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SECTION 1
Acceptable Use of Technology
Please refer to Board Policy 6724 and Administrative Regulations 6724.1, 6724.2, and 6724.3 for the complete guidelines for acceptable use of technology.
The School District of Janesville recognizes that instructional technology is a key component in contemporary education. Because of the many types of applications, the Board of Education established a board policy to plan for and guide educational technology use and growth for instructional uses. The purpose of the School District of Janesville’s educational technology program is to support and enhance student learning and achievement. Students are responsible for ethical and moral behavior in the use of computers and the Internet, just as they are in a classroom or on school property. The School District of Janesville educates students about appropriate online behavior, including social networking, cyberbullying awareness, and digital citizenship. Users may be held personally responsible for the cost of repairing damage to technology resources when such damage is the result of a user’s deliberate or negligent misuse. Inappropriate behavior may result in disciplinary actions including student expulsion.
If a technology device is damaged, School District of Janesville administration reserves the right to charge a student or parent/guardian the full cost for repair or replacement when the damage occurs due to negligence or misuse. Examples of negligence or misuse include, but are not limited to:
- Leaving technology devices or equipment unattended, or unlocked
- Lending technology devices or equipment to others
- Using technology devices or equipment in an unsafe environment
- Using technology devices or equipment in an unsafe manner
The final determination of costs of repairs or replacement will be determined by the Chief Information Officer.
Attendance
Wisconsin has a Compulsory School Attendance Law. Accordingly, the School District of Janesville has adopted a Board Policy (BP 5141) and Administrative Regulation (AR 5141.1) consistent with the provisions of this State Law. The State Statute establishes the following definitions:
Truancy: Any absence of part or all of one or more school days during which the school attendance officer, principal, or teacher has not been notified of the legal cause of such absence by the parent or guardian of the absent student. It also means intermittent attendance carried on for the purpose of defeating the intent of the compulsory attendance law.
Habitual Truant: A pupil who is absent from school without an acceptable excuse for part or all of five (5) or more days on which school is held during a school semester.
In accordance with state law, all children between six (6) and eighteen (18) years of age, and all children enrolled in 5-year-old kindergarten, must attend school during the period and hours that school is in session until the end of the term, quarter, or semester in which they become
eighteen (18) years of age, unless they have a legal excuse, fall under one of the exceptions in the State Statutes, or have graduated from high school.
Students may not be absent without excuse for more than any part or all of five (5) or more days on which school is held during a school semester. Students are limited to ten (10) days (80 hours) of excused absences per year, except as otherwise provided in this policy. Students beyond the 10 days/80 hours may be required to make up academic time through detentions or in-school suspension.
For a planned absence to be an excused absence, the student must be excused in writing by his or her parent or guardian before the absence. The student is required to complete any course work missed during the absence.
Although students of legal age may not be subject to laws governing compulsory school attendance, they are nonetheless subject to the rules set forth in this policy governing excused absences, and may be subject to discipline for failing to comply with those rules. Approval of excused absences for students of legal age is governed by Board Policy 5240.
Excused absences not counted against the ten (10) day limit per year are those resulting from the following.
- A religious holiday.
- A written medical excuse by a medical practitioner as permitted by state law. (Medical practitioner refers to any one of the following: licensed physician, dentist, chiropractor, optometrist, psychologist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner (as defined by state statute), certified advanced practice nurse prescriber or Christ Science practitioner who lives and resides in this state).
- A death in the immediate family or a funeral for a close relative. Elementary and middle school students excused for funeral attendance must be accompanied by their parent or guardian. High school students may be excused for funeral attendance with written authorization from a parent or guardian.
- A court appearance or other legal procedure which requires the attendance of the student. The absence will only be excused for the time required for travel and appearance.
- A school-ordered suspension.
- A waiver authorized by the building principal or his/her agent in special cases where he/she determines that exceptional circumstance exists, including, but not limited to, a waiver for the purpose of serving as an election official as permitted under state law.
A student who has reached sixteen (16) years of age may be excused by the Board from regular school attendance if he/she has requested permission to be excused; the school has received written approval of the student’s parent or guardian; the student and his/her parent or guardian agree, in writing, that the student will participate in a program or curriculum modification as defined by state law leading to the student’s high school graduation; and the Board of Education has approved the student’s request to be excused and the program or curriculum modification.
Upon the student’s request and with the written approval of the student’s parent or guardian, any student who is seventeen (17) years of age or over may be excused by the Board from regular school attendance if the student and his/her parent or guardian agree, in writing, that the student will participate in a program or curriculum modification as defined by state law leading to
the student’s high school graduation or leading to a high school equivalency diploma. The Board of Education may approve the student’s request to be excused and the program or curriculum modification.
The School District of Janesville shall not deny a student credit in a course or subject solely because of a student’s unexcused absences or suspension from school. However, the School Board shall establish necessary guidelines to enhance the full attendance requirements and to determine appropriate action to serve as a deterrent to truancy.
The following provisions of the Attendance Policy are important for parents and guardians to note:
- Parents or guardians should notify a school's attendance officer of an absence by telephone, email, or written note, prior to 8:30 a.m. on the day of absence, or in advance of the day of absence if the absence is planned. The principal reserves the right to request both a phone call and an e-mail or written note as circumstances warrant.
- The school will attempt to contact parent/guardian by numbers provided for home, work, or other contact number before the end of the second school day after the unexcused absence is noted.
- Elementary students must be present for a minimum of one hour in any one-half day to be considered in attendance for that one-half day. Such absences will be determined to be either excused or unexcused based upon the nature of the absence as provided above.
- Middle and high school students who are tardy in excess of fifteen (15) minutes will be recorded as absent for that class.
- All students with excused absences shall make up work missed. It is the student’s responsibility to immediately contact the teacher(s) to make arrangements for making up work missed during an excused absence from school. A planned excused absence form is required for planned absences. Homework, formative assessments, and summative assessments missed shall be made up in accordance with school district approved grading procedures. Examinations missed during an excused absence shall be permitted to be taken at a time mutually agreed upon by the student and the teacher. Unexcused/truant students are permitted to make up all exams, formative assessments, and summative assessments in accordance with school district approved grading procedures.
- The school's attendance officer or principal will notify parents or guardians after a student has been absent the five allowable days during a school semester under the provisions of this policy. A letter will be sent to the parents or guardians of habitual truants when their absences warrant that designation under the provisions of the attendance policy.
Questions concerning this policy may be directed to your building principal.
Parents or guardians may review their student’s attendance record through the Infinite Campus system. If a parent or guardian believes their student has an error in their attendance record the parent or guardian should put in writing the date(s) they feel are in error and why they are in error. They should also include copies of any documentation from a doctor’s office, etc. which could lead to correction of the error. This information should be brought to the attendance clerk at the student’s school.
Students who are in the School District of Janesville under the State of Wisconsin Open enrollment program can have their open enrollment terminated at the end of the attendance semester or school year if they are habitually truant under this policy.
Bicycles
Young children lack the physical coordination and good judgment to handle their bicycles safely in busy traffic situations which often exist around a school; therefore, we strongly discourage children below third grade from riding their bikes to school. Children who bring bicycles to school do so at their own risk. Bicycles are to be parked in the bicycle racks. All bicycles must be locked with one bicycle per lock. Schools do not provide special supervision for the bike rack. Bicycles may not be ridden on the school lawn, in student drop off/pick up areas or in the school parking lot. The School District of Janesville will not be responsible for bikes that are damaged or stolen. (Board Policy 5463)
Boundary Lines and Transfer Procedures
Please refer to Administrative Regulation 5130.1. Information about annual transfer procedure requirements is also published on the district website. Any questions may be directed to the Open Enrollment Specialist at 608-743-5152.
Breakfast/Lunch Program
The School District of Janesville school lunch program offers lunch every school day. Sack lunches may be ordered in advance for field trips as well. All schools provide a free breakfast.
Breakfast/Lunch Menus
The breakfast menu is posted on the district's website.
Our lunches offer a choice of two entrees (Elementary), five choices (Middle), and 15+ choices (Craig and Parker) combined with a self-service food bar for a variety of fruits and vegetables from which to choose. Milk choices are available daily and are included with the lunch purchase. Lunch consists of five food components; students have the option of declining one or two components of their choice. A serving of fruit or vegetable is required.
Like the meals you eat at home or elsewhere, some of our lunches are higher in fat and some are lower. If you eat a school lunch every day of the week and eat all of the foods offered, you can be assured of the following:
• Our school lunches meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
• Our lunches provide age specific calorie counts, 0 trans fats, reduced sodium, < 10% saturated fat, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Our school meals offer variety and balance.
• School meals help our customers meet the National Cancer Institute’s “5-A-Day” recommendation for fruits and vegetables.
School lunch menus are published weekly in the local newspapers and posted on the school district’s web page. Menus are posted in the school. Menus are available in Spanish.
Meal Prices
Meal prices are published at the beginning of the school year. Money may be put into your child's meal account in any amount at any time. An online payment option is available through Infinite Campus, or you may send payment to your student's school in an envelope on which you have written the child's name and the dollar amount enclosed. Checks should be made payable to the School District of Janesville Food Service and should not be combined with payments for other goods or activities.
Meal accounts may be used to pay for breakfast, lunch, and lunchtime milk for those who bring a cold lunch.
Whenever your child's lunch account is getting low, an automated courtesy telephone call is sent home to convey that it is time to make another payment. These calls are made on Mondays and Thursdays. You may, through Infinite Campus, view your child's meal account balance, or call your school's food service staff to inquire about your child's lunch account balance or record of transactions.
The meal account system is a debit system, not a credit system. Meals may not be charged. We do understand, however, that occasionally a student comes to school unprepared for meals. It is important for the student to have something to eat, so we will lend them up to two full meals which must be repaid. An 9 automated telephone call will be made to notify you of your student's negative balance. These calls are placed daily until payment is made.
Adults may join their children for lunch anytime by paying for their meal on the lunch line. Please notify your school office when you plan to visit.
(Sign up for Infinite Campus through your school office.)
SDJ School Nutrition Meal Charge Practice
Because all students in participating schools may receive reimbursable school meals, all School Food Authorities must have a policy / practice in place for children who are participating at the paid rate, but either do not have money in their account or in hand to cover the cost of the meal at the time of service. Such a policy ensures that school food service professionals, school administrators, families, and students have a shared understanding of expectations in these situations. .
If a student account balance is negative a daily reminder call to the parent / guardian will be placed asking for payment. Low balance reminder calls will begin when a student account is under $8.00 for a full pay student. These low balance reminder calls are sent on Mondays and Thursdays.
Elementary students will not be refused a meal. When an account is negative, an additional call will be made from the School Nutrition office or the Principal’s office until we contact a parent / guardian and determine how and when payment will be made. If payment cannot be made, School Nutrition will notify the parent to send a lunch to school with their child as their account will be suspended until payment arrangements can be made. The parent / guardian will be asked if they would like to apply for free meals.
Middle School and High School students must have either funds available in their account or cash to purchase foods they select for lunch. If the student does not have funds available, they must seek out the Kitchen Manager for approval to purchase a meal on credit. No Ala Carte or extra entrée purchases are allowed for any student with a negative meal account balance. All credit purchases must be paid by the following school day. Meals can continue to be purchased on credit until we have spoken with parent / guardian.
Middle School and High School students will be asked to contact their parent / guardian by the Kitchen Manager when they ask for approval to receive a meal on credit. Parents will be contacted by text message or phone call from their child’s phone, or a written reminder that their child’s lunch account requires payment will be sent home with student. If a parent cannot pay they must make payment arrangements with the Kitchen Manager or School Nutrition office at the Educational Services Center or the child’s account will be suspended, School Nutrition will notify the parent to send a lunch to school with their child. The parent / guardian will be asked if they would like to apply for free meals.
Charging by adults and all district personnel is not allowed at any time.
Diet Restrictions
The printed menu is marked to indicate which foods contain pork (*), which foods contain peanuts or nuts (#), and which foods contain turkey (T) when turkey is not part of the name. Food substitutions may be requested for students with disabilities whose impairment requires a diet restriction. You will find a "Special Dietary Needs Form" on the district's website, or contact the school district food service office at 608-743-5132 to obtain a copy of the form. If your child requires food substitutions, this form must be submitted with a list of recommended substitutions or alterations and be signed by a medical authority. We are generally able to begin services as soon as the completed form is returned. Until that time, please provide for the dietary needs of your child.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
If you think that your child may qualify for free or reduced price meals, be sure to fill out an application and submit it to the School Nutrition Office at the Educational Services Center, 527 S. Franklin St., Janesville. Application forms are available on-line when registering your child for school in the SDJ. One form needs to be filled out each year per household. Forms are available from your school office and at the School Nutrition Office throughout the school year. Please allow up to ten working days to process the application. Most applications, however, are processed in just a few days.
Any student who qualified for free or reduced-price lunches at the end of the previous school year will continue to be qualified for a 30-day grace period at the beginning of the new school year. Use this time to re-establish your eligibility for free or reduced meals. New applications must be submitted each school year so that your child does not have a break in benefits. Benefits are not retroactive. You, the parent or guardian, are responsible for purchasing meals or providing a sack lunch until approval for benefits is determined by the school district.
Parent Visitors
Parents who wish to eat lunch with their students must follow the guidelines listed under the Visitors to the Schools section of this handbook.
Bullying Prevention
Board Policy 5517.01 addresses bullying in the School District of Janesville. This policy provides definitions of bulling, harassment, complaint procedures, retaliation and false reports, confidentiality and privacy, notification, records/reports, and education/training.
Cellular Phones and Other Electronic Devices
Possession and use of cellular phones is permitted on school premises. However, cellular phones must be powered off/turned off and not used for any purpose, unless permission is granted by the teacher. Students may not use personal devices to take photographs (pictures) or videos without the consent of a supervising staff member. Electronic devices are prohibited in locker rooms and restrooms unless powered off in accordance with State Statute 175.22. It is important to note that personally owned cellular phones may be searched as permitted by law.
Student use or possession of electronic paging (e.g. beepers) or two-way communication devices other than cellular phones on school premises is prohibited. However, building administrators are authorized to permit a student to use an electronic paging device, two-way communication device, including a cellular phone, to be used for medical, school, educational, vocational, or other purposes as deemed appropriate.
Personal music devices, cameras, recording devices, as well as handheld games are also prohibited.
Please refer to Board Policy 6724 and the related Administrative Regulations for the complete policy on Instructional Technology and the Acceptable Use Policy for Technology. Any student found violating this policy shall surrender the communication device and be subject to disciplinary action. If a student device is confiscated more than once, a parent/guardian will need to pick up the device.
High School Cellphone and Personal Electronic Device Use
- Cellphones and other personal electronic devices will not be allowed DURING PROHIBITED TIMES IN CLASSROOMS. This does include hallways and restrooms DURING CLASS TIME.
- Cellphones and other personal electronic devices WILL be allowed before and after school, during passing times, and during lunch.
- Cellphones and other personal electronic devices can be a distraction for learners and others in the classroom. It is also recognized that there is some definite value in students being able to use their own devices for educational purposes. Each student is issued a chromebook, that should fulfill most of those needs.
Appropriate time
Teachers should use their professional judgment to determine what is appropriate time. What that looks like depends on each individual class.
Classroom Pouches:
If a student brings their personal electronic device to class they are allowed to keep it in a classroom pouch with no consequence. Devices must be turned off or silenced.
Expectations:
- If a student chooses not to use the classroom pouch and is observed violating the classroom policy, the student’s device shall be confiscated and turned in to the AP Office (see Classroom Management below).
- Students who wish to leave the classroom for any reason during class time, must have phone in the classroom pouch in order to receive a hall pass (exception would be that the student is not expected to return to classroom).
- Smart watches may be worn in the classroom but will be confiscated and incur a violation if they become distracting to the learning environment, including making noise or if the student is using the watch in any way other than telling time.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
FIRST OFFENSE:
- Turn device in to Office with Behavior Referral
- Returned to student at the end of day
SECOND OFFENSE:
- Turn device into Office with Behavior Referral
- Cellphone returned to parent/guardian
- Detention Issued
THIRD and SUBSEQUENT OFFENSES:
- Turn device into Office with Behavior Referral
- Parent/Guardian must meet with school official
- Device is checked in and out of office for 20 days
REFUSAL TO FOLLOW
- ISS or OSS
- Device is checked in and out of office for 20 days
Middle School Cellphone and Personal Electronic Device Use
The Janesville Middle Schools will have a system called “Yondr” to improve teaching and learning by making certain classrooms cell phone-free learning environments. We understand that cellphones have great value, but the use of cellphones by students has increasingly become a source of distraction, antisocial behavior, and conflict both at home and at school. Research shows that the mere presence of cellphones in the classroom can be detrimental to student performance. According to a survey and report from Common Sense Media that involved 1,240 interviews with parents and their 12 to 18-year-old children, 50% of teens feel addicted to their mobile devices, and 59% of their parents agree that their kids have a problem putting their devices down (U.S. News & World Report).
How does the Yondr case work?
A Yondr case will temporarily lock once your child places his/her phone in it. Though your child's phone will be silenced, all notifications, calls, and messages will still be transmitted to the phone. Yondr allows your child the comfort of staying in possession of his/her phone but takes away the urge to constantly looking at it, texting at the moment, monitoring social media or calling friends in another class.
Students in possession of a cell phone will place their phone inside of a Yondr case during 1st hour and lock it in front of their teacher. Each student is responsible for returning the numbered case to their 1st-hour teacher at the end of the day. Students will have the opportunity to unlock and use their phones at lunchtime. If a student needs to leave school early, unlocking bases will be in each classroom, the Assistant Principal’s office and the attendance office to allow for a quick dismissal. Yondr cases are school property and failure to return a case and/or damage to school property could result in in-school consequences. Refusal to use a Yondr case could also result in school consequences.
How can I get in touch with my student?
In the event a parent/guardian needs to contact their student, they can call the school attendance office, and their child will be given the message. If the student needs to contact his or her family member, he or she will be allowed to call from the attendance office during passing time.
What if there is an emergency?
There are many instances when parents need to communicate information to students. Most of the time, students are unable to act on these issues until after school. In these cases, students can read messages at the end of the day or during lunchtime. If it is crucial that a student respond immediately, students can unlock cases in the Assistant Principal’s Office or the Student Service’s Office. In the case of a school emergency, administrators and teachers have communication devices. In addition, all three middle schools have a full-time Janesville Police Officer assigned to the school and have a “direct-connect” radio for immediate communication with the Janesville Police Department.
In an effort to best serve your child, we are asking for your support in the adoption of Yondr to teach our students responsible cellphone use while at school.
We want to assure families that you can reach your student as you have in the past, by calling the attendance office. We recommend adding your school’s attendance number to your contact list for easy access.
After an initial warning by staff to abide by the building and SDJ policy, teachers will utilize the following steps should a student fail to comply:
FIRST OFFENSE:
- Teacher/Staff member will confiscate the device until the end of the period and make a parent contact.
SECOND OFFENSE:
- Teacher/Staff member will confiscate phone.
- The student will receive an Infinite Campus Referral for a technology violation.
- Phone will be turned into the office and returned to the student in a Yondr pouch that can be unlocked at the end of the day or may remain in the office to be picked up at the end of the day (depending on number of extra pouches available).
THIRD AND SUBSEQUENT OFFENSES:
- Teacher/Staff member will confiscate phones.
- The student will receive an Infinite Campus Referral for a technology violation.
- Phone will be turned into the office where it will be held until a parent conference can be arranged and device can be picked up.
- The student may lose the privilege of bringing a device to school
Co-Curricular Code (Athletics and Club Participation)
Please see the Co-Curricular Code (Athletics and Club Participation) document provided to parents at middle and high school Code meetings for the complete text of the Code.
The Code will be administered in conjunction with current Board Policy 5141 regarding regular school attendance and Board Policy 5234 and Administrative Regulations 5234.1 and 5234.2 regarding drug and alcohol use/abuse policies.
The School District of Janesville has established both academic standards and standards of behavior that apply to all students. As part of the educational process, each program will focus on standards relating to, but not limited to, appropriate conduct, citizenship, and healthy lifestyle. Standards can only be effective if they represent what parents, employers, educators, community members and students believe are important and are possible to achieve. These standards will only be learned when they are continually reinforced through instruction received in all school programs, including extra-curricular activities, and in the home.
High personal standards of conduct, citizenship and healthy lifestyles are examples of responsible behavior that best serve succeeding generations. Therefore, by signing this four-year binding, 12-month code, students accept the responsibility to match the privilege of participation with an equal measure of responsible personal behavior.
Participation in any organized, extra-curricular program is an earned privilege that carries expectations and responsibilities that exceed the norm of regular school attendance. Students who elect to participate are expected to model behaviors that will reflect positively on their school and the community of Janesville. All non WIAA extra-curricular activities, which includes school clubs, will be divided into seasons coinciding with fall, winter and spring athletic seasons as defined by the WIAA.
Each coach, facility advisor, new student and at least one parent or guardian must confirm they have read and agreed to the Code prior to their first activity. The purpose of the reading and review of the Code is to promote better understanding of the Code and the extra-curricular programs of the district. Each participant will be required to re-sign their Code card from previous years. With their agreement, participants and parents agree to adhere to this Code.
The responsibility for administering the Code rests with the building administrator or designee.
Statement of Risk
All extra-curricular activities involve some risk. Consequently, participants in any extra-curricular activity may be at risk for serious injuries. The School District of Janesville and the Board of Education endeavor to operate extra-curricular activities in a safe manner; however, it is impossible to eliminate the risk of injury while participating in an extra-curricular activity. Parents, guardians and student athletes should consider these risks carefully before deciding to participate in any extra-curricular activity.
Communication
Parent-teacher communication in the School District of Janesville plays an integral part in the educational development of every child. Parent-teacher communication is used to strengthen school/home, teacher-child parent relationships and to build cooperative support for the education and growth of the child.
Progress reports may be sent to parents at any time during the year. Parents may also request progress reports, or utilize Infinite Campus to obtain updates on student progress. Parents are encouraged to keep a current email address and telephone number in their Infinite Campus account, with appropriate contact settings selected in order to receive classroom, school, and district-wide updates through Infinite Campus Messenger. Contact your child’s school if you need assistant with Infinite Campus settings.
Discipline
Students are expected to abide by any and all established codes of conduct, board policies, and conduct/behavior as outlined by the student handbook and as stated in rules established by building principals for each school. All students are considered important to establishing and maintaining a safe and educationally conductive environment. When it becomes necessary to investigate student misconduct, students have a duty to cooperate and answer questions truthfully and completely. Students who lie, are uncooperative, and /or evasice will be subjected to disciplinary action up to and/or including a recommendation for expulsion (board policy 5300)
Discrimination Complaint Procedures
Any complaint by a student or his/her parent or guardian regarding the interpretation or application of the provisions of state and federal nondiscrimination legal requirements and the District’s student nondiscrimination policy shall be processed in accordance with the following complaint procedures found in Board Policy 2260 and 2260.01.
Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Use/Abuse
Please refer to Board Policy 5234 for the School District of Janesville’s policies regarding Drug and Alcohol Use/Abuse and Enforcement and Administrative Regulation 5234.1 for the Referral Process for students thought to have a problem in this area.
The Board recognizes that drug and alcohol use/abuse are existing problems within the schools of the nation. The Board recognizes that alcohol and drug use/abuse is a behavioral/medical problem.
One goal of the school staff is to provide help, guidance, and referral for assessment/treatment when a student shows indication of a possible behavioral/medical problem. An equally important goal is to provide for every student a healthy and appropriate atmosphere in which to seek an education. The School District of Janesville becomes concerned when an individual student's drug- or alcohol-impaired behavior endangers the property, health, or safety of others during the school day, on the school grounds, or during a school-related activity.
Per Board Policy 3645 smoking and the use of any tobacco products shall be prohibited on all school district properties and in school district vehicles. Notices to that affect will be posted.
Elector Registration (High School Only)
Students and staff may register to vote at the high school on any day that classes are regularly held by completing the required elector registration form and during the annual voter registration drive.
Except as otherwise specifically provided by law, a person is considered eligible to vote if he/she: 1) is a U.S. citizen, 2) is 18 years of age or older, and 3) has resided in an election district or ward for 10 days before any election where the citizens are eligible to vote.
The School District of Janesville will partner with local organizations to provide elector voter registration services. An annual elector registration drive will be provided at each high school building in the district. The principal or designee at each building will set the date and time of the annual voter registration drive. The principal or designee reserves a location for the registration drive and publicizes the date and time to all students and staff who are eligible to register. Students and staff are eligible to register outside this time period. They should contact the building principal to make individual arrangements. Board Policy 1313 and Administrative Regulation 1313.1 have the complete information regarding this process.
Elementary Playground Procedures/Supervision
School personnel are assigned to supervise the elementary playground area before school begins in the morning. This supervision begins at 8:05 a.m. Regular noon and recess supervision is provided in each elementary school. The loading and unloading of school buses is also supervised. There is minimal school ground supervision at the close of the school day. During inclement weather children will be allowed in the building at 8:05 a.m.
We ask your cooperation in making certain your children do not arrive at school too early. There is no need for them to be on the school grounds until just prior to the first bell in the morning which rings at 8:15 a.m. Children should leave the school grounds within ten (10) minutes of the end of the school day.
Elementary Safety Patrol
The main duty of the elementary safety patrol is to ensure safe behavior. Disruptive behavior is reported. The elementary safety patrol program is made up of fourth and fifth grade students, and is supervised by a school staff member. Students must be in good academic standing to participate.
Emergency Situations
School district staff will follow protocols as outlined in the School District Crisis manual. Board Policies 5400 – Student Health, Welfare and/or Safety and 5460 – School Safety contain detailed information about the District’s safety plan and procedures.
Exposure Control Plan
The School District of Janesville, per Board Policy 5423, has a plan in place to address how the school district will handle a student who is exposed to another person’s blood or other body fluids contaminated with blood. A central focus of this plan is prevention activities to minimize the chance of a student being exposed.
However, should there be an exposure to blood that involves a student, the school will notify the student’s parents/guardians of the incident.
This notification will first be attempted by telephone. If the school staff cannot reach a parent/guardian by telephone, a letter will be sent.
To protect confidentiality, the school will not release the name of the employee/student whose blood your child was exposed to. Parents/guardians will be encouraged to seek medical care.
An exposed student’s doctor may request a blood test from the employee/student whose blood your child was exposed to.
The school will assist the family by contacting the employee or parent/guardian of the student to explain the process and encourage the blood testing to be done. State laws indicate this testing is voluntary and cannot be required. Any testing results that are completed will be shared with your child’s doctor. If you have questions or concerns regarding the district’s exposure control plan, please call the District offices at 608-743-5000.
Expulsion
Board of Education policy 5350 and Wisconsin State Law provides students may be expelled from school if they:
- Find him/her guilty of repeated refusal or neglect to obey the rules; or
- Find that a student knowingly conveyed or caused to be conveyed any threat or false information concerning an attempt or alleged attempt being made or to be made to destroy any school property by means of explosives; or
- Find that a student engaged in conduct while at school or while under the supervision of a school authority which endangered the property, health or safety of others; or
- Find that a student while not at school or while not under the supervision of a school authority engaged in conduct which endangered the property, health, or safety of others at school or under the supervision of a school authority; or
- Find that a student endangered the property, health, or safety of any employee or school board member of the school district in which the student is enrolled;
- Find that a student who is at least 16 years old has repeatedly engaged in conduct while at school or while under the supervision of a school authority that disrupted the ability of school authorities to maintain order or an educational atmosphere at school or at an activity supervised by a school authority and that such conduct does not constitute grounds for expulsion under those items listed in a.-e. above, or
- The Board shall expel a student from school whenever it finds that a student, while at school or while under the supervision of a school authority, possessed a firearm, as defined in U.S.C Title 18, 921(a)(3); and is satisfied that the interest of the school demands the student's expulsion.
Fees
Parents and guardians are required to pay annual school fees which cover the use of textbooks, the cost of paper, and other consumable supplies. The optional yearbook for middle and high school students and parking costs for high school students are additional fees that may be paid at the same time school fees are paid. Information on school related fees is available on the Infinite Campus Portal or at the school office.
Flyer Distribution and Posters/Wall Displays
The School District of Janesville is using the PeachJar system for electronic flyer distribution. By enabling our district to go paperless, Peachjar helps us save thousands of trees each year.
Flyers from external organizations receive approval from the either building principals or the District's Public Information team. Approved flyers are posted to school/district electronic flyers web pages (look for the "PeachJar Flyers" button). The School District of Janesville (WI) approves flyers from organizations as a community service and does not imply sponsorship nor endorsement of the organization, program, or event. Families will receive email notices for flyers approved for their school(s), and families may opt out of receiving these messages if they wish.
See https://www.janesville.k12.wi.
Gun Concealment
It is illegal for any student to carry a gun or dangerous weapon into a district school building; into a building rented by the school district; into a school district sponsored event that is not held in a school building or on school grounds; or to have a gun or dangerous weapon in a vehicle that is parked on school grounds (Board Policy 5236). Students possessing a gun or dangerous weapon at any of these sites will be reported to local police for arrest and are subject to disciplinary action including expulsion from school.
It is illegal for an adult to carry a gun or dangerous weapon into a district school building; into a building rented by the school district; or into a school district sponsored event that is not held in a school building or on school grounds (Board Policy 3217 and Board Policy 4217). Adults possessing a gun or weapon at any of these sites will be asked to leave the site and may be reported to the local police. Adults 21 years of age or older who have a permit to carry a concealed gun or weapon may have a locked gun or weapon in their vehicle in a school parking lot.
Health, Illness, Accidents
All district buildings have an assigned school nurse and staff members trained in medication administration, first aid, CPR, and AED use. Procedures and protocols dealing with management of illness, injury, and basic health needs are in place under approval of the district’s medical advisor. Further information regarding health, illness, and accidents can be reviewed through Board Policy 5424.
Homework Guidelines
Students’ Roles and Responsibilities:
- Make sure you understand the assignment and have the tools/materials you need before leaving school. Ask your teacher questions if directions are not clear.
- Complete your work independently and to the best of your ability. Ask questions if needed.
- Make it a routine. Set a time each day to do homework.
- Make good use of your time. Plan ahead for big assignments or projects.
Parents’/Guardians’ Roles and Responsibilities:
- Be positive about homework.
- Provide a place, and resources needed to help students complete homework.
- Help your student with time management by scheduling a regular homework time.
- Encourage your student to complete the work themselves. If your student asks for help, provide support, but do not give them the answer or do the work for them.
- Stay informed. We encourage you to talk to your student's teacher(s) and share any questions or concerns you may have.
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Immunization Policy
Please refer to Board Policy 5422 for specific details. All students who are admitted to the School District of Janesville shall provide a record of immunizations that are required by law. Parents/guardians need to submit a record of immunization or claim an immunization waiver. The school district will be responsible for maintaining an up-to-date immunization record. If you have questions on the policy, please call the District office at 608-743-5000.
Keeping Elementary Students “After School”
From time to time during the course of a school year, teachers may wish to ask students to remain after school for a number of appropriate reasons, usually to provide a student with individualized assistance.
Whenever a teacher decides to keep a student after school, students in grades 3 through 5 must be given an opportunity to contact their parent(s) to notify them that they will be staying at school beyond the normal dismissal time. If the parent cannot be contacted, the student should be allowed to go home at the usual time; however, the teacher should send a note home with the student indicating that the child will be remaining after school the next day. In the case of children in kindergarten through grade two, the teacher will make the parent contact indicating the need for a student to remain after school or send home a note to the parent indicating the child will be remaining after school the next day. This policy will not apply to those situations where a teacher, principal, counselor, etc. have formalized a continuing arrangement with a student's parent(s) whereby the student may be kept after school. In general, students should not be kept after school more than 30 minutes unless a special understanding has been agreed upon between the student's parent(s) and a school staff member.
McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Students Act
Students who lack a fixed, regular or adequate nighttime residence are protected by the McKinney-Vento act (Board Policy 5022). Although eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis by the homeless liaison, the following situations often qualify.
- Sharing the housing of others due to loss of housing or economic hardship
- Living in a motel, hotel, or campground due to lack of alternative adequate accommodations
- Living in an emergency shelter or transitional living program
- Abandoned in a hospital
- Living in a vehicle or RV, park, public space, abandoned building, substandard housing, bus or train station or other place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping space
- Unaccompanied youth who are not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian, runaways, and youth denied housing by their parents.
Students who qualify for McKinney-Vento have the following rights:
- Immediate enrollment: Even without the required documents
- School choice: Students may stay at the school attended when they became homeless or they may enroll in the school in the area where they are currently living.
- Free lunch: For the entire school year
- School fee waivers: When requested by parents and verified by student services staff
- Transportation: If the student is living outside of the attendance area of the school he or she is attending, transportation can be provided.
If you believe that your student may qualify, please contact your school social worker or the district Families in Transition Coordinator at 608-751-7779.
Medication Policy
Please refer to Board Policy 5425 and Administrative Regulation 5425.1 for procedures if you have a circumstance where your child will need to take medication (prescription or non-prescription) at school. Parents must make arrangements for students to take medication at school and complete the appropriate paperwork with the school nurse. If your child is allergic to bee stings or has any other life threatening condition, please contact the school office immediately so arrangements can be made to provide adequate care as needed
Parent-Teacher Conferences
The teacher and parent(s) should clarify goals and expectations, which will assist the child to grow as much as possible during the remaining months of the school year (Board Policy 6811).
During Parent-Teacher Conferences the following items should be discussed:
- Review of Course/Grade- evel Expectations
- Student's assessments and/or samples of work that show progress towards the grade level expectations.
- Student Social Development, Citizenship, and/or Work Habits/Employability Skills.
- Class participation.
- Any other items deemed appropriate
Physical Education Exclusions
All students are required to participate in physical education classes unless they have a written excuse, signed and dated, from their physician. This excuse should state the length of time the child is to be excused and the reason for the exclusion.
Prohibited Items
The use of the following items are prohibited on all School District of Janesville property:
- Laser devices
- Skateboards/Longboards/Hover boards
- Throwing Snowballs or Ice
- PDA
- Rollerblades/Wheeled Shoes
- Drugs, alchol, tobacco, associated contraband, and look-alike-drugs
- Weapons (real or look-alike)
Please see the Student Conduct Code for more details.
Removing a Student from the Classroom
The School District of Janesville recognizes its responsibility to create, foster, and maintain an orderly and safe classroom environment, conducive to teaching and to the learning process. Pursuant to Section 118.164, Wisconsin Statute, a teacher employed by the District may temporarily remove a pupil from the teacher’s class if the pupil violates the terms of the District’s Student Conduct Code (located at the end of this document). Long term removal of a student may also be considered by the school principal. The Student Conduct Code is printed in each school’s Parent/Student Handbook in the section entitled, “Student Conduct Code.” Removal from the classroom is a serious measure, and should not be imposed in an arbitrary, casual or inconsistent manner.
Prior to Removing a Student from the Classroom
Prior to removing a student from the classroom, the school and classroom teacher should have an intervention program in place. This program should include a procedure to deal with disruptive students in the classroom. Behavioral expectations need to be communicated as clearly as possible to students and parents. Actions taken by the teacher prior to removal of the student should be documented. There may be dangerous situations in which behavior requires the immediate removal of a student. The teacher should exercise his/her best judgment in deciding whether it is appropriate to remove a student temporarily from class.
Removing the Student from Class
Students may be removed from the classroom for violating the School District of Janesville’s Student Conduct Code. In cases where the student is disorderly or safety is at stake, the principal or his/her designee may be called upon to assist in the removal of a student. The teacher may seek the help of a colleague and escort the student out of the room. A student sent out of the room to the school office must be sent with a written explanation from the teacher describing the student conduct code violation. The student will be removed from 25 the classroom for the duration of the class or activity.
A recommendation for long term removal from the classroom may also be made. Interventions taken by the teacher prior to the removal of a student are documented and reviewed by the building principal. The decision for long-term (one-half day or more) removal from the classroom will be made by the building principal or his/her designee.
When the student is removed from the classroom, the principal or his/her designee will give the student due process. This will involve the notice of misbehavior, evidence (if necessary) and the opportunity for the student to tell his or her side of the story.
Placement Procedures
The Student Conduct Code specifies the disciplinary actions which may be applied when students violate the rules and regulations set forth in the code. After appropriate collaboration with teachers, administrators, or parents, the building principal or his/her designee determines the appropriate educational placement of a student who has been removed from class. Placements may be in an alternative education program, another class in the school, another instructional setting, a detention area, in-school suspension area, an out-of-school suspension, or other appropriate placements.
Parent/Guardian Notification Procedures
A copy of the School District of Janesville’s Student Conduct Code and this removal policy will be provided to each parent in the district.
When a student is suspended (in school or out of school), every effort will be made by the principal or his/her designee to notify the parent/guardian by phone the day of the incident. Written notice (Discipline Referral Form) will be sent by mail within 24 hours. It is the expectation that the parent will participate in a conference regarding the suspension if requested by the principal or his/her designee. Parents/guardians may also request a conference with school personnel.
Placement Procedures
The Student Conduct Code specifies the disciplinary actions which may be applied when students violate the rules and regulations set forth in the code. After appropriate collaboration with teachers, administrators, or parents, the building principal or his/her designee determines the appropriate educational placement of a student who has been removed from class. Placements may be in an alternative education program, another class in the school, another instructional setting, a detention area, in-school suspension area, an out-of-school suspension, or other appropriate placements.
Request to Withhold Directory Data:
Release of Pupil Directory Data Information and High School Student Information to Military Recruiters and Institutions of Higher Education
Wisconsin statues provide that schools or school district may legally release:
- A pupils name
- Address
- Telephone listing
- Date and place of birth
- Photographs
- Grade Level
- Major field of study
- Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
- Weight and height of members of athletic teams
- Dates of attendance
- Degrees, honors, and awards received
- Name of school most recently previously attended by the pupil
Photo(s) and video(s) of students are occasionally taken in classroom situations, during fine arts performances, on field trips, athletic events, for teacher training, etc.
The resulting photo(s) and video(s) may be used in a variety of ways: to promote the school district, an individual school, or a specific program to the community, to instruct students or staff members, or to orient new parents, staff and students. The final product could also take a variety of forms, photo displays, slide presentations, newspaper articles, pamphlets or video programs.
Such information may be withheld if the district is advised by the parent, legal guardian, or eligible student (18 years of age or older). If it is your wish NOT to allow the above information to be released, and if you are the parent, legal guardian, or eligible student, you must annually acknowledge the “Release to Withhold Directory Data" within Infinite Campus. If we do not have your acknowledgement of the request to withhold information within 14 days of the distribution of this handbook, we can then assume, according to state statutes, that the directory data listed above may be released if requested.
In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies (LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Act of 1965 to provide military recruiters and institutions of higher learning, upon request, with three directory information categories – names, addresses and telephone listings – unless parents have advised the LEA that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent. Infinite Campus' Online Registration collects parent's permission or denial annually as a part of the registration process.
If you request the District to withhold directory data, your child will not have his/her picture or name used publicly in any manner: this includes: school yearbooks or student newspapers, sports programs, awards programs, music/drama programs, The Janesville Gazette (news stories, graduation issue) etc. There can be no exceptions.
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School Delay/Closing Information
Should it become necessary to delay the start of school or to cancel school, the School District of Janesville will use the Infinite Campus Messenger system as our primary means of notification to parents and guardians. These messages are sent as a Priority message. We urge parents/guardians to make sure their contact information is always current and correct in the system.
In order to keep district telephone lines open for general operations, please do not call the district or your school for closing information/confirmation. In addition to using directing messaging to parents and guardians through Infinite Campus Messenger, the School District of Janesville utilizes many other forms of public communications to post or announce closing and delays, including: WCLO AM 1230 radio and other local radio stations; the Janesville Gazette; local and regional television stations; the School District of Janesville Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SDJK12/); and the district website (https://www.janesville.k12.wi.us). If the closing and delay information is related to inclement weather, the district will communicate to the public the night before (if possible) or no later than 6:00am on the day of the closing or delay.
Please note: the standard operating procedure is that school will be held on days identified as school days on the district calendar. As such, only notifications of cancelation or delayed opening will be sent. The district will not be sending confirmation of being open messages for a particular day.
Decisions to delay or cancel school due to inclement weather are made in coordination with both the Janesville Transit System and the Van Galder Bus Company (Board Policy 5462). They are also based on the passage of city streets, safety of rural students and information from the county highway department and city street department. The School District of Janesville also consults with a meteorologist and a team of District staff and area Superintendents before the decision is made. The final decision to delay or close rests with the Superintendent. If school is not cancelled and families do not feel it is safe for their child to come to school, it is their prerogative to keep their student(s) home. Families choosing to keep students home will need to call the student’s school(s) to report their absences(s), which will be considered a principal excused absence.
The School District of Janesville does not close early in an attempt to avoid incoming snow or ice storms. This is to protect children who may get home before their families and have no home access or supervision. If a parent/guardian is concerned about incoming weather, they may come to the school to have their child released early, which will be considered a principal excused absence.
If schools are closed for weather related reason, be aware that all Preschool 4 Janesville (P4J) programs located in School District of Janesville Public Schools will also be closed. Should a decision be made to delay the start of school as opposed to closing, the School District of Janesville Public schools with P4J morning programs will be cancelled, but they will hold their afternoon sessions as regularly scheduled. If your child attends P4J at a private school location or community child care center, be sure to contact your P4J site coordinator to confirm any closings or delays.
Cancellation of Athletic or Extracurricular Events: There will be no athletic contests and no practices on days school is called off for weather reasons. The gyms will also be closed to the public on those days. On days when school is in session but weather has progressively worsened, cancellations for after school or evening athletics or extracurricular activities will be announced by 2:00 p.m. on WCLO radio that day and posted on the School District of Janesville Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SDJK12/) and on the district website (https://www.janesville.k12.wi.us).
The School District of Janesville calendar has several days built in to accommodate weather delays/closures. However, should the district exceed those buffer days, state law requires the School District of Janesville to make-up days to meet the minimum number of hours of direct public instruction (http://dpi.wi.gov/cal/days-hours).
Building Access / Dismissal during Severe Weather/Tornado
(Board Policy 5465): Every precaution has been taken to protect students and staff members during periods of severe weather. Students and staff are made aware of predetermined areas of shelter to which they move during severe weather warnings.To maintain the safety of students, staff, visitors, and parents/guardians during times of severe weather warnings, access to school buildings will be restricted, and students will be kept in their shelter areas, potentially beyond normal dismissal times and staff will remain with them. For safety reasons, children will not be released to families during the time of a weather warning. Students will be released after the National Weather Service or local emergency responders (police or fire officials) issue an “all clear” signal. Campus Messenger will serve
as our primary means of notification to let parents know when students will be released. If possible, the
district will also use its Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SDJK12/) and on the district website
(https://www.janesville.k12.wi.us) to relay information.
Sexual Harassment Policy
Please refer to Administrative Regulation 5021.1 if you feel your child has been subjected to a pattern of sexual harassment by a student or staff member. Pupils have a right to be in a school environment that is free from all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, and anyone who engages in harassing behavior will be disciplined, including students.
Special Education
The School District of Janesville provides special education services for students who are impaired in the area of speech and language, specific learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, physically handicapped, emotional behavioral disabilities, hearing or vision impaired, autism, traumatic brain injury or, other health impaired. If you believe your child may qualify for any of these programs, please contact your child's teacher, the building principal, or the District Special Education Department at 743-5061. Special education policies and procedures are also available for review.
Student Appearance
Appearance should reflect the purpose or activity for which the student is participating. Our day to day operation is that of an educational business. We request the students to present themselves in a manner that reflects this serious business. School sponsored activities may adjust this appearance as we establish special dress up days.
Clothing worn by students should be neat and appropriate and should be worn as it was intended. (Example: bib overalls with straps up and attached, pants worn at the waist.)
Clothing or appearance should not cause a distraction in the classroom or be embarrassing to others. The school administration reserves the right to ask students to remedy the clothing or appearance that is considered distracting or inappropriate.
Underwear should not be visible for it may be offensive or embarrassing to the other students or staff.
Clothing and jewelry promoting alcohol, drugs, tobacco products, or gangs will not be tolerated. Also, clothing which has objectionable pictures, sexual meaning, or is otherwise offensive, is prohibited. Crop tops and short shorts are not allowed.
Students with inappropriate clothing will be referred to the office. Students will be allowed to change or to contact parents/guardians to bring appropriate clothing. Students will remain in the office until proper clothing is available.
Cross Reference: Inappropriate Clothing/Attire: Student Conduct Code.
Student Expectations
Students enrolled in the School District of Janesville are expected to:
- Attend school and scheduled classes on a daily basis unless ill or excused by school officials.
- Take advantage of all available resources and learning opportunities presented to them, and to develop and learn to the best of their abilities.
- Select courses with the purpose of achieving meaningful goals.
- Complete assigned work within the time designated.
- Challenge their intellect and not just work for grades.
- Give the best possible performance in all testing situations.
- Obey all rules, directives, and district policies, which are communicated either in writing or verbally.
- Participate in school-sponsored events and activities.
- Accept help from their classmates and be willing to help others when they can.
- Register complaints and concerns with those who have the most direct responsibility to address them.
- Students and parents should consult the Student Conduct Code for further conduct guidelines. The Student Conduct Code will have the same authority as the student rules outlined in student handbooks.
- Students are expected to be polite, helpful and considerate when a substitute teacher is present in the classroom. Uncooperative students should expect to receive disciplinary consequences from their regular classroom teacher.
Student Lockers, Desks and Other District Property
Each student is issued a locker as a convenient place for books and personal property. Above all, lockers should be locked and the combinations kept private. Report any locker problems to the advisor/homeroom teacher. Students should stay with the assigned locker and not move to a friend’s locker. Sharing a hall locker with a friend is prohibited. The school district assumes no responsibility for articles missing from lockers. Lockers are the property of the School District of Janesville and may be searched by school administrators at any time.
Ownership and control of lockers, desks, school-issued tablets and other District property is maintained by the school district. Students are granted use of desks, lockers, tablets and other district property in accordance with Board Policy 5231. The school district reserves the right to have a school official, or his/her designee, conduct a search at any time without consent of the student, without notifying the student and without obtaining a search warrant. Searches of student lockers and/or personal belongings will be reasonable. There should be reasonable grounds for suspecting that a search will yield contraband or turn up evidence that a student has or is violating the law, school rules or board policy. An administrator or his/her designee may contact law enforcement officials for assistance in conducting a search. Each building will distribute this policy information to enrolled students.
Students are responsible for the safekeeping of textbooks and library books which must be replaced at the student’s or parent’s expense if lost or damaged.
Students should share in the responsibility of keeping the district schools in their best possible condition. The Board views vandalism against school property by students as reprehensible. Any student who needlessly damages school property or equipment shall be held responsible and shall make restitution to the school in the amount determined by the administration. When a student is unable to make restitution, the parent or guardian shall be held liable.
Student Privacy: Survey and Opinion Polls
Curriculum Research/Pilot Projects
The Board of Education encourages research activities by the school system and urges application of research findings to instructional and managerial processes. The District Administrator is authorized to provide educational research services.
Services of internal and external researchers (1) make it possible for the Board and District Administrator to examine problems and plans in the light of current research, (2) provide guidance to the staff in helping individuals and groups carry out well-planned investigations, and (3) maintain liaison with educational research agencies. Research will be undertaken with approval of the District Administrator.
The Board also encourages action research in the form of experimental and pilot projects. As used here, "research or experimental program" means any program or project designed to explore or develop new content or unproven teaching methods or techniques.
Experimental and/or pilot projects may be recommended by staff members or curriculum committees. Experimental programs may be established in the area of instruction if approved by the principal of the building in which the program will be instituted, the District Administrator, or the Board if the research is other than routine. Proposals will include plans for evaluation of the program.
Survey and Opinion Polls
Surveys and polls which assess student attitudes or opinions regarding race, creed, sex, or other potentially controversial matters must be approved in advance by the District Administrator or a designee. The District Administrator will consult with the Board as he or she finds advisable. Building principals will approve in advance all other student surveys and opinion polls, referring questions to the District Administrator when in doubt.
No student shall be required to participate in any survey associated with a school program or the District’s curriculum, or which is administered by a third party in the schools, if the survey includes one or more of the following items:
- Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent/guardian;
- Mental and psychological problems of the student or the student’s family;
- Sex behavior or attitudes;
- Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior;
- Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom students have close family relationships;
- Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers;
- Religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent/guardian; or
- Income, other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such a program.
Parents/guardians may, upon request, inspect a survey containing any of the above information and any survey created by a third party before the survey is administered or distributed to a student. They may also request to inspect any instructional materials used in connection with the survey or any instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum for the student. Requests to inspect a survey or instructional materials should be made to the building principal and/or his designee. Survey inspection requests should be made prior to the date on which the survey is scheduled to be administered to students. The principal or designee shall respond to such requests without delay.
This policy shall be published annually in student and staff handbooks, which are distributed to students, parents/guardians and employees in the District (Board Policy 6210).
Student Records
Parents (both custodial and non-custodial) have well defined legal rights to their child's school records and related information; and have a right to attend parent/teacher conferences, unless there is a specific legal injunction prohibiting such access. All such inquiries related to access to student records should be directed to the building principal. Teachers may not give out copies of records without the approval of the building principal. Patient health care records shall be maintained separately from other pupil records.
Primary responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of pupil records shall rest with the District Administrator or his/her designee.
Detailed information regarding the maintenance of student records can be found in Board Policy 8330 – Student Records.
Transportation of Students by the School District
The School District of Janesville contracts with Van Galder Bus Company to provide student transportation services. Problems, questions, concerns or suggestions regarding school bus transportation should be directed to Van Galder Bus Company (608-752-5407). Please refer to Board Policy 8600 for the complete regulations on transportation including details on what the requirements are to be eligible for school bus transportation through the School District of Janesville.
Students being transported are reminded that they are to conduct themselves in a lawful and orderly manner at all times. Students violating bus regulations are subject to disciplinary actions.
Use of Animals in the Classroom
Please refer to Board Policy 8390 for the complete procedure. The use of animals in the classroom is an integral part of the life science curriculum within the Janesville School District under conditions that ensure the safety and well-being of the students, staff, and the animal. Persons bringing animals into the school must receive written permission from the building principal.
If it is anticipated that live animals will be used in the classroom, parents should be notified so that any allergies or health problems can be determined. In the event that a student or staff member demonstrates an allergic reaction to the animal, the animal should be removed, unless a satisfactory accommodation to the student or staff member affected can be made.
Vision and Hearing Tests
Per Board Policy 5421 it is recommended that each student entering Kindergarten have an eye examination by an optometrist or evaluation by a physician. Vision screening through the School District of Janesville will only be completed when a parent or teacher referral is submitted. Hearing acuity referrals completed through district screening will be sent home for all students suspected of having problems. Families will be notified annually at the beginning of each school year of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when the screening of students is scheduled to take place. Families have the right to request in writing to opt their child out of participating in any screening provided by the district.
Visitors to the School
PART 2
PART II: STUDENT CONDUCT CODE
The School District of Janesville has created this Student Conduct Code to help each school within the District achieve our goal of a safe learning environment. It is important to recognize that an effective discipline plan is not an isolated technique, a specific process, or necessarily the skills of one professional. The Code not only informs students and parents of their responsibilities and rights, it also recognizes that a safe, orderly learning environment requires collaboration between teachers, students, parents and school administration.
The Student Conduct Code is designed to inform and advise. It lists prohibited actions (misconduct) and consequences for any misconduct. Consequences are not listed in priority order. Each misconduct will be addressed within the guidelines of this Code on an age appropriate basis.
We hope that the Student Conduct Code will result in a community of respect leading to better learning experiences for our students. Thank you for your participation in this effort. Please contact the School District of Janesville with your comments.
The School District of Janesville believes that:
- Learning cannot take place without a safe and orderly environment.
- Every student has the right to attend school without fear of harm, physical threats, or verbal abuse.
- It is the responsibility of each school in the District to create and maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- High expectations for student behavior must be the standard throughout our schools.
- Parents, students, and teachers must work together to promote responsible behavior; effective communication between the schools, the students and parents is the best way to foster positive student behavior.
- The School District of Janesville does not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, parental or marital status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.
The Student Conduct Code gives the rules and regulations that will help schools reach these goals.
Students are expected to abide by any and all established codes of conduct, board policies, conduct/behavior as outlined by the parent/student handbook and as stated in rules established by building principals for each school.
BATTERY
According to Wisconsin State Law, Battery is: “Causing “bodily harm to another by an act done with intent to cause bodily harm to that person or another without the consent of the person so harmed.”
This includes acts by individuals, gangs, or threat groups.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AND LOOK-ALIKE DRUGS
Possession, use, distribution, or sale of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, look-alike drugs or drug paraphernalia is prohibited on school premises before, during, or after school, or at any school-sponsored activity. According to Wisconsin State Law, drug/alcohol is defined as: “Any fermented malt beverage or intoxicating liquor, any controlled substance, counterfeit substance, or look-alike substance.”
According to Board Policy 5234, a student who shows a continuing problem or is suspected of being under the influence of drugs or intoxicants will be referred to the designated administrator or to guidance, health, or other trained staff for assessment.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Confiscate the drug, alcohol, tobacco or look-alike drug
- Contact Network Team
- Assessment
- Educational Program
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Authorized electronic devices may be used with Administrator approval; however, they are prohibited in locker rooms and restrooms unless powered off in accordance with State Statute 175.22. Unauthorized devices are prohibited on school premises.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Confiscation
- Detention
- Parent Referral/Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Removal from premises
Maximum Consequences:
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
- Recommendation for Expulsion
FALSE ALARMS/BOMB THREATS
Initiating a false fire alarm or initiating a false report warning of a weapon, fire or an impending bombing or catastrophe.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
FORGERY/CHEATING/ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Forgery/Cheating/Academic Dishonesty includes:
- Falsely using the name of another person.
- Falsifying times, dates, grades, addresses, or other data on school forms.
- Claiming or using the work or answers of another student or source as one’s own.
- Plagiarizing (using the ideas of someone else as one’s own ideas without acknowledging the source).
- - Copying or stealing another person’s work.
- - Allowing another person to copy one’s work.
- - Doing another person’s class work.
- - Intentionally accessing another person’s work to use it as one’s own.
- Disseminating a copy of another person’s work.
- Downloading information from online sources and representing it as one’s own work.
- Giving or receiving unauthorized assistance on exams.
- Altering grades or other academic records.
- Submitting identical work in more than one course without the prior approval of the instructor.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Loss of Grade/Grade adjustment
- Conference
- Verbal Warning
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
HARASSMENT/DISCRIMINATORY ACTS
Promoting negative stereotyping that degrades or flagrantly demeans any individual or group by negatively referring to the religion, socio-economic status, race, sex, national origin, creed, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability of the individual or group. Also, disturbing an individual or group by name calling, pestering, or threatening.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Educational Program
- Counseling
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
INAPPROPRIATE CLOTHING/ATTIRE
Clothing/attire is considered inappropriate if it is offensive or disruptive to the school environment as determined by staff/administration.
Inappropriate clothing includes, but is not limited to:
- alcohol or drug-related clothing/jewelry/hats
- threat/hate group or gang-related clothing/hats
- clothing/hats that contain a message that is discriminatory
- clothing or attire/hats that causes a distraction or is embarrassing to others
- clothes/hats that contain a negative message about any aspect of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy or physical, mental, emotional or learning disabilities
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Required to modify his/her attire
- Parent Contact
Maximum Consequences:
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
INAPPROPRIATE LANGUAGE
Conduct, gestures, written or spoken language that is obscene, lewd, profane, vulgar, sexual, libelous, slanderous, or suggestive. “Swear words” are an example of inappropriate language.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, NETWORKS AND SERVICE
Includes but is not limited to:
- sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures
- using obscene language
- harassing, insulting or attacking others
- loading software on district owned computers
- damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks
- violating copyright laws
- using others’ passwords
- trespassing in others’ files or work
- intentionally wasting limited resources
- using the network for commercial or for profitable purposes
- using the network for personal, religious, political or private business
- using the network to access pornographic or other inappropriate materials
- portraying themselves on personal Internet Home Page as representatives of the School District of Janesville or an individual school
- copying or using someone else’s work without their permission
- using the district’s network to access or download music for personal use
Consequences: Students who commit any of the above listed acts of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Parent Contact
- Denied access to telecommunications equipment, networks and services
- Banned from bringing any software or data disks into school
- Required to pay for all property damage
- The Internet service provider will be notified
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
Maximum Consequences:
- Denied access to all district owned computer equipment, networks and services
- Appropriate law enforcement agencies will be notified
- Recommendation for Expulsion
PHYSICAL ATTACK ON STAFF MEMBER
Intentionally pushing or striking a School District staff member.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
REPEATED CLASSROOM DISRUPTION/CHRONIC DISRUPTION OR VIOLATION OF SCHOOL RULES
Repeatedly engaging in conduct on school premises before, during or after school or while under the supervision of a school authority that disrupts the ability of school authorities to maintain order or an educational atmosphere at school, in the classroom, or at an activity supervised by a school authority.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
REPEATED TARDINESS
Being late to school, class, or any other part of the student’s scheduled school day. Tardy for middle/ high school students is up to 5 minutes late for that class period.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Verbal Warning
- Parent Contact
- Detention
Maximum Consequences:
- In School Suspension
Referral to Interagency Attendance Committee
SAFETY VIOLATIONS/FIGHTING
Conduct or behavior which endangers the physical health or safety of any student or school employee on school premises before, during, or after school or at any school-sponsored activity.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Verbal Warning
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Removal from the course
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
- Parking Permit Revoked
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
SEXUAL ASSAULT
Sexual Assault is any act prohibited by Wisconsin Statutes, which includes “sexual contact” or “sexual intercourse” and is without the consent of the person with whom sexual contact or intercourse occurs. These terms have specific definitions in Wisconsin Statute.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- The School District, as required by law, will report all incidents of sexual assault to the Rock County Department of Human Services.
- The incident will be reported to district personnel.
- The Police Department may be contacted regarding the incident.
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
THEFT
Intentionally taking or concealing the property of another person without the person’s consent.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Verbal Warning
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Payment for any damage to or loss of the property
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Police Referral
- Pre-Expulsion
- Probation Referral
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
THREATS OR INTIMIDATING ACTS
Threatening the well-being, health, or safety of an individual by verbal remarks, bullying or gestures.
Also, extorting or attempting to extort money or anything of value from a person on school premises before, during, or after school or at any school sponsored activity.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
TRUANCY
Unauthorized absence from school during any portion of the student’s scheduled day.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Truancy Abatement Center
- Parking Permit Revoked
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequences:
- Lack of progress leading to failure Retention in the course
- Repetition of the course
- Referral to Interagency Attendance Committee for possible court action
VANDALISM/GRAFFITI
Intentional damage or defacing of property belonging to the school or others.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Payment for any damage to or loss of the property
- Detention
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
- Clean, repair damaged or defaced property
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
VERBAL ATTACK ON STAFF MEMBER
Threatening the well-being, health, or safety of any staff member with words or gestures.
Consequences: Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
WEAPONS
Possession or use of a weapon (defined below) on school premises before, during, or after school or at any school sponsored activity is prohibited.
Prohibited Weapons:
- 1. Articles designed or commonly used to intimidate and/or inflict bodily harm on other persons. This category of weapons includes, but is not limited to: firearms (loaded and unloaded), BB guns, pellet guns, look-alike weapons, toy guns, knuckles, razors, switch blades, and any other types of knives, chains, clubs or stars.
- 2. Articles designed for other purposes but used or intended to be used to intimidate and/or inflict bodily harm on other persons. This category includes, but is not limited to: belts, combs, jewelry, pencils, files, compasses, aerosol sprays, or scissors.
Search for Weapons:
In accordance with School Board policy, school personnel may search desks, school lockers, as well as book bags, gym bags, coats or jackets, or other personal property a student may bring onto school grounds or into a school building. Please refer to Board Policy 5270 and the related Administrative Regulations for the complete policy on Student Searches and Seizures.
Weapons Not Prohibited:
This includes all normally prohibited weapons that a student may bring to school for an authorized curricular use. Such weapons must be approved in advance by the teacher in whose class the weapon will be shown and by the building administration.
Consequences for possessing or using a weapon on school premises before, during, or after school, or at any school- sponsored activity are severe.
Students who commit this act of misconduct will be disciplined in one or more of the following ways:
- Confiscate the weapon
- Conference
- Detention
- Parent Contact
- Police Referral
- Probation Referral
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Pre-Expulsion
Maximum Consequence:
- Recommendation for Expulsion
POLICY OF THE JANESVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT ON YOUTH GANGS
The School District of Janesville recognizes that a school must create and maintain a safe and orderly environment in which learning can take place.
The presence of gangs, gang affiliations and gang-related activities within a school disrupts the learning environment by threatening the safety of students, staff, and parents in the school building and causing disruption to and interference with the academic process.
The School District of Janesville bars all gangs, gang affiliations and gang-related activities from school buildings, school property, and school-related activities at all times.
Co- Curricular Code (Athletic / Club Participation Grades 9-12
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF JANESVILLE CO-CURRICULAR CODE (Athletics and Clubs Participation Code) Grades 9-12
Printable PDF of the Co-Curricular Code
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF JANESVILLE Co-Curricular Code for Grades 9-12 (Athletics and Club Participation Code) INTRODUCTION This code will be administered in conjunction with current Board Policy 5234 and Administrative Regulations (5234.1 & 5234.2) regarding regular school attendance and drug and alcohol use/abuse policies.
The School District of Janesville has established both academic standards and standards of behavior that apply to all students. As part of the educational process, each program will focus on standards relating to, but not limited to, appropriate conduct, citizenship and healthy lifestyle. Standards can only be effective if they represent what parents, employers, educators, community members and students believe are important and are possible to achieve. These standards will only be learned when they are continually reinforced through instruction received in all school programs, including co-curricular activities, and in the home.
High personal standards of conduct, citizenship and healthy lifestyles are examples of responsible behavior that best serve succeeding generations. Therefore, by signing this four-year binding, 12-month-code, students accept the responsibility to match the privilege of participation with an equal measure of responsible personal behavior.
Participation in any organized co-curricular program is an earned privilege that carries expectations and responsibilities that exceed the norm of regular school attendance. Students who elect to participate are expected to model behaviors that will reflect positively on their school and the community of Janesville. All non WIAA co-curricular activities, which includes school clubs, will be divided into seasons coinciding with fall, winter and spring athletic seasons as defined by the WIAA.
Each coach, faculty advisor, new student and at least one parent or guardian must confirm they have read and agreed to the code prior to their first activity. The purpose of the reading and review of the code is to promote better understanding of the code and the co-curricular programs of the district. Each participant and his/her parent or guardian must agree to the co-curricular rules and regulations. Participants will be required to re-sign their code card from previous years. With their agreement, participants and parents agree to adhere to this code.
The responsibility for administering this code rests with the building administrator or designee.
3 STATEMENT OF RISK: All co-curricular activities involve some risk. Consequently, participants in any co-curricular activity may be at risk for serious injuries. The School District of Janesville and the Board of Education endeavor to operate co-curricular activities in a safe manner; however, it is impossible to eliminate the risk of injury while participating in a co-curricular activity. Parents, Guardians and student-athletes should consider these risks carefully before deciding to participate in any co-curricular activity
I. INITIAL ELIGIBILITY
A. The Co-Curricular Code Agreement must be signed by the student and the student’s parent or legal guardian stating that each has read and understood the code prior to the 7th day of practice or participation.
B. ATHLETES ONLY: A student may not participate in athletic activities until the following are on file in the high school Athletic Director's office:
- Written permission of a parent or legal guardian to participate in school athletics.
- An appropriate physical examination card. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association requires a physical examination for one or two years based on the following criteria: (1) Examination taken after April 1 is good for the following TWO SCHOOL YEARS; (2) Examination taken before April 1st is good for the remainder of that SCHOOL YEAR and the following SCHOOL YEAR. Alternate year cards will be used the second year for students who received a two-year examination. Physical examination cards of new enrollees are eligible to be transferred based on the criteria above.
- The student athlete permission for medical treatment card (red).
- Athletes must have the SDJ Concussion Agreement signed yearly by the athlete and a parent or guardian. C. AGE: (Student Athletes Only) A student athlete must be under nineteen (19) years of age on August 1, which precedes the start of the school year. D.
C. AGE: (Student Athletes Only)
A student athlete must be under nineteen (19) years of age on August 1, which precedes the start of the school year.
D. ACADEMICS
- A student receiving one or more failing grade(s), including one incomplete grade, in the latest grade-reporting or academic evaluation period shall be ineligible for competition/performance until receiving no failing grades, but not for less than 5 consecutive scheduled school days and nights. A student may not return to competition until the day following the 5-day ineligibility period. If applicable, when the earliest allowed W.I.A.A. game/meet takes place before the first day of classes, the ineligibility period shall be 7 consecutive calendar days beginning with the earliest allowed competition in that sport. 5
- A student receiving more than one failing grade in the latest grade-reporting or academic evaluation period shall be ineligible for interscholastic competition/performance until receiving no failing grades, but not for less than 15 consecutive scheduled school days and nights. A student may not return to competition/performance until the school day following the 15-day ineligibility period. When the earliest allowed W.I.A.A. game/meet is before the first day of classes, the ineligibility period shall be the lesser of: (1) 21 consecutive calendar days beginning with the date of earliest allowed competition/performance or (2) onethird of the maximum number of competitions allowed in that sport (rounded up if one-third results in a fraction).
- There will be an interim (mid-quarter) grade report each quarter. Students receiving more than one failing grade on a mid-term grade report will be ineligible for interscholastic competition/performance for the week (Monday through Saturday) following the grade report. Grade reports and ineligibility will continue until the student athlete receives no more than one failing grade.
- The ineligibility shall begin on the first scheduled school day following the grade posting date after they have received the final grade report, and communicated to all coaches and advisors.
- Students must participate in all team/activity meetings and practices during the ineligibility period. However, an academically or personal conduct ineligible student cannot leave school early to accompany his/her team to an athletic contest.
- A student identified as a student with disabilities (SWD) who does not receive standard ABC grades, may be eligible if he/she is making satisfactory progress in his/her total school program as indicated by his/her IEP.
- A student may erase ineligibility status related to the last grade-reporting period through summer school courses (including correspondence and virtual courses) at the same or some other school, provided:
- The student’s school gives credit toward graduation requirements for such courses and counts them in rank-in-class standings, and
- The student successfully completes not less than the same number of courses which caused ineligibility. E.
ATTENDANCE
1. All Participants
- A student must be carried on the attendance rolls (for purposes of state aid) as a student in grades 9-12 in his/her school.
- No student may practice or play in any competition, contest, etc. unless he/she attended all classes from 11:30 a.m. until the end of the school day of the scheduled contest or unless excused by an administrator. (PARENT EXCUSED ABSCENCES DO NOT WAIVE THIS REQUIREMENT)
- Any student who is considered truant for any part of the scheduled school day may not practice or compete in any co-curricular activity on that day.
2. Student Athletes Only
- A student is eligible only during the first eight semesters of enrollment upon reaching grade 9 and only during the first six semesters of enrollment upon reaching grade 10.
- A student must complete eligibility within four school years upon reaching grade 9 and within three school years upon reaching grade 10.
- A student may not participate in a sport in more than four different seasons.
- A student must discontinue summertime participation in non-school programs prior to the first day of the school's official opening day of practice in the same sport.
- A student must be enrolled in his/her seventh and eighth semesters consecutively.
- A student must be enrolled in a school by the 17th school day of a semester to be eligible during that semester.
- A student cannot become an athlete in a school other than the one in which he/she is carried on the attendance rolls or has completed the SDJ Home School application process. II.
INJURIES
- All injuries must be reported immediately to the coach/advisor in charge of the co-curricular activity.
- An injury report must be filed promptly in the office of the Building Athletic Director. If insurance benefits are to be claimed, a report must be turned in to the School District of Janesville Human Resources office.
- Students requiring medical attention must obtain a written release from a health care provider before returning to practice, competition, contests or performance
- Student Athletes and Parents must follow the School District of Janesville concussion management plan. III.
CARE OF EQUIPMENT (Student)
- It is the responsibility of the student/parent, for the proper care and safekeeping of the equipment issued. Lockers must be secured before and after practice.
- Fees for equipment will be added to the student’s individual Infinite Campus account. Any missing equipment issued must be paid for by the student or parent, either to the school bookkeeper or fee collectors, prior to competing in another activity. C. School equipment is to be used only for school-related activities. IV. LOCKER AND TRAINING ROOMS (Student Athletes Only) A. The locker room is for players and coaches only. B. No "horseplay" shall be permitted in training rooms or locker rooms at any time.
- Training rooms and locker rooms are to be kept clean.
- Training room facilities are to be used only under the direction and supervision of a coach.
- No person may use a cell phone or other device to capture, record, or transfer a representation of a nude or partially nude person in the locker room.
- Students shall secure all items in a locked locker. The SDJ is not responsible for lost or stolen items V.
PRACTICE, COMPETITION, CONTEST, ETC. ATTENDANCE
All students are expected to attend all practices and activities unless excused by the head coach or advisor.
VI. TRAVEL AND CONDUCT ON TRIPS
- A. Participants must use the mode of transportation designated by the school to and from the site of the activity or practice. A parent or legal guardian may request an exemption to take his/her student home in his/her private vehicle. This request must be made in person and through written permission. Building Athletic Director, Building Principal & Coaches/Advisors will have final approval of all requests.
- B. School transportation will leave at predesignated times.
- C. Coaches and advisors may exercise their discretion with respect to
- The degree of talking or singing permitted on the way to or from a contest or practice.
- The consumption of food or drink.
- Dress.
- CELL PHONE USE
D. All students shall conduct themselves in such a way as to reflect positively on themselves, their family and the school.
E. Students shall be responsible for the cleanliness of all areas used during the event in which food or drink is consumed.
VII. DROPPING OR CHANGING SPORTS (Student Athletes Only)
Before an athlete may change from one sport to another having the same or overlapping seasons, the agreement of the Building Principal and receiving coach must be obtained. Such agreement must also be obtained if the athlete is cut from one sport for disciplinary reasons and wishes to change to another sport. All equipment from the prior sport must be returned before being cleared for athlete’s next sport participation.
VIII. PERSONAL CONDUCT
Penalties for athletes who violate the code must be served in the current or next athletic season in which the athlete participates. Penalties for students participating in non-WIAA activities must be served in all activities of that season.
All non WIAA co-curricular activities, which includes school clubs, will be divided into seasons coinciding with fall, winter and spring athletic seasons as defined by the WIAA for all co-curricular activities (competitions, events, performances, meets) will be made available after August 1 for the upcoming school year.
The following types of conduct are determined to be violations of this Co-Curricular Code. Students serving a suspension for a code violation will not be allowed to join a sport or other co-curricular activity after the date of the first practice.
Violations of the Co-Curricular Code shall be cumulative throughout the student's grade 9-12 enrollment. However, if a calendar year elapses after a violation (measured from 9 the date on which the conduct constituting the violation occurred) without an additional violation, the violation shall not be counted for purposes of assessing any penalty for any subsequent violation. Only one violation during the student's grade 9-12 enrollment may be discounted pursuant to this paragraph.
An accumulation of a total of 4 Class III and Class IV violations in any combination will result in a suspension from all activities for one calendar year.
If a co-curricular activity does not compete, perform, or provide service opportunities, penalties for violation of this code will be applied towards meetings.
Penalties for code violations that carry over from one season to the next must be served in the same category as those in which the student began to serve the penalties. The penalty imposed for a Class I, a Class II, or a Class III violation may, in the discretion of the building administrator, be delayed as to the student’s participation in performances of a play or musical production if the student committing the violation holds a role critical to the production of that play or musical production (such as a lead role in a musical) and the determination of the violation occurs within three weeks before the first performance of the play or musical production. The delay may apply to multiple performances of the same play or musical production. In the event such a delay is applied to a student, that student shall not be eligible to participate in the next major play or musical production.
Any student having a personal conduct code violation will forfeit the privilege of having their name submitted for any special awards or honors during the season in which the code violation was committed and/or served.
CLASS I VIOLATION
A student arrested and/or charged for a violation(s) of the criminal state statutes as determined extremely serious by the Superintendent, Director of Administrative and Human Services, Building Administrator or Building Athletic Director will be assessed a Class I violation. The penalty for this violation is the loss of co-curricular activity eligibility for the remainder of that student’s co-curricular activity career. The student is eligible to apply for re-instatement after 1 year through the co-curricular code appeal process, provided the student has completed 100 hours of community service.
CLASS II VIOLATION
The following acts are considered serious. The penalty for such violations will be a loss of eligibility for one calendar year from the date of violation. The student may practice with the team during the season in which he/she will regain eligibility. In addition, violators will be required to perform 50 hours of community service during the year of ineligibility, assigned and monitored by the Building Athletic Director.
- Hosting gatherings where drinking of alcoholic beverages or use of controlled substances takes place.
- Selling or distributing alcohol or controlled substances.
- Failure of any parent, legal guardian or student to notify the building’s Athletic Director of a police-documented violation involving that student within 7 calendar days of the violation.
If the violation involves drugs or alcohol, a student can have the contest suspension reduced to the equivalent of a Class III second violation by completing the school district's ATODA education program. The student must complete both the education program and 50 hours of community service before regaining eligibility.
CLASS III VIOLATIONS
- Conduct in violation of criminal state statutes other than Class I. Severity of conduct may cause offense to be considered as a Class II violation, as determined by the Superintendent, Director of Student Services, Director of Administrative and Human Services or Building Athletic Director.
- Possession, consumption, or use of alcohol or controlled substances.
- Physical possession or use of tobacco, including any form of E-cigarettes and full compliance of Board Policy 3645: The School District of Janesville wishes to provide a safe and healthy environment for all persons. For purposes of this policy, “tobacco use’ means to chew or maintain any substance containing tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, in the mouth to derive the effects of tobacco, as well as all uses of tobacco, including cigars, cigarettes, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, any other matter or substances that contain tobacco, in addition to papers used to roll cigarettes and/or the smoking of electronic, “vapor,” or other substitute forms of cigarettes. Clove cigarettes and any other lighted smoking devices for burning tobacco or any other substance. Therefore, the use of any tobacco products shall be prohibited in all school district buildings, on school district grounds, and in school district vehicles. Notices to this effect will be posted.
- Non-prescribed use of anabolic steroids or human growth hormones.
PENALTIES FOR CLASS III VIOLATIONS: (IN-ACTIVITY AND OUT-OFACTIVITY)
1. Class III Violation (First)
- Suspension for 25% of the number of scheduled contests, competitions, performances, activities, or service opportunities in the current activity, or the next activity. (.5 or greater is rounded up: minimum of one activity) The student must also perform 5 hours of community service during the suspension, which will be monitored by the Building Athletic Director to regain eligibility.
- If the number of contests, competitions, etc., remaining in the current activity season is less than the number set forth above, the student shall serve the remainder of the suspension during the next sport/activity in which he/she participates. The length of the suspension will be determined by subtracting from 25% the percentage of contests for which the student was suspended, and taking the remaining percentage of the next season’s contests.
- The student must participate with the group in all practices during the suspension.
2. Class III Violation (Second)
Suspension for the remainder of the current activity in which the student is participating plus one-third of the total number of scheduled contests, competitions, etc. in the next activity in which the student participates. The student must also perform 10 hours of community service during the suspension, which will be assigned and monitored by the Building Athletic Director to regain eligibility.
The student will participate in practice during the remainder of the current activity while under suspension unless the coach/advisor decides otherwise.
The student must participate in practice with the group while suspended for onethird of the total scheduled contests, competitions, etc. in the next activity.
3. Class III Violation (Third and Subsequent)
a. Suspension from all activities for one calendar year commencing on the date the student is notified of a confirmed violation. The student must also perform 15 12 hours of community service during the suspension, which will be assigned and monitored by the Building Athletic Director to regain eligibility.
b. If the calendar year expires during an activity season in which a student desires to participate, the student must participate with the group in practice during that entire season.
4. CLASS IV VIOLATIONS
- Presence at a gathering where alcohol or drugs are being consumed by persons under the age of 21.
- Non-prescribed use of creatine/non-prescribed use of anabolic steroids or human growth hormones
With respect to subsection (1), a student shall not be considered in violation if he/she can demonstrate by convincing information that he/she was not aware that alcohol or controlled substances were present or that after becoming aware that alcohol or controlled substances were present, the student disassociated himself/herself from and left the gathering. If a person(s) in possession of alcohol or controlled substance arrives at a gathering being given by a student, that student is responsible under this policy for the immediate removal of that person(s) and of all alcohol or controlled substances from the premises. A responsible adult or the police should be contacted without delay if that person(s) refuses to leave.
5. PENALTIES FOR CLASS IV VIOLATIONS: (IN-ACTIVITY AND OUT-OFACTIVITY)
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Class IV Violation (First)
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Suspension from the next (1) contest, competition, or performance all activities for that current season.
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In the event the current season has concluded the suspension will occur in the next season in which the student participates.
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Class IV Violation (Second)
- Suspension for 25% of contests, competitions, etc. in the current activity (or in the next activity, if the current activity has been concluded.)
- The student must participate with the group in all practices during the suspension.
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Class IV Violation (Third) 13
- Suspension for 33% of contests, competitions, etc. in the current activity (or in the next activity, if the current activity has been concluded). The student must also perform 10 hours of community service during the suspension, which will be assigned and monitored by the Building Athletic Director or desigignee to regain eligibility.
- The student must participate with the group in all practices/meetings during the suspension. With respect to subsections 2 and 3, penalties for Class IV Violations, if the number of contests, competitions, etc. remaining in the current activity is less than the number of dates suspended, the student shall remain suspended during the next activity until the entire suspension has been served.
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Class IV Violation (Fourth and Subsequent)
- Suspension from all activities for 1 calendar year commencing on the date the student is notified of a confirmed violation. The student must also perform 15 hours of community service during the suspension, which will be assigned and monitored by the Building Athletic Director to regain eligibility. If the calendar year expires during an activity season in which a student desires to participate, the student must participate with the team in practice during that entire season.
Athletics Chart of Ineligibility Suspension
Total Number of Season Contests/ Events | 25% | 50% | 75% |
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
3 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
4 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
5 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
6 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
7 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
8 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
9 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
10 | 3 | 5 | 8 |
11 | 3 | 6 | 8 |
12 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
13 | 3 | 7 | 10 |
14 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
15 | 4 | 8 | 11 |
16 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
17 | 4 | 9 | 13 |
18 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
19 | 5 | 10 | 14 |
20 | 5 | 10 | 15 |
21 | 5 | 11 | 16 |
22 | 6 | 11 | 17 |
23 | 6 | 12 | 17 |
24 | 6 | 12 | 18 |
25 | 6 | 13 | 19 |
26 | 7 | 13 | 20 |
*This cart is intended for calculating a normal suspension period.
G. SUSPENSION DURING ACADEMIC INELIGIBILITY
The penalty for the academic ineligibility shall be served first. The student will serve their behavior code suspension when he/she gains academic eligibility.
H. CONDUCT INVOLVING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
Any student who has been determined to have committed a violation of the Co-Curricular Code involving use, possession, buying or selling of any drug or alcohol shall be required to participate in a district-approved ATODA education program at the expense of the student or his/her parent or legal guardian. The student must enroll in the next available course offered by the school district and attend all classes until completion. If a student is absent from a class:
- The student may be immediately dropped from the class.
- The student must re-enroll in a class, start again from the beginning, and be required to pay the full class fee again.
- The student becomes immediately ineligible to participate in co-curricular activities until successful completion of the course.
If a student is enrolled in the program and has served the required number of games for the suspension, he/she may regain eligibility by continuing perfect attendance in the program. However, the student is not excused from attending the program to participate in a co-curricular activity.
Failure to complete the program shall cause the student to remain suspended from participation in co-curricular activities, forfeit eligibility for conference or state awards, and prohibit attendance at any awards banquet or ceremony. The course instructor will notify the building athletic director when the student has successfully completed the course.
IX. VOLUNTARY ADMISSION
Any student who recognizes that he/she has a problem with the use/abuse of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, other controlled substances, or the use of performance enhancers as defined in Class III, 4, is encouraged to seek professional help for this problem. Any student who voluntarily seeks help for drug, tobacco, or alcohol abuse and notifies school administrators that they are seeking/receiving such help shall have all penalties waived under the following conditions:
- A. That student is not under investigation for the violation of this code at the time they request the help.
- B. The student agrees to participate in and complete, a district-approved ATODA education program offered by the school district. The student must enroll in the next class offered by the district. If the conditions of the voluntary admission procedures are not fulfilled in a timely fashion (21) calendar days from date of notification of violation, the admission will count as a first offense. Waiver of penalties by voluntary admission is limited to one time during a student’s high school career.
X. INVESTIGATION PROCEDURE
The building administrator or designee will make determinations as to whether or not violations of the Co-Curricular Code have been committed.
Any student alleged to have engaged in conduct which is in violation of the CoCurricular Code, will be subject to the following procedures:
- Prior to being interviewed, the student shall be advised that:
- The student may terminate the interview at any time with the consequence that the student's parent or legal guardian shall be contacted and be required to meet with the person conducting the interview, and the student, in order that the interview may be completed.
- The student's refusal to answer questions pertaining to his/her violation may be used as a basis for a presumption that the student committed the alleged violation.
- The student will be provided with the list of questions.
- The building administrator or designee may obtain information in regard to alleged violations of the Co-Curricular Code in any reasonable manner including an interview of a student alleged to have committed a violation. Interviews with students alleged to have committed a violation of the Co-Curricular Code shall include a list of questions inquiring as to facts pertinent to the alleged incident. Additional questions may be asked at the discretion of the investigator.
- A student will be determined to have committed a violation of the Co-Curricular Code if any of the following have occurred:
- The student admits the conduct constituting a violation.
- The building administrator or designee obtains information, which in his/her judgment is clear and convincing evidence that the student engaged in conduct constituting a violation.
XI. NOTIFICATION OF VIOLATION AND PENALTIES
After determining that a student has committed a code violation, the building administrator or designee shall prepare a letter addressed to the student, the student's parent or legal guardian, the student's coach/advisor, building principal, and athletic director describing the violation and summarizing the penalty to be assessed, penalties which may be assessed for subsequent violations and the procedure for appeal of the determination. The building administrator or designee shall meet with the student and deliver the student's copy of the letter during the meeting. A copy of the letter shall be mailed to the student's parent or legal guardian and a copy delivered to the student's coach/advisor. The student immediately becomes ineligible for participation upon notification of the administrator’s determination of a code violation.
XII. APPEAL PROCEDURE
A student or the student's parent or legal guardian may appeal the determination of the building administrator or designee that a violation of the Co-Curricular Code has occurred by delivering a written notice of intent to appeal to the office of the building administrator by 3:00 p.m. on the third school day subsequent to receipt by the student of written notice of the violation as required in Article XI. The building Athletic Director will schedule the appeal hearing to be held as soon as practical. The appeal shall be heard by a board of three members consisting of:
- Two (2) Educational Services Center Representatives appointed by the Superintendent
- A community member who has received training on the code and does not currently have a child in high school. In the event the violation requires use of information which may not lawfully be disclosed to persons other than school district personnel, a third administrator as designated by the superintendent.
The Superintendent’s designee shall chair the appeal board and the ruling of a majority of the board shall prevail. The ruling shall be confirmed by letter to the student, the student's parent or legal guardian, building administrator.
At the appeal hearing, the building administrator or designee shall be provided with an opportunity to describe the evidence which forms the basis for the determination that a code violation was committed. The student and the student's parent or legal guardian shall be provided with an opportunity to explain the basis for the appeal. Each side will be provided with an opportunity to rebut the position of the other. If, at the appeal hearing, new information is provided which was not available to the building administrator before the violation was determined the building administrator will be given an opportunity to state whether he/she wishes to change the determination. The appeal board shall affirm the determination of the building administrator unless the 18 appeal board determines that: (1) the determination of the building administrator is not reasonably based upon the available evidence, or (2) the procedure according to which the determination was made was fundamentally unfair to the student or the student's parent or guardian.
Multiple meetings may be held as needed during the appeal process to clarify facts and provide due process. After the initial hearing, additional meetings can be scheduled by the Superintendent or Building Athletic Director only if new information regarding the violation becomes available. The decision of the appeal board in respect to the appeal shall be final.
Effective: 2018-2019 School Year
Revisions: 2017, 2018
Middle School Course Handbooks
ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING: OVERVIEW
A Wisconsin law passed in 2013 says that every school district must provide Academic and Career Planning (ACP) services to students in grades 6-12 beginning in the 2017-18 school year.
ACP is critical because it helps students create and cultivate their own visions for post-secondary success, obtained through self-exploration, career exploration, and the development of career management and planning skills. Teachers, parents, and various partners assist students in this process by helping them deepen their knowledge of themselves, improve their understanding of postsecondary options, better connect their goals to educational coursework and career interests, and take part in long-term planning for life after high school.
Career Clusters
Career Clusters are broad occupational groupings based on a set of common knowledge and skills required for a broad group of careers. Wisconsin has adopted the National 16 Career Clusters that also serve as a tool for organizing curriculum and instruction. Career clusters provide opportunities for all students regardless of their career goals and interests.
They are a tool for a seamless educational system that blends rigorous academic/technical preparation, provides career development, offers options for students to experience all aspects of a business or industry, and facilitates/assists students and educators with ongoing transitions.
Career Pathways are a sub-grouping of careers used as an organizing tool for curriculum design and instruction. Similar to career clusters, career pathways are grouped based on their requirements for a set of core and similar knowledge and skills for career success. Each pathway highlights a specific part of each cluster. An easy example of this can be seen in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources cluster. Seven different pathways, from Animal to Plant Systems highlight the variety of interests that each cluster holds for students. Career Pathways are critical to 21st Century schools and learners. Each pathway is grounded in a set of four guiding principles:
- Career Pathways prepare students for post-secondary education and careers. A Pathway is always about both objectives; it is never a choice between one or the other.
- Career Pathways connect academics to real-world applications. Each Pathway integrates challenging academics with a demanding career and technical educational curriculum. Pathways alter how core academic subjects are taught; they do not lower expectations about what is taught.
- Career Pathways lead to the full range of post-secondary opportunities. Pathways prepare students for all the avenues they might pursue following high school graduation—two- and four-year college, certification programs, apprenticeships, formal job training, and military service. Each Pathway represents a broad industry theme that can appeal to and engage a student regardless of prior academic achievement and post-secondary aspirations.
- Career Pathways improve student achievement. Pathways and Programs of Study are based on accountability. They are designed to produce higher levels of achievement in a number of measurable arenas, including academic and technical scores, high school completion, post-secondary transitions to career and education, and attainment of a formal post-secondary credential.
A Program of Study
A Program of Study is a specific career pathway, defined by a local school/district partnership, which is a sequence of instruction based on recommended standards and knowledge and skills, consisting of coursework, co-curricular activities, worksite learning, service learning and other learning experiences including Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO). The sequence of instruction provides preparation for a career.
Academic and Career Plan (ACP) includes a program of study and learning that represents a fluid, living, breathing, mapped academic plan reflecting a student’s unique set of interests, needs, learning goals, and graduation requirements. It goes beyond the “four-year plan” by recording the student’s connections to the larger community including examples of community service and volunteerism; membership in community organizations; participation in leadership activities outside of school; involvement in job shadowing, mentorships, and/or apprenticeships; and the pursuit of skill development through hobbies, athletics, and fine arts.
THE 16 CAREER CLUSTERS
- Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
- Architecture & Construction
- Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
- Business Management & Administration
- Education & Training
- Finance
- Government & Public Administration
- Health Science
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Human Services
- Information Technology
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
- Manufacturing
- Marketing
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
- Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION OPTIONS
Course | Grades That Need This Requirement | |
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LANGUAGE ARTS | 6, 7, 8 | |
MATHEMATICS | 6, 7, 8 | |
SCIENCE | 6, 7, 8 | |
SOCIAL STUDIES | 6, 7, 8 | |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION | 6, 7, 8 | |
HEALTH/WELLNESS | 7,8 | |
EXPLORING ART | 6 | |
EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE | 6 | |
EXPLORING PATHWAYS | 6 | |
EXPLORING WORLD LANGUAGE | 6 | |
MUSIC ELECTIVE | 6 |
Electives
- 2D ART 7, 8
- EXPLORING MUSIC (Grade 6)
- 3D ART 7, 8
- FITNESS FOR LIFE (Grade 8)
- APP CREATORS (Grade 8)
- FRENCH 7, 8
- AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS (Grade 8)
- GUITAR (Grade 8)
- BAND 7, 8
- MEDICAL DETECTIVES (Grade 8)
- BEGINNING BAND 6
- ORCHESTRA 7, 8
- BEGINNING ORCHESTRA 6
- PIANO AND UKULELE (Grade 7)
- CHINESE 7, 8
- PIANO (Grade 8)
- CHOIR 6, 7, 8
- SPANISH 7, 8
- CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY 7, 8
- STRENGTH, SPORTS, & FITNESS (Grade 8)
- ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY A (Grade 7)
- ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY B (Grade 7)
- DESIGN & MODELING (Grade 8)
MIDDLE SCHOOL THREE-YEAR PLAN GUIDE
6th Grade
Core |
Exploratory (Required) |
Elective |
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Language Arts 6 |
Exploring Art 6 |
Beginning Band 6 |
Mathematics 6 |
Exploring Computer Science 6 |
Beginning Orchestra 6 |
Science 6 |
Exploring Pathways 6 |
Choir 6 |
Social Studies 6 |
Exploring World Language and Cultures 6 |
Exploring Music 6 |
Physical Education 6 |
Grade 7
Core |
Elective |
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Language Arts 7 |
2D Art 7 |
Chinese 7 |
Mathematics 7 |
3D Art 7 |
French 7 |
Science 7 |
Band 7 |
Spanish 7 |
Social Studies 7 |
Choir 7 |
Culinary Arts & Hospitality 7 |
Exploratory (Required) |
Orchestra 7 |
Engineering & Technology A |
Physical Education 7 |
Piano and Ukulele 7 |
Engineering & Technology B |
Health & Wellness 7 |
Grade 8
Core |
Elective |
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Language Arts 8 |
Band 8 |
Chinese 8 |
Mathematics 8 |
Choir 8 |
French 8 |
Science 8 |
Orchestra 8 |
Spanish 8 |
Social Studies 8 |
2D Art |
Medical Detectives |
Exploratory (Required) |
3D Art |
App Creators |
Physical Education 8 |
Guitar 8 |
Culinary Arts |
Health & Wellness 8 |
Piano 8 |
Strength, Sports, & Fitness |
Fitness for Life |
Design & Modeling |
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Automation & Robotics |
THREE-YEAR PLAN WORKSHEET
Grade 6
- Language Arts 6
- Mthematics 6
- Science 6
- Social Studies 6
- Physical Education 6
- Exploring Art 6
- Exploring Computer Science 6
- Exploring Pathways 6
- Exploring World Language and Cultures 6
- Music Elelctive - must choose 1
Grade 7
- Language Arts 7
- Mthematics 7
- Science 7
- Social Studies 7
- Health and Wellness 7
- Physical Education 7
- Semester 1 Electives (3)
- Semester 2 Electives (3)
Grade 8
- Language Arts 8
- Mthematics 8
- Science 8
- Social Studies 8
- Health and Wellness 8
- Physical Education 8
- Semester 1 Electives (3)
- Semester 2 Electives (3)
Grade 6 Core Course Descriptions
Course | Discription |
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LANGUAGE ARTS 6 |
Content: In Grade 6, students will read and write in a variety of texts, genres, and formats; conduct research; and strengthen discussion and oral presentation skills to explore a variety of themes. Students will deepen their understanding of texts by building vocabulary and by applying comprehension strategies and expanding their ability to use them independently at grade-level or beyond. Students will develop as writers by planning, drafting, revising, and editing with a focus on the integration of text-based evidence. Knowledge and command of grammar, language use, and punctuation will be developed and applied within the writing process. |
MATHEMATICS 6 |
Content: Students will engage with the mathematical practices in order to build conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, as well as apply math concepts to real-world problems. Grade level content includes topics in: Expression and equations, the Number System, Ratios and Proportional Relationships |
SCIENCE 6 |
Content: Students engage in science and engineering practices and use the cross cutting concepts in order to build, deepen, and apply content knowledge with grade-level topics in physical, life, and earth and space science, as well as engineering. Students will investigate the world around them in order to explain phenomena and use their scientific understanding to design solutions. |
SOCIAL STUDIES 6 |
Content: In Grade 6, students will demonstrate how contributions of ancient cultures impact societies. Students will apply reading strategies to demonstrate understanding of social studies concepts and use cause/effect and sequencing to compare and contrast social studies concepts. Students will also interpret charts, graphs, and maps, and explain the relationship between people and their environment. |
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION 6 |
Content: Physical Education is an important component of each student’s school experience. Physical wellness, cognitive, and psychomotor skills are developed through a variety of activities. It is important to acquire and refine skills that will enhance quality of life through physically active and healthy habits. Sixth grade will be a combination of lifetime fitness and sport activities, along with knowledge regarding development of a personal fitness program. |
EXPLORING ART |
Content: In sixth grade Art students explore a variety of media as they continue to build their skills in drawing, painting, graphics, and sculpture. Theory is introduced to further elaborate upon Art Elements and Principles. |
EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE |
Content: Throughout the class, students learn about programming for the physical world by blending hardware design and software development, allowing students to discover computer science concepts and skills by creating personally relevant, tangible, and shareable projects |
EXPLORING PATHWAYS |
Content: How many times have you heard, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” When you close your eyes and picture yourself in the future, what do you see? There are so many careers to choose from and it can be confusing knowing where to start your search. This class will give you the chance to explore careers in Ag, Business, Engineering and Technology, Computer Science, and the Family and Consumer Science pathways. Discover which careers you might enjoy the most and which ones you’ll want to take more courses in middle and high school. |
EXPLORING WORLD LANGUAGE & CULTURE |
Content: This course will provide students with a basic introduction to Chinese, French, and Spanish languages and cultures as well as the usefulness of proficiency in a world language in a variety of career pathways. Students will have the opportunity to experience learning each language to communicate basic greetings and expressions and will explore key products and practices of each culture. This course is designed to support students in making a more informed decision about future world language study. |
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BEGINNING BAND 6 |
Content: 6th grade band is a class for students who want to learn how to play a band instrument, which include woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Students will learn how to play an instrument and read music. Students will choose their instrument with the help of the middle school band teacher and elementary general music teacher during 5th grade music class. Instruments will then need to be rented or purchased from a music store. A limited number of school owned instruments may be available to rent in the case of financial need. Two or three evening concerts are a class requirement. Concert dates are announced at the beginning of the year. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. The band performs a wide variety of music, with emphasis placed on continued growth and development of playing skills, as well as ensemble performance skills and music reading. |
CHOIR 6 |
Content: Fundamentals of musicianship and singing skills are learned and implemented. Students will master unison singing and will be introduced to 2-part music. Students will sing in large and small groups, and will be exposed to sight reading, proper concert etiquette, concert critiquing, and will connect performance pieces to historical events and /or times. Attendance is required for all performances |
EXPLORING MUSIC 6 |
Content: Instrumental Music and Technology - Introduction to technology based music. Learn how to use music notation and looping software such as noteflight, garageband and more. Students will also learn basic music theory involving rhythm and melodic notation. |
BEGINNING ORCHESTRA 6 |
Content: This class is for 6th grade students who would like to learn how to play an orchestra instrument (violin, viola, cello, or string bass.) Students will choose their instrument with the help of the middle school orchestra teacher and elementary general music teacher during 5th grade music class. Students in this ensemble are involved in exploring new techniques to develop musicianship. The music performed by the orchestra is selected for expanding the scope of musical understanding and for improving the technical skills of the students enrolled. Music of many periods and styles are studied and opportunity is offered for chamber ensemble performance and or composing. Attendance is required at all performances. |
Grade 7
Core Course Descriptions
Course | Discription |
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LANGUAGE ARTS 7 |
Content: In Grade 7, students will read and write in a variety of texts, genres, and formats; conduct research; and strengthen discussion and oral presentation skills to explore a variety of themes. Students will deepen their understanding of texts by building their vocabulary and by applying comprehension strategies and expanding their ability to use them independently at grade-level or beyond. Students will develop their writing skills by planning, drafting, revising, and editing with a focus on the integration of text-based evidence and research. Knowledge and command of grammar, language use, and punctuation will continue to be developed and applied to meet the demands of academic writing. |
MATHEMATICS 7 |
Content: Students will engage with the mathematical practices in order to build conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, as well as apply math concepts to real-world problems. Grade level content includes topics in: Expression and equations, the Number System, Ratios and Proportional Relationships |
SCIENCE 7 |
Content: Students engage in science and engineering practices and use the cross cutting concepts in order to build, deepen, and apply content knowledge with grade-level topics in physical, life, and earth and space science, as well as engineering. Students will investigate the world around them in order to explain phenomena and use their scientific understanding to design solutions. |
SOCIAL STUDIES 7 |
Content: In Grade 7, students will examine the use of surroundings and standard of living while analyzing cultures around the world. Students will apply reading strategies to demonstrate understanding of social studies concepts, and use cause/effect and sequencing to compare and contrast social studies concepts. Students will also construct and interpret graphs, charts, media and maps. |
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION 7 |
Content: Physical Education is an important component of each student’s school experience. Physical wellness, cognitive, and psychomotor skills are developed through a variety of activities. It is important to acquire and refine skills that will enhance quality of life through physically active and healthy habits. Seventh grade will be a combination of lifetime fitness and sport activities, along with continued development of knowledge regarding development of a personal fitness program. |
HEALTH & WELLNESS 7 |
Content: Students will begin to demonstrate goal setting and decision making in self-management scenarios. Students will begin to apply strategies to access valid sources or information and analyze influences on health. Students will also begin to demonstrate healthful communication skills and learn how to become advocates for a healthy lifestyle. |
Course | Discription |
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2D ART 7 |
Content: In seventh grade art students focus on further developing art skills, vocabulary, creativity, and concepts of design. Two-dimensional lessons may include painting, drawing, printmaking and computer graphics. |
3D ART 7 |
Content: In seventh grade art students focus on further developing art skills, vocabulary, creativity, and concepts of design. Three-dimensional projects may include functional or sculptural ceramics and metals experiences. |
Course | Discription |
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CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY 7 |
Content: This course will introduce students to the fundamentals and principles of cooking, including trends in diet, food science and culinary careers. Explore what your food is made of, where it comes from and the science behind it. |
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BAND 7 |
Content: This class is for 7th grade students who want to play a band instrument, which includes woodwinds, brass and percussion. The band performs a wide variety of music, with emphasis placed on continued growth and development of playing skills, as well as ensemble performance skills and music reading. Two or three evening concerts are a class requirement. Concert dates are announced at the beginning of the year. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. |
CHOIR 7 |
Content: Fundamentals of musicianship and singing skills are learned and implemented. Students will master two-part singing and will be introduced to 3-part music. Students will sing in large and small groups, and will continue learning sight reading, proper concert etiquette, concert critiques and will connect performance pieces to historical events and /or times. Attendance is required for all performances. |
PIANO & UKULELE 7 |
Content: Students will learn how to read tablature and/or standard notation and chords and the basics of piano playing including proper hand position and reading treble and bass clef. Students will learn basic music theory involving rhythm, melody, melodic notation and harmony. |
ORCHESTRA 7 |
Content: This class is for 7th grade students who want to play an orchestra instrument, which include violin, viola, cello, and string bass . Students in this ensemble are involved in exploring new techniques to develop musicianship including advanced bow technique and vibrato. The music performed by the orchestra is selected for expanding the scope of musical understanding and for improving the technical skills of the students enrolled. Music of many periods and styles are studied and opportunity is offered for chamber ensemble performance and/or composing. Attendance is required at all performances. |
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ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY A 7 |
Content: Get ready for a hands-on adventure in STEM! Students can take both Course A & B, as there will be unique projects, offering a new experience in both semesters. In this seventh-grade course, you'll tackle cool projects focusing on design, teamwork, and solving problems creatively. Learn how to use computer modeling and 3D printing to bring your ideas to life. Safely explore woodshop tools for awesome woodworking projects. Dive into the basics of robotics, from programming to building your own robots. And don't forget coding – create computer applications to show off your creativity! In the "Solving Medical Mysteries" unit, find out how STEM helps solve health challenges through hands-on biomedical activities. Get set for an exciting journey into the world of STEM! |
ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY B 7 |
Content: Get ready for a hands-on adventure in STEM! Students can take both Course A & B, as there will be unique projects, offering a new experience in both semesters. In this seventh-grade course, you'll tackle cool projects focusing on design, teamwork, and solving problems creatively. Learn how to use computer modeling and 3D printing to bring your ideas to life. Safely explore woodshop tools for awesome woodworking projects. Dive into the basics of robotics, from programming to building your own robots. And don't forget coding – create computer applications to show off your creativity! In the "Solving Medical Mysteries" unit, find out how STEM helps solve health challenges through hands-on biomedical activities. Get set for an exciting journey into the world of STEM! |
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CHINESE 7 |
Content: Chinese 7 is the equivalent of the first semester of Chinese I at high school. Students completing Chinese 7 and 8 in middle school may move into Chinese II in 9th grade. Students will explore and begin to develop an understanding of Chinese culture past and present. Students will begin learning formation and recognition of Chinese characters and be supported through the use of pinyin (Chinese words written with the English alphabet). Students will learn Chinese tones and basic vocabulary, and conversational skills will be developed through the use of interaction and technology. |
FRENCH 7 |
Content: French 7 is the equivalent of the first semester of French I at high school. Students completing French 7 and 8 in middle school may move into French II in 9th grade. Students will explore and begin to develop an understanding of French-speaking cultures around the world. Students will learn French vocabulary and expressions related to their own lives and conversational skills will be developed through the use of interaction and technology. |
SPANISH 7 |
Content: Spanish 7 is the equivalent of the first semester of Spanish I at high school. Students completing Spanish 7 and 8 in middle school may move into Spanish II in 9th grade. Students will explore and begin to develop an understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures around the world. Students will learn Spanish vocabulary and expressions related to their own lives and conversational skills will be developed through the use of interaction and technology. |
Grade 8
Course | Discription |
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LANGUAGE ARTS 8 |
Content: In Grade 8, students will read and write in a variety of texts, genres, and formats; conduct research; and strengthen discussion and oral presentation skills to explore a variety of themes. Author’s craft, including language usage for effect and higher level control of the conventions of academic language will be emphasized. Through specific strategy instruction and a variety of activities including collaborative discussions, presentations, performances, peer debates, on-demand and process writing, students will deepen their understanding of the texts read, develop as writers with a focus on the integration of text-based evidence, and further their ability to apply literacy skills independently at grade level or beyond. |
MATHEMATICS 8 |
Content: Students will engage with the mathematical practices in order to build conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, as well as apply math concepts to real-world problems. Grade level content includes topics in: Statistics and Probability, Geometry, Functions, and Mathematical Modeling. |
SCIENCE 8 |
Content: Students engage in science and engineering practices and use the cross cutting concepts in order to build, deepen, and apply content knowledge with grade-level topics in physical, life, and earth and space science, as well as engineering. Students will investigate the world around them in order to explain phenomena and use their scientific understanding to design solutions. |
SOCIAL STUDIES 8 |
Content: In Grade 8, students will interpret the significance of key historical figures, groups, and symbols in American History. Students will analyze information from a variety of sources and arrange events in chronological order, as well as explain the significance of the events. Students will also demonstrate an understanding of American History through writing. |
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HEALTH & WELLNESS 8 |
Content: Students will continue to demonstrate goal setting and decision making in self-management scenarios. Students will continue to apply strategies to access valid sources or information and analyze influences on health. Students will also continue to demonstrate healthful communication skills and learn how to become advocates for a healthy lifestyle. |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 8 |
Content: Physical Education is an important component of each student’s school experience. Physical wellness, cognitive, and psychomotor skills are developed through a variety of activities. It is important to acquire and refine skills that will enhance quality of life through physically active and healthy habits. Eighth graders will have a combination of sport and fitness activities. They will learn how to implement and develop their own personal fitness program. |
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2D ART |
Content: In 2D eighth grade art, students express themselves creatively through drawing, graphics, painting and printmaking to further develop art skills and concepts. Composition,technique, the elements and principles of design, and attention-to-detail are explored. |
3D ART |
Content: In 3D eighth grade art students express themselves creatively through a variety of materials to further develop art skills and concepts. Projects may include metalwork and jewelry, ceramic sculpture, plaster, papier mache, etc.... Composition, technique, the elements and principles of design, and attention-to-detail are explored. |
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APP CREATORS |
Content: In this computer science course, you’ll get to express your thoughts and opinions while collaborating with your peers to build projects. Activities you’ll do in this class are designed to build on what you’re interested in and give you the freedom to share your passions and creativity. Learn how to make your own website, design an app, program a game, and even create physical devices that interact with the outside world. You’ll learn the computer science underlying the technology you use everyday and then get the skills to bring your own vision to life. |
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CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY |
Content: This course will continue to build on the fundamentals and principles of cooking, including trends in diet, food science and culinary careers. Explore what your food is made of, where it comes from and the science behind it. |
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MEDICAL DETECTIVES |
Content: Students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they analyze genetic testing results to diagnose disease and study DNA evidence found at a “crime scene.” They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, investigate how to measure and interpret vital signs, and learn how the systems of the human body work together to maintain health. |
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BAND 8 |
Content: This class is for 8th grade students who successfully completed at least one year of band. The band performs a wide variety of music, with emphasis placed on continued growth and development of playing skills, as well as ensemble performance skills and music reading. Three or four evening concerts are a class requirement. Concert dates are announced at the beginning of the year. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. |
CHOIR 8 |
Content: Fundamentals of musicianship and singing skills are learned and implemented. Students will master three-part singing and will be introduced to 4-part music. Students will sing in large and small groups, and will continue learning sight reading, proper concert etiquette, concert critiques and will connect performance pieces to historical events and /or times. Attendance is required for all performances. |
GUITAR 8 |
Content: Students will learn how to read tablature and/or standard notation and chords. Students will learn basic music theory involving rhythm, melody, and harmony. |
ORCHESTRA 8 |
Content: This class is for 8th grade students who successfully completed at least one year of orchestra. Students in this ensemble are involved in exploring new techniques to develop musicianship including advanced bow technique, shifting and vibrato. The music performed by the orchestra is selected for expanding the scope of musical understanding and for improving the technical skills of the students enrolled. Music of many periods and styles are studied and opportunity is offered for chamber ensemble performance and/or composing. Attendance is required at all performances. |
PIANO 8 |
Content: Students will expand on the basics of piano playing learned in Piano 7, proper hand position and reading treble and bass clef. Students will learn basic music theory involving rhythm, melody and harmony. Students will also learn basic music theory involving rhythm and melodic notation. |
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FITNESS FOR LIFE |
Content: Do you want to get fit and healthy? This class will help you. You will develop a personalized fitness plan in a non-team sport environment. You will experience personal fitness activities in more depth than your regular P.E. class. |
STRENGTH, SPORTS, & FITNESS |
Content: This is a class for those of you who want to compete in sports. You will have the opportunity to gain the strength and endurance that will make you more successful in the sports world. You will work on skills that translate to just about any sport. |
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DESIGN & MODELING |
Content: Students apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives. Using design software, students create a virtual image of their designs and produce a portfolio to showcase their innovative solutions. |
AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS |
Content: Students trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics as they learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics® platform to design, build, and program real-world objects such as traffic lights, toll booths, and robotic arms. |
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CHINESE 8 |
Content: Chinese 8 is the equivalent of the second semester of Chinese I at high school. Students completing Chinese 7 and 8 in middle school may move into Chinese II in 9th grade. Students will continue to explore and develop understanding of Chinese culture past and present. Students will continue learning formation and recognition of Chinese characters and be supported through the use of pinyin (Chinese words written with the English alphabet). Students will practice Chinese tones and expand their vocabularies, and conversational skills will be developed through the use of interaction and technology. |
FRENCH 8 |
Content: French 8 is the equivalent of the second semester of French I at high school. Students completing French 7 and 8 in middle school may move into French II in 9th grade. In French 8, students learn how to describe themselves, their friends and families, and their surroundings. They use beginning grammar and vocabulary to speak in detail about their likes and dislikes, pastimes, and school day. They study the French calendar and important contributions the French have made to our lives. |
SPANISH 8 |
Content: Spanish 8 is the equivalent of the second semester of Spanish I at high school. Students completing Spanish 7 and 8 in middle school may move into Spanish II in 9th grade. Students will continue to develop their understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Spanish as well as continue exploring Spanish-speaking countries including their people, cultures, and influences in the U.S. and on each other. |
High School Course Catalog - Academic & Career Planning Guide
- INTRODUCTION
- ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING: AN OVERVIEW
- CAREER PATHWAYS
- AGRICULTURE SCIENCES
- ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
- ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS
- BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION
- HEALTH SCIENCE
- HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
- HUMAN SERVICES
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
- LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY
- MANUFACTURING
- MARKETING
- S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH)
- HEALTH COURSES
- TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS
- FOUR-YEAR PLANNING WORKSHEET
- INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
- AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES SEQUENCES
- ART SEQUENCES
- BUSINESS & MARKETING SEQUENCES
- COMPUTER SCIENCE SEQUENCES
- ENGLISH SEQUENCES
- FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES SEQUENCES
- MATHEMATICS SEQUENCES
- MUSIC
- PHYSICAL EDUCATION
- SCIENCE
- SOCIAL STUDIES
- TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING SEQUENCES
- WORLD LANGUAGE
INTRODUCTION
High School course catalog - Academic & Career Planning Guide 2024-2025
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF JANESVILLE
Educational Services Center 527 S. Franklin Street, Janesville, WI 53548 Phone:(608) 743‐5000 Fax:(608) 743‐7491
Craig High School
401 S. Randall Avenue - Janesville, WI 53545
Phone: (608) 743‐5200 ~ Attendance: (608) 743‐5230 ~ Fax: (608) 743‐5150
ADMINISTRATION
Principal | Dr. Alison Bjoin | (608) 743‐5205 |
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Principal’s Secretary | Tricia Jones | (608) 743‐5210 |
Assistant Principal | Shawn Kane | (608) 743‐5260 |
Assistant Principal | Zack Gavin | (608) 743‐5270 |
Dean of Students | Barry Holloway | (608) 743-5213 |
Asst Principal Secretary | Judy Crook | (608) 743-5262 |
Athletic Director | Ben McCormick | (608) 743-5245 |
Asst Principal/Athletics Secretary | Jolene Hess | (608) 743-5266 |
Registrar | Mary Severin | (608) 743-5252 |
STUDENT SERVICES
A–C Counselor | Shelly Osmond | (608) 743-5253 |
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D-H Counselor | Sara Lehman | (608) 743-5257 |
I-M Counselor | Jon Watson | (608) 743-5222 |
N-Se Counselor | Emily Serverson | (608) 743-5255 |
Sh-Z Counselor | Lucas Hanewall | (608) 743-5267 |
Student Services Secretary | Heather Last | (608) 743-5251 |
School Psychologist | Michelle Costello | (608) 743-5323 |
School Social Worker | Rebecca Boylan | (608) 743-5261 |
Parker High School
3125 Mineral Point Avenue - Janesville, WI 53548
Phone: (608) 743-5600 Attendance: (608) 743-5630 Fax: (608) 743-5550
ADMINISTRATION
Principal | Christopher Laue | (608) 743‐5605 |
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Principal’s Secretary | Rita Kettleson | (608) 743-5610 |
Assistant Principal | Jolene Terrones | (608) 743-5680 |
Assistant Principal | Brian Martin | (608) 743-5502 |
Dean of Students | Jill Reifsnider | (608) 743-5660 |
Asst Principal Secretary | Connie Stratton | (608) 743-5665 |
Athletic Director | Clayton Kreger | (608) 743-5645 |
Asst Principal/Athletics Secretary | Tonya Lou | (608) 743-5641 |
STUDENT SERVICES
A–F Student Services Specialist | Sara Ofner | (608) 743-5722 |
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G-K Counselor | Samantha Corrigan | (608) 743-5656 |
L-R Counselor | Denise Kruser | (608) 743-5657 |
S–Z Student Services Specialist | Mark Roth | (608) 743-5655 |
Registrar | Melissa Phelps | (608) 743-5651 |
School Psychologist | Gina Deutscher | (608) 743-5659 |
School Social Worker | Ebony Dunkin | (608) 743-5668 |
CHARTER SCHOOLS
In addition to the two comprehensive high schools, there are three charter school offerings in the School District of Janesville
ARISE Virtual Academy
Principal Dr. Patricia HernandezPhone: (608) 743-6129
Fax: (608) 741-7307 https://www.ariseva.com
ARISE Virtual Academy is a full-time, online public school that allows students the flexibility to complete their education through a computer-based platform. Courses are taught by certified teachers using a curriculum that meets the Wisconsin state standards. The online classes provide real-life applications and activities, and include honors and Advanced Placement options for high school students.
ROCK RIVER CHARTER SCHOOL
Principal: Dr. Lisa Peterson
Phone: (608) 752-8273
Fax: (608) 741-7308
https://rockriver.janesville.k12.wi.us
Rock River Charter School assists students academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, supportive learning environment while guiding them on their journey to becoming successful adults of good character. A variety of programming options are available to meet individual student needs.
ROCK UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL
Principal: Dr. Kolleen Onsrud
Dean of Students: Angela Kerr
Phone: (608) 743-7426
https://rockuniversity.janesville.k12.wi.us/
The mission of Rock University High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their full potential `by providing them a college preparatory learning experience. Rock University High School is a middle college in partnership with Blackhawk Technical College. Middle college is an innovative, contemporary high school model on a college campus which provides the opportunity for students to earn a high school diploma while starting college early and gaining credits toward a certificate or degree. RUHS students will begin college courses early and gradually increase the number of credits throughout the course of four years to graduate with a high school diploma and an associate’s degree* from Blackhawk Technical College.
*NOTE: Program changes and pathway selections may impact a student’s ability to complete a full associate’s degree.
Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of the School District of Janesville that no person be denied admission to any public school in the District or be denied participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against in any curricular, extracurricular, pupil service, recreational or other program or activity because of the person’s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap as required by state and federal laws.
Children of homeless individuals and unaccompanied homeless youth (youth not in the physical custody of a parent/guardian) residing in the District shall have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including comparable services, as provided to other children and youth who reside in the District. Homeless children and youth shall not be required to attend a separate school or program for homeless children and shall not be stigmatized by school personnel.
The District shall provide appropriate educational services or programs for students who have been identified as having a disability, regardless of the nature or severity of the disability. The District shall also provide for the reasonable accommodation of a student’s sincerely held religious beliefs with regard to examinations and other academic requirements. Requests for religious accommodations shall be made in writing and approved by the building principal.
The District encourages informal resolution of complaints under this policy. A formal complaint resolution procedure is available, however, to address allegations of violations of the District’s nondiscrimination policy.
Any complaint by a student or his/her parent or guardian regarding the interpretation or application of the provisions of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or the district’s non-discrimination policy shall be processed in accordance with the procedures set forth in Board Policy 5020 and Administrative Regulations 5020.1.
For further information, contact:
Sonja Robinson, Coordinator of Student Services School District of Janesville 527 S. Franklin St.Janesville, WI 53548 As you develop your long-range plan and select courses for the coming year, there are several important pieces of information that may impact your decisions. Please read the following pages carefully and consider the implications as you choose courses. If you have questions, please contact your Student Services office.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
A student must earn a total of 26.5 credits to receive a diploma from the School District of Janesville. A course that meets five days per week for one semester earns 0.5 credit. Credits must be earned in the following required subject areas:
Curricular Area | Credits Required Class of 2022 and beyond |
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English | 4.0 |
Mathematics | 3.0 |
Social Studies | 3.0 |
Science | 3.0 |
Physical Education | 1.5 |
Health Applications | 0.5 |
Personal Finance | 0.5 |
Freshmen Seminar | 0.5 |
Elective Credits | 10.5 |
Total Credits Required for Graduation | 26.5 |
1.0 credit must be US History or AP American History
Must include 1.0 credit each of life science & physical science
Students must also meet Civics Test requirements
*LIFE SCIENCES include:
Biology, Biology Honors, AP Biology, Principles of Biomedical Science, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Microbiology, Applied Microbiology, Genetics I, Genetics II, Forensic Science, AP Environmental Science, Animal Science, Plant Science, Intro to Veterinary Science
*PHYSICAL SCIENCES include:
Physical Science, Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, Physics, AP Chemistry, AP Physics I, AP Physics II, Principles of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
STUDY HALLS:
All students must be in study hall when not scheduled into a regular class. Students may schedule a maximum of one study hall each semester. No credit is earned for study hall. Students who serve as a runner or teacher’s aide during their study hall will also not receive credit.
EARLY GRADUATION:
Students wishing to graduate early must complete all required courses and enough electives to equal or surpass the minimum number of credits required for a diploma by the anticipated date of early graduation. Students must also have written approval of their parent or guardian and have completed a minimum of six semesters of high school work. Students must apply at least one semester before the planned date for early graduation. They must consult with their counselor and principal prior to submitting an application. (Board Policy 6310.2)
ADDITIONAL CREDITS:
- Students may recover credits or earn credit through summer school. Contact your counselor for more information.
- If a student would like to take an off-campus, correspondence, or study/travel program course, all credits must be pre-approved with a maximum allowance of 3.0 credits. More than 3.0 credits may be pre-approved as part of the Early College Credit Program or Start College Now, which allow high school students to take college/technical school courses for credit. See your counselor for further information about these programs.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES
WHAT IS ADVANCED PLACEMENT?
Advanced Placement (AP) is a program created by The College Board that allows students to enroll in college-level courses while in high school and gives them the opportunity to show mastery by taking an AP exam. Most colleges and universities grant placement and course credit to students who obtain qualifying scores on the examinations.
AP EXAM
AP exams are given globally during the first two weeks of May. Every student takes the same exam at the same time. Each exam consists of two sections. The first section is made up of multiple-choice questions. The other section consists of free-response questions in various formats: essays, digitally recorded responses, analysis of historical documents, extended problem solving, etc.
AP SCORES
AP tests are scored using a 1 to 5 scale:
- 5 Extremely well qualified
- 4 Well qualified
- 3 Qualified
- 2 Possibly qualified
- 1 No recommendation
Students receive their score report in July. Most technical colleges, colleges, and universities accept AP scores of 3 or above.
BENEFITS OF AP
Students may receive credit, advanced placement or both at most colleges and universities. The amount of credit received varies based on the college, AP score, and subject. Some colleges grant up to six college credits for a score of 5. Students are also able to move into a higher-level class as a college freshman. This not only saves the student time, but also offers a financial savings for each credit earned while in high school. It is possible for a student to take enough AP exams to enter college with a sophomore standing.
COST OF AP EXAMS
Students do have to pay for each exam taken. The cost is approximately $98 per exam. Students who are eligible to participate in the Federal Free or Reduced-Price Lunch Program will receive a waiver for the exam fee.
Advanced Placement Courses
- AP 2-D Design Portfolio
- AP Computer Science Principles
- AP Drawing
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP English Literature and Composition
- AP Environmental Science
- AP European History
- AP French Language and Culture
- AP Human Geography
- AP Music Theory
- AP Physics I
- AP Physics II
- AP Precalculus
- AP Psychology
- AP Spanish Language and Culture
- AP Statistics
- AP United States History
- AP US Government Politics
- AP World History: Modern
- AP 2-D Design Portfolio
- AP Biology
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Chemistry
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- AP Computer Science A – JAVA
START COLLEGE NOW
The Wisconsin Start College Now Program, formerly Youth Options, allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at Blackhawk Technical College. Approved courses count toward high school graduation and college credit.
To be eligible, a student must:
- Be enrolled at a public high school and have completed 10th grade.
- Not have a history of disciplinary problems and/or credit deficiency
- Have the written approval of a parent or guardian.
Applications are due to the district on October 1st for the spring semester and March 1st for the fall semester.
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
The Wisconsin Early College Credit Program, formerly Course Options, allows Wisconsin high school students to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin public college or a Wisconsin private college if their high school does not offer a comparable course. Approved courses count toward high school graduation and/or college credit. Applications are due on October 1st for the spring semester, February 1st for summer courses and March 1st for the fall semester.
HONORS COURSES
The School District of Janesville offers honors level courses for students who want to be academically challenged. Advantages of enrollment in honors courses include:
- Provides rigorous academic experience
- Better prepares students for post-secondary course work
- Increases competitive edge in gaining entrance into selective colleges
- Potential to earn exemption from entry-level college courses
- Enhances academic preparation for college entrance exams (ACT/SAT)
- Allows students to pursue academic/career interests in more depth
HONORS COURSE OFFERINGS:
- Accelerated Cantorum Choir - Honors
- Accelerated Orchestra - Honors
- Accelerated Wind Ensemble - Honors
- Biology - Honors
- Chemistry - Honors
- Chinese Lang & Culture IV - Honors
- Chinese Lang & Culture V - Honors
- Accelerated English 9-10 - Honors
- English 9 – Honors
- English 10 – Honors
- English 11 – Honors
- French Lang & Culture IV - Honors
- French Lang & Culture V - Honors
- Algebra I - Honors
- Geometry - Honors
- Algebra II - Honors
- Spanish for Heritage Spkrs I - Honors
- Spanish for Heritage Spkrs II - Honors
- Spanish Lang & Culture IV – Honors
- Spanish Lang & Culture V - Honors
WISCONSIN ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP TIE-BREAKER PROTOCOL
The State of Wisconsin awards an Academic Excellence Scholarship to each high school’s top students who attend a Wisconsin public, private, or technical college. Craig and Parker High Schools determine the recipients of these scholarships based on cumulative GPA earned through the first semester of the senior year to comply with state statutes.
In the event of a GPA tie the following criteria will be used:
- 1. Total number of AP courses
- 2. Total number of honors courses
- 3. Composite ACT score
- 4. If a fourth tie-breaker is needed, a district designee will establish a random selection process.
WISCONSIN TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Technical Excellence Scholarships (TES) are awarded by the State to Wisconsin high school seniors who have the highest demonstrated level of proficiency in technical education subjects. The scholarships are only for use at a school within the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) located within the state. The value of the scholarship is up to $2,250 per year, to be applied towards tuition. Students wishing to be considered for the TES need to meet eligibility criteria set by the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) and will need to be nominated by their school. More information can be found on HEAB’s website at https://heab.state.wi.us.
SITE SPECIFIED OR DISTANCE LEARNING CLASSES
The School District of Janesville sometimes offers a course as a site specific course or via Telepresence technology. When enrollment does not reach the minimum Board of Education requirement to offer a class at each high school, consideration is given to offer the course at Craig or at Parker only, or via Telepresence technology. A Telepresence classroom uses technology to link to multiple sites and allows one teacher to conduct a class in multiple buildings simultaneously and minimizes student travel.
If a course is only offered as a site specific course, they will be scheduled to allow students time to travel. Start times may be changed to accommodate transportation needs or special circumstances. Parents are responsible for providing transportation if a course is site specific. Counselors/Student Services Specialists will notify parents and students who are affected by the site specific option after the Board of Education approves staffing. If the enrollment drops below Board of Education requirements after students and parents have been notified of the site specific status, the course may be dropped.
The District CANNOT guarantee the availability of courses that are at the end of a sequence. Enrollment in end of sequence courses must meet district guidelines.
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM and START COLLEGE NOW
The Wisconsin Start College Now Program, formerly Youth Options, allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post secondary courses at Blackhawk Technical College. Approved courses count toward high school graduation and college credit. Applications are due on October 1st for the spring semester and March 1st for the fall semester.
The Wisconsin Early College Credit Program, formerly Course Options, allows public high school students who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin public college or a Wisconsin private college. Approved courses count toward high school graduation and college credit. Applications are due on October 1st for the spring semester and March 1st for the fall semester.
WORK-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCES
YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP
The Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship (YA) program is a state-wide initiative for high school juniors and seniors that integrate school-based and work-based learning to instruct students in employability and occupational skills. In this program, students are enrolled in academic classes to fulfill high school graduation requirements in addition to 2-4 semesters of technical courses, which can be offered at the local high school, work site, or Blackhawk Technical College. The last component of the YA program is a paid, work experience in the student’s chosen industry under the guidance of a skilled mentor. Students will earn 1.5 credits per semester for the work experience.
A Certificate of Proficiency in the specific program area will be earned if the identified business/industry competencies’ are completed to the proficiency level identified by the Governor’s Work-based Learning Board (GWBLB). Youth Apprenticeship programs available in Janesville are:
- Agriculture Food and Natural Resources
- Architectural Drafting and Design
- Arts, A/V Technology and Communication
- Health Science
- Hospitality, Lodging and Tourism
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Information Technology
- Marketing
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
- Education
- Business Administration
CO-OP
Co-Op is a skill certificate program for juniors and seniors to help them make the connections between school and the world of work. Students participating in Co-Op may choose to do a one or two-year program that combines academic and technical classroom instruction with paid work experience. The Co-Op Program is a joint program between local business and industry company representatives and the School District of Janesville. Upon completion of the Co-Op course, each student will earn a State of Wisconsin certificate. Co-Op programs are available for students in the following areas:
- Agriculture Cooperative Education (A.C.E.)
- Business COOP
- Marketing Education COOP
- amily and Consumer Science FACS COOP
- Industrial COOP Education (I.C.E.)
JUNIOR/SENIOR INTERNSHIP
The Junior/Senior Internship is designed to provide a challenging opportunity for motivated, responsible students who are ready to direct their own learning. After an initial period of classroom instruction dealing with leadership, ethics, critical and creative thinking, students will gain experience through career exploration in a business, non-profit, government or academic setting. Students will be released during the class period as part of the 50-hour field experience with their professional mentor. Additional contact hours can be arranged as agreed upon by student, teacher and mentor. A detailed log, portfolio and final project are presented at the completion of the course. Prospective students must fill out a statement of interest and obtain teacher recommendations. See instructor for forms.
CRAFTSMAN WITH CHARACTER
The Craftsman with Character course is designed to run each weekday for two class periods. Four of these days are spent job shadowing, allowing students to be immersed in a culture while gaining knowledge about a trade. The remaining day offers classroom instruction, where students explore their life goals and are encouraged to recognize their unique gifts and talents. Special emphasis is given to helping them recognize their self-worth.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
The School District of Janesville has a variety of experiential learning opportunities for students in grades 11 and 12. Students in these academy models fast forward into their future and are fully immersed in a professional culture, solving real world problems, using industry standard tools and are mentored by actual employers, all while receiving high school and at times college credit. The School District of Janesville’s experiential learning model is an example of how business, community and public education can partner to produce personalized learning experiences that educate the workforce of tomorrow, especially in high skill, high demand jobs.
Global Business Academy
Global Business Academy is an innovative education capstone designed to give students hands-on, real-world experiences immersed in a professional setting. Students engage in a rigorous curriculum while also learning valuable skills for high-demand careers. Industry partners provide real project work and opportunities for students to build portfolios and resumes. Students are mentored by professionals with each course integrating guest instructors who discuss course-related content. Students enter the Academy with a strong academic background and leave with skills and experience to lead the next generation workforce. The Global Business Academy will be comprised of the following classes:
- Elevate Global Business
- Elevate Business Communication
- Elevate Business Finance and Processes
Successful completion of the program will earn students credits in the following departments: 1.0 English credit, 1.0 Social Studies or core requirement, 1.0 Elective credits. Juniors who participate in the program will also have their Personal Finance graduation requirement.
Performing Arts Academy
This pathway provides students interested in the performing arts the opportunity to train with professional staff, to utilize individual creativity, and to prepare for college and career. Students will work both independently and collaboratively while developing a sense of community. Plays and musical theatre productions will serve as opportunities for students to perform and practice technical theatre skills.
- Four periods of the day will be spent in core courses. The remainder of the day will be spent in Performing Arts Academy courses and study.
- All Performing Arts Academy courses take place at Parker High School.
- Students enrolled in Performing Arts Academy take one elective course within the PAC or other elective area of their choice (visual art, foreign language, instrumental music, etc.)
- Students will participate in theatre and musical theatre productions.
ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION STUDENT HOUSE BUILD ACADEMY
This course combines classroom instruction with practical application in a residential home construction project. Students will be “on-site” completing the construction of a home through a partnership with the South-Central Wisconsin Builders Association and the School District of Janesville. Students will learn concrete, framing, insulation techniques, energy saving procedures, green building techniques, electrical, interior and exterior finishes and will be involved with every aspect of a home construction project. Students will have opportunities to work side by side with professionals in the building trades in a “hands on” setting. Students will be required to transport themselves to and from the jobsite daily. Students will be allowed to repeat this previously taken higher level course. The student will work on advanced Tech. Ed. projects within the chosen medium area. A special course of study will be developed by the instructor to meet the student’s needs in the development of the Tech. Ed. area s/he has chosen.
Aspiring Educators Academy
The Aspiring Educators Academy is designed to give students who are interested in working with young children a head start toward a career in early childhood education. Students engage in classroom curriculum while also learning valuable skills for high-demand careers. In addition to earning high school credit, the courses included in this academy will earn 18 transcripted credits through Blackhawk Technical College, and could be transferred to another post-secondary school.
- TC Infant & Toddler Development – 1 semester
- TC Child Development – 1 semester
- TC Health, Safety, & Nutrition – 1 semester
- ACCT Assistant Child Care Teacher – 1 semester
- TC Introduction to Psychology – 1 semester
- TC Introduction to Sociology – 1 semester
Business Innovations Academy
Business Innovation is an opportunity to become academically prepared for college and career in marketing finance, hospitality or management by following a business pursuit from imagination to innovation. They will live and learn states of ideation, business development, perfected pitch proposals and business implementation. Either individually or as part of a team they will provide effective leadership through goal setting, consensus building and project implementation. Each student is partnered with a professional mentor.
Business Innovations courses include:
- Business Innovation Marketing (1 year)
- English (cannot take in place of English 11) (1 year)
- Mentorship (1 year)
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TRAINING ACADEMY
HCST is a program that helps to fulfill entry-level laborer positions for construction contractors. This public-private model for collaboration successfully prepares Wisconsin students with the skills needed to contribute to the transportation construction industry as laborers and apprentices. The School District of Janesville has partnered with the State of Wisconsin and the transportation industry to offer the HCST program to high school students. Students who complete the program requirements and meet the age requirement of 18 years old, and have a high school diploma, become eligible for subsidies and other support
from the Department of Transportation, including a letter of eligibility for the Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Program.
The core courses included in this virtual academy are part of the Operating Engineers Pre-Apprenticeship program through Destination Career Academy. These courses count towards some requirements students must take after high school to become an Operating Engineer apprentice.
- Operator Engineer Core Courses (Equipment, Grade Math, CDL Prep, etc.)
- OSHA 10 CPR Certification
- Highway Construction On-Site Training Courses
REGISTERING FOR AN EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACADEMY
Students who wish to participate in an experiential learning academy should register using the following course codes.
- Global Business Academy: 505631, 505632, 664141, 664142, 660431, 660432 (3 Hours per Semester)
- Performing Arts Academy: Year 1 – 506071, 506072, 506151, 506152, + Choir, Year 2 – 506031, 506032, 506051, 506052, + Choir, Year 3 – 506041, 506042, 506061, 506062, + Choir, Year 4 – 507031, 507032, 506081, 506082, + Choir (3 Hours per Semester; students may register for choir at Parker or at home school if a Craig student)
- Advanced Construction Student House Build Academy: 783321, 783322 (4 Hours per Semester)
- Aspiring Educators – Early Childhood: 722231, 723111, 604321, 723422, 723412, 604522 (3 Hours per Semester)
- Business Innovations Academy: 501431, 501432, 505121, 505622 (2 Hours per Semester)
- Highway Construction Skills Training Academy: 506200 (1 Hours per Semester)
JANESVILL GLOBAL EDUCATION ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE
Program Requirements:
The Global Scholar Certificate is a distinction School District of Janesville students have the opportunity to earn through coursework, experiences and reflections to develop cultural literacy, participation in global activities, and contributions through global service projects. To be considered, students must document those activities and reflections as evidence of meeting the Global Scholar criteria for review by the Global Scholar committee. Names of students whom the committee verifies to have successfully met the Global Scholar criteria will be submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) for award. Students will receive a Global Scholar Certificate from DPI, will have the Global Scholar designation recorded on their transcripts at the time of graduation, and will receive a Global Scholar pin and cord to wear with their cap and gown.
REQUIREMENTS
- 1. Coursework
- Four credits in one world language or evidence of language proficiency at or above Intermediate High on the ACTFL scale.
- Four credits in courses with global content. One credit may be one year of a second world language.
- 2. Eight Reflections demonstrating cultural literacy
- Minimum of four reflections on books
- Minimum of one reflection on film
- 3.Verification of active participation/leadership in four, or more school-based extracurricular and special events with a global focus
- 4. A minimum of twenty hours work on a service learning project related to a global issue.
ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION
Our schools have many students who possess a desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard, but may not know what it truly means to be ‘college ready’. These are often students who will be the first in their families to attend college and may be from groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education. In the AVID Elective course, students receive the additional academic, social, and emotional support that will help them succeed in rigorous courses. As AVID schools, teachers across the building incorporate activities and practices to better prepare all students for college success.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Students choosing to work towards the Global Scholars Certificate are responsible for all activities and documentation. Students should contact Social Studies and World Language Teachers or Guidance Counselors with questions or concerns. Qualifying seniors must submit documentation of all requirements including the attached documentation “trackers” and eight reflections via Google folder.
- Google Folders must be named with the student’s first and last name, the label ‘GS Application’, and graduation year.
- Each document within the folder must also be identified with the student’s first and last name.
- The folder and documents must be shared with full editing rights so that they can be shared digitally with members of the review committee.
- Folders should be shared with globalscholars@janesville.k12.wi.us
- Complete folders must be shared by the last day of 3rd quarter prior to graduation.
For forms and details, interested students should contact the Global Scholar Coordinator at their school, or their school counselor. The application and tracking form are also available in the Appendix at the back of this guide.
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED)
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING (POE)
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (DE)
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING (ASE)
Take to the skies in Aerospace Engineering while learning about flight, space, navigation, unmanned aerial vehicles and aeronautics. Students will explore the world of aerospace engineering through activity-based, project-based and problem-based learning. Students should expect to learn about aviation with hands-on simulators, and will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of real-world aerospace problems.
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE (CEA)
COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING (CIM)
ENGINEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT (EDD)
PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS (HBS)
MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS (MI)
BIOMEDICAL INNOVATIONS (BI)
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
All Universities of Wisconsin institutions require a minimum of 17.0 high school credits. Required credits are distributed as follows:
- CORE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CREDITS: 13.0 Credits *Some Universities of Wisconsin Schools recommend exceeding the minimum core college preparatory courses for admission
- English 4.0 Credits
- Mathematics 3.0 Credits
- Social Studies 3.0 Credits
- Science 3.0 Credits
- ELECTIVE CREDITS: 4.0 Credits
- Elective credits may be chosen from the above core college preparatory areas, world language, fine arts, computer science, and other academic areas. Some UW System institutions may also accept vocational courses for some of these 4.0 elective credits.
- Although it is not required, Universities of Wisconsin institutions strongly recommend students take world language courses.
- Each institution may specify additional credit requirements for the remaining 4.0 credits, and may specify required content for all 17.0 credits. Please work with your school counselor to learn more about specific requirements, or consult the college’s website.
UNIVERSITIES OF WISCONSIN DIRECT ADMISSIONS:
Beginning in July of 2024 (for the class of 2025), Wisconsin high school students who meet certain academic criteria will receive direct admission to one or more UW System schools for which they qualify without the need to complete an application. Ten UW schools will participate in this new program; UW-Madison, UW-LaCrosse, and UW-EauClaire have opted out and will not offer direct admission. For more information, consult your school counselor.
WISCONSIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Technical college preparation should include a comprehensive high school curriculum to ensure success. The following are recommended high school courses/credits for adequate preparation for a technical college program:
- English 4.0 Credits
- Math 3.0 to 4.0 Credits
- Science 3.0 to 4.0 Credits
- Social Studies 3.0 to 4.0 Credits
- Technical Courses 3.0 to 4.0 Credits
For information specific to your planned course of study, see your counselor.
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF JANESVILLE COURSE RELATED POLICIES GRADING SCALE:
Janesville high schools will use the following scale when grading students:
GRADE | PERCENTAGE | RANK POINTS / CREDIT |
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A | 92 - 100 | 4.00 |
A- | 90-91 | 3.67 |
B+ | 88-89 | 3.33 |
B | 82-87 | 3.00 |
B- | 80-81 | 2.67 |
C+ | 78-79 | 2.33 |
C | 72-77 | 2.00 |
C- | 70-71 | 1.67 |
D+ | 68-69 | 1.33 |
D | 62-67 | 1.00 |
D- | 60-61 | 0.67 |
F | 0-59 | 0.00 |
Please note that students who are enrolled in a Transcripted Credit course may receive a different grade on the Blackhawk Technical College transcript than what appears on the high school transcript. The articulation agreement between the School District of Janesville and Blackhawk requires that the BTC grading scale be used to issue the grade for the BTC record. Students will receive a copy of the Blackhawk grading scale on their course syllabus at the beginning of each transcripted course.
LAUDE SYSTEM:
Janesville’s Board of Education approved a laude system to recognize student achievement at graduation. The recognition is based on attainment of a predetermined GPA which is calculated at the end of the 7th semester:
- *** Cumulative GPA 4.00 – 3.75 Summa Cum Laude (With High Honor)
- ** Cumulative GPA 3.74 – 3.50 Magna Cum Laude (With Great Honor)
- * Cumulative GPA 3.49 – 3.25 Cum Laude (With Honor)
The School District of Janesville does not calculate or recognize class rank.
SCHEDULE CHANGES:
Students and their parents are asked to carefully and thoughtfully plan the student’s schedule each year. If students realistically consider their abilities, interests, and goals in choosing their courses, it should not be necessary to make schedule changes. Careful planning and good decision making will keep schedule changes to a minimum.
- Schedule changes will not be made because of job or athletics during either first or second semester.
- All students will be scheduled for periods one through eight.
- STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO KEEP ALL PERIODS AND TEACHERS AS ASSIGNED.
Reasons for a schedule change (during the first 2-weeks of a semester) include:
- Teacher/counselor/administrator recommendation for a change based on ability of student
- Ineligibility to take the course
COURSE DROPS:
If a student is carrying 8.0 credits, he or she may drop one course for a study hall. A student who drops a course in weeks 4 – 12 of a semester for a study hall will receive a “W”, or withdrawal, recorded for that course. A student who drops a course after week 12 of a semester will receive a semester grade of “F” for that course.
ACCEPTABLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY (Administrative Regulation 6724.1)
The purpose of the School District of Janesville’s technology resources is to support and enhance student learning and achievement in the District. Technology uses that might be acceptable on a personal account through another provider may not be acceptable in an educational environment.
INTERNET SAFETY POLICY FOR STUDENTS (Administrative Regulation 6724.2)
Internet access will be provided to students for the purpose of instruction, accessing information, conducting research, and communicating with others as part of a specific curriculum. Communication on the Internet is often very public in nature. Students are responsible for good behavior in the use of computers and the Internet, just as they are in a classroom or on school property. Parents/guardians may specifically request that their child(ren) not be provided access to the Internet by completing the “School District of Janesville Objection to Using the Internet” form.
High school students must be under on-site supervision when they are on the Internet in school. On-site supervision means the staff member responsible for the student(s) is physically present in the room in which the network is being accessed or utilized by the student(s). Students must have a specific information objective and search strategies in mind before they will be allowed to use Internet resources.
CHAT GPT AND OTHER AI-BASED LANGUAGE MODELS
- The School District of Janesville provides students with access to ChatGPT and other AI-based language models for educational purposes through designated platforms and devices approved by the school administration.
- Students are expected to use ChatGPT and other AI-based language models in a responsible and ethical manner, adhering to all school district policies and guidelines.
- Students should refrain from using ChatGPT and other AI- based language models for any form of harassment, bullying, or inappropriate communication.
- ChatGPT and other AI-based language models are intended to supplement and enhance students' learning experiences by providing additional resources, answering academic questions, and assisting with research.
- Students are encouraged to use ChatGPT and other AI-based language models to seek clarification on class materials, generate ideas, and engage in productive discussions.
- Students must not share personal, sensitive, or confidential information with ChatGPT and other AI-based language models.
- Students should not use ChatGPT and other AI-based language models to solicit personal information from others or engage in discussions about personal matters.
- Students should not use ChatGPT and other AI-based language models to generate content that is to be submitted as their own work without proper attribution or citation.
- Students are responsible for upholding academic integrity and ensuring that their use of ChatGPT and other AI-based language models does not violate plagiarism policies.
- Students are prohibited from using ChatGPT and other AI-based language models to create, distribute, or engage in any content that is offensive, discriminatory, defamatory, or violates any applicable laws or school district policies.
- The School District of Janesville reserves the right to monitor students' usage of ChatGPT and other AI-based language models to ensure compliance with this policy.
- Teachers and administrators may provide guidance and supervision on the appropriate use of ChatGPT and other AI-based language models.
- Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary actions as per the school district's code of conduct and policies.
- Consequences may include, but are not limited to, loss of ChatGPT and other AI-based language models access, counseling, parent/guardian involvement, and further disciplinary measures.
- Students who encounter inappropriate, harmful, or concerning content while using ChatGPT and other AI-based language models should immediately report it to a teacher, school staff member, or administrator.
- These guidelines may be subject to periodic review and updates as needed to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with technological advancements and educational needs.
By adhering to these guidelines, students can harness the potential of ChatGPT and other AI-based language models in a responsible and constructive manner, contributing to their educational growth and fostering a positive online environment
ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING: AN OVERVIEW
ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING: AN OVERVIEW
Academic and Career Planning is intended to equip students and their families with the tools necessary to make informed choices about postsecondary education, training, and careers for life after high school. It is Janesville’s vision for every student to graduate high school academically, socially, emotionally, and life ready. Through self-inquiry, career exploration, and informed planning, students make connections between their personal interests, career goals, high school coursework and experiences, and post-secondary options. Throughout the Academic & Career Planning process, students are encouraged to reflect on three main questions to help develop their plan:
WHO AM I?
- What are my interests?
- What are my strongest abilities?
- What academic, career, or life skills would I like to learn or improve before I graduate?
- Which characteristics for success could I further develop?
- What is my preferred learning style or environment?
WHAT DO I WANT TO DO?
- Which programs of study interest me?
- •Are there specific career pathways that I am considering?
- •What type of degree or certificate do I need to support my post-secondary goals?
- Will this career choice support what I want for my financial future?
- What courses and experiences are available now that will allow me to further explore my interests?
HOW DO I GET THERE?
- What schools offer a related degree or major?
- What will I need for a competitive admission application?
- Are there specific classes I should take in high school?
- What test / scores are required?
- Will I take AP / Dual Credit / Start College Now to get a head start? Will these credits transfer to the school I want to attend?
- What extra-curriculars or work experiences could help me? Are there any credentials I should obtain?
- How much do I anticipate that my post high school education might cost? How will I pay for it? Will I qualify for financial aid or scholarships? Do I have any savings from employment during High School?
- What adults in my life could serve as mentors as I navigate these opportunities for my future?
- Will I need an advanced degree? Can I gain employment in my field while working toward this degree?
To support students in their Academic and Career planning, we have aligned our subject selection handbook using the National Career Cluster Framework. The National Career Cluster Framework provides 16 broad occupational categories based on the similar interests, skill sets, abilities, and activities within each cluster.
- AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES :The Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Career Cluster focuses on producing, processing, marketing, distributing, financing, and developing agricultural resources. This cluster includes food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, plants, and animals.
- ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION: The Architecture & Construction Career Cluster is focused on careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
- ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS: The Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communications Cluster involves designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing media content. This cluster includes performing arts, graphic design, journalism, and entertainment.
- BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION: The Business Management & Administration Career Cluster includes planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions. The core goal of these jobs is to ensure efficient and productive business operations.
- EDUCATION & TRAINING:The Education & Training Career Cluster includes teaching, educational training services, and related learning support occupations.
- FINANCE: The Finance Cluster includes jobs that plan and manage finances and investments. Additionally, finance occupations provide services like banking, insurance, accounting, and financial management.
- GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: The Government & Public Administration Career Cluster involves planning and performing government functions at the local, state, and federal levels. This cluster includes governance, national security, foreign service, revenue, taxation, and regulations.
- HEALTH SCIENCE: The Health Science Career Cluster involves planning, managing, and providing therapeutic, diagnostic, and health support services. This cluster also includes medical and biotech research.
- HOSPITALITY & TOURISM: The Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster covers the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants, hotels, attractions, recreation events, and travel services.
- HUMAN SERVICES: The Human Services Career Cluster relates to human needs like counseling, mental health, personal care, family, community, and consumer services.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: The Information Technology Career Cluster includes careers related to the design, development, support, and management of computer systems. This cluster involves building, maintaining, and repairing hardware, software, and information technology systems.
- LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY: The Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster includes legal, public safety, protective services, and security fields. This cluster also includes related professional and technical support services.
- MANUFACTURING: The Manufacturing Cluster involves planning, managing, and processing materials. This cluster also includes related professional and technical support activities like production planning and control, maintenance, and process engineering.
- MARKETING: The Marketing Cluster involves planning, managing, and performing marketing and sales activities to reach an organization’s objectives.
- SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS:The STEM Cluster involves planning, managing, and executing research, analysis, and technical services. This cluster includes laboratory testing, and research and development in the physical sciences, engineering, and math.
- TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Careers involve the planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods. This can be by road, pipeline, air, rail, or water. This cluster also includes related support services like transportation infrastructure planning, logistics services, and equipment and facility maintenance.
CAREER PATHWAYS
CAREER PATHWAYS
Each Career Cluster contains several sub-groupings called Career Pathways. A Career Pathway is a series of connected career and technical education and training opportunities that assist students in their journey toward postsecondary options in a specific career area. This can include high school coursework, dual enrollment opportunities, work-based learning experiences, opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials, and participation in career and technical student organizations. Within each pathway, students can learn about multiple related careers. There are 79 Career Pathways in the National Career Cluster Framework. Specific Career Pathways are outlined on the next several pages of this guide.
Career Pathways prepare students for post-secondary education and careers. A Pathway is always about both objectives; it is never a choice between one or the other. Career Pathways lead to the full range of post-secondary opportunities. Pathways prepare students for all the avenues they might pursue following high school graduation—two- and four-year college, certification programs, apprenticeships, formal job training, and military service. Each Pathway represents a broad industry theme that can appeal to and engage a student regardless of prior academic achievement and post-secondary aspirations. For many students, the Academic and Career Planning (ACP) process leads naturally to a career pathway.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
A Program of Study is the specific sequence of instruction provided by a local school/district to accompany a career pathway. The courses and activities included in each Program of Study are based on recommended standards, knowledge and skills that will be necessary for postsecondary success in the chosen area, as well as local opportunities for students to participate in real-world applications.
The School District of Janesville recognizes that each student is unique, and acknowledges that not all students are at the same point on their Academic and Career Planning journey. Student experiences within our Programs of Study will vary based on the goals of the individual student.
- Students who are passionate about pursuing a specific career can pursue opportunities aligned to a single Program of Study.
- Students may choose to blend portions of two or more Programs of Study based on their skills and interests.
- Students who are unsure of their long term career interests can explore opportunities in many different Programs of Study. This will help the student better understand his or her interests and the skills and knowledge needed for different careers.
- Students may also choose a more general approach to their high school education by focusing on the course sequences in each core subject area, while also taking courses in the humanities, fine arts and world languages. This approach defers certain aspects of career exploration to a student’s postsecondary education.
- All students are advised to select opportunities for rigor (college level coursework in academic and/or technical subjects) in their areas of strength and/or interest to ensure that they continue to develop their knowledge, skills and dispositions for success each year.
ACADEMIC AND CAREER PLANNING
A student’s Academic and Career Plan includes a program of study and learning aligned to a fluid, mapped academic plan that reflects the student’s unique set of interests, needs, learning goals, and graduation requirements. It goes beyond the traditional ‘four-year plan’ by recording the student’s connections to the larger community, including examples of community service and volunteerism, membership in community organizations, participation in leadership activities outside of school, involvement in job shadowing, mentorships, or apprenticeships, and the pursuit of skill development through hobbies, athletics, and fine arts.
Throughout their high school careers, all Janesville students are provided with continued learning opportunities to understand a variety of different industries as well as potential career pathways. Students explore multiple relevant ACP topics through required lessons on Xello, and variety of academic, career and technical standards are embedded into SDJ coursework as well. In addition, students meet yearly with their school counselor, another important guide on their ACP path.
AGRICULTURE SCIENCES
AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- FFA
- Janesville Schools Outdoor Lab (JSOL) Guides
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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ANIMAL SYSTEMS: People who work in the Animal Systems pathway work to develop better, more efficient ways of producing and processing meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products.They study genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth and development of Introduction to Agriculture domesticated farm animals. Some individuals inspect and grade livestock foodproducts, purchase livestock or work in technical sales or marketing. Others advise agricultural producers on how to upgrade animal housing facilities properly,lower mortality rates, handle waste matter or increase production of animal products, such as milk or eggs. Animal care workers train, feed, water, groom,bathe and exercise animals. They also clean, disinfect and repair their cages. |
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PLANT SYSTEMS People who work in the Plant Systems pathway study plants and their growth. This helps producers of food, feed and fiber crops continue to feed a growing population while conserving natural resources and maintaining the environment. Individuals in this pathway also develop ways to improve the nutritional value of crops and the quality of seeds. They use genetic engineering to develop crops resistant to pests and drought. |
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NATURAL RESOURCES SYSTEMS People who work in the Natural Resources Systems pathway perform a variety of tasks from helping to develop, maintain, and manage the forest and natural environment to catching and trapping various types of marine life for human consumption, animal feed, bait and other uses. Forest and rangelands supply wood products, livestock forage, minerals and water; serve as sites for recreational activities; and provide habitats for wildlife. Conservation scientists and foresters manage, develop, use and help protect these and other natural resources. If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan. |
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AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES CAREERS BY PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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Agribusiness Systems | :Farm and Ranch Workers | Agrivulture Contact Provider | Agribusiness Management Agribusiness Operations Technology Agriculture Agri-Communications Farm and Ranch Business Management |
Agricultural Economics Agribusiness Agricultural Education Agricultural Journalism Hospitality, Restaurant & Tourism Management Professional Golf Management |
Agricultural Economics Agriculture Leadership Education Statistics |
Animal System | Animal Caretakers Feed Sales | Ag Dairy Technician Beef Quality Assurance Livestock Production Pork Quality Assurance |
Animal Science Equine Industry Management Livestock Industry Management Swine Management Veterinary Technology |
Animal Science Biochemistry Grazing Livestock Systems Veterinary Science Veterinary Technologist |
Animal Science (Nutrition, Genetics or Physiology) Biochemistry Integrative Biomedical Sciences Veterinary Medicine |
Enviromental Service Systems | Refuse and Recyclable Material Collection |
Environmental Science Laboratory Science Technology |
Aquatic Ecology Conservation Biology Environmental Soil Science Environmental Studies Habitat Management Insect Science |
Entomology Natural Resource Sciences |
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Food Products & Processing Systems | Butchers and Meat Cutters Meat Processing Slaughter and Meat Packer |
Ag Dairy Technician Commercial Plant Production Food Handlers Permit Quality Control |
Agronomy Diversified Agriculture Dietary Management Food Science and Technology Quality Control |
Agronomy Animal Science, Food Science & Technology Hospitality, Restaurant & Tourism Management Mechanized Systems Management |
Agronomy Animal Science (Meat Science) Food Science and Technology Nutrition |
Natural Resources System | Natural Resources Systems Soil and Water Conservation Wildlife Management |
Environmental Soil Sciences Environmental Studies Fisheries and Wildlife Grassland Ecology & Management Natural Resources & Environmental Economics Water Science |
Horticulture and Forestry Natural Resources Sciences |
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Plant Systems | Nursery and Greenhouse Workers Seed Sales Tree Trimmers and Pruners |
Commercial Horticulture | Commercial Agronomy Horticulture Crop Production Forestry Landscape/Nursery Sport Turf Technology |
Agronomy Biochemistry Diversified Agriculture Studies Grazing Livestock Systems Horticulture Insect Science Plant Protection Sciences |
Agriculture Agronomy Biochemistry Entomology Horticulture Horticulture and Forestry |
Power, Structural & Technical Systems | Electrician Apprenticeship Plumbing Apprenticeship Welding Apprenticeship |
Parts Distribution and Management Parts Sales and Management |
Agri-Technology Farm Mechanics Irrigation Technology John Deere Ag Technician Mechanized Agriculture |
Agricultural Operations Mechanized Marketing Mechanized Science Mechanized Systems Management Processing Operations |
Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering Mechanized Systems Management |
ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
This Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining
the building environment. People employed in this cluster work on new structures, restorations, additions,
alterations and repairs.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Skills USA
- Engineering Club
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- OSHA 10
- SP/2 Construction Safety Training Certificate
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate+
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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CONSTRUCTION: Employees in construction literally build our future! These are the people who build and remodel houses, apartments, industrial buildings, warehouses, office buildings, churches, schools and recreational facilities. This pathway also includes the builders of highways, streets, bridges, tunnels and airports as well as power |
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DESIGN / PRE-CONSTRUCTION: People with careers in design/pre-construction create our future! They turn a concept into a set of plans. Their plans guide other construction professionals as they continue the building process. |
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If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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Construction | Carpentry Iron Working Masonry Trades Apprenticeships |
Carpentry Construction Management Electrical and Power Transmission Iron Working |
Carpentry Construction Management Electrical and Power Transmission Iron Working Architectural Drafting/ Construction Technology |
Construction Management | Construction Management Construction Engineering |
Design / Pre-Constrution | Interior Design Surveying Technology |
Archeitectural Drafting / Construction Technology Interior Design |
Architectural Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Technology Interior Design Landscape Architecture |
Architectural Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Technology Enviromental Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture |
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Maintenance / Operations | Electrical / Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Grounds-keeping Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology |
Electrical / Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Grounds-keeping Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Facilities Maintenances |
Electrical / Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Grounds-keeping Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology |
Insustrial Engineering |
ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS
ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS
Individuals that work in the AV communications industry manufacture, sell, rent, design, install, integrate, operate, and repair the equipment of audiovisual communications. Careers include designing, producing, exhibiting, performing writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Art National Honor Society
- Tri-M Music Honor Society (Craig)
- Jazz Ensemble
- Spotlighters Show Choir (Craig)
- School Musical
- Drama Guild
- Forensics
- Yearbook – Phoenix (Craig), Valhalla (Parker)
- Newspaper – The Criterion (Craig), The Odin (Parker)
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Adobe Certified Associate
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS: Telecommunications specialists focus on the interaction between computer and communications equipment. Telecommunications equipment is computerized and can communicate a variety of information, including data, graphics and video. The workers who set up and maintain this sophisticated equipment are telecommunications equipment technicians, installers and repairers. |
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PERFORMING ARTS: The performing arts pathway is part of a well-rounded education and develops knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for an occupation involved in performance, composition, conduction, music production, music business, and music education. |
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VISUAL ARTS: The visual arts pathway develops knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for artistic creation or interpretation using various materials: oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, etc... |
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.If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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Audio and Recording Technology Video Production |
Audio and Recording Technology Video Production |
Audio and Recording Technology Communications Technology Electronics Industrial Video Production Film/Video Technology |
Design and Visual Communications Electrical Engineering Film Studies and Production Mechanical Engineering Telecommunications Managemen |
Electronics Engineering | |
Printing Technology | Bookbinder and Bindary Worker Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator |
Desktop Publishing Digital Publishing Graphic Communication Offset Publishing Web Page Design |
Electronic Imaging and Graphics Graphic Design Media Arts Printing Technology Visual Publications |
Computer Graphics Graphic Design Industrial Design Printing Management Visual Communication and Design |
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Visual Arts | Photograph Processing Worker |
Commercial Art Digital Publishing Graphic Art Multimedia Photography |
Commercial Art Graphic Design Interior Design Media Arts Visual Publications |
Art History Fashion Design Graphic Design Interior Design Studio Arts Visual Communication |
Art History Studio Arts |
Performing Arts | Movie and Stage Grip Usher and Ticket Taker Movie Projectionist |
Musical Instrument Repair Theater Technology Piano Technician |
Camera Operation Music Musical Instrument Repair and Tuning Sound Engineering Theater Technology |
Arts Administration Composition Dance Music Performance Stage Management Theater Arts Music Therapy Music Education |
Music Musical Art |
Journalism & Broadcasting | Certification by the Society of Broadcast Engineers Radio Announcing Radio Production |
Audio and Recording Technology Radio/TV Journalism Mass Media/Communications Media Arts |
Advertising Broadcasting Journalism News-Editorial Visual Communication |
Journalism | |
Telecomunications | Electronics Technology | Computer and Information Sciences Computer Systems Analysis Electronics Technology in Telecommunications Information Technology |
Computer Networking and Telecommunications Electronics Engineering Operations Technology Telecommunications Management |
Electronics Engineering Information Technology Telecommunications Engineerin |
BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Management & Administration
prepares learners for careers in planning, organizing,
directing and evaluating business functions essential
to efficient and productive business operations. Career
opportunities are available in every sector of the
economy and require specific skills in organization, time
management, customer service and communication.
Employability Skills Certificate
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- DECA
- FBLA
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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GENERAL MANAGEMENT: General Management focuses on careers that plan, organize, direct, and evaluate all or part of a business organization through the allocation and use of financial, human, and material resources. | Exploring Business & Marketing International Business Business Communications Entrepreneurship Introduction to Law |
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT: Administrative Support facilitate business operations through a variety of administrative and clerical duties including information and communication management, data processing and collection, and project tracking. | Keyboarding Computer Applications I Computer Applications II Digital Media Business Co-Op YA–Business Management & Administration |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
Business Management & Administration
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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General Management | Certified Government Auditing Professional Certified Professional Consultant |
Agribusiness Business Administration Marketing |
Business Administration Entrepreneurship Marketing Finance Hospital Management International Business |
Business Administration Management |
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Business Information Management | Business Administration Information Technology Office Technology |
Business Administration Information Technology Office Technology |
Business Administration Information Systems Information Technology Management |
Business Administration Information Technology Business Systems Analyst |
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Human Resources Management | Human Resources Clerk | Business Administration | Business Administration | Human Resources Management | Business Administration |
Operations Management | Business Administration Retail Management |
Agribusiness Buisness Administration |
Buisness Administration Marketing Operations Management |
Buisness Administration | |
Administrative Support | Administrative Assistant Computer Operator Customer Service Data Entry Specialist |
Court Reporting Information Processing Legal or Medical Information Technology Office Administration |
Court Reporting Information Processing Legal or Medical Information Technology Office Administration |
Information Systems Information Technology Management |
Education & Training
services, and related learning support services such as administration, teaching/training, administrative support,
and professional support services.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- FCCLA
- Future Educators Club
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- ACCT Assistant Child Care Teacher
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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TEACHING & TRAINING: (Early Childhood Strand) In addition to being knowledgeable in their subject, teachers and trainers must have the ability to communicate, inspire trust and confidence, motivate learners, as well as understand their educational and emotional needs. Teachers must be able to recognize and respond to individual differences in diverse learners and employ different teaching / training methods that will result in higher learner achievement. |
TC ECE: Health, Safety & Nutrition TC ECE: Infant & Toddler Development TC Child Development TC Aspiring Educators ACCT Assistant Child Care Teacher Psychology, TC Psychology, or AP Psychology Sociology or TC Sociology FACS Co-Op YA – Education & Training |
Education & Training Careers by Pathway
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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Teaching & Training | Child Care Worker Coach of Community-based Sports Leagues |
Early Childhood Education Assistant Coaching |
Early Childhood Education Sign Language Interpreting Education Paraprofessional |
Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Middle Level Education Secondary Education Special Education ESL/Bilingual Education Athletic Trainer |
Curriculum and Instruction Teaching, Curriculum and Learning Leadership Education Leadership Studies |
Professional Support Services | Personal Trainer | Library Technical Assistant | Speech-Language Pathology Social Work Information Science and Technology Special Education and Communication Disorders |
Educational Psychology Human Services Instructional Technology School Psychology School Counseling Social Work |
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Administration & Administration | Educational Administration Educational Studies Business Administration Administration and Supervision |
fINANCE
and business financial management. Career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy and require specific skills in organization, time management, customer service and communication.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- DECA
FBLA
Investment Club (Craig)
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Professional Bookkeeping Certification
- QuickBooks Certification
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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ACCOUNTING: Accounting encompasses careers that record, classify, summarize, analyze, and communicate a business's financial information/business transactions for use in management decision-making. Accounting includes such activities as bookkeeping, systems design, analysis, and interpretation of accounting information. | Accounting I Accounting II Finance & Investing Business Co-Op – Finance YA - Finance |
FINANCE: The finance pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to use investment planning and financial management to produce financial gains for businesses, organizations, and individuals. | Exploring Business & Marketing AS Entrepreneurship Business Communications Finance & Investing Economics Business Co-Op – Finance YA - Finance |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
fINANCE
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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SECURITIES & INVESTMENTS | Payroll Clerk | Chartered Financial Analyst Certified Financial Planner |
Agribusiness Business Administration Court Reporting Information Technology Office Administration Office Technology |
Accounting Business Administration Finance |
Business Administration Management |
BUSINESS FINANCE | Business Administration International Business Trade and Finance |
Business Administration Economics |
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ACCOUNTING | Accounting Cerk Bookkeeping Clerk |
Business Administration | Business Administration | Accounting Certified Public Accountant |
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INSURANCE | Customer Service Agent Processing Clerk |
Tax Preparation | Business Administration Property and Causalty |
Mathematics Statistics |
Acutuarial Science |
BANKING SERVICES | Bank Teller Commodity Banker |
Business Administration | Banking and Finance Business Administration Auditor |
Banking and Finance Business Administration |
Government & Public Administration
processing and/or marketing of agricultural commodities and services. This includes food, fiber, wood products,
natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products. It also includes related professional, technical and educational services.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Student Council
- Class Officer
- Badger Boys State / Badger Girls State
- Washington Seminar
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Global Education Achievement Certificate
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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LAW & PUBLIC POLICY: The law and public policy pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to assist in creating policy and programs for the betterment of an organization or community. | Contemporary Issues AP US Government & Politics AP Human Geography AP Psychology Introduction to Law Business Co-Op – Law |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
Government & Public Administration
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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GOVERNANCE | Political Science Geography Economics Statistics |
Political Science Geography Economics Statistics Research and Methodology |
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NATIONAL SECURITY | Military Science Psychology Electrical or Computer Engineering Foreign Language |
Survey, Research and Methodology |
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FOREIGN SERVICE | International Studies Sociology Geography and History International Business Economics Statistics |
Survey, Research and Methodology Sociology Economics Statistics |
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PLANNING | Economics Geography Engineering |
Community and Regional Planning Economics Architecture Geography Survey, Research and Methodology |
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REVENUE & TAXATION | Accounting Economics Finance Actuarial Science Statistics |
Accounting Economics Finance Actuarial Science Statistics Family Financial Planning Research and Methodology |
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REGULATION | Food Science and Technology Internantional Business Economics Statistics |
Research and Methodology Food Science and Technology Economics Statistics |
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PUBLIC MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION | Actuarial Science Management Business Administration Economics Statistics |
Public Administration Survey, Research and Methodology Actuarial Science Management Economics Statistics |
HEALTH SCIENCE
hEALTH sCIENCE
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- HOSA
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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THERAPEUTIC SERVICES (Nursing Strand): Careers in the Therapeutic Services pathway are focused primarily on changing the health status of the patient over time. Health professionals in this pathway work directly with patients; they may provide care, treatment, counseling and health education information. | Health Occupations AS Medical Terminology Nursing Assistant (BTC) Anatomy & Physiology I & II Human Body Systems AP Biology AP Chemistry FACS Co-Op YA – Health Science |
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES (Medical Doctor Strand) The therapeutic services pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to assist directly with patients through direct care, treatment, counseling, or providing health information. |
PLTW Principles of Biomedical Science Human Body Systems Anatomy & Physiology I & II AP Biology AP Chemistry Medical Terminology |
BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT: The biotechnology research and development pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to plan and develop bioscience research by studying diseases to discover new medical device solutions or testing to assist patients. |
PLTW Principles of Biomedical Science PLTW Medical Interventions Anatomy & Physiology I & II Medical Microbiology Applied Microbiology |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
hEALTH sCIENCE
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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THERAPEUTIC SERVICES | Clinical Rotation Dental Assisting Health Aide Medical Assistant |
Certified Nursing Assistant Dental Assisting Licensed Practical Nurse Massage Therapy |
Dental Hygiene Pre-Medicine Surgical Technology |
Athletic Training / Exercise Science Dietetics Pre-Medicine Recreational Therapy Registered Nurse |
Clinical Nutrition Dentistry Medicine / Medical Doctor Nurse Anesthetist Pharmaceutical Services Physical Therapist Physician Assistant |
DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES | Clinical Rotation | Electrocardiograph Technology | Cardiovascular Technology Medical Laboratory Assisting Radiology Technologist |
Biology Medical Imaging Technology Medical Laboratory Science Nuclear Medical Technology Nutrition |
Cardiovascular Technology Diagnostic Radiology Medical Laboratory Science Nuclear Medicine |
HEALTH INFORMATICS | Coding Experience Data Entry Community Service |
Health Records Technology Medical Assisting Medical Librarian Medical Transcription |
Health Information Technology Medical Coding Medical Office Services |
Community Health Health Care Administration Health Education |
Health Care Administration Library Science Nursing Administration Public Health |
SUPPORT SERVICES | Central Services Assistant Dietary Manager Electrical/Electronic Equipment Repair |
Dietary Management Electrical/Electronic Equipment Repair Medical Office Management Certified Healthcare / Medical Interpreter |
Dietary Management Medical Office Management Registered Dietetic Technician |
Biomedical Technology Environmental Health & Safety Prosthetic Therapies |
Environmental Health Sciences Industrial / Operations Engineering Public Health |
BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Quality Assurance Technician Quality Control Technician |
Clinical Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician (CLT) Technician (MLT) |
Biochemistry Immunology Medical Technology Microbiology Neuroscience |
Anatomy Biochemistry Oncology Biology Virology Epidemiology |
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
The Hospitality and Tourism Cluster prepares learners for careers in the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel-related services. Hospitality operations are located in communities throughout the world.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- FCCLA
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- ServSafe Certifications
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICES: The restaurants and food and beverage services pathway includes workers who perform a variety of tasks to maintain operations and promote guest services in establishments that serve food. |
Culinary Arts I Culinary Arts II Global Foods Principles of Baking AS Culinary Arts II ProStart Parts 1 & 2 AS Culinary Arts III ProStart Parts 1 & 2 FACS Co-Op YA – Hospitality & Tourism |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM CAREERS BY PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICES | Cook Dishwasher Wait Staff |
Culinary Arts and Management Dietary Management Food Services/Hospitality Food Service Management |
Food Service/Hospitality Food Service Management Hospitality Management Restaurant and Food Service Administration Travel and Tourism |
Restaurant/Food Service Administration |
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LODGING | Bell Captain Guestroom Attendant Reservationist |
Hotel Management | Hotel Management | Business Administration Lodging Management Sales and Marketing |
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TRAVEL & TOURISM | Event Planner Ticket Agent Tour Guide Travel Agent |
Business Administration | Business Administration Marketing Operations Management |
Business Administration | |
RECREATION, AMUSEMENTS & ATTRACTIONS | Museums/Zoo/Aquarium Docent Resort Instructor Theme Parks Retail Manager |
Business Administration Management Recreation, Fitness and Leisure Studies Sports and Fitness Management |
Business Administration |
HUMAN SERVICES
HUMAN SERVICES
This Career Cluster prepares individuals for employment in career pathways related to families and human needs. This includes preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care, and consumer services.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Link Crew
- Teen Leadership (Parker)
- Blue Ribbon of Promise
- HOSA Mental Health Project (Craig)
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES: The early childhood development and services pathway includes occupations related to the teaching of infants and young children in child care centers, nursery school preschools, public schools, private households, and before and after-school programs. | TC ECE: Infant & Toddler Development TC ECE: Health, Safety, & Nutrition AP Psychology |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
HUMAN SERVICES CAREERS BY PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES | Nanny Parenting |
Early Childhood Education | Fmily Science Special Education and Communication Disorders |
Child Development Early Childhood Education Special Education and Communication Disorders |
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COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | Human Services Chemical Dependency Counselor |
Human Services Psycology Social Work Human and Social Services Administration |
Marriage and Family Therapy Psycology Social Work Community Counseling |
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FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES | Para-educator Family Life Specialist Spirituality Biblical Studies |
Human Services Theology |
Human Services Psychology Nutrition, Fitness and Health Promotion Gerontology Family Science Social Work |
Family Science Psycology Social Work Human Services |
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PERSONAL CARE SERVICES | Barbering Cosmetology Nail Technology Esthetics Massage Therapy |
Mortuary Science Cosmetology |
Pre-Mortuary Science |
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CONSUMER SERVICES | Call Center Customer Service |
Certified Financial Planner Wellness |
Family Science Family Financial Managment Human Services Business Administration |
Family Science Human Services Business Administration |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Information Technology / Computing Career Cluster involves the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services. In addition to careers in the IT industry, IT careers are available in every sector of the economy – from Financial Services to Medical Services, Business to Engineering and Environmental Services. Anyone preparing for an IT career should have a solid grounding in math and science. It should be noted that there are obvious connections between Information Technology and other programs of study.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Computer Club
- Robotics Club
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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PROGRAMMING & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (General) Careers in Programming and Software Development involve the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer systems and software, requiring knowledge of computer operating systems, programming languages, and software development. People with expertise in programming and software development work with cutting-edge technologies to develop tomorrow’s products for use by businesses and consumers. While many of the career opportunities in this area are in software companies, large organizations of other types—such as Financial Services and Business—also offer many opportunities. People with expertise in programming and software development are in high demand, doing work such as creating the software that launches and runs NASA space shuttles. |
Computer Programming I Computer Programming II AP Computer Science A – JAVA (EM) AP Computer Science Principles (EM) YA – Information Technology |
PROGRAMMING & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (Game Design) See general description above. |
Computer Programming I Game Design I Game Design II YA – Information Technology |
WEB & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS: Careers in Web and Digital Communications involve creating, designing and producing interactive multimedia products and services, including development of digitally-generated or computer-enhanced media used in business, training, entertainment, communications and marketing. Organizations of all types and sizes use digital media (the World Wide Web, CD-ROM, DVD) to communicate with existing and potential customers, to track transactions, and to collaborate with colleagues. Web and digital communications experts can find employment opportunities in organizations of all sizes and types, doing work such as creating ebusiness auction Web sites that allow people around the world to buy and sell items in real-time. |
Computer Programming I Web Design YA – Information Technology |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREERS BY PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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INFORMATION SUPPORT & SERVICES | Help Desk Assistant | Electronics Technology Information Technology Microsoft Certified Database Administrator Microsoft Office Specialist Oracle Certified Professional Cyber Security Specialist Information Security Engineer |
Helpdesk / Microcomputer Support Information Technology Computer Information Systems Database Support Technical Support |
Computer Information Systems Management Information Systems Mass Communication / Media Studies Web/Multimedia Management |
Computer Information Systems Computer Science Management Information Systems |
NETWORK SYSTEMS | Cisco Training Electronics Technology Information Technology Network Engineer Technical Support Specialist Technology Solutions Engineer |
Computer and Information Sciences Computer Technology Electronics Technology Information Technology Networking Technology |
Computer Science Computer Engineering Computer Systems Analysis Management Information Systems Telecommunications Management |
Computer Science Computer Engineering Information Technology Telecommunications Engineering |
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PROGRAMMING & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT | App Developer | Information Technology Computer Programming |
Computer Programming Computer Programming Technology Computer Technology Information Technology |
Computer Information Systems Computer Programming Computer Software Engineering Computer Science Management Information Systems |
Computer Programming Computer Science Information Resources Management Information Technology System Administration |
WEB & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS | Web Designer | Animation Information Technology Multimedia Certified Professional Webmaster |
Electronic Imaging Information Technology Interactive Media Media Arts Web Development and Support |
Commercial Art Computer and Information Sciences Design and Visual Communication Multimedia Communication |
Computer Science |
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- N/A
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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LAW & PUBLIC POLICY: The law and public policy pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to assist in creating policy and programs for the betterment of an organization or community. | Contemporary Issues AP US Government & Politics AP Human Geography AP Psychology Introduction to Law Business Co-Op – Law |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY CAREERS PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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CORRECTIONS | Correctional Officer Security Officer |
Criminal Justice | Criminal Justice - Corrections Option - Parole Option - Probations Option |
Human Services Criminal Justice Social Work Pre-Law |
Law and Legal Services Criminal Justice |
EMERGENCY & FIRE MANAGEMENT SERVICES | Police, Fire and Ambulance Dispatch Volunteer Fire Fighting |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic/ Intermediate/ Paramedic Emergency Management Fire Science Technology Hazardous Materials Technician |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Fire Protection Fire Science Technology |
Emergency Medical Services | |
LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES | Animal Control Parking Enforcement |
Criminal Justice | Criminal Justice Law Enforcement |
Criminal Justice | Criminal Justice |
LEGAL SERVICES | Paralegal Studies Certified Court Interpreter |
Legal Administrative Assistant Paralegal / Legal Assistant Criminal Justice - Court Emphasis |
Paralegal Studies Pre-Law / Legal Studies Criminal Justice |
Law and Legal Studies Criminal Justice |
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SECURITY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | Criminal Justice Law Enforcement |
Criminal Justice Law and Legal Studies |
Criminal Justice |
MANUFACTURING
MANUFACTURING
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Skills USA
- Robotics Club
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- OSHA 10
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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PRODUCTION: People with careers in production work on the shop floor making parts or assembling them. They work with machines, making or assembling electronic parts, constructing or assembling modular housing, performing welding jobs, or printing various materials. | Manufacturing 1 Manufacturing 2 Welding 1 Welding 2 Manufacturing 3 Manufacturing 4 Industrial Co-Op YA – Manufacturing Craftsman With Character |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
MANUFACTURING CAREERS PATHWAY
Type Of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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PRODUCTION | Iron Working Precision Production Upholstering and Leather Working Woodworking |
Iron Working Precision Production Upholstering and Leather Working Welding |
Building Construction Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology Iron Working |
Computational Mathematics Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology Operations Management |
Computational Mathematics Operations Management |
MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION PROCESS DEVELOPMENT | Construction Trades | Construction Trades | Architectural Engineering Technology Automotive Engineering Technology Drafting & Design Technology |
Architectural Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering |
Architecture Civil Engineering Construction Management and Inspection Transportation and Highway Engineering |
MAINTENANCE, INSTALLATION & REPAIR | Business Machine Technology Custodial Services Electronics Technology |
Computer Installation and Repair Electronics Technology Industrial Mechanics Maintenance Technician |
Diesel Technology Manufacturing Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Industrial Maintenance Technician |
Biomedical Technology Manufacturing Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology |
Logistics and Materials Management |
QUALITY ASSURANCE | Quality Control Technology | Occupational Safety and Health Quality Control Technology |
Occupational Safety and Health Quality Control Technology |
Occupational Safety and Health |
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LOGISTICS & INVENTORY CONTROL | Heavy Equipment Operation Industrial Truck and Tractor Operation Material Handling |
Truck Driving Automation 5-Control & Interface |
Logistics and Materials Management Industrial Truck and Tractor Operation Transportation, Distribution and Logistics |
Logistics and Materials Management Industrial Truck and Tractor Operation Transportation, Distribution and Logistics |
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HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIROMENTAL ASSURANCE | Occupational Safety and Health |
Environmental Engineering Technology Environmental Studies Occupational Safety and Health |
Environmental Engineering Environmental Studies Occupational Safety and Health |
Environmental Biology Environmental Studies Occupational Safety and Health |
MARKETING
MARKETING
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- DECA
- FBLA
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- A*S*K Certifications
- Student Credit Union
- School Store
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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MARKETING MANAGEMENT: People with careers in marketing management formulate policies and direct the operations of businesses and corporations, nonprofit institutions and other organizations. In small firms, the owner or chief executive officer may assume all advertising, promotions, marketing, sales and public relations responsibilities. In large firms, which may offer numerous products and services nationally or even worldwide, an executive vice president directs overall advertising, promotions, marketing, sales and public relations policies. |
Exploring Business & Marketing |
MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS: Marketing communications employees plan, coordinate and implement marketing strategies advertising promotion and public relations activities Because of the importance and high visibility of their jobs, these individuals often are prime candidates for advancement. |
Exploring Business & Marketing Marketing I AS Marketing II Sports & Entertainment Marketing Entrepreneurship Marketing Co-Op YA - Marketing |
PROFESSIONAL SALES: The professional sales pathway develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to convince business individuals to purchase goods and or services. | Exploring Business & Marketing Marketing I & II Entrepreneurship Business Communications Sports Entertainment & Marketing Marketing Co-Op YA - Marketing |
if you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
MARKETING CAREERS PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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MARKETING MANAGEMENT | Industry and Trade Association Programs Conferences Seminars |
Business Administration Entrepreneurship Management Marketing Small Business Management |
Business Administration Management Marketing |
Master of Business Administration Master of Marketing |
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PROFESSIONAL SALES | Management | Business Business Administration Customer Service Marketing Retail Management Sales Small Business Management |
Business Administration Management Marketing |
Master of Business Administration Master of Marketing |
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MERCHANDISING | Business Administration Business Marketing Merchandising Sales Customer Service Small Business Management |
Business Administration Management |
Master of Business Administration |
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MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS | Practitioners Public Relations Public Relations Society of America |
Business Marketing Small Business Management |
Business Administration Communication Management Marketing Public Relations |
Master of Business Administration Master of Marketing |
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MARKETING RESEARCH | Product Vendors Professional and Technical Organizations Software Firms |
Business Continued Education for Rapid Technological Advances Marketing |
Business Administration Economics Information Science Information Systems Management Marketing |
Master of Business Administration Master of Marketing |
S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH)
S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH)
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Skills USA
- Engineering Club
- National Science Honor Society
- National Math Honor Society (Parker)
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY: For a future in the Engineering and Technology pathway, students should study and apply principles from advanced mathematics, life sciences, physical science, earth and space science, and technology. In addition, future engineers and
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PLTW: Introduction to Engineering & Design |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) CAREERS PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY | Industrial Technology | Architectural Design Technology Civil Engineering Technology Industrial Technology Surveying and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) |
Agricultural Engineering Biological Systems Engineering Chemical Engineering Construction Engineering Technology Industrial Engineering |
Agricultural and Biological Systems Architectural Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering |
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SCIENCE & MATH | Biology Chemistry Laboratory Science Technology Medical Laboratory Technology |
Chemistry Economics Mathematics Molecular Biology Physics |
Biochemistry Biological Sciences Chemistry Physics and Astronomy Statistics |
HEALTH COURSES
HEALTH
Health Course | Discription of Course |
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HEALTH APPLICATIONS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 521021 OR Semester B: 521022 |
This course offers an emphasis on decision making & healthy lifestyles. A variety of topics are discussed such as mental health issues like self-esteem, mental illness, suicide. ATODA issues (Alcohol, Tobacco, and other Drugs of Abuse) with an emphasis on alcohol, “street” drugs and “club” drugs as well as addiction and treatment options will also be discussed. Relationships and sexuality issues are also investigated. Topics including relationships, reproduction, and STI’s (Sexually Transmitted Infections) are all discussed. Nutrition & nutrition related topics are also included. |
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 723021 OR Semester B: 723022 |
The field of Health Care is full of opportunities and growing rapidly every year. Students will have many opportunities to investigate the wide range of career opportunities in health. A variety of guest speakers and activities are offered during the semester. Students will study ethics, medical history, the health system and medical terminology. This course is also offered under Family and Consumer Sciences. |
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS
movement of people, materials, and products by road, air, rail and water. It also includes related professional and technical support services such as infrastructure planning and management, logistic services, and the maintenance of mobile equipment and facilities.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
- Skills USA
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS:
- SP/2 Construction Safety Training Certificate
- ASE – Automotive Service Excellence Certifications
- NATEF – National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Certifications
- Youth Apprenticeship State Certificate
- Co-Op Employability Skills Certificate
SDJ Programs of Study | Courses |
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FACILITY & MOBILE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: Careers in the Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance pathway include the maintenance, repair, and servicing of transportation facilities, as well as the refueling of mobile equipment. All transportation relies on equipment which must function as designed, whenever needed. The people in this pathway keep the equipment and machinery running while looking for more efficient, safe, and cost-effective ways to do so. | Automotive 1 Automotive 2 PLTW: Aerospace Engineering AS Automotive 3 AS Automotive 4 Industrial Co-Op YA–Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Craftsman With Character |
If you are interested in a Career Pathway that does not yet have a developed Program of Study, see your school counselor to create an individual plan.
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS CAREERS BY PATHWAY
Type of Work | High School Diploma On-The-Job Training | Certificate / License | Associate's Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Master's / Doctoral / Professional Degree |
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TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS | Taxi Driving Locomotive Engineering Bus Driving Truck Driving |
Air Traffic Control CDL Driver Training Class A/B Commercial Pilot and Flight Crew Training Vehicle and Equipment Operations |
Air Traffic Control Commercial Pilot and Flight Crew Training |
Air Traffic Control | |
LOGISTICS PLANNING & MANAGEMENT SERVICES | Business | Business Administration Industrial Technology Logistics and Material |
Business Administration Industrial Distribution Industrial Technology Management Technology Operations Management Logistics and Material Management |
Engineering Management Industrial and Management Systems Engineering Operations Management |
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WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION CENTER LOGISTICS | Shipping and Receiving Storage and Distribution |
CDL Driver Training Class A/B Forklift Training |
Business Logistics and Materials Management Warehouse Management |
Business Logistics and Materials Management |
Logistics and Materials Management |
FACILITY & MOBILE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE | Auto Body Repair Automotive and Diesel Technology |
Auto Body Repair Auto Mechanics Aviation Airframe Maintenance Industrial Maintenance Electronics |
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering Technology Automotive Technology Aviation Airframe Maintenance Electronic Technology |
Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering |
Industrial and Management Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering |
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS / INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING, MANAGEMENT, & REGULATION | Civil Engineering Surveying and CAD |
Aviation Systems Management Civil Engineering Maritime Studies Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering |
Civil Engineering Engineering Management Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering |
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HEALTH, SAFETY, & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT | Environmental Engineering Technology |
Engineering Physics Environmental Engineer Environmental Science Environmental Studies Industrial Engineering |
Environmental Engineering Environmental Science Environmental Studies |
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SALES & SERVICES | Cashier Customer Service Travel Agent |
Desktop Publishing Entrepreneurship Parts, Sales and Management Travel Services |
Business Marketing Marketing Management Parts, Sales and Management |
Advertising Business Marketing |
Advertising Business Marketing |
FOUR-YEAR PLANNING WORKSHEET
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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
In Interdisciplinary courses, students combine learning from multiple disciplines to come up with new ways to think about issues and solve problems. These courses allow students to transfer skills and knowledge acquired in one area to another.
Course | Course Description |
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BUSINESS INNOVATIONS MARKETING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credits: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 501431 Semester B: 501432 |
Students will engage in profession-based experiences in a dynamic business-like setting. Students will apply business strategy to projects that require collaborative teams to solve problems and communicate results to business and industry partners. Business Strategy students will gain skills in innovation, entrepreneurship & sales, project management, teamwork, and data analysis that will prepare them for 21st-century workplaces. |
GLOBAL BUSINESS ACADEMY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credits: 3.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None GBA BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS GBA GLOBAL BUSINESS |
This program combines classroom instruction with practical application through business immersion. The Global Business Academy (GBA) is an innovative education capstone designed to give high school students hands-on, real-world experiences immersed in a professional setting. Students in the GBA program engage in a rigorous curriculum while also learning valuable skills for high-demand careers. Industry partners provide real project work and experiences while providing students an opportunity to build their portfolios and resumes. Students are mentored by professionals in a career the student is interested in pursuing. GBA students enter the program with a strong academic background and leave better prepared to be the workforce of the next generation. Students will earn 3 full credits by participating in the Global Business Academy. Students must enroll in 3 separate courses that make up the entirety of the course; (1) GBA-Business Communications, (2) GBA-Global Business, and (3) GBA-Business Finance and Processes. Successful completion of the program will earn students credits in the following departments: 1.0 English credit, .5 Social Studies, 1.5 Elective credits. Juniors who participate in the program will also have their Personal Finance graduation requirement fulfilled. Students must complete an application and selection process to be considered for the GBA |
FRESHMAN SEMINAR Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 754021 OR Semester B: 754022 |
Freshman Seminar is a required course for all 9th grade students. Study skills, self-advocacy and college and career readiness will be areas of focus, as well as other skills that are necessary to be successful in the high school setting. In addition, students in Freshman Seminar will use Xello, a program that will help students develop a four-year educational plan for high school that aligns with their post-secondary goals. |
INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 754421 AND/OR Semester B: 754422. |
International Seminar is intended for students in grades 10-12 who are interested in enhancing their global competency. The course is also intended for F1, tuition-paying international students to fulfill the Freshman Seminar graduation requirement (this course does not replace the Freshman Seminar requirement for Janesville resident, non-immigrant students). As with Freshman Seminar, study skills, self-advocacy, and leadership will be areas of focus with a special emphasis on global competency. Additionally, students will develop or continue to refine a high school educational plan that aligns with their post-secondary goals in this course |
SEMINAR Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 754121 OR Semester B: 754122. |
Seminar is intended for students in grades 10–12 who have not met the Freshman Seminar requirement. Study skills, self-advocacy and leadership will be areas of focus, as well as other skills that are necessary to be successful in the high school setting. In addition, students in Seminar will use Xello, a program that will help students develop a four-year educational plan for high school that aligns with their post-secondary goals. |
JUNIOR / SENIOR INTERNSHIP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester, May be taken for one additional semester Prerequisites: Application & Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 753111 AND/OR Semester B: 753112 |
This course is designed to provide a challenging opportunity for motivated, responsible students who are ready to direct their own learning. After an initial period of classroom instruction dealing with leadership, ethics, critical and creative thinking, students will gain experience through career exploration in a business, non-profit, government or academic setting. Students will be released in the eighth period of the day as part of the 50-hour field experience with their professional mentor. Additional contact hours can be arranged as agreed upon by student, teacher and mentor. A detailed log, portfolio and final project are presented at the completion of the course. |
LEADERSHIP SKILLS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 753021 AND/OR Semester B: 753022. |
The goal of this course is to develop skills in the following areas: team and climate building, organization, leadership, communication, facilitation, as well as personal reflection and prioritizing. Students can expect to develop leadership skills in project planning and execution that requires communication, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Projects will be related to school improvement and provide students with the opportunity to act on their opinions/issues in our community. |
PERSONAL FINANCE Grades: 11 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 750121 OR Semester B: 750122. |
This course is designed to equip high school students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage their personal finances effectively. Students will learn “real life” skills, which they can use throughout their own lives. Students will learn about investing in a variety of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.). Other topics covered include: careers, post-secondary planning, financial aid, college applications, analyzing pay and benefits, taxes, budgeting, use of banking services, real estate, credit, buying an automobile, buying a home and insurance. In addition, students will use Xello, a program that will help them develop a four-year educational plan for high school that aligns with their post-secondary goals. |
ELEMENTS OF DANCE Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 506251 OR Semester B: 506252 |
This beginner course introduces the fundamentals of ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater, hip-hop, African dance, and modern dances. The students will focus on developing an understanding of the elements of dance, functional alignment, vocabulary, and organic movement. They will have the opportunity to explore movement through improvisation and beginning dance-making. Students will learn how dance can be incorporated into a healthy lifestyle. This course is open to all students; dance clothes and dance shoes are required. |
COACHING AND OFFICIATING SPORTS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 564341 OR Semester B: 564342 |
This class will be based strongly on student involvement, but will also include informational discussions, guest speakers, video training, and live practices / games. Students will earn WIAA officiating certifications and be provided an opportunity to officiate middle school and high school sports. Students will have the opportunity to get practical coaching experience in multiple sports as well as learning all aspects of game operations, including scoring and secondary officiating for multiple middle school and high school sports. The skills learned are transferable and usable in part time employment capacities immediately. |
AVID 9 ELECTIVE Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Application and Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 751421 AND Semester B: 751422 |
The AVID grade 9 course is an elective class for college-bound students. It provides academic, tutorial, career goal planning, and social support for students through the AVID curriculum with a strategic focus on Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR). To ensure success in college-prep courses, students work independently and as partners, as well as in teacher and tutor-led collaborative groups. Note-taking, outlining, writing, speaking, reading, test-taking strategies, maintaining organized binders, self-awareness, and preparation for ACT are stressed. Students receive introductory information and direction regarding AP classes and may participate in AP classes. In addition, the AVID course includes college motivational activities. |
AVID 10 ELECTIVE Grades: 10 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AVID 9 Elective Course Number: Semester A: 751431 AND Semester B: 751432 |
This AVID 10 course continues with the AVID curriculum, advances to more rigorous individual and small-group instruction in support of all the student’s academic courses, and college-awareness activities. Instructional emphasis is on writing skills and helping students to successfully write for college. Students continue to receive instruction and practice using Method Test Prep: ACT online prep. Students are given guidance and support in preparation for enrollment in AP classes. AVID tutorials meet individual and group needs for real-time academic support through teacher or tutor-led collaborative work. Tutors serve as role models and as sources of information about college life and expectations. By the end of this course, students are expected to enroll in one or more AP courses. |
AVID 11 ELECTIVE Grades: 11 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AVID 10 Elective Course Number: Semester A: 751441 AND Semester B: 751442 |
The AVID 11 course is an elective class for students who are college bound. To ensure success in college-prep courses, students work independently as well as in teacher or tutor-led collaborative groups. Note-taking, outlining, writing, speaking, reading, test-taking strategies, ACT preparation, and self-awareness are stressed. The course provides college motivational and career exploration activities. Students use problem-solving and decision-making skills. In addition, students work independently and with others in a variety of settings using critical thinking skills to organize information acquired from a variety of sources such as electronic technology and research. By the end of this grade 11 course, students are expected to enroll in at least two or more AP courses. |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES SEQUENCES
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
Agriculture courses are not suggested for a particular grade level, and in many cases, multiple courses may be taken in one academic year, however, recommended sequences are listed below.
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Wildlife & Natural Resources Course Sequence: | Introduction to Agriculture | Wildlife Ecology | Field Study in Wildlife Ecology | AP Environmental Science |
Veterinary or Vet Tech Course Sequence: | Introduction to Agriculture | Small Animal Care I Small Animal Care II |
Introduction to Veterinary Science (ES) | Pre-Veterinary Medicine |
Domesticated Farm Animals Course Sequence: | Introduction to Agriculture | Large Animal Care Intro to Vet Science (ES) |
Intro to Vet Science (ES) Animal Science (ES) |
Pre-Veterinary Medicine |
Greenhouse Management & Plants Course Sequence: | The Art & Science of Plants | AS Plant Science (ES) | AP Environmental Science |
Course | Course Description |
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AGRICULTURE CO-OP (A.C.E.) Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Currently enrolled in an Agriculture class Course Number: Semester A: 629621 AND Semester B: 629622 |
Students who have an agribusiness career objective in mind, or who would like to explore an agribusiness career and enter the work force upon graduation from high school, may be interested in this program. Students will be placed on a job site based upon their interest. For this work experience, students will receive one hour of school release time for job training. Students will take part in FFA career development activities. Students must be enrolled in an Agriculture class to enroll in this course. |
AS ANIMAL SCIENCE (ES) Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Small Animal Care Course Number: Semester A: 621521 OR Semester B: 621522 |
This course is designed to give students an advanced knowledge of production animals and the science that is surrounding the industry. Students will learn about the structural functions of reproduction, digestion, nervous, muscular and endocrine systems. Students will gain an understanding of technical areas such as growth hormones, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, heat synchronization, and cloning to improve efficient livestock production. Science based inquiry, group collaboration in problem solving, and hands-on laboratories activities will be included. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. This course is also offered under Science. |
THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PLANTS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 621211 OR Semester B: 621212. |
This course will provide students with lifelong skills working with plants and flowers. Students will learn tips and techniques to develop their ideal landscape or garden. You will be able to identify and assess landscaping needs, understand design principles, and implement your creative ideas. You will learn design principles, material application, cost estimation, identifying the correct plants for your climate, water features, and designs for outdoor living. This course will also offer you the basics of how to create a garden in your space, prepare the soil, choose the right fertilizers, and prevent weeds. Additionally, you will learn about organic gardening, as well as container gardening. Students will have an opportunity to express their creativity by assembling floral arrangements, boutonnieres, and corsages following design elements and principles. |
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I and 2.0 credits of Science / Wildlife Ecology / Field Study in Wildlife Ecology Course Number: Semester A: 623231 AND Semester B: 623232. |
AP Environmental Science will provide 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. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Science. |
FIELD STUDY IN WILDLIFE ECOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None, Wildlife Ecology is recommended Course Number: Semester A: 623221 OR Semester B: 623222 |
This course examines how America’s resources provide aesthetic, scientific, recreational and economic benefits. Units of study include the principles of habitat, human impact on habitat, wildlife and waterfowl management, ducks, songbirds, avian predators, shorebirds, reptiles, amphibians, and careers in wildlife and fishery management. Laboratory skills that are ideal for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, taxidermists and environmentalists alike will be taught. Students are encouraged to participate in FFA activities including the Wildlife Ecology Career Development Event. |
INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 621021 OR Semester B: 621022 |
This introductory course will acquaint students with the broad field of agriculture. The student will explore career clusters such as agriculture production, pet/pleasure animals and crops, natural resources including soil, air, water, forestry, and wildlife, and the production and processing of meats, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. Horticultural science, including greenhouse, nursery and landscape/turf, will be covered as well as agribusiness sales and marketing and agriculture in government. FFA and agricultural leadership opportunities are recommended and will be provided. Resource speakers, field trips and hands-on activities will be included. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY SCIENCE (ES) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Small Animal Care I Course Number: Semester A: 622021 OR Semester B: 622022 |
This course is designed for students who have a sincere interest in a career related to small animals. If you are planning to become a veterinarian, small animal technician, animal scientist, or animal researcher, then this course is highly recommended. Topics to be discussed include medical terminology, anatomy, careers, safety, health, reproduction, scientific research and animal welfare. Each student will complete hands-on veterinary skills including weighing an animal, diagnosis and administration of treatment, cleaning, clipping, grooming, and practicing mock surgery procedures. A school or community animal awareness project will be developed and facilitated through the course. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. This course is also offered under Science. |
LARGE ANIMAL CARE Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Alternate Year: Offered 2025-2026 Course Number: Semester A: 621921 OR Semester B: 621922 |
This course is designed to give students advanced knowledge of large farm animals. The production animals that will be covered will include dairy, beef, swine, poultry, sheep, and goats. This course will provide an understanding of breeds, animal health, nutrition, anatomy and physiology, training, and judging of each animal. Students will learn information, knowledge, and skills associated with careers in animal production and animal science. This curriculum provides laboratory, lecture, and hands on activities. Students will learn through classroom discussions, demonstrations, notes, lectures, and experiments. Student self-guided learning using technology will be incorporated into the course. Guest speakers and field trips to businesses will be utilized when appropriate for the lessons. Laboratory activities relating to each of the species will be incorporated into the course work. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
AS PLANT SCIENCE (ES) Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: None, Intro to Agriculture and The Art & Science of Plants are recommended Course Number: Semester B: 621622 |
Students will study the processes involved in plant growth, production and reproduction. The functions of plant structures, as well as crop production, will also be studied. Genetic improvement of plants, plant diseases, plant cultural practices and harvest of crops will be explored in detail. There will be various identifications of crops, weeds and seeds. Students will work in the school greenhouse to complete lab activities. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
SMALL ANIMAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 621721 OR Semester B: 621722 |
This course is for students who enjoy domestic animals and want to learn more about the small animal industry and related careers. Animals discussed include dogs, cats, rabbits, small rodents, and other pet and laboratory animals. Topics discussed include safety, feeding, training, animal rights and welfare, anatomy, reproduction, health, behavior, housing, and equipment needed for care. Students will be working with animals in the classroom, which will enhance the course materials. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
SMALL ANIMAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 621821 OR Semester B: 621822 |
This course will cover the classification, history, characteristics, housing and equipment, feeding, handling, diseases and ailments, and reproduction of the following species; ferrets, chinchillas, birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and exotic pets. Students will learn through classroom discussions, demonstrations, notes, lectures, and experiments. Guest speakers and field trips to businesses, research labs, and veterinarian offices will be used when appropriate for the lessons. Laboratory activities relating to each of the species will be incorporated into the coursework. Students will handle and care for small animals. Students will be working with animals in the classroom, which will enhance the course materials. An animal welfare and career project will be developed as part of the course. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
PRE-VETERINARY MEDICINE Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Introduction to Veterinary Science ES OR Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 622121 OR Semester B: 622122 |
This course incorporates the concepts and knowledge of basic veterinary science techniques and puts them into practice. Laboratory skills that are ideal for students interested in the veterinary science field or medical field will be taught. Students are guided through different real-life case studies related to large and small animals. Students will work through medical cases and determine the best treatment, just like a veterinarian would. |
WILDLIFE ECOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 623121 OR Semester B: 623122 |
This course examines how America’s resources provide aesthetic, scientific, recreational and economic benefits. Units of study include the principles of fish and wildlife management, ecology, history of wildlife management, small game, big game, fur bearing animals, fish management, game laws and issues, endangered and threatened species, and aquaculture. Students will take part in FFA activities. |
ART SEQUENCES
9th Grade | Art courses are not assigned to a particular grade level, and in many cases, multiple courses may be taken in one academic year. Recommended sequences are listed below. | ||
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Art 1 | Level 1 Art Electives (3D Art, Art Metals, Digital Art I, History Through Art I, Painting, Photography I, Sculpture) |
Level 2 Art Electives and/or Adv Studio (Digital Art II, History Through Art II, Photography II, AdvSt Art Metals, AdvSt Painting, AdvSt Sculpture) |
Advanced Studio and/or AP Art Electives (AP 2-D, AP 3-D, AdvSt Digital Art, AdvSt Photography) Advanced Studio may be repeated |
Drawing 1 | Drawing 2 | Adv Studio Drawing or AP Drawing or AP 2-D |
AP Drawing and/or AP 2-D Design Portfolio |
Ceramics | Advanced Studio Ceramics | AP 3-D Design Portfolio |
Course | Course Description |
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ADVANCED STUDIO: ART METALS Offered at Craig Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Art Metals Course Number: Semester A: 642221 OR Semester B: 642222 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in art metals. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their design and technical skills in art metals through the advanced exploration of metal as a medium. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: CERAMICS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Ceramics Course Number: Semester A: 641321 AND Semester B: 641322 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in ceramic arts. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their design and technical skills in ceramic arts through the advanced exploration of clay as a 3-dimensional medium. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: DIGITAL ART Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Digital Art I & Digital Art II Course Number: Semester A: 643321 AND/OR Semester B: 643322 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in digital art technology. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their skills in a variety of digital art techniques. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: DRAWING Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Drawing I & Drawing II Course Number: Semester A: 640421 AND/OR Semester B: 640422 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in drawing. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their skills in technical aspects and creativity in drawing and media exploration through a 2-dimensional medium. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: PAINTING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Painting Course Number: Semester A: 644221 AND Semester B: 644222 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in painting. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their skills and creativity in painting and media exploration. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: PHOTOGRAPHY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Photography I & Photography II Course Number: Semester A: 645221 AND/OR Semester B: 645222 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in photography. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their technical skills and creativity in traditional and non-traditional photographic experiences. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
ADVANCED STUDIO: SCULPTURE Offered at Craig Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Sculpture Course Number: Semester B: 646222 |
Designed for students with a passion and interest in sculpture. This course offers an opportunity for the self-motivated artist to advance their design and technical skills in sculptural arts through the advanced exploration of 3-dimensional mediums as an art form. This course option may be repeated for additional elective credit. |
AP DRAWING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Drawing I, Drawing II, or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 640521 AND Semester B: 640522 |
The AP Drawing class enables highly motivated students to do college-level work in Studio Art while still in high school. The AP exam for this course is not solely based on a written examination; instead, students must submit a portfolio of work for evaluation at the end of the school year. Guidelines for the AP Drawing Studio Art Portfolios have been designed to encompass a variety of interests and approaches to drawing |
AP 2-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Art I and a 2-D Art course, or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 649121 AND Semester B: 649122 |
The AP 2-D Design class enables highly motivated students to do college level work in Studio Art while still in high school. The AP exam for this course is not solely based on a written examination; instead, students must submit a portfolio of work for evaluation at the end of the school year. Guidelines for the AP 2D Design Studio Art Portfolios have been designed to encompass a variety of interests and approaches to design in all 2D media including, but not limited to, Digital Art, Photography, Printmaking, Painting, Mixed Media and Drawing. |
AP 3-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Art I and a 3-D Art course, or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 649221 AND Semester B: 649222 |
The AP 3-D Design class enables highly motivated students to do college level work in Studio Art while still in high school. The AP exam for this course is not solely based on a written examination; instead, students must submit a portfolio of work for evaluation at the end of the school year. Guidelines for the AP 3D Design Studio Art Portfolios have been designed to encompass a variety of interests and approaches to design in all 3D media including, but not limited to, Ceramics, 3D Art, Sculpture, and Art Metals. |
3-D ART Offered at Parker Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Art I Course Number: Semester A: 641421 AND Semester B: 641422 |
This upper-level art course offers an opportunity for students who wish to create three-dimensional art. Students will explore the element of form using a variety of materials such as clay, plaster, wood, and metals. Students are encouraged to explore individual styles while producing a diverse body of three-dimensional work. We will be covering everything from sculpting the human form to abstract sculpture and jewelry making. |
ART I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 640121 AND Semester B: 640122 |
This is an introductory course that is a prerequisite for all other art courses except Ceramics I and Drawing I. Students will learn how to apply the art elements and design principles to original works of art in drawing, painting, printmaking, digital art, art metals, ceramics and sculpture. |
ART METALS Offered at Craig Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Art I or Senior Status Course Number: Semester A: 642121 OR Semester B: 642122 |
Students will learn to design and shape wires, metals, and related materials into jewelry, sculpture, and constructions. Students will learn jewelry castings, and stone setting. Students will use basic metal-forming techniques of cutting, sawing, soldering, filing, drilling, hammering and finishing. Students will apply the elements and principles of design to objects made from metal. |
CERAMICS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 641121 AND Semester B: 641122 |
Students will learn the basic forms of clay construction working with coil and slab construction. They will be introduced to the potter’s wheel, and various techniques for surface decorations will be demonstrated and explored. Students will create both functional pottery and nonfunctional sculptural clay forms. Students will critique ceramic works of art and research ceramic artists and movements in the history of ceramics. |
DIGITAL ART I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: Art 1 or Senior Status Course Number: Semester A: 643121 |
Students will create original artwork using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator drawing and design software. A variety of digital drawing, illustration and design techniques will be explored and applied to original artwork using the elements and principles of design. Students may continue their exploration of digital art technology in Digital Art II. |
DIGITAL ART II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Digital Art I Course Number: Semester B: 643222 |
Using skills acquired in Digital Art I, students will create original graphic design imagery – designs that visually communicate – using more advanced Photoshop and Illustrator techniques. Students will become familiar with current digital terminology, technology and equipment. Advanced Studio: Digital Art can be taken multiple times after successfully completing Digital Art II. |
DRAWING I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 640221 OR Semester B: 640222 |
Students will learn the basic skills and techniques of drawing in black and white media. Students will learn how to use and apply the design elements - line, value, texture and perspective – to express the principles of art in their work. Students will draw a variety of subject matter with a variety of materials. |
DRAWING II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Drawing I Course Number: Semester A: 640321 OR Semester B: 640322 |
Students continue to apply the basic drawing skills and techniques they learned in Drawing I to more complex and difficult subject matter including color. Students will continue to work with a variety of materials. Advanced Studio-Drawing can be taken multiple times after successfully completing Drawing II. |
HISTORY THROUGH ART I Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 648121 OR Semester B: 648122 |
History Through Art I will allow students to study world history from Prehistory to the Middle Ages through the study of the major paintings, sculptures and architecture of those times. Students will participate in discussions/activities comparing and contrasting both Western and non-Western art. Civilizations, religions and political and social events will be studied as related to the emergence of new forms and movements in art. Students have the option to take this class and History Through Art II as prerequisites to AP Art History. This course is also offered under Social Studies. |
HISTORY THROUGH ART II Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 648221 OR Semester B: 648222 |
History Through Art II will allow students to study world history from the Renaissance to the Modern Era through the study of the major paintings, sculptures and architecture of those times. Students will participate in discussions/activities comparing and contrasting both Western and Non-western art. Civilizations, religions and political and social events will be studied as related to the emergence of new forms and movements in art. Students have the option to take this class and History Through Art I as prerequisites to AP Art History. This course is also offered under Social Studies. |
PAINTING Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Art I or Senior Status Course Number: Semester A: 644121 AND Semester B: 644122 |
Students will express their ideas in various painting techniques and mediums. They will use the elements and principles of design to create sound compositions. Students will learn about major artists and art movements and learn to appreciate various styles of painting. It is highly recommended to take a drawing course. Advanced Studio - Painting can be taken multiple times after successfully completing Painting. |
PHOTOGRAPHY I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Art I or Senior Status Course Number: Semester A: 645121 OR Semester B: 645122 |
This course is designed for students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of photography. Primary attention is directed at understanding artistic composition and the important role it plays in producing quality visual imagery. Students will demonstrate proficiency in processes connected with planning, taking, and developing, and printing black and white film photographs. In addition, a variety of special techniques will be taught that extend creativity and design options. |
PHOTOGRAPHY II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Photography I Course Number: Semester A: 645321 OR Semester B: 645322 |
This course is designed for students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of digital photography. The course will review the elements of composition, as well as the basic to intermediate features of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom. Students will demonstrate proficiency in processes connected with planning, taking, and editing digital photographs. Students will develop visual understanding and apply critical thinking skills to create creative digital imagery and design projects. Portfolio development, client relationships, career options, lighting strategies, and critique methods will be taught. Advanced Studio-Photography can be taken multiple times after successfully completing Photography II. |
SCULPTURE Offered at Craig Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Art I or Senior Status Course Number: Semester B: 646122 |
Students will explore, design and construct sculpture as an art form. Using various sculpture techniques students will learn how to apply methods to achieve desired results. Various materials and found objects will be used. Students will apply their learned knowledge in a large individual or group sculpture for possible installation. Advanced Studio - Sculpture can be taken multiple times after successfully completing Sculpture |
BUSINESS & MARKETING SEQUENCES
9th Grade Course Pathway | Sequence | ||
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Exploring Business and Marketing | Marketing 1 | AS Marketing II, Sports & Entertainment Marketing, and/or Entrepreneurship | Marketing Co-Op |
Exploring Business and Marketing | Accounting 1 | Accounting II, Finance & Investments, and/or Entrepreneurship | Business Co-Op |
Computer Applications 1 | Computer Applications II and / or Digital Media | Digital Media | Business Co-Op |
Keyboarding | Digital Media | Business Co-Op |
Course | Course Description |
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ACCOUNTING I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 662121 AND Semester B: 662122 |
Knowledge of accounting is important to all areas of business and finance. Career opportunities for people with accounting backgrounds are rapidly increasing and expanding. In this course, students learn and apply the basics of accounting principles and procedures to complete the accounting cycle. In addition to completing the basic accounting forms, students will also learn how to use computer software to complete accounting records. During the fourth quarter, students will get on-the-job experience by completing an accounting simulation. This course is a must for students who are pursuing a degree in business or a business-related major at a post-secondary school or for those wanting to learn how to keep a record system for personal use. Students will also gain extensive experience using Microsoft Excel. |
ACCOUNTING II Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Accounting I Course Number: Semester A: 662421 AND Semester B: 662422 |
This course will build on the knowledge gained in the Accounting I course and provide students with a solid understanding of corporate accounting practices. Students will be able to analyze transactions and prepare various corporate financial reports. Students will also gain practical experience working with dividends, plant assets, depreciation, accrued revenue and expenses, retained earnings, stockholders’ equity, and more. Students will continue to develop their skills in Microsoft Excel. |
BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: None Alternate Year: Offered 2024-2025 Course Number: Semester B: 665122 |
This business course provides students the opportunity to develop the skills and attitudes necessary for success in the business world. The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of communication skills, current technology, and its impact on college and career readiness. Competencies will be developed in the areas of verbal and written communications, interpersonal skills, and the use of current technology including social media. |
BUSINESS CO-OP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Previously taken a Business class, Instructor Consent, and Application Course Number: Semester A: 667121 AND Semester B: 667122 |
In this course, students work in a local business to gain supervised business experience in a field related to his/her career objective. Students are trained and evaluated by the employer. Students receive school credit as well as wages for employment. Students are given release time to work in the afternoon. Examples of employers are: law offices, insurance companies, real estate offices, banks, dental offices, or any other office/business. It is recommended that students be enrolled in a coordinating business class. COOP requirements include: weekly work logs and quarterly employer completed evaluations. |
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 661321 OR Semester B: 661322 |
Computer Applications I is a semester course where students will learn to apply computer software and technology. Students will achieve a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and File Management, as they complete projects. Successful completion of Computer Applications I and II will lead to MOS Certification (Microsoft Office Specialist), which demonstrates a nationally recognized employability skill. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Computer Applications I Course Number: Semester A: 661351 OR Semester B: 661352 |
Computer Applications II is a semester course where students apply computer software and technology. Students will learn advanced features of Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. They will also learn basic functions of Microsoft Access. Students will integrate all programs in Microsoft Office Suite to prepare documents and complete projects. Successful completion of Computer Applications I and II will lead to MOS Certification (Microsoft Office Specialist) which demonstrates a nationally recognized employability skill. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
DIGITAL MEDIA & DESIGN Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Alternate Year: Offered 2025-2026 Course Number: Semester A: 661421 OR Semester B: 661422 |
Digital Media & Design is a one semester class. Students will create and produce digital design layouts and visual communications projects (logos, ads, brochures, magazines, newsletters, and posters) using Adobe In-Design, Spark, Photoshop, and Illustrator. A variety of video creation software for multimedia, movies and the web will complete this course. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
AS ENTREPRENEURSHIP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Accounting I or Marketing I Alternate Year at Parker: Offered 2025-2026 Course Number: Semester A: 660331 OR Semester B: 660332 |
Entrepreneurship is a leading factor in driving the global economy. In this class, students will learn the entrepreneurial process and the operations of a business. Students will develop an innovative idea and create a business plan. The entrepreneurs of today and tomorrow must understand how a competitive marketplace operates, as well as comprehend production, marketing, finance, human resources, social environment, and legal issues. Communication skills, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving techniques are instrumental to success in the class. |
EXPLORING BUSINESS & MARKETING Grades: 9, 10 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 660121 OR Semester B: 660122 |
This semester course gives students a general overview of the world of business. This introductory level course allows students a chance to get a taste of other business and marketing courses offered at the high school level. Students will explore different topics involving economics, business management, accounting, marketing, computer applications, ethics, business communications, entrepreneurship, and other business-related careers. Students will understand why business-related majors are one of the most popular in post-secondary education today. |
FINANCE & INVESTING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Personal Finance Course Number: Semester A: 750211 OR Semester B: 750212 |
Do you want to learn how to invest money to retire earlier, travel the world, or buy your dream car? These are a few of the things that successful investors can accomplish. According to a Transamerica survey, 72 percent of millennials say they do not think they know enough about investing! In Finance and Investing you’ll learn the skills it takes to become a better investor. You will also develop the skills and abilities to conduct financial analyses for companies that help shape the decisions each and every company makes |
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Alternate Year: Offered 2024-2025 Course Number: Semester A: 664121 |
This course will provide a foundation for becoming informed about the global business environment. Students will cover topics related to international business and their impact on society. Students will learn about advancements in the global economy through trade, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Students will enhance their understanding of International Business through studying real-life business examples. |
INTRODUCTION TO LAW Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 663121 OR Semester B: 663122 |
Introduction to Law is a business and personal-use law course covering the subjects of crimes, torts, court procedures and other legal topics. Students will learn about law enforcement and the courts, criminal law, civil law, contract law, consumer law, personal property law, legalities of renting an apartment, and the legalities of purchasing a vehicle. Guest speakers from the community will also visit the class to share their expertise in these areas. |
KEYBOARDING Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 661121 OR Semester B: 661122 |
Keyboarding is designed for students to learn how to touch type on the computer keyboard. Using proper finger placement and technique, students will develop their skill, speed, and accuracy to an employable level. Students will use Microsoft Word to format personal and business letters, tables, memos, and reports that will enhance their performance in school, in their personal lives, and in their careers. Previous keyboarding experience is not required. |
MARKETING EDUCATION I – Branding, Product Development, and Social Media Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 660221 AND Semester B: 660222 |
This course provides students insight into business and the world of marketing through a sound foundation of marketing principles. Units covered in this course include Economics, all aspects of Marketing, the Selling Process, Product Planning & Development, Promotion, Social Media, Channels of Distribution, and Pricing Strategies. Materials used for instruction are all from the real world of business. Student leadership development and employment skills are integrated into this class through our co-curricular organization, DECA. |
AS MARKETING EDUCATION II – Management, Market Research, and Digital Marketing Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Marketing Education I Course Number: Semester A: 660341 AND Semester B: 660342 |
This course is for students who have successfully completed TC Marketing Education I – Branding, Product Development and Social Media. Students will have the opportunity to operate our school store in cooperation with this class. An emphasis is placed on discussion of business/job related problems and successful problem–solving techniques. Units covered include Economics, Principles of Management, Marketing Information Management, Risk Management, Digital Marketing, and introductory units of Entrepreneurship and Sports & Entertainment Marketing. Student leadership development and employment skills are integrated into this class through our co-curricular organization, DECA. |
MARKETING EDUCATION CO-OP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Previously taken a Marketing class, Instructor Consent, and Application Course Number: Semester A: 667221 AND Semester B: 667222 |
Students work in the community in a job related to business or marketing. Students receive school credit and wages for employment. A major emphasis is placed on learning about the operation of a business, exploring business as a career and working with common problems faced in the world of work. Students will commit to working at the job the full year. Students must be enrolled in a coordinating marketing class as determined by the instructor. CO-OP requirements include: weekly work logs and quarterly employer completed evaluations. |
SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Marketing Education I Course Number: Semester A: 660421 OR Semester B: 660422 |
This marketing course provides students with an opportunity to learn about two of the most profitable industries in the United States: Sports and Entertainment. This class is for students who have a desire to continue in marketing education. This course will review basic principles of marketing and economics as to how they relate to the sports and entertainment world. Topics covered include branding, licensing, sponsorship, promotion, advertising, selling, finance, distribution, and careers within the field. Students will have the opportunity to apply topics learned by running a sports franchise through a simulated computer program called Virtual Business-Sports. This program provides students with a real-world learning experience in sports marketing |
COMPUTER SCIENCE SEQUENCES
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Computer Science courses are not assigned to a particular grade level, and in many cases, multiple courses may be taken in one academic year. Recommended sequence is listed below.
Computer Programming I (EM) | Computer Programming II (EM) | AP Computer Science A (EM) |
TC Advanced Computer Science AB – JAVA (EM) |
AP Computer Science Principles can be taken at any point in the progression as well. Computer Science elective courses can be taken at any point as long as prerequisites have been met. (Application Development, Game Design I, Game Design II, Web Design, Robotics, Engineering, & Programming)
Course | Course Description |
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TC ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE AB – JAVA (EM) Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AP Computer Science A - JAVA Course Number: Semester A: 684221 AND Semester B: 684222 |
This yearlong course is comparable to the second course in the introductory sequence for computer science majors in college. Advanced Computer Science AB is intended to serve both as a second step for computer science majors and as a course for students who will major in other disciplines that require significant involvement with technology. JAVA is a platform independent language, and the programs students write will compile successfully on all operating systems. Upon completion of the course, students will have finished the equivalent of a second semester course in college computer science. Students will be responsible for paying for the tuition, which is about one third of the cost as an undergraduate (approximately $300). This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A – JAVA (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 684321 AND Semester B: 684322 |
This yearlong course is comparable to the first course in the introductory sequence for computer science majors in college. The AP Computer Science A course is intended to serve both as an introductory course for computer science majors and as a course for students who will major in other disciplines that require significant involvement with technology. JAVA is a platform independent language and the programs students write will compile successfully on all operating systems. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 684521 AND Semester B: 684522 |
This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cyber-security concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. Together, these aspects of the course make up a rigorous and rich curriculum that aims to broaden participation in computer science. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I (EM) Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 681121 OR Semester B: 681122 |
Computer Programming I is a beginning programming course. Students will learn a modern object orientated programming language that produces programs for Macintosh or Windows machines. Students will design programs that will include music, audio, movies, graphics and interactive real-world applications. These projects will emphasize communication of ideas and information available to a wide range of student interests. This will allow for a smooth transition to other languages such as JAVA and C++. Topics include the use of algorithms and variables with decision and repeat structures. This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II (EM) Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Computer Programming I Course Number: Semester A: 681221 OR Semester B: 681222 |
Computer Programming II is the advanced programming course that expands upon the computing knowledge and skills acquired in the Computer Programming I class. Students will learn advanced programming techniques. Multimedia projects will include the use of video and sound technologies. The emphasis will be on effective communication of ideas and information through high level programming strategies involving objects and classes. These strategies include control structures and the handling of numerical and textual data through functions and classes. This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
GAME DESIGN I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of Computer Programming I Course Number: Semester A: 661331 OR Semester B: 661332 |
The purpose of Game Design I is to expose students to the basic principles of creative design through computational thinking. In Game Design, students will play, and then learn how games “do that”. Along with the games, students will work through a variety of digital tutorials in the Godot engine so they can develop skills such as 2D mapping, collision, physics, animation, and other skills needed by the industry. The program will also introduce students to some basic and advanced scripting (computer programming). Going beyond the basics, this class will also plant the seeds of wonder for future programming classes and Game Design II. |
GAME DESIGN II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Game Design I and one other programming course Course Number: Semester A: 661341 OR Semester B: 661342 |
Game Design II will expand on students’ Godot engine knowledge by collaboratively creating numerous 3D games. |
ROBOTICS, ENGINEERING, AND PROGRAMMING Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 681321 AND Semester B: 681322 |
Robotics, Engineering, and Programming is an exciting class to allow students to feel comfortable with new and sometimes very complicated concepts. To build an autonomous robot, students must learn the basic concepts of computer programming, design, electronics, engineering, and mechanics. |
WEB DESIGN Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 683121 OR Semester B: 683122 |
Web Design is a class designed to teach the components of web design and web page creation for the Internet. Students will learn and use HTML, JavaScript, and the formatting techniques provided by CSS. Students will learn to plan effective page designs. Time will be spent researching topics, planning web sites, and mastering web software. Individual projects will incorporate all of this with topics selected to reinforce interests and learning in other subject areas. Students will also develop web buttons, rollover images, and web animations that will be used on their web sites. |
ENGLISH SEQUENCES
ENGLISH SEQUENCES
TYPE OF SEQUENCE | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
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Accelerated Course Sequence: | Accelerated English 9-10 Honors |
English 11 Honors (May take AP Seminar concurrently) |
AP English Lang & Comp, AP English Lit & Comp, or AP Seminar |
AP English Lang & Comp, AP English Lit & Comp, AP Seminar, or English Electives |
Honors Course Sequence: | English 9 Honors | English 10 Honors | English 11 Honors (May take AP Seminar concurrently) |
AP English Lang & Comp, AP English Lit & Comp, or TC Speech & TC English Composition I |
Traditional Course Sequence: | English 9 | English 10 | English 11 (May take AP Seminar concurrently) |
English 12 English Electives (AP English Lang, AP English Lit, AP Seminar, TC Speech, TC English Comp, Creative Writing, Novel Studies, SciFi & Fantasy, Social Justice, Writing Through Films) |
English elective courses that do not count toward the English credit requirement may be taken concurrently with courses listed above. (Intro to Media & Journalism, Intro to Theatre & Acting, MultiMedia Production, Yearbook, Newspaper, Advanced Acting)
COURSE | COURSE DESCRIPTION |
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ACCELERATED ENGLISH 9-10 HONORS Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 501011 AND Semester B: 501012 |
This yearlong course is for students who are especially committed to challenging their reading and writing skills as this course takes students on a journey through English 9 Honors and English 10 Honors curriculum. Following completion of this course, students will enroll in English 11 Honors during their sophomore year. Students will experience an increased level of written and oral analysis of literature, informational text, drama, and poetry. Non-fiction selections will be used to prompt writing and extend the study of issues and themes. It is expected that students will be able to read independently. Students who register for this course are proficient or advanced writers and readers and will continue to develop those skills. |
ADVANCED ACTING Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Introduction to Theatre & Acting Course Number: Semester A: 506021 OR Semester B: 506022 |
Advanced Acting explores in greater depth the topics and techniques from Introduction to Theater and Acting, with a greater focus on performing one-act & full-length plays. The course begins with a review of basic acting techniques & skills through improvisation & short, scripted scenes. Techniques to be reviewed include transitions, inner monologue, oral interpretation, concrete & figurative gestures, and blocking. Whole-part & part-whole memorization will be used by students as they prepare one or more act plays. Students may be involved in performances during the school day or in the evening. |
AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: English 11 or English 11 Honors Course Number: Semester A: 505921 AND Semester B: 505922 |
Advanced Placement English Language and Composition is a college-level introductory course that engages students in becoming skilled readers of mature prose, primarily non-fiction, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes with a focus on analysis and argumentation. The overarching purpose is to enable students to write effectively and confidently in their college courses across the curriculum and in their personal and professional lives. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: English 11 or English 11 Honors Course Number: Semester A: 505821 AND Semester B: 505822 |
AP English Literature & Composition engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of college-level literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers simultaneously use language, structure, imagery, symbolism, setting, character, tone as well as other literary strategies to create both meaning and pleasure for the reader. Writing is an integral part of the AP English Literature and Composition course which will focus on the critical analysis of literature including expository, analytical, and argumentative essays. Students should expect rigorous outside reading assignments of complex texts including short stories, novels, poetry, and drama. In class, students will participate in analytical discussion of the literature and will engage in frequent timed essay writing. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP SEMINAR Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 506201 AND Semester B: 506202 |
Develop and practice the skills in research, collaboration, and communication that you’ll need in any academic discipline. You’ll investigate topics in a variety of subject areas, write research-based essays, and design and give presentations both individually and as part of a team. |
CREATIVE WRITING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505221 OR Semester B: 505222 |
This class will encourage and develop a student’s creative writing abilities. Freedom will be provided in most assignments to allow students to add their own unique perspectives. Short fiction, poetry, scriptwriting, and multimedia projects are all items which are typically covered. Students will be expected to write and review on a continual basis, and beginning to experienced writers are able to enroll. |
ENGLISH 9 Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 501121 AND Semester B: 501122 |
Students will study conflict, identity, and responsibility through the study of literature and informational text. Non-fiction, poetry, and short stories will also be used to prompt writing and extend the study of essential questions. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are emphasized. Students will complete short research projects and continue building vocabulary knowledge and skills. Writing instruction will focus on paragraph writing using textual evidence and multi-paragraph persuasive essay writing. Grammar instruction will include sentence structure, punctuation, and proper usage. |
ENGLISH 9 - HONORS Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 501021 AND Semester B: 501022 |
Students will study conflict, identity, and responsibility through the study of literature and informational text. Non-fiction, poetry, and short stories will also be used to prompt writing and extend the study of essential questions. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are heavily emphasized, and students will complete research projects and continue building vocabulary knowledge and skills. Writing instruction will focus on paragraph writing using textual evidence and multi-paragraph essay writing. Grammar instruction will include sentence structure, punctuation, and proper usage. The English Honors series of courses is designed to develop the prerequisite skills needed for AP English offerings. Extensive, independent work is required. |
ENGLISH 10 Grades: 10 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: English 9 Course Number: Semester A: 502021 AND Semester B: 502022 |
The emphasis for this course is exploring the themes of identity, perspective, nature, liberty, change, and power in the human experience. Non-fiction selections will be used to prompt writing and extend the study of literature. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are emphasized. Writing instruction will focus on using textual evidence to support analysis and multi-paragraph argumentative essay writing. In addition, students will use the research process as they write a research paper. Vocabulary instruction will continue to build vocabulary knowledge and skills with a focus on figurative language, words with multiple meanings, and the impact of word choice on tone and mood. Grammar instruction will focus on parts of a sentence, phrases, and clauses with an application on applying these skills to construct correct and varied sentences in students’ writing. |
ENGLISH 10 - HONORS Grades: 9 (if Challenge Program student), 10 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: English 9 or Challenge Magnet Program English Course Number: Semester A: 502011 AND Semester B: 502012 |
The emphasis for this course are exploring the themes of identity, perspective, nature, liberty, change, and power in the human experience. Non-fiction selections will be used to prompt writing and extend the study of literature. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are heavily emphasized. Writing instruction will focus on using textual evidence to support analysis and multi-paragraph argumentative essay writing. In addition, the research process will be a major part of this course as students complete a research paper. Vocabulary instruction will continue to build vocabulary knowledge and skills with a focus on figurative language, words with multiple meanings, and the impact of word choice on tone and mood. Grammar instruction will focus on parts of a sentence, phrases, and clauses with an application on applying these skills to construct correct and varied sentences in students’ writing. The English Honors series of courses is designed to develop the prerequisite skills needed for AP English offerings. Extensive, independent work is required. |
ENGLISH 11 Grades: 10 (If completed Accelerated English 9-10 Honors), 11 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Accelerated English 9-10 or English 10 Course Number: Semester A: 503021 AND Semester B: 503022 |
Students will examine the American literary experience through the writings of significant authors of American Literature. In addition to major works, supplemental pieces including poetry, non-fiction, and speeches from different literary periods will be studied and analyzed. In addition, literature circles will be used to expose students to the varying perspectives of the American Experience. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are emphasized. ACT-style argumentative essay writing will be a key component to this course. |
ENGLISH 11 - HONORS Grades: 10 (If completed Accelerated English 9-10 Honors), 11 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Accelerated English 9-10 or English 10 Course Number: Semester A: 503011 AND Semester B: 503012 |
Students will examine the American literary experience through the writings of significant authors of American Literature. In addition to major works, supplemental pieces including poetry, non-fiction, and speeches from different literary periods will be studied and analyzed. In addition, literature circles will be utilized to expose students to the varying perspectives of the American Experience. Critical thinking skills and close reading of text are heavily emphasized. College preparatory writing will be emphasized in this course. This includes ACT-style argumentative essay writing and literary analysis writing. The English Honors series of courses is designed to develop the prerequisite skills needed for AP English offerings. Extensive, independent work is required. |
ENGLISH 12 Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 504821 AND Semester B: 504822 |
In this course students will examine a variety of major American and British authors in addition to contemporary multicultural writings. Composition; literature, both fiction and nonfiction; literature circles; vocabulary; and grammar are covered in this course. Writing assignments will include expository, analytical, persuasive, responsive, and research compositions to develop understanding and prepare students for future responsibilities as workers and students. |
TC ENGLISH COMPOSITION Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505121 OR Semester B: 505122 |
This course is for students who want to write at the college level. Students will solidify their understanding of the writing process by planning, organizing, writing, and revising papers. Students will explore writing by constructing a narrative essay, an objective summary, a rhetorical analysis essay, and an inquiry-based research paper. In addition, students will not only learn the difference between academic and non-academic language but will also demonstrate appropriate use of the APA citation format. Through written discussion boards, grammar review, and engaging in critical reading, thinking, and writing activities, this course provides students with multiple opportunities for peer interaction. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting a non-transcripted credit (TC) course. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see your counselor before requesting courses. |
INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA & JOURNALISM Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 507011 OR Semester B: 507012 |
This will be a hands-on, production-based course grounded in sound journalistic practices, laws, and ethics. Students will learn news literacy, news writing, design & layout, photojournalism, broadcast scripting, storyboarding, and multimedia production. Units covered will include newspaper design & layout, on & off camera interviewing, documentary shorts, and photography for print media, podcasts, and broadcasting among others. Students will be responsible for creating content for school publications. |
INTRODUCTION TO THEATER & ACTING Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 506011 OR Semester B: 506012 |
Introduction to Theater & Acting engages students in theater games, improvisation, characterization, and script analysis. Skills include public speaking and nonverbal communication (gestures, facial expressions, body language) for careers in the arts, business, or any field requiring clear and confident presentation skills. Materials include monologues, two-person acting scenes, group skits and plays, cut from classic and modern plays, TV shows and movies. Students will write, direct, and act out original scripts. Informal journals and formal expository writings will analyze scenes, plays and movies. Students may attend a live play and write a formal review. Students may take this class more than once. |
MULTI-MEDIA PRODUCTION Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Intro to Media & Journalism Course Number: Semester A: 507111 AND Semester B: 507112 |
Be part of the team producing student videos and news broadcasts. Students will learn multi-media production skills including scripting, storyboarding, lighting, filming, sound, directing, acting, and editing. Practice these skills by creating short personal introduction videos, video scavenger hunts and video yearbook segments to be uploaded to a portfolio website. Train in a state-of-the-art broadcast studio equipped with two studio cameras, seven camcorders, four field cameras, a green screen, 32-channel light board, iPad teleprompter, boom mics and industry-standard broadcast mics. Join one of four field camera crews creating school spirit videos like “Teachers Read “Mean Tweets” and “Bad Lip Reading,” as well as promotional videos for school events such as Bags of Hope and Operation Click. Apply for leadership roles including Editor-In-Chief, Features Editor, Sports Editor, and Social Media Editor. |
NEWSPAPER Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Intro to Media & Journalism Course Number: Semester A: 509011 AND Semester B: 509012 |
Newspaper is a production-based journalism class. Students work on a team to create the school newspaper. This periodical publication tells stories of the events, trends, and people that make up the daily life of the school and its surrounding community. Newspaper staff members conduct research and interviews, attend school events, take pictures, write and edit stories, organize layouts, and format photos. Students may reach out to community businesses to raise ad revenue as well as use social media to engage the community and to increase interest in the newspaper. This class also provides students with opportunities for leadership roles, and juniors and seniors can earn membership in Quill and Scroll, the international journalism honor society. Its members earn the privilege of wearing an honor cord at their graduation. Overall, the newspaper class will refine students’ technical, creative, and problem-solving skills as they produce content for a real audience. |
NOVEL STUDIES Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505321 OR Semester B: 505322 |
This is a course designed for students who enjoy reading and analyzing literature. Students will improve comprehensive reading skills and analytical writing skills through exposure to a variety of literature. Students will be able to choose novels based on the genres discussed in class. The course will also encourage students to become a life-long reader. |
SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505421 OR Semester B: 505422 |
This course offers a survey of science fiction and fantasy, transporting readers to planets light-years away, or deep inside the caves of a far-distant past. The goals of Science Fiction and Fantasy are to develop the following: to examine science fiction themes and motifs in literature and film, to explore the basis for these themes in society and how they were reflected in literature and film of the time, to examine these themes in detail and discuss the similarities and differences, to examine and discuss current world tensions and how they might play out in literature and film, and to think critically about the relationship between societal issues and how they are reflected in popular culture. |
SOCIAL JUSTICE: THE POWER OF CHOICE AND VOICE Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 501311 OR Semester B: 501312 |
Students will study how writers and performers use “text” in all genres to fight for social justice. This course will develop skills in language, critical and creative thinking, and reading as student’s research social justice and culturally charged issues and create multi-genre projects of their choice to affect change. The genres could include, but not be limited to, performance poetry, music, documentary films, visual art, public speaking, and other internet or print publications. This course will expand self-discipline, confidence, and creative expression while reinforcing the importance and responsibility of informed citizens instigating change for a more socially just community. |
TC SPEECH Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505621 OR Semester B: 505622 |
This class will develop the basic skills of oral communication and help students become effective communicators. Units of study include the communication process, interpersonal communication, effective listening, small group discussion, and public speaking. Students can expect to participate in regular task-oriented groups and to make several public presentations to the class. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting a non-transcripted credit (TC) course. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see your counselor before requesting courses. |
WRITING THROUGH FILMS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of English 11 Course Number: Semester A: 505311 OR Semester B: 505312 |
In this semester English course, the film will serve as the medium by which students will work to improve their writing and critical understanding of the way texts through film create meaning. Students will analyze the film genres while engaging with and analyzing various films exposing students to narrative techniques, cinematic terminology, and the director’s stylistic innovation. The threefold purpose of the class allows students to become familiar with the interpretive language of film, cultivate the reading of the film as text, and create critical arguments regarding the analysis of those texts. Also, students will be required to complete a culminating project at the end of the semester. |
YEARBOOK Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Intro to Media & Journalism or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 509021 AND Semester B: 509022 |
Students will publish a yearbook for their peers. They will learn the basics of yearbook journalism – theme development, financial responsibility, page layout and design, copy writing and editing, graphics and special effects, indexing, and student press law. Students interested in photography will study photo composition, organization, and editing using Adobe Suite. This course requires time outside of the scheduled school day |
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES SEQUENCES
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
FACS courses are not suggested for a particular grade level, and in many cases, multiple courses may be taken in one academic year, however, recommended sequences are listed below.
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Culinary Course Sequence: | Culinary Arts I | Culinary Arts II | AS Culinary Arts III Part 1 AS Culinary Arts III Part 2 |
AS Culinary Arts IV Part 1 AS Culinary Arts IV Part 2 |
Global Foods or Principals of Baking | Global Foods or Principals of Baking |
Early Childhood Course Sequence: | Child Development or Infant & Toddler Dev |
Child Development or Infant & Toddler Dev |
Health, Safety, & Nutrition |
ACCT: Assistant Child Care Teacher |
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Health Professions Course Sequence: | Introduction to Health Occupations |
Medical Terminology |
COURSE | COURSE DESCRIPTION |
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TC ASPIRING EDUCATORS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 722261 OR Semester B: 722262 |
Aspiring Educators is a course designed for students who want to become educators. The course involves classroom discussions of educational principles, concepts, and issues related to student-teacher-school-community interaction. This will include developmental aspects, sociocultural influences and human relations aspects. The class will consist of a combination of classroom instruction as well as field experiences. Each student will be given the opportunity to observe in the School District of Janesville classrooms. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. |
ASSISTANT CHILD CARE TEACHER A.C.C.T. Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Can earn state licensure if competency and attendance requirements are met. Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: TC Child Development Course Number: Semester B: 723422 |
The purpose of this course is to assist students in attaining the necessary skills needed to enter the world of work or post-secondary education in the childcare services field. Units include the childcare center environment, child guidance, establishing positive occupational relationships, professional development, food, and nutrition for children, health and safety, classroom activities & curriculum, and special needs. Observation of children and possible field trips should be expected. Students participating in this course have the opportunity to be licensed through the State of Wisconsin. |
TC CHILD DEVELOPMENT Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 722231 |
This course examines child development within the context of the early childhood education setting. Course competencies include: analyze social, cultural and economic influences on child development; summarize child development theories; analyze development of children age three through age eight; summarize the methods and designs of child development research; analyze the role of heredity and the environment; and examine the role of brain development in early learning (ages 3-8). Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. |
CULINARY ARTS I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 721621 OR Semester B: 721622 |
Explore a variety of different food preparation methods, develop cooking and measuring skills, and understand the function of ingredients, healthy eating, and current topics in nutrition & hunger in America. Major Topics: Safety & sanitation; grains, fruits & vegetables, proteins, meal planning. Some examples of Labs: Pizzas, cinnamon rolls, stir fry, fried rice. |
CULINARY ARTS II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Culinary Arts I Course Number: Semester A: 722021 OR Semester B: 722022 |
This course will expand on a variety of different food preparation methods, including quantity cooking, mass production, food safety and presentation. The skills learned throughout the course can be used in preparation for many food occupations. Expect to run a mini business with catering, restaurant and special food events and projects. Serve Safe curriculum will be used and students will be given an opportunity to prepare for National Restaurant Association certification. |
AS CULINARY ARTS III: PROSTART PART 1 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: Culinary Arts II or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 722031 |
This course is part of the ProStart Program. ProStart is a nationally recognized two-year School to- Career program designed by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association. ProStart teaches the basic skills and knowledge that students need for success in the foodservice industry. Students are offered instruction ranging from basic food preparation to accounting and cost control. In addition, there is an emphasis on safety and sanitation, communication, management, customer service, and workplace safety. At the conclusion of the safety and sanitation unit, the culinary lab experience, which includes soups, sauces, fruits, vegetables, and grains, will begin. There is an opportunity for work experience credit for students who are employed in the foodservice industry. Students will take the first part of a national credentialing exam at the conclusion of this course. |
AS CULINARY ARTS III: PROSTART PART 2 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Culinary Arts III: Part 1 or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester B: 722032 |
This course is part of the ProStart Program. ProStart is a nationally recognized two-year School to- Career program designed by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association. ProStart teaches the basic skills and knowledge that students need for success in the foodservice industry. Students are offered instruction ranging from basic food preparation to accounting and cost control. In addition, there is an emphasis on safety and sanitation, communication, management, customer service, and workplace safety. At the conclusion of the safety and sanitation unit, the culinary lab experience, which includes soups, sauces, fruits, vegetables, and grains, will begin. There is an opportunity for work experience credit for students who are employed in the foodservice industry. Students will take the first part of a national credentialing exam at the conclusion of this course. |
AS CULINARY ARTS IV: PROSTART PART 1 Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: Culinary Arts III: Part 2 or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 722041 |
This course is designed for those especially interested in pursuing a career in a Restaurant or Hospitality and Tourism. Students at the culmination of this course will take the ProStart National Exams and earn the National ProStart Certificate of Achievement. Students who successfully complete the 2-year program will receive certification from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) which will provide them with articulated college credit or advanced standing opportunities at some 30+ colleges and universities across the United States, along with many scholarship opportunities. Students will also work toward receiving SERV Safe® Sanitation Management Certification through the NRA which allows the student to get their sanitation managers license through the State of Wisconsin Health Department. As part of the practical learning process, students will have catering experiences through the high school. Students interested in pursuing this class as an option should intend on gaining employment in a related field to gain full certification. Students are encouraged to enroll in the FACS Coop concurrently if they are employed in a food service related occupation. |
AS CULINARY ARTS IV: PROSTART PART 2 Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Culinary Arts IV: Part 1 or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester B: 722042 |
This course is designed for those especially interested in pursuing a career in a Restaurant or Hospitality and Tourism. Students at the culmination of this course will take the ProStart National Exams and earn the National ProStart Certificate of Achievement. Students who successfully complete the 2-year program will receive certification from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) which will provide them with articulated college credit or advanced standing opportunities at some 30+ colleges and universities across the United States, along with many scholarship opportunities. Students will also work toward receiving SERV Safe® Sanitation Management Certification through the NRA which allows the student to get their sanitation managers license through the State of Wisconsin Health Department. As part of the practical learning process, students will have catering experiences through the high school. Students interested in pursuing this class as an option should intend on gaining employment in a related field to gain full certification. Students are encouraged to enroll in the FACS Coop concurrently if they are employed in a food service related occupation. |
AS MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 586521 |
This course should be taken by students interested in entering the healthcare field or learning the medical language. This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the medical language. Throughout this course, students will begin to understand/explore the wide variety of health care careers. Units of study include: In-depth study of word parts to pronounce, spell, build, analyze and define medical terms: Introduction to anatomy & terminology revolving around several body organs/systems. This course is also offered under Science. |
TC EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION: HEALTH, SAFETY, & NUTRITION Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 723111 OR Semester B: 723112 |
This course examines the topics of health, safety, and nutrition within the context of the early childhood educational setting. Course competencies include: integrate strategies that support diversity, cultural responsiveness, and anti-bias perspectives; examine governmental regulations and professional standards as they apply to health, safety, and nutrition; plan a safe early childhood environment; plan a healthy early childhood environment; plan nutritionally sound menus; examine child abuse and neglect issues and mandates; apply Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) risk reduction strategies, describe strategies to prevent the occurrence of Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) formerly known as Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS); incorporate health, safety, and nutrition concepts into the children's curriculum. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. |
TC EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION: INFANT & TODDLER DEVELOPMENT Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 723411 OR Semester B: 723412 |
This course you will study infant and toddler development as it applies to an early childhood education setting. Course competencies include: integrate strategies that support diversity, cultural responsiveness, and anti-bias perspectives; analyze development of infants and toddlers (conception to thirty-six months); correlate prenatal and postnatal conditions with development; summarize child development theories; analyze the role of heredity and the environment; examine culturally and developmentally appropriate environments for infants and toddlers, examine the role of brain development in early learning (conception through thirty-six months); examine caregiving routines as curriculum; and examine developmental and environmental assessment strategies for infants and toddlers. This course offers the enrichment activity of caring for a Real Care infant simulator as part of the learner experience. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. |
FACS CO-OP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Previous or concurrent enrollment in a FACS course Course Number: Semester A: 729521 AND Semester B: 729522 |
Employment opportunities exist in childcare, restaurants, and health care. Students will work in their chosen career area and receive pay and credit for on-the-job work experience. Students will receive release time from school for working at least 12-15 hours per week. COOP requirements include weekly work logs and quarterly employer completed evaluations. |
GLOBAL FOODS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Culinary Arts I Course Number: Semester A: 721821 OR Semester B: 721822 |
This course offers opportunities to explore and taste different cuisine from countries around the world as students use their cooking skills learned in Culinary Arts I. Students will investigate the geographical and cultural factors that influence the kinds of foods grown and eaten in each country. Students will come away with a broadened view of the world and deeper understanding of other cultures and ethnic cuisine. |
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 723021 OR Semester B: 723022 |
The field of Health Care is full of opportunities and growing rapidly every year. Students will have many opportunities to investigate the wide range of career opportunities in health. A variety of guest speakers and activities are offered during the semester. Students will study ethics, medical history, the health system, and medical terminology. This course is also offered under Health. |
PRINCIPLES OF BAKING Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Culinary Arts I Course Number: Semester A: 721921 OR Semester B: 721922 |
During this course, students will participate in activities and labs that link chemistry and food preparation. Students will investigate baking principles that affect the outcome of food products. This course will include different preparation techniques and ingredients. General lab activities include bread making, cake baking & decorating, desserts, pies and more |
MATHEMATICS SEQUENCES
MATHEMATICS SEQUENCES
TYPES OF SEQUENCE | Course Sequence: | |||
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Highly Accelerated Course Sequence: | Algebra II or Algebra II Honors |
AP Precalculus | AP Calculus AB or Math Electives (AP Stats, TC Stats, TC College Algebra & Trig w/ Apps) |
AP Calculus BC, AP Calculus AB, or Math Electives (AP Stats, TC Stats, TC College Algebra & Trig w/ Apps) |
Accelerated Course Sequence: | Geometry or Geometry Honors |
Algebra II or Algebra II Honors |
AP Precalculus | AP Calculus AB or Math Electives (AP Stats, TC Stats, TC College Algebra & Trig w/ Apps) |
Traditional Course Sequence: | Algebra I or Algebra I Honors |
Geometry or Geometry Honors |
Algebra II or Algebra II Honors |
AP Precalculus or Math Electives (AP Stats, TC Stats, TC College Algebra & Trig w/ Apps, Math for the Workplace, Math IV including Discrete Mathematics) |
Course | Course Description |
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TC ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE AB – JAVA (EM) Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AP Computer Science A - JAVA Course Number: Semester A: 684221 AND Semester B: 684222 |
This yearlong course is comparable to the second course in the introductory sequence for computer science majors in college. Advanced Computer Science AB is intended to serve both as a second step for computer science majors and as a course for students who will major in other disciplines that require significant involvement with technology. JAVA is a platform independent language, and the programs students write will compile successfully on all operating systems. Upon completion of the course, students will have finished the equivalent of a second semester course in college computer science. Students will be responsible for paying for the tuition, which is about one third of the cost as an undergraduate (approximately $300). This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
AP CALCULUS AB Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Precalculus Honors or Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 545021 AND Semester B: 545022 |
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to derivatives, integrations and their applications. This is university level calculus. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course. |
AP CALCULUS BC Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AP Calculus AB Course Number: Semester A: 545121 AND Semester B: 545122 |
This is a full year course in the calculus of functions of a single variable. It includes all topics covered in Calculus AB plus parametric, polar, and vector functions; improper integrals; differential equations; advanced integration techniques; polynomial approximations and series. This is university level calculus. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course. |
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A – JAVA (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 684321 AND Semester B: 684322 |
This yearlong course is comparable to the first course in the introductory sequence for computer science majors in college. The AP Computer Science A course is intended to serve both as an introductory course for computer science majors and as a course for students who will major in other disciplines that require significant involvement with technology. JAVA is a platform independent language and the programs students write will compile successfully on all operating systems. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 684521 AND Semester B: 684522 |
This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cyber-security concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. Together, these aspects of the course make up a rigorous and rich curriculum that aims to broaden participation in computer science. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
AP PRECALCULUS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra II or Algebra II Honors Course Number: Semester A: 544921 AND Semester B: 544922 |
Taking AP Precalculus prepares you for other college-level mathematics and science courses. During the course, you’ll explore everyday situations using mathematical tools and lenses. You’ll also develop an understanding of modeling and functions, and examine scenarios through multiple representations. The course framework outlines content and skills needed for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. Units of study include: Polynomial and Rational Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric and Polar Functions, and Functions involving Parameters, Vectors, and Matricies. |
AP STATISTICS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra II or Precalculus Honors Course Number: Semester A: 545221 AND Semester B: 545222 |
AP Statistics introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data. Students will explore patterns in data, plan and conduct a study through sampling and experimentation, anticipate patterns using probability and simulation, and estimate population parameters. Introductory statistics is typically required for majors such as social sciences, health sciences and business. Science, engineering and mathematics majors usually take an upper-level calculus-based course in statistics, for which the AP Statistics course is preparation. Students planning to enroll in college Calculus are encouraged to take this course concurrently with either AP Precalculus or AP Calculus. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course. |
ALGEBRA I Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 540121 AND Semester B: 540122 |
The fundamental purpose of this course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. Students will deepen and extend their understanding of linear and exponential relationships and engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions, as well as make sense of problems to solve. |
ALGEBRA I - HONORS Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 540021 AND Semester B: 540022 |
This course includes all topics covered in Algebra 1 and additional related content, such as linear programming. This course requires students to demonstrate deeper proficiencies related to the conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application of the standards. Students will apply the Math Practice Standards to solve complex problems that require multiple steps. |
ALGEBRA II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Geometry or Geometry Honors Course Number: Semester A: 543121 AND Semester B: 543122 |
Students will build on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, and extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions. They will work closely with expressions and continue to expand their abilities to model situations and solve equations, such as exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. Students will make sense of problem situations to solve. |
ALGEBRA II - HONORS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Geometry, Geometry Honors, or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 543441 AND Semester B: 543442 |
This course includes all topics covered in Algebra II and additional content standards, such as inverse relations and functions and matrices. This course requires students to demonstrate deeper proficiencies related to the conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application of the standards. Students will apply the Math Practice Standards to solve complex problems that require multiple steps. |
TC COLLEGE ALGEBRA & TRIGONOMETRY w/ APPS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Semester, Two Hour Block Prerequisites: Algebra II, Algebra II Honors, or Precalculus Honors Course Number: Semester A: 544141 OR Semester B: 544142 (one course number registers student for both hours) |
This course covers those skills needed for success in Calculus and many application areas on a baccalaureate level. Topics include the real and complex number systems, polynomials, exponents, radicals, solving equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), matrices, graphing, conic sections, sequences and series, combinatories, and the binomial theorem. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting a nontranscripted credit (TC) course. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I (EM) Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 681121 OR Semester B: 681122 |
Computer Programming I is a beginning programming course. Students will learn a modern object orientated programming language that produces programs for Macintosh or Windows machines. Students will design programs that will include music, audio, movies, graphics and interactive real-world applications. These projects will emphasize communication of ideas and information available to a wide range of student interests. This will allow for a smooth transition to other languages such as JAVA and C++. Topics include the use of algorithms and variables with decision and repeat structures. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II (EM) Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Computer Programming I Course Number: Semester A: 681221 OR Semester B: 681222 |
Computer Programming II is the advanced programming course that expands upon the computing knowledge and skills acquired in the Computer Programming I class. Students will learn advanced programming techniques. Multimedia projects will include the use of video and sound technologies. The emphasis will be on effective communication of ideas and information through high level programming strategies involving objects and classes. These strategies include control structures and the handling of numerical and textual data through functions and classes. This course is also offered under Computer Science. |
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design and Algebra I or Algebra I Honors Course Number: Semester A: 782221 AND Semester B: 782222 |
Digital Electronics introduces students to the fundamentals and applications of digital electronics, programmable logic controls, and the application of electronic circuits and devices. Students will design and test digital circuitry through a blend of hands-on and academic activities. This course is also offered under Technology and Engineering. |
GEOMETRY Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I or Algebra I Honors Course Number: Semester A: 543021 AND Semester B: 543022 |
The fundamental purpose of this course is to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences. Students explore complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Course content will also include transformations. Students will make sense of problem situations to solve. |
GEOMETRY - HONORS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I, Algebra I Honors, or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 542021 AND Semester B: 542022 |
This course includes all topics covered in Geometry and additional content standards, such as applications of the Law of Sines and Cosines to find unknown measurements in triangles. This course requires students to demonstrate deeper proficiencies related to the conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application of the standards. Students will apply the Math Practice Standards to solve complex problems that require multiple steps. |
INTEGRATED MATH IV INCLUDING DISCRETE MATHEMATICS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Algebra II or Algebra II Honors Course Number: Semester A: 542441 AND/OR Semester B: 542442 |
INTEGRATED MATH IV INCLUDING DISCRETE MATHEMATICS A: This course will analyze the common core math standards beyond those previously learned in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Students will learn about the complex number system, logic statements, and advanced topics in trigonometry and geometry, and they will focus on how to apply these topics to real-world situations. This course will also help prepare students for the ACT and placement tests at the post-secondary level. INTEGRATED MATH IV INCLUDING DISCRETE MATHEMATICS B: This course will analyze the common core math standards beyond those previously learned in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Students will learn about a variety of math systems, such as modular arithmetic, matrices, and additional content related to statistics and probability. They will focus on how to apply these topics to real-world situations. This course will also help prepare students for the ACT and placement tests at the post-secondary level. Students do not need to take Integrated Math IV Including Discrete Mathematics A to be enrolled in this course. |
TC INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Algebra II, Algebra II Honors, or Precalculus Honors Course Number: Semester A: 545321 OR Semester B: 545322 |
Students taking Introductory Statistics display data with graphs, describe distributions with numbers perform correlation and regression analyses, and design experiments. They use probability and distributions to make predictions, estimate parameters, and test hypotheses. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting a non-transcripted credit (TC) course. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see your counselor before requesting courses. |
AS MATH FOR THE WORKPLACE Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra II Course Number: Semester A: 545131 AND Semester B: 545132 |
This course begins with the basic principles of arithmetic as applied to typical manufacturing and construction problems and continues with the study of the properties of circles, volumes and surface areas of various solids, an introduction to practical algebra and trigonometric principles used in solving right triangles as well as applications of the sine and cosine law in solving oblique triangles. |
MATH STRATEGIES I Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Take concurrently with Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 541111 AND Semester B: 541112 |
This math intervention course is designed to be taken simultaneously with Algebra 1. Students will work on developing the essential math skills that are the foundation of the high school math curriculum. Students will also learn and practice different strategies to help them succeed in their core math class. Students should also be enrolled in Algebra 1. This course does not meet mathematics graduation requirements. |
MATH STRATEGIES II Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Take concurrently with Geometry Course Number: Semester A: 542321 AND Semester B: 542322 |
This math intervention course is designed to be taken simultaneously with Geometry. Students will work on developing the essential math skills that are the foundation of the high school math curriculum. Students will also learn and practice different strategies to help them succeed in their core math class. Students should also be enrolled in Geometry. This course does not meet mathematics graduation requirements. |
MATH STRATEGIES III Offered at Parker Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Take concurrently with Algebra II Course Number: Semester A: 543221 AND Semester B: 543222 |
This math intervention course is designed to be taken simultaneously with Algebra II. Students will work on developing the essential math skills that are the foundation of the high school math curriculum. Students will also learn and practice different strategies to help them succeed in their core math class. Students should also be enrolled in Algebra 2. This course does not meet mathematics graduation requirements. |
MUSIC
MUSIC
Course Type | Course Sequence: | |||
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Orchestra Course Sequence: | Philharmonic Orchestra | Philharmonic Orchestra or Symphonic Orchestra | ||
Band Course Sequence: | Concert Band | Concert Band, Symphonic Band, or Wind Ensemble | ||
Craig Choir Course Sequence: | Serenade Choir (Soprano & Alto Voices) | Serenade Choir, Bella Voce, or Cantorum Choir | ||
Craig Choir Course Sequence: | Power Chords (Tenor & Bass Voices) | Power Chords or Cantorum Choir | ||
Parker Choir Course Sequence: | Aurora Choir (Soprano & Alto Voices) | Aurora Choir, Bel Canto Choir, or Cantorum Choir | ||
Parker Choir Course Sequence: | Viking Choir (Tenor & Bass Voices) | Viking Choir or Cantorum Choir |
Course | Course Sequence |
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ADVANCED CANTORUM CHOIR - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 764821 AND Semester B: 764822 |
This rigorous course provides students who are developing their vocal skills at a high level the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities through a variety of demanding performance opportunities. Students taking this course are seeking opportunities beyond the expectations of a comprehensive choral music education. Leadership skills will be enhanced through active participation as section leaders. Individual expectations, demanding rehearsal requirements, and additional state/community programs complete a list of involvements that are designed to promote musical excellence and real-world applications of responsibility, cooperation, and assertiveness. |
ACCELERATED ORCHESTRA - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 766221 AND Semester B: 766222 |
This rigorous course provides students with evolving instrumental skills the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities through a variety of demanding performance opportunities. A portfolio of summative student work will be produced in addition to classroom activities. Demanding rehearsal requirements, leadership opportunities, and additional state/community programs complete a list of possible involvements that are designed to promote real world applications of responsibility, cooperation, and assertiveness. |
ACCELERATED WIND ENSEMBLE - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 762821 AND Semester B: 762822 |
This rigorous course provides students who are developing their instrumental performance skills at a high level the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities through a variety of demanding performance opportunities. Students taking this course are seeking opportunities beyond the expectations of the comprehensive instrumental curriculum. Leadership skills will be enhanced through active participation as section leaders. Individual expectations, demanding rehearsal requirements, and additional state/community programs complete a list of involvements that are designed to promote musical excellence and real-world applications of responsibility, cooperation, and assertiveness. |
AP MUSIC THEORY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Introduction to Music Theory / Music History or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 766401 AND Semester B: 766402 |
Music oriented students will be exposed to a rigorous, systematic study of the musical process. Students will become competent in rhythm, melody, keyboard studies, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, tonality, sight-singing, part writing, composition, and electronic music. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. Depending on the number of students registered at each school, this course may or may not be a site-specific class. |
AURORA CHOIR Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 753541 AND Semester B: 753542 |
Aurora Choir is a curricular Level I choir for 9th-12th grade sopranos and altos. Emphasis is placed on the development of proper singing technique during the changing voice. The curriculum focuses on healthy and efficient vocal production, ensemble techniques, choral repertoire from varied cultures, time periods, and styles, and music literacy through regular sight-singing, ear-training, and music theory. The choir will participate in concerts and festivals throughout the school year. |
BEL CANTO CHOIR Offered at Parker Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 764921 AND Semester B: 764922 |
This course is catered towards the workings of soprano and alto voices. Students selected will be expected to exhibit a high degree of competence in musical and vocal skills. Work in the Bel Canto Choir will center around techniques in using the singing voice for both solo and ensemble work. Understanding will be gained in music of many periods and styles, although the “classics” of choral literature are highly emphasized. Through musical analysis and performance, Bel Canto Choir students are engaged in exploring great music. Attendance is required at all scheduled performances. Students are encouraged to participate in the musical and District Solo and Ensemble Festival. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
BELLA VOCE Offered at Craig Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 764021 AND Semester B: 764022 |
This course is catered towards the workings of soprano and alto voices. Students selected will be expected to exhibit a high degree of competence in musical and vocal skills. Work in the Bella Voce Choir will center around techniques in using the singing voice for both solo and ensemble work. Understanding will be gained in music of many periods and styles, although the “classics” of choral literature are highly emphasized. Through musical analysis and performance, Bella Voce Choir students are engaged in exploring great music. Attendance is required at all scheduled performances. Students are encouraged to participate in the musical and District Solo and Ensemble Festival. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
CANTORUM Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 764521 AND Semester B: 764522 |
Students selected will be expected to exhibit a high degree of competence in musical and vocal skills. Work in the Cantorum Choir will center around techniques in using the singing voice for both solo and ensemble work. Understanding will be gained in music of many periods and styles, although the “classics” of choral literature are highly emphasized. Through musical analysis and performance, Cantorum Choir students are engaged in exploring great music. Students electing Cantorum Choir must audition with the instructor. Students are encouraged to participate in the Musical and District Solo and Ensemble Festival. The choir usually participates in at least 4 concerts. Attendance is required at all scheduled performances. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
CONCERT BAND Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: 8th Grade Band or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 761021 AND Semester B: 761022 |
This is the freshman band. This band performs a wide variety of music, with emphasis placed on continued growth and development of playing skills, as well as ensemble performance skills. During the first quarter, emphasis is on preparation for marching band performances at parades and home football games. This includes some required outside-of-class rehearsals; these rehearsals do not conflict with other sports practices or games. During the remaining three quarters, students perform at several concerts. Outside-of-school performances are a class requirement. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Students also participate in the pep band which performs at a number of home athletic events. Students will receive information on the summer band camp. Participation in District Solo and Ensemble Festival is optional and encouraged. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY / MUSIC HISTORY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 766421 OR Semester B: 766422 |
This course is an introduction to Music Theory and Music History. Basic music theory concepts will be introduced such as note names, rhythmic structures, scales, key signatures and other foundational music concepts. This course will also focus on music from all periods (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century) and its composers. Students who are interested in taking AP Music Theory are encouraged to take this course. |
JAZZ ENSEMBLE Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 761621 AND Semester B: 761622 |
Jazz Ensemble is a performance group that will rehearse and perform a variety of jazz music from all associated musical eras including, but not limited to, big bands, progressive, blues, Dixieland, modern, fusion and bebop. Students will also study the origins and history of jazz music. Written and performance assignments and assessments will be used. The Jazz Ensemble is open to all students. Instrumentation includes brass and woodwind instruments as well as piano, guitar, and bass guitar, drum set and mallet percussion instruments. Students must have played an instrument for at least one year. |
MOVIES & MUSIC Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 767021 OR Semester B: 767022 |
This class is one semester and is intended to look at how music can improve, affect or even detract from the story that is being presented on screen. There is also an emphasis on various aspects of the craft of making movies. We will follow primarily a historic timeline beginning with the first commercially successful “talking” picture through musicals, movies with political overtones, action, horror and science fiction. After each film we view, you will have short writing assignments to be completed on your Chromebook in class that will include some technical information about the film as well as your reactions to the story and the music. There may also be a number of written tests and/or quizzes that will assess what you have learned. Some of the testing may include identifying the source and title of musical examples that will be played for you. |
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY I Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 763001 OR Semester B: 763002 |
This course introduces students to the study of music technology and music fundamentals. It features the latest developments in music technology, such as synthesizers, computers, and recording equipment. The historical aspects of music technology will be discussed from early M.I.D.I. (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) applications to the latest equipment and computer software. A variety of compositional software will be used such as Sibelius, Finale, Audacity and Garage Band. Students will learn basic piano keyboard techniques as well as how to arrange music for everything from Bach Chorales to Popular Music for a variety of instruments and voices. Students will learn a variety of computer note entries as well as basic recording techniques. |
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY II Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Music Technology I or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 763011 OR Semester B: 763012 |
This course will explore real-life applications of microphones, recording equipment, video and audio editing and applications in concert settings. Students will work directly with the equipment found in the recording studio and in the auditorium. This is a class designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in sound engineering or another music technology field. |
PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: 8th Grade Orchestra or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 766021 AND Semester B: 766022 |
Students in this ensemble are involved in exploring new techniques to develop musicianship. The music performed by the orchestra is selected for expanding the scope of musical understanding and for improving the technical skills of the students enrolled. Music of many periods and styles are studied and opportunity is offered for chamber ensemble performance. Attendance is required at all performances. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
POWER CHORDS Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 764311 AND Semester B: 764312 |
Power Chords is a curricular Level I choir for 9th-12th grade tenors and basses. Emphasis is placed on the development of proper singing technique during the changing voice. The curriculum focuses on healthy and efficient vocal production, ensemble techniques, choral repertoire from varied cultures, time periods and styles, and music literacy through regular sight-singing, ear-training, and music theory. The choir will participate in concerts and festivals throughout the school year. |
SERENADE CHOIR Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 763021 AND Semester B: 763022 |
Serenade Choir is a curricular Level I choir for 9th-12th grade sopranos and altos. Emphasis is placed on the development of proper singing technique during the changing voice. The curriculum focuses on healthy and efficient vocal production, ensemble techniques, choral repertoire from varied cultures, time periods, and styles, and music literacy through regular sight-singing, ear-training, and music theory. The choir will participate in concerts and festivals throughout the school year. |
SYMPHONIC BAND Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Concert Band Course Number: Semester A: 761521 AND Semester B: 761522 |
This is the intermediate level band. This band performs a wide variety of music, with emphasis placed on continued growth and development of playing skills, as well as ensemble performance skills. During the first quarter, emphasis is on preparation for marching band performances at parades and home football games. This includes some required outside-of-class rehearsals. During the remaining three quarters, students perform at several concerts. Outside-of-school performances are a class requirement. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Students also participate in the pep band which performs at a number of home athletic events. Students will receive information on the summer band camp. Participation in District Solo and Ensemble Festival is optional and encouraged. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Philharmonic Orchestra and Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 766121 AND Semester B: 766122 |
Students selected for this ensemble have demonstrated the musicianship necessary to perform intermediate to advanced literature for orchestra. Emphasis is placed on developing musicianship, musical sensitivity, and performance skills in large and small ensembles. Attendance is required at all performances. Students may repeat for credit each semester or year. |
THEATER DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester B: 783522 |
Theater Design and Construction will expose students to set design and construction as well as theatrical lighting and sound in this hands-on class. Students will be making the sets and props for the current musical/theatrical productions as well as working with sounds and lighting for the shows. This course may be taken multiple academic years for credit. This course is also offered under Technology and Engineering. |
VIKING CHOIR Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 753531 OR Semester B: 753532 |
The Viking Choir is a curricular Level I choir for 9th-12th grade tenors and basses. Emphasis is placed on the development of proper singing technique during the changing voice. The curriculum focuses on healthy and efficient vocal production, ensemble techniques, choral repertoire from varied cultures, time periods and styles, and music literacy through regular sight-singing, ear-training, and music theory. The choir will participate in concerts and festivals throughout the school year. |
WIND ENSEMBLE Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Audition Course Number: Semester A: 762021 AND Semester B: 762022 |
This ensemble is composed of select musicians who have demonstrated the musicianship necessary to perform more advanced works for wind ensemble or full band. Emphasis is placed on the development of musicianship, aesthetic sensitivity, and performance skills. During the first quarter, emphasis is on preparation for marching band performances at parades and home football games. This includes some required outside of class rehearsals; these rehearsals do not conflict with other sports practices or games. During the remaining three quarters, students perform at several concerts. Outside-of-school performances are a class requirement. Practice time outside of class is required and considered vital to the student’s growth on his/her instrument. Students also participate in the pep band which performs at a number of home athletic events. Students will receive information on the summer band camp. Participation in District Solo and Ensemble Festival is optional and encouraged. Grading is based on performance and written assessments. Students may repeat for credit each year. |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Course Sequence by Grade Level | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
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Core Course Sequence: | Core Physical Education 9 | Core Phy Ed 10-12 or Phy Ed Electives (Team Sports, Lifetime Health & Fitness, Lifeguarding, Strength, Agility, & Conditioning, Pre-Cadet Leadership, Athletic Performance & Training) |
Core Phy Ed 10-12 or Phy Ed Electives (Team Sports, Lifetime Health & Fitness, Lifeguarding, Strength, Agility, & Conditioning, Pre-Cadet Leadership, Cadet Leadership, Athletic Performance & Training) |
Core Phy Ed 10-12 or Phy Ed Electives (Team Sports, Lifetime Health & Fitness, Lifeguarding, Strength, Agility, & Conditioning, Adventure Phy Ed, Cadet Leadership, Athletic Performance & Training) |
Strength Course Sequence: | Freshman Weight Training (Cannot be taken in place of Core 9) |
Strength, Agility & Conditioning I (if student has NOT taken Freshman Weight Training or Strength, Agility & Conditioning I) or Strength, Agility & Conditioning II (if student HAS taken Freshman Weight Training or Strength, Agility & Conditioning I) |
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ADVENTURE PHYSICAL EDUCATION Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Senior Status, All Phy Ed Requirements Met, Comfort in Deep Water Course Number: Semester A: 565221 OR Semester B: 565222 |
Adventure physical education will include the following stages of adventure:
Fitness workouts and team sports will also be part of the curriculum. |
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Age 15 by end of course and Passed ARC Level IV or able to swim 300 yards front crawl & breaststroke Course Number: Semester A: 565121 OR Semester B: 565122 |
Upon completion of required skills and receiving 80% or better on written tests, students will become certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. American Red Cross training makes learning fun and easy. Through classroom learning and hands-on practice, students will learn:
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ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE & TRAINING Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Core Phy Ed 9 or Freshman Weight Training Course Number: Semester A: 565311 OR Semester B: 565312 |
This course is designed to effectively and safely take you to the next level in your athletic performance. Each day you will complete a group workout specifically designed to improve your overall strength, power, explosiveness, speed, agility and endurance with a continual emphasis on overall physical athletic performance. Students will train in an environment that will breed success in the training setting that will carry over to the competition level. Competitive warm-ups, dynamic Olympic lifts, and explosive speed and agility drills will be used on a weekly basis. Each student should expect to train at a high level during class with an overall focus on becoming more athletic through movement education. |
CORE PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADE 9 Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 561021 OR Semester B: 561022 |
Curriculum covered in this course is intended for personal fitness improvement, enjoyment of lifetime activities and overall wellness. Students will participate in a variety of units that balance fitness, individual sports and team sports. The focus of the fitness unit is for students to acquire knowledge about the components of fitness, learn about the benefits of exercise and participate in fitness activities. Individual sports include, but not limited to, badminton, swim, pickle ball and weight training. Team sports include, but are not limited to, ultimate, basketball, speedball and soccer. |
CORE PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADES 10-12 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 562021 OR Semester B: 562022 |
Core Physical Education for 10th, 11th, & 12th grade is designed for the students who want to continue developing the basic skills and knowledge to participate in a variety of activities. The curriculum covered in this course is intended for personal fitness improvement, enjoyment of lifetime activity and overall wellness. The curriculum could include but is not limited to: Badminton, tennis, pickleball, fitness conditioning, basketball, slow pitch softball, volleyball, soccer, ultimate games and other team sports. The first semester passed will count as the required physical education credit for graduation, second semester will count towards a passed elective credit. Students must take PE credits over 3 years. |
FRESHMAN WEIGHT TRAINING Grades: 9 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 564011 OR Semester B: 564012 |
As students enter high school, it is a time when many students want to weight train seriously and with a purpose. Without proper knowledge of training and safety students can be putting themselves at risk for injuries. Freshman weight training will help to ensure students have the knowledge to be successful and benefit from strength training. |
LIFETIME HEALTH & FITNESS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 564021 AND/OR Semester B: 564022 |
This class is designed to help students improve their fitness knowledge and fitness levels. The class is broken into a combination of classroom and activity days. Students will participate in a variety of cardiovascular activities, flexibility training, muscular strength and endurance, and resistance training activities. The emphasis of this course is to introduce the students to a wide variety of personal fitness concepts that they may actively engage in outside of the classroom. Classroom topics include fitness strategies, nutrition, dieting, body image & composition, basic anatomy and physiology, and development of a personal fitness plan. The goal of the class is to provide instruction while enjoying the execution of activities that lead to a lifetime of wellness. Some of the activities covered in this course may include: interval workouts on cardiovascular equipment, agility activities, fitness activities using bosu balls, resistance bands, stability ball equipment, step aerobics, Pilates, yoga, water activities, Zumba, self-defense and an ongoing strength training workout that focuses on each student’s personal fitness goal. The first semester passed will count as the required physical education credit for graduation, second semester will count towards a passed elective credit. Students must take PE credits over 3 years. |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Instructor Consent Course Number: Semester A: 568721 OR Semester B: 568722 |
Alternative physical education is a semester course in which students will participate in physical activities to promote wellness. The activities can be but are not limited to walking, weightlifting, basketball, volleyball, tennis, water games, kickball, badminton, and paddleball. Students will participate in daily physical activities. They will learn the rules and promote classroom safety. |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION CADET LEADERSHIP Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Pre-Cadet Leadership Course Number: Semester A: 563121 AND/OR Semester B: 563122 |
This course provides opportunities for the students to use and strengthen their leadership skills. They assist the physical education teacher in a variety of ways which include but are not limited to: leading warm-ups, equipment set up, officiating and the development of skills The first semester passed will count as the required physical education credit for graduation, second semester will count towards a passed elective credit. Students must take PE credits over 3 years. |
PRE-CADET LEADERSHIP CLASS Grades: 10, 11 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Application and Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 563021 AND Semester B: 563022 |
This course is a comprehensive program focusing on: positive leadership skills; skills needed to assist the physical education instructor and students in class; learning the rules and skills to participate and officiate in the various activities offered at the high school level. After completion of the class the student is required to be a cadet Leader for a minimum of 1 semester during their junior/senior year. |
STRENGTH, AGILITY, & CONDITIONING I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 564121 OR Semester B: 564122 |
In Strength, Agility, and Conditioning I, students will gain an understanding of training principles and their application to the achievement and maintenance of physical fitness. Fundamental comprehension of strength and conditioning concepts will be gained through the completion of this course. These concepts include, but are not limited to: strength training principles, energy systems, and program design. Students will gain knowledge necessary to develop training programs based on their individual needs and goals. |
STRENGTH, AGILITY, & CONDITIONING II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: Freshman Weight Training or Strength, Agility, & Conditioning II Course Number: Semester A: 565411 AND/OR Semester B: 565412 |
In Strength, Agility, and Conditioning II, students will further their understanding of training principles and their application to the achievement and maintenance of physical fitness. A more detailed approach to strength and conditioning concepts will take place in this course. Most importantly, program design will be emphasized. Students will demonstrate their understanding of strength and conditioning concepts through the development and implementation of individualized training programs. The first semester passed will count as the required physical education credit for graduation, second semester will count towards a passed elective credit. Students must take PE credits over 3 years. |
TEAM SPORTS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 or 1.0 Length: Semester or Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 564221 OR Semester B: 565222 |
This course is designed for the physical education student that is interested in participating in various team sports. Students will develop a deeper understanding of the rules and regulations of each sport, and more in-depth strategies of each sport. Students will also be working on physical fitness through the components of skill related fitness (agility, balance, coordination, power, and reaction time and speed). The following sports may be covered, but are not limited to: soccer, speedball, flag football, zone football, team handball, volleyball, swim activities, softball, basketball, mat ball, floor hockey, bowling, tennis, ultimate, etc. The first semester passed will count as the required physical education credit for graduation, second semester will count towards a passed elective credit. Students must take PE credits over 3 years. |
SCIENCE
SCIENCE
Course Sequence by Grade Level | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
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Accelerated Course Sequence: | Chemistry Honors | AP Biology | AP Science Courses and Science Electives (AP Chemistry, AP Physics I or II, AP Environmental Science, AS Physics, Anatomy & Physiology, Applied Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Forensic Science I & II, Genetics I & II, Medical Terminology, Principles of Engineering, Earth Science I & II) |
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Traditional Course Sequence: | Biology or Biology Honors | Chemistry Honors, Chemistry, AS Physics, or Physical Science | AP Science Courses and Science Electives (AP Chemistry, AP Physics I or II, AP Biology, AP Environmental Science, AS Physics, Anatomy & Physiology, Applied Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Forensic Science I & II, Genetics I & II, Medical Terminology, Principles of Engineering, Earth Science I & II) |
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PLTW Biomedical Cours Sequence: | Principles of Biomedical Science | Human Body Systems | Medical Interventions | Biomedical Innovation |
Course | Course Description |
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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Craig – Semester Parker – Semester A Only Prerequisites: 1 Credit of a Life Science Course Number: Semester A: 586121 OR Semester B: 586122 |
During this course, students will examine the structure and complex functioning of the human body. Students will complete a unit on human tissues, and will begin a detailed analysis of human body systems. Students will participate in data collection laboratory activities, small dissections, and relevant projects related to the systems being studied. |
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Craig – Semester Parker – Semester B Only Prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology I Course Number: Semester A: 586221 OR Semester B: 586222 |
During this course, students will examine the structure and complex functioning of the human body. Students will participate in a detailed analysis of several human body systems. Students will complete lab activities including a detailed dissection of a representative mammal. |
AS ANIMAL SCIENCE ES Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Small Animal Care Course Number: Semester A: 621521 OR Semester B: 621522 |
This course is designed to give students an advanced knowledge of production animals and the science that is surrounding the industry. Students will learn about the structural functions of reproduction, digestion, nervous, muscular and endocrine systems. Students will gain an understanding of technical areas such as growth hormones, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, heat synchronization, and cloning to improve efficient livestock production. Science based inquiry, group collaboration in problem solving, and hands-on laboratories activities will be included. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. This course is also offered under Agricultural Sciences. |
AP BIOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chemistry or Chemistry Honors Course Number: Semester A: 582321 AND Semester B: 582322 |
The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of an introductory college biology course usually taken by life science majors during their first year. The goal of this course is to develop a conceptual framework for exploring and studying modern biology. Content will be covered at a rigorous pace, and laboratory work will stimulate scientific inquiry and critical thinking. The course will cover 4 unifying themes of biology (evolution, system interactions, energetics, and information storage and transmission) through the study of cell biology metabolism, cell communication, genetics, gene expression, evolution, and ecology. Focus will be placed on developing universal scientific practices. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP CHEMISTRY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chemistry or Chemistry Honors, and Geometry or Geometry Honors Course Number: Semester A: 583221 AND Semester B: 583222 |
This is a demanding college-level course. Topics include atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, physical and chemical changes, thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, and electrochemistry. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I and 2 credits of Science or Wildlife Ecology & Field Study Course Number: Semester A: 623231 AND Semester B: 623232 |
AP Environmental Science will provide 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. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. This course is also offered under Agricultural Sciences. |
AP PHYSICS I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Geometry or Geometry Honors Course Number: Semester A: 584121 AND Semester B: 584122 |
AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of Physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: kinematics; dynamics; circular motion and gravitation; energy; momentum; simple harmonic motion; torque and rotational motion. Who might want to take AP Physics 1: Anyone curious about understanding the rule book of the universe that reality follows! Recommended for students interested in studying science; teaching science, engineering, astronomy, robotics, architecture, environmental science, medicine, nursing, and other careers in the medical field. |
AP PHYSICS II Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: AS Physics or AP Physics I Course Number: Semester A: 584221 AND Semester B: 584222 |
AP Physics II is a continuation of the topics covered in AP Physics I. This course will cover fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclear physics. Students will gain knowledge through class discussion, problem solving, and laboratory activities. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Biology, Biology Honors, AP Biology, or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 582521 OR Semester B: 582522 |
Students will develop the skills and lab techniques required to research bacteria. Multiple lab investigations, including cultivation and isolation are required so that students can independently identify bacterial species. These techniques can be applied in biotechnology fields of research such as cancer research, genetic recombination therapy, and industrial applications. |
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING (ES) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Alternate Year at Parker: Offered 2024-2025 Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design and Geometry or Geometry Honors Course Number: Semester A: 782121 AND Semester B: 782122 |
The major focus of the Aerospace Engineering course is to expose students to the world of aeronautics, flight and engineering. Students will be introduced to the Project Lead the Way activity-based, project-based, and problem-based learning through exploring the world of aerospace engineering. Students should have experience in physics, mathematics and technology education. They will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of aerospace problems. This course is also offered under Technology Education. |
BIOLOGY Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 582121 AND Semester B: 582122 |
This introductory survey course is designed to help students develop a better understanding of living things and of life functions, as well as develop their scientific skills. Units studied include genetics, evolution, and ecology. |
BIOLOGY - HONORS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 582021 AND Semester B: 582022 |
This course is designed to help students develop a better understanding of living things and of life functions, as well as develop their scientific skills. Units studied include genetics, evolution, and ecology. Additional topics include system interactions and energetics. |
BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Medical Interventions Course Number: Semester A: 586211 AND Semester B: 586212 |
Students build on the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design their own innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. |
CHEMISTRY Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 581031 AND Semester B: 581032 |
Chemistry is a physical science course where students study the composition and physical and chemical properties of various forms of matter. For instance, students identify substances, and the ways they interact, combine and change. Topics of study include items such as the metric system, atomic structure, bonding, the periodic table, chemical equations, gas laws, solutions, and acids and bases. Students in this course will work with chemical equations and solve problems. Chemistry includes applications of math and requires a working knowledge of algebra. |
CHEMISTRY - HONORS Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 583121 AND Semester B: 583122 |
The main topics studied are the metric system, problem solving, matter, atomic structure, bonding, the periodic table, periodic relationships, chemical equations, kinetic molecular theory, gas laws, solutions, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases and salts. Faster pacing of chemical topics will include a more in-depth study of equilibrium and acid & base topics. A solid Algebra background is necessary to comprehend the math concepts in this course. This course is designed for students planning to take AP Chemistry or pursue a science career. Chemistry is recommended for a career in health, as well as careers requiring a technical or technological background. |
EARTH SCIENCE I Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 586011 |
The Earth Science course is designed to give a better understanding of our planet and universe. It gives an introduction to several areas that may be of interest as career choices. Topics studied during the first semester (Earth Science I) are geology, astronomy, mineralogy, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes. This course does not meet the physical science course requirement. |
EARTH SCIENCE II Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester B: 586022 |
The Earth Science course is designed to give a better understanding of our planet and universe. It gives an introduction to several areas that may be of interest as career choices. Topics studied during second semester (Earth Science II) are cartography, oceanography, and meteorology. This course does not meet the physical science course requirement. |
FORENSIC SCIENCE I Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: Physical Science or Chemistry or Chemistry Honors and Biology or Biology Honors Course Number: Semester A: 586321 |
This course is designed to introduce the science of solving crimes. Students will apply science and math principles to the analysis of evidence. Semester A will include crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, trace evidence including hairs, fibers, tire & footwear impressions, toolmarks, forensic odontology and ballistics. The content will be relevant, engaging, explorative, and very hands-on. Students are not required to take Forensic Science II in order to take Forensic Science I. |
FORENSIC SCIENCE II Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: Physical Science or Chemistry or Chemistry Honors and Biology or Biology Honors Course Number: Semester B: 586322 |
This course is designed to introduce the science of solving crimes. Students will apply science and math principles to the analysis of evidence. Semester B will include evidence collection, blood spatter analysis, DNA evidence, arson & explosions, drugs, and toxicology, forensic anthropology and entomology, and death investigation. The content will be relevant, engaging, explorative, and very hands-on. Students are not required to take Forensic Science I in order to take Forensic Science II. |
GENETICS I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Biology or Biology Honors Course Number: Semester A: 585021 OR Semester B: 585022 |
During this course, students will concentrate on one of the units in general biology - genetics. DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, mitosis, and meiosis will be reviewed and expanded upon. Problems involving the various patterns of inheritance will be solved by using pedigrees, Punnett squares, and the laws of probability. There is an emphasis on human genetics. Genetic disorders will be studied along with genetic screening and counseling |
GENETICS II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Biology or Biology Honors and Genetics I Course Number: Semester A: 585031 OR Semester B: 585032 |
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the importance genes play in our health. In addition, students will develop an appreciation for gene therapies and technologies which have the potential to greatly improve quality of life. Technologies involving bioinformatics, stem cells, gene therapy, forensics, and genetic counseling will be expanded upon. Students will have the opportunity to conduct a DNA sequencing lab. |
HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Biology or Biology Honors and Principles of Biomedical Science Course Number: Semester A: 586111 AND Semester B: 586112 |
Through projects such as determining the identity of a skeleton using both forensic anthropology and DNA analysis, students examine the interactions of human body systems and apply what they know to solve real-world medical cases. |
INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY SCIENCE (ES) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Small Animal Care I or AS Animal Science (ES) Course Number: Semester A: 622021 OR Semester B: 622022 |
This course is designed for students who have a sincere interest in a career related to small animals. Students planning to become a veterinarian, small animal technician, animal scientist, or animal researcher, then this course is highly recommended. Topics to be discussed include medical terminology, anatomy, careers, safety, health, reproduction, scientific research and animal welfare. Each student will complete hands-on veterinary skills including weighing an animal, diagnosis and administering a treatment, cleaning, clipping, grooming, and practicing mock surgery procedures. A school or community animal awareness project will be developed and facilitated through the course. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. This course is also offered under Agricultural Sciences |
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Biology, Biology Honors, AP Biology, or Consent of Instructor Course Number: Semester A: 582621 OR Semester B: 582622 |
This course focuses on viruses to start with, and includes a survey of infectious diseases caused by both viruses and bacteria. Units will also include epidemiology, microbe host interactions, the immune response, HIV, bio-weapons, and a survey of systemic infections. Students should expect to develop an understanding of infectious diseases and the prevention/control of its spread. |
MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Human Body Systems Course Number: Semester A: 582631 AND Semester B: 582632 |
Students follow the life of a fictitious family and investigate how to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. This is a lab-heavy course that provides students many opportunities to practice their biotech skills. |
AS MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 586521 |
This course should be taken by students interested in entering the healthcare field or learning the medical language. This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the medical language. Throughout this course, students will begin to understand/explore the wide variety of health care careers. Units of study include: In-depth study of word parts to pronounce, spell, build, analyze and define medical terms: Introduction to anatomy & terminology revolving around several body organs/systems. This course counts as elective credit only; it does not count toward required science credits. This course is also offered under Family and Consumer Science. |
PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grades: 10 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 581121 AND Semester B: 581122 |
This math-based curriculum covers introductory concepts of chemistry and physics. Chemistry topics include measurement, tools of science including the scientific method, matter (physical and chemical properties and changes, classification, structure, and the periodic table), and chemical reactions. Physics topics include forces (related to motion, work and power, energy, heat) and waves (characteristics, light and sound). This course can not be taken for credit if a student has already taken Chemistry or Physics. |
AS PHYSICS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Geometry Course Number: Semester A: 584111 AND Semester B: 584112 |
Physics aids students in synthesizing the fundamental concepts and principles concerning matter and energy through the laboratory study of kinematics, dynamics, vectors, wave motion, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and relativistic mechanics. Students have opportunities to: 1) acquire an awareness of the history of physics and its role in the birth of technology, 2) explore the uses of its models, theories, and laws in its various careers, and 3) investigate physics questions, discover and apply principles, and strengthen problem solving skills. |
AS PLANT SCIENCE ES Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester B Only Prerequisites: None, Intro to Agriculture and The Art & Science of Plants are recommended Course Number: Semester B: 621622 |
Students will study the processes involved in plant growth, production and reproduction. The functions of plant structures, as well as crop production, will also be studied. Genetic improvement of plants, plant diseases, plant cultural practices and harvest of crops will be explored in detail. There will be various identifications of crops, weeds and seeds. Students will work in the school greenhouse to complete lab activities. Students can expect to take part in FFA activities. |
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Alternate Year at Parker: Offered 2025-2026 Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 581621 AND Semester B: 581622 |
Are you interested in applying your math and science skills through a mix of hands-on and academic activities? Principles of Engineering are designed to introduce students to the fundamental skill sets necessary to be a successful engineer. Utilizing technology to design experiments, students will fabricate products which meet specific industry requirements. Students may also participate in case studies and team projects. This course is also offered under Technology Education. |
PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment or completion of Biology or Biology Honors Course Number: Semester A: 582611 AND Semester B: 582612 |
Analyze the evidence found at a crime scene and help the medical examiner uncover clues left on a body to solve a mystery. Question, diagnose, and propose treatment and care for patients in a family medical practice. Track down the source of a mysterious outbreak at a local hospital. Access and stabilize a patient during an emergency and prepare for medical surge and mobile medical care. Collaborate with professionals in other fields to innovate and design solutions to local and global medical problems. Whether seeking a career in medicine or healthcare or simply looking to for the challenge of real-world problems, students in Principles of Biomedical Science will practice how to think creatively and critically to innovate in science and will gain practical experience with experimental design and the design process. Possible topics include: trace evidence, fingerprinting, blood and blood spatter, drugs, and toxicology, arson and explosions, death investigation, forensic entomology, forensic anthropology, DNA evidence, ballistics and firearms, and forensic psychology. |
SOCIAL STUDIES
SOCIAL STUDIES
Course Sequence | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
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Accelerated Course Sequence: | AP Human Geography (Recommended) or AP World History |
AP United States History | Social Studies Electives (AP Psychology, AP European History, AP US Government, AP World History, TC Psychology, TC Sociology, Economics, Humanities A & B, Multicultural American History, Contemporary Issues, History Through Art I & II) |
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Traditional Course Sequence: | World Studies | United States History | Social Studies Electives (AP Psychology, AP European History, AP US Government, AP World History, TC Psychology, Psychology, TC Sociology, Sociology Economics, Humanities A & B, Multicultural American History, Contemporary Issues, History Through Art I & II) |
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THE AMERICAN POLITICAL PROCESS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603111 OR Semester B: 603112 |
This course is a survey of the American political process, designed to prepare students for participation as citizens of local, national, and global communities. The course focuses on both the local and the federal government, including topics such as the Constitution and three branches, American public policy over time, and the opportunities and responsibilities of citizenship. The course culminates with an inquiry-based, civic engagement project in which students choose a pathway of participation to exert positive influence in their community. As a part of this course, students will also take the state's Civics Test which meets the Wisconsin Civics Graduation Requirement. |
AP EUROPEAN HISTORY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603241 AND Semester B: 603242 |
This course is a college-level study of Europe from 1450 to the present. It focuses on cultural, economic, political, and social developments. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 602321 AND Semester B: 602322 |
AP Human Geography introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students will learn the impact humans have, not only on the Earth, but also on each other, including the study of world population issues, border disputes, international conflicts, urban development, environmental consequences, and pandemic disease. Students will study culture, economics, world religions, the origins and diffusion of languages, industrialization, rural land use, city planning, and geographic tools. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP PSYCHOLOGY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604421 AND Semester B: 604422 |
Advanced Placement Psychology is a course that introduces students to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes in humans and animals. Units of study include history, foundations and careers, critical scientific thinking and statistical reasoning, neurobiology, nature, nurture and human diversity, development, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, learning, memory, thinking and language, intelligence, motivation and emotion, theories of personality, psychological disorders and therapy, stress and health, and social psychology. Students will study the entire college curriculum before the Advanced Placement exam in May. The focus of the course is to foster critical thinking and an understanding of human behavior that allows the individual the opportunity to create healthier relationships throughout the lifespan. Students can expect to participate in activities that incorporate community resources and active participation as a means of making direct connections between their studies and relationships. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP UNITED STATES HISTORY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603221 AND Semester B: 603222 |
A college-level chronological study of United States history from pre-colonial America to the present. Students will be expected to meet college-level class performance expectations, e.g., extensive reading, writing, class participation, and discussion. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604721 AND Semester B: 604722 |
This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam in US Government and Politics. The course focuses on the federal government: Congress, Presidency, Judiciary, Bureaucracy, and the constitution and political culture. Students will complete the preparatory work for the Advanced Placement test in US Government & Politics. Students will also complete an in-depth research project. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP WORLD HISTORY: MODERN Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603231 AND Semester B: 603232 |
The Advanced Placement World History: Modern course is designed to prepare students for the AP World History: Modern Exam. Students will investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in six historical periods from approximately 1200 C.E. to the present. Students will be expected to read college level texts, as well as develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; making historical comparisons; utilizing reasoning about contextualization, causation, and continuity and change over time; and developing historical arguments. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES Offered at Parker Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604021 OR Semester B: 604022 |
This course will ask students to examine and investigate major contemporary issues affecting Americans in the 21st Century. While addressing constitutional foundations and the operations of representative government, current issues along with their political, economic, and social implications will also be stressed. The purpose of the course is to help students become informed voters by improving their knowledge of how the U.S. Government functions as well as current issues. |
ECONOMICS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 601301 OR Semester B: 601302 |
Economics is the study of how individuals and societies decide to use scarce resources in order to satisfy their unlimited wants. This course, which is geared to the student interested in acquiring a basic understanding of how our economic system works, is beneficial to students interested in business, personal finance, and political decision making. Concepts that are covered include supply and demand relationships, production, consumption, banking, labor, fiscal and monetary policy, and the impact of international trade on world economics. A basic mathematical background is necessary to understand the models utilized in instruction. |
HISTORY THROUGH ART I Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 648121 OR Semester B: 648122 |
History Through Art I will allow students to study world history from Prehistory to the Middle Ages through the study of the major paintings, sculptures and architecture of those times. Students will participate in discussions/activities comparing and contrasting both Western and non-Western art. Civilizations, religions and political and social events will be studied as related to the emergence of new forms and movements in art. Students have the option to take this class and History Through Art II as prerequisites to AP Art History. This course counts as elective credit only; it does not count toward required Social Studies credits. |
HISTORY THROUGH ART II Offered at Parker Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 648221 OR Semester B: 648222 |
History Through Art II will allow students to study world history from the Renaissance to the Modern Era through the study of the major paintings, sculptures and architecture of those times. Students will participate in discussions/activities comparing and contrasting both Western and Non-western art. Civilizations, religions and political and social events will be studied as related to the emergence of new forms and movements in art. Students have the option to take this class and History Through Art I as prerequisites to AP Art History. This course is also offered under Arts. This course counts as elective credit only; it does not count toward required Social Studies credits. |
HUMANITIES A Offered at Craig Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604821 OR Semester B: 604822 |
This course will teach the concepts of change, honor, beauty, justice, peace and quality. This course is not a prerequisite for Humanities B. This is a study of people utilizing the ideas of psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, economics, art and literature. Humanities are about life and the human perspective. This course does not utilize a textbook. Concepts are covered in a variety of ways including film, group projects, class discussion, guest speakers and primary source documents. |
HUMANITIES B Offered at Craig Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604921 OR Semester B: 604922 |
This course will teach the concepts of think, truth, power, work, death and love. Humanities B can be taken without having taken Humanities A. This is a study of people utilizing the ideas of psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, economics, art and literature. Humanities are about life and the human perspective. This course does not utilize a textbook. Concepts are covered in a variety of ways including film, group projects, class discussion, guest speakers and primary source documents. |
MULTICULTURAL AMERICAN HISTORY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603321 OR Semester B: 603322 |
This course examines the history of minority groups within the United States. Students will become familiar with the background, culture, contributions, and achievements of African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. Students will also investigate the prejudice and discrimination that each group has endured. They will discover how a minority group's past affects its present and future as well. In addition, students will discuss and debate current topics including ethnic stereotypes, affirmative action, immigration, racial profiling, and hate crimes. Students enrolled in the course will consider issues of historical significance which are relevant to the ever-changing world we live in today. |
TC PSYCHOLOGY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604321 OR Semester B: 604322 |
This course is designed to provide the individual with a survey of the field of psychology and the related areas of experimentation, personality development, mental health, learning, conformity, physiology, coping and adjustment mechanisms. Investigations into social psychology and societal problems will be included. Upon completion of the course, the students will have gained insight into themselves, and will have enhanced their understanding of the complexity of human behavior. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting Psychology. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see your counselor before requesting courses. |
PSYCHOLOGY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 601431 OR Semester B: 601432 |
This course is designed to provide the individual with a survey of the field of psychology and the related areas of experimentation, personality development, mental health, learning, conformity, physiology, coping and adjustment mechanisms. Investigations into social psychology and societal problems will be included. Upon completion of the course, the students will have gained insight into themselves, and will have enhanced their understanding of the complexity of human behavior. |
TC SOCIOLOGY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 604521 OR Semester B: 604522 |
Throughout this course, students will develop a sense of connection to society and how that connection impacts and is impacted by social forces. Students will look for social causes to behavior and the behavior of others such as racial, gender, and age discrimination. Special attention will be given to the sociological institutions of education, government, religion and family as they relate to social development. Transcripted credit may be offered if the SDJ has a licensed staff member employed to teach this course. This is a college course that will produce a permanent college transcript and grade point average for each student. If you believe that producing a permanent college transcript and grade point is not in your best interest academically at this time, please consider requesting Sociology. If you need more information about Transcripted Credit, see your counselor before requesting courses. |
SOCIOLOGY Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 601421 OR Semester B: 601422 |
Throughout this course, students will develop a sense of connection to society and how that connection impacts and is impacted by social forces. Students will look for social causes to behavior and the behavior of others such as racial, gender, and age discrimination. Special attention will be given to the sociological institutions of education, government, religion and family as they relate to social development. |
UNITED STATES HISTORY Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 603021 AND Semester B: 603022 |
This course surveys United States history from the Progressive Era (1900) to the present emphasizing the interconnectedness of events and people. Additional attention is placed on the constitution era and the study of state and local government. |
WORLD STUDIES Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 602511 AND Semester B: 602512 |
Students will understand major themes of modern world history and their impact on our present world. Such an understanding is rooted in an investigation of the geographic, historic, economic, anthropologic, and political elements of the world’s diverse regions. Therefore, this course combines aspects of world history with elements of human and physical geography. To build skills for future high school courses, a special emphasis will also be placed on developing the following skills: map analysis, primary & secondary source analysis, and using analysis of evidence to support written claims. |
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING SEQUENCES
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING
Technology Education courses are not suggested for a particular grade level, and in many cases, multiple courses may be taken in one academic year, however, recommended sequences are listed below.
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Automotive Course Sequence: | Automotive 1: Small Engines (Formerly Transportation Tech) |
Automotive 2 (Formerly Automotive Systems) |
Automotive 3 (Formerly Automotive Processes) |
Automotive 4 (Formerly Advanced Automotive) |
Construction Course Sequence: | Construction & Woodworking 1 (Formerly Construction Tech) |
Construction & Woodworking 2 (Formerly Construction Systems) |
Construction & Woodworking 3 (Formerly Construction Processes) |
Construction & Woodworking 4 Student House Build |
Manufacturing Course Sequence: | Manufacturing 1 (Formerly Manufacturing Tech) |
Manufacturing 2 (Formerly Manufacturing Systems) |
Manufacturing 3 (Formerly Machine Metals) |
Manufacturing 4 (Formerly Advanced Mfg) |
Welding Course Sequence: | AS Welding 1 (Formerly AS Welding) |
AS Welding 2 (Formerly AS Welding Fabrication) |
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Communications Course Sequence: | Graphic Communications 1 (Formerly Comm Tech) |
Graphic Communications 2 (Formerly Comm Systems) |
Graphic Communications 3 (Formerly Comm Processes) |
Advanced Graphic Communications 4 (Formerly Advanced Comm & Multimedia) |
PLTW Engineering Course Sequence: | Introduction to Engineering Design | Aerospace Engineering (ES) | Civil Engineering & Architecture |
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AUTOMOTIVE 1: SMALL ENGINES Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 785021 OR Semester B: 785022 |
Students will work on and learn about vehicles and engines used for land, air, and water transportation industries. Students will design, build and operate several different kinds of vehicles, which may include (steam powered boats, mousetrap drag car, boomerangs, etc.) Students will also disassemble, diagnose, repair, and reassemble a small 4-stroke gasoline engine. |
AUTOMOTIVE 2 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Automotive 1 or Transportation Technology Course Number: Semester A: 785121 OR Semester B: 785122 |
This first automotive course focuses on cars. Students will learn about and work on all the systems within the vehicle ignition, fuel, cooling, lubrication, exhaust, brakes, suspension, and wheels and tires. Students will disassemble and reassemble engine components and perform basic service and maintenance checks. Students will also be able to perform many of the hands-on performances on their own vehicles! |
AS AUTOMOTIVE 3 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Automotive Systems Course Number: Semester A: 785221 AND Semester B: 785222 |
This course will expand on previous areas of instruction in the automotive field. It is the second course that deals entirely with the automobile. Students will learn and perform services that deal with engine processes, electrical systems, suspension systems, brake systems, axles and transmissions, and intro auto body. |
AS AUTOMOTIVE 4 Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Automotive Processes Course Number: Semester A: 785321 AND Semester B: 785322 |
This course focuses on the detailed operation and service of the following automotive systems:
Students will also experience and build skills in the auto body field, including prep –bondo (mudding) to paint. Note: A contract project is required (4-9weeks) as a part of the class. It is signed by a student/teacher and must be completed to obtain a grade. Students will work on advanced Tech. Ed. projects within the chosen medium area. A special course of study will be developed by the instructor to meet the student’s needs in the development of the Tech. Ed. area s/he has chosen. This course option may be repeated for additional credits. |
CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORKING 1 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 783021 OR Semester B: 783022 |
This course provides students with a general introduction to construction and woodworking. Students will construct products dealing with
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CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORKING 2 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Construction & Woodworking I or Construction Technology Course Number: Semester A: 783121 OR Semester B: 783122 |
This course introduces students to the broad area of carpentry, with an emphasis on residential construction. This may include wall framing, roof rafters, brick laying, plumbing, and electrical. Students will create projects reinforcing the skills learned in construction technology. |
CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORKING 3 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Construction Systems Course Number: Semester A: 783221 AND Semester B: 783222 |
A yearlong course which consists of an in-depth study in the areas of woodworking, carpentry and architecture. Group and individual work activities will consist of material estimating, floor plan design, framing techniques, interior and exterior material application, energy conservation techniques, and career opportunities. Students will design a project which will include a bill of materials and a plan. Students will complete projects utilizing the construction techniques learned in class. |
CONSTRUCTION & WOODWORKING 4: STUDENT HOUSE BUILD Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 3.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation. Preference given to students who have completed Construction Tech, Construction Systems, and Construction Processes Course Number: Semester A: 783321 AND Semester B: 783322 |
This course combines classroom instruction with practical application in a residential home construction project. Students will be “on-site” completing the construction of a home through a partnership with the South-Central Wisconsin Builders Association and the School District of Janesville. Students will learn concrete, framing, insulation techniques, energy saving procedures, green building techniques, electrical, interior and exterior finishes and will be involved with every aspect of a home construction project. Students will have opportunities to work side by side with professionals in the building trades in a “hands on” setting. Upon completion of the house, it will be put on the market and sold. Students will be required to transport themselves to and from the jobsite daily. Students will be allowed to repeat this previously taken higher level course. The student will work on advanced Tech. Ed. projects within the chosen medium area. A special course of study will be developed by the instructor to meet the student’s needs in the |
THEATER DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester A Only Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 783521 |
Theater Design and Construction will expose students to set design and construction as well as theatrical lighting and sound in this hands-on class. Students will be making the sets and props for the current musical/theatrical productions as well as working with sounds and lighting for the shows. This course may be taken multiple academic years for credit. This course is also offered under Music. |
MANUFACTURING 1 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 784021 OR Semester B: 784022 |
This class provides students with a general introduction to material processing of manufactured goods and products. Students will work with hand tools and operate basic machine tools used in the machining industry. Students will also learn to use precision measurement tools, hand tools, and operate machine tools. Students will gain experience with mig welding, and sheet metal development in this course. Students will construct several projects using blueprints and a combination of hand and machine tools. |
MANUFACTURING 2 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Manufacturing 1 or Manufacturing Technology Course Number: Semester A: 784121 OR Semester B: 784122 |
Students will build goods and products from raw materials. Students will read blueprints and use precision measurement tools to accurately form the materials needed to create a finished good or product. Students will work with hand tools, understand decimal equivalents and tap and die charts and will apply themselves to machining of metal, welding, and sheet metal. |
MANUFACTURING 3 Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Manufacturing 2 or Manufacturing Systems Course Number: Semester A: 784221 OR Semester B: 784222 |
Manufacturing 3 covers the procedures involved in converting metal stock into a variety of shapes and sizes. These procedures include the use of metal lathes, milling machines, surface grinders and drilling to specification on a blueprint. Students will be introduced to the functions of a CNC machine. The students can then assemble the parts produced into a useful product. |
MANUFACTURING 4 Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Machine Metals or Welding Fabrication Course Number: Semester A: 784521 AND Semester B: 784522 |
Students will plan, design and develop independent projects using the entire lab and instructional resources. This course is geared to meet the needs of the individual student. Students are required to develop advanced skills in machine operation and welding to solve more difficult problems while working to meet industry standards. Advanced projects will be made using multiple machines in the manufacturing lab. These machines could include: Lathes, Milling Machines, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines and Welders. The students can then assemble the parts produced into a useful product. The student will work on advanced Tech. Ed. projects within the chosen medium area. A special course of study will be developed by the instructor to meet the student’s needs in the development of the Tech. Ed. area s/he has chosen. This course option may be repeated for additional credits. |
AS WELDING I Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Manufacturing 2 or Manufacturing Systems Course Number: Semester A: 784321 OR Semester B: 784322 |
This course is an introduction that provides a foundation of hands on learning by applying knowledge related to the welding process. Welding is an efficient, dependable, flexible, and economical means of fabrication. Students will study the principles and practices of SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, Oxyacetylene cutting operations, and Plasma Arc Cutting. This will be achieved through lecture, demonstrations, and in lab practice. |
AS WELDING II Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Welding 1 Course Number: Semester A: 784421 OR Semester B: 784422 |
Students will continue their exploration and skill building through activities that involve welding processes from the first level course. Students will learn welding math, interpret drawings, sketches and welding symbols. Students will participate in a mass production welding project, which will further acquaint them with different machines in the shop. Students will then make their own independent project (with Instructors permission for safety purposes). |
COMMUNICATIONS GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS 1 Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 781021 OR Semester B: 781022 |
Communication Technology is the first class in a series of communication courses that focus on graphic arts. This course is basic and exploratory in nature. It involves a hands-on approach to learning with most of the class time spent on problem solving activities. Students will work to develop an individualized portfolio involving the following areas: design and layout - computer graphics, desktop publishing, photography, audio/video production, screen-printing, and lasers. Software that may be used could include Adobe: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Google products. |
GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS 2 Offered at Craig Only Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 0.5 Length: Semester Prerequisites: Graphic Communications 1 or Communications Technology Course Number: Semester A: 781221 OR Semester B: 781222 |
Students participate in learning activities that focus on audio and visual communication systems. Emphasis is on problem solving and practical application of graphic art and electronic communication principles. Students will expand their knowledge of technology by producing in-depth work related to video and audio production, graphic design, desktop publishing, problem solving, photography, digital scanning, and animation. |
GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS 3 Offered at Craig Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 781421 AND Semester B: 781422 |
This is a yearlong course which consists of in-depth study of the areas in Graphic and Electronic Communication. The students will choose from a list of related activities. The length of time on any one topic will be determined by the number of topics selected jointly by students and the instructor. Choices include:
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ADVANCED GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS 4 Offered at Craig Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Graphic & Electronic Communication Processes Course Number: Semester A: 781321 AND Semester B: 781322 |
This course is in-depth individual study in the areas of Graphic Arts and Electronic Communication. This course is designed to assist students that have an interest in or are pursuing a career in the Graphic Arts or Electronic Communications field. Each student and the instructor discuss and decide which avenues the student will follow for the year. Each student’s plan will be individually based to best assist them after graduation. The areas of study can be with any of the available technology in the class. The length of time and final outcome of each student’s topic will be decided jointly by the student and instructor. Students will be allowed to repeat this previously taken higher level course. The student will work on advanced Tech. Ed. projects within the chosen medium area. A special course of study will be developed by the instructor to meet the student’s needs in the development of the Tech. Ed. area s/he has chosen. This course option may be repeated for additional credits. |
ENGINEERING AEROSPACE ENGINEERING (ES) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Alternate Year at Parker: Offered 2024-2025 Prerequisites: Geometry Course Number: Semester A: 782121 AND Semester B: 782122 |
The major focus of the Aerospace Engineering course is to expose students to the world of aeronautics, flight and engineering. Students will be introduced to the Project Lead the Way activity-based, project-based, and problem-based learning through exploring the world of aerospace engineering. Students should have experience in physics, mathematics and technology education. They will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of aerospace problems. This course is also offered under Science. |
CIVIL ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Offered at Craig Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design and Geometry Course Number: Semester A: 782131 AND Semester B: 782132 |
The major focus of this course is completing long-term projects that involve the development of property sites. As students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture, they apply what they learn to the design and development of a property. The course provides teachers and students freedom to develop the property as a simulation or to students to model the experiences that civil engineers and architects face. Students work in teams, exploring hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to help them design solutions to solve major course projects. Students learn about documenting their project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture. |
COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design Course Number: Semester A: 784131 AND Semester B: 784132 |
Manufactured items are part of everyday life, and in this course, students will be introduced to the high-tech, innovative nature of modern manufacturing. At the same time, students will learn about the manufacturing process, product design, robotics, and automation. Students can earn a virtual manufacturing badge recognized by the National Manufacturing Badge System. |
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (EM) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design and Algebra I Course Number: Semester A: 782221 AND Semester B: 782222 |
Digital Electronics introduces students to the fundamentals and applications of digital electronics, programmable logic controls, and the application of electronic circuits and devices. Students will design and test digital circuitry through a blend of hands-on and academic activities. This course is also offered under Mathematics. |
ENGINEERING DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, and one other PLTW Engineering Course Course Number: Semester A: 782031 AND Semester B: 782032 |
The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout PLTW Engineering courses come together in Engineering Design & Development as they identify an issue and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of engineers. Students apply the professional skills they have developed to document a design process to standards, completing Engineering Design & Development ready to take on a post-secondary program or career. |
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 782021 AND Semester B: 782022 |
This course is designed to introduce students to the design process and the tools used in product development. Students enrolled in Introduction to Engineering Design will learn through first-hand experience the activities that engineers engage in throughout the design cycle. Development of design briefs, sketching, 3D solid modeling and prototyping will provide the foundation for activities in Introduction to Engineering Design. |
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING (ES) Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Alternate Year at Parker: Offered 2025-2026 Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design Course Number: Semester A: 581621 AND Semester B: 581622 |
Are you interested in applying your math and science skills through a mix of hands-on and academic activities? Principles of Engineering is a course designed to introduce students to the fundamental skill sets necessary to be a successful engineer. Using technology to design experiments, students will fabricate products which meet specific industry requirements. Students may also participate in case studies and team projects. This course is also offered under Science. |
ROBOTICS, ENGINEERING, AND PROGRAMMING Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 681321 AND Semester B: 681322 |
Robotics, Engineering, and Programming is an exciting class to allow students to feel comfortable with the new and sometimes very complicated concepts. To build an autonomous robot, students must learn the basic concepts of computer programming, design, electrics, engineering, and mechanics. |
INDUSTRIAL CO-OP INDUSTRIAL CO-OP EDUCATION (I.C.E.): CLASSROOM Offered at Parker Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Two courses in Technology Education and Instructor Consent. Application and Interview required. Course Number: Semester A: 787121 AND Semester B: 787122 |
The I.C.E. classroom phase is a course intended to go hand in hand with the I.C.E. work phase of the program. The classroom phase deals with all aspects of the world of work students will someday encounter. In the classroom, students will learn: job seeking skills, employer/co-worker relations, ways to obtain job promotions, how to research various careers, and other important aspects of how to get a job, keep it, and become successful in a career. |
INDUSTRIAL CO-OP EDUCATION (I.C.E.): JOB SITE Offered at Parker Only Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in I.C.E. Classroom and Instructor Consent. Application required. Course Number: Semester A: 787221 AND Semester B: 787222 |
In this course, the student works in a job related to his/her career objective. The student is trained and evaluated by the employer. Students receive one credit for work experience. Students signing up for Industrial COOP work must also sign up for the I.C.E. classroom phase. Students will be released early from school each day for on-the-job training, and work at their selected job site approximately 15-20 hours per week COOP requirements include: weekly work logs and quarterly employer completed evaluations. |
WORLD LANGUAGE
WORLD LANGUAGE
World Language courses are not suggested for a particular grade level. It should be noted that some students may enter high school language courses beyond Level 1. Recommended sequences are listed below. See your language teacher for a recommendation.
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Spanish Course Sequence: 9th grade students who have completed 7th & 8th grade Spanish should sign up for Spanish II. 9th grade students who have completed 7th & 8th grade Spanish should sign up for Spanish II. | Spanish Language & Culture I | Spanish Language & Culture II | Spanish Language & Culture III | Spanish Language & Culture IV | Spanish Language & Culture V or AP Spanish Lang or AP Spanish Lit |
Spanish for Heritage Speakers Sequence: Heritage speakers wishing to enroll in the sequence above should begin with Spanish III. | Spanish for Heritage Speakers I | Spanish for Heritage Speakers II | Spanish for Heritage Speakers III (Parker Only) | AP Spanish Language & Culture and/or AP Spanish Literature & Culture | |
French Course Sequence: 9th grade students who have completed 7th & 8th grade French should sign up for French II. French Language & Culture I French Language & Culture II French Language & Culture III French Language & Culture IV French | French Language & Culture I | French Language & Culture II | French Language & Culture III | French Language & Culture IV | French Language & Culture V or AP French |
Chinese Course Sequence: 9th grade students who have completed 7th & 8th grade Chinese should sign up for Chinese II. | Chinese Language & Culture I | Chinese Language & Culture II | Chinese Language & Culture III | Chinese Language & Culture IV | Chinese Language & Culture V or AP Chinese |
Course | Course Description |
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AP CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chinese Language & Culture IV Course Number: Semester A: 740621 AND Semester B: 740622 |
The AP Chinese Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Chinese. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions) |
AP FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: French Language & Culture IV Course Number: Semester A: 741721 AND Semester B: 741722 |
The AP French Language and Culture course emphasizes communication by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in French. The AP French Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture IV, V, or AP Spanish Literature & Culture Course Number: Semester A: 742921 AND Semester B: 742922 |
The AP Spanish Language and Culture course is a rigorous course that is taught predominantly in Spanish and approximately equivalent to a 5th or 6th semester university course. The course requires students to improve their proficiency across the three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). The course focuses on the integration of authentic resources including online print, audio, and audiovisual resources, as well as traditional print resources that include literature, essays, and magazine and newspaper articles with the goal of providing a rich, diverse learning experience. Students communicate using advanced vocabulary and linguistic structures as they build proficiency in all modes of communication. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam. |
AP SPANISH LITERATURE & CULTURE Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture IV, V, or AP Spanish Language & Culture Course Number: Semester A: 742931 AND Semester B: 742932 |
The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts (short stories, novels, poetry, plays, and essays) from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and U. S. Hispanic literature. Students develop proficiencies across the three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational) in the range of Intermediate High to Advance Mid of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages’ (ACTFL) Proficiency Guidelines. Through careful examination of the required readings and other texts, students work to hone their critical reading and analytical writing skills. Literature is explored within the contexts of its time and place, and students gain insights on the many voices, historical periods, and cultures represented in the required readings and other texts. The course also includes a strong focus on cultural, artistic, and linguistic connections and comparisons, which is supported by the exploration of various media (art, music, film, articles, and literary criticism). |
CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 740121 AND Semester B: 740122 |
In Chinese I, students use culture to express themselves on a variety of topics in Chinese. Authentic cultural resources will be used to introduce and practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at a novice level (memorized words and phrases and simple sentences). The five themes are: Greetings & Introduction, Myself, My Day at School, Food is Culture, and Go Shopping. Participation in Chinese cultural celebrations and use of online media platforms are used to encourage communication in Chinese. |
CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chinese I Course Number: Semester A: 740221 AND Semester B: 740222 |
Chinese II expands on Chinese I themes making comparisons between students’ own lives and the lives of adolescents in China and other Chinese speaking Countries. The five themes are: My Friends, Choices on Clothes, My Day Out of School, Let’s Cook, and Where Do You Want to Travel? Students are immersed in culture through authentic cultural resources. They will begin transitioning from novice to intermediate language (naturally adding detail to simple sentences). Music, film, literature, Chinese celebrations and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication in Chinese. Students who have completed 7th and 8th grade Chinese should sign up for Chinese II. |
CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE III Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chinese II Course Number: Semester A: 740321 AND Semester B: 740322 |
Chinese Language and Culture III is a course which continues instruction in Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Students will continue developing oral fluency and literacy skills in Chinese. The use of pinyin (Chinese words written in the English alphabet) will continue to be phased out. Interactive strategies and technology will be a regularly integrated component of learning. |
CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE IV - HONORS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chinese III Course Number: Semester A: 740421 AND Semester B: 740422 |
This intermediate level Chinese course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through a thematic curriculum that includes learning about the Chinese-speaking world through Making Appointments, Homes and Households, Jobs, Holidays, and Travel. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. Students who have completed 3rd to 8th grade Chinese should sign up for Chinese III. |
CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE V - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Chinese IV - Honors Course Number: Semester A: 740521 AND Semester B: 740522 |
This intermediate level Chinese course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through a thematic curriculum that focuses on Entertainment, Weddings and Funerals, History and Art, Living and Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle, and Travel. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. |
FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 741121 AND Semester B: 741122 |
In French I, students use culture to express themselves on a variety of topics in French. Authentic cultural resources will be used to introduce and practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at a novice level (memorized words and phrases and simple sentences). Some topics include everyday life, school, pastimes, and people. Music, film, literature, francophone celebrations and online media platforms are used to encourage communication. |
FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: French Language & Culture I Course Number: Semester A: 741221 AND Semester B: 741222 |
French II expands on French I themes making comparisons between students’ own lives and the lives of adolescents from francophone countries. There is an emphasis on fashion, food, family life and their communities. Students are immersed in francophone culture through authentic cultural resources. They will begin transitioning from novice to intermediate language (naturally adding detail to simple sentences). Music, film, literature, francophone celebrations and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. Students who have completed 7th and 8th grade French should sign up for French II. |
FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE III Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: French Language & Culture II Course Number: Semester A: 741321 AND Semester B: 741322 |
This intermediate level French course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through four main themes: la routine quotidienne, les grandes vacances, l’art de la francophonie, and l’histoire de la moyenne age. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. |
FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE IV - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: French Language & Culture III Course Number: Semester A: 741421 AND Semester B: 741422 |
This intermediate level French course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through the themes of la santé and l’environnement. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Students explore themes in French literature with the novel Le Petit Prince. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. Students can choose to continue to French V - Honors or AP French. Students attending a university may be eligible for retroactive credits based upon demonstrated proficiency in the language. |
FRENCH LANGUAGE & CULTURE V - HONORS Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: French Language & Culture IV Course Number: Semester A: 741521 AND Semester B: 741522 |
This course explores France and francophone influence in the world. French V is supplemented by authentic francophone music, film, literature, celebrations, and online media platforms that encourage communication. This course also expands on some earlier themes, including everyday life in the French-speaking world. This class will meet the needs of students who plan to use French for travel, career opportunities and further study. Students attending a university may be eligible for retroactive credits based upon demonstrated proficiency in the language. |
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: None Course Number: Semester A: 742121 AND Semester B: 742122 |
In Spanish I, students use culture to express themselves on a variety of topics in Spanish. Authentic cultural resources will be used to introduce and practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking at a novice level (memorized words and phrases and simple sentences). The four themes are: Identities, School life, My family is your family, Food is culture. Music, film, literature, Spanish celebrations, and online media platforms are used to encourage communication. |
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE II Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture I Course Number: Semester A: 742221 AND Semester B: 742222 |
Spanish II expands on Spanish I themes making comparisons between students’ own lives and the lives of adolescents from Spanish-speaking countries. There is an emphasis on fashion, food, family life and their communities. Students are immersed in culture through authentic cultural resources. They will begin transitioning from novice to intermediate language (naturally adding detail to simple sentences). Music, film, literature, Spanish celebrations and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. Students who have completed 7th and 8th grade Spanish should sign up for Spanish II. |
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE III Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture II Course Number: Semester A: 742321 AND Semester B: 742322 |
This intermediate level Spanish course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through a thematic curriculum that includes learning about the Spanish-speaking world through communities, food, social life and travel. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. |
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE IV - HONORS Grades: 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture III Course Number: Semester A: 742421 AND Semester B: 742422 |
This intermediate level Spanish course continues to develop students’ communication skills and cultural competency through a thematic curriculum that focuses on self expression, technology and living and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. These themes help move students toward more authentic communication with native speakers. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms continue to be used to encourage communication. Students can choose to continue to Spanish V Language and Culture - Honors, AP Spanish Language and/or AP Spanish Literature. Students attending a university may be eligible for retroactive credits based upon demonstrated proficiency in the language. |
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE V - HONORS Grades: 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish Language & Culture IV Course Number: Semester A: 742521 AND Semester B: 742522 |
This course explores Spanish influence in the world through a thematic curriculum that includes current events, art, global citizenship, health and technology. Spanish V is supplemented by authentic Spanish music, film, literature, celebrations, and online media platforms that encourage communication. This course also expands on some earlier themes, including everyday life in the Spanish-speaking world. This class will meet the needs of students who plan to use Spanish for travel, career opportunities and further study. Students attending a university may be eligible for retroactive credits based upon demonstrated proficiency in the language. |
SPANISH FOR HERITAGE SPEAKERS I Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish is spoken in the student’s home. Student speaks Spanish fluently, in addition to reading and writing basic Spanish. Course Number: Semester A: 742621 AND Semester B: 742622 |
This honors course for Heritage learners offers highly differentiated instruction to develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through the lens of interculturality. Students strengthen communication skills and cultural competency through four main themes: Un mundo hecho por comunidades, En la cocina de mi abuela, La vida social, Un viaje al extranjero. Music, film, literature, authentic celebrations, and online media platforms are used to develop competencies. Students will conference with the teacher to decide which higher level course is best to advance to the following year. |
SPANISH FOR HERITAGE SPEAKERS II - HONORS Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish for Heritage Speakers I Course Number: Semester A: 742721 AND Semester B: 742722 |
This honors course for second year Heritage learners offers highly differentiated instruction to further development in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through the lens of interculturality. Students strengthen communication skills and cultural competency through five main themes: Los jóvenes de hoy, #Ciudadanía digital, Una vida sana y equilibrada, Una comunidad sostenible, El mundo laboral. Students will conference with the teacher to decide which higher level course is best to advance to the following year. These include Spanish IV Honors Language and Culture, , Spanish V Honors Language and Culture, AP Spanish Language and Culture and AP Spanish Literature and Culture. |
SPANISH FOR HERITAGE SPEAKERS III – HONORS Offered at Parker Only Grades: 10, 11, 12 SDJ Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Prerequisites: Spanish for Heritage Speakers II Course Number: Semester A: 742821 AND Semester B: 742822 |
This honors course for third year Heritage learners offers highly differentiated instruction to further development in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through the lens of interculturality. Students strengthen communication skills and cultural competency through important themes that are important to them. Students will conference with the teacher to decide which higher level course is best to advance to the following year. These include Spanish IV Honors Language and Culture, Spanish V Honors Language and Culture, AP Spanish Language and Culture and AP Spanish Literature and Culture. |