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 Beaumont, Texas Course Offerings and Graduation Requirements Grades 9‐12 2012‐2013 Dr. Carrol A. Thomas Superintendent of Schools
BEAUMONT Independent School District Course Offerings & Graduation Requirements 2012‐2013 BISD Administration Building 3395 Harrison Avenue Beaumont, Texas 77706 or P. O. Box 672 Beaumont, Texas 77704 (409) 617‐5000 and BISD Administration Annex 4315 Concord Road Beaumont, Texas 77703 (409) 617‐5217 www.bmtisd.com Dr. Carrol A. Thomas Superintendent of Schools January 24, 2012 Dear Parents and Students: As we start the registration for your courses for 2012‐2013, it is our desire in Beaumont Independent School District to provide the best education possible for our students. We hope that you, as parents, will encourage your sons and daughters to expand their lives and educational goals by meeting the standards for the Recommended or Distinguished Graduation Programs. It may require extra hours of homework and concentration on their part but it will better prepare them for the world outside of high school. The Recommended Program is the district’s minimum goal for all of our students. As Superintendent, I think that is a realistic goal. For those that meet the more challenging Distinguished Program, we are proud and honored to work with them, as they reach even higher levels in their quest for a top‐notch education. Parents, please continue to work with us as we reach for higher levels of education and search for improvements so that we may provide our students with the best educational experiences. Sincerely, Carrol A. Thomas, Ed. D. David Harris, Ed. D. Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Schools Coordinator of Guidance Services BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements ii 2012‐2013 Required Letter Parent/Guardian Notification of Benefits of the Recommended High School Program for Graduation Date: Dear Parents/Guardians of : The 81st Texas Legislature, 2009, passed House Bill (HB) 3, amending the Texas Education Code (TEC), §28.025, to require school districts to provide written notice to parents/guardians explaining the benefits of the Recommended High School Program (RSHP) for graduation before a student is permitted to take courses under the Minimum High School Program (MHSP). The purpose of this correspondence is to ensure that parents/guardians are informed about the programs and opportunities afforded to students graduating under the RHSP. Benefits of graduating under the Recommended High School Program include: • College readiness. Many colleges and universities minimally require the RHSP for admission. In addition, students ranked in the top 10 percent of their graduating class from an accredited Texas public high school are eligible for automatic admission to most Texas public universities if they have completed the RHSP or the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP). • Recognition. The Recommended High School Program seal will be affixed to the Academic Achievement Record (AAR), or transcript, of students graduating under the RHSP. • Test results. Research suggests that students who take additional English, math, social studies, and science courses make higher scores on the SAT® or ACT® college entrance exams. The RHSP requires four credits in each of these core courses. • Program participation. The Early High School Graduation Scholarship Program provides tuition and fee assistance to students completing grades 9–12 early or with a significant number of college hours. The Texas Scholars program allows students who participate and graduate to be eligible for Graduation Honors and to compete for certain scholarships. Texas Scholars who qualify for financial assistance become eligible for a grant program passed by the Texas Legislature: the Texas Grant program. This may provide all tuition and fees for public colleges and universities in Texas; however, grant funds are administered on a first‐come‐first‐served basis. Both the Early High School Graduation Scholarship Program and Texas Scholars program require students to graduate under the RHSP or the DAP. Please confirm your receipt of this notice by entering your signature in the appropriate space on the attached form and return the form to the school in which your child is enrolled. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements iii 2012‐2013 Beaumont Independent School District High Schools CENTRAL MEDICAL MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Principal‐Patricia Lambert Counselor‐Sonja Anderson Counselor‐Tara Chavis Registrar‐Christine Martin Diagnostician‐Tomasine Sam Magnet School Coordinator‐ Leigh Lowell Graduation Asst. Coordinator‐Dr. Cheryl Ford Lead & CATE Counselor‐Thelma Bill Counselor‐ Ieka Wilridge Counselor‐Wilma Sinegal‐Vaughn Counselor‐Marilyn Stephens Diagnostician‐Sarah Venable OZEN HIGH SCHOOL Principal‐James Broussard Counselor‐Carolyn Rodgers Counselor‐Meegan Wingate‐Mickles Graduation Asst. Coordinator‐Nicole Dunn Diagnostician‐Gesille Stuberfield Magnet School Coordinator‐Dr. Donna Prudhomme WEST BROOK HIGH SCHOOL Principal‐William Daniels Counselor‐Danielle Sinegal Counselor‐Jocelyn Liedy Counselor‐Tamara Zingelmann Diagnostician‐ Virginia Combs Graduation Asst. Coordinator‐Deborah Tidwell TAYLOR CAREER CENTER Principal‐Thom Campbell‐Amons CATE Counselor‐Miranda Phillips PATHWAYS LEARNING CENTER Principal‐Jessie Kibbles Lead Counselor‐Joan Garza CATE Counselor‐Wilma Gibbs Counselor‐ Lisa Roccaforte Registrar‐Patty Ervin Diagnostician‐Karol Howell Director‐Pat Calhoun Counselor‐Deborah Barideaux‐Rowe PAUL A. BROWN CENTER Principal‐Elvena Colbert ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Coordinator of Guidance Services‐Birdie Harrison BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements Lead Counselor‐Davetta Merrick Counselor‐Janice Chavis CATE Counselor‐Jay Guillory Registrar‐Rose Johnson Diagnostician‐Tara Carter Counselor‐Paula Hood Crisis Counselor‐Marshan Hadley Secretary‐Zelda Schaefer iv 2012‐2013 BEAUMONT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Secondary Course Offerings, Grades 9 – 12 ***The 2012‐2013 Graduation Requirements as stated in this booklet depends on Texas Education House Bill 3.*** TABLE OF CONTENTS Areas of Interest ..................................................................................... PAGE I. II. III. IV. Use of this Bulletin ....................................................................................... 1 High School Graduation Requirements ........................................................ 1 STAAR EOC as 15% of the Final Course Grade ……………………………………………..2 Graduation Programs ................................................................................... 6 i.
Graduation Requirements . …………………………………………………………7 a. Minimum High School Program ......................................... 7 b. Recommended High School Program ................................ 8 c. Distinguished Achievement Program ................................ 9 d. Classification of Students ................................................ 11 V. Rank in Class .............................................................................................. 12 VI. Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Honor Graduate ............................................. 13 VII. Suggestions for Students Planning to Attend College ................................. 14 VIII. College Entrance and Advanced Placement Tests ....................................... 14 IX. Financial Aid .............................................................................................. 15 X. Texas Scholars ........................................................................................... 15 XI. Texas Grant ................................................................................................ 16 XII. Technology Application Credit Courses ...................................................... 17 XIII. Special Education ....................................................................................... 18 XIV. Vocational Adjustment Class ...................................................................... 19 XV. Dyslexia ..................................................................................................... 19 XVI. Entrance from Non‐Accredited Schools ...................................................... 19 XVII. Alternative Schools .................................................................................... 19 XVIII. Taylor Career Center .................................................................................. 20 XIX. Teenage Alternative Pregnancy and Parenting Program ............................. 20 XX. Summer School, Correspondence, Credit by Examination without Prior Instruction and Credit by Examination for Acceleration ............................. 20 XXI. Honors Classes, Advanced Placement Courses, Dual Credit Classes and Gifted/Talented Programs ......................................................................... 21 BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements v 2012‐2013 Regular Course Offerings Athletics .................................................................................................... 23 Career and Technology Education .............................................................. 27 Youth Leadership Organizations....................................................... 27 Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources ......................................... 27 Architecture and Construction ......................................................... 28 Arts, A/V Technology and Communications ..................................... 30 Business Management and Administration ...................................... 30 Career Orientation ........................................................................... 31 Education and Training .................................................................... 32 Finance ............................................................................................ 32 Health Science ................................................................................. 33 Hospitality and Tourism ................................................................... 34 Human Services ............................................................................... 35 Information Technology ................................................................... 36 Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security .................................... 37 Manufacturing ................................................................................. 38 Marketing ........................................................................................ 39 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ........................ 39 Transportation, Distribution and Logistics ........................................ 39 Driver Education ........................................................................................ 41 Dual Enrollment Credit Course ................................................................... 42 English, Reading and Language Arts Sequences ......................................... 46 English Language Arts ................................................................................ 47 English Language Arts Electives .................................................................. 50 Fine Arts .................................................................................................... 53 Foreign Languages ..................................................................................... 58 Innovative Courses .................................................................................... 61 Mathematics Sequences ............................................................................ 63 Mathematics ............................................................................................. 64 Mathematics Electives . ……………………………………………………………………………67 Naval Science (R.O.T.C.) ............................................................................. 68 Science Sequences ..................................................................................... 69 Science ....................................................................................................... 70 Science Electives ........................................................................................ 75 Social Studies Sequences ........................................................................... 76 Social Studies ............................................................................................. 77 Social Studies Electives .............................................................................. 80 Technology Applications ............................................................................ 81 Central High School‐Medical Magnet Program ..................................................... 83 Ozen High School‐Fine Arts Magnet Program ........................................................ 85 BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements vi 2012‐2013 2012‐2013 COURSE OFFERINGS AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Beaumont Independent School District Grades 9‐12 I. USE OF THIS BULLETIN During regularly planned orientation and registration sessions, teachers, counselors, and principals will help students with course choices for the succeeding year. Students and parents should consult with school personnel regarding any questions not answered in the planned guidance sessions. II. HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS In high school, The State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) will replace the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) for the school year 2012‐2013 and thereafter. The STAAR End‐
of‐Course (EOC) Assessments will include 12 end‐of–course exams. The Texas Legislature mandates the end‐of‐course assessments taken in the following content areas: o
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Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II English I, English II, English III Biology, Chemistry, Physics World Geography, World History, US History To graduate, a student must achieve a cumulative score at least equal to the number of assessments taken in that content area according to the student’s graduation plan. See graduation plans listed below. o Minimum Plan (MHSP) – For students on the MHSP, the cumulative score requirement is based on number of courses for which a STAAR End‐of‐Course (EOC) assessment exists. o Recommended Plan (RHSP) ‐ Students under the RHSP must take all twelve STAAR EOC assessments and meet the cumulative score requirement in each of the four foundation content areas. In addition, these students must achieve satisfactory performance on the STAAR EOC assessments in Algebra II and English III in order to receive a diploma under the RHSP. o Distinguished Plan (DAP) ‐ Students under the DAP must take all twelve STAAR EOC assessments and meet the cumulative score requirement in each of the four foundation content areas. In addition, these students must meet the college readiness performance standard on the STAAR EOC assessments in Algebra II and English III in order to receive a diploma under the distinguished achievement plan. •
In order to graduate, the student must achieve minimum scores on each assessment and achieve a cumulative minimum scaled score. •
For students receiving special education services, assessment decisions are made by the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee. o Modified assessments will be developed for nine of the twelve STAAR EOC assessments. Modified assessments are not being developed for Algebra II, chemistry, or physics as these courses are not required on the Minimum High School Program (MHSP) and all students taking STAAR Modified assessments are on the MHSP because they are receiving modified instruction. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 1 2012‐2013 (HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, cont’d) o The STAAR Alternate assessments will be very similar in design to the current TAKS‐Alt assessments. Students will continue to perform standardized assessment tasks linked to the grade‐level TEKS that measure student progress on skills aligned with the academic grade‐level content standards. • Graduates of each high school are awarded the same type of diploma. The Academic Achievement Record (transcript), rather than the diploma, records individual accomplishments, achievements, and courses completed and displays appropriate graduation seals. • All units for graduation shall be earned in grades 9‐12, with the exception of Health, Pre AP Algebra I, BCIS and Communication Application which will be earned in the eighth grade. Odom Academy students may be allowed to earn additional graduation credits in Pre AP English I, Foreign Language, Health, Pre AP Geometry and Pre AP World Geography. Smith Magnet students may be allowed to earn additional graduation credits in Pre AP Algebra I, Pre AP Geometry, Biology and Health. • Odom Academy students who attend Ozen High School may receive credit for Art I. • Smith Magnet School students, who attend Central Medical Magnet High School, will receive high school credit for the following courses completed‐‐Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry, Biology, Health, Principles of Health Science/Medical Terminology. • An out‐of‐state or out‐of‐country transfer student (including foreign exchange students) or a transfer student from a Texas nonpublic school is eligible to receive a Texas diploma, but must complete all requirements to satisfy state and BISD graduation requirements. Any course credit required in this section that is not completed by the student before he or she enrolls in a Texas school district may be satisfied through taking an approved correspondence course, distance learning or credit by examination. • The Academic Achievement Record (AAR) is an official and permanent record of a student’s academic performance during high school and, in some cases, of high school courses completed in middle school or junior high school (TEC §28.025(c)). Entries on this state document of actual courses taken, grades earned, credit awarded, and codes denoting special explanations must be consistent with teachers’ records and the student’s individual education plan (IEP), when applicable. Entries may not be altered or removed except to correct errors. Error corrections must be fully explained on the AAR. Failure to maintain the AAR accurately, or any attempt to alter the document with intent to use it for fraudulent purposes is a misdemeanor (TEC §25.001 (h)). An AAR must be completed for all students enrolled in a high school program. • All numerical grades on the AAR (transcript) will be counted in computing the grade point average. GPA will be calculated at the end of each semester and at the end of summer school for 9th, 10th and 11th grades. Seniors’ (only) GPA will be calculated at mid‐term of the 5th six week grading period for final ranking. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 2 2012‐2013 III. STAAR EOC AS 15% OF THE FINAL COURSE GRADE The 2012‐2013 End‐of‐Course (EOC) and 15%‐Beaumont Independent School District reserves the right to change or modify its’ policy/ procedures related to EOC and 15% because of TEA or legislative actions. • Students first enrolled in grade 9 or below in the 2012‐2013 school year will be required to take the STAAR End of Course (EOC) assessments for courses in which they are enrolled as part of their graduation requirements and will no longer take TAKS. •
As outlined in state statute, the score a student receives on a STAAR EOC assessment is required to count for 15% of the student’s final grade in the course. (There is no corresponding requirement for students taking a STAAR Modified EOC or STAAR Alternate EOC assessment. For the purposes of implementing this statutory requirement, a standardized grade will be added to the scale score in three performance categories to determine a Final Course Grade. In EOC courses, the Final Course Grade will determine credit, GPA and class rank. •
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A student who meets the Commended Level is assigned a standardized grade of 100 and earns 15 pts. toward the Final Course Grade. A student who meets the Standard Level is a assigned a standardized grade of 80 and earns 12 pts. toward the Final Course Grade. A student who fails to meet the Standard Level is assigned a standardized grade of 60 and earns 9 pts. toward the Final Course Grade.
A student who meets the Commended * Scale Scores may vary by test and administration •
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The District shall award grades for courses taken based on the current semester system. The first semester grade will be an average of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Six Weeks. The second semester grade will be an average of the 4th, 5th, and 6th Six Weeks. The first semester grade and the second semester grade will be averaged to determine a Course Average. This Course Average will then count towards 85% of a Final Grade, with the other 15% coming from the EOC. •
If the Final Course Grade is 70 or above, the student will receive Full Credit for the course. (STAAR EOC AS 15% OF THE FINAL COURSE GRADE, cont’d) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 3 2012‐2013 RETESTS •
Students may retake an EOC exam at any time according to the designated testing scheduled in order to achieve the minimum standard as established by the Texas Education Commissioner and/or to improve their overall cumulative score required for graduation. •
Retakes of EOC exams will be included as fifteen percent (15%) of the student’s Final Course Grade only if the retake score allows a student to gain credit for a course. Retest scores will count for GPA and Class Rank calculations only if taken in the summer immediately following the initial test. Students may retest as many times as needed to meet the minimum score, however, grade point average will not be recalculated. •
A 65 is the lowest average a student can earn and be brought from failing average to passing average by passing the EOC with Commended Performance. (STAAR EOC AS 15% OF THE FINAL COURSE GRADE, cont’d) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 4 2012‐2013 15% END OF COURSE CALCULATIONS Multiplier Course Avg. (Sem. 1 & Sem. 2) Prior to EOC Final Course Grade if Student Meets Commended Level Student Earns
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85% Course Grade Prior to EOC Final Course Final Course Grade Grade if Student if Student Meets Did Not Meet Standard Level Standard Student Earns Student Earns
12 pts. 9 pts.
100 x [0.85] = 85.00 100 97.00 94.00 99 x [0.85] = 84.15 99.15 96.15 93.15 98 x [0.85] = 83.30 98.3 95.30 92.30 97 x [0.85] = 82.45 97.45 94.45 91.45 96 x [0.85] = 81.60 96.6 93.60 90.60 95 x [0.85] = 80.75 95.75 92.75 89.75 94 x [0.85] = 79.90 94.9 91.90 88.90 93 x [0.85] = 79.05 94.05 91.05 88.05 92 x [0.85] = 78.20 93.2 90.20 87.20 91 x [0.85] = 77.35 92.35 89.35 86.35 90 x [0.85] = 76.50 91.5 88.50 85.50 89 x [0.85] = 75.65 90.65 87.65 84.65 88 x [0.85] = 74.80 89.8 86.80 83.80 87 x [0.85] = 73.95 88.95 85.95 82.95 86 x [0.85] = 73.10 88.1 85.10 82.10 85 x [0.85] = 72.25 87.25 84.25 81.25 84 x [0.85] = 71.40 86.4 83.40 80.40 83 x [0.85] = 70.55 85.55 82.55 79.55 82 x [0.85] = 69.70 84.7 81.70 78.70 81 x [0.85] = 68.85 83.85 80.85 77.85 80 x [0.85] = 68.00 83 80.00 77.00 79 x [0.85] = 67.15 82.15 79.15 76.15 78 x [0.85] = 66.30 81.3 78.30 75.30 77 x [0.85] = 65.45 80.45 77.45 74.45 76 x [0.85] = 64.60 79.6 76.60 73.60 75 x [0.85] = 63.75 78.75 75.75 72.75 74 x [0.85] = 62.90 77.9 74.90 71.90 73 x [0.85] = 62.05 77.05 74.05 71.05 72 x [0.85] = 61.20 76.2 73.20 70.20 71 x [0.85] = 60.35 75.35 72.35 69.35 70 x [0.85] = 59.50 74.5 71.50 68.50 Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 5 2012‐2013 IV. GRADUATION PROGRAMS Graduation Programs Available for Students: • Minimum High School Program • Recommended High School Program • Distinguished Achievement Program Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 6 2012‐2013 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS In accordance with State Law and State School Board Policy, three high school programs will be offered—a Minimum High School Program, a Recommended High School Program, and a Distinguished Achievement Program, which will be distinguished by a special seal, attached to the Academic Achievement Record (AAR). Graduation requirements under the three programs will be as follows: MINIMUM HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM The Minimum High School Program constitutes several changes for students graduating in the year 2012 and thereafter. A student must earn at least 24 credits to complete the Minimum High School Program. For students on the MHSP, the cumulative score requirement is based on number of courses for which a STAAR End‐of‐Course (EOC) assessment exists. A student must demonstrate proficiency in the following: Minimum High School Program 2012‐Thereafter English 4 credits Mathematics 3 credits Science 2 credits World History 1 credit World Geography 1 credit U. S. History Since Reconstruction 1 credit Government ½ credit Economics ½ credit Physical Education 1 credit‐Required Health ½ credit‐Elective Technology 1 credit‐Elective Speech ½ credit Academic Elective* 1 credit Fine Arts 1 credit Electives 7 ½ credits TOTAL 25.5 credits 24 credits (needed for graduation) All Beaumont Independent School District students will be on the Recommended High School Program, unless they select to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program. In order for a student to graduate under the Minimum Program a parent or legal guardian must contact the high school, in writing, with the date on the letter informing the school of their desire for a change in the graduation program. A meeting must be held with the counselor and a form letter must be signed and filed in the student’s cumulative folder BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 7 2012‐2013 RECOMMENDED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM The Recommended Program requires an additional unit of science above the Minimum Program and two (2) units of Foreign Language not required in the Minimum Program. A student must earn at least 26 credits to complete the Recommended High School Program. Students under the RHSP must take all twelve STAAR EOC assessments and meet the cumulative score requirement in each of the four foundation content areas. In addition, these students must achieve satisfactory performance on the STAAR EOC assessments in Algebra II and English III in order to receive a diploma under the RHSP. A student must demonstrate proficiency in the following: Recommended High School Program 2012‐Thereafter English 4 credits
Mathematics 4 credits
Science 4 credits
Languages Other Than English
2 credits
World History Studies 1 credit
World Geography Studies 1 credit
U. S. History Since Reconstruction
1 credit
Government ½ credit
Economics ½ credit
Physical Education 1 credit‐Required
Health ½ credit‐Elective
Technology Applications 1 credit‐Elective
Fine Arts 1 credit
Speech ½ credit
Electives 5 ½ credits
TOTAL 27.5 credits
26 credits (needed for graduation)
*All Beaumont Independent School District students will be on the Recommended High School Program unless they select to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program. In order for a student to graduate under the Minimum Program a parent or legal guardian must contact the high school, in writing, with the date on the letter informing the school of their desire for a change in the graduation program. A meeting must be held with the counselor and a form letter must be signed and filed in the student’s cumulative folder. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 8 2012‐2013 DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM The Distinguished Achievement Program recognizes students who demonstrate levels of performance equivalent to college students or work done by professionals in the arts, sciences, business, industry, or in community service. A student must earn at least 26 credits to complete the Distinguished Achievement High School Program. Students under the DAP must take all twelve STAAR EOC assessments and meet the cumulative score requirement in each of the four foundation content areas. In addition, these students must meet the college readiness performance standard on the STAAR EOC assessments in Algebra II and English III in order to receive a diploma under the distinguished achievement plan. A student must demonstrate proficiency in the following: Distinguished High School Program 2012‐Thereafter English 4 credits
Mathematics 4 credits
Science 4 credits
Languages Other Than English
3 credits
World History Studies 1 credit
World Geography Studies 1 credit
U. S. History Since Reconstruction
1 credit
Government ½ credit
Economics ½ credit
Physical Education 1 credit‐Required
Health ½ credit‐Elective
Technology Applications 1 credit‐Elective
Fine Arts 1 credit
Speech ½ credit
Electives 4 ½ credits
TOTAL 27.5 credits
26 credits (needed for graduation) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 9 2012‐2013 (DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM, cont’d) ADVANCED MEASURES: In addition to completing 26 credits listed in the Distinguished Achievement Program, students must achieve any combination of four of the following advanced measures. Original research/projects may not be used for more than two of the four advanced measures. The measures must focus on demonstrated student performance at the college or professional level. Student performance on advanced measures must be accessed through an external review process. The student may choose from the following options: (1) original research/project that is: (A) judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project, or (B) conducted under the direction of mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience, and (C) related to the required curriculum set forth in §74.1 of this title (relating to Essential Knowledge and Skills); (2) test data where a student receives: (A) a score of three or above on the College Board Advanced Placement examination, (B) a score of four or above on an International Baccalaureate examination, or (C) a score on the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test PSAT that qualifies the student for recognition as a commended scholar or higher by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, as part of the National Hispanic Scholar Program of the College Board or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding African American Students of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The PSAT score shall count as only one advanced measure regardless of the number of honors received by the student; or (3) college academic courses and tech‐prep articulated college courses with a grade of 3.0 or higher. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 10 2012‐2013 CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS Classification Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Required 0‐5 Credits 6 Credits 12 Credits 18 Credits THE CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS MUST BE ADHERED TO AS REQUIRED BY BOARD POLICY. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 11 2012‐2013 V. Rank in Class Rank is determined by grades made during the freshman, sophomore, and junior years in addition to the first semester and through the 5th six weeks of the senior year (grades 9, 10, 11, 12). All subjects in which a numerical grade is given shall be used in evaluating rank. Courses taken for high school credit in middle school will count toward graduation requirements and rank in class. For the purpose of determining rank in class, as well as for determining honor students, the following grade point scale will be used: GRADE EARNED 100 99 98 97 96 95 94 93 92 91 90 89 88 87 86 85 84 83 82 81 80 79 78 77 76 75 74 73 72 71 70 GRADE POINT EQUIVALENCIES PRE‐AP AP/HONORS ADVANCED REGULAR Points ½ Points Points ½ Points Points ½ Points 5.0 4.9 4.8 4.7 4.6 4.5 4.4 4.3 4.2 4.1 4.0 3.9 3.8 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 2.5 2.45 2.4 2.35 2.3 2.25 2.2 2.15 2.1 2.05 2.0 1.95 1.9 1.85 1.8 1.75 1.7 1.65 1.6 1.55 1.5 1.45 1.4 1.35 1.3 1.25 1.2 1.15 1.1 1.05 1.0 BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 4.5 4.4 4.3 4.2 4.1 4.0 3.9 3.8 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 2.25 2.2 2.15 2.1 2.05 2.0 1.95 1.9 1.85 1.8 1.75 1.7 1.65 1.6 1.55 1.5 1.45 1.4 1.35 1.3 1.25 1.2 1.15 1.1 1.05 1.0 .95 .9 .85 .8 .75 4.0 3.9 3.8 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1.0 2.0 1.95 1.9 1.85 1.8 1.75 1.7 1.65 1.6 1.55 1.5 1.45 1.4 1.35 1.3 1.25 1.2 1.15 1.1 1.05 1.0 .95 .9 .85 .8 .75 .7 .65 .6 .55 .5 12 2012‐2013 (RANK IN CLASS, cont’d) Example: A student who has the following scores on a semester report card will have his/her grade point average figured as follows: 1st Semester 2nd Semester Course Grade Points Grade Points English II 91 1.55 90 1.50 Algebra II H 86 1.80 89 1.95 Biology I 95 1.75 94 1.70 World History Studies 99 1.95 99 1.95 Health I 80 1.00 P.E. 76 .8 Speech 80 1.00 85 1.25 Art I 92 1.60 97 1.85 10.65 11.00 1st semester GPA 10.65/3.5=3.04 2 semester Cumulative GPA 10.65 + 11.00 = 21.65/7 = 3.09 nd
VI. Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Honor Graduate A. Students desiring to reach any of the levels named should take Advanced Placement / Honors courses in the earliest year possible. Course planning should begin as the student enters the eighth grade. Students and parents are encouraged to consult with school counselors and to attend any orientation meetings. B. The student with the highest grade point average in each high school shall be named valedictorian. The student with the second highest grade point average shall be named salutatorian. The grade point average for these two shall not be limited to the hundredth place. If there is a tie, those tied receive the same honor. Other policies include: 1. All semester courses in which a numerical grade is given, including BCIS, Health, Communications Applications, Algebra I in the eighth grade are used in averaging. Odom Academy and Smith Middle School students will be allowed other credit courses. 2. If the same course is taken a second time, both grades shall show on the AAR (transcript) and shall be counted toward the grade point average (G.P.A.) 3. Certain courses are specified by the district to receive additional grade points. 4. To be valedictorian or salutatorian, the student shall have attended the same high school for four consecutive semesters. 5. The provisions governing the selection of the valedictorian and salutatorian shall be the same as those used in the ranking of senior students, except that grades earned through the fifth six week grading period of the senior year will be included. C. An honor graduate shall have a grade point average of 3.00; the average shall not be rounded up. D. The top 20% of the honor graduates will be designated Magna Cum Laude; the remaining honor graduates will be designated Cum Laude. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 13 2012‐2013 VII. Suggestions for Students Planning to Attend College Typical Minimum Entrance Requirements: As there is such a wide variation in the entrance requirements of various colleges, it is very difficult to list a typical or minimum entrance pattern. Although the counselors maintain a college bulletin file, it is recommended that students secure current bulletins from the colleges they may consider attending and select high school courses which will meet the entrance requirements for these colleges. Students should note that the entrance requirements vary within departments or divisions of a college. For example, engineering schools require that students present additional units in mathematics and science. Foreign Languages: Some colleges require two years of foreign language, some require three years, and others do not require any. Required Credits and Limitations on Electives: The number of electives allowed for admission varies considerably among colleges and sometimes only a limited number of certain types of electives are accepted. Students should check carefully to determine the limitations placed by the college of their choice on the number of electives allowed in a certain subject area or in a combination of certain subject areas. Specific College Degrees: Students should consider whether the minimum entrance requirements would provide adequate background for the courses required by colleges for specific degrees. BISD encourages our students to select the Recommended or Distinguished Programs. Rank in Class: All state‐supported colleges accept those students who rank in the top 10 percent of their class (exemption: University of Texas, Austin‐top 8 percent). Their school must notify students when they are ranked in the spring. VIII. College Entrance and Advanced Placement Tests The ACT or SAT Test is required by most colleges. Usually it is recommended that students take the ACT and/or SAT Test during the spring of their junior year or fall of their senior year. Students should consult college bulletins to determine required or recommended tests and test deadlines. (www.collegeboard.com) (www.act.org) The College Board PSAT, a short version of the SAT Test, is offered on a voluntary basis and is given in combination with the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) it is designed to assist talented students in obtaining scholarships. The results are also valuable for guidance of the individual student. (www.collegeboard.com) Advanced Placement curriculum in many subjects is available at all high schools. This curriculum will prepare students for Advanced Placement tests in various subjects to be offered in the spring. (See page 19) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 14 2012‐2013 (COLLEGE ENTRANCE AND ADVANCE PLACEMENT TESTS, cont’d) The College Board Advanced Placement (AP) tests are offered in the spring semester. The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests are given monthly at various testing centers. Both tests are voluntary. Participating colleges may award Advanced Placement, credit, or both, for satisfactory performance on these examinations. Students should consult college bulletins and counselors for additional information. College credit may also be given for the SAT II or departmental examination. (www.collegeboard.com) The Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) is designed to ensure that all students attending public colleges and universities in Texas have the reading, mathematics, and writing skills necessary to perform effectively in college‐level course work. Students must take the test prior to accumulating nine (9) or more college‐level semester credit hours or the equivalent. Remedial activities will be required for those students who do not pass the THEA test. Scoring high on the TAKS, ACT, or SAT Test can keep one from having to take the THEA. Students should follow the directions of the schools to which they have been accepted. Students should check with the counselor for additional information. (www.collegeboard.com) IX. Financial Aid Financial aid is available to help qualified students pay for education beyond high school. It is very important to begin planning early. Information can be obtained from counselors and from the college financial aid officer. Financial Aid may include scholarships, loans, grants, and work study programs. (www.fafsa.gov) X. Texas Scholars What is the Texas Scholars Program? The Texas Scholars Program is a course of study that encourages students to take more demanding classes in high school. It provides an education that prepares students to enter a technical school, a community college, a university, or the work force. A joint effort of school districts and the business community, the Texas Scholars Program is endorsed by colleges and universities, the Texas Education Agency, the Texas Business and Education Coalition and Beaumont Independent School District. A student must complete the Recommended High School Program. Why become a Texas Scholar? • The benefits of becoming a Texas Scholar include the chance to be accepted in a recognized college/university • Funds for college tuition and fees • Acquiring advanced skills • Improving your decision‐making and critical thinking • Opportunities for placement with higher salaries in the job market locally and internationally BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 15 2012‐2013 (TEXAS SCHOLARS, cont’d) Colleges, universities and employers care about an applicant’s overall education, not just his or her grade‐point average. They want people who have completed a demanding course of study in high school. Special Texas Scholars seals are put on the transcripts of students who complete the program and when looking at transcripts many employers give preference in hiring to Texas Scholars. They want applicants who have perhaps earned C’s in harder classes than higher grades in easy classes. XI. Texas Grant The grant program gives money to Texas high school students who take classes in high school to prepare for college and who need help paying for their college expenses. To obtain a TEXAS Grant you must: • be a Texas resident • complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to demonstrate financial aid need, • graduate from a public or accredited private high school in Texas no earlier than fall 2012, • complete the Recommended or the Distinguished Achievement High School Program, • enroll at least ¾ time in an undergraduate degree or certificate program, and • maintain a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. If you stay in college and continue to meet the requirements, you may receive TEXAS Grant awards for up to 150 semester credit hours or six years, whichever comes first. You May Apply Contact the financial aid office at the college or university you plan to attend, your high school counselor (www.collegefortexans.com). Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 16 2012‐2013 XII. TECHNOLOGY APPLICATION CREDIT COURSES The courses listed in the chart below will count as your Technology Application credit for graduation. TECHNOLOGY APPLICATION ELECTIVE CREDIT COURSES Campuses Offering Course Courses Central Ozen Computer Science I (Regular) X X Computer Science I (Pre AP) X X X Webmastering X X X Multimedia X Digital Graphics and Animation X Video Production X Advanced Broadcast Technology X X X X Business Computer Information Systems I X X X Business Computer Information Systems II X X X Technology Application Independent Study West Brook Advanced Office Technology I Taylor Career Center Advanced Office Technology II Taylor Career Center X The following Career and Technical Education courses can be substituted for the Technology Application credit. • Automotive Technician I & II • Culinary Arts I & II • Building Construction • Graphic Design I & II • Building Maintenance • Health Science II & III • Child Guidance I & II • Manicure Specialty I & II • Collision Repair and Refinishing • Metal Fabrication I & II Technology I & II • Petrochemical Plant Process I & II • Computer Maintenance • Ready, Set, Teach • Computer Technology • Welding I & II • Cosmetology I & II Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 17 2012‐2013 XIII. Special Education A number of special education programs are offered at the middle and senior high school levels. These programs are described as follows: A. Deaf Education Students enrolled in the deaf education program (Regional Day School Program for the Deaf) attend classes at South Park Middle School and West Brook High School, where interpreting in sign language is available. Deaf Ed students may attend vocational education classes. Deaf Ed students may be enrolled in any or a combination of any, of the following programs: Mainstream: Enrolled in regular education and/or vocational education classes with or without an interpreter. Modified Deaf Education: Enrolled in deaf education classes, taught by a teacher of the deaf. Essential elements are taught on each student’s level, unless an Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee determines these elements to be inappropriate. B. Severe and Profoundly Handicapped Students who have multiple handicapping conditions and/or are medically fragile are served at the Oaks Buckner Children’s Village. They graduate based on completion of their IEP and/or aging out of the program. C. Life Skills Students who have one or more severely disabling conditions have a variety of program options for graduation as determined by the ARD Committee. Individual student plans reflect life skills in natural environments of community, vocation, recreation, domestic, and classroom. Graduation is recommended when the student completes IEP objectives or reaches the age of 22. D. Mainstream Mainstreamed students attend all regular education classes. They receive minor modifications in the regular program and/or required related services in order to benefit fully from the program. E. Inclusion Least restrictive placement is designed for students with identified special needs where services and resources are delivered within the general educational program. F. Speech Any student in the district who is age 3 through 21 may be referred for an evaluation in speech and/or language. If the evaluation shows a significant delay in speech or language development, the student may qualify for speech therapy. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 18 2012‐2013 (SPECIAL EDUCATION ,cont’d) G. Blind and Visually Impaired For visually handicapped, deaf/blind, and hearing impaired students; a program is designed from birth to age 21. H. Adaptive Behavior Units Students experiencing emotional problems and diagnosed as emotionally disturbed are being served in a variety of instructional arrangements. I. Hospital/Homebound Students The Beaumont Independent School District offers hospital/homebound services for qualifying students. XIV. Vocational Adjustment Class The Vocational Adjustment Class at the high school is a work‐study program. Emphasis is placed upon acquiring educational skills necessary for becoming a successful employee. Students who work in part‐time training/employment less than four hours per day receive a minimum of two hours of classroom instruction per day. Students who are in full‐time employment receive a minimum of one hour a week of job related instruction. Students are eligible for VAC as juniors and/or seniors. All jobs must meet the standards of the Beaumont Independent School District. XV. Dyslexia The BISD Dyslexia Program assists students who exhibit symptoms of Dyslexia. Dyslexia trained teachers services are available at each campus. XVI. Entrance from Non‐Accredited Schools Students entering the Beaumont Independent School District after having attended non‐
accredited schools will be enrolled on probation. After completing credit by exams in the core courses, students will then be placed at proper grade level. Contact your principal for details. XVII. Alternative Schools A. Pathways Learning Center Pathways Learning Center is a facility established by the Beaumont Independent School District to provide an alternative to student suspension. Entry to Pathways is based upon placement from each campus. Through this program an opportunity is provided for students to continue their education in a strict environment. B. Brown Center A student who is two or more years behind his grade level and meets other criteria may apply. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 19 2012‐2013 XVIII. Taylor Career Center Taylor Career Center offers 15 career and technology programs which emphasize the application of learning. All courses emphasize higher order thinking skills, work attitudes, and occupation specific skills. Twelve of the programs have Articulation Agreements with local Technical Schools, giving students the opportunity to earn college credit towards an Associate’s Degree. Several programs are taught by LIT instructors, enabling students to be dually enrolled in BISD and Lamar Institute of Technology. Some programs are part of Tech. Prep. Students enrolled in these courses are exposed to rigorous technical training and can earn credit toward an Associate Degree. XIX. Teenage Alternative Pregnancy and Parenting Program The Beaumont Independent School District provides an educational program for pregnant and parenting students. Students enrolled in the TAPP program are enrolled and attend classes at any middle or high school campus. Pregnant students may choose to be a part of the pull‐out program and attend classes on a separate campus. Child care services are offered free of charge at the district’s child care facility, Cradles‐N‐Cribs, to identified TAPP students. XX. Summer School, Correspondence, Credit by Examination without Prior Instruction, Credit by Examination for Acceleration, Credit Re‐capture, Plato and Dual Credit. In addition to the regular fall and spring semesters, students may earn credit in any of the following programs for which they qualify: A. Summer School: For advancement courses (only 1 credit can be earned) each summer. For courses failed ‐ up to 2 credits may be earned each summer. B. Correspondence Courses: A maximum of two credits may be earned from state‐
approved universities. C. Credit by Examination: Students may use credit by examination to demonstrate mastery in core curriculum and foreign language courses at the secondary level, with the prior approval of the appropriate administrator. Students who earned credit(s) prior to grades 9‐12 in a public school district, credit(s) shall be transcribed on the AAR (Academic Achievement Record). All other students shall be allowed credit upon successful completion of proficiency exam. Students without prior instruction must score 90% or above. Students with prior instruction must score 70% or above. The grade received on the proficiency exam will be the grade transcribed for the course. Such examinations shall assess the student’s mastery of the TEKS and shall be approved by the Superintendent or designee. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 20 2012‐2013 D. PLATO: PLATO is a computer instructed, individualized, self‐paced curriculum. It is a complete, detailed course program that is correlated with the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills with all objectives stated clearly. It is also a system of continual evaluation and restructuring as necessary to meet the needs of the students. Students have an opportunity to earn course credit and graduate from high school. E. Young Adult Night School: A maximum of two (2) credits may be earned toward graduation. See principal for details. F. Credit Re‐capture: A maximum of two (2) credits may be earned toward graduation. See principal for details. G. Dual Credit: A distance learning class. Credits may be earned toward graduation and college credits. See principal for details. XXI. Honors Classes, Advanced Placement Courses, Dual Credit Classes and Gifted/Talented Programs A. IHP, Pre‐AP, Advanced Placement Classes: For some students the work presented in the regular curriculum may not be sufficiently challenging. Thus, enriched or honors classes are provided to offer more flexibility, greater acceleration of subject matter and better provision for independent study. Quality of work and the opportunity for creativity and imagination are primary objectives of courses of this type. By their depth and breadth, the courses challenge the students' minds and satisfy their curiosities and desires for learning. All courses that are designated as IHP, Pre‐AP or AP receive the same grade points. B. Credit for Transfers to BISD: Grades for a transfer student will be evaluated on the same basis as for students within our district. Honors credit for transfers will be given for the honors courses available to students in our district, provided they are identified as honors on the transcript. (Honors include all Advanced Placement courses.) The Superintendent/designee shall approve exceptions. C. Advanced Placement Courses (AP): Advanced Placement (AP) courses, designed to expand educational opportunities for qualified students, are developed by the College Board. All teachers of AP courses have received formal instruction at College Board‐
sponsored conferences and institutes. AP courses usually require more work outside of class time on the part of the students than do other courses. AP courses earn one extra grade point per course. AP courses prepare students to take AP examinations. As a result of scoring at a designated level on an AP exam, students may earn college credit or may test out of a course and advance to the next course, or both. All Beaumont high schools participate in the AP program. AP curricula are offered in the following courses and at the following schools: BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 21 2012‐2013 (HONORS CLASSES, ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES, DUAL CREDIT CLASSES AND GIFTED/TALENTED PROGRAMS, cont’d) AP Course West Brook Ozen Central English III AP X X X English IV AP X X X Calculus AB AP X X X Calculus BC AP X X X Statistics AP X X X Biology AP X X X Chemistry AP X X X Physics AP X X X Physics B AP X X X Environmental Sys. AP X X X European History X U. S. History AP X X X World History AP X X X Government AP X X X Economics AP X X X Art History AP X Studio Art AP X Music Theory AP X X X Spanish IV & V X X X French IV & V X X X Latin IV & V X X X Spanish IV & V X X X French IV, & V X X X German IV & V X X X Dual Credit X X X Other courses may be added as needed at all high schools. There may be other courses where AP testing is available. See grade level counselor for details. D. Gifted/Talented Programs: Students who are identified as Gifted and Talented (G/T) will have the opportunity to enroll in Humanities I, II, III and IV or the Pegasus Program at Odom. The content of the curriculum will provide the opportunity to engage in more elaborate, complex and in‐depth studies of major ideas, problems, and themes that integrate knowledge in the Social Sciences, English and the Arts. Leadership and communication skills are incorporated into the Humanities curriculum. In the twelfth grade, students will work with mentors from the professional community to develop in‐
depth studies of areas of particular interest to them. Students at all levels participate in Mock Trial, Future Problem Solving and Odyssey of the Mind competitions. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 22 2012‐2013 ATHLETICS, HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION Health Education, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0101) The course includes skills for physical and mental health, information for understanding, public health issues, nutrition, knowledge of the various body systems, training in CPR techniques for first aid, drug education, family living and healthy lifestyles, community health, disease and safety. Health II, Advanced Health Education, Grade 10‐12, ½ credit, [Elective] (0201) This course gives a carefully formulated philosophy with identified content areas, a model for character development, decision making skills that can prevent harm to one’s health, and a list of behavioral objectives and life skills to be accomplished. Physical Education, Co‐Ed‐Foundation of Personal Fitness, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit, (one semester) (0602) Foundation is a one‐semester, one‐half credit course that serves as a foundation for all physical education classes. This course will elaborate on the need for fitness, distinguishing between health‐
related fitness and skill related fitness, and present the various components of fitness. Physical Education, Medical Physical Education, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit, [Physically Handicapped] (0301) Prerequisite ‐ Student must have some physical handicap and must have a physician’s statement. Students must obtain a physician’s statement directing teachers to acceptable activities suitable for this individual or student. Only students whose physical activities have been restricted for a set period of time should be placed in this class. Physical Education, Fitness for Life, Co‐Ed, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0102) (Fall) (1102) (Spring) Secondary Physical Education Fitness. We will connect lifetime fitness skills and health related concepts in a comprehensive 9‐week course. This incorporates daily fitness enhancing activities, is fun for students, and goes beyond simple recreation. The student learns the nuts and bolts for lifetime fitness as they assess their own fitness levels, develop personal fitness goals, monitor their progress, and celebrate their successes. Physical Education, Co‐Ed, Grades 11‐12, Elective, ½ credit (0210) Student will participate in varied physical activities that should be continued throughout life such as: aerobics, bowling, golf, tennis, walking/running, weight training, and badminton. Students will participate daily in conditioning activities that develop total fitness. Students will be able to assess individual fitness levels. Drill/P.E., Grades 9‐11, Elective, ½ credit (0601) (Fall semester) Preparation for Drill Team Tryouts (Pre‐Drill) NO FINE ARTS CREDIT AWARDED, ONLY P.E. CREDIT. Drill Preparation, Grades 9‐11, Elective, ½ credit (6601) (Spring semester) Preparation for Drill Team Tryouts (Pre‐Drill) NO FINE ARTS CREDIT AWARDED, ONLY P.E. CREDIT. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 23 2012‐2013 Gymnastics I, Grades 9‐11 (Only at Ozen H. S.), ½ ‐ 1 credit (1190) Gymnastics is an athletic program, which offers training for both boys and girls. Team members will compete at their appropriate levels. Girls’ events are balance beam, floor exercise, uneven parallel bars, and vault. Boys’ events are parallel bars, floor exercise, vault, high bar, rings, and pommel horse. The gymnastic team requires students who are highly disciplined and motivated. Gymnastics II, Grades 10‐11, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐ 1 credit (1190) Prerequisite – Gymnastics I Gymnastics III, Grades 10‐12, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐ 1 credit (1190) Prerequisite ‐ Gymnastics I & II Dance I, Grades 9‐11, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐ 1 credit (1192) This class offers movement classes in the four basic dance techniques: ballet, tap, and jazz. These dance techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum. Dance I is a yearlong course. In addition, students study Dance Theory every week: dance terminology, skeletal system, muscular system, and dance history. A performance is presented each spring semester in the form of a dance concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Students are eligible to audition for The Ozen Dance Company after the completion of Dance I. Dance II, Grades 10‐11, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐ 1 credit (2192) Prerequisite ‐ Dance I Dance III, Grades 10‐12, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐1 credit (3192) Prerequisite ‐ Dance I & II Dance IV, Grades 11‐12, (Only at Ozen H. S), ½ ‐ 1 credit (4192) Prerequisite Dance I, II, and III Drill Team/P.E., Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0505) (Fall Semester) Prerequisite ‐ Audition Wrestling, Grades 9‐11, ½ credit each semester (0607) Wrestling is an athletic program which offers training for both boys and girls. Members will compete at their respective weight class. The training involved will give student athletes a decisive advantage because of detailed instruction. A systematic approach to break down critical areas of wrestling along with physical conditioning will produce desired results to any disciplined and motivated students. No experience necessary; not for the faint of heart. Swimming, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit each semester (0209) This course is offered to all active members of the high school swim team. To meet the minimal requirements of the swim team, participants must be able to swim 500 yards, which is 20 laps, in less than 12 minutes. The PE class’ focus is on out of the water skills, known as dry land, which will enhance one’s swimming ability. Students will undergo vigorous activities such as weight lifting, speed and agility training, plyometrics, core strength and flexibility training, and long distance running for endurance purposes. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 24 2012‐2013 Physical Education, Individual Athletic Sport Emphasis, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit The following courses are offered only to those students who want to participate in the extra‐
curricular part of the course. Each course emphasizes physical fitness while developing skills in a particular sport. Course # Course # Course # Course # Course Name PE Credits 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year Taken Taken Taken Taken Athletics Football ½ ‐ 1 0104 0204 1204 2204 Basketball ½ ‐ 1 0106 0306 1306 2306 Track ½ ‐ 1 0302 1302 2302 3302 Cross Country ½ 0404 0404 2404 3404 Soccer ½ ‐ 1 0110 1110 2113 3113 Golf ½ ‐ 1 0402 1402 2402 3402 Wrestling ½ ‐ 1 0607 0607 2607 3607 Baseball ½ ‐ 1 0406 0406 2406 3406 Tennis ½ ‐ 1 0208 1208 2408 3308 Athletics Basketball ½ ‐ 1 0203 0309 1309 2309 Volleyball ½ ‐ 1 0207 0307 1307 2307 Track ½ ‐ 1 0303 1303 2303 3303 Cross Country ½ 0403 1403 2403 3403 Soccer 0120 1120 2120 3120 ½-1
Golf ½ ‐ 1 0401 1401 2401 3401 Softball ½ ‐ 1 0407 1407 2407 3407 Tennis ½ ‐ 1 0205 1205 2205 3205 Co‐ed Athletics Ballroom & Latin Dancing ½ ‐ 1 1195 2195 3195 4195 (Ozen H.S. Only) Gymnastics (Ozen H.S. Only) ½ ‐ 1 1190 2190 3190 4190 Swimming ½ ‐ 1 0209 1209 2209 3209 Substitution for Athletics Junior ROTC ½ ‐1 0901 0902 0903 0904 0501 0501 5501 Cheerleading ½ Junior Sophomore Varsity Varsity Drill Team (Fall) ½ 0505 Drill PE (Fall) ½ 0601 Drill Prep (Spring) ½ 6601 Marching Band (Fall) ½ 0137 Marching Band (Fall) ½ 0237 Marching Band (Fall) ½ 0337 Marching Band (Fall) ½ 0437 Marching Band (Fall) ½ 0537 *Each semester of athletics will count as a ½ credit of P.E. and will meet the state requirements for P.E. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 25 2012‐2013 Health & Physical Education Classes Offered The following courses are offered to all students. Prerequisites are detailed in the written course descriptions. Required courses for graduation and elective courses are indicated accordingly. Course Name Credit Course # Status Semester Level Health I ½ 0101 Required (Elective) first or second 9‐12 Health II ½ 0201 Elective second 11‐12 Physical Education ‐ ½ 0602 Required first or second 9‐12 Foundation of Personal Fitness Co‐ed Medical Physical ½ 0301 Required/Elective first & second 9‐12 Education Physical Education/Co‐ed ½ 0102 Required first 9‐12 Physical Education/Co‐ed ½ 1102 Elective second 9‐12 Physical Education ‐ ½ 0210 Elective first or second 11‐12 Advanced Lifetime Activities – Co‐ed Drill/P.E. ½ 0601 P.E. Credit/Elective first 9‐12 Drill Prep. ½ 6601 P.E. Credit/Elective second 9‐12 Drill Team ½ 0505 P.E. Credit first 10‐12 Dance ½ *0605 P.E. Credit/Elective first or second 9‐12 Gymnastics I ½ ‐ 1 *1190 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 9‐12 Gymnastics II ½ ‐ 1 *2190 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 10‐12 Gymnastics III ½ ‐ 1 *3190 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 11‐12 Gymnastics IV ½ ‐1 *4190 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 12 Dance I ½ ‐ 1 *1192 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 9‐12 Dance II ½ ‐ 1 *2192 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 10‐12 Dance III ½ ‐ 1 *3192 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 11‐12 Dance IV ½ ‐1 *4192 P.E. Credit/Elective first or year 11‐12 Ballroom & Latin 1 *1195 P.E. Credit/Elective first & second 9‐12 Dancing* Ballroom & Latin 1 *2195 P.E. Credit/Elective first & second 10‐12 Dancing* Ballroom & Latin 1 *3195 P.E. Credit/Elective first & second 11‐12 Dancing* Ballroom & Latin 1 *4195 P.E. Credit/Elective first & second 12 Dancing* *Ozen H. S. Only Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 26 2012‐2013 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSES COLLEGE CREDIT: College credit can be obtained for high school Career and Technical Education courses through articulated and co‐enrollment course agreements with colleges. Statewide Tech Prep articulation agreements require junior and senior students to reach a specified mastery level and in some cases complete a sequence of courses in a four‐year plan. Students who meet these requirements qualify for college credit at community colleges in Texas that offer related technical program areas. Students interested in additional information concerning Tech Prep college credit need to contact the career counselor on their campus. Career and Technical Education for the Disabled (CTED) courses are offered for students with special needs. YOUTH LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS Youth leadership organizations are an integral part of each career and technical education program. The club provides the student members with an opportunity to develop self‐confidence, citizenship, and leadership abilities. The club also serves as the professional association for the students as they train for their related careers. Local, state, and national competitions allow students to display their leadership skills, occupational capabilities, and craftsmanship. AGRICULTURAL, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES Principles of Agriculture, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0151) Prerequisite ‐ None. This comprehensive course introduces students to global agriculture. The course includes agricultural career development, leadership, communications, and personal finance. Agribusiness Management and Marketing, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0251) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course introduces students to agribusiness management in the free enterprise system. Course content includes a study of economic principles, budgeting, record keeping, finance, risk management, business law, marketing, and careers in agribusiness. Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (2251) Prerequisite ‐ None. This cluster course familiarizes students with basic mechanical theory and specialized skills. Skills will be developed in the areas of tool identification and safe use, carpentry, electricity, plumbing, masonry, fence building, painting, metal working, and welding processes. Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0351) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course is designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using wildlife and natural resources. Equine Science, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0451) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course develops knowledge and skills pertaining to the selection, nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of horses. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 27 2012‐2013 Livestock Production, Grades 10‐12, 1/2 credit (0652) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course develops knowledge and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of common livestock species. Advanced Animal Science, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (4352) Prerequisite – Minimum of at least 1 other Agricultural Science credit. This technical course develops knowledge and skills pertaining to animal systems and livestock production through the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science. Career opportunities, entry level requirements, and industry expectations are also explored. (NEW COURSE) Veterinary Medical Applications, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3352) Prerequisite ‐ Biology I recommended. This technical course introduces students to the field of veterinary medicine and the educational requirements, responsibilities, and career opportunities for veterinary assistants. Forestry and Woodland Ecosystems, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (5364) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course introduces students to the forestry industry. It includes a study and development of technical skills in the areas of dendrology, biometrics, management, utilization, and research. Also included are topics on safe work practices, record keeping, career exploration, and leadership. Energy and Natural Resources, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (5361) Prerequisite ‐ None. This technical course introduces students to the basics of environmental and natural resource systems and their relationships to the agricultural industry. ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION Interior Design, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0655) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course provides students with the concepts and skills needed to successfully decorate a home and/or business. The content addresses period styles, surface treatments, lighting, design styles, space planning, and consideration of occupant needs. Architectural Design I, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0491) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course focuses on the design, planning, and technical communication associated with construction systems. In this activity‐based course emphasis is placed on the production of drawings and media related to residential and commercial architecture, illustration and presentation, municipal and public utilities, topographical and transportation systems. Architectural Design II, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0591) Prerequisite ‐ Architectural Design I. In this course students receive advanced training in computer aided drafting applications for commercial and residential architectural drawings. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 28 2012‐2013 Construction and Manufacturing Technologies I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0493) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course introduces students to the basic construction and manufacturing techniques. Students will learn the safe operation of woodworking tools and equipment and simple project construction. This course also provides students with an understanding of career opportunities in the construction and manufacturing industries. Construction and Manufacturing Technologies II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0593) Prerequisite ‐ Construction and Manufacturing Technologies I. This course provides students with advance construction and manufacturing techniques. Students design and construct advanced woodworking projects. Cabinetmaking, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (0693) Prerequisite ‐ Construction and Manufacturing Technologies II. This course introduces students to the concepts and applications of cabinetmaking. Instruction includes blueprint reading, measuring, and woodworking equipment operation. Students also explore career opportunities in the cabinetmaking industry. Building Construction, Grades 10‐12, 2 credits (3658) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides students with job specific training for entry level employment in five main trades relative to building careers: carpentry, bricklaying, residential electricity, painting and decorating, and plumbing. Course content includes a study of business ownership, leadership, and career opportunities. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Building Maintenance, Grades 10‐12, 2 credits (4758) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides students with basic skills related to building maintenance and construction. Students enrolled in this course will utilize a variety of materials, tools, and techniques to perform building maintenance and renovation tasks. Students receive CareerSafe Construction Trades OSHA certification. Building Management, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (3659) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Building Construction. This laboratory course provides students with basic skills related to managing construction projects. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 29 2012‐2013 ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION Fashion Design, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0255) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course introduces students to concepts and skills related to apparel decisions and management. Students learn the characteristics of fabrics and skills for fabric selection. Apparel construction activities promote students' skills. Students will research careers in the fashion design industry. Graphic Communications I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0456) Prerequisite ‐ None. In this course students explore the resources, processes, management, and products in the technical areas of photography, video production, graphic arts desktop publishing, electronic communications, and telecommunications. The course emphasizes problem solving, design principles, technical standards, and use of related equipment. Graphic Communications II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0556) Prerequisite ‐ Graphic Communications I. In this course students receive advanced training in computer aided graphic design applications and video production techniques. Graphic Communications III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0656) Prerequisite ‐ Graphic Communications II. In this course students design graphic displays and produce video presentations using advanced development techniques and procedures. Graphic Design I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3359) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides students with job specific training for entry level employment in graphic arts careers. Course content includes basic principles of offset printing, computerized photo‐typesetting processes, computer technology, camera reproduction, letterpress printing, safety, leadership, and career opportunities. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Graphic Design II, Grade 12, 2 credits (4359) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite – Graphic Design I. In this advanced course students receive additional training in graphic design and production and job shadowing opportunities. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION Touch System Data Entry, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (1151) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course is designed for the development of computer input skills and to explore their applications to both personal and business needs. Students master keyboarding skills and employ those skills in the production of letters, tables, and manuscripts. Business Computer Information Systems I, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0316) Prerequisite ‐ Basic keyboarding skills recommended. This course is designed to introduce basic concepts and skills related to microcomputer systems. Special emphasis is placed on word processing, data base design, electronic spreadsheet, and numeric data. This course provides students with an overview of the various uses of information processing tools and skills development in using microcomputer‐based tools for personnel, academic, and/or employment. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 30 2012‐2013 Business Computer Information Systems II ‐ HONORS, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0318) Prerequisite ‐ Business Computer Information Systems I. This is a software specific course designed to introduce the advanced concepts and skills related to computer applications. Special emphasis is placed on computer operations, word processing, database management, spreadsheet manipulation, telecommunications, desktop publishing, and other high‐level business application software. CTED Business Computer Information Systems, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (7319) Prerequisite ‐ ARD Required. This course is designed for the development of computer typing skills, internet use, and computer program operation. Course curriculum includes an understanding of the basic use of word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and computer presentation programs. Business Management I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (0452) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Basic keyboarding skills recommended. This occupational specific course provides advanced computer technology skills required in the business environment; including workplace technology standard in applications of word processing, spreadsheets, data bases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and emerging technologies. Course content is designed to develop advanced computer skill levels. Junior and senior level students enrolled in this course qualify for articulated college credit if they receive a grade of A or B for the course. Business Management II, Grade 12, 2 credits (1452) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Business Management I. In this course students receive advanced training in business software application and business network systems. Students may opt to perform a paid or unpaid cooperative work experience during the second semester with the approval of the instructor. CAREER ORIENTATION Career and College Connections, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0300) Prerequisite ‐ None. Course content offers students an opportunity to explore and experience a variety of career options through career interest and aptitude assessments and research. Postsecondary education options and scholarship opportunities are emphasized in this course. Career Preparation I, Grades 11‐12, 3 credits (3667) Prerequisite ‐ Application required. This job‐specific course introduces the basic concepts and skills for a variety of entry level career opportunities. Students receive training through cooperative arrangements between the schools and employers. Students, parents, employers, and school officials sign a formal agreement to provide paid specified employment training opportunities for a minimum of 15 hours per week. Students in career preparation have a shortened school schedule to allow participation in the program. The training experience includes related classroom instruction and supervision of the employment experience by the teacher/coordinator. Students may opt to perform an unpaid internship with the permission of the instructor. Career Preparation II, Grade 12, 3 credits (4667) Prerequisite ‐ Career Preparation I. This job‐specific course introduces advanced concepts to enrich employability skills and workplace ethics. Students continue to receive training using the cooperative method of instruction as described in Career Preparation I BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 31 2012‐2013 EDUCATION AND TRAINING Ready, Set, Teach, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3153) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course provides information, field‐based observations, and applications of principles and practices of effective teaching. Students in this course are given the opportunity to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist in record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers. Under the supervision of the course instructor, students work directly with mentor teachers in a variety of elementary, middle, and high school classroom settings. FINANCE Money Matters, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0312) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course introduces a student to global economics and the free enterprise system. Students analyze financial options and establish short term and long term financial goals. Banking and Financial Services, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (3151) Prerequisite – None. This course is designed to introduce the concepts and skills necessary for employment in financial institutions. Special emphasis will be placed on banking operations, credit administration, types of loans, legal aspects of banking and other financial institutions. This course provides entry‐level information for working in a financial institution or for advancement into an occupationally specific course. Accounting I, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0313) Prerequisite – None. In this course students learn accounting principles and techniques that are used for financial activities in both business and personal areas. Bases for sound judgment in making financial decisions are taught. Emphasis is placed on recording and interpreting financial papers. This course is recommended for students planning to major in Business. Accounting II, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0413) Prerequisite – Accounting I. This advanced course extends skills and concepts taught in Accounting I. Bookkeeping techniques and procedures applicable to partnerships and corporations are included. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 32 2012‐2013 HEALTH SCIENCE Principles of Health Science, Grades 9 – 11, 1 credit (3239) (Central M. M. H. S. only) Prerequisite – None. This course gives an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, environmental, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. World Health Research, Grade 10‐12, 1 credit (3344) (Central M. M. H. S. only) Prerequisite ‐ Principles of Health Science. This course examines major world health problems and emerging technologies as solutions to these medical concerns. The course is designed to improve students' understanding of the cultural, infrastructural, political, educational, and technological constraints and inspire ideas for appropriate technological solutions to global medical care issues. Health Science I, Grade 10‐11, 1 credit (3249) (Central M. M. H. S. only) Prerequisite ‐ Principals of Health Science. This course examines major world health problems and emerging technologies as solutions to these medical concerns. The course is designed to improve students' understanding of the cultural, infrastructural, political, educational, and technological constraints and inspire ideas for appropriate technological solutions to global medical care issues. Health Science II, Grade 11‐12, 2 credits (3254) (Central M. M. H. S only) Prerequisite ‐ Health Science I • Advanced Medical Terminology. This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. Students acquire word‐building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes, roots, and abbreviations by relating terms to body systems and proper use of words in a medical environment. Students enrolled in this course qualify for Tech Prep college credit if they receive a grade of A or B. • Clinical Rotations. This course provides instruction in the development and application of skills in a classroom or clinical setting relating to a group of health occupations. Students observe and/or give assistance to professional health care personnel in a clinical environment. Students enrolled in this course qualify for Tech Prep college credit if they receive a grade of A or B. • Health Care Delivery Systems. This course provides an introduction to organization, financing, and delivery of health care services, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory agencies. Students enrolled in this course qualify for Tech Prep college credit if they receive a grade of A or B. Health Science III, Grade 12, 2 credits (4454) (Central M. M. H. S only) Prerequisite ‐ Health Science I. These individual courses provide a more in‐depth approach to specific health care occupations. Students develop and apply skills in the classroom and the clinical setting. After successful completion of practicum, students qualify to take an examination for licensure/certification. • Emergency Medical Technician‐Basic. This course gives an Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services. Students enrolled in this course qualify for Tech Prep college credit if they receive a grade of A or B. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 33 2012‐2013 • Certified Nursing Assistant. This certification courses include both hands‐on experience at healthcare facilities and basic biology and health coursework with an emphasis on areas such as safety regulations, CPR, infection control, and patient care. The classes include communication, recording vital signs, personal hygiene, and basic nutrition. Students enrolled in this course qualify for Tech Prep college credit if they receive a grade of A or B. • Pharmacy Technician. This course provides students with the required skills to understand and perform a necessary competence in general operations of a pharmacy, demonstrate drug dosage knowledge, follow the correct procedures pertaining to accurate drug calculations and measurement and assisting the pharmacist in administrative and customer relations on a daily basis. Medical Microbiology, Grade 12, 1 credit (5455) (Central M. M. H. S only) Prerequisites ‐ Health Science Technology II, Biology, and Chemistry. In this course students explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non‐pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying microorganisms, drug resistance organisms, and emerging diseases. HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Introduction to Culinary Arts, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3150) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides in‐depth study of the significance of nutrition in food science. Course content addresses the knowledge and skills needed to study food science, processing, marketing, and technology involved in food and nutrition services. Culinary Arts I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3159) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course is designed to provide job specific training for entry‐level employment in the culinary arts and hospitality services career fields. Students receive hands‐on training in the major areas of hotel/resort services. Instruction also includes food storage, preparation, and serving techniques; fundamentals of hygiene; proper storage and use of cooking utensils, tools, equipment, and dishes; leadership training and career opportunities. Culinary Arts II, Grade 12, 2 credits (3259) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Culinary Arts I. Students receive advanced culinary skills, specialized hospitality industry training, and job shadowing opportunities. CTED Culinary Arts I, Grades 10‐12, 3 credits (7356) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ A.R.D. required. This course provides entry‐level employment training in the areas of food production, management, and related services. Basic knowledge is provided in nutrition, food preparation, safety and sanitation procedures. Students are involved in activities that relate to restaurant food production and catering operations. CTED Culinary Arts II, Grades 11‐12, 3 credits (7456) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite – CTED Culinary Arts I. Students in this course receive advanced training in commercial food production and job shadowing opportunities. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 34 2012‐2013 Restaurant Management, Grade 12, 1 credit (3270) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Culinary Arts I. This comprehensive course provides opportunities for students to explore career options in the culinary arts field and restaurant management. Course content emphasizes the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. HUMAN SERVICES Principles of Human Services, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0350) (0350Y) Prerequisite ‐ None. The content in this course includes all aspects of the family and consumer sciences discipline. Students acquire knowledge and skills related to family living, child development, clothing and textiles, housing management, consumer economics and responsibilities, food and nutrition, personal and family health, and the relationship between the home and the work place. Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0355) Prerequisite ‐ None. The content in this laboratory course includes a strong component in nutrition as it relates to dietary functions through the family life cycle, special dietary needs, and nutrient sources. Safety, sanitation, and nutrient retention in food preparation are addressed. It covers cultural influences on food patterns, management techniques, and careers in food and nutrition occupations. Child Development, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (4455) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course develops concepts related to prenatal and postnatal care, the development of children including opportunities for making decisions, and child care guidance techniques. The course provides in‐depth study relating to career and job opportunities related to children. The course emphasizes special parenting techniques for teaching children with special needs such as those who are handicapped, gifted and talented. Counseling and Mental Health, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3453) (Central M. M. H. S. only) Prerequisite – Health Science Technology I. In this course, students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implementations of their actions. Child Guidance I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (5555) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course is designed to provide job specific training for entry‐level employment in child care services career fields. Instruction includes child growth and development; child safety and hygiene; establishing child care facilities; leadership training and career opportunities. Child Guidance II, Grade 12, 2 credits (6555) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite – Child Guidance I. This laboratory course is designed to provide advanced job specific training for entry‐level employment in child care services career fields. Students will perform an internship with a variety of child care facilities. Course content will be closely related to post secondary Child Care certification programs. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 35 2012‐2013 Introduction to Cosmetology, Grades 10‐11, 1 credit (2557) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course introduces students to cosmetology careers and basic instruction relating to hair styling, manicuring, and other cosmetology related skills. Safety and sanitation procedures are stressed throughout the course. Cosmetology I, Grade 11, 2 credits (3557) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Introduction to Cosmetology. This laboratory course provides students with job specific training for entry level employment in cosmetology careers. Course curriculum includes sterilization and sanitation processes, shampooing and rinsing hair, application of conditioning creams and color rinses, application of scalp and hair treatments, shaping and thinning hair, hair styling, permanent waving, hair coloring, manicuring, facial massage, facial make‐up, business ownership, safety, leadership, and career opportunities. Cosmetology II, Grade 12, 3 credits (4657) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Cosmetology I. In this course students receive advanced training in cosmetology related skills to prepare them for the Cosmetology State Board Exam. Manicure Specialty I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3566) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course is designed to prepare students for a career in the manicure/ nail technician field. Students are instructed in procedures for all types of manicures, pedicures, artificial nail application, and related safety and sanitation issues. Students must complete 600 clock hours of class and lab instruction in a two‐year period and pass both the written and practical portions of the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration (TDLR). Manicure Specialty II, Grade 12, 2 credits (4556) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Manicure Specialty I. In this course students receive advanced training that leads to the TDLR Manicure Technician license. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Principles of Information Technology, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (2552) Prerequisite ‐ None. In this course students explore the use of computer technology in a variety of industrial and business settings. Course activities include desktop publishing, 3‐D design and animation, developing multimedia presentations, computer‐aided drafting, and web page design. Digital and Interactive Media, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (2562) Prerequisite ‐ Basic keyboarding skills recommended. This course is designed to allow students to apply technical skills to address emerging technologies in business applications. Students demonstrate skills in the use of presentation systems, image management procedures, and the application of publishing systems. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 36 2012‐2013 Computer Maintenance, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3552) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of geometry recommended. This laboratory course provides job specific in the computer maintenance and operation career fields. An instructor from the Lamar Institute of Technology teaches this course as part of a co‐enrollment agreement that provides students with college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Content includes basic electricity/electronics theory, computer systems, data communications, safety, installations, inspections, adjustments, computer repair fundamentals, leadership, and career opportunities. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. Computer Technology, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (4552) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of geometry recommended. In this course students receive training in computer network installation and advanced training in computer systems operation and repair. Students will receive college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS, AND SECURITY Principles of Law and Public Safety, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (3050) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course introduces students to professions in law enforcement, security, corrections, and fire and emergency management services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies of fire and emergency services. Law Enforcement I, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (4050) Prerequisite ‐ Principles of Law and Public Safety. This course provides an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. Course content also includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classification and elements of crime. Law Enforcement II, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (5050) Prerequisite ‐ Law Enforcement I. This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. Course content includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony. Correctional Services, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (6050) Prerequisite – Law Enforcement I. This course is designed to focus on the function of jail custodial staff with emphasis on the correctional officer. Institutional procedures are reviewed including reception, classification, program assignments, and release procedures. Court Systems and Practices, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (7050) Prerequisite – Law Enforcement I. This course provides an overview of the federal and state court systems. Students will be able to identify the roles of judicial officers and the trial processes from pretrial to sentencing and examine the types and rules of evidence. Emphasis is placed on constitutional law for criminal procedures such as search and seizure, stop and frisk, and interrogation. (NEW COURSE) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 37 2012‐2013 MANUFACTURING Metal Fabrication I, Grades 10‐12, 2 credits (7358) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides students with basic skills in metal fabrication. Safe operation of welding, sheet metal, and metal forming equipment is emphasized in this course. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Metal Fabrication II, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (7458) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Metal Fabrication I. This laboratory course provides students with advanced training for metal fabrication. Instruction includes welding, sheet metal forming, machining processes, business ownership, safety, leadership, and career opportunities. Welding I, Grades 10‐12, 2 credits (3759) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. In this course students receive hands‐on training in the safe use of welding materials, tools, and equipment. Students construct a variety of welded metal projects to reinforce blueprint reading skills, welding skills, and problem solving skill. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Welding II, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (4759) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite – Welding I. In this course students receive advanced training in welding applications. Students design and construct a variety of welded metal projects to reinforce blueprint reading skills, welding skills, and problem solving skill. Students receive American Welding Association welding position certifications. Students receive CareerSafe Welding Trades OSHA certification. Petrochemical Plant Processes I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (5351) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Geometry and Chemistry I concurrent enrollment recommended. This laboratory course provides students with job specific training for entry‐level employment related to petrochemical refinery careers. An instructor from the Lamar Institute of Technology teaches this course as part of a co‐enrollment agreement that provides students with college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Course content includes the fundamentals of plant processing operations; understanding the operations of separation, conversion, and polymerization units in refinery and chemical plants; and monitoring and making minor repairs to operating equipment. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. Petrochemical Plant Processes II, Grade 12, 2 credits (6351) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Petrochemical Plant Processes I. This laboratory course provides students with advanced training for employment as a petrochemical process technician. Course content includes hands‐on experience in process instruments, controls, and mechanical applications. Students will receive college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 38 2012‐2013 MARKETING Principles of Business and Marketing, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0253) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course introduces students to the field of marketing, the functions of marketing, and the relationship of marketing functions to all aspects of business. Advertising and Sales Promotion, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0252) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course focuses on the concepts and skills associated with the dynamic advertising industry. Students will learn the goals and objectives of advertising, identify and analyze advertisements, select media, and develop advertisements. Retailing and E‐tailing, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (0257) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course provides students with an opportunity to develop skills that involve electronic media techniques necessary for a business to compete in a global economy. Students will coordinate online and offline marketing. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS Engineering Design I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0191) Prerequisite ‐ None. This course focuses on the design, planning, and technical communications associated with manufacturing systems. In this activity‐based course emphasis is placed on production drawings and graphics related to machine design, welding fabrication, electrical and electronic components, piping, technical illustration, gears and cams, intersection and development, and jigs and fixtures. Engineering Design II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0291) Prerequisite ‐ Engineering Design 1. In this course students receive advanced training in computer aided drafting applications for industrial equipment and component drawings. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS Automotive Technician I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3157) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides students with training for entry level employment in the automotive technician career field. Course content includes use of repair manuals, service and repair of basic components of an automobile: fuel systems, engine, emission control, power trains, chassis, electrical, brakes, heating and air conditioning. Business ownership, safety, leadership, and career opportunities are included. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Automotive Technician II, Grade 12, 2 credits (4257) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Automotive Technician I. Along with advanced automotive technology instruction and application, students will also take the Texas Vehicle Inspection certification exam. Students may opt to perform a paid or unpaid cooperative work experience during the second semester with the approval of the instructor. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 39 2012‐2013 Collision, Repair and Refinishing Technology I, Grades 1‐12, 2 credits (3357) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ None. This laboratory course provides job specific training for entry‐level employment in the field of auto body repair and refinishing. Course content includes frame and unibody repair; sheet metal, fiberglass, and synthetic materials repair; welding skills; preparation for/and application of primers and paints. Business ownership, safety, leadership training, and career opportunities are also included. Students receive CareerSafe Level 1 OSHA certification. Collision Repair and Refinishing II, Grade 12, 2 credits (4457) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology I. Students receive advanced training and job shadowing opportunities. Students may opt to perform a paid or unpaid cooperative work experience during the second semester with the approval of the instructor. Transportation Systems, Grade 12, 1 credit (4459) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Automotive Technician I or Collision, Repair and Refinishing Technology I. This course is designed to provide students with job specific training in one, or more, automotive technology or collision repair specialty service careers. Back to Table of Contents
BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 40 2012‐2013 DRIVER EDUCATION Driver Education, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0408) The student must be 15 years old to begin this course. This course covers the essential elements for Driver Education from the Texas Education Agency. This class meets for a full semester and 12 hours of Simulation will also be presented. In‐car driving will be offered after school or on Saturday. One‐half unit of state credit toward graduation will be given when the student successfully completes the classroom and laboratory (simulator and in‐car driving and observation) phases of Driver Education. There is a fee for the laboratory phase. Driver Education, Grades 10‐12, Non‐credit The course certifies the student for a Class C Texas Driver License. It meets the minimum classroom hours, simulation, and in‐car driving and observation. No credit will be given, only certification for a Class C Texas Driver License. This class is offered after school and during the summer. There is a fee for this course. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 41 2012‐2013 DUAL ENROLLMENT CREDIT COURSES Lamar Interactive Network Connection (LINC) The program is administered through the Center for Distance Education in the Division of Continuing and Distance Education. Interactive Video‐conferencing technology allows Lamar University to deliver college level courses to high school campuses. Lamar University Early Access Program (LEAP) The program allows high school students to take university courses taught by their high school teachers in their own schools at reduced rates. All dual enrolled courses through Lamar University will receive Advanced Placement credit. Students must receive approval from the grade level counselor or principal to enroll in Dual Credit Courses. ENGLISH COURSES (ENGL) Composition I (1301) Basic forms of expository writing. Frequent themes. Collateral reading in articles and essays of a factual and informative type. This course is prerequisite to ENGL 1302 and 1374. (Note: ENGL 1301 and one other course from ENGL 1302 or 1374 will satisfy the general degree requirement in composition. A student may receive credit for only one such course in a semester.) Composition II (1302) Prerequisite ‐ENGL 1301. Forms of expository and analytical writing. Topics for composition suggested from wide reading in at least two of the three genres: prose fiction, poetry, and drama. Research paper required. (NOTE: ENGL 1301 and one other course from ENGL 1302 or 1374 will satisfy the general degree requirement in composition. A student may receive credit for only one such course in a semester. American Literature, (2326) Prerequisites ‐ENGL 1301 and either ENGL 1302 or 1374: or ENGL 1360 and 1361. Six‐to‐ten major works of American literature, including both the 19th and 20th centuries. World Literature, (2331) Prerequisites ‐ ENGL 1301 and either ENGL 1302 or 1374: or ENGL 1360 and 1361. Six‐to‐ten major monuments of world literature, from classical antiquity to the present century. MATHEMATICS COURSES (MATH) College Algebra, (1314) Prerequisites ‐ 270 Math THEA or C or better in DMTH 0372. If THEA exempt: 500 MATH SAT or 19 Math ACT. Linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, determinants, metrices, systems of equations, binomial theorem, exponential and logarithmic functions, theory of equations. Prepares for: MATH 1325, 1342, 1350, 3312. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 42 2012‐2013 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I, (2413) Prerequisites ‐ Grade of C or better in MATH 2312 or its equivalent. Functions, limits, derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, curve sketching related rates, maximum and minimum problems, definite and indefinite integrals with applications. Prepares for: MATH 2305, 2318, 2414. SCIENCE (SCIE) Anatomy and Physiology, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3242) (Central M.M. H. S. only) Prerequisite – Biology and Chemistry. In this course, students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics will be presented through an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students will study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and will investigate the body’s responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy systems. Health Science III, Grade 12, 2 credits (4454) (Central M.M. H. S only) Prerequisite – Health Science II. These individual courses provide a more in‐depth approach to specific health care occupations. Students develop and apply skills in the classroom and the clinical setting. After successful completion of practicum, students qualify to take an examination for licensure/certification. • Emergency Medical Technician‐Basic. This course gives an Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services. • Certified Nursing Assistant. This certification course includes both hands‐on experience at healthcare facilities and basic biology and health coursework with an emphasis on areas such as safety regulations, CPR, infection control, and patient care. The classes include communication, recording vital signs, personal hygiene, and basic nutrition. Medical Microbiology, Grade 12, 1 credit (5455) (Central M.M. H. S only) Prerequisites ‐ Health Science Technology II, Biology, and Chemistry. In this course, students explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non‐pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying microorganisms, drug resistance organisms, and emerging diseases. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit HISTORY COURSES (HIST) American History: History of the United States, 1763‐1877, (1301) United States history from the revolution period through reconstruction. American History: History of the United States, 1877‐TO PRESENT, (1302) United States history from the post‐reconstruction period to present. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 43 2012‐2013 POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES (POLS) Introduction to American Government I, (2301) Prerequisite ‐ Sophomore standing. The national and Texas constitutions federalism, political socialization and participation: public opinion and interest groups; parties, voting and elections. Introduction to American Government II, (2302) Prerequisite ‐ POLS 2301. The legislative, executive and judicial branches and the bureaucracy: policy formulation and implementation including civil rights and civil liberties, and foreign policies. ECONOMICS COURSES (ECON) Principles of Economics I (MACRO), (1301) Emphasizes monetary theory: national income analysis; fluctuation and growth; public finance; international trade; and current economic problems. Principles of Economics II (MICRO), (2301) Introduction to economic principles; allocation of resources; determination of output and prices; distribution; and managerial economics. PSYCHOLOGY COURSES (PSYC) General Psychology, (2301) An introduction survey of the major areas of psychology such as learning, personality, social, testing, developmental and physiological. Emphasis is on psychology as the scientific study of behavior and includes both human and animal behavior. INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING COURSES (INEN) Introduction to Engineering, (1101) Students are introduced to five engineering disciplines: chemical, civil, electrical, industrial and mechanical. Student services such as the Career Center, Engineering Advisory Center and Engineering Cooperative Education Center are introduced. Study skills and strategies for a successful freshman year are discussed. CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSES Computer Maintenance, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (3552) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of geometry recommended. This laboratory course provides job specific in the computer maintenance and operation career fields. An instructor from the Lamar Institute of Technology teaches this course as part of a co‐enrollment agreement that provides students with college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Content includes basic electricity/electronics theory, computer systems, data communications, safety, installations, inspections, adjustments, computer repair fundamentals, leadership, and career opportunities. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 44 2012‐2013 Computer Technology, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (4552) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of geometry recommended. In this course students receive training in computer network installation and advanced training in computer systems operation and repair. Students will receive college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. Petrochemical Plant Processes I, Grades 11‐12, 2 credits (5351) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Geometry and Chemistry I concurrent enrollment recommended. This laboratory course provides students with job specific training for entry‐level employment related to petrochemical refinery careers. An instructor from the Lamar Institute of Technology teaches this course as part of a co‐enrollment agreement that provides students with college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Course content includes the fundamentals of plant processing operations; understanding the operations of separation, conversion, and polymerization units in refinery and chemical plants; and monitoring and making minor repairs to operating equipment. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. Petrochemical Plant Processes II, Grade 12, 2 credits (6351) (Taylor C. C. only) Prerequisite ‐ Petrochemical Plant Processes I. This laboratory course provides students with advanced training for employment as a petrochemical process technician. Course content includes hands‐on experience in process instruments, controls, and mechanical applications. Students will receive college credits at Lamar Institute of Technology for successful completion of the course. Students must pass the STAAR and COMPASS tests to receive college credit. LAMAR PORT ARTHUR Lamar Port Arthur The program is administered through the Center for Distance Education in the Division of Continuing and Distance Education. Interactive Video‐conferencing technology allows Lamar Port. Arthur to deliver college level courses to high school campuses. Technical Theatre I – Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (Ozen H.S. Only) (0632) Prerequisite – Theatre Arts I. Technical Theatre I is a yearlong course. This course is an introduction to design and production. It will introduce the basics elements of stage craft, to include, but not limited to: scene construction and painting, props, lighting, costuming, make up and stage management. Students will demonstrate an understanding of theatrical terms used in the production process. In addition, student will have hands on experience in the areas of scenery construction & painting, make up application, costuming, and lighting design. All technical theatre students are required to participate in productions by the Theatre Arts Department. Implementation of Technical Theatre II, III, & IV will occur during the following consecutive school years. (NEW COURSE) Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 45 2012‐2013 Beaumont Independent School District English, Reading and Language Arts Sequences 2012‐‐2013 8th Grade Pre AP English I
(Odom only)
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
English I
English II
English III
English IV
Pre AP English I
Pre AP English II
AP English III
AP English IV
Pre AP English II
AP English III
AP English IV
ESL English I
ESL English II
ESL English III
ESL English IV
Humanities I
Humanities II
Humanities III
Humanities IV
BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 46 2012‐2013 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Four English credits are required for graduation. English I, Grade 9, 1 credit [Regular] (0121) Prerequisite ‐ Grade 9 Placement. This foundation course integrates the study of composition and literature with basic communication skills. Regular and frequent writing assignments using the full writing process will help students develop skill in organizing ideas and responding appropriately to various writing purposes and audiences. Students will master the skill of clearly stating a main idea, then developing a short persuasive paper in support of that idea. In the context of the writing, legible handwriting, punctuation, capitalization, correct English usage, sentence structure, and spelling will be expected. Vocabulary study will be emphasized. Writing will be based on literature and experiences pertinent to the students’ interests and experiences. Outside reading and vocabulary study will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. English I, Grade 9, 1 credit [Pre‐Advanced Placement] (0129) This Pre AP course prepares students to become highly skilled readers and writers in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. Students are expected to think, research, and write independently and critically. In addition to extensive writing, the curriculum includes a liberal selection of world literature, including in‐depth study of novels. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. English II, Grade 10, 1 credit [Regular] (0221) Prerequisites – English I (0121) or English I [Pre‐AP] (0129). This course continues the integration of the study of literature and composition. Emphasis is placed on increasing the length and complexity of compositions, revising and proofreading written work, understanding literature, and improving comprehension and literature skills. The literature studied in this course includes poems, short stories, plays, and nonfiction pieces from various authors. The thesis approach is applied to longer papers with emphasis on persuasive writing. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. English II, Grade 10, 1 credit [Pre‐Advanced Placement] (0229) Prerequisites – English I [Regular] (0121) and a willingness to read and write extensively, or English I [Pre‐AP] (0129). This Pre AP course is designed for students who are academically capable and sincerely interested in working to their potentials. This course prepares students to become skilled readers and writers in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. Literature, composition, and language will be integrated. Students will study world literature in depth with emphasis on the novel. Emphasis on increasing the length and complexity of compositions, revising and proofreading written work, understanding and analyzing literature, and improving comprehension and study skills will further develop skills introduced in English I [Honors]. The thesis approach is applied to longer papers. Students will be expected to write often and at great length. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 47 2012‐2013 English III, Grade 11, 1 credit [Regular] (0321) Prerequisite – English II [Regular] (0221) or English II [Pre‐AP] (0229). This course continues the emphasis on the integration of composition, the study of American literature and language and research. Students will use critical thinking skills as they study the elements of fiction and non‐fiction. Frequent writing assignments of multi‐paragraph compositions incorporating outside documentation from various sources further develop skills taught in previous courses. Each student will complete a research paper. Outside reading and vocabulary study will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. English III, Grade 11, AP Language and Composition, 1 credit [Advanced Placement ‐ Language]. (0329) Prerequisites – English II [Regular] (0221) and a willingness to read and write extensively, or English II (Pre‐AP) (0229). This course prepares students to take the Advanced Placement Language and Composition Advanced Placement Test which a student may take either the junior or senior year. Higher level critical thinking skills are the focus of the course with emphasis on in‐depth literary analysis, primarily of American and non‐fiction literature. Students will be expected to read extensively outside of class and write at a high level of both quality and quantity. The course continues to emphasize composition skills through regular and frequent writing assignments. Each student will complete research paper and research projects. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. English IV, Grade 12, 1 credit [Regular] (0421) Prerequisite – English III, [Regular] (0321). This course focuses on the integration of language and composition skills with an emphasis on authors, periods, forms and works in world literature, including British. Students are expected to demonstrate a more sophisticated use of writing, research, reading, comprehension, and study skills in this senior‐level course. Each student will complete a research paper and research project. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. English IV, AP Literature and Composition, Grade 12, 1 credit [Advanced Placement ‐ Literature]. (0429) Prerequisite – English III [Regular] (0321 and a willingness read and write extensively, or English III (AP) (0329). This course is designed to prepare the student to take the Advanced Placement Literature and Composition Exam, which a student should take his/her senior year. Higher level critical thinking skills are the focus of the course with emphasis on in‐depth literary analysis, British and world literature. Students are expected to demonstrate a more sophisticated use of writing, research, reading, comprehension and study skills in this senior‐level course. Each student will complete a research paper and research project. Vocabulary study and outside reading will be required of each student each six weeks. Humanities I, Grade 9, 2 credits, English I [Pre‐AP] and World Geography [Pre‐AP] (2129, 2382) Students enrolled in the Humanities I course take English I and World Geography in a 2‐hour block of time. In addition to the core curriculum for the two subjects, students are involved in the Future Problem Solving Program and/or the Odyssey of the Mind Program, both recommended by TEA for gifted/talented students. Students are also involved in additional group problem solving projects relating to the core subjects but differentiated in depth and acceleration of content, process and product. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 48 2012‐2013 Humanities II, Grade 10, 2 credits, English II [Pre‐AP] and World History Studies [Pre‐AP] (2229, 2389) The design of the 10th grade Humanities Program enables students who are capable of high performance to have differentiated learning experiences in order to gain greater insight into creative and productive thinking and to develop leadership skills. Group and individual projects make up a major part of the Humanities grade. Assessment of projects is based on criteria that each student must meet. Students receive details of criteria prior to preparing and presenting their projects. End‐of‐Course exam minimum score required. Humanities III, Grade 11, 2 credits, English III [AP] and U. S. History [AP] (2329, 2189) As in 9th and 10th grade, students are enrolled in two courses at the 11th grade level, English III [AP] and U.S. History. Course content is also presented in a double block of time for which students receive two credits. The content is more in‐depth and students are involved in long‐term group projects. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. Humanities IV, Grade 12, English IV [AP] (1 credit), Social Studies Advanced Studies (2429) (1st semester, ½ credit) and Research Methods (2nd semester, ½ credit) (0483, 0484) In Social Studies Research Methods, students conduct advanced research on a selected topic in social studies using qualitative and quantitative methods of inquiry. The course is designed to be conducted in the classroom or independent settings. In Social Studies Advanced Studies, students conduct in‐depth research, prepare a product of professional quality, and present their findings to appropriate audiences. Students work in collaboration with a mentor, investigate a problem, issue, or concern; research the topic using a variety of technologies; and present a product of professional quality to an appropriate audience. In English IV, students study English and World Literature. Students work with critical thinking skills in all literature and writing. The following numbers are to be used if a student is taking English at the Taylor Career Center. English I – 0121C English II – 0221C English III – 0329C English IV – 0429C Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 49 2012‐2013 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES English for Speakers of Other Languages, Grades 9 – 12, 1 credit [Modified] ESOL I (0122) ESOL II (0222) ESOL III (0322) ESOL IV (0422) This course is for students whose proficiency in English is limited as determined by various standardized tests and who are recommended by the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC). Skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be developed according to each student’s needs and abilities. ESOL may be taken for elective credit and/or English credit. The ESOL class is not a tutorial for other subjects. ESOL I and II may count for English I and English II credits required for graduation from a Texas High School. If ESOL is used for two English credits, two more years of ESOL may count as elective credits. Creative and Imaginative Writing, Grade 12, ½ credit [Regular] (0523) Prerequisite ‐ English III (0321). This elective course will develop student writing talents and interests. Techniques in writing poetry, short stories, drama, essays, biographies, etc., will be included. Students will evaluate his/her own writing as well as writing of others, be able to analyze and discuss writing and apply criteria for writing. Literary Genres, Grades 11 ‐ 12, ½ credit [Regular] (0623) Prerequisite – None. This elective course explores world literature classifications, such as novels, dramas, short stories, etc. Students will read and analyze examples of the various genres and write original pieces in the various forms. Reading and Study Skills Development, Grades 9 ‐ 12, ½ ‐ 3 credits [Regular] Reading and Study Skills Development I (0124) Reading and Study Skills Development II (0224) Reading and Study Skills Development III (0324) This course is primarily for the student with deficiencies in reading rate and comprehension. Students will be expected to read many books, short stories, non‐fiction articles and books to improve reading skills. The course develops vocabulary and comprehension through reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will learn study and test taking strategies including competencies for the TAKS Exit Reading Test. Reading Applications, Grades 11 ‐ 12, ½ credit [Regular] (0424) This course is for the average student to strengthen reading and vocabulary for taking standardized tests and rigorous high school courses. Intensive vocabulary study will be included. This course will help the student meet the demands of English, mathematics, science, social studies, elective courses, and post‐
secondary reading. Test taking strategies for the SAT and ACT will be included. Journalism I, Grades 9 ‐ 12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Regular] (0125) Prerequisite ‐ Recommendation of an English teacher. This course is an introduction to journalistic techniques including reporting, special writing, editing and photojournalism. The place of news media in modern society is stressed. All facets of publication are covered: sales, layout, copy writing, copy reading, interviewing, reporting, and revising. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 50 2012‐2013 Advanced Journalism: Newspaper, Grades 10 – 12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Regular] Advanced Journalism: Newspaper I (0225) Advanced Journalism: Newspaper II (0325) Advanced Journalism: Newspaper III (3325) Prerequisite – Journalism I (0125). This is an advanced course in reporting and editing. Students expand their study of theory and intensify their experience in editing and publishing. Journalism students research and write up the multitude of curricular and extra‐curricular activities of the school. Other journalism students take pictures, develop the film, and print pictures of these activities to produce the school newspaper. Each course is a prerequisite to the succeeding course. (Desktop Publishing (0914), 1 credit may substitute for one credit of Advanced Journalism: Newspaper.) Advanced Journalism, Yearbook II, III, IV, Grades 10 ‐ 12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Regular] Advanced Journalism: Yearbook I (0425) Advanced Journalism: Yearbook II (0525) Advanced Journalism: Yearbook III (5525) Prerequisites ‐ Journalism I (0125) and the recommendation of an English teacher. In this course students learn yearbook publication while producing the school yearbook. Included are graphics, design, layout, photography, magazine journalism techniques, advertising, budgets, and production. Each course is the prerequisite to the succeeding course. (Desktop Publishing (0914), 1 credit may substitute for one credit of Advanced Journalism: Yearbook.) Photojournalism, Grades 10‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Regular] (0625) Prerequisites ‐ Journalism I (0125) and teacher recommendation. This course includes photography for journalistic purposes including camera operation, film processing, picture composition, and photo editing. Digital photography, page layout, and desktop computer page creation will be included. Much practical experience is included. Students will plan, prepare, and produce photographs for journalistic publication. Analysis of Visual Media, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit [Regular] (0520) Prerequisite – English I. In this course, students will critique, analyze and evaluate visual representations and learn to produce media messages that communicate with others. Students will interpret various media forms. Media Literacy – Speech, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0521) Prerequisite – English II. In this course, students will develop skills in understanding, analyzing, using and producing media intelligently. Students will learn how media influences our tastes, behavior, purchasing and voting decisions. Students who are media literate will interpret television, radio, film, and other visual images and auditory messages. Research and Technical Writing, Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0522) Prerequisite ‐ English II. This rigorous course requires students to skillfully research a topic or problem and present information collected through a variety of media. Students will be expected to demonstrate effective and proficient writing skills in the mechanics and usage of written English. Students will evaluate their own writing and the writing of others. Students will be able to analyze and discuss published writing and to develop and apply criteria related to effective technical documents. Students will produce technical documents such as a report, a technical description, a formal definition, instructions, process description and an analysis. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 51 2012‐2013 Communication Applications ‐ Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0128) Prerequisite – None. Students will develop communication competence in interpersonal, group, and public interaction. Students will learn the fundamentals of speech, techniques of delivery, to communicate verbally, use good posture, gestures, movement, eye contact, and to overcome stage fright. This is a required course for graduation. Speech Communications – Grades 9‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0230) Prerequisite – None. In this course, students develop communication competence in interpersonal, group, and public interaction to establish and maintain productive relationships and function effectively in social, academic, and citizenship roles. Oral Interpretation I – ½ ‐ 1 credit, Grades 10‐12 (0228) Oral Interpretation II – ½ ‐ 1 credit, (0328) Oral Interpretation III ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit, (0428) Prerequisite – Grades 9 ‐12, Communication Applications (0128). This course focuses on oral reading or performance of a literary text. Students will select, research, analyze, adapt, interpret, and perform literary texts. Individual and group performances of literature will be presented and evaluated. Public Speaking I ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (0528) Public Speaking II‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (0628) Public Speaking III ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (0728) Prerequisites – Grades 9 – 12 Speech Communication and teacher recommendation. The focus of these courses is speaking in public. Students will learn the concepts and skills needed to prepare and present public speeches and to analyze and evaluate the messages of others. Students will gain skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will learn invention, organization, style, memory strategies, and delivery techniques. Students will be expected to participate in U.I.L. Speech events. Debate I ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (0828) Debate II ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (0928) Debate III ‐ ½ ‐ 1 credit (1028) Prerequisites – Grades 9 – 12, Speech Communication and teacher recommendation. In Debate students will develop skills in argumentation, logic and debate while becoming involved in current issues, develop sound critical thinking, and will sharpen communication skills. Students will develop life‐
long skills for intelligently approaching controversial issues and classes of opinion. Students will be expected to participate in U.I.L. Debate events. Independent Study in Speech I (Academic Decathlon), Grades 10‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0126) Independent Study in Speech II (Academic Decathlon), Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0226). Independent Study in Speech III (Academic Decathlon), Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0326) Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 52 2012‐2013 FINE ARTS Theatre I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0132) Prerequisite ‐ None. An introduction to the theatre arts, this course provides students with a knowledgeable background of the development of the physical theatre; gives an in‐depth study of technical aspects of theatre (lighting, costuming, makeup, set design, and construction); covers the broad spectrum of dramatic literature; and offers students an opportunity to learn the fundamental skills of acting (interpretation‐characterization movement) through individual and group demonstrations. Theatre II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0232) Prerequisite ‐ Theatre Arts I Emphasis is on the artistic and technical skills developed in Theatre Arts I. Students choose the specialized area they wish to explore, e.g. aspiring actors examine the styles and techniques of stage, movie, and TV personalities; aspiring stage technicians focus on set design and/or construction. Curriculum activities are structured to provide concentrated study and development to meet students’ individual needs and interests. Theatre III, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0332) Prerequisite ‐ Theatre Arts II. This course is tailored to individual academic needs of the advanced drama student. Those specializing in artistic performance select, cast, and direct one‐act play, with a final solo dramatic performance. Play writing students are given freedom to create and write an original work, with the final requirement to have it cast and performed. Students concentrating on technical skills are given responsibility for two areas of creativity (lighting and costuming or makeup and sets) complementing the artistic endeavors of other students. Theatre IV, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0432) Prerequisite ‐ Theatre Arts III. This course is a continuation of Theatre Arts III. Theatre Production I, Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0330) Prerequisite ‐ Audition with teacher. This is a theatre performing class. These students present plays (U.I.L.), public performances, and introduction to film. Theatre Production II, Grade 12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (1330) Prerequisite ‐ Audition with teacher. Continuation of theatre performing with more emphasis on contest. Art I – Grades 9‐12, (Comprehensive), 1 credit (0131) Art I is the foundation required for all courses that follow. This is a comprehensive art course. The course is primarily devoted to deliberate and systematic presentations of various art processes, procedures, theories, evaluation and historical developments. The approach to art experiences is experimented in terms of materials and structured in terms of providing a strong foundation. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 53 2012‐2013 Art II – Grades 9‐12, (Specialty Course), 1 credit Drawing (0240) Ceramics (0238) Painting (0231) Sculpture (0233) Fibers (0239) Prerequisite ‐ Art I. Art II is devoted primarily to a specific media study. Art II may be offered in one or more of the following courses: Drawing II, Painting II, Ceramics II, Sculpture II, Fibers II. Students may take several Art II courses if they are interested in a broad range of art areas. Art III – Grades 9‐12, (Advanced Specialty Course), 1 credit Drawing (0340) Ceramics (0338) Painting (0331) Sculpture (0333) Fibers (0339) Recommended Prerequisite ‐ Art II in the area of study. Art III is devoted to the in‐depth study of a specific art course. Art III may be offered in one or more of the following courses: Painting III, Ceramics III, Sculpture III, and Fibers III. Art IV, Grades 9‐12, (Continued Advanced Specialty Course), 1 credit Drawing (0440) Ceramics (0438) Painting (0431) Sculpture (0433) Fibers (0439) Recommended Prerequisite ‐ Art III in the area of study. Art IV is for students who have chosen the area or areas of personal interest in which they desire to work in‐depth. Students explore increasingly complicated and challenging processes. Art IV may be offered in Ceramics IV, Painting IV, Sculpture IV, and Fibers IV. AP Art History, Grades 9‐11, 1 credit (0336) (Ozen only) Prerequisite – Art I, Art II. This course is designed to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement History of Art Placement Test. This course will include a study of the impact of civilizations on art throughout history. AP Studio Art consists of three required sections, AP Drawing, Two‐Dimensional Design, Three‐
Dimensional Design. Each section is offered as a 1 credit course: • AP Drawing Portfolio – Art Levels III and IV (0540) 1 credit *(Ozen only) Students will pursue an in depth study of drawing to prepare the AP portfolio. • AP Two‐Dimensional Design Portfolio – Art Levels III and IV (0640), 1 credit *(Ozen only) Students will pursue an in depth study of two‐dimensional design to prepare the AP portfolio. • AP Three – Dimensional Design Portfolio – Art Levels III and IV (0740) 1 credit *(Ozen only) Students will pursue an in depth study of three‐dimensional design to prepare the AP portfolio. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 54 2012‐2013 Band (0137) – ½ credit; (1137) – ½ credit Concert Band‐B (0237) – ½ credit; (2237) – ½ credit Symphonic Band (0337) – ½ credit; (3337) – ½ credit Concert Band‐A (0437) – ½ credit; (4437) – ½ credit Wind Ensemble Band (0537) – ½ credit; (5537) – ½ credit Music 1 Jazz Band (0637) – 1 credit Prerequisite – Audition. All bands are performing groups whose memberships are chosen on the basis of musical ability, attitude, interest, ambition, and conduct. Students will have opportunities for marching, solo, ensemble and concert activities throughout the school year. UIL and TMEA activities are strongly encouraged. Emphasis on improving instrumental ability through technical studies and a wide variety of musical literature. Instrumental Ensemble I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0988) (Ozen only) Instrumental Ensemble will provide students with the opportunity to develop performance skills and become acquainted with the fundamentals of guitar and/or keyboard. Students will perform literature, skills and techniques but will not participate in UIL activities. Orchestra I (0134) ‐ 1 credit Prerequisite – Audition. Orchestra participation will provide students with the opportunity to develop performance skills, become acquainted with orchestra literature and to develop orchestral technique. UIL and TMEA activities are strongly encouraged. Orchestra II (0234) ‐ 1 credit Orchestra III (0334) ‐ 1 credit Orchestra IV (0434) ‐ 1 credit Mariachi Ensemble Grade 9‐12 – 1 Credit (0157) Prerequisite – Audition. A performing group chosen on the basis of musical ability, attitude, interest and conduct. Students will develop a knowledge and ability to perform ensemble music of Mexico. Mixed Choir, Grade 9, 1 credit (0135) Prerequisite – None. This is a beginning class for ninth grade boys and girls. This is a beginning choir that competes in TMEA and UIL competitions. Beginning Girls’ Choir, Grade 9‐12, 1 credit (2235) Prerequisite – Beginning level requires NO audition. Study vocal techniques, theory, sight‐reading and some performing. Advanced Girls Choir, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0235) Prerequisite – Audition. This choir is a select performing group of female students with above average musical ability and dedication. Both classical and popular styles of music will provide students a broad musical background. Special emphasis will be given UIL and TMEA activities. Concert/Chorale Choir, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0335) Prerequisite – Audition. The choir is a select performing group of students with above average musical ability and dedication. Both classical and popular styles of music will provide students a broad musical background. Special emphasis will be given UIL and TMEA activities. Will be uniformed and have outside performances. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 55 2012‐2013 Men’s Choir, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (3335) Prerequisite – Audition. Special emphasis on the male voice. UIL and TMEA activities will be emphasized. Outside performances. Vocal Ensemble, 1 credit (0435) Prerequisite – Audition. This is a select choir of mixed voices (male and female) with above average musical ability, which performs popular as well as madrigal music. This group will represent the school by performing for community organizations numerous times throughout the school year. Emphasis will be college preparatory in theory, history, vocal recitals and repertoire. Required to participate in UIL and TMEA activities. AP Music Theory, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0436) Prerequisite‐Band, Choir, or Orchestra, I, II, III and teacher recommendation. This course is designed to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Music Theory test. Dance I, Grades 9‐11, 1 credit (1192) (Ozen only) Prerequisite – Audition. This class offers movement classes in the four basic dance techniques: ballet, tap, and jazz. These dance techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum. Dance I is a yearlong course. In addition, students study Dance Theory every week: dance terminology, skeletal system, muscular system, and dance history. A performance is presented each spring semester in the form of a dance concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Students are eligible to audition for The Ozen Dance Company after the completion of Dance I. Dance II, Grades 10‐111 credit (2192) (Ozen only) Prerequisite Dance I. This class is a continuation of the technical dance skills developed in Dance I (ballet, tap and Jazz) with emphasis on artistic expression. These dance techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum. Dance II is a yearlong course. In addition, students study Dance Theory every week: dance terminology, conditioning, general nutrition, and dance history. Students are required to participate in the Annual Spring Dance Concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Students are eligible to audition for The Ozen Dance Company at the end of the school year. Dance III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3192) (Ozen only) Prerequisite Dance I & II. This class is a continuation from the Dance II curriculum. It is designed to meet the technical and artistic needs of the intermediate‐advanced dance student in ballet, tap, and jazz, with continuing emphasis on performance quality. These dance techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum. Dance III is a yearlong course. In addition, students study Dance Theory every week: dance terminology, nutrition for dancers, diseases associated with nutrition, and dance history. Students are required to participate in the Annual Spring Dance Concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Students are eligible to audition for The Ozen Dance Company at the end of the school year. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 56 2012‐2013 Dance IV, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (4192) (Ozen only) Prerequisite Dance I, II, & III. This class is a continuation from the Dance iii curriculum. It is designed to prepare dance students for the college dance environment. It emphasizes intermediate‐advanced dance technique, performance, and emotional execution in ballet, tap, and jazz. These dance techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum. Dance IV is a yearlong course. In addition, students study Dance Theory every week: dance terminology, nutrition assessment project, and dance history. Students are required to participate in the Annual Spring Dance Concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Ballroom and Latin Dance I, Grades 9‐12, 1credit (1195) (Ozen only) Prerequisite‐None. This class is a movement class offering an introduction to Ballroom and Latin Dance. The Ballroom technique includes Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Tango. The Latin technique includes Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. The Ballroom and Latin techniques are taught in a weekly rotating curriculum, using the syllabus of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. The dances in this class are to be danced with a partner. Ballroom and Latin Dance I is a yearlong course. Students are required to participate in the Annual Spring Dance Concert. Students can earn fine arts and/or physical education credits. Ballroom and Latin Dance II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (2195) (Ozen only) Prerequisite‐ Ballroom and Latin Dance I. This class is a movement class offering a continuation in Ballroom and Latin Dance. The Ballroom technique includes Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Tango. The Latin technique includes Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. Ballroom and Latin Dance III, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (3195) (Ozen only) Prerequisite‐Ballroom and Latin Dance II. This class is a movement class offering a continuation in Ballroom and Latin Dance. The Ballroom technique includes Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Tango. The Latin technique includes Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. Ballroom and Latin Dance IV, Grade 12, 1 credit (4195) (Ozen only) Prerequisite‐Ballroom and Latin Dance III. This class is a movement class offering a continuation in Ballroom and Latin Dance. The Ballroom technique includes Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Tango. The Latin technique includes Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. Spring Drill Team, Grades 10‐12, ½ credit (5505) Students will participate in dance competition and performance. History of Music, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0426) A comprehensive course of study of music history to develop the student’s interest in music sound production through various performance styles and venues. Emphasis will be placed on history of sound production and music fundamentals of notes and rhythms with two six weeks of Percussive studies, two six weeks of String studies and two six weeks of vocal studies. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 57 2012‐2013 FOREIGN LANGUAGES The following language courses must be taken in sequence. Two years of the same language meet the foreign language requirement for the Recommended High School Program transcript. Three years of the same language is required under the Distinguished Achievement High School Program and strongly encouraged for college entrance. Latin I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0141) Prerequisite – None. An introduction to the fundamentals of the language, Latin I stresses vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and simple composition. Enrichment studies in Roman life and history, classical mythology, and English derivatives are also offered, as well as oral practice. Latin II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0241) Prerequisite ‐ Latin I. This second course reviews Latin grammar and composition with emphasis on reading comprehension and interpretation of Latin literature. Major classical period authors are introduced in the reading selections and a short study of poetic forms and myths from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. Latin III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0341) Prerequisite ‐ Latin II. The goal for reading proficiency is intermediate high. Students are expected to master the prose style of Marcus Tullins’ Cicero, known for its balance and complexity. The subjunctive mood with its sophisticated array of applications is a particular emphasis of the course. Secondary emphasis is placed on cultural, rhetorical, historical, and literary concerns. Latin IV, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit [AP] (0441) Prerequisite ‐ Latin III. The goal for reading proficiency is high. Students are required to deal with the heroic poetic style of Virgil’s Aeneid, Rome’s great epic poem. The approach is literary, and stresses poetic form, literary conventions, figures of speech and metrical patterns. Textual analysis, translation, and pneumatic exposition form the core of course activities. Spanish I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0142) Prerequisite – None. This course is designed to help students develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing with emphasis on structure. Also given is an introduction to cultural background, daily life, customs, and traditions of Spanish‐speaking people, particularly Spanish America. Spanish II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0242) Prerequisite ‐ Spanish I. The spoken language is stressed. Students learn control of conversational patterns using correct pronunciation and intonation. Reading for comprehension and writing short compositions further their familiarity with Spanish life. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 58 2012‐2013 Spanish III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0342) Prerequisite ‐ Spanish II. Students are expected to create with the language and communicate successfully in basic survival situations. The goal for linguistic skills is to strengthen students’ command of spoken and written language in the following areas: accuracy of expression in the basic structures learned in levels I and 2; skill in narrating past, present, and future events with particular emphasis on the ability to use the simple and compound past tenses; ability to express feelings, opinions, and hypotheses using subjunctive and conditional constructions. Spanish IV, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit [AP] (0442) Prerequisite ‐ Spanish III. The goal for oral proficiency is intermediate to intermediate high. (It is unrealistic to expect fluency in students who have a maximum of 600 clock hours of exposure to the language.) Students will be expected to continue to create with the language and to progress beyond basic survival situations so that they use language appropriate to the social situation. Linguistic skills will enable students to communicate accurately in the past, present and future tenses and to express feelings, opinions and hypotheses using present and past subjunctive and conditional constructions. The goal for writing skills is to progress from short paragraphs to multi‐paragraph essays and literary analyses. Spanish V (AP), Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [AP] (0542) Prerequisite‐Spanish IV. The goal for the oral proficiency is intermediate high to advanced low. Students will be expected to continue to create with the language so that they use language appropriate to social or business situations. Students will be able to communicate in the present, past and future tenses and be able to express feelings, doubts and opinions using the present and past subjunctive. The goal for writing skills is to be able to write essays, literary analyses and original poetry. French I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0143) Prerequisite – None. Students learn to pronounce, read, and write basic sentences of spoken French, elementary French grammar and French culture/civilization are also studies and reinforced through French Club activities, films and guest lecturers. French II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0243) Prerequisite ‐ French I. The student extends his knowledge of spoken French, grammar and civilization. He learns to respond in both oral and written form. French III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0343) Prerequisite ‐ French II. Students are expected to create with the language and communicate successfully in basic survival situations. The goal for linguistic skills is to strengthen students’ command of spoken and written language in the following areas: accuracy of expression in the basic structures learned in levels I and 2; skill in narrating past, present, and future events with particular emphasis on the ability to use the simple and compound past tenses; ability to express feelings, opinions, and hypotheses using subjunctive and conditional constructions. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 59 2012‐2013 French IV, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [AP] (0443) Prerequisite ‐ French III. The goal for oral proficiency is intermediate to intermediate high. (It is unrealistic to expect fluency in students who have a maximum of 600 clock hours of exposure to the language.) Students will be expected to continue to create with the language and to progress beyond basic survival situations so that they use language appropriate to the social situation. Linguistic skills will enable students to communicate accurately in the past, present, and future tenses, and to express feelings, opinions, and hypotheses using present and past subjunctive and conditional constructions. The goal for writing skills is to progress from short paragraphs to multi‐paragraph essays and literary analyses. French V, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0543) Prerequisite‐French IV [AP]. The goal for the oral proficiency is intermediate high to advanced low. Students will be expected to continue to create with the language so that they use language appropriate to social or business situations. Students will be able to communicate in the present, past and future tenses and be able to express feelings, doubts and opinions using the present and past subjunctive. The goal for writing skills is to be able to write essays, literary analyses and original poetry. German I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0144) Prerequisite – None. This course covers basics of spoken and written German with emphasis on structure, vocabulary, oral comprehension, German geography and culture. German II, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0244) Prerequisite ‐ German I. German II stresses completion of grammatical forms, composition in the language, advanced vocabulary, and readings in Austrian and German culture. German III, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0344) Prerequisite ‐ German II [AP]. This course provides a review, a study of advanced grammar, a survey of German literature, readings about German scientists and advanced composition. German IV, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit (0444) Prerequisite ‐ German III [AP]. This course in German emphasizes various levels of the written and spoken language, a survey of German literary history, and intense study of scientific writings comprise this course. American Sign Language I, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0148) Students interested in becoming an interpreter, teacher of the deaf or would like to develop skills of communicating with the deaf may be interested in taking this course. Students should be certain the college they select will accept ASL for the foreign language requirement and will accept ASL for entrance requirements. American Sign Language II, Grades 10‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0248) American Sign Language III, Grades 10‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0348) Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 60 2012‐2013 INNOVATIVE COURSES AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), Grade 9, 1 credit (1671), Grade 10, 1 credit (2671), Grade 11 (3671), Grade 12 (4671) [State Elective Credit]. Princeton Review SAT AVID is an academic, regularly scheduled elective program, which includes academic instruction, tutorial support and motivational activities. AVID students are students in the “middle” with four‐year college potential who have not previously succeeded in a college preparatory curriculum path. Students must be enrolled in Pre‐AP or AP rigorous academic classes and in the AVID elective class, where they receive academic support. The Princeton Review Course is instructor lead by Princeton Review teachers for 11th grade students to assist with college admissions, basic skill instruction, assessment and SAT/ACT test preparation. The Princeton Review offers different programs for all grade level students, 9th – 12th grades, such as Roadmap to College, Online Test Preparation and the Education and Career Opportunities Systems which give students and parents immediate access to information on colleges, career majors, financial aid and scholarships. The students and their parents must have a desire to participate in AVID. Candidates must be interviewed, have average grades, pass STAAR, have no behavior problems and good attendance and wish to escape the trap of mediocrity. Freshmen and sophomores may take two years of the AVID elective. Juniors and seniors could enroll in independent study courses in the 2 foundation areas (Science and Math). These courses receive state elective credits. Community Service I, Grades 11‐12, ½ credit [local credit] (1672) A student must perform a needed community service and provide this service for 45 hours per semester for credit. Time credited toward the community service must be time spent outside the normal school day. The community service project must be one that is voluntary. Students must provide their own transportation. Community Service II, Grades 11‐12, ½ credit [local credit] (1673) Prerequisite: Community Service II. The student must perform 45 hours of voluntary service. Same criteria as Community Service I. Students must provide their own transportation. Music Production I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (1015) This course is designed to supplement the traditional performance‐based school music curriculum with knowledge and skills increasingly more relevant to 21st century musical practices. (NEW COURSE) Music Production II, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (1016) This course, also known as audio technology, serves as an overview to entering the professional world of audio engineering and the recording of sound. The course will focus on the fundamentals of music production and recording with an emphasis on hard‐disc recording utilizing industry standard hardware and software. (NEW COURSE) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 61 2012‐2013 Student Leadership, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (4677) This course provides an opportunity to study, practice, and develop group and individual leadership and organizational skills. These skills include, but are not limited to the following topics or areas: leadership roles, interpersonal relations, civic responsibility, decision making, problem solving and communication. Students enrolled in this course apply these skills in dealing with peers, school administration and the community. This course takes a hands‐on, lab‐oriented approach to leadership by involving students in participatory leadership through project planning and implementation. In many schools, the course is customized to meet the needs of a student council, but it is also adaptable to a broader student population. Student Leadership, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (4677L) This course provides an opportunity to study, practice, and develop group and individual leadership and organizational skills. These skills include, but are not limited to the following topics or areas: leadership roles, interpersonal relations, civic responsibility, decision making, problem solving and communication. Students enrolled in this course apply these skills in dealing with peers, school administration and the community. This course takes a hands‐on, lab‐oriented approach to leadership by involving students in participatory leadership through project planning and implementation. In many schools, the course is customized to meet the needs of a student council, but it is also adaptable to a broader student population. (NEW COURSE) BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 62 2012‐2013 Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 63 2012‐2013 Beaumont Independent School District Mathematics Sequences 2012‐‐2013 8th Grade 9th Grade
10th Grade
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12th Grade
**Pre Algebra **(See Note 1)** Algebra I **Math Models & Geometry
**(See Note3) Algebra II
Independent Study in Mathematics (if needed) EOC Math class (if needed) **Pre Algebra **(See Note 2)** Algebra I Geometry
Algebra II
Pre‐AP Algebra I Pre‐AP Geometry Pre‐AP Algebra II Pre‐AP
Pre‐Calculus Prerequisite: Pre AP Geometry, Pre AP Algebra II AP Calculus
Prerequisite: Pre Calculus Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Prerequisite: Geometry & Algebra II Pre‐Calculus Prerequisite: Geometry & Algebra II Independent Study in Mathematics EOC Math class (if needed) AP Calculus
Prerequisite: Pre‐Calculus Pre‐AP Geometry (Odom Academy / Smith Magnet only) Pre‐AP Pre‐AP Algebra II Pre‐Calculus Prerequisite: Pre‐AP Algebra I, Prerequisite: Algebra II Pre‐AP Geometry **Note 1: this course sequence is for students in need of a stronger grasp of Algebra I concepts. **Note 2: this course sequence is for students that have a firm grasp on the Algebra I concepts. **Note 3: this course must be taken prior to Algebra II. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 64 AP Statistics
Prerequisite: Algebra II 2012‐2013 MATHEMATICS Four mathematics credits are required for graduation. Students planning to attend a college, university, or technical school should check carefully the entrance requirements of the school they may select. ********************************************************************************* Accelerated Mathematics Program for students desiring to take the maximum number of math courses. Requirements: Approval from eighth or ninth grade algebra teacher, 8th grade math STAAR score will establish the criteria for students entering the accelerated program. Students in the accelerated program will be able to (1) take Algebra I in the 8th grade, Geometry in the 9th grade, Algebra II in the 10th grade, Pre‐calculus in the 11th grade and AP Calculus in the 12th grade; or (2) take Algebra I in the 9th grade, Geometry and Algebra II in the 10th grade, Pre‐calculus in the 11th grade, and AP Calculus in the 12th grade. (Exception: Odom Academy) ********************************************************************************** Algebra I, Grades 9‐10, 1 credit, [Regular] (0163) This course provides a foundation for higher‐level mathematics course. Students will deal with algebraic concepts and applications dealing with real numbers. Problem‐solving strategies will emphasize the use of these concepts when dealing with real‐life situations. End – of – Course exam minimum score required . Geometry, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0263) Prerequisite ‐ Algebra I. For students preparing for technical schools, colleges, or universities. Required for entrance at many major universities. End – of – Course exam minimum score required. Geometry, Grade 9, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0269) Prerequisite ‐ Pre‐AP Algebra I. Pre – AP Geometry is a demanding course, for students with a strong mathematical background. It will fortify students who will be taking Algebra II, Pre‐calculus, and AP Calculus, as well as the Advanced Placement Calculus test in the twelfth grade. End – of – Course exam minimum score required. Algebra II, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0363) Prerequisite ‐ Algebra I (It is strongly recommended that students complete Geometry before taking Algebra II). Recommended as a preparatory course for students planning to attend any university, college, or technical institute. End – of – Course exam minimum score required . Algebra II, Grades 9‐10, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0369) Prerequisites – Pre AP Algebra I, Pre AP Geometry. This course is designed for students showing an advanced aptitude in mathematics. This course covers the content of Algebra II and goes beyond the regular course in both content and depth. Content of this course which is not found in the regular course includes topics related to (a) 3‐space metrics and determinants (b) permutations, combinations and probability (c) trigonometric functions and graphs. End – of – Course exam minimum score required. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 65 2012‐2013 Mathematics Models with Applications, Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Regular] (0165) Prerequisite ‐ Algebra I. Mathematics Models must be taken prior to Algebra II. Students use algebraic, graphical, and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure, to model information, and to solve problems from various disciplines. Students use mathematical methods to model and solve real‐
life‐applied problems involving models from algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics. As students do mathematics, they continually use problem solving, language and communication, connections within and outside mathematics and reasoning. Advanced Quantitative Reasoning, Grade 12, 1 credit [Regular] (0473) Prerequisite – Geometry & Algebra II. This is a capstone mathematics course that follows Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. It builds on and extends what students have learned and covers other mathematics topics not typically taught in high school. The course does not remediate skills, but reinforces needed skills as students study new topics in relevant, engaging contexts. The course also helps students develop college and career skills such as collaborating, conducting research, and making presentations. (NEW COURSE) Pre‐Calculus, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [Advanced] (3368) Prerequisites ‐ Geometry and Algebra II. This course is written for the average and above average student who would like to prepare for college mathematics. The course is designed to present a comprehensive analysis of circular and trigonometric functions. Pre‐Calculus, Grades 10‐11, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (3369) Prerequisites –Pre AP Geometry and Pre AP Algebra II. This course is for the mathematically inclined student and is an excellent preparatory course for college and/or Advanced Placement Calculus AB. Pre‐
calculus includes Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry. Advanced Placement Calculus AB, Grades 10‐12, ½‐1 credit [Advanced Placement] (0469) Prerequisite ‐ Pre‐calculus. For college‐bound students who have completed appropriate prerequisites and who plan to enter a college program requiring a strong mathematics background. Calculus AB includes topics in differential and integral calculus and is comparable to a one‐semester Calculus I college course. It is expected that students who take an Advanced Placement course in calculus will seek college credit and /or placement from institutions of higher learning. Advanced Placement Calculus BC, Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Advanced Placement] (4469) Prerequisite ‐ Pre‐calculus. For college‐bound students who have completed appropriate prerequisites and who plan to enter a college program requiring a strong mathematics background. Calculus BC covers the Calculus AB topics (see above) as well as advanced topics in integral calculus, parametrically defined functions, vector functions, polar curves, and sequences and series. The Calculus BC course is comparable to a two‐semester sequence (Calculus I and II) at the college level. It is expected that students who take an Advanced Placement course in calculus will seek college credit and /or placement from institutions of higher learning. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 66 2012‐2013 Advanced Placement Statistics, Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [Advanced Placement] (0470) Prerequisite ‐ Algebra II, Geometry. The purpose of the AP course in Statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to exploring data, observing patterns, deciding what and how to measure, anticipating patterns in advance and understanding statistical inferences. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Examination to receive college credit. Independent Study in Mathematics, Grade 12, 1 credit (0463) Prerequisite ‐ Algebra II. This course builds on and extends knowledge from Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra 2 and satisfies the Texas 4x4 mathematics requirements. It uses statistical, algebraic, geometric, trigonometric, and discrete math models to solve complex problems involving a range of contexts, with a special emphasis on financial and economic situations. The course is appropriate as an alternative to pre‐calculus, especially for students not pursuing mathematics‐intensive fields, or it may be taken before, after, or concurrent with pre‐calculus for students pursuing further study in mathematics. End – of – Course Algebra I [local elective credit], Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0166) This course is for local credit, not state credit. This is a course for students who have not mastered the Algebra 1 EOC. End – of – Course Geometry [local elective credit], Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0266) This course is for local credit, not state credit. This is a course for students who have not mastered the Geometry EOC. End – of – Course Algebra II [local elective credit], Grades 9‐12, ½ ‐1 credit (0366) This course is for local credit, not state credit. This is a course for students who have not mastered the Algebra 2 EOC. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 67 2012‐2013 MATHEMATICS ELECTIVES Peer Tutoring I, Grade 12, ½ credit, [local credit] (0896) 1 semester only Prerequisite ‐ Math teacher recommendation, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and a 4th science course taken concurrently. This course is a peer tutoring course to help students needing further instruction in math concepts. It will offer academic support from fellow students. Reliable students who are competent in the course to be tutored, comfortable with the subject matter, recommended by their math instructor, and have a desire to help and encourage other students will be considered for the program. (NEW COURSE) Student tutors will assist students by: • Helping students enhance their mastery of mathematics concept understanding • Being a role model for good study habits and content understanding • Coaching students in study skills, note taking, organization and time management skills • Being a source of encouragement and support • Exhibiting professional, patient and compassionate understanding for the students being mentored Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 68 2012‐2013 NAVAL SCIENCE (R.O.T.C.) Naval Science will count as a P. E. credit or an elective credit. Naval Science I ‐ 1 credit (0901) Prerequisite – The student must be 14 years old, U.S. Citizen and take part in P.E. activities (normal class). Academic instruction includes study in Military Customs, leadership, Naval history, maritime geography, seapower, Naval ship organization, introduction to navigation and basic seamanship. Military instruction includes emphasis on individual, squad and platoon marching drill. The NJROTC uniform is worn one day per week. Extra‐curricular activities available in drill team, color guard, rifle team, pistol team, orienteering, and physical fitness. Cadets become part of the battalion organization and earn rank and position according to ability and performance. Naval Science II ‐ 1 credit (0902) Prerequisite ‐ Naval Science I. Academic instruction includes study in Naval orientation and career planning, leadership, Naval history oceanography, advanced navigation, Naval operations and communications, intelligence and national security, shipboard evolutions, and first aid. Military instruction includes emphasis on military drill, marksmanship, sword drill and orienteering. The NJROTC uniform is worn one day a week. Extra‐curricular activities available in drill team, color guard, rifle team, pistol team orienteering and physical fitness. Cadets assume increased responsibility within the battalion organization as squad leaders or platoon guides. Naval Science III ‐ 1 credit (0903) Prerequisite ‐ Naval Science II. Academic instruction includes study in sea power strategies, Naval history, Naval leadership and discipline, the Navy and the Nation meteorology, astronomy electronics and survival training. Military instruction includes emphasis on advanced leadership positions in military drill, marksmanship, drill with arms, and orienteering. The NJROTC uniform is worn one day per week. Extra‐curricular activities available in drill team, color guard, rifle team, pistol team, orienteering and physical fitness. Advanced leadership positions available are TEAM Commander positions and Platoon Commander positions within the battalion organization. Completion of 3 years also makes student eligible for special college NJROTC scholarship. Naval Science IV ‐ 1 credit (0904) Prerequisite ‐ Naval Science III. Cadets fill officer and staff positions within the battalion organization. Military duties include leadership and supervisory positions within the organization. Certain administrative duties are required. Academic instruction includes study in leadership, Naval history, military justice, international law and the sea, national strategy, Naval weapons, Naval logistics, and Naval research and development. The NJROTC uniform is worn one day per week. Cadets in this course plan and execute unit activities and assist the Naval Science staff in the administration of the unit. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 69 2012‐2013 8th Grade 9th Grade
Beaumont Independent School District Science Sequences 2012—2013 th
10 Grade
11th Grade
8th Grade Science – Regular and Honors 8th ESL 8th Resource Prerequisite: ARD Biology I or Pre‐AP Biology Prerequisite: Integrated Physics and Chemistry – not a prerequisite for 9th grade students entering high school the fall of 2011 and after Chemistry I Regular Prerequisites: Biology I (regular or Pre‐AP), Algebra I, and Geometry or concurrent enrollment Chemistry Pre‐AP Prerequisites: Biology I (regular or Pre‐AP), Algebra II or concurrent enrollment Physics I Regular Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, (regular or Pre‐AP) Algebra I and a second required math course Physics I Pre‐AP Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I or (regular or Pre‐AP), Pre‐Calculus or concurrent enrollment Integrated Physics and Chemistry Prerequisite: Algebra I or concurrent ODOM AND SMITH MAGNET ONLY Biology I Regular or Pre‐AP SMITH MAGNET ONLY Chemistry I Regular Prerequisites: Biology I( regular or Pre‐AP), Algebra I, and Geometry or concurrent enrollment CHS MEDICAL MAGNET ONLY Chemistry I ‐ Pre‐AP Prerequisites: Biology I (regular or Pre‐AP), Algebra II or concurrent enrollment CHS MEDICAL MAGNET ONLY Physics I Regular Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, (regular or Pre‐AP) Algebra I and a second required math course Physics I Pre‐AP Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I or (regular or Pre‐AP), Pre‐Calculus or concurrent enrollment CHS MEDICAL MAGNET ONLY Anatomy & Physiology Organic Chemistry Biotechnology Medical Microbiology Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I CHS MEDICAL MAGNET ONLY BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 70 12th Grade
Prerequisite for all 4th year science courses: 3 high school science credits from the following: IPC –until 2012, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Aquatic Science Environment Systems Astronomy Earth and Space Science AP Biology II Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I AP Chemistry II Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, Pre‐Calculus or concurrent enrollment AP Physics B II Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, Pre‐Calculus AP Physics C II Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, Enrolled in Calculus AP Environmental Systems II Prerequisites: Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, Algebra I Laboratory Management Local Credit only Prerequisites: Science Teacher recommendation, 4 lab sciences or concurrent senior year only
2012‐2013 SCIENCE Integrated Physics and Chemistry, Grades 9 or 10, 1 credit (0171) Prerequisite‐Algebra I or concurrent enrollment. Integrated Physics and Chemistry is an entry‐level course. Students may not enroll in IPC if they had had Chemistry I and/or Physics I. In Integrated Physics and Chemistry, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: motion, waves, energy transformations, properties of matter, changes in matter, and solution chemistry. High school credit is not given to students completing IPC in middle school with the exception of students attending Smith Middle School in preparation for the Central Medical Magnet program. Biology I, Grades 9‐10, 1 credit (0271) Prerequisite – Integrated Physics & Chemistry. IPC is not a prerequisite for 9th grade students entering high school the fall of 2011 and after. In Biology, students conduct field and laboratory investigations. Use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical‐thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Biology study a variety of topics that include: structures and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment. End‐of‐Course exam minimum score required. Pre AP Biology I, Grades 9‐10, 1 credit (0279) Prerequisite – Integrated Physics & Chemistry. IPC is not a prerequisite for 9th grade students entering high school the fall of 2011 and after. Pre AP Biology is designed for students showing a high degree of self‐motivation and an advanced aptitude for science. It covers the content of the regular course, but is a more in‐depth study of Biology. Higher level thinking skills, critical thinking skills, and creativity are stressed in laboratory and research activities. End‐of‐Course exam minimum score required. Chemistry I, Grades 10‐11, 1 credit [Regular] (0373) Prerequisites – Biology I, Algebra I, Geometry or concurrent enrollment. In Chemistry, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: characteristics of matter; energy transformations during physical and chemical changes; atomic structure; periodic table of elements; behavior of gases; bonding; nuclear fusion and nuclear fission; oxidation‐reduction reactions; chemical equations; solutes; properties of solutions; acids and bases; and chemical reactions. Students will investigate how chemistry is an integral part of our daily lives. This course is designed for students proficient in Algebra and Geometry skills since it involves the use of Algebra principles to calculate chemical quantities and the Geometry skills of relationships and proportions. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 71 2012‐2013 Pre AP Chemistry I, Grades 10‐11, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0379) Prerequisites ‐ Biology I, Algebra II or concurrent enrollment. This course is offered to advance students and is a more in‐depth study of Chemistry with intensive laboratory experiences. Strong emphasis is placed on mathematical formulation of principles and solution of problems. The student must be proficient in using both Algebra I and Algebra II skills. Students should have a high degree of self‐motivation and an aptitude toward science and mathematics. Higher level thinking skills, critical thinking skills and creativity are stressed in laboratory and research activities. End‐of‐Course exam minimum score required. Physics I, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0674) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, completion of Algebra II. In Physics, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: laws of motion; changes within physical systems and conservation of energy and momentum; force; thermodynamics; characteristics and behavior waves; and quantum physics. This course provides students with a conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical and scientific skills. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. Pre AP Physics I, Grades 11‐12, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0679) Prerequisites – Biology, Chemistry I, Pre‐Calculus or concurrent enrollment. This course is a more in‐
depth study of Physics I. Students should have a high degree of self‐motivation and an aptitude toward science and mathematics. Higher level thinking skills, critical thinking skills, and creativity are stressed in laboratory and research activities. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. AP SCIENCE COURSES Students are allowed to take these courses only after completing 3 previous years of science credits which include: IPC until 2012, Biology I, Chemistry I, and Physics I. AP Science Courses [Advanced Placement] AP science courses include those topics regularly covered in a college introductory course for science majors. The primary emphasis in an AP science course is to develop an understanding of concepts rather than memorize terms and technical detail. Critical components to this conceptual understanding are; grasp of science as a process rather than an accumulation of facts, personal experience in scientific inquiry, and recognition of unifying themes that integrate the major topic of the sciences, application of scientific knowledge and critical thinking to environmental and social concerns. The textbook used for AP science courses are equivalent to those used by college science students. Lab work encourages the development of skills such as detailed observation, accurate recording, experimental design, manual manipulation, data interpretation, statistical analysis, and the operation of technical equipment. Lab assignments offer the opportunity for students to learn about problem solving, the scientific method, the techniques of research and the use of scientific literature. Lab investigations also encourage higher order thinking, which may include evaluating and monitoring progress through investigations, generating ideas, and formulating a hypothesis. The labs exemplify experimental, mental and quantitative rather than descriptive, laboratory exercises. They are intended to challenge the student’s abilities to understand, develop and implement, appropriate experimental designs, manipulate data, draw conclusions, think analytically and develop hypotheses. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 72 2012‐2013 AP science courses are designed to be the equivalent of college introductory science courses that would be taken the first year of college. If a student qualifies on the AP examination, they may receive credit for that course and move on to an upper science course. Their placement depends on the college and their rules pertaining to advanced placement. AP science courses are intensive studies of science that require a very high level of self‐motivation and an aptitude towards science and math. AP Biology II, Grade 12, 1 credit (1079) Prerequisites ‐ Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. Content Requirements for Advanced Placement (AP) Biology are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Biology published by the College Board. AP Biology covers three general areas; molecules and cells, heredity and organisms and populations. The three main goals of AP Biology are to help students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology, help students gain an appreciation of science as a process, and provide students with factual knowledge and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of Biology. AP Chemistry II, Grade 12, 1 credit (0579) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, or concurrently enrollment, Pre‐Calculus or concurrent enrollment. Content Requirements for Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Chemistry, published by the College Board. AP Chemistry covers five general areas; structure of matter, states of matter, reactions, descriptive chemistry and laboratory experiences. The goals of AP Chemistry are for students to attain an understanding of the fundamentals, a reasonable competence in dealing with chemical problems and to contribute to the development of the student’s ability to think clearly, and express ideas both orally and in writing, with clarity and logic. AP Physics II‐B, Grade 12, 1 credit (0878B) Prerequisites ‐ Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, Pre‐Calculus. Content Requirements for Advanced Placement (AP) Physics B are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Physics, published by the College Board. AP Physics B provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics and emphasizes the development of conceptual understanding and problem‐solving ability using algebra and trigonometry, but rarely calculus. In most colleges, this is a one‐year terminal course including a laboratory component and is not the usual preparation for more advanced physics and engineering courses. However, the B course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life sciences, pre‐medicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science. AP Physics II‐C, Grade 12, 1 credit (0879) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, enrolled in Calculus. Content requirements for Advanced Placement [AP] Physics C are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Physics, published by the College Board. AP Physics C forms the first part of the college sequence that serves as the foundation in physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. The sequence is parallel to or preceded by mathematics courses that include calculus. Methods of calculus are used wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and applying them to physical problems. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems, some requiring calculus. AP Physics C covers mechanics electricity, and magnetism. Fewer topics are covered in AP Physics C than in AP Physics B; however, they are covered in greater depth and with greater analytical and mathematical sophistication, including calculus applications. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 73 2012‐2013 AP Environmental Systems II, Grades 11 – 12, 1 credit (0471) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I or Physics I, Algebra I. Content Requirements for Advanced Placement [AP] Environmental Science are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement Course Description: Environment Science, published by the College Board. The goal of the AP Environmental Science is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the inter‐relationships of the natural world, 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. Environmental science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. The topics covered in AP Environmental Science include: scientific analysis, interdependence of the earth’s systems, human population dynamics, renewable and nonrenewable resources, environmental quality, global changes and consequences, environment and society, and choices for the future. The AP Environmental Science course includes a strong laboratory and field investigation component. The goals of this component complement the classroom portion of the course by allowing students to learn about the environment through first‐hand observation. TH
4 YEAR COURSES Students are allowed to take these courses only after completing 3 previous years of science credits which include: IPC until 2012, Biology I, Chemistry I, and Physics I. Aquatic Science, Grade 12, 1 credit (0277) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. In Aquatic Science, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: components of an aquatic ecosystem; relationships among aquatic habitats and ecosystems; roles of cycles within an aquatic environment; adaptations of aquatic organisms; changes within aquatic environments; geological phenomena and fluid dynamics effects; and origin and use of water in a watershed Astronomy, Grade 12, 1 credit (0172) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. In Astronomy, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study the following topics; information about the universe; scientific theories of the evolution of the universe; characteristics and the life cycle of stars; exploration of the universe; role of the sun in our solar system; planets; and the orientation and placement of the Earth. Environmental Systems, Grade 12, 1 credit (0174) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. In Environment Systems, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include; biotic and abiotic factors in habitats; ecosystems and biomes; interrelationships among resources and an environmental system; sources and flow of energy through an environmental system; relationship between carrying capacity and changes in populations and ecosystems; and changes in environments. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 74 2012‐2013 Earth and Space Science, Grade 12, 1 credit (0675) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. Earth and Space Science (ESS) is a capstone course designed to build on students’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth’s system in space and time. ESS themes includes: Earth in space and time, Solid Earth, and Fluid Earth. ESS has three strands: systems, energy and relevance. Organic Chemistry, Grades 10‐12, (Central M. M. H. S. only) ½ credit (0479) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. This course will place special emphasis on applying the concepts of organic chemistry to bio‐organic chemistry, including discussions on carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, terpenes, steroids, alkaloids, and other natural products and biological substances. Laboratory practice will include an introduction to general organic laboratory procedures. Biotechnology, Grades 10‐12, (Central M. M. H. S. only) ½ credit (3256) Prerequisites – Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I. This course is an introduction to biotechnology including career possibilities, history and applications of DNA/RNA technology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safety practices. Laboratory practice will incorporate using pH meters, mixing buffers, performing measurements, standardizing and preparing solutions, and performing separatory techniques. Anatomy and Physiology, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (3242) (Central M. M. H. S. only) Prerequisites – Biology and Chemistry. In this course, students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics will be presented through an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students will study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and will investigate the body’s responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy systems. Medical Microbiology (Central M. M. H. S. only) 1 credit (5455) (Prerequisites ‐Biology I, Chemistry I, or concurrent) In this course, students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Students will study the relationships of microorganisms to wellness and disease. Students also develop knowledge and skills related to disease prevention by learning the chain of infection and standard precautions. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 75 2012‐2013 SCIENCE ELECTIVES Laboratory Management, Grade 12, ½ ‐ 1 credit [local credit] (0375) Prerequisites ‐ Science teacher recommendation, Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, and a 4th science course taken concurrently. Laboratory management is designed to increase student skills in laboratory techniques and procedures. Reliable students who have an aptitude for science will be accepted as a laboratory assistant. The student will assist in setting up equipment, dismantling equipment, and organizing lab supplies. Peer Tutoring I, Grade 12, ½ credit [local credit] (0895), 1 semester only Prerequisite ‐ Science teacher recommendation, Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I, and a 4th science course taken concurrently. This course is a peer tutoring course to help students needing further instruction in science concepts. It will offer academic support from fellow students. Reliable students who are competent in the course to be tutored, comfortable with the subject matter, recommended by their science instructor, and have a desire to help and encourage other students will be considered for the program. (NEW COURSE) Student tutors will assist students by: • Helping students enhance their mastery of scientific concept understanding • Being a role model for good study habits and content understanding • Coaching students in study skills, note taking, organization and time management skills • Being a source of encouragement and support • Exhibiting professional, patient and compassionate understanding for the students being mentored Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 76 2012‐2013 Beaumont Independent School District Social Studies Sequences 2012‐2013 8th Grade 9th Grade
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BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 77 2012‐2013 SOCIAL STUDIES World Geography Studies, Grade 9, 1 credit [Regular] (0382) Students will study the relationships among people, places, and environments that result in geographic patterns on Earth’s surface. Students study the geography of the world to understand geographic relationships, structures, and functions of political systems, ways individuals and societies have interacted over time, similarities and differences among people and relationships among science, technology, and society. Social studies skills enable students to acquire, organize, and use information for problem solving and decision making. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. World Geography Studies, Grade 9, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0388) The Pre‐AP World Geography course is designed to prepare students for future Advanced Placement courses later in their high school career in which they will seek college credit. This course will introduce the student to the scope of geography and serves as a foundation for all social studies courses at the high school level. Elements include the study and analysis of the earth’s physical and human characteristics with topics that range from basic map skills to types of governments and economic systems. Special emphasis is placed on the study of the world’s countries including their landforms and topography, resources, cultures, ethnic groupings, demographic patterns, and historical backgrounds. It introduces the students to the world of geographers, their unique vocabulary, tools and methodologies. In addition to preparing for the End of Course exam, which is a graduation requirement, the Pre‐AP student will do more individual and group analysis to construct their knowledge of the world in which they live. Strong writing skills, advanced cognitive aptitude and intrinsic motivation are required to succeed on the college level and it is for this reason that these skills will be emphasized in this course. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. World History Studies, Grade 10, 1 credit [Regular] (0381) Students will compare how people, events, and issues from the past have influenced the present and the future. Students study civilizations to understand civic ideals, geographic relationships, the purposes, structures, and functions of political systems, ways individuals and societies have interacted over time, the similarities and differences among people and the relationships among science, technology, and society. Social Studies skills will enable students to acquire, organize, and use information for problem solving and decision making. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. AP World History, Grade 10, 1 credit (0389) This course will also trace the development of civilizations throughout the world. Political changes, economic development, the influence of geography on cultures and creativity in the arts are patterns of civilization that will be explored in depth. Creative thinking skills and problem solving are an integral part of this course structure, as is more in‐depth research and use of literature. The basis for study is the College Board Program. Students are prepared for the Advanced Placement U. S. History exam. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 78 2012‐2013 U. S. History Since Reconstruction, Grade 11, 1 credit (0181) A study is made of people, events, and issues from Reconstruction to the present. Understanding civic ideals, basis of the U. S. constitutional republic, benefits of the U.S. free enterprise system; geographic relationships; purposes, structures, and functions of political systems; ways individuals and societies have interacted over time; and the relationships among science, technology, and society is the basis of the course. Social studies skills enable students to acquire, organize, and use information for problem solving and decision making. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. AP U. S. History Grade 11, 1 credit (0189) The Advanced Placement Program in U.S. History is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems occurring throughout our history. Students will learn to assess historical materials, their reliability and importance and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. Students should develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay form. The basis for study is the College Board Program. Students are prepared for the Advanced Placement U. S. History exam. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. Economics and the Free Enterprise System, Grade 12, ½ credit [Regular] (0482) Prerequisite – U. S. History. This course provides opportunities for students to study basic principles concerning production, consumption and distribution of goods and services through a free enterprise system. Students examine the role of government in the American economic system, and explore selected aspects of international economic systems. AP Economics, Grade 12, ½ credit (0489) Prerequisite – U. S. History. This course requires students to develop a sophisticated understanding of the basic economic problem of scarcity of supply in relation to demand, specific factors such as productive resources that influence this problem, and major economic systems‐‐ their development, their primary characteristics, and their descriptive and functional components. Students are prepared to take the Microeconomics or Macroeconomics Advanced Placement exam. U.S. Government, Grade 12, ½ credit [Regular] (0481) Prerequisite – U. S. History. Students will study systems of government as well as structures of power and authority to provide order and stability. Students study the U. S. Government to understand civic ideals, the basis of the U. S. constitutional republic; the purposes, structures, and functions of political systems; and the relationships among science, technology, and society. Students will use information for problem solving and decision making. AP U. S. Government, Grade 12, ½ credit (0488) Prerequisite – U. S. History. This course will include and exceed the regular course by including more in depth study of the principles, structure, and processes of the American system of government through readings and research. Understanding of the structure and operation of U. S. Government by analysis, critical evaluation, and solutions of contemporary problems at all levels—local, state, and national will be expected. Students are prepared to take the U. S. Government and Politics Advanced Placement Exam. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 79 2012‐2013 Humanities I, Grade 9, English I [Pre‐AP] and World Geography [Pre‐AP] 2 credits (2129, 2382) Students enrolled in the Humanities I course take English I and World Geography in a 2‐hour block of time. In addition to the core curriculum for the two subjects, students are involved in the Future Problem Solving Program and/or the Odyssey of the Mind Program, both recommended by TEA for gifted/talented students. Students are also involved in additional group problem solving projects relating to the core subjects, but differentiated in depth and acceleration of content, process and product. End‐of ‐Course exam minimum score required. Humanities II, Grade 10, English II [Pre‐AP] and World History Studies [Pre‐AP] 2 credits (2229, 2389) The design of the 10th grade Humanities Program enables students who are capable of high performance to have differentiated learning experiences in order to gain greater insight into creative and productive thinking, and to develop leadership skills. Group and individual projects make up a major part of the Humanities grade. Assessment of projects is based on criteria that each student must meet. Students receive details of criteria prior to preparing and presenting their projects. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. Humanities III, Grade 11, English III [AP] and U. S. History [AP] 2 credits (2329, 2189) As in 9th and 10th grade, students are enrolled in two courses at the 11th grade level, English III and U. S. History. Course content is also presented in a double block of time for which students receive two credits. The content is more in‐depth and students are involved in long‐term group projects. End‐of‐ Course exam minimum score required. Humanities IV, Grade 12, English IV [AP] (0429) Government/Economics, 2 credits (0488) (0489) The students are enrolled in two courses at the 12th grade level, English IV and Government/Economics. Course content is also presented in a double block of time for which students receive two credits. The content is more in‐depth and students are involved in long‐term group projects. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 80 2012‐2013 SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES Special Topics in Social Studies, Grades 11‐12, ½ credit [Regular] (0486) The special topic for this course is American Cultural Studies. Students are provided the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills of the social sciences to a variety of American cultural topics and issues. Students use critical‐thinking skills to locate, organize, analyze, and use data collected from a variety of sources. Problem solving and decision making are important elements of the course as is the communication of information in written, oral, and visual forms. Special Topic in Social Studies New Testament, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0384) The purpose of the course is to teach students knowledge of Biblical content, of its influence on character, poetry and narratives that are prerequisites to understanding contemporary society and culture. The classes will include literature, art, music, and public policy as influenced by Biblical writings. Students will familiarize themselves with the history, law, and literary style of the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament. Special Topic in Social Studies Hebrew Scriptures, Grades 9‐12, ½ credit (0383) This course is an academic study of selected narratives, characters, discourses, proverbs and poetry. New Testament, the course demonstrates the literary qualities of the Bible. It shows how a basic knowledge of the character, themes, and motifs of the Bible are important for understanding of western civilization. (These ½ credit courses will not endorse, favor, promote, disfavor or show hostility toward any particular religion or nonreligious perspectives. History of the Bible cannot be substituted for a state required history course. Sociology, Grades 11‐12, ½ credit [Regular] (0282) In Sociology, students study dynamics and models of individual and group relationships. Topics such as the history and systems of sociology, cultural and social norms, social institutions, and mass communication are emphasized. Psychology, Grades 11‐12, ½ credit [Regular] (0281) Students consider the development of the individual and the personality. The course is based on an historical framework and relies on effective collection and analysis of data. Students study topics such as theories of human development, personality, motivation, and learning. Economics Advanced Studies, Grade 12, ½ credit (2388) Prerequisite – Economics and the Free Enterprise System. In Economics Advanced Studies students conduct in‐depth research, prepare a product of professional quality, and present their findings to appropriate audiences. Students working independently or in collaboration with a mentor, investigate a problem, issue, or concern; research the topic using a variety of technologies; and present a product of professional quality to an appropriate audience. Advanced Placement European History, Grades 11‐12, ½ ‐ 1 credit (0485) (Ozen H. S. only) Prerequisite – World History [Pre‐AP]. This course focuses on students’ developing an understanding of European intellectual and cultural history, political and diplomatic history, and social and economic history. Students will analyze historical evidence and be expected to express historical understanding in writing. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 81 2012‐2013 TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS Computer Science I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit [Regular] (0910) Prerequisite – Completed Algebra I. Beginning typing skills are very helpful. This entry level programming class covers topics such as programming methodology, data types, decision and looping statements, subprograms, randomization, sorts, searches, graphics, files, and dynamic structures. Computer Science I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit [Pre‐AP] (0911) Prerequisite – Completed or concurrent geometry or second year algebra. Beginning typing skills are very helpful. This entry level programming class covers topics such as programming methodology, data types, decision and looping statements, subprograms, randomization, sorts, searches, graphics, files, and dynamic structures. Multimedia, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (Ozen H. S. only) (0913) Multimedia is a laboratory‐based course designed to provide an overview of and experience in multimedia technology. Sounds, images, graphics, and video are the informational projects from which students will construct media‐rich knowledge structures. Students will develop necessary skills and obtain hands‐on experiences working with a variety of multimedia tools to build linear and non‐linear interactive products. Desktop Publishing, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0914), formerly Advanced Journalism: Newspaper I or Advanced Journalism: Yearbook I. Prerequisites – Journalism I, the recommendation of an English teacher and passing STAAR Reading 9th grade and writing 7th grade. This project‐based course focuses on real‐world audiences as customers, intensifying their experience in editing and publishing. Students will learn to use a collection of software tools and design techniques to create either the school newspaper or the school yearbook. *Please note – Desktop Publishing (0914), 1 credit may substitute for one credit of Advanced Journalism: Newspaper or Advanced Journalism: Yearbook. Must register as Desktop Publishing to receive Technology credit. Technology Applications Independent Study I, Grade 11‐12, 1 credit (0915) Prerequisites – Completion of 2 Technology Application courses – Computer Science I, Desktop Publishing, Webmastering (Ozen H. S. only – Multimedia, Digital Animation and Graphics, Video Technology). The Independent Study course provides opportunities for students desiring to continue in the acquisition of multimedia, telecommunications, or programming skills sets, build portfolios, solve problems, and create products for school and community. Instructional design principles and software skill sets relevant to instruction and interwoven into real products are the focus of the course. Technology Applications Independent Study II, Grade 11‐12, 1 credit (0916) Technology Applications Independent Study III, Grade 11‐12, 1 credit (0926) Webmastering, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0917) This course develops webmastering skills: scripting, developing the searching strategies, publishing skills, and serving information on a web server. Students will develop skill in working with text, audio, video, and graphic files to publish on the World Wide Web. Ultimately students will possess the skills necessary to create websites for personal use as well as classes, schools, or businesses, thus participating in the global community of learners and collaborators. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 82 2012‐2013 Digital Graphics and Animation, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0918) This course introduces design, typography, and imaging techniques, including digital composition, color, imaging, editing, and animation. The student will use computer tools common to bitmapped and object‐oriented software programs to produce and edit digital designs as well as to incorporate design principles when capturing digital images with the scanner and camera. Student will work with color, resolution, and halftones as well as other image enhancing strategies including outlining, cropping, digital manipulation, color correction, masking, and the use of channels, paths, background, and layers. Animation, both 2‐D and 3‐D, will be introduced in this course. Video Technology I, Grades 9‐12, 1 credit (0919) Students will learn the video basics as well as participate in pre‐production, production and post‐
production stages of video creation, distribution, and evaluation of the product. They will use the process of editing to create special mood, tempo, and pace to enhance subject matter. Advanced Broadcast Technology I, Grades 10‐12, 1 credit (0920) Prerequisite ‐ Video Technology I. Students will learn the skills required for broadcast video production, including preparing news and documentary programs, producing scripts and broadcasting in a variety of radio and television formats to local audiences. Advanced Broadcast II Grades 11‐12 (0930), 1 credit Advance Broadcast III, Grades 11‐12 (0940), 1 credit Advanced Broadcast Technology requires students to gather taped segments for editing. Most videotaping segments take at least 1.5 hours to complete as students must set up for the taping, complete the taping, and then wrap up the set. These students are currently providing many services to the district through taped segments of events on Beaumont ISD campuses, community parades and events such as the Urban Summit, and instructional videos to be shown on Channel 7. Each student is required to produce a minimum of 10 projects for their course portfolios. A minimum of a 2‐hour block of time is needed to produce quality projects. \ Audio Engineering, Grades 11‐12 (0190), 1 credit Prerequisite ‐ Multimedia Digital Graphics or Webmastering. Students will learn the skills required for radio broadcasts and audio productions, including preparing news programs, interviews, talk shows, advertisements, productions scripts, recording, and broadcasting in a variety of radio formats. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 83 2012‐2013 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL‐MEDICAL‐MAGNET PROGRAM The Beaumont Independent School District High School of Medical Professions (HSMP) will be facilitated by Central High School Medical Magnet Program. This extensive four‐year college preparatory program will emphasize science and mathematics courses as well as other advanced academics. Electives will include Health Care Science, Health Occupations Laboratory, and Premedical preparatory classes, which will allow students to receive practical experience and knowledge of the medical world. All Beaumont ISD high school students are eligible to apply for admission to the High School of Medical Professions. Students may enter into the Magnet Program; yet remain a student at their home campus. The Medical Magnet Program provides basic instruction leading to careers in all medical occupations, but the primary focus of the program is centered on those students wanting to become doctors. I.
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Preceptorship The partnership between Central High School and Memorial Herman Baptist Hospital will include the preceptorship through the Memorial Baptist Facilities. Our preceptorship will be a unique program that allows junior and senior level students to experience “hands‐on” training at different medical facilities throughout the area. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 84 2012‐2013 III.
V. High School of Medical Professions Enrichment Courses The Medical Magnet Program offers the most advanced and challenging academic curriculum available. Courses taught are: • Principles of Health Science • Health Science Technology I • Health Science Technology II • Health Science Technology III • Anatomy and Physiology • Medical Microbiology • World Health Research • Counseling and Mental Health • Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness • Veterinary Medical Assistant • Organic Chemistry • Biotechnology • Spanish for Medical Magnet Students Curriculum Regular courses are offered as described in the comprehensive course offering bulletin for all BISD high schools. VI. Individual Humanities Program (IHP), Pre‐Advanced Placement (Pre‐AP), and Advanced Placement (AP) classes are available to students who meet the qualifications. Medical Magnet courses are offered at Central High School and students work on 2‐period rotations during the school day. Instructional Strategies The following instructional strategies are emphasized at Central High School: 1. Socratic Approach – inquiry as a strategy of instruction. 2. Technology – computer software and instructional technology and materials. 3. Cornell Notes – organized highly efficient note taking system for assisting retention, clarifying, and reinforcing learning. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 85 2012‐2013 OZEN HIGH SCHOOL‐FINE ARTS MAGNET PROGRAM The Ozen High School Magnet Program includes the following components: • Pegasus Honors Courses for academically talented students • Enrichment Courses Pegasus honors classes are provided in the areas of mathematics, language arts, social studies, science, and foreign languages. Enrichment courses are in the area of fine arts. Students from the entire school district are eligible to apply for admission to the Ozen High School Magnet Program. They may gain entry into the Pegasus or Enrichment Program by application. If magnet course availability exists, students other than Ozen High School students may gain entry yet remain a student at their home campus through a majority to minority transfer for a four year window beginning in August of 2012 and ending in May 2013. I.
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The Pegasus Academic Program has a more rigorous standard of entrance. Pegasus course offerings are: Pegasus: Pre‐AP English 1 & 2 AP English 3 & 4 Pre‐AP Geometry Pre‐AP Algebra 2 Pre‐AP Calculus AP Calculus AP Statistics Integrated Physics/Chemistry Pre‐AP Biology 1 AP Biology 2 Pre‐AP Chemistry 1 AP Chemistry 2 Pre‐AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Environmental Systems Pre‐AP World Geography Studies AP World History Studies AP United States History AP United States Government AP Economics AP Art History AP Studio Art Spanish II, III, IV & V French II, III, IV & V German II, III, IV & V B. Academically strong students may be approved by the principal to enroll in college‐ level courses through the dual credit program. Grades will be recorded on both the high school and college Academic Achievement Record. These grades are usually transferable to most colleges and universities; however, students should check with these institutions before enrolling. Those eligible for the dual credit program must first take and pass the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA). Some students may be eligible for THEA exemption if they meet the qualifying standards on the STAAR End‐of‐Course Exams, ACT or SAT. Students must make 1200 on the SAT to be accepted into Lamar University. Students must make 29 on the ACT to be accepted into Lamar University. Lamar University stated: Each student will be evaluated individually. BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 87 2012‐2013 III.
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Curriculum Regular courses are offered as described in this comprehensive course‐offering bulletin for all high schools in BISD. Individual Humanities Program (IHP), Pre‐Advanced Placement, (Pre‐AP), and Advanced Placement (AP) classes are available to students who meet the qualifications. Instructional Strategies The following instructional strategies are emphasized at Ozen High School as appropriate: 1.
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Multiple Intelligence – recognition and development of various types of giftedness. 4.
Studio Production – conceptual and practical audio and video production processes. Back to Table of Contents BISD Course Offering and Graduation Requirements 88 2012‐2013