GlenOak High School Academic Handbook by Plain Local Schools

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Academic Handbook Table of Contents 2. Graduation Requirements

83-84. Schedule Change Policy

3-5. State of Ohio Honors Diplomas

85. Academic Letter

6-7. Planning Your Pathways

86-87. Academic Honesty Policy

8-82. Course Descriptions 5.1 Arts 5.2 Career Tech 5.3 English 5.4 Math 5.5 Physical Education 5.6 Science 5.7 Social Studies 5.8 World Languages

GlenOak High School Graduation Requirements Course

Credits

English

4 credits Required Courses (regular or honors): English I (9th), & English II (10th) Course options to obtain the remaining 2 English credits: English III, AP English III, IB English (11th grade) English IV, AP English IV, IB English, CCP Eng. Comp, CCP Brit Lit (12th grade)

Math

4 credits Required Courses (regular or honors): Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II Course options to obtain the remaining 1 Math credit: Pre-Algebra II, College Algebra, Precalculus, Honors Precalculus, CCP Precalculus, Statistics, AP Statistics, AP Calculus, IB Math

Science

3 credits Required Courses (regular or honors): Physical Science (9th grade) & Biology (10th grade) Course options to fulfill the remaining 1 Science credit: Environmental Science, Physical Geology, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, AP Chem, AP Biology, Physics, Honors Physics, AP Physics, IB Science.

Social Studies

3 credits Required Courses: World History or Honors World (9th grade), American History or AP US History (10th grade) & American Government , AP US Government (11th grade), or IB Global Politics (11th grade)

Health

.50 credits (Completed in 8th grade if Oakwood student)

Phys. Education

.50 credit (Two .25 courses) or PE Waiver

Fine Art

2 semesters in grades 7th or 8th grade; or 1 credit in grade 9-12

Electives

6 credits

Total credits

N/A

Portfolio

Additional Assessments

1/24/17

N/A

Field Experience

N/A

3.5 on a 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT

4 units, including two units of 2 advanced science

International Baccalaureate Honors Diploma

Complete a field experience and document the experience in a portfolio specific to the student’s 5 area of focus Develop a comprehensive portfolio of work based on the student’s field experience or a topic related to the student’s area of focus that is reviewed and validated by external 6 experts N/A

3.5 on a 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT

1 unit N/A

4 units minimum, with at least 2 units in each language studied

4 units

4 units, biology, chemistry, and at least one additional advance 2 science

4 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains equivalent or higher content

3.5 on 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT /WorkKeys (6 Reading for Information & 6 7 Applied Mathematics) Complete a field experience and document the experience in a portfolio specific to the student’s 5 area of focus Develop a comprehensive portfolio of work based on the student’s field experience or a topic related to the student’s area of focus that is reviewed and validated by external 6 experts Earn an industry-‐recognized credential or achieve proficiency benchmark for appropriate Ohio Career-‐Technical Competency Assessment or equivalent

N/A 4 units of Career-‐Technical 3 minimum

2 units of one world language studied

4 units

4 units, including two units of 2 advanced science

4 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains equivalent or higher content

Career Tech Honors Diploma

Complete a field experience and document the experience in a portfolio specific to the student’s 5 area of focus Develop a comprehensive portfolio of work based on the student’s field experience or a topic that is related to the student’s area of focus that is reviewed and validated by 6 external experts N/A

3.5 on a 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT

3 units of one world language, or no less than 2 units of each of two world languages studied 1 unit 2 units with a focus in STEM courses

3 units

5 units, including two units of 2 advanced science

5 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains 4 equivalent or higher content

STEM Honors Diploma

Complete a field experience and document the experience in a portfolio specific to the student’s 5 area of focus Develop a comprehensive portfolio of work based on the student’s field experience or a topic that is related to the student’s area of focus that is reviewed and validated by 6 external experts N/A

3.5 on a 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT

3 units of one world language, or no less than 2 units of each of two world languages studied 4 units 2 units with a focus in fine arts course work

3 units

3 units, including one unit of 2 advanced science

4 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains equivalent or higher content

Arts Honors Diploma (Includes dance, drama/theatre, music, and visual art)

Complete a field experience and document the experience in a portfolio specific to the student’s 5 area of focus Develop a comprehensive portfolio of work based on the student’s field experience or a topic that is related to the student’s area of focus that is reviewed and validated by 6 external experts N/A

3.5 on a 4.0 scale 8 27 ACT/1280 SAT

3 units of one world language, or no less than 2 units of each of two world languages studied 1 unit 3 units with a focus in social sciences and/or civics

5 units

3 units, including one unit of 2 advanced science

4 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains equivalent or higher content

Social Science & Civic Engagement Honors Diploma

Ohio High School Honors Diploma

NOTE: Items shaded in blue are changes that were made to the honors diploma system, including the entire STEM, Arts, and Social Science and Civic Engagement Honors Diplomas

N/A N/A

GPA ACT/SAT/ 1 WorkKeys

N/A

2 Semesters 5 units

3 units of one world language, or no less than 2 units of each of two world languages studied 1 unit N/A

3 units

Social Studies World Languages

Fine Arts Electives

4 units

3 units

Science

4 units, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (or equivalent), and one other higher level course or 4 course sequence that contains equivalent or higher content

4 units, must include one unit of algebra II or equivalent

Math

Academic Honors Diploma

Ohio Diploma

Criterion

Ohio High School Honors Diploma

Writing sections of either standardized test should not be included in the calculation of this score. The Locating Information test is not included in the calculation of the WorkKeys score.

Field Experience refers to experiential learning in either an internship or apprenticeship. Students will document their experiences by describing their understanding in a portfolio.

These scores are based on the 2016 ACT and SAT assessments. Concordance tables outlining equivalent scores for past and future tests that differ from the 2016 versions will be published on the ODE website. Tables to concord SAT assessments taken prior to March 2016 can be found here. Further information on test concordance can be found here.

Students must score a minimum of a 6 on the Applied Mathematics WorkKeys Assessment and a minimum of 6 on the Reading for Information WorkKeys Assessment in order to meet the WorkKeys score requirement. The WorkKeys option applies only to the Career Tech Honors Diploma.

The student portfolio is a collection of experiential learning and competencies based on the student’s field experiences. Students will engage with professionals or scholars in the field while developing their own portfolio or ePortfolio of original work that documents their technical, critical and creative skills representative of their honors focus; students’ work must be reviewed and evaluated by scholars or professionals within the field/area of study in which the students’ work is focused, and the scholars or professionals must be external to the district staff; students will give a presentation to showcase the work and provide an analysis of it to the school and local community. If the student does not complete a field experience, the portfolio can be based on a collection of work related to the student’s honors diploma area of focus.

The fifth mathematics and science credit for the STEM honors diploma may be fulfilled with a single course.

Program must lead to an industry recognized credential, apprenticeship, or be part of an articulated career pathway which can lead to post-‐secondary credit.

Advanced science refers to courses that are inquiry-‐based with laboratory experiences and align with the 11/12th grade standards (or above) or with an AP science course, or with an entry-‐level college course (clearly preparing students for a college freshman-‐level science class, such as anatomy, botany, or astronomy).

½ unit physical education (unless exempted), ½ unit health, ½ unit in American history, ½ unit in government, and 4 units in English. The class of 2021 and beyond will need to have ½ unit in world history and civilizations as well.

Diploma with Honors requirements pre-‐suppose the completion of all high school diploma requirements in the Ohio Revised Code including:

Students must meet all but one of the criteria to qualify for an Honors Diploma, and any one of the criteria may be the one that is not met.

Completion of any advanced standing program, which includes Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, College Credit Plus, and may include Credit Flexibility, can be counted toward the unit requirements of an Honors Diploma.

For the Academic, International Baccalaureate, and Career Tech Honors Diplomas, students who entered the ninth grade between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2017 may choose to pursue the diploma by meeting the requirements of these criteria or the previous criteria. Students entering the ninth grade on or after July 1, 2017 must meet these criteria.

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PLANNING YOUR PATHWAY Englis h PATHWAY

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1 0TH

11TH

12TH

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Honors English 9 or STEM Honors English 9

Honors English 10

IB English A Higher Level 1 IB English A Higher Level 2 or Standard Level 1 or Standard Level 2

Advanced Placement (AP)

Honors English 9 or STEM Honors English 9

Honors English 10

AP English Language & Composition

AP English Literature & Composition or CCP Composition (Semester 1) CCP British Literature (Semester 2)

Traditional

English 9

English 10

English 11

English 12

Traditional

English 9 and Plus English

English 10 and Plus English

English 11 and Plus English

English 12 and Plus English

Journalistic Writing (1 Semester)

Newstaff (1 Semester)

Publication Arts (All Year)

Speech (1 Semester or All Year)

ENGLISH EL ECT I VES Creative Writing (1 Semester)

Social S tu d i e s PATHWAY

9T H

1 0TH

11TH

12TH

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Honors World History or STEM Honors World History

AP U.S. History

IB Global Politics Higher Level or Standard Level 1

IB Global Politics Higher Level or Standard Level 2

Advanced Placement (AP)

Honors World History or STEM Honors World History

AP U.S. History

AP U.S. Government and Politics

AP Psychology

Traditional

World History

American History

American Government

Social Studies Electives Optional

SOC IAL S T UDI ES EL E C T I V E S Holocaust World War II Intro to Psychology (1 Semester) (1 Semester) (1 Semester)

Intro to Sociology (1 Semester)

Contemporary Issues (1 Semester)

IB Psychology Standard Level 1 & 2 (4 Semesters)

Mat h PATHWAY

7TH

8TH

9TH

10TH

11TH

12TH

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Honors Algebra I

Geometry

Honors Algebra II

Honors PreCalculus

IB Mathematics Higher Level 1

IB Mathematics Higher Level 2

IB / AP

Honors Algebra I

Honors Geometry

Honors Algebra II

IB Mathematics Standard Level 1 or Honors PreCalculus

IB Mathematics Standard Level 2 or AP Calculus AB

Honors A

Honors Algebra I

Honors Geometry

IB Math Studies Standard Level 1

IB Math Studies Standard Level 2

Honors B

Honors Algebra I

Honors Geometry

Honors Algebra II

Honors PreCalculus or AP Statistics

Traditional

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra II

PreCalculus or Statistics or College Algebra

Traditional

Algebra I and Plus Math

Geometry and Plus Math

Pre-Algebra II and Algebra II and Plus Math Plus Math

Sci en ce PATHWAY

9TH

10TH

11TH

12TH

International Baccalaureate (IB)

STEM Honors Physical Science or Honors Physical Science

Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry

IB Biology or IB Physics In addition to AP Chemistry

IB Biology 2 or IB Physics 2 In addition to Anatomy & Physiology

Advanced Placement (AP)

STEM Honors Physical Science or Honors Physical Science

Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry

AP Biology and Anatomy & AP Chemistry and Honors Physiology Physics

Honors

STEM Honors Physical Science or Honors Physical Science

Honors Biology

Honors Chemistry

Honors Physics or Anatomy & Physiology

Traditional

Physical Science

Biology

Science Elective Required

Science Elective (if not taken in Junior year)

SCI E N C E E LE C T I V E S Life Science (1 Semester)

Chemistry (All Year)

Environmental Science (All Year)

Physics (All Year)

Anatomy & Physiology Physical Geology (All Year) (All Year)

W o r ld Lan guages PATHWAY

8TH

9TH

10TH

11TH

12TH

IB French / Spanish

Level I

Honors Level II

Honors Level III

IB Language B HL 1

IB Language B HL 2

IB French / Spanish

Level I

Honors Level II

IB Language B SL 1

Honors French, Spanish or Chinese

Level I

Level II or Honors Level II

Honors Level III

Honors Level IV (French/ Chinese) or AP (Spanish)

AP French

Traditional French, Spanish or Chinese

French I, Spanish I or Chinese I

French II, Spanish II or Chinese II

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Course Name: Enriched Art I Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is designed for students genuinely interested in Visual Arts and plan to pursue an advanced level of art-making. Successful students in this course have strong visual and creative thinking skills. Students from the middle school immersion program are great candidates for this course. This course explores the major 2D mediums and compositional strategies of design.

Course Name: Enriched Art II Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Enriched Art I (C or higher)

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is designed for the serious art student who successfully passed Enriched Art I with a C or higher. In this course, we explore 2D media with a stronger emphasis on design and color theory using creative interpretation to resolve prompts. All Enriched Art II students will be a part of the annual high school art show and will participate in regular summative grade critiques.

Course Name: Honors Art III Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Enriched Art II (C or higher)

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is designed for the serious art student who plans to create a cohesive portfolio for acceptance into the AP Studio Art course. In this course we explore an in-depth look at composition, critiques, research, and portfolio development. This course is co-seated with the first year IB Visual Art Course and covers the same curriculum. 7

Course Name: AP Studio Art (Drawing or 2D Portfolios) Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Art III (B or higher)

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This is a college level course designed for the disciplined and serious art student looking to earn college credit upon submission of the art portfolio. This course starts in the summer prior to the school year and continues until the final portfolio is submitted to the College Board for adjudication the first week of May. Students will install their own work in the annual high school art show and take part in various national and state art competitions throughout the year. Course Name: IB Visual Art SL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Enriched Art II (B or higher)

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: The course is taught consecutively for two years. The core syllabus combines the study of Visual arts on context, Visual arts methods, and Communicating visual arts. Students will investigate the core syllabus through exploring theoretical practice, art-making, and curatorial practice. Students will also maintain a visual arts journal to document and record their development. Students at the SL will experience at least two art-making forms as well as conduct research through primary and secondary sources. Course Name: IB Visual Art HL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Enriched Art II (B or higher)

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: The course is taught consecutively for two years.The core syllabus combines the study Visual arts on context, Visual arts methods, and Communicating visual arts. Students will investigate the core syllabus through exploring theoretical practice, art-making, and curatorial practice. Students will also maintain a visual arts journal to document and record their development. Students at the HL will experience at least three art-making forms as well as conduct research through primary and secondary sources. 8

Course Name: Ceramics I Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: This course is a study in hand-built and wheel-thrown pottery. Students will experience sequential learning that encompasses basic hand-building techniques, wheel-throwing techniques, glazes, firing processes, art criticism, aesthetics, art history, and production. Students must have received a C or higher to move into the next level.

Course Name: Ceramics II Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Ceramics I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Ceramics II students will refine and build upon clay techniques and historical knowledge learning from Ceramics I. Students will explore a wide variety of materials and techniques. They will learn advanced texturing and decorating techniques such as slip trailing, stamping, carving and engraving, embellishing, and the use of slump molds. Students must have received a C or higher to move into the next level.

Course Name: Ceramics III Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Ceramics I and II

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Ceramics III will be an independent study. These students will be researching an artist, arts style, time period or movement that will serve as an inspiration to their work. Ceramics III & IV students will be working very closely together to encourage, critique and peer teach one another within a studio setting. Students must have received a C or higher to move into the next level. 9

Course Name: Ceramics IV Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Ceramics I, II, and III

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Ceramics levels III & IV will be an independent study. These students will be researching an artist, arts style, time period or movement that will serve as an inspiration to their work. Ceramics III & IV students will be working very closely together to encourage, critique and peer teach one another within a studio setting. Students must have received a C or higher to move into the next level.

Course Name: Studio Clay Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Ceramics I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Studio Clay is an all handbuilding class. There is no wheel throwing involved since the class is a 45 minute class. Handbuilding forms such as the pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction will be the basis for each project. Students must have received a C or higher to move into the next level.

Course Name: Art Survey I Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: A semester course suited for any grade level or experience level. This course covers the Elements of Art and a variety of drawing, painting, mixed media, and printmaking media. It includes both large scale art product assignments and smaller scale sketchbook/formative assignments.

Course Name: Art Survey II Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Art Survey I (C or higher)

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This semester course is as an extension of Art Survey I, designed for students who desire to further their art skill. Students will be adding to and building on their knowledge of the Elements of Art and applying them to the Principles of design using 2D media including drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media.

Course Name: Sculpting I Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This semester course is designed for the student who is a three-dimensional thinker. This course will be based on applying the Elements of Art and Principles of design in three-dimensional works, working with additive sculpture in a variety of mediums that will include cardboard, wire, paper, and more.

Course Name: Sculpting II Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Sculpting I (C or higher)

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: A semester course designed as an extension of Sculpting I. Students will be building on the knowledge and skills gained in Sculpting I, using subtractive sculpture in various media, and creating artwork on a more independent level.

Course Name: Art History Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: NONE

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This semester course is designed as an academic class for students with an interest in the arts. Students who take this course do not need to be talented artists. This is not a typical studio art class; it is a structured academic class centering around art appreciation and discussion, with the addition of some art production throughout the course. Advanced art students wishing to attain Arts Specialization in the Visual Art Department are REQUIRED to take this course.

Course Name: Concert Band Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in Marching Band in the fall and have participated in previous years of band.

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Band is a full year course that includes marching and concert band opportunities. Students participating in band begin marching band preparation in July for performances beginning in August and ending in October. Students must audition for concert band placement in October. In addition to rehearsals and performances during the school day, students will also have multiple rehearsals and performances after school. Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental musicianship and technique through performance standards over a four-year enrollment period.

Course Name: Jazz II Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Enrolled in HS Band

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is designed to introduce and explore a varied repertoire of jazz music and teach the fundamentals of performing in a big band setting. Skills that will be learned and developed include advanced rhythmic reading, articulation, improvisation, music listening and critical analysis as well as soloing techniques. This course also provides unique performance opportunities outside of the traditional concert band setting. Students not enrolled in high school band must have teacher permission. Course Name: Jazz I Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: HS Band

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Jazz I is an instrumental ensemble comprised of roughly 20 instrumentalists performing on Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drum Set. Students will focus on performing jazz literature written for the traditional jazz "big band" as well as individual jazz improvisation. These are performing groups, therefore, there are extra rehearsals and performances after school. Students not in high school band need teacher permission to enroll.

Course Name: Music Theory Grade Level: 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Enrollment in Strings, Choir, Band

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is focused on the study of the structural aspects of music. This includes the construction of scales, chords, melodies, harmonies, rhythms and their application in musical composition. Students enrolling in this course should have a strong interest in music and will benefit from having previous theoretical knowledge. Students enrolling in Music Theory should be in a musical ensemble. This course is only offered to Seniors needing Music Theory for Specialization in 2018-2019.

Course Name: Band Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: 8th Grade Band

Grading Scale 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Band - Marching (Sem. 1)/Concert Band & Symphonic Winds (Sem. 2) is a full year course that includes Marching and Concert band opportunities. Students participating in band begin marching band preparation in July for performances beginning in August and ending in October. Students must audition for concert band placement in October and assigned to either the Concert Band or Symphonic Winds for Semester 2. In addition to rehearsals and performances during the school day, students will also have multiple rehearsals and performances after school.

Course Name: Honors Marching/Symphonic Winds Grade Level:

Credit: 1

11 - 12

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Audition (September)

Grading Scale:

4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Honors Marching (Sem. 1)/& Honors Symphonic Winds (Sem. 2) is a full year course that includes Marching and Concert band opportunities for advanced Juniors and Seniors. Students participating in band begin marching band preparation in July for performances beginning in August and ending in October. Students must audition for honors placement in September. In addition to rehearsals and performances during the school day, students will also have multiple rehearsals and performances after school plus additional course requirements.

Course Name: IB Music SL Grade Level: 11-12

Credit: 1 per year

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes ($119 Exam Fee)

Prerequisite: Music Ensemble and Teacher Rec.

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is taught consecutively over two years. Students must be enrolled in a performing ensemble (Instrumental or Vocal) while taking this course. Year 1 of this music course focuses primarily on Music Theory, History, and study of World Music. Through in-depth analysis of representative works and the study of genres and styles found around the world, students will gain an educated insight into music and enhance their musical skills. All students will participate in coursework, historical surveys, theory, ear training, and musical investigation of a variety of genres. At the conclusion of the first year, students will select a personal emphasis in solo performance, group performance, or composition. Year 2 will focus on the IB Internal and External Assessments as prescribed for the Standard Level (SL) learner.

Course Name: IB Music HL Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 1 per year

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes ($119 Exam Fee)

Prerequisite: Music Ensemble and Teacher Rec.

Grading Scale: 5.0

Course Name: Music Theory and History Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Enrolled in a Music Ensemble

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This course is focused on the study of the structural and historical aspects of Music. Music Theory includes the construction of scales, chords, melodies, harmonies, rhythms and their application in musical composition. Historical music study will focus Western Music dating from 2500 B.C.E. to present day music. Students enrolling in this course should have a strong interest in music and will benefit from having previous theoretical knowledge. Students enrolling in this course should be in a musical ensemble and co-seated in Year 1 of IB Music.

Course Name: Dance Level 1 Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Oakwood Immersion Dance

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This is a full year course that is designed for students with some formal dance experience. This class focuses on the study of ballet, tap and jazz. Classes also include the study of dance history, terminology, nutrition and fitness.

Course Name: Dance Level 2 Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Dance Level 1

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This is a full year course that is designed for students that have successfully completed Level 1 Dance. This class focuses on the study of ballet, pointe, jazz, tap and modern/lyrical Dance. Classes also include the study of dance history, terminology, nutrition, and fitness. In addition to class and rehearsals during the school day, students may have rehearsals and performances after school.

Course Name: Dance Level 3 Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Dance Level 2

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This is a full year course designed for the student that has successfully completed Dance Level 2. This class focuses on the intermediate study of ballet, pointe, jazz, tap and modern lyrical dance. Classes also include the study of dance history, terminology, nutrition, fitness, dance related injuries and choreography. In addition to class and rehearsals during the school day, students have a commitment to rehearsals and performance after school. Course Name: Dance Level 3 /Honors Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Dance Level 2

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Same as Dance Level 3 with the following additional requirements: 1. Must be a Junior or Senior. 2. Participation in all dance performances including the fall ballet and high school musical. 3. Must attend and critique two collegiate or professional dance performances. 4. Must attend summer dance classes at GlenOak or audition for and attend an approved professional summer program. Course Name: Dance Level 4 Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Dance Level 3

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: This class focuses on the intermediate/advanced study of ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, and modern/lyrical dance. Classes also include the study of dance history, terminology, nutrition, fitness and dance related injuries. In addition to class and rehearsals during the school day, students have a commitment to rehearsals and performances after school. Attendance at extra rehearsals is required. Summer dance study is encouraged.

Course Name: Dance Level 4/Honors Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Dance Level 3

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Art Course Description: Same as Dance Level 4 with the following additional requirements: 1. Must be a Senior. 2. Participation in all performances including the fall ballet and high school musical. 3. Must attend and critique three collegiate or professional performances. 4. Must complete a three page research paper on a dance-based topic. 5. Must participate in summer dance classes at GlenOak or audition and attend an approved professional summer dance camp.

Course Name: Light and Sound Technologies I Grade Level: 11

Credit: 2

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Light and Sound Technologies I covers stage management, lighting design, and live sound reinforcement. Students will learn how to work safely on a stage, how to focus and program both conventional and DMX lighting equipment, and how to set up and operate analog and digital PA systems.

Course Name: Light and Sound Technologies II Grade Level:

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Light and Sound Technologies I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Light and Sound Technologies II covers how to operate, manage, and maintain the GlenOak High School theater. Seniors will be responsible for setting up lighting and sound equipment for all events. Students will also complete a final project focusing on their favorite technology, and a service project to benefit the theater. Course Name: Cosmetology I Grade Level:

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Cosmetology is a two-year program that provides classroom instructions, hands-on skills and salon internships. This program provides the information needed to take the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology Examination for licensing as well as techniques needed to ensure success on the job.

Course Name: Cosmetology II Grade Level: 12 Length of Course:

Credit: 3 Fee: Yes

Full Year

Prerequisite: Cosmetology I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Course Name: Job Training Coordination I Grade Level: 11

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students focus on career exploration, job seeking skills, creating a transition to plan from school to work, and positive self image. Students spend two to three days per week in the community with the instructor and a job coach gaining hands on work experience. Students and families are also connected with community agencies that can provide support upon graduation.

Course Name: Job Training Coordination II Grade Level: 12

Credit: 3

Length of Course:

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: JTC I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: The senior year of JTC focuses on job placement, adult living, financial literacy, and self advocacy. Students will also have the opportunity to work in class community based work experiences and independent work experiences. JTC II is based on the individual interests and needs of the student during the first year of the program.

Course Name: Animation & Graphic Design I Grade Level: 11

Credit: 2

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This program is designed for students who have an interest in graphic design, animation, visualization and modeling. This class develops skills in digital composition, typography, color theory, imaging, editing and animation (2D and 3D). Students create, edit, and render characters, scenes or objects, design and produce multimedia presentations that use images, video, and audio resources to deliver a message.

Course Name: Animation & Graphic Design II Grade Level: 12

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Animation & Graphic Design I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This program is a continuation of Animation and Graphic Design I. It is also designed for students who have an interest in graphic design, animation, visualization, and modeling. This class develops skills in digital composition, typography, color theory, imaging, editing, and animation (2D and 3D). Students create, edit, and render characters, scenes or objects, design and produce multimedia presentations that use images, video, and audio resources to deliver a message.

Course Name: Commercial Photography I Grade Level: 11

Credit: 2

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Visual Art encouraged, not required

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This program is designed for students pursuing careers in photography or a related field. Students will learn skills in design, composition, traditional as well as digital photography, basic lighting and image manipulation and editing programs. In addition, students are required to assist with photographic duties for the yearbook, news staff as well as district publications.

Course Name: Commercial Photography II Grade Level: 12

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Commercial Photography I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students advance their digital photographic knowledge and skill using camera raw files with a focus on commercial use and knowledge of production software. Emphasis is on creative expression and client communications to increase marketability of product. Students are required to assist with photographic duties for the yearbook, news staff, and district publications.

Course Name: Teacher Pathways I Grade Level: 11 Length of Course:

Credit: 1 Fee: Yes

Full Year

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This program is designed for students pursuing careers in education related fields. Students will learn skills about how to convey information to others with different learning styles as well as how to effectively communicate and present complex ideas. The program provides classroom instruction and a field experience. FBI/BCI checks are required. Two CCP classes are embedded into the course.

Course Name: Teacher Pathways II Grade Level: 12 Length of Course:

Credit:

Fee: Yes

Full Year

Prerequisite: Teacher Pathways I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Course Name: Music Production Primer Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This course is available to all high school students with an interest in better understanding music for the purpose of creating their own. Music is experienced through historical, theoretical, aesthetic, and performance lenses. The course will introduce digital technologies such as Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), Recording Interfaces, Keyboard Controllers, MIDI, and more. This course can be taken as an elective, however it also serves as a required course for Career Tech Music Production. Course Name: Business of Music Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course:

Fee: No

Full Year

Prerequisite: Music Production Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: A growing number of professionals make a living in industries related to arts and communications. From event management to tracking expenses, students learn the business side of the music industry. Topics include marketing, branding, producing, promoting, booking, budgeting and merchandising, etc. Students learn and apply intellectual property rights, licensing, copyright, royalties, liabilities and contractual agreements. They learn how both profit and non-profit organizations businesses operate. Course Name: Musical Concept Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Music Production Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: From warm up skills to complex rhythmic and technical passages, students combine theory and technique to sing or play at least one musical instrument. They recognize different harmonic, rhythmic and melodic structures based on culture, era and style. They write, read and understand musical symbols. Other topics include scales and mode studies, dictation, and transcripts. Students provide and receive performance critiques. 23

Course Name: Musical Engineering Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Music Production Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: A study of fundamental studio recording technology, theory and techniques, including signal flow, microphone theory, the human auditory system, analog audio consoles and standard industry Digital Audio Workstations.

Course Name: Music Ensemble and Composition Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Music Production Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: A practical introduction to digital audio production, study of basic computer assisted recording, editing and music production. This course develops skills and concepts introduced in Music Production Primer. Students should expect to perform for or present music to live audiences.

Course Name: Intro to Arts Careers Rotations Grade Level: 10

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students are exposed to industry standard Animation, Entertainment, Photo & Video Production skills. Students will demonstrate discernment and creativity to produce compelling and interesting content in a project based learning environment. The class features a nine-week rotation between the four different disciplines. Students work on a variety of projects in individual and collaborative settings.

Course Name: Video Production I Grade Level: 11

Credit: 2

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: In this Career-Tech class students are prepared for a variety of careers in Video Production and related industries (Film, TV, Marketing, Journalism, PR, Graphic Design, Video Game Design). Students are provided with real-world experience working in our State of the Art production studio. Students use HD cameras and industry standard software (Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Photoshop, etc) to create technically accurate and visually compelling productions. Students will learn skills and techniques from both behind and in front of the camera that include news broadcasts, sporting events, short films, music videos, TV commercials, etc. This program requires participation in a flexible schedule outside of the school day to capture school events (Sporting Events, Musical, etc). The class features a multitude of hands-on experiences and real-world interaction with technology such as light kits, microphones, green screens, video switchers, etc. Students work on a variety of projects in an individual and collaborative settings. Junior students will finish the year by creating a Demo Reel of their work.

Course Name: Video Production II Grade Level: 12

Credit: 3

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Video Production 1

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Video Production II builds upon the skills taught in Video Production I. The Senior year is predominantly project based with a Senior Capstone project being the focus of the 4th 9 weeks. VP II provides hands-on experience with professional television production/video equipment and digital editing including DSLR cameras and Special Effects software. Students will produce programming for Eagle Television. This program does require participation in a flexible schedule outside of the school day for the capture of various school events throughout the year (Sports, Plays/Musicals, etc). Projects include: short films, interviews, motion graphics, music videos, commercials, etc.

Course Name: Engineering Tech I Grade Level: 11 Length of Course:

Credit: 2 Fee: Yes

Full Year

Corequisite: Honors Alg II and Honors Physics

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This engineering technologies program is intended for students who want to pursue a bachelor of science degree in engineering. Areas of study include Engineering Design, Plan Reading and field trips to enhance learning.

Course Name: Engineering Tech II Grade Level:

Credit: 2

Length of Course:

Fee: Yes Career Tech

Full Year

Prerequisite: ETP I with Pre Calc and AP/IB Physics Grading Scale: 4.0 Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Continued engineering studies in the areas of DC Electronics and Energy Systems management.

Course Name: Foundations of Construction and Engineering Grade Level: 9

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester divided into 9 weeks

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This is a semester class broken into two 9 week sessions with hands on projects that help to introduce both career fields to students.

Course Name: STEM Engineering Grade Level: 9

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Semester course of independent study for students who are interested in learning more about engineering with all coursework completed in Google Classroom.

Course Name: Exercise and Athletic Training Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will apply procedures and techniques used in athletic training and in the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and therapeutic exercise. Topics include injury prevention, conditioning, and wound care techniques of the musculoskeletal system. Students will learn techniques in the analysis of mechanical factors related to human movement. In addition, current trends, technology, legal considerations, and the role of exercise science in relationship to other health fields will be emphasized.

Course Name: Medical Terminology (Sports Medicine) Grade Level: 11 Length of Course:

Credit: 1 Full Year

Prerequisite: None

Fee: Yes Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This course focuses on the applications of the rules for constructing and defining medical terms with an emphasis on building a working medical vocabulary. Topics include using the appropriate abbreviations and symbols for anatomical, physiological and pathological classifications and the associated medical specialties and procedures. Students will decipher medical terms by identifying and using word elements with an emphasis on derivation, meaning, and pronunciation. Further, students will interpret and translate medical records and documents.

Course Name: Introduction to Health Science Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This first course in the career field provides students an overview of the opportunities available in the healthcare industry. Students will learn fundamental skills in effective and safe patient care that can be applied across a person’s lifespan. They will also be introduced to exercise science and sports medicine, the field of biomedical research and the importance of managing health information.

Course Name: Athletic Injuries and Prevention Grade Level: 12 Length of Course:

Credit: 1.5 Fee: Yes

Full Year

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology, Exercise and Athletic Training

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will identify signs and symptoms of injury and apply emergency procedures and techniques used in the immediate care of athletic-related trauma. Students will learn clinical and field evaluative processes, injury prevention techniques, conditioning techniques, treatment, taping, bracing, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Students will design and implement conditioning programs, including nutritional considerations and ergogenic aids. Emphasis is placed on the synthesis of information gathered through injury history, observation, and manual muscle testing.

Course Name: Fitness Testing and Assessment Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1.5

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology, Exercise and Athletic Training

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will complete comprehensive fitness evaluations and develop individualized training programs. Students will administer lab and field tests of cardiovascular endurance, body composition, joint flexibility and muscular strength, power, and endurance. Emphasis is placed on assessing body composition, neuromuscular flexibility, agility, balance, coordination, and proprioception. Additionally, students will identify components of physical fitness and communicate how physical activity impact health and wellness. Course Name: Theater Arts I- Introduction to Theater Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: None

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students journey through the history of theater focusing on voice for the state, state movement, and acting for the theater arts. Students will learn the many facets of the stage and apply terminology used in the theater arts industry. Course Name: Performing Arts Primer Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course:

Full Year

Prerequisite: Theater Arts I - Introduction to Theater

Fee: Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students examine how music, dance and theater disciplines intersect to create a production. They compare and contrast different genres, social contexts and cultural aspects of dance, music and theater from early Greek to present day. They learn the role of stagecraft, including new and emerging technology.

Course Name: Acting and Script Analysis Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course:

Fee:

Full Year

Prerequisite: Performing Arts Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This course combines understanding of the relationship between actor and script. Students research major theater genres and influences, breaking down a script to discover objectives, obstacles, tactic and character development. They create a script with scenes, plot points and characters. They learn acting techniques, including imagery, personal association and inner monologue.

Course Name: Acting Performance Grade Level:

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Performing Arts Primer

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students maximize an actor’s physical and emotional expression, vocal intonation, memorization and imagination to convey stories and feelings, sustaining a character and self and peer critique. Students perform a role within an original or established piece of work.

Course Name: Musical Theater Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Acting in Performance/Script Analysis

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This course combines explores the musical theater genre where students assume the roles of singer, instrumentalist, actor, dancer as well as director and stage manager. They analyze historical and current-day exemplary models of musical theater for storyline, musical arrangement and audience appeal.

Course Name: Performing Arts Capstone Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Acting in Performance/Script Analysis

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students apply Arts and Communication program knowledge and skills in a more comprehensive and authentic way. Capstones are project/problem-based learning opportunities that occur both in and away from school. Under supervision of the school and through partnerships, students combine classroom learning with work experience to benefit themselves and others. Course Name: Business Applications and Economics Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will develop fundamental knowledge and skills in business administration by examining business activities, business processes and forms of business ownership. Students will acquire an understanding of economic principles such as supply and demand and division of labor and competition. They will identify current trends, issues and conditions impacting business and determine the impact of the global environment on business operations. Innovation, technology, leadership and communications will also be addressed. Course Name: Business Administration - Marketing Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Business Applications and Economics

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will obtain fundamental knowledge of marketing activities, including sales channels, marketing information management, marketing research, market planning, marketing communications, pricing, product and service management, branding and selling. They will conduct marketing research, identify target markets, conduct market and competitive analyses, forecast sales, set marketing goals, establish a marketing budget and develop a marketing plan. Legal and ethical issues in marketing will be addressed.

Course Name: Business Administration - Finance Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Business Applications and Economics Business Administration - Marketing

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will develop knowledge and skills in financial analysis, financial reporting and corporate investments. They will predict corporate performance and profitable investments using financial statements, ratio analysis and other financial analysis techniques. They will calculate cash needs using the time value of money and track, record and summarize a business’s financial transactions. Compliance, internal controls, business governance and personal financial management will be addressed.

Course Name: Business Administration - Strategic Management Grade Level: 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Business Applications and Economics Business Administration - Marketing Business Administration - Finance

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: Students will plan, actualize, and run a small business. They will define their business’s mission; develop the business’s vision, goals and objectives; and create a business plan. Students will also develop a budget and recruit, interview, select, hire, and manage employees. They will examine legal and ethical issues associated with management as well as management functions, levels and types.

Course Name: BPA - Business Professionals of America Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Business Course or Teacher Referral

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Career Tech Course Description: This course is for a student who wants to be a leader in the business profession. This course is based on the Ohio Business Professionals of America leadership, service and competition skills. Students will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships offered by the Ohio Business Professional of America. This course involves a lot of project based learning. Mature future business professionals are the qualities of a student in this course.

Course Name: English I Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Course Name: Honors English I Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite:

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: This course covers various genres of literature (short story, novel, epic, drama) as well as a required research paper, independent reading assignments, literary techniques, critical thinking, vocabulary, grammar, presentations, standardized test taking, and the state mandated Common Core State Standards. A comprehensive common assessment will be given at the end of each quarter. In addition to the above description, honors students read supplemental literature in all units. They will also read and study supplemental novels both first and second semester. Overall, they are held to a higher standard in writing and analytical processes, work more independently, and are expected to complete homework regularly.

Course Name: English II Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: English

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: In this course, we will focus on the technical skills within the realm of reading and writing, which will in turn prepare students for OST testing as well as the ACT college readiness exam. The main content of this course will be World Literature, and a wide variety of themes and written genres will be analyzed under this general umbrella. You will be required to write a documented research paper using MLA guidelines as part of this course. This course links technical aspects of English with socially conscious themes and universal comments on the human condition.

Course Name: Honors English II Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Honors English I

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: Honors English II is a course designed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of literature, rhetoric, and the English language. This course will help improve students’ communication, critical thinking, writing, and comprehension skills. This course is designed to prepare students for college-level courses during their junior and senior years of high school.

Course Name: English III Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: English I, English II

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: English III is a junior level course which presents a year long study of American literature. This course includes multiple types of reading and writing, including fiction and nonfiction. The skills critical to support learning in this class include close-reading, note-taking, research skills, writing conventions and test preparation.

Course Name: AP English Language and Composition Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors English II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: Students in this course will explore a variety of informational and fictional texts by analyzing and interpreting various authors’ style and historical writings. This course will emphasize the writing, revising, and editing processes while encouraging students to move beyond simple essays to complex compositions. Students will be required to create detailed and documented essays in which primary and secondary sources are synthesized, examined, and documented. Successful completion of this course and the College Board Advanced Placement Exam will allow students to possibly obtain college credit. Course Name: English IV Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: English I, English II, English III

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: This required senior English course presents a year long study of British literature. Students read and write about a variety of literary genres, sharpening their skills of interpretation and analysis as they work through a chronological study of literary periods. Prerequisite skills critical to support learning in this class include note-taking, test preparation, discussion and student-led inquiry. Course Name: AP English Literature and Composition Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: AP English Language and Composition

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: AP Lit is a college level course that offers students the opportunity to hone analysis skills and earn college credit by preparing them to take the AP exam. Students should enjoy reading and understand they will examine a variety of challenging and sophisticated literary works. Writing, focused on the analysis of literature, is also required and emphasized.

Name: Effective Speaking Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Have to take CCP test

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: This is a college level course. Students will earn three credit hours through Stark State if this course is successfully completed. Students will earn high school credit as well. This course is designed to help students develop effective speaking skills so that they are better prepared to speak before groups in business or industry. Principles of content selection, organization, audience analysis, and projection are studied. Three major speeches must be completed to receive credit for the course.

Name: Interpersonal Communication Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: CCP (acceptance at Stark State University)

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts This course examines the theory and application of interpersonal communication concepts and principles,

emphasizing application toward becoming a more competent interpersonal communicator. Areas of study include perception, culture, listening, nonverbal communication, relationships, and conflict.

Course Name: ID Cohort English 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: List Course name

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: Each course covers various genres of literature (short story, novel, epic, drama) as well as a required research paper/writing piece. Other areas of focus include literary techniques, vocabulary, grammar, and presentations in alignment with the state-mandated Common Core State Standards-Extended. A modified textbook version and supplemental texts are used in order to differentiate and scaffold lessons to meet student IEP needs.

Course Name: IB English A Language and Literature SL Grade Level: 11-12

Credit: 2 (1 each year)

Length of Course: Two years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors English II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: The course is taught consecutively for two years. It combines the study of language, literary devices, rhetoric, literary content, and literary analysis.Students will focus on conceptual understanding, international-mindedness, global issues and the texts read as demonstrated through a learner portfolio.

Course Name: IB English A Language and Literature HL Grade Level: 11-12

Credit: 2 (1 each year)

Length of Course: Two years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors English II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Course Name: ENG COMP 124 Grade Level:

Credit: 3 undergraduate credit hours (college)

11-12

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Compass 70 or above; ACT 18 or above; ENG010 or ENG105 proficiency

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: This course emphasizes writing based on reading response with review of essay development, grammar, and punctuation. Emphasis is on the process of drafting, revising, and editing to achieve clarity. A research project requiring academic research uses APA or MLA documentation.

Course Name: British Literature ENG 233 Grade Level:

Credit: 3 undergraduate credit hours ( college)

11-12

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: ENG COMP 124

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: English Language Arts Course Description: This course covers British literature from the Middle Ages to the early modern period. Students will read, discuss, and write about works by British authors in their historical and cultural contexts. Emphasis will be placed on the critical reading of the works and techniques used to analyze them.

Course Name: Career and Life Planning Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: N/A

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: Career and Life Planning is a survey course about life after high school and career planning. Reading aloud, participation, and oral presentations are required.

Course Name: Speech Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: N/A

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: A general public speaking course for all students.

Name: Journalistic Writing Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: N/A

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: This course prepares students for careers in media - newspapers, magazines, and writing for news websites. The course presents news gathering, researching, and interviewing skills as a means to stimulate and structure student writing into the most logical and readable forms of news writing, feature writing, sports writing, and commentary. Students will also examine law and ethics that pertain to the student press. An understanding of computerized page design and desktop publishing is also gained. Students who take this course should be interested in writing and interviewing others about the community around them.

Name: Creative Writing Grade Level: 9-12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: N/A

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: This course is designed for students who enjoy writing poetry and narratives. Students will spend the semester exploring the structure of stories, studying and writing a character analysis, exploring tips to write descriptively, writing short stories, studying tone of poetry, word choice in poetry and techniques for writing poetry. This is a writing intensive class. Students will write almost every day.

Course Name: News Staff Grade Level: 10-12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Suggested journalistic writing

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: The primary goal of this course is to produce nine issues of the student newspaper, The Eagle, and to run the news website. Students have major responsibilities for leadership in the production of the newspaper and the website. Students apply techniques peculiar to journalism in the areas of interviewing, copy revision, page design, desktop publishing, art, photography, newspaper management, advertising, sales, and promotions. Students will learn to use industry standard Adobe Indesign and Photoshop. Students will also have opportunities to learn how to operate WordPress. An important aspect of news staff is selling advertisements to support the paper. Students will be required to sell ads as part of their news staff class assignments. Students also may have to attend after school events or set up after school interviews. Juniors and seniors may enroll in an honors version. The honors version of the course involves more assignments which will further the student’s understanding of journalism and the media. Students who are successful in this class are students who enjoy talking to students and staff, students who enjoy writing, and students who enjoy learning about the community and world around them.

Course Name: Publication Arts (Yearbook) Grade Level: 10-12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Suggested Journalistic Writing

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: The primary goal of this course is to produce the GlenOak High School yearbook known as the Aurum. Students have major responsibilities for leadership of this publication. The students apply techniques peculiar to journalism in the areas of interviewing, copy revision, page design, desktop publishing, photography, caption writing, management, advertising, sales, and promotions. Students will learn to use industry standard Adobe Indesign as well. Students are required to attend after school events. An important aspect of Publication Arts is selling advertisements to support the yearbook. Students will be required to sell ads as part of their Publication Arts class assignments. Students will go through a class training session teaching them techniques of selling advertising. Juniors and seniors may enroll in an honors version. The honors version of the course involves more assignments which will further the student’s understanding of journalism and the media. Soft skills Student should be interested in writing, taking pictures, covering school events, feel comfortable interviewing others and willing to use/learn computer equipment.

Course Name: Algebra I Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: In Algebra, students will be using skills acquired from previous math classes as well as standards from the Ohio New Learning Standards to set up equations by applying problem-solving skills to find the solution of real-world problems. They will be studying and exploring the following topics: solving equations with one or more variables, and with variables on both sides; inequalities; functions: both linear and nonlinear; systems of equations; exponent rules; and multiplying and factoring polynomials. This is an all year -long course that is worth one math credit towards the required four for graduation and will provide constant support for the upcoming Algebra 1 OST.

Course Name: Honors Algebra I Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: In Honors Algebra 1, students will be taught at an accelerated pace, requiring students to apply content knowledge and problem-solving skills to complete extensive independent work. Previous math content will be utilized in order to apply problem-solving skills to find the solution to real-world problems. They will be studying and exploring the following topics: solving equations with one or more variables, and with variables on both sides; inequalities; functions: both linear and nonlinear; systems of equations; exponent rules; and multiplying and factoring polynomials. This is an all year -long course that is worth one math credit towards the required four for graduation and will provide constant support for the upcoming Algebra 1 OST.

Course Name: Geometry Grade Level: 9-10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Geometry will build upon what was learned in Algebra I. This year will focus directly on Geometry, but will incorporate algebra skills to solve problems. They will be studying parts of the following topics: points, lines, planes, geometric reasoning, circles, triangles, angle relationships in triangles and other polygons, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, congruence, transformations, and polygons. Geometry is a state-tested subject, so OST type questions will be incorporated throughout the year.

Course Name: Honors Geometry Grade Level: 9-10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra I

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course will be taught at an accelerated pace, requiring students to apply content knowledge and skills to complete extensive independent work. Students will be studying the following topics: points, lines, planes, geometric reasoning, circles, triangles, angle relationships in triangles and other polygons, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, congruence, transformations, and polygons. Geometry is a state-tested subject, so OST type questions will be incorporated throughout the year.

Course Name: Algebra II Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Algebra II is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts. Algebra II develops advanced Algebra skills such as linear functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, rational and radical functions, linear systems, matrices, trigonometry, sequence and series, conics, and probability. The content of this course is important for student success on both the ACT and college mathematics entrance exams.

Course Name: Honors Algebra II Grade Level: 9 - 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry I

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course will be offered as an advanced/accelerated Algebra II course with emphasis on covering more topics in depth than traditional Algebra II and at a faster pace to prepare for Honors PreCalculus or Pre-Calculus. The course will include linear functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, rational and radical functions, linear systems, matrices, trigonometry, sequence and series, conics, and probability. Students should expect assignments on a daily basis and understand that grades will be based on a limited number of test scores. The demanding nature of this course will represent more of a college-grading plan which will require proper budgeting of time in class and out of class.

Course Name: Pre-Algebra II Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra I Geometry I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course is designed as a continuation of Algebra I to review foundational skills for Algebra II. Second semester begins Algebra II skills. Topics will include a foundation of equations, several family of functions including linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential functions and systems, as well as radical expressions, complex numbers, and logarithms. Students taking this course will take Algebra II the following year. Course Name: College Algebra Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: This course is driven to prepare students for college-level mathematics. The course integrates topics of study from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and mathematical logic. A conceptual understanding of course content is expected. Course Name: Pre-Calculus Grade Level:

Credit: 1

10 - 12

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: : Pre-calculus is an excellent college preparatory course, whether or not one intends to pursue mathematics further. A number of concepts from previous courses are reviewed and expanded upon. New areas include rational functions, radical functions, conic sections, parametric equations, polar equations, vectors, sequences and series, mathematical induction, areas of oddly-shaped polygons, and trigonometry, including functions, graphs, applications and proofs.

Course Name: Honors Pre-Calculus Grade Level: 10-12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: After successfully completing Honors Algebra 2, this course will provide an in-depth study of all topics essential to the study of IB Mathematics HL, IB Mathematics SL, or AP Calculus. This accelerated course combines the trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic techniques needed to prepare students for the study of calculus, and strengthens students’ conceptual understanding of problems and mathematical reasoning in solving problems. Facility with these topics is especially important for students intending to study calculus, physics, and other sciences, and/or engineering in college. Students will be actively engaged in problem solving, reasoning, connecting and communicating mathematically as they explore families of functions. Special emphasis will be on the Exponential, Logarithmic, Logistic, Trigonometric and Inverse Trigonometric functions from numerical, graphical, and algebraic approaches. Additional topics to be investigated include Sequences, Series, Polar Coordinate System, DeMoivre’s Theorem, Binomial Theorem and Math Induction.

Course Name: AP Statistics Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Advanced Placement Statistics is offered to students who wish to complete studies equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based, college course in statistics. The purpose is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and Experimentation, Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference.

Course Name: Statistics Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course is designed to expose students to statistics. Topics will include: gathering and understanding data, describing and modeling distributions, investigating regressions, statistical sampling, designing experiments, probability, and inference. Students will use a scientific calculator every class. Here, students will have an opportunity to apply abstract concepts to real-world settings to make decisions based on probabilities of specific events.

Course Name: AP Calculus AB Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Advanced Placement Calculus AB consists of a full high school academic year of work and is comparable to a calculus course in colleges and universities. It is expected that students who take this course will seek college credit, college placement or both from institutions of higher learning. Differential and integral calculus skills and techniques are taught, plus their many applications to real-world phenomena.

Course Name: Core Plus Math Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: ..25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: IEP services, OST projections/results, Struggle/Failure of Courses, Reinforcement and extra math practice.

Grading Scale: Pass/Fail

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: The purpose of Plus Math is to ensure that students are College and Career Ready. The focus will be on reinforcement of Math content, direct instruction in skill deficits, and pre-teaching of core content skills. Students will be expected to demonstrate progress through diagnostic assessments. 47

Course Name: Algebra Success Grade Level: 9 - 12 Length of Course:

Credit: 0.25 Fee: No

Semester

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Grading Scale: Pass / Fail

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Algebra Success is designed for students who are retaking the Algebra 1 Ohio State Test (OST) in order to earn more points towards their graduation requirement. The class provides the opportunity for students to review standards that are tested on the OST which includes the following topics: solving equations, inequalities, functions: both linear and quadratic, systems of equations, exponent rules, scatter plots, exponential equations, and multiplying and factoring polynomials.

Course Name: Geometry Success Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 0.25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Geometry

Grading Scale: Pass / Fail

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: Geometry Success is designed for students who are retaking the Geometry Ohio State Test (OST) in order to earn more points towards their graduation requirement. The class provides the opportunity for students to review standards that are tested on the Geometry OST which includes the following topics: trigonometry, circles, triangles, similarity, congruence, polygons, and parallel lines.

Course Name: IB Mathematics: Application and interpretation SL Grade Level: 11- 12

Credit: 1 credit hour per year, 1.25 weighted grade

Length of Course: 2 years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Geometry

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course is taught consecutively over two years. This course will study applications and interpretation of mathematics with an emphasis on statistics, modeling and use of technology. and the largest section is on statistical techniques. It is designed for students with varied mathematical backgrounds and abilities. It offers students opportunities to learn important concepts and techniques and to gain an understanding of a wide variety of mathematical topics. It prepares students to be able to solve problems in a variety of settings, to develop more sophisticated mathematical reasoning, and to enhance their critical thinking. This course is aimed at students who will go on to study subjects such as social sciences, natural sciences, statistics, business, humanities, psychology, languages or arts, and design. These students may need to utilize statistics and logical reasoning that they have learned as part of the mathematical studies SL course in their future studies.

Course Name: IB Mathematics: Analysis and approaches SL Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 1 credit hour per year, 1.25 weighted grade

Length of Course: 2 years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course is taught consecutively over two years. This course is designed for students who already possess a strong knowledge of mathematical concepts and the skills needed to apply mathematical techniques correctly. The majority of these students will expect to need a sound mathematical background as they prepare for future studies in subjects such as chemistry, economics, psychology and business administration. Students should, wherever possible, apply the mathematical knowledge they have acquired to solve realistic problems set in an appropriate context. In order to do this, students will draw on knowledge from many previous math courses as well as topics learned in this course. Core topics that will be studied are Number and Algebra, Functions and equations, Geometry and trigonometry, Statistics and

Course Name: IB Mathematics: Analysis and approaches SL Grade Level:

Credit: 1 credit hour per year, 1.25 weighted grade

11 - 12

Length of Course: 2 years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 2

Grading Scale: 5.0

Course Name: IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 1 credit hour per year, 1.25 weighted grade

Length of Course: 2 years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Math Course Description: This course is taught consecutively over two years. This course is for students with a strong background in mathematics who possess a wide range of analytical and technical skills. Students who take this course will be likely to include mathematics as a major component of university studies or study topics such as physics, engineering or technology. Some students will take this course because they have a strong passion about mathematics and how it works. Students are encouraged to apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems set in a variety of meaningful contexts and to justify and prove results. This course studies analytical methods with an emphasis on calculus. Core topics that will be studied are Number and Algebra, Functions and equations, Geometry and trigonometry, Statistics and probability, and Calculus. This course will study the core topics in much more depth than the Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL.

Course Name: Weight Training I Grade Level:

Credit: .25

10 - 12

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: The weight training classes at GOHS are designed for students to improve their level of physical fitness and sports-related performance. Improvements in strength training methods and programs have made the single most positive contribution to all interscholastic athletes as well as a students' individual health. Students who participate in this class should be in good physical health and be prepared to train at a high level. This class will be more intense than a basic physical education class. It is not required for a student to be participating in a sport but it is highly recommended. Students should be driven and self-motivated to improve their levels of strength and overall fitness.

Course Name: Weight Training II Grade Level:

Credit: .25

10 - 12

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Weight Training I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Course Name: Plyometrics & Speed Development Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: Plyometric exercise bridges the gap between strength and speed. This course will be valuable to any student wanting to improve his or her athletic performance. This course will serve as a transition from strength training to power training.

Course Name: Physical Education Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: This is a semester course that will emphasize the benefits of total fitness and a wellness lifestyle that includes regular physical activity. Instruction will include activities that involve both team and individual sports. There will also be instruction on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Course Name: Foundations of Health Services Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee:

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: This course will explore all careers in an allied health field. Possible career options include physician, athletic training, physical therapist, respiratory therapist, nursing aide, and physician’s assistant. Class assignments include projects, computer programs, aptitude assessments, speakers, interviews, and continuous self-evaluation.

Course Name: Healthy Relationships Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Elective Course Description: Healthy Relationships is designed to guide students in developing the skills necessary for establishing sound interpersonal relationships.

Course Name: Weight Training for Girls Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee:

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: This course is designed for all students interested in developing and improving areas of physical fitness, physique, and muscle tone. The students will learn proper techniques of weight training as well as a variety of exercise regimens that will improve overall physical strength. Students should be driven and self-motivated to improve their levels of strength and overall fitness. Students should be in good physical health and be willing to train at a high level.

Course Name: Team and Individual Sports Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: This course will emphasize the benefits of a total fitness and wellness lifestyle. This semester course will provide instruction in a variety of team and individual sports, cardiovascular and fitness activities.

Course Name: Health (Online) Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Computer and Internet Access

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Health Course Description: Good health is both mental and physical. Making good decisions starts with knowing the facts, understanding the consequences, and having the confidence to choose well. A series of signposts in this online course take students through the material, providing information, direction, and a little encouragement. Students learn to use important tools for communicating feelings and opinions. Other tools provide a foundation for becoming a savvy consumer in a world of advertising, credit cards, and focusing on earth-friendly practices that will help the environment. Successful students manage time well and work independently to complete academic tasks.

Course Name: Fitness Walking Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .25

Length of Course: Semester

Fee:

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: The purpose of this course is o facilitate the development and maintenance of physical fitness by using fitness walking as the activity and to assist students in setting and achieving personal goals. Successful students in this course possess the willingness to set and achieve personal goals by using fitness walking as the activity.

Course Name: Physical Education (Online) Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Computer and Internet Access

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Physical Education Course Description: In this Personal Fitness courses, students are required to participate in weekly cardiovascular, flexibility and strength and endurance activities. Students who are unable to participate in such physical exercises will be unable to complete the requirements of this Personal Fitness course. 54

Course Name: AP Biology Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Biology

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Science Course Description: AP Biology is designed to offer students a solid foundation in college level introductory biology. As a college level course, the amount of material covered, as well as the complexity of the topic will be high. The framework for the AP Biology Course is organized by The College Board and is broken into the following four big ideas: 1. The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life. 2. Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks grow to reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis. 3. Living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information essential to life processes. 4. Biological systems interact and these systems and possess complex properties Course Name: Anatomy & Physiology Grade Level:

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Biology

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Science Course Description: This course is designed to teach the student about the human body and how it works. There is a textbook for the course and it begins with the body at the basic building block of an atom, on to the cellular level, cells combine to form tissues, tissues then layer to make organs, and then each organ within each organ system will be discovered. Course Name: Biology Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Science Course Description: This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is on basic cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. Laboratory exercises reinforce lecture topics and include microscope techniques. 55

Course Name: Physical Science Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Course Description: Integrated Physical Lab Science is an inquiry-based course designed to familiarize students with science processes, skills, and understandings related to a wide range of topics in the physical sciences (chemistry, physics, weather, and the Universe). During this course, students will learn to identify the basic questions and concepts that guide scientific investigation and to design and conduct investigations. The content of the course will increase science knowledge and prepare students for district and statewide assessments.

Course Name: Life Science Grade Level: 9

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Course Description:This course is designed to provide fundamental background information for those students interested in a life science career. The information covered in this course will prepare students for future courses and career pathways at GlenOak High School (Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Nursing Program Pathway & Health Tech Pathway). This course gives students the ability to exercise their creativity and at the same time take advantage of various forms of available technology (on-line projects / virtual lab activities, internet research, multimedia presentations, etc.) to apply learned concepts. The course will conclude with a dissection of a fetal pig to culminate information learned throughout the semester.

Course Name: Honors Chemistry Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Physical Science and Honors Algebra I or Honors Geometry

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Honors Chemistry is a high school level course, designed to be taken in grade eleven, which satisfies the Ohio Core science graduation requirements. In Honors Chemistry emphasis is placed on the in-depth study of chemical topics and involves a more rigorous and mathematically oriented study. Laboratory experimentation, critical thinking and problem solving activities enhance development of the major concepts. This class is required to prepare students for the rigor of Advanced Placement Chemistry. Course Name: Chemistry Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Physical Science and Geometry

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Chemistry is a high school level course, designed to be taken in grade eleven, which satisfies the Ohio Core science graduation requirements. In Chemistry, emphasis is placed on the in-depth study of chemical topics and involves a more rigorous and mathematically oriented study. Laboratory experimentation, critical thinking and problem solving activities enhance development of the major concepts. Course Name: Environmental Science Grade Level: 11

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: List Course name

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Course Description: Environmental Science explores how various interactions operate within nature and how humans can influence these interactions. This course will discuss today’s environmental issues and the possible solutions. Students will learn the connection between science, technology, and society. Students will apply scientific knowledge to current environmental issues and will become a better-informed citizen and decision-maker. Students will relate global, national, and local issues to concepts they learned in the environmental science classroom.

Course Name: IB Biology SL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Biology or an “A” in Biology with teacher recommendation

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Course Description: Biology SL is a two year course that is geared towards the student who does not plan to major in Science in College. This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the biological world in a rigorous, interactive fashion. During the first year students will study the following concepts:ecology, energy flow, climate change, evolution, biodiversity, molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, cell biology, origin of cells, cell replication, genetics. Students will also complete the Group 4 project during the first year. This project will students to examine Human Impacts on Ecosystems through collaborative work, research and exploration. The second year of Biology SL will focus on human physiology and human nutrition.

Course Name: Honors Physical Science Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: N/A

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description:This honors course is an inquiry-based course designed to familiarize students with science processes, skills, and understandings related to a wide range of topics in the physical sciences (chemistry, physics, weather, and the Universe). During this course, students will learn to identify the basic questions and concepts that guide scientific investigation and to design and conduct investigations. The content of the course will increase science knowledge and prepare students for future chemistry and physics courses as well as district and statewide assessments.

Course Name: Geology Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Motivation to learn about Rocks, Grading Scale: 4.0 Minerals and the processes that create those resources Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: Geology encompasses many different phenomena, including plate tectonics and mountain building, volcanoes and earthquakes, and the evolution of Earth’s atmosphere, surface and life. Because of the ever-increasing demand for resources, the growing exposure to natural hazards, and the changing climate, geology is of considerable societal relevance. This course introduces students to the basics of geology. Through a combination of lectures, labs, and field observations, we will address topics ranging from mineral and rock identification to the origin of the continents, from geologic mapping to plate tectonics, and from erosion by rivers and glaciers to the history of life.

Course Name: Honors Biology Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: Students will study the foundations of modern biology from an integrated evolutionary, ecological and molecular perspective. Course concepts will focus on the biological organization of living systems, the molecular biology of cells, energy transformations in ecosystems, the inheritance of traits, and species interactions from an evolutionary and ecological perspective.

Course Name: AP Chemistry Grade Level: 11

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Chemistry and Honors Algebra II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: AP Chemistry is equivalent to 2 semesters (10 credit hours) of college chemistry for science majors with a laboratory component. It is a class recommended for highly motivated high school students that are prepared to spend a minimum of 5 hours per week studying outside of class. Successful students entering this course should have a firm foundation of algebraic math skills, (including logarithm and natural log) and be able to problem solve using equation manipulation and factor label method.

Course Name: IB Biology HL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Biology or and “A” in Biology with teacher recommendation

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Course Description: This course is taught over a two year period and is geared towards the student who strives to pursue an education in HealthCare or Life Science. Students will explore the biological world in a rigorous and inquiry based fashion. During the first year students will study the following topics: ecology, evolution and diversity, molecular biology, cell respiration, photosynthesis, plant biology, cell biology, genetics, inheritance and genetics and evolution. At the end of the first year students will complete the Group 4 Project and examine Human Impacts on Ecosystems. Students in HL Biology will be assessed in multiple formats, in order to accurately assess their understanding of content. Each student will complete internal and external assessments

Course Name: Geology Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: Physics is a course in which students study the mathematical equations that can be used to quantify the world we live in. Students will study topics such as kinematics (projectile motion), dynamics (forces), circular motion, energy, and momentum. Upon completion, students will be able to use equations to describe how objects will move and respond to different stimuli. Course Name: Honors Physics Grade Level: 10 (advanced math)

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: Honors Physics is a course in which students study the mathematical equations that can be used to quantify the world we live in. Students will study topics such as kinematics (projectile motion), dynamics (forces), circular motion, energy, and momentum. Upon completion, students will be able to use equations to describe how objects will move and respond to different stimuli.

Course Name: AP Physics Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Physics

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: AP Physics is a course in which students study the mathematical equations that can be used to quantify the world we live in. Students will study topics such as kinematics (projectile motion), dynamics (forces), circular motion, energy, momentum, rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, harmonics, and waves. Upon completion, students will be able to use equations to describe how objects will move and respond to different stimuli.

Course Name: IB Physics SL1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: IB Physics SL1 is a two-year course for students who are interested in mathematics and science and enjoy learning about physics. The core topics for the course include measurement and uncertainties, mechanics, thermal physics, waves, electricity and magnetism, circular motion and gravitation, atomic, nuclear and particle physics and energy production. One additional option from the following choices will be chosen to learn as well: relativity, engineering physics, imaging or astrophysics. Inquiry-based learning will also take place through practical activities, the individual investigation, and the Group 4 project with other Experimental science students.

Course Name: IB Physics HL1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Leave blank as will be completed later Course Description: IB Physics HL1 is a two-year course for students who are very interested in mathematics and science and pursuing a career in a related field. The core topics for the course include measurement and uncertainties, mechanics, thermal physics, waves, electricity and magnetism, circular motion and gravitation, atomic, nuclear and particle physics and energy production. Additional higher level (AHL) topics for learning include wave phenomena, fields, electromagnetic induction, and quantum and nuclear physics. One additional option from the following choices will be chosen to learn as well: relativity, engineering physics, imaging or astrophysics. Inquiry-based learning will also take place through practical activities, the individual investigation, and the Group 4 project with other Experimental science students.

Course Name: Modern World History Grade Level: 9

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: This course examines world events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Course Name: Psychology Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Introduction to Psychology is an elective course that is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and cognition. This course presents an overview of psychological approaches, as well as an in depth look at history of the field, key people, significant research studies, human development, and mental illness. Successful students have earned a C or higher in previous Social Studies classes.

Course Name: Advanced Placement Psychology Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description:This Advanced Placement Psychology program offers a college-level preparation course and is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of humans and animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. Additionally, students will learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. This is a very fast paced course with high rigor. Regular attendendance is crucial to student success.

Course Name: United States Government Grade Level:

Credit:

Length of Course:

Fee: No

Full Year

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Students will focus on the origin and structure of our government as well as how the American people govern themselves at the national, state, and local levels. We will look at how the U.S. has extended rights to different groups throughout history. Students will explore the fundamentals that guide individuals and nations as they make choices about how to use limited resources to satisfy their wants, including financial resources.

Course Name: World War II Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: World War II is a semester long class that focuses on one of the world’s greatest conflicts. Emphasis and focus will be placed upon not only specific battles and turning points of the war, but also how the war changed the world and the lasting impact it had on people and their lives. This course is designed to promote critical thinking skills and constructive interaction among students. The acquisition of knowledge on how the United States and the world responded to tyranny and oppression is imperative so that all students may become active and informed citizens in their community and their country.

Course Name: American History Grade Level: 10

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: United States History is an integrated survey course of American studies from 1877 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on 20th century events and preparation for the Ohio State Test in American History. Themes studied in this course include an examination of the federal republic’s responses to challenges to its national security, the expansion of the rights and roles of its citizens, a study of episodes of its past, how these episodes have shaped the nature of the country today, how past events have prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow and their meaning for today’s citizens.

Course Name: Advanced Placement American History Grade Level:

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: AP U.S. History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university U.S. history course. In AP U.S. History students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine historical periods from approximately 1491 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments, making historical comparisons, and utilizing reasoning about contextualization, causation, and continuity and change over time.

Course Name: Advanced Placement World History Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: AP World History is a college-level course covering world history from 8000 B.C.E. to the present. Civilizations and events are studied through the themes of geography, government, economics, society, religion, technology and arts and architecture. Students will study diverse perspectives through primary and secondary sources and learn historical interpretation, analysis, and synthesis through seminars and writing. The AP World History test is in May yearly and students are assessed through multiple choice, short answer, long essay and document-based questions.

Course Name: Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Grade Level: 11

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: American History

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: This college level course introduces students to key political ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles and behaviors that characterize the political culture of the United States. The course examines politically significant concepts and themes, through which students learn to apply disciplinary reasoning, assess causes and consequences of political events and interpret data to develop evidence-based arguments.

Course Name: Honors Modern World History Grade Level: 9

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Suggest an “A” or “B” in eighth grade social studies

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Same description as standard World History, but with a focus on reading and writing to prepare students for future Advanced Placement classes.

Course Name: Sociology Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Introduction to Sociology

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Introduction to Sociology examines how individuals behave in groups. Broad topics include: Family, Adolescence, Gender, Crime, Dating, Personality Development and Personal Growth.

Course Name: Holocaust Grade Level: 10 - 12

Credit: .5

Length of Course: Semester

Fee:

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Introduction to Holocaust examines the events leading up to the Holocaust, Germany during Nazi rule, and the events directly after the camps were liberated. Course Name: IB Psychology SL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Psychology SL is an academically challenging course that provides an in depth analysis of human thinking and behaviour. Students learn to understand the biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences on human behaviour and explore alternative explanations of behaviour. This course emphasizes the development of critical-thinking and reflective skills, research skills, independent thinking skills, and the development of intercultural understanding. This course drastically differs from Advanced Placement Psychology as this has a much more in depth scientific and statistical research theme and slower pace.

Course Name: IB Global Politics SL/HL 1 and 2 Grade Level:

Credit: 2

11 12

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: American History

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: Social Studies Course Description: Global Politics HL and SL are academically challenging courses that provides an indepth analysis of power, sovereignty and international relations, human rights, development, and peace and conflict. All students will participate in an engagement activity on a political issue of personal interest complemented with research. Student in HL will additionally focus on political issues of the environment, poverty, health, identity, borders, and security. This course emphasizes the development of critical-thinking and reflective skills, research skills, independent thinking skills, and the development of intercultural understanding.

Course Name: Spanish I Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This is an introductory course designed for students with little or no previous study of Spanish. This course teaches basic language patterns, vocabulary and cultural aspects of the target language. Students practice daily to improve pronunciation and fluency in the target language, engage with technology for formative and summative assessments, as well as complete traditional (paper/pencil) activities in class. Students’ progress is monitored over all modalities: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: Spanish II Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Spanish 1

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Spanish II is a blended-learning course for students who successfully completed a fullyear Spanish I course but do not wish to pursue language study past level II or III. Students expand their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, while placing emphasis on the development and refinement of language skills in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension and the culture of the Spanish-speaking people. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: Honors Spanish II* Grade Level: 9 - 12

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee:

Prerequisite: Spanish 1

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Honors Spanish II is a blended-learning course for students who successfully completed a full-year Spanish I course and wish to pursue language study to level III and beyond. Students expand their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. The emphasis of the course is on development and refinement of language skills in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension and on the culture of the Spanish-speaking people. Students practice daily to improve pronunciation and fluency in the target language. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required. An increased emphasis will be placed on speaking, reading, and writing in the modes of communication that lead to AP Spanish IV.

Course Name: Honors Spanish III Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Spanish III

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Honors Spanish III is an upper-level language course designed for students who have successfully completed a full year of Honors Spanish II or Spanish II. During the course, students continue to develop their language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. In Spanish III, students become proficient in expressing more complex ideas in the language, particularly in writing. Students speak Spanish actively in class to improve pronunciation and fluency and daily participation is stressed. There is increased emphasis on the culture of Spanish-speaking people, and students learn about artists, designers, writers and other individuals from Spain and Latin América who have made lasting contributions to our society and world. Increased emphasis is made on all of the modes of communication that lead to AP Spanish IV and IB Spanish SL and HL. Homework and outside study is expected in order to increase knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.

Course Name: AP Spanish IV Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite:Honors Spanish III

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: AP Spanish IV is a comprehensive course in which advanced students develop strong proficiency in all modes of communication: speaking, writing, listening and reading. Students develop these skills in thematic units of study and there is continued emphasis on the acquisition of cultural knowledge of the Spanish-speaking world, including: art, literature, music, history and current events. Students write weekly on a variety of topics and there is daily speaking of the target language in class, with an emphasis on interpersonal and presentational speaking synthesized with research and reading of, and listening to, authentic resources. The course follows the guidelines of the College Board to prepare students for the AP exam in Spanish Language and Culture or for placement into an intermediate or upper-level college language course.

Course Name: Spanish B Ab initio 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Year 1: Students will achieve an intermediate-high level in reading, writing, speaking and listening proficiency over the course of 2 years. The interests, needs and social contexts of the students are taken into account in the planning and delivery of the course. An appropriate range of vocabulary and grammatical structures is integrated into the teaching. Year 2: Second year students will continue to expand their range of expression in the above-mentioned areas and converse on a wide variety of themes in the major tenses (present, past and future). These classes are conducted primarily in the target language.

Course Name: Spanish B SL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Spanish II* or III*

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Year 1: Intermediate course in which students establish a strong communicative foundation in the four skill areas: reading, writing, listening, and speaking via authentic texts, audio, and video. Students develop proficiency in complex functions such as narrating past events, describing future plans, expressing opinions, hypothesizing, and giving advice. The course emphasizes application of more sophisticated vocabulary. Year 2: Upper intermediate course in which students continue to build strong communicative foundation. Students continue to explore global themes. Students develop proficiency in increasingly complex functions such as predicting, persuading, hypothesizing, synthesizing information, and describing and discussing images. The course emphasizes acquisition as well as application of more sophisticated vocabulary. These classes are conducted primarily in the target language.

Course Name: Spanish B HL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 - 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors Spanish III*

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Year 1: Upper intermediate course in which students build upon a strong communicative foundation in the four skill areas: reading, writing, listening, and speaking via authentic and varied texts, audio, and video, students explore global themes. Students develop proficiency in increasingly complex functions such as predicting, persuading, hypothesizing, synthesizing information, and describing and discussing images. The course emphasizes acquisition of more sophisticated vocabulary. Year 2: Building on the skills practiced in previous levels, this course aims to develop fluency in written and spoken communication. Students express themselves in writing via a variety of text types such as formal persuasive essays, emails, blogs, and articles. They describe and analyze images, and read for comprehension and literary analysis. Course content is comprised of authentic texts and media with a global emphasis. This course is conducted in Spanish, and students fine tune their use of register, diction, and intonation.

Course Name: French I Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This is an introductory course designed for students with little or no previous study in French. The course is devoted to the acquisition of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension skills. Culture is an integral part of the course. In addition to written tests and quizzes, students may also be assessed by means of oral activities. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: French II Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: French I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: French II is a continuation of the skills learned in French I. Students expand their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on development and refinement of language skills in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension with an increased emphasis on grammatical structures and the culture of the French people and the arts. In addition to written tests and quizzes, students may also be assessed by means of oral activities. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: Honors French II Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: French I

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Honors French II is a continuation of the skills learned in French I. Students expand their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on development and refinement of language skills in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension with an increased emphasis on grammatical structures and the culture of the French people and the arts. In addition to written tests and quizzes, students may also be assessed by means of oral activities. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required. An increased emphasis will be placed on speaking, reading and writing in the modes of communication that lead to IB and AP French courses.

Course Name: Honors French III Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Honors French II

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: French III focuses on increasing fluency in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension. Complex grammatical structures are presented, with an emphasis on real-life application of the language. In addition to written tests and quizzes, homework, oral and written presentations are an integral part of this course. Active participation is required. Continued emphasis will be placed on speaking, reading and writing in the modes of communication that lead to IB and AP French courses.

Course Name: Honors French IV Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors French III

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Honors French IV is intended for advanced students who wish to refine their French skills in the areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension. Complex grammatical structures are presented and applied. In addition to written tests and quizzes, homework, oral and written presentations are an integral part of this course. The class is conducted almost exclusively in French and students likewise are expected to communicate in French.

Course Name: AP French V Grade Level: 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors French IV

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: The AP French Language and Culture course is an advanced study of language and culture. This course provides intensive preparation for the AP French Language and Culture Exam through speaking, oral comprehension, advanced reading and composition, vocabulary development and grammar review. When communicating, students in this course are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the culture(s), incorporate interdisciplinary topics (connections), and make comparisons between the target language and their native language in real-life settings. The class is conducted almost exclusively in French and students likewise are expected to communicate in French.

Course Name: French B Ab initio 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 5.0

Course Name: French B SL 1 and 2 Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors French II* or III*

Grading Scale: 5.0

Course Name: French B HL Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 2

Length of Course: 2 Years

Fee: Yes

Prerequisite: Honors French III

Grading Scale: 5.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Year 1: Upper intermediate course in which students build upon a strong communicative foundation in the four skill areas: reading, writing, listening, and speaking via authentic and varied texts, audio, and video, students explore global themes. Students develop proficiency in increasingly complex functions such as predicting, persuading, hypothesizing, synthesizing information, and describing and discussing images. The course emphasizes acquisition of more sophisticated vocabulary. Year 2: Building on the skills practiced in previous levels, this course aims to develop fluency in written and spoken communication. Students express themselves in writing via a variety of text types such as formal persuasive essays, emails, blogs, and articles. They describe and analyze images, and read for comprehension and literary analysis. Course content is comprised of authentic texts and media with a global emphasis. This course is conducted in French, and students fine tune their use of register, diction, and intonation.

Course Name: Chinese I Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: The full year course is designed for beginners and aims at acquisition of the usual basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Basic grammar and an introduction to Chinese culture will be presented. Pinyin (the most widely used Chinese phonetic system) will be taught as a tool to learn the spoken language. Students will also learn Chinese characters in order to be able to communicate effectively in real Chinese situations.

Course Name: Chinese II Grade Level: 9 - 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Chinese I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This full year course is designed for students with prior experience in listening, speaking, reading and writing Chinese at the elementary level. While students will be trained in all four skills, more emphasis will be given to oral communication, expanding vocabulary, and understanding Chinese culture. To facilitate the study of the language, different aspects of Chinese culture and society will be introduced through group activities, multimedia programs, and research projects throughout the course. Course Name: Honors Chinese II Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Chinese I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This full year course is designed for students with prior experience in listening, speaking, reading and writing Chinese at the elementary level. While students will be trained in all four skills, more emphasis will be given to reading and writing Chinese characters, expanding vocabulary, and understanding Chinese culture. Students are expected to investigate and present Chinese culture and history in on a regular basis. Course Name: Honors Chinese III Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Chinese II or Honors Chinese II

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This full year course offers Chinese for daily communication through intensive study and practice in written and spoken Chinese. Students will carry on conversations and participate in classroom discussions in Mandarin Chinese on various topics associated with daily life and learn to write short passages in Chinese characters. This course also explores definitions of culture and analyzes the dynamic role of language in culture and culture in language, with an aim to foster cross-cultural awareness and selfrealization, while developing proficiency in Chinese.

Course Name: Honors Chinese IV Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: Honors Chinese III

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This full-year course refines and further develops students’ abilities in Chinese oral and formal written communication. It also provides an introduction to literary Chinese and ancient Chinese literature. Students will engage in real-life situational role plays and engage in discussions of and make formal oral presentations of cultural, news and literary readings. Students will enhance their understanding and appreciation of cultural beliefs, attitudes and practices.

Course Name: American Sign Language I Grade Level: 9 10 11 12

Credit:

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: None

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This is an introductory, blended-learning course designed for students with little or no previous study of ASL. This course teaches basic language patterns, vocabulary and cultural aspects of the target language. Students practice daily to improve production and fluency in the target language; engage with technology for formative and summative assessments, as well as complete traditional (paper/pencil) activities in class. Student progress is monitored over the modalities of receptive and expressive language. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: American Sign Language II Grade Level: 10 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: American Sign Language I

Grading Scale: 4.0

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: This is an introductory, blended-learning course designed for students who have successfully completed American Sign Language I. This course continues with basic language patterns, vocabulary and cultural aspects of the target language. Students practice daily to improve production and fluency in the target language, engage with technology for formative and summative assessments, as well as complete traditional (paper/pencil) activities in class. Student progress is monitored over the modalities of receptive and expressive language. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Course Name: Honors American Sign Language III Grade Level: 11 12

Credit: 1

Length of Course: Full Year

Fee: No

Prerequisite: American Sign Language II

Grading Scale: 4.5

Graduation Requirement Category: World Language Course Description: Honors American Sign Language III is a blended-learning course for students who successfully completed American Sign Language I and II. Students expand their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and Deaf culture. The emphasis of the course is on development, knowledge, and refinement of language skills in the areas of receptive and expressive skills to improve ability to effectively communicate with native users of the target language. Students practice daily to improve production and fluency in target language. Homework assignments are an integral part of this course and active participation is required.

Schedule Change Policy Requesting a schedule change: •

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● Students have through the first week of June to request a “change of mind” schedule change. Please complete the online form for all requests made by the last day of the prior school year. https://tinyurl.com/GlenOakschedulechange Please keep in mind that approval of adding a different course to your schedule is dependent upon sufficient available seats and enrollment in the course you wish to add, as well as meeting prerequisite requirements. After the last day of school, only the following changes will be allowed during the first eight (8) days of each semester (semester classes only): ○ Upgrading the schedule – adding a class in place of a study hall. ○ Dropping a class because the student has no study hall. ○ Level Change – teacher recommendation only. i.e. AP U.S. History to US History

Changes in course level (honors/regular; regular/honors): Academic misplacement: •

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If it is suspected that a student is academically misplaced in an honors level course and the student is seeking to move down to the corresponding regular level course outside of the normal drop/add period, the student and teacher must provide documentation for the following: interventions provided, parent contacts that have taken place, as well as assessment data. The student’s advising team, which should include the honors level teacher, regular level teacher who would potentially be receiving the student, academy principal, counselor, student and parent) will review the documentation and the team will determine if the student is academically misplaced. If it is determined that the student has been academically misplaced, the student will be moved into the regular level course and the student’s grades from the previous class will be averaged in with the grades earned in the new course. If it is suspected that a student is academically misplaced in a regular level course, and is seeking to move into an honors section of the corresponding course outside the normal drop/add period, the student and teacher must provide data (i.e. assessments, work samples) supporting the feasibility of the student moving into the honors level class. Documentation must be submitted to the student’s advising team, which should include the teacher, honors teacher who would potentially be receiving the student, academy principal, counselor, student and parent. The committee will review the documentation and the team will determine if academic misplacement has occurred. If it is determined that the student has been academically misplaced, the student will be moved into the honors level course and the student’s grades from the previous class will be averaged in with the grades earned in the new course.

Reporting Schedule Changes to Colleges: •

If any changes are made to a senior’s schedule after his or her counselor has submitted their initial transcripts for college applications, Counselors will send updated schedules/transcripts reflecting those changes to all the colleges to which the student has applied.

College Credit Plus (CCP) Courses: •

All CCP courses are subject to the universities drop/add deadlines and policies, which may include any fees incurred as a result of dropping the CCP course. The grade the college or university enters on the student’s college transcript as a result of dropping the course will also appear on the student’s high school transcript.

Schedule Change / Add / Drop Form Please complete the form below for all schedule change requests made after the last day of school. STUDENT NAME: ______________________________________________________________________ GRADE: ____________________________ PHONE NUMBER: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMAIL: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CLASS TO DROP: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CLASS TO ADD: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

REA SO N FO R S C HEDULE CHANG E: ____Upgrading the schedule – adding a class in place of a study hall. ____Dropping a class because the student has no study hall. ____Level Change – teacher recommendation only (i.e. AP U.S. History to US History). **If a student is moving into or out of an honors course, a teacher signature and recommendation is needed, appropriate data provided and the Changes in course level (honors/regular; regular/honors) TEACHER SIGNATURE: _________________________________________________________________ DATE: _____________________________ PARENT SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________________ DATE: _____________________________

SE L EC T YO U R COUNS ELOR : 9th Graders with last names beginning with A-M: 9th Graders with last name beginning with N-Z: 10-12th Graders with last names beginning with A-Da: 10-12th Graders with last names beginning with Db-I: 10-12th Graders with last names beginning with J-M: 10-12th Graders with last names beginning with N-S: 10-12th Graders with last names beginning with T-Z:

_____ Mrs. Melissa Slatzer, slatzerm@plainlocal.org _____ Mrs. Heather Zapolnik, zapolnikh@plainlocal.org _____ Ms. Dawn Jones-Harrington, jonesharringtond@plainlocal.org _____ Mrs. Kristen Zurbuch, zurbuchk@plainlocal.org _____ Ms. Theresa Rhoads, rhoadst@plainlocal.org _____ Mrs. Jennifer Howard, howardj@plainlocal.org _____ Mrs. Heather Zapolnik, zapolnikh@plainlocal.org

* * * *FOR OFFICE USE ONLY * * * * Received by: ___________________________________________________________________________ DATE: ______________________________ Notes/Changes made:_ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

GlenOak High School Academic Letter TIM E F R A M E

The 4th nine weeks of the preceding school year (including summer) through the end of the 3rd nine weeks of the current school year

ACAD E M I C R EQ UIR EMENT S

Students must have a 3.0 or higher GPA during two academic checkpoints: At the end of the 1st semester At the end of the 3rd nine weeks

AT T E NDA N C E R EQUIR EMENT S No unexcused absences

B E H AV I O R R EQ U IR EMENT S

No disciplinary referrals during the application period

COM M U N I T Y S ERVICE R EQUIR EMENTS

Must complete 30 hours of community service between the Academic Letter periods Must complete community service reflection paper to certify hours (choose one): Must be submitted after the third nine-week grading period. Final deadline is May 1.

COM M U N I T Y S ERVICE R ES T R ICT IONS

Community service hours for attending games will be capped at 5 hours. Community service hours for teacher’s aide will be capped at 5 hours.

DE A DL IN ES

Final Documentation (online application) Must be submitted after the third nine-week grading period. Final deadline is May 1. Access to submit Academic Letter Community Service Hours and Reflection paper: www.plainlocal.org → Students → High School Resources → High School Resources → Community Service for Academic Letter Form

GlenOak High School Academic Honesty Policy STU DE N T E X P EC TAT IONS , R ES PONSIBILITIE S, A ND RE SOURCE S

It is expected that students will complete and submit authentic work of their own creation based upon the assignment directions and rubrics provided by teachers. If and when students have challenges and difficulties in completing assignments, or questions about how to effectively and honestly complete assignments, students will contact a teacher or librarian for assistance. Students are expected to use appropriate and effective referencing or citations in all assignments as directed by teachers.

TE AC H E R R E S P ONS IB ILIT IES

It is expected that teachers will teach and reinforce academic honesty for all assignments and assessments. Teachers will work with students on effective citing and referencing. If and when students have difficulties with learning, teachers will work with students on how to appropriately locate and reference resources. Teachers are also expected to investigate and address any possible academic dishonesty. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to: • Plagiarism: The representation, intentionally or unwittingly, of the ideas, words, or work of another person without the proper, clear and explicit acknowledgement • Collusion: Supporting the malpractice of another student by allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by another • Duplication of work: The presentation of the same work for different assessment components • Any other behaviour that gains an unfair advantage for a student or that affects the results of another student (for example taking unauthorized material into an assessment, misconduct during an assessment, falsifying a record, disclosure of information to and receipt of information from students about the content of an assessment If a student’s academic honesty is questioned and/or found, the school will follow the identified policy and procedure.

PA R E NT R ES P O NS IB ILIT IES

Parents are expected to act as a support system for students and they are an important partner in communication with teachers. If parents see a student struggling with challenging material and writing, the parent and/or the student will contact the teacher for help. If the parents see an academic malpractice, the parent will work collaboratively and cooperatively with the teachers and the school to support and sustain academic honesty.

ED U C AT I O N A N D S UPPORT IN ACADE M IC HONE STY

Students, teachers, and librarians, will work together with the following educational resources to support teachers in helping students practice responsible, consistent, and effective academic honesty in their work. Adopted referencing systems (based upon subject areas and teacher request): American Psychological Association (APA) Modern Language Association of America (MLA) Purdue Online Writing Lab: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/ UNC Online Writing Lab: http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/

PROC E D U R E S : R EPORT ING , R ECOR DING A ND M ONITO RING AND CO NSEQ U E N CE S School violations of academic honesty for class assessments will be handled as follows: First offense: • Teacher will meet with student and inform the student of academic consequence • Teacher will contact the parent to inform them of adademic consequences • Teacher will report the offense to the student’s principal and counselor Second offense: • Teacher will meet with student and inform the student of academic consequence • Principal will meet with student and parent for a conference Third offense: • Teacher will meet with student and inform the student of academic Consequence • Principal will meet with student and parent for a conference and plan for remediation

RIG H TS O F T H E ST UDENT

Students have a right to conference with teachers, and parents concerning his or her academic honesty. Students will receive written documentation of any academic malpractice allegations consistent with due process. Appendix A: Resources & References Academic honesty in the IB educational context. International Baccalaureate Organization, 2014. Effective citing and referencing. International Baccalaureate Organization, 2014. Ethical Practice in the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Organization, 2006. General regulations: Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Organization, 2011. ManageBac. Faria Systems, LLC. www.managebac.com. 2017 Purdue Online Writing Lab. Purdue University. https://owl.english.purdue.edu/. 1995-2017. Turnitin. Turnitin, LLC. www.turnitin.com. 2016. UNC Online Writing Lab. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/. 2010-2014. Appendix B: Academic Honesty Policy Committee (Spring 2017) Jennifer Austin Michael Babics Megan Bird Jill Collet Pamela Dentler Julie Filliez Werren Dori Hess Christopher Irwin Gayle Kimbrough Alyssia Kobasic Brian Matthews Brent May Michael Milford Melinda Muzi Emily Palmer Maria Speakman

IB English A Language and Literature Teacher/English Team Leader Head Principal IB Psychology Teacher IB Global politics Teacher/Social Studies Team Leader IB Spanish B Teacher/World Languages Team Leader IB French Teacher IB Biology Teacher/Science Team Leader IB Music Teacher Deputy Principal/IB Head of School IB Math studies Teacher Assistant Superintendent Superintendent Director of School Improvement/Curriculum 7-12 IB Extended Essay Coordinator IBDP Coordinator/TOK Teacher/CAS Coordinator IB Mathematics Teacher/Math Team Leader