Course Description Guide

On-the-Job Training
Some occupations do not require educational training prior to employment. Instead, additional training and skills required beyond high school are provided by the employer.

Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is a three to four-year training program where the student learns while working on the job earning money. The student receives a license at the end of training. Examples of trades that use apprenticeship are bricklaying, jewelry making, electrical repair, plumbing, etc.

Vocational Technical School
Programs at these schools are generally from one month to four years in length. Examples of vocational technical programs include practical nursing, robotics, and some areas of business.
 

Community/ Junior College
Community colleges offer two-year associate degree programs which would lead directly to an occupation or transferring to a four-year college. They also offer Associates in Applied Science degrees. Examples of these degrees are Computer & Network Support Technology and Construction Technology. Community colleges also offer programs in which a student may become certified, such as Auto Technology, Fire Science, and Paramedic.
 

College/ University
A bachelor’s degree requires approximately four years of college. A master’s degree usually requires one to three years of college beyond the bachelor’s degree. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required for about 20% of the occupations in the United States. Entrance requirements depend on the desired college, program, or major.
 

Military
Training is available for many jobs while an individual is enlisted. A person may also receive financial assistance for college, room and board, salary, and insurance benefits. High school graduation is required. Another consideration for students would be the military academies like West Point or university ROTC programs.

Career Paths/Clusters help give focus and direction to the selection of a high school course of study and to best assist the students in achieving whatever goal he/she has chosen. All students are asked to consider a Career Path(s). Career paths are clusters of occupations and careers that are grouped together because many of the people in them share similar interests and strengths. All paths include a variety of occupations that require different levels of education and training. Career paths provide students with an area of focus, along with flexibility among many options and a variety of ideas to pursue.

Choosing A Career Cluster
As a part of East Newton’s High School’s Advisement program (STARS), each student, working with parents, a STARS advisor, and high school counselors, will develop a course of study centered around one of the sixteen broad career clusters.
 

The course of study may reflect a general area of interest such as health services, or it may concentrate on a specific occupational goal such as becoming a respiratory therapist or a registered nurse.
 

The following will enable students to determine their career cluster:

• Be involved in activities designed to expand awareness of a variety of careers.
• Activities to explore careers will continue throughout high school.
• Identify interests, abilities, and talents.
• Consider the possible careers in each cluster in relationship to those interests, abilities, and talents.
• Decide which career cluster seems to fit best by considering personal interests, personalities, and strengths.
• Develop and revise annually a four-year plan by selecting courses that are relevant to the variety of occupations in the career cluster chosen.

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
The production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products/resources.

Architecture and Construction
Careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications
Designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.

Business, Management and Administration
Careers encompass planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
 

Education and Training
Planning, managing and providing education and training services and related learning support services.

Finance
Planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management.

Government and Public Administration
Executing governmental functions to include Governance: National Security: Foreign Service: Planning: Revenue and Taxation: Regulation: and Management and Administration at the local, state, and federal levels.

Health Science
Planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.

Hospitality and Tourism
Encompassing the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related services.
 

Human Services
Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs.
 

Information Technology
Careers relating to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.
 

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Planning, managing and providing legal public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.
 

Manufacturing
Planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.
 

Marketing, Sales and Service
Planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational activities.
 

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering), including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services.
 

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services, such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance

English 9:

• Credit: 1:
• Semesters: 2
• Required For Graduation

This course is a required first year course in the high school language arts program. This course is designed to prepare students for the rest of their high school academic studies. We will study grammar through writing, fiction, non-fiction, epic, drama, and poetry. Independent reading will also be a focus. A research assignment is required.
 

English 10:

• Credit: 1:
• Semesters: 2:
• Prerequisite: English 9
• Required For Graduation Or College Prep

This course expands to include advanced elements in grammar instruction and composition, as well as a study of various types of literature. Independent reading, oral presentations and a research paper are required.

College Prep English 10:

• Credit: 1:
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: English 9
• Required For Graduation Or English 10

This course will prepare students for AP or Dual Credit English by closely focusing on specific types of writing and the choices that authors make. Students will be expected to read short stories, poems, novels and non-fiction texts. Students will learn to write in response to all that they read focusing on developing their own style in writing. All students will take the reading and writing portions of the Accuplacer. The school will pay for this test once.
 

English 11:

• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisites: English 9 And 10
• Required For Graduation.

This course builds upon the foundations established in English 9 and English 10 in the areas of language, composition, literature, public speaking, and independent reading. Students implement strategies to analyze, evaluate, and respond clearly and appropriately to literary selections in a variety of genres written by American authors.
 

English 12:

• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisites: English 9, 10, And 11.
• Can Satisfy 4th English Requirement.

This course integrates reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Selected readings of British literature will serve as the basis for discussions and written compositions in first semester. Second semester focuses on real world technical writing and research applications. Students will read and write for a wide variety of purposes. Library research techniques and methods of documentation will be utilized in written and oral presentations.
 

Ap English Language And Composition: (Offered 26-27):

• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: English 9 And 10 Bonus Point
• Can Satisfy 4th English Requirement.

This class is a rigorous introductory college level course that requires students to utilize reading and writing skills that earmarks analysis of generous scope and sequence of challenging prose with and emphasis various artifacts of non-fiction. The student has the potential to earn English 101 college credit based on the results of the end of the year advanced placement test.
 

Ap English Literature And Composition: (Offered 27-28):

• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: English 9 And 10: Bonus Point.
• Can Satisfy 4th English Requirement.

This class is a rigorous introductory college level course that requires students to utilize critical reading and writing skills. Performance expectations will be high for this class as it prepares students for college level work. Class time alone will not be sufficient to accomplish the goals of this class. The student has the potential to earn English Literature college credit based on the results of the end of the year advanced placement test.

Dual Credit English:

• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2: Bonus Point
• Prerequisites: English 9, 10, And Teacher Permission Required

Students must earn a score of at least 19 in English on the ACT or must have a passing grade on the Crowder College entrance test. This course gives students instruction and practice in writing mechanically correct, well-organized, and well-developed expository themes on topics of importance and significance. During the first semester, Comp. 101, students must develop and demonstrate proficiency in conveying ideas of depth and interest and an awareness of differences among and appropriate use of illustration, narration, description, process, definition, comparison/contrast, classification, and persuasion. The second semester, Comp. 102, presents students with the opportunity to competently utilize the rhetorical forms studied during first semester. In addition, students will be expected to demonstrate enhanced grammar, vocabulary, style, tone, and organization in various projects and to integrate into their work the obtaining of valid and reliable in the research process.

True Crime Case Studies:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5:
• Semesters: 1

This course is a semester elective designed for juniors and seniors. The course content includes a survey of True Crime drama, both of the fictional and non-fictional type. We will cover certain unsolved mysteries, fictional drama pieces, and non-fiction podcasts that all deal with the True Crime genre. Students will be required to complete various oral, written and multimedia presentations. This course requires students to employ critical and analytical skills to complete extensive independent work beyond the classroom.

Novels Into Film:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

This course centers on the analysis of films that are adaptations of literary works. Students will closely examine how different genres of literature, such as novels, plays, short stories, and memoirs, have been adapted to film. By exploring the choices that writers and directors make as they move a story from the page to the screen, students will have the opportunity to consider what makes a successful adaptation, possibilities and connections between different forms of media, and how adaptations can reflect changing historical, political, and aesthetic consciousness of a society. This course is designed to sharpen rhetorical analysis skills, hone analytical skills, and offer opportunities for creative expression. There will be continued emphasis on advanced skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking and critical thinking.

Algebra IA:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

This class will spend the first quarter on Pre-Algebra topics. Quarters 2 – 4 will be spent on Algebra 1 topics.
 

Algebra I:

• Grade Level: 9-12:
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Essential for college bound students. This course teaches students how to work with variables and how to use variables, equations, and inequalities to solve real-life problems. This course also teaches students to think and work in a systematic manner. Topics include linear equations, linear inequalities, systems of linear equations and inequalities, exponential functions, polynomials, quadratic equations, and radicals.
 

Geometry

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1 Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Algebra I

A study of lines, angles, surfaces, and solids. Includes definitions, comparisons, and measurements, of polygons, circles, cubes, cones, and spheres.
 

Intermediate Algebra

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2.
• Prerequisite: Algebra I And Geometry

This is a preparatory course for Algebra 2. It is recommended for students who successfully complete one year of high school algebra or teacher recommendation for additional algebra.
 

Algebra II

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: C Or Better In Algebra I And Geometry (Students May Take Geometry During The Same Year): Bonus Point

Concepts of Algebra I are reviewed and extended to higher levels. Topics include linear equations, linear inequalities, functions, systems, absolute value equations and inequalities, quadratic equations and inequalities, polynomials, radicals, exponential and logarithmic functions, and rational expressions and equations.
 

Probability And Statistics

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Algebra II: Bonus Point

This is an introductory course over statistics. This includes: the collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, probability, descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. In addition to statistics, statistical descriptions, frequency distributions, possibilities and probabilities, probability distributions, sampling and sampling distributions, and testing hypotheses based on measurements will be discussed in this course.
 

Algebra For Calculus/Trigonometry

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
  
• Semester: 2
• Prerequisite: Algebra II
• Bonus Point: DUAL CREDIT (Crowder College)

Algebra for Calculus studies algebraic expressions, real and complex numbers, functions, systems, equations and inequalities. This course will satisfy most degree requirements in Mathematics and should transfer to any four-year institution. Algebra for Calculus will help prepare the student for an increasingly technical society. Trigonometry involves the study of the six trigonometric functions and their graphs and applications. ACT Score of 22 in Math OR
Crowder Test of 235 or higher.
 

Calculus

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Advanced Math (Algebra For Calculus And Trigonometry)
• Bonus Point: Dual Credit (Crowder College)

This course begins a sequence of four calculus and analytical geometry courses. Topics to include are the derivative integral and their applications. This course will be offered on an as requested basis with a minimum enrollment requirement of five students.

3 Credits Required For Graduation

Physical Science:

• Grade Level: 9
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Required for Graduation

This course provides an overview of physics and chemistry and includes energy, forces and motion, the universe, changes in matter and energy, scientific process skills, investigation, reasoning, critical thinking, and laboratory activities. Historical and cultural perspectives will also be addressed.

Biology:

• Grade Level: 10
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Required for Graduation

This course provides an overview of living things. Topics covered include interactions of organisms, environmental factors, forces which shape the environment, biochemical compounds, cell structure, cell processes, genetics, taxonomy, microbiology, dissection, scientific methods, and inquiry.

Anatomy & Physiology:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Bonus Point
• Prerequisite: 80% or better in Biology

Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body. While studying the human body, a variety of methods will be used which include laboratory activities such as the dissection of preserved specimens, the use of anatomical models and viewing microscope slides. Evaluation of current research, technology and issues related to the health field will be included.

Chemistry:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Physical Science and a B (80%) or better in Algebra I

Chemistry is the study of matter, its structure and the changes itundergoes. Chemistry understanding will be enhanced through laboratory activities. Chemistry is a college prep class with a laboratory component.

Physics:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Bonus Point
• Prerequisite: Physical Science and an A (90%) or better in Algebra I and Concurrent or Previous Enrollment in Algerba II or College Algebra

This course enables students to develop an understanding of the laws and theories that compose the classical study of physics. Examples in engineering will be utilized to show practical applications of physics principles. Physics is a college preparation class with a laboratory component.

Meteorology:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

This course provides an overview of the Earth’s atmosphere, learning weather maps, and reading forecasting symbols. Topics covered include: the atmosphere, air pressures, storms, weather forecasting, scientific methods and inquiry. (Other topics will be covered which are associated with these topics and aid in their explanation, and may be required by grade level or course level expectations).

Ecology:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Physical Science and Biology

This course investigates the interactions of the living and non-living components of our world, and the effects of human activities on the environment. This course contains a laboratory component.

FCS Department Course that Meets a Science Requirement

Food Science:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

An instructional program that prepares students to use the scientific method to study the biological and chemical basis for food fermentation, preservation, processing and preparation. Students develop laboratory, writing and reasoning skills through measuring, recording and graphing data: writing laboratory and short research projects: and predicting and evaluating laboratory results. This course can be taken for a student’s third science credit and will meet the graduation requirement.

Ag Department Courses that Meet a Science Requirement

Advanced Livestock:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II
• Bonus Point

This course includes the areas of identification and nutrition, feed additives, feed packaging and labeling, evaluation of livestock food processing, principles of showing, sanitation, and quality control. Focus will be toward equine and meat production in beef, swine, and sheep as well as the production and marketing of products.

Ag Power:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II

The student will learn to maintain small engines, and do minor repairs. The second semester students will design and build a motorized project.

Plant Science Production and Marketing:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II
• Bonus Point

Covers all phases of crop production, building on previous courses. Supervised project and leadership training is included.

1 Credit Required For Graduation

Art

Art 1:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1

Introduction to drawing and painting. Emphasis on creativity in drawing and painting, color study, elements of art, art history, and art vocabulary. This is a basic introductory art class, no prerequisite required. All art supplies are provided by the school district.

Advanced Art:

• Grade Level: 10-12 (Teacher Approval Requested)
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Art I (80% or above)

Sixteen or more projects are required each year. Projects include printmaking, pastels, digital art, colored markers, pencil, oil, acrylic, watercolor, tempera painting, sculpture, collage, tie dye, ceramic pottery, and art history. May be repeated each year with more advanced requirements.

Music

Marching Band and Concert Band:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

Large instrumental ensemble. Marching band (fall semester) practices during, before, and/or after school. Programs include football half-time shows, parades, and competitions on some weekends. Color guard and drum line are audition only. Concert band (spring semester) rehearses and performs music for various programs and for area, regional, and state level competition. Members are eligible to participate in solo and small ensemble competition. Attendance at performance and rehearsals outside the school day are required and may be used as a major part of the evaluation process for determining a passing grade

Jazz Band:

• Grade Level: 9-12 (Teacher Approval by Audition)
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

Jazz band is an audition only class that will meet daily and learn jazz, swing, blues, and rock style music. All wind players must be enrolled in the high school band. Rhythm section will need music notation experience. Some festivals and competitions will be required of members.

Guitar Class:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

This is a beginning to intermediate class that will cover the basic fundamentals, rhythms, notes, and techniques needed to begin playing the guitar. Class will be open to 10 or less students, and guitars will be provided. This is a performance class and there will be required outside performances.

Concert Choir:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

Large vocal ensemble. This class teaches the fundamental skills needed to sing correctly as well as music theory and rehearsal techniques. Concert Choir rehearses and performs music for various programs and for area, regional, and state level competition. Members are eligible to participate in solo and small ensemble competition. Attendance at performance and rehearsals outside the school day are frequently required and will be used as a large part of the evaluation process for determining a passing grade. No previous music experience is required

Patriot Singers:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

A select group of singers chosen by AUDITION ONLY to represent the school at various programs, assemblies, and competitions. Perform popular music with choreography (dance). Members are eligible to participate in solo and small ensemble competition. Attendance at performance and rehearsals outside the school day are frequently required and will be used as a large part of the evaluation process for determining a passing grade. Students may be required to purchase a uniform.

Drama

Drama:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

This class is an introduction into the worlds of theater and acting. Students will learn acting techniques, stage directions, as well as the many different parts of a production staff. Students will learn about the history of theatre, technical theatre, and different forms of acting. This is a performance-based class that will also include class work. Students will be required to work on both school productions whether on cast or crew

World History:

• Grade Level: 9
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Required For Graduation.

A Survey Of The Nations And Cultures Of The World From The Time Of Early River-valley Civilizations To The French Revolution And Roots Of American Democracy.

American History:

• Grade Level: 10
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Required For Graduation.

A general study of the history and development of America from the earliest discovery by Native Americans the development of the nation to the American Civil War, and reconstruction. The historical development of the United States from the 1920’s through World War II, the Cold War, Vietnam, and the present economic, social, and political problems.

American Government:

• Grade Level: 11
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Required For Graduation

This course will include the study of government on the federal, state, and local levels. Emphasis will also be placed on preparing students to become citizens who accept responsibilities in our democracy. Included in the course will be the Missouri and US Constitution tests, which must be passed as a graduation requirement.

Contemporary Issues:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

This is an in-depth look atour local, state, national, and foreign events. Contemporary issues studies current issues involving politics, diplomacy, business, local, national, and international affairs. Students will become more aware of what current topics are going on in the world around them.

Psychology:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1
• Bonus Point

An introduction to the principles, theories, and areas of psychology. Begins with basic principles of the science and concludes with a study of psychological disorders. Taken with Sociology.

Sociology:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1
• Bonus Point

A study that focuses on how groups are formed and progresses through social problems that arise and how the problems are solved.

Geography:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1

Throughout the year, we’ll explore physical geography—such as landforms, climate, and ecosystems—and human geography, which explores topics such as population, urbanization, and globalization. We’ll examine how different regions of the world are interconnected and how we can better understand the challenges and opportunities facing various parts of the planet.

World War 1&2:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1

The evolution of conflict from the early-mid 20th century, focusing on the causes, technologies, and societal impacts of "total war" and modern warfare. Students will analyze major conflicts of both World Wars.

Modern Wars:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1

Explores the evolution of conflict from the late 20th century to present. Focusing on the causes, technologies of the contemporary conflicts such as end of the Cold War, the Persian Gulf War and the War on Terror—to understand how ideological, political and technological shifts have redefined battlefields and affected civilians.

Spanish I:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

Students will be introduced to the four basic skills of learning a second language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The study of the various cultures of the Hispanic world will be woven throughout the course. Students will be introduced to the present and past tense, though most work will deal with the present. It is strongly recommended that students have at least a B in their most recent English Language Arts class.

Advanced Spanish II:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Spanish I
• Bonus Point

Students will continue their study of the four basic skills of learning a second language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Grammar will include the past tenses. The study of the various cultures of the Hispanic world will continue to be woven throughout the study of the language. Students must have a B or higher in Spanish I and ELA.

Advanced Spanish III-IV:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Spanish I and Spanish II
• Bonus Point

Students will continue their study of the four basic skills of learning a second language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Grammar will include all remaining tenses and include the subjunctive mood. The study of the various cultures of the Hispanic world will continue to be woven throughout the study of the language. Students must have at least a B in their most recent Spanish AND ELA courses.

Introduction to Foreign Language:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:1 (NOT A FOREIGN LANGUAGE CREDIT – ONLY ELECTIVE CREDIT)
• Semesters: 2

Students will be introduced to Japanese language and culture. Study will include the four basic skills of language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Various facets of Japanese culture will be woven throughout the study of the language. Students will mainly work within the present tense, though the past and other forms will be introduced. It is recommended that students have at least a B average in English Language Arts.

Agriculture (3 Approved Courses = 1 Science Credit)

Agricultural Science I:

• Grade Level: 9
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

First year Vocational Agriculture class covering leadership careers in agriculture, supervised projects, record keeping, study of animals important to agriculture industry, and training in arc welding.

Agricultural Science II:

• Grade Level: 10
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Ag. I

Second year Vo-Ag training in careers, leadership, supervised projects, AG mechanics, oxyacetylene cutting/welding, MIG welding, and basic plant processes and culture of Missouri field crops.

Ag Construction:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Ag I and Ag II

This course is designed to advance skills learned in prior Ag classes. Students have the opportunity to build a major project. Class also includes record keeping and leadership training. Supervised project is required.

A.O.E. Work:

Available for senior students that have been in Ag for the past three years and have all their credits. Can receive 1 credit for ten hours of work. Maximum of two credits. Subject to approval of Ag teacher and Administration.

Ag Business Management:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Ag I and Ag II

Provides a comprehensive overview of business principles applied specifically to the agricultural industry, covering topics like financial management, marketing strategies, production planning, risk analysis, legal considerations, and market trends to equip students with the skills necessary to operate a successful agricultural business.

Ag Department Courses that Meet a Science Requirement

Advanced Livestock:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II
• Bonus Point

This course includes the areas of identification and nutrition, feed additives, feed packaging and labeling, evaluation of livestock food processing, principles of showing, sanitation, and quality control. Focus will be toward equine and meat production in beef, swine, and sheep as well as the production and marketing of products.

Ag Power:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II

The student will learn to maintain small engines, and do minor repairs. The second semester students will design and build a motorized project.

Plant Science Production and Marketing:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Ag I and Ag II
• Bonus Point

Covers all phases of crop production, building on previous courses. Supervised project and leadership training is included.

Personal Finance:

• Grade Level: 11
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Required for Graduation

This course is designed to help students with life after high school. It will help students understand the impact of their individual choices as a citizen, student, family member, consumer, and active participant in the business world. Topics covered will include budgeting, saving, banking and financial institution options, money management, debt and credit, investing and retirement, insurance, careers, taxes, housing and real estate, and consumer awareness. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions. The things that you will learn in this class will make a difference in the choices you make with your money every day of your life.

Computer Applications:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1

Students will learn the tools and features of the Microsoft Office suite including Word Processing, Excel spreadsheet operations and PowerPoint presentation software.

Introduction to Business

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

This course provides students with a greater understanding of what business is and does and how it functions in our economic system. The course reaches for a broad overview of business functions such as management, marketing, human resources, money management, entrepreneurship, and US and World economics. Through the course students will learn to appreciate their role in our economy as a citizen, a worker, and a consumer.

Multimedia:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequiste: Computer Applications
• Bonus Point

This course is designed for experienced computer users who have previously completed Computer Applications. This course is a hands-on exploration of digital tools AND design concepts including photography, audio editing, video production and electronic presentations. In addition, you will develop a foundation of knowledge in print and electronic design. Students will utilize functions including graphics, audio, video, print design, webpage design, and electronic presentation skills.
 

Advanced Multimedia:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Multimedia
• Bonus Point

This course is designed for Multimedia students who have successfully completed Multimedia with a grade of an A or B both semesters and wish to continue their education in video, audio, design, and other technical components. Students should expect to create a portfolio of their work over the past 2 years.

Dual Credit Computer Applications:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Bonus Point 
• DUAL CREDIT (Crowder College)

Students will learn advanced tools and features of the Microsoft Office Suite. Word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation applications will be covered. Learning is enhanced through the use of current business software and hands on experience with PC-compatible computers. Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credit hours through the successful completion of this course.

Business Management & Leadership:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Intro to Business

This course will approach workplace skills such as communication, professionalism and leadership through the lens of business. An emphasis on critical thinking skills, leadership development, and professional development are also stressed throughout the course. Hands on experiences in leadership through community development are to be expected.

Desktop Publishing:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: B or Higher in English, Preferably a Previous Computer Class, Teacher Permission with an Application
• Bonus Point

This class will incorporate the planning, preparation, and production of the school yearbook. Included in the course are: layout decision and drawing, writing copy and captions, taking and selecting photographs and entering data into the computer. Students must be able to attend after school activities.

Accounting I:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

The study of accounting is a crucial component of academic backgrounds for students who will pursue entrepreneurial ventures and small business ownership. All students, regardless of the profession they choose, can benefit from accounting instruction since it is an integral part of every business institution and organization. Studies will include planning and summarizing, analyzing and interpreting financial information for a sole proprietorship and a corporation. Computerized learning will be included in this course.

Accounting II:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite:Accounting I
• Bonus Point

This course is a continuation of Accounting I. This course studies the principles needed to complete the accounting cycle for a business, with special emphasis on partnership, corporate accounting, and the uses of accounting information by managers. Computerized learning will be included in this course.

Entrepreneurship:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Bonus Point
• DECA Membership

Class is designed to provide students the background for creating, organizing and owning his or her own business. This will include work in financing, marketing, legal issues for small businesses, advertising, sales,
inventory, and management. Students will run the two school-based enterprise labs “The Pat Shack” in the HS lobby and “Patriot Outpost” our retail store in Granby. Students will also train on multiple pieces of equipment used in the production of goods for “Patriot Printing and Design”. This class may serve as a concurrent requirement for Marketing Internship/COE work program.

Fundamentals of Marketing I:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

A class designed for students who are interested in the field of marketing and management. This course provides students with an understanding of the fundamental marketing processes such as selling, promotion, pricing, advertising, and human resource development. Students are also orientated to the American free enterprise system.

Advanced Marketing:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2
• Bonus Point
• Prerequisite: Fund of Marketing
• DECA Membership

Students will continue with concepts learned in Marketing I and be involved in DECA curriculum projects.

COE:

• Grade Level: 12
• Credit: .5 per Semester

One-half credit per semester if work average is 10-19 hours per week and 1 unit of credit per semester if work average is 20 hours or more per week. Students are placed in acceptable training sites (places of employment), which contribute to the development of competencies for successful employment in the field of marketing. The student must be concurrently enrolled in a marketing course. This is a cooperative vocational education program. Students must be enrolled in one marketing class.
**Student must see COE Coordinator before enrolling.**

Sports and Entertainment Marketing:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1
• DECA Membership

This course focuses on marketing and management functions and tasks that can be applied in amateur or professional sports or sporting events, entertainment or entertainment events, selling or renting of supplies and equipment used for recreational or sporting purposes, products and services related to hobbies orcultural events, or businesses primarily engaged in satisfying the desire to make productive or enjoyable use of leisure time.

Fashion Marketing:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1
• DECA Membership

Focuses on the real world of fashion marketing. Information on designers, companies, fashion centers of the world, types of fashion and trends, distribution, creating, pricing, and preparing for fashion career is completed in this
semester course.

Leadership in the Workplace:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• DECA Membership

This project-based leadership course develops student understanding and skills in areas such as emotional intelligence, professional development and communication. Students acquire an understanding and appreciation of leadership at school, at home and in the community. The capstone activity of the course is the implementation of a service-learning. Throughout the course, students are presented with problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. DECA units will be studied. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course. DECA membership is highly encouraged for this course.

Hospitality Marketing and Management:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1
• DECA Membership

This class is designed to help prepare students with basic knowledge in serving as managers and directors of hospitality operations on a system-wide basis, including both travel arrangements and promotion and the provision of traveler facilities. Includes instruction in principles of operations in the travel and tourism, hotel and lodging facilities, food services and recreation facilities industries; hospitality marketing strategies; hospitality planning; management and coordination of franchise and unit operations; business management; accounting and financial management; hospitality transportation and logistics; and hospitality industry policies and regulations. A capstone project in creation and operations of a food truck will be required.

Career Development/Entrepreneurship (FACS I):

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

To prepare students for family life through the general study of family and consumer sciences, including how individuals develop and function in the family, work, and community. Instruction in consumer education, food and nutrition, family living and parenthood education, child growth and development, housing and interior design, and clothing and textiles will be included. Career exploration and its impact on the family and leadership skills will be key components.

Nutrition and Wellness:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

Students will understand the principles of nutrition: the relationship of nutrition to health and wellness: the selection, preparation and care of food: meal management to meet individual and family food needs and patterns of living: food economics and ecology: optimal use of the food dollar: understanding and promoting nutritional knowledge: and application of related math and science skills.

International Foods (Advanced Foods):

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit:.5
• Semesters: 1
• Prerequisite: Nutrition and Wellness

Students will gain an increased understanding of the world around them as they investigate the culture, geography, history and the cuisine of various people in the world. They will learn to prepare and appreciate a variety of different foods using different techniques for food preparation

Child Development I:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

An instructional program that describes the study of the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of related human services. Includes instruction in parent-child relations: parenting practices: special needs of children: parental and environmental influences on child development. This course includes practical experiences.

Child Development II:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1
• Prerequisite: Child Development I

An instructional program that provides advance study in child development and guidance, including physical social emotional and intellectual development of children. Actual experiences in supervising children provide the opportunity to improve parenting skills, explore careers related to child development and generate employment skills.

House Environment & Design:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

An instructional program that describes the study of the behavioral, social, economic, functional, and aesthetic aspects of housing, interiors, and other built environments. Includes instruction in analyzing, planning, designing, furnishing, and equipping residential, work, and leisure spaces to meet user needs and the study of related public policies.

Career Pathways for the Teaching Profession:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

Focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching: the basic principles of educational psychology: the art of teaching: the planning and administration of educational activities: school safety and health issues: and the social foundations of education. This program helps prepare secondary students for future careers in education and training.

Practicum in Teaching Pathway:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 1
• Prerequisite: Career Pathways for Teaching Profession

Students will participate in practical application of their chosen field of education grades K-12. This course will provide students a seamless pathway to a career in education and training through academic coursework, study of the profession, and experiential learning activities. Students will be assigned an elementary class PK-4. This course will include online instruction and students can receive A+ tutoring hours.

Food Science:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

An instructional program that prepares students to use the scientific method to study the biological and chemical basis for food fermentation, preservation, processing and preparation. Students develop laboratory, writing and reasoning skills through measuring, recording and graphing data: writing laboratory and short research projects: and predicting and evaluating laboratory results. This course can be taken for a student’s third science credit and will meet the graduation requirement.

Family & Individual Health:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

Prepares students to understand the related aspects of health and wellness with special emphasis on nutrition, emotional and physical health: the relationship of the health of an individual to the wellness of the family: the prevention of illness and health issues. This course meets the ½ unit health requirement in the high school curriculum classification standard for graduation.

Woodworking Technology:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit:1
• Semesters: 2

This course will cover areas of woodworking including planning and design, the safe use of powered machines and hand tools, as well as the species of lumber we will be working with. Students will be required to pay for all projects made in this class prior to starting the project. Students will also have problem solving activities to challenge and make them think outside of the box. While also learning the computer software side of woodworking technology by designing and building things on the 3D Printer and the Laser Engraver

Advanced Woodworking Technology:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Grade of B or Better in Woodworking Technology I

This course starts with a review of planning and design, and power machine and hand tool safety. Students will be shown more in-depth study of woodworking technologies with emphasis on more difficult projects and manufacturing techniques. Successful completion of this class will help students interested in pursuing a career in the workforce of hands on building. Students will need to pay for projects in advance.

Peer Tutoring:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1
• Prerequisite: Member of A+ Program

This class provides students in grades 11 and 12 an opportunity to gain hours toward the A+ program to satisfy the tutoring requirements. Students must be a member in good standing of the A+ program. Students will aid and assist other students under teacher direction and provide tutoring in the subject area. Students must be well versed in the content area in which they are placed. Once placed students will remain in the class the entire semester.

Flex Program:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: Up to 2 Credits Per Semester
• Prerequisite: Principal/Counselor Permission

This program may provide students the opportunity to earn credit for work, college, or a technical school. Students must be on target for graduation, provide evidence of employment or enrollment, develop an academic plan that is aligned with work or school, maintain a 95% attendance rate, and avoid suspension or expulsion. Students must attend classes at East Newton a minimum of 3 hours per day. The Flex class will be pass/fail and will not count toward academic standing. Students must meet specific criteria to be able to enroll in the FLEX program. Students not able to meet these criteria MAY be able to enroll in C.O.E. or A.O.E.

Library Science:

• Grade Level: 10-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• By Application and Selection Only

This is a work experience class that includes daily interaction with library patrons and provides students an increased knowledge and understanding of the library and its print and digital resources. This class allows you to practice skills any employer looks for: responsibility, dependability, initiative, attention to detail, as well as communication and organization skills. A strong work ethic, great customer service, reading enjoyment, and good attendance are a must to be successful in this course.

Office Aide:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• By Application and Selection Only

This is a work experience class that includes daily interaction with students and public patrons. This class allows you to practice skills any employer looks for: responsibility, dependability, initiative, attention to detail, as well as communication and organization skills. A strong work ethic, great customer service, and good attendance are a must to be successful in this class.

1 Credit Required for Graduation

Introductory Weight Training:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

This class is intended for students with limited or no weight training experience. The students will focus on learning the proper techniques/form of weight training and cardiovascular fitness exercises.

Advanced Weight Training:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2
• Prerequisite: Student must have taken introductory/advanced weight training OR participated in East Newton’s summer weight training program.

Students will participate in weight lifting exercises that will help build and sustain muscle mass, bone density, and body strength. Students will also participate in cardiovascular fitness exercises in class. ALL ATHLETES are expected to enroll.

Lifetime Sports:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

Lifetime Sports is a course that focuses on physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various sports and activities. Students will develop an appreciation for wellness through daily exercise regimen and be able to identify the areas of weakness in different aspects of his/her aerobic capacity and fitness levels.

Fitness Walking:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: 1
• Semesters: 2

This co-educational (CO-ED) course is designed to address walking as a cardiovascular activity. Fitness walking is moving fast enough to raise your heart rate into its training zone. Students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for physical fitness through participation in a carefully monitored walking program. The class includes learning activities covering the five health related components of fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and body composition. Weather permitting, students use outdoor fitness walking courses. Dressing out will not be required for participation.

Health

.5 Credit Required for Graduation

Health:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

This class covers the physical, mental, and social well-being. Its focus is on wellness, preventive health and safety measures. Topics include cancer prevention, sexually transmitted diseases, nutrition, tobacco, alcohol, and drugs.

FCS Department Course

Family & Individual Health:

• Grade Level: 9-12
• Credit: .5
• Semesters: 1

Prepares students to understand the related aspects of health and wellness with special emphasis on nutrition, emotional and physical health: the relationship of the health of an individual to the wellness of the family: the prevention of illness and health issues. This course meets the ½ unit health requirement in the high school curriculum classification standard for graduation.

CTEC:

• Grade Level: 11-12
• Credits: 3:
• Semesters: 2:

All students wishing to attend Crowder College Technical Education Center must complete an application and participate in an interview with CTEC faculty in the Spring. Most programs at CTEC are two-year programs, so they may be repeated for credit. Students in their 2nd year at CTEC have the opportunity to receive “Embedded English and Embedded Math” credits upon completion of required assignments and projects given by the CTEC
program. Students are awarded 1 English credit, 1 Math credit (cannot be used for the required Algebra requirement). Students must also be enrolled as a full-time ENHS student to be awarded the embedded
credits earned.

Because CTEC students are preparing for Certification in their programs, every school day and hours spent in the program are valuable. Students will sometimes be expected to attend CTEC when East Newton schools are not in session; this includes Monday attendance at CTEC.

Most junior and senior classes through CTEC have the OPTION of earning dual credit, if they qualify. Students have the opportunity to graduate from high school with a Crowder College Certificate in most programs, as well as, pursuing additional college certificates or degrees after high school. The prerequisite criteria are as follows: 3.0/4.0 scale, 16 years old, complete sophomore year of high school, and pay college credit fee.
 

Crowder Technical Education Center strives to provide students with the opportunity to gain skills needed to pursue post-secondary education through dual credit and industry recognized credentials.
Depending on the course work for each program:

• High school students will be required to meet Accuplacer scores and prerequisites prior to enrolling in college classes, if applicable.
• High school students will have the opportunity to take Dual Credit Courses, if they are interested in doing so and meet the requirements.
• Each student will be advised individually. The purpose of these programs is to meet the educational needs of students wishing to continue their college careers, or become career ready.
• All students have the ability to graduate with a National Career Readiness Certification.

**All Dual Credit courses offered through any CTEC class are optional. The student has the option to take the course for dual credit at a cheaper rate than that of a post-secondary student in a CTE program; however, it is NOT mandatory in order to take the course at CTEC.**

Course Descriptions:

Advanced Manufacturing (CTEC) Grades 11-12
Students will be enrolled in Crowder College’s Associate of Applied Science Degree: Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Manufacturing Maintenance Option. A 12th grade student can enroll with permission. Students will complete the following courses: AMT 102, AMT 104, AMT 204, AMT 206, AMT 111, and AMT 142.

Automotive Technology (CTEC) Grades 11-12
The Automotive Technology program is a two year program designed for students who desire a career in the field of automotive service and repair. CTEC is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) Certified Program. Using the ASE curriculum, this program will provide a solid foundation for the graduate who plans to attend college with a major in Automotive Technology or enter the workforce. This course focuses on Engine Performance, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, and Electrical Systems. Instruction consists of classroom instruction and shop participation. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: AUTO 124, AUTO 125, AUTO 224, and AUTO 225 while in the high school program.

Building Trades (CTEC) Grades 11-12
The Construction Technology Program is a two-year program designed for students who desire a career in the field of construction. Students will have exposure to floor and wall framing, roofing, siding, electrical wiring, insulation, interior finish, plumbing, painting, and masonry. Students have the opportunity to earn the OSHA and NCCER Level I Certification. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: CONS 105, CONS 112, and CONS 116, CONS 123, CONS 133, and CONS 143.

Commercial Truck Driving (CTEC) GRADE 12 ONLY (1 Year Program)
The one-year commercial truck driving program prepares students for entry- level positions in the trucking, transportation, distribution, and logistics industries. Students have the opportunity to explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional tractor trailer driver. Upon completion of the program, student’s will be prepared to obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit and/or CDL.

Computer Technology (CTEC) Grades 11-12
A two-year program designed for students who desire a career in the computer field. Computer Technology prepares students for employment as support personnel in the areas of computer and information services. Students successfully completing this program will understand the setup and maintenance of computer systems. Students will take the CompTIA Strata Certification test prior to graduation. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: CNS 101, CNS 111, CNS 112, and CNS 149.

Criminal Justice (CTEC) Grades 11-12
Students will be introduced to the field of law enforcement. This course will be a cadet style class with emphasis placed on basic laws, report writing, criminal investigation, and first responder services. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to continue their education in law enforcement or obtain employment in loss prevention/security.

Diesel Technology (CTEC) Grades 11-12
A two-year program designed for students who desire a career in the field working with or related to diesel vehicles. This program uses curriculum approved by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) Certified Program. Students will be ready to continue their education with a major in Diesel Technology or enter the workforce. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: DIES 124, DIES 144, DIES 164, DIES 184, and DIES 224.

Health Sciences (CTEC) Grades 11-12
Students will be introduced to the health field. The first year of study will place emphasis on Anatomy and Physiology (covering biochemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, development and metabolism) and Medical Terminology. During the second year, students will study the state curriculum required to obtain their Certified Nursing Assistant Certification. During this time, students will spend a minimum of 75 hours in the classroom and 100 hours in the clinical setting. Students will take the Certified Nursing Assistant State Certification Test prior to graduation. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: CNA 101, CNA 102, CAN 103, CAN 104, CAN 106, and CAN 130.

Teacher Preparation (CTEC) Grades 11-12
The early childhood education program is a two-year program designed for students who wish to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education. Graduates are prepared to continue as an early childhood teacher at Head Start or in a private institution. Students will focus on children ages 3-5. In addition to class work, 480 hours will be spent working in a state approved early childhood facility. Students will be prepared to take the Child Development Associate national certification test upon completion of the program. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: ECD 101 and ECD 103.

Welding Technology (CTEC) Grades 11-12
Students will learn the skills necessary for entry level welding and layout jobs. First year students will focus heavily on gas, MIG and ARC welding. In addition, they will use the cutting torch and be exposed the basic skills necessary to weld. Second year students will receive instruction in MIG, ARC and TIG welding on a more advanced level, while also working on layout skills and employment skills. Students will take the American Welding Society Certification test prior to graduation in the area(s) of their choice and expertise. Students can earn the following college credit from Crowder College: WELD 113, WELD 145, WELD 150, and WELD 155.