Northwest Career and Technical Academy Mission Statement

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2 Northwest Career and Technical Academy Mission Statement The mission of the Northwest Career and Technical Academy is to boldly educate today s learners for tomorrow s challenges by developing advanced skills through unique hands on experiences in a professional setting, utilizing community partnerships, innovative ideas, and contemporary technologies. CCSD Statement of Nondiscrimination The Clark County School District does not knowingly discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, or participation in its programs and activities and provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Registration Information How to Use This Guide...4 Four Year Academic Plan...27 Academic Letter...4 Class Fees...27 Academic Probation...4 Prerequisites...27 Attendance Requirements...4 Teacher Recommendations...27 Senate Bill Core Course Offerings Academic Load Requirements NWCTA Class Load...5 Course Offerings Required High School Student Class Load CCSD...5 NWCTA Program Sequence Counseling Office...6 Biotechnology...32 Course Challenge...6 Construction Technology...32 Matriculation...6 Culinary Arts...33 Schedule Change Policy...6 Early Childhood Education...33 Special Programs...7 Engineering and Design...34 Code of Honor...8 Hospitality...34 Infinite Campus...9 Mechanical Technology...35 Technology...9 Media Communications...35 Club Activities...9 Medical Professions...36 Athletics...10 Teacher Education...37 Physical Education II Waiver Credit...10 Senior Internship Program...38 CCSD Athletic Eligibility...11 NCAA Initial Eligibility Requirements Credit Requirements and Options Career and Technical Education College Credit...13 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses AP Contract...15 Concurrent Credit Options...16 Duplicate Course Work Repeating Courses...16 External Credit Options Summer School Testing CCSD/State Testing Program...18 Graduation Requirements 21st Century Course of Study Expectations...19 Standard Diploma...20 Advanced Diploma...21 Advanced Honors Diploma...22 Adjusted High School Diploma...23 High Honor and Honor Graduates...23 NWCTA Program Diploma Endorsement...24 Nevada Dept. of Education CTE Endorsement...24 CTE College Credit...24 Valedictorian and Salutatorian...24 Preparing for College CCSD Guidance and Counseling Website...25 College Financial Aide...25 College Readiness Assessments...25 Military Information...26 Gov. Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program...26 College of Southern Nevada (CSN)...26 Nevada State College...26 UNLV/UNR Admission Requirements...26 Course Offerings English Mathematics Science Social Studies Additional Required Courses World Language Performing Arts Visual Arts Additional Courses Program Strands Biotechnology Courses Construction Technology Courses Culinary Arts Courses Early Childhood Education Courses Engineering and Design Courses Hospitality Courses Mechanical Technology Courses Media Communications Courses Medical Professions Courses Teacher Education Courses Program Course Fee List Additional Fee List Internship Criteria Contract

4 GENERAL INFORMATION HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE This Registration Guide provides students and parents/guardians with information to assist in the student s program choices. Students should discuss course selections with their parents/guardians, teachers, and counselor. Students are encouraged to enroll in courses that challenge and provide the best possible preparation for their future in terms of employment and post secondary education. ACADEMIC LETTER Academic letters are awarded to students receiving all A grades for both semesters during one academic year. For each subsequent year, the student meeting the Academic Letter requirement will receive a bar to attach to his/her Academic Letter. ACADEMIC PROBATION Students must maintain an un weighted cumulative GPA of 2.0 to attend NWCTA. Students with a cumulative GPA less than 2.0 will be placed on academic probation at the end of the semester. Each counselor will schedule a meeting with the student to develop a written improvement plan. The NWCTA Academic Probation Policy is intended to encourage student participation and success in academics at a challenging level. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS With state mandated accountability, comes greater responsibility to young people. Students are required to attend all classes in which they are enrolled. Students with more than seven (7) unexcused absences in any class will lose credit for that class. SENATE BILL 269 Senate Bill 269 took effect on January 1, 2015, which established new school attendance requirements for application of a learner s permit or driver s license, and requires imposing administrative sanctions on students with poor attendance. As of January 1, 2015, all students under the age of 18 who wish to apply for a learner s permit or driver s license must submit a completed DMV 301 form to the DMV office verifying he/she has attended at least 90% of the school days in the current semester. Students who have three or more unapproved absences may be deemed a habitual truant, issued a truancy citation, and suffer a suspension of their driver s license for thirty days for the first offense and sixty days for the second offense. 4

5 GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC LOAD REQUIREMENTS NWCTA CLASS LOAD Please read carefully this entire Registration Guide before selecting classes. All 12 th grade students must enroll in a minimum of six (6) classes. All 9 th, 10 th, and 11 th grade students must enroll in eight (8) classes. Students should select their required classes first and then list electives, including two (2) alternate elective choices. In the event some electives are filled, or an insufficient number of students enroll in a class, students will be enrolled in their alternate choice(s), if available, in the order listed. Each course is described by content and prerequisites. SENIORS ONLY: Seniors approved for a reduced load of six classes, open period 4 and/or 8, must have their own transportation to leave campus. Seniors must leave campus at the end of their class schedule, immediately after the third block of the day. Seniors with a shortened schedule may not stay to socialize during lunch or passing periods. Seniors who need to pass portions of their Nevada High School Proficiency Examination will be enrolled into proficiency preparation classes during any open periods. Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English English English English Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Science Science Science Social Studies Health Ed/Public Speaking Social Studies Social Studies Program Class PE I PE II Program Class Program Class Business Software Applications Program Class Program Class Program Class Program Class /Internship *See Internship schedule on page 38 REQUIRED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CLASS LOAD CCSD The State of Nevada, NAC , requires all high school students be enrolled as follows: Ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students must be enrolled in six classes or the equivalent of six periods per day, Twelfth grade students must be enrolled in at least four classes or the equivalent of four periods per day. [Seniors must take at least two classes per day on the block schedule.] Please Note : Although Concurrent Courses, Distance Education, Dual Credit, External Courses, and Work Experience are considered equivalent coursework, students must receive prior approval of the counselor and administration. NWCTA students in grades 9 11 must take eight (8) credits for the entire school year. 5

6 GENERAL INFORMATION COUNSELING OFFICE Academic counselors are available to assist parents and students with information on colleges, universities, technical institutes, student aid, including grants and scholarships, apprentice programs, etc. Parent/Teacher conferences are to be scheduled with the counselor s secretary at ext COURSE CHALLENGE Placement in some courses is based on the student s ability level, teacher recommendations, and other indicators. Students may challenge recommendations which they feel do not meet their academic needs. The student and parent/guardian should carefully consider all prerequisites for each course. The counselor will assist the student with assessing any information which may be helpful in making an informed decision. Please note that a student who successfully challenges a course must remain in the challenged course for a semester regardless of progress. Students will not be permitted to select courses below their ability level. Students are encouraged to enroll in courses which are academically fulfilling. MATRICULATION Grade classification for high school students will be determined by years in school, not on credit earned. Students are classified to the next grade level at the end of each school year. SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY Student initiated requests for schedule changes are considered only during the first 15 days of the semester, are subject to space availability, and are considered for the following specific reasons: Academic misplacement Nevada Proficiency preparation Adding required graduation courses Prerequisites Concurrent and/or Early Studies enrollment Successful completion of summer school No requests for a teacher change will be granted. Students who withdraw from a class after 15 days into the semester will receive a grade of F for the semester on their transcripts. A change will not be made that results in the student having no class within his/her schedule. The administration may, due to increased/decreased enrollment and staff changes, balance course sections by transferring students from one class section to another or to a different teacher. 6

7 GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIAL PROGRAMS The NWCTA Special Education Program offers a continuum of services determined by each student s Individual Educational Plan (IEP). The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A.) mandates the placement of students in the least restrictive educational environment. The least restrictive environment means that students will be educated, to the maximum extent appropriate, with non disabled students. An IEP committee, with parent and student involvement, develops the most appropriate educational program for each student. If necessary, the content is modified per the student s IEP to meet the individual needs of each student. General Education Classes/Consultative Support Students who are eligible for Special Education may be served in the general education classroom with reasonable accommodations and/or modifications. In the consultative model, the student s progress is monitored in the content area classroom on a regular basis. The consulting Special Education teacher provides support, assistance, advice, and supplementary material to the content area teacher. Standard and Adjusted High School Diploma A student may earn a Standard High School Diploma: Upon completion of credit requirements in general and/or special education courses including the required areas of study. Upon successful completion of the Nevada High School Proficiency Exam (NHSPE). A student may earn an Adjusted High School Diploma: Upon completion of credit requirements in special education and/or general courses and successful completion of IEP requirements. 7

8 GENERAL INFORMATION CODE OF HONOR NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION There is a clear expectation that all students will perform academic tasks with honor and integrity, with the support of parents, staff, faculty, administration, and the community. The learning process requires students to think, process, organize, and create their own ideas. Throughout this process, students gain knowledge, self respect, and ownership in the work that they do. These qualities provide a solid foundation for life skills, impacting people positively throughout their lives. Cheating and plagiarism violate the fundamental learning process and compromise personal integrity and one s honor. Students demonstrate academic honesty and integrity by not cheating, plagiarizing, or using information unethically in any way. What is cheating? Cheating or academic dishonesty can take many forms, but always involves the improper taking of information from and/or giving of information to another student, individual, or other source. Examples of cheating can include, but are not limited to: Taking or copying answers on an examination or any other assignment from another student or other source Giving answers on an examination or any other assignment to another student Copying assignments that are turned in as original work Collaborating on exams, assignments, papers, and/or projects without specific teacher permission Allowing others to do the research or writing for an assigned paper Using unauthorized electronic devices Falsifying data or lab results, including changing grades electronically What is plagiarism? Plagiarism is a common form of cheating or academic dishonesty in the school setting. It is representing another person s works or ideas as your own without giving credit to the proper source and submitting it for any purpose. Examples of plagiarism can include, but are not limited to: Submitting someone else s work, such as published sources in part or whole, as your own without giving credit to the source Turning in purchased papers or papers from the Internet written by someone else Representing another person s artistic or scholarly works such as musical compositions, computer programs, photographs, drawings, or paintings as your own Helping others plagiarize by giving them your work All stakeholders have a responsibility in maintaining academic honesty. Educators must provide the tools and teach the concepts that afford students the knowledge to understand the characteristics of cheating and plagiarism. Parents must support their students in making good decisions relative to completing coursework assignments and taking exams. Students must produce work that is theirs alone, recognizing the importance of thinking for themselves and learning independently, when that is the nature of the assignment. Adhering to the Code of Honor for the purposes of academic honesty promotes an essential skill that goes beyond the school environment. Honesty and integrity are useful and valuable traits impacting one s life. Questions or concerns regarding the consequences associated with a violation of the Code of Honor may be directed towards your child s school administration and/or the school district. 8

9 GENERAL INFORMATION INFINITE CAMPUS Infinite Campus is Clark County School District s parent communication system for all students in grades K 12, providing live up to date information regarding student attendance, grade book assignments, links to teacher e mails and class web sites, announcements, cafeteria information, and much more. For added convenience, parents with more than one student in CCSD may access all of their children s information at various schools with one login ID, online or by telephone, and in English or in Spanish. TECHNOLOGY Students are expected to use equipment, hardware, software, network, Internet, and other technology at NWCTA in an appropriate and responsible manner. Actions by students which result in damage, alteration, or interference of any of the above, violation of copyrights, or accessing inappropriate material will result in disciplinary action. Disciplinary action may include a Required Parent Conference (RPC), suspension, referral to zoned school, to legal authorities, or to a Behavior Program and/or monetary reimbursement to correct or repair the problem. Each student will be provided The Acceptable Use Policy, which explains the policy for student use of computers and Internet. The Computer Network Access Form is signed by the parent and student indicating that they understand and will abide by the Acceptable Use Policy. This form is kept on file at NWCTA for the duration of the school year. CLUB ACTIVITIES Students are encouraged to get involved in the existing club activities or begin a new club/organization at NWCTA. Clubs are based on an NWCTA program and/or special interests of students and staff. Student body and class officer elections will be held each year. Students will have an opportunity to be involved in student elections either as a candidate, member of a campaign committee, or as an informed voter. Prospective NWCTA Clubs/Organizations for School Year Anime HOSA Polynesian Dance Archery Hip Hop Club RHO KAPPA Art Key Club Robotics Basketball Kick Starter Club Science Bowl Bible Media/Movie Club SkillsUSA Black Student Union Model United Nations Students Love AP Book Club Mu Alpha Theta (Math Club) Soccer Club Burning Hawks Production Multicultural (Folklore) Spanish Club Chess Club Music Speech & Debate DECA Music Student Council Earth Club National Honor Society Sun Youth Forum Fine Arts Recognition National Honor Society of Sports Medicine Varsity Quiz FBLA NWCTA Future Educators Volleyball FCCLA Peer Leaders Weight Training 9

10 GENERAL INFORMATION ATHLETICS NWCTA students involved in athletics must communicate with the Activities Office, and the counselor s office about his/her intended season schedule. Students with an interest in competitive sports are encouraged to participate in tryouts for the sport(s) of their choice at their zoned school. Students must contact the zoned school for tryout schedules. Students who participate in sports will be released early (at 1:00 PM) to their practices, if needed. Make up work for the missed class time is the responsibility of the student athlete. Busing for sports is not available from NWCTA to the zoned school. TRANSPORTATION IS THE COMPLETE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARENT/GUARDIAN FALL WINTER SPRING Cross Country male/female Basketball male/female Baseball male Football male Bowling male/female Golf male Golf female Wrestling male Softball female Soccer male/female Tennis male/female Volleyball female Swimming male/female Track/Field male/female Volleyball male PHYSICAL EDUCATION II WAIVER CREDIT A maximum of ONE Physical Education II Waiver credit may be earned toward graduation. Students are required to participate in and complete one of the school sponsored activities listed below: Baseball Varsity, Junior Varsity Basketball Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Bowling Cheerleaders Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Cross Country Varsity Flag Football Varsity, Junior Varsity Football Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Marching Band/Flags/Mascots Soccer Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Softball Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Swimming Varsity Tennis Varsity Track Varsity Volleyball Varsity, Junior Varsity, B Team Golf Varsity Wrestling Varsity, Junior Varsity * Team Managers are not eligible for the P.E. II Waiver; however, they may be eligible for Community Service credit. 10

11 GENERAL INFORMATION CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY Initial Eligibility General Requirements 1. Must be enrolled in grades Must reside in the schools of enrollment attendance zone. Must be accepted as a student attending NWCTA. 3. Must be enrolled in a minimum of two units of credit consisting of at least four classes per semester and regularly attend school. 4. Must have passed a minimum of two units of credit the immediate preceding semester with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. A student may earn a maximum of one unit of external credit (summer school, correspondence, etc.) to improve a previous semester deficiency. 5. Transfer students are automatically presumed ineligible. Rebuttal of presumption of ineligibility guidelines are contained in Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) regulations (NAC ). 6. Secondary Magnet School students who enroll for less than a three (3) year program or enroll in individual classes are ineligible for athletics at the Magnet School for 180 school days. If a student chooses to return to his/her school of residence, he/she would be ineligible for the remainder of that school year and for 180 school days in any sport in which his/her name appeared on a NIAA roster during his/her attendance at the Magnet School. 7. Secondary Open Enrollment students who are selected to attend an Open Enrollment school are eligible to participate in athletics. Students who change schools will become automatically ineligible for the remainder of the current school year and for 180 days in any sport his/her name appeared on an NIAA roster during his/her attendance at the Open Enrollment school. 8. Career Technical Academy/Charter School/Home Schooled students are eligible to participate in athletics in the school that is located in the attendance zone of the residence of the parent or legal guardian. Maintenance of Eligibility 1. Must maintain passing grades in all subjects during the current athletic season. 2. Must regularly attend school. Must be in school in order to participate in practice or games on any given day. 3. Must maintain positive citizenship. Students on RPC or suspension are not eligible to participate. Serious and/or chronic behavior infractions may result in suspension of athletic participation for up to one year, at the discretion of the principal. Additional specific eligibility guidelines are contained in Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association regulations (NAC ) and Clark County School District regulation NCAA INITIAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS In order to participate in collegiate athletics, students must register with the NCAA at This should be initiated in the student s junior year. NCAA Division I and Division II require 16 core courses. See the charts below. NCAA Division I will require 10 core courses to be completed prior to the seventh semester (seven of the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution requirements below). These 10 courses become locked at the start of the seventh semester and cannot be retaken for grade improvement. Division I GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2016, is Division II requires a minimum SAT score 820 or ACT sum score of 68 and a core GPA of 2.0. Beginning August 1, 11

12 GENERAL INFORMATION , Division II core GPA to be eligible for competition is Be sure to look at your high school s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center s website ( ). Only courses that appear on your school s List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Beginning August 1, 2016, it will be possible for a Division I college bound student athlete to still receive athletics aid and the ability to practice with the team if he or she fails to meet the 10 course requirement, but would not be able to compete. NCAA Division I and Division II required 16 core courses: Required Courses* Division I Division II English 4 3 Mathematics (Alg. I or higher) 3 2 Science (minimum 1 lab science) 2 2 Additional In Above 1 3 Social Studies 2 2 Additional Core Courses** 4 4 *Remedial, special education, compensatory or related courses do not qualify for initial eligibility. 12

13 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS AND OPTIONS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COLLEGE CREDIT Career and Technical Education College Credit allows the opportunity to earn college credit for approved high school courses. These credits may be granted to any CCSD student that took a qualifying course in his/her junior or senior year, or who took a course earlier and remained in a qualifying program of study through junior year. Be a high school junior or senior. Complete all three courses in your chosen program area with an A or B and satisfy specific course competencies. Take and pass end of program CTE assessment. Fill out a Career and Technical Education College Credit admissions form from your local community college. Enroll in classes at any community college in Nevada. NWCTA may offer the following Career and Technical Education College Credit courses: Business Software Application 5316 Culinary Arts I 6275 Culinary Arts II 6281 Culinary Arts III 6287 Culinary Arts Advanced Studies 6272 Drafting and Design I 6376 Drafting and Design II 6376 Drafting and Design III 6382 Early Childhood Education II 6391 Hospitality Management I 6616 Hospitality Management II 6622 Marketing Education II 6687 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES All students opting to take AP classes must fill out, sign, and return the NWCTA AP Contract. Students who enroll into AP classes will not be allowed to drop their AP classes without first holding a parent/teacher conference. Advanced Placement (AP) tests are developed by the National Educational Testing Service. AP courses on a student s transcript are evaluated by universities as the most significant entry that can appear on a transcript. AP students are encouraged to utilize outside study exam preparation materials in addition to classroom preparation. In May, a cumulative exam is administered for each AP course. AP exams are graded on a scale of one (minimum) to five (maximum). Credit may be granted by the college or university for test scores of 3 and above. Based on a student s AP test scores, he/she may earn as many as 18 semester hours of college credit. This represents significant financial savings to the student and parent. Students are responsible for checking the AP policy at colleges they are considering attending. 13

14 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS AND OPTIONS The weighted grade point factor for successful completion of a maximum of 28 semesters (14 classes) of Honors and/or AP courses will be added as follows:.025 for Honors and.050 for AP. It is expected students enrolled in an AP course will take the AP exam in May. All AP courses fulfill the honor course requirements for an Advanced Honors Diploma. The following Advanced Placement courses are offered at NWCTA in the school year: AP COURSE (by alpha) GRADE LEVEL AP Biology 11, 12 AP Calculus AB 11, 12 AP Chemistry 11, 12 AP English Language and Composition 11, 12 AP Computer Science A 10, 11, 12 AP Computer Science Principles 10, 11, 12 AP English Literature and Composition 12 AP Environmental Science 11, 12 AP Human Geography 9, 10, 11, 12 AP Macro/Microeconomics 11, 12 AP Physics 1 10, 11, 12 AP Physics 2 11, 12 AP Psychology 11, 12 AP Spanish Language and Culture 11, 12 AP Spanish Literature and Culture 11, 12 AP Statistics 11, 12 AP U.S. Government and Politics 12 AP U.S. History 11 AP World History 10 All AP courses require a College Board Exam fee. The cost for each (approximately $90) is paid for by the students. Purchase of supplemental reading materials may be necessary. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. Additional AP courses are available through Nevada Learning Academy. 14

15 Northwest Career and Technical Academy ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) CONTRACT Student Name Grade ID# Courses: ( Place a check mark next to the course you are planning to enroll in. ) AP Biology AP Physics 1 AP Calculus AB AP Physics 2 AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles AP English Language and Composition AP English Literature and Composition AP Environmental Science AP Macro/Microeconomics AP Psychology AP Spanish Language and Culture AP Spanish Literature and Culture AP Statistics AP U.S. Government and Politics AP U.S. History AP World History Advanced Placement (AP) courses are college level courses. The difference between the Honors and the AP program is the Honors Program helps a student prepare for the academic challenges of college while the AP Program allows a student to pursue college level studies while still in high school. A student may receive college credit or advanced placement for an AP course: if the student scores a three (3) or higher on the AP exam given at the end of the year, and/or if the college accepts the scores and assigns college credit. ALL AP STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO TAKE THE AP EXAM. AP courses require a great deal of self discipline, research and independent study skills, the ability to work in self motivated learning groups, and group study hours beyond the classroom, in addition to, substantial homework requirements. The demands of an AP course stretch a student s academic and intellectual ability. An AP student must also demonstrate a high motivational level and possess the maturity necessary to successfully complete an AP course and pass the exam. A combination of AP and Honors courses will be rigorous, especially if the student participates in extra curricular activities such as athletics and/or other available programs. Students who enroll in an AP course will remain in the course for the ENTIRE school year. The purpose of this form is to help both students and parents understand the expectations of an AP course. A student s commitment to enroll in an AP course is taken very seriously. I have read the agreement and understand the expectations associated with an AP course. I understand enrollment is for the entire year and that I will not be granted a schedule change without first attending a scheduled parent/teacher conference. Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date 15

16 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS AND OPTIONS CONCURRENT CREDIT OPTIONS Students may earn credits beyond the regular school day by enrolling in any of the approved concurrent programs. There is no limit to the number of concurrent credits a student may earn. See your counselor for more information on the following concurrent programs: Nevada Learning Academy For specific information, including fees, call (702) or visit Adult Education For specific information on this program, call (702) ext. 317 or visit Sunset High Schools Programs Call (702) for more information or visit services division/adult education horizon sunset high schools Summer School Students may earn credit during the summer. Registration information is available in the counseling office in the spring. Additional information is available at school/ DUPLICATE COURSE WORK REPEATING COURSES Students may repeat courses, additional credit will not be granted; the higher grade will be recorded in the course history and the lower grade replaced with a repeated course notation. EXTERNAL CREDIT OPTIONS Students currently enrolled in a Clark County high school may earn a maximum of six external credits toward graduation. External credits are credits earned beyond the regular school day. No external credit will be granted without prior approval and completion of the appropriate application. See your counselor for prior approval and applications for the following External Credit options: Community Service Credit A maximum of one credit may be earned for students who complete 120 hours of volunteer service with an approved community agency. One half credit may be earned for 60 hours of service; court mandated hours do not count for Community Service credit. Credit By Exam Dual Credit Students may earn credit by earning a score of 70% or better on an examination for a course they have not taken previously or are not enrolled in currently. For a complete list of credit by exam course offerings and fees, see the NVLA website at Credit by Exam cannot count toward Honors credit. High school credit can be earned for approved college or university courses not offered at the student's school of enrollment. A three credit college/university course equals one half unit of high school credit. 16

17 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS AND OPTIONS Educational Travel Credit Enrichment Program Credit Music Equivalent Credit Online Courses A maximum of one credit may be granted to students who keep a journal while traveling for 42 consecutive days or 1/2 credit for 21 consecutive days. Students must submit their completed journals for evaluation to determine credit. Students may receive credit for academically accelerated courses taken at accredited institutions. A maximum of one credit may be granted to students participating in a music program not offered by the Clark County School District. Credit granting is monitored by the CCSD Department of Fine Arts. Specific application forms must be submitted along with a fee. Call for more information. Credits may be earned for courses completed by mail or online from approved institutions. The cost of courses vary. Students must conform to the procedures set by the credit granting institution. SUMMER SCHOOL 2016 Session I for 2016 Summer School will be held June 13 June 30, 2016 and Session II will be held July 4 July 21, At the middle school level, the courses to be offered will be English, mathematics, reading, social studies, and science. At the high school level, the courses to be offered will be English, mathematics, social studies, PE, health, and driver education. Limited science classes may also be offered. Summer School will be held at multiple locations to be announced. The session will be held from 7:30 a.m. to12:15 p.m. Both middle school and high school courses will be held at all locations. The fee for each course will be $ per half credit ($ for one credit). Students should make an appointment with their counselor to discuss credit options and to register for summer school classes. Parents may pay for courses online at Additional summer school information is available at and may also be found on the website. (Schedule subject to change) 17

18 TESTING CCSD/STATE TESTING PROGRAM All students at NWCTA participate in the required district wide testing program. Students must demonstrate minimum competency on the Nevada Proficiency Examinations in addition to completing the required credits to receive a diploma from a Nevada high school. Students who fail one or more of these examinations will not receive a diploma, but, will have the opportunity to re take the examination(s) at a later date. If the examination is passed at this later date, the student may come to the school to receive their diploma. TESTING PROGRAM: AP EXAMS: The College Board Advanced Placement exams for numerous disciplines are given in May of each year. It is expected that all students enrolled in an AP course will be taking the corresponding AP exam. There are financial waivers available for students needing assistance. ASVAB TEST: The Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery is available to interested students in grades It is an excellent test for career planning, as well as the military personnel using it for placement purposes. This test is voluntary and students may sign up in the Counseling Office. WIDA: The World Class Instructional Design and Assessment is given annually to all students who indicate at enrollment, that another language is spoken in the home besides English. The test is four parts and is used to place students in appropriate language assisted programs. This test is a mandatory part of the CCSD testing program. PSAT: The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test is given to ALL 10th grade students at no cost to the student. Eleventh grade students must pay for their exam; however, fee waivers are available. CCSD will use the 10th grade data to determine a student's potential success in AP courses. It also prepares the student for the SAT test. To be eligible for the National Merit Scholarship program, students must take the PSAT during their 11th grade year. This is a mandatory part of the CCSD testing program for the 10th grade and voluntary for the 11th grade. End of Course Examinations: End of Course Examinations are developed by the Nevada State Department of Education. Students in the class of 2017 and 2018 will be required to take four (4) End of Course Examinations (ELA I, ELA II, Math I, and Math II), as well as a science assessment. Students in the class of 2019 and beyond will be required to take and pass four (4) End of Course Examinations (ELA I, ELA II, Math I, and Math II), as well as the new Next Generation Science Examination. This is a mandatory part of the CCSD testing program for all students. SAT AND ACT: The final stage of pre college testing involves taking the ACT and/or SAT in the spring of the student's junior year. Most four year colleges/universities require either test for admission. In addition, some college/universities require a minimum score on the ACT and/or SAT to determine placement in freshman English and mathematics courses. Finally, the NCAA and some college/universities require the ACT and/or SAT to determine scholarship eligibility. The tests are given on specific Saturdays throughout the school year. Students may obtain application packets online. 18

19 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Students who graduate from NWCTA must meet all state, district, and NWCTA requirements. Students may not graduate from NWCTA prior to the completion of their senior year (12th grade) at NWCTA. Students who desire to graduate early must return to their zoned high school or an alternative school and meet the graduation requirements of that school in order to graduate early. Students must pass state mandated proficiency exams and earn the required credits for graduation. 21 st CENTURY COURSE OF STUDY EXPECTATIONS The Clark County School District expects all students to meet the requirements of the 21 st Century Course of Study. In addition to the three years of mathematics and two years of science necessary to graduate with a high school standard diploma, students will be scheduled into a fourth year of mathematics, which will include Algebra II, and a third year of science, which will include Biology. Although the graduation requirements for a standard diploma will not change, the school district expects its students to be competitive in higher education and the work force, and to be prepared to take full advantage of what the world has to offer beyond high school. The Clark County School District believes that all students must be prepared for the following post secondary opportunities: University/Four Year College Community/Two Year College Trade/Technical School Workforce 21 ST CENTURY COURSE OF STUDY EXPECTATIONS AREAS OF STUDY UNITS ENGLISH 4 MATHEMATICS (Includes Algebra II) 4 SCIENCE (Includes Biology) 3 WORLD HISTORY or GEOGRAPHY 1 U.S. HISTORY 1 U.S. GOVERNMENT 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 HEALTH USE OF COMPUTERS S (Includes one Arts/Humanities or Career & Technical Education Course) TOTAL ½ ½ 5½ 22½ 19

20 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The 21 st Century Course of Study provides the following for students: Opens Doors to Post Secondary Education and Workforce Opportunities Meets Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) University Admissions Grade Point Average (GPA) and Core Curriculum Requirements are: 3.00 GPA (unweighted or with Bonus Points) in the core curriculum Approved NSHE Core Curriculum (4 English, 3 Math including Algebra II, 3 Natural Science, 3 Social Science & History = 13 units) Prepares Students for the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship GPA and Core Curriculum Requirements are: 3.25 cumulative GPA (unweighted or with Bonus Points) in the core curriculum Approved NSHE core Curriculum (4 English, 4 Math including Algebra II, 3 Natural Science, 3 Social Science & History = 14 units) STANDARD DIPLOMA The following subjects are needed to meet graduation requirements: STANDARD DIPLOMA REQUIRED/ AREAS OF STUDY UNITS ENGLISH 4 *MATHEMATICS 3 SCIENCE 2 WORLD HISTORY or GEOGRAPHY 1 U.S. HISTORY 1 U.S. GOVERNMENT 1 **PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 HEALTH ***USE OF COMPUTERS S ½ ½ 7½ TOTAL 22½ *Mathematics course units must include at least Algebra I or Algebra I H, or above. ** A maximum of ONE credit for Physical Education II will be granted if a student participates outside of the school day in interscholastic athletics or on a drill team, marching band, dance group, or cheerleading squad. *** Satisfactory completion of a semester computer literacy course offered in grades 6, 7, or 8 will meet the requirement for the use of computers. 20

21 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS To receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students in the Classes of 2015 and 2016 must pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination in addition to meeting course requirements. Students must pass reading, writing, math, and science. The Class of 2016 also must take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT. For the Classes of 2017 and 2018 to receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students must complete the End of Course Exams, take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT, in addition to meeting the course requirements. AB288 in the 2013 Legislature eliminated the Certificate of Attendance. Students must meet all the graduation requirements to receive a diploma and participate in graduation ceremonies. Students receiving an adjusted diploma as prescribed by IEP requirements can also participate in graduation ceremonies. ADVANCED DIPLOMA The following subjects are needed to meet the Advanced Diploma requirements: ADVANCED DIPLOMA REQUIRED/ AREAS OF STUDY UNITS ENGLISH 4 *MATHEMATICS 4 SCIENCE 3 WORLD HISTORY or GEOGRAPHY 1 U.S. HISTORY 1 U.S. GOVERNMENT 1 **PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 HEALTH ***USE OF COMPUTERS ARTS / HUMANITIES or CAREER AND TECH ED ½ ½ 1 S 6 TOTAL (un weighted GPA 3.25) 24 *Mathematics course units must include at least Algebra I or Algebra I H, or above. **A maximum of ONE credit for Physical Education II will be granted if a student participates outside of the school day in interscholastic athletes or on a drill team, marching band, dance group, or cheerleading squad. ***Satisfactory completion of a semester computer literacy course offered in grades 6, 7, or 8 will meet the requirement for the use of computers 21

22 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS To receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students in the Classes of 2015 and 2016 must pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination in addition to meeting course requirements. Students must pass reading, writing, math, and science. The Class of 2016 also must take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT. For the Classes of 2017 and 2018 to receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students must complete the End of Course Exams, take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT, in addition to meeting the course requirements. AB288 in the 2013 Legislature eliminated the Certificate of Attendance. Students must meet all the graduation requirements to receive a diploma and participate in graduation ceremonies. Students receiving an adjusted diploma as prescribed by IEP requirements can also participate in graduation ceremonies. ADVANCED HONORS DIPLOMA The following subjects are required to meet the Advanced Honors Diploma requirements: Students planning to apply to universities with competitive admission requirements may pursue the CCSD Advanced Honors Diploma. The Advanced Honors Diploma requires additional rigorous coursework beyond those required for the Advanced Diploma. Students will be required to fulfill the 24.0 credit Advanced Diploma requirements (including 4 years of mathematics, 3 years of science and an additional Arts/Humanities or Career and Technical Education course) and must complete the Honors, International Baccalaureate (IB), or Advanced Placement (AP) courses required of the Honors Course Program. Students must achieve a minimum of a 3.25 unweighted GPA and a minimum of a 3.85 GPA with Bonus Points. ADVANCED HONORS DIPLOMA Required/ Areas of Study Advanced Diploma Units Honors Course Program Units ENGLISH 4 3 MATHEMATICS 4 2 SCIENCE 3 2 SOCIAL STUDIES (must earn all 3 credits) World History or Geography U.S. History U.S. Government 3 2 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 HEALTH USE OF COMPUTERS ARTS/HUMANITIES or CAREER TECH ED ½ ½ 1 S 6 3* TOTAL (unweighted GPA = 3.25, GPA with Bonus Points = 3.85) * Must include one Honors Foreign Language Course. First year foreign language classes will not receive Honors credit. Student must achieve a minimum 3.25 unweighted GPA and a minimum 3.85 GPA with Bonus Points. 22

23 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS To receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students in the Classes of 2015 and 2016 must pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination in addition to meeting course requirements. Students must pass reading, writing, math, and science. The Class of 2016 also must take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT. For the Classes of 2017 and 2018 to receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students must complete the End of Course Exams, take the college and career readiness assessment the ACT, in addition to meeting the course requirements. Honors Courses with Bonus Points Students will earn Bonus Points for successful completion of Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses will be added as follows: Honors.025 Advanced Placement (AP).050 International Baccalaureate (IB).050 The GPA Cap with Bonus Points for the Honors Program for students will be added as follows: The GPA with Bonus Points for the Honors Program is no more than twenty eight semesters (14 classes) of Honors/AP/IB courses. The highest possible GPA under this system is Students will receive Bonus Points of.050 for four semesters (2 classes) of AP and/or IB courses and will also receive Bonus Points of.025 for twenty four semesters (12 classes) of Honors courses. Students who choose to enroll in only Honors level courses will receive a weighted grade point factor of.025 for twenty eight semesters (14 classes) of Honors courses. Advantages of the Honors Course Offerings: Most competitive colleges and universities consider not only students grades, but also their academic background evidenced by courses listed on the transcript, letters of recommendation from teachers and counselors, and SAT I or ACT scores. Enrollment in the Honors Program will assist students in their preparation for college entrance exams. The GPA with Bonus Points is used when determining ranking in class. Students may take Honors courses even if they have not chosen to complete the requirements for the Advanced Honors Diploma. ADJUSTED HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Students may earn an Adjusted High School Diploma upon completion of credit requirements in special education and/or general courses, and successful completion of IEP requirements. HIGH HONOR AND HONOR GRADUATES High Honor and Honor graduate status is based on a student s grade point average for all high school credit granting courses students have completed through seventh semester. High Honors graduate status is awarded to students who achieve a 3.8 or above GPA with Bonus Points and earn no F s. Honors graduate status is awarded to students who achieve a GPA with Bonus Points and earn no F s. 23

24 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS NWCTA PROGRAM DIPLOMA ENDORSEMENT Graduates 2011 and beyond must earn seven (7) program credits for the Program Diploma Endorsement. Seniors who complete all graduation requirements and complete their 12th grade at NWCTA will earn a NWCTA diploma. NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CTE ENDORSEMENT To earn the CTE endorsements through the Department of Education students must take and pass their end of program assessment, the Employability Skills and Workplace Readiness Assessment and maintain a 3.0 grade point average in their program area classes. Students who change their program area between their freshman and sophomore years may be required to take the first year program class in their new program area. This may replace the students elective class for the sophomore year. CTE COLLEGE CREDIT CTE College Credit provides an opportunity for secondary students who complete state approved programs in career and technical education (CTE) to earn postsecondary credit at no cost to the student. CTE College Credit is articulated credit, the high school coursework aligns to postsecondary courses and the teacher of record is a high school CTE teacher. To qualify for the CTE College Credit, students must: Earn a 3.0 grade point average in their CTE course sequence; Pass the state end of program technical content assessment; Pass the state Workplace Readiness assessment for employability skills. Students who complete a CTE program of study according to the criteria are eligible to earn the CTE College Credit within three years of graduating from high school and upon admission to the postsecondary institution. The amount of credit is dependent upon the state standards for each high school CTE program and how the standards align to the college courses for a certificate or degree in a related pathway. VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN Valedictorian status is awarded to the student(s) earning the highest grade point average in the graduating class. Salutatorian status is awarded to the student(s) earning the second highest grade point average in the class. Candidates for the valedictorian/salutatorian designations will be identified at the end of the fall semester of their senior year. The final ranking will be based on any and all completed high school credit granting courses, including those courses which receive Bonus Points. 24

25 PREPARING FOR COLLEGE CCSD GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING WEBSITE The Guidance and Counseling website which can be found at counseling is defined to provide students and parents with information on counseling services provided by the school district. It also serves as a support reference for preparing students for their future educational decisions. Information on diploma requirements, scholarship opportunities and post secondary opportunities are just a few of examples of what is available on the website. COLLEGE FINANCIAL AIDE There are four basic types of financial aid available to help defray the costs of a college education: 1. Scholarships are monetary awards the students earn and does not have to repay. The student s high school course selection (including AP and Honors courses), GPA, financial need, and college entrance examination scores (ACT, SAT), extracurricular and volunteer activities weigh heavily in determining recipients. 2. Grants are monetary awards based solely on financial need. Need is determined from information supplied on a family financial aid form. Grants need not be repaid. 3. Work study is employment on or near campus on a part time basis. Often the university or college makes an effort to place the student in a job related to his/her major. 4. Student loans are low interest monies granted on the basis of need. A loan must be repaid. A senior should refer to the website to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA should be filled out immediately after January 1 st of the student s senior year. Families can plan for expected college expenses prior to their senior year by checking the FAFSA4caster link. COLLEGE READINESS ASSESSMENTS All Clark County School District students will take the PSAT at no cost (pending final budget allocations) during the sophomore year to provide data that will assist in determining the student s potential success in Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Taking the PSAT in the sophomore year also prepares the student for the SAT. The PSAT taken as a junior (at the cost of the student) is used to identify National Merit Scholarship Semi finalists. Beginning in , all juniors will take the ACT with the Writing exam in the spring. The College and Career Readiness Assessment (ACT) is a requirement for graduation for the Class of 2015 and beyond. Juniors will take the ACT in spring of their junior year at no cost. It is recommended that students take the ACT and/or SAT in the spring of their junior year, as most four year colleges/universities require either test for admission. In addition, some colleges/universities require a minimum score on the ACT and/or SAT to determine placement in freshman English and math courses. Finally, some universities determine scholarship eligibility on ACT and/or SAT results. Note : It may be necessary to retake the ACT and/or SAT to increase the student s score. This may enable a student to avoid placement in a remedial math and/or English college course. Remedial courses at Nevada System of Higher Education Institutions provide no college credit and are not paid for by the Millennium Scholarship program. 25

26 PREPARING FOR COLLEGE MILITARY INFORMATION Military recruiters are available to help the student make decisions, review contracts, determine eligibility, and assist in job training. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test is available for interested students. This test helps to define a student s abilities and aptitude for future military career. GOVERNOR GUINN MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The State of Nevada's Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program provides financial support to Nevada's high school graduates who plan to attend an eligible Nevada community college, state college, or university. You may receive up to a maximum award of $10,000 for undergraduate coursework during the six years following your high school graduation. There is no application form to complete. If you meet all Millennium Scholarship requirements upon high school graduation, the District will submit your name in mid July to the Office of the State Treasurer. You will receive an award notification early August. A factsheet or policy guidelines and requirements for eligibility can be obtained by calling or at Please note that this information is subject to any changes in state law, policies adopted by the NSHE Board of Regents, availability of funding, and any related matters hereto. COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA (CSN) College of Southern Nevada offers the students a variety of courses at locations throughout the valley in addition to the Cheyenne campus, West Charleston campus, and Henderson campus. For more information, please visit the CSN website at NEVADA STATE COLLEGE Located at 1125 Nevada State Drive in Henderson, the Nevada State College is a 4 year college. Currently it offers degrees in Education, Nursing, Biology, Environmental Science, Psychology, Economics, English, History and Law Enforcement. Programs are articulated with those at CSN and UNLV. For information call or visit the website at UNLV/UNR ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The minimum admission standards for a freshman to Nevada universities UNLV and UNR require the student to graduate from an accredited high school with a minimum grade point average of 3.00 in core academic areas. For more information, please visit the UNLV s website at and/or the UNR website at 26

27 REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOUR YEAR ACADEMIC PLAN An online four year Academic Plan will be implemented with all freshmen students and updated each year thereafter. This plan sets forth specific educational goals that students intend to achieve before graduation. Academic plans include the designation of a career pathway, a four year high school course of study, and post secondary planning. The plan includes students and parents: Working in consultation with a school counselor to develop the academic plan Parent review and approval Reviewing the plan yearly and revising when necessary Every effort is made to aid students in planning their high school programs and projecting these programs toward long term goals; however, the ultimate responsibility for each student s individual program must rest with the student and parent. When selecting courses, students should consider graduation and post high school education or occupational entrance requirements. Earning the required credits in the following areas meets the graduation requirements of Northwest Career and Technical Academy, the Clark County School District, and the State of Nevada. CLASS FEES Class fees are charged for classes with special projects that the students will take home upon course completion. Course fees are listed under Prerequisites. With the uncertainty of our economy, there are families who may be unable to purchase all of the desired/necessary items for the child and/or pay necessary fees. If the times are such that alternatives to immediate payment of fees must be considered, please contact your child s counselor or respective teacher(s) so the school and parent may work together to resolve this problem. PREREQUISITES Prerequisites are listed in this Registration Guide to help students and parents decide on courses for next year. Both semesters of a prerequisite course must be successfully completed and, if required, the stated grade earned. Successful completion of a previous course is defined as a grade of C or better. Students may repeat a course for no additional credit in order to meet prerequisite requirements. Registration schedule adjustments will be made automatically should prerequisites not be met during the second semester. TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS Teacher course recommendations for mathematics, science, social studies, English, Spanish, and some electives, are included on the registration form. Parents and students should consider the recommendations when selecting classes. Teachers may be contacted by the student and/or parent for additional recommendations. 27

28 CORE COURSE OFFERINGS REGISTRATION INFORMATION ENGLISH GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English 9, 9 H English 10 English 10 Pre AP Ap English Lit & Comp* English 11, 11 H AP Eng. Lang & Comp* AP English Lit & Comp* English 12, 12 H MATHEMATICS GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 Algebra I Geometry, Geometry H Algebra I, II, II H Geometry, Geometry H Algebra II, II H AP Statistics* Geometry, Geometry H Precalculus AB H Topics in Modern Math Algebra II, II H AP Calculus AB* AP Statistics College Prep Math Math of Personal Finance Precalculus AB H Topics in Modern Math SCIENCE GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 Biology, Biology H AP Physics 1* Biology, Biology H Chemistry, Chemistry H Geoscience, Geoscience H AP Physics 1, 2* Biology, Biology H Chemistry, Chemistry H Geoscience, Geoscience H Physics, Physics H AP Biology* AP Chemistry* AP Env. Sci.* AP Physics 1* AP Physics 2* Chemistry, Chemistry H Geoscience, Geoscience H SOCIAL STUDIES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 none AP World History* World History, World History H AP Human Geography* AP U.S. History* U.S. History, U.S. History H AP U.S. Government* U.S. Government, U.S. Government H 28

29 REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS OTHER REQUIRED CORE COURSES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 Business Software Applications Health Education/Public Speaking & Argumentation Physical Education I* Physical Education II *Course fees applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description 29

30 REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS COURSE OFFERINGS 9th GRADE Exploring Computer Science Intermediate Orchestra Journalism Foundations Music Technology Principles of Business & Marketing Publications I Spanish I Spanish II H Intermediate Spanish Literacy H Speech and Debate Theater I 10th GRADE Advanced Orchestra AP Physics I Applied Office Practice AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles Art I Drawing I/Painting I Entrepreneurship Exploring Computer Science Foods & Nutrition I Intermediate Orchestra Journalism Foundations Journalism II Music Technology MT: Live Sound MT: MIDI Interface Office Management I Principles of Leadership (elected) Publications I Publications II School Related Work Exp. Spanish I Spanish II H Spanish III H Intermediate Spanish Literacy H Advanced Spanish Literacy H Speech and Debate Theater I Theater II Theater III 11th GRADE Advanced Orchestra Advanced Spanish Literacy H AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles AP Macro/Microeconomics AP Environmental Science AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Psychology AP Spanish Lang & Culture AP Spanish Lit & Culture Applied Office Practice Art I Drawing I/Painting I Drawing II/Painting II Entrepreneurship Exploring Computer Science Foods & Nutrition I Intermediate Orchestra Intermediate Spanish Literacy H Journalism Foundations Journalism II Lifetime Sports & Recreation Music Technology MT: Live Sound MT: MIDI Interface Office Management I Office Management II Physical Conditioning Principles of Forensics Science Principles of Genetics Principles of Leadership (elected) Psychology I Publications I Publications II School Rel. Work Exp. (cafeteria) Spanish I Spanish II H Spanish III H Speech and Debate Student Aide Student Tutor Theater I Theater II Theater III 30

31 REGISTRATION INFORMATION th GRADE Advanced Orchestra AP Biology AP Comparative Politics AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles AP Environmental Science AP Macro/Microeconomic AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Psychology AP Spanish Lang & Culture AP Spanish Lit & Culture Applied Office Practice Art I Drawing I/Painting I Drawing II/Painting II Entrepreneurship Exploring Computer Science Foods & Nutrition I Intermediate Orchestra Journalism Foundations Journalism II Lifetime Sports & Recreation Marketing Education I Marketing Education II Music Technology MT: Live Sound MT: MIDI Interface Office Management I Office Management II Physical Conditioning w/weights Prin.of Anatomy and Physiology H Prin. of Forensics Science Prin. of Genetics Principles of Leadership (elected) Psychology I Publications I Publications II School Rel. Work Exp. (cafeteria) Spanish I Spanish II H Spanish III H Inter. Span. Literacy H Adv. Span. Literacy H Speech and Debate Student Aide Student Tutor Theater I Theater II Theater III NWCTA PROGRAM SEQUENCE Students enrolled at NWCTA are in one of ten (10) programs, each with required coursework. These program courses are to be completed in sequence as indicated. REQUIRED COURSES ARE LISTED UNDER THE APPROPRIATE GRADE. courses are options for the students. Some courses may be elective in the lower grades; but, if not taken as an elective become a required course during the 11 th or 12 th grade year when the students have room in their schedules to complete more course work related to their program major. The course sequence listed for each program is based on students entering NWCTA in the 9 th grade. Students entering NWCTA after the 9 th grade usually begin with the first year program class but, based on previous experience, program area, and ability, may enter a higher level course and continue through the courses in the sequence indicated. Freshmen who accept a seat in a program area must remain in that program area for one calendar year. Students may request a program area change at the end of their freshman year. Program area changes will be considered based on availability of seats in the requested program area. Students who request program area changes are not guaranteed their request will be granted. Due to CTE requirements, students receiving a program area change may be required to take the first year program class in the new program during their sophomore year. This would replace the elective class for the sophomore year. Students may not request program area changes after their sophomore year. 31

32 REGISTRATION INFORMATION BIOTECHNOLOGY RECOMMENDED COURSE OF STUDY BY PROGRAM GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Prin. Of Biomedical Science* English Mathematics Science World History PE II Prin. of Biotechnology Human Body Systems* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Advance Prin. of Biotechnology Medical Interventions* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government AP Environmental Science Biomedical Innovations* /Internship Work Experience CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Intro. to Engineering Design English Mathematics Science World History PE II /Science Construction Tech. I* Drafting and Design I* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Construction Tech. II* Drafting and Design II* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Construction Tech. III* Drafting and Design III* /Internship Work Experience * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 32

33 REGISTRATION INFORMATION CULINARY ARTS GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Culinary Arts I* English Mathematics Science World History PE II /Science Culinary Arts II Culinary Arts II Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Culinary Arts III Baking & Pastry I English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Culinary Arts AS* Baking & Pastry II /Internship Work Experience EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Human Development and Learning* English Mathematics Science World History PE II /Science Methods of Teaching* Early Childhood Ed I* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Early Childhood Ed II* Early Childhood Ed II Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Psychology I Early Childhood Ed III* Early Childhood AS (internship) Work Experience * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 33

34 REGISTRATION INFORMATION ENGINEERING & DESIGN GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Intro. to Engineering Design* English Mathematics Science World History PE II /Science Drafting and Design I* Prin. of Engineering* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Drafting and Design II Civil Engineering and Architecture H * English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Drafting and Design III Engineering Design & Development* /Internship Work Experience HOSPITALITY GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Hospitality & Tourism I English Mathematics Science World History PE II Prin. of Business and Marketing Hospitality & Tourism II Hospitality & Tourism II Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Hospitality & Tourism II Hospitality & Tourism II Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Hospitality & Tourism III Hospitality & Tourism Lab III* /Internship Work Experience * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 34

35 REGISTRATION INFORMATION MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Mechanical Technology I* English Mathematics Science World History PE II Digital Electronics H * Mechanical Technology II* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Mechanical Technology III* Mechanical Technology Lab III* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Mechanical Technology AS* BLOCK /Internship Work Experience MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Video Production I* English Mathematics Science World History PE II Video Production II Video Production II Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. History Video Production III Video Production III Lab* English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Video Production AS* BLOCK (Film or News Emphasis) /Internship Work Experience * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 35

36 REGISTRATION INFORMATION MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (Classes of 2017 and 2018) GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Principles of Biomedical Sciences English Mathematics Science World History PE II Sports Medicine I Human Body Systems English Mathematics Science U.S. History Anatomy and Physiology H Medical Interventions English Mathematics Science U.S. Government (Health Science I) Sports Medicine II Biomedical Innovations /Internship Work Experience MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (Class of 2019 and beyond) GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Principles of Biomedical Sciences English Mathematics Science World History PE II Health Science I Human Body Systems English Mathematics Science U.S. History Sports Medicine I Medical Interventions English Mathematics Science U.S. Government (Prin. of Anat/Physiology H) Sports Medicine II Biomedical Innovations /Internship Work Experience * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 36

37 REGISTRATION INFORMATION TEACHER EDUCATION GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English Mathematics Science Business Software App. PE I Health/Public Speaking Human Development and Learning* English Mathematics Science World History PE II Methods of Teaching* Communication In Education* English Mathematics Science U.S. History PsychologyI Management in Teaching* Teaching As A Career semester 1 Special Topics In Education semester 2 English Mathematics Science U.S. Government Issues In Education* Experiencing Educationsemester 1 Senior Seminarsemester 2 Psychology I /Internship * Course fee applies. Outside supplemental materials may be necessary. See details in course description. 37

38 SENIOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Fall Semester* All 12th graders have periods English 2. Mathematics 3. Social Studies 4. Science and/or 5. Program Class 6. Program Class Spring Semester* All 12th graders have periods English 2. Mathematics 3. Social Studies 4. Science and/or 5. Program Class 6. Program Class Fall or Spring Semester 4 th and 8 th Periods Internship Program Participation ~ Student meets ALL Internship Criteria (see contract) ~ Student passed all sections of NHSPE ~ No in house suspensions ~ No out of school suspension ~ No outstanding fines (Bank) ~ Four or fewer unexcused tardies ~ Four or fewer unexcused absences ~ Student provides own transportation to internship location Internship Program (18 weeks) ~ At internship site for nine weeks ~ Student on campus for nine weeks ~ Student earns high school credit ~ Journal/log is required Fall or Spring Semester 4 th and 8 th Periods Off Campus Experience Participation ~ Student meets ALL Internship Criteria (see contract) ~ Student passed all sections of NHSPE ~ No in house suspension ~ No out of school suspensions ~ No outstanding fines (Bank) ~ Four or fewer unexcused tardies ~ Four or fewer unexcused absences ~ Student provides own transportation to internship location Off Campus Experience (18 weeks) ~ Community Service (60 hours) OR ~ Work Experience OR ~ College course ~ Student leaves campus at the start of 3rd lunch everyday ~ Students earn credit OR ~ Other if needed requires principal s approval Fall &/or Spring Semester 4 th and 8 th Period Non Participating Students ~ Did not meet Internship Criteria (see contract) ~ Did not pass each section of the NHSPE ~ In house suspension ~ Out of school suspension ~ Outstanding fines (Bank) ~ Five or more unexcused tardies ~ Five or more unexcused absences ~ Student does not have own transportation to sites Specialized Experience (TBD) ~ Preparation for NHSPE And/Or ~ NWCTA class And/Or ~ other if needed requires principal s approval *Meets the requirements for CCSD 21 st Century Course of Study **Internship Contract on page 10 38

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40 ENGLISH COURSES Course Course Description Prerequisites AP English Language and Composition 1140AP This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP English Language and Composition examination. This college level curriculum engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to the effectiveness of writing. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 11 th 12 th A or B in: English 10, English 10H, English 11, or English 11H AP English Literature and Composition 1150AP This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP English Literature and Composition examination. This college level curriculum engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work s structure, style and themes, as well as smaller scale elements such as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 12 th A or B in: English 11, English 11 H, or AP English Lang and Comp English This one year course (Foundations in Composition and the Elements of Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills acquired in earlier grades but in more sophisticated ways such as mastering the language, structure, and rhetoric of text; completing more complex writing assignments; reading and analyzing a range of literary and informational discourse, both classic and contemporary; delivering more extensive oral presentations; and participating in a variety of conversations and collaborations with peers. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 40

41 ENGLISH COURSES English 9 Honors 1010H This one year course develops the skills of critical thinking, reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. A variety of international literature selections are used for the improvement of literary strategies, literary appreciation, and interpretation. Literature selections serve as models to develop writing skills. Emphasis is placed on abstract concepts and the impact of literary perspective and the five areas of interaction: environments, human ingenuity, approaches to learning, health and social education, and community and service. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 9 th A in English 8 or A or B in Accelerated English 8 and/or teacher recommendation English This one year course (Composition and Themes in Global Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course focuses on traditional (e.g., argument, persuasion, expository), technical, and creative modes of composition. Through the study of themes found universally in global text in global text, both literary and informational, instruction emphasizes not only critical analysis of text, but also writers historical, philosophical, cultural, and ethical perspectives. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 10 th English 10 Honors 1030H This one year course is designed for continuation of the study of language, literature, and composition while expanding critical thinking, reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. A variety of international literature genres are used for the further development of literary strategies, appreciation, and interpretation. Literature selections serve as models to develop writing skills. Emphasis is placed on abstract concepts and the impact of literary perspectives on perception. Additional emphasis is placed on integrating international perspective and the five areas of interaction: environments, human ingenuity, approaches to learning, health and social education, and community and service. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 10 th A/B in English 9 or English 9 H 41

42 ENGLISH COURSES English This one year course ( Composition and Themes in American Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course requires expository, analytical, and argumentative writing assignments that are based on readings representing a wide variety of prose styles and genres. The course is also structured around multicultural themes and perspectives found in literary, non fiction, and expository texts by American authors to encourage students to think conceptually about the American past, present, and future as well as about the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 11 th English 11 Honors 1060H This one year course ( Composition and Themes in American Text ) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated pacing and depth of content. This course requires expository, analytical, and argumentative writing assignments that are based on readings representing a wide variety of prose styles and genres. The course is structured around multicultural themes and perspectives found in literary, non fiction, and expository texts by the American past, present, and future as well as about the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 11 th A/B in English 10 or English 10 H English This one year course ( Post Secondary Composition and Universal Themes in Text ) provides instructions in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for post secondary success. The writing focus in this course includes analysis, synthesis, and argumentation as they relate to workplace and real world situations. A framework structured around universal themes that connect people across cultures and time anchors texts to real life reading, writing, and speaking and listening opportunities likely to be experienced beyond high school. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 12 th 42

43 ENGLISH COURSES English 12 Honors 1080H This one year course ( Post Secondary Composition and Universal Themes in Text ) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The writing focus in this course includes analysis, synthesis, and argumentation as they relate to post secondary education and/or careers. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for post secondary success. A framework structured around universal themes that connect people across cultures and time anchors texts to real life reading, writing, and speaking and listening opportunities likely to be experienced beyond high school. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. 12 th A or B in: English 11, or English 11 H Imaginative Writing 1425 This one year course develops and improves both formal and informal writing skills with emphasis placed upon self expression, creativity, and clear communication. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 12 th Journalism Foundations 1430 This one year course is designed for the study and practice of the basic elements of journalism with major emphasis in the gathering, writing, layout, and dissemination of news through mass media. Students may be required to participate in the production of a newspaper. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 12 th grade standing B or better in English and/or teacher recommendation FEE: $25 Journalism II 1435 This one year course is a continuation of Journalism Foundations and focuses on advanced journalistic skills with major emphasis in the gathering, writing, layout, and dissemination of news through mass media. Students produce the school newspaper. Students apply press law and ethics, student privacy, and intellectual property rights during the production of the newspaper. Students explore different technologies used to publish a newspaper, including online publications of the newspaper. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 10 th 12 th grade standing B or better in Journalism Foundations and/or teacher recommendation FEE: $25 43

44 ENGLISH COURSES Public Speaking and Argumentation 1450 This one year course provides an opportunity to study speech techniques and to apply these techniques to formal debate and individual speaking situations. Students are encouraged to apply debate principles and speech techniques. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 9 th grade Publications I 1455 This one year course emphasizes the study of yearbook publication. Critical thinking, writing, and planning skills will be developed. Computer, photography, and darkroom skills will be taught through practical application. Creativity and ethics will be essential components. Instructional practices will incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 12 th grade standing A or B in English and application required. FEE: $25 Publications II 1460 This one year course is a continuation of Publications I and emphasizes the study of yearbook publication. Critical thinking, writing, and planning skills will be developed. Computer, photography, and darkroom skills will be taught through practical application. Creativity and ethics will be essential components. Instructional practices will incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 10 th 12 th grade standing B or better in Publications I and/or teacher recommendatio n and application required. FEE: $25 Reading for Proficiency 1465 This one semester course is designed to reinforce the reading skills needed to pass the Nevada High School High School ProPrP Proficiency Examination (NHSPE). The course provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for proficiency such as close reading, chunking, and annotation of a variety of narrative, literary non fiction, and expository texts. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one half of one of the elective credits for high school graduation and may be repeated. 11 th 12 th grade 44

45 ENGLISH COURSES Speech and Debate 1475 This one year course provides an opportunity to study speech techniques and to apply these techniques to formal debate and individual speaking situations. Students apply debate principles and speech techniques at the tournament level. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 12 th FEE: $40 It is highly recommended that students participate in the Debate Camp before taking the Speech and Debate class. Debate Camp information will be posted on Mr. Symmond s web page by going to nwctahawks.net or hawkdebate.com FEE: $10 (includes a t shirt) Speech and Debate II 1480 This one year course is a continuation of Speech and Debate I and provides an opportunity to study advanced speech techniques and to apply these techniques to formal debate and individual speaking situations. Students apply debate principles and speech techniques at the tournament level. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 10 th 12 th FEE: $25 Speech and Debate III 1485 This one year course is a continuation of Speech and Debate II and provides an opportunity to study advanced speech techniques and to apply these techniques to formal debate and individual speaking situations. Students apply debate principles and speech techniques at the tournament level. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 11 th 12 th FEE: $25 Writing for Proficiency 1490 This one year course is designed for students who have not achieved proficiency in writing on the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination (NHSPE). The course provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. The primary focus of the course is to build on students writing with emphasis on expository and persuasive writing derived from a variety of issues on expository and persuasive writing derived from a variety of issues, themes, and reading. Students practice and apply the five stages of the writing process based on task, audience, and purpose. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including the appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one half of one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 11 th 12 th grading 45

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47 MATHEMATICS COURSES Course Course Description Prerequisites AP Calculus AB 2180 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Calculus AB examination. This college level curriculum is primarily concerned with developing the students understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. Before studying calculus, all students should complete four years of secondary mathematics designed for college bound students: courses in which they study algebra, geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry and elementary functions. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including graphing calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 12 th A or B in: Pre Calculus H AP Statistics 2250 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Statistics examination. This college level curriculum introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. The AP Statistics course is an excellent option for any secondary school student who has successfully completed a second year course in algebra and who possesses sufficient mathematical maturity and quantitative reasoning ability. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including graphing calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 11 th 12 th A or B in: Algebra II or higher Algebra I 2020 This one year course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills for further studies in mathematics. It is intended to increase mathematical fluency in problem solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of number, algebra, functions, and statistics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the Algebra I requirement and one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 10 th C or better in Pre Algebra 47

48 MATHEMATICS COURSES Algebra II 2090 This one year course in algebra continues and expands upon the concepts and procedures learned in Algebra I. It has the primary goal to develop competence in using variables and functions to model numerical patterns and quantitative relations. Emphasis is on the study of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrix arithmetic, and sequences and series. Connections to other areas of mathematics and applications to other disciplines are integrated into the course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including graphing calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 10 th 12 th Successful completion of Geometry or Geometry Honors Algebra II Honors 2090H This one year course provides students with a rigorous study of functions and statistics, including advanced topics. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. It incorporates problem solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication skills through the study of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; the design of statistical studies; and statistical inference. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of mathematical tools and technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 10 th 11 th A or B in Geometry H College Preparatory Mathematics 2287 This rigorous one year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra II. In preparation for college level mathematics, the focus of this course is the study of advanced mathematical topics and their applications. Emphasis is on refining problem solving skills through modeling and project based learning. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including calculators or computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 12th C or better in Algebra II or Algebra II H Geometry 2060 This one year course provides students with a rigorous study of Euclidean geometry. It incorporates problem solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of transformational geometry, trigonometry, measurement, and probability. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of mathematical tools and technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 11 th Successful completion of Algebra I 48

49 MATHEMATICS COURSES Geometry Honors 2060H This one year course provides students with a rigorous study of Euclidean geometry including advanced topics. It incorporates problem solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of transformational geometry, trigonometry, measurement, and probability. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of mathematical tools and technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 9 th 10 th A or B in Algebra I and teacher recommendation Mathematics Applications 2320 This one year course is designed for seniors who need to pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination (NHSPE) in Mathematics. Students passing the NHSPE in Mathematics are recommended to be transferred out of this course at the conclusion of the semester. This course builds on the concepts of algebra, geometry, and data analysis while solidifying and extending mathematical concepts, problem solving, and procedures. Concepts are explored through the use of manipulatives, mathematical tools, and hands on applications. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. While this course fulfills one of the mathematical credits required for high school graduation and the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship, it does not meet the core requirements for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or the Nevada System of Higher Education s (NSHE) core requirements for university admission. 12 th (Only for non proficient seniors to be taken concurrently with another math class) Mathematics of Personal Finance 2330 This one year course is the study of personal finance for senior level students. Students develop a deeper understanding of the mathematics of finance to include: money management, risk management, and financial planning related to consumer and family studies, career and technical education, and personal finance. The course emphasizes refining problem solving skills using project based learning activities and academic integration within the context of financial applications. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The use of technology, including calculators and computers, is an integral part of this course. While this course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation, it does not meet the core requirements for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). 12 th Successful completion of Algebra II Precalculus AB H 2145H This rigorous one year course is designed for the motivated student with a strong background in advanced algebra and will prepare the student for AP Calculus AB. In addition to reviewing topics from trigonometry, this course includes problem solving techniques using analytic geometry, vectors, matrices, relations and functions and their graphs, probability and statistics, and the introductory concepts of calculus. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The use of technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. 11 th 12 th A or B in Algebra II H 49

50 MATHEMATICS COURSES Topics in Modern Math 2350 This one year senior level course is the study of advanced mathematical topics and their applications to prepare students for college level mathematics. Emphasis will be on refining problem solving skills through modeling and project based learning. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including calculators and computers, is an integral part of this course. The prerequisite for this course will fulfill one of the mathematics required for high school graduation. 11 th 12 th A or B in Algebra II 50

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52 SCIENCE COURSES Course Course Description Prerequisites AP Biology 3060 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Biology examination. This college level curriculum provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirements for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 12 th : 11 th 12 th A or B in Biology and Chemistry Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. AP Chemistry 3170 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Chemistry examination. This college level curriculum provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of chemistry. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 12 th : 11 th 12 th A or B in Chemistry H Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. AP Environmental Science 3270 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Environmental Science examination. This college level curriculum provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing field of environmental science. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills a credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 12 th : 11 th 12 th 52

53 SCIENCE COURSES AP Physics I 3230 This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Physics 1 examination. This college level curriculum is equivalent to a first semester college course in algebra based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 12 th : 10 th 12 th A or B in Physics AP Physics This one year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Physics 2 examination. This college level curriculum is equivalent to a second semester college course in algebra based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; and atomic and nuclear physics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. Note: It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. 12 th : 11 th 12 th A or B in Physics Biology 3010 Biology Honors 3010H This one year course is designed as a survey of the biological sciences. The emphasis is on developing inquiry skills and problem solving techniques while developing an understanding of major biological concepts. The course also familiarizes students with the nature of science and technology. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. This one year course is designed around introductory biological concepts designed for the academically oriented student. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking skills, research skills, and laboratory techniques. Independent study projects and inquiry based learning experiences are integral parts of the course requirements. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 9 th 10 th 9 th 10 th A or B in Algebra I H 53

54 SCIENCE COURSES Biotechnical Engineering 6152 This one year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and is designed for students who have successfully completed coursework in the biomedical or engineering programs. Topics include biomechanics, cardiovascular engineering, genetic engineering, agricultural biotechnology, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, human interface, bioprocesses, forensics, and bioethics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits for high school graduation. 12 th Fee: $40 (Lab coat fee optional) Chemistry 3100 This course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Algebra I and exhibit an interest in science, especially chemistry. Topics included are mathematics of chemistry, safety, laboratory procedures, properties of matter, atomic theory and structure, mole concept, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, kinetic molecular theory, states of matter, acids bases salts, equilibrium, thermochemistry, polymer chemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemistry of the environment, and career opportunities. Science, Technology and Society (STS) issues will be an integral part of this course. Additional topics may include history of chemistry, biochemistry, qualitative chemistry, and research projects. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one science credit toward high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 10 th 12 th Chemistry Honors 3100H This course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Algebra I and exhibit an interest in science, especially chemistry. Topics include: mathematics of chemistry, safety, laboratory procedures, elements compounds mixtures, atomic theory and structure, structure and organization of the periodic table, mole concept, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, kinetic molecular theory, phases of matter, solutions, acids bases theory, equilibrium, thermochemistry, organic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemistry of the environment, and career opportunities. Science, Technology, and Society (STS) issues will be an integral on going part of this course. Additional topics may include history of chemistry, biochemistry, qualitative chemistry, and research projects. This course is distinguished from Chemistry I by the instructional pacing and the delivery of advanced content. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one science credit towards high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 10 th 12 th A or B in Biology and Algebra I completed 54

55 SCIENCE COURSES Geoscience 3080 This one year course is designed to integrate scientific principles related to the Earth and its environment. Topics of this course include relationships between atmospheric processes and the water cycle, solar systems and the universe, and Earth s composition and structure. The connections between Earth s systems and everyday life are evaluated throughout this course. Demonstrations and lab experiences are an integral part of instruction. Scientific methodology and the metric system are integrated and modeled. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the science credits required for high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college admission. 10 th 12 th Geoscience Honors 3080H This one year course is designed to integrate scientific and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas related to Earth and space science. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. Geoscience Honors focuses on three core ideas: Earth s place in the universe, Earth s systems, and Earth and human activity. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the science credits required for high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college admission. 10 th 12 th Physics 3200 This one year course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Algebra I and who exhibit an interest in science. Topics included are the following: laboratory procedures, mathematics applications, laboratory safety, waves, optics, relativity, kinematics, dynamics, energy, heat, electricity and magnetism, and atomic structure. Physics is a course that informs students about the interconnectedness among different types of forces and energy transformations. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences are an integral part of this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one science credit required for high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. 11 th 12 th Biology and completion of Algebra Principles of Anatomy/Physiology Honors 3450H This one year course is a survey of the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated pacing and depth of content. Topics focus on the interrelationships of human body systems. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 11 th 12 th A or B in Biology and Chemistry 55

56 SCIENCE COURSES Principles of Forensics Science 6543 This one year course is based on principles and procedures employed in criminal and civil investigations and introductory analyses performed by forensic scientists. This course focuses on applying scientific procedures to the collection, documentation, preservation, examination, and interpretation of physical evidence. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions of society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high graduation. 10 th 12 th grade Principles of Genetics Honors 3505H This one year course is designed for students interested in the field of genetics. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. Concepts include the history of genetics, the biochemistry of genetic materials, current technology and research, and career opportunities. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. 11 th grade standing 11 th 12 th grade standing A or B in Biology and Chemistry Science Independent Study 3590 This one semester course provides students the opportunity to pursue a study of their own interest through investigation and lab based research. Students collaborate with the supervising teacher to design and implement the topic of study. Individual students or teams of students are expected to work independently and consult with their supervising teacher at least once each week. The supervising teacher provides direction, monitors progress, and evaluates students work. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Students are required to complete written assignments and a final presentation. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one half of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 12 th grade standing 56

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