Harlandale Independent School District
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Harlandale Independent School District
Harlandale Independent School District 2015-2016 * Course Catalog of Incoming Freshmen Offerings Nondiscrimination Act In accordance with Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendment of 1972, Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992, the Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, military status, color, national origin, age, sex, disability or any other basis prohibited by law. Title IX Coordinator is Carol Harle, 102 Genevieve, San Antonio, TX 78214, (210) 989-4393. Section 504 Coordinator is Della Taylor, 906 March Ave., San Antonio, TX 78221, (210) 921-4700. If you have questions regarding information contained in this catalog, contact your student’s counselor at: Harlandale High School 989-1043 McCollum High School 989-1542 De acuerdo con el título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles del año 1964, el Título IX de la Reforma Educativa del año 1972, el Artículo 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación del año1973 y el Título II de la Ley de los Estadounidenses con Discapacidades del año 1992, el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Harlandale no discrimina por motivos de raza, religión, estado militar, color, nacionalidad, edad, sexo, discapacidad ni por ningún otro motivo prohibido por la ley. La coordinadora del Título IX es Carol Harle, 102 Genevieve, San Antonio, TX 78214, (210) 989-4393. La coordinadora del Artículo 504 es Della Taylor, 906 March Ave., San Antonio, TX 78221, (210) 921-4700. Si tiene preguntas sobre el contenido de este documento, llame al número de los consejeros en la escuela de su alumno: Harlandale High School 989-1043 McCollum High School 989-1542 . Harlandale High School 114 E. Gerald San Antonio, TX 78214 (210) 989-1000 McCollum High School 500 W. Formosa San Antonio, TX 78221 (210) 989-1500 * Courses listed in the 2015-2016Harlandale ISD Course Catalog are preliminary offerings. Courses listed may or may not actually be offered during the 2015-2016school year. Course offerings are subject to change due to student selection, availability of staff and facilities, state approval of innovative courses, and changes in state course requirements. Using the Course Catalog Harlandale ISD offers a variety of courses that will prepare students for college work and/or the workforce. The course catalog is designed to give both students and parents an overview of the courses offered at Harlandale High School and McCollum High School. Each course entry includes a description, school(s) where it is taught, recommended grade level(s), credit value, number of semesters it meets, graduation requirement it fulfills, and any prerequisite(s). Information to help in the decision-making process for next school year is also provided as well as information that is important for student success and high school completion. TABLE OF CONTENTS College Preparation Timeline………………………………………………………………………..2 College Readiness .............................................................................................................................. 4 Grade Level Credits and Promotion .................................................................................................. 5 Choice Slip Information ..................................................................................................................... 5 Graduation Requirements and Planning Guide …………. ................................................................... 6 2015-2016 Freshman Course Selections Language Arts .................................................................................................................................. 10 Mathematics ..................................................................................................................................... 13 Science ............................................................................................................................................. 15 Social Studies ................................................................................................................................... 16 Languages Other Than English ........................................................................................................ 17 Health and Physical Education Health ................................................................................................................................ 19 Physical Education (PE) .................................................................................................... 19 Athletics ............................................................................................................................ 21 JROTC .............................................................................................................................................. 23 Fine Arts ........................................................................................................................................... 24 Introduction to Careers and Technical Applications…………………………………………...…..27 Introduction to Career and Technical Education (CTE) .................................................................. 28 Agriculture Science and Technology……..……………………………………………..29 Architecture and Construction ......................................................................................... 29 Arts, Audio-Video Technology and Communications .................................................... 29 Business ........................................................................................................................... 31 Health Science ................................................................................................................. 31 Human Services .............................................................................................................. 32 Achieve Texas .................................................................................................................................. 33 College Preparation TimeLine Students must pass all parts of the exit level TAKS/STAAR-EOC and/or STAAR EOC and/or ACHIEVE CUMULATIVE STAAR-EOC AVERAGES TO GRADUATE. Freshman Year Sophomore Year Enroll in Classes that are Designed to Prepare You for College Enroll in Classes that are Designed to Prepare You for College Build strong academic, language, mathematics and critical thinking skills by taking challenging courses. Challenge yourself to take Pre-AP and AP (Advanced Placement) and Dual Credit courses each semester Become involved in co-curricular activities and community service Meet the high school guidance counselor and discuss plans for the next four years and create your Personal Graduation Plan (PGP) Apply for summer programs, enrichment programs and workshops such as: UTSA Pre-engineering Program & Trinity Upward Bound. Select appropriate 10th grade courses. Surf the Web to get information and ideas of what kinds of schools are available for the career you are interested in. Check out what high school courses colleges require. Know the requirements needed in order to play sports in college. Keep an academic portfolio and extra curricular record and begin writing your resume for entrance into college and career. Research college and career opportunities Take responsibility for your own academic success; meet with your teachers for additional help or go to tutoring if needed. SAEP scholarships are available to all students who maintain an 80 average with 95% attendance all four years. Attend Harlandale/McCollum College Night and other local fairs. Take all SAT prep classes/workshops available and practice online for SAT at www.collegeboard.com/student/test. Visit colleges near you Strengthen vocabulary by increasing reading levels. READ! READ! READ! The more you read, the better prepared you are for college and career. September Sign up for the PSAT in October. The PSAT is a preliminary test that will help prepare you for the SAT. October Take the PSAT in October Sign up for extra-curricular activities and community service projects that interest you. It is not the number of activities but your commitment and involvement in those activities which are important for personal satisfaction and college and career preparation Keep a portfolio of academic and extra curricular activities including grades, awards, volunteer work, and employment Attend College Night and College Fairs November Do your best in your academic classes; meet with your teacher for additional help and go to tutoring Research and learn about colleges through the internet and counseling center. January Review PSAT results and materials sent with your score report. Start now to maximize your strengths and develop areas of weakness Meet with your counselor to discuss college/career interests and to revise your Personal Graduation Plan (PGP). February Review the course catalog and consider taking rigorous Dual Credit, AP, and/or CTE classes. Sign up for Dual Credit Testing (Accuplacer Test) if you are planning to take them next year. Attend any SAT/ACT prep sessions. Attend any TAKS/STAAR-EOC strategy sessions. March Take the Accuplacer Test required for dual credit classes. Fill out college admission forms required for Dual Credit courses. Continue to develop your reading skills. April Volunteer and participate in community service projects. Review your grades for the year and assess what it will take to get the highest GPA Continue to research career options and consider possible college majors that will help you achieve your career goals. Summer Keep and organize records of your community service and leadership activities. Use the internet to explore career and colleges options Update your resume. Take all SAT prep classes/workshops available and practice the SAT online at www.collegeboard.com/student/test for to prepare for the October test date Visit colleges near you READ! READ! READ! The more you read, the better prepared you are for college and career. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –2– Formatted: Font: (Default) Times New Roman Bold, Not Small caps Formatted: Font: (Default) Times New Roman Formatted: Font: (Default) Times New Roman Formatted: Font: (Default) Times New Roman College Preparation Timeline Junior Year Senior Year Enroll in Classes that are Designed to Prepare You for College Examine the educational opportunities available. Re-examine CTE career pathways course sequence. Study college admission requirements. Discuss plan with parents. Meet with your counselor and review Personal Graduation Plan (PGP). Apply for and participate in college prep/enrichment programs like MED Prep, JETS, and college summer programs. Register for and take the Preliminary SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) in October. Attend College Nights, College Fairs, and Financial Aid Workshops Talk with college representatives when they visit your school. Select appropriate courses to meet college entrance requirements. Set up a calendar for taking tests and completing college applications. Examine financial resources and review plans for financial aid. Consider people to ask for recommendations – teachers, counselors, employers, and clergy. Visit college campuses; talk to graduates and students at the colleges being considered. 1st Semester July, August, September, October, November, December Graduation conference with counselor, student, and parent. Talk with your counselor. Write five to ten colleges requesting application forms, catalogs, and financial aid information. Note which admissions test (ACT or SAT) is required for your colleges of choice. Complete the “Local Scholarship Application” form available in the Counseling Center. This application is used for a variety of scholarships awarded specifically to Harlandale ISD students. Set up a calendar for taking tests and completing college applications include early-decision admission deadlines. Record progress in fulfilling application requirements. Maintain or improve academic grades during senior year. Colleges look unfavorably upon failing grades. Prepare your resume to give to people whom you ask to write recommendations. Always allow 2-3 weeks for someone to write a recommendation for you. Talk with college representatives when they visit your school. Attend College Night. Continue to participate in all college prep activities. Apply for all applicable scholarships including the HEF Scholarship, which is available to all Harlandale ISD graduates nd 2 Semester January Register for THEA Test or alternate college placement test. Revisit activities for July through December (1st Semester). February Ask the Registrar to send the first term’s grades to the colleges, along with any other information not already forwarded. Complete financial aid application. Meet with the Project Stay representative in the Counseling Center. Attend Financial Aid Night. March Take College Board achievements tests, if required. Recheck college catalogs and handbooks and see the counselor again to make sure that you have taken the necessary tests. Register for and take the SAT and Achievement Tests and/or the ACT, by June. Check with your counselor about fee waivers. Registration forms are available in the Counseling Center. April, May, June Use the Bridges program and other materials available in the Counseling Center. Keep the following records: All essays written for application for colleges and/or scholarships Canceled checks or money orders Admission tickets to tests and correction forms (in case you need to make a correction up to the day of the test) Student accomplishment lists All score reports and transcripts of grades CSS acknowledgment form Copies of all correspondence sent to or received from colleges and scholarship entities. Update resume with activities. Keep track of acceptances, denials, and awards of financial aid and scholarships. Take copies of all material to your counselor. Meet deadlines or you may lose the acceptance you have gained. * Give copies of all scholarship financial awards to counselor. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –3– COLLEGE READINESS High school is considered the first phase in a life-time career of learning. During the high school years, students and their families are encouraged to discuss their post-secondary (after high school) options with their high school guidance counselor to develop a six-year plan to attain their education and career goals after graduation. Professional Degree: Avg. Weekly Salary - $1,531* 4 Year Public or Private College or University A. Prepare for ACT/SAT or alternate entrance exam, register for and take exam B. FAFSA – Complete Financial Aid and Scholarship Applications; submit on time C. Submit completed college application well before deadline D. Maintain grade point average (GPA) E. Resubmit necessary forms annually Bachelor’s Degree: Avg. Weekly Salary - $1,012* 2 year Community College or Technical School Local Public Options in San Antonio Northwest Vista College Palo Alto College St. Philip’s College San Antonio College Associates Degree: Avg. Weekly Salary - $757* High School Graduate: Avg. Weekly Salary - $618* High School: Recommended: Take rigorous high school courses including math and science, dual credit (DC), advanced placement (AP), and Career and Technology (CTE) courses leading to certification, dual credit or tech prep credit * 2008 annual income averages for persons age 25 and over: Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –4– Grade Level Promotion By Credit And Course Selection Students must receive the appropriate number of credits to be promoted to the following grade levels: * It is the goal of the Harlandale Independent School District to encourage and prepare students for post-secondary success including college and other applicable post-secondary training. To achieve this goal, students may be asked to participate in tutoring, mentoring programs, summer and Saturday Academies, and/or other extra- curricular activities. CLASS RANK FRESHMAN SOPHOMORE JUNIOR SENIOR COLLEGE/CAREER READY Class of 2011 and Thereafter 9th 10th 11th 12th Graduate 0 - 5 Credits * 6 - 12 Credits 13- 19 Credits 20+ Credits 26 + Credits (includes ALL required courses) Online Course Selection- Texas My Zone 1. Choose Carefully! Schedule changes will not be permitted. 2. Courses totaling seven periods must be chosen. 3. Choose courses with the assumption that all current courses will be passed. 4. Alternate electives must be selected as they are used in the case of conflicts in course selections. Students are reminded that some course offerings are tentative and are dependent upon sufficient enrollment or other extenuating circumstances. It is extremely important that alternate course choices be selected. 5. Draft choice slips are to be taken home for parents’ review and signature. Parent signature is part of the Personal Graduation Plan (PGP) process. 6. Students who do not submit a choice slip will be assigned courses by the counseling department. Non Discrimination Policy Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, handicap, race, color, national origin and takes steps to assure that the lack of English language skill will not be a barrier in its education programs, services, activities or employment as required by Title IX, Section 504 and Title VI. Courses listed in the 2015-2016 Harlandale ISD Course Catalog are preliminary offerings. Courses listed may or may not actually be offered during the 2015-2016 school year. Course offerings are subject to change due to student selection, availability of staff and facilities, state approval of innovative courses, and changes in state course requirements. * A student entering high school for the first time will be enrolled as a high school freshman for the first semester of attendance regardless of the number of high school credits earned . 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –5– Students entering 9th grade 2015-2016 A Harlandale ISD student entering grade 9 during the 2014-2015 school year, and thereafter, shall enroll in the courses necessary to complete the curriculum requirements for the Foundation Graduation Plan with Endorsements or the advanced programing leading to the Distinguished Level of Achievement. Harlandale ISD graduations requirements are determined by the Harlandale Independent School District Board of Trustees. Harlandale ISD Foundation Graduation Plan with Endorsements and Distinguished Level of Achievement Endorsement Plan Arts & Humanities English English I (1) English II (1) English III (1) Advanced English (1) Business & Industry MultiDisciplinary Public Services S.T.E.M. (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) English I (1) English II (1) English III (1) Advanced English (1) English I (1) English II (1) English III (1) Advanced English (1) English I (1) English II (1) English III (1) Advanced English (1) English I (1) English II (1) English III (1) Advanced English (1) Algebra I (1) Geometry (1) Algebra II (1) 4th Math (1) Algebra I (1) Geometry (1) Algebra II (1) 4th Math (1) Algebra I (1) Geometry (1) Algebra II (1) 4th Math (1) Algebra I (1) Geometry (1) Algebra II (1) 4th Math (1) Algebra I (1) Geometry (1) Algebra II (1) 4th Math (1) Biology (1) Chemistry (1) Physics (1) 4th Science (1) Biology (1) Chemistry (1) Physics (1) 4th Science (1) Biology (1) Chemistry (1) Physics (1) 4th Science (1) Biology (1) Chemistry (1) Physics (1) 4th Science (1) Biology (1) Chemistry (1) Physics (1) 4th Science (1) W Geography (1) W. History (1) U.S. History (1) Government (.5) Economics (.5) W Geography (1) OR W. History (1) U.S. History (1) Government (.5) Economics (.5) W Geography (1) OR W. History (1) U.S. History (1) Government (.5) Economics (.5) W Geography (1) OR W. History (1) U.S. History (1) Government (.5) Economics (.5) W Geography (1) OR W. History (1) U.S. History (1) Government (.5) Economics (.5) LOTE Language Other Than English (Same Language) LOTE 1 (1) LOTE 2 (1) LOTE 1 (1) LOTE 2 (1) LOTE 1 (1) LOTE 2 (1) LOTE 1 (1) LOTE 2 (1) LOTE 1 (1) LOTE 2 (1) Fine Art Fine Art (1) Fine Art (1) Fine Art (1) Fine Art (1) Fine Art (1) PE (1) BIM (1) PE (1) PE (1) PE (1) PE (1) BIM (1) BIM (1) BIM (1) BIM (1) Electives (6) Including Coherent Sequence of Courses leading to an Arts & Humanities Endorsement Electives (6) Including Coherent Sequence of Courses leading to a Business & Industry Endorsement Electives (6) Including Coherent Sequence of Courses leading to a Multi-Disciplinary Endorsement Electives (6) Including Coherent Sequence of Courses leading to a Public Services Endorsement Electives (6) Including Coherent Sequence of Courses leading to a S.T.E.M. Endorsement Mathematics Science OR Social Studies PE CTE Electives Total Credits 26 Credits 26 Credits 26 Credits 26 Credits 26 Credits NOTE: The Harlandale ISD Foundation Graduation Plan with Endorsements and Distinguished Level of Achievement are the only graduation plans available to 2015-2016 incoming freshman. Upon entering the 9th grade, every Harlandale ISD student must select an Academic Endorsement course of study. Endorsements may be changed during the course of the student's high school career and students may graduate with multiple endorsements. See your high school guidance counselor for more information. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –6– Students Entering 9th Grade 2015-2016 4-YEAR PLANNING GUIDE Other required courses are Communication Applications or Professional Communication, Fine Arts, Technology, 2 Years of Language Other than English and 4 elective credits. The Distinguished Program requires a third (3rd) year of Language Other than English plus 4 Advanced Measures 9TH GRADE Required Subject 11TH GRADE Course Requested Credit Required Subject English 1 Algebra 1 Biology W. Geography PE (Sub) Health* (.5) Other Other Other Other Total Credits for the Year 10TH Required Subject Course Requested Credit English 3 Algebra 2 Physics US History Other Other Other Other Other Other 7.0 Total Credits for the Year 12TH GRADE Course Requested Credit Required Subject English 2 Geometry Chemistry W. History Other Other Other Other Other Other 7.0 GRADE Course Requested Credit English 4 4th Math 4th Science Government (.5) Economics (.5) Other Other Other Other Other Total Credits for the Year 7.0 Total Credits for the Year 7.0 Grade Level Promotion Students must receive the appropriate number of credits to be promoted to the following grade levels: Freshman 9th Sophomore 10th Junior 11th Senior 12th Grade 0 – 5 Grade 6 – 12 Grade 13 – 19 Grade 20 + Credits Credits Credits Credits * Graduation requirements determined by Board Policy 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –7– Graduation Requirements Checklist Incoming 9th Grade 2015-2016 FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENTS GRADUATION PLAN: Graduation Requirements ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English I English II English III English IV or Advanced English Mathematics Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Advanced Mathematics Science Biology Chemistry Physics Advanced Science Social Studies World Geography World History U.S. History U.S. Government Economics (Free Enterprise) Foreign Language Level 1 Same Language - Level 2 Same Language - Level 3 Physical Education Physical Education or Alternate Physical Education or Alternate Fine Arts Technology Applications Business Information Management or TEA approved alternate (approval pending) Academic Electives Total Credits Earned Total Credits Needed DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT 26 CREDITS CREDIT REQUIRED 26 CREDITS CREDIT REQUIRED 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 .5 .5 1.0 1.0 1.0 .5 .5 1.0 1.0 0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 26 26 PERSONAL GRADUATION PLAN CREDITS TAKEN CREDITS NEEDED STUDENTS MUST PASS ALL REQUIRED STAAR-EOC’S TO GRADUATE. * Graduation requirements determined by Board 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –8– 2015-2016 HIGH SCHOOL NEW FRESHMEN COURSE SELECTIONS For College and Career Readiness 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog –9– English Language Arts ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English SOL 1 # 1011 (English for Speakers of Other Languages 1) School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – English 1 Prerequisite: Home Language Survey; LPAC Recommendation English for SOL 1 stresses the development of concepts and skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing the English Language. Class intended for recent immigrants. ESL Reading 1 ESL Reading 2 # 1501 # 1502 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 –12 ESL Student Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: Home Language Survey; LPAC recommendation The main focus of this course is to engage students in the reading process in a classroom setting. Vocabulary and reading comprehension strategies will be implemented to activate students’ prior knowledge and enhance reading levels. Class intended for recent immigrants. Reading 1 Reading 2 Reading 3 # 1526 # 1536 # 1586 Grade: 9-12 Grade: 10-12 Grade: 11-12 School(s): Meets: Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: None The primary focus of the class will be developing life-long readers and learners. Students will utilize a combination of individualized reading and writing activities, and reading comprehension strategies to build fluency and knowledge in literacy. Reading 1 (Dyslexia) Reading 2 (Dyslexia) Reading 3 (Dyslexia) # 1009 # 1109 # 1209 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: Review This course is offered to students receiving dyslexia services. Students will utilize a combination of individualized reading and writing activities, and vocabulary and reading comprehension strategies to build fluency and knowledge in literacy. Modified Reading 1 Modified Reading 2 Modified Reading 3 Modified Reading 4 # 1511 # 1512 # 1513 # 1514 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Modified Reading 1-3 focuses on engaging the students in the reading process in a classroom setting. The strands covered are phonemic awareness and phonics, word recognition and spelling, vocabulary and morphology, grammar and usage, listening and reading, and speaking and writing. English 1 Modified English 1 Alternate English 1 # 1136 # 1041 Prerequisite: # 0911 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Placement by ARDC ENG 03220105 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – English Prerequisite: None This course stresses the study of language including composition, literature, and grammar usage. Composition includes the writing process, refinement of skills, and practice with different approaches and styles. Literature begins with the study of genre and terms. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 10 – English Language Arts English 1 GT # 1137 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – English Prerequisite: GT Approval This advanced course stresses the study of language including composition, literature, and grammar usage. Composition includes the writing process, refinement of skills, and practice with different approaches and styles. Outside reading required. This course integrates Gifted and Talented strategies and activities. Weighted. English 1 Pre AP # 1138 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – English Prerequisite: Parent Approval This advanced course stresses the study of language including composition, literature, and grammar usage. Composition includes the writing process, refinement of skills, and practice with different approaches and styles. Outside reading required. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. Failure to meet these requirements will result in dismissal from the program. This course prepares students for future AP courses. Weighted. Professional Communications Professional Communications Modified Alternate Professional Communications # 9597 # 9587 # 1600 Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC CTE 13009900 CTE 13009900 CTE 13009900 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – Communications Applications, Speech This course will satisfy the Speech credit. Professional communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communications. Students in this course will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct effective Internet research. Creative Writing # 1936 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: None This course introduces students to the scope of creative writing and to the production of a school literary magazine. This course emphasizes the writing of short stories, poetry, and dramatic scripts. Students will enter several writing contests and will submit at least one piece of writing for publication. At HHS this course will present the dynamics of screenwriting: character development; plot development, structure, and dialogue. Students will learn to view the world around them and to further develop creative self discovery and the development of a personal point of view as essential tools to giving expression to their own experiences, thoughts, and ideas. Journalism # 1766 ELA 03230100 School(s): Harlandale Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: None Journalism is a ½ credit course which includes a brief study of the history of news media. It also includes fact gathering and development of interviewing skills, writing news stories, sports, features, and editorials. Students will learn to determine news worthiness. They will study and apply editing skills and journalistic style and technique of writing headlines and captions. Advertising, broadcast media, and yearbook production and photography will also be covered. Photo Journalism # 1866 ELA 03230800 School(s): Harlandale Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: None Photojournalism includes a brief history of photography and an intensive study of camera controls, parts, and operations. Students practice camera techniques and darkroom procedures. Students will take, develop, and print photographs for use in school publications. Also covered are elements of photo composition; the selection, cropping and scaling of news photos; and elements of photo design and lay-out. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 11 – English Language Arts Advanced Broadcast Journalism 1 # 1876 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Elective none ELA 03231900 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Students will apply and use their journalistic skills to create a broadcast journalism product. Students will learn the laws, roles, and functions of broadcast journalism. Students will produce, edit and perform the morning announcement broadcast. Literary Genres School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 1956 Harlandale Grade: Graduation Requirement – Elective None 9 – 12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semester Students in Literary Genres analyze the fictional and poetic elements of literary texts, read to appreciate the writer's craft, and discover how well written literary texts can serve as models for their own writing. Students respond to texts through such varied avenues as talk, print, and electronic formats to connect their knowledge of the world with the text being read. For students whose first language is not English, the students' native language serves as a foundation for English language acquisition and language learning. AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination AVID is an all-volunteer elective program. AVID courses should be taken sequentially regardless of student’s academic grade level. AVID 1 AVID 2 AVID 3 AVID 4 # 1471 Application Process Required # 1472 # 1473 # 1474 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: Teacher Review, Student Application/Interview, Placement by AVID Site Team, Parent Approval AVID is a 4-year elective program designed for students who are willing to take on the challenge of a rigorous high school curriculum and who seek extra guidance for a successful transition to college. Many AVID students will be the first in their families to attend college while others are seeking the camaraderie of other college-minded students in learning the skills necessary to be successful in high school and college. The AVID curriculum includes writing, inquiry, collaboration and reading (WIC-R) strategies, tutoring in math, science, social studies, and language arts, college field trips, and college and financial aid application processes. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 12 – Mathematics MATHEMATICS Algebra 1 # 2516 Modified Algebra 1 # 2001 Alternate Algebra 1 # 0921 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: MATH 03100505 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Math None 9 – 10 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters In this entry-level course students study the concept of function as a relationship between two quantities. Students learn to analyze functional relationships through tables, graphs, equations and other representations. The skills required to solve and transform equations and simplify expressions are acquired in the context of using functions to model and solve problems. Function families include linear, quadratic, exponential and inverse variation. Inequalities and systems of linear equations are also presented. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. Algebra 1 GT School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 2517 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Math GT Approval 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters In this entry-level course students study the concept of function as a relationship between two quantities. Students learn to analyze functional relationships through tables, graphs, equations and other representations. The skills required to solve and transform equations and simplify expressions are acquired in the context of using functions to model and solve problems. Function families include linear, quadratic, exponential and inverse variation. Inequalities and systems of linear equations are also presented. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. This course integrates Gifted and Talented strategies and activities. Weighted. Algebra 1 Pre AP School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 2518 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Math Parent Approval 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters In this integrated entry-level course students study the concept of function as a relationship between two quantities. Students learn to analyze functional relationships through tables, graphs, equations and other representations. The skills required to solve and transform equations and simplify expressions are acquired in the context of using functions to model and solve problems. Function families include linear, quadratic, exponential and inverse variation. Inequalities and systems of linear equations are also presented. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. This course prepares students for future Pre AP and AP courses (calculus and/or statistics). Weighted. Geometry # 2746 Modified Geometry # 2002 Alternate Geometry # 0922 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: MATH 03100705 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Math Algebra 1 9 – 10 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Students continue their study of geometry ad measurement. Students investigate 2- and 3-dimensional geometric figures from three viewpoints on the coordinate plane, through transformations, and as part of an axiomatic system. Students use inductive and deductive thinking to construct and verify conjectures about figures and their attributes and properties. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication, and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. Geometry GT School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 2747 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Math Algebra 1, GT Approval 9 – 10 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Students continue their study of geometry ad measurement. Students investigate 2- and 3-dimensional geometric figures from three viewpoints on the coordinate plane, through transformations, and as part of an axiomatic system. Students use inductive and deductive thinking to construct and verify conjectures about figures and their attributes and properties. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication, and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. This course integrates Gifted and Talented strategies and activities. Weighted. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 13 – Mathematics Geometry Pre AP School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 2748 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 10 Graduation Requirement – Math Pre-AP Algebra 1 preferred, Parent Approval Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Students continue their study of geometry ad measurement. Students investigate 2- and 3-dimensional geometric figures from three viewpoints on the coordinate plane, through transformations, and as part of an axiomatic system. Students use inductive and deductive thinking to construct and verify conjectures about figures and their attributes and properties. Problem solving, reasoning, justification, communication, and the appropriate use of technology are emphasized. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. Failure to meet these requirements will result in dismissal from the program. This course prepares students for future AP courses (calculus and/or statistics). Weighted. Geometry in Construction # 2745 TO BE TAKEN WITH #9315 PRINCIPLES OF ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION School(s): Harlandale*, McCollum Grade: 9 – 10 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Math Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course is designed for students interested in construction careers/management. Students will learn tool use, drawing interpretation, problem solving, management, and safety. Focus will be on the core set of geometry facts and the use of coordinate geometry in the study of area, perimeter, volume, transformations, congruence, and functions. Students will explore the interdependence between algebra and geometry. Taught at HHS – transportation provided to and from the home campus to site. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 14 – Science SCIENCE Biology Modified Biology Alternate Biology School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 3316 # 3312 # 0931 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Science None SCI 03010205 9 – 11 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course includes the study of the different groups of plants and animals on Earth according to their evolutionary relationships. Biological principles are covered by studying representative organisms. Biology GT # 3317 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 11 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Science Prerequisite: GT Approval This course includes the study of the different groups of plants and animals on Earth according to their evolutionary relationships. Biological principles are covered by studying representative organisms. This course integrates Gifted and Talented strategies and activities. Weighted. Biology Pre AP School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 3318 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Science Parent Approval 9 – 11 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course includes the study of the different groups of plants and animals on Earth according to their evolutionary relationships. Biological principles are covered by studying representative organisms. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. Failure to meet these requirements will result in dismissal from the program. This course prepares students for future Pre AP and AP courses. Weighted. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 15 – Social Studies SOCIAL STUDIES World Geography # 4116 Modified World Geography # 4111 Alternate World Geography # 0941 03320105 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement-Social Studies Prerequisite: None World Geography is a survey course covering both physical and human geography with emphasis on the five geographic themes. World Geography GT School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 4117 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Graduation Requirement-Social Studies None Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters World Geography is a survey course covering both physical and human geography with emphasis on the five geographic themes. This course integrates Gifted and Talented strategies and activities. Weighted. World Geography Pre AP School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 4118 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Graduation Requirement -Social Studies Parent Approval Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters World Geography is a survey course covering both physical and human geography with emphasis on the five geographic themes. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. This course prepares students for future AP courses. Weighted. Human Geography AP School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 4108 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 Graduation Requirement -Social Studies Parent Approval Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Human Geography AP is a systemic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students will employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. Students will also learn about methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. This course prepares students for future AP courses. Weighted. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 16 – Other Languages OTHER LANGUAGES Spanish Credit for Middle School Students: Students enrolled in middle school Spanish classes will be granted Spanish credit based on completion of courses, grades, and assessment results. Spanish Culture and Linguistic Spanish School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5066 03440800 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages Placement by ARDC Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Cultural and linguistic Spanish introduces students to the study of other cultures. Students gain the knowledge to understand the historical development, geographical aspects, cultural aspects, and/or linguistic aspects of selected regions or countries by completing one or more of the knowledge and skills for cultural and linguistic topics. Spanish 1 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5016 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages None Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Spanish 1 is a beginner’s course in which the student learns to develop the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish. Students will be able to communicate in Spanish on a novice-low to novice-mid level regarding everyday situations. Spanish 2 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5026 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages Spanish 1 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course is designed to increase a student’s ability to communicate in Spanish (both in speaking and writing) and to expand reading and comprehension skills. Student will also become acquainted with Spanish literature, poetry, and short stories. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Alternate Culture 1 Alternate Culture 2 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 0961 # 0962 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages Placement by ARDC Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Alternate Culture 1 and 2 are designed to integrate the functional academics, domestic, recreation/leisure, community, and vocational domain skills for independent living. Spanish 3 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5036 03440300 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages Spanish 1 and 2 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course is an extension of Spanish 1 and 2. Students will have the opportunity to acquire greater fluency in the Spanish language. The course also explores the culture, but with increased attention to short plays and novels. Spanish 3 PreAP # 5038 School(s): Semesters Meets: Prerequisite: Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation requirement –Other Languages Spanish 1, 2, Parent Approval 03440300 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 This course is an upper level course, which gives students the opportunity to continue developing their listening skills while placing more emphasis on reading, writing and speaking skills. PreAP courses are based on a strong college curriculum. Students are expected to meet the rigorous academic demands and extra work. Failure to meet these requirements will result in dismissal from the program. This course prepares students for future AP courses. Weighted. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 17 – Other Languages French French 1 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5216 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages None Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters French 1 is a beginner’s course in which the student learns to develop the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French. Students will be able to communicate in French on a simple level regarding everyday situations and also learn about French and francophone customs and culture. French 2 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5226 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages French 1 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course is designed to increase a student’s ability to communicate in French (both in speaking and writing) and to expand reading and listening comprehension skills. Students continue to expand their study of French and francophone countries. American Sign Language American Sign Language 1 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: # 5116 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Graduation Requirement –Other Languages None Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This regular education course will introduce students to American Sign Language. Students will gain an understanding of and will produce learned signs for words, short phrases, and sentences. The course includes transcription of American Sign Language, engagement in a variety of signed exchanges of learned materials, and their application. In this course students will be expected to use American Sign Language, including applicable grammar, culture, and communication strategies. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 18 – Physical Education HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Health District Policy requires .05 credit of high school health for graduation. Health Education # 8616 Modified Health # 8016 Alternate Health # 0980 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC 9APLHLTH School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 10 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – Health Prerequisite: None This course is designed to expose students to information that focuses attention on good physical and mental health plus emphasis on healthy life styles. This course focuses on the student’s understanding of the relationship between personal health and life styles. Discussions on conflict resolution, violence prevention, stress management and how to succeed in life will also be emphasized. Physical Education Two semesters of Physical Education (or designated P.E. substitution) is required for high school graduation. Foundation of Personal Fitness # 8046 – 1st semester taken Foundation of Personal Fitness # 8045 – 2nd semester taken PES00052 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – PE Prerequisite: None This course will prepare students to understand, plan, and practice physical fitness for a lifetime. Students will analyze the components of fitness; understand its relationship to stress, good nutrition, health problems, consumer issues, safety, and application to training physiology. The content of this class includes both classroom and practical application. Aerobic Activities Aerobic Activities # 8066 – 1st semester taken # 8067 – 2nd semester taken PES00054 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – PE Prerequisite: None This course exposes students to a variety of activities, which promote health related fitness. A major expectation of this course is for the student to design a personal fitness program that uses aerobic activities as a foundation. Individual Sports Individual Sports # 8056 – 1st semester taken # 8057 – 2nd semester taken PES00055 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – PE Prerequisite: None Students in Individual Sports are expected to participate in a wide variety of individual sports that can be pursued for a lifetime. The major objectives are the continued development of health related fitness, and the selection of individual sport activities that are enjoyable. 3 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 19 – Physical Education Team Sports Team Sports # 8076 - 1st semester taken # 8077 - 2nd semester taken PES00055 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement – PE Prerequisite: None Students enrolled in Team Sports are expected to develop health related fitness and an appreciation for teamwork and fair play. This course concentrates on the concept of incorporating physical activity into a lifestyle beyond high school. Recreation/Leisure 1 Recreation/Leisure 2 Recreation/Leisure 3 Recreation/Leisure 4 # 0981 # 0982 # 0983 # 0984 PES00055 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement –PE or Elective Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Recreation/Leisure 1-4 are designed to integrate the functional academics, domestic, recreation/leisure, community, and vocational domain skills for independent living. Physical Education Substitutes Cheerleading PE Cheerleading PE Cheerleading EL Cheerleading EL # 8416 - A # 8426 – B # 8415 - A/NC # 8428 - B/NC Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Meets: Meets: Meets: Meets: PE Substitution PE Substitution Local Elective Local Elective Drill Team - PES00013 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: PE Substitution Students in Cheerleading/Dance Team/Pep Squad/Drill Team provide the core of the school’s athletic spirit organization. In addition to class practice, students are required to participate in extra-curricular group activities. Students may earn a maximum of two credits toward graduation. Credit is dependent on 100 minutes weekly of moderate to rigorous activity. Pep Squad PE Pep Squad PE Pep Squad EL Pep Squad EL # 8436 - A # 8446 - B # 8437 – A/NC # 8447 – B/NC Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Meets: Meets: Meets: Meets: PE Substitution PE Substitution Local Elective Local Elective Drill Team - PES00013 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Students in Cheerleading/Dance Team/Pep Squad/Drill Team provide the core of the school’s athletic spirit organization. In addition to class practice, students are required to participate in extra-curricular group activities. Students may earn a maximum of two credits toward graduation. Dance Team PE Dance Team PE Dance Team EL Dance Team EL School(s): # 8456 - A # 8457 – B # 8458 – A/NC # 8459 – B/NC Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Harlandale, McCollum Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Meets: Meets: Meets: Meets: PE Substitution PE Substitution Local Elective Local Elective Drill Team - PES00013 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Grade: Students in Cheerleading/Dance Team/Pep Squad/Drill Team provide the core of the school’s athletic spirit organization. In addition to class practice, students are required to participate in extra-curricular group activities. Students may earn a maximum of four credits toward graduation. Credit is dependent on 100 minutes weekly of moderate to rigorous activity. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 20 – Physical Education Dance 1 Dance 2 Dance 3 Dance 4 # 8430 - Spring # 8431 - Spring # 8432 - Spring # 8433 - Spring Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Sponsor Review Meets: Meets: Meets: Meets: Fine Arts Requirement Fine Arts Requirement Fine Arts Elective Fine Arts Elective School(s): Harlandale Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester These courses are open only to students who take cheerleading, pep squad, or dance team in the fall. Students will learn introductory to difficult dance technique depending on class level. Students will also learn about dance history terminology, performance, and choreography in ballet, jazz, hip hop modern dance and social dance. An end of the year dance performance is possible at the HISD district wide spring show. Physical participation is required in the class. Baseball 1 Baseball 2 Baseball 3 Baseball 4 # 8186 - Fall # 8188 - Fall # 8191 - Fall # 8193 - Fall # 8187 - Spring # 8189 - Spring # 8192 - Spring # 8194 - Spring Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Prerequisite:Coach Review Students enrolled in this course are expected to try out for the Junior Varsity or Varsity Baseball teams. During the off-season, student athletes primarily participate in strength and conditioning activities, which include weight lifting, running and technique development with an emphasis on baseball fundamentals. Boys Track 1 Boys Track 2 Boys Track 3 Boys Track 4 # 8164 - Fall # 8166 - Fall # 8173 - Fall # 8175 - Fall School(s):Harlandale, McCollum # 8165 - Spring # 8167 - Spring # 8174 - Spring # 8176 - Spring Grade: 9 – 12 Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 1 Substitute PES00000 Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 2 Substitute PES00001 Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 3 Substitute PES00002 Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 4 Substitute PES00003 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students in track receive training in preparation for spring track and field competition. During the off-season, students participate in strength and conditioning activities, which include weight lifting, running and technique development. Boys Soccer 1 Boys Soccer 2 Boys Soccer 3 Boys Soccer 4 # 8177 - Fall # 8179 - Fall # 8181 - Fall # 8183 - Fall School(s):Harlandale, McCollum # 8178 - Spring # 8180 - Spring # 8182 - Spring # 8184 - Spring Grade: 9 – 12 Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students learn the rules of soccer and develop skills needed for the sport. The varsity team will participate in UIL competition. Volleyball 1 Volleyball 2 Volleyball 3 Volleyball 4 # 8206 - Fall # 8208 - Fall # 8210 - Fall # 8212 - Fall School(s):Harlandale, McCollum # 8207 - Spring # 8209 - Spring # 8211 - Spring # 8213 - Spring Grade: 10 - 12 Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement –PE During the fall term, players participate as members of the junior varsity and varsity teams in tournaments and UIL competition. Activities during the off-season include weight lifting, running and technique development. (Seniors register for Fall only.) Girls Basketball 1 Girls Basketball 2 Girls Basketball 3 Girls Basketball 4 # 8226 - Fall # 8228 - Fall # 8230 - Fall # 8232 - Fall School(s):Harlandale, McCollum # 8227 - Spring # 8229 - Spring # 8231 - Spring # 8233 - Spring Grade: 10 - 12 Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE This course prepares students for UIL competitive basketball. Participants work to develop skills in the sport. The competitive season begins in October and lasts until March. Off-season activities center on strength and conditioning, coupled with development of techniques. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 21 – Physical Education Girls Softball 1 Girls Softball 2 Girls Softball 3 Girls Softball 4 # 8306 - Fall # 8308 - Fall # 8310 - Fall # 8312 - Fall # 8307 - Spring # 8309 - Spring # 8311 - Spring # 8313 - Spring Grade: 9 – 12 School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Prerequisite:Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE udents in softball receive training in preparation for spring softball. During the off season, students participate in strength and conditioning activities which include weight lifting, running and technique development in softball. Girls Track 1 Girls Track 2 Girls Track 3 Girls Track 4 # 8326 - Fall # 8328 - Fall # 8330 - Fall # 8332 - Fall # 8327 - Spring # 8329 - Spring # 8331 - Spring # 8333 - Spring Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE This course develops students for competitive running, jumping, hurdling, and throwing. The off-season track program includes jogging, form running, and weight program. During spring, the weight program is continued with extensive training for track season. Girls Soccer 1 Girls Soccer 2 Girls Soccer 3 Girls Soccer 4 # 8346 - Fall # 8348 - Fall # 8350 - Fall # 8352 – Fall # 8347 - Spring # 8349 - Spring # 8351 - Spring # 8353 – Spring Grade: 9 – 12 School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students learn the rules of soccer and develop skills needed for the sport. The varsity team will participate in UIL competition. Cross Country 1 # 8386 - Fall # 8387 - Spring Cross Country 2 # 8388 – Fall #8389 - Spring Cross Country 3 # 8393 - Fall # 8394 - Spring Cross Country 4 # 8395 - Fall # 8396 - Spring Grade: 9 – 12 School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Prerequisite: Coach Review Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students receive extensive training in cardiovascular fitness and endurance. Work is concentrated on the development of long distance running along with a weight program. Cross Country meets are held on Saturdays and all students are expected to attend these meets. Tennis 1 Tennis 2 Tennis 3 Tennis 4 # 8366 - Fall # 8368 - Fall # 8370 - Fall # 8372 - Fall School(s):Harlandale, McCollum # 8367 - Spring # 8369 - Spring # 8371 - Spring # 8373 - Spring Grade: 9 – 12 Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Credit: 0.5 Coach Review Coach Review Coach Review Coach Review Timeline: 1 Semester Athletic 1 Substitute Athletic 2 Substitute Athletic 3 Substitute Athletic 4 Substitute PES00000 PES00001 PES00002 PES00003 Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students will receive beginning and intermediate instruction on strokes, grips, rules for singles, and doubles strategy. The course is designed for junior varsity and varsity competition. Golf (Coed) #N/A School(s):Harlandale, McCollum Prerequisite: Coach Review Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester MEETS AFTER SCHOOL Meets: Graduation Requirement -PE Students will receive beginning and intermediate instruction on the grip, stance, and swing as well as the rules of golf. Students will participate in competitive play representing their school. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 22 – JROTC JROTC EDUCATION JROTC 1 # 8516 Prerequisite: None Athletic 1 Substitute PES00004 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – PE This is a course in which cadets are taught a variety of subjects with emphasis on practical application. Core subjects include fundamentals of leadership, drill and ceremonies, Army customs and courtesies, personal appearance and standards of conduct, first aid, physical fitness, citizenship and military history. Students will participate in community service projects. JROTC 2 # 8526 Prerequisite: JROTC 1 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 10 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement - Elective This course builds on and reinforces the knowledge and skills learned in JROTC 1. Cadets in JROTC 2 will receive increased instruction in basic leadership skills, oral communications, drill and ceremonies, physical fitness and training and basic map reading. Selected cadets will fill basic leadership positions in the organization. JROTC 3 # 8536 Prerequisite: JROTC 2 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 11 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective This course introduces cadets to leadership duties and responsibilities of a military command and staff group. Cadets will also learn basic management skills in relation to individual staff functions. Selected cadets will fill basic staff positions or serve in intermediate leadership positions within the organization. JROTC 4 # 8546 Prerequisite: JROTC 3 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective The primary emphasis for this course is advanced leadership study and/or application as senior leaders in the organization. Cadets will be assigned to primary duties as commanders and staff officers will assist instructors in the day to day operation of the organization. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 23 – Fine Arts FINE ARTS Art Art 1 # 7116 Prerequisite: None Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Art I introduces students to the basic strands necessary to produce artwork and allows students to analyze artistic styles and historical periods, developing a respect for the traditions and contributions of diverse cultures. Students can express their thoughts and ideas creatively through production of their artwork. Alternate Fine Arts 1 # 0972 Alternate Fine Arts 2 # 0973 Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This course is designed to integrate the functional academics, domestic, recreation/leisure, community, and vocational domain skills for independent living. Band Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4 # 7516 # 7526 # 7536 # 7546 Fall Marching Band # 7520 PE Sub. Credit .5 Fall Marching Band # 7521 PE Sub. Credit .5 PES000000 PES000000 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective-Fine Arts; up to 1 credit Physical Education Band students develop their instrument playing techniques and learn basic music theory and critical listening skills. Students participate in various marching events, including halftime football game performances. Band students are required to participate in the daily class and in various after school and evening activities as assigned. Opportunities to travel to football games, community concerts, and other field trips are provided. PE Substitution requires 100 minutes of moderate to rigorous physical activity weekly. Jazz Band 1 Jazz Band 2 Jazz Band 3 Jazz Band 4 # 7716 # 7726 # 7736 # 7746 Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Art Meets: Grad. Requirement - Elective School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Students develop concepts of music improvisation with emphasis on jazz performance. This group performs at various jazz festivals and community activities. Students study jazz styles and rhythm, learn to read jazz music literature, and are introduced to the basics of composing and arranging principles as they apply to the music selected for performance. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 24 – Fine Arts Choir Music Choir 1 Music Choir 2 Music Choir 3 Music Choir 4 # 7316 # 7326 # 7336 # 7346 Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective Meets: Grad. Requirement - Elective Music School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Concert choir is a mixed choir composed of the most advanced musicians and gives the students the opportunity to further develop skills in vocal production, music reading, and ensemble participation. Curriculum will include secular music such as folk songs, current hits, vocal jazz, and sacred music of al periods of music history. Students will perform in many public performances and other musical activities throughout the year. Vocal Ensemble 1 Vocal Ensemble 2 Vocal Ensemble 3 Vocal Ensemble 4 # 7350 Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective # 7351 Meets: Grad. Requirement - Elective # 7352 # 7353 Meets: Grad. Requirement - Elective School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Vocal ensembles meet the needs of students with a special interest in singing and performing choral literature other than that studied in the parent choral group. Size and composition of each group are designed to meet requirements of the music studied. Music will range from solos to any combination or two or more voices. Ensembles will consist of madrigals, vocal jazz, and other contemporary voice mixtures. Music Applied Music 1 # 7816 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts This course provides beginning students the opportunity to study music via a chosen instrument or voice in a one-to-one setting. Students can study and memorize solo selections from more than one musical style and historical period. Participants are provided with an opportunity to perform the skills acquired by the end of each term to a group of musicians. A beginner, intermediate, or advanced student can take this class. Music History # 7806 School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts Students examine musical works from the major historical periods of music. This course offers intensive study in musical characteristics that relate to the composers’ styles, historical periods, ethnic background and musical form. The relationship of music to history is a primary focus of this course. Music Theory # 7820 Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts Music Theory is a basic course of study in music styles and history. Emphasis will be on scales, chords, keys, modes, meter, and rhythm through sight singing and keyboard experience, written theory (notation) and composition. School(s): 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 25 – Fine Arts Dance Dance 1 Dance 2 Dance 3 Dance 4 School(s): # 8441 # 8442 # 8443 # 8444 Harlandale Meets: Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective Meets: Grad. Requirement - Fine Arts/Elective Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts/Elective 1.0 03830100 03830200 03830300 03830400 Timeline: 2 Semesters Dance is divided into five basic strands: Foundations: Perception, Creative Expression: Artistic Process, Creative Expression: Performance, Historical and Cultural heritage, Relevance, and Critical Evaluation and Response. Dance students will develop self – discipline, perceptual thinking and movement abilities, technical skills, and gain a better understanding of choreographic and performance qualities. Students will recognize dance as a vehicle for understanding historical and cultural relevance, heritage and traditions, develops critical and creative thinking, and artistic and creative processes. Theatre Theatre Arts 1 Theatre Arts 2 Theatre Arts 3 Theatre Arts 4 # 7 212 # 7222 # 7232 # 7242 Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: Previous Theatre Arts Course Prerequisite: Previous Theatre Arts Course Prerequisite: Previous Theatre Arts Course Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters This is a theatre arts course with a focus/emphasis on the acting component. Students will study the principles and practices regarding the analysis and performance of various characters with an emphasis on the use of body and voice in creating characterizations. Theatre Arts 1: Acting for the Screen #7201 Prerequisite: Admittance to the Film Program School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 11 Credit: 1 .0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Fine Arts Students will apply the tools and vocabulary developed in the Introduction to Media Technology course to film acting. The physical freedom and limitations of the script, methods for processing the director’s ideas, and off camera rehearsal are examined. Students will view and critique rough cuts and final footage. *This course is taught at Harlandale High School. Transportation will be provided to and from Harlandale for McCollum High School students. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 26 – Careers & Technology Applications Introduction to Careers Alternate Skills 1 Alternate Skills 2 Alternate Skills 3 Alternate Skills 4 # 0991 # 0992 # 0993 # 0994 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Alternate Skills 1-4 are designed to integrate the functional academics, domestic, recreation/leisure, community, and vocational domain skills for independent living. Career Preparation Level 1 # 9010 3 Credits Level 1 # 9014 4 Credits Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Level 3 # 9030 3 Credits Level 3 # 9034 4 Credits Level 5 # 9056 6 Credits Level 6 #9066 6 Credits Level 2 # 9020 3 Credits Level 2 # 9024 4 Credits Level 4 # 9040 3 Credits Level 4 #9044 4 Credits Level 7 #9076 6 Credits Level 8 #9086 6 Credits School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Per ARD Credit: 3.0, 4.0, 6.0 Timeline: Per ARD Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Career Preparation provides students with essential knowledge and skills for managing the challenges of living and working in a diverse, global society. Individuals utilize these skills to enhance opportunities for future competitive employment. 3 Occupational Preparation # 9000 Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Per ARD Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Classroom based instruction focuses on filling out applications, interviewing skills, job safety, employee-employer relations, along with skills necessary to be a successful employee. Vocational Experience Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Level 1 # 9011 # 9012 # 9013 # 9114 # 9017 Level 2 1 Credit 2 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits 7 Credits School(s): Meets: # 9021 # 9022 # 9023 # 9124 # 9027 Level 3 1 Credit 2 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits 7 Credits Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement – Elective # 9031 # 9032 # 9033 # 9134 # 9037 Per ARD Level 4 1 Credit 2 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits 7 Credits Credit: # 9041 # 9042 # 9043 # 9144 # 9047 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 7.0 1 Credit 2 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits 7 Credits Timeline: Per ARD Classroom based instruction focuses on developing personal management skills related to obtaining and maintaining competitive employment, independent living, personal money management, and transitioning from school to work. School staff monitors worksite performance. Technology Applications Alternate Technology # 0995 School(s): Meets: Prerequisite: Placement by ARDC Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Graduation Requirement – Technology Applications Credit: 1.0 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 27 – Timeline: 2 Semesters This course is designed to integrate the functional academics, domestic, recreation/leisure, community, and vocational domain skills for independent living. INTRODUCTION TO CTE CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Career Pathways - As part of the requirements of the Career and Technical Program, eighth (8th) grade students select a career preference in the form of a Career Pathway. In 10th grade students are advised of the available coherent sequence of courses in their chosen Career Pathway, and at this time students can amend their selection of career area. A coherent sequence must include 2 or more courses in the same career area worth 2 or more credits each. The Career Pathways available to students in HISD are: Architecture and Construction Arts, Audio-Video Technology and Communications Business Education and Training Finance Health Science Hospitality and Tourism Human Services Information Technology Law, Public Safety and Security Manufacturing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – STEM Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Dual Credit - Dual Credit is an agreement between a school district and a college in which students receive both high school credit and college hours for successful completion of a particular course. The course may be taught in either the high school or college setting. Colleges other than the one with whom the agreement was signed may accept the course hours. Students must be classified as 11th or 12th graders and meet minimum college standards regarding alternate college placement test to participate in the Dual Credit program. Tech Prep - The Tech Prep agreement allows 11th and 12th grade students who have mastered specified skills in high school Tech Prep courses to receive college hours. Program articulation allows students to make a smooth transition from high school to college. In order to receive college hours through this program, students must enroll in the same college course of study as those Tech Prep classes taken in high school. Non Dual Credit Courses: *Tech Prep Coherent sequence information is available through your high school Career and Technology counselor. High School credit can be” redeemed” for college credit at the college with whom the district agreement once the student successfully completes a set number of courses at the college in the same field of tech prep credit. Dual Credit Courses: *Each college term grade of 80 or above = 1 Advanced Measure. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 28 – Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, handicap, race, color, national origin and takes steps to assure that the lack of English language skill will not be a barrier in its education programs, services, activities or employment as required by Title IX, Section 504 and Title VI. CTE - Career & Technical Agriculture Science and Technology Agriculture Science & Technology Principles of Oil and Gas Production CTE N1300253 # 9307 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Principles of Oil and Gas Production will introduce students to the oil and gas professions, including the distinction between the different career opportunities and the required certification and degree for each. Students will study the history current and future significance of the petroleum industry, and the applications of associated tools, equipment, technologies, and governing authorities. CTE - Career & Technical Architecture & Construction Architecture and Construction Principles of Architecture & Construction with Geometry # 9315 CTE 13004200 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-11 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective An overview to the various fields of architecture, interior design , construction science, and construction technology. Students will learn about the basics of construction through building of wood projects. Students will earn Career Safe (OSHA) certification and learn about careers in the construction and engineering management industry. This course is taught at Harlandale High School. Transportation will be provided to and from Harlandale for McCollum High School students. Career & Technical Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications THE FILM SCHOOL AT HARLANDALE HIGH School* *All Film School classes are taught at Harlandale High School. Transportation will be provided for McCollum students to and from the Harlandale H.S. campus. Film School Elective Sequence 9386 9591 9592 9593 9388 9595 Principles of Arts, Audio-Visual, Technology & Communications Audio Video Production Advanced Audio Video Production Practicum in Audio Video Production Animation Advanced Animation Fine Arts Elective Sequence 2015-2016 Harlandale School 7212 Theatre Arts 1:Independent Acting for the District ScreenCourse Catalog – 29for – the Screen 7202 Theatre Arts 2: Acting Career & Technical Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications Principles of Arts, Audio-Visual, Technology and Communications # 9386 CTE 13008200 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/1Period Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective This course is a required prerequisite for ALL other CTE Animation and Audio-Video courses and introduces the fundamental principals and careers in the field. Professional Communications # 9597 CTE 13009900 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semester/1 period Meets: Graduation Requirement – Communications Applications, Speech This course will satisfy the Speech credit. Professional communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communications. Students in this course will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct effective Internet research. Printing & Imaging Technology # 9335 CTE 13009600 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9– 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/ 1 period Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective This course is designed to provide a broad basic understanding of career opportunities and training requirements in the graphic arts industry. If you enjoy graphic design, working with Imaging technology, and creating your own publications, brochures, using the Internet to create presentation documents, than this is the course for you. In this course you will also learn about the opportunities to earn certification in various print industry areas, including digital file preparation, digital file input, bindery, and press operations, once you reach the advanced level courses in this area. At the intermediate level, you will apply these skills in the classroom, and in the district's state of the art print shop. Course taught at MHS. Transportation provided to and from home campus to site. Digital and Interactive Media # 9555 CTE 13027800 Prerequisite: None School(s): McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/1 period Meets: Graduation Requirement – Elective Prerequisite: None The course includes planning and developing a theme for a school yearbook. It provides practice and application in writing captions and copy to produce the yearbook. Students learn to edit and proof yearbook material. Students also plan advertising, sales, and distribution campaigns. Students use computers to produce copy and keep records. This course is part of the Information Technology Cluster. 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 30 – Career & Technical Business Business The School for Leadership and Public Service The Harlandale ISD School for Leadership & Public Service is a magnet school located on the campus of McCollum High School with a commitment to: o Prepare a community of learners who can communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and solve problems effectively and efficiently o Provide a rigorous and challenging curriculum that meets the individual needs of all learners o Empower learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective members of their community, community college or university, and workforce Please contact the McCollum High School Counseling office at 989-1542 for more information and admission procedures. Teen Leadership # 4930 Prerequisite: None School(s): Meets: McCollum Grade: 9– 10 Graduation requirement – Elective Credit: 0.5 Timeline: 1 Semester Teen Leadership is a course in which students develop professional, business, and leadership skills along with a healthy self concept of personal responsibility. Other skills addressed are in the area of public speaking, and communication. Students will develop an understanding of emotional intelligence and the skills it measures which includes self-awareness, self-control, self-motivation, and social skills. The concepts of decision-making, problem solving, citizenship, and goal setting are also addressed in this course. MAXIMUM: 1 CREDIT Business Information Management I # 9656 CTE 13011400 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9 – 12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/1 period Meets: Graduation Requirement –Technology Applications This course provides advanced technology skills required by the business environment. Emphasis will be on Microsoft Office Systems (MOS) in which students can earn certification in Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Students may earn 3 hrs of dual credit each semester with a course grade average of 80 or above. Career & Technical Health Science Health Science Principles of Health Science Technology Prerequisite: School(s): Meets: #9817 CTE 13020200 Recommended: Biology and Chemistry Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement, elective 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/ 1 Period This course is designed to teach students components of medical science including exploration of career opportunities in diagnostic, therapuetic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnolgoy careers. Students are expected to learn about the history of medicine, health care delivery systems, characteristics and qualitities of health care professionals, communication skills, ethical and 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 31 – legal responsibilities of health care workers. Students will be introduced to various health careers, guest speakers, field trips, presentations on health care professionals’ careers and health care paraprofessional careers of high demand in the medical field. This course meets the requirements to take the Medical Careers-Hospital Rotation and or Certified Nurse Assistant, and Pharmacy Career & Technical Human Services Human Services * Child Development * Personal Family Development * Nutrition and Food Science * Principles of Human Service Child Development Prerequisite: # 9256 CTE 13024700 None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semester/ 1 Period Meets: Graduation Requirement, elective This course is a recommended pre-requisite for the Practicum in Education & Training course (formerly Ready, Set, Teach 1). Study of the child from before conception to school-age. Hands on projects and research based activities are included in this lively fastpaced elective. Principles of Human Services Prerequisite: # 9226 CTE 13024200 None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/ 1Period Meets: Graduation Requirement: Elective Students will explore careers in the human services fields, including counseling and mental health, early chilhood development, family, community and personal care services. Students will demonstrate skills for success in high-skill, high-wage jobs, learn about finances and how to budget effectively. Parenting Education for School Age Parents I (PESAP I) # 9201 Fall CTE N1302536 Prerequisite: None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semesters/ 1 Period Meets: Graduation Requirement: Elective This course offers special assistance and skills development for both male and female students who are parents, or soon to be parents. The class provides critical information to parents on how to deal with pre-natal care, child development, infant care and parenting skills. Information on critical services available to help with child care needs is provided as part of this class as well. Parenting Education for School Age Parents I (PESAP I) Prerequisite: # 9203 Spring CTE N1302536 None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semesters/ 1 Period Meets: Graduation Requirement: Elective Prerequisite: None This course offers special assistance and skills development for both male and female students who are parents, or soon to be parents. The class provides critical information to parents on how to deal with pre-natal care, child development, infant care and parenting skills. Information on critical services available to help with child care needs is provided as part of this class as well. Parenting Education for School Age Parents II (PESAP II) Prerequisite: # 9202 CTE N1302537 None School(s): Harlandale, McCollum Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 Timeline: 2 Semesters/ 1 Period Meets: Graduation Requirement: Elective Prerequisite: None This course offers special assistance and skills development for both male and female students who are parents, or soon to be parents. The class provides critical information to parents on how to deal with pre-natal care, child development, infant care and parenting skills. Information on critical services available to help with child care needs is provided as part of this class as well. Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness Prerequisite: School(s): Meets: # 9286 CTE 130124500 None Harlandale, McCollum Grade: Graduation Requirement: Elective 9-12 Credit: .5 Timeline: 1 Semester / 1 Period 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 32 – This is a technical lab course that emphasizes the basics of nutrition and its relation to good health. Students study scientific aspects of food preparation and preservation. Students will conduct experiments on food ingredients and evaluate outcomes. *This course is recommended for students who will enroll in Culinary Arts I, II. Pathways leading to Foundation Graduation with Endorsements. For personalized 4 and 6 year career pathway models, Go to www.achievetexas.org and click on Implementation Guide. Achieve Texas is a new state initiative that allows all students to achieve success by preparing them for secondary and postsecondary opportunities, career preparation and advancement, meaningful work, and active citizenship. It centers on establishing career pathway systems within 16 clusters. It is based on the belief that the curricula of the 21st century should combine rigorous academics with relevant career education. Harlandale ISD provides courses that follow a coherent sequence in some of the pathways except those pathways in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. As part of the requirements of the Career and Technology Program, eighth (8 th) grade students select a career preference in the form of a Career Pathway. In grades 9-11 students are advised of the available coherent sequence of courses in their chosen Career Pathway, and at this time students can amend their selection of career area. A coherent sequence should include 2 or more courses in the same career area for 3 or more credits. The Sixteen Career Clusters Cluster Description The production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products/resources. Careers in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. Designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Pathways There are seven pathways in this cluster: - Agribusiness Systems - Animal Systems - Environmental Service Systems - Food Products and Processing Systems - Plant Systems - Power, Structural, and Technical Systems - Natural Resources Systems There are three pathways in this cluster: - Construction - Design/Pre-Construction - Maintenance/Operations There are six pathways in this cluster: - Audio and Video Technology and Film - Journalism and Broadcasting - Performing Arts - Printing Technology - Telecommunications - Visual Arts 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 33 – Business Management and Administration careers encompass planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Business Management and Administration career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy. There are six pathways in this cluster: - Administrative and Information Support - Business Analysis - Business Financial Management and Accounting - Human Resources - Management - Marketing 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 34 – Planning, managing, and providing education and training services, and related learning support services. There are three pathways in this cluster: - Administration and Administrative Support - Professional Support Services - Teaching and Training Planning, services for financial and There are four pathways in this investment planning, banking, cluster: insurance, and business financial - Banking and Related Services management. - Business Financial Management - Financial and Investment Planning - Insurance Services Executing governmental functions to There are seven pathways in this include governance; national security; cluster: foreign service; planning; revenue and - Foreign Service taxation; regulation; and management - Governance and administration at the local, state, - National Security and federal levels. - Planning - Public Management and Administration - Regulation - Revenue and Taxation Planning, managing, and providing There are five pathways in the Health therapeutic services, diagnostic Science Career Cluster: services, health informatics, support - Biotechnology Research and services, and biotechnology research Development and development. - Diagnostic Services - Health Informatics - Support Services - Therapeutic Services Hospitality and Tourism encompasses There are four pathways in this the management, marketing and cluster: operations of restaurants and other food - Lodging services, lodging, attractions and - Recreation, Amusements and recreation events, and travel-related Attractions services. - Restaurants and Food/Beverage Services - Travel and Tourism Preparing individuals for employment in There are five pathways in this career pathways that relate to families cluster: and human needs. - Consumer Services - Counseling and Mental Health Services - Early Childhood Development and Services - Family and Community Services - Personal Care Services Building linkages in IT occupations There are four pathways in this framework for entry-level, technical, and cluster: professional careers related to the - Information Support and Services design, development, support and - Interactive Media management of hardware, software, - Network Systems multimedia, and systems integration - Programming and Software services. Development 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 35 – Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services. Planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance, and manufacturing/process engineering. Planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives. Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering), including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services. Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and facility maintenance. There are five pathways in this cluster: - Legal Services - Security and Protective Services - Correction Services - Emergency and Fire Management Services - Law Enforcement Services - Legal Services - Security and Protective Services There are six pathways in this cluster: - Health, Safety, and Environmental Assurance - Logistics and Inventory Control - Manufacturing Production Process Development - Maintenance, Installation, and Repair - Production - Quality Assurance There are seven pathways in this cluster: - Buying and Merchandising - Distribution and Logistics - E-Marketing - Management and Entrepreneurship - Marketing Communications and Promotion - Marketing Information Management and Research - Professional Sales and Marketing There are two pathways in this cluster: - Engineering and Technology - Science and Math There are seven pathways in this cluster: - Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance - Health, Safety, and Environmental Management - Logistics Planning and Management Services - Sales and Service - Transportation Operations - Transportation Systems/Infrastructure Planning, Management, and Regulation - Warehousing and Distribution Center Operation 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 36 – NOTES:_________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2015-2016 Harlandale Independent School District Course Catalog – 37 –