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 Saint Joseph High School Program of Studies 2015-­‐16 Accredited by the North Central Association State of Indiana Program of Studies 2015-­‐16 Table of Contents Admissions ………………………………………………………………………….. 3 Registration …………………………………………………………………….…… 4 Miscellaneous Information ……………………………………………….…… 5 Graduation Requirements ………………………………….…………………. 8 Four Year Plan …………………………………………………….……………. .... 9 Course Designations ……………………………………………….…………… 10 Theology Department ……………………………………………….……….… 11 Business and Technology Department ………………………..………... 15 English Department …………………………………………………………….. 17 Fine Arts Department ………………………………………………………….. 23 Health and Physical Education Department …………………………... 29 Mathematics Department ……………………………………………….……. 31 Science Department …………………………………………………….………. 37 Social Studies Department ……………………………………………..…….. 42 World Languages Department …………………………………...…………. 47 Special Offerings …………………………………………………………...……... 52 Saint Joseph High School Saint Joseph Admissions Policy The admissions process of Saint Joseph High School is guided by the school’s mission statement: “Saint Joseph High School is a Catholic secondary school dedicated to transforming students in heart and mind, preparing them to serve God, the Church, and the world.” Saint Joseph High School, a four-­‐year/eight-­‐semester college prep school, is open to all qualified high school students, regardless of sex, race, religion, creed, color, or national origin. Prospective ninth grade students must complete all admissions steps (found on the SJHS website under the Admissions link) and requirements for eighth grade before being admitted to SJHS. Prospective ninth graders who register before the completion of their eighth grade will be admitted conditionally, pending receipt of the final transcript. No registration can be considered complete until confirmation is received from the Catholic elementary school that financial obligations are current. (Diocesan Policy #5240) Admissions determination will commence by the end of January during the current academic year. Applications received after this date will be accepted provided that open spaces in the class remain. Completed submission of application requirements is no guarantee for admission into Saint Joseph High School. Please review the priority enrollment considerations carefully. Enrollment Priority The Admission Committee gives consideration to applications from students meeting the school's academic, attendance, and disciplinary standards. Active registered parishioners from Catholic feeder schools will be given priority consideration throughout the admission process. Final admission determinations are vested in the judgment of the Admission Committee. Presuming academic requirements for admission have been met, enrollment priority will be given to siblings of current students and alumni, children of employees of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-­‐South Bend, students of Saint Joseph High School feeder schools, students of active supporters of Saint Joseph High School, and other students who demonstrate the potential to succeed in the academic and religious program offered at Saint Joseph High School. Transfer Students Saint Joseph High School considers accepting transfer students from other high schools. Students transferring to Saint Joseph High School must meet the same graduation requirement as any other student. Students wishing to transfer to Saint Joseph High School from other high schools will be considered based on their transcripts, the space available in the needed classes for the student, the disciplinary and attendance record of the student at the other school, and the reason(s) for transfer. Students wishing to transfer to Saint Joseph High School will take a placement exam. Students moving into the area are generally considered for all grade levels based on the above criteria. Students enrolled in local schools are generally not considered for transfer during their senior year. They rarely can meet Saint Joseph High School graduation requirements in one year. Students transferring from non-­‐Christian schools will have the Theology requirement waived for the years of attendance at another school; however, the requirement of 48 credits is not changed. Students transferring from non-­‐Catholic schools will begin their Theology requirements with Theology 3 and Theology 4. Credits for home study are not generally accepted at Saint Joseph High School, unless approved in advance. Students interested in interscholastic athletics must adhere to all IHSAA eligibility rules and regulations. Students wishing to transfer to Saint Joseph High School are considered at the beginning of each semester and generally •
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Saint Joseph High School considers international students who would qualify for grades 11 or 12 only. Also, accepted students must be age appropriate for our school. Students must be part of a formal exchange program recognized by NASSP and the state of Indiana or living with a relative. The guardianship form must be completed through the Office of the Director of Admissions. Students must connect with host families prior to the first day of school. Saint Joseph High School does not have an English as a Second Language Program, therefore students must have a command of the English language. Students will be given a placement test in English and mathematics to facilitate class placement. Full–time international students must pay full tuition and fees. They will receive normal grade reports, transcripts, etc. If eligibility requirements are met, they may participate in IHSAA athletics. They may receive a diploma if appropriate previous credits are accepted. International students will begin their theology requirements with Theology 3. If needed, students must secure I-­‐20 forms from the Counseling Department several months in advance of possible acceptance. Students must meet all immunization requirements, Students must meet all school attendance and disciplinary requirements and attend monthly meetings after school. Saint Joseph High School does not make housing arrangements for international students. However the Director of Admissions must approve all living arrangements in advance of the student coming to the United States. •
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Incoming Freshmen Registration All incoming ninth graders are required to take a placement test. Placement tests are given in fall semester of the academic year. Once all admission requirements are received and acceptance is formalized, families will receive a passcode to access registration forms. Course recommendations will consider the transcripts and teacher recommendations in addition to the placement test score and other criteria. Special Placement Possibilities: Mathematics, World Languages, Basic Skills, Language Arts Lab, Mathematics Lab A student may earn credit for Algebra 1 taken in middle school provided: • The transcript received from middle school specifies algebra as the math course taken, not just math. • A formal grade is given for the class (pass/fail grades cannot be accepted). • The student successfully completes a geometry class in grade 9. Upon request, the grade received in middle school will count toward the student’s GPA in high school. A student may earn credit for a world language taken in middle school provided: • The transcript received from middle school specifies the world language course taken. • A formal grade is given for the class (pass/fail grades cannot be accepted). • The student successfully completes level 2 of that language in grade 9. Upon request, the grade received in middle school will count toward the student’s GPA in high school. Students who were not recommended for, but wish to be considered for the Honors sequence in mathematics (or a higher placement with that sequence) may request to take the special examination. To succeed, a student must have a strong background in mathematics, especially algebra. Results of the exam will determine final placement in mathematics courses for the following year. Students who were not recommended for, but wish to be considered for the Honors sequence in science may request to take the special examination. To succeed, a student must have a strong background in science. Results of the exam will determine 4 final placement in science courses for the following year. Please see course progression on page 43. The previous teacher(s) or parents may recommend students for placement in the Basic Skills program. Students with a current Individualized Service Plan (ISP) for mild/moderate learning disability may be placed in the Basic Skills class for one period each day. Students needing remedial work in English or mathematics may be placed in Language Arts Lab or Mathematics Lab concurrent with their English/mathematics courses. This placement may be deemed mandatory. Returning Students Registration for students currently enrolled at Saint Joseph High School will take place during the second semester. Course Placement Course placement is determined by the demonstrated achievement of the student and the recommendations of the student’s current teachers and/or department chairs. Please see the note at the end of each department section. Placement is based on the following criteria: HONORS •
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demonstrated ability to handle quality and depth of material to meet the grade-­‐level requirements grade (to be considered as determined by department) recommendation from present teacher(s) and department chair standardized testing score (percentile) Miscellaneous Information Academic Probation Students are placed on Academic Probation if they fail two or more courses during any semester. The student’s counselor will meet with the student and parent(s)/guardian(s) to formulate a plan of action. The administrative team will review students who have two or more failures for two consecutive semesters in any combination of classes to determine if they will be allowed to register for the next semester. This could result in students needing to withdraw during the middle of the school year. Re-­‐enrollment may be considered if students successfully complete approved summer school and/or online courses. Students should attempt to make up any failed course by taking it again at Saint Joseph High School or through an approved summer school or online course. All summer school and online courses must be approved by the Director of Counseling. Students who are not eligible to earn a Saint Joseph High School diploma due to multiple failures throughout their time at Saint Joseph High School will be asked to withdraw. Athletic and Co-­‐Curricular Eligibility To be eligible for participation in athletics and co-­‐curricular activities students must pass five one-­‐credit courses in the previous quarter. Failure to do so makes the student ineligible to participate in competitions and performances for the following full quarter. Students are only allowed to attend practices/meetings if the next academic quarter ends prior to the end of the season or final performance. Semester grades determine eligibility at the end of the second and fourth quarters. Auditing a Course As a general policy, Saint Joseph High School does not permit students to audit classes. In special cases, after consulting their counselor and the teacher, students may request to audit a course. Final approval rests with the teacher. All work for an audit class is at the discretion of the teacher. These arrangements must be made at the time of registration. An audit student may not take the place of a student taking the course for credit. 5 It is the responsibility of the audit candidate to request permission of the teacher to audit a particular class. All requirements must be agreed upon in a meeting between the student and teacher. The teacher, student, parent, and counselor must sign the Audit Request Form available in the Counseling office. Failure to adhere to requirements will necessitate removal from the class. Cancellation of Classes Classes may be cancelled for lack of enrollment. Changing a Schedule Classes are scheduled and teachers are assigned on the basis of students’ course selections at the time of registration each spring. Meetings with counselors and consultation with parents should ensure that the courses selected are in place for the following academic year. A class can only be changed if it falls under the following: •
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If a course is canceled for lack of enrollment, a student may select another available course. If a course is over subscribed, those students dropped from it may select another available course. If a student fails a prerequisite course or if a student is placed in an inappropriate course, the student may select another available course. If a student desires a schedule change after registration but prior to May 1, they may do so if the course is available. Schedule changes are not typically made after May 1. However, in such cases the student must justify the need for the change and have teacher and parent approval. A $10 fee will be assessed for each change. When schedule adjustments are necessary due to a level change, the following must be considered: Adding a class is permitted only within the first 5 days of class. Level changes after the first quarter and before the eleventh week will result in a grade of W on the transcript for the changed course. Level changes cannot be made two weeks before the end of the first and third quarter. o If a student withdraws from a class after the eleventh week, a WF will be recorded on the transcript. o Level changes may not occur after the eleventh week. o Students must have seven classes (or six classes with a study hall) each semester in order to be a student at Saint Joseph High School and retain athletic eligibility. Drop/Add Procedure Form Date_____________________________ Student Name_____________________________________________ Schedule Change Procedure (See Student Handbook and Program of Studies) Students are encouraged to choose classes carefully for the following school year (both semesters). Schedule changes will not be permitted after May 1 except for the following circumstances: ∗ Course change is required to meet graduation requirements ∗ Conflict occurred with original course request ∗ Change deemed necessary by the counselors, teachers, or principal (i.e. level change, which may be made through Quarter 1) Please sign below stating you understand the aforementioned procedure: Student Siganture:_________________________________________________________ Date :___________ Electives o
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All students must take a minimum of six classes each semester. While a number of electives are listed for each grade level, students should take only as many elective courses as they can effectively handle. There is no one program that applies to all students. Therefore, each student should take elective courses based on personal goals and objectives. 6 Grading Scale The Saint Joseph High School grading scale is as follows: A+ 97-­‐100 B+ 87-­‐89 C+ 77-­‐79 D+ 67-­‐69 A 93-­‐96 B 83-­‐86 C 73-­‐76 D 63-­‐66 A-­‐ 90-­‐92 B-­‐ 80-­‐82 D-­‐ 60-­‐62 C-­‐ 70-­‐72 F 0-­‐59 Grade Point Average Saint Joseph High School uses a weighted grading system. Courses are designated as College Prep A, College Prep, or Honors. This scale below is used to determine the value of each letter grade. Courses included are on an A-­‐F scale, with plusses and minuses assigned a point value. Grades are weighted according to the level of difficulty of the course. Transcript grades not included are those that carry Pass/Fail, No Credit, and Withdrawn grades. In order to determine the cumulative GPA of students who transfer to Saint Joseph High School, the Director of Counseling equates grades received at the previous school to the point values below. If it is impossible to make this determination, the transferring student is given credit for previous work with a passing grade. College Prep Honors A 4.00 5.00 A-­‐ 3.67 4.58 B+ 3.33 4.17 B 3.00 3.75 B-­‐ 2.67 3.33 C+ 2.33 2.92 C 2.00 2.50 C-­‐ 1.67 2.08 D+ 1.33 1.67 D 1.00 1.25 D-­‐ 0.67 0.83 F 0.00 0.00 Prerequisites Many courses have prerequisites (conditions that must be met before taking a course). Departmental approval and previous courses are examples. All prerequisites are listed in the course descriptions. Students may not register for courses for which they have not met the prerequisites. Registration for Honors Level Courses If the preceding class was honors level, a grade of B+ or higher is required; a grade of B or B-­‐ will require a department waiver; a grade of C+ or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. If the preceding class was college preparatory level, a grade of B+ or higher will require a departmental waiver; a grade of B or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. Repeating a Course Students who fail required courses are expected to repeat them, but students may also opt to repeat any course in which they receive a C-­‐ or lower. In this case, students must retake the course at Saint Joseph High School. The student’s counselor will make the appropriate arrangements. Upon repeating and passing the course, the failing grade will be excluded, and the higher grade will be included in computing the student’s GPA. Study Halls Students will be assigned to quiet study halls for any period they are not scheduled into a class or lunch. Summer School Students who fail a class during the school year may be required to make up the course in summer school. Students should contact the Counseling Department for information about which courses will be available. 7 Graduation Requirements The completion of Core 40 is a graduation requirement. The burden of responsibility for meeting the requirements for graduation from Saint Joseph High School, as well as the Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma, rests with the student. College entrance requirements vary, so it is important that students check requirements for particular colleges. The responsibility of planning a high school program that meets these requirements rests with the students. Counselors can furnish information as needed. In general, colleges require a set number of College Preparatory Units (CPU’s), which are met by courses in English, mathematics, social studies, science, and languages. All students must meet the state financial literacy requirement. This may be met by completing Personal Financial Responsibility, Accounting I, or by obtaining a passing score on the optional financial literacy assessment. Diploma Requirements for Class of 2016 Theology 8 credits English 8 credits Including a balance of literature, composition and speech Mathematics Physical Education 6 credits (grades 9-­‐12) 2 credits: Algebra I 2 credits: Geometry 2 credits: Algebra II All students must take a quantitative reasoning course each year. (Economics, Math, Physics) 6 credits 2 credits: Biology I 2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or Integrated Chemistry-­‐Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course 6 credits 2 credits: U.S. History 1 credit: U.S. Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits World History/Civilization or Geography/History of the World 5 credits World Languages Fine Arts – 1 credit required Career – Technical (Business courses) Personal Financial Responsibility required – 1 credit 2 credits Health and Wellness 1 credit Electives 6 credits Total Credits 48 credits Science Social Studies Directed Electives For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma (55 credits), students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40: •
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Earn 6-­‐8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages) •
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Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma •
Have a grade point average of “B” or better Complete one of the following: •
Complete AP courses (4 credits) and corresponding AP exams •
Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list. •
Earn 2 of the following: o A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list o 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams o 2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams •
Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and minimum score of 530 on each •
Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete the writing section 8 Four Year Plan Freshman Year Theology 1/Theology 2 English 9 Physical Education (Math) (Science) (Social Studies) (Elective) Total Credits Sophomore Year Theology 3/Theology 4 English 10 Health (Math) (Science) (Social Studies) (Elective) Total Credits Junior Year Theology 5/Theology 6 English 11 (American Lit.) (Math) (Science) (Social Studies) (Elective) Total Credits Senior Year 2 of the following: • Vocations • Catholic Social Teaching • Apologetics • Great Catholic Thinkers • Sacred Scripture • History of the Catholic Church • Religion and Science English 12 (Math) (Science) (Social Studies) (Elective) Total Credits 1st Semester 2nd Semester Credits 1st Semester 2nd Semester Credits 1st Semester 2nd Semester Credits 1st Semester 2nd Semester Credits 9 Course Designations Designation Description Courses Core 40 Indicates a course that satisfies Core 40 requirements in that subject area as defined by the state: Students wishing to attend an Indiana public college and be eligible for possible financial aid from that college must earn 48 credits (8 Theology and 40 credits of courses in specific areas) and maintain a GPA of 2.0. Students are required to complete this curriculum to meet requirements for graduation from Saint Joseph High school •
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Advanced Placement (AP) Indicates an Advanced Placement course: The Advanced Placement Program® is a cooperative educational endeavor between secondary schools and colleges and universities. Students gain college-­‐-­‐-­‐level skills and may earn college credit while they are still in high school. AP teachers follow course guidelines developed and published by the College Board. Students are expected to take the AP exam if they enroll in these courses. Honors (H) Indicates an Honors course as defined by Saint Joseph: These courses are designed for students who wish to pursue a more challenging academic program than the college preparatory courses. It is expected that students enrolled in these courses will be willing to work hard and do intensive study in the subject. Students who wish to be admitted into honors courses must meet the following criteria: • the student must wish to take the course • the student must meet the prerequisites for the course • the student's past academic record must indicate a high probability of success • the student's parents must consent to placement in honors course • the student must accept responsibility for the level of work required in honors courses and must expect no concessions for involvement in either co-­‐curricular activities or work. Laboratory (L) Indicates a laboratory course as defined by the state: "A minimum of 25% of the total instructional time is devoted to laboratory activities. Laboratory activities are those activities in which the pupil personally uses appropriate procedures and equipment in accomplishing that learning task.” 10 all business courses all English courses all fine arts courses all language courses all mathematics courses all physical education/ health courses • all science courses • all social studies courses • AP English Lang. & Comp. H • AP Calculus AB H • AP Calculus BC H • AP Comp. Science A H • AP Latin • AP Spanish Language & Culture H • AP French Language & Culture H • AP Biology 2 H • AP Chemistry 2 H • AP Physics C H • AP Environmental Science H • AP U.S. History H • AP U.S. Government H • AP Macroeconomics H • AP Microeconomics H • AP Statistics H • AP Studio Art (Drawing) H Honors courses available in the following departments: • Theology • English • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies • World Languages See course descriptions for each department. • all fine arts courses • all phys. ed. courses [except HEALTH] • all science courses Theology Department The goal of the Theology Department is to help each student achieve a conscious and active faith. The object of this faith is not merely a collection of abstract ideas. It is the person of Jesus, our Lord, who said, "I have come that they may have life and have an abundance of it" (John 10:10). Christian faith challenges us to a personal commitment to the risen Jesus who now lives and reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, who is still present to us in spirit and power. Faith calls us to demonstrate the life that God gives us through our service to others, communion with God in prayer, and our personal integrity. The Theology Department provides opportunity to grow in service and prayer. All are called to conversion to holiness through participation in the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Theology Department courses provide a solid understanding of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church, a familiarity with Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition, and an awareness of our historical past. Students learn the meaning of Catholic Sacraments, Liturgy, and ritual. Students discover that Morality, Justice, and the Truth of Revelation are objective because they are God-­‐given. Students are challenged to reflect Christ by following the example of countless saints who have each chiseled a unique facet of discipleship. They learn that this path of discipleship is “faith seeking understanding” — the time-­‐honored motto of the Church. With Scripture and Tradition serving as sign-­‐posts on that path, students are led to Truth — the Truth which sets us free to love and serve the Lord and each other. Theology courses are not approved core courses by the NCAA Clearinghouse. # Course Title Level Semesters Credit Grading Scale Grade Level SJ1101 SJ1102 SJ1201 SJ1202 SJ1301 SJ1302 Theology 1: The Word of God Theology 2: Christology Theology 3: The Paschal Mystery Theology 4: Ecclesiology Theology 5: Sacraments Theology 6: Morality (Current Problems, Issues and Events) Apologetics (Humanities II) Catholic Social Teaching (Topics in Social Science, Social Justice) Vocations History of the Catholic Church Great Catholic Thinkers (Humanities III) Sacred Scripture Religion and Science College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep 9 9 10 10 11 11 College Prep College Prep 1 1 1 1 College Prep College Prep 12 12 College Prep College Prep Honors 1 1 1 1 1 1 College Prep College Prep Honors 12 12 12 SJ1410 SJ1420 SJ1430 SJ1440 SJ1450 SJ1460 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 12 SJ1470 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 12 Courses 1-­‐6 are core Theology courses taken in sequence from Freshman through Junior years. All transfer students who are Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors begin with Theology 3 and 4 and continue in the sequence in subsequent years. Transfer students who have taken the same courses at other Catholic schools may continue the curriculum in sequence. Seniors who have taken the previous core courses qualify for the Theology offerings for seniors. Qualified seniors pick 2 of the following seven courses: Apologetics, Catholic Social Teaching, Vocations, History of the Catholic Church, Great Catholic Thinkers, Sacred Scripture, Religion and Science. More than two courses may be selected as electives. All senior classes may be subject to departmental approval to enroll. 11 SJ1101 … Theology 1: The World of God 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 9 The purpose of this course is to give students a general knowledge and appreciation of the Sacred Scriptures. Through their study of the Bible they will come to encounter the living Word of God, Jesus Christ. In the course they will learn about the Bible, authored by God through Inspiration, and its value to people throughout the world. If they have not been taught this earlier, they will learn how to read the Bible and will become familiar with the major sections of the Bible and the books included in each section. The students will pay particular attention to the Gospels, where they may grow to know and love Jesus Christ more personally. SJ1102 … Theology 2: Christology 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 9 The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the mystery of Jesus Christ, the living Word of God, the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity. In this course students will understand that Jesus Christ is the ultimate Revelation to us from God. In learning about who he is, the students will also learn who he calls them to be. SJ1201 … Theology 3: The Paschal Mystery 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 10 The purpose of this course is to help students understand all that God has done for us through his Son, Jesus Christ. Through the course of study, students will learn that for all eternity, God has planned for us to share eternal happiness with him, which is accomplished through the redemption Christ won for us. Students will learn that they share in this redemption only in and through Jesus Christ. They will also be introduced to what it means to be a disciple of Christ and what life as a disciple entails. SJ1202 … Theology 4: Ecclesiology 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 10 The purpose of this course is to help the students understand that in and through the Church they encounter the living Jesus Christ. They will be introduced to the fact that the Church was founded by Christ through the Apostles and is sustained by him through the Holy Spirit. The students will come to know that the Church is the living Body of Christ today. This Body has both divine and human elements. In this course, students will learn not so much about events in the life of the Church but about the sacred nature of the Church. SJ1301 … Theology 5: Sacraments 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 11 The purpose of this course is to help students understand that they can encounter Christ today in a full and real way in and through the sacraments, and especially through the Eucharist. Students will examine each of the sacraments in detail so as to learn how they may encounter Christ throughout life. SJ1302 … Theology 6: Morality (Current Problems and Issues) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grade 11 The purpose of this course is to help students understand that it is only through Christ that they can fully live out God’s plans for their lives. Students are to learn the moral concepts and precepts that govern the lives of Christ’s disciples. 12 *Seniors must choose 2 of the following 7 courses. More than 2 courses may be selected as electives. All senior classes may be subject to departmental approval to enroll. SJ1410 … Apologetics* (Humanities II) 1 semester Core 40 1 credit College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 12 The purpose of this course is to help the students understand the manner in which the Catholic Church relates to non-­‐Catholic Christians as well as other religions of the world. Building on the foundational truth that Jesus Christ established the Catholic Church and entrusted to her the fullness of God’s Revelation, the course is intended to help students recognize the ways in which important spiritual truths can also be found in non-­‐Catholic Christian churches and ecclesial communities as well as in non-­‐Christian religions. It is also intended to help them to recognize the ways in which other systems of belief and practice differ from the Catholic faith. SJ1420 … Catholic Social Teaching* (Topics in Social Science, Social Justice) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the Church’s social teaching. In this course, students are to learn how Christ’s concern for others, especially the poor and needy, is present today in the Church’s social teaching and mission. SJ1430 … Vocations* *** 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 12 The purpose of this course is to help students to understand the vocations of life: how Christ calls us to live. In this course, students should learn how all vocations are similar and how they differ. The course should be structured around married life, single life, priestly life, and consecrated life. Students should learn what it means to live life for the benefit of others and the value in considering a vocation in service to the Christian community. SJ1440 … History of the Catholic Church* 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 12 Theology 4 presented a catechesis of the Church and the Body of Christ in history: its nature and meaning, images, marks, life and ministry, guide to moral life, and the role of prayer. This elective can supplement that catechesis on the Church. The purpose of this course is to supply the students with a general knowledge of the Church’s history from apostolic times to the present. They will be introduced to the fact that the Church was founded by Christ through the Apostles and is sustained by him throughout history through the Holy Spirit. The students will come to know that the Church is the living Body of Christ today and, as such, has both divine and human elements. In this course, students will learn about the Church’s 2,000 years of history and about how the Church is led and governed by the successors of the Apostles. SJ1450 … Great Catholic Thinkers* *** (Humanities III) 1 semester 1 credit Honors grading scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: minimum “B” grades in all previous Theology courses and departmental approval. This course will introduce the writings and ideas of important Catholic writers such as Joseph Ratzinger, St. Thomas Aquinas, Blaise Pascal, GK Chesterton, Fulton J. Sheen, Francis Thompson, St. Augustine, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Gregory of Nyssa, St. Francis de Sales, Thomas A Kempis, St. Therese of Lisieux, St. John Cassian, Thomas Merton, St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, St. Benedict, St. Ignatius of Antioch, St. Cyprian, St. Cyril of Jerusalem, St. John Chrysostom, Hilaire Belloc, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Louis de Montfort, St. Bonaventure, and others. The course will involve extensive reading and discussion. *** If you are interested in taking this class you must submit a written assignment. Please get these requirements from the Theology Department chair. These submissions are due Friday, January 31 by midnight. You will not be admitted to these classes without these assignments turned in by the deadline. 13 SJ1460 … Sacred Scripture* 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 12 The purpose of this course is to give an overview of Sacred Scripture with an introduction to the basic principles for understanding and interpreting the Bible. Because of the extent of the scriptural material, this outline will not try to cover the vast content but rather offer comments about Scripture’s purpose and religious significance. Given the limits of a semester of study, it will not be possible to introduce all the books of the Bible here. But every effort is made to project a sense of the unity of the narrative for the divine plan of salvation, the presence of God’s action in this record of his Revelation, and his desire to share his merciful love with us. The New American Bible with its notes is the translation that is used as well as a guide for interpretation SJ1470 … Religion and Science* 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 12 The purpose of this course is to give an overview of the true nature of religion and science as twin corporate enterprises and how this understanding can help us become better practitioners of both. It will explore how religion and science in their fullness can work together, and do work together in coherent, consistent, and mutually affirming paths that can lead us to increased knowledge and love of God and God’s creation. 14 Business and Technology Department This program of study provides business and technology education for the college-­‐bound student. All students will benefit from taking the technology course, Information Communications and Technology, that develops student skills in computer technology, or the business courses that explore the areas of business law, personal finance, and accounting. Important information: Beginning with the class of 2014 -­‐ by the end of 12th grade, every student should have achieved the Financial Literacy Education (FLE) High School Standards. This may be accomplished by taking Personal Financial Responsibility, Accounting or taking a test to demonstrate financial literacy proficiency. The test may be taken one time per year but must be passed no later than the student's junior year. Business and Technology courses are not approved core courses by the NCAA Clearinghouse. # Course Title Level Semesters Credits Grading Scale Grade Level SJ7100 Personal Financial Responsibility College Prep 1 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 SJ7150 Information Communications and Technology (Computer Applications) SJ7251-­‐52 Accounting SJ7360 Business Law and Ethics College Prep 1 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 College Prep College Prep 2 1 2 1 College Prep College Prep 10-­‐12 11-­‐12 SJ7100 … PERSONAL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Fulfills the state requirement for financial literacy. Grades 9-­‐ 12 Personal Financial Responsibility addresses the identification and management of personal financial resources to meet the financial needs and wants of individuals and families, considering a broad range of economic, social, cultural, technological, environmental, and maintenance factors. This course helps students build skills in financial responsibility and decision making; analyze personal standards, needs, wants, and goals; identify sources of income, saving and investing; understand banking, budgeting, record-­‐keeping, taxes and managing risk, insurance and credit card debt. A project based approach and applications through authentic settings such as work based observations and service-­‐learning experiences are appropriate. Direct, concrete applications of mathematics proficiencies in projects are encouraged. These standards are aligned with the National Business Education Association (NBEA), the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE), and Financial Literacy Education (FLE) in Indiana’s schools. SJ7150 … Information Communications and Technology (Computer Applications) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Information Communications and Technology introduces students to the physical components and operation of computers. Technology is used to build students decision-­‐making and problem-­‐solving skills. Students should be given the opportunity to seek an industry-­‐recognized digital literacy certification. SJ7251-­‐52 … Accounting 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Fulfills the state requirement for financial literacy Grades 10 -­‐ 12 Accounting introduces the language of business using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures for proprietorships and partnerships using double-­‐entry accounting. Emphasis is placed on accounting principles as they relate to both manual and automated financial systems. This course involves understanding, analyzing, and recording business transactions and preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial reports as a basis for decision-­‐making. 15 SJ7360 … Business Law and Ethics 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 11 -­‐ 12 Business Law and Ethics provides an overview of the legal system in the business setting. Topics covered include: basics of the judicial system, contract, personal, employment and property law. Application of legal principles and ethical decision-­‐making techniques are presented through problem-­‐solving methods and situation analyses. 16 English Department The English Department is designed to improve communication, which is seen as a two-­‐way process of transmitting and receiving ideas. Through the study of literature, students achieve the awareness necessary to perceive the rich body of truth which literature offers to readers. Through writing, speech, and language instruction, students improve their ability to present their own ideas clearly and effectively. All English classes heighten the student’s appreciation of language and its importance in our lives. # Course Title Level Semesters Credits SJ2000 SJ2111-­‐12 SJ2121-­‐12 SJ2211-­‐12 SJ2221-­‐22 SJ2250 Language Arts Lab English 9 English 9 Honors English 10 English 10 Honors Creative Writing Themes in Literature: European Mythology Themes in Literature: World Mythology Student Publications: News & Broadcasting American Literature (English 11) American Literature Honors Film Literature Mass Media Novels Student Publications: Yearbook Themes in Literature: Search for Identity English Literature: Beowulf to Shakespeare English Literature: Milton to the Moderns English Language & Composition, Advanced Placement College Prep College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep 2 2 2 2 2 1 College Prep SJ2260 SJ2270 SJ2290 SJ2311-­‐12 SJ2321-­‐22 SJ2350 SJ2360 SJ2370 SJ2380 SJ2390 SJ2411 SJ2412 SJ2421-­‐22 2 2 2 2 2 1 Grading Scale College Prep College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep Grade Level 9-­‐12 9 9 10 10 10-­‐12 1 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep 11 11 11-­‐12 11-­‐12 11-­‐12 11-­‐12 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 12 College Prep 1 1 College Prep 12 AP 2 2 Honors 12 8 credits are required for graduation. Arrows indicate normal sequence of classes. Other movement is possible, but must have approval of the current teacher, department chair, and counselor. Elective courses are taken concurrently with required courses at the indicated levels. Typical Required Course Sequences ENGLISH 9 ENGLISH 10 AMERICAN LIT ENGLISH LIT and elective course ENGLISH 9 H ENGLISH 10 H AMERICAN LIT H AP ENGLISH 17 Elective Courses LANGUAGE ARTS LAB CREATIVE WRITING LANGUAGE ARTS LAB EUROPEAN MYTH CREATIVE WRITING WORLD MYTH EUROPEAN MYTH FILM LIT WORLD MYTH MASS MEDIA FILM LIT NOVELS MASS MEDIA SEARCH FOR IDENTITY CREATIVE WRITING EUROPEAN MYTH WORLD MYTH STUDENT PUB: YEARBOOK LANGUAGE ARTS LAB SEARCH FOR IDENTITY NOVELS LANGUAGE ARTS LAB STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: NEWS & BROADCASTING STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: NEWS & BROADCASTING STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: YEARBOOK STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: YEARBOOK SJ2000 … Language Arts Lab 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma May be taken multiple times for up to 8 credits. This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. Grades 9 -­‐ 12 This is a supplemental course that provides students with individualized or small group instruction designed to support success in completing language arts course work, focusing on the Writing Standards. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels. This course is for students who need additional support in all the language arts (reading, writing, speaking and listening), especially in writing. SJ2111-­‐12 … English 9 2 semesters Core 40 2 credits College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 9 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 9, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring a wide-­‐variety of genres and their elements. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 9 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write short stories, responses to literature, expository and persuasive compositions, research reports, business letters, and technical documents. Students deliver grade-­‐appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information. SJ2121-­‐22 … English 9 H 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 Honors grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 9 This course is for the ninth grade student who has a serious interest in English and who is ready to accept the challenge offered in exploration of the various aspects of communication: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course includes strengthening vocabulary, developing critical thinking skills, analyzing works from a variety of genres, writing assignments that are both imaginative and disciplined, and honing effective speaking tools. 18 SJ2211-­‐12 … English 10 2 semesters Core 40 2 credits College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 10 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 10, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring universal themes across a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 10 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write short stories, responses to literature, expository and persuasive compositions, research reports, business letters, and technical documents. Students deliver grade-­‐appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information. SJ2221-­‐22 … English 10 H * 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the English section. Grade 10 This course builds on the foundation of ENGLISH 9 H. Emphasis is placed on reading literary classics and mythology, writing essays of increasing complexity, and presenting formal speeches. A student accepting the challenge of this course is expected to read regularly and carefully and to be able to master material without classroom drill. A research paper is required. Summer reading is required prior to this course. SJ2250 … Creative Writing 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 10 -­‐12 This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Composition Standards, is a study and application of the rhetorical (effective) writing strategies for prose and poetry. Using the writing process, students demonstrate a command of vocabulary, the nuances of language and vocabulary, English language conventions, an awareness of the audience, the purposes for writing, and the style of their own writing. CREATIVE WRITING PROJECT: Students complete a project, such as a short story, a narrative or epic poem, a persuasive speech or letter, a book review, a script or short play, or other creative compositions, which demonstrates knowledge, application, and writing progress in the Creative Writing course content. SJ2260 … Themes in Literature: European Mythology 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grade 10 -­‐12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts is a study of universal themes, such as the journey of the hero, the trials of youth, the search for identity, and other themes appropriate to the level and interests of students. The course may be limited to a few important related themes. Students examine representative works in various genres by authors of diverse eras and nationalities and the way themes may be treated differently in the works because of the cultural context. Students analyze how themes illuminate humanity’s struggle to understand the human condition SJ2270 … Themes in Literature: World Mythology 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grade 10 -­‐12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts is a study of universal themes, such as the journey of the hero, the trials of youth, the search for identity, and other themes appropriate to the level and interests of students. The course may be limited to a few important related themes. Students examine representative works in various genres by authors of diverse eras and nationalities and the way themes may be treated differently in the works because of the cultural context. Students analyze how themes illuminate humanity’s struggle to understand the human condition. 19 SJ2290 … Student Publications: News and Broadcasting 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 May be taken multiple times (1-­‐6 credits). Prerequisite: Teacher approval College Prep grading scale Grade 10-­‐12 Academic Honors Diploma This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. This is a course based on the High School Journalism Standards and the Student Publications Standards. Students demonstrate their ability to do journalistic writing and design for high school publications, including school newspapers and yearbooks, and a variety of media formats. Students follow the ethical principles and legal boundaries that guide scholastic journalism. Students express themselves publicly with meaning and clarity for the purpose of informing, entertaining, or persuading. Students work on high school publications or media staffs so that they may prepare themselves for career paths in journalism, communications, writing, or related fields SJ2311-­‐12… American Literature (English 11) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grade 11 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 11, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring characterization across universal themes and a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 11 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write fictional narratives, short stories, responses to literature, reflective compositions, historical investigation reports, resumes, and technical documents incorporating visual information in the form of pictures, graphs, and tables. Students write and deliver grade-­‐appropriate multi-­‐ media presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information. SJ2321-­‐122… American Literature H* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the English section. Grade 11 This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Literature Standards, is a study of representative works and authors of the United States from pre-­‐Revolutionary times to the present. Students read, analyze, evaluate, critique, and actively respond to a wide variety of literary genres that reflect American culture, including quality works of various ethnic and cultural minorities. Students compare readings and media from literature, history, and other subjects by demonstrating how the ideas and concepts presented in the works are interconnected, distinctly American, and important to an understanding of the development of the current culture. SJ2350… Film Literature 1 semester 1 credit1 College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. Grades 11-­‐12 This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Literature Standards, is a study of how literature is adapted for film or media and includes role playing as film directors for selected screen scenes. Students read about the history of film, the reflection or influence of film on the culture, and issues of interpretation, production and adaptation. Students examine the visual interpretation of literary techniques and auditory language in film and the limitations or special capacities of film versus text to present a literary work. Students analyze how films portray the human condition and the roles of men and women and the various ethnic or cultural minorities in the past and present. FILM LITERATURE PROJECT: Students complete a project, such as doing an historical timeline and bibliography on the development of film or the creation of a short-­‐ subject film, which demonstrates knowledge, application, and progress in the Film Literature course content. 20 SJ2360… Mass Media 1 semester 1 credit1 College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. Grades 11-­‐12 This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and the High School Journalism
Standards, is the study of the importance of mass media as pervasive in modern life at the local, national, and global
levels as well as a study of the impact of mass communications messages of news, entertainment, and persuasion on
everyday life. Students analyze the history, governance, and ethical issues of mass media to gain a perspective on how
influential the mass media have become. Students use media literacy and mass communications skills to become
knowledgeable consumers of mass media to prepare them for their roles as informed citizens in a democratic society.
MASS MEDIA PROJECT: Students complete a project, such as media convergence special report using multiple formats that compare different aspects of a topic of interest or concern, which demonstrates knowledge, application, and progress in Mass Media course content. SJ2370… Novels 1 semester Core 40 1 credit College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 11-­‐12 This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Literature Standards, is a study of the distinct features of the novel, such as narrative and fictional elements of setting, conflict, climax, and resolution, and may be organized by historical periods, themes, or authors. Students examine novels of a given period, such as Victorian, the Modern Period, or Contemporary Literature, and what distinguishes novels from short stories, epics, romances, biographies, science fiction, and others. Students analyze novels by various important authors in the past and present or sets of novels in a given time period or across time periods or covering a particular theme. SJ2380… Student Publications: Yearbook 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma May be taken multiple times. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: DIGITAL DESIGN This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. Grades 11-­‐12 This is a course based on the High School Journalism Standards and the Student Publications Standards. Students demonstrate their ability to do journalistic writing and design for high school publications, including school newspapers and yearbooks, and a variety of media formats. Students follow the ethical principles and legal boundaries that guide scholastic journalism. Students express themselves publicly with meaning and clarity for the purpose of informing, entertaining, or persuading. This course emphasizes magazine techniques in addition to encouraging students to develop civic literacy. The yearbook class is responsible for production of the school yearbook. Instruction in feature writing, technical aspects of lay-­‐out, informative headlines and captions, as well as the basics of photographic composition, will be emphasized. Students will realize the importance of accuracy, objectivity and conciseness in journalistic endeavors. Students will practice extensively the techniques of newsgathering, interviewing. SJ2390 … Themes in Literature: Search for Identity 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: English 9, English 10 Grade 11-­‐12 Themes in Literature, course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts is a study of universal themes. Students examine representative works in various genres by authors of diverse eras and nationalities and the way themes may be treated differently in the works because of the cultural context. Students analyze how themes illuminate humanity’s struggle to understand the human condition. This course will focus on the search for identity especially for recent immigrants to America. Students will read the novels Typical American and White Teeth. The class will do an in depth study of the film A River Runs Through It. Students will also study selected poetry, short stories, and essays on this theme. 21 SJ2411…English Literature: Beowulf to Shakespeare 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Grade 12 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade-­‐level reading ability This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Literature Standards, is a study of representative works of the English-­‐speaking authors associated with the Commonwealth of Nations, including England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Canada, Newfoundland, Australia, New Zealand, India, South Africa, Kenya, Botswana, and others. Students examine a wide variety of literary genres that reflect the English-­‐speaking peoples from the Anglo-­‐Saxon Period through Shakespeare. Students analyze how the ideas and concepts presented in the works are both interconnected and distinctly reflective of the cultures and the countries in which they were written. SJ2412…English Literature: Milton to the Moderns 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Grade 12 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade-­‐level reading ability This course, based on Indiana's Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and emphasizing the High School Literature Standards, is a study of representative works of the English-­‐speaking authors associated with the Commonwealth of Nations, including England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Canada, Newfoundland, Australia, New Zealand, India, South Africa, Kenya, Botswana, and others. Students examine a wide variety of literary genres that reflect the English-­‐speaking peoples from Milton to the Moderns. Students analyze how the ideas and concepts presented in the works are both interconnected and distinctly reflective of the cultures and the countries in which they were written. SJ2421-­‐22… English Language and Composition, Advanced Placement* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the English section. Note: Students enrolled in this class are expected to take the English Language and Composition AP exam and/or the English Literature AP exam. English Language and Composition, Advanced Placement, is an advanced placement course based on content established by the College Board. An AP course in English Language and Composition 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 generic conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html * Students interested in enrolling in an honors level class must meet the following criteria: •
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If the preceding class was honors level, a grade of B+ or higher is required; a grade of B or B-­‐ will require a department waiver; a grade of C+ or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. If the preceding class was college preparatory level, a grade of B+ or higher will require a departmental waiver; a grade of B or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. 22 Fine Arts Department Offerings in art and music serve as an introduction to students for creativity through self-­‐expression. The offerings in music are designed to develop the student’s awareness of the aesthetics of music as the artistic expression of thoughts, feelings, and ideas. The primary focus of the visual arts classes is studio production in order to develop student creativity through self-­‐
expression. In addition, students are expected to identify connections between major world events and issues and the ways artists have responded to these through their work. Students are also expected to make informed judgments about and gain a logical understanding of the function and nature of artistic expression. Fine Arts courses are not approved core courses by the NCAA Clearinghouse. # Course Title SJ6110 SJ6120 SJ6210 SJ6220 SJ6230 SJ6240 SJ6250 SJ6310 SJ6320 SJ6330 SJ6340 SJ6350 SJ6410 SJ6420 SJ6430 SJ6440 SJ6450 SJ6510 SJ6520 SJ6530 SJ6540 SJ6550 SJ6591-­‐92 SJ6600 SJ6610 SJ6620 SJ6630 SJ6640 SJ6650 SJ6660 Level Introduction to 2-­‐Dimensional Art(L) Introduction to 3-­‐Dimensional Art (L) Ceramics I (L) Digital Design I (L) Drawing I (L) Painting I (L) Photography I (L) Ceramics II (L) Digital Design II (L) Drawing II (L) Painting II (L) Photography II (L) Ceramics III (L) Digital Design III (L) Drawing III (L) Painting III (L) Photography III (L) Ceramics IV (L) Digital Design IV (L) Drawing IV (L) Painting IV (L) Photography IV (L) AP Studio Art (Drawing Portfolio) Music History and Appreciation (L) Applied Music: Piano & Electronic Keyboard (L) Chorus (L) Concert Band (L) Orchestra (L) Instrumental Ensemble (L) Musical Theatre (L) Semesters College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 Honors 2 College Prep 1 College Prep 1 or 2 College Prep 1 or 2 College Prep 1 or 2 College Prep 1 or 2 College Prep 1 or 2 College Prep 1 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 or 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 or 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 or 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 or 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 1 or 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 9-­‐12 SJ6110 … Introduction to 2-­‐Dimensional Art (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐12 This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking this course engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, production, and integrated studies and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students explore historical and cultural background and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; create two-­‐dimensional works of art, reflect upon the outcomes, and revise their work; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. They identify ways to utilize and support art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources. 23 SJ6120 … Introduction to 3-­‐Dimensional Art (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐12 This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking this course engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, production, and integrated studies and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students explore historical and cultural background and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; create three-­‐dimensional works of art, reflect upon the outcomes, and revise their work; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. They identify ways to utilize and support art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources. SJ6210 … Ceramics I (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Intro to 3-­‐D Art SJ6310 … Ceramics II (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Ceramics 1 SJ6410 … Ceramics III (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Ceramics II SJ6510 … Ceramics IV (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B+ or higher in Ceramics II Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students may be enrolled in a regular art class taught simultaneously to less advanced students, but they work independently in consultation with the instructor. This sequence of courses is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in ceramics engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create works of art in clay utilizing the processes of hand building, molds, wheel throwing, slip and glaze techniques, and the firing processes. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-­‐related careers. SJ6220 … Digital Design I (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma SJ6320 … Digital Design II (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Digital Design 1 SJ6420 … Digital Design III (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Digital Design II SJ6520 … Digital Design IV (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Digital Design III Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students may be enrolled in a regular art class taught simultaneously to less advanced students, but work independently in consultation with the instructor. 24 This sequence of courses is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in digital design engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. They incorporate desktop publishing, multi-­‐media, digitized imagery, computer animation, and web design. Students reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-­‐related careers SJ6230 … Drawing I (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Intro to 2-­‐D Art SJ6330 … Drawing II (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Drawing I SJ6430 … Drawing III (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Drawing II SJ6530 … Drawing IV (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Drawing III Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students may be enrolled in a regular art class taught simultaneously to less advanced students, but they work independently in consultation with the instructor. This sequence of courses is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in drawing engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create drawings utilizing processes such as sketching, rendering, contour, gesture, and perspective drawing and use a variety of media such as pencil, chalk, pastels, charcoal, and pen and ink. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-­‐related careers. SJ6240 … Painting I (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Intro to 2-­‐D Art SJ6340 … Painting II (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Painting I SJ6440 … Painting III (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Painting II SJ6540 … Painting IV (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Painting III Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students may be enrolled in a regular art class taught simultaneously to less advanced students, but they work independently in consultation with the instructor. 25 This sequence of courses is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking painting engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production that lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create abstract and realistic paintings, using a variety of materials such as mixed media, watercolor, oil, and acrylics as well as techniques such as stippling, gouache, wash, and impasto. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-­‐related careers. SJ6250 … Photography I (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma SJ6350 … Photography II (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Photography I SJ6450 … Photography III (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Photography II SJ6550 … Photography IV (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B or higher in Photography III Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students may be enrolled in a regular art class taught simultaneously to less advanced students, but work independently in consultation with the instructor. This sequence of courses is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in photography engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works, creating photographs, films, and videos utilizing a variety of digital tools and dark room processes. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-­‐related careers. SJ6591-­‐92 … Studio Art (Drawing Portfolio) Advanced Placement (L) 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: B+ or higher in Intro to II D, B+ or higher in Drawing I Studio Art, Advanced Placement – Drawing Portfolio is designed to address a very broad interpretation of drawing issues and media. Light and shade, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and illusion of depth are drawing issues that can be addressed through a variety of means, which could include painting, printmaking, mixed media, etc. Abstract, observational, and inventive works may demonstrate drawing competence. Any work that makes use of (appropriate) other artists’ works (including photographs) and/or published images must show substantial and significant development beyond duplication. This is demonstrated through manipulation of the formal qualities, design, and/or concept of the source. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html 26 SJ6600 … Music History and Appreciation (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐12 This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Music and standards for this specific course. Students receive instruction designed to explore music and major musical styles and periods through understanding music in relation to both Western and Non-­‐Western history and culture. Activities include analyzing and describing music; evaluating music and music performances; and understanding relationships between music and the other arts, as well as disciplines outside of the arts. SJ6610 … Applied Music: Piano & Electronic Keyboard (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students must have access to a piano or keyboard. A minimum of two hours of practice is required each week. This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral or Instrumental Music. Applied Music offers high school students the opportunity to receive small group or private instruction designed to develop and refine performance skills. A variety of music methods and repertoire is utilized to refine students' abilities in performing, creating, and responding to music. SJ6620 … Chorus (L) 1 or 2 semesters 1 credit/semester College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Grades 9-­‐12 These courses are based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music. Students taking this course develop musicianship and specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. This class includes the study of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Chorus classes provide opportunities for performing, creating, and responding to music. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer's intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in a culminating performance outside of the school day. SJ6630 … Concert Band (L) 1 or 2 semesters 1 credit/semester College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Previous instruction on a band instrument. Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students must provide their primary instrument. There is also a significant extracurricular component, as students must attend all practices and performances, including selected football and basketball games. These courses are based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. This course provides students with a balanced comprehensive study of music through the Concert Band and Marching Band. This study develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop elements of musicianship including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-­‐reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer's intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. This includes performance with the Saint Joseph High School Marching Band at selected evening athletic events, parades, concerts/competitions, and community events. 27 SJ6640 … Orchestra (L) 1 or 2 semesters 1 credit/semester College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Previous instruction on an instrument. Note: This course can be taken multiple times. Students must provide their primary instrument These courses are based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students in this ensemble are provided with a balanced, comprehensive study of music through the orchestra, string and/or full orchestra, which develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop and refine elements of musicianship, including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of orchestral literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear and sight-­‐reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. SJ6650 …Instrumental Ensemble (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grades 10-­‐12 This course may be taken multiple times. This course is for the following instruments: guitar, bass, guitar, keyboard, and drum set. This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students taking this course are provided with a balanced comprehensive study of chamber ensemble and solo literature, which develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive and affective domains. Students develop and refine elements of musicianship including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of literature as pertaining to chamber ensemble and solo literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-­‐reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. SJ6660 … Musical Theatre (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 9-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Note: Singing is a required element of this course. This course does not fulfill the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma but counts as an elective for any diploma. This course is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students in this course study the history of musical theatre and its place in today’s society. They participate in staging, choreographing, rehearsing, and performing an original or existing musical work. This class may be taught collaboratively among music, theatre, dance, and visual arts faculty. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community. 28 Health and Physical Education Department Health & Physical Education courses are not approved core courses by the NCAA Clearinghouse. # Course Title Level Semesters SJ8101f/m SJ8102f/m SJ8151f/m SJ8152f/m SJ8200f/m SJ8250f/m SJ8300 Physical Education I (L) Physical Education II (L) Physical Education I (ATH) (L) Physical Education II (ATH) (L) Health and Wellness Education Elective Physical Education (L) Advanced Health Education College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 1 College Prep 9 1 College Prep 9 1 College Prep 9 1 College Prep 9 1 College Prep 10 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 SJ8101f/m … Physical Education I (L) 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 9 This course focuses on instructional strategies through a planned, sequential, and comprehensive physical education curriculum which provide students with opportunities to actively participate in at least four of the following: team sports; dual sport activities; individual physical activities; outdoor pursuits; self-­‐defense and martial arts; aquatics; gymnastics; and dance, all which are within the framework of lifetime physical activities and fitness. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-­‐based skill evaluation. Individual assessments may be modified for individuals with disabilities, in addition to those with IEP’s and Catholic Alternative Learning plans. SJ8102f/m … Physical Education II (L) 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 9 This course focuses on instructional strategies through a planned, sequential, and comprehensive physical education curriculum which provide students with opportunities to actively participate in four of the following that were not in PHYS ED I: team sports; dual sport activities; individual physical activities; outdoor pursuits; self-­‐defense and martial arts; aquatics; gymnastics; and dance, all which are within the framework of lifetime physical activities and fitness. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-­‐based skill evaluation. Individual assessments may be modified for individuals with disabilities, in addition to those with IEP’s and Catholic Alternative Learning plans. SJ8151f/m … Physical Education I (ATH) (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma SJ8152f/m … Physical Education II (ATH) (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma SJ8250f/m …Elective Physical Education (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grade 9 Grade 9 Grades 10-­‐12 These courses, based on selected standards from the Indiana’s Academic Standards for Physical Education, identify what a student should know and be able to do as a result of a quality physical education program. The goal of a physically educated student is to maintain appropriate levels of cardio-­‐respiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition necessary for a healthy and productive life. These courses promote lifetime sports and recreational activities and provide an opportunity for an in-­‐depth study in one or more specific areas. Students have the opportunity to design and develop an appropriate personal fitness program that enables them to achieve a desired level of fitness. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-­‐based skill evaluation. Individual assessments may be modified for individuals with disabilities, in addition to those with IEP’s and Catholic Alternative Learning plans. 29 Health and Physical Education Department SJ8200f/m … Health and Wellness Education 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grade 10 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for Health & Wellness, provides the basis to help students adopt and maintain healthy behaviors. Health education should contribute directly to a student’s ability to successfully practice behaviors that protect and promote health and avoid or reduce health risks. Through a variety of instructional strategies, students practice the development of functional health information (essential concepts); determine personal values that support health behaviors; develop group norms that value a healthy lifestyle; develop the essential skills necessary to adopt, practice, and maintain health-­‐enhancing behaviors. This course includes the application of priority areas in a planned, sequential, comprehensive health education curriculum. Priority areas include: promoting personal health and wellness, physical activity, healthy eating, promoting safety and preventing unintentional injury and violence, promoting mental and emotional health, a tobacco-­‐free lifestyle and an alcohol-­‐ and other drug-­‐free lifestyle and promoting human development and family health. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills of health and wellness core concepts, analyzing influences, accessing information, interpersonal communication, decision-­‐making and goal-­‐setting skills, health-­‐enhancing behaviors, and health and wellness advocacy skills. Students also gain knowledge of the physiology of the body. SJ8300 … Advanced Health Education 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep grading scale Grade 11-­‐12 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Health and Wellness Education Academic Standards for Health & Wellness, provides advanced This course is an elective course that is aligned to the Indiana’s knowledge and skills to help students adopt and maintain healthy behaviors. Through a variety of instructional strategies, students practice the development of functional advanced health information (essential concepts); determine personal values that support health behaviors; develop group norms that value a healthy lifestyle; develop the essential skills necessary to adopt, practice, and maintain health-­‐enhancing behaviors. Advanced Health & Wellness provides students with an in-­‐depth study of promoting personal health and wellness, physical activity, healthy eating, promoting safety and preventing unintentional injury and violence, promoting mental and emotional health, a tobacco, alcohol, and other drug-­‐free lifestyle, and promoting human development and family health. The scientific components of health and wellness, health issues and concerns, health risk appraisals, individual wellness plans, health promotion and health careers are expanded and explored within the context of the course. This course provides students with the advanced knowledge and skills of health and wellness core concepts, analyzing influences, accessing information, interpersonal communication, decision-­‐making and goal-­‐setting skills, health-­‐enhancing behaviors, and health and wellness advocacy skills. 30 Mathematics Department Mathematics is the key to unlocking the mysteries of science, business, psychology, and many other areas of life. As such, its study cannot be limited to rote memorization of rules and formulas but must encompass a much broader and richer understanding of the concepts underlying its entire structure. In short, mathematics cannot be limited solely to textbook learning but must reach the larger horizon of the practical and theoretical worlds without sacrificing rich and fulfilling abstractions. Technology is a vital part of the curriculum. The TI-­‐83+ graphing calculator is required for all courses except Calculus (in which the TI-­‐89 is preferred). While it is not a prerequisite that students enter with previous experience in the use of a calculator, this can be advantageous. # Course Title SJ3000 SJ3101-­‐02 SJ3111-­‐12 SJ3201-­‐02 SJ3211-­‐12 SJ3221-­‐22 SJ3301-­‐02 SJ3311-­‐12 SJ3321-­‐22 SJ3350 SJ3360 SJ3400 SJ3410 SJ3421-­‐22 SJ3521-­‐22 SJ3621-­‐22 SJ3650 SJ3661-­‐62 SJ3670 SJ3680 SJ3690 SJ3900 Mathematics Lab Algebra 1 (College Prep A) Algebra 1 (College Prep B) Geometry (College Prep A) Geometry (College Prep B) Geometry Honors Algebra 2 (College Prep A) Algebra 2 (College Prep B) Algebra 2 Honors Finite Mathematics Probability and Statistics Trigonometry Pre-­‐calculus Pre-­‐calculus / Trigonometry Honors Calculus AB, Advanced Placement Calculus BC, Advanced Placement Advanced Mathematics, Special Topics: Calculus III Honors Statistics, Advanced Placement Computer Programming II Computer Programming III Computer Science A, Advanced Placement Advanced Mathematics, College Credit Level Semesters College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep Honors AP AP Honors AP College Prep College Prep AP Honors 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9 2 College Prep 9 2 College Prep 10 2 College Prep 9-­‐10 2 Honors 9-­‐10 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 10-­‐11 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 10-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 1 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 Honors 11-­‐12 1 Honors 12 Arrows indicate normal sequence of classes. Other movement is possible, but must have approval of the current teacher, department chair, and guidance counselor. In most cases, either a department recommendation or a special placement exam is required to start a sequence. Typical Course Sequences ALGEBRA 1 (College Prep A) GEOMETRY (College Prep A) ALGEBRA 2 (College Prep A) ALGEBRA 2 (College Prep B) Concurrent enrollment in MATHEMATICS LAB may be required for the above sequence. Also, these courses are not approved core courses by the NCAA Clearinghouse. ALGEBRA 1 (College Prep B) GEOMETRY (College Prep B) ALGEBRA 2 (College Prep B) FINITE MATH PROB & STAT GEOMETRY (College Prep B) ALGEBRA 2 (College Prep B) GEOMETRY H ALGEBRA 2 H TRIGONOMETRY PRECALCULUS AP CALC AB PRECALCULUS H AP CALC BC 31 Mathematics Department SJ3000 … Mathematics Lab 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grades 9 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma May be taken multiple times for up to 8 credits. This is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. This course provides students with individualized instruction designed to support success in completing mathematics coursework aligned with Indiana’s Academic Standards for Mathematics. It is recommended that this course be taken in conjunction with a Core 40 mathematics course. SJ3101-­‐02 … Algebra 1 (College Prep A) SJ3111-­‐12 … Algebra 1 (College Prep B) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grade 9 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma The College Prep A course is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. This course formalizes and extends the mathematics students learned in the middle grades. Five critical areas comprise Algebra I: Relations and Functions; Linear Equations and Inequalities; Quadratic and Nonlinear Equations; Systems of Equations and Inequalities; and Polynomial Expressions. The critical areas deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend, and students engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. The College Prep A course covers the same material as the College Prep B course, but at a slower pace with smaller class size for more individual assistance. There is not as much depth or emphasis placed on problem solving. Concurrent enrollment in MATHEMATICS LAB is required. SJ3201-­‐02 … Geometry (College Prep A) SJ3211-­‐12 … Geometry (College Prep B) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grade 9 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma College Prep A course is not an approved core course by the NCAA Clearinghouse Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Six critical areas comprise the Geometry course: Congruency and Similarity; Measurement; Analytic Geometry; Circles; and Polyhedra. Close attention should be paid to the introductory content for the Geometry conceptual category found in the high school INCC The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. The College Prep A course covers the same material as the College Prep B course, but at a slower pace with smaller class size for more individual assistance. It is designed to place more emphasis on experimentation and application. Some review of basic algebra needed to do certain types of geometric problems is included. Concurrent enrollment in MATHEMATICS LAB may be required. SJ3221-­‐22 … Geometry H 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grades 9 -­‐ 10 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Departmental approval The normal study of Euclidean geometry is completed at an accelerated pace with primary emphasis on logic, proof exemplified by a style of writing indicative of both inductive and deductive thought processes, and problem solving. Extension of geometric concepts to the third dimension is expected. Numerous projects are completed during the year, and, during the second semester, trigonometry is introduced, as well as some ALGEBRA 1 topics are revisited. Students will be expected to participate regularly in local and national contests. The course is intended for the highly interested and motivated as well as mathematically talented student. It is also expected that students have a full year of eighth grade algebra before being considered 32 for this course. Students without a full year who have a strong mathematical ability may opt to take the Mathematics Department Placement Exam to determine eligibility. SJ3301-­‐02 … Algebra 2 (College Prep A) SJ3311-­‐12 … Algebra 2 (College Prep B) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grades 10 -­‐ 11 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma The College Prep A course is not an approved core course by NCAA Clearinghouse. Prerequisite: Geometry or Algebra 2A This course builds on work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and allows for students to extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions. Students work closely with the expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. The College Prep A course covers the same material as the College Prep B course, but at a slower pace with smaller class size for more individual assistance. It is intended to develop further the basic algebraic skills of ALGEBRA 1. There is not as much depth or emphasis placed on problem solving. Concurrent enrollment in MATHEMATICS LAB may be required. SJ3221-­‐22 … Algebra 2 H * 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the mathematics section. Grades 10 -­‐ 11 This course is a rigorous approach to the study of second-­‐year algebra with a strong emphasis on theory and concepts. In addition to the basic topics of algebra and trigonometry as outlined in ALGEBRA 2, this course covers topics such as linear programming and advanced functions and also goes more into depth with all topics, especially trigonometry. Students are expected to do a considerable amount of independent work and experimentation. SJ3350 … Finite Mathematics 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Algebra 2B or Grade of B or higher in Algebra 2A Grades 11 -­‐ 12 This course is an umbrella of mathematical topics. It is a course designed for students who will undertake higher-­‐level mathematics in college that may not include calculus. Topics include: (1) counting techniques, (2) matrices, (3) recursion, and other topics as time allows (e.g. graph theory, social choice, linear programming, and game theory. Technology such as computers and computer programs is encouraged. SJ3360 … Probability and Statistics 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Algebra 2B or Grade of B or higher in Algebra 2A Grades 11 -­‐ 12 This course includes the concepts and skills needed to apply statistical techniques in the decision-­‐making process. Topics include: (1) descriptive statistics, (2) probability, and (3) statistical inference. Practical examples based on real experimental data are used throughout. Students plan and conduct experiments or surveys and analyze the result data. The use of graphing calculators and computer programs is encouraged. 33 SJ3400 … Trigonometry 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 11 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Algebra 2B; Grade of B-­‐ or lower will require a waiver. This course provides students with the skills and understandings that are necessary for advanced manipulation of angles and measurement. Trigonometry provides the foundation for common periodic functions that are encountered in many disciplines, including music, engineering, medicine, and finance (and nearly all other STEM disciplines). Students will also advance their understanding of imaginary number through an investigation of complex numbers and polar coordinates. A strong understanding of complex and imaginary numbers is a necessity for fields such as engineering and computer programming. SJ3410 … Pre-­‐calculus 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 Prerequisite: Trigonometry College Prep grading scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 11 -­‐ 12 This course blends the concepts and skills that must be mastered before enrollment in a college-­‐level calculus course. The course includes the study of (1) relations and functions, (2) exponential and logarithmic functions, (3) sequences and series, and (4) data analysis. SJ3421-­‐22 … Pre-­‐calculus/Trigonometry H * 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the Mathematics section. Grades 10 -­‐ 12 Pre-­‐Calculus/Trigonometry is a two-­‐credit course that combines the material from Trigonometry and PreCalculus into one course. The foundations of algebra and functions developed in previous courses will be extended to new functions, including exponential and logarithmic functions, and to higher-­‐level sequences and series. The course provides students with the skills and understandings that are necessary for advanced manipulation of angles and measurement. Students will also advance their understanding of imaginary numbers through an investigation of complex numbers and polar coordinates. The course is designed for students who expect math to be a major component of their future college and career experiences, and as such it is designed to provide students with strong foundations for calculus and other higher-­‐level math courses. SJ3521-­‐22 … Calculus AB, Advanced Placement* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the Mathematics section. Note: Students enrolled in this class are expected to take the AP exam. Grades 11 -­‐ 12 Calculus AB, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. Calculus AB is primarily concerned with developing the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi-­‐representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations also are important. Topics include: (1) functions, graphs, and limits; (2) derivatives; and (3) integrals. Technology should be used regularly by students and teachers to reinforce the relationships among the multiple representations of functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/ap-­‐calculus-­‐course-­‐description.pdf 34 SJ3621-­‐22 … Calculus BC, Advanced Placement* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grades 11 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Please see note at the end of the Mathematics section.Note: Students enrolled in this class are expected to take the AP exam. Calculus BC, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. Calculus BC is primarily concerned with developing the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi-­‐representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations also are important. Topics include: (1) functions, graphs, and limits; (2) derivatives; (3) integrals; and (4) polynomial approximations and series. Technology should be used regularly by students and teachers to reinforce the relationships among the multiple representations of functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/ap-­‐calculus-­‐course-­‐description.pdf. SJ3650 … Advanced Mathematics, Special Topics: Calculus III H* 1 semester 1 credit Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite Please see note at the end of the Mathematics section. Grade 12 This independent study course is patterned after M311: CALCULUS III, taught at Indiana University South Bend. Topics include: solid analytic geometry, functions of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, vector fields, line and surface integrals, and Stokes' and Green's Theorems. SJ3661-­‐62… Statistics, Advanced Placement* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Calculus AB or Probability and Statistics OR Corequisite: Calculus BC Note: Students enrolled in this class are expected to take the AP exam. Statistics, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics include: (1) exploring data: describing patterns and departures from patterns (2) sampling and experimentation: planning and conducting a study, (3) anticipating patterns: exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation, and (4) statistical inference: estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. The use of graphing calculators and computer software is required. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/ap-­‐statistics-­‐course-­‐description.pdf SJ3670 … Computer Programming II 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Geometry; Grade of B-­‐ or lower will require a waiver. This is not an approved core course by the NCAA Clearinghouse. SJ3680 … Computer Programming III 1 semester 1 credit College Prep grading scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Computer Programming 2 or departmental approval; Grade of B-­‐ or lower will require a waiver. This is not an approved core course by the NCAA Clearinghouse. Computer Programming explores and builds skills in Java. The development of Java programming skills will provide a basic understanding of the fundamental concepts with an emphasis on logical program design using a modular approach which involves task oriented program functions. Java allows the design of an Internet user interface. The application is build by selecting forms and controls, assigning properties and writing code. 35 SJ3690 … Computer Science A, Advanced Placement* 1 semester 1 credit Honors grading scale Grades 11 -­‐ 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Computer Programming 3 and departmental approval; Grade of B-­‐ or lower will require a waiver. Note: Students enrolled in this class are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. This is not an approved core course by the NCAA Clearinghouse. Computer Science A, Advanced Placement is a business mathematics course that provides students with the content established by the College Board. The course emphasizes object-­‐oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development, and also includes the study of data structures, design, and abstraction. The course provides students an alternative to taking pre-­‐calculus or calculus to fulfill the four-­‐year math requirement for graduation. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/ap-­‐computer-­‐science-­‐course-­‐description.pdf. SJ3900 … Advanced Mathematics, College Credit* 1 semester 1 credit Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite Departmental approval Grade 12 Advanced Mathematics, College Credit is a title covering (1) any advanced mathematics course offered for credit by an accredited postsecondary institution through an adjunct agreement with a secondary school. * Students interested in enrolling in an honors level class must meet the following criteria: If the preceding class was honors level, a grade of B+ or higher is required; a grade of B or B-­‐ will require a department waiver; a grade of C+ or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. If the preceding class was college preparatory level, a grade of B+ or higher will require a departmental waiver; a grade of B or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. •
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36 Science Department Scientific literacy is no longer reserved for a small group of students with special interests in the sciences. Today it is necessary that everyone understand scientific information and the methods used to obtain it in making everyday choices, in engaging in public discourse about important societal issues, and in order to succeed in the workplace. In concert with the national Science Education Standards and the Indiana State Science Standards, it is the goal of our science curriculum to develop the knowledge and understanding, skills, and critical thinking which are the foundations of scientific literacy for all students. # Course Title Level Semesters SJ4001 SJ4002 SJ4111-­‐12 SJ4121-­‐22 SJ4201-­‐02 SJ4231-­‐32 SJ4241-­‐42 SJ4321-­‐22 SJ4341-­‐42 SJ4351-­‐52 SJ4361-­‐62 SJ4371-­‐72 SJ4471-­‐72 SJ4381-­‐82 SJ4391-­‐92 SJ4461-­‐62 SJ4491-­‐92 Physical Science (L) Life Science (L) Biology I (L) Biology I Honors (L) Integrated Chemistry-­‐Physics Chemistry I (L) Chemistry I Honors (L) Biology, Advanced Placement (L) Chemistry, Advanced Placement (L) Physics I (L) Physics I Honors (L) Anatomy and Physiology (L) Anatomy and Physiology Honors (L) Earth and Space Science II (L) Environmental Science (L) Physics C, Advanced Placement(L) Environmental Science, Advanced Placement (L) College Prep College Prep College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep Honors AP AP College Prep Honors College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep AP AP 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 1 College Prep 9 1 College Prep 9 2 College Prep 10 2 Honors 10 2 College Prep 10-­‐11 2 College Prep 10-­‐11 2 Honors 10-­‐11 2 Honors 11-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 11-­‐12 Arrows indicate normal sequence of classes. Other movement is possible, but must have approval of the current teacher, department chair, and guidance counselor. Typical Course Sequences Physical Science Life Science Biology I Integrated Chemistry/Physics Physics I or Chemistry I or Earth & Space or Environmental Science Anatomy/Physiology with waiver Biology I with waiver Physics I or Earth & Space or Environmental Science or Anatomy/Physiology Chemistry I with waiver with waiver Biology I H Physics I H or Anatomy/ Physiology H Or AP (except Physics) Chemistry I H 37 AP Physics requires Physics IH or Physics I with a waiver SJ4001 … Physical Science (L) SJ4002 … Life Science (L) 1 semester 1 credit College Prep Grading Scale Grade 9 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma These courses are taken together as a full year course. These courses count as general electives for the Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma. Physical Science is an introductory biology course. Students develop problem-­‐solving skills and strategies while performing laboratory and field investigations of fundamental biological concepts and principles. Students explore the functions and processes of cells within all living organisms, the sources and patterns of genetic inheritance and variation leading to biodiversity, and the relationships of living organisms to each other and to the environment as a whole. Life Science is an introductory biology course. Students develop problem-­‐solving skills and strategies while performing laboratory and field investigations of fundamental biological concepts and principles. Students explore the functions and processes of cells within all living organisms, the sources and patterns of genetic inheritance and variation leading to biodiversity, and the relationships of living organisms to each other and to the environment as a whole. SJ4111-­‐12 … Biology I (L) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Physical and Life Science or departmental approval Grade 10 This is a course based on the following core topics: cellular chemistry, structure and reproduction; matter cycles and energy transfer: interdependence of organisms: molecular basis of heredity; genetics and evolution. Instruction focuses on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures. SJ4121-­‐22 … Biology I H (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 10 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Departmental approval; * Please see note at the end of Science section. The objectives of this course are comparable to those of Biology I, but the material is covered in a different sequence and greater depth with emphasis on independent study and student initiative. Students are expected to have a high interest in science, especially biology, to read well with high comprehension, to be self-­‐motivated and capable of pursuing independent learning. Mature study skills are necessary. SJ4321-­‐22 … Biology, Advanced Placement (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry 1; departmental approval; * Please see note at the end of Science section. Note: This course requires additional class time, and students enrolled in this class are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Biology, Advanced Placement is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The major themes of the course include: The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life, Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis, Living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information essential to life processes, Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html 38 SJ4201-­‐02 … Integrated Chemistry -­‐ Physics (L) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology I Grade 10-­‐11 This is a course focused on the following core topics: motion and energy of macroscopic objects; chemical, electrical, mechanical and nuclear energy; properties of matter; transport of energy; magnetism; energy production and its relationship to the environment and economy. Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures. SJ4231-­‐32 … Chemistry I (L) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grade 10-­‐11 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology I; passing score on Biology ECA or department waiver This course is based on the following core topics: properties and states of matter; atomic structure; bonding; chemical reactions: solution chemistry; behavior of gases, and organic chemistry. Students will compare, contrast, and synthesize useful models of the structure and properties of matter and the mechanisms of its interactions. Instruction will focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures. SJ4241-­‐42 … Chemistry I H (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; *Please see note at the end of Science section. Grade 10-­‐11 This course presents a comprehensive introduction to chemistry with emphasis on periodic relationships and stoichiometry. Laboratory experiments provide a means for developing techniques of problem solving and scientific analysis. Quarter projects of an independent nature involving both written and experimental research are required. SJ4341-­‐42 … Chemistry, Advanced Placement (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry I; *Please see note at the end of science section. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Chemistry, Advanced Placement is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The content includes: (1) structure of matter: atomic theory and structure, chemical bonding, molecular models, nuclear chemistry; (2) states of matter: gases, liquids and solids, solutions; and (3) reactions: reaction types, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics and thermodynamics. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ4351-­‐52 … Physics I (L) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep grading scale Grade 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Biology 1; Chemistry 1; Past or concurrent enrollment in Trigonometry or departmental approval This course focuses on the following core topics: motion and forces; energy and momentum; temperature and thermal energy transfer; electricity and magnetism; vibrations and waves; light and optics. Instruction will focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures. 39 SJ4361-­‐62 … Physics I H (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Biology 1; Chemistry 1; Past or concurrent enrollment in Precalculus and departmental approval;* Please see note at the end of science section. This course is comparable to Physics I, but the material is covered in greater depth with emphasis on independent study and student initiative. Students are expected to have a high interest in science, especially physics, to have high mathematics skills, to read well with high comprehension, to be self-­‐motivated and capable of pursuing independent learning. Mature study skills are necessary. SJ4461-­‐62 … Physics C, Advanced Placement (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry 1; Physics I; concurrent enrollment in Calculus; Departmental approval; *Please see note at the end of Science section. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Physics C, Advanced Placement is a course based on the content established by the College Board. There are two AP Physics C courses, Physics C: Mechanics, and Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism. AP Physics C: Mechanics provides instruction in each of the following six content areas: kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism provides instruction in each of the following five content areas: electrostatics; conductors, capacitors, and dielectrics; electric circuits; magnetic fields; and electromagnetism. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ4371-­‐72 … Anatomy & Physiology (L) 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep grading Grade 11-­‐12 scale Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry 1 This is a course in which students investigate and apply concepts associated with human anatomy and physiology. Concepts covered include the process of homeostasis and the essentials of human function at the level of genes, cells, tissues, and organ Students will understand the structure, organization, and function of the various components of the healthy human systems. body in order to apply this knowledge in all health-­‐related fields. SJ4471-­‐72 … Anatomy & Physiology H (L)* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grade 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1B; Chemistry 1 H or departmental approval Please see note at the end of science section. This is an advanced course in which students investigate and apply concepts associated with human anatomy and physiology. Concepts include the processes of homeostasis and hemostasis, human genetics, and the structural and functional break down of the human body’s systems at the cellular levels. In this course, students will learn through a variety of sources, fetal pig dissection, research papers, and research presentations. Peripheral contacts are expected, and students will be expected to establish a regular working routine with health care workers in the community. Considerable time will be devoted to the discussion of ethical, legal, and social implications of advancement in medical technology and disease research. Students must have an understanding of the human body’s systems, be highly motivated and interested in all components of the human body and be devoted to time outside of class for preparation and advanced learning. This course is designed for students interested in pursuing medical and health care degrees in college. 40 SJ4381-­‐82 … Earth & Space Science 2 (L) 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep grading scale sscale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 11-­‐12 Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry 1 or ICP This course is an extended laboratory, field, and literature investigations-­‐based course whereby students apply concepts from other scientific disciplines in synthesizing theoretical models of Earth and its interactions with the macrocosm. Students enrolled in this course examine various Earth and space science phenomena, such as structure, composition, and interconnected systems of Earth and the various processes that shape it, as well as Earth’s lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and celestial environment. Students analyze and apply the unifying themes of Earth and space science as part of scientific inquiry aimed at investigating Earth and space science problems related to personal needs and community issues. SJ4391-­‐92 … Environmental Science (L) 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep grading Grade 11-­‐12 scale Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1; Chemistry 1 This course is an interdisciplinary course that integrates biology, Earth science, chemistry, and other disciplines. Students will conduct in-­‐depth scientific studies of ecosystems, population dynamics resource management, and environmental consequences of natural and anthropogenic processes. Students will formulate, design, and carry out laboratory and field investigations as an essential course component. Students completing Environmental Science acquire the essential tools for understanding the complexities of national and global environmental systems. SJ4491-­‐92 … Environmental Science, Advanced Placement (L)* 2 semesters Core 40 2 credits Honors grading scale Grade 11 -­‐12 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: Biology 1, Chemistry 1; * Please see note at the end of Science section. This course is based on content established by the College Board. Students enrolled in AP Environmental Science investigate the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-­‐made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.htm * Students interested in enrolling in an honors level class must meet the following criteria: •
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If the preceding class was honors level, a grade of B+ or higher is required; a grade of B or B-­‐ will require a department waiver; a grade of C+ or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. If the preceding class was college preparatory level, a grade of B+ or higher will require a departmental waiver; a grade of B or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. 41 Social Studies Department The goal of Social Studies education is the development of informed, responsible citizens who participate effectively in our democracy. Social Studies courses also teach critical thinking about social issues, promote Christian values, model respect for others, and promote responsible and informed citizenship. The courses continue to build upon skills and knowledge acquired at earlier stages of the education process, especially developing skills in listening, reading, speaking, researching, analyzing, and writing. # Course Title Level Semesters SJ5111-­‐12 SJ5121-­‐22 SJ5211-­‐12 SJ5250 SJ5311-­‐12 SJ5321-­‐22 SJ5350 SJ5360 SJ5370 SJ5380 SJ5410 SJ5420 SJ5440 World History World History Honors Geography / World History Sociology U.S. History U.S. History, Advanced Placement Economics Macroeconomics, Advanced Placement Microeconomics, Advanced Placement Psychology U.S. Government U.S. Government and Politics, Advanced Placement International Relations College Prep Honors College Prep College Prep College Prep AP College Prep AP AP College Prep College Prep AP College Prep 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 2 College Prep 9-­‐10 2 Honors 9-­‐10 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 1 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 11 2 Honors 11 1 College Prep 12 1 Honors 11-­‐12 1 Honors 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 11-­‐12 1 College Prep 12 1 Honors 12 1 College Prep 12 6 credits are required for graduation. Arrows indicate normal sequence of classes. Other movement is possible, but must have approval of the current teacher, department chair, and guidance counselor. Elective courses are taken concurrently with required courses at the indicated levels. Typical Required Course Sequences WORLD HISTORY (Grade 9 or 10) U.S. HISTORY WORLD HISTORY H (Grade 9 or 10) AP U.S. HISTORY U.S. GOVERNMENT ECONOMICS AP U.S. GOVERNMENT AP MACROECONOMICS Elective Courses GEOGRAPHY/WORLD HISTORY SOCIOLOGY (Grade 10) GEOGRAPHY/WORLD HISTORY SOCIOLOGY ECONOMICS AP MACROECONOMICS AP MICROECONOMICS PSYCHOLOGY 42 GEOGRAPHY/WORLD HISTORY SOCIOLOGY ECONOMICS AP MACROECONOMICS AP MICROECONOMICS PSYCHOLOGY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SJ5111-­‐12 … World History 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐10 This course emphasizes events and developments in the past that greatly affected large numbers of people across broad areas and that significantly influenced peoples and places in subsequent eras. Key events related to people and places as well as trans-­‐cultural interaction and exchanges are examined in this course. Students are expected to compare and contrast events and developments involving diverse peoples and civilizations in different regions of the world. They will examine examples of continuity and change, universality and particularity, and unity and diversity among various peoples and cultures from the past to the present. Students are also expected to practice skills and process of historical thinking and research and apply content knowledge to the practice of thinking and inquiry skills and processes. There will be continuous and pervasive interactions of processes and content, skills and substance, in the teaching and learning of history. SJ5121-­‐22 … World History H 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 Prerequisite: Departmental approval Honors Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐10 This course is a survey of the history of mankind. Emphasis is placed on the development of reading and research skills necessary for the study of history and on developing an understanding of historical concepts. There is much reading, writing and discussion of historical interpretation. Students will examine early civilizations such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley and China. They will study the contributions of ancient Greece and Rome; examine the regional civilizations of medieval Europe, the culture of the Byzantine Empire and the development of the Islamic world. The Renaissance, the scientific and industrial revolutions and global imperialism will be analyzed. Students enrolling in this course should have good study and communication skills. SJ5211-­‐12 … Geography and History of the World 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Grades 10-­‐12 This course is designed to enable students to use geographical skills and historical concepts to deepen their understanding of major global themes including the origin and spread of world religions; exploration; conquest and imperialism; urbanization; and innovations and revolutions. Geographical and historical skills include forming research questions, acquiring information by investigating a variety of primary and secondary sources, organizing information by creating graphic representations, analyzing information to determine and explain patterns and trends, and presenting and documenting findings orally and/or in writing. The historical geography concepts used to explore the global themes include change over time, origin, diffusion, physical systems, cultural landscapes, and spatial distribution and interaction. Using these skills, concepts and the processes associated with them, students are able to analyze, evaluate, and make predictions about major global developments. This course is designed to nurture perceptive, responsible citizenship, encourage and support the development of critical thinking skills and lifelong learning, and to help prepare Indiana students for the 21st Century. SJ5250 … Sociology 1 semester Core 40 1 credit College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 10-­‐12 This course allows students to study human social behavior from a group perspective. The sociological perspective is a method of studying recurring patterns in people’s attitudes and actions and how these patterns vary across time, cultures, and in social settings and groups. Students will describe the development of sociology as a social science and identify methods of research. Through research methods such as scientific inquiry students will examine society, group behavior, and social structures. The influence of culture on group behavior is addressed through institutions such as the family, religion, education, economics, community organizations, government, and political and social groups. The impact of social groups and institutions on group and individual behavior and the changing nature of society will be examined. Influences on group behavior and social problems are included in the course. Students will also analyze the role of individuals in the community and social problems in today’s world. 43 SJ5311-­‐12 … U.S. History 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 11 This course builds upon concepts developed in previous studies of U.S. History. Students are expected to identify and review significant events, persons, and movements in the early development of the nation. The course then gives major emphasis to the interaction of key events, people, and political, economic, social, and cultural influences in national developments from the late nineteenth century through the present. Students are expected to trace and analyze chronological periods and examine the significant themes and concepts in U.S. History. They will develop historical thinking and research skills and use primary and secondary sources to explore topical issues and to understand the cause for changes in the nation over time. SJ5321-­‐22 … U.S. History, Advanced Placement* 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grading Scale Grade 11 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: World History; * Please see note at the end of Social Studies section. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. United States History, Advanced Placement is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The course has a chronological frame from 1492 to the present and focuses on multiple causation and change in United States history over time. A variety of historical themes are examined in order to place the history of the United States into larger analytical contexts. Students are expected to analyze and interpret primary sources and develop awareness of multiple interpretations of historical issues in secondary sources. Historical events and issues in U.S. history are to be examined from multiple perspectives. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ5350 … Economics 1 semester Core 40 1 credit College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 12 This course examines the allocation of resources and their uses for satisfying human needs and wants. The course analyzes economic reasoning used by consumers, producers, savers, investors, workers, voters, and government in making decisions. Key elements of the course include study of scarcity and economic reasoning, supply and demand, market structures, role of government, national income determination, and the role of financial institutions, economic stabilization, and trade. Students will explain that because resources are limited, people must make choices and understand the role that supply, demand, prices, and profits play in a market economy. The functions of government in a market economy and market structures will be examined. Students will understand economic performance, money, stabilization policies, and trade of the United States. The behavior of people, societies and institutions and economic thinking is integral to this course. SJ5360 … Macroeconomics, Advanced Placement* 1 semester 1 credit Honors Grading Scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Pre/Corequisite: Pre-­‐Calculus Honors or PreCalculus/Trig; *Please see note at the end of Social Studies section; Students in grade 10 must have permission of the instructor. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Macroeconomics, Advanced Placement is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-­‐level determinations, and also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Topics include: (1) Basic economic concepts, (2) measurement of economic performance, (3) national income and price determination, (4) economic growth, and (5) international finance, exchange rates, and balance of payments. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html 44 SJ5370 … Microeconomics, Advanced Placement* 1 semester 1 credit Honors Grading Scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisites: AP Macroeconomics; Pre/Corequisite: Pre-­‐Calculus Honors or PreCalculus/Trig; * Please see note at the end of Social Studies section. Students in grade 10 must have permission of the instructor. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Microeconomics, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. The course gives students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the economics system. Topics include: (1) basic economic concepts, (2) the nature and functions of product markets, (3) factor markets, and (4) market failure and the role of government. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ5380 … Psychology 1 semester Core 40 1 credit College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 11-­‐12 This course is the scientific study of mental processes and behavior. The standards have divided the course into six content areas. Scientific Methods explore research methods and ethical consideration. Developmental psychology takes a life span approach to physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social, and moral development. Cognitive aspects of the course focus on learning, memory, information processing, and language. Personality, Assessment, and Mental Health topics include psychological disorders, treatment, personality, and assessment. Socio-­‐cultural dimensions of behavior deal with topics such as conformity, obedience, perceptions, attitudes, and influence of the group on the individual. The Biological Basis focuses on the way the brain and nervous system function, including sensation, perception, motivation, and emotion. SJ5410 … U.S. Government 1 semester 1 credit Core 40 College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grade 12 This course provides a framework for understanding the purposes, principles, and practices of constitutional representative democracy in the United States. Responsible and effective participation of citizens is stressed. Students will understand the nature of citizenship, politics, and governments and understand the rights and responsibilities of citizens and how these are part of local, state, and national government. Students will examine how the United States Constitution protects rights and provides the structure and functions of various levels of government. How the United States interacts with other nations and the government’s role in world affairs will be examined. Using primary and secondary resources, students will articulate, evaluate, and defend positions on political issues. As a result, they will be able to explain the role of individuals and groups in government, politics, and civic activities and the need for civic and political engagement of citizens in the United States. SJ5420 … U.S. Government and Politics, Advanced Placement* 1 semester 1 credit Honors Grading Scale Grade 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: U.S. History: * Please see note at the end of Social Studies section.. Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding exam. Government and Politics, Advanced Placement is a course that provides students with the content established by the College Board. Topics include: (1) the sources of public authority and political power, (2) the relationship between state and society, (3) the relationship between citizens and states, (4) political institutions and framework, (5) political change, and (the comparative method). A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html 45 SJ5440 … International Relations 1 semester 1 credit College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in US HIstory Grade 12 This course provides a survey of the formal relations among sovereign states in the international system, emphasizing the operation of diplomacy. The procedures for settlement of disputes and various methods of international conflict resolution are included. This course examines power, interdependence, global development, and international organizations * Students interested in enrolling in an honors level class must meet the following criteria: •
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If the preceding class was honors level, a grade of B+ or higher is required; a grade of B or B-­‐ will require a department waiver; a grade of C+ or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. If the preceding class was college preparatory level, a grade of B+ or higher will require a departmental waiver; a grade of B or lower will require an appeal to the department chair. 46 World Languages Department The major objectives of learning a world language are to communicate one's ideas in another language and to appreciate and gain insight into the culture of heritage speakers. Therefore, the classroom must become a "cultural island" with the target language being used from the first level as soon as possible. The student, too, is expected to use the target language, and this includes ordinary conversation from the moment the student enters the classroom. A student is encouraged to study the language selected for four years. In order to progress to the next level of a language, the student must have at least a "C" average in the prior level or have the recommendation of the language teacher and department. A student transferring into the school must have a "C" average or its equivalent. Although the Saint Joseph World Language requirement may be met by completing four years of the same language, this does not fulfill the same requirement for the Indiana Academic Honors Diploma. Courses marked “Accelerated” (ACC) are designed for students already familiar with a foreign language, either through study at the middle and/or high school level or as Heritage speakers. It is an accelerated and intensive study of the language and culture that draws heavily on skills already established from studying or speaking a language other than English. These students are capable of moving at a faster pace and doing more advanced activities than students who have never studied a language. # Course Title SJ9111-­‐12 SJ9121-­‐22 SJ9131-­‐32 SJ9141-­‐42 SJ9151-­‐52 SJ9171-­‐72 SJ9181-­‐82 SJ9211-­‐12 SJ9221-­‐22 SJ9231-­‐32 SJ9241-­‐42 SJ9251-­‐52 SJ9271-­‐72 SJ9281-­‐82 SJ9311-­‐12 SJ9331-­‐32 SJ9351-­‐52 SJ9371-­‐72 SJ9381-­‐82 SJ9411-­‐12 SJ9431-­‐32 SJ9471-­‐72 SJ9511-­‐12 SJ9531-­‐32 SJ9611-­‐12 SJ9651-­‐52 SJ9671-­‐72 SJ9291-­‐92 SJ9391-­‐92 French I French I (ACC) German I German I (ACC) Latin I Spanish I Spanish I (ACC) French II French II (ACC) German II German II (ACC) Latin II Spanish II Spanish II (ACC) French III German III Latin III Spanish III Spanish III (ACC) French IV Honors German IV Honors Spanish IV Honors French V Honors German V Honors French Language and Culture, Advanced Placement Latin, Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture, Advanced Placement Language for Heritage Speakers II (Spanish) Language for Heritage Speakers III (Spanish) 47 Level Semesters College Prep Accelerated College Prep Accelerated College Prep College Prep Accelerated College Prep Accelerated College Prep Accelerated College Prep College Prep Accelerated College Prep College Prep College Prep College Prep Accelerated Honors Honors Honors Honors Honors AP AP AP College Prep College Prep 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Grade Credits Grading Scale Level 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 10-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 College Prep 11-­‐12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 Honors 12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 2 College Prep 9-­‐12 SJ9111-­‐12 … French I SJ9121-­‐22 … French I (ACC) SJ9131-­‐32 … German I SJ9141-­‐42 … German I (ACC) SJ9171-­‐72 … Spanish I SJ9181-­‐82 … Spanish I (ACC) 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐11 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning language learning, and to various aspects of the culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of the culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-­‐appropriate non-­‐verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding the language and culture outside of the classroom. SJ9151-­‐52 … Latin I 2 semesters Core 40 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 9-­‐11 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning Latin language learning, and to various aspects of classical Roman culture. This course emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of classical Roman culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-­‐appropriate non-­‐verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom. SJ9211-­‐12 … French II SJ9221-­‐22 … French II (ACC) SJ9231-­‐32 … German II SJ9241-­‐42 … German II (ACC) SJ9271-­‐72 … Spanish II SJ9281-­‐82 … Spanish II (ACC) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Grades 10-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in level 1 language to move to level 2 (ACC) This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-­‐directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of the culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding the language and culture outside of the classroom. 48 SJ9251-­‐52 … Latin II 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in Latin I Grades 10-­‐12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Latin language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-­‐directed purposes. This course emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of classical Roman culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom. SJ9311-­‐12 … French III SJ9331-­‐32 … German III SJ9371-­‐72 … Spanish III SJ9381-­‐82 … Spanish III (ACC) 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Grades 11-­‐12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in level 2 language to move to level 3 (ACC) This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-­‐directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. This course also emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending detailed written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-­‐created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of the culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding the language and culture outside of the classroom. SJ9351-­‐52 … Latin III 2 semesters 2 credits College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in Latin II Grades 11-­‐12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Latin language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-­‐directed purposes. This course emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending details written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-­‐created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of classical Roman culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom. 49 SJ9411-­‐12 … French IV H SJ9431-­‐32 … German IV H SJ9471-­‐72 … Spanish IV H SJ9381-­‐82 … Spanish IV (ACC) 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in level 3 language Grades 12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of the culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native speakers. SJ9531-­‐32 … German V H 2 semesters 2 credits Core 40 Prerequisite: Departmental approval Honors Grading Scale Academic Honors Diploma Grades 12 This course, based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides opportunities for students to interact and exchange information in culturally and socially authentic and/or simulated situations to demonstrate integration of language skills with understanding of the culture. This course emphasizes the use of appropriate formats, varied vocabulary and complex language structures within student communication, both oral and written, as well as the opportunity to produce and present creative material using the language. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of the culture through investigating the origin and impact of significant events and contributions unique to the target culture, comparing and contrasting elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture and the student’s own culture, and explaining how the target language and culture have impacted other communities. This course further emphasizes the integration of concepts and skills from other content areas with the target language and cultural understanding, as well as the exploration of community resources intended for native speakers. SJ9611-­‐12 … French Language and Culture, Advanced Placement 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grading Scale Grades 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in French IV, French III (ACC), or departmental approval Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. French Language, Advanced Placement is based on content established by the College Board Emphasizing the use of the French language for active communication, the AP French Language course has as its objectives the development of Spoken Interpersonal Communication, Written Interpersonal Communication, Audio, Visual, and Audiovisual Interpretive Communication, Written and Print Interpretive Communication, Spoken Presentational Communication, Written Presentational Communication, . Course content might best reflect interests shared by the students and the teacher, e.g. the arts, current events, sports, etc. Students develop language skills that are useful in themselves and can be applied to various activities and disciplines rather than being limited to any specific body of subject matter. Extensive practice in the organization and writing of compositions should also be emphasized. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html 50 SJ9671-­‐72 … Spanish Language and Culture, Advanced Placement 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grading Scale Grades 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Minimum “B” grade in Spanish IV Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Spanish Language, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. Emphasizing the use of the Spanish language for active communication, the AP Spanish Language course has as its objective the development of advanced listening comprehension, reading without the use of a dictionary, expanded conversational skills, fluent and accurate written expression, and strong command of vocabulary and structure of the Spanish language. Course content might best reflect interests shared by the students and the teacher, e.g. the arts, current events, sports, etc. The AP Spanish Language course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in themselves and that can be applied to various activities and disciplines rather than being limited to any specific body of subject matter. Extensive practice in the organization and writing of compositions should also be emphasized. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ9651-­‐52 … Latin AP 2 semesters 2 credits Honors Grading Scale Grades 12 Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma Prerequisite: Latin III Note: Students enrolled in this course are expected to take the corresponding AP exam. Latin Advanced Placement is a course which follows the College Board course guidelines for AP Latin and prepares students to be successful on the AP Latin exam. The AP Latin: exam is designed to test the students’ ability to using Vergil and Caesar as a base. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html SJ9291-­‐92 … Language for Heritage Speakers II (Spanish) SJ9391-­‐92 … Language for Heritage Speakers III (Spanish) 2 semesters Core 40 2 credits College Prep grading Grades 9-­‐12 scale Academic Honors Diploma Language for Heritage Speakers builds upon the previous Language for Heritage Speakers course, and is a course designed for heritage speakers of world languages who have demonstrated some degree of oral proficiency. The purpose of this course is to enable Heritage Language Learners to increase proficiency and bi-­‐literacy in their native language by providing opportunities to improve reading and listening comprehension, as well as writing an grammar skills. Special attention will be given to grammar and vocabulary of the standard language, as well as to the importance of biculturalism and bilingualism in the united States today. Placement of students and development of the course curriculum is dependent upon the population of student enrolled in this course. 51 Special Offerings SJ0100 … Basic Skills Development 1 or 2 semesters 1 credit/semester College Prep Grading Scale Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma May be taken multiple times for up to 8 credits Note: This course is not approved core course by the NCAA Clearinghouse. Grades 9-­‐12 This is a multidisciplinary course which provides students continuing opportunities to develop the basic skills including: (1) reading, (2) writing, (3) listening, (4) speaking, (5) mathematical computation, (6) note taking, (7) study and organizational skills, and (8) problem-­‐
solving skills that are essential for high school course work achievement. Determination of the skills to be emphasized in this course is based on the Indiana State proficiencies, individual school corporation general curriculum plans, and student Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Skills selected for developmental work provide students with the ability to continue to learn in a range of different life situations. 52