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Course Description Handbook

May 02, 2008

The following courses are available for the 2008-2009 school year. The categories are listed in alphabetical order.

Agricultural Ed/Industrial Technology

Business

Foreign Language

Language Arts

Mathematics

Music

Physical Education

Science

Social Studies

Ag Education – Industrial Technology

 

Instructor

Bazata

Name of Class

 Jr.High Block

Recommended grade levels

7-8

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

          Safe handling of power tools

          Wood material

          Planning procedures and safe work habits

          Computer Aided Drafting

          Robotics and laser technology

          Agricultural products, careers in agriculture, soils, plants crops, animals and natural resources

          Leadership and communication skills

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Bazata

Name of Class

Ag Ed 1

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

 

 

 

 

Open to students interested in agriculture and leadership including FFA and leadership skills.

          First semester – Animal Management and Health Management

  • Second semester – Plant and Soil Management and Horticulture

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Instructor

Bazata

Name of Class

Ag Ed/ Industrial Technology Education 2

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Open to students who are interested in both Agriculture and Industrial Technology.

          First semester – Manufacturing Technology

  • Second semester – Plant and Soil Management/Horticulture Management

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Instructor

Bazata

Name of Class

Ag Ed/ Industrial Technology Education 3

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          First semester – Bldg Construction and Electrical/Tech

  • Second semester – Rural Business Management

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Bazata

Name of Class

Ag Ed/ Industrial Technology Education 4

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          1st quarter – Leadership Education

          2nd quarter – Wildlife/Nat Resources Mgmt

          3rd quarter – Power, Energy and 

Transportation Technology   

          4th quarter – Woods Construction

Technology

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Business

 

Instructor

Lech

Name of Class

HTML/ Business Communications

Recommended grade levels

Not required

Prerequisites?

Computer Operations

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          Create a school web page

          Create web pages on a variety of subjects

          Work with Power Point

  • Create and edit two videos with sound

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Lech

Name of Class

Business Law

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Bill of Rights, Constitution, Judicial System, Minor Law, Contracts, Consumer Law, Employers/Employees, Family Law. We touch on a variety of subjects with lecture, projects, and internet work.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Lech

Name of Class

Business Procedures

Recommended grade levels

10-12

Prerequisites?

Computer Operations

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          Students work on running a business.

          Office procedures of day to day activities of various businesses

          Students do 8 business simulations

  • Students create a plan for a business of their choice.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Limit – 20. Most of class is computer work

 

 

Instructor

Lech

Name of Class

Computer Operations

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

All basic office programs are covered – MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, , Wizard, Templates, Publisher, Dragon Speak (dictating program)

Other recommendations by instructor:

Every student should have this class before graduating. Limit of 20 per section

 

 

Instructor

Lech/Hixson

Name of Class

E-Commerce/Marketing

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Students will create a business that is run primarily over the Internet including financing, creating a web page, marketing and distribution.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Most of class will be computer oriented.

Limit of 20 students

 

Instructor

Hixson

Name of Class

Accounting 1

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          The accounting cycle with a combination journal, special journals, general ledger, and subsidiary ledgers

          Payroll records, including taxes and reports

          Accounting for sales tax, bad debts, depreciation, accrued revenue and expenses, inventory, notes and interest.

          Worksheet and financial statements

  • Accounting software

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Instructor

Hixson

Name of Class

Advanced Accounting

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

Accounting 1

Is this a required course?

No

Description

          Departmentalized Accounting

          Accounting Control Systems

          General Accounting Adjustments

          Corporate Accounting

          Managerial Accounting

          Cost Accounting

  • Accounting Software

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Hixson

Name of Class

General Business

Recommended grade levels

10-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Economic Systems

          Economic Measurements

          Global Economy

          Social Responsibility of Business

          Career Exploration and Planning

          Marketing

          Technology in Business

          Financial Planning and Management

          Banking and Financial Services

          Credit

  • Insurance

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Family and Consumer Science

 

Instructor

Meyer

Name of Class

Early Childhood Development

Recommended grade levels

10-12

Prerequisites?

Life Management is preferred

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Provides students with an understanding of the aspects of human growth and development. Parenting skills are developed as positive guidance techniques and child related issues are studies. Learning activities, observation techniques, and lab experiences working with young children may be included. This class has an on-line component and student leadership (FCCLA) may be an integral part of the course.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Full year

 

Instructor

Meyer

Name of Class

Life Management

Recommended grade levels

9-10

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The course is designed with an emphasis on management- making good decisions and solving problems of everyday life. Students develop skills for managing time and money, utilizing technology and information, making nutrition and food choices, choosing clothing, housing and transportation. Students develop teamwork and leadership skills. FCCLA is an integral part of this course, but students do not need to be members to take the class.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Full year

 

Instructor

Meyer

Name of Class

Adult Roles and Responsibilities

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Addresses significant concerns as people face adulthood and independence. Students understand the nature, function, and significance of human relationships involving individuals and families. Emphasis is on personal development, interpersonal relationships, preparation for independent living and marriage and family. Students develop important knowledge of consumer issues and are encouraged to express and justify their personal point of view as well as explore and respect the view of others.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Full year

 

 

Instructor

Meyer

Name of Class

Entrepreneurial Class

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Students will learn about owning and operating their own business by helping to run and operate the embroidery business in class. They will learn about business types, products and pricing, marketing, partnerships, agreements and contracts and go through the process of creating a business plan and starting a business. We will sew some  projects from kits and then embroider on them to sell, and other projects will be embroidery on ready-made items .

Other recommendations by instructor:

Full Year

 

Foreign Language

 

 

Instructor

Kalin

Name of Class

Spanish 1

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Students will acquire a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of Spanish grammar and be encouraged to participate in active conversation.

Helpful suggestions regarding foreign language requirements:

          UNL requires 4 years of foreign language

          Students planning on attending any 4 year college should take 2-4 years of foreign language

          Northeast Community Collegerequires no foreign language

 

 

Instructor

Kalin

Name of Class

Spanish 2

Recommended grade levels

10-12

Prerequisites?

Spanish 1

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Spanish literature is covered. Various aspects of Spanish and Spanish-American culture are studied. As with Spanish 1, an understanding an appreciation of the cultures of Spanish –speaking countries is studied.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Kalin

Name of Class

Spanish 3

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

Spanish 1, Spanish 2

Is this a required course?

No

Description

A continuation of Spanish 2 with additional emphasis on the speaking, writing, and readings of Spanish

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Kalin

Name of Class

Spanish 4

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Spanish 3

Is this a required course?

No

Description

A continuation of Spanish 3 with additional emphasis on the speaking, writing, and readings of Spanish.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Language Arts

 

 

Instructor

Romohr

Name of Class

English 7

Recommended grade levels

7

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

This class will read 3 – 4 books, have near weekly vocabulary study, and spend half of the year working with grammar.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Keep up on your homework. Reserve half an hour the night before vocabulary quizzes to study for them.

 

 

Instructor

Romohr

Name of Class

English 9

Recommended grade levels

9

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

There will be an intense study of grammar. The vocabulary level will be increased. There are 3-4 books that will be read including Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet

Other recommendations by instructor:

Keep up on the reading. It is very difficult to catch up once one falls behind.

 

 

Instructor

Romohr

Name of Class

College Prep English 11

Recommended grade levels

11

Prerequisites?

C average in 10th grade English

Is this a required course?

CP English 11 or English 11 is required for all juniors.

Description

In addition to intense study of grammar, challenging vocabulary words, and in-depth novels, students will take a semester final in December and write a research paper in the spring.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Try to get into the smaller of the usual two sections; I can work more easily with students one on one.

 

 

 

Instructor

Romohr

Name of Class

English 11

Recommended grade levels

11

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

English 11 or CP English 11 is required for all juniors.

Description

This class is very similar to CP English 11 (I realize some students take it because of other conflicts or later change their minds about college) with the exceptions that there is no semester final nor is there a research paper.

Other recommendations by instructor:

If a student is unsure about postsecondary education, taking this class will not “set in stone” his not going on to college.

 

 

Instructor

Romohr

Name of Class

English 12

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

English 12 or CP English 12 is required for all seniors

Description

This class reads 4-5 books, has the most challenging of vocabulary words of all, and will review grammar usage and punctuation.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Although the vocabulary is tough, there is not as much emphasis on composition as in the CP English 12 classes.

 

 

Instructor

Lackas

Name of Class

 CP English 12

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

Grade of C in 11th grade English

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

This course will concentrate on building writing and research skills to prepare college. Emphasis will also be placed on classical literature, multi cultural literature, and contemporary literature in order to expose the student to the style and language of different authors. Grammar and vocabulary skills are also included.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Lackas

Name of Class

Speech

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Organizing, researching and presenting a variety of speeches.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Students are required to attend at least one speech meet and possibly NENACs and district speech meets. They will also be announcing at activities.

                                                                            

 

Instructor

Lackas

Name of Class

News Writing

Recommended grade levels

9-12 

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Students will study different styles of writing and reporting as well as conducting their own interviews. This class is in charge of the school newsletter every week and will also share articles from the Norfolk Daily News.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Limited to 20 students.

Students must keep up with current events.

 

 

Instructor

Lackas

Name of Class

Journalism

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Photography, writing, page layouts, creative notions, and deadlines are all covered in his class. The students will put the school yearbook and school newsletter together.

Other recommendations by instructor:

There are outside assignments required for this class.

 

 

Instructor

Lackas

Name of Class

English 10

Recommended grade levels

10

Prerequisites?

English 9

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Literature, grammar, speech skills, and creative writing. Grammar, vocabulary and spelling skills are studied and applied to daily writing. A variety of young adult literature will be covered throughout the year.

Other recommendations by instructor:

AR reading is required outside of class.

 

 

Mathematics

 

 

 

Isom/Backer

Name of Class

 Math 7

Recommended grade levels

7

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Emphasis on improving math skills

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Isom/Backer

Name of Class

 Math 8

Recommended grade levels

8

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

8th grade mathematics is designed to provide a smooth transition from arithmetic to algebra. Other concepts include: roots, signed numbers, percents, rations, proportions, and order of operations.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Engel

Name of Class

Intro to Algebra 

Recommended grade levels

9

Prerequisites?

8th grade math

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Prepares students for success in Algebra 1

Variables, expressions, equations, graphing, 5-step problem solving strategy to help students apply math concepts

Other recommendations by instructor:

Designed for the 9th grade students who experienced difficulty in Math 8 or who needs more preparation for Algebra 1. Called Pre-Algebra in some schools.

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Algebra 1

Recommended grade levels

8-9-10

Prerequisites?

Math 8 or Intro to Algebra

Is this a required course?

Yes- all students must take Algebra 1 in order to graduate

Description

Geometry, probability, and statistics together with algebra. Students will be solving a variety of equations

Other recommendations by instructor:

8th graders may take this class only if they are recommended by math teacher.

 

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Geometry

Recommended grade levels

9-10-11

Prerequisites?

Algebra 1

Is this a required course?

No

Description

 

          Skill in drawing, visualizing, and mathematical relationships and proofs

          Using geometric ideas in real situations

          Geometric concepts with coordinates, networks or other diagrams.

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

There is a significant amount of Algebra in this class

 

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Algebra 2 (Advanced Algebra)

Recommended grade levels

10-11-12

Prerequisites?

Algebra 1

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Review of fundamentals, functional relations, systems of equations, radicals, quadratic equations, exponents, powers, roots, logarithms, sequences, equations of higher degree, matrices and determinants

Other recommendations by instructor:

Designed for students planning to attend a two or four year college

 

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Pre-Calculus 

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

Geometry and Algebra 2

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The course integrates ideas of functions and trigonometry with  statistics and data analysis

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Calculus  

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

Pre-Calculus

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Designed for prospective math majors and students whose interest in is engineering, science or non-technical fields.

Other recommendations by instructor:

This class can be taken for college credit

 

 

Instructor

Gregory

Name of Class

Standards Math

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

Algebra 1

Is this a required course?

If a student has not taken advanced math courses, they must take Standards Math

Description

This course will ensure that students are able to pass the standards testing. It is designed for juniors or seniors not taking advanced mathematics classes

Other recommendations by instructor:

Non-college bound or technical school student  will benefit from this class

 

Music

 

Instructor

Boehmer

Name of Class

HS Chorus

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

1 year of Jr. High Chorus is recommended

Is this a required course?

No

Description

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

You must attend and perform in scheduled performances and concerts.

 

 

Instructor

Boehmer

Name of Class

 Jr. High Chorus

Recommended grade levels

7-8

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

You must attend and perform in scheduled performances and concerts.

 

Instructor

Hahne

Name of Class

JH and HS Band

Recommended grade levels

7-12

Prerequisites?

Prior lessons

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The band’s main purpose is to expose students to the art of creating music. Public performances and attendance at concerts is required.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Marching Band is included in this course

 

 

Physical Education

 

Instructor

Hixson

Name of Class

 PE

Recommended grade levels

9-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, bowling, table tennis, archery, tennis, and softball.

Health topics will include: Making Healthy Choices, Personality and Self-Esteem, CPR, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Prevention.

Other recommendations by instructor:

P.E. is a graduation requirement

                                                         

 

Instructor

Anderson

Name of Class

Strength Training

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The purpose of strength training is to teach students proper warm-up activities, including flexibility and agility, proper weight lifting techniques, and learning more about how to maximize results through varied workouts. The class will be highly structured and organized due to the limited amount of time available for class. Students will be expected to meet all guidelines or risk removal from class. Students will receive a designated amount of time to change into appropriate clothing before the class begins warm-up activities. Once warm-ups are completed, weight lifting activities will be tailored to student needs throughout the school year. There will be a maximum enrollment of 20 students. Enrollment will be determined on a first come first served basis. If necessary, priority will be given to students who participate in sports (the more sports the higher the priority.)

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Science

 

Instructor

Engel

Name of Class

Physics

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

Algebra 2

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Physics is the basis for all other sciences. The emphasis is on problem solving and application of mathematics including trig. The class will give the student the knowledge to enter into college physics.

Includes motion and force, gravity, energy, fluids and solids, waves, including sound and light, and modern physics.

Other recommendations by instructor:

A good math background is necessary. C or better in Algebra 1-2 and geometry is recommended as well as previous or current enrollment in pre-calculus.

 

 

Instructor

Engel

Name of Class

Chemistry

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

C or higher in Algebra 1

Is this a required course?

No

Description

Chemistry is the study of matter and its interactions. Metric measurement is introduced and used throughout the course. The course consists of atomic structure, the periodic table, reactions and bonding, states of matter, energy changes, gas laws, solutions, acids and bases, organic compounds and nuclear chemistry. Students will participate in lab activities and use math skills.

Other recommendations by instructor:

Algebra 1 is required and used almost daily.

 

 

Instructor

Engel

Name of Class

Physical Science

Recommended grade levels

All 9th graders

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Physical science combines the basic concepts of chemistry and physics. The chemistry section covers matter and atoms, elements and compounds, chemical and physical changes, and organic and biological compounds. The physics section covers motion and energy, machines, light and sound, and electricity. Math is commonly used in the course

Other recommendations by instructor:

This class is required for all freshmen.

 

 

Instructor

Engel

Name of Class

Earth Science

Recommended grade levels

8th

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

The course is divided into 4 main sections:

          The history of earth and movement of the crust

          Rocks and minerals

          Meteorology and climate

          Astronomy and the universe

  • One section will be covered each quarter.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

                                                                                      

 

Instructor

Stubbs

Name of Class

Anatomy and Physiology (A&P)

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

Biology

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The study of form and function of the human body.

Other recommendations by instructor:

This is a college prep class that should be taken by students who want to go into a health related field in college

 

Instructor

Stubbs

Name of Class

Ecology

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

Biology

Is this a required course?

No

Description

The class will be a combination of ecology (study of the relationships among organisms and the environment) and also evolution (the study of how things change over time. Ecology will take up most of the first semester and evolution will be the second semester. Research papers and Power Point presentations will be a part of both sections, along with the normal tests/quizzes.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Stubbs

Name of Class

Biology

Recommended grade levels

10

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Study of life, evolution, and ecology

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Stubbs

Name of Class

Life Science (7)

Recommended grade levels

7th Grade

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

Study of life on earth

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

Social Studies

 

 

Instructor

Hillman

Name of Class

 American History 2

Recommended grade levels

11

Prerequisites?

Yes – World History/American History 10th grade

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

American History is the study of the causes and consequences of major events in American History in addition to the individuals and groups which have influenced American history.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Hillman

Name of Class

World History/American History 1

Recommended grade levels

10

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

World history is the study of causes and consequences of the major events in world history. It is also the story of the human community – how people lived on a daily basis, how they shared ideas, how they ruled and were ruled, and how they fought. Also includes economics, politics, and social changes.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

 

Instructor

Hillman

Name of Class

American Government

Recommended grade levels

12

Prerequisites?

No

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

The students will understand the democratic principles and processes, past and present, which guide the American government. A study of the legal, state and federal branches and divisions of government will be conducted. Students will learn their rights and responsibilities of active American citizenship and discuss and debate issues which affect society.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Miller

Name of Class

Psychology/Careers/Research

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

This class will enable you to understand why psychology is defined as the scientific study of behavior. Topics included: history and approaches, research methods, biological bases of behavior, developmental psychology, personality testing and individual differences, and memory.

Time will also be spent looking at career choices in all areas. Assignments will include developing research skills and preparation for the writing assignments you will experience at the college level.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

                                                                                   

 

Instructor

Miller

Name of Class

Geography/Economics

Recommended grade levels

9-10

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Very strongly recommended

Description

This course will look at the physical aspects of geography and human geography in Latin America, Western and Central Europe, and Northern Eurasia, Southwest and Central Asia, Africa, South and East Asia.  Stereotypes will also be discussed as well as how cultures and traditions change over time

This course will also concentrate on basic economic concepts. The class will enable you to understand your role in our economy as well as roles of consumer, wage earner and government. Standards will be covered and students will be able to test on those areas covered in the 11th grade social science standards test.

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

Standards will be covered

 

 

 

Instructor

Miller

Name of Class

7th Social Studies

Recommended grade levels

7th grade

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

 

 

Instructor

Miller

Name of Class

 8th Social Studies

Recommended grade levels

8th

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

Yes

Description

 

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

  

Instructor

Team taught by entire staff

Name of Class

Skills 101

Recommended grade levels

11-12

Prerequisites?

None

Is this a required course?

No

Description

This course will consist of important topics that students will need to be successful in the world. Topics include information relating to business, personal life, careers and education. Speakers from the community as well as faculty will team teach this newly created class.

Other recommendations by instructor:

 

  

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