2017- 2018 Course

Description Guide

ABELL JR. HIGH 432-689-6200

ALAMO JR. HIGH 432-689-1700

GODDARD JR. HIGH 432-689-1300

SAN JACINTO JR. HIGH 432-689-1350

LEE FRESHMAN HIGH SCHOOL 432-689-1250

MIDLAND FRESHMAN HIGH SCHOOL 432-689-1200

ROBERT E. LEE

HIGH HIGH SCHOOL

432-689-1600

COLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL 432-689-5000

EAR

EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL @ MC

432- 685-4641

MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL

432-689-1100

MIDLAND COLLEGE

432-685-4500

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

CENTER

432-697-5863

WWW.MIDLANDISD.NET

432-689-1000

http://www.midlandisd.net/

Table of Contents Letter from Superintendent------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -----------------1 Junior High Information----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------2-3 Junior High Electives---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-5 Personal Graduation Plan: 9th Grade entry 2014-15 and Beyond----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6-9 5 Endorsements and 16 Career Clusters..How They Fit Together To Create A Coherent Course Sequence------------------------------------10 STEM Graduation Endorsement – Distinguished Level of Achievement-----------------------------------------------------------------------------11-12 Business & Industry Graduation Endorsement – Distinguished Level of Achievement----------------------------------------------------------13-14 Public Service Graduation Endorsement – Distinguished Level of Achievement------------------------------------------------------------------15-16 Arts & Humanities Endorsement – Distinguished Level of Achievement----------------------------------------------------------------------------17-18 Multi-Disciplinary Graduation Endorsement – Distinguished Level of Achievement-------------------------------------------------------------19-20 MISD 4 Year Plan Course Tool – Non Core Courses------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Advanced Technology Center-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22 Secondary Advanced Academics Services Information-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22 Early College High School @ MC-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23 Viola Coleman High School--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -----------23 Counselors Advise College Planning to Begin Early--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23 Early Admissions----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24 Texas Success Initiative (TSI)/THEA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25 CHAP Dual Credit Enrollment with Midland College--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25-28

The Midland Legacy Scholarship--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29 National Honor Society--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 The National Technical Honor Society--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 Texas Scholars Program--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 Academic Awards--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 Course Descriptions Language Arts Courses------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31-33 Mathematics Courses------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------------------------------------34-39 Science Courses----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------39-41 Social Studies Courses------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------------------------------------42-43 Physical Education Courses-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------44 Athletics Programs--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------45-46 Air Force Jr. Reserve Officer Training Corps--------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------47-48 Languages Other Than English--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------49-52 Fine Arts-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------53 Art Courses----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------53-55 Band, Orchestra & Choral Music Courses------------------------------------------------------------------------ --------------------------------------55-56 Theatre Courses----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------56-57 Additional Electives-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------58-60 Career and Technology Programs of Study – Midland High and Midland Freshman High Schools-----------------------------------------61-72 Career and Technology Programs of Study –Lee High and Lee Freshman High Schools-------------------------------------------------------73-84 Career and Technology Programs of Study – Coleman High School--------------------------------------------------------------------------------85-88 General Information--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------89 Useful Website-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------90 Graduation Plan---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------91 Grade Point Averaging---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------92-93 Miscellaneous Fees and Dues Schedule---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------94

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Rod Schroder Interim Superintendent of Schools

615 W. Missouri Avenue Midland, Texas 79701-5092

Main: 432.689.1000 Fax: 432.689.1976 www.midlandisd.net

rod.schroder@midlandisd.net

January 2017

Dear Students and Parents: We are offering an opportunity for parents to become engaged in their children’s future by providing you with next year’s course offerings. Midland ISD has traditionally provided a vast selection of course offerings that are both rigorous and relevant for your student’s education. MISD is committed to providing all students with a quality education and has many programs designed to optimize student learning. We want to be a partner with you in guiding your student to a productive and satisfying school year. I recommend and encourage parents to contact their respective counselor and campus administration if you have any further questions. We are looking to an excellent 2017-2018 school year.

Sincerely,

Rod Schroder Interim Superintendent of Schools

http://www.midlandisd.net/http://www.midlandisd.net/mailto:rod.schroder@midlandisd.net

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WELCOME TO JUNIOR HIGH

Beginning a new school year is always an exciting experience. Junior high school is a new situation that may seem

strange at first. It is the strangeness of new faces, new classrooms and new teachers that can be confusing and also

exciting. There will be new things to do and new ways of doing some of the familiar things. Most of you will feel a little

awkward and mixed-up in this new situation called junior high! Here are some things you can do to help: • Give yourself time to learn your way around; • Start finding out about things you don’t know; • Don’t be afraid to ask questions; • Get to know your counselor, principal, attendance clerk, and school secretary Each junior high holds an orientation for students at the beginning of school. You will receive notification of the date

through the mail.

SEVENTH GRADE COURSES: All seventh grade students take a common set of required courses. These required courses are English, Texas

History, Science, and Mathematics. Students will be placed in System 44 or Read 180 according to reading level. Students will also take electives.

ELECTIVES: Students will choose electives. Placement in selected electives will be on a space available basis. If more students select

an elective than seats available, a lottery drawing will take place. If a student’s first choice is not available, the student

will be placed in another elective. See Page 4 for electives.

HIGH SCHOOL COURSES:

High school courses available are Spanish I, II and Pre AP Spanish III, and GT/Pre AP Algebra I, Art I, Touch Systems.

COURSE REQUEST LIST: Sometime in early June, course requests will be mailed to all incoming students. This is a list, not a schedule, of the classes

each student will be taking. Parents and students should review this list carefully. If corrections need to be made, call your

student’s school counselor by JUNE 8, 2017. THERE WILL BE NO SCHEDULE CHANGES AFTER THIS DATE.

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PEP SQUAD/CHEERLEADING:

Pep Squad is a school spirit group that is responsible for helping the 8th grade cheerleaders support athletics. Any 7th or

8th grade student who is interested and willing to attend practices and games may be a member of Pep Squad. All

students who wish to try out for 8th grade cheerleading must maintain passing grades during their 7th grade year.

Members have a great time learning cheers, chants and dance routines.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS:

Clubs and organizations differ at each junior high school. Some of the clubs are Spirit Boosters, Math Club, Chess

Club, Spanish Club, National Jr. Honor Society and Student Council.

STUDENT AWARDS:

Awards recognizing academic achievement, pupil participation, attendance and excellence of performance in each

subject will be presented at an awards ceremony in the spring at each junior high school. The MISD academic

achievement award is based on a 90 cumulative average earned in all core courses and foreign language for two

consecutive semesters in Midland ISD schools. This award will be presented in the eighth grade. The Presidential

Academic Achievement award is given to eighth graders who meet a criteria set by the U.S. Department of Education.

The Duke University Talent Identification Award is given only to seventh graders who meet set standards.

National Junior Honor Society membership requires an 85 or above cumulative grade average for each semester of the

seventh grade year. Leadership, citizenship and character are also membership requirements. Members are inducted in

the fall of their eighth grade year.

TUTORIAL SESSION:

Tutorial sessions are available for students who need to receive individual instruction, to make up tests and to receive help

with homework. Students are referred to tutorials by their teacher, or the student can attend tutorials voluntarily.

Students should check with their teachers for room numbers and the correct day and time for the subject in which they

need help.

COUNSELORS:

Abell Junior High Dionicia Myers – 8th

689-6210 dionicia.myers@midlandisd.net

Tracy Pradon – 7th 689-6209 tracy.pradon@midlandisd.net

Alamo Junior High Angela Williamson – 8th

689-1709 angela.williamson@midlandisd.net

Jolene Holladay - 7th 689-1707 jolene.holladay@midlandisd.net

Goddard Junior High Mary Lehrer 8th 689-1307 mary.lehrer@midlandisd.net

– 7th 689-1309

San Jacinto Junior High Nicole Valenzuela – 8th 689-1354 nicole.valenzuela@midlandisd.net

Tiffany Rundell – 7th 689-1365 tiffany.rundell@midlandisd.net

mailto:dmyers@midlandisd.netmailto:tracy.pradon@midlandisd.netmailto:angela.williamson@midlandisd.netmailto:mary.lehrer@midlandisd.netmailto:amy.allen@midlandisd.netmailto:nicole.valenzuela@midlandisd.net

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ELECTIVES

MUSIC

BAND: Seventh grade band classes are offered for beginning students in brass, woodwinds, and percussion. No prior

experience in band or music is necessary in order to enroll in seventh grade band. The big choice is the selection of an

instrument. The junior high band directors will schedule meetings during the summer to assist in instrument selection. The

cost of a band instrument is an important item to consider.

CHOIR: Each junior high has two choirs. The choral groups will perform a wide variety of music from popular to classical,

and the students will receive instruction in music theory, music history and vocal techniques. The choir will perform at UIL

contest and at public events. All choral students will be responsible for purchasing a modestly priced uniform.

ORCHESTRA: The development of individual and group performance skills is the goal of the orchestra program. Students

will perform at various UIL contests and at public events.

ART

Art is a special course designed to enable the student to express ideas, thoughts and feelings in personal and creative

ways. Beginning drawing and tempera painting, design, graphics, fibers, sculpture, art history and art appreciation are

part of the curriculum. The students develop skills in handling art tools and materials. Fee is required; see District Fee

Schedule .

SPEECH & DRAMA

This survey course covers both speech and drama. The course focuses on performance of a variety of speech and drama

activities. First semester provides practical experience in interpersonal relationships, informative and persuasive

speaking, basic debate, and parliamentary procedure. The second semester drama experiences include poetry and prose

reading, role playing, and character relationships. Special activities include participation in contests and a tour of Midland

Community Theater.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education will develop skills in the basic motor movements of sports activities and everyday living. Sports skills will

be developed for use in leisure and recreational activities. It will emphasize continuous physical improvement and

developmental opportunities for play and social interaction with others. PE uniforms are required.

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ATHLETICS

Interscholastic athletic competition is offered for boys and girls beginning in the seventh grade. Boys who wish to play football

should sign up for athletics. Girls who are interested in interscholastic athletics have an opportunity to try out for volleyball,

basketball, and track and will be placed accordingly. In addition, boys and girls tennis is offered. Team selection is based on

tryouts. If selected for athletics, students will remain in the athletic program, PE, or off-season program for the remainder of the

school year. Any student who plans to participate in athletics must have a physical examination before try-outs. No student will

be allowed to participate in any athletic event without a signed form certifying that the student has had a physical examination.

Physical cards are available at your junior high.

CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY COURSES OFFERED AT JUNIOR HIGH

7th or 8th Grade:

Investigating Careers

Touch Systems*

8th Grade:

College and Career Readiness

*will earn High School Elective Credit for this course

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Personal Graduation Plan: 9th Grade Entry 2014-15 and Beyond

During the 83rd Texas Legislature, House Bill 5 was signed into law, which changes high school graduation requirements for

students who will be freshmen during the 2014-15 school year and beyond. It establishes one graduation plan - Foundation High

School Program (FHSP) - with opportunities to earn endorsements, Distinguished Achievement and Performance

Acknowledgements.

STEM

Business and Industry

Public Services

Arts and Humanities

Multidisciplinary Studies

Please note: Students may change their endorsement at any time prior to graduation. In order to change, the student must visit

with their counselor, get parent permission, and have room in their schedule to complete the required courses of the new

endorsement prior to graduation. Not all Programs of Study will be available to earn an endorsement but students may still take

the course as an elective. Ability to complete an endorsement may be affected by availability of facilities & faculty.

IMPORTANT

According to the MISD Policy regarding GPA and Class Rank, courses earned and calculated in historical GPA will not be

recalculated if a student changes their endorsement.

Planning for the Future

In MISD our goal is to increase the number of students who graduate and go on to earn some form of higher education. Please

take the time to discuss future plans with your parents/guardians and school counselor in order to help you achieve your goal of

a technical certificate, two-year degree, or four-year degree. We are here to help you achieve your goals and have resources

available for you. Websites to assist you in career choices & college planning: www.texasgenuine.org ,

www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org , www.texasrealitycheck.com

http://www.texasgenuine.org/http://www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org/http://www.texasrealitycheck.com/

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Demonstrating Outstanding Performance: Dual credit coursework, Bilingualism College AP, PSAT, SAT or ACT. See Distinguished & Performance Overview.

Performance Acknowledgment

English I (9th) Biology (9th)

English II (10th) US History (11th)

Algebra I (9th)

State Assessments Required for Graduation

Endorsement Grad Plan required courses.

Also required: Algebra II, Chemistry

and Physics

Programs of Study:

Engineering, Math, Science, STEM Flex, Petroleum Oil & Gas Career Ready, Petroleum Engineering.

See Endorsement Pages

Occupation Examples:

Engineer, Electronic Drafter, Surveyor, Microbiologist, Chemist, Geoscientist, Mathematician, Geneticist, Statistician, Technologist, Technician, etc.

Endorsement Grad Plan required courses.

This endorsement allows the student to select courses from the curriculum of various endorsement areas and earn credits in a variety of advanced courses from multiple content areas sufficient to complete the distinguished level of achievement.

See Endorsement Pages

Endorsement Grad Plan required courses.

Programs of Study: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Architecture & Construction, Management & Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Hospitality & Tourism, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics, Arts A/V Technology & Communications. See Endorsement Pages

Occupation Examples: Accountant, Financial Manager, Chief Executive Officer, Film Editor, Animation, Construction, Market Research, Auto Technology etc.

Endorsement Grad Plan required courses.

Programs of Study:

Health Science-Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Pharmacology/Tech, Education & Training, Government & Public Administration, Cosmetology, Military Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). See Endorsement Pages

Occupation Examples:

Concierge, Social Worker, Mental Health, Nurse, Chef, Pharmacist, Cosmetologist, Detective, Lawyer, Teacher, etc.

Endorsement Grad Plan required courses.

Programs of Study: Fine Arts in Art, Music, Theatre or Humanities in Languages Other Than English (LOTE) or Social Studies See Endorsement Pages

Occupation Examples: Actor, Art Director, Broadcaster, Choreographer, Curator, Historian, Musician, Photographer, Producer, Radio and Television Announcer, Reporter, Singer, Technical writer, Translator, Interpreter, linguist, etc.

Completion of one endorsement and earning 4 credits in Math. One credit must be Algebra II and earning four credits in Science. See Distinguished & Performance Overview.

Distinguished Achievement

4 credits English Required: English I, II, III & IV 3 credits Mathematics Required: Algebra I & Geometry. Choice:

one credit in any advanced math course. 3 credits Science Required: Biology.

Choice: one credit in Chemistry, Physics or IPC Choice: one credit in any advanced science course.

3 credits Social Studies Required: one credit US History, half credit Government & half credit Economics & one credit World Geography

2 credits Language other than English (LOTE) Choice (2 years same language) 1 credit Physical Education Choice 1 credit Fine Arts Choice 5 credits in electives Choice (May include CTE or certification courses)

* Students may opt to Foundation-only after completing sophomore year. Parent signature required.

Foundation Graduation Plan 22 Credits *

4 credits English Required: English I, II, III & IV. 4 credits Mathematics Required: Algebra I & Geometry.

Choice: two credits in any advanced math course. 4 credits Science Required: Biology.

Choice: one credit in Chemistry or Physics Choice: two credits in any advanced science course.

3 credits Social Studies Required: one credit US History, half credit Government & half credit Economics & one credit World Geography.

2 credits Language other than English (LOTE) Choice (2 years same language) 1 credit Physical Education Choice 1 credit Fine Arts Choice 7 credits in electives 4 of the electives may be dictated by endorsement requirements. See endorsement pages for more information.

Foundation Endorsement Graduation Plan 26 Credits

Graduation Plans: 9th Grade Entry 2014-2015 and Beyond

MISD Endorsements

STEM Business/Industry Public Services Arts & Humanities Multidisciplinary

Studies

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MISD Distinguished & Performance Acknowledgement Overview Enhancements A student may earn the Distinguished Level of Achievement and/or a Performance

Acknowledgement for outstanding performance. The Distinguished Level of Achievement must be earned to be admitted to a Texas public university under the Top 10 Percent automatic admission law.

Distinguished Level of Achievement

To earn the Distinguished Level of Achievement a student must complete: Foundation Program Requirements 4 credits in Math including Algebra II 4 credits in Science Complete the requirements of at least 1 Endorsement

Performance Acknowledgements

Performance acknowledgement for outstanding performance can be earned though: Dual credit coursework Bilingualism & Biliteracy PSAT, SAT or ACT scores Advanced Placement Scores Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification

or license

Dual Credit at least 12 hours of college academic courses, including those taken for dual credit as part of the Texas core curriculum, and advanced technical credit courses, including locally articulated courses, with a grade of the equivalent of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0; or an associate degree while in high school.

Bilingualism & Biliteracy

(1) A student may earn a performance acknowledgment by demonstrating proficiency inaccordance with local school district grading policy in two or more languages by:(A) completing all English language arts requirements and maintaining a minimum gradepoint average (GPA) of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; and(B) satisfying one of the following:

(i) completion of a minimum of three credits in the same language in a languageother than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or

(ii) demonstrate proficiency in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for LevelIV or higher in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or

(iii) completion of at least three credits in foundation subject area courses in alanguage other than English with a minimum GPA of 80 on a scale of 100; or

(iv) demonstrate proficiency in one or more languages other than English through one ofthe following methods:

(I) a score of 3 or higher on a College Board Advanced Placement examination for alanguage other than English; or

(II) a score of 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate examinationfor a higher-level languages other than English course; or

(III) Performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a language otherthan English of at least Intermediate High or its equivalent. (2) In addition to meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, to earn aperformance acknowledgment in bilingualism and biliteracy, an English language learnermust also have:(A) participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or English as a second language(ESL) program; and(B) Scored at the Advanced High level on the Texas English Language ProficiencyAssessment System (TELPAS).

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PSAT, SAT or ACT • earning a score on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test(PSAT/NMSQT®) that qualifies the student for recognition as a commended scholar orhigher by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation, as part of theNational Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) of the College Board or as part of theNational Achievement Scholarship Program of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation;or

College readiness benchmark score on at least 2 of the 4 subject test on ACT• earning a combined critical reading and mathematics score of at least 1250 on the SAT®• earning a composite score on the ACT® examination of 28 (excluding the writing subscore).[An additional measure for ACT-Plan may be used]

Advanced Placement (AP)

• a score of 3 or above on a College Board Advanced Placement (AP) examination[An additional measure for IB may be used]

Certifications & Licenses

(1) A student may earn a performance acknowledgment with:(A) performance on an examination or series of examinations sufficient to obtain a

nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification; or (B) performance on an examination sufficient to obtain a government-required

credential to practice a profession. (2) Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification shall bedefined as an industry validated credential that complies with knowledge and skillsstandards promulgated by a nationally or internationally recognized business, industry,professional, or government entity representing a particular profession or occupation thatis issued by or endorsed by:

(A) a national or international business, industry, or professional organization;(B) a state agency or other government entity; or(C) a state-based industry association.

(3) Certifications or licensures for performance acknowledgements shall:(A) be age appropriate for high school students;(B) represent a student's substantial course of study and/or end-of-program knowledge

and skills; (C) include an industry recognized examination or series of examinations, an industry

validated skill test, or demonstrated proficiency through documented, supervised field experience; and

(D) represent substantial knowledge and multiple skills needed for successful entry into ahigh-skill occupation.

Source: Texas Education Agency-Graduation Toolkit & TEC Chapter 74. Curriculum Requirements

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5 Endorsements and 16 Career Clusters

How they fit together to create a coherent course sequence

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) Endorsement:

The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) Career Cluster is also an Endorsement. The classes that can be taken for

graduation are Math, Science, Technology, and Engineering classes.

Business & Industry Endorsement:

The classes that can be taken for graduation come from Agriculture, Architecture, Arts & Technology, Business Management, Finance,

Hospitality, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Transportation.

Public Service Endorsement:

The classes that can be taken for graduation are Education & Training, Government, Health Science, Human Services, and Law & Public

Safety.

Arts & Humanities Endorsement:

The classes that can be taken for graduation come from Fine Arts like Music, Art, Theater & Dance or learning 4 years of a Foreign

Language.

Multi-Disciplinary Studies Endorsement:

The classes that can be taken come from a mixture of the top 4 endorsements.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

THE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

CENTER

The ATC, Midland’s Advanced Technology Center, delivers workforce education programs to support the

development of a skilled technical workforce for Midland and the Permian Basin by allowing students to earn high

school diplomas, college certificates, and the associate of applied science degrees. The facility enables Midland-

area residents to further enhance their technical skills through industry-recognized certifications and other

continuing education opportunities.

The ATC houses more than 80,000 square feet of instruction space, which features high-tech computer classrooms

with Internet access, a multimedia distance education classroom and a tiered conference room. Specialty

laboratories at the ATC include welding and metallurgy labs, electronic labs, automotive technology labs, and

introductory health science labs. State-of-the-art equipment in all instructional areas provides students with “high-

tech, high-touch” instruction and hands-on application of skills.

The ATC’s computer classrooms and labs are equipped with state-of-the-art hardware and software which are used to

train students in contemporary software applications, computer networking capabilities, and computer hardware

maintenance and repair. Computer applications and skills used by business and industry are taught in all instructional

programs. A sophisticated computer network will allow the center to accommodate more than 700 computer

workstations. Students enrolled in classes at the ATC must have an up to date immunization record which includes a

current bacterial meningitis vaccine. A current immunization record must be on file with Midland College.

SECONDARY ADVANCED ACADEMIC SERVICES INFORMATION

Advanced Academic Services offers two programs at the secondary level: Secondary Gifted and Talented (G/T

AP®/PreAP®) and Secondary Advanced Placement and Pre Advanced Placement (AP®/PreAP®): Both programs offer AP®

and PreAP® (registered trademarks for the College Board’s Advanced Placement Programs) based courses as well as

some previously TEA-approved honors courses in subjects which do not have equivalent AP®/PreAP® courses. Placement

in Secondary G/T courses is initiated by student G/T application/nomination annually in January while placement in

Secondary AP®/PreAP® courses is initiated by student request through the campus counselors. Both programs receive

weighted grade points according to District Policy EIC (Local).

G/T AP®/PreAP® students, grades 7-12, are identified and served in distinct courses designed to differentiate the depth,

complexity and pacing from the corresponding AP®/PreAP® courses. G/T PreAP® and PreAP® are preparatory courses for

G/T AP® and AP® courses. G/T indicates courses which are designed specifically for students identified by the criteria

established by MISD in accordance with the Texas State Plan for the Education of the Gifted and Talented. G/T services

for secondary students begin the first day of the fall semester.

Students who submitted G/T applications by the deadlines posted on the Advanced Academics website will be notified

of the assessment dates for specific grade levels and courses

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EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL @ MIDLAND COLLEGE

Early College High School @ Midland College is an innovative high school where students have the unique

opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate’s degree from college at the same time, at no cost to the

student. The ECHS model serves students who are underrepresented in college and who may need additional

support to complete a college degree. At ECHS @ MC, students complete a rigorous program that includes high

school and college courses. At the same time, students are provided a framework of support including counseling,

tutoring and mentoring. The high school is located on the Midland College campus. To attend ECHS@MC, students

must apply for admission in the spring of their 8th grade year. Approximately 85 students are selected to attend

each year. These students are expected to attend ECHS@MC for all four years of high school.

VIOLA M. COLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL

Viola M. Coleman High School provides a choice to students who are motivated by a smaller and a more

personalized learning environment. Coleman accepts students who are behind in credits due to hardships and/or

failure, in danger of not graduating or students who have dropped out and are currently not attending school.

Coleman High School is a campus dedicated to meeting the needs of all students and providing credit recovery

opportunities. Self-paced instruction will allow students to accelerate their graduation and overcome semesters or

years lost due to retention. The A+ self-paced courses will provide those students with the opportunity of an

earlier graduation than through traditional coursework. Students that have not passed all components of the Exit

Level STARR Exam can enroll in EOC remediation courses.

Students attending Coleman High School are expected to remain at Coleman High School for the remainder of that

academic year and will probably elect to stay there until graduation. If a Coleman student needs courses offered

at the other high schools, arrangements can be made to obtain those courses not offered at Coleman High School.

The requirements at Coleman High School for academic credit are the same as the requirements on any MISD

campus. Students are required to master the TEKS in all courses with a minimum grade of 70. Transportation is

provided to Coleman High School in the same manner as all MISD campus. Students interested in the educational

opportunities available at Coleman High School should speak to their counselor or collegiate coach.

Counselors Advise College Planning to Begin Early

College entrance requirements vary from college to college. You would be very wise to begin examining college

entrance requirements no later than the beginning of your freshman year.

If you have already passed that point, don’t despair. Come to the Counseling Office and/or Library where you will

find a variety of college and university catalogs which will list just what you need to enter a particular college.

All colleges require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Four-year colleges and universities usually require

students to submit SAT or ACT scores. For more information, go to www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org.

You should refer to the website or catalog of each school to be sure that you have met their very specific

entrance requirements.

http://www.collegeboard.com/http://www.actstudent.org/

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Advanced Planning Assures Graduation: Do you remember that four-year plan you made in the eighth grade? By

now, you have probably realized that the plan was designed to help you see that graduation does not happen unless

you make and follow careful plans.

Your preliminary graduation plan was never intended to be permanent and unchangeable. In fact, it is subject to

change almost every year during spring registration. As you learn about new courses and your educational needs

change, your graduation plans change accordingly. Now is the time to think about those early choices.

Are they still appropriate for your needs? If not, you should make new choices when you come to your assigned

registration time. Note the requirements for each type of transcript within this publication and discuss them

with your counselor and parents. Credits May be Acquired through Special Programs: Correspondence courses

may be taken through Texas Tech University Extension Services. Counselors will aid students in signing up for

the correspondence courses, but successful completion of such courses is the student’s responsibility. MISD will

also accept credits earned through examinations. Credit by exams for purposes of acceleration or remediation

are available through Texas Tech as provided by the Texas Education Agency. Counselors will provide

application forms and guidelines and facilitate student registration for credit by exams. Students who have had

prior instruction in a course, earned a grade not below 60, and have met compulsory attendance rules may take

a credit by exam and gain credit if the score is 70 or better. Students who have not had prior instruction and

wish to accelerate with a credit by exam must have a score of at least an 80. Correspondence courses must be

completed two weeks prior to the end of the semester.

EARLY ADMISSIONS

Students may take classes for college credit at Midland College during the school year. The TSI requirement must

first be fulfilled. Students may pick up an application for this option from their counselor. Students must be

approved by their counselor/high school principal before enrolling. An early admission is not the same program as

dual enrollment.

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)Students planning to attend a Texas state-supported two-year or four-yearcollege or university must meet TSI standards before enrolling or be exempt by making a high SAT, ACT or EOC

score. Students who take Dual classes will be enrolled in Midland College; therefore, they also must meet the TSI

standard as outlined by the college before registering for dual courses. It is the student’s responsibility to provide

these scores to Midland College. Graduates must check with Midland College regarding the criteria for TSI

exemption before enrolling in concurrent courses.

PSAT- To Be Determined.

SAT – 1070 minimum combined verbal and Math scores and 500 minimum on both the verbal and Math tests.

ACT – 23 composite score and 19 minimum on both the English and Math tests

EOC – 2200 ELA and 3 or 4 writing for ELA

2200 Math (Math placement test)

EOC – To Be Determined

Additional information available on Midland College Website: www.midlandcollege.edu

http://www.midlandcollege.edu/

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CHAPS Dual Credit Enrollment with Midland College

MISD and Midland College cooperate in a dual credit enrollment plan whereby junior and senior students may

earn both credit for high school graduation and credit for college hours simultaneously. Availability of dual credit

classes is determined by teacher qualifications.

Students enrolled in specified MISD courses during the regular school year will also be given the option of registering

with Midland College for the corresponding college course. Upon successful completion of the course, both credit

for high school graduation and credit for college hours will be awarded.

Students must pass the reading and writing portion of the TSI before enrolling in English and Spanish courses.

Students must pass the reading portion of the TSI to enroll in Economics, Government, History, Music and Science

and students must pass the math and reading portion of the TSI to take Computer Science and the math portion to

take Mathematics. In addition, a Midland College placement test is required for ALL college-level math courses.

A student who is interested in the dual credit enrollment program must apply to the counselor during the spring

registration. The counselor will explain registration steps, the cost of tuition, and the granting of high school credit

for dual credit courses.

Dual credit courses taught at Lee High School and Midland High school are listed below, together with the College

Course Title and number. Midland High School Dual Credit Courses chart is on following page.

Robert E. Lee High School Dual Credit Courses

HS COURSE NAME DEPT/NO COLLEGE COURSE TITLE

Effective Learning EDUC 1100 Effective Learning

English III ENGL 1301 Composition 1

English IV ENGL 2322 British Literature I

Government GOVT 2305 Federal Government

US History HIST 1301 U.S. History I

Pre-Calculus MATH 1314 College Algebra

Finite Math MATH 1324 Math Business & Social Science

AP Calculus BC MATH 2413 Calculus I

Spanish III SPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish I

Spanish IV SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish 1

Speech SPCH 1311 Intro to Speech Communication

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Midland High School Dual Credit Courses

HS COURSE NAME DEPT/NO COLLEGE COURSE TITLE

Effective Learning EDUC 1100 Effective Learning

English III ENGL 1301 Composition I

English IV ENGL 2322 British Literature I

US History HIST 1301 U.S. History I

Pre-Calculus MATH 1314 College Algebra

Finite Math MATH 1324 Math Business & Social Science

AP Calculus BC MATH 2413 Calculus I

Speech SPCH 1311 Intro to Speech Communication

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MC/MISD Dual-Credit Process Academic Year 2017-2018

Dual Credit is a two part registration process! Both parts (MC and MISD) need to be completed in order to receive

college credit!

**Students who have taken dual credit in the past do not need to complete a new application but they do need to

submit a new Student/Parent Agreement Form (Step 2 under January). **

January

1. Attend dual credit registration meeting at your high school!2. Complete Parent/Student Agreement Form and submit it to the MC Enrollment Services Office, online, or to your high school College Connection Advisor.

Registration Parent Meeting followed by Dual CreditMeeting

Grade Level Registration Meeting

Students obtain a Course Registration Card

Evening Registration (MHS)

February

MC will be on campus to assist students complete the Apply Texas application. Students who are unable to attend or are absent but are interested in dual credit need to complete the following step.

Complete Online Apply Texas Application (www.applytexas.org) Application consists of completing a profile AND an application.

Note: MC Admissions Office will send an acceptance notification via email that will include Student ID, PIN, and online instructions to enroll in course(s). This process takes 3-5 working days.

Student completes Course Registration Card and submits to assigned teacher.

Counselors register student in courses for the upcomingschool year (Gr. 9-11).

Students will receive class waiver to complete(if applicable)

Saturday Registration Day (LHS); Evening Registration (MHS)

Complete Online Apply Texas Application for DualEnrollment

Return Dual Credit Parent/Student Agreement Form

March Test Scores and Meningitis documentation will be submitted by high school to MC.

TSI (Texas Success Initiative) testing is required prior toenrollment

Students will meet TSI Assessment requirements if the following scores are achieved: Mathematics: 350 Reading: 351 Writing: Essay score of 5; or Essay score of 4 with multiple choice score of 363.

Please see test schedule insert for testing schedule Complete application for admission, if not already done so.

Ensure that TSI requirements have been fulfilled

Finalize Registration 9-12

MISD dual credit scholarship opportunity, if eligible.

Please see College Connection Advisor on your campus to see if you qualify for an MISD scholarship

April

Take TSI or math placement test if necessary. Please contact the MC Testing Center at 685-4504 for more information. TSI test is $29 and must be paid before a student is allowed to test. Complete an application to Midland College, if not already done.

Course list is mailed to students.

Make changes to schedule with counselor

Take the Math Placement Exam at Midland College forDual Enrollment if you do not meet exemption status.

TSI testing April LHS/MHS campuses

http://www.applytexas.org/

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May Take placement test if necessary. Please contact the MC Testing Center at 685-4504 for more information.

Complete application for admission, if not already done so.

1. After you receive your high school schedule, enroll in collegecourses at MC.

• Enroll online via campus connect at:https://www.midland.edu/registration/index.php

**Note: You will need your MC Student ID number and PIN to enroll online.

OR • Enroll in person at the Scharbauer Student Center.

2. Pay:• Online payment: Log on to Campus Connect. Select the

"Student Information" heading and then "Review/PayAccount".

• Set up an interest-free, automatic payment plan online.Go to Campus Connect and select FACTS.

• Pay in person at the Scharbauer Student Center.** Failure to pay will result in being dropped from classes**

Course list mailed to students.

Final schedule changes shall be made prior to June 18.

1. When you receive your high school course list, enroll in college courses at MC.2. Pay: PLEASE SEE MIDLAND COLLEGE SIDE FOR SPECIFICS

** Failure to pay will result in being dropped from classes**

June 16th Deadline for schedule changes and MC enrollment process to be completed.

August Begin dual credit course(s)!!

If high school schedule changes after 1st class day go tocampus connect on the Midland College website (www.midland.edu) and update your MC schedule.

Student receives final schedule on or before the first class day.

November-December Students taking dual credit classes for the first time need to complete the 2 year application at www.applytexas.org and submit a Parent/Student Agreement Form to the MC Enrollment Services Office

Form: http://www.midland.edu/students/dc_forms.php

Students continuing with dual credit for the 2nd semester need to: 1. Enroll in college courses at MC.

• Enroll online via campus connect at:https://www.midland.edu/campusconnect

**Note: You will need your MC Student ID number and PIN to enroll online.

OR • Enroll in person at the Scharbauer Student Center.

2. Pay:• Online payment: Log on to Campus Connect. Select the

"Student Information" heading and then "Review/Pay Account".

• Set up an interest-free, automatic payment plan online.Go to Campus Connect and select FACTS.

• Pay in person at the Scharbauer Student Center.** Failure to pay will result in being dropped from classes**

Register for 2nd Semester dual credit classes

Pay for second Semester dual credit classes.

*Dual Credit Students taking classes at the Advanced Technology Center (ATC) will be required to provide documentation that they have received

the meningitis vaccine within the last 5 years. Students who have not received the vaccine in the last 5 years will need to receive the vaccine at

least 10 days before the first day of class.

IN CASE OF WITHDRAWAL FROM HIGH SCHOOL DUAL CREDIT CLASS(ES), STUDENT WILL NEED TO CONTACT MC TO WITHDRAW FROM THE COLLEGE COURSE(S).

https://www.midland.edu/registration/index.phphttp://www.applytexas.org/http://www.midland.edu/students/dc_forms.phphttps://www.midland.edu/campusconnect

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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Membership in the National Honor Society (NHS) is a special honor bestowed upon students by the local chapter.

Selection for membership is based upon four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

To be considered for membership, LHS and MHS students must be juniors or seniors, must have been in attendance at

the inducting campus at least one semester, and have an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale.

A faculty council appointed by the principal makes the final selection by verifying candidate information such as

attendance data, discipline records, and voluntary teacher comments. Those students receiving a majority vote of the

faculty council are invited to membership and initiated at an annual fall ceremony. To safeguard membership and

graduate as NHS members students must maintain these same criteria.

THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY

MISD has two chapters at Lee and Midland High. The National Technical Honor Society serves over 180,000 student

members annually nationwide. In 2016, NTHS will award over $200,000 in scholarships to career and technical

education students. NTHS honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides scholarships to encourage the pursuit

of higher education, and cultivates excellence in today’s highly competitive, skilled workforce.

TEXAS SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The Texas Scholars program is sponsored by MISD. The program’s mission is to encourage all secondary students to enroll in and complete challenging course work which will enable them to compete in the highly technological global

economy of the 21st century.

To become a Texas Scholar, students must complete the Foundation Plus Graduation Plan. Students must maintain a

1.75 GPA on a 5.0 system and graduate. Students must also complete 20 hours of community service during their high

school years. Seniors should complete and turn in a record of all volunteer hours by the end of the 4th six weeks to the

counselor clerk on their campus.

School Counselors will speak to all ninth grade students in order to emphasize the importance of a high quality academic

preparation. This presentation allows the students to recognize the high cost of living in today’s environment and the

difficulty of surviving financially without a quality education.

Texas Scholars are provided with high levels of academic skills needed to secure a good job instead of settling for

minimum wage or unstable employment. They will have the quality of education that will enhance their opportunity

to seek higher educational programs.

ACADEMIC AWARDS

Students entering 9th grade must achieve a 90 overall average in the Spring semester of their 8th grade year in the

core subject of English, Math, Science and Social Studies, and Foreign Language, and a 3.5overall grade point average,

on a 5.0 scale, the fall semester of their 9th grade year. The Freshman class would in subsequent years be required to

achieve a 3.5 overall grade point average, on a 5.0 scale, during two consecutive semesters in secondary school. For

consideration for an academic award, students new to MISD must present verifiable documentation that they have

met the requirements.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS COURSES

Required courses are always offered; electives are offered as enrollment justifies demand.

PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS (Also CTE) – Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester This course blends written, oral and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics and conduct internet research. Oral presentations will be required.

ENGLISH I - Grade Level: 9; Length: Year Students will receive instruction in accordance with the English I, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in the following English Language Arts Strands: Reading, Writing, Oral and Written Conventions, Research, Speaking and Listening. Students will engage in rigorous activities that build on their prior knowledge and skills.

Pre AP ENGLISH I - Grade Level: 9; Length: Year Pre-AP English I is designed for students with high academic interest and a strong work ethic in English Language Arts. The Pre-AP class serves as the foundation for the Advanced Placement Program, specifically for AP English III Language and Composition and AP English IV Literature and Composition. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ skills in critical, analytical and creative thinking, close reading, grammar, and composition. Students will read and write extensively in multiple genres and keep a portfolio of written work. A summer reading assignment is required.

ENGLISH II - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year

Prerequisite: English I Students will receive instruction in accordance with the English II, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in the following English Language Arts Strands; Reading, Writing, Oral and Written Conventions, Research, Speaking and Listening. Students will engage in rigorous activities that build on their prior knowledge and skills.

Pre AP ENGLISH II - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year Students enrolled in Pre-AP English II increase and refine their reading, writing and interpretive skills. Pre-AP English II students are expected to plan, draft, and complete error-free drafts of written compositions on a regular basis, enhancing their ability to use grammatical conventions appropriately, demonstrating more sophistication of a stylistic maturity in their prose. Students will practice all forms of writing with an emphasis placed on expository, analytical, persuasive and reflective forms of writing. They will read extensively in multiple genres from world literature, including short stories, drama, novel and poetry. Students will learn literary terms and rhetorical forms and they will read deliberately and thoroughly, taking time to understand a work’s literary form. Additional study of vocabulary and Greek and Latin roots increases the student’s appreciation of language. A summer reading assignment is required.

ENGLISH III - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: English II Students will receive instruction in accordance with the English II, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in the following English Language Arts Strands; Reading, Writing, Oral and Written Conventions, Research, Speaking and Listening. Students will engage in rigorous activities that build on their prior knowledge and skills.

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AP ENGLISH III: English Language and Composition - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: English II AP English III/AP English III Dual Credit is a college level course that concentrates on the theory of language and composition and the development of an individual style adaptable to different modes of discourse. The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which requires students to develop evidence-based analytical and argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Throughout the course, students develop a personal style by making appropriate grammatical choices. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods. AP English III is recommended for students with a strong interest in reading, writing, and the discussion and analysis of non-fiction works and composition. A summer reading assignment is required.

ENGLISH IV - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: English III Students will receive instruction in accordance with the English II, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in the following English Language Arts Strands; Reading, Writing, Oral and Written Conventions, Research, Speaking and Listening. Students will engage in rigorous activities that build on their prior knowledge and skills.

AP ENGLISH IV: English Literature and Composition - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year The AP English IV/AP English IV Dual Credit course aligns to an introductory college-level literary analysis course. The course engages students in the close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works. AP English IV is recommended for students with a strong interest in reading, discussion, and analytical writing about literature. A summer reading assignment is required.

ESOL I & 2 - Grade Level: Placement will be determined by state and local criteria; Length: Year

Students with Other Languages (SOL) is intensive English language instruction by teachers trained in recognizing and

working with diverse language learners. ESL instruction considers the students’ learning experiences and cultural backgrounds. The course develops mastery of the English language in the cognitive, affective, and linguistic domains.

CREATIVE WRITING - Grade Level 12; Length: Semester (Taught at MHS only) Prerequisite: Pass English II, English III, and EOC The purpose of this course is to allow students to explore their creative and imaginative abilities through the writing in various genres in developing versatility as a writer. Creative Writing, a rigorous composition course, asks high school students to demonstrate their skill in such forms of writing as fictional writing, short stories, poetry, literary non-fiction, and drama. All students will effectively demonstrate an understanding of the recursive nature of the writing process in expository, creative, descriptive, and persuasive modes, applying the conventions of usage and the mechanics of written English. Students will critically read and analyze the works of specific writers and their styles in relation to the major and significant aspects of creative writing. The students’ evaluation of their own writing as well as the writing of others ensures that students completing this course are able to analyze and discuss published and unpublished pieces of writing, develop peer and self-assessments for effective writing, and set their own goals as writers.

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TSI College Readiness in ELA Reading and Writing - Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisite: Passed EOC, Did not pass TSI In this college-preparatory course students will improve integrated critical reading and writing skills through engagement with a variety of texts across content areas and genres. As a result, students will be able to develop and express ideas clearly and effectively to communicate with various audiences for various purposes and occasions. This course explores a variety of writing styles relevant to the topic and purpose, incorporating the ideas and words of other writers in student writing using established strategies. Students will learn effective editing strategies, generate ideas from texts, recognize and apply the conventions of standard English, and compose college-level writing assignments.

Independent Study in English I,II, III - Taught at Coleman High only; Length: Semester Elective This course is a computer-based English program where students work through a self-paced curriculum that focuses on the elements of literature and composition.

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MATHEMATICS

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MATHEMATICS COURSES

PreAP Algebra I - Grade Level: 8; Length: Year

A course in solving equations, graphing and problem solving

ALGEBRA I - Grade Level: 9; Length: Year

Prerequisite: 8th Grade Math

Note: Algebra 1 is the prerequisite class to ALL subsequent math classes Topics studied in this course are linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and related transformations, equations, and associated solutions. Students will also study polynomials of degree one and two, radical expressions, sequences and laws of exponents as well as generate and solve linear systems with two equations and two variables and will create new functions through transformations.

GEOMETRY - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I Geometry combines elements of plane, solid, and coordinate geometry to clearly illustrate mathematics as a deductive science. Content of the course is designed to help the student develop logical thinking and the ability to visualize plane and spatial figures. Specific units include induction, deduction and methods of constructions, coordinate geometry, perimeters, areas, volumes, and transformation.

Pre AP GEOMETRY - Grade Level: 9, 10; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I This course is designed to help students attain a deep understanding of the connected nature of math, to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, and to prepare students for the types of questions and skills needed for the AP Calculus and AP Statistics Exam.

ALGEBRA II - Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry A course addressing more topics in solving equations, graphing and problem solving.

Pre AP ALGEBRA II - Grade Level: 10, 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry This is the introduction to higher level mathematics. There is a great emphasis on application of concepts through problem solving. This will require the student to frequently draw upon previous mathematical knowledge.

PRECALCULUS - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II A course in functional relationships including trigonometry and analytic geometry. Designed as preparation for Calculus.

Pre AP PRECALCULUS GT - Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, This course covers trigonometry and elementary analysis concepts. Course is challenging, fast-paced, and intended to prepare the student for an AP Calculus course.

Pre AP PRECALCULUS – NON GT Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, This course covers trigonometry and elementary analysis concepts. Course is challenging, fast-paced, and intended to prepare the student for an AP Calculus course.

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Pre AP PREALCULUS – DUAL CREDIT Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, This course covers trigonometry and elementary analysis concepts. Course is challenging, fast-paced, and intended to prepare the student for an AP Calculus course.

AP CALCULUS AB - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus Offered at the College Board AB level. A college level course in mathematics with applications in science and social sciences. Focused on key foundational ideas relating to differential calculus.

AP CALCULUS BC/Dual - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus Designed for students wishing to receive credit for up to 8 hours of calculus while still in high school. Context is focused on the key foundational ideas relating differential and integral calculus.

MATHEMATICAL MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS - Grade Level: 10, 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I In Mathematical Models with Applications, students continue to build on the K-8 and Algebra I foundations as they expand their understanding through other mathematical experiences. Students use algebraic, graphical, and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure; to model information; and to solve problems from various disciplines. Students use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design and science.

ALGEBRAIC REASONING – Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Students will build on the knowledge and skills for mathematics in Kindergarten -Grade 8 and Algebra 1, continue with the development of mathematical reasoning related to algebraic understandings and processes, and deepen a foundation for studies in subsequent mathematics courses. Students will broaden their knowledge of functions and relationships, including linear, quadratic, square root, rational, cubic, cube root, exponential, absolute value, and logarithmic functions. Students will study these functions through analysis and application that includes explorations of patterns and structure, number and algebraic methods, and modeling from data using tools that build to workforce and college readiness such as probes, measurement tools, and software tools, including spreadsheets.

ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE REASONING (AQR) 4th YR OF MATH - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year; Prerequisite: Algebra II AQR is an engaging and rigorous course that prepares students for a range of future options in non-mathematics-Intensive college majors or for entering workforce training programs. The course emphasizes statistics and financial applications, and it prepares students to use algebra, geometry, trigonometry and discrete mathematics to model a range of situations and solve problem.

MATHEMATICS FOR BUSINESS & SOCIAL SCIENCES (FINITE MATH)/DUAL - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year; Prerequisite: May be taken along with Pre-Calculus or after Pre-Calculus with appropriate placement test. Course is designed to enable students to solve business problems involving the following topics: linear relations and functions, matrix theory, systems of linear equations and inequalities, linear programming, simple and compound interest annuities amortization, and bonds. This course is designed to enable students to learn quantitative methods for analyzing business problems. The topics studied are: elementary probability theory, expected values, statistics, and introductory differential and integral calculus.

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INDEPENDENT STUDIES IN GT MATHEMATICS I-G - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: Pre AP Precalculus; must be identified as GT Student Course is designed to enable students to solve business problems involving the following topics: linear relations and functions, matrix theory, systems of linear equations and inequalities, linear programming, simple and compound interest annuities amortization, and bonds. This course is designed to enable students to learn quantitative methods for analyzing business problems. The topics studied are: elementary probability theory, expected values, statistics, and introductory differential and integral calculus. AP STATISTICS - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra II and Pre Cal This course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes, including exploring data by describing patterns and departures from patterns; sampling and experimentation through planning and conducting a study; anticipating patterns that explore random phenomena using probability and simulation; and statistical inference in estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. STATISTICS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (Also CTE) (4th Math) - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year; Prerequisite: Algebra ll In this course students will identify and manage risk that could impact an organization. Students will use probability to anticipate and forecast data to make decisions.

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE (Also CTE) – (4th year Math) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra l This foundation course was designed by TEA to provide students with skills in using a programming language, currently Java, to help students create solutions for real world problems that can be represented or manipulated inside a computer. Students are taught higher level thinking skills to produce computer programs and are shown how commercial software utilizes these same techniques to solve problems. Students have the option of receiving college credit for the course through successful completion of the Advanced Placement Computer Science A Exam. This course is recommended to all students that plan post-secondary education in fields such as math, science, engineering and computer related fields. Students receive technology credit for graduation.

ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS (Also CTE) (4th Math) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year:

Taught at Lee High School Only Prerequisite: Algebra II In this course students solve and model robotic design problems. Students use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems involving data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and robotics with computer programming.

COLLEGE MATHEMATICS PREPARATION (4th Math) - Grade Level: Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra II Students will further their mathematics knowledge beyond the Algebra II level through an extended study of functions, including polynomial, absolute value, rational, trigonometric, inverses, transformations and compositions. This course will serve as a bridge between Algebra II and College Algebra or Algebra II and Precalculus.

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FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS – Grade Level; 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, 3rd yr math (Jr. Level) credit or elective. Financial Mathematics is a course covering personal money management. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic factors. Financial Mathematics will integrate career and postsecondary education planning into financial decision making.

ACCOUNTING II - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year; 3rd year math (Jr. Level) credit Prerequisite: Accounting I In Accounting 2, students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial and cost accounting activities.

ROBOTICS II – Grade 11, 12; Length Year; 3rd year math (Jr. Level) credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry

Seniors interest in the 3rd year of robotics. Students enrolled will demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills

for the robotic and automation industry. Project-based environment for seniors. Seniors will continue to build,

research and design improved prototypes or use simulation software to test designs.

SCIENCE COURSES

BIOLOGY - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year A laboratory course in the study of biological facts and the interpretation of those facts. The information presented will emphasize relationships and adaptation. Includes the study of all living things beginning with basic cell structures which lead to an understanding of single-celled organisms, plants, and animals.

Pre AP BIOLOGY - Grade Level: 9; Length: Year This Biology survey course is intended to give students a comprehensive understanding of the major concepts covered in college courses. Successful completion of this course should adequately prepare students for the college course. Laboratory investigations, problem-solving skills, and independent projects are major components for the course.

AP BIOLOGY - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry A laboratory course including an in-depth study of biological topics presented in a logical sequence. Students are expected to perform at the college level. Students prepare to take AP exam for college credit.

INTEGRATED PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY (IPC) - Grade Level: 9 Length: Year

Prerequisite: None Includes those sciences which deal with non-living things emphasizing gathering facts through laboratory experiments. Content is drawn from physics and chemistry as a means of learning foundation concepts in physical science.

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CHEMISTRY - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I and 1 unit of Science It is a laboratory course with emphasis upon the understanding of the unifying principals of chemistry.

Pre AP CHEMISTRY - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year This Chemistry survey course is intended to give students a comprehensive understanding of the major concepts covered in college courses. Successful completion of this course should adequately prepare students for the college course. Laboratory investigations, problem-solving skills, and independent projects are major components for the course.

AP CHEMISTRY - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year

Availability is based on demand Prerequisite: Chemistry, Algebra II This is a study of specific types of reactions and properties of matter with an emphasis on experimental techniques. Stoichiometric calculations as they apply to lab situations are stressed.

PHYSICS - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Algebra I Physics is the study of the “rules” of the natural world. This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts that explain the physical world around them. This is stressed through lecture, lab activities and discussion.

AP PHYSICS-C - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year – Availability based on demand. Prerequisite: Physics, enrollment in Calculus A rigorous course designed to prepare students to take the AP Physics exam. This calculus based course has calculus as a co-requisite. Success on the AP exam earns university physics credit. (Availability based on demand.)

AP PHYSICS 1: Algebra Based (GT) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Geometry or concurrently taking Algebra 2 or equivalent course. The AP Physics 1 course is designed to be taught over the course of a full academic year and may be taken as a first-year physics course with no prior physics course work necessary. Students explore principles of Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; and introductory, simple circuits.

AP PHYSICS 2: Algebra Based (GT) - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Taken or concurrently taking Precalculus or equivalent course. The AP Physics 2 course is designed to be taught over the course of a full academic year and should be taken as a second-year course after students have had either AP Physics 1 or a similar introductory course. Students explore principles of fluids, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics and topics in modern physics.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (Also CTE) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Biology Designed to serve those students who plan college work, such as medically related programs in which specialized knowledge of physiology is useful. Students should not attempt Physiology until successfully completing Biology. Students are required to complete additional readings and a project one semester for honors.

ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length; Year Prerequisite: Biology A course designed to show the interrelatedness of systems within the environment and the interrelatedness of man and the environment.

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year

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AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - Grade Level: 11,12; Length: Year

Recommend Prerequisite: Algebra I, 1 Year of Life Science, 1 Year of Physical Science This course provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them.

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGN – Honors, GT Honors (Also CTE) (4th Science) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, Physics This course is for the student who wants to explore engineering and problem solving. This course is project based. The student will learn physics of how simple machines work through a series of hands on activities and projects. Problem solving is utilized to overcome the problems of design, development, production and the testing of a product. Topics covered are from both applied technology and science, which will include but not limited to: robotics, computer drafting, financing, marking and organizing a project. Students will work in design teams and present their achievements to the class and outside judges in team competitions. Students at Midland High should expect to be a part of the Midland High Robotics Team. An application may be required.

FORENSIC SCIENCE-4th Year Science - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year; Fee: See District Fee Schedule Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry This course uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scenes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies.

ADVANCED ANIMAL SCIENCE (Also CTE) (4th Science) - Grade Level: 12; Length: Year; Fee: See District Fee Schedule Suggested Prerequisites: A minimum of one credit from any of the courses in the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resource cluster This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE - (4th Science) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year Lee High only Prerequisite: 3 units of Science 1 which can be taken concurrently, 3 units of math 1 of which can be taken concurrently. This is course is a capstone course designed to build on students’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth’s system in space and time.

ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PROBLEM SOLVING- Honors, GT Honors (Also CTE) (4th Science) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year; Prerequisite: Geometry, Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics This course is the creative process of solving problems by identifying needs and then devising solutions. This course reinforces and integrates skills learned in previous mathematics and science courses. Students apply critical-thinking skills to justify a solution from multiple design options.

FOOD SCIENCE – (Also CTE) (4th Science) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year; Midland High only Fee: See District Fee Schedule In this class you will learn about how food choices, technology, and nutrition are related to your growth, development, health, and wellness. You will use these ideas to make informed choices that promote good health. You will learn basic food preparation skills and explore careers related to the food industry.

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SOCIAL STUDIES COURSES

WORLD GEOGRAPHY - Grade Level: 9; Length: Year Through varied classroom experiences, students visit all parts of the world and study both the similarities and differences of settings and people. Special emphasis is placed on the five geographic themes: location, place, human/environmental interaction, movement, and regions. Pre AP WORLD GEOGRAPHY - Grade Level 9; Length: Year Pre-AP World Geography is a class designed to better prepare students for AP courses. Pre-AP Geography will cover the same regions of the world as World Geography, but will emphasize such geographic issues as population, urban growth and analysis, economic development, and regional differences in the way people organize their societies. Critical thinking, problem-solving and geographic skills will be emphasized. AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY – Grade Level 11, 12 ; Length: Semester; Taught at Lee High only (Paired with one semester of Special Topics in Social Studies) The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Stands (2012). WORLD HISTORY - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year World History surveys the contributions of all major cultural groups throughout history. Students will engage in traditional and cooperative activities designed to enhance content understanding.

Pre AP WORLD HISTORY - Grade Level: 10; Length: Year

UNITED STATES HISTORY - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year Students travel back through past decades to the present time. During each decade, contributions of all people to the American scene are emphasized. AP UNITED STATES HISTORY/Dual - Grade Level: 11; Length: Year UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - Grade Level: 12; Length: Semester Students study past and present political systems and contemporary problems that systems seek to solve. Throughout the course, students explore trails that make good citizens in a democratic society. AP UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Year ECONOMICS WITH EMPHASIS ON THE FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEM - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Semester Economics relates to how people throughout history have resolved the basic problem of scarcity. Although emphasis is placed upon the free enterprise system, students also engage in studies of comparative systems. Concurrent credit requires completion of one full year at the honors level.

AP MICROECONOMICS (Fall semester Only) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Semester This course introduces the students to the basics of microeconomics, including such concepts as scarcity, supply, demand, market types, and operation of the products and resource markets. Concepts learned in this class will be further developed and applied in more of a real-world contest in the macroeconomics course offered in the spring.

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AP MACROECONOMICS (Spring Semester Only) - Grade Level: 11, 12; Length: Semester This economics course will acquaint students with the fundamentals of macroeconomics, which is essentially a study of the economy as a whole or its basic subdivisions or aggregates, such as the government, household, and business sectors. The course will allow students to create a series of models to be used to interpret economic events, problems and possible solutions. PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY – Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester This course cannot take the place of Economics requirements. This course will develop citizens who have the knowledge and skills to make sound, informed financial decisions that will allow them to lead financially secure lifestyles and understand personal financial responsibility. The course will teach students to apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze decisions involving earning and spending, saving and investing, credit and borrowing, insuring and protecting, and college and postsecondary education and training. SPECIAL TOPICS IN SOCIAL STUDIES I, II, III - offered at Coleman High School

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSES

NOTE: Only 4 credits of P.E. Can be used as part of the credits required for graduation, and may be selected from the following.

HEALTH - Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester (Not a P.E. Credit) Students acquire the health information and skills necessary to become healthy adults and learn about behaviors in which they should and should not participate, develop skills that will make them health- literate adults, and analyze health information and apply strategies for enhancing and maintaining personal health throughout the life span. AEROBIC ACTIVITIES - Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester; Taught at: Lee High feeder only Students in aerobic activities are exposed to a variety of activities that promote health-related fitness.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION - Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester/Year TEAM SPORTS - Grade Level: 10, 11, 12; Length: Semester; Taught at: Lee High only Students are expected to develop health-related fitness and an appreciation for team work and fair play. Team Sports reinforces the concept of incorporating physical activi