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Southeast High School

Course Requirements

REQUIRED CLASSES BY YEAR

24 credits required for graduation

Freshmen:

English I

Math

Earth Science

World History

PE

Computer Technology

1 Elective

Sophomores:

English II

Math

Biology

US History

3 Electives

Juniors:

English III

Math

Science

4 electives

Seniors:

English IV

US Government

5 Electives*

*Seniors may take the “early out” option if they qualify in order to take college classes.  See the Counselor for details. Athletes, Debate/Forensics students, and Scholars’ Bowl students must be in at least 5 classes to remain qualified to participate in activities.

List of Southeast High School Courses

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Math

General Math: Designed to strengthen math skills for success in upper level mathematics. Focuses on skills necessary for success in the study of Algebra.

Consumer Math:   Juniors and Seniors only.   The purpose of this course is to equip the student with the basic mathematical skills necessary to function in a modern society. Enrollment in this class will be by staff recommendation only.

Algebra I:   Study of basic arithmetic combinations, patterns, and problem solving as they apply to unknown values, with emphasis on graphing as a visual connection.

Geometry: Study of basic geometrical properties and their logical application to geometrical figures.   Further development of logic in both mathematical and non mathematical situations to understand geometric figures and their uses and develop powers of spatial visualization. Prerequisite: Algebra I.

Algebra II:Advanced study of Algebra I concepts.   Prerequisites: Algebra I.

Trigonometry: Advanced math course that prepares the student for further mathematical studies at the college level and improves student problem solving techniques through the use of the TI 83 calculator. Prerequisites:   Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry.

Calculus:   Study of differential and integral calculus emphasizing concepts and applications to real world situations, review of functions, analytic geometry, and limits. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Trigonometry.

Science

General Science:Involves 3 branches of science: Physical, which includes the study of forces along with the chemical make-up of Earth. Earth, which is the study of the physical Earth and its processes, along with its place in the universe, and Life, which involves the study of plants and animals.   No Prerequisites.

Earth Science:They study of the physical Earth and the processes involved with it, along with its place in the universe.   (No prerequisites).

General Biology:   Students will study the origins and history of life and once-living things, the structure of living things, how living things interact with one another, and how living things function.

Advanced Biology: This is an advanced level of Biology in which students will study relationships between cellular and multicellular life, plants, animals, human physiology, and anatomy. Prerequisite:   General Biology

Anatomy & Physiology: An advanced level biology course that involves a detailed study of the structure and function of the human body.   Emphasis is placed on the increasing complexity or cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.   This class is for serious students, especially those who are college bound and interested in pursuing careers in the health fields.   Prerequisites:   Open to Seniors who have successfully completed General Biology and Chemistry (or are concurrently enrolled in Chemistry.)

Chemistry: The study of the composition, structures, properties of matter, and the changes it undergoes. Major topics include: matter and change, measurements, and calculators, atomic theory, electron arrangement, periodic law, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and reactions. Juniors and Seniors only.

Physics: A physical science dealing with matter and energy and their transformations.   The principles of laws of force, motion, heat, and electricity will be studied.   The theory of matter and wave motion will also be presented. Seniors only.

Language Arts

English I:   Required for Freshmen. Students will concentrate on grammar, vocabulary, and literature throughout the year.

English II:Required for Sophomores:   Students will concentrate on grammar, vocabulary, and various forms of literature.   Students will read classics, short stories, poetry, and plays, as well as work on writing using the six trait analytic process.  

English III:   Required for Juniors:   Further study of literature and writing.   Students will learn to write a research paper. Students will focus on structural techniques for composition writing; research and reference skills necessary in writing a major research paper.

English IV:   Required for Seniors:   Upper level English course focusing on the study of grammar, vocabulary, and various forms of literature.   Most of the literature covered will be British literature.   Students will read classics, short stories, poetry, and plays.   Students will also work on writing using the six trait analytic process and practice communication skills through presentations and speeches.   To further develop the skills necessary for academic and career success, students will work individually and in peer collaborative groups to achieve the course objectives.

Writing:   Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only.   Students in this class publish the web-based newspaper, and are chosen by the instructor.   After school and weekend work are many times required.   Prerequisites:   A’s and B’s in prior English classes and good references.

Yearbook:   Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only.   Students in this class publish the yearbook and are chosen by the instructor.   After school and weekend work are many times required. Must sign a 2 year contract with instructor.  

Novels:   This course is designed for students who wish to participate in a detailed study of literature.   Students will be required to read literary works, and through critical reading and analytical writing, students will come to some understanding of universal issues.   This course is not “just a reading” course.

Fine Arts

Music Appreciation:   Students will study the major music theories, periods, and composers.

Art Appreciation:   Students will study the major art theories, periods, and artists.

Debate and Forensics:   In the Fall semester, students will study debate theory and practice, with emphasis on research, debate skills, and tournament management.   In the Spring semester, students will use critical thinking skills and their creative abilities to polish performances for interscholastic competition.   Designed for students willing to put in extra time in the evenings and Saturdays.   Students must be willing to perform before a group and be judged.   No Prerequisites.

Art I:   An introduction to art as a process and form of communication.   Students will learn composition through the elements and principles of design.   Class projects will include, but not be limited to: intensive drawing, painting, paper mache, and sculpture. Open to freshmen and sophomores.

Art II and III:   Students further develop the skills learned in Art I and begin to work on improving their artistic skill. Prerequisites:   Art I

Advanced Art:   Seniors only. For serious art students wanting to work more intensely on improving their artistic skill and personal style.   Prerequisites:   Art II and III and permission of the instructor.

Band:   A performance class combining concert, pep, and marching band with emphasis on daily participation and performance participation.   Progress is evaluated through performances (athletic events, parades, marching festivals, concerts, and contests.)

Advanced Instrumental Techniques:   Students will study in-depth technique and method of their instrument.

Choir:   Open to students who enjoy singing.   This class provides opportunities to improve singing technique, work one-on-one with the director on vocal skills, and learn basic music reading skills.

Social Studies:

World History:   Required of all Freshmen.   Students will study the physical, cultural, and historical significance of all world countries.

US History:   Required of all Sophomores. Students will study major events shaping the United States’ development of political, economic, industrial, and social institutions comprising American culture.

US Government:   Required of all Seniors.   Students will study the American Government’s organization and functions emphasizing the fundamentals in the US Constitution and citizen participation in the political process.

Current Events:   This is an ongoing investigation of the significant events and happenings from around the world.   Students will research, analyze, evaluate, and discuss the implications of national headline news.   World History and/or US History are RECOMMENDED as prerequisites.

Local History:   Students pre-enrolling in this class must write a paper explaining why they are interested in taking the class and what they can contribute to the exploration of local history (i.e.) pictures, family stories, etc.)

Sociology: This is the study of how groups of people live and work together in society.   The student, and their family, must be willing to take care of a doll during the 3^rd nine weeks as part of the marriage project.

Topics in History:   This the study of specific major events that have occurred in our history.

Foreign Language

Spanish I:   This class is designed to meet the needs of students who have had little or no experience in learning Spanish as a foreign language.   Students comprehend, read, write, and memorize vocabulary dealing with daily experiences.   Students participate in basic conversations in Spanish and respond to classroom instruction in Spanish.   Students study the organizational structure of the language, identify relationships between cultures, and demonstrate an increasing awareness of civilization and customs of the target culture.

Spanish II:   Students expand their language skills, vocabulary, and knowledge of culture.   A greater emphasis is placed on exposure to authentic materials found in the target culture and building vocabulary. Students’ knowledge of grammar concepts including more verb tenses and complex sentence structures is emphasized.   Geography, civilization, and current events are included in this class.   Prerequisite:   Successful completion of Spanish I

Spanish III and IV:   Intense course for serious students wanting to improve their fluency in the Spanish language and increase their knowledge of geography, civilization, and current events of the targeted country. Prerequisites:   Successful completion of Spanish I and II, Spanish III for those enrolling in Spanish IV.

Family and Consumer Science

FACS:   Freshmen and Sophomore students only.   An introductory course on the basic skills necessary to improve the quality of personal and family life.   Study will be in the areas of personal development, clothing, housing, and interpersonal relationships.

Nutrition and Wellness:   1 semester class open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only. In this course, students have the opportunity to be involved in making decisions concerning personal nutrition and wellness, applying consumer skills, meal management activities, and food preparation techniques. The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop nutrition and wellness habits that will become a part of their everyday life as a lifestyle choice.

Food Management:   1 semester class open to Juniors and Seniors only. This is an advanced course that gives students the opportunities to further their knowledge in meal management activities and food preparation techniques.   Prerequisites:   FACS and Nutrition and Wellness, and teacher permission.

Parenting:   1 semester class open to Juniors and Seniors only.   The class provides basic knowledge of how a child develops physically, emotionally, and intellectually. In addition, students will examine the changing roles and relationships that are a part of the family in today’s society.

Interior Design:   1 semester class open to Juniors and Seniors only. This class builds on the basic elements and principles of design learned in FACS class.   In-depth exploration of the many different types of housing choices plus cost and maintenance of housing across the US is studied.   Prerequisites:   FACS and teacher permission

Adult Living:   Students will develop critical thinking skills concerning issues involving work and its impact on family.   Students will also study money management, housing concerns, and consumer responsibilities that will enable them to handle the multiple roles of wage earner and family member in the adult world.   Full year class open to Juniors and Seniors only.

Business

Accounting: The student will study the accounting cycle and complete exercises for both service and merchandising business with emphasis of proprietorships and partnerships including payroll.   Problems will be done by hand and by automated accounting.   Simulations for both types of businesses will also be worked. Juniors and Seniors only.

Economics: The student uses a working knowledge and understanding of major economic concepts, issues, and systems applying decision-making skills as a consumer, producer, saver, investor, and a citizen of Kansas and the US living in an interdependent world.

Business Law: A very practical course provides basic information about legal principles that are used on a daily basis by everyone. By the end of the course, students will be able to use basic legal vocabulary.

Marketing:   Course is designed to develop the student’s understanding of marketing, to appreciate the importance of the separate marketing functions, the management of these functions, and how they work together. The major functions of marketing are management, marketing research, product planning, distribution channels, pricing, and promotion.

Computer Tech: Student will learn the computer platforms, hardware parts, maintenance of computers, managing files and folders, and categories of the software. Class will be using the MS Office---Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.   Required for all Freshmen. Freshmen must pass an exam at the end of the 1^st quarter to be issued a laptop.

Technology

Tech II: Continuation of Tech I (or Computer Tech) that requires students to work with laptops using iLife software as well as more advanced Mac programs used for video production, web design, etc. Students will cover a small amount of woodshop safety and machine information to allow for limited use of tools for construction of problem-solving projects.   The prerequisite of this class is a C or higher in Tech I (or Computer Tech) and teacher permission.   Class is open to grades 10-12.

Video:   Prerequisites are Tech I (or Computer Tech) and Tech II. Teacher permission and at least a “B” in Tech II are required.   Advanced technology class that focuses on video production.  

Drafting:   Entry-level drafting class including manual and computer-aided drafting. Semester-long class with no prerequisites and open to all grades.

Woods

Woods I: Entry-level woodshop class with no experience assumed.   Focus is placed on safety above all else and projects are graded more based on effort than actual results.   In the 1^st quarter, students are I the classroom covering tool safety and part identification, shop drawings, and shop mathematics.   The student will have two guided projects and then be allowed to choose their own projects, with the teacher approval, based on level of success of prior projects.   This class has no prerequisites and is open to all students.

Advanced Woods: All students that want continue on from Woods I are welcome to take this class for the remaining of their high school years.   The year begins with a safety review presented by the students to the class, followed by review of shop drawings and shop mathematics.   The remainder of the year will be spent working in the woodshop.   Students must be approved by the instructor based upon their abilities and actions in Woods I.   Woods I is the prerequisite for this class and it is open to students grades 10-12.

Physical Education

PE/Health:  Improves overall physical fitness and health. Prerequisite: None

Lifetime Fitness: Improves overall physical fitness and health.   Co-Educational. Prerequisite: PE/Health

Agricultural Education

Introduction to Agricultural Education: 9-10  Grades only. 11th are allowed per teacher approval. Students will learn basic animal science, FFA, SAE, Careers in agriculture, introductory welding, and record keeping in agriculture.  There is a mandatory field trip that counts as a test grade.  FFA membership is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED.

Advanced Ag. Education: 10-12 are allowed after completing Introduction to Ag Education.
Students will learn crop and plant science, greenhouse operations, parliamentary procedure, Survey, Soils, and more advanced welding techniques.  Students must continue to maintain an SAE and Record books.  FFA membership is again Highly Encouraged.

Plant Science: 11-12 Grades Only. Students will study plant anatomy, Taxonomy, structure of plants, Soils, Biological Interactions, Photosynthesis, Respiration, and other factors that relate to plants.  There are many labs including a plant mount project that enhance what is taught in the class.  Students also must maintain a record book or an SAE.  There are bonus points for students who participate with FFA.

Animal Science:11-12 Grades Only. Students will study the livestock industry, feeding and nutrition, reproduction, animal husbandry and various species and the effects they have on society.  There are labs and a major project consisting of students to make a Ranch or Farm.  Students must maintain a record book or an SAE.  Bonus is available for students that join FFA.

Agricultural Mechanics : 10-12 Grades Only. Students will learn basic elements of the Engine, Shop Safety, Concrete, Plumbing, Electricity, Arc, Torch, MIG and TIG welding processes.  Students need to bring a small engine during the first semester and bring clothing appropriate for shop.  Students must maintain a record book or an SAE.  Joining FFA is Highly Encouraged.

Agricultural Construction: 11-12 grades only. Prerequisites: Introduction to Ag Education and Advanced Ag. Education. Teacher permission also required. Students will study basic use of shop tools and equipment, Careers in Construction, Job interview, Project planning and Project construction.  Students are required to build a project and have projects throughout the year.  Attendance and work ethic is of the utmost importance for success in this class.  FFA Involvement is strongly encouraged.

Advanced Agricultural Construction: 11-12 Grades only. Must have instructor’s approval and completed Introduction to Ag Education and Advanced Ag. Education. Students will learn to complete projects including Painting and Billing.  Students will also do project planning and project construction.  Students are required to build a project and have projects throughout the year.  Attendance and work ethic is of the utmost importance or success in this class.  FFA Involvement is strongly suggested.

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