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Adv English/LA, CC/COM221 Marian U

1124 Advanced English/Language Arts, College Credit (ADV ENG CC)

Advanced English/Language Arts, College Credit, is an advanced course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in grades 11 and 12. This course title covers any English language and composition advanced course offered for credit by an accredited post-secondary institution through an adjunct agreement with a secondary school.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9 and English 10 or other literature, language, composition, and speech courses or teacher recommendation
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. May be offered for successive semesters
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for all diplomas
• Courses that use this title are most often those taught through the post-secondary campus, taught either online or in traditional settings or a combination; and/or taught by higher education faculty.
• Courses that use this title are those that do not meet specific high school standards for a corresponding high school course, as they are standards beyond what is taught in the high school.

Adv Social Sciences, SWK-110 Marian U

1574 Advanced Social Sciences, College Credit (ADV SS CC)

Advanced Social Sciences, College Credit is a title covering (1) any advanced social sciences courses offered for credit by an accredited post-secondary institution through an adjunct agreement with a secondary school or (2) any other post-secondary social sciences course offered for dual credit under the provisions of 511 IAC 6-10.

• Recommended Grade: 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: United States History or History and World Civilizations
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. May be offered for successive semesters
• Counts as an Elective for all diplomas
• Courses that use this title are most often those taught through the post-secondary campus, taught either online or in traditional settings or a combination; and taught by higher education faculty.
• Courses that use this title are those that do not meet specific high school standards for corresponding high school course, as they are standards beyond what is taught in the high school.

Advanced Acting

Advanced Acting 4250 (ADV ACTING)

Advanced Acting is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Advanced Acting research, create, and perform characters through script analysis, observation, collaboration and rehearsal. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre by attending plays, meeting actors and discussing their work, and becoming theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Theatre Arts
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Advanced Chorus

Section #: 4188 Advanced Chorus (L) (ADV CHOR)

Advanced Chorus is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music. Students taking Advanced Chorus develop musicianship and specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. This class includes the study of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Chorus classes provide opportunities for performing, creating, and responding to music. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Beginning and Intermediate Chorus
• Laboratory course
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Advanced Dance History and Appreciation

Section #: 4140 (DNC HIST)

Dance History and Appreciation is based on the Indiana Standards for Dance. This course develops students’ knowledge and appreciation of our multicultural and multi-styled dance heritage. Students study the literature, music, media, and movement associated with a variety of dance genres including Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Ethnic-Folk. Students explore how these forms aid in the preservation and perpetuation of movement communication as an art form. Activities and experiences are designed to develop students’ ability to recognize the historical perspective of dance evolution and styles of dance; study the development of dance and the impact of historical periods and dance’s relationship to other art forms; identify prominent dancers, dance companies, and social groups which have influenced dance; and study dance interactions with society. Students are given opportunities to experience live and recorded dance performances by professional individuals, companies, or social groups that demonstrate cultural and historical perspectives of dance.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Dance History Appreciation
• Credits: 1 semester course for 1 credit
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• A non-licensed dance instructor may be contracted to provide instruction with a licensed Fine Arts teacher serving as the teacher of record.

Advanced Jazz Ensemble

Section #: 4164 (JAZZ ENS)

Jazz Ensemble is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students taking this course develop musicianship and specific performance skills through group and individual settings for the study and performance of varied styles of instrumental jazz. Instruction includes the study of the history, formative, and stylistic elements of jazz. Students develop their creative skills through improvisation, composition, arranging, performing, listening, and analyzing. A limited amount of time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. In addition, a limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend the learning in the classroom. Student participants must also be receiving instruction in another band or orchestra class offering at the discretion of the director.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma if students are enrolled in another band or orchestra course
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Advanced Orchestra

Section #: 4174 (ADV ORCH)

Advanced Orchestra is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students in this ensemble are provided with a balanced comprehensive study of music through the orchestra, string and/or full orchestra, which develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop and refine elements of musicianship including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of orchestral literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Beginning and Intermediate Orchestra
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• Laboratory course

Advanced Technical Theatre

Section #: 4252 (ADV TECH TH)

Advanced Technical Theatre is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Advanced Technical Theatre actively lead and supervise in the process of designing, building, managing, programming, drafting, and implementing the technical aspects of a production. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students investigate technical theatre careers then develop a plan for potential employment or further education through audition, interview or presentation of a portfolio. Students also attend and critique theatrical productions and volunteer to support theatre in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Technical Theatre I and II (L)
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for two successive semesters (Advanced Technical Theatre I and Advanced Technical Theatre II) of instruction at this level, provided that defined standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

ALEKS Algebra I

ALEKS is a computer software learning and assessment program which provides highly differentiated instruction and practice in Algebra I and other mathematics subjects.  ALEKS Algebra I is taken alongside Algebra I and provides additional practice and support in Algebra I topics.

Algebra I

Section #: 2520 (ALG I)

Algebra 1 uses mathematical language and logical thought to discover equations, inequalities, relations, and functions. In this course, students study polynomials as well as quadratic, cubic, and radical equations. This course is aligned with the Indiana State Standards for Algebra 1. (Honors option available)

Algebra I formalizes and extends the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. Five critical areas comprise Algebra I: Relations and Functions; Linear Equations and Inequalities; Quadratic and Nonlinear Equations; Systems of Equations and Inequalities; and Polynomial Expressions. The critical areas deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend, and students engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.

• Credits: A two credit course
• Fulfills the Algebra I/Integrated Mathematics I requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• Students pursuing Core 40, Core 40 with Academics Honors, or Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma should receive credit for Algebra I by the end of Grade 9

Algebra II

Section #: 2522 (ALG II)

Algebra II is a course that extends the content of Algebra I and provides further development of the concept of a function.  Topics include: (1) relations, functions, equations and inequalities; (2) polynomials; (3) algebraic fractions; (4) logarithmic and exponential functions; (5) sequences and series; and (6) statistics and probability. (Honors option available)

Algebra II builds on work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and allows for students to extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions. Students work closely with the expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.

• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I
• Credits: A two credit course
• Fulfills the Algebra II/Integrated Mathematics III requirement for the Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas and counts as a Mathematics Course for the General Diploma

Anatomy and Physiology

Section #: 5276

Anatomy & Physiology is a course in which students investigate and apply concepts associated with human anatomy and physiology. Concepts covered include the process of homeostasis and the essentials of human function at the level of genes, cells, tissues, and organ systems. Students will understand the structure, organization, and function of the various components of the healthy human body in order to apply this knowledge in all health-related fields.

This is a senior level course and will rely on students prerequisite knowledge of physics, chemistry, and biology (especially cell biology and genetics) throughout the course. Activities developing skills in reading and writing scientifically will be leveraged in the course. We will also consider course topics in an evolutionary and medical science context. This course uses an integrative approach and will give students a robust grounding in the scientific understanding of human anatomy & physiology.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Biology
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a science course requirement for all diplomas

AP 2-D Art and Design

(ART 2D AP)

AP 2-D Design is a course established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The AP Program offers three studio art courses and portfolios: 2-Dimensional Design, 3-Dimensional Design, and Drawing. The AP Art portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. The portfolios correspond to most college foundation courses. Students submit portfolios for evaluation at the end of the school year. Students may choose to submit any or all of the Drawing, 2-Dimensional Design, or 3-Dimensional design portfolios. AP Art students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate the artistic skills and ideas they have developed, refined, and applied over the course of the year to produce visual compositions. The portfolio will have two sections: Sustained Investigation and Selected works

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Advanced laboratory 2-D visual arts courses
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills the Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

AP 3-D Art and Design

4052 AP 3-D Art and Design (New name in 2019-2020 for AP Studio Art: 3-D Design)
(ART 3D AP)

AP 3-D Design is a course established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The AP Art Program consists of three portfolio exams—2-D Design, 3-D Design, and Drawing—corresponding to the college foundation courses. Portfolios allow flexibility of coursework while guiding students to produce college-level quality, artistic investigation, and breadth of work. The 3-D Design portfolio involves decision making about how to use the elements and principles of art as they relate to the integration of depth, space, volume, and surface, either actual or virtual. Students' portfolios demonstrate skills and ideas developed, refined, and applied throughout the course to produce visual compositions. Students may choose to submit any or all of the portfolios. Portfolios are evaluated based on standardized scoring descriptors aligned with skills and understanding developed in college foundation courses. The portfolio will have two sections: Sustained Investigation and Selected works.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Advanced laboratory 3-D visual arts courses
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills the Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

AP Biology

3020 AP Biology (L) (BIO AP)

AP Biology is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The major themes of the course include: The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life, Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis, Living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information essential to life processes, Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Biology I and Chemistry I
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Science Course for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

AP Calculus AB

Section #: 2562 (CALC AB AP)

The material covered includes the study and application of differentiation and integration, and graphical analysis including limits, asymptotes, and continuity. This course is typically equivalent to one semester of college calculus. The AP course moves at a faster pace and students can receive college credit by passing the AP exam at the end of the year.

Calculus AB, Advanced Placement is a course based on content established by the College Board. Calculus AB is primarily concerned with developing the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multirepresentational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations also are important. Topics include: (1) functions, graphs, and limits; (2) derivatives; and (3) integrals. Technology should be used regularly by students and teachers to reinforce the relationships among the multiple representations of functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisite:  Pre-Calculus
• Credits: A two credit course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

AP Calculus BC

2572 AP Calculus BC (CALC BC AP)

AP Calculus BC is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. AP Calculus BC is roughly equivalent to both first and second semester college calculus courses and extends the content learned in AP Calculus AB to different types of equations and introduces the topic of sequences and series. This course covers topics
in differential and integral calculus, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. The content of AP Calculus BC is designed to qualify the student for placement and credit in a course that is one course beyond that granted for AP Calculus AB.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus: Algebra
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

AP Chemistry

Section #: 3060 (CHEM AP)

Advanced Placement Chemistry is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The content includes: (1) structure of matter: atomic theory and structure, chemical bonding, molecular models, nuclear chemistry; (2) states of matter: gases, liquids and solids, solutions; and (3) reactions: reaction types, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics and thermodynamics.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11 and 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Algebra II, Pre-calculus/Trigonometry
• Credits: A two credit course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Science Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

AP Computer Science

4570 (COMP SCI AP)

AP Computer Science A is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first semester, college-level course in computer science. The course introduces students to computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design using Java language. These techniques represent proven approaches for developing solutions that can scale up from small, simple problems to large, complex problems. The curriculum for AP Computer Science A is compatible with many CS1 courses in colleges and universities.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Digital Citizenship, Algebra I, and Algebra II
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an Mathematics or Elective for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

AP Environmental Science

Section #: 3012 (ENVSCI AP)

Advanced Placement Environmental Science is a course based on content established by the College Board. Students enrolled in AP Environmental Science investigate the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.

• Recommended Grade Level:  12
• Recommended Prerequisite:  Environmental Science, Advanced
• Credits: A two credit course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Science Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

AP Environmental Science (APES) is designed to be the equivalent of a one semester introductory college course in environmental science. Unlike other introductory courses, environmental science at Herron High School is highly interdisciplinary. We will be discussing topics from the fields of geology, biology, ecology, physics, chemistry and geography. The course will rely heavily on students prerequisite knowledge and understanding of physics, chemistry, and biology. This course is intended to enable students to undertake, as first year college students, a more advanced study of topics in environmental science, or to fulfill a basic requirement in laboratory science, and thus free time for taking other college courses.

The goal of this course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them.

AP Human Geography

Section #: 1572 (HUM GEO AP)

Advanced Placement Human Geography is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The purpose of the AP Human Geography course is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Topics include: (1) Geography: its nature and perspectives, (2) population, (3) cultural patterns and processes, (4) political organization of space, (5) agriculture and rural land use, (6) industrialization and economic development, and (7) cities and urban land use.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended /Required Prerequisites: none
• Credits: A 1 or 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• A Career Academic Sequence or Flex Credit course

AP Language & Composition

AP English Language and Composition is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The course focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing and the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts. The course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which requires students to develop evidence-based analytic and argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Throughout the course, students develop a personal style by making appropriate grammatical choices. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods. There is no prescribed sequence of study.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12 (College Board does not designate when this course should be offered).
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9 and English 10 or teacher recommendation. Students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and apply the conventions of Standard Written English in their writing.
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for grades 11 or 12 for all diplomas

AP Latin

Section #: 2092 (LAT VER AP)

Advanced Placement Latin is a course which follows the College Board course guidelines for AP Latin and prepares students to be successful on the AP Latin exam. The AP Latin exam is designed to test the students’ ability to use Vergil and Caesar as a base.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11-12
• Recommended Prerequisites:  Latin I, II and III
• Credits: A 2-credit course, 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

AP Literature and Composition

1056 AP English Language and Composition (LNG/COMP AP)

AP English Language and Composition is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The course focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing and the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts. The course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing
curriculum, which requires students to develop evidence-based analytic and argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Throughout the course, students develop a personal style by making appropriate grammatical choices. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects
in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods. There is no prescribed sequence of study.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12 (College Board does not designate when this course should be offered).
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9 and English 10 or teacher recommendation; Students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and apply the conventions of standard written English in their writing.
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for grades 11 or 12 for all diplomas

AP Physics 2

3081 AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based (L) (PHYS 2 AP)

AP Physics 2 is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. AP Physics 2: Algebra- based is equivalent to a second-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclear physics.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: AP Physics 1: Algebra-based
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Science Course for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

AP Physics I

AP Physics 1 is the equivalent of the first semester of an introductory, algebra-based Physics college course.  Because this course is yearlong, students will have time to develop deeper conceptual understanding through student-centered, inquiry-based instruction and to master foundational physics principles while engaging in science practices to earn credit or placement. Students explore principles of Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion); work, energy and power; mechanical waves and sound; and introductory, simple circuits.  The course is based on six Big Ideas, which encompass core scientific principles, theories, and processes that cut across traditional boundaries and provide a broad way of thinking about the physical world.

AP Statistics

Section #: 2570 (STAT AP)

This course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and Experimentation, Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference.

Advanced Placement Statistics is a course based on content established by the College Board.  The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics include: (1) exploring data: describing patterns and departures from patterns (2) sampling and experimentation: planning and conducting a study, (3) anticipating patterns: exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation, and (4) statistical inference: estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses.  The use of graphing calculators and computer software is required. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisite:  Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics III
• Credits: 1 or 2 semester course. 1 credit per semester.   Due to the level of rigor, it is recommended that AP Statistics be offered as a 2 semester, 2 credit course.
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

AP United States Government and Politics

Section #: 1560 (US GOVT AP)

Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics is a course based on content established by the College Board. Topics include: (1) constitutional underpinnings of United States government, (2) political beliefs and behaviors, (3) political parties, interest groups, and mass media, (4) institutions of national government, (5) public policy, and (6) civil rights and civil liberties.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 1 or 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills the US Government requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas or counts as an Elective for any diploma

AP United States History

Section #: 1562 (US HIST AP)

Advanced Placement United States History is a course based on the content established by the College Board. The course has a chronological frame from 1492 to the present and focuses on multiple causation and change in United States history over time. A variety of historical themes are examined in order to place the history of the United States into larger analytical contexts. Students are expected to analyze and interpret primary sources and develop awareness of multiple interpretations of historical issues in secondary sources. Historical events and issues in U.S. history are to be examined from multiple perspectives.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 1 or 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills the US History requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas or counts as an Elective for any diploma

AP World History and Civilizations

Section #: 1576

Students of Advanced Placement World History & Civilizations will learn about and study important events, people, and developments from throughout the world. Students will examine the key concepts of continuity and change, universality and particularity, and unity and diversity among various peoples and cultures from the past to the present. All coursework will be in accordance to the Indiana State Academic Standards, as well as those standards set by the College Board and the mission statement of Herron High School. Students will participate in a variety of learning strategies, including research, analysis, and knowledge synthesis, taking in to account the diversity of students’ capabilities.

Based on the goals and charter of the school, AP World History students will participate in the study of the art history timeline. Students will examine, analyze, and interpret important works of art starting with ancient times. The course will also closely follow the classical model of the Trivium: grammar, logic, and rhetoric. The classical liberal arts model of education is at the core of Herron High School.

As an Advanced Placement course, students will be expected to participate in a rigorous course curriculum designed to encourage and challenge historical thinking. The study of primary documents and the formulating of ideas in writing and class discussion are of the utmost importance. Essay writing, in the form of Document-Based Questions (DBQ), comparative questions, and questions dealing with change and continuity over time, will be practiced frequently in preparation for the AP exam. Providing students with the opportunity to earn college credit, while at the same time, preparing those students for the challenges of the university, is at the center of this course.

• Recommended Grade Level: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills the Geography History of the World/World History and Civilization graduation requirement for all diplomas

Applied Advanced Chorus

Advanced Chorus is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music. Advanced Chorus is an auditioned ensemble for students who have demonstrated ability to perform at a high level. Students taking Advanced Chorus develop musicianship and specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. This class includes the study of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Chorus classes provide opportunities for performing, creating, and responding to music. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer's intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. The Advanced Chorus performs at many events that may require overnight travel on occassion. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

Applied Business Math

4512 Applied Business Math (BUS MATH)

Applied Business Math is a course designed to prepare students for roles as entrepreneurs, producers, and business leaders by developing abilities and skills that are part of any business environment. A solid understanding of application of money management skills, navigating industry specific technology and apps, establishing and managing budgets, and maintaining inventory for products and other necessary
skills that provides the foundation for students interested in careers in business related fields and everyday life. The content includes basic mathematical operations related to accounting, banking and finance, marketing, management, and retail. Instructional strategies should include simulations, guest speakers, tours, Internet research, and business experiences

• Recommended Grade: 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• 4 units maximum
• Counts as an elective for the Certificate of Completion
• Fulfills a Mathematics requirement for the Certificate of Completion
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

Applied Career Exploration Internship

0530 Applied Career Exploration Internship (CARR EXP)

The Applied Career Exploration Internship course is a paid or unpaid work experience in the public or private sector that provides for workplace learning in an area of student career interest. Unlike a cooperative education program in which students gain expertise in a specific occupation, the career exploration internship is intended to expose students to broad aspects of a particular industry or career
cluster area by rotating through a variety of work sites or departments. In addition to their workplace learning activities, students participate in 1) regularly scheduled meetings with their classroom teacher, or 2) a regularly scheduled seminar with the teacher for the purpose of helping students make the connection between academic learning and their work-related experiences. Specific instructional standards tied to the career cluster or pathway and learning objectives for the internship must be written to clarify the expectations of all parties – the student, parent, employer, and instructor.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• 4 units maximum
• Counts as an Employability Requirement, Capstone Course or elective for the Certificate of Completion
• Note: This course is exploratory in nature and, as such, does not qualify for reimbursement under the career and technical education funding formula.

Applied Earth and Space Science

3044 Applied Earth and Space Science I (L) (EAS SCI I)

Applied Earth and Space Science I is a course focused on the following core topics: study of the earth’s layers; atmosphere and hydrosphere; structure and scale of the universe; the solar system and earth processes. Students analyze and describe earth’s interconnected systems and examine how earth’s materials, landforms, and continents are modified across geological time. Instruction should focus on
developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation and experimentation, by conducting investigations, and evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations. This course may include a variety of learning experiences and tools to support the process of investigation, data collection, and analysis.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied Units: 4 units maximum
• Counts as an elective or science requirement for the Certificate of Completion

Applied English 10

1004 Applied English 10 (ENG 10)

Applied English 10, an integrated English course based on the Indiana Content Connectors for English/Language Arts in Grades 9-10, is a study of language, literature, composition, and communication, focusing on literature and nonfiction within an appropriate level of complexity for each individual student. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read
and respond to a variety of texts. Students form responses to literature, expository (informative), narrative, and argumentative/persuasive compositions, and research tasks when appropriate. Students deliver ability appropriate presentations with attention to audience and purpose and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied units: 4 units maximum
• Counts as an English/Language Arts Requirement for the Certificate of Completion

Applied English 11

1006 Applied English 11 (ENG 11)

Applied English 11, an integrated English course based on the Indiana Content Connectors English/Language Arts in Grades 9-10 and applicable employability skills. This course is a study of language, literature, composition, and communication focusing on literature with an appropriate level of complexity for each individual student. Students analyze, compare and evaluate a variety of classic and
contemporary literature and nonfiction texts, including those of historical or cultural significance. Students write narratives, responses to literature, academic responses (e.g. analytical, persuasive, expository, summary), and research tasks when appropriate. Students analyze and create visual information in the form of pictures, graphs, charts, and tables. Students write and deliver grade appropriate multimedia presentations and access online information.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied units: 4 units maximum
• Counts as an English/Language Arts Requirement for the Certificate of Completion

Applied English 12

1008 Applied English 12 (ENG 12)

Applied English 12, an integrated English course based on the Indiana Content Connectors English/Language Arts in Grades 9-10 and applicable employability skills. This course is a study of language, literature, composition, and communication focusing on literature with an appropriate level of complexity for each individual student. Students analyze, compare, and evaluate a variety of classic and
contemporary literature and nonfiction texts, including those of historical or cultural significance. Students write narratives, responses to literature, academic responses (e.g. analytical, persuasive, expository, summary), and research tasks when appropriate. Students analyze and create visual information in the form of pictures, graphs, charts, and tables. Students write and deliver grade appropriate multimedia presentations and access online information.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied units: 4 units maximum
• Counts as an English/Language Arts Requirement for the Certificate of Completion
• Course may be used for students in 18-22 year-old programming.

Applied English 9

1002 Applied English 9 (ENG 9)

Applied English 9 is an integrated English course based on the Indiana Content Connectors for English/Language Arts in Grades 9-10, is a study of language, literature, composition, and communication, focusing on literature and nonfiction within an appropriate level of complexity for each individual student. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to a variety of texts. Students form responses to literature, expository (informative), narrative, and argumentative/persuasive compositions, and research tasks when appropriate. Students deliver ability-appropriate presentations with attention to audience and purpose and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied Units: 4 units maximum
• Counts as an English/Language Arts Requirement for the Certificate of Completion

Applied High School to Life

Applied Physical Education

3542 Applied Physical Education I (L) (PHYS ED I)

Applied Physical Education I focuses on instructional strategies through a planned, sequential, and comprehensive physical education curriculum which provides students with opportunities to actively participate in at least four of the following: team sports; dual sport activities; individual physical activities; outdoor pursuits; self-defense and martial arts; aquatics; gymnastics; and dance, all which are
within the framework of lifetime physical activities and fitness. Ongoing assessment includes individual progress and performance-based skill evaluation.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied Units: 2 units maximum
• Counts as a Physical Education requirement for the Certificate of Completion

Applied United States Government

1540 Applied United States Government (US GOVT)

Applied United States Government provides a framework for understanding the purposes, principles, and practices of constitutional representative democracy in the United States. Responsible and effective participation of citizens is stressed. Students understand the nature of citizenship, politics, and governments; the rights and responsibilities of citizens; and how these are part of local, state, and
national government. Students examine how the United States Constitution protects rights and provides the structure and functions of various levels of government. How the United States interacts with other nations and the government’s role in world affairs will be included. Using primary and secondary resources, students will articulate, evaluate, and defend positions on political issues. As a result, they
will recognize their own impact, the role of individuals and groups in government, politics, and civic activities and the need for civic and political engagement of citizens in the United States.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Applied units: 2 units maximum
• Counts as a social studies requirement or elective for the Certificate of Completion

Art History – Classicism and Renaissance

Art History – Renaissance is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking Art History engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production.

Students study art from the Renaissance Period that emerged in Italy in the late 14th century and reached its height in the late 15th and early 16th centuries in the work of Italian masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. An emphasis is placed on understanding the historical and global contexts of the time and its influences since on art and culture.

Students will engage in historically relevant studio activities; utilize research skills to discover social, political, economic, technological, environmental, and historical trends and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma

Art History – Contemporary

Art History is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking Art History engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production. Students study works of art and artifacts from world cultures, engage in historically relevant studio activities; utilize research skills to discover social, political, economic, technological, environmental, and historical trends and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Beginning Jazz Ensemble

Section #: 4164 (JAZZ ENS)

Jazz Ensemble is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students taking this course develop musicianship and specific performance skills through group and individual settings for the study and performance of varied styles of instrumental jazz. Instruction includes the study of the history, formative, and stylistic elements of jazz. Students develop their creative skills through improvisation, composition, arranging, performing, listening, and analyzing. A limited amount of time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. In addition, a limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend the learning in the classroom. Student participants must also be receiving instruction in another band or orchestra class offering at the discretion of the director.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma if students are enrolled in another band or orchestra course
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Beginning Piano and Electronic Keyboard

Section #: 4204 (PIANO KEY)

Piano and Electronic Keyboard is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Music Technology and Instrumental Music. Students taking this course are offered keyboard classes in order to develop music proficiency and musicianship. Students perform with proper posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm, and articulation; compose and improvise melodic and harmonic material; create and perform simple accompaniments; listen to, analyze, sight-read, and study a variety of keyboard literature; study the elements of music as exemplified in a variety of styles; and make interpretive decisions.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Biology I

Section #: 3024 (BIO I)

Biology I is a course based on the following core topics: cellular chemistry, structure and reproduction; matter cycles and energy transfer; interdependence of organisms; molecular basis of heredity; genetics and evolution. Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10
• Credits: A two credit course
• Fulfills the Biology requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Calculus

Section #: 2527 (CALC)

The material covered includes the study and application of differentiation and integration, and graphical analysis including limits, asymptotes, and continuity. This course is typically equivalent to one semester of college calculus. The AP course moves at a faster pace and students can receive college credit by passing the AP exam at the end of the year.

Calculus expands a student’s knowledge of topics like functions, graphs, limits, derivatives, and integrals. Additionally, students will review algebra and functions, modeling, trigonometry, etc. Calculus is made up of five strands: Limits and Continuity; Differentiation; Applications of Derivatives; Integrals; and Applications of Integrals. The eight Process Standards for Mathematics apply throughout the course. Together with the content standards, the Process Standards prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for all diplomas

Chemistry

Chemistry I is a course based on the following core topics: properties and states of matter; atomic structure and the Periodic Table; bonding and molecular structure; reactions and stoichiometry; behavior of gases; thermochemistry; solutions; acids and bases. Students enrolled in Chemistry I compare, contrast, and synthesize useful models of the structure and properties of matter and the mechanisms of its interactions. Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra II (can be taken concurrently)
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a science (physical) course requirement for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

College and Career Prep

College and Career Prep pertains to off-campus, unpaid internships, assigned to qualified ICS students during their senior year. ICS partners with organizations throughout the Indianapolis community, offering students immersive, real-world work experience in a field that interests them as a potential career. In addition to the internship, students will also engage in career-related projects, including, but not limited to, career exploration, research, and resume building. Students who qualify for this course must submit an application, essays, and two teacher recommendations, as well as be in good standing with their graduation credits.

Critical Inquiry Honors

Philosophical Preliminaries. In this unit we will discuss the four causes, what constitutes an answer to questions about each of the causes, and what kinds of reasons are appropriate to justify those different kinds of answers.

After exploring the nature of the question and answer from a more general philosophical perspective in Unit 1, we will examine how particular disciplines pose and answer questions about the world in Units 2 and 3.

The fundamental distinction between kinds of questions considered in Unit 1 hinges on Aristotle’s theory of causality, which categorizes answers to the question why into what are known as the four causes. Each discipline discussed is identified with one primary cause of investigation, which helps to identify the scope of the discipline’s inquiry and the limitations of its conclusions.

In Unit 2: Questions about Racism, we examine a series of readings that consider the question of racism from many different perspectives, including philosophical, scientific, psychological, poetic, ethical/political and historical accounts of the phenomenon, its causes and what answers we might be able to give to the rather haunting question, why? This comparison of how the different disciplines approach the same topic will introduce and begin to create a sense about the different kinds of questions that each discipline asks, the different ways they justify their claims, and how those relate to a real-world issue that confronts us all.

After this topical approach, Unit 3: The Disciplines will consider each discipline in greater detail. The goal is to look seriously at each of the disciplines and what they claim to know.

What question does this discipline excel at answering?
What can I learn from this discipline that I can’t learn from any other discipline?
How does it contribute to my understanding of a particular issue?
What does it look like to explore an idea in this discipline?
What are the limits of what this discipline can know?
What are the pitfalls associated with inquiry in this discipline?

An intensive consideration of the disciplines studied in high school will help us better understand what kinds of questions we are in the habit of answering; with some critical distance we will be in a better position to understand how these questions fit into the larger scope of human inquiry, education and—more generally—life.

Finally, Unit 4: Living Philosophically is a short send-off into the world, with reflections on the role of philosophy, or critical inquiry, in classical education and on the ways in which classical education has shaped the character of individual lives over the past 2500 years.

Dance History and Appreciation

Section #: 4140 (DNC HIST)

Dance History and Appreciation is based on the Indiana Standards for Dance. This course develops students’ knowledge and appreciation of our multicultural and multi-styled dance heritage. Students study the literature, music, media, and movement associated with a variety of dance genres including Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Ethnic-Folk. Students explore how these forms aid in the preservation and perpetuation of movement communication as an art form. Activities and experiences are designed to develop students’ ability to recognize the historical perspective of dance evolution and styles of dance; study the development of dance and the impact of historical periods and dance’s relationship to other art forms; identify prominent dancers, dance companies, and social groups which have influenced dance; and study dance interactions with society. Students are given opportunities to experience live and recorded dance performances by professional individuals, companies, or social groups that demonstrate cultural and historical perspectives of dance.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1 semester course for 1 credit
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• A non-licensed dance instructor may be contracted to provide instruction with a licensed Fine Arts teacher serving as the teacher of record.

Debate

Section #: 1070 (DEBATE)

Debate, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is the study and application of the basic principles of debate involving support for the basic types of arguments (induction, deduction, causation) and debate strategies (affirmative or negative argument construction and extension, case development, refutation or rebuttal of argument claims and evidence, and persuasive speaking).

Debate Project: Students complete a project, such as a mock debate or trial, participation in a forum, competition, or tournament, or an argument supporting or opposing different sides of a major issue, which demonstrates knowledge, application, and presentation progress in the Debate course content.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Speech or teacher recommendation
• Credits: 1 or 2 credits. The nature of this course allows for the second semester of instruction at an advanced level.
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Drawing

Section #: 4060 (DRAWING)

Drawing is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in drawing engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create drawings utilizing processes such as sketching, rendering, contour, gesture, and perspective drawing and use a variety of media such as pencil, chalk, pastels, charcoal, and pen and ink. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (L)
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Earth and Space Science

3044 Earth and Space Science I (L) (EAS SCI I)

Earth and Space Science I is a course focused on the following core topics: universe; solar system; Earth cycles and systems; atmosphere and hydrosphere; solid Earth; Earth processes. Students analyze and describe earth’s interconnected systems and examine how earth’s  materials, landforms, and continents are modified across geological time. Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation, by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory, and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a science course requirement for all diplomas

Ecology

Ecology is the study of organisms’ interactions with each other and the environment. In this senior level, introductory ecology course we will be studying ecology through the lens of environmental science. Topics we cover will include environmental systems, matter & energy, natural disasters, environmental policy, biodiversity, population dynamics, pollution, and natural and anthropogenic cycles.  The course will also focus on the nature of science as a process of critical inquiry through which humans learn about the world around them. The course will use background knowledge from biology, chemistry, and physics.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester, may be offered for successive semesters
• Counts as a science course for all diplomas

Economics

Section #: 1514 (ECON)

Economics examines the allocation of resources and their uses for satisfying human needs and wants. The course analyzes economic reasoning used by consumers, producers, savers, investors, workers, voters, and government in making decisions. Key elements of the course include study of scarcity and economic reasoning, supply and demand, market structures, role of government, national income determination, the role of financial institutions, economic stabilization, and trade. Students will explain that because resources are limited, people must make choices and understand the role that supply, demand, prices, and profits play in a market economy. The functions of government in a market economy and market structures will be examined. Students will understand economic performance, money, stabilization policies, and trade of the United States. The behavior of people, societies and institutions and economic thinking is integral to this course.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit
• Fulfills the Economics requirement for the Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, Core 40 with Technical Honors and International Baccalaureate diplomas, a Social Studies requirement for the General Diploma, or counts as an Elective for any diploma

English 9

Section #: 1002 (ENG 9)

English 9, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 9 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring a wide variety of genres and their elements.  Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 9 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write short stories, responses to literature, expository and persuasive compositions, research reports, business letters, and technical documents. Students deliver grade-appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grade 9
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 2 credits, a two-semester course with 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

English 10

Section #: 1004 (ENG 10)

English 10, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 10 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring universal themes across a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 10 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write short stories, responses to literature, expository and persuasive compositions, research reports, business letters, and technical documents. Students deliver grade-appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grade 10
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9 or teacher recommendation
• Credits: 2 credits, a two-semester course with 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

English 11

Section #: 1006 (ENG 11)

English 11, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 11 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring characterization across universal themes and a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 11 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write fictional narratives, short stories, responses to literature, reflective compositions, historical investigation reports, resumes, and technical documents incorporating visual information in the form of pictures, graphs, and tables. Students write and deliver grade-appropriate multimedia presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grade 11
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9 and English 10 or  teacher recommendation
• Credits: 2 credits, a two-semester course with 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

English 12

Section #: 1008 (ENG 12)

English 12, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts for Grade 12 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication focusing on an exploration of point of view or perspective across a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance for Grade 12 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write fictional narratives, short stories, responses to literature, reflective compositions, historical investigation reports, resumes and technical documents incorporating visual information in the form of pictures, graphs, and tables. Students write and deliver grade-appropriate multimedia presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grade 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: English 9, English 10, and English 11 or teacher recommendation
• Credits: 2 credits, a two-semester course with 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• Students in English 12/Romantic Period through Modern Period will learn, practice, and demonstrate mastery of reading, writing, and critical thinking skills essential for college success. Reading comprehension (genres, content, approach), writing (conventions, products, approach), vocabulary, and listening and speaking targets will be guided by the Grade 12 Indiana Academic Standards for English/Language Arts. Students will produce a minimum of two pieces of formal (out-of-class) writing (1200-1500 words in length) per each academic quarter.
• In accordance with the specific interdisciplinary focus of Herron High School, English 12/Romantic Period through Modern Period literary selections will primarily be aligned with historical periods relating to world cultures between the years 1650 CE – present day.

English as a New Language

2188 English as a New Language (ENL)

English as a New Language, an integrated English course based on the WIDA English Language Development (ELD) Standards, is the study of language, literature, composition and oral communication for English learners (ELs) so that they improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing and comprehension of standard English. Students study English vocabulary used in fictional texts and content-area texts, speak and write English so that they can function within the regular school setting and an English-speaking society, and deliver oral presentations appropriate to their respective levels of English proficiency.

• Recommended Grade: Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, and 12. The intent of the ENL course is to move students as successfully, smoothly, and rapidly as possible into the Core 40 English courses offered in grades 9-12.
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: English proficiency placement test results
• Credit: World Language credit (2188): If ENL course work addresses Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages and is taken concurrently with another English/Language Arts course, up to 8 credits accrued may count as World Language credits for all di
• English/Language Arts credit (1012): If ENL course work addresses Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and is based on general ELA curriculum and student’s Individualized
• Learning Plan, up to 8 credits accrued can be counted as the required English/ Language Arts credits for all diplomas.

Ethnic Studies

1516 Ethnic Studies (ETH STUDIES)

Ethnic Studies provides opportunities to broaden students’ perspectives concerning lifestyles and cultural patterns of ethnic groups in the United States. This course will either focus on a particular ethnic group or groups, or use a comparative approach to the study of patterns of cultural development, immigration, and assimilation, as well as the contributions of specific ethnic or cultural groups. The course may also include analysis of the political impact of ethnic diversity in the United States.

• Recommended Grade: none
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit
• Counts as an elective for all diplomas
• Must be offered at least once per school year

Finite Mathematics

Section #: 2530 (FINITE)

This course covers topics in finite mathematics including elementary matrix algebra, linear programming, introduction to probability, and mathematics of finance.

Finite Mathematics is an umbrella of mathematical topics. It is a course designed for students who will undertake higher-level mathematics in college that may not include calculus. Finite Math is made up of five strands: Sets, Matrices, Networks, Optimization, and Probability. The skills listed in these strands indicate what students should know and be able to do in Finite Math. The eight Process Standards for Mathematics apply throughout the course. Together with the content standards, the Process Standards prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics III
• Credits: 1 to 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum. Due to the level of rigor, it is recommended that Finite Mathematics be offered as a 2 semester, 2 credit course.
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for all diplomas

French I

Section #: 2020 (FREN I)

French I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning French language learning, and to various aspects of French-speaking culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance.

This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of French-speaking culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

French II

Section #: 2022 (FREN II)

French II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for French language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats.

This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of French-speaking culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

French III

Section #: 2024 (FREN III)

French III, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for French language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. This course also emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending detailed written or oral directions.

Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of French-speaking culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

French IV

Section #: 2026 (FREN IV)

French IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning.

Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of French-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the French language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native French speakers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Geometry

Section #: 2532 (GEOM)

Geometry uses logical reasoning, measurement, and geometric construction to investigate the special relationships of lines, angles, triangles, circles and polygons. Through these methods students investigate congruence and similarities of triangles, area and volume, the Pythagorean Theorem, geometric proofs and the basics of trigonometry. (Honors option available)

Geometry formalizes and extends students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Six critical areas comprise the Geometry course: Congruency and Similarity; Measurement; Analytic Geometry; Circles; and Polyhedra. Close attention should be paid to the introductory content for the Geometry conceptual category found in the high school CCSS. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.

• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I
• Credits: A two-credit course
• Fulfills the Geometry/Integrated Mathematics II requirement for the Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas and counts as a Mathematics Course for the General Diploma

Greek I Honors

2220 Greek I (GREEK I)

Greek I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning Greek language learning, and to various aspects of classical Greek culture. This course emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral
directions. Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of classical Greek culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Greek language and culture outside of the classroom.
Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Health

Section #: 3506 (HLTH&WELL)

Health & Wellness, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for Health & Wellness, provides the basis to help students adopt and maintain healthy behaviors. Health education should contribute directly to a student’s ability to successfully practice behaviors that protect and promote health and avoid or reduce health risks.  Through a variety of instructional strategies, students practice the development of functional health information (essential concepts); determine personal values that support health behaviors; develop group norms that value a healthy lifestyle; develop the essential skills necessary to adopt, practice, and maintain health-enhancing behaviors.

This course includes the application of priority areas in a planned, sequential, comprehensive health education curriculum. Priority areas include: promoting personal health and wellness, physical activity, healthy eating, promoting safety and preventing unintentional injury and violence, promoting mental and emotional health, a tobacco-free lifestyle and an alcohol- and other drug-free lifestyle and promoting human development and family health. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills of health and wellness core concepts, analyzing influences, accessing information, interpersonal communication, decision-making and goal-setting skills, health-enhancing behaviors, and health and wellness advocacy skills.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9 – 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: 8th grade health education
• Credits: 1 credit,  1 semester course
• Fulfills the Health & Wellness requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Integrated Chemistry – Physics

Section #: 3018 (ICP)

Integrated Chemistry – Physics is a course focused on the following core topics:  motion and energy of macroscopic objects; chemical, electrical, mechanical and nuclear energy; properties of matter; transport of energy; magnetism; energy production and its relationship to the environment and economy.  Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures

• Recommended Grade Level: 9
• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I (may be taken concurrently with this course)
• Credits: A two-credit course
• Fulfills the 2 credit requirement for Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry and Physics towards the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Intermediate Chorus

Intermediate Chorus is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music. Students taking Intermediate Chorus develop musicianship and specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. This class includes the study of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Chorus classes provide opportunities for performing, creating, and responding to music. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Beginning Chorus
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Intermediate Jazz Ensemble

Section #: 4164 (JAZZ ENS)

Jazz Ensemble is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students taking this course develop musicianship and specific performance skills through group and individual settings for the study and performance of varied styles of instrumental jazz. Instruction includes the study of the history, formative, and stylistic elements of jazz. Students develop their creative skills through improvisation, composition, arranging, performing, listening, and analyzing. A limited amount of time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. In addition, a limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend the learning in the classroom. Student participants must also be receiving instruction in another band or orchestra class offering at the discretion of the director.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma if students are enrolled in another band or orchestra course
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Intermediate Orchestra

Intermediate Orchestra is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Instrumental Music. Students in this ensemble are provided with a balanced comprehensive study of music through the orchestra, string and/or full orchestra, which develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop and refine elements of musicianship including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of orchestral literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

Intermediate Piano and Electric Keyboard

Section #: 4204 (PIANO KEY)

Piano and Electronic Keyboard is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Music Technology and Instrumental Music. Students taking this course are offered keyboard classes in order to develop music proficiency and musicianship. Students perform with proper posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm, and articulation; compose and improvise melodic and harmonic material; create and perform simple accompaniments; listen to, analyze, sight-read, and study a variety of keyboard literature; study the elements of music as exemplified in a variety of styles; and make interpretive decisions.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Introduction to 2D Art

Section #: 4000 (2D ART)

Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking this course engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, production, and integrated studies and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students explore historical and cultural background and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; create two-dimensional works of art, reflect upon the outcomes, and revise their work; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. They identify ways to utilize and support art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma

Introduction to 3D Art

Section #: 4002 (3D ART)

Introduction to Three-Dimensional Art is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking this course engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, production, and integrated studies and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students explore historical and cultural background and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; create three-dimensional works of art, reflect upon the outcomes, and revise their work; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. They identify ways to utilize and support art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (L)
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Introduction to Acting and Theatre

Section #: 4242 (THTR ARTS)

Theatre Arts is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Theatre Arts read and analyze plays, create scripts and theatre pieces, conceive scenic designs, and develop acting skills. These activities incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for two successive semesters (Theatre Arts I and Theatre Arts II) of instruction at this level, provided that defined standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Introduction to Computer Science

4803 Introduction to Computer Science (INTO CS)

Introduction to Computer Science allows students to explore the world of computer science. Students will gain a broad understanding of the areas composing computer science. Additionally, there is a focus on the areas of computer programming, gaming/mobile development, and artificial intelligence/robotics.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 to 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

Introduction to Engineering Design

4802 Introduction to Engineering Design (INT ENG DES)

Introduction to Engineering Design is a fundamental pre-engineering course where students become familiar with the engineering design process. Students work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using industry standard sketches and current 3D design and modeling software to represent and communicate solutions. Students apply their knowledge through hands-on
projects and document their work with the use of an engineering notebook. Students begin with completing structured activities and move to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills. Ethical issues related to professional practice and product development are also presented. NOTE: This course aligns
with the PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design curriculum. Use of the PLTW curriculum may require additional training and membership in the PLTW network.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• NOTE: Schools that have agreed to be part of the Project Lead the Way network must follow all training and data collection requirements.

Introduction to World Music

Section #: 4026 (MUS HIST)

Music History and Appreciation is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Music and standards for this specific course. Students receive instruction designed to explore music and major musical styles and periods through understanding music in relation to both Western and Non-Western history and culture. Activities include analyzing and describing music; evaluating music and music performances; and understanding relationships between music and the other arts, as well as disciplines outside of the arts.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: A 1 or 2-semester course for 1 credit each semester. The nature of this course allows for two successive semesters of instruction, provided that defined standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Journalism – Yearbook

Journalism: Yearbook is a two-semester course in Student Media based on the High School Journalism Standards and the Student Media Standards. Students demonstrate their ability to do journalistic writing and design for high school yearbooks. Students follow the ethical principles and legal boundaries that guide scholastic journalism. Students express themselves publicly with meaning and clarity for the purpose of informing, entertaining, and persuading. Students work on high school media staffs so that they may prepare themselves for career paths in journalism, communications, writing, or related fields. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels. May be offered over three or four years by subtitling the course Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced.

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas, and Fulfills the Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors.
• Incoming 9th graders must get special permission, and there is an interview and a screening for 10-12 graders. 

L202 Literature; Dual Credit through Indiana University

Close analysis of representative texts (poetry, drama, fiction) designed to develop art of lively, responsible reading through class discussion and writing of papers, including a documented research paper. Attention to literary design of critical method. May be repeated once for credit by special arrangement with Department of English and Linguistics.

Latin I

Section #: 2080 (LAT I)

Latin I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning Latin language learning, and to various aspects of classical Roman culture. This course emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance.Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of classical Roman culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom.Recommended Grade Level 9-12Recommended Prerequisites NoneCredits A 2-credit courseFulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Latin II

Section #: 2082 (LAT II)

Latin II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Latin language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation.

Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of classical Roman culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9-12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Latin I
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Latin III

Section #: 2084 (LAT III)

Latin III, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Latin language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending details written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation.

Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of classical Roman culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding Latin language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9-12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Latin I and II
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Latin IV Honors: Prose

Section #: 2086 (LAT IV)

Latin IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. Students will continue to develop presentational skills by giving presentations on cultural topics and presenting culturally authentic material, such as plays. This course emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning.

Though interpersonal communication is not an explicit emphasis of this course, opportunities may be provided for students to practice strategies that facilitate advanced oral and written communication, such as circumlocution. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of classical Roman culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well as exploration of the use and influence of the Latin language and culture in the community beyond the classroom through activities such as the identification and evaluation of resources intended for those fluent in Latin.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10-12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Latin I, II and III
• Credits: A 2-credit course
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Marketing Field Experience

Marketing/Field Experience pertains to off-campus, unpaid internships, assigned to qualified ICS students during their senior year. ICS partners with organizations throughout the Indianapolis community, offering students immersive, real-world work experience in a field that interests them as a potential career. In addition to the internship, students will also engage in career-related projects, including, but not limited to, career exploration, research, and resume building. Students who qualify for this course must submit an application, essays, and two teacher recommendations, as well as be in good standing with their graduation credits.

Math 10

Math 10 is a two-semester course designed to reinforce and elevate the Algebra 1 and 8th grade geometry knowledge and skills necessary for students to successfully complete high school mathematics courses beyond Algebra 1 and essentials for passing the state's graduation qualifying exam in mathematics. Enrollment will be contingent upon recommendation of the Algebra I or Integrated Math I teacher based on diagnostic results of performance in Algebra I and/or mathematics competency assessments. The standards for this course are aligned to the state standards that students need to master for success with the state's graduation qualifying exam in mathematics and the next level math courses. Emphasis is on a variety of instructional methods designed to meet each student's needs and delivered through competency-based units with frequent pre and post assessment data analyzed to drive instructional design and delivery.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10
• Recommended Prerequisites: Students who have attempted a complete year of Algebra 1
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for the General Diploma only or as an Elective for the Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Musical Theatre

Section #: 0518 (MUS THTR)

Musical Theatre is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students in this course study the history of musical theatre and its place in today’s society. They participate in staging, choreographing, rehearsing, and performing an original or existing musical work. This class may be taught collaboratively among music, theatre, dance, and visual arts faculty. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: a 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for two successive semesters (Theatre Arts I and Theatre Arts II) of instruction at this level, provided that defined standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Mythology in Theatre

4254 Theatre Arts Special Topic (THTR ART ST)

Theatre Arts, Special Topics is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students taking this course focus on a specific subject related to theatre arts, such as: Shakespeare, Children’s Theatre, Directing, Arts Management, and other specialized areas of study. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade: 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Theatre Arts
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• Laboratory Course

Painting

Section #: 4064 (PAINTING)

Painting is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students taking painting engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production that lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create abstract and realistic paintings, using a variety of materials such as mixed media, watercolor, oil, and acrylics as well as techniques such as stippling, gouache, wash, and impasto. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (L)
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

This course will challenge you to become a more independent painter and learner.  An emphasis will be placed on the development of your understanding and implementation of the Elements and Principles of Art.  While at the same time, this course will require you to experiment both technically and conceptually.  A continued emphasis will be placed on the study of the Art History Timeline.  You will be asked to reference artists or artistic movements that interest you.

This semester will require you to work more like real artists.  You will be responsible for working with ideas and creating art that interests you.  Creative independence may not come easily, but we will work on the development of your creative and conceptual thinking as well as the technical skills that will help you to express yourself.

Peer Tutoring

0520 Peer Tutoring (PEER TUTR)

Peer Tutoring provides high school students with an organized exploratory experience to assist students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12), through a helping relationship, with their studies and personal growth and development. The course provides opportunities for the students taking the course to develop a basic understanding of individual differences and to explore career options in related fields. Peer Tutoring experiences are preplanned by the teacher trainer and any cooperating teacher under whom the tutoring is to be provided. It must be conducted under the supervision of a licensed teacher. The course provides a balance of class work relating to the development of and use of: (1) listening skills, (2) communication skills, (3) facilitation skills, (4) decision-making skills, and (5) teaching strategies.

• Recommended Grade: 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 to 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
• Counts as an elective for all diplomas

Photography

Section #: 4062 (PHOTOGRPH)

Photography is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in photography engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works, creating photographs, films, and videos utilizing a variety of digital tools and darkroom processes. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (L)
• Credits: 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• Laboratory Course

Physical Education

Section #: 3542 (PHYS ED)

Physical Education I focuses on instructional strategies through a planned, sequential, and comprehensive physical education curriculum which provide students with opportunities to actively participate in at least four of the following: team sports; dual sport activities; individual physical activities; outdoor pursuits; self-defense and martial arts; aquatics; gymnastics; and dance, all which are within the framework of lifetime physical activities and fitness. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluation. Individual assessments may be modified for individuals with disabilities, in addition to those with IEP’s and 504 plans (e.g., chronic illnesses, temporary injuries, obesity, etc.). See 511 IAC 7-27-9, 7-27-11.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9 – 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: Grade 8 Physical Education
• Credits: 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills part of the Physical Education requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• Recommended: Classes are co-educational unless the activity involves bodily contact or groupings based on an objective standard of individual performance developed and applied without regard to gender.
• Adapted physical education must be offered, as needed, in the least restricted environment and must be based upon an individual assessment.
• As a designated laboratory course, 25% of course time must be spent in activity

Physics

Section #: 3084 (PHYS I)

Physics I is a course focused on the following core topics: motion and forces; energy and momentum; temperature and thermal energy transfer; electricity and magnetism; vibrations and waves; light and optics. Instruction should focus on developing student understanding that scientific knowledge is gained from observation of natural phenomena and experimentation by designing and conducting investigations guided by theory and by evaluating and communicating the results of those investigations according to accepted procedures.

• Credits: A two-credit course
• Fulfills the 2 credit requirement for Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry and Physics towards the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Political Science

Section #: 1530 (POLI SCI)

Political Science provides for a study of the processes and goals of politics; processes of government; methods by which decisions are made; and the basis of decision making. The course goes beyond the study of governmental structure and functions to include and analysis of topics such as: (1) the nature of the American party system, (2) interest groups, (3) public opinion, (4) laws which affect students, (5) reasons laws are changed, (6) due process of law, (7) legal rights, and (8) legal responsibilities. Comparative studies of governmental systems in nations other than the United States may also be included.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisite: United States Government
• Credits: 1-semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as an Elective for all diplomas

Pre Advanced Placement Biology

3020 AP Biology (L) (BIO AP)

AP Biology is a course based on the content established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. The major themes of the course include: The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life, Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis, Living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information essential to life processes, Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties.

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Biology I and Chemistry I
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Science Course for all diplomas
• Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course

Pre Advanced Placement Chemistry

Pre AP Chemistry is an honors level chemistry course that will prepare students for AP Chemistry.  Students typically take AP Chemistry the year following Pre AP Chemistry. The course is heavily math-based and comfort with algebra 1 and general mathematics concepts such as scientific notation will be expected. The course will also include laboratory work.

Topics studied will include:

• Measurements, units, and the scientific method
• Atoms and Molecules
• Atomic Structure
• Molecular Structure
• Polyatomic Ions and Molecular Geometry
• Chemical Reactions
• Stoichiometry
• Acid Base Chemistry
• Chemistry of Solutions
• Gas Laws
• Thermodynamics
• Kinetics
• Chemical Equilibrium
• Oxidation-Reduction reactions

The course follows the Indiana Academic Standards for chemistry 1 with added standards  from the College Board to prepare students for AP Chemistry. The full Indiana content standards can be accessed online here.

• Recommended Grade Level: The course is typically taken in grade 10.

Pre Advanced Placement English 10

Section #: 1004 (ENG 10)

English 10, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grade 10 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring universal themes across a wide variety of genres. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to representative works of historical or cultural significance appropriate for Grade 10 in classic and contemporary literature balanced with nonfiction. Students write short stories, responses to literature, expository and persuasive compositions, research reports, business letters, and technical documents. Students deliver grade-appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grade 10
• Recommended Prerequisite: English 9 or teacher recommendation
• Credits: 2 credits, a two-semester course with 1 credit per semester
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Pre Advanced Placement Pre-Calculus

This course is primarily focused on preparing students for success in AP Calculus. Pre-AP Calculus explores topics in algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry, with applications specifically chosen for their relevance to calculus.

Pre-AP Pre-Calculus is a fast-paced, extremely rigorous course in which students are expected to remember basic concepts from Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II in an effort to learn how to analyze information and make connections between these four courses. In the first two courses, students were taught skills of algebra and geometry. In Algebra II, students began to think analytically about functions – linear, absolute value, quadratic, and exponential. In the current course, the focus will be building upon those families of functions to expand understanding to other algebraic functions as well as the trigonometric functions.

Particular emphasis is placed on the understanding of concepts instead of merely knowing and applying skills. The line of thinking that is used will be referred to as the Rule of Four. That is, students discover numerical, graphical, and analytical methods of understanding concepts and are required to express their understanding through both the spoken word through in-class presentations and in free response problems that appear on quizzes, exams, and homework assignments.

Pre-Calculus

Section #: 2568 (PRECAL)

In pre-calculus students learn the skills necessary to succeed in a college-level calculus course. Topics include Function Analysis, Logarithms and Exponentials, and Trigonometry.

Pre-Calculus extends the course of study in algebraic reasoning past Algebra II (or Integrated Math III). The foundations of algebra and functions developed in previous courses will be extended to new functions, including exponential and logarithmic functions, and to higher-level sequences and series. This course will allow students to more accurately model real-life phenomena that are regular topics of discussion in college-level STEM courses. Students pursuing non-STEM careers will benefit from an increased understanding of mathematical modeling and data analysis, both of which are increasingly used in nearly all career fields.

• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics III
• Credits: A one-credit course (Pre-Calculus can be taken with Trigonometry to substitute for the two-credit Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry course).
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Probability and Statistics

Section #: 2546 (PROB/STAT)

Topics include: (1) descriptive statistics, (2) probability, and (3) statistical inference.  Practical examples based on real experimental data are used throughout.  Students plan and conduct experiments or surveys and analyze the resulting data.

Probability and Statistics includes the concepts and skills needed to apply statistical techniques in the decision-making process. Topics include: (1) descriptive statistics, (2) probability, and (3) statistical inference. Practical examples based on real experimental data are used throughout. Students plan and conduct experiments or surveys and analyze the resulting data. The use of graphing calculators and computer programs is encouraged.

• Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics III
• Credits: A one-credit course
• Counts as a Mathematics Course for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

PSYCH 101 - Psychology; Dual credit through Ivy Tech

Section #: 1532 (PSYCH)

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behavior. The course is divided into six content areas and uses the scientific methods to explore research methods and ethical consideration.  Developmental psychology takes a lifespan approach to physical, cognitive, language, emotional, social, and moral development. Cognitive aspects of the course focus on learning, memory, information processing, and language. Personality, Assessment, and Mental Health topics include psychological disorders, treatment, personality, and assessment. Socio-cultural dimensions of behavior deal with topics such as conformity, obedience, perceptions, attitudes, and influence of the group on the individual. The Biological Basis focuses on the way the brain and nervous system function, including sensation, perception, motivation, and emotion.

• Recommended Grade Level: None
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1 or 2 semester course. 1 credit per semester. This course and corresponding exam are intended to be comparable to the corresponding one-semester college level course.
• Counts as an Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Reading and Composition I

Developmental Reading is a supplemental course that provides students with individualized instruction designed to support success in completing language arts coursework aligned with Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts in Grades 9-12 and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, focusing on the Reading Standards (Standards 1, 2, and 3).

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 9-12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1-8 credits.  The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels.
• Counts as an Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• This course is for students who need additional support in vocabulary development and reading comprehension.
• NOTE:  The course may also be used for students who need extra preparation to take Advanced Placement classes or college placement examinations.

Reading and Composition 2: Themes in Lit

Reading and Composition is a supplemental course that provides students with individualized instruction designed to support success in completing coursework aligned with Indiana’s English and Language Arts Academic Standards.

Reading and Composition 3: Themes in Lit

Reading and Composition is a supplemental course that provides students with individualized instruction designed to support success in completing coursework aligned with Indiana’s English and Language Arts Academic Standards.

Reading and Composition: Intensive

Reading and Composition is a supplemental course that provides students with individualized instruction designed to support success in completing coursework aligned with Indiana’s English and Language Arts Academic Standards.

Robotics Design and Innovation

4728 Robotics Design and Innovation (RDI)

Robotics Design and Innovation allows students to design, program, and test innovative technological designs related to robotic systems. Topics involve mechanics, pneumatics, control technologies, computer fundamentals, and programmable control technologies. Students design, build, and optimize robots to perform a variety of predesignated tasks. Individuals or small teams may choose to participate in organized robotic competitions or develop their own events during the course. Through this course, students will investigate exciting career and collegiate programs of study.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 1 or 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Sculpture

Section #: 4044 (SCULPT)

Sculpture is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in sculpture engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production. Using materials such as plaster, clay, metal, paper, wax, and plastic, students create portfolio quality works. Students at this level produce works for their portfolios that demonstrate a sincere desire to explore a variety of ideas and problems. They create realistic and abstract sculptures utilizing subtractive and additive processes of carving, modeling, construction, and assembling. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (L), Introduction to Three-Dimensional Art (L)
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Select Treble Chorus

Select Treble Chorus is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for High School Choral Music. Select Treble Chorus is an auditioned ensemble sor singers who are able to demonstrate ability to perform advanced literature. Students taking Advanced Chorus develop musicianship and specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. This class includes the study of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Chorus classes provide opportunities for performing, creating, and responding to music. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer's intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and performances. A number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. The Select Treble Chorus participates in ISSMA Ensemble Contest as well as Choral State Qualifications each Spring. The Select Treble Chorus offers some travel and performance opportunities that may require overnight travel. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

Senior Composition

Composition is a study and application of the rhetorical writing strategies of narration, description, exposition, and persuasion. Using the writing process, students demonstrate a command of vocabulary, English language conventions, research and organizational skills, an awareness of the audience, the purpose for writing, and style. Students write a variety of types of compositions with a focus on fictional narratives, reflective compositions, academic essays, and responses to various types of writing, including nonfiction.

Shakespeare for the stage

4254 Theatre Arts Special Topic (THTR ART ST)

Theatre Arts, Special Topics is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students taking this course focus on a specific subject related to theatre arts, such as: Shakespeare, Children’s Theatre, Directing, Arts Management, and other specialized areas of study. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade: 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: none
• Recommended Prerequisites: Theatre Arts
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• Laboratory Course

SOCI 111 - Sociology; Dual credit through Ivy Tech

Spanish I

2120 Spanish I (SPAN I)

Spanish I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning Spanish language learning, and to various aspects of Spanish-speaking culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of Spanish-speaking culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal
communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Spanish language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma

Spanish II

2122 Spanish II (SPAN II)

Spanish II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Spanish language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening
comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of Spanish-speaking culture; report on basic family and social
practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Spanish language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: Spanish I
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma

SPANISH III

2124 (SPAN III)

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Spanish I and II
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Spanish IV

2126 Spanish IV (SPAN IV)

Spanish IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop an understanding of Spanish-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the Spanish language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native Spanish speakers.

• Recommended Grade: 10, 11, 12
• Required Prerequisites: Spanish I, II, and III
• Recommended Prerequisites: none
• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Speech

Section #: 1076 (SPEECH)

Speech, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for English/Language Arts and the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts Standards, is the study and application of the basic principles and techniques of effective oral communication. Students deliver focused and coherent speeches that convey clear messages, using gestures, tone, and vocabulary appropriate to the audience and purpose. Students deliver different types of oral and multi-media presentations, including viewpoint, instructional, demonstration, informative, persuasive, and impromptu. Students use the same Standard English conventions for oral speech that they use in their writing.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 9-12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1 or 2 credits
• Fulfills an English/Language Arts requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to combine this course with a literature or composition course that they take before, concurrently, or after the course.

Symphony Orchestra

Students in this ensemble are provided with a balanced comprehensive study of music through the orchestra, string and/or full orchestra, which develops skills in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Ensemble and solo activities are designed to develop and refine elements of musicianship including tone production, technical skills, intonation, music reading skills, listening skills, analyzing music, studying historically significant styles of orchestral literature, and integration of other applicable disciplines. Experiences include improvising, conducting, playing by ear, and sight-reading. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer's intent in performance of music. Time outside of the school day may be scheduled for rehearsals and
performances. A limited number of public performances may serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and musical goals. Students are required to participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Beginning and Intermediate Orchestra
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• Laboratory course

Technical Theatre

Section #: 4244 (TECH THTR)

Technical Theatre is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Technical Theatre actively engage in the process of designing, building, managing, and implementing the technical aspects of a production. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: A 1-semester course for 1 credit. The nature of this course allows for two successive semesters (Technical Theatre I and Technical Theatre II) of instruction at this level, provided that defined standards are utilized.
• Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

Theatre Production

Section #: 4248 (THTR PROD)

Theatre Production is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Theatre Production take on responsibilities associated with rehearsing and presenting a fully mounted theatre production. They read and analyze plays to prepare for production; conceive and realize a design for a production, including set, lighting, sound and costumes; rehearse and perform roles in a production; and direct or serve as assistant director for a production. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students investigate a theatre arts career then develop a plan for potential employment or further education through audition, interview, or presentation of a portfolio. Students also attend and critique theatrical productions and volunteer to support theatre in their community.

• Recommended Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, or 12
• Credits: 1 semester course, 1 credit per semester. The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at an advanced level provided that defined proficiencies and content standards are utilized.
• Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

United States Government

Section #: 1540 (US GOVT)

United States Government provides a framework for understanding the purposes, principles, and practices of constitutional representative democracy in the United States. Responsible and effective participation of citizens is stressed. Students will understand the nature of citizenship, politics, and governments and understand the rights and responsibilities of citizens and how these are part of local, state, and national government. Students will examine how the United States Constitution protects rights and provides the structure and functions of various levels of government. How the United States interacts with other nations and the government’s role in world affairs will be examined. Using primary and secondary resources, students will articulate, evaluate, and defend positions on political issues. As a result, they will be able to explain the role of individuals and groups in government, politic, and civic activities and the need for civic and political engagement of citizens in the United States.

• Recommended Grade Level: Grades 11 or 12
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 1 semester, 1 credit
• Fulfills the Government requirement for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas or counts as an Elective for any diploma

United States History

Section #: 1542 (US HIST)

United States History builds upon concepts developed in previous studies of U.S. History. Students are expected to identify and review significant events, persons, and movements in the early development of the nation. The course then gives major emphasis to the interaction of key events, people, and political, economic, social, and cultural influences in national developments from the late nineteenth century through the present.  Students are expected to trace and analyze chronological periods and examine the significant themes and concepts in U,S. History. They will develop historical thinking and research skills and use primary and secondary sources to explore topical issues and to understand the cause for changes in the nation over time.

• Recommended Grade Level: None
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 2-semester course, 1 credit each semester
• Fulfills the US History requirement of the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas

W131 Composition – Dual Credit through Indiana University

ENG W131: Reading, Writing, & Inquiry I is a one-semester Indiana University course that offers instruction and practice in the critical reading and writing skills required for college-level work, with an emphasis on written assignments that call for summary, critique, analysis, and arguments based on sources. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the rigor of writing throughout college. The focus is on scholarly investigation of sources, critical thinking and reading, learning how to recognize and utilize specific writing strategies, skills and fluency.

World History and Civilizations

Section #: 1548 (WLD HST/CVL)

World History emphasizes events and developments in the past that greatly affected large numbers of people across broad areas and that significantly influenced peoples and places in subsequent eras. Key events related to people and places as well as transcultural interaction and exchanges are examined in this course. Students are expected to compare and contrast events and developments involving diverse peoples and civilizations in different regions of the world. They will examine examples of continuity and change, universality and particularity, and unity and diversity among various peoples and cultures from the past to the present. Students are also expected to practice skills and process of historical thinking and research and apply content knowledge to the practice of thinking and inquiry skills and processes. There will be continuous and pervasive interactions of processes and content, skills and substance, in the teaching and learning of history.

• Recommended Grade Level: None
• Recommended Prerequisites: None
• Credits: 2-semester course, 1 credit per semester