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PRE-REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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Principal’s Message It is with great pleasure that we present this publication as a tool for both students and parents. CHOICES should be used to make informed decisions about the educational programs offered by Akins High School. You will notice that this paper is divided by Academy. Each Academy contains a Major (program of study) that will spark a student’s interest and lead is our wish that students are not only provided exciting learning opportunities but a rigorous program of study that will lead to postsecondary education. As students are selecting their courses for their high school education, we strongly recommend that parents are part of the decision-making process. Parents should encourage their children to enroll in challenging courses at the Pre-AP level, AP level, and in Dual Credit. Not only with these courses lead to a better prepared student, but they will also lead to college credit. We consider this publication as an illustration of the partnership that exists between the school and home. Please remember that school representatives including teachers, counselors, and principals are always willing and available to help students and parents make informed choices about what is best for a child’s education. Our goal is to insure that each of our students is prepared for success so that he or she can graduate from high school with a world-class education that will enable her dreams! Sincerely, Daniel Girard

YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE!

hether you are an incoming Freshman, a new student, or already an Akins’ Eagle, this informative guide will help you make the best CHOICES for an academic plan that best prepares you for post-secondary success! You can make the right CHOICES by selecting the academy and courses that not only interest you but also prepare you for the future, whether it involves college or the work force. The CHOICES you make in high school will greatly affect your future success. It is important that incoming Freshmen become familiar with all of the Academies so you can CHOOSE the electives that will give you a head start in the Academy you are planning to enter. At the beginning of your Freshman year, you will CHOOSE an Academy and declare a major (career pathway). You will be in the Academy of your CHOICE for four years, so selecting the one that is right for you and a major that fits your interests is a very important decision. Every student at Akins

CHOOSES a major and follows the career pathway by taking a predetermined course sequence. You will find the majors and course sequences within this guide, as well as detailed course descriptions for each Academy. It is important that you share this guide with your parents and talk to your counselor so you make the best CHOICES. Changing Academies and majors is frowned upon because it puts you behind in your course sequence; therefore, you need to use this guide, talk to your parents and counselor, and put serious thought into the CHOICES you make now. Students who complete their majors earn beautiful cords to wear at graduation, and many majors lead to certification in the career pathway you have CHOSEN. Often, upper-level courses within majors can earn you college credit. This gives you a head start on your future in both college and career. For all of these reasons and more, it is very important that you make the right CHOICES now!

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GETTING STARTED Table of Contents

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First Section

Planning Guide Insert

STEM Academy .......................................... 4 Green Tech Academy .................................. 6 AHA Academy ............................................ 8 ABL2E Academy ....................................... 10 Social Services Academy .......................... 12 New Tech Academy .................................. 14

Introduction/Questionnaire ......................... 2 Graduation Requirements ........................... 3 Freshmen Schedule Builder ........................ 4 Sophomore Schedule Builder ..................... 5 Junior Schedule Builder .............................. 6 Senior Schedule Builder ............................. 7 Your Plan for This Year ............................... 8

CHOOSING AN ACADEMY AND MAJOR mation about how this process works, refer to page 1 of the Planning Guide Insert.

LANGUAGE ELECTIVES Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn two credits of Foreign Language or a Substitute Language to graduate. The following Languages Other Than English are offered at Akins. t FRENCH I, II, III (pre-AP) and IV (AP) t SPANISH I, II, III (pre-AP) and IV (AP), V (AP)

SPORTS & FITNESS ELECTIVES Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 1 credit of Physical Education and ½ credit of Health Education to graduate. The following electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to: HEALTH EDUCATION (REQUIRED): This ½ credit course includes comprehensive instruction in consumer health; diseases; environmental health AEROBIC ACTIVITY:

INDIVIDUAL SPORTS: competency in badminton, golf, weight training, and table tennis. Like the other high school PE courses, Individual Sports I focuses on incorporatPERSONAL FITNESS: (1 Semester Course): Foundations of Personal Fitness represents a new approach to physical education and the concept of gram. TEAM SPORTS:

individual sports activities. ATHLETICS: The following courses are considered Physical Educaion Equivalent activities that may be used to to subsitute ½ unit of PE credit per semester. FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL, BOYS’ BASKETBALL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL, GIRLS’ SOCCER, BOYS’ SOCCER, BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, GOLF, TENNIS, TRACK, WRESTLING

OTHER ELECTIVES (NON-ACADEMY SPECIFIC) Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 6.5 credits of Electives to complete the Foundation + Endorsement +Distinguished Level of Achievement diploma. The following electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to: t t t t t t t

BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SPEECH (COMMONUCATION APPLICATIONS, PROFESIONAL COMMUNICATION) DEBATE AVID COLLEGE PREP JROTC GRAPHIC DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION (NEWSPAPER, YEARBOOK) — Priority given to New Tech students JOURNALISM — Priority given to New Tech students

FINE ARTS ELECTIVES Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 1 credit of Fine Arts electives to graduate. The following Fine Arts electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to: t t t t

AEROBIC DANCE (FOUNDATIONS, HIP HOP) ART (PANTING, DRAWING, PRINTMAKING, CERAMICS, ART HISTORY, AP STUDIO MUSIC (PIANO, GUITAR, ORCHESTRA, BAND, CHOIR) THEATRE (THEATRE, TECH, MUSIC THEATRE)

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STEM Academy ploration is fostered through real-world experiences for present and future leaders who have an interest in science, math, engineering, and technology while creating an environment in which relationships are valued.

STEM MAJORS Biomedical Engineering

MAJOR: AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Internship:

Concepts of Engineering and Technology: Concepts of Engineering and Technology proMAJOR: MECHANICAL & INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING ence, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Upon completing Concepts of Engineering and Technology: this course, students will have an understanding Concepts of Engineering and Technology proformed decisions regarding a coherent sequence ence, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Upon completing - this course, students will have an understanding uct or system. Students will use multiple software applications to prepare and present course formed decisions regarding a coherent sequence assignments/projects. Introduction to Engineering Design: Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards ally and in teams to design solutions to a variety

Principles of Engineering: that engage and challenge, students explore a mechanisms, the strength of structures and malearning strategies for design process documen-

are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and Computer Integrated Manufacturing: Manufactured items are part of everyday life, yet most tech, innovative nature of modern manufacturing. This course illuminates the opportunities automation. Students can earn a virtual manu-

- Manufacturing Badge system. uct or system. Students will use multiple software applications to prepare and present course Internship: assignments/projects. Introduction to Engineering Design: Students dig deep into the engineering design process, ap- MAJOR: CIVIL ENGINEERING & plying math, science, and engineering standards ARCHITECTURE ally and in teams to design solutions to a variety Concepts of Engineering and Technology: Concepts of Engineering and Technology proence, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Upon completing Principles of Engineering: this course, students will have an understanding that engage and challenge, students explore a formed decisions regarding a coherent sequence mechanisms, the strength of structures and mauct or system. Students will use multiple softlearning strategies for design process documen- ware applications to prepare and present course assignments/projects.

Digital Electronics: pliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such Digital Electronics: - Introduction to Engineering Design: Students pliances, digital circuits are all around us. This dig deep into the engineering design process, apexposed to circuit design tools used in industry, course provides a foundation for students who plying math, science, and engineering standards including logic gates, integrated circuits, and Aerospace Engineering: This course propels studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; learning in the fundamentals of atmo-

ics using industry-standard software. They also remotely operated vehicles. Prerequisites include instructor approval and two Technology Education courses in an approved sequence. This course provides students the opportunity to conduct research and development activities in one or more of the technology areas of communication, construction, computer application, energy and manufacturing. Students

Prerequisites include instructor approval and portunity to expand their research and development activities in one or more of the technology areas of communication, construction, computer application, energy, and manufacturing. Students conduct advanced research, collect data, -

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to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work. Principles of Engineering: Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation. Digital Electronics: From smart phones to appliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such as combinational and sequential logic and are exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices.

medical treatments that might have prolonged the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems. Human Body Systems: Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science. Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal ManikenÂŽ; use data acquisition software to moniand respiration; and take on the roles of biomedical professionals to solve real-world medical cases. Medical Interventions: (Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems.) Students

Civil Engineering and Architecture: Students learn important aspects of fection; screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; evaluate cancer building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and treatment options; and prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial Through real-world cases, students are exposed to a range of interventions projects and document their work using 3D architecture design software. related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Internship: (Instructor Approval Required) Biomedical Innovation: (Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science, Human Body Systems, and Medi-

MAjor: BIoMEDICAl EngInEErIng Principles of Biomedical Science: (Students may take concurrently with Biology.) In the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science program, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine facstudents examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore

sequence, students build on knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. Students address topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. They have opportunities to work on an independent design project with a mentor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.

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Green Tech Academy Green Tech Ac a d e my p rov i d e s a co m m u n i t y i n w h i c h career exploration is fostered th ro u g h re a l -wo r l d ex p e r i e n ce s fo r l e a r n e r s who have an interest in Ve ter inar y medi c i ne, H o r ti cu l tu re, Fl o ra l D e s i gn , E nv i ro n m e nt al S c i e n ce, b e ing steward s o f o u r n at u ra l e nv i ro n m e nt a n d m a k i n g our global communit y mo re susta i na b l e for f utu re g e n e rati o n s.

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Veterinary Technician Horticulture/Floral Design Environmental Science Park Ranger Cadet Energy and Natural Resource Technology MAJOR: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science including the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers. Small Animal Management: Prerequisite includes Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: This technical course is designed to develop knowledge pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health and management of domestic animals. Instruction is designed to courses necessary for animal production. Akinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on site Vet Clinic will allow for hands-on experiences in small animal management. Veterinary Medical Assistant: Prerequisite includes Small Animal Management. This course provides training in the unlicensed veterinary and restraint, health and safety, sanitation, surgical preparation, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infectious diseases, instrument and

tion, reinforcement of basic skills is provided to assist students in practicMAJOR: PLANT SCIENCE ing communication skills, utilizing listening skills to follow directions, practicing basic math skills as applied to a medical setting, and reading to Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course gain information and to perform assignments and tasks as directed. designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science inPracticum in Veterinary Medicine (2 periods/2 credits): Prerequisite cluding the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food includes Veterinary Medical Assistant. This course is a continuation of science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the Veterinary Medical Assistant coursework. Students will participate in careers. clinical rotations with local veterinary clinics. The course includes animal handling, health, and safety; sanitation and surgical preparation; anatomy Horticulture Science: This course is designed to develop an understandand physiology, medical terminology, and more. Students will be given ing of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production. the physical education graduation requirement if taken for 2 credits.

Principals of Floral Design: This course is designed to develop studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related

Advanced Plant and Soil Science: Prerequisite includes Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. This course prepares students standing of plan and soil science. This course can qualify as a fourth year Science credit.

MAJOR: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science including the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers. Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this course, students will explore the interdependency of the public and natural resource systems related to energy production. Students will also explore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices. Advanced Environment Technology: Prerequisite includes Energy and Natural Resources Management. This course examines the interrelatedness of environmental issues and production agriculture. Students evaluate sustainable resources and green technologies which will provide enviscience and technology to measure environmental impacts resulting from lated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

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Aquatic Science: In this course, students will study the interactions of biotic and abiotic components in aquatic environments, including impacts phasize fresh water or marine aspects of aquatic science depending primarily upon the natural resources available for study near the school. Advanced Plant and Soil Science: Prerequisite includes Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. This course prepares students standing of plan and soil science. This course can qualify as a fourth year Environmental Systems: The prerequisite includes one unit of high gested). In this course, students will study a variety of topics that include: biotic and abiotic factors in habitats, ecosystems and biomes, interrelationships among resources and an environmental system, sources and carrying capacity and changes in populations and ecosystems, and changes in environments. AP Environmental Science: Prerequisites include Algebra I, Biology, and Chemistry. Units of study include: interdependence of earth systems, environmental quality, human population dynamics, renewable and nonrenewable resources, global changes and their consequences, and the environment and society. This course prepares students for the Advanced lege credit.

MAJOR: PARK RANGER Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science including the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers.

MAJOR: ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNOLOGY Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science including the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers.

Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this plore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly plore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices. practices. Advanced Environment Technology: Prerequisite includes Energy and rops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. ate sustainable resources and green technologies which will provide enviWildlife Fisheries and Ecology Management:

AP Environmental Science: Prerequisites include Algebra I, Biology, and Chemistry. Units of study include: interdependence of earth systems, environmental quality, human population dynamics, renewable and nonrenewable resources, global changes and their consequences, and the environment and society. This course prepares students for the Advanced lege credit.

science and technology to measure environmental impacts resulting from lated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses. AP Environmental Science: Prerequisites include Algebra I, Biology, and Chemistry. Units of study include: interdependence of earth systems, environmental quality, human population dynamics, renewable and nonrenewable resources, global changes and their consequences, and the environment and society. This course prepares students for the Advanced lege credit.

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Two to Three Credits): Prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Two to in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. The practicum Three Credits): Prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. The practicum in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. Recommended. in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. Recommended. Internship: (Instructor Approval Required)

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Arts and Humanities Academy The Arts and Humanities Academy, AHA, gives students a Home away from home where they can join peers who share their interests and unique talents. AHA students are given opportunities to investigate careers in art, media literacy, persuasion, theatre, dance, orchestra, band, music, film, and costume design. Community partnerships provide real world resources and experiences in all majors and prepare students for college and careers.

AHA MAJORS Art: Printmaking, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, and Jewelry Humanities: Debate and Film Performing Arts: Dance, Theater, Technical Theater, Musical Theater, Choir, Orchestra, Piano, Guitar and Band MAJOR: ART Art 1: This course lays the basic foundation for learning art processes,

works through a variety of means, which could include painting, print making, mixed media, etc. may be used. Work will be divided into three sections of the portfolio including quality, concentration, and breadth.

procedures, theories. History, and art judgment. The approach is experi- Drawing IV: Prerequisite: Drawing III ics, sculpture, jewelry, photography) but structured to provide students a Jewelry IV: Prerequisite Jewelry III strong foundation in design, drawing, and vocabulary. Drawing II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students explore design elements and principles through composition, abstraction, and expression. They also study contour gesture, and other techniques, with emphasis on representation of volume. They explore use of papers, cardboards, and fabric in combination with charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, brushes, felt tips, and mixed media. OR Painting II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use principles and elements of design with emphasis on positive-negative space. They experiment with mono-prints, multiple prints, reduction printings, and materials, such as linoleum, cardboard, found objects, wood, and electronics. They also study various processes such as relief, planographic, intaglio, stencil, photographic, and paper making. OR Jewelry II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use natural and humanmade materials such as metals, wood, clay, papier-mâché, and Plexiglas in casting, and carving, separately and in combination. They explore positive/negative space, personal adornment, function, experimental shapes, and individual techniques. OR Printmaking II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use principles and elements of design with emphasis on positive/negative space. They experiment with mono prints, multiple prints, reduction printings and materials such as linoleum, cardboard, found objects, wood, and electronics. They also study various processes such as relief, planographic, intaglio, stencil, photographic and papermaking.

Painting IV: Prerequisite: Painting III Ceramics IV: Prerequisite: Ceramics III Printmaking IV: Prerequisite: Printmaking III

MAJOR: HUMANITIES DEbATE STRAND Debate I: Essentials of Argumentation, Debate and Performance — Students in Debate examine the historical and contemporary role of debate in the democratic process. They apply standards to analyze and and negative arguments. Students will use effective extemporaneous speaking skills and provide valid and constructive critiques of others. Many students will also participate in competitions. Debate II: Advanced Argumentation, Debate, and Performance Debate III: Argumentation and Performance as Public Practice

Debate IV: Forensics Practicum — This independent study course in speech provides opportunity for advanced students to plan, organize, produce, perform, and evaluate a project that enables them to develop advanced skills in communication, critical thinking and problem solvCeramics II: Prerequisite Art 1. Students apply art elements and princi- ing. ples through different methods and materials. They explore methods such FIlM STRAND as wheel throwing, slab, coil, and pinch; separately and in combination. Students produce functional two and three dimensional clay forms. They explore surface treatments such as stamping, scraping, glazing, staining, History of Film I: Students will visit museums, conduct formal research, and use a variety of primary and secondary source materials as they study relationships among art, architecture, religion, philosophy, music, literaDrawing III: Prerequisite includes Drawing II. Students use art elements ture, and other creative endeavors in historic and contemporary world and principles to develop skills and sensitivity in a variety of methods cultures. Their analysis will compare the social contexts that produce art and techniques. They increase awareness of composition with abstract, as well as how artistic expression, religion, and philosophy illustrate the non-objective, and realistic renderings. Students will use many drawing human spirit. Students will develop a portfolio of representative selecmaterials and tools with emphasis on perfecting individual approaches to tions and responses and produce oral and written presentations using various media. drawing. Students also will explore commercial art. OR Painting III: Prerequisite includes Painting II. Students strengthen their Film Analysis II: Prerequisites include English I or instructor approval. concepts of design and continue experimental painting in both two and ject matter, choice of media, content, purpose, and effect. Students use three dimensions. They experiment and explore techniques, media, and surfaces and discover which painting media best describes individual inobservations. tentions. OR OR Jewelry III: Prerequisite includes Jewelry II. Art elements and principles Documentary Analysis II: Students study issues that have affected the will be explored through a variety of materials, (including mixed media) United States since World War II, such as immigration, gun control, vioand a variety of methods. Students consider functional and aesthetic form lence, war and peace. They also study issues in the daily news and develop and present a research project. in jewelry. OR OR Printmaking III: Prerequisite includes Printmaking II. This course al- World Documentaries II: Students systematically study and compare lows personal expression and choice of techniques using elements and world systems of thought and beliefs from different perspectives and in principles of design. Students explore printmaking in commercial artread extensively and conduct research. work, serigraphy, lithography, and etching. TV and Internet Analysis III: Students study the role of media as a OR Ceramics III: Prerequisite Ceramics II. Students use design elements - tastes, behavior, purchasing, and voting decisions. Students will examine ings. They explore surface treatment relating to form, variety in ceramic the historical development of different mass media and related technologies and personalities. Students will plan, produce, present and evaluate media messages. OR AP Studio Art: Drawing, 2D Design or 3D Drawing: Prerequisite in- OR cludes Approval of Instructor. Students develop a portfolio addressing Costume Design III: Under the supervision of the teacher, students prea very broad interpretation of drawing issues and media. Light, shade, pare three independent projects for evaluation, each with a reading list, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and formal writing and presentation with visuals. Projects may reach beyond illusion of depth can be addressed. Abstract, observational, and inventive literature but must involve reading research and writing on an advanced level with a thesis approved by the instructor. Students report weekly on

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their progress of their projects and use peer editing and revision extenOR Film Making: Under the supervision of the teacher, students prepare three independent projects for evaluation, each with a reading list, formal ture but must involve reading, research and writing on an advanced level progress of their projects and use peer editing and revision extensively Film Making II ( Must have teacher approval)

MAJOR: PERFORMING ARTS DANcE STRAND *To complete this major, you must complete any four of the courses listed below: Dance I, Hip Hop, or Pre-Drill: Dance I consists of instruction in steps dents will have the opportunity to choreograph and present a dance using Dance II:

Dance III: -

course may meet during school hours or after school and may include not Dance IV:

OR Tech Theatre IV:

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- serve in leadership positions on technical crews and to apply the creative -

THEATER STRAND Theater Arts I:

OR Theater Arts IV: Prerequisite:

OR Theater Tech I: This course includes an overview of technical theater and the beginning study of construction and operation of scenery, proper-

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Theater Production II: Prerequisite: Theater Arts I or approval of in- Musical Theater I, II, III, and IV: Theater, Choir, and Dance instructors OR Theater Tech II: Prerequisite: Theater Tech I and approval of instruc-

MuSIc STRAND

choir I, II, III and IV: Musicianship is developed through study of vo-

OR Theater Arts II: Prerequisite: -

AP Music Theory:

Theatre Production III:

sic involving notation, ear training, sight singing, harmonic and melodic

OR Tech Theatre III:

ize in one or more of the following areas: scenery, properties, lighting, enrolled in this course must have access to an instrument at home for Orchestra I, II, III, and IV: Guitar I, II, II, and IV : Piano I and II: -

OR Theater Arts III:

Theatre Production IV:

Band I, II, III, and IV:

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The Academy of Business, Leadership, and Legal Enterprises (ABL2E) prepares students for careers involving persuasion, military leadership, data management, accounting, marketing, advertising, criminal justice, commerce, and business procedures. This Academy enables a diverse community of learners to explore business and professional opportunities and build partnerships using community resources. 2

ABL E MAJORS Business Management accounting/Finance criminal justice/emergency communication Military leadership Money Matters: Students will investigate global economics with emphasis on the free enterprise system and its impact on consumers and Major: Business ManageMent tions based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain Business information Management: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the work place and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce those options. Students will determine methods of achieving long-term and post secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing management, retirement planning, and estate planning. documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make elecaccounting i: Prerequisites include Business Computer Information tronic presentations using appropriate software. Systems I. This course provides a study of the accounting cycle for a Business ownership and Management: Students recognize, evaluate, service business, basic accounting concepts and terminology, the effects and prepare for a rapidly evolving global business environment that re- of transactions on the accounting equation, general journal entries, trial nancial statements. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful directing or leading, and controlling. Topics will incorporate social re- completion of a sequence of courses. sponsibility of business and industry. Students develop a foundation in cal aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

Banking and Financial services: Students develop knowledge and skills cal aspects of banking to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that inglobal Business: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills cludes the operations, sales, and management of banking institutions to to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society to gain a complete understanding. make a successful transition into the workforce and post secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address global business applica- accounting ii: Prerequisites include Accounting I. The course content includes forms of business, and accounting concepts to perform advanced tions of emerging technologies. accounting procedures using technology and accounting knowledge Business Management internship: (Instructor Approval Required) This needed for making business decisions. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students use business skills to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

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Major: accounting/Finance Business information Management: Students implement personal and Major: criMinal justice interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the work place and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and post secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address Principles of law, Public Safety, and corrections: Principles of Law, business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing Public Safety, and Corrections introduces students to professions in law documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make electronic presentations using appropriate software. emergency services. The course provides students with an overview of and corrections. law enforcement i: Law Enforcement I is an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal and elements of crime. court systems and Practices: This course provides information and training related to the judiciary in the criminal justice system; structure of the American court systems; prosecution; right to counsel; pretrial release; grand jury, adjudication process; types and rules of evidence; and sentencing. law enforcement ii: Law Enforcement II provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony. Forensic science: This course provides instruction on the use of Forenbiology, DNA, pathology, death investigation, and digital forensics.

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Social Services Academy The Social Services Academy (SSA) creates a community where students have first-hand experiences to broaden their understanding of the skills and knowledge essential to careers serving others and society. Our teachers support caring students who, in an effort to better society, learn to empathize with the needs of individuals in a diverse global community. We prepare students for college ad careers in the growing fields of Health Science, Education and Human Services. Our academy certifications include Certified Nursing Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomist, and Emergency Medical Technician.

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MAJOR: HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY The HST major offers two strands, or directions of focus: the CNA -

Prerequisites include Biology and one other -

Prerequisites include Biology and one CNA STRAND: This course will enable freshmen students

knowledge and skills in effective communications, ethical and legal re-

health care issues and make the transition to clinical or work-based ex-

Pre-requisites include in-

are comfortable and safe in their environment and will learn how to ef-

Pre-requisites This course will enable freshmen students

health care agencies such as the blood bank, a dialysis center and Dell

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tion control, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease MAJOR: HUMAN SERVICES pathology. Articulated credit through Austin Community College may be awarded upon successful completion of the class for Medical Terminol- The Human Services major offers career exploration in two areas: ogy and Disease Infection Control. social work and mental health. This major provides students who want to be social workers, therapists, and counselors with a path of Practicum in HS- Fitness Trainer: This course will incorporate sev- study to prepare them for each career. The major offers and ineral different components which focus on athletic training and sports ternship that emphasizes counseling skills and the principles of and medicine, but also physical therapy. Students will spend part time in practices of mental health and social work. the classroom focusing on topics such as professionalism, safety precautions, patient assessments, skeletal/muscular anatomy and physiology, SOCIAL WORK STRAND: and disease pathology. Students will spend classroom instructional time Principles of Human Services: This course will enable freshmen stuin the Akins High School training room, at various practices with dif- dents to investigate careers in education, mental health, and social work. Students will be introduced to topics including early childhood developother athletic training facilities, physical therapy and rehabilitation facili- ment, family and community needs and responsibilities, and interventies and other health facilities. The athletic training component will be tions available for people in crisis. taught by the Akins Athletic Trainers, who are specialists and experts in Human Growth and Development: This course examines human develthis course and have several years of experience as athletic trainers. Stu- opment across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical perdents will use their skills learned to assess, evaluate and treat student ath- spectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social develletes at Akins High School. Students will attend athletic events were they opmental milestones. Students will also begin to examine how to identify will assist the trainers in providing medical care. Enrolled students will abnormal development. students interested in sports medicine, physical therapy, or occupational

COUNSELING STRAND: Principles of Human Services: This course will enable freshmen stuaid, preventative care and treating student athletes at Akins High School. dents to investigate careers in education, mental health, and social work. Students will be introduced to topics including early childhood develop*Note: Students may also choose to complete the Pre-Med major with the ment, family and community needs and responsibilities, and intervenaddition of one or more advanced science courses, including AP Biology, tions available for people in crisis. AP Chemistry, and AP Physics. Students should consult their counselors or science teachers for more information. Child Development: This course includes knowledge and skills related to child growth and development and the principles and procedures for promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development MAJOR: EDUCATION AND TRAINING of young children, including those with special needs. Other topics inThe Education and Training major provides students with a sequence clude the characteristics of quality childcare, career options related to the care and education of children, and the management of multiple commuof courses designed to prepare students for a career in teaching. nity and family roles. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful Principles of Education and Training: This course will provide fresh- completion of a sequence of courses. men students with an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and practices of a career in education.

Human Growth and Development: This course examines human development across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical perChild Development: This course includes knowledge and skills related spectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social develto child growth and development and the principles and procedures for opmental milestones. Students will also begin to examine how to identify promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development abnormal development. of young children, including those with special needs. Other topics include the characteristics of quality childcare, career options related to the Counseling and Mental Health Internship: (Prerequisites include Child care and education of children, and the management of multiple commu- Development AND Human Growth and Development.) This internship is nity and family roles. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful provides various services to students in need. This on-campus internship completion of a sequence of courses. Instructional Practices in Education & Training: This course is for allows students to model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue - counseling and mental health, or a social work career through simulated environments. Students receive training in peer mentoring and peer mediation and serve various other needs of the campus. Students are expected and students engaged in the learning process. Students also assist teach- to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and ers in creating instructional materials, and grading student work. Students the implications of their actions, including strict requirements regarding qualify for the program based on application, interview, and background peer mentors to younger students on campus. The Peer Mentor Program check. serves students struggling in the following areas: Transition from middle school to high school (freshmen) Practicum in Education and Training: (2 blocks/2 credits) PrerequiOrganization and study skills sites include Instructional Practices in Education and Training and InSocial struggles with peers Family issues (minor) students with direct experience with the principles of effective teaching Stress relating to the school environment practices. Students work under the direction and supervision of both their rect individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers. During the course of each week, students are involved in classroom instruction and in su-

AP Psychology: Psychology is a college-level introduction to the concepts and methods of psychology. The course content is presented in depth and at an accelerated pace. Students learn the principal theories of psychology and study factors that affect human behavior and development, perception studied in the class. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful and learning, memory and thought, motivation and emotion; personality disorders; and related topics. AP students prepare to take the Advanced completion of a sequence of courses. Placement examination in May to earn college credit.

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New Tech Academy The Akins New Technology Academy experience includes working in a small-school environment where students and staff share a culture of trust, respect, and responsibility. Technology, in the form of a one-to-one student to networked computer ratio is the platform that supports project-based learning. Students have access to the network e-mail, internet access at home, and storage space for an electronic portfolio.

NEW TECH MAJORS

Digital Media: Animation, Video Game Design Print Journalism: Newspaper, Yearbook Commercial Photography Computer Networking and Programming: Computer Languages, Web Technology, Computer Maintenance, Networking

MAJOR: DIGITAL MEDIA Digital and Interactive Media: This is an introductory course in design, typography, and imaging techniques. The course includes topics such as digital composition, color, imaging, editing, and animation. The student will use the computerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s set of tools to produce and edit digital designs as well as to incorporate design principles when capturing digital images with tools like scanners and cameras. Animation, both 2D and 3D, will be introduced in this course. Animation: Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts,Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the history and techniques of the animation industry. Advanced Animation: Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to create two and three dimensional animations. The instruction also assists students seeking careers in the animation industry. Video Game Design: In this course students will learn how to create video games for the PC. Students will work in teams to conceive, design and create a video game from scratch while learning about storyboarding, game play, animation, scripting, level editing, and gaming engines. AND/OR Problems and Solutions: A research course which allows students to develop advanced technical knowledge and skills in solving problems in one or more of the technology systems of communication, computer applications, construction, energy, power, transportation, manufacturing, and bio-related technology.

MAJOR: PRINT JOURNALISM Journalism I: This introductory course on the principles and practices of journalism includes fact-gathering, developing interviewing skills, writing news stories, determining news worthiness, studying and applying editing skills, journalistic style, using techniques of writing headlines and captions, focus on fundamental elements of advertising and visual communications using industry standard equipment, software and techniques, studying the freedom and responsibility of the press, and the principles and ethics of journalism. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation. OR

Graphic Design and Illustration for Publications: Students study the use of photography in journalism and apply photographic skills to journalistic purposes. They develop competence in taking pictures, photo manipulation using industry standard equipment, software and techniques, and printing photographs for use in school publications. Key elements include advertising and visual communications while developing skills necessary for success in the arts, audio/video technology and communications career cluster. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation. Advance Graphic Design and Illustration for Yearbook: Prerequisites include Graphic Design and Illustration. Students study and apply the journalistic skills and processes necessary to produce a yearbook. They develop skills in news judgment, fact gathering, photography, writadvertising, and creative writing. Students will be expected to develop advance mastery of the industry standard in equipment, software and techniques. This course requires considerable time outside school hours. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation. OR Advance Graphic Design and Illustration for Newspaper: Prerequisites include Graphic Design and Illustration and meeting the following guidelines: a) interest and aptitude in scholastic journalism, b) teacher recommendation. Students continue to develop and apply journalistic skills in newspaper production, and they practice determining news coverage and editorial policy. Students select, crop, and scale photographs. Students will be expected to develop advance mastery of the industry standard in equipment, software and techniques. This course requires considerable time outside school hours. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation. OR Commercial Photography: (Prerequisites include Graphic Design and Illustration) Students will learn and execute skills of professional photographers, including taking editing and marketing photos taken for commercial purposes. Students learn advanced exposure and composition techniques, studio lighting and functions of editing software to enhance the quality of electronic and printed formats. Students are expected to take photos outside of class to satisfy projects requirements. Problems and Solutions 1 for Yearbook: Prerequisites include Graphic Design and Illustration and Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration. Students continue to develop the skills needed to produce a yearbook: evaluating news, fact gathering, photography, writing of headlines and

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OR Problems and Solutions 1 for Newspaper:

Cybersecurity: -

Problems and Solutions 2 for Yearbook: Computational Problem Solving: -

OR Problems and Solutions 2 for Newspaper:

Independent Study in Newspaper or Yearbook:

NETWORKING STRAND Principles of Information Technology (Computer Applications): Pre-

Advanced Commercial Photography: Computer Maintenance (Basic Computer Tech (A+)): In this course Commercial Photography Problems and Solutions:

MAJOR: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & NETWORKING

Telecommunications and Networking (I Net/Cisco):

PROGRAMMING STRAND Computer Science and Software Engineering: Computer Technician (Networking Administration I):

Computer Science Applications

Internship: Introduction to Computer Science:

Simulation and Modeling: -

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Your Path Use this Planning Guide to: Select a Major Select an Academy Review Graduation Requirements Build a Schedule for each of your years at Akins Review tips from a Guidance Counselor

Which MAJOR is right for me? SCIENCE – TECHNOLOGY – ENGINEERING – MATH

CRIMINAL JUSTICE – MILITARY LEADERSHIP – BUSINESS SKILLS

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Do you like to tinker with cars or small appliances? Do you like science and math? Do you like labratory work in biology and physics? Do you enjoy working on crossword puzzles? Are you good at building things from scratch? Does it bother you when people aren’t accurate or precise?

Do you keep your cool in stressful or dangerous situations? Do you watch TV shows such as CSI, Numbers, Law and Order, etc? Do you believe that public service is rewarding? Are you good at taking orders, obeying rules, and following instructions? Do you like to be in charge of group projects? Do you like working and earning your own money?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the STEM Academy. .

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the ABL2E Academy.

VETERINARY MEDICINE – ENVIRONMENTAL & ENERGY SCIENCE

ART – HUMANITIES – PERFORMING ARTS

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Do you like working outdoors? Are you good with animals? Are you interested in environmental issues? Do you like working with tools and machinery? Do you enjoy gardening and arranging flowers? Are you interested in biological sciences?

Do you have an active imagination? Is it important to you to express your feelings? Do you play a musical instrument or sing? Do you like to draw? Have you ever acted in a school play? Are you independent and creative?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the Green Tech Academy.

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the Arts and Humanities Academy.

DIGITAL MEDIA – COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY – JOURNALISM

HEALTH SCIENCE TECH – HUMAN SERVICES – EDUCATION

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Do you like to tinker with electrical equipment? Do you enjoy video games? Do you have good communication skills? Do you like to make graphics on computers? Do you like to follow current events in the news? Do you like to write or express yourself through digital media?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the New Tech Academy.

Have you ever volunteered for service work in your community? Do you like helping other people learn new skills? Are you able to work out disagreements among your friends? Do you like doing things for others? Do you like to help people with their problems? Do you enjoy laboratory work in chemistry or biology?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors offered in the Social Services Academy.

Graduation Requirements Students entering 9th grade in school year 2014 will work to earn the Foundation + Endorsement + Distinguished Level of Achievement Diploma by default. Note: A student may not combine a half credit of a course for which there is an end of course assesssubsequent course can be attempted. As part of House Bill 5, students entering the 9th grade in the school year 2014 are also required to select an endorsement towards graduation. The endorsement can be in the following areas: Science, Technolgoy, Enginnering and Mathematics, Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humanities, and Multidisciplinary Studies.

Majors at Akins AHA Art Humanities Performing Arts STEM Aerospace Engineering Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Civil Engineering & Architecture Biomedical Engineering

Green Tech Veterinary Technician Plant Science Environmental Science Park Ranger Energy And Natural Resource Technology ABL2E Business Management Accounting/Finance Criminal Justice Military Leadership

Social Services Academy Health Science Technology Education And Training Human Services New Tech Digital Media Mass Media (Print & Digital Journalism) Computer Programming & Networking

Endorsements by Academy at Akins The following Academies offer Majors that include Endorsements in the following areas: ABL2E Public Services Endorsement Business and Industry Endorsement Arts and Humanities Academy Arts and Humanities Endorsment Green Tech Academy Business and Industry Endorsement New Tech Academy Business and Industry Endorsement Social Services Academy Public Services Endorsement Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Academy Science, Technolgoy, Engineering and Math Endorsement

Freshmen College Prep Checklist 9th Grade: Take the most challenging courses possible. Start thinking about your dream career. Talk to people with interesting jobs. Go to career day. Check out TechPrep courses. Talk to your counselor. Talk to your parents about saving for college. Get active in extracurricular activities. Scope out summer enrichment programs. Remember that grades are one of the top things universities consider.

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Freshmen Schedule Builder FIRST SEMESTER COURSE ONE: (ENGLISH) _______________________________________________ COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________ COURSE THREE: (SCIENCE) ______________________________________________ COURSE FOUR: (READING/SAT PREP) ________________________________________ COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________ COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________ COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________ COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

ALTERNATES/SECOND SEMESTER ALTERNATE ONE:____________________________________________________ ALTERNATE TWO:___________________________________________________ ALTERNATE THEE:___________________________________________________ ALTERNATE FOUR:___________________________________________________

Recommendations from a counselor Freshmen should fulfill as many graduation requirements as possible their first year to open up options as they move on to higher grades. You will want the room in your schedule to take advantage of everything possible at Akins. t t t t t t

Core Classes (3 credits) Reading I/SAT Prep class (based on 8th grade ELA STAAR score) (1.0) LOTE, year 1 (1.0) PE or substitute (1.0) Fine Art course (1.0) Introductory course to major strand needed for endorsement (1.0)

Sophomore College Prep Checklist 10th Grade: Take the most challenging courses possible. Discuss your future dreams with your counselor. Explore your options for TechPrep courses. Plan to take the PSAT. Read, read, read! Lean about current affairs. Keep your grades up. Take part in summer enrichment programs. Update your record of activities. Start planning the extracurricular activities you want to be involved in next year.

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Sophomore Schedule Builder FIRST SEMESTER COURSE ONE: (ENGLISH) _______________________________________________ COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________ COURSE THREE: (SCIENCE) ______________________________________________ COURSE FOUR: (SOCIAL STUDIES) __________________________________________ COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________ COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________ COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________ COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

Recommendations from a counselor This is the first year students have the option of an AP class with AP Physics I. In the summer after sophomore year, students are eligible for dual credit courses. They qualify with their scores on the PSAT or the TSI exam. TSI testing for sophomores happens during the spring semester. t Core Classes (4 credits) t LOTE, year 2 (1.0) t Health credit (.5) t 2nd year major strand course needed for endorsement (1.0) t Electives (1.5) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Many majors offer two 2nd year courses, and students can choose to double up on major courses as part of their electives.

Junior College Prep Checklist 11th Grade: Seek out your counselor for information and advice. If your TSI or PSAT test show you’re not ready for college work, meet with your counselor to create a plan so that you’ll be prepared when you graduate. Take the most challenging courses possible. Earn college credit in high school by taking AP or Dual-Enrollment courses. Take the SAT and/or ACT Expand your extracurricular activities. Attend college nights and college fairs. Discuss where you want to go to college with our parents. List ten schools you would like to attend and request catalogs.

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Junior Schedule Builder FIRST SEMESTER COURSE ONE: (ENGLISH) _______________________________________________ COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________ COURSE THREE: (SCIENCE) ______________________________________________ COURSE FOUR: (SOCIAL STUDIES) __________________________________________ COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________ COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________ COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________ COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

Recommendations from a counselor Juniors that qualified as sophomores, or who qualify as juniors, can take dual credit classes during the school year (and of course, the summer). They also have a number of AP classes available. t Core Classes (4 credits) t Math core (1.0) t Science core (1.0) t Social Studies cores (1.0) t 3rd year major strand course needed for endorsement (1.0) t Electives (3.0) – Many majors offer two 3rd year courses, and students can choose to double up on major courses as part of their electives.

Senior College Prep Checklist 12th Grade: Review your class schedule with your counselor. Earn college credit in high school by taking AP or Dual-Enrollment courses. Attend college nights and college fairs. Begin the college application process in SEPTEMBER! Check with the College and Career Center counselor about scholarship opportunities. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Submit FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1. Finalize college housing arrangements if you plan to live on campus. See an academic advisor at the college you will be attending. Register for your college classes early.

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Senior Schedule Builder FIRST SEMESTER COURSE ONE: (ENGLISH) _______________________________________________ COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________ COURSE THREE: (SCIENCE) ______________________________________________ COURSE FOUR: (SOCIAL STUDIES) __________________________________________ COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________ COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________ COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________ COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

Recommendations from a counselor Seniors have AP and dual credit options, as well as dual credit off periods. t Core Classes (4 credits) t 4th year major strand capstone course/internship/ practicum needed for endorsement (1.0 – 2.0) t Electives (2.0 – 3.0) – Seniors should use these electives to make themselves more attractive to colleges. For example, students going into business or law should take statistics even if they already have another 4th year math on their schedule. Future engineers should use earlier electives to double up on math so they can take both Calculus AB and BC.

Your Plan for This Year Directions: Use this form to plan your schedule and graduation plan for the upcoming school year no matter what grade you are in. Use the credit calculator below to calculate how many credits you need to graudate with the Foundation + Endorsement + Distinguished Level of Achievement Diploma.

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COURSE ONE: ____________________________________________________ COURSE TWO: ____________________________________________________ COURSE THREE: ___________________________________________________

Not sure what Academy is right for you? Take the Akins Academy Quiz to find the right match: http://tinyurl.com/mugezrr

COURSE FOUR: ___________________________________________________ COURSE FIVE: ____________________________________________________ COURSE SIX: _____________________________________________________ COURSE SEVEN: ___________________________________________________ COURSE EIGHT: ___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE: __________________________________________________ ALTERNATE TWO: __________________________________________________ ALTERNATE THEE: __________________________________________________ ALTERNATE FOUR: _________________________________________________

Current Credits Credits for This Year

Total Credits from Credits Needed to Credits Away from All Years to Date Graudate Graduation