George Washington
High School
Home of the GWHS Eagles
2013-2014
Student Handbook and
Course Catalog
“Leadership, Integrity, Character and Pride”
GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH School
701 Broad Street │ Danville, Virginia 24541-2627
Tel: (434) 799-6410 Fax: (434) 799-5251
Office of the Principal
Home of the GWHS Eagles
August 12, 2013
Dear Parents and Students:
Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year! This Student Handbook and Course Catalog contains essential
information that explains guidelines for maintaining a safe and effective learning environment within our
school. It is an important resource and is critical in providing a sense of responsibility for students.
As members of our school community, it is the duty of parents/guardians, teachers and students to read,
understand and follow the policies and the guidelines outlined in this handbook. By providing a clear set of
expectations for students, we are giving them the tools to become successful learners.
Our motto – Leadership, Integrity, Character and Pride – will characterize both our school and our graduates.
Our students are expected to be leaders and role models within our school and throughout our community.
These four words define and create the vision for our end product – productive citizens ready to enter the
world of work or post-secondary education.
We are proud of the many accomplishments achieved in the past, and we look forward to seeing even
greater success during this school year as those initiatives flourish. By working together, we can truly
achieve educational excellence for all students at George Washington High School.
Sincerely,
Withers T. Jackson
Principal
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Table of Contents
Category
Getting To Know Your Student Handbook
■ GWHS Mission Statement
■ GWHS Vision Statement
■ GWHS Administrators
■ GWHS Motto
About George Washington High School
GWHS Alma Mater (Hail, All Hail George Washington)
School Information (A-Z)
School Calendar 2013-2014 (Academic Year At-A-Glance)
School Calendar 2013-2014 A/B Day (At-A-Glance)
A Matter of Life and Death (EpiPen)
Academic Competition for Excellence (ACE)
Academic Honor Policy
ACT (American College Test)
Administrators (Principals) and Grade Level Assignments
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations Information
Advanced Placement Program (AP) Examination Dates
Announcements
Attendance (Truancy; Unexcused/Excused Absences; Request for PreApproved Extended Absences; Early Dismissal (Checking Out); Make-Up
Work, Tardiness, Skipping; Late to School and/or First Class of the Day)
Appropriate Conduct
Attending Class
Bell Schedule 2013-2014
Breakfast / Lunch
Bus Transportation
Campus-Wide Rules and Expectations to Classroom Routines
(Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Respectful)
Car Riders
Card Playing
Celebration, Flowers and Balloons
Cell Phone Usage at GWHS / Electronic Devices Usage at GWHS
Change of Address / Change of Telephone Number
Character
Cheerleading
Cheating / Plagiarism
Child Find
Choral Department
College / University Searches
Diploma: Advanced Studies Diploma (26 credits)
Diploma: Standard Diploma (22 credits)
Disrespect / Open Defiance
Drama Department
Dress Code
Early College Scholars Program
Early Release (or Late Arrival)
EpiPen (A Matter of Life and Death)
Electronic Device Usage at GWHS / Cell Phone Usage at GWHS
Exam Exemption Criteria
(See Final Exam Exemption Criteria/Mid-Term Examination Criteria)
Extracurricular Activities
Fees
Fighting
Final Exam Exemption Criteria / Mid-Term Examination Criteria
Financial Aid for College
Financial Obligations
Food and Beverage Consumption (See also Breakfast/Lunch)
Fundraising
Governor’s School
(See Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics, Science and Technology
Grading Scale
Graduating With a Special Diploma
Guidance and Counseling Department / Services
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Category
GWHS United Rubber Workers’ (URW) Community Federal Credit Union
Hall Passes
Honor Letter Recognition
In-School Suspension (ISS)
Integrity
Late Arrival
Leadership
Lockers
Lost and Found
Lunch / Breakfast
Make-Up Work
Medical Information
Media Center (Library)
Mid-Term Examination Criteria / Final Examination Criteria
Moment of Silence
Music Department (Band and Orchestra)
National Honor Society (NHS)
Open Defiance / Disrespect
Out-of-School Suspension (OSS)
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
Parking Lot Regulations
Parking Permits
Physical Education
Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics, Science and Technology
Plagiarizing / Cheating
Pledge of Allegiance
Pride
Principals (See Administrators)
Problems Between Students
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association)
Publications (Cavalier, Chatterbox, Euantes)
Publications Produced Without School Sponsorship
Safety Precautions
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Schedule Adjustments
Scheduling Procedures All Students
School Board Members
School Nurse
School Supervision
Search and Seizure
Senior Information
Senior Lounge
Senior Lunch Policy
School Resource Officer (SRO)
School Sponsored Activities and Advisors
Sports Participation
Students
Student Assistance Specialist
Student Council Association (SCA)
Student Identification Cards
Student Records
Summer School
Surveillance Cameras
Telephones
Tardy to Class/School
Testing (ACE, PSAT, SAT, SOLs)
Transcripts
Transfer Students
Virginia Standards Of Learning (SOL) Test Administration Dates
Virtual Advanced Placement (AP) School
Visitors
Water Bottles
NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards (Quick Reference Sheet)
Interscholastic Athletic Programs
Course Catalog and Course Descriptions
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GEORGE WASHINGTON
HIGH SCHOOL
Home of the GWHS Eagles
GET TO KNOW YOUR STUDENT HANDBOOK!
Inside this handbook you will find an incredible amount of information to help you make the most of your time here at George
Washington High School. Take a few minutes to check this out … it is very likely that the questions you have today will be
answered by the time you reach the back cover.
FAILURE TO READ THIS HANDBOOK DOES NOT EXCUSE STUDENTS
FROM THE REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS HEREIN.
Mission Statement
George Washington High School will provide educational services of high quality that meet or exceed the needs of each student
to achieve success in life.
Vision Statement
George Washington High School will prepare students to enter the world of work or post-secondary education in an effort to
become productive citizens.
“The Danville City Public School Division does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, or disability in
admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs or activities.”
Administrators
Mr. Withers T. Jackson, Principal
Mr. Larry D. Toomer, Assistant Principal
Ms. Robin S. Owens, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Ashley R. Shelton, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Patricia S. Hawkins, Coordinator of Instructional Support Services/Special Education
Motto
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George Washington High School
GWHS 1955
In representing the development of George Washington High School, as we know it today, much of the information is found to be incomplete.
This brief report is hereby submitted to provide the student with a fair knowledge of the school’s history, starting with the first accounts of public
education.
Education in the classroom in the City of Danville is first recorded in 1806. Danville’s first schoolteacher was a Mr. Matthews who was a
Presbyterian minister from Massachusetts. An influx of northern schoolmasters prevailed until the late 1880’s. The only Virginian in this time,
Hickerson Speller, came in 1814. In 1826 Danville’s first schoolhouse was built on Wilson Street. Up until this time classes were held in any
available location, such as private homes, store rooms and churches.
Preceding and during the War Between the States, there existed a period of disinterest in education. A legislative enactment passed in 1870
calling for free public schools provided a rebirth in Danville’s educational system. In the public school’s first year of operation, 49 pupils were
enrolled. Dr. George Washington Dame became the first school superintendent, with J. B. Lowrie hired as Danville’s first public school teacher.
Due to an increase in enrollment, a principal was needed; Captain J.T. Averett was the first in Danville to fill the position.
Steady rises in enrollment were seen, as 789 pupils were registered in 1875. Danville’s first brick schoolhouse was built in 1880 on Loyal
Street. A three-story structure with three rooms on the second floor served as the first established high school in Danville.
Loyal Street School was soon overcrowded and deemed unsafe; it was then demolished and in its place at the same Loyal Street location, the
Robert E. Lee School was erected. The high school took up the entire second floor of this structure.
In 1910, again due to increased enrollment, the high school had to be moved to a separate building on Grove Street. The Grove Street High
School served the city until 1927 under the common name of The Danville High School.
As an additional public education installment, the Rison Park School was built in 1908. Erected on the grounds where Colonel William Rison
lived on Holbrook Avenue, it provided general education for the primary and intermediate grades.
Superintendent G.L.H. Johnson recommended the name change from the Danville High School to the George Washington High School “in line
with the modern tendency in the United States to name high schools in the larger cities after patriotic Americans.” George Washington High
School was the first high school in the South and the second in the nation to honor the First President in this way.
The Rison Park School was enlarged before it housed the high school. L.B. Flora and Sons were contracted under a bid of $175,525 to
improve the building for the junior-senior high school. To the existing 16 classrooms, 24 extra classrooms, and a then standard size
gymnasium, a library/study hall and an auditorium to seat 1,000 were added. The new name of George Washington High School did not
appear on the outside of the building, but a quotation from Washington’s Farewell Address along with a facsimile of his signature was inscribed
over the front entrance. The school grounds were still referred to as Rison Park.
1956 saw the completion of the present George Washington High School building. Contracted to John W. Daniel Company, Inc. under the
contract price of $2,090,314, the installation, built on the 60-acre campus, is designed for 1,920 students. The auditorium can seat 1,125, and
the cafeteria will hold 500. Additions were made to this building in 1963. The A-wing annex provided 16 supplementary classrooms and the
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Industrial Arts Building was constructed. During this time, the Danville school system operated with segregated schools. In 1900, there were
one white and two black public schools on the Southside and one white and one black public school on the Northside. The first black high
school separate from the elementary department was established in 1925. The high school was an annex to the black public school on
Holbrook Street.
In 1936 the John Mercer Langston High School was constructed. Professor E. A. Gibson served as its principal until his death in 1948. Under
a public schools building program, black high school students were afforded a much needed modernized facility. John M. Langston High
School was relocated to a new complex on Cleveland Street in 1958. The merger of John M. Langston High School with George Washington
High School in 1970 brought to Danville, once again, the existence of one city high school.
In 1971 the citizens of Danville voted in favor of a 1.4 million-dollar school bond referendum to finance the addition of a vocational wing to
GWHS, which was completed in 1974. A four-classroom addition to the science wing was completed in 1993. In 2010, GW saw the completion
of the GW Baseball Field House, constructed next to the baseball practice field on the GW campus. The field house contains locker rooms, an
indoor batting cage, and bathrooms.
In the fall of 1997, the Danville Public Schools opened four focus schools at the high school level (Business Partnership Academy, Excel,
Global Village School and Global Studies through Arts & Technology). A focus school is a small, self-governed school of choice that is
organized around a central theme. Each focus school is semi-autonomous in that it has a high degree of control over its internal governance
while it continues to function under the administrative umbrella of George Washington High School. Two additional focus schools have been
added since 1997, Health Careers Academy and Technology Academy.
Reputed to be a “great education center” in a report published in 1915, Danville’s school system has been subject to many and diverse
changes. Serving Danville as school superintendents have been, in order, Dr. G.W. Dame, J.R. Herndon, Abner Anderson, William H. Davis,
F.H. Wheatley, W. C. Griggs, G.L.H. Johnson (1925-48), O.T. Bonner (1948-71), Dr. Zane Eargle (1971-75), Dr. Thomas E. Truitt (1975-87),
Dr. Larry E. Leonard (1988-89), Mr. Guy K. Yeatts (Interim 1989), Dr. Eric J. Smith (1989-92), Dr. Mark Edwards (1992-94), Dr. N Andrew
Overstreet (1994-2002), Mr. Ralph Warren (2002-2003 interim), Dr. William Torok (2003-2004), Dr. Sue Davis (2004-2013), and Dr. Edward
Newsome, Jr. (2013-Present).
Since 1941 George Washington High School has had only ten principals: J.T. Christopher (1941-69), Everett L. Motley (1969-74), Robert W.
Haskins (1974-89), Charles H. Lackey (1989-96), Joel R. DeBoe (1996-2003), Sherri Huffman (2003-2005), Kenny Lewis and Dr. Ron Sieber,
(co-principals for 2006-2007), Christopher Carter (2007-2013) and presently Withers T. Jackson.
The high school enrollment of 1,360 in 1940 fell to 1,010 in 1950. The count in 1960 rose to 1,608 and the present enrollment stands at
approximately 1,350.
GWHS – Present
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School Information
This section is designed to help students find assistance in school-related matters.
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Absences – Pupil Accounting, Ms. Shelby Martin, Secretary (434) 799-6412
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Activities/Scheduling Events – Main Office, Mrs. Charlotte Melton, Registrar
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Announcements – Main Office, Mrs. Phyllis Hamlet, Secretary
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Attendance – Main Office, Ms. Frances Elliott, Attendance Clerk
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Bookkeepers – Main Office, Mrs. Janet Scott and Mrs. Joann Wright (434) 799-6410
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Cafeteria – Cafeteria (Breakfast/Lunch), Mrs. Wanda Redd (434) 799-6416 / Food Services Nutritionist: Ms. Stacey Ensimnger (434) 799-6400
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Cavalier Yearbook – Room C101, Mrs. Deborah Slayton, Advisor / English Teacher
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Chatterbox Newsmagazine – Room E101, Mrs. Pamela Jones, Advisor / English Teacher
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Check Out (Early Release) – Pupil Accounting Office, Ms. Shelby Martin, Secretary
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College Information – Guidance Department, Ms. Christine Quilpa, College Advisor
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Disciplinary Procedures – Principals (434) 799-6410
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Driver Education – Gymnasium, Mrs. Geneva Giggetts, PE 10 Teacher or Mr. Ronald Parsons, PE 10 Teacher
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Driving Eligibility Certificates – Gymnasium, Mrs. Geneva Giggetts or Mr. Ronald Parsons
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Emergency Message – Main Office, Mrs. Phyllis Hamlet, Secretary (434) 799-6410
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Euantes Literary Magazine – Room V201 – Mrs. Sharon Leigg, Advisor / English / Japanese Teacher
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Graduation Requirements – Guidance Department, School Guidance Counselors (434) 799-5108
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Immunizations – Guidance Department, Mrs. Mary Barnes, Secretary
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Injuries/First Aid – Pupil Accounting Office, Mrs. Janet Fesperman, School Nurse or Ms. Jill Wood, School Nurse (434) 799-6417
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Late Arrivals: Pupil Accounting Office – Ms. Shelby Martin, Secretary
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Lockers – Security Desk, Mrs. Rebecca Brower, Head of Campus Security
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Lost and Found (including books) – Campus Security Desk
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Media Center – Library Media Center, Ms. Kim Roberson, Librarian and Mrs. Carolyn Booth, Librarian (434) 799-5236
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Medications at School: Pupil Accounting Office – School Nurse. See Injuries/First Aid
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Parking Permits: Security Desk – Mrs. Rebecca Brower, Head of Campus Security
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School Testing Coordinator (STC) – Room C204A, Mr. Larry Toomer, Assistant Principal
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School Pictures – Main Office – Mrs. Charlotte Melton, Registrar
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School Resource Officer (SRO) – Security Office, Corporal Clarence Goins, SRO Sylvia Brook (434) 799-6511
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Student Council Association (SCA) – Room E106, Mrs. Chrystal Smith, Special Education Teacher
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Suspension / Expulsion – Main Office, Principals
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Transcripts and Records – Main Office, Mrs. Charlotte Melton, Registrar (434) 799-6412
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Transportation (School Bus) – Transportation Department, Mr. Michael Adkins, Director (434) 799-6518
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Withdrawals / Transfers – Pupil Accounting, Mrs. Patricia Ratliff, Secretary
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George Washington High School
2013-2014 School Calendar
August
8
12
Freshman Orientation (Grade 9 – 12:00 p.m.) / Open House (Grades 10-12 – 4:00 p.m.)
First Day of School
September
2
5
6
10
17
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28
Labor Day / No School
School Pictures Taken (Grades 9-10 ONLY – During Health/PE classes)
School Pictures Taken (Grade 11 ONLY – During English classes)
Make-Up School Pictures Taken (Grade 12 ONLY – By Appointment Only; Sign-up in Main Office)
College Night at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research; 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
End of 1st Six-Weeks Grading Period
GW Band Dixie Classic
October
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11
Report Cards Issued / Open House
½-Day Early Dismissal
November
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5
12
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18
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28-29
End of 2nd Six-Weeks Grading Period
Division-Wide Professional Development Day / Election Day / No School for Students
Report Cards Issued
Seniors’ Graduation Assembly
Josten’s Graduation Orders – Girls Only
Josten’s Graduation Orders – Boys Only
½-Day Early Dismisal
Thanksgiving Holiday
December
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6
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GW Band Fall Concert
GW Orchestra Fall Concert
GW Chorus Fall Concert
End of 1st Semester / ½-Day Early Dismissal
Winter Break
January
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14
20
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30
Winter Break Continued
Teacher Work Day / No School for Students
2nd Semester Begins
Report Cards Issued
Josten’s Sophomore Ring Assembly
Martin Luther King Jr. Day / Schools Closed
Josten’s Class Ring Orders / Josten’s Class Ring Family Night – 6:15 p.m., Cafeteria
Josten’s Class Ring Orders Make-Up Day
February
12
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17
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25
Report Cards Issued / Open House
End of 4th Six-Weeks Grading Period
Division-Wide Professional Development Day / No School for Students
All City-Wide Chorus Concert
GW Band Winter Concert
March
7
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20
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GW Orchestra Winter Concert
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
Josten’s Graduation Orders Delivery
Spring Break
April
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End of 5th Six-Weeks Grading Period
Holiday
Holiday
Report Cards Issued
May
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GWHS Junior/Senior Prom
GW Band Spring Concert
GW Orchestra Spring Concert
Senior Assembly and Josten’s Class Ring Delivery
The Eddie Awards / Athletic Awards
GW Chorus Spring Concert
End of 2nd Semester / ½-Day Early Dismissal and Last Day for Students
Report Cards Issued
Teacher Work Day
Graduation
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George Washington High School
2013-2014 School Calendar
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A Matter of Life and Death (EpiPen)
Under a new state law, all schools will have an EpiPen for emergency use if a student suffers an unanticipated allergic reaction.
Parents of children with a known allergic condition must continue to provide the school nurse with EpiPens in the correct dosage and quantity
needed to deal with their child’s needs. Also, parents of children with a known allergy must make certain that a current health plan is on file
with the school nurse.
Keeping your child safe from allergy threats means making sure that their specific emergency needs can be met at all times. If you have
questions or concerns, please contact our nurse professionals at (434) 799-6417. Remember the health and safety of our students is our top
priority – and an important part of Navigating the Challenges of the 21st Century at Danville Public Schools.
Academic Competition for Excellence (ACE)
In 1983 the Academic Competition for Excellence (ACE) program began. This fast paced, highly competitive activity offers students the
opportunity to use high levels of knowledge in English, Math, Science, History, Government, Geography, Fine Arts, Current Events, and Pop
Culture. Both JV and Varsity teams are available for highly motivated students in grades 8-12.
In 1997, the Virginia High School League (VHSL) began a STATE Competition called Scholastic Bowl allowing teams to advance from District
and Regional playoffs. Moving into a new District in 2013-2014 the competitions will include both SCAEL and Scholastic Bowl formats for the
matches.
Academic Honor Policy
Personal honor and integrity are encouraged for the students at George Washington High School so that they may assume the responsibility
for academic honesty. The administration and faculty have the responsibility and the obligation to follow and to enforce the GWHS Academic
Policy.
Cheating, according to the Danville Public Schools’ Standards for Student Conduct, is “the unauthorized use of the work or another person for
academic purposes or the inappropriate use of notes or other material in the completion of an academic assignment or test.” Giving or
receiving unauthorized help during a test/quiz or work assigned to be done individually without assistance is cheating. Likewise, plagiarism, the
misuse of a published work without crediting the source, is also cheating. Students cheating will be given a grade of “0” (zero) for that
particular test or assigned work.
Guidelines for taking tests and/or assignments are as follows:
Students may not talk at any time during the administration of a test/quiz, unless permission is given by the teacher.
All student questions must be directed to the teacher during testing.
Cover sheets are encouraged during test administrations.
Teachers will specify instructions for all assignments, including homework and papers.
Teachers will clarify the specific application of the Academic Honor Policy in their respective classes.
Procedures for a violation of the Academic Honor Policy are as follows:
The teacher must inform the student of the violation.
The teacher must contact/inform the parent/guardian regarding the offense.
The teacher will give a grade of “0” (zero) for the assignment.
The teacher will complete and submit a discipline referral.
Upon receiving the discipline referral, the administrator will follow the procedures in the Standards for Student Conduct.
ACT (American College Test)
http://act.org
ACT (American College Test)
Test Date
September 21, 2013
October 26, 2013
December 14, 2013
February 8, 2014
April 12, 2014
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Test Date
September 21, 2013
October 26, 2013
December 14, 2013
February 8, 2014
April 12, 2014
Test Date
September 21, 2013
October 26, 2013
December 14, 2013
February 8, 2014
April 12, 2014
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Administrators (Principals)
GWHS / 701 Broad Street / Danville, Virginia 24541-2627 / 434.799.6410
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Mr. Withers T. Jackson, Principal (Grade 12)
Mr. Larry D. Toomer, Assistant Principal (Grade 11)
Ms. Robin S. Owens, Assistant Principal (Grade 9)
Mrs. Ashley R. Shelton, Assistant Principal (Grade 10)
Mrs. Patricia S. Hawkins, Coordinator of Special Services/Special Education
Advanced Placement Examinations Information
THE ADVANTAGES OF TAKING ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAMINATIONS
If you are doing college level work – in an AP or honors course, through independent study, or with a tutor – taking AP Examinations may
offer the following benefits:
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Exemption by your college or university from beginning courses and permission to take higher-level courses in certain fields.
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Academic credit awarded for exams taken.
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Tuition savings – up to a year of credit may be given for three or more qualifying AP grades.
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Eligibility for honors and other special programs open to students who have received AP recognition.
Weighted Course System
1. The weighted course gives greater weight to certain classes in determining a student’s rank in class. These classes are:
Advanced and Equivalent Classes
Ad Geometry
Ad Algebra II with Trigonometry
Ad Pre-Calculus
Ad Probability/Trigonometry
Ad English 9
Ad English 10
Ad English 11
Ad English 12
Ad Earth Science
Ad Biology
Ad Biology II (Anatomy & Physiology)
Ad Chemistry
Ad Physics
Ad Computer Networking & Hardware 1 & 2
Ad Journalism Yearbook
Ad Journalism Newspaper
Foreign Language (years 3-4 are advanced)
GS Research Methodology & Design
Ad Symphony Orchestra
Ad Wind Ensemble
GS Pre-Calculus
GS Physics
Ad Accounting
Ad Computer Information Systems
Ad 20th Century History
Ad World History I
Ad World History II
Ad World Geography
Ad US History
Ad Government
Ad Journalism Magazine
Advanced Placement Classes and Equivalent Classes
AP Calculus AB
AP Statistics
AP Environmental Science
AP Biology
AP English 11
AP English 12
AP US History
AP European History/World History II
AP Government
Foreign Language 5th Year
GS Chemistry
GS Biology
GS English 12
GS Calculus
GS English 11
GS Research Application & Evaluation
Dual Enrollment (DE)
Dual Enrollment courses are offered if a qualified instructor is available. (NOTE: students opting to take these courses must register through
Danville Community College in order to receive college credit. Students taking DE Courses take the same course(s) as all other GW students
who are taking these for high school credit only.)
Ad Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus
AP Chemistry
AP Statistics
Desktop Multimedia Presentation
Engineering Drawing
Ad Computer Information Systems
Word Processing
Auto Servicing
Collision Repair Technology
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Business Law
Technical Drawing
Comp. Networking & Hardware 1 & 2
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2.
The formula for computing class rank.
a. A 4.0 weighted quality point scale will be assigned for each course.
b. The quality point scale uses the whole letter grade as a consistent factor (i.e., Reg., A=94-100=4,0; Adv./GS, A=9-100=4.5;
AP/GS, A=94-100=5.0)
c. Class rank would be determined by quality point average.
3.
WEIGHT FACTOR
Grade
Advanced Placement or
Governor’s School
Advanced Placement or
Governor’s School
Regular
A
B
C
D
5.00
4.00
3.00
2.00
4.50
3.50
2.50
1.50
4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
Advanced Placement Program (AP) Examination Dates
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May 5-9, 2014 (Monday – Friday)
May 12-16, 2014 (Monday – Friday)
Announcements
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3.
Announcements will be made over the public address (PA) system prior to the end of 4 th Block. Additional announcements may be
made as deemed appropriate.
It is the student’s responsibility to listen to all announcements. The student owes it to himself/herself to be well informed on all
phases of the school’s activities.
Announcements to be included on the daily announcement schedule should be submitted for review/consideration to the main office
by 2:00 p.m. on the day prior to which the announcement is to occur.
Attendance
The importance of good school attendance cannot be overemphasized. It is not surprising that students with good attendance achieve at much
higher levels, enjoy school more, and develop good habits of punctuality, self-discipline, and responsibility. All of these will serve an individual
well as he/she continues through school and into the world of work. It is the primary responsibility of the parent/guardian and the student for
regular school attendance. Poor attendance seriously disrupts the learning process and is one of the greatest factors in students dropping out
of school. The Virginia Legislature, as part of its ongoing support of public schools and in recognition of the fact that early intervention can
prevent dropouts, has passed a series of compulsory attendance laws and regulations.
Students of school age have a right to a free public school education, and they have a responsibility to attend school regularly. In accordance
with the Code of Virginia, § 22.1-254, it is the legal responsibility of parents and guardians to ensure that students are in regular daily
attendance for the entire school day. It also is their responsibility to seek homebound instruction when their students are absent from school
because of extended periods of illness.
The school board promotes regular attendance by providing the services of school attendance clerks, guidance counselors, psychologist, and
school nurse to assist parents in finding solutions to attendance and/or medical problems. Appropriate personnel are authorized and required
to file petitions in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court to obtain compliance with the school attendance laws.
A.
Truancy
Students are required by law to attend school until age 18, as stated in the Code of Virginia § 22.1-254. The Code of Virginia §
22.1-258, Appointment of Attendance Officers; notification when pupil fails to report to school is outlined below:
Whenever any pupil fails to report to school on a regularly scheduled school day and no notification has been received by school
personnel that the pupil’s parents is aware of and supports the pupil’s absence, a reasonable effort to notify the parent by telephone
to obtain an explanation for the pupil’s absence shall be made by the attendance officer or other school personnel. School divisions
are encouraged to use non-instructional personnel for this notice, such as an automatic caller programmed to call during the
evening.
Whenever any pupil fails to report to school for a total of five (5) scheduled school days for the school year and no notification has
been received by school personnel that the pupil’s parent is aware of and supports the pupil’s absence, and a reasonable effort to
notify the parent has failed, the school principal or his designee shall make a reasonable effort to ensure that direct contact is made
with the parent by the attendance officer to obtain an explanation for the pupil’s absence and to explain to the parent the
consequences of continued nonattendance.
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If the pupil is absent an additional day after direct contact with the pupil’s parent and the attendance officer has received no
notification that the pupil’s parent is aware of and supports the pupil’s absence, the attendance officer shall schedule a conference
within ten (10) school days with the pupil, his or her parent, and school personnel, and the conference may include other community
service providers to resolve issues related to the pupil’s nonattendance. The conference shall be held no later than fifteen (15)
school days after the sixth absence. Upon the next absence by such pupil’s parent is not aware of and supports the pupil’s
absence, the school principal or his designee shall notify the Office of the Director of Alternative Education who shall enforce the
provisions of this article by either or both of the following: (1) filing a complaint with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
alleging the pupil is a Child In Need of Supervisions (CHINS) as defined in § 16.1-228 or (2) instituting proceedings against the
parent pursuant to § 18.2-371 or § 22.1-262. In filing a complaint against the student, the Office of the Director of Alternative
Education shall provide written documentation of the efforts to comply with the provisions of this section. In the event that both
parents have been awarded joint physical custody pursuant to § 22.-124.2 and the school has received notice of such order, both
parents shall be notified at the last known addresses of the parents.
B.
Unexcused Absences
An absence is defined as missing more than 1/3 of a single class, or having multiples of five (5) tardies (5, 10, 15, etc.) to a single
class. Absences are assessed by individual classes and not by school day. Attendance is counted by course. Students that do not
turn in an excused note within 1-day after returning to school will receive an unexcused absence.
C.
Excused Absences
Missing school for one of the following reasons:
1. Doctor/Medical appointment (Doctor’s note required)
2. Court appointment (Court documentation required)
3. Death in immediate family (Parent contact required)
4. School related activity approved by the administration
5. Religious holiday or instruction
An absence will only be deemed “excused” if a note is given to the attendance officer the day the student returns to school. The
note submitted to the attendance officer MUST contain the following information:
1. Full name of the student (PRINTED)
2. Exact reason for the absence, including the date of absence
3. Student grade level
4. Phone number (home and work) of the person writing the note
5. Signature of the person excusing the student
Notes for doctor/medical and court need to be on official letterhead. Notes and excuses will be dated when they are received. The
school reserves the right to request further information or documentation concerning excused absences.
D.
Request for Pre-Approved Extended Absences
Request for pre-approved extended absences should be submitted in writing from a parent/guardian at least three (3) days in
advance of the absence. Dates to be missed and the nature of the absence should be included in the request and submitted to the
Principal.
E.
Early Dismissal (This is not to be confused with Early Release guidelines.)
Early release from school will only be granted when requested in written note, fax or by personal contact with parents. This policy
applies to all students regardless of age. For convenience, all parents are strongly encouraged to plan ahead and send notes with
complete information on them. Notes from home will be accepted prior to First Block. The Pupil Accounting Office will make out an
Early Release slip upon receipt of the written note, fax or personal contact with parents and deliver it to the student. The student
may only be released to a parent or guardian, unless prior permission is obtained from the parent. Students must be signed
out in the Pupil Accounting Office before leaving school grounds. Students are expected to leave promptly after signing out.
Loitering by students with early release permission is prohibited. Students who leave early are not permitted to return to school
without administrative approval. Students who sign out and who leave campus without an approved early release will be considered
skipping.
F.
Make-Up Work
Students who are absent from school or classes are responsible for making up work missed during their absences. Students will be
granted one (1) day to make-up work for every day absent, unless the individual teacher gives permission to extend the time. If this
procedure is not followed, the teacher is not required to accept the work. It is the student’s responsibility to get the work from the
teacher. Students are encouraged to get the work from the teacher. Students are encouraged to use before and after school time
to get with his/her teachers. Also, students who are absent from class because of skipping may not be allowed to make up
work missed. Special circumstances requiring an extension of time for make-up work may be arranged by the teachers and/or
principals.
NOTE: Parents/Guardians must understand that certain subject matter cannot be assigned make-up work to be completed outside
of class, especially if the student is absent when certain concepts are taught.
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G.
Tardiness
It is important for all students to be in the classroom “ready to work” when the tardy bell rings. Students who are not in the
classroom when the bell rings will be considered tardy. This includes tardies to the first class of the day. Consequences for
tardiness per course will be as follows:
1st Offense: Verbal Warning
2nd Offense: Documented parent phone call by teacher
3rd Offense: Discipline referral and administrative letter
4th Offense: Teacher assigned Lunch Detention
5th Offense: Referral, 1-day of ISS for that particular class and 1 class unexcused absence
After the fifth offense, subsequent tardiness will result in a repeat of the consequences above, until the 10 th tardy has accrued,
which results in 1-day of OSS and 1 unexcused absence. This consequence will only affect a student’s exam exemption eligibility.
H.
Skipping (Cutting Class)
Consequences for skipping a class(es) will be as follows:
1st Offense: 1-day ISS, Parent contact
2nd Offense: 1-day OSS, Parent contact
3rd Offense: 3-days OSS, Parent contact
4th Offense: 5-days OSS, Parent contact
5th Offense: 10-days OSS, Parent contact
6th Offense: May result in Recommendation of Long-Term Suspension
I.
Late to School and/or First Class of the Day
Students that arrive late to school must sign in with the Pupil Accounting Office for tardy slip. This slip is the pass to class, but it
does not alleviate the student from being late to school. If the student is late and does not have a written note or have a parent with
him or her, then the Pupil Accounting Office staff may request a telephone number where she may reach the parents to inform them
that the student was late to school. If the parent is unaware of the student’s tardiness, the Pupil Accounting Office staff has the
discretion to consider the student’s tardiness as skipping. Attempts to contact the parent will be documented.
Appropriate Conduct
Students are expected to behave appropriately at all times during the school day. Simple courtesy is important. This includes loud behavior in
the halls. Disruptions will lead to ISS. Any conduct that endangers the welfare of self or anyone else at school will not be tolerated.
Attending Class
It is expected that students will remain in their classes. Any student who is in the hallway during class time is expected to have a hall pass
signed by an administrator or school staff. Students must go to where the pass designates and return to class immediately. No passes are to
be written during the daily announcement time. Cutting class, being in the halls without permission, failing to report to a regularly assigned
class; remaining in the halls during an assembly; or leaving these places without permission will result in In-School Suspension for the first
offense with increasing consequences for repeated offenses.
Bell Schedule
(See next page.)
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George Washington High School
Bell Schedule 2013-2014
08:20 a.m. to 03:20 p.m.
08:15 a.m. – Warning Bell │ 08:20 a.m. – Tardy Bell
1st BLOCK
08:20 a.m. – 09:50 a.m.
2nd BLOCK
09:55 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
1st LUNCH
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
3rd BLOCK CLASS
12:05 p.m. – 01:40 p.m.
3rd BLOCK CLASS
11:35 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
3rd BLOCK CLASS
11:35 a.m. – 01:10 p.m.
2nd LUNCH
12:20 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
12:55 p.m. – 01:40 p.m.
4th BLOCK
01:45 p.m. – 03:20 p.m.
3rd LUNCH
01:10 p.m. – 01:40 p.m.
What lunch do you have?
1st Lunch
A-Wing
E-Wing
N-101
2nd Lunch
B-Wing
C-Wing
W-Wing
3rd Lunch
Gymnasium
S-Wing
Vocational Building
The lunch schedule is subject to change.
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Breakfast / Lunch
In our cafeteria or dining hall, along with a regular a la carte and snack line services, there will be a hot plate lunch offered at a fixed price that
is set in August of each school year. Students are issued a Personal Pin Number (PPN) at the beginning of their enrollment in Danville Public
Schools. This is YOUR personal pin number. Pin numbers are used for accounting purposes. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
SHARE YOUR PERSONAL PIN NUMBER WITH OTHER STUDENTS.
2013-2014 Cafeteria Prices:
Breakfast Menu Prices
$0.75 (Paid)
$0.30 (Reduced)
$1.10 (Adult)
Lunch Menu Prices
$1.90 (Paid)
$0.40 (Reduced)
$3.00 (Adult)
All meals are served each school day, except during Final Exams. Further, only breakfast is served on half-days. All meals are consumed in
the cafeteria. Any student(s) leave school grounds for lunch, i.e., traveling to Cook-Out, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Sonic, Wendy’s,
Chick-fil-A, Burger King, etc., will not be covered by school insurance. Students are prohibited from bringing food purchased off campus
at lunch back to the school for consumption. All tardies resulting from students leaving campus for lunch will be recorded as “unexcused.”
Consumption of food, drink, and snacks are restricted to the cafeteria. After eating, all trays and utensils are to be returned to the dishwasher
area. Students are expected to empty all trays of excess paper and food into a trashcan. Emptied trays and used utensils are to be placed in
the dishwasher area.
Bus Transportation
Providing transportation for students at George Washington High School requires the cooperation of students, parents and school personnel.
Because of our concern for the safe transportation of the students we serve, we adhere to a strict code of conduct on our school buses. Our
drivers are responsible individuals and have maintained an excellent record for safety. Remember, riding the school bus is a privilege, not
a right. Questions and concerns regarding bus routes and pick-up/drop-off times should be directed to the Office of Transportation Services at
(434) 799-6451.
School Bus Safety and Discipline
1. While boarding, riding or leaving the bus, students are in the driver’s care and must obey his/her instructions.
2. Each administrator has jurisdiction over the conduct of students while they are being transported to and from school; also,
while they are at the designated bus stop.
3. Students shall not behave in a disruptive manner or otherwise violate the Standards of Student Conduct while waiting for a
school bus, riding a school bus, or after being discharged from a school bus.
4. Actions outside of school which have a negative impact on the school building, programs, students, or staff will not be
tolerated. Students are subject to corrective measures at school, up to and including expulsion, for offenses which occur in the
community or at other locations off school grounds if those offenses are connected in some way with the school.
5. Students must obey the following school bus safety procedures:
Show respect for the driver and other students at all times.
Talk in a normal voice.
Keep the aisle clear of all objects (i.e., books, coats, instruments, feet, etc.).
Any object that is to be transported on a bus must be able to be held on a student’s lap. The aisles on buses may not be
blocked under any circumstance nor there objects on the bus that are not secured.
Do not eat food or drink beverages.
Do not fight, scuffle, or throw objects.
Do not bring glass or metal containers, cards, water pistols, laser pointers, peashooters.
Any student in possession of a cell phone, walkman, radio, DVD player, iPod, M3P Player, etc. must use an ear plug as
not to disturb the driver and/or passengers.
Do not bring animals on the bus.
Do not possess or use alcohol products, tobacco products, or other illegal substances on the bus.
Do not litter or deface the bus.
Remain properly seated (face forward, both feet on the floor) at all times on a moving bus.
Students are not allowed to get off the bus at stores or other undesignated places (and re-board the bus later).
Students are prohibited from tampering with the emergency door or any other controls on the bus. Opening or closing
the front door is prohibited by anyone other than the driver.
Remember, riding the bus is a privilege, not a right.
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Campus-Wide Rules
and Expectations to Classroom Routines
To develop consistency and cohesiveness, all teachers will implement the same classroom rules this year. They are (1) Be Safe, (2) Be
Responsible, and (3) Be Respectful. The following chart was designed to provide clarity in each of the three areas of concentration:
GWHS Campus-Wide Rules
Campus Area(s)
Classroom
Library Media Center
Auditorium
Be Safe
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Keep hands and feet to self;
Know emergency drills; Walk
quietly into classroom, library
media center, auditorium,
computer lab and find seat; Keep
chair legs flat on floor.
Be prepared and participate in
class; Take out materials for
class, put other items on floor
underneath desk; Be prepared
and ready to participate; Turn off
and put away cell phones and/or
electronic devices; Make good
choices; Accept ownership of
actions; Keep assigned area
clean, including desk; Do not
leave the room unless
permission is given by teacher;
Have materials organized;
Always try to do your best.
Go directly to/from the location of
your hall pass; Walk with a
purpose; Make good choices;
Respect privacy; Accept
ownership of actions; Keep
hallways neat and clean; Report
problems to campus security, an
administrator, or SRO.
Make good choices; Select
healthy foods; Get all utensils,
milk and food needed; Accept
consequences without arguing or
complaining; Go to a principal,
campus security officer or SRO if
you need assistance; Clean up
eating area; Do not remove food
or drink from cafeteria.
Make good choices; Be on time
outside waiting; Accept
ownership of actions; Wait until
the bus comes to a complete
stop before boarding and/or
exiting; If in possession of an
electronic device, use ear plugs
to avoid disturbing the driver
and/or passengers; Talk with an
appropriate volume and
respectful tone.
Listen politely; Follow teachers’
directives; respect others
thoughts/opinions; Talk with an
appropriate volume and
respectful tone; Raise your hand
to speak and wait patiently; Ask
permission to use things that
don’t belong to you; Keep
assigned area clean, including
desk.
In-School Suspension
Office / Clinic
Hallway
Bathroom
Cafeteria
Courtyard
School Bus
Walk, look out for opening doors,
sign-out and obtain hall pass;
Walk to the right side of the
hallway.
Know your PIN number; Never
share your PIN number with
another student(s); Select
healthy foods; Keep hands and
feet to yourself at all times.
Wait until the bus comes to a
complete stop before boarding
and/or exiting; Follow directions
first time given; Move single file
down the aisle; Allow students in
front to go out first; Report any
damage to seat; Keep contents
of book bag inside the bag; Stay
in seat, facing forward; Keep
hands and feet to self; Keep
objects inside the bus; Exit the
bus in an orderly way after the
bus has come to a complete
stop.
Talk in a hallway voice; Keep
hands and feet to self; Follow
directions; Greet others with a
silent wave; Keep hands off walls
and displays; Respect privacy of
others; Discard paper towels in
the trash can; Flush toilets and
wash hands.
Wait quietly in correct lunch line;
Use good table manners; Talk
nicely to others; Use a
“restaurant” voice; Greet
cafeteria workers; Clean up
eating area; Follow directions;
Do not consume food or drink on
the courtyard.
Speak nicely to others; Move
single file down the aisle; Allow
students in front to go out first;
Remove all your belongings
when leaving; Keep contents of
book bag inside the bag; Keep
hands and feet to self; If in
possession of an electronic
device, use ear plugs to avoid
disturbing the driver and/or
passengers; Talk with an
appropriate volume and
respectful tone.
NOTE: No hall passes for the first 30 minutes of class (emergency only).
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Car Riders
Students that are dropped off or picked up from school must be done so in designated areas only. These areas are in the
Cafeteria/Gymnasium parking lot behind the school or in the Vocational Building parking lot. Car riders may enter the school at 8:00 a.m.
There is no supervision prior to 8:00 a.m. After unloading or picking up your child, please exit by following the vehicle in front of you.
CAUTION: Please DO NOT pass other vehicles in the process of unloading or picking up students. Please wait your turn to exit the parking
lot. Students are NOT to be dropped off in the Auditorium and/or Faculty parking lot in the front of the school as this causes a potential traffic
problem with school buses picking up or dropping off students. During the hours of 3:00 p.m.-3:35 p.m. only school buses are allowed in the
auditorium parking lot.
Card Playing
Card playing shall be strictly confined to the Senior Lounge. Card playing in any other areas of the school will be considered a
breach of discipline.
Celebration, Flowers and Balloons
Generally at the high school level, parties and celebrations honoring students or teachers are not appropriate. The delivery of
flowers and balloons to students while at school is prohibited.
Cell Phone Usage at GWHS / Electronic Device Usage at GWHS
GWHS is not responsible for items lost or stolen. Never leave your items unattended. Never give your items to others to “hold” for you.
Music playing devices must be used with headphones / ear buds. They may only be used before school, during class changes, during lunch,
and after school. These items are not permitted to be used during class time.
Cell phones may be used during limited times during the school day. Possessing a cell phone at school is a privilege, not a right. Cell phones
must be registered through the security office; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action. The school system retains the authority to
ensure the proper use of the phones. Students are responsible for the care, security, and the use of their cellular device during school
activities and events.
The following rules pertain to cell phones on school premises and failure to follow these rules may result in disciplinary action. Further, the
following is a change to our established 2013-2014 Cell Phone/Electronic Device Danville Public Schools Division Policy. As such, students
and parents should be aware that GWHS expectation will be a “trial run” only and will begin August 12, 2013 and conclude on December 13,
2013 (i.e., First Semester). After a thorough assessment of GWHS change in the possession/use of a cell phone or electronic device, a
decision will be made to determine if the change will continue through second semester. Your cooperation and the cooperation of your
schoolmates will determine the outcome of the assessment.
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2.
3.
Cellular devices may NOT be used during class time. Cellular devices should be in a pocket, purse, and back pack or in a belt
holster during class – not being held in the hand or placed on a desk. No headphones or wireless earpieces may be attached to the
device.
During class changes, students will be permitted to use cellular devices to place calls as they wish as long as no classes are in
session anywhere in the building. When the warning bell sounds, phones must be powered down and put away. No calls may be
placed during the lunch block as most students are in class at that time, only before first lunch and after the last lunch. No pictures
shall be taken during the school day.
Students are not permitted to possess a cellular device during SOL test administration, SAT, ACT, AP, and/or teacher-made
tests/quizzes.
Telephones in the Main Office or Pupil Accounting Office are limited to emergencies ONLY. All students must secure administrative approval
to use office telephones for emergency reasons. If a parent calls for a student, a message will be delivered to the student at the end of the day.
Change of Address/Change of Telephone Number
Parents/guardians should notify the Pupil Accounting Office any time an address or a telephone changes. It there is an emergency, it is
important that we be able to contact parents/guardians throughout the school day.
Character
To have character is to uphold your beliefs when others may doubt you, to stay true to your values, and to know you did the right thing.
Character consists of your moral compass.
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Cheerleading
George Washington High School offers three different cheerleading teams and they include football cheerleaders, basketball cheerleaders, and
competition cheerleaders. GWHS Cheerleaders continually work to improve school spirit by advertising games and leading cheers at football
and basketball games. Cheerleaders represent the whole student body and must exemplify the ideal student, be of good character, possess
high moral values, have a strong sense of community, and hold high goals and expectations for studies. Cheerleaders must pass at least five
classes per semester to be on a squad. Varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders are chosen during yearly tryouts. All students interested in
GWHS School Spirit are encouraged to tryout.
Cheating / Plagiarism
Cheating directly undermines the integrity of the educational process and will not be accepted or condoned by any teacher. Cheating corrupts
true learning and denies fair evaluation of all students. The following guidelines have been established for eliminating cheating.
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Teachers should make every effort to arrange the seating in the classroom in order to discourage student cheating.
Teachers should maintain test security before, during and after testing.
The positive qualities of integrity and honesty will be stressed in every class.
If a student is discovered cheating, he/she will receive no credit for that particular work. The teacher should make every effort to
ascertain the reason for this occurrence through any of the following methods:
a. Talk with the student
b. Call the parent
c. Send the student to the Security Desk with a written referral
Teachers may choose to allow a make-up test.
The teacher must monitor every testing situation carefully.
Independent assignments that do not reflect a student’s own efforts will be considered cheating. These might include homework,
projects, or writing.
The student has the right of due process and may challenge the allegation of cheating. In this case an investigation may ensue. It
is in the teacher’s best interest to have documented proof available.
Child Find
The Danville Public Schools will provide for a free and appropriate public education for all children with disabilities in a variety of specially
designed programs. Special Education and related services are available for persons, ages 2-21 inclusive, who have disabilities in the following
areas: Autism, Deaf-Blindness, Deafness, Developmental Delay, Emotional Disability, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability, Multiple
Disabilities, Orthopedic Impairment, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain
Injury, and Visual Impairment.
If you are aware of a child who may be eligible for services and is not receiving them, contact the principal of your school or the Office of
Exceptional Children, P.O. Box 9600, Danville, VA 24543. Phone: 434.799.6400 extension 260.
Choral Department
George Washington High School Choral Department is comprised of two ensembles at present. Students are offered the opportunity to
perform great choral music, from the classical to the contemporary.
1.
Concert Choir
Concert Choir is the select performing group in the choral program and is open only to those students who qualify by audition. They
perform at formal concerts at the school, often with instrumental accompaniment, as well as singing for civic functions and other
special events. Students are eligible to participate individually in All-Regional and All-State Honor Choirs by competitive auditions at
various locations in the state. Members are REQUIRED to attend all rehearsals and performances which become a part of the
student’s choral grade. Students are informed of extra rehearsals and performances well in advance. A trip to a competition is an
annual spring event.
2.
Mixed Chorus
Mixed Chorus is open to all students. Music of various styles will be used. Students learn basic vocal techniques, musical terms
and notes. This group also serves as the training group for Concert Choir and performs in Choral Department concerts.
College / University Searches
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http://www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
http://www.zinch.com
http://www.schev.edu (Virginia Colleges and Universities)
http://www.collegeprowler.com
Diploma: Advanced Studies Diploma
(See next page.)
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George Washington High School
Advanced Studies Diploma (26 credits)
Of the 26 credits, nine (9) must be verified credits (meaning the student must pass the class and the End-of-Course SOL) as
follows:
 2 – English
 2 – Mathematics
 2 – Science
 2 – Social Studies and
 1 – Student Selected Test
End-of-Course Standards of
Learning Tests for Verified
Credits
Advanced Diploma Courses
English 11 Reading
English
9, 10, 11, 12
4 credits
English 11 Writing
Mathematics
Algebra I
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least
three different course selections from among:
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or other mathematics courses
above the level of Algebra II (e.g., Algebra III, Pre-Calculus,
AP Calculus, and AP Statistic)
Geometry
4 credits
Laboratory Science
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course
selection from at least three different science disciplines from among:
Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Algebra II
Earth Science
Biology
4 credits
History and Social Science
Chemistry
World History I
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include:
World History II
World History I, World History II, Virginia and U.S. History, Virginia and
U.S. Government
4 credits
Virginia/U.S. History
Foreign Languages
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall be three years of
the same language or two years each of two languages.
3 credits
Heath and Physical Education
Fine Arts or Career and
Technical Education
2 credits
Economics and Personal Finance
1 credits
Electives
3 credits
TOTAL
26 Credits
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9 Verified Credits
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Standard Diploma (22 credits)
Of the 22 credits, six (6) must be verified credits (meaning the student must pass the class and the End-of-Course SOL) as
follows:
 2 – English
 1 – Mathematics
 1 – Science
 1 – Social Studies and
 1 – Student Selected Test
End-of-Course Standards of
Learning Tests for Verified
Credits
Standard Diploma Courses
English 11 Reading
English
9, 10, 11, 12
4 credits
English 11 Writing
Mathematics
Algebra I
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two
different course selections from among:
Geometry
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra Functions and Data Analysis, or Algebra
II, or other mathematics courses above the level of Algebra II
3 credits
Laboratory Science
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course
selection from at least two different science disciplines from among:
Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Algebra II
Earth Science
Biology
3 credits
History and Social Science
Chemistry
World History I
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include:
World History II
World History, World History II, Virginia and U.S. History, Virginia and
U.S. Government
3 credits
Heath and Physical Education
Foreign Languages, Fine Arts or Career and
Technical Education
2 credits
Economics and Personal Finance
1 credits
Electives
4 credits
TOTAL
22 Credits
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2 credits
6 Verified Credits
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Disrespect / Open Defiance
No student shall show disrespect towards a staff member or another student. Disrespect includes abusive language to staff members and
students. Any student who disobeys a reasonable or otherwise openly defies a school staff member shall be subject to out-of-school
suspension and considered for expulsion. The minimum penalty is some type of suspension; the maximum penalty is three (3) days of OSS.
Failing to give a staff member your correct name will be considered an act of defiance, resulting in at least one (1) day of out-of-school
suspension.
Drama Department
George Washington High School’s Drama Department acquaints the student body and community with typical examples of drama. Student
participation in this department provides opportunities for the development of dramatic talent and for the promotion of vocational and
avocational pursuits in the field. A major production is presented each year to the public.
The cast and crew for productions are selected from the entire student body by open and competitive auditions. Various courses are offered in
the curriculum to increase the student’s knowledge of drama, but the practical experiences in drama come in extracurricular work on the
productions. Students interested in acting or the producing of plays can find fulfillment in this department.
Dress Code
The administration, faculty and staff of GWHS feel that young adults will want to take pride in their appearance and dress. Through the dress
code, we seek to protect you and to prepare you for the expectations of the work and academic worlds beyond high school. Dress with selfrespect and decency in mind.
GWHS prohibits anything it deems to be disruptive, distracting, provocative, provoking, and/or intimidating that rises to the level in the school’s
view as having a detrimental effect on the safe and educational atmosphere in the school environment including but not limited to the following
guidelines:
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7.
8.
Hats and headdresses of any kind are not to be worn in school buildings during the regular school day. Hats worn in the building
will be confiscated.
Clothing which advertises controlled substances and/or tobacco products are not permitted in school. Likewise, clothing with vulgar
language and/or weapons are not to be worn.
Students must wear shoes.
Sunglasses are not permitted to be worn.
Bandanas, bandana print paraphernalia, gang insignia and tagging of any sort are not allowed at school, on any book, book bag,
skin or any other item.
SHIRTS: The neckline of all garments must not be low or revealing. The shoulder seam of the garment must be at least 2 inches
wide and be worn on the natural shoulder. While standing, no skin may show at the waistline, front or back.
BOTTOMS: The top layer of dresses, shorts and skirts must hang at the knee at all times. Jeggings, Leggings, Yoga pants or bike
shorts may not be worn. No sagging pants, no undergarments may be visible at any time. No holes in jeans above the knee.
No see-through fabric allowed.
If parents cannot be contacted and if no change of clothing is available, the student will spend the remainder of the day in In-School
Suspension (ISS).
Enforcement
Strict enforcement of the George Washington High School Dress (GWHS) Code is the responsibility of all campus
administrators and staff, as well as students and their parents.
A dress code compliance check shall be conducted at the beginning of each school day—1st Block—in all GWHS campus
buildings. All campus administrators and campus teachers/staff members will monitor dress code compliance throughout each
school day.
Dress Code Violation Consequences:
1st Offense—WARNING; Student is sent to office either to change or have parent bring appropriate clothing. If clothing is not
changed, student will be sent to in-school suspension for the remainder of the school day.
2nd Offense—1 day In-School Suspension
3rd Offense—1 days Out-of-School Suspension
4th Offense—3 days Out-of-School Suspension
5th Offense—5 days Out-of-School Suspension
6th Offense—7 days Out-of-School Suspension
Dress Code / continued.
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Purpose of Dress Code Criteria
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To reduce disruptions to educational process
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To promote a healthy and safe learning environment
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To develop school-to-work transitional skills
How does violation of dress code disrupt the educational process?
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Cause others to feel uncomfortable
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Distraction from the learning task at hand
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Offensive to others
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Create physical hindrance to participate in the learning activities
How does a violation of the dress code cause safety issues?
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Certain attire can result in injury to self or others (examples: chains, sagging pants, spikes, gang-related attire, holes, etc.)
How does the dress code help develop school to work transitional skills?
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Appropriateness to fit the environment
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Modesty
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Personal hygiene
Early College Scholars Program
The Early College Scholars program recognizes and certifies student completion of post-secondary courses and provides access to virtual
Advanced Placement Courses. Early College Scholars must agree to: earn an Advanced Studies Diploma with a Governor’s Seal; earn at
least 15 hours of transferable college credit; and apply and be accepted to a college or university.
Early Release (or Late Arrival)
Students will only be granted Early Release or Late Arrival based solely on the following conditions. Danville Public Schools established these
conditions in an effort to ensure that time spent away from school is meaningful and will advance the students in their future endeavors.
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The student is enrolled in a college course at a local institution or online.
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The student is enrolled in an internship with a local business or organization.
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The student is gainfully employed.
EpiPen (A Matter of Life and Death)
Under a new state law, all schools will have an EpiPen for emergency use if a student suffers an unanticipated allergic reaction.
Parents of children with a known allergic condition must continue to provide the school nurse with EpiPens in the correct dosage and quantity
needed to deal with their child’s needs. Also, parents of children with a known allergy must make certain that a current health plan is on file
with the school nurse.
Keeping your child safe from allergy threats means making sure that their specific emergency needs can be met at all times. If you have
questions or concerns, please contact our nurse professionals at (434) 799-6417. Remember the health and safety of our students is our top
priority – and an important part of Navigating the Challenges of the 21st Century at Danville Public Schools.
Electronic Device Usage at GWHS / Cell Phone Usage at GWHS
GWHS is not responsible for items lost or stolen. Never leave your items unattended. Never give your items to others to “hold” for you.
Music playing devices must be used with headphones / ear buds. They may only be used before school, during class changes, during lunch,
and after school. These items are not permitted to be used during class time.
Cell phones may be used during limited times during the school day. Possessing a cell phone at school is a privilege, not a right. Cell phones
must be registered through the security office; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action. The school system retains the authority to
ensure the proper use of the phones. Students are responsible for the care, security, and the use of their cellular device during school
activities and events.
The following rules pertain to cell phones on school premises and failure to follow these rules may result in disciplinary action. Further, the
following is a change to our established 2013-2014 Cell Phone/Electronic Device Danville Public Schools Division Policy. As such, students
and parents should be aware that GWHS expectation will be a “trial run” only and will begin August 12, 2013 and conclude on December 13,
2013 (i.e., First Semester). After a thorough assessment of GWHS change in the possession/use of a cell phone or electronic device, a
decision will be made to determine if the change will continue through second semester. Your cooperation and the cooperation of your
schoolmates will determine the outcome of the assessment.
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3.
Cellular devices may NOT be used during class time. Cellular devices should be in a pocket, purse, and back pack or in a belt
holster during class – not being held in the hand or placed on a desk. No headphones or wireless earpieces may be attached to the
device.
During class changes, students will be permitted to use cellular devices to place calls as they wish as long as no classes are in
session anywhere in the building. When the warning bell sounds, phones must be powered down and put away. No calls may be
placed during the lunch block as most students are in class at that time, only before first lunch and after the last lunch. No pictures
shall be taken during the school day.
Students are not permitted to possess a cellular device during SOL test administration, SAT, ACT, AP, and/or teacher-made
tests/quizzes.
Telephones in the Main Office or Pupil Accounting Office are limited to emergencies ONLY. All students must secure administrative approval
to use office telephones for emergency reasons. If a parent calls for a student, a message will be delivered to the student at the end of the day.
Exam Exemption Criteria
See Final Exam Exemption Criteria / Mid-Term Examination Criteria
Extracurricular Activities
George Washington High School sponsors a variety of activities and clubs. All students are encouraged to participate in these organizations.
Organizations not sponsored by GWHS are partially restricted in their activities on school property. In order to organize or post and circulate
printed material on the school premises, all non-school affiliated organizations must receive permission from the central office administration.
This restriction is enforced to protect the student from harassment by community organizations while at school. If it is to the student’s
advantage to be presented with any non-school sponsored projects or programs, they will be allowed with prior approval.
For a complete listing of up-to-date extracurricular activities, please see the section labeled, “School Sponsored Activities.”
Fees
Textbooks ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………….…………….. $0.00
Insurance (Optional) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… $10.00
Publications (Optional)
a. Chatterbox Newsmagazine ………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………. $0.00
b. Euantes Literary Magazine ………………………………………………………………….……………….……………. $10.00 (subscription rate)
c. Cavalier Yearbook ……………………………………………………………………………………………………...………………….……. $60.00*
*Cost if ordered during fundraising campaign. Cost increases to $70.00 in May.
Fighting
Fighting will not be tolerated on school grounds. Neither verbal nor physical confrontations will be tolerated and both will result in a referral.
Students are encouraged to seek mediation through the guidance office, an administrator, or School Resource Officer (SRO) prior to
escalation. Major physical confrontations will result in a maximum of ten (10) days out-of-school suspension for the first offense with a
recommendation to the Disciplinary Hearing and Review Board for a long-term suspension for the remainder of the school year.
Final Exam Exemption Criteria / Mid-Term Examination Criteria
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There will be no exam exemption for mid-term examinations.
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Any student in Grade 9 through Grade 12 who has a course average of at least a “C” (i.e., 77-85) or better computed prior to the
exam and has had no more than six (6) cumulative absences during the school term may be exempt from the final examination in a
class. Religious holidays and school-related absences (e.g., field trips, documented college visits*, athletics, drama, chorus, band,
orchestra, etc.) shall not be counted in arriving at the number of absences. Students who are eligible to exempt an exam must turn
in textbooks prior to the exam day.
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In order to offer an incentive for students to succeed on End-of-Course SOL tests, the following system was created where students
can earn credit towards their final exam grade. Therefore, students taking a course requiring an SOL End-of-Course test will be able
to earn credit towards their final exam grade based on the their performance on the SOL test. The following scale will apply:
SOL Score
Points on Final Exam
400 – 410 ……………………………………………… 77
411 – 420 ……………………………………………… 78
421 – 430 ……………………………………………… 79
431 – 440 ……………………………………………… 81
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441 – 450 ……………………………………………… 83
451 – 460 ……………………………………………… 85
461 – 470 ……………………………………………… 86
471 – 480 ……………………………………………… 88
481 – 490 ……………………………………………… 90
491 – 499 ……………………………………………… 92
500 – 525 ……………………………………………… 93
526 – 550 ……………………………………………… 95
551 – 575 ……………………………………………… 97
576 – 599 ……………………………………………… 99
600 ……………………………………………………. 100
Students may choose to apply this grade in lieu of taking a final exam. If students choose, they may still take the final exam. The
higher of the two grades will be calculated into the students’ final grade for the course. NOTE: This process is new to George
Washington High School as of August 2013 and will not be applied retroactively to previous years’ exam grades.
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Any student who wishes to take an examination at the end of the term, in a class that he/she is currently attending and enrolled in,
shall be permitted to do so.
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There is no automatic exemption from any class, elective or otherwise. Exemptions are granted to freshman, sophomores, juniors
and seniors and only with compliance to the criteria listed above or only in catastrophic circumstances and as approved by the
Principal and the Director of Secondary Education.
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Nothing in this policy shall be construed to exempt any student from the End-of-Course (EOC) SOL testing requirements set forth in
the Virginia Department of Education’s Standards of Accreditation, or alter the requirements for earning a diploma.
*Documentation from the College/University Admission Office (business card, signed note on letterhead, e-mail, etc.) will be required to
substantiate a college/university visit.
Financial Aid for College
Apply online:
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http://www.fafsa.ed.gov (Free Application for Federal Aid)
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http://www.fastweb.com
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http://www.zinch.com
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http://www.meritaid.com
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http://www.scholarships.com
Financial Obligations
Students are responsible for any financial obligation which they may incur at George Washington. Failure to pay fees, fines, or assessments
will result in the following actions:
a. 1st Notice: Student conference with the classroom teacher or club/organization’s sponsor.
b. 2nd Notice: Written notice sent to the student’s parent from the classroom teacher or club/organization’s sponsor.
c. Student may be referred to the Office of the Division Superintendent or his designee for collection.
Food and Beverage Consumption (See Breakfast/Lunch)
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b.
c.
All food and beverages must be consumed in the cafeteria. Students who bring lunches from home must also consume this food in
the cafeteria.
Food and drinks purchased from outside vendors/restaurants are PROHIBITED on school grounds.
Selling candy or other food items are PROHIBITED by individuals not associated with an approved campus club/organization.
Violators will face disciplinary procedures.
Fundraising
No items are to be sold at school for any fundraising activities unless they are in direct association with an established team/club/organization
at George Washington High School. Further, the established team/club/organization must have prior approval by the GWHS administration to
sell those items. Students caught selling for any outside organization (e.g., church, clubs, or individual purposes) will have those items
confiscated and only returned to a parent or guardian. Additionally, the student(s) will face disciplinary procedures.
Governor’s School
(See Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics, Science, and Technology.)
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Grading Scale
George Washington High School’s Grading System is set up on the 100-point scale, giving periodic reports every six-weeks. The letter grade
requirements are as follows:
100 – 94
93 – 86
85 – 77
76 – 70
69 – Below
A
B
C
D
F
Graduate of Distinction
The graduate of Distinction program is designed to recognize those students who have demonstrated the characteristics and traits necessary
to be a successful high school student. These are the same characteristics and traits that form the foundation for a successful post-secondary
life. Students must score points from each of the following five categories to be recognized.
Graduate of Distinction Program Rubric
Description
Categories
Final GPA of 3.0 or higher
One additional point for each tenth over a 3.0
94% attendance rate for senior year
One point for each percent over 94%
Student discipline records should be absent
of Out-Of-School (OSS) and In-School
Suspension (ISS)
Minimum of 20 hours of service learning or
volunteering
One point for each activity participated in
during senior year
One additional point for leadership positions
N/A
Academic Achievement
Attendance
Citizenship
Community Service
School Based: Extracurricular or CoCurricular Activities
TOTAL
Point Value
5 Points
Additional points up to 15 points
5 Points
Additional points up to 6 points
5 Points
10 Points
Additional points up to 10 points
Points will vary (Minimum of one point)
Additional points will vary
Minimum of 30 points to be recognized
Graduating With a Special Diploma
This diploma is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have a disability and do not meet the requirements of other diplomas.
The student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and the student’s parents determine eligibility and participation in this diploma
program. For a student to earn a Special Diploma, he/she must complete the requirements of his/her Individualized Education Program. Talk
to your guidance counselor.
Guidance and Counseling Department (434) 799-5108
Counselor
Mr. John Geyer, Chair
Mrs. Dale McKinnie
Mrs. Genevieve Lyons
Mr. Roger Wilkes
Ms. Christine Quilpa,
College Advisor
Grade 9
Grade 10
HCA
G-M
N-Z
A-F
HCA and TSA
H-M
N-Z
A-G
College Prep; Academic
Presentation Resources
College Prep; Academic
Presentation Resources
Grade 11
HCA and TSA
C, K-Q
A, D, E, R-Z
B, F-J
College Prep; Academic
Presentation; SAT; ACT
Registration
Grade 12
HCA and TSA
C, L-R
A, D, E, S-Z
F, F-K
College Prep; SAT; ACT
Registration; Financial
Aid; FAFSA
HCA – Health Careers Academy
TSA – Technology Studies Academy
Guidance Services at GWHS
Danville Public School has implemented a K-12 Developmental Guidance and Counseling Program. Services have been implemented to
comply with School Board Policy 2401.1. A developmental guidance and counseling program is based upon the developmental stages of
growth of students in kindergarten through grade twelve. The guidance program is an integral part of the comprehensive education provided to
all students, which focuses on positive approaches toward school, learning and development.
In order to prepare students to live and work in a global economy, opportunities are provided by the Danville Public Schools to help students
develop to the fullest of their capabilities. Extensive course offerings are geared to meet the needs, interests and abilities of all students.
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On succeeding pages, the school division’s graduation requirements are followed by a listing of all courses in the high school curriculum. A
variety of elective courses are offered. The listing contains titles, course numbers, recommended grade, credit value, prerequisites, and a brief
description of the course. Whether or not a particular subject is actually taught depends upon the degree of student demand.
Serious consideration should be given to the class registration process by students and their parents. The course descriptions have been
prepared to enable students to make wise and appropriate choices in the selection of their classes at the secondary level.
During the registration process, students in grades nine through twelve will have an opportunity to review course descriptions. Individual and
group counseling sessions will be used by guidance personnel to discuss and plan a course of study. Guidance services are available to
students throughout the school year for assistance in occupational and educational planning. Individual counseling sessions are not limited to
those pertaining to class registration.
In addition to educational concerns, counselors are available to address the personal and emotional needs of each student. Confidentiality is
maintained except in cases where there is clear and imminent danger to the student or others. The counselor is obligated by law to report
these cases to the appropriate authorities. Counselors are available in the Guidance Department. Conferences are scheduled on an
organized basis; however, students are encouraged to request conferences as the need arises. A request for a conference may be made in
writing or directly with the counselors. Parents are encouraged to meet the counselors and to work closely with them. Appointments may be
made by calling (434) 799-5108.
GWHS United Rubber Workers’ (URW) Community Federal Credit Union
For the convenience of students, faculty and staff, the main campus of George Washington High School has its own branch of the United
Rubber Workers’ (URW) Credit Union. The branch is located between the Campus Security Desk and the Main Office. Everyone is
encouraged to drop by for hours of operation and details regarding the many services Credit Union can offer. All students are to remember that
this is an official branch of a financial institution. In addition to school rules, it is also protected by state and federal laws. Students are to
conduct themselves in the same manner as they would at any bank.
Hall Passes
Hall passes are REQUIRED when students are dismissed from class during scheduled class time.
Hall passes must be properly filled out to be valid, and must be shown to school personnel upon request.
Honor Letter Recognition
All students who maintain a 3.25 grade point average for the first five six-weeks grading period will receive an Honor Letter the first year of
achievement. Any subsequent years students will receive an Honor Bar.
In-School Suspension (ISS)
When it becomes necessary to discipline students for school problems, Out-Of-School Suspension (OSS) is not always appropriate. In-School
Suspension (ISS) is designed to remind students that inappropriate behavior/actions are not acceptable and offers a discipline measure without
missing school time.
Students may be placed in ISS for the entire school day. At the discretion of the teacher(s), class assignments may be sent to work on while in
ISS. However, students will not be permitted to leave ISS to retrieve books, assignments or any other excuses. Students will be counted
present for that day in school. Students in ISS will be expected to comply with the campus-wide rules and expectations: (1) Be Safe, (2) Be
Responsible, and (3) Be Respectful. Failure to comply will result in OSS.
Students are not to participate in extracurricular activities during the ISS time. This includes rehearsals, field trips, practices and interscholastic
competitions. Sleeping, eating, drinking, talking are prohibited in ISS.
Integrity
To show integrity is to do what is right, when no one else is looking.
Late Arrival (or Early Release)
Students will only be granted Early Release or Late Arrival based solely on the following conditions. Danville Public Schools established these
conditions in an effort to ensure that time spent away from school is meaningful and will advance the students in their future endeavors.
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The student is enrolled in a college course at a local institution or online.
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The student is enrolled in an internship with a local business or organization.
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The student is gainfully employed.
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Leadership
To be a leader is not to have people follow you. It is accountability and responsibility to those who chose to follow you and support the
decisions you make. Leadership is an ability to lead skillfully and thoughtfully. To follow someone in their leadership capacity is to respect their
decisions and their innate abilities as a leader.
Lockers
Student lockers are property of the school and remain at all times under the control of the school; however, students are expected to assume
full responsibility for the security of their lockers. Under no circumstances should a student share his or her locker or locker
combination with another student(s). Please be advised the periodic general inspections of lockers may be conducted by school
authorities for any reason, at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant.
Lost and Found
During the course of the school year, many articles are lost or misplaced. If a student finds an article, it should be delivered immediately to the
Campus Security Desk. If the loss is reported to the student’s teacher when the article is discovered missing, attempts will be made to locate
lost articles.
Lunch / Breakfast
In our cafeteria or dining hall, along with a regular a la carte and snack line services, there will be a hot plate lunch offered at a fixed price that
is set in August of each school year. Students are issued a Personal Pin Number (PPN) at the beginning of their enrollment in Danville Public
Schools. This is YOUR personal pin number. Pin numbers are used for accounting purposes. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
SHARE YOUR PERSONAL PIN NUMBER WITH OTHER STUDENTS.
2013-2014 Cafeteria Prices:
Breakfast Menu Prices
$0.75 (Paid)
$0.30 (Reduced)
$1.10 (Adult)
Lunch Menu Prices
$1.90 (Paid)
$0.40 (Reduced)
$3.00 (Adult)
All meals are served each school day, except during Final Exams. Further, only breakfast is served on half-days. All meals are consumed in
the cafeteria. Any student(s) leave school grounds for lunch, i.e., traveling to Cook-Out, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Sonic, Wendy’s,
Chick-fil-A, Burger King, etc., will not be covered by school insurance. Students are prohibited from bringing food purchased off campus
at lunch back to the school for consumption. All tardies resulting from students leaving campus for lunch will be recorded as “unexcused.”
Consumption of food, drink, and snacks are restricted to the cafeteria. After eating, all trays and utensils are to be returned to the dishwasher
area. Students are expected to empty all trays of excess paper and food into a trashcan. Emptied trays and used utensils are to be placed in
the dishwasher area.
Make-Up Work
Students who are absent from school or classes are responsible for making up work missed during their absences. Students will be granted
one (1) day to make-up work for every day absent, unless the individual teacher gives permission to extend the time. If this procedure is not
followed, the teacher is not required to accept the work. It is the student’s responsibility to get the work from the teacher. Students are
encouraged to get the work from the teacher. Students are encouraged to use before and after school time to get with his/her teachers.
Special circumstances requiring an extension of time for make-up work may be arranged by the teachers and/or principals.
NOTE: Parents/Guardians must understand that certain subject matter cannot be assigned make-up work to be completed outside of class,
especially if the student is absent when certain concepts are taught.
Medical Information
Health Screenings: The following screenings are performed in conjunction with state mandates. Students who are new to Danville Public
Schools are screened for Vision and Hearing. New students K-3 are screened for Fine and Gross Motor Function. Vision: Grades 3, 7, 10;
Hearing: Grades 3, 7, 10. The screening process will begin 30-days after the start of school and completed within 6 weeks. Parents wishing
to remove their child(ren) from the screening process for religious reasons must contact the school. Height/Weight screening in Grades 1-10
may occur anytime throughout the school year.
Scoliosis: Scoliosis is a lateral spinal curve that can have adverse affects. The American Academy of pediatrics recommends scoliosis
screening at routine health visits at ages 10, 12, 14, and 16 years of age. If you would like your child to be prescreened at school, contact your
child’s School Nurse/Medical Liaison. The School Nurse’s telephone is (434) 799-6417.
Clinic Procedures:
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GWHS maintains a clinic for the purpose of handling emergency and urgent situations and providing health information. Nonurgent medical problems should not be addressed at school.
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Students needing to see the nurse during a class period MUST secure a pass to the clinic from their teacher. Except in the
event of an emergency or specific instruction from the nurse, students may not come to the clinic between classes.
Students are encouraged to visit the clinic during their lunch breaks for routine questions. Students do not need a pass to be
seen in the clinic during lunch.
Students are not to take prescription or non-prescription medicines at school except as provided for by the guidelines set forth
by the Danville Public Schools. No medicine will be given at school without prior written parental consent and the student’s
own medication. Prescription medicine must also be accompanied by a signed authorization by the prescribing physician. All
medicines will be kept in the clinic. It is the responsibility of the student to report to the clinic to take his/her medicine at the
appropriate time. All non-prescription and prescription medication forms must be filled out and signed at the beginning of each
school year, as the clinic cannot keep forms from one year to the next. STUDENTS ARE NEVER TO BE IN POSSESSION
OF OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATIONS OR PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS.
Medical and dental appointments should be made after school, if feasible. Students must have parental permission if it is
necessary to leave school for such appointments.
Students who find it necessary to leave school due to illness must secure proper documentation from the school nurse or Pupil
Accounting Office secretary. This will require verbal notification of the parent or a person previously designated by the parent.
Students with a diagnosis of asthma are permitted to possess and self-administer inhaled asthma medication during the school
day, at school sponsored activities or while on a school bus or other school property provided that written parental consent and
written notice from the prescribing physician is on file at school using the approved contract form. The contract for selfadministration of medicine must be renewed yearly.
In order for a student to use the school elevator, he/she must secure a note from the school nurse or an administrator.
Accidents at School: In order that there will be no confusion or misunderstanding among the parties involved, the following procedures must
be followed in filing for insurance claims:
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The injured student should report the injury to the teacher in charge at the time of the injury. If the injury occurs on the way to
school or while returning home from school, the student should inform the Main Office and complete an insurance form.
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It is the responsibility of the student to secure an insurance claim form from the secretary in the Main Office.
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Accident insurance for students is offered at the beginning of each school year.
Media Center (Library)
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Materials for extended student and reading pleasure are provided by the GWHS Library Media Center. Making available a large
selection of educational materials, the media center is a nucleus for student development. The media center is open from 8:05
a.m.-3:20 p.m.
Books in general circulation may be checked out for two (2) weeks and renewed for an additional two weeks. All materials must be
checked out at the desk before being taken from the media center.
Fines for overdue materials follows: 2-week books – 5¢ per day.
Teachers may send up to six (6) students to the media center during any classroom block. A separate pass is to be used for each
student sent to the media center. Students are free to go back to their classroom at any time; however, they must pick up their hall
pass and have it signed prior to returning to class.
The media center will be open before school, at lunch, and after school for quiet study only.
Mid-Term Examination Criteria / Final Exam Exemption Criteria
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There will be no exam exemption for mid-term examinations.
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Any student in Grade 9 through Grade 12 who has a course average of at least a “C” (i.e., 77-85) or better computed prior to the
exam and has had no more than six (6) cumulative absences during the school term may be exempt from the final examination in a
class. Religious holidays and school-related absences (e.g., field trips, documented college visits*, athletics, drama, chorus, band,
orchestra, etc.) shall not be counted in arriving at the number of absences. Students who are eligible to exempt an exam must turn
in textbooks prior to the exam day.
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In order to offer an incentive for students to succeed on End-of-Course SOL tests, the following system was created where students
can earn credit towards their final exam grade. Therefore, students taking a course requiring an SOL End-of-Course test will be able
to earn credit towards their final exam grade based on the their performance on the SOL test. The following scale will apply:
SOL Score
Points on Final Exam
400 – 410 ……………………………………………… 77
411 – 420 ……………………………………………… 78
421 – 430 ……………………………………………… 79
431 – 440 ……………………………………………… 81
441 – 450 ……………………………………………… 83
451 – 460 ……………………………………………… 85
461 – 470 ……………………………………………… 86
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471 – 480 ……………………………………………… 88
481 – 490 ……………………………………………… 90
491 – 499 ……………………………………………… 92
500 – 525 ……………………………………………… 93
526 – 550 ……………………………………………… 95
551 – 575 ……………………………………………… 97
576 – 599 ……………………………………………… 99
600 ……………………………………………………. 100
Students may choose to apply this grade in lieu of taking a final exam. If students choose, they may still take the final exam. The
higher of the two grades will be calculated into the students’ final grade for the course. NOTE: This process is new to George
Washington High School as of August 2013 and will not be applied retroactively to previous years’ exam grades.
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Any student who wishes to take an examination at the end of the term, in a class that he/she is currently attending and enrolled in,
shall be permitted to do so.
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There is no automatic exemption from any class, elective or otherwise. Exemptions are granted to freshman, sophomores, juniors
and seniors and only with compliance to the criteria listed above or only in catastrophic circumstances and as approved by the
Principal and the Director of Secondary Education.
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Nothing in this policy shall be construed to exempt any student from the End-of-Course (EOC) SOL testing requirements set forth in
the Virginia Department of Education’s Standards of Accreditation, or alter the requirements for earning a diploma.
*Documentation from the College/University Admission Office (business card, signed note on letterhead, e-mail, etc.) will be required to
substantiate a college/university visit.
Moment of Silence
July 1, 2000 the Legislature of Virginia signed into law that all public schools shall observe one minute of silence at the beginning of each
school day (Code of Virginia, § 22.1-203). Danville Public Schools Board of Education adopted the Daily Observance of One Minute of Silence
on July 6, 2000. At the end of morning announcements the entire school will observe one minute of silence. During this period “the teacher
responsible for each classroom shall take care that all pupils remain seated and silent and make no distracting display to the end that each
pupil may, in the exercise of his or her individual choice, meditate, pray, or engage in any other silent activity which does not interfere with,
distract, or impede other pupils in the like exercise of individual choice.” This is a minute of silence that clearly precludes students or teachers
to use the occasion to vocally express their thoughts or feelings or otherwise speak, singularly or in unison. This time is not intended to be and
shall not be conducted as a religious service or exercise, but is considered as an opportunity for a minute of silent reflection on the anticipated
activities of the day.
Music Department (Instrumental)
The bands and orchestra of George Washington High School provide an opportunity for students who are interested in music and who have an
instrumental background to participate in organized musical activities throughout the year. The Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic
Band, Jazz Band and Symphony Orchestra are open to qualified applicants.
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Concert Band
The Concert Band is the third performing group in the school and is open to any student in the school. The Band performs at
concerts throughout the school year.
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Jazz Band
The Jazz Band is a voluntary organization chosen by the band director. It is a very select group made up of saxophones,
trombones, trumpets, and rhythm. The group performs at some school concerts, local engagements, dances and possible
competitions.
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Marching Eagles Band
The playing unit of the marching band is composed of members of the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band. Each member
receives a schedule of performances and practices, including afternoon practices, football games and competition performances.
Each member is required to attend all practices and all performances. Students who complete requirements are eligible for a band
letter and awards. The non-playing unit is composed of two auxiliary units: the flag line and the rifle line. The members of these
units are chosen by audition in the spring of the year. They are subject to the same attendance requirements as the members of the
playing unit. In addition, they can take a Colorguard class during the first semester. This non-credit class will be devoted to
additional practice and to execution of marching routines.
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4.
Symphonic Band
The Symphonic Band is the second performing group in the school and is open to those students who qualify by audition. The band
performs at concerts held throughout the school year plus at some competition festivals as well as some local engagements. Outof-town appearances are scheduled whenever possible. The students are also eligible to compete on an individual basis for AllRegional and All-State Honors.
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Symphonic Orchestra
The Symphonic Orchestra is the select performing organization of GWHS. It is open to any student through audition. The orchestra
performs three formal concerts during the school year plus festivals and other local engagements. Extracurricular activities include
trips to hear other orchestras.
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Wind Ensemble
The Wind Ensemble is the select performing group at GWHS. It is open to students who qualify by audition. The band performs at
formal concerts during the school year plus competitions and other local engagements. An out-of-town appearance is scheduled
whenever possible. The students are also eligible to compete on an individual basis for All-Regional, All-State Honors.
National Honor Society (NHS)
The purposes of the National Honor Society (NHS) are as follows: to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service,
to promote leadership, and to develop character in students.
Membership is an honor bestowed upon a student. Selection for membership is by faculty council and is based on outstanding scholarship,
character, leadership, and service. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these qualities. Further, to be
eligible for membership, the candidates must be a junior or senior. Candidates must have been in attendance at the school the equivalent of
one semester. Candidates must have a cumulative scholastic average of at least a 3.25 as determined by GWHS weighted ranking system.
Candidates shall then be evaluated on the basis of service, leadership and character. The selection of each member to the chapter shall be by
a majority vote of the faculty council.
Students’ academic records are reviewed to determine scholastic eligibility. Students’ cumulative discipline records are reviewed to determine
character eligibility. Faculty members are invited to offer information on the candidates. Students who are deemed eligible at this point are
notified. For further consideration for selection, the student must complete a personal information form and Student Activity Information Form.
The Student Activity Information Form is used to obtain information regarding service and leadership. The student must submit these forms by
the deadline date given, to be considered for membership. The Student Activity Information Form and any other verifiable information is then
reviewed by the faculty council. The faculty council may wish to interview candidates personally, if necessary. The student should understand
that the faculty council makes the final decision for membership and completion of these forms does not guarantee selection.
The faculty Council/Chapter Advisor shall consist of five (5) voting faculty members appointed annually by the principal. The chapter advisor
shall be an ex-officio, non-voting, sixth member of the council.
The following guidelines are used to define Leadership, Service, and Character:
1. Leadership
a. Proposes new problems, applies principles, makes suggestions
b. Promotes school activities
c. Upholds school ideals by serving as role model
d. Improves civic life of the school
e. Delegates responsibilities
f.
Serves as leader in the school, community and/or work
g. Accepts responsibility
2. Service
a. Participates in school projects
b. Participates in community activities
c. Serves as a dependable and organized volunteer
d. Provides assistance to others
3. Character
a. Exemplifies outstanding qualities of behavior
b. Adheres to all school regulations. The student has no record of any suspension, either ISS or OSS.
c. Demonstrates high standards of integrity, reliability, and courtesy
d. Candidates receiving a majority vote of the faculty council are invited to become members.
Regarding Dismissal: Members are liable for dismissal if they do not maintain the standards of scholarship, leadership, service, and character
that were the basis for their selection. Any member who commits a flagrant violation of school rules or civic laws is subject to immediate
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dismissal. Any disciplinary offense, which would constitute a suspension of any type, ISS or OSS, is considered a flagrant violation of school
rules; therefore, no warning is necessary. If a member is dismissed, he or she is no longer eligible for membership in the National Honor
Society (NHS).
Open Defiance / Disrespect
No student shall show disrespect towards a staff member or another student. Disrespect includes abusive language to staff members and
students. Any student who disobeys a reasonable or otherwise openly defies a school staff member shall be subject to out-of-school
suspension and considered for expulsion. The minimum penalty is some type of suspension; the maximum penalty is three (3) days of OSS.
Failing to give a staff member your correct name will be considered an act of defiance, resulting in at least one (1) day of out-of-school
suspension.
Out-Of-School Suspension (OSS)
On occasion, violations of school policy warrant a student being suspended from school. While a student is suspended from school, he/she
cannot be on any Danville Public Schools property, including buses, while the suspension is in effect. Any student found on school property
during an out-of-school suspension will be considered trespassing and subject to severe consequences and/or arrest. This includes afterschool events. A parent will need to meet with the administrator when the student is scheduled to return to school. A student can be
suspended from school for being arrested for violating certain laws while not on school property. This is to protect the safety and
welfare of the faculty/staff and student body.
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
PTA/PTSA comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational
success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that prides itself
on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education.
Membership in PTA is open to anyone who desires to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and
youth.
Parking Lot Regulations
Parking areas are available for student parking. These areas are properly marked and all city traffic regulations will apply to parking on and off
campus. These areas are:
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Senior Parking
a. The parking lot across from Broad Street
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Junior, Sophomore, Freshman Parking
a. The gymnasium parking area located adjacent to the gymnasium and South corridors provide diagonal parking spaces for
student use.
b. The Technology Studies Building (Vocational Building) provides parking and easy access to the Technology Studies Building
and Career and Technical Building and East corridors.
c. Christopher Lane parking area.
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Faculty Parking
The parking areas beside the Auditorium and Guidance Department are designated specifically for the use of the faculty and staff.
NO STUDENT IS TO PARK IN THESE AREAS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY.
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Other Parking Guidelines
a. No student is to be in a parked vehicle during the school day.
b. Any student using or tampering with another student’s vehicle may be subject to a Danville City Code Violation.
c. Improperly parked cars will be towed away at the owner’s expense. Further, the violator may incur a loss of driving privileges.
d. Students riding bicycles should provide a secure locking device as the school will not be responsible for loss or theft. Students
using a bicycle must obey all traffic regulations.
e. Students riding skateboards must provide a location to store/secure the boards during the school day. GWHS is not
responsible for the loss or theft of a student’s skateboard.
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Skates are not permitted on school grounds.
Parking Permits
Parking Permits may be obtained at the Security Desk. Permits are sold daily at a cost of $15.00. Students must have a student ID card,
automobile license tag number, and a current driver’s license. Parking permits must be visibly displayed in a student’s vehicle. Students with
senior classification will be allowed to leave campus during the lunch period and must park in the Senior Parking Lot across from the main
entrance of the school building. Students classified as Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors are NOT allowed to leave campus during the lunch
blocks. Students should not loiter in the parking lots and should enter the school building directly upon arrival to school. Any student needing
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access to their vehicle during the school day must obtain permission from an administrator or security personnel. Failure to obtain a parking
permit may result in loss of driving privileges.
Physical Education
All students are required to have suitable clothing, including socks and shoes, and are expected to dress out for all physical education classes.
Physical Education (PE) clothing should be laundered a minimum of once a week. Students are issued assigned locks and lockers. Students
are required to secure their belongings in the assigned PE locker. NEVER LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR GYM LOCKER. NEVER SHARE
OR GIVE YOUR LOCKER COMBINATION TO ANOTHER STUDENT, INCLUDING YOUR FRIEND(S). GWHS is NOT responsible for your
loss or stolen property.
Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics, Science and Technology
(Located at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research)
Junior Curriculum
1. English 11
2. Integrated Math Analysis (Pre-Calculus)
Laboratory Calculus (Pre-Calculus is a prerequisite)
3. College Chemistry* or
College Physics
4. Research and Methodology (no dual enrollment)
5. TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES TAKEN:
TOTAL NUMBER OF DUAL ENROLLMENT CREDITS:
6 hours
6 hours or
6 hours
8 hours or
8 hours
4
20 hours
Senior Curriculum
1. College Composition (English 12)
6 hours
2. Laboratory Calculus or
6 hours or
Linear Algebra and
2 hours or
College Statistics
3 hours
3. College Physics or
8 hours or
College Biology
8 hours
4. Research Application and Evaluation (no dual enrollment)
TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES TAKEN:
4
TOTAL NUMBER OF POSSIBLE DUAL ENROLLMENT CREDITS:
20 hours**
TOTAL NUMBER OF POSSIBLE DUAL ENROLLMENT CREDITS FOR THE GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL = 34 **
(*) SOL tests will be administered by the Governor’s School faculty at the two sites.
(**) The math selected for the senior year will determine the final number of dual enrollment credits.
Junior Course Descriptions (Governor’s School)
Juniors must choose either college chemistry or college physics; for math, juniors must choose either integrated math analysis or laboratory
calculus. All juniors are required to take research methodology and design. Juniors from Danville City and Pittsylvania County Divisions must
take English 11 at the Governor’s School site.
College Chemistry
Prerequisite: Chemistry (preferred)
The course explores the fundamental laws, theories and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Topics will include: structure of matter, states of
matter, reactions (types, stiochiometry, equilibrium, kinetics, and thermodynamics), and descriptive chemistry. There is an emphasis on the
laboratory experience as a primary means for the development of chemical concepts. Experimental design, gathering data and the use of
statistics to analyze data are studied jointly with the research methodology and design course or senior research application and evaluation.
The course will cover the Standards of Learning for chemistry. Students will take the End-of-Course test for chemistry, given by the Piedmont
Governor’s School instructors at the site. (1.0 high school credit / 8 college semester hours/year)
College Physics
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra with Trigonometry
The course is an advanced curriculum that stresses development of problem solving, thinking and laboratory skills. The content covers
mechanics, thermodynamics, wave phenomena, electricity and magnetism, and selected topics in modern physics. Classroom activities
include collecting and analyzing data in a computer-based lab and introducing students to applications of theoretical concepts. Experimental
design, gathering data, and the use of statistics to analyze data are studied jointly with the research methodology and design course or the
senior research application and evaluation course. The course will incorporate the Standards of Learning for physics. (1.0 high school credit/ 8
college semester hours/year).
Integrated Math Analysis
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra with Trigonometry
The course is pre-calculus course including the study of algebraic, logarithmic, exponential, polynomial, rational and trigonometric functions,
matrices, graphing techniques and introductory statistics. (1.0 high school credit / 6 college semester hours/year).
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Laboratory Calculus
Prerequisite: Math Analysis / Pre-Calculus
Laboratory Calculus provides a student with an opportunity to learn the classical calculus curriculum in an innovative technological manner and
to apply all previous mathematics concepts and skills. The course is based on real life applications including, but no limited to, differential
calculus of one variable including the theory of limits, derivatives, differentials, anti-derivatives, and applications to algebraic and transcendental
functions. (1.0 high school credit / 6 college semester hours/year)
Research Methodology and Design
Prerequisite: None
The course is an introduction to the research process, which includes research design, sampling techniques, elementary statistical analysis,
library research, scientific writing, presentation skills and development of multimedia presentations. All students will complete the preliminary
report of an original research project. Students design the study, collect and analyze the data and report the results. (1.0 high school credit)
English 11
Prerequisite: English 10
English 11 focuses on English in action and strives to develop concepts, terminology, techniques, and understanding of methods of literature,
language and composition. Emphasis is on personal and critical response, literary analysis, communication skills, and research using wordprocessing and other appropriate computer programs. Students are encouraged to discover the American experience as expressed in the
literature of its people. Included in the course are oral tradition, poetry, drama, prose, and novel. The course will cover the Standards of
Learning for English 11. Students will take the End-of-Course test for the course given by the Piedmont Governor’s School instructors at the
site. The course will be organized within the interdisciplinary structure of the Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics, Science, and
Technology. (1.0 high school credit).
Senior Course Descriptions (Governor’s School)
Seniors must choose either college physics or college biology; for math, seniors must choose among laboratory calculus, linear algebra or
college statistics. All seniors are required to take senior research application and evaluation course. Seniors from Danville City and
Pittsylvania County school Divisions must take English 12 / College Composition at the Governor’s School site.
College Physics
Prerequisite: Integrated Math Analysis
The course is an advanced curriculum that stresses development of problem solving, thinking and laboratory skills. The content covers
mechanics, thermodynamics, wave phenomena, electricity and magnetism, and selected topics in modern physics. Classroom activities
include collecting and analyzing data in a computer-based lab and introducing students to applications of theoretical concepts. Experimental
design, gathering data and the use of statistics to analyze data is studied jointly with the research methodology and design course or senior
research application and evaluation. (1.0 high school credit / 8 college semester hours/year).
College Biology
Prerequisite: Integrated Math Analysis
The course is a college-level introduction focusing on the fundamental characteristics of living matter from the molecular level to the ecological
community level. The content introduces the diversity of living organisms, their structure, function, and evolution. Topics covered include
major concepts in molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics, botany, physiology, and ecology. (1.0 high school credit
/ 8 college hours/year).
Laboratory Calculus
Prerequisite: Integrated Math Analysis
Laboratory calculus provides a student with an opportunity to learn the classical calculus curriculum in an innovative technological manner and
to apply all previous mathematics concepts and skills. The course is based on real life applications including, but not limited to, differential
calculus of one variable including the theory of limits, derivatives, differentials, anti-derivatives, and applications to algebraic and transcendental
functions. (1.0 high school credit / 6 college semester hours/year).
Linear Algebra
Prerequisite: Laboratory Calculus
Linear algebra is a college level course that serves as a transition between a computational and theoretical course to more advanced
mathematics. Topics covered are vectors, dot and cross product, lines and planes, Eigen values, solving systems of equations, operations on
matrices, matrix equations and inverses, linear system theory, determinants, linear dependence and independence, sub-spaces, basis and
dimension, and rank of a matrix. (1.0 high school credit / 2 college semester hours/year).
College Statistics
Prerequisite: Integrated Math Analysis
The course presents an overview of statistics, including descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation,
hypothesis testing, and correlation and regression and data exploration. (1.0 high school credit / 3 college semester hours/year).
Senior Research Application and Evaluation
Prerequisite: Research Methodology and Design
The course provides the students the opportunity to explore the area of personal interest that promotes the mission of the school. Students
take an active part in formulating the problems and the methods by which the problems are investigated. Appropriate investigative techniques
are utilized to produce or analyze raw data and/or produce original interpretations rather than rely exclusively on the conclusions of others.
When completing projects, students communicate their results to a real rather than a contrived audience in a professionally appropriate
manner. Students actively participate during their junior year in planning their senior research experience. (1.0 high school credit).
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English 12
Prerequisite: English 11
The course examines major British (and some world) writings from early times to the modern period and encourages students to discover the
historical and global influence of British culture as reflected in the literature. The course develops writing ability for study and application taken
from personal experience, observation, specified research, and reading of selected literature. The emphasis is on writing as a process
including audience, purpose, tone, drafting, revising, and editing. The types of writing produced include description, exposition, narration,
persuasion, and literary criticism. The course integrates experiences in thinking, reading, listening, and speaking. The course will cover the
Standards of Learning for English. It is organized within the interdisciplinary structure of the Piedmont Governor’s School for Mathematics,
Science, and Technology. (1.0 high school credit / 6 college semester hours/year).
Plagiarizing / Cheating
Cheating directly undermines the integrity of the educational process and will not be accepted or condoned by any teacher. Cheating corrupts
true learning and denies fair evaluation of all students. The following guidelines have been established for eliminating cheating.
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Teachers should make every effort to arrange the seating in the classroom in order to discourage student cheating.
Teachers should maintain test security before, during and after testing.
The positive qualities of integrity and honesty will be stressed in every class.
If a student is discovered cheating, he/she will receive no credit for that particular work. The teacher should make every effort to
ascertain the reason for this occurrence through any of the following methods:
d. Talk with the student
e. Call the parent
f.
Send the student to the Security Desk with a written referral
Teachers may choose to allow a make-up test.
The teacher must monitor every testing situation carefully.
Independent assignments that do not reflect a student’s own efforts will be considered cheating. These might include homework,
projects, or writing.
The student has the right of due process and may challenge the allegation of cheating. In this case an investigation may ensue. It
is in the teacher’s best interest to have documented proof available.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance will be recited in the school and at some school-sponsored activities. All students must stand, but they have the right
to refrain from reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, if the parent/guardian objects on religious, philosophical or other grounds to participation in this
exercise. However, documentation must be on file in the student’s cumulative record. Students may not interfere with the rights of others to
participate. Students may be disciplined for disrupting this exercise.
Pride
To show pride is not to revel in one’s own accomplishments, but to stand with your team, your peers, your school, your family, and your
community as you struggle with adversity; cheer with excitement; and help each other.
Principals
(See Administrators)
Problems Between Students
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Students are NEVER to attempt to settle disputes or misunderstandings by fighting, using inappropriate language, making threats,
etc.
Students should report any incident to the office or ask for a conference with one of the guidance counselors. This practice is called
“being a good citizen,” not snitching.
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT)
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Test Dates
October 16 (Wednesday)
October 19 (Saturday)
Test Dates
October 15 (Wednesday)
October 18 (Saturday)
PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association)
PTA/PTSA comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational
success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that prides itself
on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education.
Membership in PTA is open to anyone who desires to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and
youth.
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Publications
All publication classes are offered as a part of the English curriculum as credit classes. However, these courses are used as elective courses
and have no English credit.
1.
The Cavalier
George Washington High School’s yearbook, The Cavalier, is produced in the credit classes. The yearbook, which is delivered in
May, also includes a spring supplement, which is delivered in August. The yearbook is the record of events and personalities which
have been a part of the school year. The class is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Students gain skill in photography,
writing, interviewing, graphics, design, business, and computer technology. Interested students should contact Mrs. Deborah
Slayton in C102 and pick up an application at the end of first semester.
2.
The Chatterbox
George Washington High School’s newsmagazine, The Chatterbox, is produced in the credit classes and is open to sophomore,
juniors and seniors. The newsmagazine contains news, features, sports and in-depth articles aimed at picturing the school’s,
community’s, state’s, and nation’s activities. The magazine is produced eight (8) times a year and is distributed free to all students,
faculty, administration, advertisers, and school personnel in all Danville Public Schools. Persons interested in further developing
skills in writing, design, interviewing, art, photography, graphics, computer technology or business who wishes to be a part of The
Chatterbox staff should contact Mrs. Pamela Jones, advisor, and sign up in E101. Those wishing to apply for leadership positions
must pass the first year class. Very few seniors are accepted onto the staff with no previous training.
3.
The Euantes
George Washington High School’s literary, art, and journalism magazine, the Euantes, is produced in the credit classes. These
classes are open to all tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grade students subject to the permission of the Euantes advisor. The magazine
provides a means for students to showcase their various talents. The magazine staff produces a magazine that comes out in May.
It has fiction, poetry, prose features, photography and artwork done by GW students. The Euantes staff is composed of students
interested in magazine production. Positions are open for students interested in writing, art, desktop publishing technology,
photography, layout/design, and business. Conscientious, dependable students should contact Mrs. Sharon Leigg, advisor, and
sign up in V201.
Publications Produced Without School Sponsorship
Distribution of publications produced without school sponsorship is prohibited. Always consult with and obtain permission from the Principal
before distributing any type of publication to students, teachers, and staff.
Safety Precautions
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No one is to be seated on the stairways before school, during lunch, or after school.
Follow all instructions giving pertaining to “Safety Drills.” Move swiftly, orderly, and quietly during “Safety Drills.”
Always demonstrate respect to ANY teacher giving directions or instructions, regardless of whether you have that teacher for class
or not.
Always keep (or walk) to the right side of the halls, stairways, and when entering and exiting a classroom.
Never run or shove others while moving through the halls, stairways, or when entering and exiting a classroom.
If you become aware of any safety hazard in or around the school building/campus, please report it to the security desk, main office,
nearest teacher/staff and/or administrator.
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
http://collegeboard.org
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Test Dates
October 5, 6
November 2, 3
December 7, 8
January 25, 26
March 8, 9
May 3, 4
June 7, 8
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Registration Deadline
September 6
October 3
November 8
December 27
February 7
April 4
May 9
Late Registration Deadline
September 20
October 18
November 22
January 10
February 21
April 18
May 23
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Schedule Adjustments
At the beginning of the school year, students will be given an opportunity to request a Schedule Adjustment by completing a student schedule
adjustment form. Students who request a schedule adjustment must use the following procedure:
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Secure a student schedule adjustment form from the guidance office.
Return student schedule adjustment form directly to his/her guidance counselor by the announced date.
Remain in the assigned classes until notified.
Requests to change courses after the first two weeks of the year will require teacher and counselor input.
Requests to change courses after the first grading period will require the principal’s approval.
Students who withdraw from a course for any reason after the first grading period will receive a failing grade for the course.
Schedule adjustments will be limited to scheduling conflicts, level change, incorrect course code entry,
or having failed with a teacher previously.
Scheduling Procedures All Students
A student’s schedule of classes is one of the most basic tools of academic success. The process should involve the participation of each
student, his/her parents and the guidance counselor. The following scheduling procedures apply to all students:
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b.
c.
d.
e.
Students register for courses once each year for the next school year. Course offerings and staffing are based upon student
registration: therefore, it is imperative that students and their parents understand procedures, plan carefully and make serious
commitments.
Scheduling and student assignments are computerized.
After the initial registration period, students will be given an announced date to request changes in their planned schedules.
A normal class load will be seven courses.
Students enrolled in cooperative work training programs will be permitted to leave school early.
School Board Members
Danville Public Schools / 341 Main Street, Suite 100 / Danville, Virginia 24541 / 434.799.6400
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Dr. Ed Polhamus, Chair
Mrs. Rebecca Bolton, Vice Chair
Ms. Cheryl Bryant
Dr. Philip Campbell
Mrs. Terri Hall
Ms. Renee Hughes
Rev. George Wilson
School Nurse (434) 799-6417
(See Medical Information.)
School Supervision
The Standards for Student Conduct applies to any student who is on Danville Public Schools’ property, who is in attendance at school or at any
school-sponsored activity, or whose conduct at any time or place has a direct and immediate effect on maintaining order and discipline in the
Danville Public Schools or on the health, safety or welfare of the students or employees of the division.
Search and Seizure
To maintain order and discipline in schools and to protect the safety and welfare of students and school personnel, school authorities may
search a student, student lockers or student automobiles under the circumstances outlined below and may seize any illegal, unauthorized, or
contraband materials discovered in the search.
As used in this policy, the term “unauthorized” means any item dangerous to the health or safety of students or school personnel, or disruptive
of any items described as unauthorized in school rules available beforehand to the student.
Random searches may be conducted on school property using metal detectors or dogs capable of detecting drugs, bombs or firearms. These
random searches may be conducted by school personnel during the regular school day or at school-related activities. Random dog searches
will be conducted by specially trained law enforcement agencies under the supervision of school personnel.
A student’s failure to permit searches and seizures as provided in this policy will be considered grounds for disciplinary action.
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Senior Information
Senior Class members should be aware of the following privileges and obligations. This information is given to avoid confusion during the
school year for any senior.
1.
General – Pictures taken in the senior year are offered in a variety of forms. Individual class pictures for the school yearbook can be
specifically processed. The class picture is available at the end of the school year. The Junior/Senior Prom is a formal dance that is
tentatively scheduled for May 3, 2014 at O. Trent Bonner Middle School. Estimated cost is $20.00 per student and date.
2.
Valedictorian/Salutatorian Designation – Designation for the GWHS Class Valedictorian and Salutatorian is determined by a
student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA) and is calculated at the conclusion of the first semester of the his/her senior year.
In case of a tie for valedictorian, both students will be honored as co-valedictorians and a salutatorian will be recognized as well. In
the case of co-salutatorians, both students will be honored.
3.
Graduation – Souvenir caps and gowns will be worn for graduation. These caps and gowns and other senior supplies may be
purchased from Jostens. All orders must be submitted by November 18, 2013 (boys) and November 19, 2013 (girls). Orders may
be submitted online at http://www.jostens.com.
Senior Lounge
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As a privilege, Senior Lounge is provided for study and recreation. Lounge assignments are by class blocks. Senior Lounge
privileges are extended to a student who meet the following qualifications:
a. Has been classified as a senior.
b. Is willing to accept the responsibility which go with the privilege of using the senior lounge.
Senior Lounge is "OFF-LIMITS” to all other students.
A senior will lose the use of the lounge if he/she abuses this privilege in any manner.
Senior Lunch Policy
1. Eligibility: To be classified as a 12th grader, a student must:
a. Earn up to a minimum of 17 standard units of credit, one of which must be English 11
b. Have five (5) verified units, to include End-of-Course (EOC) SOL English 11 Reading and English 11 Writing
c. Have one (1) verified unit EOC SOL Mathematics (Algebra I or Algebra II or Geometry)
2. Senior Lunch Policy Restrictions:
a. Absolutely NO UNDERCLASSMEN have the privilege to leave campus for lunch.
b. Any student(s) leave school grounds for lunch, i.e., traveling to Cook-Out, McDonald’s, Sonic, Wendy’s, Chick-fil-a, Burger
King, etc., will not be covered by school insurance.
c. Students are prohibited from bringing food purchased off campus at lunch back to the school for consumption. All tardies
resulting from students leaving campus for lunch will be recorded as “unexcused.”
d. Seniors are held responsible for students riding in their vehicle.
3. Violations of Senior Lunch Policy:
a. Seniors who leave campus with a Non-GWHS person(s).
b. Failure to return to campus on time from lunch.
c. Bringing food and/or beverage on school grounds from outside vendors or restaurants.
4. Disciplinary Actions:
a. 1st Violation: The senior student is restricted to having his or her lunch in the cafeteria for one semester and one day of InSchool Suspension (ISS).
b. 2nd Violation: The senior student in violation is assigned a 1-day Out-of-School Suspension. The student is issued a
restriction to the cafeteria for the remainder of the school year. Further, the student is assigned to a specific area to sit in the
cafeteria for lunch.
School Resource Officer (SRO)
The School Resource Officer (SRO) program is designed to provide a liaison between school and law enforcement. The major purposes of the
program are to facilitate communications and foster positive relationships.
School Sponsored Activities and Advisors
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Clubs
a. Art Club ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……. TBD
b. Civics Club …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. Mr. Dorman
c. Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) ………………………………………………………………………………. Coach Anderson
d. FIRST Robotics ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Mr. Waters
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l.
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French Club ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...……………….. Ms. Ball
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) …………………………………………………………………………………. Mrs. Price
Future Educators of Tomorrow ……………………………………………………………………………………..…………. Mrs. Stowe
Gentlemen By Choice Mentoring Program ……………………………………………………………………………..…… Mr. Toomer
Green Club ………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………. Mrs. Fitzgerald
HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) ………………………………………………………….……………… Mrs. Bernard
Key Club (Kiwanis Club) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. TBD
Latin Club ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……… Mrs. Leggett
PTSA (Parent/Teacher/Student Association) …………………………………………………………………….. Mrs. Walker (Parent)
Spanish Club …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Mrs. Z. Brown
Technology Education Club ……………………………………………………………………………………….………. Mr. Henderson
Theatre Guild …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Mrs. Tickle
Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA) …………………………………………………………………………………. Mr. Brann
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Instrumental Music (Band) ………………………………………………………………………………………. Mr. Purvis, Director of Bands
a. Concert Band
b. Flag Corps and Rifle Team
c. Jazz Ensemble
d. Marching Band
e. Symphonic Band
f.
Wind Ensemble
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Instrumental Music (Orchestra) ……………………………………………………………………...…………………. Mr. Sexton, Conductor
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National Honor Society (NHS) ………………………………………………………………………………………………...……. Mrs. Leggett
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Publications
a. Cavalier (Yearbook Publication) ………………………………………………………………………………………..……. Mrs. Slayton
b. Chatterbox (Newsmagazine Publication) ………………………………………………………………………..………… Mrs. P. Jones
c. Euantes (Literary Magazine Publication) …………………………………………………………………………………….... Mrs. Leigg
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Student Council Association (SCA) ………………………………………………………………………………………….……. Mr. Woodson
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Vocal Music ........................................................................................................................................ Mrs. Sheridan, Director of Choirs
Sports Participation
A.
General Statement
The following is an excerpt from the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Manual. This information concerns any competitive event
with member schools.
1. The Virginia High School League and the Piedmont District Conference 24 require good sportsmanship to be in evidence
at all times in interscholastic athletics and other extracurricular activities. Games and Championships have been lost by
the conduct of the home team or fans.
2. Some of the important regulations are:
a. Students and other spectators should treat visiting teams, fans of visiting teams and officials as guests,
extending them every courtesy.
b. All spectators must refrain from the use of insulting language, booing, uncomplimentary signs, and
throwing objects of any kind during a contest and bodily contact, such as pushing, hitting, etc.
c. In the event a school and its students and spectators choose not to show good sportsmanship and insist
on presenting such abuses as listed above, then that school can lose the current contest, and in all
probability, will be put on probation, fined and/or dropped from the league.
d. The Piedmont District Conference 24 has ruled that during basketball and football games all spectators
must be seated in the stands when the game is in progress.
B.
Interscholastic Competition
To be eligible to participate in interscholastic sports at George Washington High School one must first have a physical examination
by a doctor and parent’s approval. Secondary insurance for athletes is provided by the school. A student may take part in
interscholastic sports provided that he/she is not 19 years of age before August 1 proceeding the school year of competition.
C.
Eligibility Requirements (Activities and Athletics)
The VHSL’s eligibility requirements state that a student must be a Bona Fide Student, which means “You must be enrolled in and in
good standing in the school you represent.” Good standing is defined by George Washington High School as follows:
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D.
Students who have not passed five classes at the end of the 2012-2013 academic year may become eligible for the
upcoming 2013-2014 school year by attending summer school session June – July 2013.
Middle School students, in addition to meeting the same academic standards as high school students, must pass five out
of seven classes (or three out of four classes in a block schedule) each six-weeks grading period to remain eligible.
Any student who is suspended (out-of-school) shall not participate, practice or travel with teams or organizations during
the suspension.
Any student suspended (out-of-school) for a second time must have a mandatory meeting with their coach/advisor and
the administrator over athletics to determine their athletic eligibility for the remainder of that semester.
Any student suspended (out-of-school) for a third time shall be ineligible to participate in extracurricular/co-curricular
activities for the remainder of the school year or for a period to be determined by the administrator over athletics.
Consequences may carry over to the next school year.
Sportsmanship
Danville Public Schools expects good sportsmanship to be demonstrated at all times, by players and spectators. Sportsmanship
can be defined as fair and decent conduct, including observance of rules of fair play, respect for others, and graciousness in losing.
Student spectators should refrain from the following unacceptable behaviors, including but not limited to:
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Entering the playing field or team areas before, during, or after a contest;
Taunting of opposing team members, coaches, or cheerleaders;
Threats of violence against any representative of the opposing team;
Harassment of fans of the opposing team;
Throwing anything at anyone;
Vulgar, profane, or defamatory language directed at anyone;
Racist, sexist, or ethnic comments directed at anyone;
Actions intending to provoke reaction from participation or spectators;
Actions designed to interfere with a student-athlete’s ability to compete; and
Failure to obey requests from game officials or school officials.
Student spectators from Danville Public Schools will be held accountable for their sportsmanship by the school administrators.
Actions demonstrating a lack of sportsmanship may be disciplined by administrators in accordance with the Standards for Student
Conduct. In particular, if any two administrators agree that a student spectator has demonstrated a willful lack of sportsmanship, the
administrators may have the student removed immediately from the site of the athletic contests. Actions demonstrating a lack of
sportsmanship may be disciplined by administrators through such action as short-term or long-term suspensions from future athletic
events.
Students
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At George Washington High School, the student is the most important people on campus. Without the student there would be no
need for this school.
At George Washington High School, the student is not a cold enrollment statistic but a flesh and blood human being with feelings
and emotions like the administrators, teachers and staff.
At George Washington High School, the student is not someone to be tolerated so that we can do our thing. The student is our
thing.
At George Washington High School, the student is not dependent on us, rather, we are dependent on the student;
At George Washington High School, the student is not an interruption of our work, but the purpose of it. We are doing the student a
favor by serving him or her. He or she is doing us a favor by giving us the opportunity to do so.
Student Assistance Specialist
The Student Assistance Specialist will provide services to reduce barriers to learning and help ensure the success of all students in a safe,
disciplined and drug-free school. The role of the Specialist includes collaborating with school personnel, parents, and community agency
representatives to enhance the success of students regarding school attendance. The Student Assistance Program uses a multi-disciplinary
approach to integrate with other school-based programs. The Student Assistance Specialist is Ms. Margaret McLaughlin. She can be reached
at (434) 489-5168. Specific responsibilities include the following:
A.
Truancy Prevention
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Monitor students who have excessive unexcused or excused absences and refer them to the appropriate school or community
resources.
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Meet with students, parents, and other community personnel as requested to discuss attendance issues.
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Work with school and community personnel to help truant students resolve issues such as substance abuse, violence,
behavior problems, etc. which can affect academic success.
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B.
Dropout Retrieval
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Make contact with parents/guardians, community agency personnel, etc. to help retrieve students who have been withdrawn
because they have accumulated fifteen consecutive absences.
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Monitor re-enrolled students to help ensure continued attendance.
Student Council Association (SCA)
The Student Council Association (SCA) is a co-curricular organization whose membership includes each GWHS student. The SCA is
governed by a revised (6/96) constitution which sets forth the fundamental laws and principles under which the council operates and is
organized.
This organization is not a student government, and its purpose is not to teach governmental procedures. Instead, the SCA teaches leadership
skills including serving as an advisory and social liaison among students, teachers, staff, school board members, administrators, parents, and
members of the Danville and surrounding communities.
The purpose of the Council is to provide learning experiences for all members of the GWHS community, establish a student voice in
appropriate procedures and practices at the school, bring the student’s voice into full participation with administrative decisions, develop in
each GWHS student an attitude toward good citizenship, leadership, scholarship, human values, and service, assist in school management,
provide a training ground for developing student leadership, and foster positive relationships within the community.
1.
The Student Council is the OFFICIAL organization representing student at George Washington High School.
2.
The Student Council Association has the following primary objectives.
a. To provide a forum for student expression;
b. To develop good citizenship attitudes and practices;
c. To promote good relationships among students, faculty and the community;
d. To provide a training ground for leadership; and
e. To be of service to the students, administration and faculty.
3.
Each student is a member of the Student Council Association; however, he/she is represented in Council meetings by elected
representatives. It is each student’s duty as a school citizen to voice his/her opinion on school and student affairs to the
representatives. NEVERTHELESS, ALL STUDENTS HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF SPEAKING BEFORE COUNCIL. The only
criterion is that the student notifies the Student Council Association sponsor and officers one day prior to the meeting that he/she
desires to do so.
Student Identification Cards
All students at George Washington High School will be issued a GWHS Identification Card. There is no charge for the ID card. However, if the
card is lost, there is a replace cost of $2.00. Student ID cards are used for the following reasons:
 To be presented to the GWHS Media Center when books are checked out.
 To obtain a parking permit.
 To leave campus for lunch (Seniors only).
 ID cards may be requested by school personnel at any time for identification purposes.
Student Records
Any school record related to a disciplinary suspension must be included in the student’s scholastic record. The scholastic record will be
forwarded to another school upon request of that school with or without consent of the student or his/her parents or guardians.
Superintendent’s Office
Danville Public Schools / 341 Main Street, Suite 100 / Danville, Virginia 24541 / 434.799.6400
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Dr. Edward Newsome, Jr., Division Superintendent
Dr. Kathy Osborne, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services
Dr. Yvette Smith, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Dr. Juliet Jennings, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Summer School
Virginia requires a minimum number of clock hours for credit courses; therefore, a student may only take one new course (140 clock hours) or
two repeated courses (70 clock hours each) during summer school. For this reason attendance is MANDATORY and will be calculated using
the following guidelines.
Arrival Time
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Students who arrive after 8:00 a.m., but before 9:00 a.m. will be issued a tardy.
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Students who arrive after 9:00 a.m. will be charged with a half-day absence.
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Checkouts
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Students who check out after 1:00 p.m. will be issued a tardy
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Students who check out before 1:00 p.m. will be charged with a half-day absence.
Absences
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New Course – More with 3-days accumulated absences will result in loss of credit.
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Repeated Courses – More than 2-days accumulated absences will result in loss of credit.
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Four (4) accumulated tardies will equal a one-day absence.
Summer School will follow the DPS Standards for Student Conduct and all grading requirements. Students will be given summer school
guidelines on the first day of instruction, which they are required to adhere to. Course availability will be determined by student registration and
teacher availability in cores subject areas. Summer School students may pay tuition to attend and must have paid tuition before the first day of
instruction. School Bus Transportation is not provided in Summer School. Driver’s Education is not taught in Summer School.
Surveillance Cameras
For safety and security, surveillance cameras may be used in strategies places throughout school buildings, including school entrances, exits
and on school buses. Video cameras may be used by school staff members during the school day at class/school disturbances and at schoolrelated activities.
Telephones
Students are NOT permitted to use telephones in any office for personal calls. However, students may use the telephones in cases of
emergency and administrators approval.
Tardy to Class/School
(See Attendance, Alphabet “G.”)
Testing
ACT (American College Test)
http://act.org
There are at least four good reasons to take the ACT:
1.
The ACT is universally accepted for college admission in the U.S. The ACT is accepted by all 4-year colleges and universities
in the U.S., including the Ivy League schools.
2.
The Act multiple-choice tests are curriculum based. The ACT is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Instead, the questions on the
ACT are directly related to what you have learned in your high school courses in English, mathematics, reading, and science.
Because the ACT tests are based on what is taught in the high school curriculum, students are generally more comfortable with the
ACT than they are with traditional aptitude tests or tests with narrower content.
3.
The ACT is more than a test. In addition to the tests, the ACT also provides test takers with a unique Interest Inventory that
provides valuable information about career and educational planning and a student profile section that provides a comprehensive
profile of your work in high school and your future plans.
4.
The ACT is a good value. As a private, not-for-profit organization governed by educators, ACT is committed to providing services
at the lowest possible cost. Accordingly, the Act provides a comprehensive package of educational assessment and career
planning services for college-bound students at a modest fee that is lower than the fee for the competing admissions test.
ACT (American College Test)
Test Date
September 21, 2013
October 26, 2013
December 14, 2013
February 8, 2014
April 12, 2014
June 14, 2014
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Registration Deadline
August 23, 2013
September 27, 2013
November 8, 2013
January 10, 2014
March 7, 2014
May 9, 2014
(Late Fee Required)
August 24 – September 6, 2013
September 28 – October 11, 2013
November 9 – 22, 2013
January 11 – 24, 2014
March 8 – 21, 2014
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Advanced Placement Program (AP) Examination Dates
Students who have taken Advanced Placement courses take the AP exams in May. Taking the exams is the only way that colleges will give
consideration for college credit and the scores may also be used to exempt students from required college courses. The tests are administered
on a regular school day. Learn about AP Exam, including fees at http://www.collegeboard.com.
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May 5-9, 2014 (Monday – Friday)
May 12-16, 2014 (Monday – Friday)
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT)
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the
SAT. It also gives you a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools. The
PSAT/NMSQT measures (1) critical reading skills, (2) math problem-solving skills, and (3) writing skills. The fee for the PSAT/NMSQT is $13.
There is no cost for tenth graders. Additional information may be obtain on the Internet at http://www.collegeboard.com.
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Test Dates
Test Dates
October 16 (Wednesday)
October 19 (Saturday)
October 15 (Wednesday)
October 18 (Saturday)
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
http://collegeboard.org
The SAT is the nation’s most widely used college admissions test, a distinction that it has held for more than seven decades. The SAT is taken
by more than two million students every year and is accepted by virtually all colleges and universities.
The SAT measures knowledge of subjects learned in the classroom, including reading, writing, and math, and how well you can apply that
knowledge outside of the classroom. The SAT helps colleges get to know you better by giving them insight into how you think, solve problems,
and communicate.
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Test Dates
Registration Deadline
Late Registration Deadline
October 5, 6
September 6
September 20
November 2, 3
October 3
October 18
December 7, 8
November 8
November 22
January 25, 26
December 27
January 10
March 8, 9
February 7
February 21
May 3, 4
April 4
April 18
June 7, 8
May 9
May 23
NOTE: Fee Waivers (SAT I and SAT II)
Eligible students who demonstrate financial need, can receive up to two (2) fee waivers for the SAT I and up to two (2) fee waivers for the SAT
II (a total of four possible fee waivers for SAT Program tests). The student should meet with his/her guidance counselor to determine if he/she
meets the eligibility criteria.
Standards Of Learning (SOL) Test Administration Dates
(See Virginia Standards Of Learning SOL Test Administration Dates)
Transcripts
Please contact Mrs. Charlotte Melton, Registrar for requests for a transcript. She is located in the Main Office. (434) 799-6410.
1. Transcript requests must be made to the Registrar in the main office. Transcripts may be picked up two days after request is made.
2. Transcripts reflect all grades earned by students in credit classes. Students repeating a class will have all grades posted to his/her
transcript. All grades will be included for determination of the student’s grade point average (GPA).
When students below the ninth grade successfully complete courses offered for credit in grades 9 through 12, credit shall be counted toward
meeting the standard units required for graduation provided the courses meet SOL requirements or are equivalent in content and academic
rigor as those courses offered at the secondary level. Grades earned will be included when calculating the grade-point average unless the
parent has requested that grades be omitted from the student’s transcript and the student did not earn high school credit for the course.
Parents are made aware of this provision before the student takes the course. Omission of such courses is done by the middle school where
they were taken.
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Transfer Students
Transfer students from within the Commonwealth of Virginia must meet these promotion requirements. The classification of all other transfers
will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with the Regulations Establishing Standards for Accrediting Public Schools in Virginia.
Virginia Standards Of Learning (SOL) Test Administration Dates
(See www.doe.virginia/testing/test_administration for additional testing information.)
Fall 2013 Online SOL Writing for Grade 8 and End-of-Course (EOC)¹
SOL Writing Test Component
Statewide Online Writing Test Window
Online MC/TEI Component
October 21, 2013 – November 8, 2013
Online Short-Paper Component
October 21, 2013 – November 8, 2013
¹ GWHS will identify its own 3 to 4 week test window(s) within the statewide test windows.
Spring 2014 Online SOL Writing for Grade 8 and EOC¹
SOL Writing Test Component
Statewide Online Writing Test Window
Online MC/TEI Component
March 3, 2014 – April 4, 2014
Online Short-Paper Component
March 3, 2014 – April 4, 2014
¹ GWHS will identify its own 3 to 4 week test window(s) within the statewide test windows.
Fall 2013 Non-Writing for Grade 8 and EOC³
SOL Non-Writing
Statewide Online Non-Writing Test Window
Grade 8 and EOC
December 2, 2013 – February 28, 2014
³ All SOL Non-Writing tests will be administered online except to students with a documented need for a paper/pencil test, and GWHS will
identify its own 3 to 4 week test window(s) within the statewide test window.
Spring 2014 Non-Writing for Grade 8 and EOC³
SOL Non-Writing
Statewide Online Non-Writing Test Window
Grade 8 and EOC
April 14, 2014 – June 27, 2014
³ All SOL Non-Writing tests will be administered online except to students with a documented need for a paper/pencil test, and GWHS will
identify its own 3 to 4 week test window(s) within the statewide test window.
Virtual Advanced Placement (VAP) School
The Virtual Advanced Placement School provides a variety of college-level AP courses, enabling students to earn college credit, regardless of
their home high school’s ability to offer college-level courses. Courses are taught via online through this program. Virtual Course Offerings
through Virtual Virginia are as follows:
AP Chemistry
AP Art History
AP Human Geography
AP Environmental Science
AP Psychology
*Students eligible for this program MUST be enrolled as an Early College Scholar and are REQUIRED to take the associated AP exam.
Visitors
Although George Washington High School welcomes visitors, there are certain procedures which must be followed.
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All visitors entering the school grounds or building during the school day must secure a visitor’s permit from the Security Desk. This
includes all invited guests, speakers, etc.
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Visitor permits must be worn at all times while on school property. The permit must be visible at all times.
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Unauthorized persons in the building may be prosecuted under the Danville City Code for Trespassing.
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Students are not permitted to bring visitors to school without prior approval from an administrator.
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All students are asked to inform their relatives and friends of this policy.
Water Bottles
Students are permitted to only bring water in a clear water bottle to school.
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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Divisions I and II Initial-Eligibility Requirements
Core Courses
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NCAA Divisions I and II require 16 core courses. See the charts below.
NCAA Division I will require 10 core courses to be completed prior to the seventh semester (seven of
the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution
requirements below). These 10 courses become "locked in" at the start of the seventh semester and cannot be
retaken for grade improvement.
o Beginning August 1, 2016, it will be possible for a Division I college-bound student-athlete to still receive
athletics aid and the ability to practice with the team if he or she fails to meet the 10 course requirement,
but would not be able to compete.
Test Scores
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Division I uses a sliding scale to match test scores and core grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for
those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet.
Division II requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.
The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing
section of the SAT is not used.
The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading
and science.
When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all
SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency.
Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.
Grade-Point Average
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Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website
(www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's List of NCAA Courses will be used in the
calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.
Division I students enrolling full time before August 1, 2016, should use Sliding Scale A to determine
eligibility to receive athletics aid, practice and competition during the first year.
Division I GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice on or after August 1, 2016, is 2.000-2.299
(corresponding test-score requirements are listed on Sliding Scale B on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
Division I GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2016, is 2.300 (corresponding
test-score requirements are listed on Sliding Scale B on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
The Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000.
Remember, the NCAA GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.
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Sliding Scale A
Use for Division I prior to August 1, 2016
NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE
Core GPA
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INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
First Semester
Sport
Varsity Football
J.V. Football
Middle School Football
Varsity Basketball (Boys)
J.V. Basketball (Boys)
Varsity Basketball (Girls)
J.V. Basketball (Girls)
Wresting
Varsity Volleyball (Girls)
J.V. Volleyball (Girls)
Golf
Swimming (Boys and Girls)
Cross Country Track (Boys and Girls)
Coach
Nick Anderson
Scott Poole
Clifton Johns
Ron Parsons
TBA
TBA
TBA
Rodney James
Marie Boor
TBA
Robert Q. Jones
Michelle Pruitt
Robert Marshall and Ettie Collins
Second Semester
Sport
Varsity Baseball
J.V. Baseball
Track (Boys)
Track (Girls)
Tennis (Boys)
Tennis (Girls)
Varsity Soccer (Boys)
Varsity Soccer (Girls)
J.V. Soccer (Boys)
J.V. Soccer (Girls)
Varsity Softball
J.V. Softball
Cheerleader (Fall)
Cheerleader (Winter)
Coach
Barry Powell
Mike Kendrick
Robert Marshall
Keith Douglas
TBA
TBA
Justin Hacker
Cary Wright
Eric Hash
Shannon Dudley
Amanda Leigh
TBA
Amanda Esparza and Katrina Sanders
Genevieve Lyons
INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITY PROGRAMS
Sport
ACE Scholastic Bowl – Mathematics
ACE Scholastic Bowl – Science
ACE Scholastic Bowl – English
ACE Scholastic Bowl – History
Debate Team
Forensics Team
Theatre Guild
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Coach
Jack Faughn
Kurt Kueng
Deborah McGregor
Ruby Hovatter
Dana Tickle
Dana Tickle
Dana Tickle
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George Washington
High School
Home of the GWHS Eagles
2013-2014
Course Catalog
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Course Descriptions
(GW Campus)
BUSINESS COURSE OFFERINGS
ACCOUNTING
Grade levels: 11-12
(632020)
Credit-1 unit
This one year course is designed to give students a thorough background in the basic accounting concepts and procedures used to operate a
business organized as a proprietorship or a partnership. Students will journalize and post transactions, both manually and through an
automated system, learn cash control systems, and process payroll transactions.
ADVANCED ACCOUNTING
Grade Level: 12
(632130)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Accounting
To determine individual student achievement, the Virginia Department of Education requires specific course competencies/tasks to be taught,
assessed, and documented for all Career and Technical Education courses. Files will be maintained for each student to keep record of the
above requirement. Each file will include a list of standard and essential course competencies/tasks and the level of mastery the student
attains for each task as it is taught.
BUSINESS LAW
Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12
(613120)
Credit-1 unit
Students examine the foundations of the American legal system. They explore economic and social concepts as they relate to legal principles
and laws. Students will study true situations that show how business and personal law impacts not only business, but the lives of young people
and adults as well.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Grade Level: 9-10
(661120)
Credit-1 unit
Students develop or review correct keyboarding techniques and gain a basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and
graphics applications. Students are introduced to a variety of learning activities and projects that are interesting, engaging, and skills-rich to
help the student develop the competencies and skills needed for today’s workplace. Applications are integrated with Internet activities to
develop research, problem-solving, and communication skills.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)
Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12
Dual Enrolled: Juniors and Seniors Only
(661220)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Students learn the basic fundamentals of Microsoft Office. They apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word processing,
spreadsheets, database, and multimedia presentation software, and through integrated software activities. Students work individually and in
groups to explore computer concepts, operating systems, network and telecommunications, and emerging technologies.
ADVANCED COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (661330)
Grade Levels: 11, 12
Dual Enrolled: Juniors and Seniors Only
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Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: CIS
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BUSINESS COURSE OFFERINGS
ACCOUNTING
Grade levels: 11-12
(632020)
Credit-1 unit
This one year course is designed to give students a thorough background in the basic accounting concepts and procedures used to operate a
business organized as a proprietorship or a partnership. Students will journalize and post transactions, both manually and through an
automated system, learn cash control systems, and process payroll transactions.
ADVANCED ACCOUNTING
Grade Level: 12
(632130)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Accounting
To determine individual student achievement, the Virginia Department of Education requires specific course competencies/tasks to be taught,
assessed, and documented for all Career and Technical Education courses. Files will be maintained for each student to keep record of the
above requirement. Each file will include a list of standard and essential course competencies/tasks and the level of mastery the student
attains for each task as it is taught.
BUSINESS LAW
Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12
(613120)
Credit-1 unit
Students examine the foundations of the American legal system. They explore economic and social concepts as they relate to legal principles
and laws. Students will study true situations that show how business and personal law impacts not only business, but the lives of young people
and adults as well.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Grade Level: 9-10
(661120)
Credit-1 unit
Students develop or review correct keyboarding techniques and gain a basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and
graphics applications. Students are introduced to a variety of learning activities and projects that are interesting, engaging, and skills-rich to
help the student develop the competencies and skills needed for today’s workplace. Applications are integrated with Internet activities to
develop research, problem-solving, and communication skills.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)
Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12
Dual Enrolled: Juniors and Seniors Only
(661220)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Students learn the basic fundamentals of Microsoft Office. They apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word
processing, spreadsheets, database, and multimedia presentation software, and through integrated software activities. Students
work individually and in groups to explore computer concepts, operating systems, network and telecommunications, and
emerging technologies.
ADVANCED COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (661330)
Grade Levels: 11, 12
Dual Enrolled: Juniors and Seniors Only
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: CIS
Students apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through advanced integrated software applications, including multimedia
presentations, printed and electronic desktop publications, and website development. Students work individually and in groups to explore
advanced computer maintenance activities, telecommunications, programming, and networking. Students study advanced integrated computer
applications, programming, expert systems, networking, and telecommunications.
COOPERATIVE OFFICE EDUCATION
Grade Level: 12
(679920)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Business Program
On-the-Job Business Training:
Students should follow one of the Business Programs such as Accounting, Business Management, Computer Information Processing, and
Office Procedures.
DESKTOP/MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS
Grade Level: 11, 12
(663020)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Computer App. Or CIS
Students develop proficiency in using desktop publishing software to create a variety business publications, (resumes, brochures, letterheads,
business cards, etc.) and PowerPoint presentations. Classroom experiences provide for skill development in communications.
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FINANCE
Grade Levels: 10-12
(612020)
Credit-1 unit
Students explore many facets of financial decision-making involved in daily life. Skills in money management, recordkeeping and banking are
emphasized through the study of economics, insurance, credit, and other related topics. The course will also prepare students to plan,
manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and success of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations.
IT FUNDAMENTALS
Grade Levels: 9-10
(667020)
Credit-1 unit
Students are introduced to 10 different areas of information technology. The ten areas covered are: Computer Software Applications,
Animations, Network Fundamentals, Computer Graphic Design, Electronics, Laser and Fiber Optics, Web Development, Computers and
Computer Servicing, Desktop Publishing, and Video Editing.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Grade Levels: 10-12 q
(662120)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Students enhance word processing communications skills as they develop competencies needed by administrative support professionals.
VE/ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Grade Levels: 10-12
(613520)
Credit-1 unit
Virtual Enterprise is a one-year course designed to give students a clear understanding of the characteristics, the organization, and the
operations of business through a highly interactive approach to learning. As a group the students must develop a “virtual” (web-based)
business and maintain its daily operations through participating in business activities, handling problems, and making decisions involved in
operating the business. Students apply for positions within their companies, earn virtual salaries, and pay virtual bills through an on-line
banking system designed to teaching personal budgeting. They are also responsible for developing sales catalogs, brochures, business cards,
and designing a company website to promote business awareness and enable online virtual sales with other firms in the virtual enterprise
network of businesses. In addition to these activities, the students must plan for an open house to introduce their businesses to the students
and staff of GWHS and to virtually sell merchandise and services.
WORD PROCESSING
Grade Levels: 10-12
Dual Enrollment: Junior and Seniors only
(662520)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Students develop intermediate to advanced level word processing skills using a variety of software functions, including graphics and desktop
publishing and telecommunications. Students gain competence integrating other applications such as database and spreadsheet into word
processing activities. Classroom experiences will give students an opportunity to take the MOS Certification test.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
(664020)
Credit – 1 unit
Students will explore computer concepts, use logic procedures and implement programming procedures using Visual Basic. In addition, HTML
or Java Scripting is used to program web pages.
Dual Enrollment (DE) Note: Students opting to take the courses listed below must register through Danville Community College in order to
receive college credit. Students taking DE courses take the same course(s) as all other George Washington students who are taking
Computer Information Systems, Advanced CIS, Word Processing, Desktop Multimedia Presentation, and Business Law. Students receive four
college credits upon successful completion of these courses.
FINE ARTS
FOUNDATIONS ART I
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(912020)
Credit – 1 unit
Foundations Art I is open to all students who want to learn the skill s necessary for self-expression through drawing. Students complete many
drawing exercises and become familiar with various artists and their techniques. This course will be useful for developing creativity in all
students and learning the “language of art” as well as to serve as a basic course for students wishing to further their study of art. This class
further develops skills using various drawing techniques and introduces students to painting and mixed media. Students are introduced to the
creation of computer art though the uses of laptops in creating art work using basic objectives of this course. Emphasis is on design elements,
principles, and their application to two-dimensional artwork. The study of the works of various artists is continued throughout the year.
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FOUNDATIONS ART II
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(913020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Fd. Art I
Foundations Art IIA is planned to introduce students to various methods and techniques in drawing and painting. Concentration on developing
the student’s skills in drawing, painting and color application will be studied by individual research and independent studies.
ART III
Offered Grade: 11, 12
(914020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Art II
Art III is designed to give the highly motivated student as opportunity to work in special areas of art, which he wishes to pursue. Concentration
in these areas will be extended into higher levels of art. This course will consist of a program agreed upon by the instructor and the student,
which will involve the student in special problems designed to develop his or her creativity and independence in execution. Emphasis will also
be placed on various art careers. Work in three-dimensional art will be selected by the student.
ART IV
Offered Grade: 12
(914520)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Art III
Art IV will give the experienced art student an understanding of various art trends and styles of art as they pertain to the development of
individual artistic skills. Designed for students who plan to continue art in college or pursue art as a career, it will include an exploration of two
and three-dimensional work and will use various media. A high degree of work and performance will be expected of each student enrolled in
this course. This course will consist of a program agreed upon by the instructor and student, which will involve the student in special activities
designed to develop his or her creativity and independence in execution.
AD ART V/ART FOR ARTISTS/PORTFOLIO PREPARATION (914730)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Found. Art I and 1 year of any other high school art, teacher recommendation, and informal
portfolio review.
This course is designed for the serious artist who plans to further their education in the arts or choose an art related career. Art for the Aspiring
Artist will allow students the ability to create a variety of work which will be used to assemble a professional portfolio. Projects assigned will
mimic the studio assignments given on the collegiate level. In addition to the use of many media, this course will also include art history
experiences both in the classroom and in nearby museums or studios. This course will also consist of experience with various art career
possibilities that could include disciplines such as drama and language arts in the creation of original student murals, storyboards, set,
costume, and make-up design…depending on the art instructor.
ART CERAMICS I
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(916220)
Credit – 1 unit
Ceramics I is a basic introduction into pottery making. Ceramics I includes a study into the substance of clay, the chemical makeup and
practical use of glazes, firing procedures for kilns, a survey of the various styles of pottery and the people who make them, and the creation of
pieces of potter, both wheel thrown and hand built. Students will master these skills and develop an interest in the exploration of more difficult
pottery making techniques. The course emphasizes the exploration of many decorative techniques, the improvement of techniques and
creative skills, and knowledge of the ceramics produced by different cultures.
ART CERAMICS II
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(916320)
Credit-1 unit
Prerequisite: Art Ceramics I
Ceramics II C is designed for the student who has successfully completed Ceramics I A&B, and is interested in continuing to explore the
creative possibilities of three-dimensional artwork. The course concentrates on ceramic technique as well as other three-dimensional media
and the historical aspects of three-dimensional artwork.
ART CRAFTS I
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(916020)
Credit –1 unit
Art Crafts I is a yearlong course designed to introduce students to art forms from around the world. Multicultural projects include Oxaca figures,
origami, heddle-loom fiber weavings, masks, and mosaics. Emphasis is placed on learning art design and color principles. Grading is heavily
influenced by the completion of major crafts projects, which are composed of many individually mastered skills.
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SYMPHONIC BAND
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(923320)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
The Symphonic Band is a performing group in the school and is open to any student with prior instrumental experience. The band performs at
concerts held throughout the school year. These students also are eligible to compete on an individual basis for all-regional and all-state
honors.
WIND ENSEMBLE
Offered Grade: 9
AD WIND ENSEMBLE
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(923420)
(923430)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
The Wind Ensemble is the select, honor band in the school and is open to students who qualify by audition. The ensemble performs at three
formal concerts during the school year plus competitions, festivals and other local engagements. The students are also eligible to compete on
an individual basis for all-regional and all-state honors. All members must participate in Marching Band unless they are involved in a fall sport
activity sponsored by George Washington High School that presents a conflict.
BAND AUXILLIARY
Offered grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(929620)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Students must audition and be selected to the Marching Band Color guard Unit.
Band Auxiliary is a course designed to study and perfect Marching Band Color guard techniques. Basic fundamentals of flag, rifle and saber
spinning, along with dance and body movement will be explored and perfected throughout the course of study. Students will also learn current
trends in costume and flag design, marching drills, and performance opportunities as they relate to the marching band program. Students will
be evaluated through performance opportunities during the fall competition season and exhibition and contest performances in the spring.
CONCERT CHOIR – C
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(928920)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
Concert Choir is the major performing group for school concerts, civic and community functions. The choir has several formal concerts each
school year and numerous outside performances. Students are eligible to compete on an individual basis for All-Regional and All-State
Chorus.
MIXED CHORUS
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 111, 12
(928520)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
Mixed Chorus is open to all students and enables the student to learn the basic elements of singing, choral techniques, music reading, and
musical terms.
CHAMBER SINGERS
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(928020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
Chamber Singers is a small, select performing ensemble open to students who qualify by audition. Reading music is required. The course
program concentrates on the vocal music of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque era, teaching the art of a cappella singing (without
accompaniment) and the independent part-singing in various languages as Latin, Italian, French, and German. Formal concerts will be
presented periodically throughout the year. Students will participate at competitions, festivals and local engagements, and are eligible to
compete on an individual basis for all-regional and all-state honors.
SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA
Offered Grade: 9
AD SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(923820)
(923930)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Audition
The G.W. Symphony is the select performing organization of G.W.H.S. open to any student through audition. Formal concerts are presented
periodically throughout the year. In addition, the group also participates in the Sixth District Band and Orchestra Festival. The members of the
symphony also travel to hear professional orchestras during the school year.
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SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA OFFICE,
COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Offered Grades: 11, 12
(929720)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Student must be a member of
the G.W.H.S. Symphony.
Orchestra Office, Communications and Publications is a course designed to give symphony students hands-on experience in the logistical
planning and implementation of the activities of the G.W.H.S. Symphony. Responsibilities include all orchestra publications including
symphony programs, Friends of the Symphony business and planning of the various orchestra activities.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
FRENCH I
Offered Grades: 9,10,11,12
(511020)
Credit – 1 unit
French I introduces students to basic grammar and vocabulary. A four-skill approach (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) is used with
communication as the main goal. French Culture is introduced through readings in the text as wall as through music, film and class activities.
FRENCH II
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(512020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: French I
French II is a continuation of French I. Grammar includes mastery of the Present, Passé compose, Future, and Conditional verb tenses. There
is increased opportunity for practice in the language.
AD FRENCH III
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(513030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: French II
Advanced French III completes the textbook series for the study of French. Students are introduced to all verb tenses as well as the
subjunctive mood. Students are involved in many group activities such as conversations, skits and reading short stories.
AD FRENCH IV
Offered Grades: 11, 12
(514030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Ad French III
Fourth year French is the first year of a two-year program of immersion in the target language. Students and teacher interact only in French as
the students are introduced to French magazines, newspapers, film/television programs, and games as a part of the course work. The purpose
is to develop proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending French in a natural context. Interested students also train to take
the A.P. French Language Exam. Grammar skills focus on the ability to use verbs in all moods and tenses as well as the use of the correct
verb form in specific constructions. Students read various stories, poems and articles in the target language.
AP FRENCH V
Offered Grade: 12
(517040)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Ad French IV
French V is a continuation of the immersion program. The length and difficulty of the proficiency areas increase. Students are required to do
in-depth presentations. Literary selections are drawn from numerous authors and poets. Grammar exercises focus on special uses of
determiners, prepositions, negatives, and pronouns. Vocabulary acquisition becomes increasingly important. Students are encouraged to take
the A. P. French Language Exam; however, this exam is not a requirement of the course. Students have the opportunity to meet regularly after
school to practice their conversation skills.
JAPANESE I
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(591020)
Credit – 1 Unit
Japanese I introduces students to basic grammar and vocabulary. Students learn spoken and written Japanese, with strong emphasis on the
introduction and mastery of hiragana and katakana symbols. Listening comprehension and spoken Japanese are measured through traditional
testing, role-playing and presentations. Students learn about Japanese culture through reading, music, film and class activities.
JAPANESE II
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(592020)
Credit – 1 Unit
Prerequisite: Japanese I
Japanese II is a continuation of Japanese I. Students continue to master more complicated grammar and vocabulary. In addition to hiragana
and katakana, some 50 kanji will be introduced. Students will read and write short passages in Japanese. The class learns listening
comprehension and spoken Japanese through traditional testing, role-playing, and presentations.
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JAPANESE III
Offered grades: 10, 11, 12
(593030)
Credit – 1 Unit
Prerequisite: Japanese II
A continuation of Japanese II, Japanese III provides more complicated grammar and vocabulary, introducing some 150 additional kanji.
Students practice conversational Japanese reinforced through drills and skits and listening comprehension and spoken Japanese through
traditional testing, role-playing, presentations and readings.
LATIN I
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(531020)
Credit – 1 unit
Latin I is composed of an introduction to Latin grammar and vocabulary and Roman culture. In addition, emphasis is placed on comparing
Roman and modern civilizations and improving English vocabulary through Latin word study.
LATIN II
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(532020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Latin I
Latin II includes a brief review of basic grammar and vocabulary and an introduction to advanced grammar. This level continues first year
emphasis on comparison of Roman and modern cultures and improvement of English vocabulary. Readings include mythology and history.
AD LATIN III
Offered Grades: 10, 11, 12
(533030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Latin II
Third year is primarily concerned with advanced grammar principles. English-Latin composition is emphasized. The writings of Cicero, Sallust
and Pliny are the chief translation endeavors. Word study and vocabularies are continued.
AD LATIN IV
Offered Grades: 11, 12
(534030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: AD Latin III
AD Latin IV introduces the students to the Aeneid of Vergil. Supplementary work enriches the understanding and appreciation of translating
Latin into English. The history of the Augustan age, mythology and the relationship between Latin and English figures of speech are
emphasized.
AP LATIN V
Offered Grade: 12
(538040)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: AD Latin IV
AP Latin V emphasizes proficiency in reading and writing Latin. Original Latin literature from the works of the poets Horace and Catullus will be
the chief translation endeavors. Proficiency in comprehension and stylistic analysis of the literature which is gained in this course will better
prepare students for the Advanced Placement Examination in Latin.
SPANISH I
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(551020)
Credit – 1 unit
Spanish I is designed to teach the basic concepts of the Spanish language. Stories and conversations place emphasis on contemporary
lifestyles and give the students an understanding of the way in which the peoples of the Hispanic world live.
SPANISH II
Offered Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
(552020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Spanish I
Spanish II continues to develop the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing begun in first year. Vocabulary is presented through
illustrations, definitions and cognates; conversational ability is strengthened by means of realistic situations, and reading selections with
contemporary themes are discussed. Personalized activities and word games are added to reinforce items presented in each lesson.
AD SPANISH III
(553030)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish II
The third year is designed to assist students to grow in language ability and cultural understanding through the use of interesting cultural or
historical narratives. The student will learn a variety of practical vocabulary terms.
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AD SPANISH IV
Offered Grades: 11, 12
(554030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Ad Spanish III
Fourth year classes are conducted 100% in Spanish utilizing the “immersion” techniques. Students concentrate on developing their listening
and speaking skills. There is a thorough study of all tenses of basic regular and irregular verbs plus major grammatical points. The Hispanic
culture and history is study through readings, movies and discussions.
AP SPANISH V
Offered Grade: 12
(557040)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Ad Spanish IV
The fifth year Spanish will offer an intensive review of syntax and composition combined with oral-aural training. (Attention will be paid to
improving speaking skills and writing ability). There will be discussion of topics in Spanish and Spanish American life, culture and art. There
will be an introduction to Latin-American Literature.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE
FAMILY RELATIONS
Offered Grade: 9-12
(8222520)
Credit – 1 unit
Students enrolled in Family Relations focus on analyzing the significance of the family, nurturing human development in the family throughout
the life span, analyzing factors that build and maintain healthy family relationships, developing communication patterns that enhance family
relationships, dealing effectively with family stressors and conflicts, managing work and family roles and responsibilities, and analyzing social
forces that influence families across the life span.
LIFE PLANNING
Offered Grade: 11-12
(822720)
Credit – 1 unit
Students enrolled in Life Planning focus on: developing a life-management plan; caring for self and others to ensure wellness; building and
maintaining constructive relationships; building and maintaining strong, functional families; developing strategies for lifelong career planning;
coordinating personal and career responsibilities; and establishing a plan for using resources.
PARENTING
Offered Grade: 11-12
(823220)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Family Relations
Students enrolled in Parenting focus on: assessing the impact of the parenting role in society; taking responsibility for individual growth within
the parenting role; preparing for a healthy emotional and physical beginning for parent and child; meeting developmental needs of children and
adolescents; building positive parent-child relationships; using positive guidance and discipline to promote self-discipline, self-respect, and
socially responsible behavior; obtaining parenting information, support, and assistance; and planning ways that families and society can share
in nurturing children and adolescents.
NUTRITION AND WELLNESS
Offered Grade: 9-12
(822920)
Credit – 1 unit
Students enrolled in Nutrition and Wellness focus on making choices that promote wellness and good health, analyzing relationships between
psychological and social needs for food choices, choosing foods that promote wellness, obtaining and storing food for self and family, identify
strategies to promote nutrition and wellness of society.
Students will also utilize a lab for on the job and other work-based learning opportunities selecting and using equipment for food preparation,
preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I
Offered Grade: 11
(828520)
Credit – 2 units
Students prepare to be primary providers of home, family or institution-based child care services by focusing their study on the planning,
organizing, and conducting of meaningful play and learning activities: child monitoring and supervision, record keeping, and referral
procedures.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION II
828620
Credit – 3 units
Offered Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Early Childhood I
Students prepare for positions in childcare centers as childcare attendants, kindergarten aides or childcare assistants; as foster parents; or as
entrepreneurs.
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ENGLISH
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Grade 9:
English 9
Grade 10:
English 10
Grade 11:
English 11
Grade 12:
English 12
ENGLISH 9
Offered Grade: 9
(113020)
Credit – 1 unit
English 9 is a course designed to improve composition skills, vocabulary and knowledge of literary conventions. Students will be introduced to
significant literary works from a variety of cultures and eras, and they will review basic grammar concepts to enhance their writing skills.
AD ENGLISH 9
Offered Grade: 9
(113030)
Credit – 1 unit
English 9 Advanced is a college preparatory course for students with superior abilities in reading comprehension, composition and vocabulary.
Independent study is a major part of this program. Writing will encompass narrative, literary, expository, and technical forms with particular
attention to analysis. Students will be introduced to the elements of research, and they will have parallel reading assigned each six weeks.
ENGLISH 10
Offered Grade: 10
(114020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 9
English 10 emphasizes writing for a variety of purposes, from completing business forms and writing business letters to literary analysis and
creative writing. Students improve their skills in usage and mechanics, and they read a variety of genres from world literature.
AD ENGLISH 10
Offered Grade: 10
(114030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 9
Advanced English 10 is for highly accelerated students who plan to attend a four-year college. The writing strand stresses multi-paragraph
compositions in a variety of forms for different audiences and purposes. Students read from all genres or world literature in addition to reading
at least one parallel novel each six weeks.
ENGLISH 11
Offered Grade: 11
(115020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 10
English 11 includes a strong emphasis on writing as well as a study of American literature. Students enrolled in this class write descriptive,
narrative and persuasive essays, business letters and a literary analysis. They also create a research project. This course is not
recommended for students planning to attend a four-year college.
AD ENGLISH 11
Offered Grade: 11
(115030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 10
Advanced English 11 is designed to develop the student’s ability to write effective sentences, paragraphs, letters, and themes, and to give a
good background in American literature and the major American writers. All students will write two critical analyses each semester and a
research paper on a literary topic during the second semester.
AP ENGLISH 11
Offered Grade: 11
(115040)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 10
The Advanced Placement English program is designed for highly motivated and capable students who wish to do college-level work in high
school. The typical AP student has demonstrated a high degree of proficiency in English, as well as a genuine enthusiasm for learning.
Entrance to twelfth-grade AP English will be contingent upon the successful completion of the eleventh-grade course.
ENGLISH 12
Offered Grade: 12
(116020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English 11
English 12 is designed for the regular student. The course provides the necessary background of history and the major periods and trends in
British Literature.
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ADVANCED ENGLISH 12
Offered Grade: 12
(116030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Adv. English 11
This course is designed for the advanced college-bound student. The course content includes a study of master works of British and world
literature. Critical approaches to understanding literature and the composition of critical essays are stressed.
AP ENGLISH 12
Offered Grade: 12
(116040)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: AP English 11
Advanced Placement English 12 is designed to teach advanced students the skills and techniques generally expected in introductory college
courses in composition and literature. The primary purpose of the course is to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Examination in
English. Participating colleges, in turn, grant credit and appropriate placement, or one of these, to students who do well on the examination.
Admission to this course is contingent on teacher recommendation, student writing samples, grades, and successful completion of the
eleventh-grade course.
LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES
AD LITERARY MAGAZINE 1
AD LITERARY MAGAZINE 2
AD LITERARY MAGAZINE 3
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(122130)
(122230)
(122330)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
The principal objective of the course is the production of the EUANTES literary art & feature magazine. All students will participate in areas
such as the fundamentals of fiction, poetry, and feature writing, laws concerning school publications, business and fund-raising projects and
techniques, and the basics of layout and design.
This class is also an advanced magazine journalism class, and as such will include desktop publishing technologies, photography and art
projects, expository and creative writing assignments, and tests on a variety of journalistic material. These courses are designed for anyone
with an interest in magazine production.
AD NEWSMAGAZINE 1
AD NEWSMAGAZINE 2
AD NEWSMAGAZINE 3
(121030)
(121130)
(121230)
Credit (each) – 1 unit
Credit (each) – 1 unit
Credit (each) – 1 unit
These advanced-credit courses provide an introduction to newsmagazine production in all its facets: organization, writing (news, opinion,
sports, and feature stories), editing, style, layout and design, graphics, advertising, and ethics and press law. At least once per six weeks,
students will produce a computerized, camera-ready issue of the award-winning newsmagazine, The Chatterbox. Editor positions on The
Chatterbox are held by students who have demonstrated high skill development and responsibility. Instruction at all levels meets the
requirements of the Virginia Standards of Learning for writing.
AD YEARBOOK 1
AD YEARBOOK 2
AD YEARBOOK 3
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(121530)
(121630)
(121730)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
The first-year journalism students’ responsibility is to master the skills required to publish the yearbook at the end of the school year.
Students will learn how to generate yearbook copy and pictures during their first semester. Second semester they will begin to learn the
principles of design, including the use of Adobe PhotoShop and Adobe InDesign. Editors in this class will create and design the yearbook for
the current school year. Photographers will assume responsibility for providing all of the pictures for the yearbook as well. All staffers play a
role in producing the yearbook.
DRAMA I
Offered grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(142020)
Credit – 1 unit
Drama I familiarizes students with the nature of theatre, how it is created and how it functions in society. Emphasis is placed on the diversity of
the art form, basic terminology and acting and play production techniques.
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PLAY PRODUCTION
Offered Grade: 11, 12
(144020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: English Drama I
English Stage deals strictly with fundamentals of play production. Students study color, balance and design, and they apply these principles in
play production. All students are involved in the production of an in-class one-act play. The construction of basic scenic elements, in addition
to covering and painting techniques, is studied and reinforced by the class’s construction of a set for a main stage production.
MATHEMATICS
ALGEBRA I
(313020)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Guideline: Recommended for students who achieved a minimum grade of “B” in 8th grade math or Pre-Algebra.
Algebra I standards require students to make connections and to build relationships between algebra and arithmetic, geometry, and statistics.
Connections are made to other areas through practical applications. Algebra I includes the study of variables, real numbers, linear equations,
systems of linear equations in two variables, linear inequalities, factoring, linear functions, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, statistics
(standard deviation, variance, mean absolute deviation, and z-scores) and real world problems (area, perimeter, statistics, matrices, probability,
and others). Students will take an SOL test in this class.
ALGEBRA I – PART I
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(313120)
Credit – 1 unit
Guideline: Recommended for students who need more learning opportunities to develop abstract algebraic concepts. Part I and Part 2 are a
yearlong sequence with the SOL test in the Spring. Recommended for students who achieved a “C” or lower in 8th grade math or Pre-Algebra.
Algebra I Part I is the first part of a yearlong algebra one course. Students will achieve the Algebra I standards as they improve their
confidence in mathematics. Students will be involved in learning activities that make connections and build relationships among algebra,
arithmetic, geometry, statistics, and probability. In addition, students will be given many opportunities to communicate and model
mathematically sound procedures to solve problems. Hands-on activities, concrete objects, graphing calculators, and computer technology will
be used extensively.
The topics include real numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations in one variable, linear inequality in one variable, and polynomials.
ALGEBRA I – PART II
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(313220)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Algebra I Pt. I
Algebra I Part II is the second part of a yearlong algebra one course. Students will use algebra as a tool for solving practical problems. These
problems include the applications of factoring, linear equations in two variables, systems of linear equations, graphing, matrices, radicals,
quadratic equations, statistics, variation, and probability. Concrete models will assist student in attaching meaning to abstract algebraic
concepts. Graphing calculators and other technology will be used extensively by students.
Students will take an SOL test in this class.
GEOMETRY
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(314320)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Alg. I or Alg. I Pt. 1 & Alg. I Pt. 2
Geometry is a study of the properties of points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and polygons with more than four sides.
In addition, the concepts of congruence, similarity, deductive and inductive proof, area, perimeter and volume are explored.
Students will take an SOL test in this class.
AD GEOMETRY
(314330)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 9, 10
Prerequisite: Adv. Alg. I or teacher recommendation
Guideline: Recommended for students with a minimum grade of “B” in Ad. Algebra 1 or teacher recommendation.
Advanced Geometry includes the study of the properties of points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and polygons. In
addition, the concepts of congruence, similarity, deductive and inductive proof, area, perimeter, volume, transformations, and coordinate
geometry are explored. The pace of the work is much more rapid than the work in Geometry.
Students will take an SOL test in this class.
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ALGEBRA, FUNCTIONS, AND DATA ANALYSIS
(313420)
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Guideline: Recommended for students who achieved below a “C” in Geometry.
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Geometry
Algebra, Functions, and Data Analysis is a course designed for the student who needs to master more algebraic skills before enrolling in
Algebra II. Through the investigation of mathematical models and interpretation/analysis of data from real life situations, students will
strengthen conceptual understandings in mathematics.
ALGEBRA II
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(313520)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Geometry or Ad Geometry
Algebra II topics include quadratic and linear equations and inequalities, rational expressions, radicals, rational exponents, the quadratic
formula, complex numbers, linear and quadratic systems of equations (algebraic and graphic solutions), functions (absolute value, linear,
quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial), sequences and series, and problems applying the above concepts. In addition, real world
applications of statistics, matrices, and probability will be explored. Students will take an SOL test in this class.
AD ALGEBRA II
(313530)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Advanced Geometry
Guideline: Recommended for students with a minimum grade of “B” in Ad. Geometry or teacher recommendation.
Advanced Algebra Two is a fast paced and demanding course. Students study the structure of number systems equations and inequalities,
polynomials, rational and irrational expressions, complex numbers, exponents, relations and functions including curve sketching, and
sequences and series. In addition, probability and statistics are explored. The pace of the work is much more rapid than the work in Algebra II.
Students will take an SOL test in this class.
AD ALGEBRA III / TRIGONOMETRY
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(316030)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Ad. Algebra II
Advanced Algebra III/Trigonometry will consist of one semester of an introduction to mathematical analysis and one semester of trigonometry.
This course will prepare the student for Advanced Pre-Calculus and prepare the student for college-level math courses.
AD PRECALCULUS
(316230)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ad. Algebra II or Algebra III/Trig. AND take DCC Placement Test
Guideline: Recommended for students with a minimum grade of “B” in Ad. Algebra II or Ad. Algebra III/Trig. or teacher recommendation.
Advanced Pre-calculus is a college-level course in elementary mathematical analysis organized to bridge the gap between the usual secondary
mathematics courses and calculus. This course completes the student’s necessary preparation for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB or
BC course. Topics include college preparatory algebra, analytic geometry, trigonometry, elementary functions, curve sketching, mathematical
induction, and other discrete mathematics topics. A limited amount of introductory calculus is also included. Students must pass the DCC
Math Placement Test before school starts to earn Dual Enrollment Credit.
AP CALCULUS
(317740)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ad. Pre-Calculus
Guideline: Recommended for students with a minimum grade of “B” in Ad. Pre-Calculus or teacher recommendation.
Content of this college-level course corresponds to the syllabus of the College Board Advanced Placement Program. Content includes
elementary functions, limits, the derivative and some applications, anti-derivative, and the definite integral, and some applications. It is strongly
encouraged that all students sit for the AP test in May. Students must have received DCC Dual Enrollment credit in Ad. PreCalculus to earn
Dual Enrollment credit in AP Calculus.
AP STATISTICS
(319240)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ad. Algebra 3/Trig. or Ad. Pre-Calculus
Guideline: Recommended for students with a minimum grade of “B” in Ad. Pre-Calculus or Ad. Algebra III/Trig. or teacher recommendation.
Content of this college-level course corresponds to the syllabus of the College board Advanced Placement program. Content includes an
overview of statistics, single-variable data, descriptive analysis, bivariate data, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation,
hypothesis testing, linear correlation and regression, and data exploration. It is strongly encouraged that all students sit for the AP test in May.
Students must have received Dual Enrollment credit in Ad. PreCalculus to earn Dual Enrollment credit in AP Statistics.
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MILITARY SCIENCE
(Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training)
NAVAL SCIENCE I
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(791320)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: “C” average, age 14
Naval Science I is an exploratory course in the basic naval science skills/concepts that support military operations. This course includes:
uniform knowledge, military awards, military customs and courtesies, military drill, citizenship, basic behavior science, follower-ship and
leadership, naval ships and aircraft, and sea power. The program is based upon 50% classroom academics and 50% military instructions.
NAVAL SCIENCE II
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(791620)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Naval Science I (or equivalent)
Naval Science II is a more advanced study of the sciences supporting military operations. It includes: maritime history, maritime geography,
oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, leadership, and military drill. The program is based upon 50% classroom academics and 50% military
instruction.
NAVAL SCIENCE III
Offered Grade: 11, 12
(791820)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Naval Science II (or equivalent)
Naval Science III is a progression from NJROTC II. It includes: advanced sea power studies, naval operations, military law, international law
and the sea, ship construction, basic seamanship, maritime navigation, and naval weapons. The program is based upon 50% classroom
academics and 50% military instructions.
NAVAL SCIENCE IV
Offered Grade: 12
(791920)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Naval Science III (or equivalent)
Naval Science IV is a more advanced study in leadership. Cadets enrolled in this course have leadership roles within the unit and are
expected to apply their leadership skills. Academics include leadership theory, behavioral science, practical leadership operations, and
communications. The program is based upon 50% classroom academics and 50% military instructions.
SCIENCE
Science Requirements for Graduation
Standard Diploma – 22 Credits
Laboratory Science – 3 units of credit shall include at least two different science disciplines from among: Earth Science, Earth Science II,
Biology, Chemistry, or Advanced Physics.
Advanced Studies Diploma – 24 Credits
Laboratory Science – 4 units of credit shall include at least three different science disciplines from among: Earth Science, Biology,
Chemistry, or Advanced Physics..
COURSE SEQUENCE (RECOMMENDED)
24 units
Reg/Adv Ear Sci
Reg /Adv Bio
Reg /Adv Chem
Adv Physics or
AP Bio
AP Chem
Adv Bio II (Anatomy/Physiology)
22 units
Reg or Adv Ear Sci
Reg or Adv Bio
Reg or Adv Chem
Earth Science II
Note: Principles of Technology I (Grade 11) and Principles of Technology II (Grade 12) may satisfy one physics credit in laboratory
science. Students receive on Physics credit plus one elective credit at the completion of Principles of Technology II. The science
department strongly discourages a student from taking two science courses concurrently unless the student is on the advanced
level of performance in science.
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EARTH SCIENCE
Offered Grade: 9, 10
(421020)
Credit – 1 unit
Earth Science is a study of the Earth’s composition, structure, processes, and history; its atmosphere, fresh water, and oceans; and its relative
position in space. Historical contributions are emphasized in the development of scientific thought about the Earth and Space. Problem
solving and decision making are an integral part of this course, especially as they relate to the costs and benefits of utilizing the Earth’s
resources. Interpretation of maps, charts, tables, and profiles will be stressed. The curriculum is aligned with Virginia State SOL.
ADV. EARTH SCIENCE
Offered Grade: 9, 10
(421030)
Credit – 1 unit
Advanced Earth Science is an in depth study of the Earth’s composition, structure, processes, and history; its atmosphere, fresh water and
oceans; and its relative position in space. Historical contributions are emphasized in the development of scientific thought about the Earth and
Space. Technology will be used to collect, analyze and report data relative to interrelationships in Earth / Space systems, Earth patterns,
cycles, and changes. Students will use an independent approach in the investigation of environmental issues. Problem solving and decision
making are an integral part of this course, especially as they relate to the costs and benefits of utilizing the Earth’s resources. Interpretation of
maps, charts, tables, and profiles will be stressed. The curriculum is aligned with Virginia State SOL.
EARTH SCIENCE II
(422020)
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Earth Science I/Earth Science I/Biology
Credit – 1 unit
Earth Science II is an extension of topics introduced in basic Earth Science. The course will focus on the environment, resources and their
acquisition, and socio-economic and political nature of choices we make for our planet. Students will be provided with the historical, current,
and potential future impacts of environmental decisions. The intent is to help educate students so that they will help to stabilize the future of our
planet. Teacher recommendation is required .
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(427040)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: Algebra I & II, Advanced Earth Science and/or Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry. Advanced Chemistry, AP Biology and
AP Environmental may be taken concurrently.
The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to 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 and/or preventing them.
Environmental science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. Yet there are several major
unifying constructs, or themes, that cut across the many topics included in the study of environmental science. The following themes provide a
foundation for the structure of the AP Environmental Science course. Teacher recommendation is required.
BIOLOGY
(431020)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Biology discusses the fundamental biological principles of cellular organization and activity, reproduction, heredity, and natural selection.
Considerable time is spent on the classification of living things. A comparative study of various organisms is done through laboratory study.
Curriculum is aligned with Virginia State SOL for Biology.
ADVANCED BIOLOGY
Offered Grade: 10, 11
(431030)
Credit – 1 unit
Advanced Biology is a laboratory course designed to challenge students with high academic abilities. The course deals with the fundamental
characteristics of living matter from the molecular level to the ecological community with emphasis on general biological principles. Topics
similar to the ones covered in Biology are addressed, but with more depth and rapid pace. Topics to be addressed include: the organization
and biochemical functions of cells, photosynthesis, genetics, classification, and continuity of life. Students will be expected to work
independently and in small groups. Problem solving skills will permeate the small group and individual investigations. Curriculum is aligned
with Virginia State SOL.
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ADVANCED BIOLOGY II
(433030)
Credit – 1 unit
(Human Anatomy & Physiology)
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I, Advanced Biology, Chemistry. Advanced Chemistry may be taken concurrently with
Advanced Biology II.
Anatomy and Physiology is designed to aid the many students at all levels who are considering a career in the field of health sciences. The
goal is to give students a basic core of information on the subject of human anatomy and physiology to which they may add in the future.
Emphasis is placed on conceptual themes of relationships between structure and function, and homeostasis. Problem solving and laboratory
activities will be included. It is strongly recommended that students complete a year of chemistry before taking this course. This class may be
taken concurrently with Advanced Chemistry.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY
(437040)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Algebra I & II, Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry. Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Biology II, and AP Biology may be taken
concurrently.
Advanced Placement Biology is designed as an introductory college course in Biology and follows the curriculum for a college level class. AP
students will be expected to work independently utilizing CD-ROM that accompanies the text. In addition to the twelve required AP labs,
activities involve special treatment of specific topics and laboratory investigations equivalent to those done by college students. Although it is
not mandatory, students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Exam in May. The curriculum and pacing guide prepare students for
completion of course work by the test date. Topics include: biochemistry, molecular genetics, heredity, organisms and populations, plants and
animals, and ecological interactions. Recommendations from biology and chemistry teachers are required for enrollment. Advanced
Biology II is recommended.
CHEMISTRY
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12
(441020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Students enrolled in the course will be introduced to fundamental chemical concepts and principles during the first semester. Topics covered
include matter, energy, problem solving, nuclear processes, atomic structure, and periodic patterns of elements. Included in second semester
will be chemical bonding, gas laws, kinetic theory, solutions, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases, and salts. A working knowledge of at least first
year algebra is essential. The curriculum is aligned with Virginia State SOL.
ADVANCED CHEMISTRY
(441030)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra I and II, Advanced Biology. Advanced Chemistry may be taken concurrently with
Advanced Biology or AP Biology.
Advanced Chemistry is a survey course designed to challenge students with high academic abilities. The student enrolled in this course will be
introduced to fundamental chemical concepts and principles. During the first semester, topics covered include SI usage, matter and its
changes, stoichiometry, energy, atomic structure, nuclear processes, periodic relationships, bonding, and molecular geometry. In the second
semester, discussions include characteristics of gas, liquid, and solid phases, colligative properties, reaction kinetics, chemical and solution
equilibria, and acid-base chemistry. A strong foundation in algebra is essential. The curriculum is aligned with Virginia State SOL. Teacher
recommendation is required.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY
(447040)
Offered Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra II or Pre-Calculus and
Advanced Chemistry
Credit – 1 unit
Advanced Placement Chemistry is designed as a college course in chemistry. Students entering this class must have successfully completed
a first year chemistry course prior to enrollment. It is strongly suggested that students have taken math courses through Advanced Algebra –
Trigonometry. The Advanced Placement Exam is taken in May. The curriculum is structured to maximize performance on this exam;
therefore, topics will be covered at a rapid pace in order to complete essential course content by the test date. At this time, the class is offered
online through the Virginia Virtual Advanced Placement School. Teacher recommendation is required.
ADVANCED PHYSICS
(451030)
Offered Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and II, Geometry, Advanced Biology and a DCC Compass test score
Credit – 1 unit
Advanced Physics is an introductory course designed to acquaint the student with fundamental physics concepts. The first semester will
emphasize Newtonian mechanics (motion, forces, and energy). The second semester focuses on heat, waves, sound, optics, nuclear energy,
and electricity. Concepts are reinforced with extensive lab work. This course is strongly recommended for any student considering a science
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or science related field as a college major. The curriculum is aligned with the Virginia State SOL. Students enrolled in Advanced Physics may
receive Dual Enrollment Credit through Danville Community College.
COMPREHENSIVE SCIENCE
Offered Grade: 9.
**COMING IN 2013**
(no code available)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all middle school science.
Comprehensive science is an integration of Earth Science and Life Science. Basic scientific methodology, processes, principles and laws for
the four core sciences will be covered in a basic hands-on environment that will introduce the student to expected performance at the
secondary level. Scientific concepts will be introduced, illustrated, and reinforced through guided questioning and discussion, laboratory
investigations, data collection, organization, and analysis.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
HEALTH/P E 9
(730020)
Credit – 1 unit
Physical Education 9 is offered in conjunction with Health Education 9. The equivalent of one semester is spent in each area. Physical
Education 9 places emphasis on vigorous individual sports and physical fitness. Health Education 9 consists of units in personal health,
nutrition, physical fitness and first aid, and the understanding of oneself and others.
HEALTH/P E 10/DRIVERS EDUCATION
(740520)
Credit – 1 unit
Physical Education 10 is offered in conjunction with Health Education 10. The equivalent of one semester is spent in each area and a 36-hour
classroom course of drivers’ education is taught.
ADAPTIVE P E
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(770010)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: IEP or Doctor Recommendation
Taught both semesters, students with a physical handicap are placed in this class by a screening committee.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
(764020)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
The class will give students the opportunity to have quality strength and conditioning program. An increasing number of studies indicate that
our youth continue to decline in physical fitness; therefore, providing additional opportunities for physical fitness training and for developing an
appreciation and understanding of its important role in one’s life suggest the need for expanded physical education classes. Strength and
Conditioning will enable students to enhance their physical education knowledge, learn further physical fitness techniques and develop and
maintain good physical habits. Furthermore, the facilities and training that would be available to students through this class may not be readily
available to students elsewhere.
The class will provide in detail the benefits and goals of resistance training. The students will be provided with historical, current and possible
future impacts of resistance training. They will learn the advantages and disadvantages of using various training methods, including, but not
limited to, drugs and nutrition. The intent is to help students make intelligent, informed decisions concerning their bodies and minds to enhance
self-esteem and quality of life. Individual training plans will be developed as part of the course.
SOCIAL STUDIES
AD WORLD GEOGRAPHY
Offered Grade: 9, 10
(221031)
Credit – 1 unit
World Geography is designed to provide students with knowledge about the physical and human geography of our world and will enable
students to understand the interrelatedness of the world’s regions and cultures. Basic map skills, critical thinking skills and writing skills are
emphasized in this course.
WORLD HISTORY TO 1500 AD/WD GEOG
AD WORLD HISTORY TO 1500 AD/WD GEOG
Offered Grade: 10
(221520)
(221530)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
World History is the study of the history of man from the dawn of civilization, through the great civilizations such as Greece and Rome, to the
modern development of nations and the myriad problems created by developing technologies. Map studies are emphasized in this course.
Ad World History is for the above-average and advanced students who can easily assimilate factual knowledge and proceed to complex
reasoning and generalizations based on that knowledge.
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WD HIST 1500 AD TO THE PRESENT/WD GEOG (221620)
Credit – 1 unit
AD WD HIST 1500 AD TO THE PRESENT/WD GEOG
(221630)
Credit – 1 unit
Offered Grade: 9, 10 (yearlong course)
Prerequisite: World History (From Beginning to 1500A.D.)/World Geography
This course covers history and geography from the late Middle Ages (1000A.D.) to the present with emphasis on Western Europe. Geographic
influences on history continue to be explored, but increasing attention will be given to scientific and technological revolutions which created new
economic conditions resulting in social and political changes. The people and events of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries will be
emphasized for their strong connections to contemporary issues. Broad themes of history are analyzed by probing of specific historic events,
ideas, issues, persons, and documents.
Using texts, maps, pictures, stories, diagrams, charts, chronology, inquiry, research, and technology will be utilized to develop competence on
chronological thinking, historical comprehension and historical analysis.
AP EUROPEAN HISTORY/WORLD HISTORY 1500 TO PRESENT
Credit – 1 unit
This course is designed to prepare high performance students to earn college credits on the advanced placement exam. The course covers
the history of western society and the World History II content as well.
US HISTORY
Offered Grade: 11 only
(236020)
Credit – 1 unit
US History is a study of our nation’s heritage, from exploration and colonization, through revolution, rebellion and imperialism into world
leadership.
AD US HISTORY
Offered Grade: 11
(236030)
Credit – 1 unit
Advanced US History is for the above average and advanced student who can easily assimilate factual knowledge and who have the ability to
engage in complex reasoning and generalization based on that knowledge.
AP US HISTORY
Offered Grade: 11 only
(231940)
Credit – 1 unit
This course is a one-year chronological study of United States History with emphasis on the interpretation and analysis of historical data by
contemporary and modern historians. The course is designed to challenge the highly motivated student while introducing college level work.
The opportunity will be provided to receive college credit while in high school by successfully completing the advanced placement examination
in United States History.
US GOVERNMENT
Offered Grade: 12 only
(244020)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: US History desirable
US Government deals with the development of government, the various types (and definitions) of governments in the world today, and the
organization, structure and functions of the governments of the City of Danville, the State of Virginia and the United States. Units on
economics and current election campaigns, plus current events, are included in the year’s work.
AD GOVERNMENT
Offered Grade: 12
(244530)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: US History desirable
Advanced government is for above average and advanced students who easily assimilate factual knowledge and who have the ability to
engage in complex reasoning and generalization based on that knowledge.
AP GOVERNMENT
Offered Grade: 12 only
(244540)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation
This course is designed to prepare high performance students to earn college credits on the advanced placement examination. Heavy
emphasis is placed on the national government, its development, institutions, and processes. State and local government content, usually a
full semester, is compressed into the period following the national exam.
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SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
20TH CENTURY HISTORY
Offered Grade: 12 (Advanced level)
(238730)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: US History A,B
Twentieth-Century History is a chronological study of man in the 20th-century world. The course seeks to integrate the major political,
economic and social events in the United States with comparable events in the rest of the world. Problems confronting man in his
contemporary environment are examined.
SOCIOLOGY
Offered Grade: 11, 12
(250020)
Credit – 1 unit
Sociology is the study of human relationships that seeks to help the student understand himself, his culture, environment, and some of the
problems he will encounter as a young adult. The course also deals with such areas as building self respect and a more positive self-image,
understanding the importance of the family as effective decision-making in marriage, and parenting. Much time is devoted to current problems
suck as minorities and discrimination, poverty, crime, and problems of mass society.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS (840320) Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
Technology Foundations is an introductory course in which students explore several different areas of technology. Working in teams, they
rotate through a series of short lab modules covering a variety of topics such as: Desktop Publishing, Lasers & Optics, Graphic Design,
Controls and Sensors, Computer Networking, Web Development, Computer Troubleshooting, Video, and Electricity. Workplace Readiness
Skills and other additional activities may be included.
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(842520) Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
Manufacturing Technology is an exploratory program that provides students the opportunity to become familiar with practices of manufacturing
industries. Students will learn about the fundamentals of business structure and have hands-on experiences in producing manufactured
products. Typical activities and projects include experience with the stock market, mass production, and CO 2 race cars. Students must pay for
individual projects in Manufacturing Technology.
DRAWING (Technical Design and Illustration): Technical Drawing
Architectural Drawing
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Explore the language of architects, engineers and inventors!
Engineering Drawing
TECHNICAL DRAWING (843520)
Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
Drawing/drafting students must have good math skills, be able to work with fractions and decimals, know how to measure with a ruler, and
understand principles of basic geometry. Successful students must be able to work independently and keep track of assignments. Technical
Drawing students learn to make single-view, multi-view and pictorial drawings of physical objects. Topics include sketching actual objects,
making accurate measured drawings, and correctly showing dimensions. Technical Drawing students learn manual drafting skills using track
drafting machines before moving into CADD (Computer Aided Drafting and Design) using AutoCAD. Students may design, build and test
projects such as truss bridges or towers. An understanding of drawing and design is important for all students interested in drafting,
engineering, or manufacturing careers. Students enrolled in Technical Drawing may earn dual enrollment credit at Danville Community College.
(Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and 12th graders only.)
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING (843720)
Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
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REQUIRED CLASS for Computer Networking in Technology Studies Academy
Drawing/drafting students must have good math skills, be able to work with fractions and decimals, know how to measure with a ruler, and
understand principles of basic geometry. Successful students must be able to work independently and keep track of assignments. Architectural
drawing focuses on the planning of homes and other buildings. Students draw and design structures such as houses and commercial buildings.
Students learn manual drafting skills using track drafting machines, and CADD (Computer Aided Drafting and Design) and become familiar with
a variety of symbols and drawings used in architecture and construction. Students create three-dimensional computer models and physical
models of their projects. Architectural Drawing is important for students interested in exploring careers in architecture, construction or interior
design.
ENGINEERING DRAWING (843620)
Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12

REQUIRED CLASS for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
DRAWING/DRAFTING STUDENTS MUST HAVE GOOD MATH SKILLS, BE ABLE TO WORK WITH FRACTIONS AND DECIMALS, KNOW
HOW TO MEASURE WITH A RULER, AND UNDERSTAND PRINCIPLES OF BASIC GEOMETRY. SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS MUST BE
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ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND KEEP TRACK OF ASSIGNMENTS. ENGINEERING DRAWING PROVIDES STUDENTS THE
GRAPHIC LANGUAGE OF INDUSTRY USED BY ENGINEERS AND TECHNICIANS. STUDENTS LEARN MANUAL DRAFTING SKILLS AND
TECHNIQUES USING DRAFTING STATIONS EQUIPPED WITH TRACK DRAFTING MACHINES, AND GAIN EXPERIENCE WITH SOLID
MODELING SOFTWARE. STUDENTS MAY APPLY DRAFTING SKILLS TO DESIGN, BUILD AND TEST HANDS-ON PROJECTS SUCH AS
TOWERS, BRIDGES OR OTHER DESIGNS. AN UNDERSTANDING OF DRAWING AND DESIGN IS IMPORTANT FOR ALL STUDENTS
INTERESTED IN DRAFTING, ENGINEERING, OR MANUFACTURING CAREERS. STUDENTS ENROLLED IN ENGINEERING DRAWING
MAY EARN DUAL ENROLLMENT CREDIT AT DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE. (DUAL-ENROLLMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR 11TH AND
12TH GRADERS ONLY.)
GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY (842320) Credit – 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12

ELECTIVE OPTION for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
Geospatial Technology introduces students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a rapidly growing technical field that involves the linking
of computerized maps, aerial and satellite imagery, GPS tracking, and the extensive files of data that the world is accumulating. Students
should have good computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office products, and should be capable of working independently and in small
groups. Students will gain real-world experiences through activities and projects related to local government and commercial needs. Students
enrolled in Geospatial Technology may earn dual enrollment credit at Danville Community College. (Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and
12th graders only.)
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS/GRAPHICS I (841520)
Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
suggested grades 9 - 11
Communication Systems provides experiences in the fields of imaging technology, graphic production, video and media, technical design, and
various modes of communicating information through the use of data. Students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills using the
universal systems model. Students also learn about the impact of communication on society and potential career fields relating to
communications. Special emphasis is placed on activities and projects related to Graphic Communication. Students enrolled in Communication
Systems/ Graphics I may earn dual enrollment credit at Danville Community College. (Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and 12th graders
only.)
GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS (845820) Credit 1 Unit
Offered 11th and 12th grades
Students will expand their knowledge of the Graphics industry locally, regionally and nationally. Graphic Communications is a project oriented
class which allows students to explore their creativity in:
Graphic Design - using state-of-the art computer hardware and software.
Screen Process Printing
o Student-designed projects printed on almost any surface including t-shirts, bumper stickers, tiles, etc.
Offset Printing
o Student-designed projects printed on paper substrates such as notepads, business cards, invitations, etc.
CNC Vinyl Graphics
o Student-designed projects using Computer Numerically Controlled vinyl film cutting technology may be applied to t-shirts,
signs, cars, and other applications
Students will explore a variety of pre-press techniques.
Information about careers in Graphics is presented.
Students may earn dual enrollment credit at Danville Community College. (Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and 12th graders
only.)
PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGY I (981120) Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGY II (981220) Credit 1 Unit (Available to all students who have successfully completed Principles of
Technology level I.)
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RECOMMENDED FOR TECHNOLOGY STUDIES ACADEMY STUDENTS: Pre-Engineering students MUST take Principles of
Technology or college-preparatory Physics.
Principles of Technology I and II is a hands on, applied physics course. Students develop higher order thinking skills by performing laboratory
experiments, gathering, graphing, analyzing, and interpreting data using computer spreadsheets. Students will draw conclusions and present
their data. Students will develop an understanding of scientific and technical principles by stressing their application to the technological world
in which we live.
Principles of Technology I and II, taken sequentially, allow students to receive one elective credit and one physics credit.
ENGINEERING EXPLORATION 1 (845020) (Replaces Intro. to Engineering – note new course code) Credit 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
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REQUIRED CLASS for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
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Pre-Engineering students are exposed to problem-solving activities similar to those encountered in introductory engineering classes at the
college level. Students design and plan solutions to assigned physical and mechanical problems. Students become familiar with a variety of
methods of manipulating materials. Students will need to use math and creative thinking skills in order to solve the problems assigned.
Students must pay for individual projects in Engineering Explorations.
ENGINEERING STUDIES (849120) (Previously listed as Research & Development) Credit 1 Unit
Offered 12th grade

REQUIRED CLASS for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
o PREREQUISITES: Engineering Drawing, Introduction to Engineering (or Engineering Exploration 1)
This course emphasizes the applications and the design process of engineering. Students form engineering teams and work together on group
design projects. Each team uses communication, graphics, mathematics, and community personnel to solve problems. Appropriate
information is learned by each team in order to complete a project. Projects may be models, systems, or products that creatively solve an
engineering problem. Students must pay for individual projects in Engineering Studies.
MATERIALS AND PROCESSES (843320)
Credit 1 Unit
Offered 11th and 12th grade
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ELECTIVE OPTION for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
Students will become familiar with common engineering materials, including woods, metals, plastics and masonry products. Students will work
with different materials in a laboratory setting using a variety of separating, forming, combining and finishing processes. Lab experiences will be
reinforced with demonstrations, textbooks and other media and classroom experiences. Students will use appropriate materials and
processing techniques in product design and problem solving. Other lab experiences may include material testing and computer numerical
controlled machining. Students must pay for individual projects in Materials and Processes.
PRODUCTION SYSTEMS AND WOODWORKING (844720)
Credit -1 Unit Offered 11th and 12th grade
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ELECTIVE OPTION for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
Production Systems/Woodworking is a hands-on laboratory class that utilizes a woodworking experience enriched with the basic principles and
techniques of modern manufacturing and production. Industrial robotics programming, CNC equipment usage, and career and educational
opportunities will also be explored. Students will complete required projects as well as design, plan and complete personalized products.
Students must pay for individual projects in Production Systems/Woodworking.
PHOTOGRAPHY/ IMAGING TECHNOLOGY (845520) Credit -1 Unit
Offered 11th and 12th grade
Students in Photography/ Imaging Technology will explore the history of photography and basic photographic theory. They will use a variety of
photographic techniques with both film-based and digital photography. Topics will include basic photographic techniques including 35mm film
processing and darkroom techniques as well as applications of photography. Photography for computer applications, photography for printed
media and digital image manipulation will be explored. Other topics may include technical illustration, web page development, and desktop
video production. Students must pay for individual project materials in Photography/ Imaging Technology.
TECHNOLOGY OF ROBOTIC DESIGN (842120) (Replaces Computer Control And Automation)
Credit – 1 Unit
Offered to grades 9 – 12
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ELECTIVE OPTION for Pre-Engineering in Technology Studies Academy
Technology of Robotic Design will allow students to expand their knowledge of computer hardware, computer applications, basic networking,
robotics, and other automated systems. This curriculum is required for students enrolled in the Computer Technology and Networking
curriculum, but will also benefit students pursuing engineering or information systems. On-site testing for IC3 certification will be available to
students enrolled in Technology of Robotic Design. Students enrolled in Technology of Robotic Design may earn dual enrollment credit at
Danville Community College. (Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and 12th graders only.)
COMPUTER NETWORKING HARDWARE I, (854260) Credit – 1 Unit Offered 11th & 12th grades
ADVANCED COMPUTER NETWORKING HARDWARE II, (854360) Credit – 1 Unit available to all students who have successfully
completed Computer Networking Hardware level I.
Computer Networking Hardware is a training curriculum designed to prepare students for further study in computer networking and in setting up
computer networking equipment. Computer Networking Hardware is a two-year high school program. The program combines self-paced
online computer instruction and examinations with demonstration, lecture, and hands-on laboratory work. Students enrolled in Computer
Networking Hardware may earn dual enrollment credit at Danville Community College. On-site testing for IC3 certification will be available to
students enrolled in Computer Networking Hardware. Computer Networking Hardware students may elect to take the CCNA (Cisco Certified
Network Associate) exam at an independent testing facility. (Dual-enrollment is available for 11th and 12th graders only.)
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CAREER & TECHNICAL
AUTO BODY REPAIR I
Offered Grade: 11
(867920)
Credit – 2 units
Collision Repair Tech I is a two-period class which provides training in repairing and refinishing motor vehicle bodies, including straightening
frames, removing dents from body panels, welding torn metal parts, and replacement of badly damaged parts.
AUTO BODY REPAIR II
Offered Grade: 12
(868020)
Credit – 3 units
Prerequisite: Auto Body I
Collision Repair Tech II is a three-period class continuation of Collision Repair Tech I with an emphasis on body work, frame alignment and a
refinement of paint refinishing.
AUTO SERVICING I
Offered Grade: 11 (Auto Mechanics)
(871020)
Credit – 2 units
Auto Service I is a two-period class that offers training in principles of automotive operation and general repair. Instruction and training are
provided to create a thorough understanding of the design, construction and operation of automotive units. Included will be the engine
fundamentals and overhaul, safety, tool identification, fuel systems, cooling systems, lubricating systems, brake systems, and wheels and tires.
Hands-on is required for this class.
AUTO SERVICING II
Offered Grade: 12 (Auto Mechanics)
(871120)
Credit – 3 units
Prerequisite: Auto Servicing I
Auto Service II is a three-period class that offers training in principles of automotive operation and general repair. Instruction and training are
provided to create a thorough understanding of the design, construction and operation of automotive units.
The 12th grade student will be taught engine electrical systems, ignition systems, front end alignment, fuel injection, heating and air
conditioning, and a thorough understanding of the power train and electrical system diagnostics. Techniques incorporating the use of
sophisticated testing devices to determine the causes of faulty operation or to properly adjust complex devices or systems are an integral part
of this action packed, fast paced program. Majority of the program is hands-on.
COSMETOLOGY I
Offered Grade: 11
(852720)
Credit – 2 units
Cosmetology I is a two-period class and the first year of a two-year program for the aspiring professional cosmetologist, who plans a career in
all phases of hairstyling, nails and make-up. The course is intended to provide instruction in the scientific and practical phases of cosmetology.
This would include: scalp and hair analysis, shampooing, haircutting, hairstyling, finger weaving, permanent waving, and manicuring.
COSMETOLOGY II
Offered Grade: 12
(852820)
Credit – 3 units
Prerequisite: Cosmetology I
Cosmetology II is three-period class which is a continuation of the two-year program with an emphasis on thermal pressing and curling,
relaxing the hair, esthetics (professional facials), hair lightening and tinting, anatomy, physiology and chemistry, salon management, and job
preparation for school to work transition.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE I – An Overview
(870220)
Credit – 1 unit
Criminal Justice I is a general study in all areas of the criminal justice system. This includes Law enforcement, Crime Scene Investigation,
Juvenile Justice, Corrections, The Court System and more. Guest speakers are a part of this course, so that students may actually talk to
professionals from each field and obtain an understanding of how each part of the system works.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE II – Juvenile Justice
(870320)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Criminal Justice I
Criminal Justice II is a two-period class that covers an in-depth study of the Juvenile Justice system and its past and present history. The
course also studies the judicial processes in this country and other countries, as well as juveniles and crime, the court system and how it works
for juveniles. The course also covers issues such as child abuse, capital punishment and new methods in the system. Field trips and guest
speakers will be included.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE III – Criminal Law and Procedures
(870420)
Credit – 1 unit
Prerequisite: Criminal Justice I & II
Criminal Justice II – Criminal Law and Procedures is a two-period class that takes an in-depth look at the U.S. legal system, including wellknown case law. Topics will also cover case procedures, including investigation, that lead up to the courtroom. Field trips and guest speakers
will be part of this class and there is a separate section that includes self-defense and CPR & First Aid.
BUILDING TRADES/Dual Enrollment
Offered Grades: 11th & 12th
(851520)
Credit – 3 units
Students enrolled in Building Trades may earn Dual Enrollment credit through Danville Community College.
ELECTRONICS/Dual Enrollment
Offered Grade: 12th Only
(853620)
Credit – 3 units
Students enrolled in Electronics may earn Dual Enrollment credit through Danville Community College.
WOODS TECHNOLOGY
Offered Grade: 12th Only
(842720)
Credit – 3 units
Students enrolled in Woods Technology may earn Dual Enrollment credit through Danville Community College.
TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW
Offered Grades: 11th and 12th
(906220)
Credit – 1 unit
Virginia’s Teachers for Tomorrow Program is offered to high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in education. The
program is designed to foster student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession through exposure to a world-class
curriculum and hands-on experience that focuses on teaching. Students must complete the following eligibility requirements to be considered
for enrollment in the program:
Have and maintain a minimum 2.7 grade point average or its equivalent
Submit three satisfactory teacher recommendations
Submit a brief essay and application
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
Offered Grades: 10, 11
(830220)
Credit – 1 unit
This Course introduces the student to all health care careers and develops basic skills common to all health and medical sciences.
DENTAL CAREERS I
Offered Grade: 11
(83282H)
Credit – 2 units
Dental Careers I is the first year of a two-year program for juniors and seniors who plan to work in the dental field as auxiliary personnel to the
professional. Dental Careers provides the student with the skills and knowledge of basic concepts related to the dental field, and develops
skills essential for the dental team such as: greeting patients and helping them feel at ease, preparing patients for dental treatment, selecting
and preparing instruments the dentist will need, cleaning equipment, assisting the dentist at the chair side, passing instruments and mixing
materials as needed, acting as a receptionist, pouring molds and trimming casts, and processing radiographs.
DENTAL CAREERS II
Offered Grade: 12
(83292H)
Credit – 3 units
Prerequisite: Dental Careers I
Dental Careers II is a continuation of the two-year program. Classroom work will be combined with occupational experience in local dental
offices. Upon completion, students will have obtained certification in radiation safety, CPR and schedule VI drugs.
NURSING ASSISTANTS I
Offered Grade: 11
(83602H)
Credit – 2 units
The Nursing Assistants program is designed to offer students the basic knowledge involved in becoming an assistant in the health field. The
curriculum will involve anatomy, social science, and nursing arts to help develop skills related to patient care, interpersonal relations, and the
use of good judgment.
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NURSING ASSISTANTS II
Offered Grade: 12
(83622H)
Credit – 3 units
Prerequisite: Nursing Assistants I
The second year is a continuation of Nursing Assistants I with an emphasis on anatomy, physiology and performance of treatments in clinical
areas. At the conclusion of the 2-year program, these students will be eligible to take the state board exam for certification.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY I & II
(833320)
Credit – 2 units
Students become skilled in identifying and dealing with emergencies such as bleeding, fracture, airway obstruction and cardiac arrest.
Instruction emphasizes proper care and use of common emergency equipment and safe methods for lifting, moving and transporting injured
persons. Supervised on-the-job training and patient care experiences are part of the instructional program. Program completers may take the
EMT state certification exam administered by the Virginia Department of Health.
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS COOP
Offered Grade: 12
(83992H)
Credit – 1 unit
Health Careers Coop includes supervised, on-the-job instruction.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Students are referred and screened through the special services division of the
Danville Public Schools for enrollment in this program
SPECIAL SERVICES CLASSES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
COURSES OFFERED AT GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Inclusion services are offered in the following classes. Students pursuing a Standard Diploma should be enrolled in inclusion
classes.
English 9
(11302I)
Credit – 1 unit
English 10
(11402I)
Credit – 1 unit
English 11
(11502I)
Credit – 1 unit
English 12
(11602I)
Credit – 1 unit
World History
US History
US Government
(22152I)
(23602I)
(24402I)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Algebra I, Part 1
Algebra 1, Part 2
Basic Algebra
Basic Geometry
(31312I)
(31222I)
(31332I)
(31412I)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Earth Science
Biology
(42102I)
(43102I)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
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RESOURCE
RE Resource
Offered grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
RM Resource
Offered grade 11, 12
RL Resource
Offered grade 9, 10, 11, 12
(786310)
Credit – 1 unit
(782510)
Credit – 1 unit
(786510)
Credit – 1 unit
Resource provides assistance to students to reinforce objectives of regular classes and improve study skills.
All classes listed are offered for students pursuing a Modified Standard Diploma.
ENGLISH
RL English 9
RL English 10
RL English 11
RL English 12
RM English 11
RM English 12
(113017)
(114017)
(115117)
(116017)
(115511)
(116011)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Each class provides instruction to improve vocabulary, composition, grammar, writing, and decoding skills. Students will review for the eighthgrade English Reading/Literature/Research SOL Test.
RL Developmental Reading
Offered grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
(118017)
Credit – 1 unit
Instruction is provided to allow the students the opportunity to improve their decoding and reading skills. Students will review for the eighthgrade English Reading/Literature/Research SOL Test.
MATHEMATICS
RL Personal Finance
Offered grade 9, 10, 11, 12
(312017)
Credit – 1 unit
Personal Finance provides mathematical skills students need to function as independent, employable contributing citizens. Students compute
weekly and annual wages, read and compare food prices, compute the cost of rent for one year, read utility meters, compute monthly utility
expenses, etc. Students will review for the eighth-grade Mathematics SOL Test.
RM Algebra 1, Part 1 (313111)
Offered grade 11, 12
RL Algebra 1, Part 1
(313117)
Offered grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Algebra 1, Part 1 provides instruction in applying basic algebraic concepts and calculations when solving equations and word problems, using
order of operations and working with positive and negative numbers. Students will review for the eighth-grade Mathematics SOL Test.
RM Geometry 1, Part 1
RL Geometry 1, Part 1
Offered grade: 11, 12
(314411)
(314417)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Geometry 1, Part 1 provides instruction in the study of properties of points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, circles, and polygons with more than
four sides. Students will review for the eighth-grade Mathematics SOL Test.
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SCIENCE
RL Earth Science, Part 1
Offered grade: 9
(420017)
Credit – 1 unit
Earth Science provides instruction in the study of the Earth’s composition and history; its atmosphere, fresh water, oceans, and its relative
position in space. Technology will be used to collect, analyze and report data.
RL Biology 1, Part 1
Offered grade: 10
(430017)
Credit – 1 unit
Biology provides instruction to discuss the fundamental biological principals of cellular organization and activity, reproduction, heredity and
natural selection, and classification of living things.
HISTORY
RM US History
RL US History
Offered grade: 11
(236111)
(236117)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
United States History provides instruction in the study of our nation’s heritage, from exploration and colonization through revolution, rebellion
and imperialism into world leadership.
RM Government
RL Government
Offered grade 12
(244011)
(244017)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Government provides instruction to deal with the development of government, the various types (and definitions) of governments in the world
today and the organization, structure and functions of the governments of the City of Danville, the State of Virginia, and the United States of
America.
LS Community Skills
LS Vocational Skills 1
LS Personal/Social Skills 1
LS Math/Science 1
LS English/History 1
LS Career Enrichment
LS Vocational Skills 2
LS Personal/Social Skills 2
LS Math/Science 2
LS English/History 2
(782211)
(782212)
(782213)
(782214)
(782215)
(782311)
(782312)
(782313)
(782314)
(782315)
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Credit – 1 unit
Life Skills are taught to students in a self-contained setting.
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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES TECHNOLOGY
9TH GRADE
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
Automotive English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
Biology
Physics OR Principles of
Technology II
(Counts as a science)
Elective *
Earth Science
World Geography or
World History
Elective **
Automotive U. S. History
Automotive
Services
Technology I ***
Automotive Government
PE/Health 9
Automotive English 12
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
PE/Health 10
Automotive
Services
Recommend
Technology II ***
Computer Applications
Finance
Principles of
Recommend Virtual Enterprise
or Business Law
Elective **
Technology I
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**It is recommended that students in this program of study choose “technical” programs for available.
***VERIFIED CREDIT: Students who pass the two years of Automotive Service Technology AND pass the exam for ASE Certification from
the National Institute for Automotive Service) will earn a verified credit.
9TH GRADE
AUTO BODY REPAIR
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
Algebra 1*
Geometry *
Earth Science
Biology
World History OR
Geography
Elective **
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
Computer Applications
Recommend
Finance
12TH GRADE
Automotive English 11
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
Physics OR Principles of
Technology II (Counts as a
science)
Automotive English 12
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
Technical
Drawing/Design
Automotive U. S. History
Automotive Government
Auto Body I
Auto Body II
Recommend Virtual Enterprise or
Business Law)
Elective **
Principles of Technology I
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course.
**It is recommended students take drawing or design courses; students taking .
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9TH GRADE
COSMETOLOGY
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
World History or
Geography
Biology
Chemistry
Elective
Elective
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
Cosmetology I **
Cosmetology II **
Computer Applications
Finance
Strongly
Elective
Elective
Virtual Enterprise
Elective courses except Cosmetology I & II may be taken in any order.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**VERIFIED CREDIT: Students who pass the two years of cosmetology AND pass the licensing exam from the Virginia Board of Cosmetology
(Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations) will earn a verified credit.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
World History or
Geography
Biology
Chemistry
Elective
Elective
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
Criminal Justice II
Criminal Justice III
Computer Applications
Criminal Justice I
Life Planning
Resource Management
Computer Information Systems
Family Relations
Parenting
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
Elective courses except Culinary Arts I & II may be taken in any order.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
[For this program of study, there are 5 pathways available at the college level: Management Specialization (Manage); Graphic Imaging
Management Specialization (Graphics); Marketing Specialization (Mark); Automotive Management Specialization (Auto); & Motorsports
Management Specialization (Motor). The high school program of the study is basically the same for each college pathway. Where different
course options are required, they are listed with the pathways to which they lead.]
9TH GRADE
English 9
10TH GRADE
English 10
11TH GRADE
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
Earth Science
World History or
Geography
PE/Health 9
Biology
Chemistry
Elective **
PE/Health 10
U. S. History
Accounting I
Computer Applications
IT Fundamentals
Elective **
Finance
Computer Information
Systems **
Programming/Word
Processing/or Virtual Enterprise
12TH GRADE
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Business Coop or
Accounting II
Government
Virtual Enterprise***
Adv. Computer Information
Systems **
Business Law *** or
Desktop Publishing
COOP (work experience) courses are available in the senior year.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II.
**Desktop Publishing is recommended, especially for if student is looking to enter Graphics Imaging.
***Students wishing to major in accounting (or other finance field) should take a second year of accounting in addition to or in place of business
law or Virtual Enterprise.
****VERIFIED CREDIT: Students passing two years of Computer Information Systems could earn a verified credit by passing certified as a
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) through Microsoft.
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
For this program of study, there are 5 pathways available at the college level: General Office Specialization (General); Legal Specialization
(Legal); & Medical Specialization (Medical). The high school program of the study is basically the same for each college pathway. Where
different course options are required, they are listed with the pathways to which they lead.
9TH GRADE
English 9
10TH GRADE
English 10
11TH GRADE
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II *
12TH GRADE
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
Biology
Chemistry
Business Coop
World History or Geography
Elective**
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
Computer Applications
Office Administration
Accounting **
Computer Information
Systems ***
Desktop Publishing
Adv. Computer Information
Systems ***
Elective **
Finance
Word Processing
Business Law (for Legal and
Medical Specialization pathways)
COOP (work experience) courses are available in the senior year.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**Spanish I and II is recommended; students considering bookkeeping or other finance area should take Advanced Accounting.
***VERIFIED CREDIT: Students passing two years of Computer Information Systems could earn a verified credit by passing certified as a
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) through Microsoft.
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY –
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & MICROCOMPUTER SPECIALIST
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
For this program of study, there are 2 pathways available at the college level: Computer Programming (Programming)) & Microcomputer
Specialist. The high school program of the study is basically the same for each college pathway. Where different course options are required,
they are listed with the pathways to which they lead.
9TH GRADE
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II *
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
World History or
Geography
Biology
Chemistry
Virtual Enterprise
Elective**
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
U. S. History
Accounting (for Microcomputer
Specialist only)
Computer Applications
IT Fundamentals
Computer Information
Systems ***
Government
Recommend
Business Coop
Adv. Computer Information
Systems ***
Elective **
Finance
Programming
Business Law
COOP (work experience) courses are available in the senior year.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**In fall 2005, Programming courses will be added and be required for the Computer Programming pathway.
***VERIFIED CREDIT: Students passing two years of Computer Information Systems could earn a verified credit by passing certified as a
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) through Microsoft.
NURSING ASSISTANT
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
Earth Science
Geography or
World History
Biology
Introduction to Health & Medical
Sciences
Chemistry
Algebra/Trig
AP Biology OR
Anatomy/Physiology
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
Recommend
Computer Applications
PE/Health 10
Office Administration
Spanish I
(recommended)
Spanish II
(recommended)
Nursing Assistant I **
(2 Periods)
Nursing Assistant II **
(3 Periods)
Nutrition & Wellness
Spanish is recommended for students planning to enter the health field.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**VERIFIED CREDIT: Students who pass two years of Nursing Assistant AND pass the Certified Nurse Aide test through the Virginia Board of
Nursing.
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9TH GRADE
DENTAL ASSISTING CAREERS
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II *
Earth Science
Geography or
World History
Biology
Introduction to Health & Medical
Science
Chemistry
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
AP Biology OR
Anatomy/Physiology
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
Recommend
Computer Applications
PE/Health 10
Dental Careers I **
(2 Periods)
Office Administration
Dental Careers II **
(3 Periods)
Elective
Elective
Elective
Spanish is recommended for students planning to enter the health field.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**Verified Credit: Students who pass the Virginia Dental Radiation and Safety Certification Test
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH
12TH GRADE
GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II
Earth Science
Chemistry
Geography or
World History
Biology
Introduction to Health & Medical
Sciences
(May take in 10th or 11th grade)
Algebra/Trig
AP Biology OR
Anatomy/Physiology
U. S. History
Government
PE/Health 9
PE/Health 10
Elective
Computer Applications
Office Administration
Elective
Spanish I
(recommended)
Spanish II
(recommended)
Spanish III
(recommended)
Emergency Medical Technician I &
II **
Elective
Spanish is recommended for students planning to enter the health field.
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**VERIFIED CREDIT: Students who pass two years of EMT AND pass the EMT certification test can earn a verified credit.
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9TH GRADE
INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – NETWORK SPECIALIST
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
[For this program of study, there is one college pathway: Network Specialist.]
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra II
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Adv. Earth Science
Adv. Biology
Elective *
Elective *
World History II
Elective *
PE/Health 9
Architectural Drawing/CAD
PE/Heath 10
Introduction to Computer
Systems & Networking
U. S. History
Network Training I
(Cisco) ***
Principles of
Technology I
Government
Network Training II
(Cisco) ***
Principles of Technology II
(Counts as Science)
Recommend
IT Fundamentals
Elective *
Elective *
Elective *
*Student must take two additional electives. Keyboarding Applications or IT Fundamentals is strongly recommended.
** Extra science and math courses are recommended.
*** VERIFIED CREDIT: Students passing both years’ of Cisco AND passing the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CNA) through Cisco
Systems
GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
A TECH-PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
Algebra 1 *
Earth Science
Geography OR
World History II
PE/Health 9
Tech Foundations
12TH GRADE
Geometry *
English 11
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
English 12
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
Chemistry
Elective **
Elective **
Elective **
U. S. History
Principles of
Technology I
Government
Principles of Technology II
(Counts as Science)
Graphic
Communications
Photographic
Communications
PE/Heath 10
Technical Drawing or
Architectural Drawing or
Engineering Drawing
Recommend
Computer Applications
Elective **
Elective **
Elective **
*Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
**Desktop Publishing and/or IT Fundamentals are recommended as are a variety of art and publication courses for students interested in this
program of study.
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PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra II
English 12
Required Course *
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
Geography OR
World History I
Biology
Chemistry
Elective **
Elective **
Government
Principles of Technology II
(Counts as Science)
Materials &
Processing
Elective **
PE/Health 9
Manufacturing
Technology
Technical Drawing/ Design
U. S. History
Principles of
Technology I
Production
Systems
Tech Foundations
Elective **
Elective **
PE/Heath 10
*A fourth year of math is recommended.
**Among electives, it is recommended that students take computer applications and a second drawing/CAD course.
9TH GRADE
GENERAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
A TECH PREP PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Algebra 1 *
Geometry *
Algebra II *
Advanced Algebra/Trig *
Adv. Earth Science *
Adv. Biology *
Adv. Chemistry *
Elective **
World History II
Elective **
PE/Health 9
PE/Heath 10
Introduction to
Engineering
U. S. History
Principles of
Technology I
Materials &
Processing
Government
Principles of Technology II
(Counts as Science)
Research &
Development
Recommend
Production Technology
Engineering Drawing
Elective **
Elective **
Elective **
* Advanced level courses in science and math are recommended.
** Other technology courses are recommended is space is available in the schedule.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
A CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM OF STUDY
10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
9TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
English 9
English 10
English 11
Algebra 1*
Geometry *
Algebra II
English 12
Required Course
(Math recommended)
Earth Science
World Geography or
World History
Biology
Chemistry
Elective
Elective
U. S. History
Government
PE/Heath 10
Elective
Family Relations OR
Parenting
Any Course
PE/Health 9
Life
Planning
Computer Applications
Resource Management
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
* Tech Prep students may take the 2-year Algebra or 2-year Geometry course, but must take Algebra II before graduating.
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George Washington High School
701 Broad Street
Danville, Virginia 24541-2627
Tel: 434.799.6410
Fax: 434.799.5251
http://web.dps.k12.va.us/schools/gwhs
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