2013-2014 High School Curriculum Guide

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Catawba
County
Schools
High
School
Curriculum
Guide
20132014
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January 2013
Board of Education
Sherry Butler
Chair
Marilyn McRee
Vice Chair
Ronn Abernathy
David Brittain
Glenn Fulbright
Cathy Starnes
Charlie Wyant
Crystal Davis
Attorney
2013
2013--2014
Curriculum
Guide
Graduation from high school is quickly approaching and your level of preparedness for
college, career, military or other goals will depend heavily on the courses completed
during high school. Our hope is to provide opportunities and pathways for every
graduate to be Ready for the Future upon departure from high school.
This curriculum guide will serve as a primary resource to describe available course
selections needed to establish a pathway for your college or career goals. Take advantage of on-line learning and community college courses that may provide high
school and college credit - at no cost for tuition. Within this guide you will find course
descriptions, testing and graduation requirements and educational opportunities
within and outside of the school building. We are very proud of our ongoing partnerships with Lenoir-Rhyne University, Catawba Valley Community College and North
Carolina Virtual Public School. Through these partnerships, all students are provided a
diverse educational approach to obtain high school and college credits.
Our school system continues to be a premier educational district by providing innovative academic programs, access to the latest technology and on-line learning opportunities and a diverse approach for delivering high school programs. We are very proud
of our five traditional high schools: Bandys, Bunker Hill, Foard, Maiden and St. Stephens. Unique opportunities are available through Catawba Rosenwald Educational
Center and Challenger Early College High School.
Today, competition for college, university and career access is on a global level. Challenge yourself by accessing rigorous academic course offerings while taking advantage
of leadership opportunities during high school. The time is here for you to create the
future you hope for and to ultimately make a significant contribution to America’s
workforce.
Sincerely,
Dr. Dan Brigman
Dr. Dan Brigman
Superintendent, Catawba County Schools
Catawba County Schools System does
not discriminate against race, color,
religion, sex, marital status,
pregnancy, parenthood, or
handicapping conditions in its education
activities or employment practices.
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Table of Contents
Registration Policy
General Information
Planning Your 2013-2014 Academic Year
Selecting a Course of Study
Amended Future Ready
Credit Recovery Guidelines
N.C. High School Courses of Study
Mathematics Graduation Requirements
Math Sequencing Chart
Career Clusters
N.C. Academic Scholars Program
Junior Marshals
Honor Graduates
President’s Award for Educational Excellence
Grading Scale
High School Grades/Class Rank
Promotion/Graduation Requirements
High School Credit Earned in Middle School
Schedule Changes & Drop Policy
Advanced Placement Courses
High School Scholars Academy at LRU
Registration of Transfer Students
Exceptional Children
University of N.C. System Schools
College Foundation of North Carolina
Online Learning Opportunities
High School Testing
Miscellaneous Information
Athletics
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Academic Course Offerings
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
World Languages
Health/Physical Education
Visual Arts
Music
Theatre Arts
Junior ROTC
Occupational Course of Study
ESL
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Career & Technical Education
HS/College Articulation Agreement
Agriculture
Business
Career Development
Family & Consumer Science
Health Occupations
Marketing
Technology
Trade & Industry
Work-Based Learning
Other Electives
CVCC Career & College Promise
Program
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It is registration policy that Catawba County high school
students register for a specific course, not a specific
teacher, time, or location. Any course may be cancelled
due to insufficient enrollment. Alternate courses must be
selected where appropriate. If a course is offered during
the regularly scheduled day, a student may not take the
course by independent study. Students must select a
preferred course in case of a schedule conflict. Courses are
offered, books and materials are purchased, and teachers
are hired based on student course selections made in the
spring; therefore, it is imperative that students maintain a
commitment to these courses.
Catawba County Schools operates under a Student/Parent
Informed Choice system of open registration. The decision
to enroll in any regular or honors program offered in
grades 9-12 is the responsibility and the choice of the
student and his/her parents or guardians. However, in
choosing the appropriate level of course difficulty, be sure
to consider standardized test scores, course grades, and
teacher recommendations. Parents, guardians, and
students should study this Curriculum Guide carefully and
review the course listings and graduation requirements.
Parents/guardians and their children should discuss the
student’s goals, interests, past school grades, performance
on standardized tests, personal habits, attitude toward
school, aptitudes, responsibilities outside the school, and
other factors that may have an impact on the success of
the student in any given course.
The Counseling Department of the school will, individually
or in small groups, make registration/counseling services
available. Students have the opportunity to meet
throughout the year to discuss graduation requirements,
grades, course selection, and other relevant information.
Students are encouraged to take advantage of this service.
In addition, the Counseling Department is open for
appointments with parents and students who wish further
individualized service.
Students should register for courses providing the highest
degree of academic challenge for their abilities. Teachers
and counselors recommend levels of courses after
reviewing previous grades and test scores. It is, however,
always the responsibility of the student and his/her parent
or guardian to register for courses that will ensure high
school graduation, college entrance, or other individual
needs.
STUDENTS MAY NOT DROP EOC COURSES AFTER
THE FIRST TEN DAYS OF EACH SEMESTER DUE TO
STATE POLICY.
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General
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Planning Your
2013-2014 Academic Year
This is a time for decisions that will affect your future after
high school. You are encouraged to read all the material in
this book with your career goals in mind. Talk with your
parents, teachers, and counselors and use their advice and
information to make wise choices in course selection.
As you plan, remember:
 Typically, high school credits are earned in grades
9-12. However, some credits may be earned at the middle
school level.
 Courses can be taken online, during school, or after
regular school hours.
It is your responsibility to make certain that you are
enrolled in the courses that meet the requirements of your
Course of Study as well as your chosen college.
Counselors and Career Development Coordinators (CDC)
are available in each high school to advise and assist you
and your parents.
Selecting a Course of Study
Students entering the ninth grade in 2010 or 2011 follow the
Future Ready Course of Study.
Credit Recovery Guidelines
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Students entering the ninth grade in 2012 or later will follow
an Amended Future Ready Course of Study.
All courses taken for credit recovery will be on a pass/fail
basis. Therefore, this will not affect a student’s GPA.
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Students with specific disabilities and an Individualized
Education Program (IEP) follow the Occupational Course of
Study.
Generally, a credit recovery course would be taken
through NCVPS or PEAK12/Aventa Learning. A student
would progress through the course at his/her own speed.

If a student wishes to modify his/her GPA, then he/she
should repeat the entire course. The original failure grade
will remain on the transcript.
The charts on pages 5-6 explain the Courses of Study for
North Carolina and Catawba County Schools students.
Amended Future Ready
Students entering ninth grade for the first time in 2012 or later
will follow an Amended Future Ready course of study. Instead
of taking US History for one credit, they must now take:
American History I—The Founding Principles AND American
History II.
Students may elect to substitute AP US History and an
additional social studies course for these two credits.
With these additional credit requirements, this class of
students will need a minimum of 22 credits plus 6 electives to
meet graduation requirements.
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N.C. High School Courses of Study
FUTURE READY
FUTURE READY
OCCUPATIONAL
Course of Study
Requirements
Course of Study
Requirements
Course of Study
Requirements
(For Ninth Graders entering
in 2010 or 2011)
(For Ninth Graders entering
in 2012 or Later)
CONTENT
AREA
English
4 Credits
4 Credits
English I, II, III, IV
Math
3 Credits
World History
Civics and Economics
U.S. History
World
Languages
Health & PE
Not Required for graduation;
Not Required for graduation;
Required - a 2 credit minimum is required for Required - a 2 credit minimum is required
admission to a university in the UNC system
for admission to a university in the UNC system
1 Credit
1 Credit
Arts Education
(Visual Arts, Dance,
Music, Theatre
Arts)
JROTC
6 Credits
6 Credits
TOTAL
Social Studies II
(Self-Advocacy/Problem Solving)
Not Required
4 Credits
2 elective credits of any combination from
either: -Career and Technical Education
-Arts Education
-World Languages
-Arts Education
-World Languages
4 elective credits strongly
recommended (four course concentration)
from one of the following:
4 elective credits strongly
recommended (four course concentration)
from one of the following:
-Career and Technical Education
-JROTC
-Arts Education
-Any other subject (e.g., mathematics, science,
social studies, English)
-Career and Technical Education
-JROTC
-Arts Education
-Any other subject (e.g., mathematics, science,
social studies, English)
local graduation requirements.
Social Studies I
(Government/U.S. History)
1 Credit
2 elective credits of any combination from
either: -Career and Technical Education
Electives or Other 7 Elective Credits
Additional electives must be included to meet
Requirements
Life Skills Science I, II
2 Credits
World History
American History I and II OR
AP US History,
additional social studies course *
Career and
Technical
Education
2 Credits
A physical science course
Biology
Earth/Environmental Science
4 Credits
Social Studies 3 Credits
Occupational Math I, II, III
Algebra I, Geometry, Alegbra II OR
Integrated Mathematics I, II, III
4th Math Course to be aligned with the
student’s post high school plans
3 Credits
A physical science course
Biology
Occupational English I, II, III, IV
3 Credits
4 Credits
4 Credits
Algebra I, Geometry, Alegbra II OR
Integrated Mathematics I, II, III
4th Math Course to be aligned with the student’s post high school plans
Science
4 Credits
or a designated combination of 4 courses
6 Elective Credits
Additional electives must be included to meet
local graduation requirements.
Career and Technical Education
electives
-at least 1 credit of Arts Education
recommended
6 Credits - Occupational Preparation:
Occupational Preparation I, II, III, IV
Elective credits/completion of IEP objectives/
Career Portfolio required ++
28 Credits (4 credits less than
potential)
potential)
potential)
*A student who takes AP US History instead of American
History I & II must also take an additional social studies
course in order to meet the four credit requirement.
++Completion of 300 hrs of school-based training,
240 hrs of community-based training, and 360 hrs of
paid employment
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Future-Ready Core Course of Study
Mathematics Graduation Requirements
(Policy HSP-N-004 from http://sbepolicy.dpi.state.nc.us/)
Four units in mathematics for every student:
Effective with the Freshman Class of 2009-2010, four mathematics units are required for graduation: [Algebra I, Geometry,
Algebra II] OR [Integrated Mathematics I, II, II] plus a fourth mathematics course to be aligned with the student’s after-high
school plans.
4 years of mathematics – suitable for UNC General Administration admission requirements
Core Mathematics Courses
Algebra I (2023)
Geometry (2030)
Algebra II (2024)
Integrated Mathematics I (2051)
Integrated Mathematics II (2052)
Integrated Mathematics III (2053)
OR
Plus a fourth course to be aligned with the student’s after-high school plans
Courses that are accepted by the UNC General Administration for admission to UNC institutions
Courses from NC Standard Course of Study
for Mathematics
Community College Mathematics Courses accepted by the
UNC General Administration as the “4th Math”
Advanced Functions and Modeling (2025)
Discrete Mathematics (2050)
Pre-Calculus (2070)
Integrated Mathematics IV (2054)
AP Statistics (2066)
AP Calculus (AB) (2076)
AP Calculus (BC) (2077)
MAT 155 and MAT 155A (Statistical Analysis)
MAT 171, MAT 171A (Pre-Calculus Algebra) and
MAT 172, MAT 172A (Pre-Calculus Trigonometry)
MAT 175 and MAT 175A (Pre-Calculus)
MAT 252 and MAT 252A (Statistics II)
MAT 271 and MAT 271A (Calculus I)
MAT 272 and MAT 272A (Calculus II)
NOTE: Equivalent IB math courses are acceptable for
admissions to UNC institutions.
4 years of mathematics – suitable for entrance to some universities as well as community colleges and
technical schools
Core Mathematics Courses
Algebra I (2023)
Geometry (2030)
Algebra II (2024)
OR
Integrated Mathematics I (2051)
Integrated Mathematics II (2052)
Integrated Mathematics III (2053)
Plus a fourth course to be aligned with the student’s after-high school plans
Courses that are NOT accepted by the UNC General Administration for admission to UNC institutions
but may be suitable for meeting the “4th Math” for high school graduation
Mathematics Electives
Probability & Statistics (2065)
Calculus (2073)
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CTE Courses that are acceptable
substitutions for the “4th Math”
Accounting II (6312)
Drafting II-Engineering (7972)
AP Computer Science (2508)
Electronics I (7631)
PLTW—Introduction to Engineering Design
(8020)
PLTW—Principles of Engineering (8021)
PLTW—Computer Integrated Manufacturing
(8030)
Community College
Mathematics Courses
MAT 140 and MAT 140A (Survey of
Mathematics)
MAT 141 and MAT 141A (Mathematical
Concepts I)
MAT 142 and MAT 142A (Mathematical
Concepts II)
MAT 145 and MAT 145A (Analytical
Math)
MAT 151 and MAT 151A (Statistics I)
MAT 161 and MAT 161A (College
Algebra)
MAT 162 and MAT 162A (College
Trigonometry)
MAT 167 and MAT 167A (Discrete
Mathematics)
MAT 210 and MAT 210A (Logic)
MAT 263 and MAT 263A (Brief Calculus)
MATH SEQUENCING
Suitable for University System Admission (Page 14)
Minimum Requirements for Graduation
Algebra I
Algebra I
Geometry
Geometry
Algebra II
Algebra II
*Discrete
Math
*Advanced
Functions &
Modeling
*Honors Discrete
Math
*Advanced
Functions &
Modeling
*Discrete
Math
AP Statistics
*Probability/
Statistics
*Pre-Calculus
*CTE Courses:
Drafting II
Electronics I
Accounting II
PLTW courses
AP Computer Science
Topics in
Calculus
Calculus AB/BC
* Meets the requirements for graduation
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Catawba County Schools Career Clusters
Concentration requires four (4) total credits
North Carolina students must meet Future Ready Core graduation requirements. These requirements encourage students to use their four required elective credits to complete a concentration in an area of special interest such as Career and Technical Education (CTE) by earning at least four credits in a discipline, including one credit at an advanced level.
To earn a concentration for graduation and CTE federal reporting purposes, the student must take at least four (4) technical credits from among the courses listed in the Career Cluster.
Within these four course selections, the student must take:
8595 CTE Advanced Studies is a Foundational Course in ALL clusters.
 at least three (3) technical credits from among the Foundational courses listed.
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at least one (1) Foundational course at the completer level, identified by an asterisk on the
chart.
a fourth technical credit from either the Foundational courses or the Enhancement courses.
8598/8599 Career & College Promise CTE Pathway courses are Foundational
courses in ALL clusters.
AGRICULTURE, FOOD, and NATURAL RESOURCES CLUSTER
Pathways
ANIMAL SYSTEMS
PLANT SYSTEMS
POWER, STRUCTURAL &
TECHNICAL SYSTEMS
Example Related Occupations:
Agricultural Engineer
Animal Caretaker
Animal Scientist
Botanist
Electronic Systems Technician
Embryo Technologist
Equipment/Parts Manager
Forest Geneticist
Golf Course Superintendent
Greenhouse Manager
Grower/Farmer/Rancher
Heavy Equipment Technician
Livestock Producer/Inspector
Machinist/Machine Operator
Plant Breeder/Pathologist
Reproductive Physiologist
Tree Surgeon
Veterinarian/Vet Tech
Welder
FOOD PRODUCTS &
PROCESSING SYSTEMS
Food Scientist/Inspector/Broker
Bacteriologist/Biochemist
Nutritionist/Dietician
Quality Control Specialist
Code
Foundational Courses
6810
Agriscience Applications
6821
Animal Science I
6822*
Animal Science II
6822*
Animal Science II – Small Animals
6825
Equine Science I
6831
Agricultural Mechanics I
6832*
Agricultural Mechanics II
6833*
Agricultural Mechanics II – Small Engines
6841
Horticulture I
6842*
Horticulture II
6882*
Horticulture II – Landscaping
7015
Teen Living
7045
Foods I
7046*
Foods II – Enterprise
8726
Personal Finance
Code
6145
8721
8716
6417
6419
6621
7120
8596
8597
Enhancement Courses
Career Management
Principles of Business & Finance
Entrepreneurship I
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Publisher
Microsoft Excel and Access
Marketing
Intro to Culinary Arts & Hospitality
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
ARCHITECTURE and CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER
DESIGN/PRE-CONSTRUCTION
Architect/Drafter
Computer Modeler
Electrician
Environmental Designer
Interior Designer
7015
Teen Living
7151
Interior Design I
7152*
Interior Design II
7153
Interior Applications
CONSTRUCTION
Architect/Drafter
Carpenter
Civil/Structural Engineer
Computer Modeler
Construction Engineer/Foreman
Construction Inspector
Cost Estimator
Drywall/Plasterer/Painter/Roofer
Electrician
Electronic Systems Technician
Equipment & Materials Manager
General Contractor/Builder
HVAC Mechanic
Interior Designer
Iron/Metalworker
Landscaper/Groundskeeper
Mason
Plumber
Preservationist
Project Manager
Safety Director
Sales and Marketing Manager
Security System Installer
Specialty Contractor
Subcontractor
Tile and Marble Setter
7700
Core and Sustainable Construction
7711
Masonry I
7712*
Masonry II
7713
Masonry III
7721
Carpentry I
7722*
Carpentry II
7723
Carpentry III
7741
Electrical Trades I
7742*
Electrical Trades II
7743
Electrical Trades III
7921
Drafting I
7962*
Drafting – Architectural II
7963
Drafting – Architectural III
8721
8726
Personal Finance
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6831
6414
6417
6419
6421
6631
6831
7035
8716
8596
8597
Career Management
Multimedia & Webpage Design
Marketing
Fashion Merchandising
Agriculture Mechanics I
Apparel I
Entrepreneurship I
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
Continued
ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY and COMMUNICATIONS CLUSTER
Pathways
Code
VISUAL ARTS
Commercial Artist/Photographer
Curators and Gallery Manager
Merchandising Manager
Interior Designer
7015
Teen Living
6621
Marketing
6631
6417
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, & Publisher
AUDIO, VIDEO,
TECHNOLOGY& FILM
Audio-Video Designer/Engineer
Computer Support Technician
Fashion Designer/Buyer
Filmmaker/Video Graphic Artist
Special Effects and Animator
6414
7035
Apparel I
7036*
Apparel II—Enterprise
7935
Digital Media
8716
Entrepreneurship I
Code
Enhancement Courses
6145
6419
7055
8721
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Microsoft Excel & Access
Interior Design I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT and ADMINISTRATION CLUSTER
GENERAL MANAGEMENT
Accountant
Administrative Assistant
Business Development Manager
Chief Executive Officer
Facilities Manager
Human Resources Manager
Manufacturing Manager
Small Business Owner
Sports/Entertainment Manager
6417
6311
Accounting I
6215*
Business Law
8710*
Business Management
8716*
Entrepreneurship I
8721
6145
6414
6419
6621
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Marketing
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
6145
6417
6621
8596
8597
Career Management
Marketing
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
6145
6417
6419
6621
7045
7065
8716
8721
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Marketing
Foods I
Parenting & Child Development
Entrepreneurship I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
FINANCE CLUSTER
BUSINESS FINANCE
Accountant/Auditor
Collection Agent
Data Processor
Economist
Financial Advisor
Loan Officer/Teller
Securities/Commodities Trader
Securities/Investment Analyst
Purchasing Agent
Treasurer/Controller
8721
6215
Business Law
6419
8716
Entrepreneurship I
8726
Personal Finance
6311
Accounting I
6312*
Accounting II
HEALTH SCIENCE CLUSTER
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES
HEALTH INFORMATICS
SUPPORT SERVICES
Anesthesiologist/Anesthetist
Dentist/Dental Hygienist
Doctor/Nurse/EMT
Geriatrician/Dietician
Healthcare Administrator
Radiologist/Radiology Tech
Sonographer
7210
Health Team Relations
7211
Allied Health Sciences I
7240
Health Sciences I
7242*
Health Sciences II
7243
Nursing Fundamentals
RESTAURANTS &
FOOD/BEVERAGE SERVICE
Banquet Manager
Dietician
Food/Beverage Caterer
Executive Chef/Owner/Server
Research and Development Chef
Sales and Marketing Director
7045
Foods I
7120
Introduction to Culinary Arts & Hospitality
7121
Culinary Arts & Hospitality I
7122*
Culinary Arts & Hospitality II
6621
Marketing
TRAVEL & TOURISM
6645*
Hospitality and Tourism
6670
Sports & Entertainment Marketing I
6671*
Sports & Entertainment Marketing II
8716
Entrepreneurship I
7065
Parenting & Child Development
8726
Personal Finance
7111
Early Childhood Ed. I
7112*
Early Childhood Ed. II
7015
Teen Living
8721
HOSPITALITY and TOURISM CLUSTER
Interpreter
Sales and Marketing Director
Special Events Producer
Tourism Development Director
Travel Agent
6145
6414
6417
6419
6821
8721
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Equine Science I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
6145
6417
6419
7045
8716
8596
8597
Career Management
Foods I
Entrepreneurship I
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
HUMAN SERVICES CLUSTER
EARLY CHILDHOOD
DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES
Childcare Director/Worker
Elementary School Counselor
Marriage and Family Counselor
Nanny
Parent Educator
Social Service Worker
Teacher/Teacher Assistant
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CLUSTER
Pathways
Code
PROGRAMMING &
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
WEB/DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS
INFORMATION SUPPORT & SERVICES
NETWORK SYSTEMS
2D/3D Artist/Animator
Computer Science Engineer
Database Developer/Administrator
Design Engineer/Modeler
Electronic Publication Specialist
Knowledge Architect
Maintenance Technician
Media Specialist
Multimedia Author
Network Administrator/Designer
Network/Systems Engineer
Production Assistant
Programming/Software Engineer
Search Engine Marketing Specialist
Social Networking Specialist
Virtual Reality Specialist
Web Developer
8811
Foundations of Information Technology
8721
6341
Networking I
6419
6414
6415*
eCommerce I
6416
eCommerce II
7991
Computer Engineering Technology I
7992*
Computer Engineering Technology II
2508
AP Computer Science
Code
Enhancement Courses
6145
6417
8716
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Entrepreneurship I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
6145
6414
6417
6419
6621
6831
7921
8716
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Marketing
Drafting I
Entrepreneurship I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
6145
6414
6417
6419
6512
7035
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Business Law
Apparel I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
MANUFACTURING CLUSTER
PRODUCTION
MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION &
PROCESS DEVELOPMENT
MAINTENANCE, INSTALLATION
& REPAIR
Electronics Engineer/Technician
Furniture Designer
Industrial Engineer
Welder/Solderer/Brazer
Machine Operator
Manufacturing Engineer/Tech
Manager/Supervisor/Purchaser
Pattern and Model Maker
Quality Control Specialist
Structural/Civil Engineer
8721
7621
Cabinetmaking I
7622*
Cabinetmaking II
7623
Cabinetmaking III
7921
Drafting I
7631
Electronics I
MARKETING CLUSTER
MARKETING MANAGEMENT
MERCHANDISING
PROFESSIONAL SALES
Chief Executive Officer
Entrepreneur/Business Owner
Franchisee
Marketing & Sales Representative
Merchandise Buyer
Store Manager/Clerk
8721
6621
Marketing
6631
6622*
Marketing Management
8716*
Entrepreneurship I
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, and MATHEMATICS CLUSTER
ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
Aerospace Engineer
Architect/Drafter
Computer Science Engineer
Civil/Structural Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Geothermal/Nuclear Engineer
Mechanical/Electrical Engineer
Metallurgical/Mining Engineer
Power Plant Manager
Project Manager
8020
PLTW—Introduction to Engineering Design
8021
PLTW—Principles of Engineering
8030*
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
7921
Drafting I
7972*
Drafting – Engineering II
7973
Drafting – Engineering III
6145
6414
6417
6419
6841
8716
8721
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Horticulture I
Entrepreneurship I
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, and LOGISTICS CLUSTER
MOBILE EQUIPMENT &
FACILITYMAINTENANCE
LOGISTICS PLANNING &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Aerospace Engineer/Technician
Aircraft/Ship/Motorboat Mechanic
Automotive Body Repairer
Automotive Service Mechanic
Diesel Engine Specialist
Electrical/Electronic Installer
Heavy Equipment Mechanics
International Logistics Specialist
Logistics Engineer/Manager
Motorcycle Mechanic
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6621
Marketing
6622*
8716
Entrepreneurship I
7511
Automotive Service
7512
Automotive Brakes
7513*
Automotive Computer System Diagnostics
7514
Automotive Electrical
7515*
Automotive Advanced Electrical
6145
6417
6419
6831
8721
8726
8596
8597
Career Management
Personal Finance
DOL Apprenticeship
CTE Internship
Academic Honors
Junior Marshals
To earn the N.C. Academic Scholars distinction, students
must meet the N.C. Academic Scholars Program Course
of Study credit requirements and have a 3.5 unweighted
GPA. Students who qualify for this honor receive an
honor sticker on their diploma, recognition on their
transcript, and recognition at graduation.
Catawba County high school juniors are eligible to serve as
Junior Marshals based on their weighted Grade Point Average
(GPA). The weighted GPA is determined after the third nineweeks grading period of their junior year. In order to be
recognized as a Junior Marshal, a student must have a
weighted GPA of 3.9 or higher.
CONTENT
AREA
English
Course of Study
4 Credits
Math
4 Credits
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and one unit of higher level
mathematics for which Algebra II is a prerequisite
Science
3 Credits
A Physics or Chemistry course
Biology
Social Studies
Health & PE
3 Credits
4 credits (Class of 2016)
U.S. History
World History
American History I and II
World History
1 Credit
World Languages
and CTE
6 Credits
Electives or Other
Requirements
3 Credits
TOTAL
Two elective credits in a second language required
for the UNC system
Four elective credits constituting a concentration from one
of the following: CTE, JROTC, Arts, World Languages,
any other subject area
Higher level courses taken during Junior and/or Senior
years that carry 5 or 6 quality points such as AP, college
equivalent courses, advanced CTE credentialing courses,
other honors or above-designated courses
24 Credits
25 Credits
(Class of 2016)
Honor Graduates
Beginning with the graduating class of 2013, Catawba County
Schools implemented a Latin honors system to recognize
graduates. The system honors the achievements of many
students as opposed to only two as has been done in past
years. The Latin honors system is the one that is utilized by
colleges and universities. The levels are as follows:
Summa cum laude
Magna cum laude
Cum laude
4.40+ (weighted)
4.25-4.399 (weighted)
3.95-4.249 (weighted)
President's Award for
Educational Excellence
This program is designed to encourage students to achieve
their full academic potential. This award is a certificate of
recognition for outstanding academic achievement signed by
the President of the United States, the Secretary of Education,
and the school principal. To receive the award, graduating
seniors must have a 3.5 unweighted GPA, a score higher than
the 85th percentile on the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test
(PSAT), the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), or the American
College Test (ACT). For additional information and
requirements, see your school counselor.
Grading Scale
A = 93 – 100
B = 85 – 92
C = 77 – 84
D = 70 – 76
F = below 70
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Standardized North Carolina Scale
Percentage Grades
96-100%
95%
94%
93%
92%
= 4.0000
= 3.8750
= 3.7500
= 3.6250
= 3.5000
91%
90%
89%
88%
87%
= 3.3750
= 3.2500
= 3.1250
= 3.0000
= 2.8750
86%
85%
84%
83%
82%
= 2.7500
= 2.6250
= 2.5000
= 2.3750
= 2.2500
81%
80%
79%
78%
77%
= 2.1250
= 2.0000
= 1.8750
= 1.7500
= 1.6250
76%
75%
74%
73%
70-72%
<70%
= 1.5000
= 1.3750
= 1.2500
= 1.1250
= 1.0000
= 0.0000
Grading Scale for Ranking Purposes
Schedule Changes and Drop Policy
Class rank for all students includes all subjects taken beginning
with the ninth grade. The final GPA is a cumulative average.
Grades are calculated according to the weighted GPA on the
standardized North Carolina Public High School Transcript.
Class rank is based on a weighted GPA in which a single (1)
quality point is added to grades earned in honors courses and
two (2) quality points are added to grades earned in Advanced
Placement courses. When GPAs are calculated for students
transferring to the Catawba County Schools System, weighted
courses transferred will retain the weighted status; however,
weight will be based on the weighting scale used by the
Catawba County Schools System. Weight and quality points
for work completed in the Catawba County Schools System will
be based on state-approved weighted courses offered in North
Carolina.
Once students have selected their courses in the spring, they
are expected to pursue that course of study in the fall. Course
changes may not be permitted due to enrollment numbers.
State guidelines regarding courses with state mandated end-ofcourse tests do not allow course changes after the 10th day of
the course.
School Recognitions
Promotion and Graduation Requirements
After entering high school, students must earn course credits
as described below to be promoted to the next grade:
 Sophomore:
 Junior:
 Senior:
 Graduation:
Earn a minimum of 6 units of credit
and will meet NC course requirements
for graduation eligibility by the end of
the senior year.
Note: Students graduate under the state and local requirements
that were in place when they entered the ninth grade.
High School Credit Earned in
Middle School
Middle school students may now receive high school credit for
social studies, English, mathematics, science, and world
languages. All high school courses taken in grades 7-8 that
have an end-of-course test shall meet the requirements of
North Carolina Accountability.
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Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Catawba County high schools offer a number of Advanced
Placement (AP) courses taught on the high school campuses.
These courses are rigorous, college-level classes designed to
prepare students to be successful with college-level work and
on AP exams. Students must be willing to dedicate a significant
time commitment to be academically successful at a high level.
Instructors use course outlines from the College Board,
Trenton, New Jersey. College textbooks (provided by the
school system) are used. Students are expected to take the
Advanced Placement (AP) examination in the spring .
Based on students’ test scores, it is possible to earn college
credit from these exams. Since students must take an AP
exam, they will be exempt from taking a teacher-made exam
in that AP course. For fall AP classes, payment of the exam
fee indicates intent of taking the AP exam. For additional
exam requirements, see page 17. Enrollment in any AP course
requires departmental consultation.
While AP exam scores are the most commonly accepted
form of receiving college course credit, not all colleges and
universities require the same score for students to receive this
credit. Students should check with the specific colleges and
universities they wish to attend to determine which AP exams
and which scores are accepted.
In addition to possibly earning 3 to 6 college credit hours,
students earn high school credit for the class, and AP courses
carry a two-point weight when figured into students’ GPAs.
For more information on specific course content and AP
information, please contact your school counselor.
High School Scholars Academy at
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Lenoir-Rhyne University offers the High School Scholars
Academy for high-achieving students who wish to earn college
credit while completing their senior year of high school. The
students attend classes on the LRU campus but are able to
participate in extra-curricular activities at their home schools.
During the fall semester they take high school Honors English
IV plus three university classes. In the spring students enroll in
Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition or an
approved on-line course of equal academic rigor and three
university classes.
The students are selected through a competitive application
process that is implemented by Lenoir-Rhyne University. The
process consists of completing an application and submitting
a high school transcript. Lenoir-Rhyne examines the rigor of
courses taken in high school, SAT/ACT scores, and the
students’ grade point averages as part of the acceptance
process. The application process begins in October and
applications are due in February to LRU. It is recommended
that all high school graduation requirements with the
exception of Honors English IV be fulfilled prior to applying to
the Academy. Tuition is $1,200.00 per semester. Tuition and
textbook costs are the responsibility of the student.
Registration of Transfer Students:
Home Schools, Private Schools, or Schools
Outside of the United States
Exceptional Children
Catawba County Schools is committed to serving all students.
High school Exceptional Children
(EC) program specialists can
answer questions regarding
eligibility for Exceptional Children/
Special Education services. An
Individualized Education Program
(IEP) is developed to meet the
needs of eligible students with
disabilities. Each student’s
schedule and classroom instruction
is designed to fulfill the
requirements of the IEP.
Diploma options for Exceptional Children include Future Ready
Core Course of Study and Future Ready Occupational Course of
Study.
Students enrolled in the Future Ready Occupational Course of
Study are provided an academic and functional curriculum that
focuses on skills many students with disabilities need in order
to successfully transition into adult life. These students receive
instruction in academics, daily living skills, vocational skills, and
social skills. In this course of study, students have the
opportunity to take occupational preparation courses that
provide on-campus and off-campus vocational training.
Occupational preparation courses allow students to learn
employment and adult living skills necessary to be successful
beyond high school graduation.
High school placement for home schooled, non-accredited
private schools, or students from other countries will be
determined by various means including, but not limited to, the
following: achievement test scores, End of Course test scores,
criterion reference test scores, final examinations in content
areas, portfolio assessments and teacher interviews.
Credits toward promotion or graduation for each home school,
non-accredited private school, or foreign course will be
recorded on the student’s transcript. A grade of P (passing) or
F (failing) will be recorded for each of these courses, with no
curriculum level or course weight considered. Class rank for
students transferring from these schools will be calculated
solely on the basis of courses earned in the Catawba County
Schools System and will not reflect courses completed in the
transferring program. The principal will make the final
decision regarding credit for any course or grade level
completed based on the student’s transfer transcript.
Additional information for grade placement and academic
credit for home-schooled students or students from private
schools can be found in Board of Education Policy 3.7500.
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University of North Carolina System Schools
The University of North Carolina System comprises
16 universities across the state
Appalachian State University
East Carolina University
Elizabeth City State University
Fayetteville State University
N.C. A&T State University
N.C. Central University
N.C. School of the Arts
N.C. State University
UNC-Asheville
UNC-Chapel Hill
UNC-Charlotte
UNC-Greensboro
UNC-Pembroke
UNC-Wilmington
Western Carolina University
Winston-Salem State University
To enroll in these universities, students must meet the
minimum requirements outlined in the N.C. High School
Future Ready Course of Study along with the UNC Minimum
Admission Requirements listed below.
UNC Minimum Admission Requirements
All applicants for first-time admission as freshmen must meet
minimum high school GPA and SAT scores.
Students
entering in
Minimum GPA
Minimum
SAT
Minimum
ACT
Fall 2010
2.0
700
15
Fall 2011
2.3
750
16
Fall 2012
2.3
750
16
Fall 2013
and beyond
2.5
800
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The maximum number of chancellor’s exceptions is limited to
one percent (1%) of the total number of applicants accepted
as new freshmen each year. A chancellor’s exception may be
applied to the SAT minimum requirement and/or the GPA
minimum requirement.
College Foundation of North Carolina
(CFNC.org)
The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a nonprofit
corporation that helps students to prepare successfully for
college. The goal of CFNC is to aid in the college planning
process and to assist in finding financial aid alternatives to
pay for the costs of a college/university education. CFNC is
a partnership between Pathways of North Carolina, College
Foundation, Inc., and the North Carolina State Education
Assistance Authority.
Please visit the College Foundation website at:
www.cfnc.org
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Minimum Course Requirements for
Undergraduate Admission
To be considered for admission, students must submit scores
for the SAT I or the ACT along with the writing component.
Additionally, applicants must complete the following high
school courses:
 Language
Six course units in language, including English I, II, III, IV
and two units in a second language.
 Mathematics
Four course units in mathematics, Algebra I and II,
Geometry and one unit beyond Algebra II.
It is recommended that prospective college students take
a mathematics course in the 12th grade.
The following math courses with Algebra II as a
prerequisite meet the new UNC minimum course
requirements:
AP Calculus, AP Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Discrete
Mathematics, IB Mathematics Level II, and Advanced
Functions and Modeling.
 Science
Three course units in science, including at least one unit in
a life or biological science (Biology); at least one unit in a
physical science (Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics);
and at least one laboratory course.
 Social Studies
Two course units in social studies, including one
unit in U.S. History.
Online Learning Opportunities
Catawba County Schools offers online courses at all high
schools. These technologically advanced methods of course
delivery are geared toward general studies, honors and
Advanced Placement courses, and community college
courses.
Career and College Promise
This programs allows high school students to jump start their
college education tuition free. Applicable fees, books, and
supplies are an individual student’s expense. Students can
earn both high school credit and college credit while taking
these courses offered through North Carolina Community
Colleges.
North Carolina Virtual Public
School
www.ncvps.org
North Carolina Virtual Public School provides Internet-based
online courses to high school students. Students have the
opportunity to take courses for new credit and also select
courses for credit recovery. Ideally, these courses should
be taken at school where help is available to the student.
However, the courses can be taken from any location with high
speed DSL Internet access. See the following page for a list of
possible courses.
PEAK12/Aventa Learning
Students with an academic class failure may recover that high
school credit by completing the course online through
PEAK12/Aventa Learning. This may be done in an online lab or
during after-school hours. Upon successful completion of the
required modules, a grade of pass/fail will be earned and the
student may obtain the unit credit. The original failed course
grade will remain on the transcript.
Current credit recovery courses available:
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English II
English III
English IV
Algebra I
Geometry
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Biology
Physical Science
Earth Science
U.S. History
World History
Spanish I
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NCVPS
NOTE: This is a listing of courses offered through NCVPS. Please
check the NCVPS website catalogue for the most current listing of
courses available, www.ncvps.org.
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AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Computer Science
 AP English Language & Composition
 AP English Literature & Composition
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AP Environmental Science
AP German V
AP Government and Politics US
AP Human Geography
AP Mandarin V
AP Music Theory
AP Psychology
AP Statistics
AP US History
AP World History
Art I Drawing & Design
Digital Photography
Digital Photography II
Music Appreciation
Video Editing
Accounting I
Computer Programming I
Digital Communications
Personal Finance
Principals of Business and Finance
Small Business of Entrepreneurship
Success 101
English I
English II
English III
English IV
Journalism
Health Education
Algebra II Honors
Anatomy and Physiology Honors
Biology Honors
Calculus Honors
Chemistry Honors
Civics and Economics Honors
Earth / Environmental Science Honors
e-Commerce I Honors
e-Commerce II Honors
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English I Honors
English II Honors
English III Honors
English IV Honors
French III Honors
French IV Honors
Geometry Honors
German III Honors
German IV Honors
Latin III Honors
Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture III
Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture IV
Pre-Calculus Honors
Psychology Honors
Spanish III Honors
Spanish IV Honors
U.S. History Honors
World History Honors
Advanced Functions and Modeling
Algebra I
Algebra II
Geometry
Integrated Math I
Integrated Math II
Biology
Earth / Environmental Science
Physical Science
African American Studies
Leadership Development
Medieval Studies
Psychology
U.S. History
World History
SAT Prep
Arabic I
Arabic II
Russian I
Russian II
Japanese I
Japanese II
Latin I
Latin II
Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture I
Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture II
Spanish I
Spanish II
French I
French II
German I
German II
Testing
READY Assessments
End-of-Course Tests (EOC)
The state of North Carolina requires End-of-Course Tests in
the following courses: Algebra I; Biology; English II; and all
Career and Technical Education courses. The purpose of the
End-of-Course Test is to ensure that students throughout
the state have access to appropriate educational
opportunities. As students prepare to take their EOC or CTE
exam, they should be aware that they:
 are scheduled to take a test surveying their knowledge
and mastery of the concepts in the course based on
Common Core and Essential Standards;
 should attempt each question on the test; and
 understand that the purpose of the test is to provide
information to ensure that students throughout the
state have access to similar educational opportunities
and to provide information about their own level of
achievement in relation to other high school students.
End-of-Course Tests replace the final exam for these
courses. All final exams count 25% of the final grade. The
exam exemption policy does not apply.
Career and Technical Education Post
Assessments
The Career and Technical Education Program of Studies
mandates testing in all Career and Technical Education
classes. Students are required to take the post assessment test that
is administered as a final exam and counts for 25 percent of
the student’s final grade.
High School Exam Exemption Procedures
Exam exemption applies only for classes not administrating a
Common Exam, State EOC exam, or CTE post-assessment. Consult
the teacher of your course to determine if an exam is mandated.
To be exempt from any other course exam, a student must satisfy
the following grade/absence criteria:
Grade
A (100-93)
B (92-85)
C (84-77)
D or F (76 or lower)
Common Exam grades will count as 25% of a student’s final
grade just as the other final exams. The State Department
of Public Instruction is in the process of rolling these tests
out over a period of time. At publication date, the following
courses will have Common Exams for 2013-2014:
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Physical Science
Chemistry
Physics
English I, III, IV
Geometry
Algebra II
Advanced Functions & Modeling
Pre-Calculus
World History
U.S. History
American History I, II
Health & PE
Remaining subjects such as World Languages and Arts
are in the developmental stage
3
2
1
No exemption
1.
Two unexcused tardies will equal one absence. Each tardy
must be documented in NCWISE.
2.
For AP courses students take the College Board-produced AP
exam. Thus, they are exempt from taking the teacher-made
exam. Any student who fails to take the AP exam will be
required to take the teacher-made exam regardless of
absences or tardies.
3.
The student must not have been placed into In-School
Suspension, Saturday Detention or Out-of-School
Suspension for the semester in which the class is held.
4.
Classes missed for school-sponsored activities or
administrator approved college visits will not count against the
student’s attendance.
5.
All teachers will submit final exams (assessments) to
their principal prior to testing.
Common Exams
Common Exams or Measures of Student Learning (MSLs) are
mandated tests administered at the conclusion of selected
courses that are not part of the North Carolina State testing
program. Growth shown on the common exams is used as
part of the overall annual teacher evaluation process.
Growth in some courses, such as performing arts, will be
measured through analysis of student work. The goal is to
capture students’ knowledge and skills in an authentic way.
Absences
Any exemption to this policy for medical reasons will be at
the discretion of the principal.
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Testing Continued
PSAT and SAT
The PSAT, a preliminary test for the SAT, offers students
valuable testing experience and specific feedback on test
results. The PSAT test is available at no cost (one time only) to
students who have completed or are enrolled in Geometry.
Students are encouraged to take the PSAT in the ninth or tenth
grade, study their results carefully, and retake the test his/her
junior year prior to taking the SAT. In order to qualify for
National Merit Scholarship or National Achievement, a student
must take the PSAT test during his/her junior year.
The SAT is one of several college admission tests. It is
recommended to take the SAT your junior year and senior
year. The school counseling office can provide test dates for
both the PSAT and the SAT. Additional information is available
online at www.collegeboard.org.
Advanced Placement Tests (AP)
AP tests, which are administered in May, are required for
those students who are enrolled in AP courses and desire
college credit. Substantial college credit may be earned by
attaining the scores required by a given college. (Students
should consult their selected college or university for specific
information regarding required minimum scores for college
credit.) In addition, students may earn recognition from the
College Board for outstanding achievement on multiple tests
with an AP Scholar Award, AP Scholar with Honor Award, and
AP Scholar with Distinction Award. For more information,
students should consult with their counselor or AP teachers.
COMPASS Placement Test
Students planning to take advantage of the Career & College
Promise Program from CVCC need to take the COMPASS
Placement Test, which is an adaptive computer-based skills
test that consists of reading, writing, and mathematics.
Placement tests may be waived with appropriate SAT or ACT
scores. The COMPASS Placement Test is offered on the CVCC
campus by appointment and is offered in the spring on high
school campuses.
WorkKeys
PLAN and ACT
The PLAN serves as a midpoint measure of academic progress
in ACT’s College and Career Readiness System. The PLAN will
be administered to all tenth grade students in late fall each
year. This assessment helps a student measure his/her current
academic development, explore career/workforce options,
and make plans for the remaining years of high school and
post-secondary years.
The ACT is now required of all eleventh grade students in
North Carolina. It is administered in the spring. For additional
ACT information, contact your school counselor or go to
www.act.org.
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WorkKeys is a national assessment tool that measures
workplace readiness skills. This assessment is now required
for all seniors in North Carolina who complete a Career and
Technical Education concentration. Students may earn a
Career Readiness Certificate at either the bronze, silver, gold
or platinum level.
Miscellaneous Information
Grievance Procedure
Attendance
The Catawba County Board of Education provides a grievance
procedure (Policy 10.3500) and an appeal process (Policy
10.3501) as an avenue for students and parents to resolve
problems that may occasionally arise in the operation of the
schools. Copies of each policy are available in every school
office or at the central administrative office.
Good attendance is instrumental to academic success.
Students and parents are asked to make attendance a priority.
Students who miss more than eight days during any course in
the semester will not receive credit for the course.
If a Fee is Charged
The Catawba County Board of Education recognizes the need
for student fees or charges to fund selected school activities
that are not funded from other sources (e.g., field trips,
extra-curricular activities, etc.). It further recognizes that some
students may be unable to pay such fees or charges, and
provisions will be made for students to seek a waiver of said
fees or charges. Interested students should contact their
school counselor. All fees and charges must be approved in
advance by the board (excluding field trips, extra-curricular
activities, etc.). Students may be charged for lost and
damaged books, materials, supplies, and equipment.
Indigent students are not exempted from such charges.
Progress Reports and Report
Cards
Approximately every three weeks students receive either a
progress report or a report card. Dates of progress reports and
report cards are announced in the newsletter that is mailed to
each student’s home or posted on the school’s website.
The School Day
All high schools operate on a block schedule of four 90-minute
periods per day each semester. Students may earn four
credits each semester for a total of eight potential credits
per school year.
It is the policy of Catawba County Schools System not to
discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, marital status,
pregnancy, parenthood, age, or handicapping conditions in
its education activities or employment practices.
If a student is absent from a class for more than eight days in a
semester, the principal or his/her designee shall consider
whether the student will receive a passing grade for the
semester.
School-sponsored activities that take students from the
classroom and are accompanied by school personnel are
coded as field trips and do not constitute absences.
To see the entire Attendance Policy, contact the school or
access Policy 4.2000 of the School Board Policy from the
Catawba County Schools home page.
Schedule Changes
Schedules will be published during the summer prior to school
starting. Counselors will make adjustments as the school
deems necessary (e.g., to correct mistakes on the part of the
school or to take a student out of a course he/she passed in
summer school). Counselors do not work every day of the
summer and are not available for constant consultation.
Counselors will work to verify schedules and will contact
students if there is a question about a class selection. Neither
the school office nor the data manager will have the schedules
to distribute. Schedules will be available on the dates
specified in a letter that will be mailed out during the
summer.
Announcements will also be made on the local community
bulletin board. Please do not call or come to the school
concerning schedules prior to the announced dates, as this will
only slow down the process. As has been indicated in other
sections of this curriculum guide, registration for a course,
including an alternate, is a commitment to complete that
course. Schedule changes will not be made to courses that
appear on the student’s registration sheet as either primary
or alternate selections. This policy applies to both first and
second semester. If students do not turn in a registration
sheet, counselors will select classes. Those selections will
remain as if the student registered for them.
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Attendance Rule
Athletics
NCAA DIVISION I
An athlete must have attended COLLEGE
school at least 85
percent of
FRESHMAN
the previous semester to beELIGIBILITY
eligible to in athletics.
STANDARDS
Interscholastic athletics is an integral part of the
All students must register with the
NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse
total education process, providing opportunities for
students to excel outside the classroom.
Catawba County Schools adheres to the rules and
regulations of the North Carolina High School Athletic
Association (NCHSAA) supplemented by state and county
policies creating an environment that promotes
sportsmanship and strong educational priorities.
Incoming ninth graders automatically are eligible for first
semester athletics during their freshman year.
For NCAA eligibility, students entering any college or university must
follow the NCAA initial eligibility rules as described below.
Students entering any college or university will have their NCAA initial
eligibility evaluated under the 16 Core-Course Rule.
16 Core-Course Rule
Scholastic Requirements
A student must be enrolled in a minimum of three
courses during the current semester and be in good
academic standing to participate in athletics. The
student must pass a minimum of three units from the
preceding semester to be eligible at any time during the
current semester. Additionally, students also must meet
local promotion standards set by the local school system
to be eligible.
Attendance Rule
An athlete must have attended school at least 85 percent
of the previous semester to be eligible to participate in
athletics.
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4 years of English
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3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)
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2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high
school)
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1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science
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2 years of social science
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4 years of additional courses (from any area above or foreign language
or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy)
New Academic Requirements for the Class of 2015 or later:
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Minimum core course GPA has increased from 2.00 to 2.30
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7 of the 10 core courses must be from English, math and science
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Any retakes of the first 10 core courses must be completed prior to the senior year.
10 of the 16 core course requirements must be satisfied prior to the start of the senior
year
Grades earned in the 10 core courses “locked in” for the purpose of calculating the final
core course GPA
Medical Examination
To be eligible for practice and participation in interscholastic
athletic contests, a player must receive a medical examination
once every 365 days by a duly licensed physician, nurse
practitioner, or physician’s assistant. The required preparticipation medical examination form can be found on the
NCHSAA website, www.nchsaa.org.
NAIA Eligibility Center
www.PlayNAIA.org
As of fall 2011, students wanting to play NAIA sports are
required to register with the NAIA Eligibility Center. This
process is very similar to the NCAA one, with minimum
standards for eligibility.
Age of Player
No student may be approved for any athletic contest if his/her
19th birthday comes on or before August 31 of that year. A
student can only participate for eight consecutive semesters,
beginning with his/her ninth grade enrollment or participation
on a high school team, whichever occurs first.
Questions
For all questions concerning athletic eligibility, please contact
your school athletic director or visit www.nchsaa.org.
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Academic Course
Offerings
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Classes are organized in this book by department. Each course is
listed by title, school where offered, prerequisite, number of credits,
and grade level. The following abbreviations are used for students to
determine where each course is taught:
B Bandys High School
F Fred T. Foard High School
S St. Stephens High School
BH Bunker Hill High School
M Maiden High School
NOTE: Before students can register for a course with a prerequisite
DC (Departmental Consultation), they must meet with the
appropriate teacher to discuss the difficult course content.
English
It is strongly suggested that the course sequence be followed and any
exceptions would require approval of the principal.
All English courses are based on the College and Career Readiness
Standards (CCRRS) in English/Language Arts as described by the
Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
Student placement at the middle/high school involves departmental
evaluation of past achievement, current teacher recommendation,
and student goals. Whatever the future educational or career goals
may be, the student is encouraged to take the level of English in
which he/she will experience both challenge and success. A student
passing any level of English I-IV meets the English requirement for
graduation.
The Honors English program is designed for students identified as
academically/intellectually gifted (AIG) or who are capable of
advanced work. Students should enroll in an Honors English course
after departmental consultation only.
All Honors courses are weighted.
English I
Offered: All High Schools
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course is designed for technical school preparation and/or work
experience. Instruction emphasizes reading fiction and nonfiction
texts; writing: argumentative, informative/explanatory, and narrative
texts; speaking/listening skills; and language/grammar skills.
College Prep English I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course is designed for students achieving on or above grade level
and who have some mastery of basic communication skills. Content
focuses on more advanced instruction; reading fiction and nonfiction
texts; writing: argumentative, informative/explanatory, and narrative
texts; speaking/listening skills; and language/grammar skills. The
English I course provides a foundational study of literary genres
(novels, short stories, poetry, drama, literary nonfiction). It includes
influential U.S. documents and one Shakespearean play.
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Honors English I
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course is designed for the academically gifted student or one who
has demonstrated exceptional interest, talent, and achievement in the
areas of literature, language and composition. Content focuses on
more advanced instruction; reading fiction and nonfiction texts;
writing: argumentative, informative/explanatory, and narrative texts;
speaking/listening skills; and language/grammar skills. The English I
course provides a foundational study of literary genres (novels, short
stories, poetry, drama, literary nonfiction). It includes influential U.S.
documents and one Shakespearean play. Rigorous texts are chosen to
develop reading and interpretation skills.
English II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10
This course is designed for technical school preparation and/or work
experience. English II introduces literary global perspectives focusing
on literature from the Americas (Caribbean, Central, South, and
North), Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East.
Influential U.S. documents and a Shakespearean play are
included. The focus is on gaining competency in reading, developing
writing pieces for varied purposes (argumentative, informative,
explanatory, narrative pieces), public speaking, acquiring active
listening skills, and improving grammar skills. End-of-Course test is
required and is the final exam.
College Prep English II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10
This course is designed for students achieving on or above grade
level. English II introduces literary global perspectives focusing on
literature from the Americas (Caribbean, Central, South, and North),
Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East. Influential
U.S. documents and a Shakespearean play are included. The focus is
on independent reading (fictional and nonfiction texts), writing
(argumentative, informative, explanatory, and narrative pieces),
public speaking, developing active listening skills, and effectively using
language and grammar to create meaning. End-of-Course test is
Honors English II
Prerequisite: DC
Honors English III
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10
This course is designed for the academically gifted student or one
who has demonstrated exceptional interest, talent, and achievement
in English. This course provides opportunities for rigorous
experiences in the examination of literary global perspectives
focusing on literature from the Americas (Caribbean, Central, South,
and North), Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle
East. Influential U.S. documents and a Shakespearean play are
included. The course focus is on analysis of close reading (fiction and
nonfiction), focused writing (argumentative, informative, explanatory,
and narrative texts), speaking with attention to audience and
purpose, applying active listening skills, and demonstrating superior
language and grammar skills. Rigorous texts are chosen to develop
reading and interpretation skills. End-of-Course test is required and is
the final exam.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11
English III
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
This course emphasizes further development of skills in reading,
technical writing, editing, speaking, and listening while completing the
global perspective initiated in English II. Though its focus is on European
(Western, Southern, Northern) literature, this course includes
important U.S. documents and literature (texts influenced by European
philosophy or action). At least one Shakespearean play is
included. Opportunities are provided for practical application of
communication skills related to career choices.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11
English III is an in-depth study of U.S. literature and U.S. literary
nonfiction, especially foundational works and documents from the
17th century through the early 20th century. A minimum of one play
by an American dramatist is required as well as at least one
Shakespearean play. The course focus is on reading fiction and
nonfiction texts, gaining competency in writing (argumentative,
informative, explanatory, and narrative texts), improving public
speaking and active listening skills, and grammar practice.
College Prep English III
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11
This course is designed for the college-bound English student. CP
English III is a study of U.S. literature and U.S. literary nonfiction
especially foundational works and documents from the 17th century
through the early 20th century. A minimum of one play by an
American dramatist is required as well as at least one Shakespearean
play. The course focus is on independent reading of fiction and
nonfiction texts, writing (argumentative, informative, explanatory,
and narrative texts), demonstrating public speaking skills, active
listening skills, and demonstrating correct grammar usage.
This course is designed for the academically gifted student or one who
has demonstrated a special talent and interest in the communications
arts. Honors English III is an in-depth study of U.S. literature and U.S.
literary nonfiction especially foundational works and documents from
the 17th century through the early 20th century. A minimum of one
play by an American dramatist is required as well as at least one
Shakespearean play. The focus is on analytical reading of fiction and
nonfiction texts, extensive writing (argumentative, informative,
explanatory, and narrative texts), effective oral communication skills,
and demonstrated effective usage of language and grammar.
Rigorous texts are chosen to develop reading and interpretation skills.
English IV
College Prep English IV
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
This course is designed for the college-bound English student. This
course completes the global perspective initiated in English II. Though
its focus is on European (Western, Southern, Northern) literature, this
course includes important U.S. documents and literature (texts
influenced by European philosophy or action). At least one
Shakespearean play is included. Independent reading and writing
products are assigned.
Honors English IV
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
For the academically gifted student or one who has demonstrated
exceptional interest, talent, or achievement in English, this course
completes the global perspective initiated in English II. Though its focus
is on European (Western, Southern, Northern) literature, this course
includes important U.S. documents and literature. At least one
Shakespearean play is included. Independent, critical reading coupled
with a variety of expository writing experiences including research,
challenge the AP-bound student. Rigorous texts are chosen to develop
reading and interpretation skills. This course is required
for AP English Literature and Composition.
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Language Enrichment
Offered: BH
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
Language Enrichment is a college preparatory course geared towards
helping students improve their knowledge of words and word
parts. An extensive study of Greek and Latin prefixes, roots, and
suffixes, this course will aid sophomores, juniors, and seniors in
preparing for the PSAT, ACT, PLAN, and SAT.
Advanced Placement (AP)
English Literature and Composition
Prerequisite: Honors English IV, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
For the highly advanced student, this course develops and sharpens
skills involving literary analysis, interpretation, and knowledge
of structure, style, and techniques. It emphasizes performance in
independent, critical reading, and effective expository writing. This
course is designed to prepare students for the AP exam in Literature
and Composition, which is given in the spring. Students are expected
to take the AP exam for this course.
Advanced Placement (AP) English Language and
Composition
Prerequisite: Honors English III, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
For the highly-motivated, academically gifted student, this course
primarily focuses on writing and critical reading. Students will
address a variety of topics through writing and sharing ideas. They
will learn how to gather information, develop a discourse, organize
details, and control language based on their audience. As readers,
they will learn how to recognize language patterns that authors have
created and respond to them. This class will prepare students to take
the AP Language and Composition examination given in the
spring. Students are expected to take the AP exam for this course.
Journalism (Yearbook)
Prerequisite: Application required
Credit: 1 Unit per semester
Grade Levels: 10-12
Emphasis is on business, advertising, and literary skills needed to
produce a yearbook. Students develop skills and gradually assume
leadership responsibilities.
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Creative Writing
Offered: B
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course is an elective for students who want to improve their
writing abilities in prose and verse. Most genres such as short story,
drama, poetry, and nonfiction are included. Students are encouraged
to develop skills in the genre they prefer. The writing process will be
followed and students will be involved in self and peer evaluation.
Writings will be shared.
Public Speaking
Offered: BH
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This comprehensive course introduces the student to all aspects of speech
communication. The course strengthens skills needed for communication
in daily life including strategies used for public speaking, group discussion,
debate, parliamentary procedure and the performing arts.
Mathematics
Introductory Math
Offered: M
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course includes an introduction to signed numbers and solving linear
equations. Additionally, the student will learn to use properties and
relationships in geometry and standard units of measure to solve
problems.
Foundations of Algebra
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course provides an introduction to algebra and involves a review of
basic mathematical skills. Foundations of Algebra and Algebra I (Y) are
basically one semester of algebra taught over a two-semester period for
the student who needs to move more slowly through the course content.
Concepts to be studied in this course include relations, functions, linear
and functions, equations, inequalities, systems of linear equations and
inequalities, exponents and introduction to exponential functions.
Students receive one unit of credit in math for completion of
Foundations of Algebra but must complete Algebra I (Y) to receive credit
for Algebra I.
Algebra I (Y)
Prerequisite: Foundations of Algebra, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
Coupled with Foundations of Algebra, this course includes the same topics
as Algebra I. This course must be taken in addition to Foundations of
Algebra in order for a student to receive one unit of credit for Algebra I.
Concepts to be studied this semester include modeling with linear,
exponential and quadratic functions, in-depth study of quadratics,
distance formula, midpoint formula and related coordinate geometry
topics, and data analysis. End-of-Course test is required and is the
final exam.
Algebra I
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
Algebra I is for the student who has mastered basic mathematics skills
and/or pre-algebra and is prepared for a rigorous mathematics study.
Concepts to be studied include real numbers; equations; inequalities;
polynomials; relations; linear, exponential and quadratic functions; linear
systems; quadratic formulas; basic coordinate geometry; and the
collection and interpretation of data. Modeling of functions is taught
throughout the course. End-of-Course test is required and is the
final exam.
Foundations of Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I (Y), DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
Foundations of Geometry and Geometry (Y) provide geometry
content spread over a full year, half each semester. Concepts to be
studied include methods of proof, lines, planes, angles, parallel and
perpendicular conditions, similarity, congruence, right triangle
trigonometry, and quadrilaterals. Students receive one unit of credit
in math for completion of Foundations of Geometry but must
complete Geometry (Y) to receive credit for Geometry.
Geometry (Y)
Prerequisite: Foundations of Geometry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
Coupled with Foundations of Geometry, this is the second semester
needed to complete the Geometry requirement for graduation.
Concepts to be studied this semester include geometry in the
coordinate plane, transformations, circles, introduction to conic
sections, surface area and volume, counting methods and probability.
Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Algebra I (Y), DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course provides a study of logic and proof with emphasis on
solving problems including geometric figures. Major topics include
building a logic system, methods of proof, lines, planes, triangles,
quadrilaterals, parallel and perpendicular conditions, right triangle
trigonometry, circles, introduction to conic sections, surface area and
volume, counting methods and probability.
Honors Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra I, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-10
This course includes the same topics as Geometry but is a more
rigorous course. Instruction assumes student mastery of basic
algebra skills; thus, little time is used for review. This course provides
a study of logic and proof with emphasis on solving problems
including geometric figures. Concepts to be studied in-depth include
building a logic system, methods of proof, lines, planes, triangles,
quadrilaterals, parallel and perpendicular conditions, right triangle
trigonometry, circles, introduction to conic sections, surface area
volume, counting methods and probability.
*Honors Weight
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Foundations of Advanced Algebra
Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I (Y) or Geometry or
Geometry (Y) or (Sequencing of Geometry and Algebra
II may vary), DC
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is designed to provide Algebra II at a slower pace.
Combined with Algebra II (Y) content will be spread over a full year,
half each semester. Concepts to be studied include sequences, series,
exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and power functions. Students
receive one unit of credit in math for completion of Foundations of
Advanced Algebra but must complete Algebra II (Y) to receive credit
for Algebra II.
Algebra II (Y)
Prerequisite: Foundations of Advanced Algebra, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
Coupled with Foundations of Advanced Algebra, this is the second
semester needed to complete the Algebra II requirement for
graduation. Concepts to be studied this semester include the real
number system, polynomial equations, rational equations and
functions, radical equations and functions, trigonometric ratios,
graphs, identities, equations and circular functions and data analysis
using discrete and continuous data.
Algebra II
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course is designed for the student who has mastered the
concepts and skills in Algebra I. Concepts to be studied in this course
include sequences, series, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and
power functions and their grades, rational equations and functions,
radical equations and functions, trigonometric ratios, graphs,
identities, equations and circular functions and data analysis using
discrete and continuous data.
Honors Algebra II
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-11
This course is designed for the student who has mastered the
concepts and skills in Algebra I. Concepts to be studied in-depth in
this course include sequences, series, exponential, logarithmic,
polynomial, and power functions and their graphs, rational equations
and functions, radical equations and functions, trigonometric ratios,
graphs, identities, equations and circular functions and data analysis
using discrete and continuous data. Instruction assumes mastery of
basic Algebra I skills, thus little time is used for review.
*Honors Weight
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Discrete Mathematics
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
A fourth course, with Algebra II as a prerequisite, is necessary to fulfill
graduation requirements. This is a minimal algebra-based application
course geared for students interested in a non-math/science field.
This course introduces students to the mathematics of networks,
social choice, and decision-making. The course introduces the
students to the application of matrix arithmetic and probability.
Applications and modeling are central to this course of study.
Appropriate technology, manipulatives, calculators and application
software will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. This
course will meet the fourth math requirement for graduation and for
UNC/other college admission.
Advanced Functions and Modeling
Prerequisite: Algebra II, Geometry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course provides students an in-depth study of modeling and
applying functions, such as linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential,
logarithmic, and trigonometric. This course is designed for students
planning to attend a four year college but not pursue a math/science
field. This course will meet the fourth math requirement for
graduation and for UNC/other college admission.
Honors Discrete Math
Offered: B, BH, F, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course introduces students to the mathematics of networks,
social choice, and decision making. The course introduces and
extends the students' application of matrix arithmetic and probability.
Applications and modeling are central to this course of study.
Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to calculators and
application software, will be used regularly for instruction and
assessment. This is an honors level course that will explore these
concepts beyond a standard Discrete Math course.
*Honors Weight
Honors Probability/Statistics
Offered: B
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is an introduction to elementary statistics/probability
including such topics as random variables, normal distribution,
standard deviation, correlation, binomial, Poisson, normal, gamma,
exponential, and Chi-Square distributions. This course will prepare
students to succeed in college level or AP statistics.
*Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics
Prerequisite: Honors Discrete Math (F, M);
Honors Probability/Statistics (B); Pre-Calculus (M);
Honors Algebra II or Honors Discrete Math (S)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course offers an examination of statistics for students who wish
to complete studies equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, noncalculus-based college course. The purpose is to introduce students to
the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing
conclusions from data. This course is designed to prepare students
for the AP Statistics examination given in the spring.
Students are expected to take the AP exam for this course.
Pre-Calculus
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course provides students an honors-level study of trigonometry,
advanced functions, analytic geometry, and data analysis in
preparation for calculus. Applications and modeling will be included
throughout the course of study. Appropriate technology, from
manipulatives to calculators, will be used regularly for instruction
and assessment. Students are expected to have a strong background
in Algebra II and Geometry.
*Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or Topics in Calculus, DC
Credit:1 Unit
Grade Levels:11-12
This course is designed for students who have completed PreCalculus and have the desire to explore calculus topics such as limits,
derivatives and antiderivatives and their applications. This course will
prepare students to take the AP Calculus AB examination given in the
spring. Students are expected to take the AP exam for this course.
Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus BC
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Advanced Placement Calculus AB, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is designed for students who have a thorough knowledge
of college preparatory mathematics, including algebra, axiomatic
Geometry, trigonometry, analytic Geometry, and Calculus AB. This
course will prepare students to take the AP Calculus BC examination
given in the spring. Students are expected the take the AP exam for
this course.
NOTE: Students will use a graphics calculator for in-class and home
assignments. While all high schools furnish these calculators, many
students prefer to purchase their own. Parents should check with the
mathematics department at their child’s high school for specific
recommendations.
Topics in Calculus
Offered: B, BH, M
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course is designed for students who have completed PreCalculus and have the desire to explore calculus topics such as
limits, derivatives, related rote applications, and optimization
applications. This course will prepare students to succeed in
college level calculus or AP Calculus.
*Honors Weight
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Science
Three science courses are required for graduation. Students must take
Earth/Environmental Science, Biology and one course from the physical
sciences: Physical Science, College Prep Physical Science, Chemistry I,
Honors Chemistry I, Physics, or Honors Physics.
Please note prerequisites must be successfully completed prior to
enrollment in the next course.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course provides an opportunity to study the fundamental
principles of earth science while stressing the application of science
to everyday problems and Earth’s systems. One major objective is to
introduce students to the world of science as it relates to the wellbeing of each individual. Minerals, tectonics, geophysical processes,
meteorology, climatology, oceanography, astronomy, and space
exploration are topics covered. Earth/Environmental Science credit.
College-Prep Earth/Environmental Science
Offered: S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course is typically designed for the college bound student and
provides an opportunity to study the fundamental principles of earth
science while stressing the application of science to everyday
problems and the Earth’s systems. Minerals, tectonics, geophysical
processes, meteorology, climatology, oceanography, astronomy, and
space exploration are topics covered.
Earth/Environmental Science credit.
Honors Earth/Environmental Science
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
This course is typically designed for the inquisitive science student
and provides an opportunity to study the fundamental principles of
earth science while stressing the application of science to everyday
problems and the Earth’s systems. Topics of geology, meteorology,
astronomy, oceanography, and environmental stewardship are
included. The honor student will engage in detailed projects,
research, and experiential learning. Students are expected to have
mastered eighth grade competency goals and have demonstrated a
commitment toward learning. Earth/Environmental is intended to be
a laboratory and field-based course. Students must possess excellent
reading comprehension and research skills to be successful in this
class. Earth/Environmental Science credit. *Honors Weight
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Advanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science
Offered: BH, F, M, S
Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
The goal of this course is to provide students with scientific principles,
concepts, and methodologies required to understand the
interrelationships of the natural world. Additionally, students will be
able to identify and analyze environmental problems, both natural
and human made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these
problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or
preventing them. AP Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary
course combining chemistry, biology, ecology, geology, and
toxicology. This course will be taught using a combination of class
discussion, lab and field studies. This class will prepare students to
take the AP Environmental Science examination given in the spring.
Earth/Environmental Science credit.
Physical Science
Prerequisite: Earth Science, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-10
This course will provide a foundation for science studies, including
chemistry, physics, and biology. This course fulfills the state
requirement of one unit of physical science and is recommended for
those who plan to take Chemistry and/or Physics. This course
emphasizes practical application rather than theory. Topics include
introductory chemistry, electricity, magnetism, waves, motion and
machines. Department consultation required for freshmen.
College-Prep Physical Science
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Earth/Environmental Science, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-10
This course is designed to familiarize science-oriented students with
various physical laws and phenomena of matter and energy, which are
the basis for all science. Basic physical and chemical principles
are stressed using a laboratory approach. Providing foundation for
science studies, including chemistry, physics, and biology, this course
fulfills the state requirement of one unit of physical science and is
recommended for those who plan to take chemistry.
Departmental consultation required for freshmen.
Biology
Prerequisite: Earth Science, DC for sophomores
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-11
This course fulfills the state requirement for a life science course. It
is designed to develop an appreciation and knowledge of biological
principles for all high school students. This comprehensive study
includes cell structure, taxonomy, plant and animal morphology and
physiology, and ecology. Biology credit. End-of-Course test is
College-Prep Biology
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Earth/Environmental Science, and
a Physical Science
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11
Scientific methodology, plant/animal structures, behavior, and life
principles are taught emphasizing all levels of biological organization.
Designed for the serious science student, this course fulfills the state
requirement of one unit of life science. Biology credit. End-ofCourse test is required and is the final exam.
Honors Biology
Prerequisite: Honors Earth Science, DC for sophomores
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-11
This course includes the same topics as Biology; however, the
information will be covered in greater detail. Honors students will
do independent research, projects, and more intensive laboratory
activities. Academically gifted students and those with exceptional
science skills will benefit from this course. Biology credit. End-ofCourse test is required and is the final exam. *Honors Weight
Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology
Offered: B, M
Prerequisite: Biology or Honors Biology, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
The human anatomy class examines each of the major body systems.
The class will consist of lecture, discussions, labs (including
dissections), and student presentations. Students should gain an
appreciation of the diversity with which different organisms approach
anatomical and physiological functions and constraints.
*Honors Weight
Advanced Biology Studies
Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This advanced level course will deal with organic compound and
chemistry, cell structure and function, and bioenergetics. This course is
designed to complement the AP Biology course. Completion of both
AP Biology and Biology Studies is recommended for those planning to
take the College Board AP exam in Biology and for those who intend to
pursue a career in biological science. This course is a prerequisite for
AP Biology. Science Elective Credit.
*Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) Biology
Prerequisite: Advanced Biology Studies, Chemistry, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
Designed for serious science students, this course is an in-depth study
of structure and mechanics, genetics, ecology, and organismal
biology. Students are expected to make a commitment to the extra
time and effort necessary to be successful in this class. Geared
toward the College Board AP examination, this course requires research
and lab participation. This course is designed to prepare students who
plan to attend college and/or pursue a career in Biology. This class will
prepare students to take the AP Biology examination given in the spring.
Science elective credit.
Honors Biotechnology
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Honors Biology
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is a combination of microbiology, bacteriology,
and genetics. Students will learn and apply biotechnology methods
and examine the implications of biotechnology. This course is
designed to be a combination of class discussion and laboratory
experiences. Students will learn the meaning of a sterile environment
and be able to use sterile techniques when manipulating DNA, genes
and enzymes. Students will be required to complete an independent
research project. * Honors Weight
Chemistry I
Prerequisite: Algebra II (not concurrent), Physical
Science, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course focuses on matter, the change it undergoes, and
energy. The laboratories include both qualitative and quantitative
experiments. Mathematical calculations of theories and laws are
emphasized. This course fulfills the state requirement of one unit of
physical science and is designed to be college preparatory.
Either Physical Science or science elective credit.
Honors Chemistry I
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Honors Algebra II, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 10-12
This course covers all of the topics in Chemistry I with additional
topics such as hybrid orbital theory, normality, Ksp, Ka, Kb, and
Hess’s Law. More advanced problems will be offered in addition to
more intensive laboratory activities and independent projects.
Academically Gifted students and those with exceptional science
skills will benefit from this course. Either Physical
Science or science elective credit. * Honors Weight
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Chemistry II
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Advanced Math, or
Pre-Calculus, or Advanced Functions and Modeling,
DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This rigorous course reviews concepts taught in Chemistry I and
covers others such as acids/bases, thermodynamics, and oxidationreduction reaction. There is a strong emphasis on mathematical
calculations in chemistry. This course is comparable to Chemistry I
in college and is a prerequisite for AP Chemistry.
* Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Chemistry II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
Designed for the serious science students, this course is an in-depth
study of matter, reactions, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics, and
thermodynamics. Students are expected to make the commitment to
the extra time and effort necessary to be successful in class.
Laboratory work will be equivalent to a freshman college level course.
This class will prepare students to take the AP Chemistry examination
given in the spring. Students are expected to take the AP exam for
this course. Science elective credit.
Honors Physics
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is a study of the basic concepts in physics included in
energy and mechanics. The course emphasizes the mathematical
aspects of physics. More advanced problems will be offered in
addition to more intensive laboratory activities and independent
projects. Academically Gifted students and those with exceptional
science skills will benefit from this course. Students must possess
excellent reading comprehension skills to be successful in this class.
Either Physical Science or science elective credit. * Honors Weight
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Zoology
Offered: F
Prerequisite: Biology, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is designed to provide critical thinking, process skills, and
laboratory experiences for the serious science student interested in
an in-depth study of zoology. Content focuses on animal cells and
cellular function, animal reproduction, genetics, taxonomy, diversity,
anatomy and physiology, behavior and continuity of life,
biotechnology, and genetic engineering. This course requires
research, laboratory participation, and field- work experiences
outside the school. Science elective credit.
Botany
Offered: F
Prerequisite: Biology, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
This course is a survey of the Plant Kingdom. Students will study a
wide variety of plants. Laboratory work will focus on the cellular
structure and function of specialized plant tissues. Each student will
be required to make a collection of grid plant specimens. The course
will also deal briefly with the close relatives and ancestors of plants
and look at plant evolution and adaptations. The commercial,
medical, and cultural uses of plants will be emphasized.
North Carolina Wildlife
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Biology and one additional science, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 11-12
The course deals with the wildlife species, habitats, and
environmental factors specific to North Carolina. Through lecture,
laboratory, and a variety of activities, students will gain an
understanding of environmental chemistry, aquatic resources, various
North Carolina habitats, the native species, their requirements, roles
in the ecosystem, management, endangered species, and the role of
humans. Science elective credit.
Social Studies
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course focuses on the development of economic and political
knowledge and skills needed by all students to become responsible
citizens in an interdependent world.
World History
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is a historical examination of the foundation of modern
civilizations with emphasis on causes and effects of world historic
events. A study of the development of cultures and identification of
major events is also included.
College Prep World History
Offered: S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course covers the same content as World History but is designed
to be taught on a higher academic level and is aimed at the collegebound student who desires to gain a broader knowledge and deeper
understanding of the concepts of World History.
Honors World History
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is designed for the student who is college bound and
desires to have a more in-depth study of world history. It includes
more simulations and geography study than the standard level
course. It will require the reading of primary source documents and/
or historical works, in addition to completing a research-based
project. * Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) World History
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Honors World History, DC
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Level: 10-12
AP World History will allow students to develop a greater
understanding of global processes and contacts within different
types of human societies. The course will institute a combination of
both factual and analytical skills. The class will highlight the cause and
effect of changes in the global framework. The students will also
examine major societies throughout changes and new developments.
Specific themes and periods will form the basis of the course. This
class will prepare students to take the AP World History examination
given in the spring. Students are expected to take the AP exam for
this course.
College Prep Civics and Economics
Offered: S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10 –12
This course is similar in content to Civics and Economics but is
designed to be taught on a higher academic level for the student who
wishes to gain a broader knowledge of economics and government.
Honors Civics and Economics
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10
Honors Civics and Economics is designed for the student who is
college bound and desires additional knowledge in the American
political system. This course is designed to explore the foundations of
American political government through the use of primary source
materials and selected readings. The class will explore the founding
documents, analyze the philosophical foundations for independence,
and review political change through time. Students will participate in
simulations, oral and written presentations, and will research current
political trends. Students will need to possess computer skills to
support research on selected topics. * Honors Weight
U.S. History
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course emphasizes the economic, social, and political
developments of the U.S. throughout its 220-year history. Special
emphasis is given to events in the twentieth century including big
business, organized labor, international problems, World Wars I and
II, the Great Depression and the New Deal, Korean and Vietnam
Conflicts, and contemporary America.
College Prep U.S. History
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Civics and Economics, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is similar in scope to U.S. History but is designed to be
taught on a higher academic level. College prep U.S. History allows
students to gain a broader knowledge and deeper understanding of
U.S. History in preparation for college entry.
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Honors U.S. History
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is designed to introduce the major political, economic,
and social forces which have shaped the United States. It will differ
from the traditional U.S. History course in the breadth and depth of
the material that will be covered through classroom discussion,
reading requirements, and written projects. Students will learn
skills in research, writing, and analysis in order to answer questions
about the past. * Honors Weight
Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. History
Prerequisite: Honors U.S. History or U.S. History (B, BH,
F, M); Honors U.S. History (S), DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12 (10-12;M)
This course is designed to be taught on a higher academic level for the
student who desires to gain a broadened knowledge of U.S. History.
Extensive reading is required. This rigorous college-level study of
colonization to the present is designed for highly motivated students
of American history. This class will prepare students to take the AP U.S.
History examination given in the spring. Extensive reading and writing
is required. Students are expected to take the AP exam for this
course.
American History I: The Founding Principles
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is the first of two U.S. History courses required for
graduation beginning with ninth graders entering in 2012 or later.
American History Course I will begin with the European exploration of
the new world through Reconstruction.
(This course is offered on a regular and honors level)
American History II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is the second of two U.S. History courses required for
graduation beginning ninth graders entering in 2012 or later.
American History Course II will begin with Reconstruction and go
through the early 21st Century.
(This course is offered on a regular and honors level)
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Advanced Placement (AP) European History
Offered: B, F, M
Prerequisite: Honors World History and/or DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course emphasizes the economic, social, and political
developments of Europe from the Renaissance to present day.
Designed to be taught on a higher academic level, this course is for
the student who desires to gain a broadened knowledge of European
history. This course will prepare students to take the AP European
History examination given in the spring. Extensive reading and writing
is required. Students are expected to take the AP exam for this
course.
Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. Government and Politics
Prerequisite: Honors Civics and Economics
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This rigorous college-level study will provide students with an
in-depth examination of American government and political
structure. Designed for highly motivated students, this course will
focus on the development of and changes in the American political
system during its 220-year history. This class will prepare students to
take the AP U.S. Government and Politics examination given in the
spring. Extensive reading and writing is required. Students are
expected to take the AP exam for this course.
Current Events
Offered: B, BH
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course will include a study of important world and national
events that occur on a daily basis. Students will use different
resources in an effort to learn about these events. An important part
of the class will be concerned with information related to the
government, the economy, and the justice system of the United
States.
Bible History
Offered: BH, F
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This is a historical survey course that covers the study of the
Kingdom of David and the writings of the prophets in the Old
Testament. The writings of Paul in the New Testament will be
analyzed from a historical prospective.
World Languages
French I, Spanish I
French Offered: B, F (Grades 9-12)
Spanish Offered: All High Schools (Grades 9-12)
Credit: 1 Unit
This course is an introduction to the study of the target language and its
culture and may be taken in middle or high school. Students perform the
most basic functions of the language and become familiar with some
elements of its culture. The emphasis is placed on the development of the
four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a given
context extending outside of the classroom setting when possible. The
content focuses on the students' lives and experiences, and includes an
exposure to everyday customs and lifestyles. Grammar is integrated
throughout the course and is selected according to the language
conventions (functions). A general introduction to the culture, its
products (e.g., literature, laws, foods, games), perspectives (e.g.,
attitudes, values, beliefs), and practices (patterns of social interaction) is
integrated throughout the course. Students acquire some insight into
how languages and cultures work by comparing the target language and
culture(s) to their own. Integration of other disciplines is ongoing
throughout the course.
French III, Spanish III
Prerequisite: French II/Spanish II, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
This course provides students with additional opportunities to expand
their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as they create with the
language and access various materials (short literary texts, authentic
materials, technical manuals and other media) on generally familiar
topics. Students satisfy limited communication and social interaction
demands, as well as initiate and maintain face-to-face communication.
They identify main idea(s) and some details in discussions, presentations,
and written texts within a cultural context; read and interpret authentic
materials; narrate and describe in a series of sentences, groups of related
sentences, and short cohesive passages in present, past, and future time;
and compose messages, announcements, personal notes, and
advertisements. Students continue to refine their knowledge and
understanding of the target language and culture(s) and their own by
examining the interrelationship of other cultures to their own, by
demonstrating behaviors appropriate in target cultures, and by applying
their knowledge and skills inside and outside of the classroom setting.
Integration of other disciplines is ongoing throughout the course.
*Honors Weight
French IV, Spanish IV
French II, Spanish II
Prerequisite: French I/Spanish I, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
This course provides students with opportunities to continue the
development of their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Students participate in short conversational situations by combining and
recombining learned elements of the language orally and in writing. They
are able to satisfy basic survival needs and interact on issues of everyday
life in the present time and past time, inside and outside of the classroom
setting. They compose related sentences which narrate, describe,
compare, and summarize familiar topics from the target culture. Focus is
placed on understanding main ideas in simple texts. Students develop a
better understanding of the similarities and differences between cultures
and languages and they examine the influence of the beliefs and values
on the target culture(s). Integration of other disciplines is ongoing
throughout the course.
Spanish Offered: B, BH, F, M (Grades 11-12)
Prerequisite: French III/Spanish III, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
A major focus of this course is to enable students to communicate in
writing and in extended conversations on a variety of familiar and some
unfamiliar topics. Students begin to narrate, discuss, and support fairly
complex ideas and concepts using concrete facts and topics with details in
a variety of times. They satisfy routine social demands and meet most
social requirements. The emphasis of this course can vary, as described
above. Many different types of text (short stories, poetry, excerpts from
various periods of literature, current events, technical manuals, and other
authentic materials) are included, depending on the emphasis and
providing for independent reading. Finer points of grammar are studied to
aid oral and written communication. There is more in-depth study of the
target culture(s) and their influence throughout the world. Students are
able to connect the target language to other disciplines and can compare
it to their own language. Finally, they are able to use the language inside
and outside of the classroom setting.
*Honors Weight
French V, Spanish V
Spanish Offered: B, BH, F, M (Grades 11-12)
Prerequisite: French IV/Spanish IV, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
This course emphasizes the use of language for active communication.
Students develop language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking)
that can be used in various activities and disciplines, and in formal and
informal settings, rather than focusing on any specific subject matter.
Emphasis is placed on comprehension of the spoken and written target
language in various contexts, coherent and resourceful communication,
and the organization and sharing of oral presentations and written
compositions.
*Honors Weight
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Health and
Physical Education
Students are expected to dress appropriately and participate
on a daily basis to be successful.
Health and Physical Education
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9
Students will have 45 days of health education and 45 days of
physical education. Areas of study in health education include units
on mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, chemical and
substance abuse, family life, consumer health, and chronic diseases.
Areas of emphasis in physical education are physical fitness,
fundamental skills, and interaction with peers through participation
in physical activity.
Physical Education I
Prerequisite: Health and Physical Education
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Individual and Team Sports This course deals with advanced
concepts in recreational and team sports. It promotes the “team”
concept, leadership, and officiating. This course promotes sports skills
through softball, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, golf, track and
field, and tennis.
Physical Education II
Offered: B, BH, F, M
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Personal Fitness This course emphasizes the importance of physical
fitness, diet and nutrition in daily living. Activities include aerobics,
walking, strength exercises, jogging, station exercises, and nutrition in
daily living. Lifetime diet, nutrition, and social fitness skills are
components of the classroom phase.
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Physical Education III
Offered: B
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Aerobics Fitness This course emphasizes the importance of physical
fitness through the use of cardiovascular machines, aerobics, and
other fitness based exercises. Students will be taught advanced skills
in these areas and create a personalized fitness plan utilizing the
principles of overload, progression, and specificity.
Advanced Physical Education III
Offered: B, F, S
Prerequisite: Weight Training (B); DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This rigorous course is designed to fit the needs of the student athlete
and those who strive to reach high levels of physical fitness. This
course will focus on building muscular strength, flexibility, and cardio
respiratory endurance. All participants are expected to participate
and track progress on a daily basis.
Weight Training/Conditioning
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course concentrates on wellness/conditioning as a lifetime goal
and individual responsibility. It emphasizes confidence building and
physical fitness through proper diet and nutrition, conditioning
through agility skills, strength improvement and weight training
techniques. Knowledge of human muscle groups and how to apply
it in advanced conditioning are also emphasized. Programs are
individualized for each student’s needs.
Arts Education
Beginning
Intermediate
Proficient
Advanced
Standards are for students with no or limited K-8 progression
in the arts education
discipline (dance, music, theatre arts, or
visual arts).
Standards are for students who have had a
complete K-8 progression or who have
achieved beginning
level standards in the
discipline at the high
school level.
Standards are for students who have
achieved intermediate
school level.
Standards are for students who have
achieved proficient
school level.
Arts education courses are aligned with the NC Arts Education Essential Standards and are organized by four
proficiency levels; Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient and Advanced. The Arts curriculum was restructured and
consequently approved by the North Carolina State Board of Education in March 2012. Arts students will be enrolled
in the appropriate level of instruction based on teacher assessment of student talent as evidenced by mastery of
leveled course objectives, portfolio review and/or an audition at the end of each semester or within the first ten
schools days of the new semester. By State Board policy, students placed in the proficient or advanced levels of any
arts course will receive weighted (Honors) credit. Advanced Placement (AP) arts courses retain their designations
and are taught according to AP guidelines. Students may repeat arts education courses for credit at any proficiency
level including proficient and advanced.
Visual Arts
Beginning Visual Design
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade: 9-12 (B, BH, F, M)
Grade: 9-11, DC for 12 (S)
Beginning Visual Design is a prerequisite class for all high school art
students. This class is designed to assess the needs of the individual
student based on his/her prior experiences with visual arts. Students
will develop communication skills using the visual arts language and
apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression.
Students will learn how to use a variety of tools and media safely;
understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of
visual design; recognize the interdisciplinary connections and life
applications of visual art; and focus on how to generate critical
responses to visual arts. Students will work with two-dimensional
techniques and materials and possibly build a portfolio of works that
demonstrate growth in visual arts.
Color Theory
Offered: B
Prerequisite: Beginning Visual Design
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course provides an introduction to the development of color
theory and solving color problems. This course is a continuation of
Beginning Visual Design where students will apply creative and critical
thinking skills to artistic expression. A variety of media will be used.
Intermediate Art
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is a continuation of Beginning Visual Design with
advanced study in drawing and painting. The student is encouraged
to strive for originality and creativity while developing pieces of art
for a potential portfolio and possible post-secondary consideration.
Visual Art
Offered: B, F, M, S
Prerequisite: Intermediate Art, Teacher
Recommendation
Available Levels: Proficient, Advanced
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12 (B,F,M), 12 (S)
This course is designed to allow the advanced art student an
individualized approach to learning. Experiences will be exploratory,
requiring the development of critical problem solving. Students will
explore various media, become fluent in visual language, and
continue to study how visual art communicates with its viewer.
Students will also examine the historical context of art.
*Honors Weight
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Beginning Drawing
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: Beginning Visual Design (S); Intermediate
Art (BH)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Beginning drawing is a course that allows students to explore
different drawing media and techniques using pen and ink, charcoal,
pencil, and colored pencil in a safe and appropriate manner. Students
will draw studies from life, still life, landscape, and the human form.
Students will use the language of the visual arts to communicate
effectively, apply their creative and critical thinking skills, and build a
body of work that demonstrates their artistic growth. Students will
understand the global, historical, societal and cultural contexts of the
visual arts and identify interdisciplinary connections through art
history and art criticism. Students are expected to build a portfolio
that chronicles their growth and understanding of the subject.
Drawing
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Beginning Visual Design, Beginning
Drawing
Available Levels: Intermediate, Proficient, Advanced
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course further develops the student’s drawing skills and personal
voice while using a variety of media and techniques to promote
personal expression and innovative solutions to artistic problems.
Students will explore the historical connections of art through style,
movement and artist. Students are expected to use art vocabulary to
critique art and to understand the global contexts of the visual arts.
Student’s growth and understanding of the visual arts will be
reflected in their portfolio of work. *Honors Weight (Proficient &
Advanced)
Advanced Studies in Visual Art
Offered: B, M, S
Prerequisite: Highest level in a specific media, Portfolio,
Teacher Recommendation required
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is designed for the student who wishes to pursue an indepth study in a specific medium. An emphasis will be placed on
independent study, allowing the student to develop a personal body
of work for portfolio review. This body of work and its content will be
determined by the student in cooperation with the teacher. Students
complete works that can be submitted for college admission and
national portfolio exhibition. All students are required to maintain a
digital portfolio of their work throughout the semester.
*Honors Weight
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Beginning Sculpture
Offered: F, M, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is designed to introduce students to working with a
variety of methods and materials when creating sculptures as fine art.
Students will meet high expectations of this class while learning to
communicate effectively with visual art language. Students will be
creating original works of art that demonstrate critical thinking and
artistic expression; creating work from a variety of materials;
understanding the global, historical, societal, and cultural connections
of sculpture. Students will also understand how sculpture relates to
other disciplines and how to think critically while assessing sculpture.
Upon mastery of all skills and expectations of this course, students
will be prepared to continue working in higher level classes. All
students will be required to maintain a digital portfolio of their works
for review.
Sculpture
Offered: F, M, S
Prerequisite: Beginning Sculpture
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is designed to continue student learning with threedimensional works of visual art. Students will be held to a higher
level of expectations and will work with open-ended sculptural
situations in an effort to increase their ability to solve artistic
problems and to become more expressive in their works of art.
Students will continue their learning of global, historical, societal, and
cultural works of sculpture. Students who successfully complete and
master all skills and techniques for this course will be allowed to
continue to the proficient level. All students will be required to
maintain a digital portfolio of their works for review.
*Honors Weight (Proficient & Advanced)
Beginning Pottery
Offered: BH, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course introduces students to hand-building with clay and threedimensions. Pottery students will research traditional pottery making
from pre-historic times through modern day to understand how these
concepts relate to world history. Students will also gain an
understanding of how pottery is interconnected to other disciplines
and will demonstrate this knowledge through analysis from various
potters. Students will also learn to communicate in the language of
clay as it relates to their work and the works of others. All students
will be required to maintain a digital portfolio of all works for review.
Pottery
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Beginning Pottery
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Upon completion and skill mastery at the beginning level, students may
continue their interest in pottery at the intermediate level. This course is
designed to further hand-building clay forms and to challenge the
students in discovering their visual voice. Students may also be
challenged to work on the potter’s wheel. Students at this level will
analyze their works to demonstrate they understand the roles of emotion,
imagination, and creativity while producing functional works of pottery.
Students will also study the role of production potters and their
contribution to various cultures. All students will be required to maintain
a digital portfolio of all works for review. *Honors Weight (Proficient &
Advanced)
Beginning Photography
Offered: F, M, S
Prerequisite: Beginning Visual Design (M, S)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
35mm SLR, Manual film camera – required (M, S)
Digital Camera (F)
Students will be introduced to the basics of photography as fine art.
Students will work with traditional black and white darkroom photography
(S) and digital photography and editing skills (F). Emphasis is placed on
composition and using the elements and principles of design. Students
will study the history of photography and how the camera works to
capture the image. Students will gain an understanding of how
photography has influenced the global community, history, society, and
various cultures. Students will also demonstrate their ability to solve
aesthetic problems as presented with photographic works of art. All
students will be required to maintain a digital portfolio of photos taken
during this class.
*See individual schools for additional camera requirements.
Photography
Offered: F, S
Prerequisite: Beginning Photography
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Students will continue their study of photography techniques and
procedures. Students will develop stronger composition skills as they
explore a variety of subjects that appeal to the photographer. Students
will also demonstrate their ability to work independently as they consider
innovative solutions to artistic problems. Works will come from their
experiences and observations as they create thematic bodies of work. All
students must maintain the appropriate and safe use of equipment, tools,
and processes used for fine art photography. Students will continue to
gain knowledge of how photography explores concepts of civics and
economics, systems, functions, structures, democracy, and
interdependence. All students will maintain a digital portfolio of their
highest quality works created in this class. *Cameras are required for this
course. *See individual schools for additional camera requirements.
Beginning Painting
Offered: S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Beginning painting is a course that allows students to explore
different drawing media and techniques using watercolor, acrylic
paint, and pastels in a safe and appropriate manner. Students will
paint studies from life, still life, landscape, and the human form.
Students will use the language of the visual arts to communicate
effectively while applying their creative and critical thinking skills and
building a body of work that demonstrates growth. Students will
understand the global, historical, societal and cultural contexts of
the visual arts and interdisciplinary connections through art history
and art criticism. Students are required to build a portfolio to
advance into each higher level.
Painting
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Beginning Painting
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course further develops the student’s painting skills and
personal voice while using a variety of media and techniques to
encourage personal expression and to provide innovative solutions
to artistic problems. Students will explore the historical connections
of art through style, movement and artist. Students are expected to
use art vocabulary to critique art and understand the global contexts
of the visual arts. Students will develop a portfolio of work.
Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Highest level in a specific medium,
Portfolio, Teacher Recommendation required
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is designed in alignment with Advanced Placement (AP)
standards. This is the highest level course for visual art. Students
will complete a body of work in one of three areas: 2-Dimensional
Design, 3-Dimensional Design, or Drawing. Portfolio submissions for
this class will be graded by AP and can result in a college credit and
placement. All students are required to complete AP submission for
this course.
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Music
Beginning Chorus (Offered in both Fall and Spring)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is designed to develop individual skills in vocal techniques,
basic music theory and harmony, and basic music history. Students
are expected to develop musical literacy to a level of competency
according to ability. Students will perform music at level III and IV and
participate in the NC Large Ensemble Music Performance
Adjudication in the spring. This course will provide the opportunity to
participate in the Solo/Small Ensemble Music Performance
Adjudication and the NC All State Chorus in the spring. School and
community performances will take place both semesters. This is a
performance-based class.
Concert Choir (Offered in both Fall and Spring)
Prerequisite: Beginning Chorus and/or Audition
Available Levels: Intermediate, Proficient
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is designed for the more serious choral student.
Participants develop advanced skills in vocal technique and basic
theory. The choral literature requires in-depth study and practice.
Students will study at an advanced level and participate in more
advanced activities and performances. This course requires teacher
approval and/or audition. It is a performance-based class.
Students at Foard, Maiden, and St. Stephens are strongly
encouraged to take this course both semesters. If taken at the
Proficient level, this course holds Honors Weight.
Ensemble (Offered in both Fall and Spring)
Offered: F, M, S
Prerequisite: Audition, Concert Choir Fall/Spring
Available Levels: Proficient, Advanced
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is designed for the serious choral student. Participants
develop advanced skills in vocal technique and music theory. The
choral literature requires in-depth study and practice. Students will
study at an advanced level and participate in more advanced activities
and performances. It is a performance-based class. Students are
strongly encouraged to take this course both semesters.
*Honors Weight
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Preparatory Band (Fall)
Offered: F
Prerequisite: Audition
Available Levels: Beginning
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Level: 9-11
This course is designed to give students who did not have band at the
middle school an opportunity to begin musical instruction. It may also
serve students who have taken an extended break from music
performance or students who wish to learn a second instrument. The
goal of the course is to prepare students for admission in the
symphonic band. Band literature, method books, scales, technical
studies and performances will be used to achieve these goals. This is
a performance-based class.
Concert Band (Offered in both Fall and Spring)
Prerequisite: 8th Grade Middle School Band or
equivalent
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9 - 12
This course is designed for students to develop musical performance
skills and to continue the study of symphonic music. It emphasizes
the continuation and development of individual musical skills and the
development of ensemble skills. Band literature, method books,
scales, technical studies and performances will be used to achieve
these goals. This course is intended for those students that wish to
continue their study of music but not participate in the marching
band. This is a performance-based class.
Marching Band (Fall Only)
equivalent
Symphonic Band (Spring Only)
Prerequisite: 8th Grade Band, Marching/Concert Band, or
equivalent, Audition
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12 (BH, F, M, S); 10-12 (B)
This course is designed to continue developing individual musical and
ensemble skills. Band literature, technical studies and performances
will be used to achieve these goals. Performances include concerts,
halftime shows, stands music, parades and other events. Following
the marching season, this class becomes a symphonic group. This is a
performance-based class. *Honors Weight (Proficient & Advanced)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade: 10-12
This course is designed for students to develop musical performance
skills and to continue the study of symphonic music. It emphasizes
the continuation and development of individual musical and ensemble
skills. Band literature, method books, scales, technical studies and
performances will be used to achieve these goals. This is a
performance-based class. *Honors Weight (Proficient & Advanced)
Percussion Ensemble (Fall Only)
Offered: BH, M, S
equivalent
Handbells
Offered: B, BH, S
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation (B)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is an alternative instrumental group. Course objectives
include developing the ability to read and appreciate music as well as
understanding the concepts of melody, rhythm, dynamics, tone,
color, harmony, and form. Students will gain knowledge of different
types of percussion instruments while participating in the care and
maintenance of the instruments. Students will demonstrate
techniques unique to percussion ensembles.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is an alternative instrumental group with objectives to
develop the ability to read printed music; to develop the concepts of
melody, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, tone, color, harmony, and form;
and to develop an appreciation of music. Students will gain
knowledge of handbells, participate in the care and maintenance of
the instruments, and demonstrate techniques unique to handbells.
Honors Weight (Proficient & Advanced)
Color Guard (Fall Only)
Prerequisite: By audition only
Available Levels: Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient,
Advanced
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This class is designed to develop individual equipment and ensemble
performance skills related to color guard. Routines and drills written
for football halftime shows, parades, marching band contests and
small group work will be used to achieve these goals. Advanced
students will be required to expand their technical skills, achieve a
higher level of excellence and complete choreography assignments to
demonstrate understanding of artistic performance and leadership.
This is a performance-based class.
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Music Appreciation/History
Offered: M, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Music Appreciation/History is intended for non-performing music
students to study in a formal setting the music of the Western
Hemisphere. Topics will include modern notational techniques,
history from the Ars Antiqua period to present and basic
performance skills. Students will learn an appreciation for all forms
of music and learn to effectively evaluate and describe various
genres. Students will be expected to complete a capstone research
project as the final exam.
Music Theory
Offered: M, S
Available Levels: Beginning, Intermediate
*This course may only be taken once
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
At the end of this course, students will be expected to demonstrate
basic sight-reading skills and ear training as well as have a good
understanding of chords, harmonies, harmonic progression, modes,
and analysis of common compositions.
Special Interest Instrumental Combination
Offered: S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is designed to continue developing individual musical
skills and ensemble skills related to stage band, marching band and
concert band. Band literature, technical studies and performances
will be used to achieve these goals. The marching band section of
this class is oriented toward marching band skills and performance,
football halftime shows, stands work, parades and marching band
festivals. The concert band section of the class offers the basics of
performance in jazz, swing, blues and rock music in a “big band”
setting. A “big band” consists of saxophones (altos, tenors and
baritones), trombones, trumpets and rhythm section (piano/
keyboard, drum set, guitar and bass guitar). This is a performancebased class. *Honors Weight (Proficient & Advanced)
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Jazz Band (Spring Only)
Offered: B, BH, M
Prerequisite: Concert Band Fall and Spring, Marching
Band; or Concert Band and Symphonic Band; and/or
Audition
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course offers the basics of performance in jazz, swing, blues and
rock music in a “big band” setting. A “big band” consists of
saxophones, trombones, trumpets, and rhythm section.
Improvisation may be introduced. This group performs at concerts,
festivals, and community and school functions.
Winter Guard (Spring Only)
Offered: F, M, S
Prerequisite: Marching/Concert Band, Audition (M),
Color Guard
Available Levels: Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient,
Advanced
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This class is designed to develop individual equipment skills and
ensemble performance skills related to color guard. Routines and
drills written for winter guard and small group work will be used to
achieve these goals. Advanced students will be required to expand
their technical skills, achieve a higher level of excellence and complete
choreography assignments to demonstrate understanding of artistic
performance and leadership. This is a performance-based class.
Music Methods
Offered: B, M
Prerequisite: Marching/Concert Band, Symphonic Band,
or equivalent
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12; 11-12 (B)
This is a special interest class designed as an internship for students
wanting to learn more about the business of running a band program.
Students will be expected to complete administrative, creative design
and maintenance tasks. Students will assist the director as needed.
Theatre Arts
Beginning Theatre Arts
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
First year theatre students will explore basic acting techniques,
philosophy of directing, concepts of design, and elements of
production.
Theatre Arts
Prerequisite: Beginning Theatre Arts
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is a continuation of Beginning Theatre Arts with an
emphasis on the application of concepts previously learned in acting,
directing, designing, and producing.
Musical Theatre
Offered: S
Play Production
Offered: B, F, S
Prerequisite: Audition (F, S); Intermediate Theatre Arts
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course allows students to apply their skills in acting, directing,
and the technical aspects of lighting, sound, costume, set design, and
construction. This class will have the responsibility of a major
production. Students should be prepared to make a commitment of
time beyond in-class instruction.
Technical Theatre
Offered: B
Prerequisite: Intermediate Theatre Arts
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This elective offers in-depth study of theatre management, stagecraft,
scenic design, lighting, sound, and videography. Students should be
prepared to make a commitment of time beyond in-class instruction.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Students will examine how musical theatre has contributed to the
social fabric and culture of the United States from the 17th century
through the 21st century. The course will identify and discuss the
contributions of the major artists who have made a significant impact
on the development of American musical theatre. In addition, this
course will provide each student the opportunity to develop vocal
techniques, audition and performance skills. The course will
culminate with a musical revue.
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Junior ROTC
Naval Science 1 (NS 1)
Offered: S
Prerequisites: None- Freshman Academy is encouraged.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-11
(Successful NS 1s will normally take NS 2 and NS 3 in successive
semesters.)
NAVAL SCIENCE 1 is an introductory course designed to provide cadets
with the basic concepts of citizenship, followership and leadership.
Additionally, cadets will participate in Navy activities, basic drill routines,
physical fitness, uniform inspection and military grooming standards.
Cadets must be able to perform moderate physical fitness activities.
Community Service is a course requirement. Participation in “Freshman
Academy” prior to the beginning of the ninth grade year opens
opportunities for Sail, Leadership, Air Rifle Competition/ Training and
Cross Country Camps. See the school web page for additional
information.
Offered: S
Prerequisites: NS 1 , 10 hours of Community Service
as NS 1.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
(Successful NS 2s will normally take NS 3 in successive semesters.)
NAVAL SCIENCE 2 is comprised of three parts: Maritime History,
Nautical Sciences and Leadership Training. Cadets are introduced to
current and past naval history, maritime geography, oceanography,
meteorology, astrology and physical science. Leadership training
includes lab opportunities. Cadets must be able to perform moderate
physical fitness activities. Community Service is a course
requirement. Cadets with exemplary performance may have an
opportunity to attend the Advanced Leadership Academy summer
program.
Offered: S
Prerequisites: NS 2, 25 hours of Community Service
completed.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
(Successful NS 3s will normally complete NS 4 in successive semester.)
NAVAL SCIENCE 3 focuses on Naval Knowledge and Naval Skills. This
course introduces cadets to the inner workings of the Department of
the Defense, the Navy, the role of the U. S. military and overall
military strategy. Topics covered in the modules include ships, ship
construction, organization, manning, armament, navigation,
seamanship and ship handling. Cadets must be able to perform
moderate physical fitness activities. Community Service is a course
requirement. SAT/ACT College Exam Prep is taught through an online
course. Cadets with exemplary performance may have an opportunity
to attend the Advanced Leadership Academy summer
program and obtain Unit Leadership Positions.
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Offered: S
Prerequisites: NS 3, 30 hours of Community Service
completed and approval from the Senior Naval Science
Instructor.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
NAVAL SCIENCE 4 is a leadership theory and practicum class in which
the cadet studies different leadership styles and ethical situations.
Supervision, delegation, administration, and the logistics of operating
the NJROTC program through hands on learning are the primary
instructional foci. SAT/ACT College Exam Prep is taught through an
online course. Cadets must be able to perform moderate physical
fitness activity.
Naval Science Advanced Drill
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Students must be enrolled in Naval
Science 2, 3 or 4 during second semester
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Offered 1st semester only
This course is devoted to developing marching and leadership skills
necessary to perform basic and exhibition drill performances at JROTC
drill meets held throughout the region, largely on weekends.
Weekend drills are mandatory for course credit. Cadets also perform
color guard duties at school events and at other ceremonies and
parades in the community. The elements of academics include
military knowledge. Students must be enrolled in a JROTC course
during the year.
Army Junior ROTC I
Offered: B, F
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is an introduction to the military and the history,
purpose and structure of Army JROTC. It includes instruction on
leadership, first aid, oral and written communications, map reading,
American military history, physical fitness and the development of
basic military skills, such as drill, ceremonies, and wearing of the
uniform. The tenets of citizenship will be introduced and discussed
as well as the Catawba County ‘Seven Pillars of Character’. Cadets
should be capable of moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC II
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is sequential; it reflects and builds upon previous
instruction. It reinforces instruction received in leadership, oral and
written communication, physical fitness, map reading, first aid, and
leadership lab. New areas include the role of the United States Army,
career opportunities, and technology awareness. Cadet corps
activities include holding positions of greater responsibilities in
the planning of corps activities. Cadets will complete school and
community service projects such as tutoring at feeder schools.
Cadets should be capable of moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC III
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is sequential with emphasis placed on the application of
leadership development. Cadets assume major roles of leadership in
the corps of cadets and apply skills learned in previous years with
additional emphasis placed on the development of citizenship,
leadership, and the incorporation of optional subjects. Optional
subjects include Current Events, Communications/Methods of
Instruction, Human Relations, and Orienteering. Cadets will
complete school and community service projects. Cadets should be
capable of moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC IV
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC III
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
The primary emphasis for this course is placed on the practical application
of the cadet’s leadership duties and responsibilities within the cadet’s
battalion. The year is structured to allow cadets to perform their assigned
command and staff duties, act as class instructors for selected subjects, as
well as receive instruction through a self-paced study guide, suggested
readings, seminars, vignettes, case studies and special assignments.
Cadets will complete school and community service projects. Cadets
should be capable of moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC V
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC IV
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is a continuation of instruction that supports the pathway
towards the final LET 7 & 8 course in the senior year. Emphasis is on
the continued development and practical application of the student’s
leadership duties and responsibilities within the JROTC cadet
organization. Students will continue to serve and perform as assigned
commanders, staff officers, and as class instructors for selected
subjects plus receive instruction on selected readings, case studies and
vignettes. Independent research and study are required to include the
presentation of oral and written assignments. Cadets will complete
school and community service projects along with special assignments
as directed by Senior Army Instructor and Army Instructor. Cadets will
lead physical fitness training at selected times and must be capable of
moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC VI
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC V
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
This course is sequential to JROTC V and continues to place emphasis
on the development and practical application of the student’s
leadership duties and responsibilities within the JROTC organization.
The leadership/management theory is highlighted and students will
continue to serve as assigned commanders, staff officers, and as class
instructors for selected subjects plus receive instruction on selected
readings, case studies, and vignettes. Independent research is
required to include the presentation of oral and written assignments.
Cadets will complete school and community service projects along with
special assignments as directed by Senior Army Instructor and Army
Instructor. Cadets will lead physical fitness training at selected times
and must be capable of moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC VII/VIII
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: JROTC VI and VII respectively
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
These courses constitute the culmination of the JROTC program at the LET
8 level during the student’s senior year. Continued focus is on the
practical application of the student’s leadership abilities, duties, and
responsibilities within the JROTC cadet organization. Students will work
with the decision making process, planning templates, serve as instructors
for selected subjects, serve as evaluators for selected areas, conduct
research on case studies, and coordinate all cadet training activities.
Individual research, study, and application will be required for class
leadership projects. Cadets will complete school and community service
projects and also perform 25 hours of individual volunteer service. Cadets
will lead physical fitness training at selected times and must be capable of
sustained moderate physical activity.
Army Junior ROTC Advanced Leadership & Skills
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: Permission/Coordination with JROTC
Instructors
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is offered to cadets who are highly motivated, show
excellent leadership potential, and enjoy being challenged. Enrollment
provides the cadet with the opportunity to control, direct, and refine
their leadership skills in basic drill and ceremonies, precision drill, radar
techniques, orienteering, marksmanship, the wear of the various
uniforms, and army customs and courtesies. Cadets are expected to
conduct physical training exercises, organize drill, execute Color
Guards, perform standard staff functions, and provide command and
control for the JROTC battalion. This course will prepare students for
leadership positions in the school, the community and their life after
school. Good character, maturity, a professional attitude,
and the approval of the SAI or AI is required.
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NOTE: Air Force JROTC courses can be blended courses. A blended
course is defined as a course that combines lessons from two or more
authorized AFJROTC courses into one course. A blended Aerospace
Science course may contain lessons from Aviation History and Science
of Flight, all taught in the same term. The Leadership Education
portion may consist of portions from LE-100, LE-200, LE-300 and/or
LE-400. Each instructor will provide a syllabus for the students
explaining the course of study for the semester. Students wanting to
take more than one class per semester must have instructor approval.
Air Force Junior ROTC I/Aerospace Science I
Offered: BH, M
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Journey into Aviation History/ Character Education / Leadership
Training: This course is the entry-level course for the Air Force JROTC
program that will include a total of four courses with a potential fifth
and sixth course for selected cadets. Each course is divided into two
categories: academic and leadership. Academically this first course is
designed to put heavy emphasis on character education, team building
skills, and career development. Additionally, it will acquaint the
student with the historical development of flight and the role of the
military in history. Cadets will study the development of flight from
ancient legends to the space shuttle, the role of the military
throughout the history of the United States, and the makeup of the US
Air Force. The other half of the course will be devoted to leadership
training. Leadership training will include Air Force customs and
courtesies, cadet corps activities, communication skills and leadership
and management studies. Uniforms will be provided at no cost to the
students and will be worn one day each week. Physical conditioning is
an emphasis in all courses. Cadets should be capable of moderate
physical activity. Cadets will complete school and community service
projects.
Air Force Junior ROTC II/Aerospace Science II
Offered: BH, M
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Science of Flight / Leadership Training: This second-year course is
designed to acquaint the cadet with the aerospace environment, the
principles of flight, and human limitations of flight. The course begins
with a discussion of the atmosphere and weather and how the
environment affects flight. Discussions include the forces of lift, drag,
thrust, and weight. Discussed here also are the human circulatory
system, the effects of acceleration and deceleration, protective
equipment, and the space environment. Leadership hours stress
communication skills and cadet corps activities. Current event
speeches complement academic materials. Cadet corps activities
include holding positions of greater responsibilities in planning corps
activities. Cadets will complete school and community service
projects. Examples are: Adopt-a-Highway and tutoring elementary or
middle school students. Physical conditioning is an emphasis in all
courses. Cadets should be capable of moderate physical activity.
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Air Force Junior ROTC III/Aerospace Science III
Offered: BH, M
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Exploring Space: The High Frontier/Introduction to Astronomy and
Leadership Training: This third-year course is designed to study the
space environment from the earliest days of interest in astronomy
and early ideas of the heavens, through the Renaissance, and on into
modern astronomy. It provides an in-depth study of the earth, sun,
stars, moon, and solar system. It discusses issues critical to travel in
the upper atmosphere. It investigates the importance of entering
space and discusses manned and unmanned space flights. Manned
space flight focuses on the Space Shuttle, space stations and beyond.
Additionally, the course covers the human aspect of space flight,
focusing on the human experience in space and examines the latest
advances in space technology, including robotics in space, the Mars
Rover, and commercial uses of space. Cadets will complete school
and community service projects. During the leadership hours the
emphasis is on managing others, stress, and finances. Third year
cadets put these skills into practice by holding key leadership
positions in the cadet corps. Physical conditioning is an emphasis in all
courses. Cadets should be capable of moderate physical activity.
Air Force Junior ROTC IV/Aerospace Science IV
Offered: BH, M
Prerequisite: JROTC I, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Survival: Survive—Return: This course is a synthesis of the basic
survival information found in Air Force Regulations 64-4 Survival
Training. The survival instruction will provide training in skills,
knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfully perform
fundamental tasks needed for survival. Survival also presents “good to
know” information that would be useful in any situation. The
information is just as useful to an individual lost hunting or stranded in
a snowstorm. The course objectives for Leadership Education IV are to
know the two concepts, the leader and leadership; know the impact
the situation has on leadership; know the concept of ethics; and to
know the programs available to men and women in the Air Force.
Air Force Advanced Drill
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is devoted to developing marching skills necessary to
perform basic and exhibition drill performances at JROTC drill meets
held throughout the region on weekends. Cadets also perform color
guard duties at school events and at other ceremonies and parades in
the community. Students must be enrolled in a JROTC course during
second semester.
Air Force Junior ROTC V/Global and Cultural Studies
Offered: BH, M
Prerequisite: JROTC I, JROTC II, successful completion
of Cadet Officer Leadership School, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course is normally taught during the second semester of each
school year and alternates with any of the other aerospace science
courses. Global and Cultural Studies is a multidisciplinary course that
introduces students to various regions of the world from geographic,
historical, and cultural perspectives. The course provides increased
international awareness and insight into foreign affairs that permits a
more educated understanding of other cultures and enhanced
knowledge of America’s interests and role in the world. Geopolitical
issues such as terrorism, economics, politics, military issues, religion,
environmental concerns, human rights, disease, over population,
literacy, the migration of peoples and other cultural issues will be
examined. The regional areas included in this course are Europe, the
Middle East, South Asia, East Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Leadership hours stress communication skills and cadet corps
activities. Written reports and speeches complement academic
materials. Cadet corps activities include holding positions of greater
responsibilities in the planning of corps activities. Cadets will
complete school and community service projects. Examples are:
Adopt-a-Highway and tutoring elementary or middle school students.
Physical conditioning is an emphasis in all courses. Cadets should be
capable of moderate physical activity.
Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet Officer Leadership School
Offered: BH, M
Prerequisite: JROTC I, DC
Credit: ½ Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
The Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) Summer Leadership School is a
“mini” Officer Training School run by AFJROTC instructors. Cadets are
immersed in an environment to include drill and ceremonies, uniform
wear, physical fitness and leadership training and academics. Cadets
attending this camp learn about leadership inside and outside the
classroom. The cadet leaders for the next school year are chosen
from those who have attended Leadership School. These schools are
held during the summer at various locations in North and South
Carolina. See an AFJROTC instructor for more information.
Air Force JROTC VI/Advanced Leadership
Offered: BH, M
Prerequisite: JROTC I, JROTC II, JROTC III, successful
completion of Cadet Officer Leadership School, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Advanced Leadership (Corps Management): This course is offered
to cadets who are highly motivated, show excellent leadership
potential, and enjoy being challenged. Cadets serve as members of the
JROTC cadet senior staff and are assigned specific functional areas of
responsibility. Enrollment in AFJROTC Advanced Leadership class
provides the student with the opportunity to control, direct, and refine
leadership skills in drill and ceremonies, Air Force customs and
courtesies, as well as wear of the uniform. This course will prepare
cadets for leadership positions in school, the military, or later in life.
Good character, maturity, and a professional attitude are essential for
cadets enrolled in this course.
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Occupational Course
of Study
~For Exceptional Children as determined by IEP Team~
Occupational English I, II, III, IV
Offered: All High schools
Credit: 1 Unit
These courses are required for high school graduation for students in
the Exceptional Children’s Program who are enrolled in the Future
Ready Occupational Course of Study.
Occupational Math I (Intro to Math)
Occupational Math II (OCS Algebra I)
Occupational Math III (OCS Financial Management)
Credit: 1 Unit
These courses are designed for students in the Exceptional Children’s
Program whose post-secondary goal is employment. The coursework
emphasizes practical application of math skills to everyday life.
Instruction will include basic math skills; use of charts, graphs, and
other visual aids; financial-related topics; pre-algebra concepts; and
fundamentals of algebra.
Occupational Science I (OCS Applied Science)
Occupational Science II (OCS Biology)
Credit: 1 Unit
These courses are designed to assist students in the Exceptional Children’s
Program in becoming productive members of the community. Covered
within these courses will be topics related to personal health and wellbeing, use of common chemicals, environmental studies, consumer
information about energy and its conservation, understanding force
and motion, and understanding electricity and magnetism.
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Occupational Preparation I
Credit: 1 Unit
This course is for ninth grade students in the Exceptional Children’s
Program who are pursuing the Occupational Course of Study. The
students spend approximately five hours per week in the school
factory performing work contracted from local businesses or schoolbased projects. The emphasis is on teaching work habits, behaviors,
and skills that are transferable to competitive employment situations.
Employability skills taught during Employment English are practiced in
activities conducted during Occupational Preparation I.
Occupational Preparation II
Credit: 1 Unit
This course is for tenth grade students in the Exceptional Children’s
Program who are pursuing the Occupational Course of Study.
Students continue their work experience in the school factory but
also have the opportunity to begin on-campus jobs in a variety of
occupational areas. Students continue to put employability skills
into practice.
Occupational Preparation III
Credit: 1 Unit
This course is for eleventh grade students in the Exceptional
Children’s Program who are pursuing the Occupational Course of
Study. Students continue their work in the school factory moving
into supervisory and quality control positions. Students begin
off-campus training through job shadowing or community-based
training, rotating sites each grading period.
Occupational Preparation IV
Credit: 1 Unit
This course is for seniors in the Exceptional Children’s Program
who are completing the Occupational Course of Study. The course is
conducted as an employment seminar and students have the
opportunity to solve work-related problems, develop their job
placement portfolio, obtain advocacy training, and learn about
employment representatives.
Occupational Social Studies I (Government/US History)
Credit: 1 Unit
This course introduces students to the main events that have
occurred in the United States during the twentieth century. It is
designed to give students the fundamental knowledge of how the
United States has grown as a nation politically, socially, and
economically with a strong emphasis on what it means to be an
American citizen and the responsibilities of citizenship.
Occupational Social Studies II (Self-Advocacy/Problem
Solving)
Credit: 1 Unit
This course concentrates on the civil/constitutional rights of each
American citizen with a heavy emphasis on the rights of individuals
with disabilities. Self-advocacy skills for the workplace, community,
and school are taught. Students are provided the tools necessary to
take an active role in planning their future and the self-determination
to advocate for themselves.
ESL
National Origin Minority students, those students whose first language is not
English, are administered the state-approved English language proficiency test
to determine eligibility and placement in the appropriate courses listed below.
ESL-English As A Second Language
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
The English as a Second Language program offers instruction to
students who are identified limited English proficient. Standards for
assessment, evaluation, and program implementation offer ESL
students individualized language and subject instruction.
ESL-English As A Second Language (Developing)
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course is offered to Developing level English language learners.
Instruction will focus on the acquisition of academic language skills
necessary for students to experience success in content area courses
and demonstrate growth in proficiency in all five standards of the
English Language Development Essential Standards. Specific
objectives will target students’ acquisition of skills in the four
language domains of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
ESL-English As A Second Language (Expanding/Bridging)
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course is offered to Expanding and Bridging level English language
learners. Instruction will focus on the acquisition of academic language
skills necessary for students to experience success in content area
courses as they approach full proficiency in all five standards of the
English Language Development Essential Standards. Specific objectives
will target students’ acquisition of skills in the four language domains of
listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
ESL-English As A Second Language Lab
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course option provides curriculum assistance to English language
learners at various levels of English proficiency. Students have the
opportunity to receive assistance with assignments, projects, and test
preparation for content area classes. Language acquisition software is
also available to support students in the process of acquiring English
skills.
ESL-English As A Second Language (Entering/Emerging)
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Levels: 9-12
This course is offered to Entering and Emerging level English
language learners. Instruction will focus on acquiring foundational
English language skills necessary to progress to higher levels of proficiency in the five standards of the English Language Development
Essential Standards. This course is often taken along with the ESL Lab.
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Career and Technical Education
North Carolina High School to
Community College Articulation Agreement
What is Articulation?
What are the requirements?
Articulation refers to the process for facilitating the movement
of a student from one type of educational institution to
another while minimizing unnecessary repetition of instruction
and course content. The process links or interrelates the
courses or programs of two or more educational systems and
allows students to progress toward predetermined
educational and career goals and objectives.
To be awarded college credit for specific CTE high school courses covered in the articulation agreement, a student
must:
 Have a final grade of B or higher in the course, and
 A score of 93 or higher, on the CTE standardized post
assessment, and
 Enroll in a participating community college within
two years of high school graduation.
How do you benefit from articulation?
Articulation can allow you to receive community college credit
for CTE courses that you take while in high school. A state
articulation agreement between high schools and community
colleges is in effect. Course descriptions on pages 49-61
identify courses named in the state articulation agreement.
Additional Information
It is the student’s responsibility to request articulated credit
when enrolling at a community college.
The courses listed below may lead to articulation credit with community colleges in N.C.
Agriculture
6832 AG Mechanics II
6841 Horticulture I
6882 Horticulture II—Landscape Construction
6822 Animal Science II
Business & Marketing
6311 Accounting I
6312 Accounting II
6417 Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Publisher
6414 Multimedia & Webpage Design
6341 Networking Administrations I
6621 Marketing
8716 Entrepreneurship I
8726 Personal Finance
Family and Consumer Sciences
7045 Foods I AND 7046 Foods II Enterprise
7046 Foods II Enterprise AND ServSafe certification
7111 Early Childhood Education I AND
7112 Early Childhood Education II
Health Occupations
7211 Allied Health Science I or 7240 Health Science I
7242 Health Science II
7243 Nursing Fundamentals
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Trade and Industry
7511 Auto Service
7512 Auto Brakes I
7514 Automotive Electrical AND
7515 Automotive Electrical Advanced
7621 Cabinetmaking I AND
7622 Cabinetmaking II
7712 Masonry II
7713 Masonry III
7721 Carpentry I
7722 Carpentry II
7723 Carpentry III
7741 Electrical Trades I AND
7742 Electrical Trades II
7921 Drafting I
7921 Drafting I AND 7962 Drafting II-Architectural
7921 Drafting I AND 7972 Drafting II-Engineering
7973 Drafting III Engineering
7935 Digital Media
7991 Computer Engineering Technology I
7992 Computer Engineering Technology II
Agriculture
Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA leadership
activities are integral components of these courses and provide
opportunities for practical application of instruction.
Agriscience Applications
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-10
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
This course provides instruction that integrates biology, physical
science and technology with agriculture. Units of instruction include
natural resources, animal science, horticulture, agricultural
engineering, agricultural awareness, leadership and FFA. The
classroom, greenhouse and shop are utilized for “hands-on”
instruction in this course. Proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are
required for all students in this course.
Offered: BH, F
Prerequisite: Agriscience Applications recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Architecture
& Construction; Manufacturing; and Transportation, Dist.,
and Logistics
This course develops knowledge and technical skills (hands-on) in the
broad field of agricultural machinery, equipment, and structures. The
primary purpose of this course is to prepare students to handle the
day-to-day problems, accident prevention, and repair needs they will
encounter in their chosen agricultural career. Topics include
agricultural mechanics safety, agricultural engineering, career
opportunities, hand/power tool use and selection, electrical wiring,
basic metal work, basic agricultural skills relating to plumbing,
concrete, carpentry, basic welding, and leadership development.
Skills in physics, geometry, and algebra are reinforced in this course.
Proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are required for all students
in this course.
Agricultural Mechanics II
Offered: BH, F
Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Architecture
& Construction; Manufacturing; and Transportation, Dist.,
and Logistics
(*advanced course)
This course expands on the knowledge and skills learned in
Agricultural Mechanics l. The topics of instruction emphasized are
carpentry, construction and framing, metal fabrication technology,
safe tool and equipment use, human resource development, hot/cold
metal skills and technology, advanced welding and metal cutting
skills, plumbing skills, and career exploration/decision making. Skills in
physics, geometry, and algebra are reinforced in this course. Student
projects are encouraged. Proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are
required for all students in this course. *Students can earn
articulated credit.
Agricultural Mechanics II-Small Engines
Offered: BH, F
Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics I, DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course provides hands-on instruction and emphasizes small
engine systems including the compression, fuel, electrical, cooling
and lubrication systems. In addition, students learn how to select
engines for specific applications. Materials will be covered to prepare
students for the Master Service Technician Exam. Safety skills will be
emphasized as well as leadership development and work-based
learning. Students will trouble shoot and repair on selected engines
from the community. Proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are
required for all students in the courses.
Animal Science I
Offered: B
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
This introductory course to animal science focuses on the skills
needed to prepare for an animal science career major with a focus on
livestock production (although other areas will be highlighted as
well). Topics include: animal goods and services, breeds, nutrition,
livestock evaluation, issues within the industry and career
opportunities. Students will gain hands-on skills by working with
livestock animals through the school farm. Skills in biology, chemistry
and algebra are reinforced. Due to the hands-on aspect of the
course, proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are required for all
students in this course.
Animal Science II-Livestock
Offered: B
Prerequisite: Animal Science I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course continues to build upon the content learned in Animal
Science I. Topics include: anatomy and physiology, housing,
nutrition, genetics, breeding, diseases and management decisions
that livestock producers face. Students will have the opportunity to
gain knowledge of best management practices and potentially earn
industry certifications. Students will gain hands-on skills by working
with livestock animals through the school farm. Skills in biology,
chemistry and algebra are reinforced. Due to the hands-on aspect of
the course, proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are required for
all students in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
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Animal Science II-Small Animal
Offered: B
Horticulture II
Offered: BH, S
Prerequisite: Horticulture I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course expands on the companion animal industry that was
highlighted in Animal Science I. This course is extremely helpful for
students wishing to pursue a career in the small animal industry (i.e.
veterinary medicine). Content related to the breeding, grooming, and
the care and marketing of dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, fish and
other small animals will be covered. Opportunities for students to
gain hands-on experience will be included in the course and
reinforced through work-based learning and leadership
experiences. Due to the hands-on aspect of the course, proof of
insurance and closed toe shoes are required for all students in this
course.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course expands the knowledge and skills developed in
Horticulture I. Topics include greenhouse plant production and
management, watering systems, light effects, basic landscape design,
installation and maintenance, lawn and turf management and career
planning and leadership. The greenhouse, nursery and land lab are
utilized for hands-on instruction in this course. Skills in biology,
chemistry and algebra are reinforced in this course. Proof of
course. *Honors Weight (BH)
Equine Science I
Offered: B
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Hospitality
& Tourism
This course provides instruction on the basic principles of equine
physiology, breeding, nutrition and care in preparation for a career in
the equine industry. Students will learn the different breeds of
horses, anatomy and equitation. Opportunities for students to gain
hands-on experience will be included in the course and reinforced
through work-based learning and leadership experiences. Due to the
hands-on aspect of the course, proof of insurance and closed toe
shoes are required for all students in this course.
Horticulture I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Science,
Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This course provides instruction in the broad field of horticulture with
emphasis on the scientific and technical knowledge for the industry.
Topics in the course include plant growth and development, soils and
nutrients, plant identification, pest management, career
opportunities and leadership. The greenhouse, nursery and land lab
are utilized for hands-on instruction in this course. Skills in biology,
chemistry and algebra are reinforced in this course. Proof of
course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
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Horticulture II-Landscaping
Offered: B, BH, S
Prerequisite: Horticulture I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course provides hands-on instruction and emphasizes safety
skills needed by landscape technicians. North Carolina Landscape
Contractors Association Skill Standards for Certified Landscape
Technicians are utilized for creating landscape designs, identifying
landscape plants, planting and maintaining landscape plants and turf,
constructing grading and drainage, and installing irrigation systems
and pavers. Proof of insurance and closed toe shoes are required for
all students in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
.
Business
Business Law
Prerequisite: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Publisher
OR Microsoft Excel & Access recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Business Mgmt. & Administration; Finance; Marketing
Students learn the rights and responsibilities of citizens and will gain
practical knowledge and life skills by exploring laws governing business
and individuals. Focus areas include contracts, consumer protection,
criminal law, tort law, international law, family/domestic law,
employment law, and careers in the legal profession. Students will
understand sources, types, and issues of credit and
bankruptcy. Financial planning including purchasing vehicles, real
estate and other assets as well as selecting insurance based on
individual needs is presented.
Business Management
Offered: B, BH, F
Prerequisite: Principles of Business & Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Business Mgmt. & Administration
(*advanced course)
Students will study basic management concepts and leadership styles
as they explore business ownership, planning, operations and
marketing. Students will understand financial planning for both a local
and global marketplace. The emphasis on strong communication skills
provides students with knowledge needed to relate to employees in
the workplace. Students are taught to make ethical decisions based on
business and personnel issues. Students will work independently and
in teams to predict economic success. Problem solving is an integral
part of the course.
Digital Media
Prerequisite: Multimedia & Webpage Design
recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
This class explores the many techniques that can be applied in nonlinear editing programs, such as Final Cut. But the main focus is not just
on developing software skills—it’s on tapping into the magic behind
video editing and building a portfolio of editing work. Students will also
master the concepts of graphic design as well as digital media. Class
projects include editing a commercial, an interview, a narrative scene,
a music video, and a video diary.
*Honors weight
Entrepreneurship I
Offered: B, BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Marketing OR Personal Finance OR
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: All Clusters except Arts, Audio/Video Technology
and Communications (*advanced course in Business Management &
Administration and Marketing)
This course is designed to introduce students to the rewards and risks
of owning or operating a business enterprise. Emphasis is placed on
the mastery of skills needed to plan, organize, manage, and finance a
small business. Students will acquire skills in communication,
technical writing, math, research, and problem solving as each
student prepares his/her own business plan.
*Students may earn articulated credit.
Foundations of Information Technology
Offered: S
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Level: 9-10
Career Clusters: Information Technology
This course provides students with the essential competencies in
information technology. Emphasis is on the career concentrations of
network systems, information support and services, programming
and software development, and interactive media. Students will gain
experience with multimedia presentations, website design, and
virtual reality. Students will also study new and emerging
developments in information technology basics, applications, and
systems, while enhancing technical skills, academic foundations,
communication, leadership, teamwork, ethics, and legal
responsibilities.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Career Clusters: ALL
Students will integrate Microsoft Office 2010 Word, PowerPoint and
Publisher software into business documents. Students can become
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) in Word and PowerPoint. These
Microsoft certifications are recognized as “Industry Standards” and
enhance a student’s college application and résumé. Students can
participate in work-based learning and compete in FBLA
competitions. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Prerequisite: Algebra I or Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
& Publisher recommended
Credit: 1 unit
Grade Level: 10-12
In this course students will have the opportunity to master the most
recent versions of Microsoft Office Excel (spreadsheet) and Access
(database). After completing each application, students will have the
opportunity to obtain Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications.
These certifications are industry standards and look GREAT on
résumés/applications. Students receiving MOS certification should
contact prospective colleges about placing out of entry level
computer classes.
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Multimedia and Webpage Design
OR Microsoft Excel & Access
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Architecture & Construction; Arts, Audio/Video
Technology & Communications; Business Mgmt. & Administration;
Hospitality & Tourism; Information Technology; Manufacturing;
Marketing; Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
Students develop proficiency in designing and creating desktoppublished projects, graphic image design, computer animation,
multimedia presentations/projects, and Web sites, using industrystandard application software. Students apply principles of layout and
design in completing projects. Students create digital portfolios that
include a résumé and a variety of desktop-published, multimedia, and
Web-site projects produced in the course. Classroom instruction is
combined with job simulation to broaden the students’ educational
experiences. *Students can earn articulated credit.
*Honors Weight
Network Administration I
Offered: B
OR Microsoft Excel & Access, Algebra II recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
The course emphasizes networking fundamentals, explaining the
software and hardware that makes networking possible. The course
stresses understanding how and why networks work, rather than
focusing on memorization of terms or numbers. Emphasis is on PC/
network hardware and operating systems, architecture, protocols,
design and security, and career development. Communication,
mathematical, and critical thinking skills are strengthened throughout
the course. Upon completion of the course, you will be capable of
performing basic computer networking tasks, such as DSL
connectivity or configuring connections to an Internet Service
Provider. This course will give you the foundation you need to begin
training for CCNA Certification or employment in a computer
networking career.
Personal Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course prepares students to understand economic activities such
as: earning, spending, saving and borrowing. Students will learn how
to pay bills, manage debt, and purchase the products they want and
need. Students will recognize consumer rights and responsibilities as
well as how to protect their financial resources from fraud.
Procedures in a successful job search and how the career affects
lifestyle choices will be covered. English/language arts and
mathematics are reinforced.
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Principles of Business and Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course introduces students to business in the global economy,
functions of business organization and management, marketing
basics, finance concepts, and the significance of business, financial
and risk management. Communication skills, basic mathematical
concepts, research, and problem solving are reinforced in this course.
Career Development
Career Management
Offered: B, F, M, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course is designed to help students plan for a satisfying and
rewarding career. Students will be involved in self assessments,
personal and social development, employability skills enhancement,
goal setting, and career plan development. Strategies for this course
include teamwork, technology, problem-solving, decision making, and
self-management.
Family & Consumer Science
Apparel I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-11
Technology & Communications; Marketing Technologies, Public
Service Technologies
Do you want to be the next fashion designer? Learn the basics. This
course examines the areas of clothing construction, basic
construction techniques, smart shopping decisions, textiles, history of
fashion and design, and career opportunities. Emphasis is placed on
applying these construction and design skills to create apparel and
home fashion with a focus on up-cycling. Skills in art, communication,
math, science, and technology are reinforced in this course. Proof of
insurance is required for all students in this course.
Apparel II—Enterprise
Prerequisite: Apparel I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications;
(*advanced course)
Take the basics to the next level. Apparel II uses the knowledge
of fibers and fabrics combined with design and construction
techniques to create apparel and home fashion. A real or simulated
business apparel enterprise allows students to apply instructional
strategies and work place readiness skills to have an authentic
experience. Skills in science, math, management, communications, art
and teamwork are reinforced in this course. Proof of insurance is
required for all students in this course. *Honors Weight (B)
Introduction to Culinary Arts and Hospitality I
Offered: BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Foods I or DC
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources;
Hospitality & Tourism
In this course, basic safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe®
curriculum) leading to a national industry-recognized food safety
credential are introduced. First Aid, commercial equipment, kitchen
equipment, culinary math, and basic knife safety and cutting
techniques in a commercial foodservice facility are taught. Proof of
insurance is required for all students in this course.
Culinary Arts and Hospitality I
Offered: BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Intro to Culinary Arts and Hospitality I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
Hospitality & Tourism
This course focuses on basic skills in cold and hot food production,
baking and pastry, and service skills. Students will implement a foodrelated live project within the classroom for a target audience.
Students are required to purchase and maintain a culinary uniform.
Proof of insurance is required for all students in this course.
Culinary Arts and Hospitality II
Offered: BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Hospitality I
Credit: 2 Units
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism
(*advanced course)
This is a double-block course that provides students advanced
experiences in cold and hot food production, baking and pastry skills,
management (front and back of the house), and service skills. Topics
include menu planning, business management, and guest relations.
Students will implement a food related live project within the
classroom for a target audience. Students are required to purchase
and maintain a culinary uniform. Proof of insurance is required for all
students in this course. *Honors Weight (BH, M)
Early Childhood Education I
Offered: B, M, S
Prerequisite: Students must have transportation to and
from the intern site (M, S)
Credit: 2 Units
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Human Services
This is a two-block course that prepares students to work with
children birth to age eight. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the
development of young children while providing early education and
care. Topics include stages of developmental, health, safety, guidance,
and developmentally appropriate activities and thematic projects.
Work-based learning comprises over fifty percent of the required
coursework. If off-site facilities are used, students must provide their
own transportation to and from the intern site. Students
participating in work-based learning experiences in childcare centers
must be at least 16 years of age prior to beginning the work place
placement. A background check and TB test are required at student's
expense. Proof of insurance is required for all students in this course.
*Students can earn articulated credit.
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Early Childhood Education II
Offered: B, M, S
Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education I; Students
must have transportation to and from the intern site
(M, S)
Credit: 2 Units
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Human Services (*advanced course)
This is a two-block course to prepare students to work with children
birth to twelve years of age in child care, preschool, and/or after
school programs. Students receive instruction in child care pertaining
to teaching methods, career development, program planning and
management, health and safety issues, entrepreneurship skills, and
technology. Work-based learning comprises over fifty percent of the
required course work. Students who complete specific NC
requirements and are eighteen years of age will be eligible to apply
for the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (NCECC) through
the division of Child Development. If off-site facilities are used,
students must provide their own transportation to and from the
intern site. A background check and TB test are required at the
student's expense. Proof of insurance is required for all students in
this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
*Honors Weight (M, S only—with approval)
Foods I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12 (B, BH, F, M); 10-12 (S)
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Health
Science; Hospitality & Tourism; Human Services
This course examines the nutritional needs of the individual.
Emphasis is placed on the relationship of diet to health, kitchen and
meal management, and food preparation skills. Students learn how
to: purchase and store foods; select, use and care for kitchen
equipment; prepare and serve fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy
products, grain products, quick breads, cookies, and nutritional
snacks. Proof of insurance is required for all students in this course.
Foods II—Enterprise
Prerequisite: Foods I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12 (B, BH, F, M); 11-12 (S)
(*advanced course)
This course focuses on advanced food preparation techniques
including: knife skills and garnishing, yeast breads, and cakes. Food
safety and sanitation receive special emphasis; students have the
opportunity to take the exam for the ServSafe® credential from the
National Restaurant Association. Students taking the ServSafe® Exam
may be required to pay a small fee. An in-school food business
component allows students to apply instructional strategies and
workplace readiness skills and to develop a student portfolio. Proof
of insurance is required for all students in this course.
*Students can earn articulated college credit. *Honors Weight (B)
Interior Design I
Offered: B, F, M, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Technology & Communications
This course emphasizes the steps taken in acquiring housing, as well
as constructing, designing, furnishing and maintaining a home. Career
options in the interior design and housing fields will be evaluated.
Interior Design II
Offered: B, F, M, S
Prerequisite: Interior Design I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Technology & Communications (*advanced course)
This course prepares students for opportunities in the residential and
commercial interior design fields for entry-level and technical jobs.
Focus is placed on design and furnishing methods used by residential
and commercial designers. Proof of insurance is required for all
students in this course. *Honors Weight (B, S)
Interior Applications
Offered: B, F, S
Prerequisite: Interior Design II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Architecture & Construction
This course prepares students for entry-level and technical work
opportunities in interior design. Students will apply skills learned in
Interior Design I & II to participate in work-based learning, service
learning, and job shadowing. Proof of insurance is required for all
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Parenting and Child Development
Health Occupations
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Career Clusters: Health Science; Human Services
This course introduces students to the parenthood decision, child care
issues, care of children 0-6, and child development
theories. Emphasis is on the parents' responsibilities and the
influences they have on children while providing care and
guidance. Skills in communication, childcare, parenting, and problem
solving are reinforced in this course.
Health Team Relations
Personal Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Teen Living
Credit: 1 Unit
Grades: 9-10
Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources;
Architecture and Construction; Arts, Audio/Video Technology &
Communications; Human Services
Do you want to live on your own someday? Teen Living will provide
life management skills needed for independent living. Emphasis is
placed on personal and family living, wellness, food and nutrition,
financial management, living environments, child development
practices, fashion and clothing, and job readiness. Proof of insurance
is required for all students in this course. Course is recommended
for ninth graders.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-10
Career Clusters: Health Science
Health Team Relations provides students with an overview of
health care delivery systems, the development of leadership and
interpersonal skills, career awareness and character
development. This is an introductory course and is highly
recommended for students who are planning to progress through
the health sciences curriculum. Topics include medical
terminology, the history of health care, health care agencies,
ethical and legal responsibilities, health care careers, cultural
awareness, and effective communication.
Health Sciences I
Prerequisite: Biology recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
This course navigates through the many different systems of the
body explaining how each system comes together to function
holistically as the “Human Body.” Topics include: medical
terminology, anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders,
medical diagnoses and treatments, career development, and
technological advancements in healthcare. Skills in health, science,
mathematics, and communications are reinforced in this course.
Projects, teamwork, demonstrations, and HOSA competitive
events serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the
curriculum content. To be eligible to complete the CAN portion of
Nursing Fundamentals, students must complete Allied Health
Science I and Health Science II with a final score of 86 or higher.
Health Science II
Prerequisite: Allied Health Science I or Health Science I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Health Science (*advanced course)
This course seeks to instill an attitude of pride, commitment, and
professionalism in all Health Occupation students. The course is
designed to help students expand their understanding of financing
and trends of health care agencies, fundamentals of wellness,
legal and ethical issues, concepts of teamwork, problem solving
skills and effective communication. American Heart Association/
American Red Cross guidelines will be used for CPR and first aid
training. Students will become proficient in standard precautions
in infection control, body mechanics, as well as basic skills.
Language arts, mathematics, and communications are reinforced
in this course. HOSA activities support networking with healthcare
professionals through volunteerism. To be eligible to enroll in
Nursing Fundamentals students must complete Health Sciences I
or Allied Health Sciences I and Health Sciences II with a final score
of 86 or higher and complete an application process.
*Honors Weight (BH, F, M, S)
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Nursing Fundamentals
Offered: ALL High Schools
Prerequisite: Health Science II
Credit: 2 Units
Grade Level: 12
This course is designed for students whose goal is to become a
Certified Nursing Assistant I. Students should have an insight into
critical thinking and an interest in health care careers where basic
nursing skills are used. Students who successfully complete the
course with a final score of 86 or higher and complete 40 hours of
clinical will be prepared to take the National Nurse Aide
Assessment Program (NNAAP) competency exam for Certified
Nurse Aide I (CNA). HOSA activities are an enhancement to the
health sciences program. Students must complete the first nine
weeks of Nursing Fundamentals with a grade of 86 or higher to be
eligible for the clinical experience. Students are responsible for
their own transportation to the clinical site. A tuberculosis test is
required and students pay a minimal fee for this test. Uniforms
are required for the clinical and are the responsibility of the
student. All immunizations must be current and are required to be
paid by student. The NNAAP C.N.A. exam cost is at the student’s
expense. An application is required for entry into this class and is
available from the Health Sciences II instructor. Transcript and
proof of insurance are required for student file.
*Honors Weight (S)
Marketing
Entrepreneurship I
Prerequisite: Marketing OR Personal Finance OR
Principles of Business & Finance (*advanced course)
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: All Clusters except Arts, Audio/Video Technology
and Communications (*advanced course in Business Management &
Administration and Marketing)
This course is designed to introduce students to the rewards and risks
of owning or operating a business enterprise. Emphasis is placed on
the mastery of skills needed to plan, organize, manage and finance a
small business. Students will acquire skills in communication,
technical writing, math, research, and problem solving as each
student prepares his/her own business plan.
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Offered: F, S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Technology & Communications; Marketing
In this course students with a passion for fashion will gain an
overview of the industry. Topics include: the evolution and
acceptance of fashion, trend forecasting, the elements and principles
of design, the buying and selling of fashion, and fashion promotion
(advertising/visual merchandising). This course complements apparel
courses offered in the Family & Consumer Science program.
Hospitality and Tourism
Offered: B, BH, S
Prerequisite: Marketing or Sports & Entertainment Mkt.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Hospitality and Tourism (*advanced course)
This course is designed to provide a foundation for students
interested in a career in travel, tourism, and recreation marketing.
Emphasis is placed on the hospitality/tourism industry, customer
relations, travel destinations, tourism promotion, economics, and
career development. Skills in mathematics, psychology, geography,
and communications are reinforced in this course.
Marketing
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Architecture & Construction; Arts, Audio/Video Technology &
Communications; Business Mgmt. & Administration; Finance; Health
Science; Hospitality & Tourism; Manufacturing; Marketing;
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
In this course, students develop an understanding of the processes
involved from the creation to the consumption of products/
services. Satisfying the customer’s wants and needs while achieving
company goals is the main objective of marketing. Emphasis is placed
on having the right product…in the right place….at the right
time. Mathematics and social studies are reinforced.
Offered: B, F
Prerequisite: Marketing or Fashion Merchandising
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Marketing (*advanced course)
This course is designed to continue the foundations in Marketing or
Fashion Merchandising. Topics of study include recruiting, hiring,
training and evaluating employees; information management;
purchasing; pricing; ethics; sales management; and financing. Skills in
math, human relations, communications, and technical writing are
reinforced in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Personal Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Principles of Business and Finance
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
This course introduces students to business in the global economy,
functions of business organization and management, marketing
basics, finance concepts, and the significance of business financial and
risk management. Communication skills, basic mathematical
concepts, research, and problem-solving are reinforced in this
course.
Sports & Entertainment Marketing I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Hospitality and Tourism
This course is designed for students interested in sports,
entertainment, and event marketing. Topics include significant people
and events, competition, selling, promotion, sponsorships,
endorsements, branding, licensing, safety, security issues, and
business ethics. Skills in communications, human relations,
psychology, and mathematics are reinforced in this course. DECA (an
association for Marketing Education students) provides opportunities
for community service, leadership activities, travel, and competition.
Sports & Entertainment Marketing II
Prerequisite: Sports and Entertainment Marketing I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Hospitality and Tourism
This course is designed for students interested in an advanced study
of sports, entertainment, and event marketing. Topics include ethical
and legal implications, revenues and expenses, facilities and events
management, consumer behaviors, and sponsorships. DECA (an
association for Marketing Education students) provides opportunities
for community service, leadership activities, travel, and competition.
Technology
PLTW-Introduction to Engineering Design
Offered: F
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-10
Career Clusters: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This course is a foundation course where students explore what it is to
be an engineer. They learn how engineers communicate their ideas to
others through technical documentation, drawing, and 3D modeling.
Students learn the design process and how it leads to the technologies
we use every day. They learn how design decisions impact products
and society. This is a fast-paced course which challenges students.
High achievers may qualify for college credit. Students are required to
maintain an Engineer's Notebook throughout the class and will
develop a portfolio which will be enhanced through other PLTW-PTE
courses. *Honors Weight
PLTW-Principles of Engineering
Offered: F
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
This course helps students further their exploration of engineering.
Students are exposed to major concepts they will find in a postsecondary engineering program. They apply engineering and scientific
concepts while designing solutions to engineering problems. Through
these problems, students develop problem-solving skills and practice
research and analysis, documentation of their work, and
communication to their peers and other professionals. Students are
required to maintain an Engineer's Notebook throughout the class and
will continue building their portfolio. Proof of insurance is required for
all students in this course. *Honors Weight
PLTW-Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Offered: F
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
(*Advanced Course)
This course gives students the opportunity to learn concepts of
robotics and automated manufacturing by creating three-dimensional
designs with modeling software and producing models of their
designs. Proof of insurance is required for all students in this course.
*Honors Weight
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Trade & Industry
Automotive Service
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, &
Publisher recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
Career Clusters: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
The Automotive Service course introduces students to basic automotive
skills and the different job opportunities available in the automotive
industry. The course is designed to benefit not only the aspiring
automotive technician but also future drivers and lifelong automobile
owners by promoting proper vehicle maintenance and operation. Topics
covered will include automotive history, shop safety, tool usage,
measurement, vehicle maintenance, brake inspection, basic electrical
operation, and engine operation. Math, English, science, leadership and
global concepts are reinforced throughout the curriculum. Proof of
insurance is required for all students in this course. *Students can earn
articulated credit.
Automotive Brakes
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Automotive Service
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course fully engages students in the concepts of mechanical brake
operation, diagnosis, and repair. The curriculum prepares students with
the skills needed for an entry level technician and also is beneficial to the
individual vehicle owner/operator. Topics covered will include hydraulics,
power assist systems, disc brakes, drum brakes, and parking brakes. This
is also a NATEF/ASE certified course. Math, English, science, leadership
and global concepts are reinforced throughout the curriculum. Proof of
insurance is required for all students in this course. *Students can earn
articulated credit.
Automotive Computer System Diagnostics
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Automotive Brakes
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course fully engages students in the concepts of computer-based
vehicle diagnostics. Topics covered will include diagnostic scan tool
operation, computer diagnostic strategies, basic engine performance and
ABS operation and diagnostics. This is also a NATEF/ASE certified course.
Math, English, science, leadership and global concepts are reinforced
throughout the curriculum. Proof of insurance is required for all students
in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Automotive Electrical
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Automotive Service
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course fully engages students in the concepts of basic automotive
electricity and electronics. Topics covered will include basic electrical
theory, digital multi-meter operation, circuit testing, circuit repair,
batteries, charging systems, starting systems, lighting and accessory
systems. This is a NATEF/ASE certified course. Math, English, science,
leadership and global concepts are reinforced throughout
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in this course.
Automotive Advanced Electrical
Offered: M
Prerequisite: Automotive Electrical
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
(*advanced course)
This course fully engages students in the concepts of advanced
automotive electricity and electronics. Topics covered will include
advanced electrical testing strategies, advanced electronic operation,
electronic troubleshooting, and oscilloscope diagnostics. This is a NATEF/
ASE certified course. Math, English, science, leadership and global
concepts are reinforced throughout the curriculum. Students are required
to have insurance coverage to participate in class due to operation of
machinery during lab activities. Proof of insurance is required for all
students in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Cabinetmaking II
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: Cabinetmaking I, Geometry
recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Manufacturing (*advanced course)
This course emphasizes construction principles as applied to production
and construction of drawers and doors. Skills in leadership, safety,
mathematics, planning, and problem solving are reinforced in this course.
Work based strategies appropriate for this course include career
internships and apprenticeships. Proof of insurance is required for all
students in this course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Cabinetmaking III
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: Cabinetmaking II, Geometry
recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Manufacturing
This course covers the development of more advanced knowledge and
skills in the furniture and cabinetmaking industry. Emphasis is placed on
construction principles as applied to mass production and construction of
drawers and doors. Skills in leadership, safety, mathematics, planning,
and problem solving are reinforced in this course. Work-based strategies
appropriate for this course include career internships and
apprenticeships. Proof of insurance is required for all students in this
course. *Students can earn articulated credit.
Core & Sustainable Construction
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
The course content includes basic safety, construction math, hand tools,
power tools, blueprints, material handling, basic communication skills,
basic employability skills, and "Your Role in the Green Environment". This
course prepares students for additional National Center for Construction
Education and Research (NCCER) Core certification. Proof of insurance is
required for all students in this course.
Carpentry I
Offered: BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Core and Sustainable Construction
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course provides basic instruction to construction work and the
technical aspects of carpentry. Topics include safety, measurement, and
the use of tools, equipment, materials, fasteners and mathematics.
Hands-on work experiences and leadership activities provide many
opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.
Carpentry II
Offered: BH, M, S
Prerequisite: Carpentry I, Geometry recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course covers in-depth advanced technical aspects of carpentry with
the emphasis on development of skills introduced in the Level 1 course.
Topics include plans, framing, footing, foundations, wall sheathing,
insulation, vapor barriers, gypsum board, and underlayment. Skills in
measurement, leadership, safety, mathematics, and problem solving are
reinforced in this course. Work-based strategies appropriate for this
course include career internships and apprenticeships. Hands-on
work experiences and leadership activities provide many opportunities to
enhance classroom instruction. Proof of insurance is required for all
Carpentry III
Offered: M, S
Prerequisite: Carpentry II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
This course covers issues related to planning, management, finance, sales,
labor, technology, community, health, environment, and safety. Topics
include estimating, leveling, instruments, forms, special framing, interior
and exterior finishing, cabinets, built-ins, and metal studs. Skills in
technical subjects, production, leadership, safety, problem solving,
reading, and mathematics are reinforced in this course. Workbased strategies appropriate for this course include career internships
and apprenticeships. Hands-on work experiences and leadership
activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction
and career development. Proof of insurance is required for all students in
this course.
Computer Engineering Technology I
Offered: S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course introduces students to computer hardware through hands-on
instruction, computer and inquiry-based learning methods. The course
covers information on installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting
and repairing computers and peripheral devices such as printers,
keyboards, and monitors. The curriculum focuses on the CompTIA A+
Core Hardware exam objectives. A+ Certification is an essential
requirement for entry-level PC service technician jobs.
Computer Engineering Technology II
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Computer Engineering Technology I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course covers in-depth and advanced computer hardware. Students
demonstrate knowledge of troubleshooting, upgrading, and maintaining
computer systems including soft-skills needed for working with
customers. Instruction is provided through hands-on, computer and
inquiry-based learning methods. Course focus is on preparing for the
CompTIA A+ Core Hardware exam. A+ Certification is an essential
requirement for entry-level PC service technician jobs.
Drafting I
Offered: B, S
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint &
Publisher recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-11
Career Clusters: Architecture & Construction, Science Technology,
Engineering, & Mathematics
This course is designed to teach the students the basic use of simple and
complex graphic tools used to communicate and understand ideas and
concepts found in the areas of engineering, manufacturing, architecture,
science, and mathematics. The topics include business meetings, and goal
setting strategies, traditional methods such as sketching, geometric
construction techniques, CAD or computer aided drafting, orthographic
projection and dimensioning. Communication skills in leadership,
teamwork, mathematics, science, and problem solving are reinforced in
this course. *Students can earn articulated credit. *Prep for Autodesk
Association Certification
Drafting—Architectural II
Offered: B, S
Prerequisite: Drafting I, Geometry recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Architecture & Construction (*advanced course)
This course is designed to teach the students the principles, concepts, and
the use complex drafting tools utilized in the field of architecture,
structural systems, and construction trades. Emphasis will be on team
building and communication skills. Emphasis is also placed on the
application of CAD tools (Autodesk Revit Architecture software) in the
creation of floor plans, foundation plans, basic roof design, sections and
details, and elevation drawings. Mathematics, science, and visual design
concepts are reinforced. *Students can earn articulated credit.
*Honors Weight
*Autodesk Associate Certification
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Drafting—Architecture III
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Drafting-Architecture II, Geometry
recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
This course is focused on the principles, concepts, and use of complex
graphic tools utilized in the field of architecture, structural systems, and
construction trades. Emphasis is placed on the application of CAD (REVIT
Architecture) tools in the creation of site plans, foundation plans, stair
detail plans, and interior elevation drawings. Mathematics, science, and
visual design concepts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies
appropriate for this course are apprenticeship and cooperative education.
*Students can earn articulated credit. *Honors Weight
Drafting – Engineering II
Offered: B, S
Prerequisite: Drafting I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Science Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
(*advanced course)
This course introduces students to the use of the graphics tools necessary
to communicate, analyze and understand the ideas and concepts found in
the areas of engineering, science, and mathematics. Topics include
teaming and communication skills, 3D modeling (Autodesk Inventor),
manufacturing processes, dimensioning, conventional tolerance, sectional
views, auxiliary views, and pattern development. Skills in communication
mathematics, science, leadership, teamwork, and problem solving are
reinforced in this course. Hands-on work experience provides many
opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.
Drafting – Engineering III
Offered: S
Prerequisite: Drafting Engineering II, Geometry
recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Career Clusters: Science Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
This course is focused on the principles of engineering with the use of the
Autodesk Inventor and other communication tools to communicate,
analyze, and understand the ideas and concepts found in the areas of
engineering, science, and mathematics. Topics include job seeking, and
interview skills, the engineering design process, constraint-based/
parametric modeling, threads & fasteners, working drawings, basic
geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and portfolio development.
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Electrical Trades I
Offered: BH
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-11
This course follows the National Center for Construction Education and
Research (NCCER) curriculum. Topics include electrical safety, continued
study of the National Electrical Code, raceways and fittings, conductors
and cables, construction drawings, services and test equipment.
Electrical Trades II
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: Electrical Trades I
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Research (NCCER) curriculum. Topics include electrical safety, continued
study of the National Electrical Code, raceways and fittings, conductors
and cables, construction drawings, services and test equipment.
Electrical Trades III
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: Electrical Trades II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12
Research (NCCER) curriculum. Topics include electrical safety, alternating
current, grounding and bonding, circuit breakers and fuses, lighting,
electric motors and motor control devices. Proof of insurance is required
for all students in this course. *Students may earn articulated credit.
Electronics I
Offered: BH
Prerequisite: Algebra I recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
Career Clusters: Manufacturing
This course is based on ETA's Associate level certification (CET). This
course covers EM1 - DC Basics and EM4 - Digital Basics. Topics include
electrical theory and magnetism, safety and electronic components,
Ohm's Law and basic math for electronics, electronic measurements,
series and parallel circuits, numbering systems used in digital electronics,
electronic diagrams, test equipment and measurements, digital logic
functions, and digital computer electronics.
Masonry I
Offered: F
Masonry III
Offered: F
Prerequisite: Masonry II
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10
This course content includes: introduction to masonry; masonry tools
and equipment; measurements, drawings, and specifications; mortar;
masonry units and installation techniques. Hands-on work using tools
and SkillsUSA leadership activities are provided to enhance classroom
instruction and career development. Proof of insurance is required for
all students in this course.
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 12
This course content includes advanced laying techniques,
construction techniques and moisture control, construction
inspection and quality control and hands-on work in the lab using
content in Masonry III. Projects include arches, panels, and masonry
designs. Proof of insurance is required for all students in this course.
Masonry II
Offered: F
Prerequisite: Masonry I, Geometry recommended
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11
This course content includes weatherization; residential plans and
drawing interpretation; residential masonry; grout and other
reinforcement; metal work in masonry and hands-on work in the lab
using content in Masonry II. Proof of insurance is required for all
.
T & I Advanced Studies
Prerequisite: Completion of Career Cluster
concentration
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This culminating course augments the content of the completer
course and prepares students for success in transitioning to
postsecondary education and future careers. Students work under
the guidance of a teacher with expertise in the content of the
completer course. The four parts of the course include writing a
research paper, producing a product, developing a portfolio, and
delivering a presentation. Students demonstrate their abilities to use
21st century skills.
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Work-based Learning
Career Internship (During School)
Offered: All high schools
Prerequisite: Application; courses/experiences in area
of request
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 11-12, by application
See counselor for deadlines
Open to qualified juniors and seniors through an application process.
Career internships during the school day place students for a
minimum of 135 hours in area businesses, industries, and agencies
to obtain on-site experiences in the career they plan to pursue.
Students are not paid for their internship hours, but they earn
one unit of elective credit (Pass/Fail). The following options are
available to qualified students:
 Juniors or seniors may have internship scheduled only fourth
period for one unit of credit, or
 Seniors may request the internship scheduled during a doubleblock period (1st/2nd, 2nd/3rd, or 3rd/4th) for one unit of credit.
Consideration of request will be given:
1. If time of day is feasible for a particular site location and
student’s individual schedule;
2. If the student has at least 22 credits toward the 28 required for
graduation.
Service Internship (After School or During Summer)
Prerequisite: Application
Credit: Varies based on hours completed
Available to qualified students through an application process. This
program allows students to serve as “helpers” in settings where
volunteers are typically used (hospitals, retirement facilities,
non-profit agencies, etc.). Since there are a wide variety of potential
sites, all locations must be pre-approved by Catawba County Schools
Internship Coordinators before a service internship can be developed.
Students are not paid for their internship hours, but they can earn
elective credit on a Pass/Fail basis. The service internship is done
only during non-instructional time/days (after school, weekends,
teacher workdays, summer). Elective credit 1/4, 1/2, or 1 unit
can be earned depending on the hours completed.
Each option must involve on-site hours totaling at least 7.5 hours per
week over a period of no less than three days each week. A
tuberculosis test is required for some locations and students pay a
minimal fee for this test. Students interested in doing a career
internship during the school day should contact their school career
development coordinator or the Career and Technical Education
office (828-464-8333) for more specific guidelines and deadlines.
Career Internship (After School or During Summer)
Prerequisite: Application; Courses/experiences in area
of request
Open to qualified juniors and seniors through an application process.
This program places students after school or during the summer with
area businesses, industries, and agencies to obtain on-site
experiences in the career they plan to pursue. Students are not paid
for their internship hours, but they do earn elective credit (Pass/Fail)
based on the number of hours completed (35 hours = 1/4 credit; 70
hours = 1/2 credit; 135 hours = 1 credit), satisfactory evaluations from
the sponsor, and submission of all required student paperwork. A
tuberculosis test is required for some locations and students pay a
minimal fee for this test. Interested students should contact their
school counselor or the Career and Technical Education Office (4648333) for more specific program guidelines and deadlines.
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Teaching Internship Level I
Credit: 1 Unit
Qualified juniors and seniors may apply for this school-day program,
which provides hands-on and in-depth experiences in the teaching
profession. Applicants must be in good standing at their schools with
regard to grades, attendance, tardiness, and discipline. This course
allows students to experience working with children in an educational
setting during the regular school year. Interns travel five days a week,
one period a day, to their assigned school. One elective credit (Pass/
Fail) is granted for this internship (based on satisfactory evaluations
and the completion of all requirements). Students may participate in
Teaching Internship Level I once.
Teaching Internship Level II
Prerequisite: Teaching Internship Level I, Application
Credit: 1 Unit
Qualified juniors and seniors may apply for an additional Teaching
Internship unit if they have successfully completed Teaching
Internship Level I and are truly focused on a teaching career.
Applicants must be in good standing at their schools with regard to
grades, attendance, tardiness, and discipline. If accepted as a
Teaching Intern Level II, the student is placed in a different setting
than the previous internship and more in-depth training will be
required. More emphasis is placed on career development
assignments, and a higher degree of responsibility is expected of the
intern in the classroom setting. One elective credit (Pass/Fail) is
granted for this internship (based on satisfactory evaluations and the
completion of all requirements). Students may participate only once
in a Teaching Internship Level II.
Other Electives
Media Assistant
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This course involves the training of student assistants in processing
materials, formulating bibliographies, the checkout and return of all
types of media, recordkeeping, computer operations, and video and
audio-visual preparation.
High School Apprenticeship
Career Cluster: ALL (*advanced course)
This is an “on-the-job” training opportunity for students who are at
least 16 years old and interested in learning a skilled occupation.
Students accepted into this program will be paid above average
wages while they are being trained by a participating employer.
Students must work 300 hours on the job for each unit of credit
earned. First priority is given to students who will be enrolled in a
Level II or above Career and Technical Education course during their
senior year. High school apprentices will have permission to leave
school early in order to work part time in their jobs. All of the on-thejob training and coursework completed by the high school apprentice
will be certified by the N.C. Department of Labor.
Success 101
Offered: S
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 9-12
Success 101 is designed to meet various goals for each high school.
It is taught both in the classroom and online. The content provides
guidance in such areas as long-term goal planning, effective note
taking, and good study habits.
CTE Advanced Studies
Prerequisite: Completion of Career Cluster
concentration
Credit: 1 Unit
Grade Level: 10-12
This culminating course augments the content of the completer
course and prepares students for success in transitioning to
postsecondary education and future careers. Students work under
the guidance of a teacher with expertise in the content of the
completer course. The four parts of the course include writing a
research paper, producing a product, developing a portfolio, and
delivering a presentation. Students demonstrate their abilities to use
21st century skills.
*May be offered for Honors Weight
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CVCC Career & College Promise
Program for High School Students
Success in today’s global economy requires a two- or four-year
degree, a certificate or diploma. If you are a qualified North
Carolina high school student, Career & College Promise (CCP)
gives you the opportunity to pursue these options—tuition
free. This is your chance to get a jump start on your workplace
and college preparation.
See your counselor for more information concerning the
amount of high school and college credit.
(2) Core 44 College Transfer Pathway
Provides up to 34 hours of tuition-free course credits toward
the Core 44 University general education requirements. This is
an agreed-upon 44 hours of college credits that will transfer
seamlessly to any NC public or participating college or
university for qualified high school students. This will save
successful students time and money in pursuing four-year
degrees.
To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet
all of the following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses;
c. Demonstrate college readiness on an approved
assessment or placement test. A student must demonstrate
college readiness in English, reading and mathematics to be
eligible for enrollment in a Core 44 College Transfer Pathway.
CVCC offers four Core 44 College Transfer Pathways: Business
& Economics, Engineering & Mathematics, Humanities & Social
Science, and Life & Health Sciences. A complete listing of
classes offered within each pathway as well as the assessment
scores needed to be “college ready” can be found on CVCC’s
website (www.cvcc.edu; Student Services; Admissions; Career
& College Promise).
CCP provides three pathways to help advance your post high
school success:
(1) Career Technical Education Pathway
Leads to a certificate or diploma aligned with a high school
Career Cluster.
To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet
all of the following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have
the recommendation of the high school principal or his/her
designee; and
c. Meet the prerequisites for the career pathway.
CVCC offers 14 Career Technical Education Pathways:
Advertising & Graphic Design, Air Condition/Heating &
Refrigeration Technology, Automotive Systems Technology,
Computer Integrated Machining, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice
Technology-Latent Evidence Crime Scene, Criminal Justice-Law
Enforcement, Electrical/Electronics Technology, Graphic Arts &
Imaging Technology, Healthcare Management TechnologyReceptionist, Health Information Technology, Horticulture
Technology, Photography, and Welding Technology. A
complete listing of classes offered within each pathway can be
found on CVCC’s website (www.cvcc.edu; Student Services;
Admissions; Career & College Promise).
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(3) Cooperative Innovative High School Program
Challenger Early College High School is on CVCC’s campus and
allows students to earn a high school diploma and an associate
degree. Challenger Early College High School information can
be found on the Catawba County Schools website
(www.catawbaschools.net).
CVCC Career and College Promise (CCP)
Program for High School Students
*All classes are tuition free. Applicable fees, books, and supplies are an individual student’s expense.*
CCP Core 44 College Transfer Pathway Classes
Students must meet CCP Core 44 College Transfer Eligibility
Requirements (see page 64) *Weighted high school credit given for
all courses except SPA 111/SPA 181.
2013 Fall Semester
BIO 111—General Biology I
CIS 110—Introduction to Computers
CHM 151—General Chemistry
ENG 111—Expository Writing
ENG 232—American Literature II
HIS 121—Western Civilization I
MAT 172/MAT 172A—Precalculus Trigonometry/Lab
SPA III/SPA 181—Elementary Spanish/Lab
2014 Spring Semester
ACA 122—College Transfer Success
ART 111—Art Appreciation
BIO 112—General Biology II
CHM 152—General Chemistry II
COM 231—Public Speaking
ECO 251—Principles of Microeconomics
ENG 113—Literature-Based Research
MAT 161/MAT 161A—College Algebra/Lab
MAT 171/MAT 171A—Precalculus Algebra/Lab
MAT 271—Calculus
PSY 150—General Psychology
SOC 210—Introduction to Sociology
CCP Career Technical Education Pathway Classes
Students must meet CCP Career Technical Education Eligibility
Requirements (see page 64)
Classes Offered Online
CJC 111—Intro to Criminal Justice & CJC 121—Law
Enforcement Operations (Fall and Spring)
Students must register for both classes.
Transfers to the NC University System and many private colleges
and universities; *Weighted credit
High School Prerequisites: None
College Prerequisites: CCP Career Technical Education eligibility
requirements
High School Credit: 1 unit
College Credit: 6 semester hours credit
Grade Levels: 11-12
CJC 111—This course introduces the components and processes of the
criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and
philosophy of the criminal justice system and their relationship to life in
our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and
describe the major system components and their interrelationships and
evaluate career options.
CJC 121—This course introduces fundamental law enforcement
operations. Topics include the contemporary evolution of law
enforcement operations and related issues. Upon completion, students
should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law
enforcement operations.
MED 121—Medical Terminology I & MED 122—Medical
Terminology II (Fall and Spring)
requirements & COMPASS Testing
Grade Level: 11-12
MED 121—This course introduces prefixes, suffixes, and word roots
used in the language of medicine. Topics include medical vocabulary
and the terms that relate to the anatomy, physiology, pathological
conditions, and treatment of selected systems. Upon completion,
students should be able to pronounce, spell, and define medical terms
as related to selected body systems and their pathological disorders.
MED 122—This course is the second in a series of medical
terminology courses. Topics include medical vocabulary and the
terms that relate to the anatomy, physiology, pathological conditions,
and treatment of selected systems. Upon completion, students
should be able to pronounce, spell, and define medical terms as
related to selected body systems and their pathological disorders.
Classes Offered on Bandys High School &
St. Stephens High School Campuses
WLD 110 Cutting Processes & WLD 115 SMAW (Stick)
Plate (Year long)
This is for students who have not taken WLD previously.
requirements
High School Credit: 2 units
Grade Level: 11
WLD 110—This course introduces oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cutting
systems. Topics include safety, proper equipment setup, and
operation of oxy fuel and plasma-arc cutting equipment with
emphasis on straight line, curve, and bevel cutting. Upon completion,
students should be able to oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cut metals of
varying thickness.
WLD 115—This course introduces the shielded metal arc (stick)
welding process. Emphasis is placed on padding, fillet, and groove
welds in various positions with SMAW electrodes. Upon completion,
students should be able to perform groove welds on
carbon plate with prescribed electrodes.
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WLD 121 GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate & WLD 131 GTAW
(TIG) Plate & WLD 141 Symbols and Specifications
(Year long)
Students must register for all three classes.
This is for students who have completed one year of WLD.
College Prerequisites: CCP Career Technical Education
eligibility requirements; WLD 110, WLD 115
Grade Level: 12
WLD 121—This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc
welding processes. Topics include equipment setup and fillet and
groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW
electrodes on carbon steel plate. Upon completion, students should
be able to perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed
electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.
WLD 131—This course introduces the gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding
process. Topics include correct selection of tungsten, polarity, gas,
and proper filler rod with emphasis placed on safety, equipment
setup, and welding techniques. Upon completion, students should be
able to perform GTAW fillet and groove welds with various electrodes
and filler materials.
WLD 141—This course introduces the basic symbols and
specifications used in welding. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of
lines, notes, welding symbols, and specifications. Upon completion,
students should be able to read and interpret symbols and
specifications commonly used in welding.
WLD 131 GTAW (TIG) Plate & WLD 141 Symbols and
Specifications (Year long)
This is for students who have completed two years of WLD.
College Prerequisites: CCP Career Technical Education
eligibility requirements; WLD 110, WLD 115, WLD 121
Grade Level: 12
Classes Offered on CVCC Campus
COS 111AB Cosmetology Concepts I-AB & COS 112AB
Salon I-AB (Fall)
NOTE: Only 10 student slots are available.
requirements
Grade Level: 11-12
COS 111AB—This course introduces basic cosmetology
concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology,
anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge,
chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to safely and competently
apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
COS 112AB—This course introduces basic salon services. Topics
include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design,
haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely
and competently demonstrate salon service.
COS 111BB Cosmetology Concepts I-BB & COS 112BB
Salon I-BB (Spring)
requirements & COS 111AB & COS 112AB
Grade Level: 11-12
COS 111BB—This course is a continuation of COS 111AB.
COS 112BB—This course is a continuation of COS 112AB.
WLD 131—see description above
WLD 141—see description above
GRA 121 Graphic Arts I & GRD 141 Graphic Design I (Fall)
requirements
Grade Level: 11-12
GRA 121—This course introduces terminology, tools and materials,
procedures, and equipment used in graphic arts production. Topics
include copy preparation and pre-press production relative to
printing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
an understanding of graphic arts production.
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GRD 141—This course introduces the conceptualization process
used in visual problem solving. Emphasis is placed on learning the
principles of design and on the manipulation and organization of
elements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design
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principles and visual elements to projects.
GRA 151 Computer Graphics I & GRA 152 Computer
Graphics II & PRN 155 Screen Printing I (Spring)
requirements; GRA 151 is a prerequisite for GRA 152
Grade Level: 11-12
GRA 151—This course introduces the use of hardware and software
for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical
user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout,
typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon
completion, students should be able to understand and use the
computer as a fundamental design and production tool.
GRA 152—This course covers advanced design and layout concepts
utilizing illustration, page layout, and imaging software in graphic arts.
Emphasis is placed on enhancing and developing the skills that were
introduced in GRA 151. Upon completion, students should be able to
select and utilize appropriate software for design and layout
solutions.
PRN 155—This course covers screen printing techniques and
materials. Topics include methods, materials, design, image and
stencil preparation techniques. Upon completion, students should be
able to produce single- or multi-color projects.
MAC 122 CNC Turning & MAC 124 CNC Milling &
MEC 110 Into to CAD/CAM
requirements & COMPASS Testing; MAC 131 & MAC 141 & MAC 151
Grade Level: 11-12
MAC 122—This course introduces the programming, setup and
operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming
formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and
inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture
simple parts using CNC turning centers.
MAC 124—This course introduces the manual programming, setup,
and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include
programming formats, control functions, program editing, part
production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be
able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers.
MEC 110—This course introduces CAD/CAM. Emphasis is placed on
transferring part geometry from CAD to CAM for the development of
a CNC-ready program. Upon completion, students should be able to
use CAD/CAM software to produce a CNC program.
MAC 131 Blueprint Reading/Machining I & MAC 141
Machining Applications I & MAC 151 Machining
Calculations I (Fall)
High School Prerequisites: Completed Algebra I with a grade of “B”
or higher
requirements & COMPASS Testing
Grade Level: 11-12
MAC 131—This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading
and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of
conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations.
Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic
drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches.
MAC 141—This course provides an introduction to a variety of
material-working processes that are common to the machining
industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment,
measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common
shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely
demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure
components, and effectively use layout instruments.
MAC 151—This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to
machining occupations. Emphasis is placed on basic calculations and
their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform basic shop calculations.
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ISC 112 Industrial Safety & MNT 110 Intro to
Maintenance Procedures & HYD 110 Hydraulics/
Pneumatics I (Fall)
requirements & COMPASS testing
Grade Level: 11-12
ISC 112--This course introduces the principles of industrial safety.
Emphasis is placed on industrial safety, OSHA, and environmental
regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate knowledge of a safe working environment and OSHA
Compliance.
MNT 110--This course covers basic maintenance fundamentals for
power transmission equipment. Topics include equipment inspection,
lubrication, alignment, and other scheduled maintenance procedures.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge
of accepted maintenance procedures and practices according to
current industry standards.
HYD 110--This course introduces the basic components and functions
of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols,
pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL,
maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon
completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a
fluid power system, including design, application, and
troubleshooting.
WLD 110 Cutting Processes & WLD 115AC SMAW (Stick)
Plate-AC & WLD 115BC SMAW (Stick) Plate-BC (Fall)
requirements
Grade Level: 11-12
WLD 110—See description on page 65.
WLD 115AC—This course introduces the shielded metal arc (stick)
welding process. Emphasis is placed on padding, fillet, and groove
welds in the flat and horizontal positions with SMAW electrodes.
Upon completion, students should be able to perform groove welds
on carbon plate with prescribed electrodes.
WLD 115BC—This course is a continuation of WLD 115AC.
WLD 115CC SMAW (Stick) Plate-CC & WLD 121 GMAW
(MIG) FCAW/Plate (Spring)
requirements; WLD 110, WLD 115-AC, WLD 115-BC; WLD 115 is a
prerequisite for WLD 121
Grade Level: 11-12
ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity & ELC 128 Intro to PLC (Spring)
WLD 115CC—This course is a continuation of WLD 115BC.
requirements & COMPASS testing
Grade 11-12
WLD 121—This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc
welding processes. Topics include equipment setup and fillet and
groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW
electrodes on carbon steel plate. Upon completion, students should
be able to perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed
electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.
ELC 112--This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and
computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/
AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits.
ELC 128--This course introduces the programmable logic controller
(PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder diagrams,
input/output modules, power supplies, surge protections, selection/
installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with
equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to install PLCs
and create simple programs.
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High School Directory
Bandys High (B)
Bunker Hill High (BH)
Fred T. Foard High (F)
5040 East Bandys Road
Catawba, NC 28609
(828) 241-3171
FAX (828) 241-9402
Timothy Woody, Principal
Tammy Sharpe, AP
Stephen Westmoreland, AP
Susan Rudisill, Lead Counselor
4675 Oxford School Road
Claremont, NC 28610
(828) 241-3355
FAX (828) 241-9401
Jeff Taylor, Principal
Lee Miller, AP
Tim Saddler, AP
Lorraine Swagger, Lead Counselor
3407 Plateau Road
Newton, NC 28658
(704) 462-1496
FAX (704) 462-1988
Chris Gibbs, Principal
Cindy Brigman, AP
Adam Windmiller, AP
Vacant, AP
Carrie Carter, Lead Counselor
Maiden High (M)
St. Stephens High (S)
600 W Main St
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-8197
FAX (828) 428-8341
Dwayne Finger, Principal
Maria Ballard , AP
Caine Houser, AP
Christel Murray, Lead Counselor
3205 34th Street Drive NE
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9841
FAX (828) 256-7159
DeAnna Taylor, Principal
Amy Rucker, AP
Patricia Steeby, AP
Vacant, AP
Shirley Mills, Lead Counselor
All school’s websites can be located
at: www.catawbaschools.net
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