semester
1/2 to 1 UNIT
Grade Level:
12
Prerequisite 2.67 GPA, 95% Attendance,
NO major disciplinary actions, one
semester of tutoring with passing grade.
This course provides an opportunity for
students interested in the field of
education to obtain practical experience
by working with supervising teachers and
students at a district’s elementary or
middle school. Duties include completing
written assignments and projects; bulletin
boards; grading and duplication of papers;
and classroom instruction. Outstanding
citizenship, attendance and reliability are
a must. Students must provide their own
transportation to the field school. A parent
or guardian must sign a transportation
waiver. Those without a driver’s license
may walk to some schools. A two-week
training session will be given at the
beginning of the semester. Grades will be
based on attendance, evaluations by the
cadet coordinator and supervising
teachers, and a variety of written
assignments. This course may NOT be
taken concurrently with tutoring.
H0892
TUTORING/ MENTORING
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Levels:
11-12
Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA; 93% attendance
and no major disciplinary action-Juniors
and Seniors must be enrolled in the A+
program and working toward meeting the
requirements. This course may be taken
one time only.
This course will help fulfill the state
requirements for 50 hours of tutoring/
mentoring by students pursuing A+
status. The class will meet for a twoweek training session at the beginning of
the semester. Students will be placed
with a supervisory teacher at a school in
the district. Students must provide their
own transportation to the field schools.
A parent or guardian must sign a
transportation waiver. Those without a
driver’s license may walk to some field
schools. Grades will be based on
attendance, evaluations by the tutor
coordinator and supervising teachers and
a variety of written assignments. This
course may NOT be taken concurrently
with Cadet Teaching. Students may only
enroll in this class for one semester.
H0602
ACADEMIC SEMINAR
Grade Levels:
10-12
Prerequisite: Student must be enrolled in
a minimum of two (2) AP, Pre-IB, dualcredit or advanced courses in the
concurrent semester-eligible courses are
listed on page 13 of this guide
No grade-No credit
Academic Seminar offers students in
advanced courses the time to work on AP,
IB, dual-credit and/or advanced
coursework during the school day. This
course may be repeated. Students may
not take Academic Seminar and Teacher/
Office Aide in the same semester.
Students do not receive a grade or credit
for Academic Seminar.
H0992
TEACHER/OFFICE AIDE
Grade Levels: 11-12
Prerequisite: 93% Attendance, 2.5 nonweighted GPA, and good citizenship (no
more than 10 citizenship points the
previous year)
No grade-No credit
Students will help teachers at the high
school with typing, filing, small group
instruction and grading. Office Aides will
run errands for the office to which they
are assigned. Students interested in
enrolling must have a signed permission
form from the Teacher Aide Coordinator.
Students may not take Academic Seminar
and Teacher/Office Aide in the same
semester.
Students may only enroll in one nocredit aide class per semester and a
total of two semesters.
Students doing MSHSAA have to be
enrolled and pass three credits each
semester for sports or other activities.
H0882
LEADERSHIP CLASS
Year
1 Unit
Grade Levels:
11-12
Prerequisite: Written consent of the
Student Council Sponsor is required for
enrollment.
This class is designed for Student Council
members who have accepted
responsibility in various areas of student
leadership. It combines leadership
activities and presentations with specific
short-term and long-term tasks.
H0001
STUDY SKILLS
Grade Levels:
9-12
Semester:
1/2 UNIT
Study Skills class is designed to give the
academically struggling student time and
support with schoolwork. Along the way,
students have the opportunity to gain
skills they may not have mastered during
their early education. Students will
complete daily in-class assignments
designed to bolster classroom skills.
Students in this class also have the
opportunity to work on their other
schoolwork with the support of a teacher.
HI 290 IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE 1
Semester ½ Unit
Grade level: 11th (2nd semester)
Prerequisite: Concurrent IB classes
required for IB Diploma Candidates
HI 2902 IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE 2
Semester ½ Unit
Grade level: 11th (1st semester)
Students will reflect critically on their academic experiences explored through the
following areas of knowledge: mathematics, natural sciences, human sciences,
history, the arts, and ethics. Students will
use different ways of knowing to reflect
upon their experiences both inside and
outside the classroom and utilize knowledge based questions to evaluate the
bases of knowledge and their own thinking. Since TOK is committed to the public dialogue of ideas, class discussion will
be an integral part of the course. The IB
assessment requires one major essay and
a class presentation. This class is a required component of the IB diploma. For
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this reason, the course enrollment is lim- will be determined by student’s case
rounding, counting money, telling time,
ited to only diploma candidates.
making change, multiplication, as well as
manager.
Students will develop and build on their other relevant math skills.
basic reading and word attack skills
CLASSES BELOW ONLY WITH
through reading various fiction, non-fiction, H95810
CASE MANAGER APPROVAL
and poetry text. Juniors will expand their FUNDAMENTALS OF MATH
H9600
knowledge of the writing process (includ- Year:
1 Unit
LIFE SKILLS ENGLISH
ing capitalization, usage, punctuation, and Grade Levels:
9 - 12
Year:
1 Unit per year
spelling) through technical and academic Recommendation: Enrollment in this class
writing.
Grade Level:
9-12
will be determined by student’s case
Recommendation: Enrollment in this class
manager.
Life skills English is for students’ that prequalify for MAP-A state assessments.
This is a communication arts class where
students cover an array of items such as
letter sounds, reading sight words, spelling, writing sentences and formulating
paragraphs, as well as reading fluency. A
computer software reading program is also
used to improve student’s word recognition.
H20211
FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGLISH 1
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9
manager.
This course will focus on reading, writing,
speaking and listening skills. Students will
increase their basic reading and reading
comprehension skills through a study of
various texts including fiction, non-fiction,
and poetry. Freshmen will expand their
knowledge of the writing process through
academic writing.
H20212
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
10
manager.
Sophomores will increase their decoding,
fluency, vocabulary, comprehension,
speaking and writing skills throughout the
year. They will explore the writing process
and compose various descriptive, narrative, analytical and argumentative writing
projects.
H20213
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
11
manager.
H20214
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
12
manager.
Students will analyze literature and informational text throughout the year, while
still focusing on their basic reading and
word attack skills. Seniors will continue
to develop their reading fluency and comprehension skills throughout the course
of the year. Seniors will have mini writing
lessons within each unit of study, and will
receive instruction on the key types of
writing: argument essay, informational/
explanatory, and narrative writings.
H2020
READING
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
manager.
Students will develop and build upon their
reading fluency and personal reading comprehension skills. Students will analyze
literature throughout the course of the
year, while paying particular attention to
main ideas and details, problem/solution,
making inferences, and summarizing various reading materials. Students will read
in class text, as well as required personal
outside reading material.
H9580
LIFE SKILLS MATH
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
manager.
Life skills math is for students’ that prequalify for MAP-A state assessments.
This class covers topics ranging from
number recognition, addition, subtraction,
This course is designed to provide instruction on foundational math skills. The
course will be a study of basic math concepts which may include: place value,
rounding, order of operations, fractions,
decimals, percent, average, exponents,
one-step algebraic equations, consumer
math.
H95815
PRE-ALGEBRA 1 A
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
manager.
This course is for students who are proficient in foundational math skills. The
course will be a study of half of the prealgebra concepts in a pre-algebra course
and may include: solving two-step algebraic equations, writing number sentences, calculating simple interest, negative and positive exponents, relating fractions, percentages, and decimals, perimeter, area, graphing.
H95816
PRE-ALGEBRA 1 B
Year: 1
Unit
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
manager.
This course will be a study of the second
half of pre-algebra concepts taught in a
pre-algebra course and may include: perimeter, area, multi-step algebraic equations, graphing of data, probability, polynomials.
H95817
ALGEBRA 1 A
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
manager.
This course is for students who are
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proficient in pre-algebra math concepts. H9481
The course will be a study of half of the FUNDAMENTALS OF AMERICAN HIS- manager.
algebra concepts taught in an algebra TORY
Life skills science is for students’ that precourse and may include: operations with Year: 1 Unit
qualify for alternative state assessments.
integers, multi-step algebraic equations Grade Levels: 9
This class covers a variety of topics such
with variables on both sides, Recommendation: Enrollment in this class as knowledge of the days of the week,
percentages, ratios, proportions, linear will be determined by student’s case
months of the year, holidays, seasons,
equations and graphs.
manager.
the water cycle, plant growth, moon
This American History course is designed phases, cooking, weather, as well as livH95818
to introduce students to the changes in ing and non-living things.
ALGEBRA 1 B
the U.S. through political, economic, soYear:
1 Unit
cial, and industrial expansion by study- H9775
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
ing the eras of Reconstruction through FUNDAMENTALS OF ENV/EARTH SCIRecommendation: Enrollment in this class
today’s “war on terrorism.” Additionally, ENCE
this course will give students an under- Year:
1 Unit
manager.
standing of the importance of functioning Grade Level:
9
This course will be a study of the second in a culturally diverse America. Students Recommendation: Enrollment in this class
half of algebra concepts taught in an al- will demonstrate their mastery of these will be determined by student’s case
gebra course and may include: solving concepts through multiple instructional manager.
This course is designed for incoming freshequations, ratios, proportional reasoning methodologies.
men who need to work on development of
and statistics, percentages, linear equatheir science skills and core knowledge.
tions and graphs, operations with expo- H9482
nents, and systems of equations and in- FUNDAMENTALS OF WORLD HIS- This course will include basic concepts
of metric measurement, Earth chemistry,
equalities.
TORY
scientific method, climate, Earth history,
Year:
1 Unit
H95819
tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, asGrade Levels:
10
PRE-MATHEMATICS WITH
tronomy, and weather. When appropriate,
BUSINESS APPLICATIONS
labs, projects, and hands-on activities will
Year:
1 Unit
be used to reinforce and practice learning
manager.
Grade Levels:
11-12
This course is a social, cultural, economic targets.
and political study of mankind from primiwill be determined by student’s case
tive beginnings to the present. Students H9672
manager.
will be introduced to such topics through FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE SCIENCE
This course will use previously learned comparative analysis from antiquity Year:
1 Unit
math concepts and skills through appli- through the modern age. Special empha- Grade Level:
9-10
cations found in daily personal finance and sis will be given to the many and varied Recommendation: Enrollment in this class
business situations. Topics may include contributions to the world cultural growth will be determined by student’s case
income, taxes, budgeting, bank accounts, that have been made by all humanity; eth- manager.
consumer math, loans, cost of a vehicle, nic, racial, gender and religious.
This course is designed to provide stuhousing costs, measurement, insurance
dents with basic coverage of biological
and sales for a business.
concepts. Areas covered include scienH9485
FUNDAMENTALS OF AMERICAN
tific methods, cell structures, cell energy
H9480
GOVERNMENT
cycles, DNA, meiosis/mitosis, ecology,
LIFE SKILLS HISTORY
basic genetics, classification, and evoluYear:
1 Unit
Year:
1 Unit
tion. When appropriate, labs, projects, and
Grade Levels:
11
Grade Level:
9-12
hands-on activities will be used to reinRecommendation: Enrollment in this class
force and practice learning targets.
manager.
Life skills history is for students’ that prequalify for MAP-A state assessments.
This class covers an array of topics related to communities, cities, states, continents, and the founding of the United
States. A variety of hands on projects and
other activities are done in this class to
help students understand the topics at their
functional level.
manager.
This course examines the origins, development, and basic structure of the United
States’ government. Students will take the
U.S. and Missouri Constitution Exams as
part of this course, and must pass the
exam and course in order to graduate.
H9773
LIFE SKILLS SCIENCE
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
H9774
FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
10-12
manager.
This course is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of physical
science. Areas covered include metric
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measurement review, motion, magnetism, will be determined by student’s case
H9793 CAREER EDUCATION:
chemical reactions, work and simple ma- manager.
Year:
1 Unit
chines, heat, sound, light, and electricity. Daily living is a class that works to en- Grade Levels:
11 - 12
When appropriate, labs, projects, and hance skills such as personal hygiene, Recommendation: Enrollment in this class
hands-on activities will be used to rein- daily skills such as vacuuming, washing will be determined by student’s case
dishes, cleaning items, and making de- manager.
force and practice learning targets.
posits for our school store, human body While exploring career goals, students will
H9556
systems and as well as sexual educa- master academic and workplace skills
TRANSITION
tion. Students will also attend a variety of necessary to make a successful transiplaces on community based instruction tion from school to career. This course is
Year:
1 Unit
trips to promote positive and appropriate taken in conjunction with the Cooperative
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
community behavior.
Career Education Internship option.
manager.
This course is designed for students to
gain the skills needed to be successful in
high school, while also addressing postsecondary goals. Students will complete
daily in-class assignments designed to
move the students toward mastery of life
situations, classroom skills, and postsecondary interests. Subjects taught include job applications, job interviews, selfadvocacy, college preparation, career exploration, and career planning. Students
will be given the opportunity to work on
assignments from other classes, and get
extra help, as needed, to be successful
in the regular education setting.
H9794
PERSONAL LIVING
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Levels:
10 - 12
manager.
This course is designed to provide instruction in money management skills which
includes banking, budgeting, consumer
purchases, insurance, doctors and dentists, job applications and interviews, and
living independently. Students will be required to complete daily in-class assignments designed to move the students toward mastery of Personal Living concepts.
H9550
CHOICES TRANSITION
H09310
FUNCTIONAL JOB SKILLS
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Levels:
9 - 12
manager.
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
manager.
This course is designed for students to
gain the skills needed to be successful in
high school, while also addressing postsecondary goals. Students will complete
daily in-class assignments designed to
move the students toward mastery of life
situations, classroom skills, and postsecondary interests. Subjects taught include job applications, job interviews, selfadvocacy, college preparation, career exploration, and career planning. Students
will be given the opportunity to work on
assignments from other classes, and get
extra help, as needed, to be successful
in the regular education setting. This
course will also include a social skills
component.
H9792
DAILY LIVING
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
Functional Job Skills is a class for students that pre-qualify for MAP-A state
assessments to enhance soft skills to
prepare them for a work setting environment. Students receive on the job training
at a variety places in the community as
well as attend community based instruction trips.
H0931
JOB SKILLS
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
9-12
manager.
Job Skills is a class that strives to enhance skills to prepare students for a work
setting environment. Students receive
training on a variety of skills that will help
them search for, apply and interview, and
accomplish career goals post-secondary.
H0930
COOPERATIVE CAREER
EDUCATION INTERNSHIP:
Year: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 12
manager.
Career Education uses Cooperative Career Education Internship as a method of
instruction for senior level students
whereby students receive on-the-job training. This course utilizes supervised employment that allows the student to relate
classroom instruction to the workplace.
H9780
OCCUPATIONAL PREPARATION
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
12
Recommendation: Enrollment in this
class will be determined by a student's
case manager
This course will prepare students who receive special services for entry into the
job market. The specific length and depth
of each individual's program will correlate
to that student's needs and personal Transition Plan as described in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
H9780
OCCUPATIONAL PREPARATION
Year:
1 Unit
Grade Level:
12
Recommendation: Enrollment in this
class will be determined by a student's
case manager
This course will prepare students who receive special services for entry into the
job market. The specific length and depth
of each individual's program will correlate
to that student's needs and personal Transition Plan as described in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
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CASS CAREER CENTER
The following are programs offered through Cass Career Center. These programs are designed to be 1-2 years of
instructional length. The Cass Career Center instructor and sending school must approve students interested in
participating. Students have the opportunity to earn dual or articulated credit through nearly all of the Cass
Career Center Programs. More information can be found at www.casscareercenter.com
H90921
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
EXTERIOR
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
11
Prerequisite: Application and interview
with instructor.
Dual Credit: University of Central Missouri,
may be earned for 6 college credit hours
Articulated Credit: North Central Missouri
College and Coffeyville Community
College
This offering will focus on the total
construction industry. The course content
includes planning, estimating, and training
in order to prepare students to enter all
aspects of the construction industry. In
addition, students will learn construction
safety, structural framing and finishing,
concrete/masonry usage, interior trim,
cabinet construction, drywall finishing,
exterior and interior finishes, general
electricity, plumbing, basic heating/cooling
systems, installation of alarm systems and
installation of computer/TV cabling
systems. General math and tape measure
reading necessary. Certification with
Association of General Contractors will be
awarded at the completion of course.
H91021
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
INTERIOR
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
11-12
with instructor.
Dual Credit: University of Central Missouri,
may be earned for 6 college credit hours
College and Coffeyville Community
College
This program will focus on the total
construction industry. Students will learn
construction safety, plumbing, electricity,
HVAC, insulation, drywall/finishing, trim,
cabinet installation, and installation of alarm
systems and computer/TV cabling
systems. General math and tape measure
reading necessary. Students meeting
requirements will have the opportunity to
receive advanced placement with the
Association of General Contractors (union)
and certification with the Associated
Builders and Contractors (union and
nonunion). This class is one year of a 2year program.
H91921
HEALTH SCIENCES
Year
3 UNITS
Grade Level:
12
Prerequisite: Visit with instructor
Articulated Credit: UCM, may earn up to 4
credit hours.
With many new job opportunities in health
care, students enrolling in this program will
have the opportunity to learn basic health
care skills to prepare them to directly enter
the health care field or to continue their
education in the health care field. Students
will learn basic health assistant skills,
medical terminology, anatomy and
physiology, and research various health
care careers. Students will work hands-on
in a long term health care facility and have
the opportunity to do job shadowing in
various departments in the hospital setting
such as emergency room, ICU, laboratory,
radiology, dietary, medical/surgical, and
medication order entry. In addition, students
will have shadowing opportunities in fields
such as veterinary, daycare, dialysis, and
dental. Students will complete the
requirements to obtain their CNA
certification in this class. ALL students must
submit a valid Social Security card and
successfully pass a background check in
order to meet the requirements of this
program.
H90721
COMPUTER-AIDED
DRAFTING & DESIGN I
Semester
1.5 UNITS
Grade Level:
11
Articulated Credit: Twenty-four hours of
articulated credit are available through
Vatterott College; MCC or articulated dual
credit agreement for up to 5 credit hours.
This program will give a college bound
design/engineering student a big jump
ahead of the pack and prepare him or her
for an entry level career in drafting and
design. Students will learn a broad variety
of drafting designing skills needed to be a
designer in the architectural, mechanical/
industrial, and civil drafting fields. We are
currently training in Auto CAD, Release
2005. Many hands-on opportunities are
available for welding, surveying, and
residential construction techniques through
model building. Seniors will design and build
a 1/16th scale model 2000 square foot
house based on local building codes.
H90821
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING &
DESIGN II
Year
1.5 UNITS
Grade Level:
11
H90823
ADVANCED CADD 3
Semester
Grade Level:
1.5 UNITS
12
H90824
ADVANCED CADD 4
Semester
Grade Level:
1.5 UNITS
12
H91520 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
11-12
Prerequisite: application and interview
with instructor
This 3-hour block program is completed in
one year and prepares students for the
CompTia A+ and CompTia Network+ certification exams. Training uses TestOut curriculum and hands-on projects to provide
rigorous, industry based training. Upon
successful completion of the curriculum,
students can walk away with an industry
recognized credential, preparing them for
continued education or to go directly to work
after high school.
H91225 WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Year
Grade Level
3 Units
11
H91226 ADVANCED WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
12
with instructor
Dual Credit: Metropolitan Community
College; may be earned for 12 credit
hours
Community College and State Technical
College of Missouri
Students learn basic welding skills and
safety measures essential in the field of
welding. Course content includes oxyacetylene welding, shielded metal arc
welding, gas metal arc welding and brief
exposure to gun tungsten arc welding.
Also covered is math for welders, blue-
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print reading, welding symbols and weld- maintenance. Career opportunities in AG CONSTRUCTION II ing safety. Student must have general animal science and veterinary medicine will Second Semester
math skills and to be able to read a tape also be examined. Second semester, Semester
1/2 UNIT
11-12
measure. The student must provide their students will look at horse production, care, Grade Level:
and management. Instruction on the horse This course continues the studies of Ag
own personal protective equipment.
The agriculture program of instruction
for secondary students should involve
both depth and breadth and be
organized with an entry-level
sequence in combination with
advanced courses in agriculture. The
entry-level sequence will begin with a
two-semester course. Because FFA is
an integral part of the agriculture
program, all students enrolled in an
agriculture course will be highly
encouraged to become members of
and participate in the FFA.
H90321
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE I-PLANT &
ANIMAL TECHNOLOGY
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11
This course is designed as an introduction
to general agriculture and horticulture.
Units of instruction will include small animal
care, animal breeds, animal reproduction,
animal nutrition, agribusiness, Ag
processing, food science, plant growth,
plant reproduction, crop science, and land
use and regulations. Students will also be
introduced to the National FFA
Organization, Supervised Agriculture
Experience
programs,
leadership
development, and over 200 career
opportunities.
H90421
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE II—
MECHANIZED AGRICULTURE
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course is designed for an introduction
to mechanized agricultural technology and
the careers associated with this field. Units
of instruction will include careers in
agricultural mechanics and skill training
units in hand and power tools as well as
wood and metal work, arc welding,
oxyacetylene welding, electricity, project
planning, plumbing, and concrete masonry.
Course work will also include instruction in
leadership development and supervised
agriculture
experience
program
development. Students will be required to
complete a lab project in each content area.
VETERINARY & EQUINE SCIENCE
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course builds on animal science topics
introduced in Ag Science I. First semester,
students will learn basic animal anatomy,
body systems, care, and maintenance for
small animals and livestock. Units of
instruction will include: anatomy and
physiology, genetics, reproduction,
nutrition, health, and proper care and
industry, reproduction, nutrition, selection,
health, and training will be covered. This
course is offered in even years.
Construction I through construction of
major metal and wood projects. This
CONSERVATION OF NATURAL
RESOURCES
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course prepares students for activities
in the conservation and/or improvement of
natural resources such as oil, water, air,
forest, fish, and wildlife for economic and
recreational purposes. Units of instruction
will include management in: natural
resources, habitats, soils, entomology,
grasslands, streams and ponds, fish,
forestry and wildlife. Students will be
required to develop a comprehensive
conservation plan.
AG POWER & MECHANIZATION
TECHNOLOGY
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course develops skills in the theory of
operation in maintenance, repair,
adjustment, and overhaul of small engines.
Second semester will include basic
principles of power transmissions, hydraulic
systems, as well as gas and diesel engines.
Students will be required to complete a lab
project.
AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT—
Economics and Sales
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course combines economic principles
of business with sales, management, and
service skills. Economic principles will
include supply/demand, fix/variable cost,
and time value of money, futures/options/
stock market, business management and
price forecasting. Students will be expected
to complete a farm or small business plan.
Sales units will include human relations,
personal inventory, careers, sales
presentations, customer relations,
marketing, purchasing, grading and
transporting. This course is offered in even
years.
AG STRUCTURES I - First Semester
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade levels:
11-12
This course includes electrical wiring,
electrical motors, concrete masonry,
plumbing, area surveying, and farm
buildings. This course is offered in even
years.
AG STRUCTURES II - Second
Semester
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This class continues the course studies of
Ag Structures I through construction of
major agriculture structures. This course
is offered in even years.
AG CONSTRUCTION I - First Semester
Semester
1/2 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
This course utilizes welding in the
development of major metal skills in MIG,
Arc and Oxyacetylene systems. This
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURE
EXPERIENCE
Year
1-2 Units
Grade level:
12
The SAE class is designed to give students
an opportunity to receive credit for an
agriculture related work experience.
Students must be enrolled in an upper level
agriculture class and SAE instructor/
supervisors must approve enrollment.
Students must work 10 hours weekly to
receive one credit and 20 hours weekly to
receive two credit hours. Students are not
required to attend an actual SAE class but
written reports must be submitted weekly.
ADVANCED LIVESTOCK
MANAGEMENT
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
Articulated Credit: University of Central
Missouri (AGRI 1420: Animal Husbandry)
may be earned for 3 college credit
hours
Intensive study in livestock production,
management, marketing, nutrition,
breeding, production records, selection,
animal health, waste management and
conservation practices may be included in
this course.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN & TURF
MANAGEMENT
Year
1 UNIT
Grade Level:
11-12
Articulated Credit: Metropolitan
Community College (AGBS 153: Special
Topics in Horticulture) may be earned for
3 credit hours. Students must complete
Landscape Design & Turf Management
and Greenhouse Operations.
This course includes careers, the basic
techniques of landscape design and
selection of plant materials. Developing
bids and cost estimates, landscape
installation, and landscape maintenance
are also included. A major landscape
project is required for this class.
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Greenhouse lab participation is required. Articulated Credit: Metropolitan Community accident investigation, and types of law
This course is offered in even years.
College may be earned for 13 college credit enforcement equipment used in the indushours
try today. There will be a strong connecUpon successful completion of this course tion to industry and students should be
ADVANCED PLANT SCIENCE
the student will have received training for prepared for dealing with real world sceYear
1 Unit
certification as a Firefighter I & II, Hazardous narios in a mature and professional manGrade Level
11-12
Materials Awareness & Operations. A class ner. A class uniform is required. This
Prerequisite: Agriculture Science I or
uniform will be required. This course is both course is both a physical and knowledge
teacher approval
a physical and knowledge demanding demanding course and students will parArticulated Credit: Metropolitan Commucourse. Successful completion of all
ticipate in active physical training.
nity College (AGBS 153: Special Topics in
Horticulture) may be earned for 3 credit
hours. Students must complete Landscape
Design & Turf Management and Advanced
Plant Science.
This is an advanced class specializing in
all aspects of plant production. First semester will focus on crop production principles: plant biology, soil fertility and
management, selecting and identifying
crops and sees, major economic crop
production. Second semester will focus
on greenhouse management: floriculture,
floral design, insects, diseases, irrigation,
fertilization and marketing. Greenhouse
Lab participation is required.
H9162
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGYBasic (EMT)
Year
3 UNITS
Grade Level:
11-12
Prerequisite:Minimum of a 2.5 GPA; 90%
attendance record at home high school;
good reading,writing, and math skills. A
Interview with the instructor during the
sophomore year is mandatory.
Articulated Credit: Metropolitan Community
College credit may be earned for 8 hours.
Basic life support and emergency care
skills taught. The student receives
instruction for the skills necessary to detect
signs, symptoms, and procedures of field
management for emergency medical
situations. Clinical observations on local
ambulance services occur after class time,
students will need to provide their own
transportation to these locations. A class
uniform will be required. This course is both
a physical and knowledge demanding
course. Successful completion of all
requirements allows the student to be
eligible to take the National Registry of EMT
practical and written examinations. The
student must be 18 years of age to take
the examinations. Student may be eligible
for eight college credits through Metropolitan
Community College system if certain
criteria are met.
H9163
FIRE SCIENCE I & II
Year
3 UNITS
Grade Level:
11-12
Prerequisite: Minimum of a 2.5 GPA;
90% attendance record; good reading,
writing, & math skills. An interview with
the instructor prior to enrollment in class
is mandatory for EMT and Firefighter I &
II.
required courses allows the student to be
eligible for testing as a Firefighter through
the Missouri Division of Fire Safety. The
student must be 18 years of age, have a
drivers license and high school diploma to
receive certification, though the student
may test before he or she is 18. Students
are encouraged to participate in SkillsUSA
student organization. There is a fee
associated with membership for dues.
Participation in a fundraiser or optional
buyout will be required to help cover charges
associated with competitions.
H9446
CAREER & TECHNICAL ENGLISH
Grades:
11-12
Credit:
0.25 per semester
Embedded Credit Procedure: Language
Arts credit may be awarded to those
students who complete 16 specific
Language Arts objectives. Each objective
must be mastered at a 70% or higher rate.
Since this course is embedded within
another class, students must be enrolled
in a three hour block class at the Cass
Career Center. Students can earn a
maximum of 1.0 credit over a two-year
period to fulfill the Language Arts graduation
requirement.
H9445
CAREER & TECHNICAL MATH
Grades:
11-12
Credit:
0.25 per semester
Embedded Credit Procedure: Career &
Technical Math offered at CCC is a resource
established to help prepare students for
meaningful employment with businesses
who offer competitive positions for future
success, both intellectually and financially.
Since this course is embedded within
another class, students must be enrolled
in a three hour block class at the Cass
Career Center. Students can earn a
maximum of 1.0 credit to fulfill the Math
graduation requirement.
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H9160 CRIMINAL JUSTICE / CSI
Year
Grade Level
3 units
11-12
This 2 year program is a general introduction to the American criminal justice
system with emphasis on law enforcement. Students will investigate U.S. constitutional law and the Missouri criminal
code as well as many aspects of law enforcement such as professional ethics,
evidence procedure, crime scene and
H90122 AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE
& LIGHT REPAIR I
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
11
with instructor
Articulation credit: Metropolitan Community College, State Technical College of
MO and North Central Missouri College
This program includes an introduction to
electrical, steering and suspension,
brakes and manual drive train. In addition, students will be trained and tested
in shop and equipment safety. Students
will explore career opportunities offered
in the Distribution, Transportation and
Logistics career clusters. All students
must visit with the instructor prior to enrolling in the class. The visit will include
a short test of math, language and mechanical ability. Students will be eligible
to sit for NATEF/ASE student exams (G1
Maintenance & Light Repair-student level)
upon successful completion of program.
This class is one year of a 2-year program.
H90123 AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE
& REPAIR II
Year
3 Units
Grade Level
12
with instructor
Articulation credit: Metropolitan Community College, State Technical College of
MO and North Central Missouri College
This program includes an introduction to
engine performance, engine repair, HVAC
and automotive transmission. In addition,
students will be trained and tested in shop
and equipment safety. Students will explore career opportunities offered in the
Distribution, Transportation and Logistics
career clusters. All students must visit
with the instructor prior to enrolling in the
class. The visit will include a short test of
math, language and mechanical ability.
Students will be eligible to sit for NATEF/
ASE student exams (G1 Maintenance &
Light Repair-student level) upon successful completion of program. This class is
one year of a 2-year program.
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SUMMIT TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
The STA provides a multiple exit program which prepares students for entry into high tech, high wage careers immediately upon graduation, entry into Associate Degree programs, or entry into Bachelor Degree programs in technology,
engineering or health care. Course work is designed to provide practical applications of core area subjects as they
relate to the use of technology. Students must apply and the Summit Technology Academy must approve those interested in participating. For more complete information see the web site (www.sta.lsr7.org). Courses are offered as a
daily two hour and five minute block at Summit Technology Academy in Lee’s Summit. Transportation can be provided
in most cases.
SUMMIT TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
CAMPUS, 777 NW Blue Parkway, LSMO
(sta. lsr7.org)
* denotes Missouri Innovation Campus
(MIC) program, which is a progressive
initiative by the University of Central
Missouri, Metropolitan Community
Colleges, as well as numerous business
partners such as Cerner Corporation, DST,
Burns & McDonnell, Grundfos, and Kiewit.
The selection of students to be part of the
MIC will encompass numerous steps.
Each step of the student's plan towards a
baccalaureate degree will include industry
immersion with local businesses that are
in need of developing a skilled workforce.
MIC students must meet more rigorous
standards, such as a 3.0 GPA, 95%
attendance, and appropriate COMPASS or
ACT scores. For more information visit,
http://ucmo.edu/mic or ask your guidance
counselor.
H94442
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING*
Grades: 11-12
Credits: 1.5
PREREQUISITE for PLTW Member
Schools: Introduction to Engineering
Design, Principles of Engineering
PREREQUISITES: Algebra II with a B- or
better. Recommended: Physics (completed or concurrent enrollment. Internet
access outside of class is highly recommended.
This course provides students with the
fundamental knowledge and experience
to apply mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to the design, development, and evolution of aircraft, space
vehicles and their operating systems. This
course is part of the PLTW Engineering
curriculum. In the classroom, students will
engage in creative thinking and problemsolving activities using software that allows students to design, test, and evaluate a variety of air and space vehicles,
their systems, and launching, guidance
and control procedures. Students will build
and test model rockets, gliders, airfoils,
robots, wind turbines, and fiberglass composite samples. Students will also fly a
plane in a flight simulator program, complete challenges with their robot, and use
high-altitude ballooning to understand atmospheric conditions and characteristics.
Students can expect to work with and/or
be mentored by professionals in the aviation/aerospace career field from around
the Greater Kansas City metropolitan
area.
HN90464
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS *
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1.5 Fall Semester W/C
DUAL CREDIT: UCM ET 1026, ET 1050 (8
hrs. credit for eligible students)
PREREQUISITE: GPA: 2.5 cumulative or
better; Attendance: 90% or better; Math:
Algebra I, B- or better; Reading/Writing:
10th grade level
Recommended: Drafting/CAD I,
Technology & Engineering I, Geometry,
Internet access outside of class is highly
recommended.
This is a course in applied logic that gives
students the opportunity to learn how
computers/logic circuits think and control
the world around us. Computer simulation
software is used to design and test digital
circuitry prior to the actual construction of
the circuits. Students will have the
opportunity to learn everything from basic
electronic circuit design, logic circuit design,
all the way up to and including programming
and interfacing with microcontrollers, which
includes robot applications.
HN9450
COMPUTER INTEGRATED
MANUFACTURING *
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1.5 Spring Semester W/C
Dual Credit: UCM ENGT 1012 (2 hrs.
credit for eligible students)
10th grade level
Recommended: Drafting/CAD I,
Technology & Engineering I, Geometry,
Internet access outside of class is highly
recommended.
This course is designed to expose students
to the fundamentals of computerized
manufacturing technology. The course is
built around several key concepts:
Computer Modeling-using a three
dimensional, solid modeling software
package with mass property analysis. CNC
Equipment - understanding the machine
tools and its operating and programming
aspects. CAM Software - converting
computer generated geometry into a
program to drive CNC machine tools.
Robotics-using a robot for materials
handling and assembly operations. Flexible
Manufacturing Systems - working in teams
to design manufacturing work cells and
table top factory simulations.
HN94422
ENGINEERING DESIGN AND
DEVELOPMENT
Grade: 12
Credits: 3 units, 1.5 Fall Semester, 1.5
Spring Semester W/C
Algebra II B or better. Other requirements:
Completion of Digital Electronics with C or
better, high school Physics with a B or better.
Recommended: Trigonometry/Analytic
Geometry (completed or concurrent
enrollment)
Fall semester Student design teams work
on an open-ended problem in which they
research, design, and construct a solution.
Students apply principles developed in the
four preceding PLTW courses, learn
advanced physics and mathematical
applications, and are guided by engineering
mentors. Design teams must present
progress reports, submit a final written
report, and defend their solutions to a panel
of Kansas City area engineering
professionals at the end of the fall
semester.
Spring semester The Engineering Field
Experience (EFE) course requires that
students (AM section only) travel two days
per week Lee’s Summit City Hall, Public
Works Engineering Department. The
engineering staff at HDR travel to STA on
two days per week. It is the goal of these
organizations to provide students with real,
on-going or planned infrastructure (roads,
traffic, waste-water conveyance, rainwater
runoff, etc.) projects. Students will learn the
fundamentals structures, fluid statics, and
dynamics, which will be applied directly to
the projects for LSPW and HDR.
HN90261/HN90281
NETWORK ENGINEERING I & II *
Grade: 11-12
Spring Semester W/C
Dual Credit: UCM Net 1060, 1061 2060, &
2061 (3 hrs. credit each course for
eligible students) or State-wide Articulated
Credit
10th grade level; Other requirement:
Keyboarding, minimum 30 WPM. Outside
class Internet access is required.
Recommended: Computer Hardware and
Operating Systems I (offered traditional or
through R7 Online)
Fall semester The course introduces the
architecture,
structure,
functions,
components and models of the Internet and
other computer networks. It uses the OSI
and TCP/IP layered models to examine the
roles of protocols and services. This
includes the principles and structure of IP
addressing, LAN and WAN specifications,
and network management which provide a
foundation for the course. Hands on and
simulation based activities in this course
assist with the configuration, operation, and
troubleshooting of routers and switches in
a small to medium sized internetwork.
This course helps the student prepare for
the Cisco Certified Entry Network
Technician certification exam.
Spring semester This course provides a
comprehensive, theoretical, and practical
approach to learning the technologies and
protocols needed to design, implement,
and secure enterprise and wide area
networks. This includes functionality,
configuration, and troubleshooting of interVLAN routing, VLANs, WLANs as well as
wide area networking technologies.
This course helps the student prepare for
the Cisco Certified Network Associate
certification exam.
HN94414
CYBER SECURITY
Fall PM ONLY
Grade: 12
Credits: 1.5 units
PREREQUISITE: CHAOS I & II Required
This course teaches students the skills
needed to obtain entry-level security
specialist jobs. It provides a hands-on
introduction to network security. Student in
the course will examine, design and
implement security rules and policies that
govern corporate networks. This course
helps the student prepare for the Security+
certification exam.
HN94440
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT *
Grade: 11-12
Spring Semester W/C
Dual Credit: MCC CSIS 123, 222, 223
(available to eligible students)
Algebra II, B- or better or previous
programming knowledge; Reading/
Writing: 10th grade or higher; Home
internet access required; keyboarding,
min. 30 wpm
RECOMMENDED: One of the following
courses CHAOS I OR Database
Management I (CHAOS I and DB I/II
offered through R7 Online)
Fall semester: This course is the C++
programming language. The student will
focus on structured programming
techniques, proper program design and
object-oriented programming concepts
and skills. Topics include basic objectoriented programming, events, logic
structures and simple input/output
techniques.
Spring semester: Using the Java
programming language, the student will
focus on structured programming
techniques, proper program design and
object-oriented programming concepts
and skills.
H94418
INTERNSHIP IN STEM CAREERS
Grade: 12
Credit: .5 credit per semester for minimum
10-19 hours per week supervised
employment
1.0 credit per semester for minimum 20
hours per week supervised employment
PREREQUISITE: Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or
better; 95% attendance; earned minimum
of 3 credits in area of focus OR completion
of STA program as a junior; completed
application approved by counselor and
teacher/supervisor.
This course/internship offers students a
chance to earn high school credit for a
unique,
problem-based
learning
experience in a highly competitive work
environment in the areas of science,
technology, engineering and math (STEM).
Students will secure an internship in an area
that matches their chosen area of focus.
Interns will work collaboratively to solve a
variety of relevant problems, as well as
participate in real-work and job exploration
activities. At the completion of the program,
interns
will
demonstrate
their
communication and collaborative skills
through a senior exposition. Student must
provide their own transportation.
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HN94441
INTERNSHIP IN MIC *
AM ONLY
Grade: 12
Spring Semester W
PREREQUISITE: ONLY AVAILABLE TO
STUDENTS WHO STARTED IN MISSOURI
INNOVATION CAMPUS PROGRAM PRIOR
TO THEIR JUNIOR YEAR
This course is for students who will be
completing an internship through one of the
MIC business partners. Student will attend
STA either first or second semester and will
take a dual credit course through MCC as
part of this course. Students should enroll
in this course for the entire year.
H94433
DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGY
Grade: 11-12
Spring Semester
Algebra I, C or better; Reading/Writing: 10th
grade level; one credit in Fine Arts
Recommended: Computer Applications or
Programming; proficiency in keyboarding.
The Digital Media Technology program at
Summit Technology Academy gives
students an opportunity to explore and
prepare for careers in the entertainment and
media communications industries.
Students will focus on audio production
technologies including sound generation,
studio recording and live sound
reinforcement. They will work in teams to
integrate music, graphics and video
technologies in entrepreneurial projects for
their schools and/or communities. Students
have the opportunity to earn an industryrecognized certification in Apple Final Cut
Pro.
HN90364/HN90368
MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS/BIOMEDICAL
INNOVATION PLTW
Grade: 11-12
Spring Semester W/C
College Credit: Missouri S&T Bio Sci. 188
& 175 (3 hrs. credit each course for students
completing the course with a B- or higher
and receiving a 6 or higher score on the
EOC)
better; Attendance: 90% or better
COURSE PREREQUISITE: Two of the
following science courses: biology,
chemistry, anatomy and physiology, or other
related sciences
Learner Profile: independent learner; able
to apply knowledge to new situations and
concepts; strong desire to pursue a career
in medicine
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Medical Interventions™ Students
investigate the variety of interventions
involved in the prevention, diagnosis and
treatment of disease as they follow the lives
of a fictitious family. The course is a “HowTo” manual for maintaining overall health
and homeostasis in the body as students
explore how to prevent and fight infection,
how to screen & evaluate the code in human
DNA, how to prevent, diagnose and treat
cancer, and how to prevail when the organs
of the body begin to fail. Students are
exposed to a wide range of interventions
related to immunology, surgery, genetics,
pharmacology, medical devices, and
diagnostics.
Biomedical Innovation™ In this capstone
course students design and conduct
experiments related to the diagnosis,
treatment, and prevention of disease or
illness. They apply their knowledge and
skills to solve problems related to BioMedical science. They may work with a
mentor or advisor from a university,
hospital, physician’s office, or industry as
they complete their work. Students may
present the results of their work to an
adult audience, which may include
representatives from the local healthcare
or business community, or partnership
team. Projects include: problems in
emergency medicine, forensic autopsy
dissection, anatomy and physiology, and
water quality. A background check and TB
test may be necessary for hospital
placements.
HN9238
PRE-ALLIED HEALTH ACADEMY
Offered as a semester course Fall and
Spring
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 1.5 units W/C
Dual Credit: MCC BIOL 150 Medical
Terminology & ALHT 100 Introduction to
Health Care Careers (2 hrs. credit each
course)
better; Attendance: 90% or better; COMPASS
placement into Math 110, Eng 101, and no
reading recommendation or equivalent ACT
scores.
Other requirements: Algebra I, Biology or
Chemistry, with a C or better
Recommended: Anatomy/Physiology;
Psychology
This one-semester (offered fall and spring)
program is for juniors and seniors
interested in learning more about Allied
Health careers or who would like to enter
college healthcare programs after
graduation. Students will be engaged in
hands-on skills lab work and projects
related to Dental Assisting; Health
Information Technology; Occupational
Therapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant;
Paramedic/EMT; Physical Therapy/Physical
Therapy Assistant; Radio-logic Technology
and Respiratory Care, Surgical Technology,
Nursing, Polysomnography, Chiropractic,
Athletic Training, Laboratory, Pharmacy, and
other allied health careers. Students will
have to provide transportation
approximately four times during the
semester in order to accommodate
outside lab experiences.
HN92353
PRE-PROFESSIONAL NURSING
Grade: 12
Spring Semester W/C
Dual Credit: MCC BIO 150 (2 credit hours
for eligible students); UCM NURS 1700,
2000/2070 (4 hrs credit for eligible
students)
Algebra I, C or better; Reading/Writing: 10th
grade level; Biology and Chemistry, C or
better
REQUIREMENTS for Clinical Placement:
Upon approval in the program, a negative
drug screen and TB skin test results (at
student expense), background check and
proof of immunizations
Recommended: Anatomy/Physiology
(completed or concurrent enrollment);
Chemistry II; Algebra II; College Prep
English
This course is designed to prepare senior
students, who have identified nursing as a
clear career goal, for a collegiate registered
nursing program. Students will learn
through classroom instruction and practice
in a clinical skills lab. Major units of study
include nursing history and career
exploration, pharmaceutical math, CPR/
First Aid, nursing skills, and medical
terminology. The course will introduce
students to the nursing process, nursing
documentation, effective communication
skills and medical ethics. Students will learn
and use APA style in the production of a
research paper. Dual college credit options
are subject to change based on instructor
qualifications and college requirements.
Student must provide their own
transportation for clinical experiences.
HN93634
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES ACADEMY
PM Only
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 3 Units, 1.5 Fall Semester and
1.5 Spring Semester
PREREQUISITE: GPA: minimum 2.5 GPA
cumulative or better; Attendance: 90% or
better. Completed or enrolled in at least
level two Modern Language Course.
This course is designed for students who
wish to pursue an in-depth understanding
of world cultures, languages, and diversity.
Students will learn multiple languages
through online programs as well as
develop cultural understanding through
case studies, guest speakers, and
international video conferencing. Students
considering SISA should have a love of
cultures, languages, and diversity. They
should also be comfortable using
technology, presenting in front of groups,
and understand the expectations of
professionalism. Students will be expected
to think “out-of-the-box” as they explore our
global society. Students will work in teams
to prepare cultural presentations for real
business clients and learn about being a
professional. In addition, student teams will
lead classroom presentations over specific
cultures of their own choosing. SISA is a
flexible classroom environment that
simulates a realistic intercultural consulting
company. Student grades are determined
through a unique system where students
receive a simulated salary and bonuses.
Students in this program are expected to
think for themselves and be able to manage
projects on their own. Students will also be
given the chance to develop their leadership
and collaboration skills through their cultural
projects. Student must provide their own
transportation to off-site presentations.
HN92372
PRE-PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CADET
Grade: 12
Credits: 2 units W/C
Dual Credit: UCM EDFL 2100 Foundations
of Education & EDFLDX 2150 Field
Experience (3 hrs credit for eligible students)
Algebra I, C or better; Reading/Writing:
10th grade level.
COURSE PREREQUISITE: Any one full credit
of child development: pre-school and
parenting, child and adolescent
psychology, psychology, or sociology
This class is designed for students who
are seriously considering the elementary
or secondary teaching profession or
corporate educator. Each student is
assigned to a district school within the
high school attendance boundaries.
Cadets complete weekly journals, prepare
and present a lesson(s) and work closely
with students of the assigned supervising
teacher. Students will demonstrate good
moral character, good work habits,
responsibility,
punctuality
and
organizational skills. Online instruction is
used as an instructional delivery method.
Student must provide their own
transportation. Students must have
access to a computer to complete weekly
assignments online. Participation in FEA
(Future Educators Association) is required.
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