Rigby High School Course Catalog Rigby High

Rigby High School
Course Catalog
Rigby High School Philosophy:
“Every student college or career ready”
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS KEY: 50 credits required to graduate (classes 2015-2018)
Requirement
English
Speech
Humanities
US History
US Government
Economics
Mathematics
Science
Physical Education
Health
Multimedia
Electives
Total:
Credits
8
1
2
2
2
1
6
6
2
1
1
18
50
Code
ENG
SPCH
HUM
USH
USG
ECO
MTH/SMTH
SCIN/SCIL
PE
HLT
MM
ELE
Notes:
2 credits required senior year
4 lab sciences required
Any classes taken above the required
number also count as electives
Additional Requirements:
Student must pass the State standardized English, Mathematics and Science tests
Student must take one of the following college entrance exams: (ACT, SAT, Compass); Junior year
Students must pass a citizenship naturalization test by the end of their senior year.
Students’ must complete and pass their Senior Projects
Graduation Recognition:
Honors: 3.40 – 3.70 GPA
High Honors 3.71 – 4.0 GPA
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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CORE
I.
II.
III.
IV.
V.
English (ENG)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. page 4
a. English Dual Credit (ENG)……..………………………………………………………………………………….…. page 5
b. English Course Progression and Map……………………………………………………………………….…... page 6
c. Speech (SPCH)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… page 8
Humanities (HUM)
a. Social Studies (HUM, USH, USG, ECO)……………………………………………………………………..…. page 9
b. Foreign Language (HUM, ELE)……………………………………………………………………………………. page 12
c. Fine Arts (HUM, ELE)
i. Visual Art (HUM, ELE)……………………………………………………………………………………………… page 13
ii. Music (HUM)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 15
Mathematics (MTH, SMTH)……………………………………………………………………………………………… page 18
a. Mathematics Dual Credit………………………………………………………………………………………….…..page 19
b. Mathematics Course Progression and Map…………………………………………………………..……. page 20
Science (SCIN/SCIL)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. page 21
a. Science Course Progression……………………………………………………………………………………..…. page 24
Health (HLT) and Physical Education (PE)..…………………………………………………………………….. page 25
a. Athletic Teams
PROFESSIONAL-TECHNICAL EDUCATION (PTE)
VI.
Agriculture Education (SCIL, ECO, SPCH, ELE)…………………………………………………………........ page 27
a. Agricultural Education Course Progression Map………………………………………………………….page 29
VII.
Business and Marketing (MM, ELE)…………………………………………………………………………………… page 30
VIII. Family and Consumer Sciences (SCIL/ELE)……………………………………………………………………... page 33
a. Family and Consumer Sciences Course Progression Map………………………………….……….. page 35
IX.
Technology Education (ELE)…………………………………………………………………………….………………. page 36
a. Engineering
b. Automotive
c. Construction
d. Course Progression Map……………………………………………………………………………………………….page 39
X.
Healthcare Education…………………………………………………..…………………………………………..……….. page 40
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… page 41
a. Non-Credit Release
b. Credit Recovery
c. Senior Project…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….page 43
DUAL ENROLLMENT
XI.
College Credits (CORE, ELE)…………………………………………………………………………………………..... page 45
a. CWI: College of Western Idaho Associate of Arts
b. Early College Programs
c. IEN: Idaho Education Network
d. Tech Prep: CSI, EITC, ISU and NIC
XII.
Advanced Opportunities Scholarships……………………………………………………………..………….…... page 48
a. 8 in 6 Program
b. Fast Forward Program
c. Early Completer Program
d. MAP: Mastery Agreement Program
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES……….......................................................................................................page 49
a. Clubs/Activities
2016-2017 COURSE REGISTRATION WORKSHEET.....................................................................................page 52
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSTION
Students are required to pass two English classes per year to graduate.
English - 9A, B, C - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 - Designed for 9th grade students
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
None
None
Approach to the basics in language arts, writing and world literature.
Advanced English 9 A, B, C – Open to 9
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content
English
Summer Reading – new students make arrangements with the instructor
None
An accelerated curriculum along with Pre-AP strategies for college-bound students.
Advanced writing processes and analytic practices necessary to be successful in AP
English language or any other English class.
English 10A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12 - Designed for 10th grade students
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
None
None
An integrated approach to the basics in language arts, writing and world literature.
Pre AP English 10A, B – Open to 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content
English
Summer reading – new students make arrangements with the instructor
None
Designed for sophomores on the college prep track. Read non-fiction, classic fiction,
drama and poetry to develop rhetorical analysis and close reading skills as well as
analytic practices necessary to be successful in AP and dual enrollment courses.
English 11 A, B – Open to 11, 12 - Designed for 11th grade students
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
None
None
Integrated approach to writing, language arts, and American literature.
English 12 A, B – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
None
None
Integrated approach to the basics in language arts, writing and British literature.
Journalism A, B, C (Newspaper) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Willingness to learn new skills and work hard to meet deadlines
Travel expenses involved in optional state and national competitions
1st Trimester required. Student-run production class that generates and publishes the
award-winning Trojanier, a monthly newspaper built with desktop publishing software.
Students choose stories, write, take photos, design pages for publication, and solicit
and produce ads under the direction of a student editorial board and the advisor.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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ENGLISH DUAL CREDIT
AP English Language and Composition A, B – Open to 11
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
3.0 GPA
Cost of required AP Test - scholarships are available through the counseling office.
Classical rhetorical strategies, analysis, and the modes of writing with emphasis on
persuasive writing. Read a variety of non-fiction literary works, write in multiple
modes, and become proficient at analysis. College-level workload.
ENGL 101: English Composition 1 – Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
Overall GPA of 3.0 and 18 on ACT-Eng., 450 SAT Reading or 70 Compass Writing
Juniors must have passed AP English A with an 80% if taking ENGL 101 as a junior.
3 CSI credits $195 (Subject to change). Tuition must be paid to receive credit.
Emphasizes the process and strategies of writing with critical attention to purpose,
audience and style. Write analytical essays based on readings, observations, and ideas;
develop inventiveness and voice; and edit for style and conventions of standard usage.
ENGL 1101: English Composition – Open to 11, 12 - 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
Overall GPA of 3.0 and 18 on ACT-Eng., 430 SAT or 68 Compass Writing
Juniors must have completed AP English A if taking ENGL 1101 their junior year.
3 ISU credits $195 (Subject to change). Tuition must be paid to receive credit.
Course is designed to instruct student about the writing approach. Readings
required for the class are designed to allow students the opportunity to analyze
material in a reading journal. Students will receive 3 transferable ISU credits.
ENGL 1102: English Composition 2 (also Blended) – Open to 12 - 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
Students must have taken ENGL 1101 or received the following test score.
Overall GPA of 3.0, and completion of ENGL 1101 from ISU or 570 SAT, 25 ACT-Eng
Juniors must have a 28 ACT or 620 SAT and submit a writing sample to Mrs. Troyer
3 ISU credits $195 (Subject to change). Tuition must be paid to receive credit.
Furthers the composition skills from English 101 focusing on critical reading, writing,
and research. Write expository and persuasive essays, using literary and/or
interdisciplinary materials. Research essay required. Managed through Brainhoney.
ENGL 1110: Introduction to Literature (also Blended) – Open to 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
English
Overall GPA of 3.0, and completion of ENG 101 or 570 SAT, 25 ACT-Eng
3 ISU credits $195 (Subject to change). Tuition must be paid to receive credit.
Analyze a novel, poem, short story, play or prose piece – using literary elements. Also
includes conventions, themes, and historical and literary contexts distinctive to the
genre at hand to support meaningful interpretations. Requirements include reading
done in class as well as outside of class, three analytical essays, poetry writing, quizzes,
and exams, and presentations through a variety of media. Managed through
Brainhoney, students utilize discussion boards and electronically submit assignments.
Blended Learning Format
Blended learning is student-centered in its approach, allowing students and the school to use time and resources more
flexibly than in traditional school environments. Blended learning allows for more flexibility in regard to differentiated
learning and is a self-guided educational experience where the instructor’s role is that of a mentor rather than
instructor. The course content is housed in the learning management system, Brainhoney. The student can move at
their own pace, much like an online course, but must meet the instructor’s proposed deadlines. These courses can be
scheduled any period that the student has available.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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ENGL 1102
ENGL 1101
3.0 GPA
ENGL 101
3.0 GPA
570 SAT,
25 ACT
3.0 GPA
3.0 GPA
3.0 GPA
ENGL 1110
ENGL 1110
3.0 GPA
3.0 GPA
18 ACT, 430 SAT,
68 Compass Writing
English 12 A, B
AP English A, B
English 11 A, B
ENGL 1101
ENGL 101
AP English A
English 10 A, B
Pre-AP English 10 A, B
English 9 A, B, C
Advanced English 9 A, B, C
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Standard Graduation Route
English 9B
English 10B
English 11B
English 12B
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
English 9A
English 10 A
English 11A
English 12A
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Advanced Track (No College English)
Advanced English 9A
Advanced English 9B
Pre AP English A
Pre AP English B
AP English A
AP English B
English 12A
English 12B
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Advanced English 9A
Pre AP English A
AP English A
ENGL 1101
Dual Credit Track
Advanced English 9B
Pre AP English B
AP English B
ENGL 1102
Advanced English 9A
Pre AP English A
AP English A
ENGL 1102
Associates Track
Advanced English 9B
Pre AP English B
ENGL 1101
ENGL 1110
Advanced English 9A
Pre AP English A
AP English A
ENGL 1102
Early Completers Track
Advanced English 9B
Pre AP English B
ENGL 1101
ENGL 1110
English 9C
Advanced English 9C
Advanced English 9C
ENGL 1110
Advanced English 9C
ENGL 1110/ENGL 1102
Advanced English 9C
ENGL 1110/ENGL 1102
To take ENGL 1102, ISU requires that students take ENGL 1101 through their institution issued class
Students may take ENGL 1110 with any ENGL 101 course
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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SPEECH
1 Trimester Graduation requirement
Speech - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
None
None
Principles and practices of communicating, speaking, and presenting original
speeches in class, and learning to offer constructive comments.
Debate – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
None
$15
Discuss both sides of current issues. Learn skills of argumentation and case
preparation for competitive tournament debate. Extensive reading and research
required for success.
Competitive Debate – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
Debate and consent of instructor
$175 transportation fee to attend tournaments. Hotel fees of $20-25 per overnight
tournaments (3-4 per year)
Sharpen skills in research and argumentation, while improving as speakers, to
successfully compete in tournaments. Extensive reading and research required as
well as weekend participation at tournaments.
Agricultural Personal Skill Development (Agricultural Leadership) – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
Must pass Intro to Agricultural Education
$20 (fee waived for FFA members.)
Ag leadership, citizenship, personal development, employee/employer relations skills.
Students encouraged to join FFA and participate in FFA activities.
COM 101: Fundamentals of Oral Communications (IEN) - Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
3 CSI credits $195 (Subject to change).
Improve communication abilities in a variety of academic, social, personal, and
business settings. Emphasizes communication process, public address, and small
group discussion and listening.
COM 101: Fundamentals of Oral Communications (IDLA) - Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Speech
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
3 CSI credits $195 (Subject to change).
Improve communication abilities in a variety of academic, social, personal, and
business settings. Emphasizes communication process, public address, and small
group discussion and listening.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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HUMANITIES
SOCIAL STUDIES
US History, Economics, and Government are required to graduate.
World History A, B – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Study through perspective of the individual citizen of the time period, while studying
the events that shaped this world. Students relate history with their own lives’.
US History A, B – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
US History
None
None
US History A covers United States history through the Progressive Era. US History B
covers United States history from the Progressive Era to the present.
HIST 1118: US History and Culture A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
US History A and B; Fulfills ISU General Education Goal 7
3.0 overall GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 ISU credits (Subject to change. Fee to be paid by deadline).
Emphasizes the influence of ideology on the origin of the culture of America, and on
how it has affected cultural change through the centuries. Develop critical thinking
skills, especially in relation to the documents that have formed American ideas.
US Government A, B – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Government and Senior Project
None (Must take A before B)
None
Study of the origins, foundations and fundamentals of the United States
Government. The Senior project is completed over the two trimesters of this course.
POLS 101: American National Government A, B – Open to 12 – 3 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
US Government
Overall GPA of 3.0 or instructor permission
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for CWI credits (fee to be paid by deadline).
Introduces the basic concepts and major structural elements of the national
government. Many aspects of American government are introduced and discussed in
a way that will make the study of government more a part of the students’ world.
Student Leadership A, B, C (Student Council) - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Must maintain 3.0 cumulative GPA. Chosen by student body election
$35 Fall Regional’s $150 Spring State Conference
Various functions of student school body activities.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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ECONOMICS
Economics – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Economics
None
None
Macro and Micro economic theories and their application in the United States and
the world as well as a broad base of consumer skills.
Business Economics – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Economics
None
None
Macro and Micro economic theories and their application in the United States and
the world with an emphasis on the economics of organization and business decision
making as well as a broad base of consumer skills.
Agricultural Business and Economics – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Economics
Completion of 3 Agriculture Education courses
None
Introduces agribusiness management in the free Enterprise system. Includes study of
economic principles, budgeting, record keeping, finance, decision making, risk
management, business law, marketing and careers in agribusiness.
ECON 201: Principles of Macroeconomics (IEN) – Open to 12 - 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Economics
Algebra IIC with a B, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 CSI Credits and a $100 required e-book
Macroeconomics is the advanced level of economics. Topics include: measurement
of economic performance, inflation, unemployment, international trade and finance.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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SOCIAL STUDIES/HUMANITIES ELECTIVES
Maximizing Personal Development (Decision Making) – Open to 9
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Personal growth of each teen. Activities to express honest views, without ridicule.
Group and teambuilding activities to demonstrate importance of working together.
Contemporary World Issues– Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Origins of media and the research, discussions and implications of current events.
Holocaust – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
History of anti-Semitism, Hitler’s Third Reich and concentration camps.
HIST 1101: Foundations of Europe – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities - Partially satisfies Objective 6 of the General Education Requirements
GPA of 3.0, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 ISU credits (Subject to change. Fee to be paid by deadline)
Historical development of Europe as a world region since Prehistoric Times, and its
expanding importance in the first global age, to 1700.
HIST 1102: Modern Europe – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities - Partially satisfies Objective 6 of the ISU General Education Requirements
GPA of 3.0, HIST 1101 preferred, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195.00 for 3 ISU credits (Subject to change. Fee to be paid by deadline.)
Europe’s rise and decline as the dominant world region from 1700 to the present.
PSYC 101: General Psychology (IEN) – Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 CSI credits (Subject to change. Fee to be paid by deadline).
Survey course is an introduction to psychology.
SOCY 102: Social Problems – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
Course may be offered for dual credit $65 per credit.
Current social problems and suggests possible means of prevention and/or solution.
Examples: population, poverty, crime, family breakup, inequality, environment,
racial problems, etc.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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FOREIGN LANGUAGE
These courses fulfill Humanities Requirements
French 1A, B - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Basic reading, writing and conversational skills of the French language.
French 2A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
French 1A, B
None
Continuation of French language with cultural emphasis on the French speaking world.
French 3A, B – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
French I and II A, B (students required to have a C to enroll in French 3B)
None (May be taken for dual credit)
Advanced reading, writing and speaking. Students will focus on grammar details. In depth
cultural and current event topics will be explored
FREN 101: Elementary French 1 – Open to 11, 12 - 4 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
3.0 GPA, French I and II A, B
$260 fee for 4 CWI credits
Introduction to college level French, emphasizing oral communication, listening, and writing
skills. Practice basic structures, idioms and situational vocabulary used in conversation.
Spanish 1A, B – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Intro to speaking, reading, writing and understanding the language and culture.
Spanish 2A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Spanish 1A, B
None
Intermediate Spanish, focused on language and culture.
Spanish 3A, B – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Spanish 2 A, B
None
Continuation of Intermediate Spanish, focused on language and culture.
SPAN 101: Elementary Spanish 1 – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 4 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$260 fee for 4 CWI credits
Intro to speaking, reading, writing and understanding the language and culture.
SPAN 102: Elementary Spanish 2 – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 4 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Spanish 1A/B or SPAN 101, and a 3.0 GPA, dual credit registration packet signed
$260 fee for 4 CWI credits
Intermediate Spanish, emphasis on use of language in practical situations.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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FINE ARTS
Art – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
$15, and students are encouraged to bring some art supplies
Understanding of the basic art concepts which are known as the elements and principles of
art. Ability to determine what good art is and what it is not. Understanding the work flow
of an artist daily life and how to create good professional pieces of art. Draw and create
realistic works of art using perspective, head drawing, and how to use value to create form.
Painting – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Must have passed Art with a B or higher
$15, students are encouraged to provide their own paint brushes – see teacher for list.
An advanced level course in painting with an emphasis on developing a greater depth of
understanding of art and application of the Elements of Art and Principles of Design to
their work. Studio experiences include drawing and painting projects. Each student will
demonstrate progress over time by developing a body of work and organizing a portfolio.
Ceramics – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
$15
Historical and contemporary ceramic arts produced by various cultures. Understand
the physical properties of clay; develop hand building and wheel-throwing techniques;
recognize the relationship of function to design. Understand glaze and kiln technology.
Photography – Open to 10, 11, 12 – priority given to upperclassmen
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None. Camera provided. SD card must be provided by student.
$15
Basic skills of digital photography and processing.
Photography 2 – Open to 10, 11, 12 – priority given to upperclassmen
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Must have earned a B in Photography, SD card must be provided by student.
$15
Advance student skills in the areas of learning and functions of Digital SLR cameras,
studio lighting equipment, advancing post- processing skills, developing a concentration
of work, different styles of photography; image stitching, HDR, and creating a portfolio.
Yearbook– A, B, C - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Instructor permission (application must be submitted to instructor)
None
Design and compose the Iliad (RHS Yearbook).
Introduction to Film – Open to 10, 11, 12 – priority given to upperclassmen
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Film as an art form, propaganda, and entertainment. History of film, classifying film
(amateur, theory and genre) and the concepts of Classic, Modern, and Postmodern
ways of analyzing film. Contributions of the elements of film making-screenwriting,
directing, acting, production design, cinematography, editing and sound/music.
Write one-page analytic responses to each film. Create a short video project in which
they apply what they learn. Portfolio includes papers and a glossary of filmic terms.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Drama Stagecraft – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Instills and expands understanding of a variety of design and application practices in
theatre. Further develop skills and techniques, as well as to create designs that
visualize character and enhance the performance in a production. Design for a
variety of theatrical practices including: make-up, costumes, sets, props, lights, etc.
Drama – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
Develop fundamental skills in multiple elements of theatre. Students experience
working as actors, directors, designers, playwrights, and much more.
Drama II – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Drama 1
None
Preparation for acting in full-length plays and for college-level acting classes by
strengthening techniques in movement, improvisation, and playing truthful actions.
Musical Theatre – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Drama 1
None
Preparation for being in a musical and for auditioning for college musical theatre
programs by exploring techniques such as playing truthful actions, movement,
characterization, and performing up-tempo songs, ballads, duets and ensemble songs.
Troyplayers A, B, C – Open to 10, 11, 12,
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
1st Trimester Troyplayers
Humanities
Drama 1 or Drama Stagecraft as well as an audition and instructor’s consent.
$25
Troyplayers – dramatic performance class at Rigby High School
Students make up the cast and crew of the fall play where they will be split-up into
two groups: Performers and Technicians. All students are required to audition for
the show, but not all students perform on-stage. Each group is responsible for
different aspects of the fall play; Performers in the actual performance aspect of the
show and the Technicians in the construction and various technical aspects of the
fall play. Receive exposure to both the performance and technical aspects of theatre.
Requires after school commitments, lifting heavy objects, and power tool use.
2nd Trimester Troyplayers
Study of various theatrical events and practices. Learn about different forms of these
arts and perform them in class. More traditionally structured, compared to 1st
Trimester. In a limited capacity, these students may also assist with minor aspects of
the spring musical.
May involve some lifting of heavy objects, and possible power tool use.
3rd Trimester Troyplayers
Students assist in the spring musical; however this is not their primary function.
Continued look at various aspects of theatre; this not only involves acting, but
further looks at technical theatre and design. Regular activities are blocking, scene
work, beats, design, script analysis and some directing. Students are also be tasked
with running the Troyplayers’ Showcase in May, which serves as this course’s final.
Requires some after school rehearsals/performances.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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MUSIC
NOTE: Band, Choir and Orchestra rehearsals, concerts, festivals, and music performances which
take place outside of scheduled class time are defined as extensions of the formal classroom
instructional program and, as such, require student participation and attendance.
Jazz Band A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content
Humanities
Auditions and approval of instructor are required
None
Held zero hour. Study of Jazz music in a variety of genres.
Percussion Ensemble – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
$25 to cover cost of drum stick purchase and maintenance of equipment
Basics of percussion playing, reading rhythms and maintaining a steady pulse.
Students have opportunity to experience a variety of percussion instruments and
musical styles from concert marches, popular grooves and African styles. Explore
concepts and techniques pioneered by the ensemble STOMP.
Marching Band – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities (possibility of earning a P.E. credit)
None – Previous band experience preferred. Instructor notification for brand new
band students is needed in order to identify proper instrument placement.
1 time $25 fee for all students to cover equipment maintenance and uniform costs
Visual and aural performing art that requires students to play and move as a singular
unit. Students will be challenged with learning traditional and modern music while
learning drill and formations. Performances will consist of parades and field shows.
Concert Band B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None – Previous Band experience preferred. Instructor notification for brand
new band students is needed in order to identify the proper instrument to study
1 time $25 fee for percussion students to cover cost of maintenance
Sight reading and music theory of traditional and non-traditional concert literature.
Wind Ensemble B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Auditions and instructor approval required
1 time $25 fee for percussion students to cover cost of maintenance
Advanced study and performance of music written for wind and percussion. In
addition to a large ensemble experience, students may be required to participate in a
small ensemble and/or solo preparation. Students improve their individual musicianship through the study of their instruments as well as sight-reading and theory.
Acoustic Guitar- Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
$15 for workbook and students must provide their own ACOUSTIC guitar
Beginning Guitar.
Advanced Acoustic Guitar - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Passed Guitar 1 with a B or better, or instructor permission
$15 for workbook and students must provide their own ACOUSTIC guitar
Students will expand knowledge music theory skills from Guitar 1 while learning
various music styles and techniques in both individual and group performance.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Concert Orchestra A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Previous orchestra experience required. Beginners may join if in private lessons.
$25
Study of orchestral arrangements and performance. Sight reading and music theory.
Chamber Orchestra A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Auditions and instructor approval required
$25
Advanced study and performance of music written for string instruments. In
addition to the large ensemble experience, students may be required to participate in
a small ensemble and/or solo preparation. Improve individual musicianship through
the study of their instruments as well as sight-reading and theory.
Women’s Chorus A, B, C - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None, open enrollment (no audition)
None. Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo);
See Director for options.
Students perform at school and community events, and at least one performance per
trimester, with competitions and festivals in the spring. Various styles of music such
as barbershop, classical, pop, and patriotic. Emphasizes development of vocal skills,
ear training, basics of music analysis, theory, listening skills, and sight singing.
Men’s Chorus A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None. Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo); See
Director for options.
A select choir of male singers. Emphasizes development of vocal skills, ear training,
basics of music analysis, theory, listening skills, and sight singing, with particular
attention paid to the changing voice. Various styles of music are studied, including
barbershop, classical, pop, folk and patriotic. Students participate in mandatory
concerts and represent RHS at Regional Festivals and events.
Troylairs A, B, C - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Audition and Director approval required – Auditions are held in spring
$15. Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo); See Director
Intermediate, (SATB) choir. Enrollment in at least 2 trimesters offered is strongly
encouraged. Perform at school and community events, and at least one concert per
trimester, with competitions and festivals in the spring. Various styles of music such
as barbershop, classical, pop and patriotic. Sight-reading and music theory.
Chamber Singers A, B, C – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Audition only
$15 Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo); See Director
A select, (SATB) ensemble of 30-40 students; RHS’s most advanced vocal ensemble.
Emphasizes development of vocal skills, music literacy, theory, basics of music
analysis, sight singing, music listening skills, and music history. Singers are vocally
challenged through an advanced level of singing and complex harmonies from choral
music from Medieval Period up to 20th Century atonal compositions. Participate in
mandatory concerts and represent RHS at Regionals and other Festivals. In addition
to the regular concerts and department events, it is the obligation of the members in
this group to participate in annual tours. Participation in full year is required.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Jazz Choir A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Select mixed ensemble of 16 students by audition only.
$15. Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo); See Director
Held during the zero hour, students are expected to concurrently enroll in one of the
other choirs during the traditional school day; exceptions by director approval.
Emphasizes development of vocal skills, music literacy, analysis and history as they
pertain to the jazz genre, with special attention paid to performance techniques and
traditions unique to jazz. Participate in mandatory concerts and represent RHS at
Festivals. This group makes guest appearances for many community events and
fundraisers. Students are expected participate in this course throughout the whole
year, with limited exceptions granted by director.
Handbell Choir A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
Director approval required – Auditions are held in spring
None. Students responsible to obtain concert uniform (dress or tuxedo)
Performance based class with at least one performance per trimester. Course for
those seeking to explore and utilize the technique and repertoire of English
handbells. Emphasizes development of basics in music analysis, theory, listening
skills, and sight reading. Enrollment in at least 2 trimesters is strongly encouraged.
Music Appreciation – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
None
None
General music class for all students that provides a broad overview of musical
structure, genres and world issues. Students will be exposed to various popular music
works from the 1930’s to the present, and challenged to explore the cultural and
societal influences that helped shape the development and direction of our popular
media.
MUSC 1100: Intro to Music (IEN) – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Humanities
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$65 per credit – additional college fees may be required
Explore western music through listening and study of the history of our musical
heritage. The goal is to increase students’ knowledge and enjoyment of music through
the mediums of listening, lectures, on-line course work, special projects, text, and
concert attendance.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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MATHEMATICS
6 credits required. Minimum: 2 Algebra, 2 Geometry, and 2 credits Senior year
Algebra I A, B, C – Open to 9, 10, 11
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Placement test
None
Apply basic mathematical principles to higher-order skills such as graphing linear
functions, solving multi-step equations, factoring quadratic expressions, and
performing computations on radical expressions.
Geometry A, B – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Algebra I
None
Algebra review, study logical proofs, parallelism, perpendicularity, congruence,
polygons, areas and volumes.
Algebra II A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Algebra I and Geometry completed with a C or better
None. Graphing calculators provided.
Second-year algebra concepts and expansion of Algebra I concepts and skills.
Trigonometry – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Algebra I, and Geometry with a grade of C or better
None
Trigonometric ratios defined geometrically and algebraically through circular
functions.
Pre-Calculus – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with a grade of C or better.
None
3rd-year concepts and expansion of algebra, including in-depth study of functions.
[Statistics] – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Math
Algebra II with C or better
None
Data collection, organization, and analysis through graphs, charts, tables, and surveys.
Financial Algebra A, B – Open only to Seniors
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Complete Geometry, preferred completion of Algebra II
None
Understanding and using effective algebra concepts for money management, making
responsible consumer choices, credit and debts, saving and investments,
employment and income issues, and understanding taxation.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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MATHEMATICS DUAL CREDIT
MATH 143: College Algebra A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Algebra II with C and Compass Algebra score of 62
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 CSI credits (Subject to change. Fee to be paid by deadline).
Fundamental concepts of algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and graphs,
polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations
and inequalities, conic sections, and binomial theorem.
MATH 144: Trigonometry – Open to 11, 12 – 2 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
MATH 143 with a grade of a C or better, or a Compass College Algebra score of 52.
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$130 for 2 CSI credits (Subject to change. Fee must be paid by deadline).
Fundamental concepts of trigonometry, graphs, identities, conditional equations,
right and non-right triangle applications, inverse functions, complex numbers
including DeMoivre’s Theorem, polar coordinates and equations, and parametric
equations.
Calculus A, B – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Pre-Calculus, and Trigonometry with a C
None
The basics of 1st year calculus, including limits, differentiation and integration.
AP Calculus AB A, B, C – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Pre-Calculus, and Trigonometry with a C
Those taking the AP must incur the cost of the test
The basics of 1st year calculus, including limits, differentiation and integration.
MATH 1170: Calculus A, B, C – Open to 11, 12 – 4 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry and all prerequisites and an overall 3.0 GPA.
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
23 ACT in math, 640 SAT in math or 51 Compass Trigonometry
$260 for 4 ISU credits.
Basics of 1st year Calculus, including limits, differentiation and integration.
MATH 1153: Statistics A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Senior math
Pre-Calculus with a C, a 3.0 GPA, 23 ACT in math, 540 SAT in math, or 47 Compass
College Algebra, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$5 and $195 for 3 ISU credits.
Data collection, organization, and analysis through graphs, charts, tables, and surveys.
Descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing for one
and two parameters. Emphasis on applications to a wide variety of disciplines.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Standard Graduation Route
Algebra 1 A/Algebra Essentials A
Algebra 1 B/ Algebra Essentials B
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra II A (recommended)
Algebra II B (recommended)
Financial Algebra A/Statistics
Financial Algebra B
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
College Prep, but no College Math Courses
Algebra 1 A
Algebra 1 B
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
Pre-Calculus/MATH 143A
Trigonometry/MATH 143B
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Algebra 1 through Calculus/DE Stats
Algebra 1 A
Algebra 1 B
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
Calc A or Dual Credit STATS A
Calc B or Dual Credit STATS B
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Typical ‘Advanced’ Student
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
Pre-Calculus/MATH 143A
Trigonometry/Math 143B
Dual Credit CALC A or STATS A
Dual Credit CALC B or STATS B
Alg 1C/Essentials
Algebra 1C
MATH 144
Algebra 1 C
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Calculus C
(Trigonometry)
MATH 144
Calculus C
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Pre-Planning, Ambitious ‘Advanced’ Student
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
Calculus A
Calculus B
Dual Credit Stats A
Dual Credit Stats B
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Late-Planning, Ambitious ‘Advanced’ Student
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
Pre-Calculus or MATH 143 A
Trigonometry or MATH 143 B
Dual Credit STATS A AND Calculus A Dual Credit STATS B AND Calculus B
MATH 144
Calculus C
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Every College Credit ‘Advanced’ Student
Geometry A
Geometry B
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
MATH 143 A
MATH 143 B
Dual Credit STATS A AND Calculus A Dual Credit STATS B AND Calculus B
MATH 144
Calculus C
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Calculus C
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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SCIENCE
4 lab classes and 2 non-lab classes to graduate
Physical Science A, B – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 – Geared towards 9th graders
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Non-lab science
None
None
Introduction to chemistry and physics.
[Advanced Physical Science A, B ] – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Geared toward 9th graders
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Non-lab science
th
94% or better in 8 grade Math and Science courses
None
In depth introduction to chemistry and physics.
Biology A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
All areas of life sciences. Cell structures, microscope use, classification, evolution,
genetics, Scientific Method, and the human body.
AP Biology/BIOL 1101/BIOL 1102 - Open to 11, 12 - 8 ISU Credits (full year course)
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Successful completion of general biology with a C or better, 3.0 GPA
Dual Credit: $65 per college credit, plus a possible lab fee as required by ISU.
AP Biology: Examination Fee, minimum of $82
Introduction to the principles and processes that apply to living systems, including a
broad range of current biological issues.
Forensic Science – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Application of science to criminal justice system. Major topics include processing a
crime scene, collecting and preserving evidence, identifying types of physical
evidence, organic and inorganic analysis of evidence, hair, fibers, and paint,
toxicology, arson and explosion investigation, DNA and fingerprint analysis.
Genetics – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Successful completion of Biology with a C or better
None
Principles of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell genetics. Emphasis is placed on the
molecular basis of heredity, chromosome structure, patterns of Mendelian and nonMendelian inheritance, evolution, and biotechnological applications.
Anatomy and Physiology A, B / BIOL 3301 – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits available
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Biology A, B with grade of B+; or written permission from instructor and 3.0 GPA.
Must have dual credit registration packet signed if taking the dual credit course.
$195 for those students take the course for dual credit
Study of human body structure and function, including the neuromuscular
skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, reproductive and other
organ systems. Designed for health sciences and physical education students.
Transfers to ISU as PE 2243 Anatomical and Physiological Foundations of Human Activity and Function.
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Chemistry A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Geometry passed with at least a B or instructor approval and Physical Science
None
Study of atomic structure, basic chemical relationships. Highly recommended for
students interested in careers in science, medicine, or engineering.
CHEM 1100: Architecture of Matter A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 4 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Physical Science, Algebra II with a grade of a B or instructor approval.
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$65 per credit, plus additional $20 lab fee and cost of college textbook
Emphasizes the fundamental role the molecular world plays in our daily lives. By
clearly identifying and explaining connections between the molecular and microscopic
worlds, the class helps us understand major scientific, technological, and
environmental issues affecting our society today.
Physics A, B – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Physical Science, Algebra II with a grade of a B or instructor approval
None
Mechanics, sound, light, quantum theory, and nuclear physics.
Highly recommended for students interested in careers in science or engineering.
Geology – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Non-lab science
None
None (is available as dual credit course costing $65 per credit)
Introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include; rocks, minerals,
volcanoes, fluvial processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and coastal
dynamics. Discuss the processes that shaped the earth over the course of its history.
GEOL 1101: Physical Geology – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Non-lab science
3.0 GPA
$65 per credit to ISU.
Geological fundamentals: rocks and minerals, geologic time, plate tectonics,
earthquakes, volcanoes, surface processes, earth resources and climate change.
Environmental Science
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Agricultural/industrial chemical issues, habitat preservation/restoration, remediation
of damaged resources, conservation practices, environmental law and current issues.
Botany/Horticulture Plant Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Examines importance of plant cell structure and functions, plant processes, vascular
plants, roots, stems, leaves, flowers and reproduction of plants. Prepares students to
produce greenhouse/nursery plants and to maintain plant growth.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Botany/Plant and Soil Science - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Examines importance of plant cell structure, functions of cells, plant processes,
vascular plants, roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and reproduction.
Botany/Range Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Environmental issues including soil, water, air, plant and animal cohabitation, GPS
and GIS mapping. Exposure to careers in Soil and Water Conservation, Bureau of
Land Management and the Forest Service.
Zoology/Equine Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Develop knowledge and skills pertaining to nutrition, reproduction, diseases,
breeding, genetics, anatomy, physiology and training of horses.
Zoology/Science of Animal Nutrition – Open 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Provide learning experiences for students in areas of animal nutrition and physiology.
Zoology/Fish and Wildlife Science– Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Environmental Science
Additional costs for field trips may be incurred
Identify local wildlife species, resolve wildlife management issues, and understand the
biological, ecological, and environmental aspects involved in the wildlife industry.
Zoology/Science of Animal Reproduction – Open 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Provides learning experiences in animal reproduction and physiology.
Veterinary Sciences – Open 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
Completed two zoology classes
None
Learn more about careers related to animals, such as veterinarians or vet technicians.
Current trends, career exploration and student leadership are critical components.
Topics: tissue, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, digestive, and reproductive systems.
Food Science and Nutrition – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Helps students understand specific facts and principles of food science, safety and
nutritional components of food. Non-repeatable.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Physical Science A, B
Advanced Physical
Science A, B
Geology
AP Biology
A, B, C
Biology A, B
Anatomy and
Physiology A, B
Genetics
Forensic
Science
Chemistry
CHEM
1100
Standard Graduation Route
Freshman
Physical Science A
Physical Science B
Sophomore Biology A
Biology B
Junior
Other Science A
Other Science B
Senior
Other Science A (Recommended)
Other Science B (Recommended)
College Prep, but No College Science Classes
Freshman
Physical Science A
Physical Science B
Sophomore Biology A
Biology B
Junior
Chemistry A or Physics A
Chemistry B or Physics B
Senior
Anatomy and Physiology A
Anatomy and Physiology B
College Prep-Medical
Freshman
Physical Science A
Physical Science B
Sophomore Biology A
Biology B
Junior
Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Senior
Dual Credit Chemistry A or Biology A
Dual Credit Chemistry B or Biology B
Dual Credit Biology C
College Prep-Science, Math, Engineering
Freshman
Physical Science A
Physical Science B
Sophomore Biology A
Biology B
Junior
Chemistry A or Physics A
Chemistry B or Physics B
Senior
Dual Credit Chemistry A
Dual Credit Chemistry B
Freshman
Physical Science A
Sophomore Biology A
Junior
Senior
Dual Credit Chemistry A and Dual
Credit Anatomy and Physiology A
Dual Credit Biology A
Every College Credit
Physical Science B
Biology B
Dual Credit Chemistry B and Dual
Credit Anatomy and Physiology B
Dual Credit Biology B
Dual Credit Biology C
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
2 PE and 1 Health class required to graduate
Only 1 PE credit may be earned per trimester
Health – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Health
None
None
Promotes desirable health attitudes and behavior.
HLT 155: Health and Wellness (IEN) – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CSI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Health
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$ 195 for 3 CSI credits
Overview of current health topics relevant to students. Stimulates awareness of
personal health decisions and their relationship to optimal self-care patterns and
lifestyles. Mandatory course for completion of Associates Degree.
Previously listed in the course catalog as PHYE 155. This was a collegiate course title change across the state.
Aerobics – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
Designed to get the students up and moving. Aerobic exercise (cardio) is physical
exercise of relatively low intensity. Includes: dance aerobics, running, walking,
circuit training, stairs, and many others.
Bootcamp – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
High intensity fitness class. Exercise by doing various types of calisthenics and
running activities. Provides several fitness challenges that test students physically.
Lifetime Sports – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
Introduction to a wide variety of team and individual sports and activities that one
might encounter in an intramural sports program at the college level or to
participate in as an adult to promote lifetime fitness.
Personal Fitness – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
Become fit through exercise. Participate in a number of aerobic and anaerobic
workouts, weight training workouts, games, and other activities to achieve goals.
Strength and Conditioning I Boys – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
Muscular strength and cardiovascular training and endurance.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Strength and Conditioning II Boys – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
B in Strength and Conditioning I
None
More intensive strength and cardiovascular training.
Strength and Conditioning I Girls – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
None
None
Strength and cardiovascular training.
Strength and Conditioning II Girls – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
B in Strength and Conditioning I
None
More intensive strength and cardiovascular training.
HACT 115: Beginning Strength Training – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 1 CWI Credit
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Physical Education
3.0 GPA, or instructor approval. Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$65 per credit
Students will learn the correct techniques, principles, and progressions of weight
training to gain strength, muscle tone, and core stability.
Athletic Teams - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Fees: $175 spirit pack and other fees may be assessed per sport.
Students MAY earn PE or Elective credit for participation in athletic teams.
FALL SPORTS
Cheerleading
Dance Team
Football
Boys Soccer
Girls Soccer
Cross Country
Swim Team
Volleyball
WINTER SPORTS
Cheerleading
Dance Team
Wrestling
Girls Basketball
Boys Basketball
SPRING SPORTS
Baseball
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Golf
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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PROFESSIONAL-TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Professional Technical Education programs educate students to be college and career-ready and prepare
them for high-wage, high-demand career fields. Students will gain skills and experience needed to succeed
in the jobs of the future. PTE courses provide students with technical skills, knowledge, and attitudes
necessary for successful performance in a highly effective workplace.
AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
The Agricultural curriculum is designed for students who want to pursue a general agriculture course of
study with an emphasis in one specific area such as animal science, plant science and horticulture,
agricultural mechanics, or acquire general knowledge. Suggested courses of study may be obtained
from an instructor. Students strongly encouraged to join The National FFA organization. A Supervised
Agricultural Experience (SAE) is required. It may be production (raising crops or animals), employment
(having a job), exploratory (extended job shadow), or research area. Students are required to maintain
records. Related management experiences are learned and practiced in conjunction with related
course curriculum.
Intro to Agricultural Education- Open to 9, 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Introduction to agriculture, business and all phases of the agricultural industry.
Intro to Livestock Industry – Open to 9, 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Principles of evaluation and selection of beef, swine, sheep, horse and dairy
animals. Understand the parts of these animals and management practices
associated with their species. Emphasizes value of livestock projects and uses an
online record keeping system.
Intro to the Agricultural Plant Industry – Open to 9, 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Examines soil and plant relationships that affect the production of food and fiber.
Includes: plant anatomy, soils, irrigation land judging, plants, crop and weed
identification, diseases, insects and chemicals.
Applied Livestock Management- Open 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Successful completion of Intro to Livestock Industry and Zoology/Equine Science
None
Develop skills involved with the management and responsible ownership of horses.
Includes: reproduction, feeds and feeding, health, training, tack and equipment,
facilities and business management.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Floral Design and Marketing– Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Botany/Horticulture Plant Science
None
Develop skills in floriculture and techniques used to develop and complete a variety of
retail items normally sold in a retail florist business. Gain and maintain skills for
employment in the retail florist industry.
Applied Greenhouse Nursery Management – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Botany/Horticulture Plant Science
None
Greenhouse and nursery operation and management. Develop and conduct
experiments, solve issues regarding growth and propagating of nursery plants, and
operate greenhouse facilities.
Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
$25 and students provide coveralls, gloves and safety glasses
Basic mechanical theory and skills. Develop skills in electricity, plumbing, concrete,
surveying, metal working and welding processes. Emphasizes safety and proper use
of tools and equipment.
Agricultural Welding - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Introduction to Agriculture Mechanics
$25 and students provide coveralls, gloves and safety glasses
Develop skill in selection, operation, and maintenance of small air-cooled engines
and the welding process.
Agricultural Fabrication - Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Agricultural Welding
$25 and students provide coveralls, gloves and safety glasses
Metal equipment assembly and joining process. Repeatable
Please view the designated science, economics and speech sections of this course catalog for an extensive
list and description of science and speech courses offered from the Agricultural Education Department.
Agricultural Business and Economics – Open to 12
Agricultural Personal Skill Development (Agricultural Leadership) – Open to 10, 11, 12
Botany/Horticulture Plant Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Botany/Plant and Soil Science - Open to 10, 11, 12
Botany/Range Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Environmental Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Veterinary Sciences – Open 11, 12
Zoology/Equine Science – Open to 10, 11, 12
Zoology/Fish and Wildlife Science– Open to 10, 11, 12
Zoology/Science of Animal Nutrition – Open 10, 11, 12
Zoology/Science of Animal Reproduction – Open 10, 11, 12
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Intro to Agricultural
Education
Agricultural Personal
Skill Development
(Ag Leadership)
Intro to Livestock
Industry
Applied Livestock
Mangement
Zoology/Equine
Science
Zoology/Science of
Animal Nutrition
Zoology/Science of
Animal Reproduction
Environmental
Science
Veterinary Science
Students must have
successfully
completed minimum
of 3 Zoology courses
to take Vet. Science
Zoology/Fish and
Wildlife Science
Botany/Plant and Soil
Science
Floral Design and
Marketing
Botany/Horticulture
Plant Science
Botany/Range
Science
Introduction to
Agricultural
Mechanics
Applied Greenhouse
Nursery Management
Agricultural Welding
Students must have successfully completed minimum of 3
Agricultural Education courses to take the Agricultural
Business and Economics course for Seniors.
Agricultural
Fabrication
Agricultural Business
and Economics
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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BUSINESS AND MARKETING
Designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the business world or for further studies in
business, technical or college programs. Business courses fulfill elective and multimedia requirement.
Gaining Employability Skills with Excel – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 – Designed for 9th grade students
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None
In today’s workplace, Microsoft Excel is “the” tool for working with data. In this
introductory course, you will gain the skills needed to create Excel worksheets,
develop formulas, and apply sophisticated formatting to capture the present data.
You will also have the opportunity to earn a Microsoft Excel certification.
Business Computer Applications I – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 – Designed for 9th grade students
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None
Advanced application of MS Office with the ability to earn Microsoft Word certification.
CISA 101: Computer Literacy Skill – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia / Associates Degree computer literacy test if completed with above 70%
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 CWI credits ($65 per credit hour)
Overview of computer hardware, operating systems, and Office software applications
with the ability to earn a Microsoft Word certification.
Publishing/Graphic Design – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None
Industry standard graphic design skills utilizing Publisher, Photoshop, and
Illustrator software as well as Animoto and iMovie utilizing iPads.
Advanced Publishing/Graphic Design 2 – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None
Advanced study of the principles of design, utilizing industry standard programs
including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Web Page Design I - Introduction - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Number:
Prerequisite:
Requirement filled:
Fee:
Content:
2410
None
Multimedia
None
Utilize the latest industry standards in graphical applications for web development. A
number of applications are examined and used to provide rapid web development skills .
Video Game Design – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None
Theory of video game design through teamwork. Topics: teamwork; gaming;
computerized gaming; evolution of gaming; artistic aspects of perspective, design, and
animation; collision theory; and program logic. Participate in simulations of a real video
game design team, seeing projects from origination to fruition.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Introduction to Computer Programming – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
Must have passed Algebra I with a 73% or higher
None
Computer science, programming concepts, and programming. Design, enter, compile,
run, and debug programs and gain understanding of how to break up large
programming tasks into small, solvable parts to create effective working programs.
Advanced Computer Programming – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
Introduction to Computer Programming
None
Develop skills in current Java programming environment. Control structures, objects,
classes, inheritance, simple data structures, basic concepts of software development,
basic data structures such as lists, stacks and queues, binary trees, and hash tables,
recursion, common algorithms such as searching and sorting, and programming.
Business Administration – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Banking and finance; the role of government in business, leadership, consumerism,
credit, investment, and management; a brief overview of the American economic
system and opportunities in secretarial, accounting, and related fields. Apply skills to
develop job-getting tools including resumes, letters of application, portfolios.
Demonstrate and use basic interview skills. Students encouraged to join BPA.
Business Law/Ethics Applications (Street Law) – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Overview of Criminal and Civil Law, contracts and ethics. Discussions on famous
and infamous criminal and civil cases. Participation in a mock trial.
Stock Market/Other Investment Strategies – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Participate in classroom competitions to see who can make the most money from the
stock market. Explore various money management skills, stocks, bonds and other
financial investment strategies.
Business Ownership/Entrepreneurship – Open to 10, 11, 12
Course Number:
Prerequisite:
Requirement filled:
Fee:
Content:
2730
None
Multimedia
None
Design and create your own business from the ground up. Blended learning
environment utilizing various types of software and iPad apps.
BUSA 101: Introduction to Business – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
3.0 GPA, Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$195 for 3 CWI credits
Design and create your own business from the ground up. Blended learning
environment utilizing various types of software and iPad apps.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Sports and Entertainment Marketing – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Learn art of marketing through sports and entertainment markets. Computers and
iPads are used to create various marketing campaigns.
Accounting I – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Basic accounting principles required to operate a successful sole proprietorship business.
Accounting II – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Accounting I
None
Continuation of Accounting I and the basic accounting principles to operate a
merchandising business. Students may receive Tech Prep credit upon completion.
The Company – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 period class
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
One other business course (preferred pre-requisite for Office and Counseling Aides)
None
A simulated business environment. Explore business and marketing competencies
and developing skills in the areas of: general business principles, leadership, business
law, accounting principles, technology, salesmanship, marketing, entrepreneurship,
human relations, public speaking, business communications, keyboarding, career
awareness, applications, and job seeking skills. Obtain actual management experience
to put on resumes and be trained to a master level in Business Leadership, Business
Communication, Information Management, and build an impressive job portfolio of
competency certificates to guarantee knowledge and skills to employers and/or
colleges. Opportunity to complete IC3 certification or Microsoft Office Specialist
certification and distinguish yourself in today’s job market.
Video Editing Technology – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Multimedia
None
None – students provide a 4GB flash drive
For students who wish to pursue careers in the broadcast industry and telecommunications fields. Make videos and edit material to make a comprehensive
presentation on specific topics. Common tape formats and digital applications with
emphasis on commercial applications. Storyboarding and script development are
integral components. May be involved in doing the morning announcements.
Career Exploration and Employment – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None (A prerequisite course for work-based learning)
None
Opportunity to explore different career choices. Resume, application form,
interviewing, follow-up and thank you letters.
Work Based Learning – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Career Exploration and Employment and work release form signed by parent
None
Allows students who have a job to receive high school credit for every 70 hours worked.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Designed to assist students with the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of every-day living. Our
unique focus is on families, work and relationships. The classes focus on; food and nutrition, relationships
and parenting, child development and guidance, housing, resource management, apparel, textiles,
consumer education and related occupations.
Teen Living A – Open 9, 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None, A and B do not need to be taken in order (non-repeatable)
None
Introduction to nutrition and foods, sewing, self-management, and money
management.
Teen Living B – Open 9, 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None, A and B do not need to be taken in order (non-repeatable)
None
Introduction to communication, peer and family relationships, interior design and
child development.
Adult Living – Open 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Personal development, communication, relationships, self-esteem and life skills.
Parent and Child Development – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Concepts of teaching Pre-School: parenting skills, child growth and development.
Early Child Professions A – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Parent and Child Development
None
Emphasizes teaching young children and careers in early childhood professions.
Early Child Professions B – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Elective
Prerequisite:
Parent and Child Development and Early Child Professions A
Fee:
None
Content:
Emphasizes teaching young children and careers in early childhood professions.
Early Child Professions A, B and Parent Child Development to receive 3 ISU credits.
Fashion and Textiles I – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Fashion and Textiles I is a prerequisite for Fashion and Textiles II.
None
Selection, care and construction (sewing) of clothing and accessories.
Fashion and Textiles II (Fashion and Design Merchandizing) – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Fashion and Textiles I
None
Selection, care and construction (sewing) of clothing and accessories.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Nutrition and Foods – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Food preparation, nutrition and personal lifestyle. Non-Repeatable
Food Science and Nutrition – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Lab science
None
None
Helps students understand specific facts and principles of food science, safety and
nutritional components of food. Non-Repeatable
Food Production Management & Service (Intro to Culinary Arts) – Open to 11, 12 – 2 period class
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Nutrition and Foods and Food Science and Nutrition
None
Emphasizes professional food preparation techniques, business management and
employability skills. Test for food handlers certificate.
Students may receive 5 CSI credits upon completion of this course, plus 3 credits if ServSafe test is passed.
Food Production Management & Service B (Advanced Culinary Arts) – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Nutrition and Foods, Food Science and Culinary Arts A, with teacher recommendation
None
Capstone class for Culinary Arts Program, focuses on professional skills, competition,
and workplace readiness.
Housing, Interiors, and Furnishings – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Design principles as they relate to housing. Buying and other housing issues, interior
decorating and design.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Teen Living A
(9th-10th )
Adult Living
(11th-12th)
Teen Living B
(9th-10th)
Fashion & Textiles I
(10th-12th)
Fashion & Textiles II
(10th-12th)
Housing, Interiors, &
Furnishings
(10th-12th)
Parent & Child
Development
(10th-12th)
Nutrition & Foods
(10th-12th)
Food Science &
Nutrition
(10th-12th)
Early Childhood
Professions A
(10th-12th)
Early Childhood
Professions B
(11th-12th)
Food Production
Management
Culinary Arts A
(11th-12th)
Food Production
Management
Culinary Arts B
(11th-12th)
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[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
These courses include Automotive Technology, Construction, Engineering, and Cabinet Making
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Fundamentals of Technology I, II Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Technology I: Shop Based
Elective
Both trimesters preferred, do not need to be taken in order
None
Principles and skills used in subsequent technology courses.
Basic shop skills are explored, build models, and apply creative problem solving
methods. Emphasizes accessing and communicating information, using simple and
complex tools in a safe manner, and increasing awareness of the historical and
contemporary implications of technology.
Technology II: Computer Based
Sketch solutions to problems, create technical drawings and presentations, build
models, and apply creative problem solving methods. Computer-aided graphics,
design software, and computer-aided manufacturing.
Introduction to Robotics - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Fundamentals of Technology I and II or instructor permission
None
Design, use and technology of robots commonly found in industrial and consumer
applications. Design model robots using mechanical devices and explore computer
controlled applications. Applications of specialized materials and composites are
studied to determine structural and durability characteristics. Electronic
components devices are studied and used in model development. Basic
programming languages.
Intro to CADD I: (Drafting) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
None
Emphasis is placed on the application of computer software in solving basic
architectural, structural, electronic or mechanical drafting problems. The course
assists individuals in making meaningful occupational and educational choices. Basic
technical information and laboratory experiences directly related to the operation
and application of computer software is provided in a hands-on approach.
CADD II: (3D Solid Modeling) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Intro to CADD I
None
Create ideas such as artificial heart components, extreme sports equipment, hip
replacement parts, robotic arm components, musical instruments and their parts and
others. 3D printing will be used to solve problems and expand the learning process.
CADD III: (3D Architectural Drafting) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Intro to CADD I
None
Communications Systems: the basic skills that support the fields of architectural
development. Architectural drawings include assignments that relate to residential,
light commercial, marine and aerospace-related structures.
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*Computer Integrated Manufacturing – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Fundamentals of Technology II
None
A course that applies principles of robotics and automation. The course builds on
computer solid modeling skills developed in Fundamentals of Technology II.
Students use CNC equipment to produce actual models of their three-dimensional
designs. Fundamental concepts of robotics used in automated manufacturing, and
design analysis are included.
*Design for Manufacturing – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Intro to CADD I
None
Teaches general manufacturing techniques. Calculations and analysis tools are used
to design and redesign student’s concepts. This course applies and integrates ideas
that have been generated in other courses and generates life size models and
prototypes. Industry standard software and machinery are used to manufacture
student’s ideas with verification programs to determine the ability for a plan to be
mass produced.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Automotive Technology I A - Open to 10
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
None
$25
Introduction of basic automotive service. Safety, tools, vehicle systems and careers.
Lecture/demonstration. Offered once each trimester. Top 30 students from all
classes combined go on to Auto Tech II.
Automotive Technology II A, B, C - Open to 11
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Automotive Tech IA plus consent of instructor
$25
Skills required to diagnose and repair electrical systems, brakes, engines, steering
and suspension systems.
Automotive Technology III A, B, C – Open to 12 - 2 period class
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Automotive Tech II A, B, C and consent of instructor
$25
Separated into a section of lecture and section of lab. Skills to diagnose and repair
advanced electrical systems, engine performance systems, drive trains, computerized
engine control and HVAC and emission systems.
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CONSTRUCTION
Cabinet Making Level I - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content
Elective
None
None
Competencies essential to the cabinetmaking industry. Safety practices, tool and
equipment utilization, identification of building materials, fasteners and hardware,
basic math, communication, blueprint reading, and culminating construction of
cabinets.
Cabinet Making Level II - Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Cabinet Making Level I with a grade of a B or better
None
Project-based course to develop in-depth knowledge and skills related to safety,
manual and power tools, the construction industry in America, math application,
communication, and blue print reading. Develop competencies essential to the
carpentry and cabinetmaking industry. Fasteners and hardware, employability skills,
customer relations, and entrepreneurship.
Residential/Building Construction Level I - Open to 9, 10, 11
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content
Elective
None
None
Interest in building construction as a possible vocation. Basic drafting and design of
home building will be taught using AutoCAD Revit. Students will design a house
using specific criteria. The students will then use that drawing for basic residential
frame construction of a ¾ scale home. Hand and machine tool use, math application,
communication, and blue print reading. Develop essential competencies and
employability skills in carpentry.
Residential/Building Construction Level II – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Residential/Building Construction I; must have passed with a B or better
None
Continue on from designing to scale model building. Students will learn building
techniques used in the industry. This may include building a shed, house or
something similar in a hands on approach. Basic knowledge of building and framing
will be addressed.
[ Residential/Building Construction Level III – Open to 11, 12 ]
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Residential/Building Construction II passed with a B or better
None
Capstone course for program held in trimester 1. In depth occupation and career
experiences in residential carpentry and building construction, residential frame
construction on full size buildings.
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Fundamentals of
Technology I
Fundamentals of
Technology II
Introduction to
Robotics
Intro to CADD I
(Drafting)
*Computer
Integrated
Manufacturing
CADD II
(3D Solid Modeling)
CADD III
(3D Architectural
Drafting)
*Design for
Manufacturing
Cabinet Making I
Cabinet Making II
Residential
Construction I
Residential
Construction II
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HEALTHCARE EDUCATION
Fundamentals of Health Professions - IDLA – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
2.5 overall GPA
None
Internet course taken at RHS during the regular school day covering careers and
communications in Allopathic Health Care; the Health Care Industry; CPR, and
Anatomy and Physiology, legal responsibilities, infection control, safety, wellness
and nutrition. Provides the fundamental knowledge that is common to all health
professions. Requires excellent attendance and discipline to work independently.
Students may receive credit from EITC upon satisfactory completion of this course.
Medical Terminology - IDLA – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Overall GPA of 2.5
None
Internet course taken at RHS during the regular school day that teaches medical
terminology according to each body system and provides the fundamental knowledge
that is common to all health professions. Requires excellent attendance and discipline
to work independently.
Students may receive credit from EITC upon satisfactory completion of this course.
HCA 1110: Introduction to Allied Health Professions (IEN) - Open to 10, 11, 12 - 3 ISU PTE Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective, This course transfers as a PTE credit to ISU, and an elective to other schools
3.0 GPA, (serves as prerequisite for Nursing Assistant course)
$65 per credit
Provides a broad understanding of the healthcare system and an introduction to the
roles of various members of the health team. Current trends in healthcare delivery
are briefly discussed. Selected moral, ethical, and legal medical dilemmas are included.
Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Open to 11, 12 – 2 period class
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Fundamentals of Health Professions/HCA 1110 with a B and Overall 2.5 GPA.
American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR certification
$85 total for each State written and skills exam, and for Clinical Insurance. Students
pay for required background check and must provide for their own scrubs, tennis
shoes, verification of current immunizations, T.B. skin check, transportation to the
clinical settings, and watch with a second hand.
Prepares students for beginning employment as nursing assistants in nursing homes,
hospitals, and other medical settings. Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology,
care of the patient, and assisting as a member of the health care team. Required
clinicals involve evening hours. Students must commit. Successful completion
qualifies students to test for the Idaho State Board of Nursing Registry for Nursing
Assistant. Must be age 16 to sit for the certification exam.
Student may receive college credit with at least a B through Tech Prep from EITC.
Pharmacy Technician I, II – Open to 12 – Full Year Program
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
priority given to those who have taken Anatomy and Physiology with higher GPA’s
Fees determined by Compass Academy
Prepares students for beginning employment as a Pharmacy Technician under the
supervision of the pharmacists in pharmacies, hospitals and other settings. Successful
completion qualifies the student to take the Pharmacy Technician Certifying Board
certification exam. Includes pharmaceutical terminology, drug identification,
measurement techniques, record keeping, business operations, prescription preparation,
logistics and dispensing operations and applicable standards and regulations.
Students take the pre-requisite courses first and must receive a C to continue. Tech Prep credit may be granted by EITC.
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EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
CSC 105: College Study Skills – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 NIC Credits
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, student must be extremely self-motivated
Must have dual credit registration packet signed
$65 per credit – additional college fees may be required
Instruction to practical study techniques essential for academic success. Emphasizes
managing time, note taking, reading efficiently, and preparing for and taking exams.
Tutoring Practicum I – Open to 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
Counselor or program coordinator’s permission and excellent attendance record.
2.5 GPA. No major discipline issues. Open to those who did not lose credit due to
absenteeism in the previous trimester.
None
Assist elementary and middle students under supervision of teacher on site.
Middle school practicum focuses on assisting Spanish-speaking students.
Counseling Aide – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, clean high school attendance and discipline record and counseling office
approval. Application must be submitted. Participation in “The Company” preferred
None
Trainees in the business world. Help the daily functioning of the Counseling Office
by supporting the counselors and secretary. Must be proactive and respectful.
Library Aide – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, librarian approval
None
Library aides will have the responsibility of monitoring and managing the front desk.
This includes checking books and materials out to students and staff as well as
checking books in and shelve them by sections. Other duties include; delivering
notes to classes for book holds and library fines, sorting and managing their assigned
book area, and light cleaning duties every other Friday.
Office Aide – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, clean High School attendance and discipline record and office approval
None
Work directly under the principal’s secretary performing tasks required for the daily
functioning of the administration’s office.
Teacher Aide – Open to 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Elective
3.0 GPA, Teacher written approval, and have passed the teacher’s course with a B
None
Consists of, but not limited, to assisting teachers with managerial and tutoring tasks.
Advisory – Mandatory for 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
Earn 1 Elective credit for a full year of Advisory
None
None
Supports students’ academic, career and personal-social developmental needs. Through
establishing a personal relationship with an adult who serves as an advocate. Helps
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students make course work relevant to future college and career plans and addresses
social and relationship issues specific to grade level.
NON-CREDIT RELEASE TIME
Students are not allowed to have Seminary and School Release in the same trimester.
Release Time A, B – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
None
None
None
Seminary.
School Release – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
None
Parent Signature and students must have all graduation requirements in their schedules
None
Official parent release time program, or for special situations required by parent.
Completed Requirements – Open to 12
Requirement filled:
Prerequisite:
Fee:
Content:
None
Parent Signature and students must have all graduation requirements in their schedules.
Students must complete their senior project during the second trimester
None
This course is listed on students’ schedules if they completed all of their graduation
requirements within the first two trimesters of their senior year.
CREDIT RECOVERY
Only credits earned through retaking a course through Jefferson School District programs, Rigby High
School or Jefferson Summer School will replace the failed grade. All other methods of credit recovery
will still reflect the failing grade on the transcript; however these credits will be accepted as meeting
graduation requirements.
Jefferson School District Summer School
All classes taken for credit recovery offered through the school district summer school cost the student $50 per
credit, fee to be paid with the application form. Applications will be available in May, district summer school
will be held for the entire month after the regular school year ends. Courses taken through this program will
have the failing grade previously received completely removed from the transcript.
Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA)
All IDLA classes that students take for credit recovery will need to be paid for by the student. The current rate
for classes is $75. The fee must be paid to the district office before registration proof of payment should be
given at time of registration. These classes typically have time released assignments, so those students must be
vigilant and dedicated for the duration of the class period.
BYU – Independent Study
This is the most expensive program, and the student application process is extensive. These courses allow for
the student an entire year to complete. If a student signs up for a BYU – Independent Study course they must
notify the counseling office immediately. Transcripts must be send from the institution to Rigby High School
for the credit to be accepted.
Attention Seniors!!!
All credit recovery must be completed a month before graduation or you will not be able to
walk in the ceremony.
Idaho Career Information Systems – CIS
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Comprehensive career information, resources and services to help you make successful education and career
decisions, including scholarship searches and application tracking. Please see you counselor to create an
account. Be proactive about your future!
SENIOR PROJECT
Due Dates:
Completion of Project Citizen Workbook
Completion of Project
 Thesis
 Outline
 Presentation of Projects
Government A
Government B
Graduation Requirement: Senior Projects are a graduation require for the State of Idaho. Students must complete and
pass this project in order to graduate.
Exhibition: Project presentation during Government B. Projects must have visual aid support.
Topic: Choose a problem you would like to see solved, as explained in Project Citizen. Your project could analyze a
problem at the school, city, county, state or national level. Choose something that you feel strongly about. When you
feel strongly about affecting change, it makes putting a project together easier.
All presentations topics should be appropriate for school and an educational environment.
You must observe all district and school rules in the presentation of this topic.
Length: Your project should be visual in nature, but will be presented verbally to the class. Your presentation must be
a maximum of 4 minutes, with 3 minutes of follow up questions. Total presentation time cannot exceed 7
minutes. Your presentation both visual and verbal must be well done. The presentation should have an introduction,
body, conclusion, transition and use vivid, appropriate and interesting language. Do not use vulgar or slang forms of
language.
Formatting: Your project may be in any visual form you would like it to be EXCEPT for a poster. No posters will be
accepted as a project. However, nicely done complex display boards are allowed. Handouts may be used in addition to
another form of visual support for the project, but will not be accepted as the only visual form of the project. If you have
an idea not listed here, please check with your teacher before working on it. These are some ideas and we are open to
other formats, as long as they are appropriate for school, but they must be approved by your teacher first. This is a
formal presentation. It should be professional, clear, well done, argued and articulated.
FORMAT: You may use a variety of formats. Below I have listed several that I have seen used in the past, but you are
not limited to these formats:
Power Point, Keynote or Prezi: add interviews and other noteworthy research information to demonstrate your
learning.
Art Work: Should be a visual demonstration of the sections of the rubric and what you learned in an artist statement.
Fabric Art: quilts, fabric hanging art include an artist statement that demonstrates learning based on the rubric.
Building: Models of the city, building a particular piece that shows changes that should be made or two models that are
the before and after of the implementation of your project. There should be a statement demonstrating what you
learned according to the rubric.
Music: original music either played or sang, specifically demonstrating what you learned according the rubric. Student
must a recorded version, as well. An artist statement demonstrating what you learned based on the rubric should be
included.
Other: if you can imagine something else, please make a proposal for approval to your Government teacher.
Plagiarism: Do not plagiarize. If you are not sure what that means, please see your teacher. There is extensive
information on this subject, including what plagiarism means. If you are caught plagiarizing, it will result in a no pass
on the senior project and can result in additional measures. Academic honesty and ethics are serious issues and will
be dealt with a similar manner.
Ideas if you are struggling:
 Complete your Project Citizen Handbook
 Seek ideas from your teacher
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

Schedule a conference with your teacher to get help
Research different ideas that you would like to see changed
Think about things that bother you and you wish could be changed
Senior Project Rubric
Section
Criteria For Evaluation
1
10 Pts.
Understanding of the Problem
 States and explains the problem and its causes. Presents evidence that there is a
problem.
 Demonstrates and understanding of issues involved in the problem
 Demonstrates an understanding of existing or proposed public policies.
 Explains disagreements about the problem that may exist in the community
 Explains why government should be involved in the solution.
Analysis of Alternative Policies
 Presents two or three alternative public policies to address the problem
 Explains advantages and disadvantages of each alternative policy presented
 Identifies controversies and conflicts that may need to be address for each alternative.
Public Policy Development and Persuasiveness
 States a public policy that addresses the problem and identifies the governmental
branch or agency responsible for enacting the proposed public policy
 Supports their proposed public policy with reason and evidence
 Identifies and explains advantages and disadvantages of the proposed public policy
 Explains and supports the reasons why the proposed public policy
Implementation of an Action
 Identifies individuals and groups, both supporters and opponents, who will need to be
influenced
 Identifies government officials, both supporters and opponents, who will need to be
influenced
 Outlines and explains an action plan for getting the proposed public policy enacted
 Proposes action that builds and expands on any previous
Feasibility of Plan Implementation
 Plan is original and fully evaluates problem
 Plain is feasible and could be implemented by the appropriate agency.
 Solution is realistic and feasible. Plan is implementable
 Student provides details of implementation
Public Speaking
 Student maintains eye contact at all times
 Student engages audiences and keeps their attention throughout the presentation
 Student speaks audibly and clearly; is easy to understand and hear.
 Students rate of speed is appropriate and language is vivid
 Presentation is appropriate for an educational and school setting in all ways and at all
times
 Student is not dependent upon notes and has full understanding of the topic
Overall Portfolio
 Presents material in the display and binder that is mutually supportive
 Constructs a clear and convincing sequence from one panel or section to the next
 Uses and documents research from multiple sources and provides appropriate
notation for the sources and research evidence used
 Uses standards of good writing
 Uses relevant and appropriate graphics and written information
 Is visually appealing, creative and interesting to the audience
 Student fully demonstrates that they have an excellent grasp on all issues and
components of the presentation and can completely answer questions regarding
project and presentation
2
10 Pts.
3
10 Pts.
4
10 Pts.
5
10 Pts.
6
10 Pts.
Overall
40 Pts.
Rating
Comments
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DUAL ENROLLMENT
Courses listed with descriptions in their respective section throughout the catalog.
College of Western Idaho (CWI)
Rigby High School students may simultaneously obtain their high school diploma and an Associate of
Arts. Students wanting to achieve this high level of education must complete 64 college credits. 15
credits must be earned through College of Western Idaho.
Idaho Education Network (IEN)
IEN classes are dual enrollment college credit issued through CSI, CWI, NIC and ISU. Classes are taken
at Rigby High School through a blended learning environment where instruction occurs through a live
classroom to classroom technology set up.
Early College Programs (CSI, ISU, NIC and U of I)
Early College programs offer academic enrichment opportunities for qualified high school students.
Students may earn college credit, along with high school credit while continuing their other courses
and activities. Earning college credit while in high school can accelerate a student's degree completion
and help students adapt early to the rigor of college level study.
Dual credit registration means an official college transcript is being created with a college grade
assigned for each course. College-level courses require extra effort and personal responsibility. Students
are advised to study for two-three hours outside class for every hour in class. Dual credit students are
responsible to withdraw by the established deadline if they transfer out of a class for which they have
registered.
Professional Technical Education: Tech Prep (CSI, EITC, ISU and NIC)
Tech Prep is a national and state effort emphasizing collaboration between high schools and technical
colleges in Idaho. Students may earn college credit while still in high school when they take specific
classes that develop a high level of technical career skills, preparing them for careers in high skill, high
wage, or high demand occupations.
Dual credit courses are $65 per credit. Students must pay the fees directly to the college or
university issuing the credit. Courses must be registered for at both the high school and
college level by the college imposed deadline to earn credit. It is the student’s responsibility to
fully register for these classes. Failure to do so may result in loss of credit.
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DISCLAIMER:
All dual enrollment courses will transfer within Idaho, though they may only be accepted as
electives depending on the college from which students choose to matriculate.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
BUSINESS
BUSA 101: Introduction to Business – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
CISA 101: Computer Literacy Skill Development – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
ENGLISH/SPEECH
ENGL 1101: Introduction to Composition I – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
ENGL 101: English Composition 1 – Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
ENGL 1102: English Composition 2 (also available as a Blended course) – Open to 12 - 3 ISU Credits
ENGL 1110: Introduction to Literature (also available as a Blended course) – Open to 12 – 3 ISU Credits
COM 101: Fundamentals of Oral Communications (IEN or IDLA) - Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
SOCIAL SCIENCES
HIST 1118: US History and Culture A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
HIST 1101: Foundations of Europe – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
HIST 1102: Modern Europe – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
POLS 101: American National Government A, B – Open to 12 – 3 CWI Credits
ECON 201: Principles of Macroeconomics (IEN) – Open to 12 - 3 CSI Credits
HUMANITIES/ELECTIVES
PSYC 101: General Psychology (IEN) – Open to 11, 12 - 3 CSI Credits
SPAN 101: Elementary Spanish I A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 4 CWI Credits
SPAN 102: Elementary Spanish II A, B – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 4 CWI Credits
FREN 101: Elementary French 1 – Open to 11, 12 – 4 CWI Credits
MUSC 1100: Intro to Music (IEN) – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
CSC 105: College Study Skills – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 NIC Credits
SOCY 102: Social Problems – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CWI Credits
MATHEMATICS
MATH 143: College Algebra – Open to 11, 12 – 3 CSI Credits
MATH 144: Trigonometry – Open to 11, 12 – 2 CSI Credits
MATH 1170: Calculus AB A, B, C – Open to 11, 12 – 4 ISU Credits
MATH 1153: Statistics A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
SCIENCE
BIOL 1101/BIOL 1102: Organismal Diversity, Form and Function – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 8 ISU Credits
BIOL 3301: Anatomy and Physiology A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
CHEM 1100: Architecture of Matter A, B – Open to 11, 12 – 4 ISU Credits
GEOL 1101: Physical Geology – Open to 11, 12 – 3 ISU Credits
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
HLT 155: Health and Wellness (IEN) – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 3 CSI Credits
HACT 115: Beginning Strength Training – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 1 CWI Credits
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TECH PREP
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
Agricultural Business and Economics – Open to 12 – 4 CSI Credits
Zoology/Equine Science – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 CSI Credits
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Automotive Technology III A, B, C – Open to 12 - 2 period class – 5 EITC Credits
BUSINESS AND MARKETING
Business Computer Applications I – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 – 3 EITC Credits
Accounting II – Open to 11, 12 – 3 EITC Credits
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Parent and Child Development and Early Child Professions A and B – 3 ISU Credits
Food Production Management & Service (Intro to Culinary Arts) – Open to 11, 12 – 2 period class – 5 or 8 CSI Credits
Students may receive 5 CSI credits upon completion of Culinary Arts, plus 3 credits if ServSafe test is passed.
HEALTHCARE EDUCATION
Fundamentals of Health Professions - IDLA – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 EITC Credits
HCA 1110: Introduction to Allied Health Professions (IEN) - Open to 10, 11, 12 - 3 ISU Credits
Medical Terminology – IDLA – Open to 10, 11, 12 – 2 EITC Credits
Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Open to 11, 12 – 2 period class – 4 EITC Credits
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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ADVANCED OPPORTUNITIES – SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
For any questions or to register for these programs please go to following website. The counseling office
would be happy to help as well.
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/advancedOpp/
All of the below programs require a student profile be created at the above website and funds
be directly requested for each course, which must be approved by the counseling office.
8 IN 6 PROGRAM
To help Idaho students to progress through the state’s high school graduation requirements at an
accelerated rate (46 credits). The program is open to all students in grades 7 through 12.
Students who take courses during the summer or overload courses during the school year (meaning
students must be attending all Rigby High School courses for 5 periods in a day each trimester) can be
scholar-shipped for the course if they have signed up for the 8 in 6 program in the counseling office.
The State Department of Education interprets the legislation that created this scholarship program as
requiring students who take Seminary during the school day to be taking an additional two courses at
their own expense to meet the 8 in 6 qualifications.
FAST FORWARD PROGRAM
Every high school junior will have access to a maximum of $195 a year (3 dual credits) and each high
school senior will have access to a maximum of $390 (6 dual credits). These funds are to be utilized
after all other grants, scholarships, and funds are exhausted, except county funds for out of district
students taking dual credit courses. This money can be used for Dual Credit courses, AP or college
credit bearing exams and PTE certification tests.
DUAL CREDIT FOR EARLY COMPLETERS PROGRAM
The program is open to any student who has completed all the state’s high school graduation
requirements, excluding senior math, the senior project (which at Rigby High School is tied to U.S.
Government) and any other course that the state board of education requires to be completed during
the final year of high school. Students can be given scholarship for up to twelve (12) college credits per
trimester. Students are required to remain enrolled at the high school to be a part of this program. This
program also covers college credit-bearing advanced placement examinations.
MASTERY AGREEMENT PROGRAM
The Mastery Agreement Program (MAP) enables districts to utilize mastery exams that allow students
to progress more quickly through high school and earn a scholarship for postsecondary education.
Students who have completed all district and state graduation requirements within 11 full school years
or less are eligible to receive a scholarship redeemable at all Idaho public institutions.
Students must have attended an Idaho public school four full school years immediately prior to
graduation. The program is currently open to students who are enrolled in participating districts.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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If passed, newly proposed legislative bill would make this available to all students in Idaho.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Clubs/Activities – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
American Sign Language Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Kaitlin Magana
1612
Students learn sign language and become immersed in the deaf community. Guest
speakers and instructors every week come in to provide students with the opportunity to
become fluent in ASL.
Art Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Michael Feik
1705
All students come who appreciate art and want to improve their skills and understanding.
BPA: Business Professionals of America – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor(s):
Meeting Room:
Content:
Annette Haroldsen and Denise Bowcutt
2509
A student lead leadership club that deals with business and the working world. There are
regional, state and national competitions in which students can compete in over 90 events.
Breaking Down the Walls Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Nicole Baxter
Counseling Office Computer Lab
Break down social barriers by providing opportunities for our student body to get to
know each other’s stories. Help improve the culture of respect, kindness, and
understanding at RHS. “Better Together!”
FCCLA: Family Career and Community Leaders of America – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor(s):
Meeting Room:
Content:
Cheryl Lee, Louise Twitchell and Jessica Wahlen
1704
Student lead organization that focuses on the multiple roles families in today’s society
hold, while promoting Family and Consumer Science Education.
FHLA: Future Hispanic Leaders of America – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Justin Jones
2602
Our commitment is to ensure Latino youth succeed in going on beyond high school. We
also promote Latino pride and civic engagement.
Fuel Up to Play 60 – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Jessica Erhardt
1606
An organization of the National Football League, the United Dairymen, and school that
fund ideas for healthy eating in schools, and being active at least 60 minutes a day.
GSA: Gay Straight Alliance – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Shea Thompson
2605
The purpose of the GSA is to create harmony at RHS among all students, by encouraging
acceptance and safety on campus.
History Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Laron Johnson
2630
An informal student-run group that studies and discusses the obscurities of history.
Participate in two major events per year.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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National FFA Organization – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor(s):
Meeting Room:
Content:
Billie Jo Blackson, Robert Hale, Holly Fullmer
1801
A premiere leadership program that teaches leadership, responsibilities, and networking
to high schoolers in the agricultural industry.
NHS: National Honor Society – Open to 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Catherine Barrus
1622
An organization for students in good academic standing who want to serve their school
and community.
Renaissance – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Bryan Lords, Holly Mickelsen
No Meetings
Renaissance is a rewards system to benefit students who have high academic
achievement. They need to have a 3.5 GPA or higher, no office referrals and good
attendance each trimester.
Rigby Ringers (Handbell Choir) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Corbin Rasmussen
1122
For those seeking to explore and utilize the technique and repertoire of English
handbells. Emphasizes development of basics in music analysis, theory, listening
skills, and sight reading.
Rigby Film Crew – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Deryk Barrett
1810
Responsible for announcements and creating videos geared toward informing the student
body of current events.
Rigby Rugby Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Chet Blasucci
Rigby Indoor Soccer Arena
Rugby is a game that is played in over 120 countries. Many of the values of Rugby come
from its rich history, traditions, camaraderie and community involvement with the sport.
Our club is dedicated to teaching young men the values of teamwork, dedication, and
service through the great sport of rugby! Our club is open to young men (ages 14-18) in
the south east Idaho area who wish to participate, no previous experience needed, come
see what we are all about!
Rigby Thespian Troupe 3557 – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Jesse Arnold
1145
We aim to enrich lives through theatre education by honoring students achievement in
theatre and enriching their theatre education experience; supporting teachers by
providing professional development, networking opportunities, resources and recognition
and influencing public opinion that theatre education is essential and builds life skills
Rigby Wranglers (Special Olympics Team) – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
JoAnn Buyers
1711/1712
Special Olympics Idaho/Rigby Wranglers offers year-round sports training and
competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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Robotics Club – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Deryk Barrett
1810
A competitive team that creates robots that participate in 4-5 tournaments per year.
Rotary Interact – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Paula Johnson
2604
Interact is an internationally recognized club that is service based. The bylaws from
Rotary International, which support us require that students participate in at least one
service project for the school, one for the community and one international project.
Scholastic Bowl – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Lourene Praeder
1627
We compete with other schools answering questions dealing with Math, Science,
Literature and History. Preparing for competitions does not start until around November.
Science Club/Science Olympiad – Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Pamela Fox
2615
Science Olympiad is a hands-on science tournament where students work as a team to
compete in events that consist of events in biology, earth science, chemistry, physics and
technology.
Skills USA – Open to 11, 12
Advisor:
Meeting Room:
Content:
Keegan Hunter
1807
A national group that participates in automotive competitions, service projects, and
activities that promote group unity.
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed to be offered in the 2016-2017 school year
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
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COURSE REGISTRATION WORKSHEET
1. English A_________________________
2. English B_________________________
3.
__
4.
__
5.
________________
6.
________________
7.
_____ ________________
8.
______________________
9.
_____________________
REQUIREMENTS KEY:
Requirement
Credits
11._______________________________
English
Speech
Humanities
U.S. History
U.S. Government
Economics
Mathematics
Lab Science
Non Lab Science
Physical Education
Health
Multimedia
Electives
8
1
2
2
2
1
6
4
2
2
1
1
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12. ______________________________
Total:
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13.______________________________
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10. ______________________________
14. ______________________________
Code
ENG
SPCH
HUM
USH
USG
ECO
MTH/SMTH
SCIL
SCIN
PE
HLT
MM
ELE
Credits
Course requirements are subject to change
by beginning of 2016-2017 school year.
15. ______________________________
Alternate Classes __________________________
______________________
_________________________
(Three alternate choices MUST be different from originally requested electives)
Students who will be taking a zero hour class; the teacher will supply a roster as those courses are not requestable at this time.
DIRECTIONS: To request courses through Powerschool:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Login to your student Powerschool account
Look for the chair and pencil icon labeled “Class Registration”
Make sure you pick the correct Math and English placement
Make sure you have 15 classes chosen as well as 3 alternates (different from your original 15 choices)
5.
Hit the Submit button and you are done!
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Required
Required
Required
Required
English A, and B
English A and B
English A and B
English A and B
Math A, and B
Math A and B
U.S. History A and B
US Government A & B
Physical Science A & B
Lab Science (2 credits)
Math (recommended)
Economics
Multimedia
Health
Speech
Senior Math A and B
*Courses are pending board approval, not guaranteed
be offered
the 2016-2017
school year
LabtoScience
(2 in
credits
)
[ Course is approved, but is not being offered during the 2016-2017 school year. ]
3 or 4 LETTER CAPS WITH NUMBERS FOLLOWING IS A DUAL CREDIT “COLLEGE LEVEL” COURSE (EX. ENGL 1101)