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Course Handbook Introduction

Lewistown High School is a four-year public high school serving District #97. The purpose of this booklet is to give students a brief outline of all courses taught at LHS. Included are course descriptions, pre-requisites (courses you must have had previously), amount of credit given for each subject, required subjects, graduation requirements, grade reports, and honor roll. 

Lewistown High School is a member of the Prairieland Conference. Boys compete in football, basketball, baseball, and track. Girls compete in basketball, volleyball, softball, track, and participate in cheerleading.

 

Selection of Courses

Students should select subjects with the help and cooperation of the school counselor, teachers, and parents. Keep in mind future plans throughout the four years of high school and after graduation. It is advisable to take at least two courses in a department and more if possible so that you may obtain a good basic understanding of the subject area. 

Parents are invited to visit the high school at any time concerning their student’s choice of subjects or in regard to any other question or problem they might have.

 

SCHEDULE CHANGES

 Schedule changes will be done by the school counselor. Schedule changes may be made the first five days of school and the first two days of the second semester. After that point, schedule changes will be made only at the initiation of a teacher, counselor or the principal. NOTE: Requests for schedule changes, class retakes and class audits must be processed through the counselor’s office and authorized by the principal. Elective schedule changes will only be considered if the course request sheets are returned the school counselor on time during the previous school year.

 SCHEDULE CHANGES WILL BE MADE IF:

1.      It is possible in terms of your existing schedule and the change will not overload a class.

2.      The change results in a reasonable program of study in terms of the established curriculum.

3.      The changes are approved by parents, counselor, teacher and the principal.  There will be no schedule changes without parent/guardian’s signature.

Graduation Requirements 

Students attending LHS for four years must earn 28 credits and meet all requirements to be eligible for graduation. Students must satisfactorily complete the following criteria:

 

 

Class	Credits
English	4
Mathematics	3*
Social Studies	3*
Science	3*
Computer Application	1
Consumer Education	1/2
Health	1/2
Physical Education	4*
Driver Education	1/2
Writing	1/2
Speech	1/2
Humanities	2*
Vocational	1

*        1 credit must be in Algebra and 1 credit must be in Geometry

*        1 credit in Social Studies - Gr. 9; 1 credit in US History - Gr. 11

*        1 credit in General Science - Gr. 9; 1 credit in Biology – Gr. 10

*        4 credits are required in PE unless student is exempt due to PE waiver, see later in book.)

*        Music, Art, Foreign Language are all humanity course areas

*        Ag, Tech, Family & Consumer Sciences and Computers are all vocational course areas.)

 

In addition to the required courses, no student shall receive a certificate of graduation without passing an examination on American patriotism and the principles of representative government, as enunciated in the American Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the State of Illinois

 A unit of credit is given for the successful completion of a course which, meets approximately 80 minutes every other day, 5 days per two week period, for at least 36 weeks, or the equivalent amount of time during the school year. A ½ credit is earned per semester for each course upon the successful completion, as prescribed in the course description. Titles or courses to be included in this category will be determined by the instructional staff and administration.

Successful completion of the Constitution exam, Consumer Education, and Health Education shall be certified by the filing of a list of student completion, signed by the teacher, with the principal’s office. Students may fulfill the Consumer Education requirement by successfully completing an approved course (Adult Living or Economics) or by passing the Illinois Consumer Education Proficiency Exam.

 

*Successful completion of Physical Education for 8 semesters is required of all students. The only exceptions are: (1) student graduates at the end of the 7^th semester, and/or (2) exemptions as permitted by law. These exemptions are explained at the end of this booklet. 

Drivers Education is only available to students after they have passed 8 academic classes during the previous 2 semesters as per a State Bill passed by the Governor in August 1993.

 

 

ACADEMIC COURSES

ENGLISH

ENGLISH I (1 credit) Grade 9

In addition to a review of English grammar and usage, the course will cover a variety of literary forms such as short story, poetry, plays, and novels. Besides a library unit, this course will include the development of writing skills. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE

ENGLISH II (1 credit) Grade 10

This course will cover an expansion of grammar and usage fundamental with an emphasis on the further development of writing skills. Student will review literary forms such as the short story, poem, and novel. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

WRITING (1/2 credit) Grade 10

After learning basic grammatical skills needed for writing, students will learn the basics of writing persuasive, expository, and narrative essays. Students also will work in groups for collaborate writing and peer evaluations. A portfolio of writing exercises will be collected throughout the semester with self-selected finished essays for grading. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

SPEECH (1/2 credit) Grade 11, 12

This semester course will prepare students to give an effective speech and to communicate more effectively. The course will emphasize speaking for business and career, special occasions, contest, and mass media. In addition, famous speeches in history will be studied. The student will be required to give speeches and interviews. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED PROJECTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

SPEECH (DUAL CREDIT) (1/2 credit) Grade 11, 12

This course is offered as dual credit through Spoon River College. Emphasis on philosophy and principles of the interrelated components of all verbal communication. Students will learn specific skills of public communication including those involved in small group discussion, informative speaking, and persuasive speaking. Students will also be asked to demonstrate their knowledge of communication through the analysis of the specific components of the communication model and through testing. Students must participate in all the oral presentations and demonstrate an understanding of the communication principles to pass this course. Students will only be given credit for GPA (high school and college credit) for dual credit speech when taken during the regular school day. *This is a weighted class.

ENGLISH III ( 1 credit) Grade 11

This course will review grammar and its application in basic composition. Students will write themes, a research paper, and technical papers. The literature will include a variety of works, such as poetry, short stories, and novels. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

HONORS ENGLISH III (1 credit) Grade 11

This course will entail a basic review of grammar and the application of advanced principles of grammar in conjunction with the writing unit, which will include basic themes, creative compositions, and a research paper. A survey of American literature will also be included to provide the students with a literary background of our American heritage. Poetry, short stories, and novels will be studied in depth. The emphasis of all of these skills necessary to do college level writing and to succeed in college level literature course. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

ENGLISH IV (1 credit) Grade 12

In addition to a review of English grammar and usage, the course will include the study of different forms of writing, including technical writings, letter writings, and compositions. Literature will be an important part of this course, requiring the study of short stories, poems, plays and novels. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.

HONORS ENGLISH IV* (1 credit) Grade 12

This advanced course is offered as a dual credit class through Spoon River College. Students have the opportunity to earn college credit. This opportunity can give an entering college freshman an advantage in registering and in graduating. This course will emphasize a practical application of grammar usage, a concentration on writing, and a study of British literature. This course will further prepare students for the writing required on the college level and provide the student with a strong literary history and a better understanding of the basic forms of literature. REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDE COMPLETION OF ALL ASSIGNED THEMES, COMPOSITIONS, AND REPORTS. FAILURE TO FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. *This is a weighted class.

CREATIVE WRITING ( 1 credit) Grades 11, 12

A basic instruction in self-expression to challenge the use of the students’ imagination. The students will learn to utilize the art of fiction, poetry, and drama. They also will learn to record , analyze, and interpret by using different styles of writing. Character description, plotlines, short stories, narration, and dialogue will be developed throughout the course. The key emphasis of the class is a sense of confidence and competence for the students in their writing adventures.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH I (1 credit ) Grades 9, 10

The beginning course is designed to help each student attain proficiency in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a minimum period of time and in a way that makes language learning a meaningful activity. Students will quickly learn to speak about themselves, their interests, feelings, and activities. The four basic skills plus the basics of Spanish grammar and vocabulary are presented within the context of meaningful short stories, songs, and skits. Students are actively involved. Students must complete and turn in all major assignments in order to receive a passing grade.

SPANISH II (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This intermediate course reviews the material covered in Spanish I and continues to build student skills and abilities. Students will feel comfortable communicating almost entirely in Spanish through a broad variety of interactive and communicative activities. Creativity is stressed and encouraged with several class projects. Students continue to build appreciation for Hispanic cultures and civilizations. Completion of the basic grammar concepts allows students to speak and write in present, past, and future tenses. Students must complete and turn in all major assignments in order to receive a passing grade.

SPANISH III (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This advanced course quickly reviews the basic concepts and vocabulary covered in Spanish II, while continuing to explain vocabulary and build a more profound foundation in grammar. Students do not have difficulty with the class being conducted almost entirely in Spanish. Cultural notes are plentiful. Students read and write short stories and discuss the content. Creative activities take the form of skits, scrapbooks, and posters, to mention a few forms of expression. The video series La Cartrina increases cultural awareness and listening comprehension, in addition to developing communicative skills. Upon finish, Spanish III students will be able to deal with most situations that require fluency in Spanish. Students must complete and turn in all major assignments in order to receive a passing grade.

SPANISH IV * (1 credit) Grade 12

This advanced course is offered as a dual credit through Spoon River College. Students have the opportunity to earn up to 8 hours college credit for third and fourth semester college-level Spanish. This opportunity can give an entering college freshman an advantage in registering and in graduating. The course combines textbook, workbook, audio tapes, videotapes, and testing through Destinos in soap opera format. It reviews and covers extensive Spanish vocabulary and the entire gamut of Spanish grammar. The methodology is very effective for developing oral proficiency among non-native Spanish speakers. Students must complete and turn in all major assignments in order to receive a passing grade. *This is a weighted class.

MATHEMATICS

APPLIED MATH (1 credit) Grade 9

Students in this class will review basic mathematical concepts, while covering such units in the textbook as work with decimals, fractions, and mixed number including word problems; ratios and proportions; exponents; roots; scientific rotation; polygons, signed numbers; and equations.

PRE-ALGEBRA (1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11

This course will cover the use of fractions, mixed number, and decimal numbers in any and all operations. It also covers the procedures for solving simple word problems. The concepts of area, point, ratio, and order of operations are introduced. The beginning concepts of algebra are practiced thoroughly.

BASIC ALGEBRA (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course is geared for the non-college bound student. Basic Algebra topics will be covered with an emphasis on real-life applications. This course will satisfy the Algebra requirement for graduation. Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra

ALGEBRA I (1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course contains the standard topics of Algebra I. Signed numbers are heavily emphasized, as are integer exponents and scientific notation. Systems of two linear equations in two unknowns, graphs, and equations of linear functions are heavily emphasized. Scientific conversion problems prepare students for science course. Story problems are in almost all problem sets. *Geometry may be taken after successfully completing this course.

PLANE GEOMETRY (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course helps the student understand the basic structure of geometry. Angle relationships, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, similar polygon, circles, constructions, loci, areas of polygons and circles, and areas and volumes of solids are studied in depth. The student grows in understanding of the deductive method and in appreciation of the need for precision of language. His powers of spatial visualization and his knowledge of the relationships among geometric elements are developed. He uses and strengthens his algebraic skills. Prerequisite: Algebra I

BASIC GEOMETRY (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is geared for the non-college bound student. Basic geometric topics will be covered with an emphasis on real-life applications. The content of this course will involve technical activities and projects. Prerequisite: Algebra I

ALGEBRA II (1 CREDIT) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to complete the fundamental skills of algebra. Topics include uniform motion problems, chemical mixture problems, systems of two and three linear equations, systems of nonlinear equations, area, volume, right triangle trigonometry, conversions from rectangular coordinates to polar and polar to rectangular coordinates, addition of vectors, similar triangle, complex numbers, quadratic formula and logarithms. Prerequisite: Algebra I

ADVANCED MATHEMATICS/TRIG (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course will complete the topics of algebra and trigonometry. Topics include logarithms, trigonometric identities, infinite series, conic sections, matrices, and determinants. In this course much emphasis is placed on abstract word problems. Prerequisite: Algebra II

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is designed to give students a good understanding of probability and statistics before they see it at a college level. This course will show students how probability and statistics are used in life problems. Prerequisite: Algebra II

CALCULUS (1 credit) Grade 11, 12

This course begins with a thorough review of logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Topics include analytic geometry, limits, derivatives, and integration. Applications include approximations by differentials, work, maximum/minimum, and solids of revolution problems. Prerequisite: Algebra I, II, Geometry and Advanced Mathematics *This is a weighted class

CALCULUS II Dual Credit (1 credit) Grade 12

This course is a continuation of Calculus I. We will continue our study of differentiation, integration, and solids of revolutions. We will study polar equation, polar graphing, and other areas of calculus. Prerequisite: Calculus I

SCIENCE

GENERAL SCIENCE (1 credit) Grade 9

General Science is a survey of chemistry, physics, and earth science. This course provides a basic background and understanding of all areas of the general sciences and their relationships to our daily lives. Labs and projects reinforce these studies. *$7.50 Instructional materials fee required.

BIOLOGY I (1 credit) Grade 10

Biology is the study of living things. It includes organization, classification, molecular biology, a survey of the kingdoms with emphasis on the animal and plant kingdoms, and a sampling of genetics. Laboratory work reinforces these studies. *$7.50 Instructional materials fee required.

PLANT SCIENCE (Biological Science Applications) (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

Plant Science is a course designed to reinforce and extend students understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. This course will deepen students understanding of science as content as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. Biotechnology will also be explored in this course by the use of experiments or hands on activities. The students will be engaged in hypothesizing, analyzing and interpreting data, drawing conclusions and inferring. This class meets State lab requirements. Prerequisite: Biology I *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

ANIMAL SCIENCE (Biological Science Application) (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

Animal Science is a course designed to reinforce and extend students’ understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine major phases of animal agriculture and specific biological science concepts that govern management decisions in the animal industry. This course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. This class meets State lab requirement. Prerequisite: Biology I *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

BIOLOGY II (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

Biology II is an introductory laboratory course for majors and non-majors in the biological sciences. The course covers the topics of molecular biology, cellular biology, genetics, evolution, botany, and anatomy and physiology. Dissections, fruit fly research, and assorted labs reinforce the lectures. Prerequisite: Biology I & Chemistry I. *$7.50 Instructional materials fees required.

CHEMISTRY I (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

Chemistry I is an introduction to the elements, the structure of the atom, the Periodic table, compound formation, laboratory methods, and basic chemistry principles. Chemistry deals with the structure and composition of the materials that make up our environment and the changes they undergo. Mathematical relationships between variable in experiments are developed. Prerequisite: Algebra I *$7.50 Instructional material fee required.

PHYSICS I* (1 credit) Grade 12

Physics is the study of energy and matter and how they are related. It is a course recommended for junior & senior students with a basic science and Algebra background. Science inquiry, experimentation and problem-solving are applied in this course. Physics I primarily deals with mechanics – the study of bodies in motion. Mechanics is broken down to the two branches of kinematics and dynamics; the study of how bodies move and why bodies move. Newton’s three laws are investigated along with topics such as error analysis, graphical analysis, accuracy and precision in measurement, forces, work, power and wave motion. The study of Physics is utilized by classroom lecture, labs, videos, computer investigation and discussion. Physics may serve as a useful course to the college-bound and vocational-technical student. Prerequisite: Algebra II *$7.50 Instructional materials fee required *This is a weighted class

PHYSICS II Dual Credit (1 credit) Grade 12

Physics II is a continuation of the Physics I course. Science inquiry, experimentation, problem-solving and research are applied in this course. Topics generally covered in this course include: thermal energy, states of matter and their changes, sound, light, electrostatics and electric forces. Prerequisite: Physics I *$7.50 Instructional materials fee required.

SOCIAL SCIENCE

CURRENT EVENTS ( ½ credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

The purpose of this course is to give the student an opportunity to gain an awareness of the U.S. and world events. Upon completion of the course, the student should have gained a greater awareness about U.S. and world events, learned to listen to news as well as to read about it, gained experience in written and oral expression, and learned about current periodicals that contain news about U.S. and world events. This class may be taken as a semester or year class with ½ credit per semester.

SOCIAL STUDIES I (1 credit) Grades 9, 10

1st semester - is a comprehensive study of the basis concepts and principles of both physical and cultural geography. Goals of the course are to develop an understanding of the principles of physical geography, and understanding of the cultural regions of the world, and to build geographic literacy through which the student may gain an appreciation of the earth and its many different people.

2nd semester - This semester is a study of the federal, state, and local levels. It includes studies acquainting the student with U.S. politics, course and court procedures, foreign affairs, interest group activity, voting, public opinion, labor and the government, the presidency, the Congress, education and the government, urban government and problems, and current affairs.

WORLD HISTORY (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

The major purpose of this course is to make available to high school students a survey of world history that will help them understand their own times. In this class we attempt to present history so that the student can see the world in all its inter-relationships, rather than as isolated nations and civilizations. We also try to show the continuity of history and the sweeping forces of historical cause and effect. Emphasis is given to political developments and the growth of ideas, religions, art, and other civilizing forces. The first semester will begin with prehistoric man and end with the Renaissance. The second semester will begin with the Reformation and end with the world today.

U.S. HISTORY (1 credit) Grade 11

This junior-level course is a survey of U.S. History from the colonial period through present time. Illinois law also requires all students to pass the Constitution test, which covers the Federal and State Constitutions, Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Flag, and voting procedures. This test is given through the U.S. History class.

U.S. HISTORY II (1 credit) Grade 12

This senior level course will provide more in depth coverage of the U.S. contemporary history from the end of World War II through today’s evolving historical events. Some of the major areas of study will include the Cold War, The Korean War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, the Women’s Movement, and America’s changing role in the world today. As American’s history continues to evolve and expand this additional course is needed to give the students a more complete picture of our country and the world we live in. Prerequisite: U.S. History

SOCIOLOGY (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

Sociology is the science that deals with the investigation and analysis of human relationships. This particular course looks very closely at the causes, conditions and consequences of relationships both at the group and individual level. An in-depth study of controversial issues, teenage concerns and social problems highlight the discussion aspect of this course.

PSYCHOLOGY (1 credit) Grade 12

Students will learn about the field of psychology through an overview of the following topics: personality theories, human development, the brain and nervous system, consciousness, sensation and perception, thinking and intelligence, memory, learning, socio-cultural contexts, psychological disorders, psychological treatment and therapy, and emotions, stress and health. Activities and experiments are used often to help demonstrate concepts and have fun learning about psychology.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ( 1 non-academic credit per year)

Four years of physical education is required of all students unless a medical excuse is presented for non-participation or a student meets one of the exemptions as listed in the LHS Physical Education Exemption Policy. Various form of sports, games, and other conditioning programs are included in the course. Some of the activities students will participate in are calisthenics, softball, basketball, volleyball, pickle ball, soccer, universal weight conditioning, kickball, golf, badminton, and physical fitness testing. The required dress for physical education is a solid gray or white shirt and red shorts with white socks and tennis shoes. All students are required to have appropriate clothing (such as sweat clothes or warm-up suites) for outdoor activities. * $5.00 Instructional fee required.

HEALTH EDUCATION (1/2 credit) Grade 9,. 10

Health Education is a required semester-long course. A passing grade in Health is a graduation requirement. The course includes the study of such topics as alcohol and drug abuse, health quackery, first aid and CPR, mental health, body systems, AIDS, sexually transmitted disease, communicable diseases, safety, human reproduction, foods and nutrition, tobacco and smoking, dental health, hygiene, and the use/abuse of steroids.
*$3.00 Instructional material fee required.

DRIVER EDUCATION (1/2 non-academic credit) Grades 9, 10, 11

The course consists of at least thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and generally six (6) hours behind-the-wheel instruction. Sophomore students will be scheduled for the behind-the-wheel phase according to age, oldest first. Drivers Education is only available to students after they have passed 8 academic classes during the previous 2 semesters. REQUIREMENT FOR THIS COURSE INCLUDES COMPLETION OF ACCIDENT NOTEBOOK. FAILURE TO FULFILL THIS REQUIREMENT RESULTS IN NO CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.
*$10.00 Instructional materials fee required. The cost of driving permit not included in this fee.

MUSIC

 BAND (1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Band is both an academic subject and a performing organization. It performs for all home football and basketball games, several parades, and concerts. Performances are a part of the grade and any missed performances must be made up by doing extra credit work. Individual and group skills that will be worked on in the course include: technique, theory, ear training, music history, and expression. Individuals are encouraged to better their music skills by participation in various festivals and the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest.

CHORUS (1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Chorus is both an academic subject and a performing organization. The chorus performs concerts and school and in the community. Performances are a part of the grade and any missed performances must be made up by doing extra credit work. Technique, theory, ear training, music history, expression, and diction are studied. Individuals are encouraged to better their musical skills by participation in various music festivals and the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest.

 

VOCATIONAL COURSES

AGRICULTURAL

 

INTRODUCTION TO THE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES  (1 credit) Grades 9, 10

This introductory course provides an opportunity for students to explore how the agricultural industry is organized; its major components, and the job opportunities associated with the agricultural field. Both agribusiness and production applications are represented. Basic concepts in personal development and leadership are introduced along with an introduction to animal science, plant science, soil science, conservation, agricultural resources, agribusiness management, and agricultural mechanics are included. Students can receive their Illinois Hunter Safety Certificate in this class. *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

ADVANCED AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES AG201 (1 credit) Grades 10, 11

This second-year course builds on the basic skills and knowledge gained from the introductory course. Major units of instruction include advanced plant and soil science and advanced animal science and agricultural mechanics skills necessary for maintaining and repairing equipment and/or facilities. Applied math/science skills are stressed throughout the course. Microcomputer applications are utilized as they relate to each instructional unit.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Agricultural Science *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

AGRIBUSINESS TECHNOLOGY AG301 (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in the area of agribusiness operations. Instructional units include the organization and functions of agricultural businesses, agricultural business math, agricultural business procedures including microcomputer applications and human relation skills, as well as sales-related duties. Another goal of this course is to increase student knowledge and skills in appropriate agricultural product and service areas indicated by regional and/or state labor market data. Prerequisite: Advanced Agricultural Science *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT AG401 (1 credit) Grade 12

This capstone course is designed to develop student skills in areas of advanced agricultural business procedures, establishment of agricultural businesses, managing the agribusiness, marketing and advertising, sales techniques and strategies. Product knowledge is stressed as it relates to the regional agricultural economic base. Prerequisite: Agribusiness Technology *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

BUSINESS OCCUPATIONS

BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY CONCEPTS (1/2 credit) Grades 9-12

In this course students will study concepts which will include: understanding basic business and economic principles; identifying types and classifications of business organizations; organizing and using financial data; contrasting management theories; understanding the composition of the marketing mix; demonstrating an understanding of business administration; applying production data for decision making; and identifying the human services element in the economy. Business communications and business computations are integrated throughout the course and will be developed in the following areas: business communication theory, reading skills, mechanics of writing, listening skills, speaking skills, writing skills non-verbal communication, familiarity with communications technology. Competencies will be developed in the following areas: keeping cash and checkbook records; calculating salary wages and commissions; computing sales information; performing credit, interest and investment calculations; computing cost, maintenance and operating expenses; computing transportation costs; computing taxes; computing insurance expense; understanding business data; budgeting; comparison of prices and understanding of the roles of consumers interacting with agriculture, business, trade unions, and government in formulating and achieving the goals of the mixed free enterprise system. Occupational information will be discussed as well. Classroom experiences will be practice set near the end of the semester. This course meets the state’s Consumer Education requirements. *$8.00 Instructional fee required.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS  1 credit Grade 9

This course will provide the basics for students to interact with the computer. During the duration of the course, students will be introduced to the computer on different application levels. Students will be introduced to the proper keyboarding techniques throughout the course. Students will then begin the computer application segment of the course with a unit on Windows. This will include how to create folders, create desktop icons, move items to new locations, utilizing Windows Explorer, and navigating through the menus within Windows. Students will then spend time in Word Processing. Students will then work with a word processing software package to create a variety of documents: announcements, cover letters, memorandums, professional letters, and reports. Students will use Powerpoint to create, design and modify presentations in this segment of the course. The next segment of the course will be devoted to spreadsheets. Students will learn the basic navigation tools of a spreadsheet, as well as basic spreadsheet design and vocabulary. Students will also learn how to make basic formulas and functions using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Throughout the course students will learn basic Internet tools. Students will us an Internet browser to navigate the Internet, do basic searches, and utilize tools of the Internet. *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II ( ½ credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

During this one semester class, students will learn advanced techniques in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentational software. Students will complete projects to integrate word processing, database, and presentational application software. During the word processing segment of the course, students will learn advanced techniques such as merging documents, adding clip art, creating columns and charts, and importing items from other applications. During the spreadsheet segment of the course, students will learn how to build absolute cell reference formulas and mixed cell reference formulas. Students will build "if, then" statement and logic functions. While students work in the database segment of the course, students will be required to set up databases from scratch, manage databases, print reports, do advanced filters, create business forms, create address labels, and print mailing documents from within the database. *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

INTRODUCTION TO DESKTOP PUBLISHING (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course will use Microsoft Publisher to aid students in gaining proficiency in desktop publishing and production of professional quality publications. This course introduces the student to the concepts and language of desktop publishing, as well as, gaining hands on experience through the creation of forms, proposals, announcements, brochures, and newsletters. *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required. Prerequisite: Computer Applications I , Legend, Info Processing, or Teacher Approval.

LEGEND I (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

In this course students learn skills used in business. From start to finish students learn the process of creating a professional publication. Through hand-on experience students learn about product distribution, techniques of selling, sales management, sales support activities, pricing promotion, purchasing, financing, and market information. This class produces the yearbook for the school and also programs, flyers, and media presentation. Prerequisite: Desktop Publishing or Teacher Approval.

WEB DESIGN (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This class is designed to allow students to learn how the computer works. Students will take apart a computer and learn how each part of the computer works. Students will eventually have every part of the computer taken apart. Students will learn how pieces must work together and how they interact with each other. Students will learn basic terminology associated with the components of the computer, and how each piece connects with the motherboard. Students will utilize the Internet to do research on the various pieces inside a computer and will culminate the semester by buying pieces to build a computer from scratch using the Internet as a price guide. Students will learn the DOS operating system. Students will write in DOS and will learn how to navigate their computer through DOS. Terminology associated with DOS will be presented and discussed, and the correlation between Windows and DOS will be drawn. Students will begin BASIC programming techniques. Time will be spent authoring web pages and editing them. HTML language will be used to create the pages, and a command of the language will be required. This course will also include units in the history of computer development, security issues, and ethical computer usage. Workplace employee skills will be reinforced with classroom speakers, field trips and participation in a Work-based learning experience. Prerequisite: Computer Applications *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

WEB DESIGN II (1 credit) Grades 12

This is a year long course. Students will use the skills attained in Web Design to maintain the high school website from start to finish. Students will be responsible for the school website on a daily basis. Using the skills they acquired in Information Processing they will create and edit web pages. Students will use a variety of software tools to alter and create graphics. This is a great school to work course! Prerequisite: Computer Applications I and Information Processing *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I : Q-BASIC (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This semester course is a beginning course in computer programming. Students will learn to write software programs using the QBASIC language. The course will emphasize QBASIC statements and functions. Students will write programs using problem solving skills requiring analysis, comparison, synthesis, and higher order thinking skills. *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required. Prerequisite: Algebra I or consent of teacher

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II: VISUAL BASIC (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This is a semester course. Students will learn to write software application programs using the Visual Basic programming language. Students will create interfaces and write programs using problem solving skills requiring analysis, comparison, synthesis, and higher order thinking skills. Students will work on individual and group projects that involve writing software applications for business and professional uses. *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required. Prerequisite: Computer Programming I -QBASIC

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING III (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This is a semester course. This course will provide a continuation of the Visual Basic programming language. Advanced tools and code will be explored. In addition, this course will introduce the C++ language. C++ is an object-oriented programming language. This language is very similar to the C programming language, but has added syntax and functionality unique to an object orientated language. Prerequisite: Computer Programming I & II.  *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING IV (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This is a semester course. In this course, different object-orientated programming languages are explored and discussed. This course provides a more in-depth look into the C++ language. This course also introduces the Alice programming language. Alice is another object-oriented programming language that allows student to program objects in a three-dimensional virtual world much like a video game. Prerequisite: Computer Programming I, II, III  *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required

ACCOUNTING I (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is of value to all students pursuing a strong background in business, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. This course includes planned learning experiences that develop initial and basic skills used in systematically computing, classifying recording, verifying and maintaining numerical data involved in financial and product control records including the paying and receiving of money. Instruction includes information on keeping financial records, summarizing them for convenient interpretation, and analyzing them to provide assistance to management for decision making. Accounting computer applications will be integrated throughout the course. In addition to stressing basic fundamentals and terminology of accounting, instruction will provide initial understanding of the preparation of financial reports, operation of related business machines and equipment, and career opportunities in the accounting field, Processing employee payrolls will also be included. Practice sets with business papers may be used to emphasize actual business records management. Work place employee skills will be reinforced with classroom speakers, field trips, and participating in a Work-based Learning Experience. A software program will enable the accounting students to utilize computer applications. *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

ACCOUNTING II (1 credit) Grade 12

This course builds upon the foundation established in Accounting I. This course is planned to help students develop deeper knowledge of the principles of accounting with more emphasis being placed on financial statements and accounting records. It is a study of previously learned principles as they apply to the more complicated types of business organization, partnerships, corporations, branches, etc. The students may become familiar with such specialized fields of accounting as cost accounting, tax accounting, payroll accounting, and others. Some students may choose to do specialized accounting computer applications, and other may elect payroll clerk, data processing computer application. Simulated business conditions may be provided through the use of practice sets. Skills are developed in the entry, retrieval, and statistical analysis of business data using computers for accounting business and applications. This course provides a technical background for college-bound students who plan a business curriculum, as well as those who wish vocational preparation. Work place employee skills will be reinforced with classroom speaker, field trips, and participation in a Work-based Learning experience. Computerized accounting programs will be utilized. Prerequisite: Accounting I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

LEGAL ASPECTS OF ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT/ BUSINESS LAW (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course provides background in the legal principles governing the operation of modern business enterprises and legal issues involved with doing business in today’s economy. Topics to be addressed in the class include: federal and state laws governing the business enterprise, principles of contracts, legal liability, fiduciary responsibilities, law concerned with hiring and retaining employees and employee rights, and social responsibility and business ethics. Instruction will include student participation in simulations of business scenarios and/or work-based learning experiences. Business partners from the community will be utilized in class as presenters and consultants to the students in class and lab activities and as providers of work-based learning experiences. *Instructional materials fee will be required.

FINANCIAL ASPECTS OF ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT (Economics) (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course involves the study of economic issues involved in the operation of a business enterprise. The course will start out with an overview of different economic systems to help students become award of how these economies operate. The course will then focus on the specifics of a mixed-free market economy and the role that private business and enterprise plays in sustaining the global economy. Topics that will be covered in this class include: roles of government, businesses, agriculture, and trade unions, supply and demand. Also covered will be roles of consumers in agriculture, trade unions, business, opportunity and unit cost, raising capital, money management, long term/short term debt, stock and stockholder issues, budgeting, saving, spending, investing, and credit. Instruction will include student participation in simulations of business scenarios and/or work-based learning experiences. Business partners from the community will be utilized in class and lab activities and as providers of work-based learning experiences. *Instructional materials fee will be required. *This class fulfills the Consumer Education requirement for graduation.

MARKETING THE ENTERPRISE (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is a study of business activities involved in the promotion and distribution of goods and services. The course content will center around methods and procedure for gathering, analyzing and disseminating of information to facilitate marketing decisions. Specific topics will include the need for marketing information, uses of marketing information systems, uses of the scientific method in problem solving, forecasting and conducting market research. Also covered in the class will be planning and budgeting, managing distribution systems, inventory management, processes involved with selling, strategies for determining pricing and risk management. Instruction will include student participation in simulations of business scenarios and/or work based learning experiences. Business partners from the community will be utilized in the class as presenters and consultants to the students in class and lab activities and as providers of work-based learning experience. Prerequisite: Computer Applications *Instructional materials fee will be required.

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT OF THE ENTERPRISE (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course will provide students with knowledge of procedures and administrative skills utilized in the day-to-day operations of a business or enterprise. Students will also learn the roles of the various individuals needed to operate a business or enterprise and how these roles are interrelated. Topics to be covered include: etiquette/behavior in the business environment; client/customer relations; personnel management – training, supervision, and documenting employee activities; business communication – oral, print, and electronic; administrative functions – clerical/bookkeeping; inventory control/supply management; application and operation of business equipment; and related workplace skills. Instruction will include student participation in simulations of business scenarios and/or work-based learning experiences. Business partners from the community will be utilized in the class as presenters and consultants to the student in class and lab activities and as providers of work-based learning experiences. Prerequisite: Computer Applications

OFFICE PRACTICE (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is planned to prepare students for employment upon graduation. Emphasis is placed on office etiquette; proper business behavior; maintaining office equipment; performing clerical duties; organizing and planning; processing mail; receiving visitors, patients or clients; coordinating and performing activities for employer; telephone techniques; filing materials manually, maintaining office supplies and forms; performing telecommunication activities; performing financial activities; preparing written communications; supervising and training; and office equipment applications, as well as a review of grammar, punctuation, and business mathematics. Skills and understandings previously learned may be reviewed, while office procedures that have not been included in other courses are introduced. These old and new understandings and skills may be integrated by completing a series of computer operations as well as automated software programs will be used medical and legal applications will also be taught. This course could be individualized for students based upon their occupational choices. Prerequisite: Computer Applications *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

COOPERATIVE WORK EDUCATION Grade 12

This program is designed to provide career and technical educational training experiences through regular part-time employment in the community along with related occupational in-school instruction. Through the training agreement, the student, employer and coordinator agree on the requirements of the program. These requirements will include the individual learning expectations and experiences with job tasks to be undertaken at the job site. A minimum of 10 hours per week on-the-job training at the learning station (job site) is required with more hours possible. Students must also be enrolled in the Cooperative Education course instructed by the coordinator during the school year and will earn 1 credit for this classroom portion. Student-learners will also earn credit for each block hour of school time working at the job-site. Student-learners must follow all regulations of the class to remain in this program. The coordinator will provide the on-the-job coordination and supervision.

Upon completion of the course:

1. Complete a sample application form and resume.

2. Identify and understand the proper way to interview for a job.

3. Understand the relationships between employee-employer and co-workers.

4. Identify career and education opportunities in their own career field.

5. Identify the skills necessary for job promotion.

6. Recognize and apply essential workplace skills on the job.

7. Perform at an acceptable level on the job.

Students may apply for Cooperative Education during their junior year. Selection will be made by the coordinator of the program, guidance counselor, and principal.

MENTORING (1/2 credit) Grade 12

This class will be offered for 4 hours of college credit from Spoon River College. The course will have transferability as an elective. Students enrolled in this class will meet with the instructor one day a week at the high school from 7:30 – 8:00 a.m., and will work in classrooms at the elementary school every other school day for one high school period for approximately 85 service hours. Students enrolled will pay tuition to Spoon River College as per any other dual credit class. Before registering for this class students must receive approval from the supervising instructor and the principal. The course is not a substitute for existing courses but is an opportunity to explore areas of personal interest. 

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE (Home Economics)

ORIENTATION TO FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE H100 (Home Ec I) (1 credit) Grades 9, 10,11

This program is a series of planned learning experiences emphasizing the following area:

1. Clothing and Textiles (required in this are, sewing supplies, project materials, and a completed project)
2. Resource Management
3. Foods and Nutrition ($6.50 lab fee)
4. Housing, Furnishings and Equipment
5. Human Development and Family Relationships
6. Introduction to the World of Work

*$6.50 Instructional materials fee required.

FASHION DESIGN/CLOTHING I (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course is planned to provide students opportunities to learn about fashion trends, select and care for textile products, construct garments for themselves and other, and make clothing repairs. The elements of design and color will be studied. Students will also learn about aspects related to workplace skills (decision making, responsibilities of employees, etc.) and the many careers related to clothing. Students will use the new computerized embroidery machine to make embroidered clothing and accessories for themselves and for school groups who place orders. *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

FASHION DESIGN/CLOTHING II (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is devoted to increasing the level of knowledge and skills of students as they construct, purchase, care for, and work with clothing, accessories and textiles. Students will expand learning on career opportunities, aspects of consumerism and marketing of clothing products. This class will further the skills and knowledge gained in Fashion/Design Clothing I. Prerequisite: Clothing I $5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

FOODS-NUTRITION I (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course includes basic classroom and laboratory experiences needed to develop knowledge and understanding of basic food principles and applied nutrition for all ages. The course content centers around the following areas: food buying, safety, sanitation and preparation techniques. Information related to careers in foods and nutrition is incorporated throughout the course. *$6.50 Instructional materials fee required.

FOODS-NUTRITION II (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

In this course more attention is paid to food selection and preparation for special circumstances and dietary needs. Laboratory sessions are devoted to the preparation of foods with specific characteristics. Course content should include the following areas: careers in foods and nutrition, influences on food customs, diet and health, current nutritional issues, planning for special need, safety of foods, food purchasing, prevention of food-borne illnesses and food preservation. Prerequisite: Foods-Nutrition I $6.50 Instructional materials fee required.

PARENTING (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to help students think through the responsibilities, satisfactions and stresses of parenthood. Many types of parenting situations are examined. Stress prevention and management and the work community agencies that help parents deal with various types of parenting crises are emphasized. The course content includes applying decision-making and goal-setting skills; applying the basic principles of the parenting process; practicing health and safety standards as related to parenting; providing experience which encourage parents and children to maximize resources; encouraging human relations skills in children/adolescents; and evaluating impact on parenting of family and career changes. Special attention is given to the needs of teenage parents and the importance of readiness for parenthood *$6.50 Instructional materials fee required.

CHILD DAY CARE SERVICES (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is designed to provide students interested in a career in child and day care operations with information and practical experiences needed for the development of job-related competencies. Students will be provided laboratory experiences in a school-based facility. Students will be expected to develop appropriate skills in program development and in assisting with children’s and/or adult activities. Classroom study is concerned with the philosophy and management of care centers and the state and local regulations governing care-giving operations. The main learning experiences will involve actual work with children/adults in situations that simulate those found in business and industry, as well as preparation for that activity. Prerequisite: Parenting.

CHILD AND DAY CARE SERVICES II (1 credit) Grade 12

This course continues the learning begun in Child Day Care I. The emphasis is more on the administration of the care facility. Caring for infants and special needs children and/or older adults is included. Emphasis is placed on career opportunities, communication skills, human relations and the service needs of client in the occupation area. The major learning experiences will be unpaid work, which involves working with local businesses and/or agencies which operate care facilities for children and/or older adults. Work-site mentors will work with the student to conduct learning activities as documented on a work-based learning training plan. Students will also participate in the management aspects of operating a day care/pre-school operation in the high school lab facility. The course runs concurrently with Child Day Care I. Prerequisite: Child Day Care I

 

ADULT LIVING/RESOURCE MANAGEMENT H351 (1/2 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course is designed to assist individuals and families in achieving life satisfaction through responsible participation as adults in the home, community and work place. Emphasis is placed on the development of prevention strategies, which may assist individuals in responding to situations in terms of their identified values and goals. The course content includes the following duty area: utilizing resources and consumer information in developing short and long-range plans by applying goal-setting and physical and psychological needs; applying consumer rights and responsibilities in the marketplace; demonstrating goal-setting and decision making skills; evaluation and adapting basic needs to assume roles and responsibilities; recognizing and following health practices that assist in coping with, selecting and using resources to enhance individual growth and development; developing effective relationships to promote communication with other; and evaluating family and career changes as to the impact on individuals. Various resources to assist with life problems maybe explored. Additional material concerning management of resources will also be covered. *$7.00 Instructional materials fee required. *This class fulfills the Consumer Education requirement for graduation.

LIVING ENVIRONMENTS (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

Learning experiences provide students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to select, acquire, maintain and manage living environments that meet the needs of the occupants. The selection and care of housing and furnishing are related to factors such as social-economic conditions, individual tastes, psychological effects, aesthetic value, safety, sanitation and energy conservation. Course content will also include learning skills in goal setting and decision making for evaluation and maintaining a living environment based on individual or family needs. Emphasis will be placed on the application of basic management principles as they relate to the environment based on individual or family needs. Emphasis will also be placed on the application of basic management principles as they relate to the environment. *$7.50 Instructional materials fee required.

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY I ( 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11

Introduction to Technology will give the students, both girls and boys, the opportunity to explore a wide range of modern industrial applications, as well as, some of the technology use in industry. The course is divided into four individual area: production, communication, transportation, energy or construction. Traditional woodworking, metals, and drafting projects will still be an important part of the class. But new terms and processes are added, such as: computer aided drafting, robotics, plastics, lasers, video production, guest speakers, field trips and solar energy will be researched and developed. Hands-on experience still plays an important part in the class. The teaching and understanding of these four areas will help the student live and work in a changing industrial society. *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11

Construction Technology is a course designed to foster an awareness and understanding of construction trades. Through a variety of learning activities, students are exposed to many career opportunities in the building fields including site preparation, foundation, building structures, installing utilities and finishing and servicing structures. Prerequisite: Technology I *$5.00 Instructional materials fee required.

PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY (1/2 credit) Grades 10, 11

This is a course designed to foster an awareness and understanding of manufacturing. Through a variety of learning activities, students are exposed to many career opportunities in the production field. Experience in manufacturing include product design, materials, and corporate structure, management, research and development, production planning, mass production, marketing and servicing. Prerequisite: Technology I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

MANUFACTURING I (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course provides a study of two major areas of industry (manufacturing and production) students will be introduced to efficient use of tools, techniques, resources, and production systems used to produce goods. Students will learn about industry as an economic institution to organize and use resources to produce goods and services. Student will learn about production processes which include casings and molding metal, precision machining and welding methods. Students will have the opportunity to construct projects and raw materials. Students will operate different kinds of metal machine tools, and use arc, mig, tig, and gas welders. Prerequisite: Production Technology *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

MANUFACTURING II (1 credit) Grade 12

Manufacturing II is a follow up study of Manufacturing I. This course will begin to offer students the opportunity to specialize in specific areas of manufacturing such as machine tool set-up and operation, welding, quality control, computer numerical control programming, and automatic machine set-up. Course content will include the following areas: CNC programming, advanced machine set-up and operation, computer numerical control machining, maintenance and repair of machinery, complex blueprints, CNC, robotics, CAD, CIM, CAM, lasers, and plasma cutting are a few of the modern technologies that will be expanded upon during the year. Prerequisite: Manufacturing I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

DRAFTING (Arch/Mech) (1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to provide students interested in a career in drafting with information and practical experience needed for the development at job related competencies in the fields of architectural or mechanical drafting. Prerequisite: Technology I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

DRAFTING II (1 credit) Grades 11, 12

This course furthers the knowledge learned in Drafting I. Prerequisite: Drafting I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

CONSTRUCTION I (1 credit) Grade 11,12

This course provides experiences related to the erection, installation and maintenance of residential buildings and related fixtures. Planned learning activities will allow students to become knowledgeable of fundamental principles and methods and to develop technical skills related to masonry, carpentry, and finish work. Instruction should include safety principles and practices, recognition of standard lumber sizes, foundation layout methods, building concepts and procedures, local, state and national codes, cost estimating and blueprint reading.  Prerequisite: Construction Technology *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

CONSTRUCTION II (1 credit) Grade 12

This course provides learning experiences related to the erection, installation, maintenance and repair of building structures and related utilities. Student technical skill experiences will include instruction and activities in safety principles and practices; performing maintenance control function; joining pipes, building water distribution lines and drains; installing and maintaining plumbing fixtures and systems; installing switch and outlet boxes, light fixtures, service entrances; roughing in and trimming out electrical devices and appliances; preparing foundation and footing; construction residential chimneys and fireplaces; laying, jointing, and pointing brick; and advanced building and construction methods and codes. All learning experiences are designed to allow the student to acquire job-entry skills and experience. Prerequisite: Construction I *$10.00 Instructional materials fee required.

 

LEWISTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXEMPTION POLICY

Students in grades 9 through 12 may be excused from participating in physical education for the following reasons:

1. A physical or emotional condition diagnosed and reported by a person licensed under the Medical Practice Act and submitted to the Superintendent by the student’s parents/guardian. The student shall be provided alternative special activities.
2. A written statement of objection based on constitutional or religious grounds signed by the parents/guardian and submitted to the Superintendent when a student shall enroll in an academic subject which has been approved by the building principal and for which credit may be earned in lieu of the required credit.

Students in grades 11 and 12 may be excused from Physical education for the following reason:

1. Participation in an interscholastic athletic program. The student athlete may take an extra course in lieu of Physical Education. The student athlete may substitute a semester-long for Physical Education regardless of the length of the sport season.
2. Enrollment in a specific academic course not included in existing secondary institution the student plans to attend, when the addition of such a course to the student’s schedule would result in a course load greater that the district’s normal practice.
3. Enrollment in a class necessary to meet specific state and local graduation requirements when the addition of such a course to the student’s schedule would result in a course load greater than the district’s normal practice.

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    Lewistown High School District #97 insures that equal educational opportunities are offered to students, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, or handicap. Question in reference to educational opportunities may be directed to:

Lewistown High School District #97
15205 N. State Hwy. 100
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309)547-2288
(309)547-9870 - fax