To the student:

This registration handbook is designed to acquaint you with the curriculum offerings at Edwards County High School and to inform you of a variety of credit requirements that affect you. The information will help you plan your high school courses.

This booklet is also the basis for your class registration for next year. It contains information necessary for registration and lists of graduation and college requirements, as well as course descriptions.

Please read carefully the procedures on the following page. We hope this booklet is helpful to you and your parents. Please feel free to contact the guidance office if we can be of service to you.

Vicki Litherland, Guidance Counselor

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Registration Procedures................................................................................................. 2

II. List of Graduation Requirements

1. For Edwards County High School................................................... 3

2. For 4-year colleges in Illinois............................................................ 3

3. For NCAA Division I & II Athletics............................................... 4

III. List of Curriculum Offerings

1. Vocational Programs......................................................................... 5

2. Academic/General Programs............................................................ 6

IV. List of Required Courses and Electives for Each Class

1. Freshmen........................................................................................... 7

2. Sophomores...................................................................................... 8

3. Juniors............................................................................................... 9

4. Seniors............................................................................................ 10

VI. Course Descriptions..................................................................................................... 11

VII. Sports, Clubs and Organizations................................................................................. 27

VIII. Transfer Students......................................................................................................... 30

EDWARDS COUNTY COMMUNITY UNIT DISTRICT #1 complies with federal and state laws insuring equal opportunity of education and services offered to students, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, religion or handicap.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

The guidance office will distribute registration booklets and pertinent information to students beginning with juniors. Students should discuss the course description information and their career and college plans with their parents and make decisions about their courses for next year.

After the initial group meetings, students will have the opportunity to meet with the guidance counselor. The counselor will answer specific questions and aid the student in making his/her plans and selecting his/her courses for next year.

When registration of juniors is completed, the sophomores and the freshmen will receive registration information and follow the same procedures. A meeting with parents of 8th graders will be held at a date to be announced.

Students and their parents are encouraged to talk with the guidance counselor if they have questions.

FOUR-YEAR PLAN

You will be given a Four-Year Plan form to help you focus on your career and college plans. Students who do not look ahead often find they do not have the necessary courses for making decisions when they graduate. This plan is based on how you view your future at this time. As you progress through school and make more definite decisions about your career, you may make changes in your Four-Year Plan. You are to complete the Plan, keep one copy for yourself, and give one copy to the guidance counselor when you register. If you would like help in making your plan, you are welcome to see the guidance counselor.

COURSE REQUESTS

In registering for the next school year, you will select the classes that you would like to take. You will be given a form to list your course requests. You are to choose courses for a total of eight (8) credits and four alternates. Because the master schedule will be created on the basis of student registrations, you will not be allowed to change your mind about your course requests after registration closes. Please choose your alternates as carefully as you do your first choices, as you may have to take the alternatives. Under special circumstances, a student may be added to a class with teacher approval.

GRADUATION/ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

29.5 credits for graduation (32 credits can be accumulated over 4 years)

SPECIFIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS

3 Credits of English (including English I, Oral & Written Communication, Survey of American Literature and Writing about Film or Composition I) for the Class of 2010 and 2011. 4 credits of English for the Class of 2012 and 2013.

3 Credits of Mathematics (including 1 credit in Algebra I and 1 credit in a geometry- concept class)

2 Credits of Science

2 Credits of Social Studies including

1 Credit of U.S. History and

½ Credit of Government

½ Credit of Economics or

½ Credit of Resource Management or

1 Credit of Agriculture IV

½ Credit of Health

¼ Credit of Driver Education

3.75 Credits of Physical Education

½ Credit of Introduction to Computers A or

½ Credit Computer Literacy I (for freshmen & Sophomores)

1 Credit selected from the following:

Art, Music, Vocational Education, Foreign Language

As per board policy, students identified as having deficit areas from the PSAE results will successfully complete the remediation program by passing the remediation classes in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.

As approved by the Board of Education, students failing to pass the remediation classes will not participate in the graduation ceremony but will have the opportunity to receive a diploma by passing the school developed competency exam in the remedial area(s) following graduation. Students failing to pass the competency exam will not graduate with their class; however, they may return in the fall and take course work in their deficit area(s) to receive their diploma.

ILLINOIS COLLEGE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

4 Credits of English

3 Credits of Mathematics (including Geometry & Algebra II)

3 Credits of Social Studies

3 Credits of Laboratory Science

2 Credits of Foreign Language, Music, Art, or Vocational Education

CORE CREDITS REQUIRED FOR NCAA CERTIFICATION

Division I

Division II

English Core

Math Core (Algebra I or higher)

Science Core (Including at least one year of lab science, if offered.)

Social Science Core

4 years

3 years

2 years

3 years

2 years

Additional English, Math or Science

1 year

2 years

Additional Courses

(English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language, Philosophy, Nondoctrinal Religion)

4 years

3 years

TOTAL CORE UNITS REQUIRED

COURSE SEQUENCE OF VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION	FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE PROGRAMS
Intro. to the Ag. Industry (Fr)	Skills for Life (sem) (Fr, So, Jr)
Basic Agricultural Science (Fr, So)	Foods & Nutrition I (So, Jr, Sr)
Agricultural Sales & Marketing (So, Jr)	Foods & Nutrition II (Jr, Sr)
Agricultural Business Management (Sr)	Child Development (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Agricultural Machinery Service (Jr, Sr)	Fashion Merchandising (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Agricultural Mechanics & Technology (Jr, Sr)	Living Environments (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Biological Science App. in Ag. I (sem) (Jr,Sr)	Parenting (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Biological Science App. in Ag. II (sem) (Jr, Sr)	Adult Living (sem) (Jr, Sr)
	Exploring Professional Cooking (sem) (Jr, Sr)
BUSINESS – ACCOUNTING	Resource Management (sem) (Sr)
Intro to Computers A (sem) (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)	Hospitality Services (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Intro to Computers B (sem) (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)
Word Processing Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	INDUSTRIAL ED – AUTO MECHANICS
Accounting I (Jr, Sr)	Intro to Technology (Fr, So, Jr)
Computerized Accounting (sem) (Sr)	Power Mechanics (So, Jr, Sr)
Spreadsheet Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	Auto Mechanics I (Jr, Sr)
Database Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	Auto Mechanics II (2 credits) (Sr)
Office Practice A (sem) (Jr, Sr)
	INDUSTRIAL ED – MANUFACTURING
BUSINESS – INFORMATION PROCESSING	Intro to Technology (Fr, So, Jr)
Intro to Computers A (sem) (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)	Intro to CAD (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Intro to Computers B (sem) (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)	CAD I (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Word Processing Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	CAD II (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Spreadsheet Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	CAD III (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Database Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	Intro to Manufacturing A (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Desktop Publishing & Web Design (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)	Manufacturing I (Jr, Sr)
Accounting I (Jr, Sr)	Advanced Manufacturing (Sr)
Office Practice B (sem) (Jr, Sr)

BUSINESS – ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Intro to Computers A (sem) (Fr, Sr, Jr, Sr)
Intro to Computers B (sem) (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)
Word Processing Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Spreadsheet Applications (sem) (so, Jr, Sr)
Database Applications (sem) (So, Jr, Sr)
Office Practice A (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Office Practice B (sem) (Jr, Sr)
Accounting I (Jr, Sr)

The United States Department of Education and the State of Illinois recognize the educational programs and philosophies embraced by the following student organizations as being an integral part of vocational education instructional programs:

FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America

FCCLA – Family, Career and Community Leaders of America

FFA – Future Farmers of America

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

* Designates classes offered during the 2010-2011 school year.

AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT

AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (Ag IV) (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course will develop students' understanding of the agricultural industry relating to the United States and world marketplace. Instructional units include: business ownership types, planning and organizing the agribusiness, financing the agribusiness, keeping and using records in an agribusiness, operating the agribusiness, agricultural law, taxes, and developing employability skills. Student skills will be enhanced in math, reading comprehension, and writing through agribusiness applications. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. Prerequisites: Agribusiness Operations (Agricultural Sales & Marketing) or consent of the instructor. (Sr) Dual credit may be offered through IECC.

AGRICULTURAL SALES AND MARKETING (Ag III) (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in Agricultural Sales, Agribusiness Marketing, and Commodity Marketing. Instructional units include: agricultural economic principles, marketing and advertising, product development, sales techniques and strategies, communicating with employees and customers, managing risk, international agribusiness, agricultural chemicals, and studying various agricultural companies and career opportunities. Computer software applications and the Internet will be integrated through data management, inventories, and accounting. Student skills will be enhanced in math, reading comprehension, communications, and writing through agribusiness applications. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. Students must have accident insurance. Prerequisite: Agricultural Science (Basic Agricultural Science) or consent of instructor. (Jr, Sr)

AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY SERVICE (½ credit; 1 semester)

This comprehensive machinery service course concentrates on the following areas: using service manuals, electrical applications for agricultural equipment, fundamentals of multicylinder engines, reconditioning and repairing agricultural equipment assembling and adjusting agricultural equipment. Because FFA and SAEPs are integral components of this course, students are encouraged to maintain SAEPs and to participate in activities of the FFA organization. Students must have accident insurance. (Jr, Sr) (Sophomores if room allows and/or consent of instructor)

*AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND TECHNOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course concentrates on expanding students’ knowledge and experiences with agricultural mechanics technologies utilized in the agricultural industry and already introduced in the Basic Agricultural Mechanics problem areas. Units of instruction should provide applications within the following integrated systems: Machinery and Equipment; Environmental/Natural Resources; Structures; Energy; and Industrial/Marketing. Examples of units that may be included are Design, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance; Welding; Electricity/Management; and Employability Skills. Microcomputer applications are utilized as they relate to each instructional unit. Because FFA and SAEP are integral components of this course, students are encouraged to maintain SAEPs and participate in activities of the FFA organization. Students must have accident insurance. (Jr, Sr) (Sophomores if room allows and/or consent of instructor).

BASIC AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (Ag II) (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This orientation course builds on basic skills and knowledge gained in the Introduction to the Agricultural Industry course. Major units of instruction include agricultural research, soil science, advanced plant science, biotechnology, advanced animal science. Applied science and math skills and concepts will be stressed throughout the course as they relate to each area. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. Students must have accident insurance. Prerequisite: Introduction to the Agricultural Industry or consent of instructor. (So, Jr)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE I (BSAA I) (½ credit; 1 semester)

Plant Science is a course designed to reinforce and extend students’ understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine major phases of plant growth and management in agriculture and the specific biological science concepts that govern management decisions. This one semester course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. Students can also establish a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program and participate in agricultural science activities of the FFA. One year of biology is recommended as a prerequisite to enrollment. Students must have accident insurance. (Jr, Sr)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE II (BSAAII) (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a continuation of BSAA I. The course is designed to further extend the students’ understanding of plant science and introduce basic scientific principles and concepts relevant to animal science. This one-semester course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. Students can also establish a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program and participate in agricultural science activities of the FFA. Students must have accident insurance. One year of biology and BSAA I are recommended as prerequisites to enrollment. (Jr, Sr)

INTRODUCTION TO THE AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY (Ag I) (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This orientation course provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized; its major components; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national and international levels; and the scope and types of job opportunities in the agricultural field. Basic concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, natural resources, agribusiness management, applied math skills, shop safety, and agricultural mechanics, will be presented. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. Students must have accident insurance. (Fr, So)

ART DEPARTMENT

ART I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This is a basic course covering the art elements of line, shape, value, color and texture. The students will be exposed to the media of drawing, printmaking, pastel, painting and limited sculpture. Through art history and hands-on work, the students will learn about realistic art, abstract art, and multi cultural art. (Fr, So, Jr, or Sr with instructor’s permission)

ART II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course builds on the basics learned in Art I and is open to students who successfully completed Art I. Students will work with various media and continue with the study of multi cultural art. Prerequisite: Art I.

ART III (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is an advanced class for students especially interested in art who have successfully completed Art II. Students work independently on assigned projects which are due at the end of each quarter. These projects include, but are not limited to, acrylic painting, watercolor, various sculpture techniques, various drawing media, paper making, all with a focus on individual expression. Prerequisite: Art II and must have instructor’s permission.

ART IV (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is an advanced class for students especially interested in art who have successfully completed Art III. Prerequisite: Art III and must have instructor’s permission.

*ART APPRECIATION (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course will give the student a broader appreciation of art through the study of artists, styles, and media. The students will acquire the skills and knowledge about art that will stimulate thought about art and encourage discussion about artistic ideas. There will be little to no art production. (So, Jr, Sr)

COMMERCIAL DESIGN I (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is open to juniors and seniors who have successfully completed Art I. Students will study commercial art and graphic art. Prerequisite: Art I (Jr, Sr)

*DRAWING (½ credit; 1 semester)

In this drawing course, students will explore several drawing styles and techniques and will also use various drawing media such as charcoal, colored pencil, pastels, and pen & ink. Prerequisite: Art I

SCULPTURE (½ credit; 1 semester)

Several sculpture methods will be explored, such as clay, plaster (substraction), plaster mold sculpture, wax and wood. Prerequisite: Art I

BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

ACCOUNTING (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This one-year course covers the basic fundamentals and terminology of keeping financial records, which includes the computing, classifying, recording, and reporting of numerical data. Emphasis is placed on the use of special journals. Business simulations (practice sets) are used to emphasize actual business records management. Students operate related business machines and equipment. Second semester course work includes automated accounting on the computer. Open to juniors and seniors. Dual credit may be offered through IECC. (ACC 1101 ACC 1102)

COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This advanced accounting course is designed primarily for students with determined career objectives in the accounting profession. The course provides the learning needed for entry-level positions and the basis for further accounting study. Students operate related business machines and equipment, applying general accounting principles to a computerized setup. Students will operate an integrated accounting package for both service and merchandising accounting systems, as well as spreadsheet software. Prerequisite: Accounting with grade of A or B and instructor’s approval. Open to seniors. Dual credit may be offered through IECC. (ACC 2221)

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS A (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This orientation-level course develops the student’s awareness and understanding of computer software applications by focusing specifically on the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Internet usage is also included throughout the course. Required for freshmen; graduation requirement.

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS B (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This continuation of the orientation-level course helps to further develop the student’s awareness and understanding of computer software applications. This semester gives the student more activities to reinforce the learning of the various software applications of Intro A and prepares the student for further computer study at the sophomore level. Internet usage is also included throughout the course. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A. Recommended for freshmen and sophomores. Dual credit may be offered through IECC for juniors and seniors. (CIS 1101 CIS 1201)

OFFICE PRACTICE A (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This class is designed to teach various skills that may be used to secure a job after graduation. Areas covered in this course are: electronic calculators, office etiquette, office correspondence/business forms, and office communications. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A. Open to juniors and seniors.

OFFICE PRACTICE B (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This class is designed to teach various skills that may be used to secure a job after graduation. Areas covered in this course are: word processing, office applications, dictation/transcription equipment, office communications, and filing/organizing/storing information. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A. Open to juniors and seniors. Dual credit may be offered through IECC. (BOC 1208)

DESKTOP PUBLISHING AND WEB DESIGN (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

Have fun putting your creativity to work in this one-semester course that concentrates on communication tools and layout design using Microsoft Publisher as well as HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) for web pages. You’ll learn page layout for maximum effectiveness. Design shortcuts will be applied while designing a variety of media—brochures, flyers, ads, newsletters, articles, reports, and web pages. The ECHS web site will be maintained, and possible administrative responsibilities and duties may be given. If you are ready for the challenge of putting your computer skills to work, then sign up for this class! Prerequisite: Two semesters of computer classes at the high school level. Dual credit may be offered through IECC for juniors and seniors. (CIS 1203)

The following ** business courses will focus on preparation for Microsoft Office certification by following courseware objectives; certification test sites are available at surrounding locations. Stand out, earn more, feel good and be productive with Microsoft certification. Since the Information Technology (IT) market is increasing, becoming certified on Microsoft products provides expertise in technology areas as well as opportunity to begin a career quickly. As more businesses take advantage of technology, the workplace need for Microsoft Office skills is expected to increase dramatically. Employers around the world know that it's a smart move to hire certified candidates. And, certification can be an employee's ticket to better career opportunities. Dual credit may be available through IECC.

**WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This one-semester course is designed to teach the use of Microsoft Word software. The entire semester concentrates on Word and its many features, following Microsoft Certified Office courseware objectives. Numerous topics are included such as: text entry, editing and formatting; windows tools and file management; tables; columns; forms; merging; envelopes/labels and much more. Dual credit may be available through IECC for juniors and seniors (DAP 2202). Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A (Introduction to Computers B encouraged).

**SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This one-semester course is designed to teach the use of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software. The entire semester concentrates on Excel and its many features, following Microsoft Certified Office courseware objectives. Numerous topics are included such as: data entry, editing and formatting; formulas and functions; charting and much more. Dual credit may be available through IECC for juniors and seniors (CIS 1278). Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A (Introduction to Computers B encouraged).

**DATABASE APPLICATIONS (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This one-semester course is designed to teach the use of Microsoft Access database software. The entire semester concentrates on Access and its many features, following Microsoft Certified Office courseware objectives. Numerous topics are included such as: data entry, editing and formatting; designing and creating of forms, tables and reports; searching, sorting and filtering; working with queries. Dual credit may be available through IECC for juniors and seniors (CIS 1287). Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers A (Introduction to Computers B encouraged).

SERVICE LEARNING (1/2 credit; 1 semester OR 1 credit; 2 semesters)

The purpose of the service learning class is to offer students occupational experiences according to career interest areas. This will enable students to make better decisions about college and career choices. The students will be volunteers (no wage will be received) in assigned positions and will receive classroom credit for participation in this program. Students will be required to keep a daily log of their activities as well as a portfolio of required information.

Students will only be considered for and remain in this class if they meet the following criteria: senior standing, grade average of C or above, a positive attitude, good attendance, and appropriate behavior and hygiene. Once enrolled in the Service Learning class, students must maintain their grades and must not appear on the D/F Weekly Grade Report List more than three times during the semester. After the third time, at the end of the first semester, the student will be removed from the Service Learning class. During the second semester, appearing on the D/F Weekly Grade Report List over three times will result in a lower Service Learning grade.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

*ACTION/ADVENTURE LITERATURE (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will explore the different elements of plot and character as used in adventure literature. They will do various activities that will teach them how to visualize as they read. Selected reading materials may include: The Three Musketeers, Huckleberry Finn, Treasure Island, Tom Sawyer. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

COMPOSITION I (½ credit; 1 semester; 25 A.R. points required for an A)

An introductory course in composition, Composition I emphasizes expository prose. The major focus is on organization, paragraph structure, and elimination of mechanical errors. Open to juniors and seniors only; dual credit may be offered through Frontier Community College.

COMPOSITION & ANALYSIS (½ credit; 1 semester; 25 A.R. points required for an A)

This course provides further training and practice in the comprehension and expressions of written English. It focuses on organization, logic, and correct research technique and format, including parenthetical documentation and bibliographic citations. It also includes an introduction to one genre of literature and the writing of a critical analysis of a piece of literature. This is an honors class open to juniors and seniors only. Dual credit may be offered through Frontier Community College. Prerequisite: at least a C in Composition I.

*CREATIVE WRITING (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will write various creative works and short stories. A portfolio of each student’s compositions will be the basis for evaluation. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

DRAMA (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will learn dramatic techniques and terminology. They will prepare, rehearse, and perform reader’s theatre pieces. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

ENGLISH I (1 credit; 2 semesters; 20 A.R. points)

This is a required freshman level course. This course serves as the foundation for all future language arts courses. This course will concentrate on the development of reading skills, writing skills, study skills, and vocabulary. (Fr)

MYSTERY AND SUSPENSE LITERATURE (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will study various examples of the mystery and suspense genre and discuss ideas within the novels. Students will explore the different elements of plot and character as used in literature of mystery and suspense. They will do various activities that will teach them how to visualize as they read. Selected reading materials may include: Murder on the Orient Express, Something Wicked This Way Comes, Rebecca, American Gothic Tales, and Then There Were None. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

MYTHOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester; 25 A.R. points required for an A)

Students will be able to define mythology and will have a working knowledge of the mythologies of at least three different cultures. Students will create a power point presentation demonstrating their knowledge of one culture’s mythology. Students will also create their personal odyssey using the internet to travel to other countries and will create their story based on their own odyssey. Selected reading materials may include: The Iliad, The Odyssey, and Edith Hamilton Mythology. Dual credit may be offered through Frontier Community College. Prerequisite: Composition I. (Jr, Sr)

ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

This is a required sophomore level course. Students will write expository, persuasive and narrative compositions using the State requirements and rubric. They will give several different kinds of speeches, which may include an introductory speech, a demonstration speech, a speech to inform, and a speech to persuade. Students will also study vocabulary appropriate for their grade level. (So)

READING STRATEGIES (½ credit; 1 semester)

Students will study and learn vocabulary using contextual cues and decoding skills. Students will learn to use questioning, predicting, reviewing, inferences, and evaluation strategies while reading actively. (Fr)

*SHAKESPEARE (½ credit; 1 semester; 25 A.R. points required for an A)

This course includes a study of Elizabethan theater and Shakespearean stage conventions. Representative tragedies, comedies, and histories will be studied with emphasis on Shakespeare’s style, characterization, and philosophy. This class is an honors class which is weighted and only open to juniors and seniors. Students must have a B or better average in all previously taken high school English classes or have instructor’s approval. Dual credit may be offered through IECC. (Jr, Sr)

*SHORT FICTION (1/2 credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will analyze the various elements of short stories and poems. They will find these elements within several examples and will defend their interpretations in writing and in discussions. Students will also write their own short stories and poems using the different elements they have learned. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

SURVEY OF AMERICAN LITERATURE (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points) Graduation requirement open to only Juniors and Seniors. Students will participate in a chronological survey of American Literature: Puritanism through the contemporary American dream. They will study the lives of those individuals who contributed to the literary cultural history of the United States. (Jr, Sr)

SURVEY OF BRITISH LITERATURE (1/2 credit, 1 semester; 25 A.R. points required for an A)

Students will chronologically explore and analyze the works of major British authors. Students will be required to write formal compositions, take notes, keep learning journals, and to produce several group and individual projects. (Jr, Sr)

WRITING ABOUT FILM (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will view classic films and contemporary foreign films. Students will analyze the literacy and artistic qualities of films through discussion and composition. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE (½ credit; 1 semester; 20 A.R. points)

Students will read and explore literature pertinent to the young adult experience. This course is especially suitable for the developing reader. Selected reading materials may include: The Outsiders, Tex, Rumblefish, Flowers for Algernon, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, To Kill a Mockingbird. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

ADULT LIVING (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is designed to assist individuals and families in achieving life satisfaction through responsible participation as adults in the home, community and work place. Emphasis is placed on the development of prevention strategies which will assist individuals in responding to situations in terms of their identified values and goals. The course content includes the following duty areas: developing short and long range plans; demonstrating goal-setting and decision making skills; evaluating and adapting basic needs to assume roles and responsibilities; recognizing and following health practices that assist in coping; selecting and using resources to enhance individual growth and development; developing effective relationships to promote communication with others; and evaluating family and career changes as to the impact on individuals. Various resources to assist with life problems are explored. (Jr, Sr)

CHILD DEVELOPMENT (½ credit; 1 semester)

This class is the study of the development of a child from 0-6 years of age. It is designed to provide students interested in a career in child and day care operations with information and practical experience needed for the development of job opportunities. Areas included are the prenatal care, physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of the child. Emphasis is placed on increased understanding of children and the development of basic skills relating to them. (So, Jr, Sr)

EXPLORING PROFESSIONAL COOKING (½ credit; 1 semester)

This class is an introduction to the exciting world of professional cooking. Skills taught include those associated with the catering business. Prerequisite: Foods I (Jr, Sr)

SKILLS FOR LIFE ( ½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is designed to present basic subject matter in six areas: clothing and textiles, resource management, foods and nutrition, housing, furnishing and equipment, human development, interpersonal relations and introduction to the world of work. Learning experiences assist students in understanding themselves, their roles in today’s society, and the nature of homemaking and other home economic related careers. (Fr, So, Jr)

FASHION MERCHANDISING (½ credit; 1 semester)

This class allows students to discover the dynamics of the ever-changing fashion business and careers. This class covers color, line, design, accessories, visual merchandising, domestic and foreign markets, the impact of technology, entrepreneurship, and many other subjects of importance in merchandising. (Jr, Sr)

FOODS & NUTRITION I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course includes basic classroom and laboratory experiences needed to develop knowledge and understanding of basic food principles and applied nutrition for people of all ages. The course content centers around the following duty areas: promoting food services and preparation management using the decision-making process; meeting basic needs by applying nutrition concepts; meeting health and safety needs in planning, preparing, and serving food; promoting hospitality in food practices; and analyzing individual and family nutritional needs in relation to change. Information related to careers in food and nutrition is incorporated throughout the course. (So, Jr, Sr)

FOODS & NUTRITION II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

In this second orientation level course, more attention is paid to food selection and preparation for special circumstances and dietary needs. Laboratory sessions are devoted to preparation of the following with specific food customs; diet and health, current nutritional issues, planning for special food needs, safety of foods, food purchasing, prevention of food-borne illnesses, and conservation in providing food and food preservation. The application of the above-mentioned areas of emphasis to food service occupations is stressed. Prerequisite: Foods I (Jr, Sr)

HOSPITALITY SERVICES (½ credit; 1 semester)

The Family and Consumer Science Department will offer a Hospitality Class that reflects the ever-changing needs of society. The mission of the FCS Department is to prepare students to improve the quality of life, promote a more vital appreciation and importance of food and nutrition, as well as prepare students for careers within the field of study. Students will learn to effectively and efficiently manage and meet the rapidly changing needs of a technical and global society. The Hospitality class helps students develop foundational knowledge and skills in hotel and restaurant management. Students are prepared to assume a variety of careers in management, marketing, catering, advertising and retail sales in hospitality. Prerequisite: Foods I. (Jr, Sr)

LIVING ENVIRONMENTS (½ credit; 1 semester)

Learning experiences are designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to select, acquire, maintain, and manage living environments that meet the needs of the occupants. The selection and care of housing and furnishings is related to factors such as socio-economic conditions, individual tastes, psychological effects, aesthetic values, safety, sanitation, and energy conservation. The course content includes the following duty areas: locating and managing housing using goal-setting and decision making skills; evaluating living space to meet basic needs; creating and maintaining environments; ensuring health and safety; selecting appropriate resources in creating living environments; applying housing and home management choices relating to changing family/individual and career patterns. Emphasis will be placed on the application of basic management principles as they relate to the environment. (Jr, Sr)

PARENTING (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is designed to help students think through the responsibilities, satisfactions and stresses of parenthood. Many types of parenting situations are examined. Stress prevention and management and the work of community agencies that help parents deal with various types of parenting crisis are emphasized. The course content includes the following duty areas: managing and organizing parenting by applying decision-making and goal-setting skills; applying the basic principles of the parenting process; practicing health and safety standards as related to parenting; providing experiences which encourage parents and children to maximize resources; encouraging human relations skills in children/adolescents; and evaluating impact on parenting of family and career changes. Special attention is given to the needs of teenage parents and to the importance of readiness for parenthood. (Jr, Sr)

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course discusses learning experiences that focus on the understanding and skills needed to make decisions about the use of resources and prevention strategies which contribute to an improved quality of life. The course content includes the following areas: utilizing resources and consumer information by applying goal-setting and decision-making skills; evaluating use of resources to meet social, physical and psychological needs, maintaining health standards by applying safety information; applying consumer rights and responsibilities in the marketplace; accomplishing mutual goals by utilizing human resources; and analyzing resource/consumer management skills necessary for present and future decisions. *This course meets the requirement for consumer education instruction as required by the School Code of Illinois (Section 27-12.1) (Sr)

FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

SPANISH I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course provides an introduction to basic vocabulary and grammar in Spanish. Emphasis is placed on pronunciation and communication skills. Students enrolled should have at least a C+ average in previous English classes.

(Fr, So, Jr)

SPANISH II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course enables the student to increase his/her vocabulary and to learn more complex grammatical constructions. Emphasis is placed on reading comprehension and oral expression. Prerequisite: Spanish I with a “C” average.

SPANISH III (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is open to juniors and seniors. An average grade of B or better in Spanish I and II is required unless the student has teacher approval. The course utilizes concepts learned in the previous courses to increase the student’s ability to comprehend and communicate in written and spoken Spanish.

Prerequisite: Spanish II

SPANISH IV (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is open to seniors who have completed Spanish III. An average grade of B or better in Spanish III is required. This course provides extensive practice of communication and comprehension skills in Spanish. This honors course carries a weight of 5. Prerequisite: Spanish III. Dual credit may be offered through IECC.

HUMANITIES

HUMANITIES (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is required for all juniors (except those who scored at least a scoring range of 24 to 28 on the PLAN Test) during second semester of each school year. The purpose of this course is to help students refine their skills and develop a better understanding of the concepts in the areas of reading, grammar/usage, science, composition, and math. Each discipline area will be taught on a rotating basis and will help to prepare students for the Prairie State Achievement Exam (PSAE). If a student fails Humanities, he/she will be required to take all remediation courses the senior year. (Jr)

INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

AUTO MECHANICS I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is a classroom theory course. It includes instruction in the construction of 4-cycle gasoline engines, carburetor and fuel systems, electrical systems (ignition, battery, starter, AC and DC generators and regulators), front and rear suspension, tire balancing, brakes, power trains. Students must have accident insurance and are required to purchase parts for projects. Prerequisite: Intro to Industrial Tech. Instructor’s approval needed. (Jr, Sr)

AUTO MECHANICS II (2 credits; 2 semesters)

This course is designed to develop the salable skills learned in Auto Mechanics I to a much greater extent. With the use of individual projects in laboratory experiences, all phases of automotive maintenance, repair, and service work will be expanded. Advanced training in the use of different types of equipment, manual and power tools, will be provided. The class meets two periods every other day and is basically a shop experience. Students must have accident insurance and are required to purchase parts for projects. Prerequisite: Auto Mechanics I with a C average or better and instructor’s permission. (Sr)

AUTO UPKEEP (½ credit; 1 semester)

Auto Upkeep is a course that provides the fundamental knowledge and experience in owning, servicing, and repairing the automobile. Areas of study will include the following: laboratory safety, auto identification, maintenance expenses, engine fundamentals, and systems upkeep. The systems will include fuel, electrical, ignition, lubrication, suspension and control, drive train, cooling, and emissions. This is an introductory course that provides all students the knowledge to make economical decisions and take preventive measures to enhance the overall satisfaction of being an automotive consumer. For those students that develop a higher interest in the automobile, this course will provide the basic knowledge required to continue in advanced automotive technical courses. Students must have their driver’s license and have access to a car to bring to class. (Jr, Sr)

INTRODUCTION TO CAD (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course includes units in geometric construction and isometrics. Skills learned will include:

* use of basic computer operations * terminology used in Cad

* use of objects snaps * working with layer drawings

* methods of drawing lines, circles and objects * drawing two dimensional pictures

* learning isometric drawings

Prerequisite recommended: Intro to Technology and Introduction to Computers A (So, Jr, Sr)

CAD I ( ½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a more advanced look at computer-aided drafting. Skills learned will include:

* orthographic projection * blue print reading

* auxiliary and sectional views * 3-D views

* pattern development

Prerequisite: Introduction to CAD (So, Jr, Sr)

CAD II (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course provides training that allows the student to design and develop architectural drawings using AutoCAD. Students will learn advanced commands that include:

* drawing blocks

* crosshatching

* attributes, dimensions

* image manipulation

* regions and boundaries

* advanced plotting techniques

Students will learn to draw housing and business floor plans, as well as design buildings from the ground up. Prerequisite: CAD I and instructor approval. (Jr, Sr)

CAD III (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

The CAD III class is an extension of CAD II. This class will go into more depth and detail with floor plans. It will also deal with the use of solids. The solids will be used to design mechanical objects such as engines, automobiles, appliances, electronics, furniture, and cabinets etc. Prerequisite: CAD II and instructor approval. (Jr, Sr)

INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This orientation level course will incorporate the Illinois plan for Industrial Education which includes nine (9) weeks of study in each of the following areas: production technology, transportation technology, communication technology, and energy utilization technology. Each section will foster an awareness and understanding through a variety of learning activities. Career opportunities will be explored for each area. The first semester of class is textbook only. The second semester class is shop-oriented. Students must have accident insurance and are required to purchase materials for projects. (Fr, So, Jr)

INTRODUCTION TO MANUFACTURING A (½ credit; 1 semester)

This class will build on the knowledge learned in the Introductory class and will work in developing skills while working with different materials such as wood and plastic and other polymers. Student must have accident insurance and are required to purchase materials for projects. Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology and instructor approval. (So, Jr, Sr)

MANUFACTURING I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

The development and refining of skills concerned with the safe and practical use of materials and tools in the manufacturing of wood and wood related products will be covered. Students must have accident insurance and are required to purchase materials for projects. Prerequisite: Introduction to Industrial Technology and Intro to Manufacturing A and instructor approval. (Jr, Sr)

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This class will further refine skills concerned with the safe and practical use of materials and tools. Students will do more advanced projects. Students must have accident insurance and are required to purchase materials for projects. Prerequisite: Manufacturing I and instructor approval. (Sr)

POWER MECHANICS (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course offers classroom and shop experience pertaining to overhauling and tune-up of small air-cooled engines used on lawnmowers and garden tillers. Instruction includes principles of internal combustion engine operation, construction of two and fourcycle engines, how to overhaul a small engine, and use of shop equipment necessary to tune-up and overhaul air-cooled engines. In the second nine-weeks the student overhauls a small engine. The student furnishes the engine and the parts and must also have accident insurance. Prerequisite: Intro to Ind. Tech. Instructor’s approval needed. (So, Jr, Sr)

MATH DEPARTMENT

ALGEBRA I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course emphasizes the understanding of concepts and acquisition of mathematical skills while strengthening the student’s problem solving and reasoning skills. Specific topics presented include:

· arithmetic and evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents, and roots

· properties of real numbers

· absolute value

· equations and inequalities involving absolute value

· scientific notation

· unit conversions

· solution of equations in one unknown

· solution of simultaneous equations

· the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions

· word problems requiring algebra for the solution (such as uniform motion and coin problems)

· graphical solution of simultaneous equations

· graphs of a variety of functions: linear, quadratic, cubic, square root, absolute value, etc.

· translations and reflections of graphs

· factoring

· Pythagorean theorem

· algebraic proofs

· functional notation and functions

· solution of quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and quadratic formula

· direct and inverse variation

· exponential growth

· computation of the perimeter and area of two-dimensional regions

· computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids

· statistics

· probability

Prerequisite: Recommendation of math teacher or successful completion of Pre-algebra.

ALGEBRA II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Algebra II is a continuation of Algebra I. Algebra II not only treats topics that are traditionally covered in second-year algebra, but it also covers a considerable amount of geometry. Time is spent developing geometric concepts and writing proof outlines. Students completing Algebra II will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry. Applications to subjects such as physics and chemistry, as well as real-world problems, are also covered. Algebra II includes such topics as: graphical solution of simultaneous equations, basic trigonometric functions, scientific notation, radicals, conic sections, roots of quadratic equations, including complex roots, properties of real numbers, geometric proofs, factoring, inequalities and systems of inequalities, logarithms and antilogarithms, exponential equations, algebra of polynomials, vectors, algebraic word problems, gas law, set theory, and probability. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry.

ALGEBRA III (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Algebra III is a continuation of Algebra II. The Saxon Advanced Mathematics textbook utilized is an in-depth coverage of trigonometry, logarithms, analytic geometry, statistics, and upper-level algebraic concepts. Primary emphasis is on a continuation of the practice of intermediate algebraic concepts and skills while the upper-level algebraic concepts and skills are introduced. Conceptually-oriented problems that prepare students for college entrance exams (such as the ACT and SAT) are included in the problem sets. The graphing calculator may be used to graph functions and perform data analysis. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II and Geometry with a minimum of a B (85%) average and/or teacher approval.

Algebra III will include such topics as:
permutations and combinations inverse trigonometric functions conic sections graphs of sinusoids	rectangular and polar representation of complex numbers abstract rate problems

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II and Geometry with a minimum of a B (85%) average and/or teacher approval.

GEOMETRY (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Space geometry is integrated with plane geometry in this course. Relationships among geometric elements are stressed, together with precise definitions and descriptions. Geometry uses and strengthens algebraic skills. Clear and creative thinking is an aim of geometry, both for practical information and for the transfer of reasoning ability. Prerequisite: Algebra I; Junior high students must successfully pass an Algebra I proficiency test before admission to the course.

PRE-ALGEBRA (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course begins by reviewing the study of pre-algebra concepts essential for high school mathematics. Those topics range from operations with fractions, decimals, mixed numbers, signed numbers, order of operations, percents, proportions, ratios, rounding, unit multipliers, scientific notation, data representation, area, perimeter, surface area, volume, unit conversions, and solving simple linear equations. It includes further study in various topics such as geometric classifications, algebraic expressions, inequalities, exponents, rectangular coordinates, Pythagorean Theorem, geometric constructions, word problems, interest problems, permutations, and probability. Students are placed in this class on the basis of math experience revealing a need for review or recommendation of a math teacher.

PRE-CALCULUS (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This is a thorough and comprehensive treatment of pre-calculus mathematics. This course covers all of the concepts that must be mastered before students can be successful in calculus and other advanced mathematics courses. These upper-level concepts are fully integrated with topics from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, discrete mathematics, statistics, and data analysis. Some specific topics covered in this text include: advanced word problems, conic sections, two-variable analysis using a graphing calculator, Cramer’s rule, combinations, exponential growth and decay, matrices, determinants, binomial expansion, synthetic division, matrix algebra, and trigonometric identities. The graphing calculator will be used in this course. This is an honors course that carries a weight of 5. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra III with a minimum of a B (85%) average and/or teacher approval.

LIBERAL ARTS MATH (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is designed to fulfill general education requirements. This course focuses on mathematical reasoning and problem-solving strategies with real-life applications.

The use of calculators and other technology is strongly encouraged. Successful completers will:

1. Interpret mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables, and schematics, and

draw inferences from them.

2. Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, and verbally.

3. Solve problems by arithmetic, geometric and statistical methods.

4. Estimate and check answers to mathematical problems in order to determine reasonableness,

identify alternatives, and select optimal results.

5. Recognize the limitations of mathematical and statistical models.

6. Develop problem solving strategies.

Specific topics taught may include: critical thinking skills, sets, logic, systems of numeration, number theory, Metric system, geometry, mathematical systems, consumer mathematics, probability, and statistics. A variety of interesting applied exercises demonstrate the real-life nature of mathematics and its importance in the students’ lives. Prerequisite: Successful completion of pre-algebra and Algebra I. (Jr, Sr) Dual credit may be offered through IECC for 3 semester hours of college credit; however, IECC reserves the right to test students to determine their readiness to take Liberal Arts Math for college credit. If IECC determines that a student can not receive college credit for the class, the student may still take the class for high school credit. (Jr, Sr)

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

BAND (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is designed to continue performance on a musical instrument and provide knowledge and understanding of many varieties of music. Students participate in many musical activities. Included are: marching at football games, IMEA Music Festive (optional), basketball game half-times, Christmas concert, annual Edwards County Christmas parade, an annual Dinner Theatre production (two weekends), and performing at graduation. We also have a select few perform at the LIC Tournament games on Saturday. We also take a trip to a professional production at a dinner theater or theater. Attendance is required at all school performances.

CHORUS (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This class is designed to provide training in music skills that gives the student a measure of musical independence. The development of the ability to read music at sight is a primary goal. In addition, an understanding of music terms and proper vocal techniques is stressed. Chorus members have opportunities to perform in the District V Illinois Music Educators’ Association Festival, All-State IMEA Chorus, a Christmas concert and Baccalaureate. Chorus members also sing the Star-Spangled Banner at all girls’ basketball and volleyball home games. The second semester project is the annual Music Department Dinner Theatre production. Musicians serve the meal and entertain the guests with music performances during the meal. Chorus and band members and many volunteers make this evening a tremendous success! The Show Choir, Edwards County Express, (auditioned) presents the evening show, accompanied by the combo. In order to audition for show choir, a student must be enrolled in choir class both 1^st and 2^nd semesters. The entire choir and band are part of the show as well. Attendance is required at all concerts and all Dinner Theatre performances.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

ADVANCED BIOLOGY (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course is an advanced class dedicated to the study of life. Cell theory, a short history of biology, cell structure and function, chemistry of life, photosynthesis, respiration, cell division, DNA, reproduction, growth and development will be studied. Students will be able to discover the interrelationship between organisms and their environment by using the inquiry method. Laboratory experiences are provided. This class is an honors class and carries a weight of 5 points. Prerequisites: Biology (B average is necessary.) Chemistry I is required. Dual credit may be offered through IECC. (Jr, Sr)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE I (BSAA I) (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

Plant Science is a course designed to reinforce and extend students’ understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine major phases of plant growth and management in agriculture and the specific biological science concepts that govern management decisions. This one-semester course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. Students can also establish a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program and participate in agricultural science activities of the FFA. One year of biology is recommended as a prerequisite to enrollment. (Jr, Sr)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE II (BSAA II) (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

This Course is a continuation of BSAA I. The course is designed to further extend the students understanding of plant science and introduce basic scientific principles and concepts relevant to animal science. This one-semester course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and as a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments. Students can also establish a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program and participate in agricultural science activities of the FFA. One year of biology and BSAA I are recommended as a prerequisite to enrollment. (Jr, Sr)

BIOLOGY (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Biology is the study of living things. This course is an overview of all living things from the non-cellular viruses to large warm-blooded mammals. It provides laboratory experiences for the student. It also provides an insight into the nature of scientific research, its achievements and its applications. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

CHEMISTRY I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Chemistry I examines definitions, history, and theories of chemistry. Topics include atomic theory, bonding, mole concept, and stoichiometry. Students will learn laboratory basics, including safety procedures. This course provides sufficient elementary theory and practical everyday material for students who do not plan to go beyond this course in science. Prerequisite: Biology or Physical Science, and a C average in Algebra I

(So, Jr, Sr)

CHEMISTRY II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Chemistry II is a class designed for the student who desires an advanced study of chemistry. It offers a study of acids, bases, and solutions, as well as an introduction to kinetic molecular theory, thermochemistry, and redox. Chemistry II requires the student to do independent study and work with lab partners. This class is an honors class that carries a weight of 5. Prerequisite: B average in Chemistry I. (Jr, Sr)

EARTH SCIENCE (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Earth Science is a broad overview of geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Geology includes rock formations, geologic time frames, and changes in the earth over time. Meteorology will include local and global weather patterns. Astronomy will introduce the student to the solar system. Lab experiences may include local field trips. (Fr)

ECOLOGY (1/2 credit; 1 semester)

Ecology is the study of the interrelationships of organisms with each other and their physical environment. This course will cover basic ecological concepts such as populations, factors that affect population size, communities, and ecosystems. Prerequisite: Biology (So, Jr, Sr)

*ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (½ credit; 1 semester)

Environmental science is the study of the environment, its problems and possible solutions to these problems. Students will develop an understanding of their environment, apply this knowledge to solve environmental problems, and make responsible environmental decisions. (So, Jr, Sr)

*MARINE BIOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester) This course will develop an understanding of biological principles and processes that are basic to all forms of life in the ocean. The taxonomy, ecology, behavior and physiology of marine organisms as well as geological and physical aspects of the ocean will be the main focus. Prerequisite: Biology (So, Jr, Sr)

MICROBIOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester) Microbiology is an introductory course for students who may be interested in careers in biology, agriculture, forestry, medicine and other related fields. Its aim is to familiarize students with the different kinds of microorganisms, their identification, basic morphology and physiology, growth requirements, and diseases they cause. This will be taught as a lab based course. This course is only offered to juniors and seniors who have had at least one course in biology and received at least a “B”. Instructor approval is required. (Jr, Sr)

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Physical Science offers one semester of introductory chemistry and one semester of introductory physics. It is an effective complement to biology and/or earth science. The class includes laboratory experience in chemistry and physics as well as chemical nomenclature and practical application of physics concepts. Successful completion of this course will allow students to go to chemistry or biology. (Fr, So, Jr)

PHYSICS (1 credit; 2 semester)

Physics is a junior/senior level science course that requires a very strong background in math. The course covers many topics such as motion, velocity, acceleration, energy, force, work, optics, sound, and electricity. Physics is a course that is a necessity for any student interested in engineering and/or upper level science. Physics requires the student to do independent study in some areas and to work closely with lab partners in others. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra II and a B average in Chemistry I. This course is an honors course which carries a weight of 5 points. (Jr, Sr)

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

CIVIL LAW (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is the study of the basic principles of law as it pertains to contracts, small businesses, lawsuits, warranties, insurance, liability, etc. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

ECONOMICS (½ credit; 1 semester) This course is the study of the basic principles of economics with an emphasis on the American socio-economic system. Course work emphasizes the relationships between economic concepts taught and the events and challenges young people experience on a daily basis. Personal finance in daily life is also analyzed in this one semester course. This course fulfills the consumer education graduation requirement. (Sr)

*CURRENT EVENTS (½ credit; 1 semester)

This class involves discussion and reading of newspapers. The student studies what is happening in the world and how these events might affect the future. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

GOVERNMENT (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is an analysis of the Illinois and United States Constitutions. Studies include perspectives on civil liberties and civil rights; local, state, and federal bureaucracy; and special interest groups. This course is for seniors and is a graduation requirement. (Sr)

*INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES (½ credit; 1 semester)

This is a one-semester course designed to introduce each student to the many different areas of social science: psychology, sociology, anthropology, geography, history, political science and economics. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

*NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course will look at the origins of Native Americans, their beliefs, way of life, struggles with the white man, and major leaders of the tribes. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

*NORTH AMERICAN GEOGRAPHY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This is an intense study of the U.S. and Canada. It will look at each province of Canada and each state of the U.S. Students will choose one state and one province to make a report about during the semester.

(Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

*PSYCHOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course involves the study of human behavior. The student is encouraged to analyze his/her own motivations and behaviors. Major emphasis falls on personality development, mental and emotional health, physical growth, and intelligence and thinking. (Jr, Sr)

SOCIOLOGY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a study of human relationships in the complex world including how these relationships form and how the individual adapts to these personal relationships. (Jr, Sr)

ILLINOIS HISTORY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a study of Illinois and the events that have helped shape our state. There will be a focus on Southern Illinois History including the development of Albion and the gang warfare that took place in Southern Illinois. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

UNITED STATES HISTORY (1 credit; 2 semesters)

This course of study is an intense examination of the United States from 1877 to present day. Students will study the industrialization and expansion of the U.S., the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era and the Square Deal, the Spanish-American War, U.S. Imperialism, World War I, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression and the New Deal, United States Isolationism, World War II and the Holocaust, the Cold War, the Korean War, the Vietnam Conflict, the Civil Rights Movement and the Counterculture, and current events. This course is for juniors and is a graduation requirement. Dual credit may be offered through IECC.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY (½ credit; 1 semester)

This one semester course is a study of physical and regional geography emphasizing the relationship between earth’s people and the environment. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

*WORLD HISTORY I (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a concentrated view of the world beginning with the year 1000 - 1600. The students study the forming of the Protestant religion, forming of the modern nations of Europe, and the major wars of the period. Correlation is also drawn between the nations of Europe and the United States. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

WORLD HISTORY II (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is a continuation of World History I. The course will continue with the study of European history from the year 1600 to present and how the events have affected the history of the United States. (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

DRIVER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

DRIVER EDUCATION (¼ credit; 11 weeks)

This course includes thirty clock hours of classroom instruction on laws, safe driving, responsibilities as a driver and other topics. It also includes six hours of behind-the-wheel driving in local traffic situations. Approximate cost is $50.00 plus $20.00 to the State of Illinois for a Driver’s Permit. Students are required to pass the classroom instruction course. This is an 11-week course regularly scheduled at the sophomore level. A student must pass eight (8) classes during the last two (2) semesters before taking Driver’s Education.

HEALTH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

HEALTH EDUCATION (½ credit; 1 semester)

This course is required for all freshmen (and sophomores who did not take it their freshmen year). It is designed to prepare students to establish good health habits physically, mentally and emotionally. Instruction will cover all areas of health care. Students will be able to apply health care to everyday life.

YEARBOOK

YEARBOOK I (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Students will work as a team to create a yearbook for the school. Activities and grades will include taking pictures, writing copy, editing copy, designing layout, selling ads, selling books, and other fundraising as needed. Students will periodically be required to attend extracurricular activities. Fundraising is required.

A regular attendance record and instructor permission is required. (So, Jr, Sr)

YEARBOOK II (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Same as Yearbook I. All previous deadlines must have been met, a regular attendance record, and instructor permission is required. Fundraising is required. (Jr, Sr)

YEARBOOK III (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Same as Yearbook II. All previous deadlines must have been met, a regular attendance record, and instructor permission is required. Fundraising is required. (Sr)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (1 credit; 2 semesters)

Physical Education is a required course for all freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors. To be excused from class for an extended period of time, the student must have a note from the doctor. A variety of physical activities is offered to afford each individual the opportunity of total physical and mental improvement and of personal and social development. The objectives of the class are to teach physical fitness which is acquired through weight training, calisthenics, and running; and neuromuscular skills which are obtained by participating in the various sports and activities, such as soccer, softball, volleyball, basketball, tennis, aerobics, dance, badminton and flag football; and, lifelong activities to keep students active their entire lives. Students are evaluated on their cooperation, effort, sportsmanlike conduct, leadership, cleanliness, punctuality and attendance as well as skills levels, including physical fitness testing. Requirements for class are the following:

Girls: Standard gym suit:

Red T-shirt (plain or with Edwards County High School (ECHS) written on it—these references ONLY), black shorts with at least a 4” inseam, socks, tennis shoes and towel.

Boys: Standard gym suit:

White T-shirt (plain or with Edwards County High School (ECHS) written on it—these references ONLY) black shorts, white socks, gym shoes (any color), supporter and towel.

CORE CURRICULUM

CORE CURRICULUM

These classes are designed for the student with special learning problems. Subjects taught are vocational English, geometry concepts, consumer education, civics, U.S. Geography, job skills, independent living skills, health, writing skills, earth science, computer literacy-internet, PowerPoint, and digital photography/desktop publishing, current events and STEP. Classes are designed to fit the individual student’s needs and abilities. Placement in this program follows the guidelines for Edwards County Community Unit I Referral Procedures for Special Education.

SUCCESS

SUCCESS (1 credit per year; 2 semesters)

SUCCESS is a resource study hall for students with an Individualized Educational Plan. Placement in this program follows the guidelines of Edwards County Community Unit #1 Referral Procedures for Special Education. This is a credit class that provides assistance for the student’s progress in his/her regular education classes.

ECHS SPORTS, CLUBS, AND ORGANIZATIONS

ALPHA (Adolescents Learning Positive Health Alternatives)

This is a group of students selected by their peers and teachers to promote a drug-free lifestyle. These students participate in various activities including Red Ribbon Week, Growing Up Well and 8^th grade Prevention. As peer leaders, they are expected to be drug-free role models.

BASEBALL

The boys’ baseball team season begins in the spring of the year. The team is a member of the Little Illini Conference. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team according to team rules. A current physical and sports fee are required.

BOYS’ BASKETBALL

The ECHS boys’ basketball team is a member of the Little Illini Conference. They compete in a conference schedule along with a conference tournament. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team according to team rules. A current physical and a sports fee are required.

CHEERLEADING

Cheerleading is an activity that represents our school. Cheerleading mainly supports the football and basketball programs. Cheerleaders are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the squad on a regular basis. A current physical and a sports fee are required. Our goal is to increase school pride and spirit. The cheerleaders work in conjunction with the Pep Club. Each of the four classes may be represented. Tryouts are in the spring.

DANCE SQUAD

The ECHS dance squad dances at half-time of the home basketball games. Dance squad members are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. Tryouts are in the spring.

EDWARDIAN

The Edwardian staff works throughout the year to produce a yearbook representing the activities of ECHS. They design layouts, take pictures, sell advertisements, write and edit copy. Fundraising is required.

FAMILY, CAREER AND COMMUNITY LEADERS OF AMERICA

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, FCCLA, is an integral part of the family and consumer sciences education program. In our school, this means chapter projects and activities stem from and enhance family and consumer sciences programs of study. Chapters explore family life education and related occupations with the realizations that members fill multiple roles as community leaders and wage earners. FCCLA gives students expanded opportunities for knowledge application, leadership training, community involvement and personal growth. At the heart of FCCLA is involvement in projects and activities students plan, carry out, and evaluate themselves. Through FCCLA involvement, students sort out thoughts, analyze situations, set goals, interact with others, apply classroom knowledge, and become leaders in today’s and tomorrow’s families, careers and communities. The Edwards County Chapter of FCCLA is part of a state and national organization. Our Chapter is a Charter Chapter within the state. Membership dues are charged. Each year our FCCLA chapter participates in many section, region and state activities.

FCA (FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES)

The FCA is a Christian organization open to all students (not just athletes). FCA meets on Wednesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in the Band Room. Students lead a time of devotion, singing, and prayer, with guest speakers from time to time. FCA tries to do two service projects each year. Dues are $3.00 per year.

FFA

The FFA is a driving force in developing leadership in today’s youth. Active participation in public speaking skills contests, chapter meetings, award and recognition programs, committees and community projects provide FFA members with opportunities to develop personal leadership skills. The FFA also helps the students explore many of the over 200 careers in agriculture. Developing fellowship with recreation and fun activities is also important to the FFA. Membership dues are charged.

FOOTBALL

The ECHS football team competes in the Little Illini Conference. Games are played in the fall of the year. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. A current physical and a sports fee are required.

FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

Future Business Leaders of America is a student organization open to any student who is currently taking or has taken one or more business classes. The purpose of FBLA is to promote competent business leadership and to strengthen confidence of students in themselves and their work. FBLA is recognized both on the national and state levels. As members, students are encouraged to participate in area, state and national FBLA conferences where competitions are held in business subject areas. Other activities include community service, selling campaigns, and other worthwhile projects. Membership dues are charged.

FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA

The Future Teachers organization is open to juniors and seniors with an interest in the teaching field. The main activity for FTA is our student teaching program, which is in cooperation with Albion Grade School and West Salem Grade School. Members who meet the criteria have the opportunity to spend one to two days with an assigned grade school teacher observing and helping in the classroom. Membership dues are charged.

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

The girls’ basketball team competes in the Little Illini Conference. Competition includes a conference schedule along with a conference tournament. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. A current physical and a sports fee are required.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The National Honor Society is an honorary organization. Members are selected by the faculty based on scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students eligible for membership must be a junior or senior and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25.

PEP CLUB

The Pep Club supports athletic and academic teams at ECHS. Members are required to pay dues and attend events in support of student activities. Pep Club is open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Officers are elected. Membership dues are charged.

S.A.I.L.

S.A.I.L. (Students Active in Leadership) is an exemplary program at ECHS that helps students learn leadership skills through service learning. S.A.I.L. is student driven and governed, and it is designed to provide leadership skills for young people through the development and completion of a real project that will improve the school and community.

SCHOLASTIC BOWL

Scholastic Bowl is an IHSA competitive team with regional, sectional and state level tournaments. Students are subject to the same requirements as athletes for academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. The varsity team usually competes in the Little Illini Conference, Scholastic Hi-Q, the Masonic Lodge Tournament, the Lincoln Trail College Tournament, as well as three-way matches and the state series. Students can enhance their educational experience by joining the Scholastic Bowl team.

SCIENCE CLUB

The Science Club is an organization for all students who are interested in science. Some activities include science fair, science field trips and guest speakers. Membership dues are charged.

SOCIAL STUDIES CLUB

The Social Studies Club involves members who are interested in the field of social studies. Activities range from voluntary time at the Historical Society, to participating in a historical field trip. Membership dues are charged.

SOFTBALL

The girls’ softball team also competes in the Little Illini Conference. Games are scheduled in the spring of the year. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. A current physical and a sports fee are required.

SPANISH CLUB

The Spanish Club is open to any student who has taken Spanish at Edwards County High School. Primarily a social organization, the club’s activities are determined by the membership and usually include at least two trips per year. Membership dues are charged.

STUDENT COUNCIL

Student Council members are elected from classes, clubs, and organizations by their peers. The Student Council promotes worthy ideals of scholarship, citizenship, and sportsmanship. They give voice to student wishes and suggestions in the establishment of school policy. Student Council also assists in school administration by the performance of any duties and responsibilities delegated to it by the school principal.

VOLLEYBALL

The ECHS volleyball team competes in the Little Illini Conference in the fall of the year. Besides the conference schedule, the team competes in the Riverton Invitational and Mt. Pulaski tournaments. The Edwards County Volleyball Team hosts the Edwards County Invitational Tournament every year. Players are subject to academic eligibility and must practice with the team on a regular basis. A current physical and a sports fee are required.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Transfer students who transfer to Edwards County High School before the end of a semester will be placed into classes which match as closely as possible the classes which they were taking at their previous school. If the student transfers from a Block 4 schedule (4 classes are completed each semester) before the ending of the semester at the previous school, he/she will be required to complete the classes at Edwards County before credit will be issued. For instance, an English class taken in a Block 4 schedule would have been completed the first semester. If the student who is taking this Block 4 English class moves to ECHS before the ending of the Block 4 semester, he/she will have to take the English class at ECHS both first and second semester to receive a full credit. If the student transfers at the end of the semester and receives credit from his/her previous school, all credit from the previous school will be accepted, and a second semester schedule will be done.

AGRICULTURE	FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Intro to Ag. Industry	Spanish I
Basic Agricultural Science	Spanish II
Agricultural Machinery Serv. (sem)
(Instructor’s consent needed.)	INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
*Ag Mechanics & Tech (sem)	Intro to Technology
	Mfg. A (sem)
ART	Power Mechanics (sem)
Art I	Intro to CAD (sem)
Art II	CAD I (sem)
Sculpture (sem)
*Art Appreciation (sem)	MUSIC
*Drawing (sem)	Band
	Chorus
BUSINESS
Database Applications (sem)	SOCIAL SCIENCE
Desktop Publishing (sem)	Civil Law (sem)
Intro to Computers A (sem)	Illinois History (sem)
Intro to Computers B (sem)	World Geography (sem)
Spreadsheet Applications (sem)	World History II (sem)
Word Processing Applications (sem)	*Current Events (sem)
	*Intro to Social Science (sem)
ENGLISH	*Native American History (sem)
Drama (sem)	*North American Geography (sem)
Mystery & Suspense (sem)	*World History I (sem)
Writing about Film (sem)
Young Adult Literature (sem)	YEARBOOK I (with instructor’s permission)
*Action Adventure Literature (sem)
*Creative Writing (sem)
*Short Fiction (sem)

Drama and Writing about Film are offered every year.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
Child Development (sem)
Foods & Nutrition I (1 credit)
Skills for Life (sem)

AGRICULTURE	FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Basic Agricultural Science	Spanish I
Agricultural Sales & Marketing	Spanish II
Ag. Machinery Service (sem)	Spanish III
*Ag. Mechanics & Technology (sem)

ART	INDUSTRIAL ARTS
Art I	Auto Mechanics I
Art II	Auto Upkeep (sem) (Must have a vehicle.)
Art III	Intro to CAD (sem)
Commercial Design (sem)	CAD I (sem)
Sculpture (sem)	CAD II (sem)
*Art Appreciation (sem)	CAD III (sem)
*Drawing (sem)	Intro to Technology (1 credit)
	Intro to Manufacturing A (sem)
BUSINESS	Manufacturing I
Accounting I	Power Mechanics (sem)
Database Applications (sem)
Desktop Publishing & Web Design (sem)	MATHEMATICS
Intro to Computers A (sem)	Pre-algebra
Intro to Computers B (sem)	Algebra I
Office Practice A (sem)	Geometry
Office Practice B (sem)	Algebra II
Spreadsheet Applications (sem)	Liberal Arts Math
Word Processing Applications (sem)	Algebra III

ENGLISH	MUSIC
Composition I (sem)	Band
Composition & Analysis (sem)	Chorus
Drama (sem)
Mystery & Suspense (sem)	SCIENCE
Mythology (sem)	Biology
Survey of British Literature (sem)	Chemistry I
Writing about Film (sem)	Advance Biology
Young Adult Literature (sem)	Chemistry II
*Action Adventure Lit (sem)	Physics
*Creative Writing (sem)	BSAA I (sem)
*Shakespeare (sem)	BSAA II (sem)
*Short Fiction (sem)	Ecology (sem)
	Microbiology (sem)
Drama and Writing about Film are offered every year.	*Environmental Science (sem)
	*Marine Biology (sem)
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
Adult Living (sem)	SOCIAL SCIENCE
Child Development (sem)	Civil Law (sem)
Exploring Professional Cooking (sem)	Illinois History (sem)
Fashion Merchandising (sem)	Sociology (sem)
Foods & Nutrition I (1 credit)	World Geography (sem)
Foods & Nutrition II (1 credit)	World History II (sem)
Hospitality Services (sem)	*Current Events (sem)
Parenting (sem)	*Intro to Social Science (sem)
Skills for Life (sem)	*Psychology (sem)
	*Native American History (sem)
YEARBOOK I (with instructor’s approval)	*North American Geography (sem)
YEARBOOK II (with instructor’s approval)	*World History I (sem)

AGRICULTURE	INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Agricultural Sales & Marketing	Auto I
Agricultural Business Management	Auto II (2 credits)
Ag Machinery Maintenance (sem)	Auto Upkeep (sem)
	Intro to CAD (sem)
ART	CAD I (sem)
Art II	CAD II (sem)
Art III	CAD III (sem)
Art IV	Mfg. A (sem)
Commercial Design (sem)	Manufacturing I
Drawing (sem)	Advanced Manufacturing
	Power Mechanics (sem)
BUSINESS
Accounting I	MATHEMATICS
Computerized Accounting (sem)	Algebra I
Database Applications (sem)	Geometry
Desktop Publishing & Web Design (sem)	Algebra II
Intro to ComputersA (sem)	Liberal Arts Math
Intro to Computers B (sem)	Algebra III
Office Practice A (sem)	Pre Calculus
Office Practice B (sem)
Spreadsheet Application (sem)	MUSIC
Word Processing Applications (sem)	Band
	Chorus
ENGLISH
Composition I (sem)	SCIENCE
Composition & Analysis (sem)	Advanced Biology
Drama (sem)	Biology
Mystery & Suspense (sem)	Chemistry I
Mythology (sem)	Chemistry II
Survey of British Literature (sem)	Physics
Young Adult Literature (sem)	Bio. Science App. in Ag. I (sem)
Writing about Film (sem)	Bio. Science App. in Ag. II (sem)
	Ecology (sem)
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE	Microbiology (sem)
Adult Living (sem)
Child Development (sem)	SERVICE LEARNING
Exploring Professional Cooking (sem)
Fashion Merchandising (sem)	SOCIAL SCIENCE
Foods & Nutrition I (1 credit)	Civil Law (sem)
Foods & Nutrition II (1 credit)	Illinois History (sem)
Hospitality Services (sem)	Sociology (sem)
Parenting (sem)	World Geography (sem)
	World History II (sem)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Spanish II	YEARBOOK I (with instructor’s approval)
Spanish III	YEARBOOK II (with instructor’s approval)
Spanish IV	YEARBOOK III (with instructor’s approval)

1 Credit of Agriculture IV

ART

ENGLISH

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

MATHEMATICS

SOCIAL STUDIES

FRESHMAN COURSES