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Menahga High School
Registration Manual
Grades 9 - 12
2013-2014
(Updated 5/2/2013)
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Daily Schedule
Menahga High School operates on a seven period day. Courses run for approximately 50 minutes per period. Every
student is scheduled for seven periods per day. There are no study halls. The school day begins at 8:20 AM and ends at
3:11PM.
Registration Guidelines
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Students will register to the master schedule during the spring.
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Students will register in an arena format. Students will be signing up for existing classes and will know what times
of day the courses will be held. In order to maintain class sizes that are as reasonable as possible, sections will be
closed when they are full. At that time, students will register for alternate classes. All seniors will be guaranteed
placement in the courses that they need for graduation.
**All students must register for 7 credits**
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Repeating required courses. Using their registration books, students should check every course that was required
in prior years. If a student received an “F” in a required course, they need to register for that course the
following year. Students who fail a required course late in the year should call or come in to visit with Mr. Johnson
immediately upon learning of the failing grade. Students are responsible for ensuring that failed courses are
rescheduled for the following year.
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Final Scheduling
Students are expected to take the courses they selected at registration time. Students may have few opportunities
to “change their minds” after requests have been submitted, so it is important that they give serious consideration
to their elective choices. Classes placed in the final schedule are determined by:
a The number of students requesting the course.
b The availability of an instructor for the course.
c The availability of a room for the course.
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Teacher Requests
A request to change teachers shall be limited in regard to the following conditions:
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Teacher requests based on sibling or parent prior experiences are not considered in the
teacher change process.
A student may have a special education need that may require a teacher/schedule
change.
Any special or unusual requests to change teachers must be addressed with Mr. Stifter, High school
principal.
PLEASE NOTE: Requests to move to specific teachers cannot be honored. New placement is determined by
the best scheduling option.
6. Scheduling Changes
Students will be allowed to change their schedule no later than the first four days of a term. Schedule changes
due to change of mind are not allowed. Schedule changes must fit the following requirements:
1 Computer error.
2 Improper placement as determined by academic dean, teacher, or principal.
3 Medical or physical restrictions.
4 A failed or missing prerequisite.
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POST-SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows students in their junior or senior year to earn
college credit while in high school. PSEO is open to junior and senior high school students. Each college and/or
university that offers PSEO sets their own requirements for enrollment into the program. Students should check
with their high school counselor to find out if PSEO is right for them.
Students may take PSEO courses on a full or part-time basis. For full-time PSEO students who begin in their
junior year, it is possible to graduate from high school with enough college credits for an Associate’s Degree.
Postsecondary Enrollment Options for 10th-grade students interested in Career and Technical Education
July 15, 2012 - New legislation passed under Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.09, allows eligible 10th-grade
students to enroll in one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course. In order to be eligible, a 10th-grade
student must have taken the 8th-grade MCA reading test in the 8th-grade and have met the composite proficiency
level of “meets or exceeds”. If the student meets this standard, they may be eligible to enroll in CTE courses, as
identified by the Minnesota State College and University System (MNSCU) if they meet the specific course
requirements and pre-requisites of the CTE courses(s) they wish to enroll in. This option is open to Minnesota
public school students. View the MNSCU policy and procedures for PSEO.
Interested students who are enrolled in a district or an American Indian-controlled tribal contract school should
contact the eligible postsecondary institution to find out what Career and Technical Education courses they offer
and what the application process is at their college. Find the college that offers the career and technical programs
you are interested in on the Minnesota State College and University (MnSCU) site.
Please note: This opportunity for students is effective for the 2012-2013 academic year. For the 2013-14
academic year and beyond, a student must inform the district by May 30 of each year of the student’s intent to
enroll in any postsecondary courses during the following school year.
See Mr. Johnson if you have questions regarding PSEO.
Graduation-Required Assessments for Diploma (GRAD)
What are GRAD tests?
The Graduation-Required Assessment for Diploma (GRAD) tests measure proficiency on the Minnesota Academic
Standards and other essential skills. Students must meet the requirements of these tests in order to be eligible to graduate
from a Minnesota public high school. The Written Composition GRAD is a stand-alone test. The grade 10 Reading
Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) and the grade 11 Mathematics MCA can also be used to meet graduation
requirements. If students are proficient (achieve Meets or Exceeds the Standards), they have met their graduation
assessment requirement for that subject. This also applies to students qualifying for the MCA-Modified or Minnesota Test
of Academic Skills (MTAS) in place of the MCAs. For further information on MCA-Modified and MTAS, view their
respective Parent Fact Sheet on the MDE website. (See Just for Parents > Testing Information.) There is also a
Mathematics GRAD component in the Mathematics MCA that students take in grade 11 that provides another way for
students to meet graduation assessment requirements.
When is the first opportunity for students to take the GRAD?
The Written Composition GRAD is first given to students in grade 9. The Mathematics GRAD is part of the grade 11
Mathematics MCA. Students not proficient on the grade 10 Reading MCA may take the GRAD retest in the fall. Students
who did not pass the GRAD or are not proficient on the MCA in their first attempt have many opportunities to take the
GRAD retests.
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What happens if a student does not pass the GRAD in the first attempt?
Students who do not pass the Mathematics GRAD (embedded in the Mathematics MCA) or are not proficient on the
Reading or Mathematics MCA, will have numerous opportunities to take a GRAD retest online during the retest windows.
Students who do not pass the Written Composition GRAD will be able to take a retest twice a year. Check with your
student’s school for retest options available in your district.
What is the Written Composition GRAD?
A student writes to one prompt and the student’s essay is assigned a score based on the rater’s overall (holistic)
impression of the writing.
What are the Reading GRAD and Mathematics GRAD?
The Reading GRAD consists of several passages and 40 multiple-choice questions. The stand-alone Mathematics GRAD
consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. Both of these tests are administered online.
In what ways can students meet their graduation assessment requirement?
There are a number of ways to meet the graduation requirement:
• Earn a passing score on the Written Composition.
• Earn a proficient score on the Reading and Mathematics MCA or for mathematics a passing score on the GRAD
component.
• Earn a passing score on a GRAD retest.
• Receive an individual passing score (for students on IEP or 504 plan).
• Meet the alternate pathway requirements for the Mathematics GRAD.
• Receive an EL exemption.
• Pass an accountability test from another state approved by MDE.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA 04) states that all students with disabilities must
participate in statewide assessments. For students with a disability, the IEP team decides whether and how the student
participates:
1. By taking the GRAD, with or without accommodations, or
2. By taking an alternate assessment for accountability and/or graduation.
How are the tests scored?
The Written Composition GRAD student essays are scored by trained professionals using a holistic rubric. The range of
possible scores is 1 through 6: the passing score is 3 or higher. The Reading and Mathematics GRAD retests have
multiple-choice questions scored by computer. The passing scale score is 50 or higher.
How can students prepare for the tests?
The “Test Preparation Suggestions for Parents and Teachers” handout is available on the MDE website with tips on
content preparation, general test-taking strategies and using a calculator. (See Just for Parents > Testing Information.)
Other sources that may be helpful are the GRAD item samplers and Reading and Mathematics GRAD retest student
tutorial.
• Item samplers help students become familiar with the format of the test and provide examples of the types of questions
that are on the test. You can find item samplers for each grade and subject on the Minnesota Assessments portal. (Go to
www.mnstateassessments.org > Item Samplers.)
(Go to www.mnstateassessments.org > Resources > Student Resources.)
If you have any question regarding the GRAD test or any of the MN State tests please see Mr. Johnson.
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EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL
It is important for students to register for high school classes that will satisfy the entrance requirements for potential college or
university institutions. These requirements can vary between various institutions and between programs within the same institution. It
is the responsibility of the student to become familiar with the entrance requirements of potential institutions to which they wish to
apply. This can be best accomplished by speaking with admission representatives that visit MHS, or by contacting potential
institutions directly. Students are strongly encouraged to arrange a campus visit to those institutions that they may be considering.
Admissions factors considered by post-secondary institutions may include: grade point average (overall), grade point average in
challenging courses, class rank, high school course selection, entrance exam scores (ACT or SAT), participation in leadership in
school and community activities, a personal essay and teacher recommendations.
In general, students may adhere to these guidelines for admission:
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Minimum High School Course Requirements
Applicants are expected to complete the minimum course requirements listed below. Admission is competitive and successful
applicants typically exceed these requirements.
Admission is competitive and students admitted to the University typically exceed these minimum requirements. A fourth year
of math is strongly recommended, as are other academic courses that go beyond the requirements listed below.
(Applicants who are not on track to complete all of the core subject requirements may sometimes be admitted if they have promising
academic records and meet other admission requirements.)
English - 4 years
Emphasis on writing, including instruction in reading and speaking
skills and in literary understanding and appreciation.
Mathematics - 3 years*
4 years of math are required for Management, Biological
Sciences, and Science and Engineering.
Elementary algebra, geometry, intermediate algebra (integrated
math 1, 2 & 3). Examples of 4th year math include calculus
(preferred), pre-calculus, analysis, integrated math 4.
Science - 3 years
Biological science, chemistry, and physics are required
for Management, Biological Sciences, and Science and
Engineering.
Including one year each of biological and physical science, and
including a laboratory experience.
Social studies - 3 years
Including one year each of U.S. history and geography (or a course
that includes a geography component such as world history,
western civilization, or global studies)
Single second language - 2 years
Visual and/or performing arts - 1 year
Including instruction in the history and interpretation of the art
form (e.g. theater arts, music, band, chorus, orchestra, drawing,
painting, photography, graphic design, media production, theater
production)
* Beginning with students who apply for fall 2015 admission, four years of math will be required for all applicants.
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Minnesota State Colleges & Universities
Admissions Overview
The 31 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities offer excellent, affordable education in 47 communities across the state. You can
stay close to home or explore a new region of Minnesota while gaining the knowledge and career skills that fit your interests. With
more than 5,400 educational programs, the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities offer many choices at a great value.
What do I need to get into college?
Generally, you should take three years of math, science and social studies, and four years of English while in high school. For
technical and community colleges, all you need is a high school diploma or GED. There are minimum ACT or SAT test score
requirements for state universities. Check with the college or university admissions office for a complete set of admissions
requirements.
Steps to success
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See your high school guidance counselor for help beginning the college selection process.
Contact the college admissions office and ask for a brochure.
Explore college and university Web sites.
Search for academic programs/majors throughout the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.
Request more information from colleges that interest you.
Schedule a campus visit.
Take the ACT or SAT if you think you might attend a four-year university. One of these standardized tests is required for
admission to a four-year state university.
8 Consider taking college PSEO courses beginning in 11th grade if you are eligible. Under certain circumstances, students in
10th grade may also be eligible to enroll in PSEO courses.
9 Apply to college. For a four-year university, apply in the fall. For a two-year college, applications are accepted until the
college semester begins.
10 Apply for financial aid after Jan. 1 of your senior year. Download the free federal financial aid application (FAFSA) form at
www.fafsa.ed.gov
11 Look for scholarships. College admissions offices and high school counselors can help you.
12 Review the academic calendar to plan ahead for upcoming semesters.
Admissions Requirements
2-year state colleges
The two-year state community and technical colleges have an open admissions policy. This means:
● You can enroll if you have a high school diploma or a GED. Even without those, you may be admitted if you demonstrate
potential for success in college.
● You don’t have to take a standardized test to be admitted, and your high school grades and class rank are not considered.
● After you are admitted, you will take a placement test. That will tell you if you need to take remedial or developmental
courses, which will not count toward a degree, before you can take college-level courses. Many students need just one
developmental course, often in math or English. If you have taken a “college prep” curriculum in high school, you’re more
likely to do well on the test.
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4-year state universities
The seven state universities generally will admit you as a first-year student if you can answer “yes” to at least one of these questions:
1 Did you graduate in the top half of your high school graduating class?
2 Did you score 21 or higher on the ACT standardized test?
3 Did you receive a combined score of 1,000 or higher on the SAT standardized test?
Some of the state universities may ask you to meet slightly different requirements to be admitted. Check with the university
admissions office for details. Even if you don’t meet the minimum requirements, you may be considered for admission under special
provisions.
When should you apply?
Apply early in 12th grade for the best chance of being admitted. Some universities and programs do not have room for all qualified
applicants.
MINNESOTA PRIVATE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
The admission requirements for private colleges vary greatly. Students are strongly encouraged to contact prospective schools for
admission information. The general guidelines for the University of Minnesota or State universities may be followed but these are
generally minimum requirements. Several private colleges require three years of a foreign language.
MINNESOTA PRIVATE CAREER SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS
These schools offer programs in business, technology, cosmetology, art, music, and nursing. Again, students should contact
prospective schools for admission requirements.
MILITARY SERVICE
All military branches now require a high school diploma for entrance. Students interested in the military are encouraged to visit with
a military recruiter or school counselor for information.
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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS AND OTHER SPECIAL
TESTING DATES
The two most used college entrance exams are the ACT exam and SAT exam. It is best to check with the post-secondary institution
that you plan on attending to see which test they require. Most Midwest and Minnesota schools require the ACT exam.
ACT College Placement Exam
The ACT program is a comprehensive system for collecting and reporting information about students planning to enter postsecondary
education. It consists of four major components:
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Tests of Educational Development
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Student Profile Section
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Course/Grade Information Section
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ACT Interest Inventory
The ACT is administered on six national test dates each year. Participating colleges may use the residual testing program for their
enrolled or admitted students who were unable to test on a national test date.
Through ACT Reporting Services, colleges and agencies designated by the student receive the information collected on the ACT
record.
The Tests of Educational Development
These tests are designed to assess students' general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work. The
multiple-choice tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. The optional Writing Test is a 30-minute
essay test that measures students' writing skills in English.
The tests emphasize reasoning, analysis, problem solving, and the integration of learning from various sources, as well as the
application of these proficiencies to the kinds of tasks college students are expected to perform.
In addition to providing a composite score and scores for each of four skill areas, the ACT also provides two subscores in English,
three subscores in mathematics, and two subscores in reading. Two scores are reported if students take both the English Test and
Writing Test: a combined English/Writing score and a Writing Test subscore. ACT also provides some comments about each student's
essay.
To register for the ACT go to www.actstudent.org
SAT Exam
SAT Reasoning Exam
The SAT Reasoning Test is the nation's most widely used admissions test among colleges and universities. It tests students' knowledge
of subjects that are necessary for college success: reading, writing, and mathematics. The SAT assesses the critical thinking skills
students need for academic success in college—skills that students learned in high school.
The SAT is typically taken by high school juniors and seniors. It tells students how well they use the skills and knowledge they have
attained in and outside of the classroom—including how they think, solve problems, and communicate. The SAT is an important
resource for colleges. It's also one of the best predictors of how well students will do in college.
SAT Subject Tests
Subject Tests (formerly SAT II: Subject Tests) measure your knowledge and skills in particular subject areas, and your ability to apply
that knowledge.
The SAT Subject Tests are the only national admissions tests that give you the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of content in
specific subjects, such as English, history, mathematics, science, and various foreign languages.
Many colleges use the Subject Tests for admission, for course placement, and to advise students about course selection. Some colleges
specify the Subject Tests that they require for admission or placement; others allow applicants to choose which tests to take. These
tests give you and colleges a very reliable measure of how prepared you are for college-level work in particular subjects. Used in
combination with other background information (your high school record, SAT scores, teacher recommendations, etc.), they provide a
dependable measure of your academic achievement and are a good predictor of future college performance in specific subject areas.
SAT Dates: go to www.collegeboard.com for more information.
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NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE FOR THE COLLEGE-BOUND
STUDENT ATHLETE
If you are planning to enroll in college as a first-year student and you wish to participate in NCAA Division I or Division II athletics
(like the University of Minnesota or State Universities), you must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. The
Clearinghouse ensures consistent application of NCAA initial –eligibility requirements for all prospective student athletes at all
member institutions. Requirements for eligibility are very specific and rigid. It is the responsibility of all prospective NCAA Division
I and Division II student athletes at Pillager High School to familiarize themselves with these requirements and to apply to the
Clearinghouse.
Because some classes taken at Menahga High School may not meet the NCAA definition of a core class, prospective NCAA student
athletes should meet with their coach and their school counselor to obtain written materials and an application. Students should apply
after their junior year transcript is complete (normally the fall of their senior year.)
For more information and registration visit: www.eligibilitycenter.org
What is the NCAA Eligibility Center? Why is it Important?
The NCAA Eligibility Center took over operations for the NCAA Initial-Eligibility
Clearinghouse in November 2007. The Eligibility Center certifies the academic and amateur
credentials of all students who want to play sports at an NCAA Division I or II institution as
freshmen. In order to practice, play and receive an athletics scholarship, students need to meet
certain academic benchmarks. An additional certification process exists to make sure the student
is still an amateur, which is necessary in order for the student to compete.
Academic Credentials + Amateurism Status = College Eligible
What are the Academic Initial-Eligibility Requirements?
The following requirements must be met in order for a student to be able to practice, play and
receive a scholarship at an NCAA Division I or II college or university.
Division I:
1. Graduate from high school;
2. Complete a minimum of 16 core courses;
3. Present the required grade-point average (GPA) (see the sliding scale in the Guide for the
College-Bound Student-Athlete for Division I);
4. Present a qualifying test score on either the ACT or SAT (see the sliding scale in the
Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete); and
5. Complete the amateurism questionnaire and request final amateurism certification.
Division I Core-Course Breakdown (Courses Must Appear on your List of Approved Core
Courses)
4 years of English
3 years of math (Algebra 1 or higher)
2 years of natural or physical science (including one year of lab science if offered by your
high school)
1 extra year of English, math, or natural or physical science
2 years of social science
4 years of extra core courses from any category above, or foreign language,
nondoctrinal/comparative religion/philosophy
Division II
1. Graduate from high school;
2. Complete a minimum of 14 core courses (Note: increase to 16 core courses for class of
2013 and beyond);
3. Present a minimum 2.000 core-course grade-point average (GPA);
4. Present a minimum 820 SAT score (critical reading and math only) or 68 sum ACT score
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qualifying test score on either the ACT or SAT; and
5. Complete the amateurism questionnaire and request final amateurism certification.
Download the quick reference sheet with the requirements.
Division II Core-Course Breakdown:(Courses Must Appear on your List of Approved Core
Courses)
3 years of English
2 years of math (Algebra 1 or higher)
2 years of natural or physical science (including one year of lab science if offered by your
high school);
2 additional years of English, math, or natural or physical science (3 years required in
2013 and beyond)
2 years of social science
3 years of extra core courses from any category above, or foreign language,
nondoctrinal/comparative religion/philosophy (4 years required in 2013 and beyond)
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Suggested Courses of Study
Below, you will find suggested courses of study for students who have different general plans for the years immediately following
high school. It is the mission of Menahga High School to prepare all students for some type of post-secondary education. All students
must meet Menahga High School graduation requirements for their graduating class, but beyond that there may be specific courses
that are appropriate for preparation for a chosen career or college major. Please remember these are only suggestions. The ultimate
decision for course choices rests with the student and their parents.
A STUDENT PLANNING TO ATTEND A TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Meet all graduation requirements, plus consider the following:
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Continue taking Math and Science courses every year. Math and science skills are essential to a solid foundation in
technical training, particularly in your senior year of high school.
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English Courses: Many technical colleges have general education requirements and will require writing and communication
skills. Be sure to take courses that prepare you for the rigor of the college curriculum.
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All other subject areas: Carefully review course offerings in each subject area and choose courses appropriate to your
chosen field of study.
A STUDENT PLANNING TO ATTEND A FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE THAT HAS STANDARD OR MODERATE
SELECTIVITY:
Meet all graduation requirements, plus consider the following:
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Take challenging courses in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. Even though a college’s automatic admission
policy may depend on GPA and ACT scores, you will need to be prepared to handle the rigor of the college curriculum. I
have spoken to many students who are shocked at the amount of reading and homework in college, even though they may
have achieved high grades here at Menahga High School. Here are some courses to consider:
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English Courses: College Composition I, College Composition II, British Literature, American Literature, Intro to
Literature, Readings in American Life.
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Math Courses: Trigonometry, College Algebra (if you qualify), Calculus. It is highly recommended you take math courses
your senior year in high school
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Science: Be sure to take Biology in grade 10 and a Chemistry course in grade 11 or 12. Consider taking College Physics or
College Chemistry if you qualify.
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Social Studies: You will need to consider taking challenging courses such as College Psychology or Sociology just for the
introduction to the reading demands of college courses if nothing else.
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Other subject areas: Choose carefully from other areas. Consider whether the courses you are taking are just to fill time or
if they truly relate to the direction you are taking. ‘
A STUDENT PLANNING TO ATTEND A FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE THAT HAS HIGH SELECTIVITY:
Meet all graduation requirements, plus consider the following:
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TAKE THE MOST CHALLENGING COURSES WE HAVE TO OFFER, EITHER ON CAMPUS OR ONLINE.
Many of our graduates who have attended highly selective colleges have exhausted all that we have to offer in each of the
core subject areas. Senior year is not a time to “take it easy.” Be sure to plan out the most challenging curricula in all areas.
Also, consider taking Art and Music classes if you are not already involved in those areas. A 4.0 GPA is not a guarantee of
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admission or subsequent success if you haven’t properly prepared yourself for the demands of college level work. Menahga
is a small school, and students may have taken all the challenging coursework that we have to offer on campus. However,
there are many resources for online learning. Students may take HS courses online or more advanced college level work
online. Please see Mr. Johnson for subject offerings.
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English, Math, Science, and Social Studies: Try to take the college courses offered in the high school and online in these
areas. Don’t confine your studies to the high school course offerings. Seek out experts in your chosen field of study and job
shadow or interview them about the demands of their job. Seek out conferences, workshops, seminars, leadership forums,
etc. that will help you gain an understanding and broaden your knowledge base in specific areas.
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Other considerations: If you are a music or art student, consider studying privately with an expert in your area. Private
study in any area will provide you with insights beyond what you gain in the classroom, especially in the development of a
personal portfolio or resume.
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Menahga High School
Graduation Requirements
Class of 2014
English (4 Credits)
English 9 (1 credit)
English 10 (1 credit)
English Electives Jr. and Sr. Year (2 credits)
Social Studies
(4 Credits)
Civics 9 (1 credit)
American History 10 (1 credit)
World History 11 (.5 credit)
World Geography 11 (.5 credit)
Modern World History/Government (.5 credit)
Economics 12 (.5 credit)
Mathematics (3 credits)
9th –Algebra or Geometry (1 credit)
10th – Geometry or Advanced Algebra (1 credit)
11th – Advanced Algebra or Trigonometry (1
credit)
*The U of MN system (Twin Cities, Duluth, Morris,
Crookston) will require 4 math credits starting fall of 2015
Science (3 credits)
Biology 9 (1 credit)
Physical Science 10 (1 credit)
11th – Science Elective (1 credit)(Class of 2015
and beyond needs to take Chemistry or Physics)
Physical Education & Health (2
credits)
PE 9/Drivers ED (1 credit)
PE 10 (.5 credit)(2 of 4 elective courses)
Health 10 (.5 credit)
Business Education
(1 credit)
Futures Prep 9 (.5 credit)
Computer Applications 9 (.5 credit)
Fine Arts (1 credit)
Any Elective(s) in the Fine Arts category (Band,
Choir, Guitar, Art course, theater course) (1
credit)
Electives (9 credits)
General Elective courses (9 credits)
Total (27 credits)
27 credits are needed to graduate from MHS.
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Menahga High School
Graduation Requirements
Class of 2015 and 2016
English (4 Credits)
English 9 (1 credit)
English 10 (1 credit)
English Electives Jr. and Sr. Year (2 credits)
Social Studies
(4 Credits)
Civics 9 (1 credit)
American History 10 (1 credit)
World History 11 (.5 credit)
World Geography 11 (.5 credit)
Modern World History (.5 credit)
Economics 12 (.5 credit)
Mathematics (3 credits)
9th –Algebra or Geometry (1 credit)
10th – Geometry or Advanced Algebra (1 credit)
11th – Advanced Algebra or Trigonometry (1
credit)
*The U of MN system (Twin Cities, Duluth, Morris,
Crookston) will require 4 math credits starting fall of 2015
Science (3 credits)
Biology 9 (1 credit)
Physical Science 10 (1 credit)
Chemistry or Physics (1 credit)
Physical Education & Health (2
credits)
PE 9/Drivers ED (1 credit)
PE 10 (.5 credit)(2 of 4 elective courses)
Health 10 (.5 credit)
Business Education
(1 credit)
Futures Prep 9 (.5 credit)
Computer Applications 9 (.5 credit)
Fine Arts (1 credit)
Any Elective(s) in the Fine Arts category (Band,
Choir, Guitar, Art course, theater course) (1
credit)
Electives (9 credits)
General Elective courses (9 credits)
Total (27 credits)
27 credits are needed to graduate from MHS.
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Menahga High School
Graduation Requirements
Class of 2017 and beyond
English (4 Credits)
English 9 (1 credit)
English 10 (1 credit)
English Electives Jr. and Sr. Year (2 credits)
Social Studies
(4 Credits)
Civics 9 (1 credit)
American History 10 (1 credit)
World History 11 (.5 credit)
World Geography 11 (.5 credit)
Modern World History (.5 credit)
Economics 12 (.5 credit)
Mathematics (3 credits)
9th –Algebra or Geometry (1 credit)
10th – Geometry or Advanced Algebra (1 credit)
11th – Advanced Algebra or Trigonometry (1
credit)
*The U of MN system (Twin Cities, Duluth, Morris,
Crookston) will require 4 math credits starting fall of 2015
Science (3 credits)
Biology 9 (1 credit)
Physical Science 10 (1 credit)
Chemistry or Physics (1 credit)
Physical Education & Health (2
credits)
Health 9 I and Health 9 II (.5 credit)
PE9 (.25 credit)
Drivers ED 9 (.25 credit) (Take PE 9 if DE is not
needed)
PE 10 (1 credit) (choice of 4 electives)
Business Education
(1 credit)
Futures Prep 9 (.5 credit)
Computer Applications 9 (.5 credit)
Fine Arts (1 credit)
Any Elective(s) in the Fine Arts category (Band,
Choir, Guitar, Art course, theater course) (1
credit)
Electives (9 credits)
General Elective courses (9 credits)
Total (27 credits)
27 credits are needed to graduate from MHS.
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MHS College in the High School (CIHS) Courses 2013-2014
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA CROOKSTON
***College credit courses (both online and college in the high school (CIHS)) are only offered to juniors and
seniors. The requirements are as such: 3.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average and a junior or senior
according to cummulative high school credits.*** 3 College credits equal to 1 MHS Credit.
Semester 1 Course Offerings
Comp 1011 Composition I: 3 credits
Process of clear, concrete, and convincing writing. Generation and discovery of subjects, revisions, editing. Taught by Mr. Bolton
Hist. 1021 World Civilization I : 3 credits
Ancient near East, Greece, Egypt, Rome, and Medieval Europe. Taught by Mrs. Kramer (World History – 1st Semester)
Math 1031 College Algebra and Analytical Geometry: 3 credits
Basic algebraic operations, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, variation, functions and their graphs, theory of equations,
exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices and determinants. Taught by Mr. Wurdock
Semester 2 Course Offerings
Comp 1013 Composition II: 3 credits
(Prereq-Comp 1011)
Writing summaries. Writing to synthesize material from several sources. Evaluating readings and other material from several sources.
Evaluating readings and other materials. Research writing. Taught by Mr. Bolton
Math 1142 Survey of Calculus: 3 credits
(Prereq.-Math 1031)
Derivatives, integrals, differential equations, maxima and minima, partial differentiation, applications. Taught by Mr. Wurdock
Psych. 1001 General Psychology 3 credits
Overview of psychology as scientific study of human/animal behavior emphasises goals of psychology to describe, understand,
predict, and control behavior. Biological, cognitive, affective, and social perspectives are explored. Taught by Mrs. Berg
Spch. 1101 Introduction to Speech (Public Speaking): 3 credits
Topic selection, research, organization, rehearsal, and extemporaneous delivery of informative and persuasive speeches. Taught by
Mr. Bolton
2013-2014 College in the High School Registration Dates
Students are responsible to register for the CIHS classes. Students need to let Mr. Johnson know what
classes that they registered for.
Fall 2013 Registration Dates: April 8th - May 17th
Spring 2014 Registration Dates: November 4th - December 2nd
For more information visit: www.umcrookston.edu/cihs
To register for CIHS classes please click here.
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PSEO Online through the U of M Crookston
Website: http://www1.crk.umn.edu/admissions/prospective/pseo/
2013-14 Registration Dates:
Fall 2013: ~ Deadline is August 16th, 2013
Spring 2014: ~ Check their website for specific date.
How to Apply
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Complete both PSEO application forms. (Form 1 and Form 2 ).
Submit official high school transcripts. *
Submit official ACT scores. **
*Transcripts are considered official if they bear the original signature of the high school, seal of the institution, or
printed on security paper. Transcripts must have been issued within the last year.
**ACT scores are considered official if they are delivered directly from ACT or listed on the official high school
transcript. Students can register for the ACT by visiting http://www.actstudent.org/ or by registering for the
residual ACT on the University of Minnesota, Crookston campus by contacting Meloni Rasmussen 218-281-8586 to
set up an appointment.
Who is eligible to take part in the PSEO program at UMC?
High School juniors or seniors that have a 21 or better ACT composite score and a cumulative secondary school GPA of
3.0 or higher. Throughout the course of a student’s career in the PSEO program, he or she must maintain that 3.0
cumulative average.
What do you need to consider?
In class you will be treated as any other college student.
1 You will have full responsibility for managing your time.
2 You will be expected to meet deadlines without being reminded.
3 You will be expected to complete work at the level of a college student/high school graduate.
4 You will have to study more outside of the classroom.
Please visit with Mr. Johnson about PSEO online before you register. All registration material should be turned
into Mr. Johnson and he will mail them to the U of M Crookston.
Full list of classes for each semester available at by clicking here
PSEO Students may only register for courses in the 1000 and 2000 ranges
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College in Schools Program Offered through Central Lakes College
For information on the Central Lakes CIS program please visit the homepage at:
http://www.clcmn.edu/cis/index.html
Admission
You are eligible for admission to the CIS program if you are a high school junior with a 3.0 or a senior with a 2.5
cumulative grade point average. As part of the CIS admissions process, you will be asked to complete an application,
provide a high school transcript and complete the college assessment (Accuplacer) and complete a data enrollment form.
You will be asked to provide a birthdate and Social Security number (optional) in order to ensure a
correct CLC academic record. Personal information is highly secure in the student records system and will not be shared
with anyone other than the college community.
In rare cases students having less than the required grade point average may appeal to enroll in the CIS program.
Appealing requires that both you and your counselor write a letter of appeal stating why you feel you can be successful
and identifying the courses you wish to register for. The appeal information is submitted to the CIS Appeals Committee
for review and you will receive written notification of your acceptance or denial.
Required Forms:
Students need to complete the three (3) required forms and turn into Mr. Johnson. Click on the links below to be taken to
forms. Forms are also available from Mr. Johnson
1. CIS Application
2. Authoization for Release of Information
3. Data Enrollment Form
Once forms are completed students should schedule to take the Accuplacer with Mr. Johnson.
2013-14 Courses offered at MHS:
Year Long:
PHYS 1401 College Physics I
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: MATH 1470 or concurrent enrollment
This course gives a general theoretical and practical introduction to PHYSICS. The theory part contains the following
topics: kinetics of one and two dimensions, force and dynamics, circular motion, gravitation, work and energy, linear
momentum, rotational motion, bodies in equilibrium, waves, and sound.
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Digital Learning Solutions by NJPA
Online Course Offerings
Menahga High School offers online courses through a cooperative agreement with Digital Learning Solutions.
Menahga students in grades 10 - 12 are allowed to take an online course. It is highly recommended that
you only take one (1) online course per semester. Online courses are designed for the self-motivated
student. Not all students are successful in the online setting. The majority of classes offered are for high
school credit, but a few are dual credit with college credit coming from Central Lakes College. Please refer to
the course catalog and registration packet below.
Digital Learning Solutions Course Catalog for 2013-14
Digital Learning Solutions Registration Packet for 2013-14
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Classes Offered at Menahga High School
Unless otherwise indicated, classes are traditional - All required instruction and work delivered/taken in classroom.
Other designations:
Web-Enhanced - All required instruction delivered in classroom / some work (assignments, tests, etc.) delivered/taken online.
Hybrid - Most required instruction delivered in classroom / portion of instruction delivered online. Some work (assignments, tests,
etc.) delivered/taken online.
Agriculture
Animal Science
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
Limit: 25
This course will deal with both large and small animals both on and off the farm, including dairy, beef, swine, sheep, poultry, horses
and small animals. Some topics covered will be in care, nutrition, genetics and production will be covered.
Environmental Science
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Biology
This course includes the study of ecosystems and how they function followed by the examination of major global environmental
issues that may include and are not limited to: overpopulation, lake eutrophication sewage pollution/treatment, air pollution, acid rain
and greenhouse effect. Other topics will be studied as time permits. Major research papers and other projects will be required.
Forestry
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This class is based on multiple use forestry, and will focus on forest products, habitat management, recreation, and watershed. It will
involve land use and description, tree identification, management of forest resources, and exposure to common tools used in forestry.
The Menahga school forest will serve as a laboratory for the class and allow students the ability to practice and apply concepts from
the class.
Horticulture
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This class will help students develop knowledge and skills in basic plant growth and production. Plant identification, growth factors,
plant production, landscape, and floral design will all be areas covered.
Intro to Agriculture
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to introduce general areas of agriculture. Topics include soils, forestry, meats, production agriculture, wildlife,
and career awareness. Duration of the topics varies with the time of the year.
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Cont’d Agriculture
Land Use Management
Grades: 9-12
Semester
Limit: 25
In this course, students will learn how to manage land to achieve a desired goal. Students will learn about soil, water,
vegetation/forestry and the various methods to manage these three environments responsibly. Students will also learn about human
effects on the environment and how to become responsible land managers. This will be classroom based, but will include as many
hands-on activities and outdoor experiences as possible.
Small Engines
Grades: 10-12
Semester
Limit: 15
During this introductory course in small engine technology, each student will participate in operating tools and equipment common in
the small engine repair service industry. Emphasis will be placed on safety, proper tool and equipment use, and development of skills
in measurement, replacement of parts, & following technical instructions. Each student will also develop basic troubleshooting skills.
Activities in class include disassembly, examination, and reassembly of a 4-cycle small engine. Upon completion of this activity, each
student must provide another engine for activities in realistic troubleshooting and overhaul experience.
Welding
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed for the student to learn the basic skills in arc, oxyacetylene and wire-feed welding. Time is provided for
students to do project work where the student can make a project of their choice.
Wildlife Management
Grades: 9-12
Semester
Limit: 25
In this course, students will learn about various fish & wildlife species, particularly species found in MN and how to manage these
species. Management principles such as hunting, fishing, & restocking will be explored. Other subjects covered in this course will be
wildlife id, food webs & chains, population estimates, and species effects on the environment. Hands-on activities and field trips will
be included as much as possible.
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Business and Technology Education
Accounting I
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This course provides financial knowledge for everyone who hopes to have money and successfully manage it. It provides an important
foundation for future college business majors and minors. Those thinking about starting their own business should also consider taking
accounting. Students will be introduced to accounting and career opportunities in the accounting profession. Students will learn about
the business operations of a sole proprietorship. Students will learn how to analyze transactions to determine debits and credits, how to
journalize and post, and how to use a worksheet to prepare financial statements.
Accounting II
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: Accounting I
This course builds upon the financial accounting concepts and practices developed in Accounting I. Students will learn about the
business operations of a partnership as well as a corporation. Students will have the opportunity to complete an accounting simulation
for a business applying all the skills learned. They will also learn how to do personal and business tax forms, tax returns, payroll
accounting, and computerized accounting. It is recommended that Accounting II directly follows Accounting I.
Advanced Microsoft Office
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None (Keyboarding Recommended)
Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office is becoming an expected skill in the workplace. Students will continue using their
keyboarding skills while reviewing Microsoft Word. They will thoroughly explore Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets) and Microsoft
Access (database). Students will learn to feel comfortable and confident working with the current technology used in the world of
business. This course is helpful for gaining employment skills, for producing high quality materials for other classes, and for college
preparation.
Business and Personal Law
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length Semester
Prerequisite: None
Business and Personal Law is a course that provides the basic foundation of the legal system. Students are introduced to the law
through a brief look at the following topics: how laws are developed, the American legal system, the function, organization, and
workings of the federal and state court systems, civil and criminal law; rights and responsibilities of young people, contractual rights
and responsibilities; renting an apartment; wills; and estate planning. This course will help students understand their legal rights and
responsibilities and legal implications in various business situations. Students will be able to see that law is a force in everyone's life!
Business and Personal Law is a course that is relevant for every student, but especially helpful for any student considering a major in
Business, Law or Political Science.
Desktop Publishing and Presentations
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None (Keyboarding Recommended)
Students will design and develop publications and PowerPoint presentations by combining text, graphics, and design elements.
Students will learn the layout basics to combine graphics and text in an attractive and easy-to-read format. This course will provide
students with the opportunity to utilize creativity, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Projects range from simple to more
complex applications including newsletters, programs, business cards, flyers, brochures, etc., as well as various presentations.
Students will primarily be using Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft PowerPoint.
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Business and Technology Education Cont’d
Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
Would you like to see what it’s like to own and manage a business? This course will introduce you to the major activities associated
with operating a business, including marketing, finance, management, operations, and human resources. Students will learn basic
concepts and terminologies associated with the field of business and have the opportunity to develop a business plan for a small
business. Small Business Management offers students an opportunity to develop a better understanding of the business community
and the role that each of us play in the business world. Students will create their own business plan as part of this class.
Real Life 101 Finance
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
How do you find a job? Or rent an apartment? Or balance your checkbook? This course is a beginner’s guide to personal finance, and
will cover many “real life” issues that will help you to function and succeed in the real world. The course will include units on: What
To Do After High School, Getting a Job, Money and Banking Basics, Saving, Budgeting, Credit, Finding a Place to Live, Insurance,
Buying a car, and Investing. This course is for everyone and anyone who wants to prepare for life after high school, as well as those
that want to get their financial life off to a great start! This course will also incorporate Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace
University” High School Curriculum.
Personal Finance
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This is a very practical course that will benefit every student. This course covers the various ways to effectively manage one‘s
personal finances. Topics covered in this course include budgeting, banking services, checking accounts, saving, investing, credit &
loans, insurance, taxes, and housing. Prepare for your financial future by taking Personal Finance!
Future’s Prep
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: none
Future‘s prep is a ninth grade required class that is designed to force students to look prepare for future endeavors. During the
semester class, students will be doing career exploration, setting education goals according to career plans, learning life skills, and
learning proper study skills.
9th Grade Computer Applications
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
Students will utilize their keyboarding skills while discovering the many features of the Microsoft Office Suite. The focus will
primarily be on Word (creating, editing and formatting various documents, including reports); Excel (spreadsheets, graphs and charts);
and PowerPoint (slides and presentations). Students will also begin to explore Access (database activities to create forms, queries and
tables). This course is designed to give students an introductory, yet solid, foundation of this popular software package.
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English & Language Arts
4 ENGLISH CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
***You will need permission from the English department to carry more than one English credit per year during your junior and/or
senior year. Also, you are required to seek permission from the English department if you wish to carry an independent study course
for a class offered in the school curriculum course offerings. In the instance an independent study is approved, only an English
instructor will be allowed to supervise the process.***
English 9
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
English 9 consists of the study of grammar, literature and composition. Grammar units focus on capitalization, punctuation, parts of
speech, usage,and sentence structure. Literature units include short stories,drama, poetry, nonfiction, and novels. Composition units
stress the use of the process of writing and correct grammar in student compositions related to literature. Students will participate in a
year-long spelling and vocabulary program, write two book reviews, and complete two research projects.
English 10
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
English 10 consists of the study of grammar, composition, and literature. The literature in this class focuses on the study of short
stories, drama, (Shakespearean, Greek, and modern), poetry, non-fiction, and the novel. Grammar and composition include the
following study areas: Grammar, usage, sentence structure, the writing process, library and reference tools, mechanics, speaking, and
listening. This courses includes a yearlong vocabulary and spelling program. Weekly spelling and vocabulary tests are included in the
tenth grade curriculum.
Students are required to write two book reviews during the year.. The student selection for book reviews shall be in keeping with the
literary maturity they have reached in this class.
Students are also required to write one major research paper during the year with APA documentation on a word processor. The topic
is to be determined in consultation with the instructor.
American Cinema
Grade Level: 11&12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to familiarize students with the various techniques and features that comprise filmmaking. The various
components of filmmaking, the choices filmmakers can make in telling a story in aural and visual terms will be examined. Conceptual
issues such as film authorship, film genres, film ideology, and what alternatives exist to Hollywood narrative filmmaking will be
considered.
There are three aims of the course:
1) …that students become aware of film’s visual and aural techniques as well as its capacity to tell stories.
2)…in addition to being more observant, students be able to develop skills in analyzing films, understanding in particular the
consequences of particular artistic choices for a film’s meaning.
3)…to explore a range of great movies from film history (as opposed to recent films) from directors such as Orson Welles, Mike
Nichols, and Alfred Hitchcock.
Language Arts competencies would include
1) critically view and analyze film
2) apply to film analysis an appropriate vocabulary of film-related terms
3) develop and support film analysis essays
4) apply different critical analysis techniques to film
5) present student ideas effectively in a classroom situation
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English and Language Arts Cont’d
American Literature
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
The student will be introduced to major periods of American literature including works from the Colonial Period (Puritanism), the
Revolutionary period, Transcendentalism, Realism, and Naturalism. The student will be expected to demonstrate a comprehension of
the stylistic and thematic characteristics of each period.
British Literature
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
Students will study British literature through reading, analyzing, and writing working with a variety of classic, traditional, and
contemporary literary selections. Major British writers will be studied in the context of literary periods (Romantic, Victorian, etc.,),
social movements, styles and themes.
Composition I
Grade Level: 11-12
Hybrid
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
MHS and College Credit
Process of clear, concrete, and convincing writing. Generation and discovery of subjects, revisions, editing.
Composition II
Grade Level: 11-12
Hybrid
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Composition I
MHS and College Credit
Writing summaries. Writing to synthesize material from several sources. Evaluating readings and other material from several sources.
Evaluating readings and other materials. Research writing. Taught by Mr. Bolton
Contemporary Literature (FW Online Course)
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
The class will examine contemporary literature forms though the study of novels. Students will learn to recognize the literary forms
that are common to both the film medium and the printed page. Novel selections may include but are not limited to The Lottery Rose,
The Awakening, Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry, The Heat is a Lonely Hunter, The Catcher in the Rye.
Creative Writing
Grade level: 11-12
Course length: 1 semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
This course will offer students opportunities to examine and refine their own individual writing processes as they engage in a range of
writing activities such as personal essays, informative/evaluative essays, critical essays about literature, as well as position, persuasive,
and problem/solution essays. Students will be offered a “practical” approach to creative writing.
Introduction to Literature
Grade Level: 11-12
Hybrid
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
MHS and College Credit
The focus of this class examines major forms of literature from a variety of cultures and historical periods. Important ideas in British
and world literature are studied to develop an informed, personal response to the class selections. The reading requirements for this
class are significant. This reading is supported with tests, term papers, oral presentations, and daily assignments.
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English and Language Arts Cont’d
Media Literacy (FW Online Class)
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
This class aims to enhance your literacy and critical thinking skills to become skilled consumers of mass media. You will be
challenged to develop a deeper, critical understanding of our world-wide media driven culture and online social culture e.g. Facebook,
Myspace. You will develop the advanced literacy skills needed to process and utilize information in our multi-media society. Writing
assignments and online discussions will help you to clarify and define your own opinions while practicing and learning good writing
habits. You will also be directed to several online resources that are an important part of the curriculum.
Public Speaking
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
MHS and College Credit
Speech will cover the basic communication skills including body language, listening, writing, and speaking skills. Some of the types
of speeches taught will include impromptu, demonstration, informative, persuasive, and special occasion speeches. Additional topics
will focus on issues specific to group discussion, debate, radio/ television broadcasting, and oral interpretation of literature.
Readings in American Life
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
MHS and College Credit
The focus of this class is American literature from its beginnings to the present time. Important ideas and works are studied to develop
an informal and personal response to this literature. The reading requirements for this class are significant. This reading is supported
with tests, term papers, oral presentations, and daily assignments.
Short Stories
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
The Short Story class studies the elements of the short story, how a short story differs from a novel, literary devices, classic short
stories, contemporary short stories, and film adaptations of short stories. The writing of an original short story is also a class
requirement.
Viewpoints in Literature
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
This course will offer an opportunity for good reading, critical writing, and critical viewing as well as for interesting discussion.
Students will read today’s authors and analyze techniques of writers/filmmakers working in more recent years. Verbal participation
will be an important part of this class.
World Literature
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
This course is a survey of literature involving writers from various time periods and cultures around the world. The literary value of
each work within its respective cultural context is examined. The improvement of analytical skills in reading and writing will be the
result of focused textual readings of each work.
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Family and Consumer Science
Family Life I
Gr. Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: none
Family Life will evaluate the significance of family and its impact on the well being of individuals and society. Students will
demonstrate communication skills that contribute to positive relationships, evaluate effective conflict prevention and management
techniques, teamwork and leadership skills in the family, workplace, and community.
Family Life II
Gr. Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Family Life I
Family Life II will evaluate the significance of family while the individual moves towards independence. Living on your own,
relationships, marriage and parenting will be examined.
We will evaluate the impact of change and transitions of the family over the course of a lifetime.
Foods I
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
Includes information students need to help them learn about the basic management and preparation of food. Students will study the
use of different equipment and food preparation techniques. We will also have a unit on food preservation in the fall.
Foods II
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Foods I
Health, nutrition and eating disorders will be studied. During this semester students will research a culture of their choice and prepare
a meal from their country giving them a perspective of food cultures around the world. We will also be applying basic information for
designing and setting up a kitchen.
Homes and Interiors
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
This class will cover the issues of housing styles and their lifestyle applications. Students will address the issues of renting or buying a
home. Construction details, safety and maintenance will be discussed. This is a study on the interior surfaces of the house, room
designs, furniture styles and arrangements, and furniture accessories. The principles and elements of design will be applied to
projects. Students will use what they have learned to create a floor model.
Creative Textiles
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
We will study principles of clothing design and construction. A variety of design applications will be applied. Those include Batik,
tie-dyeing, machine embroidery, stamping and others. Applications on projects will be necessary. This course will deal with textiles in
other mediums besides clothing construction such as knitting, crocheting, macramé, weaving or other desired methods.
Standard: The student will use artistic processes to create original or perform existing works of visual art.
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Fine Arts
1 FINE ARTS CREDIT REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Band
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Previous knowledge of instrumental music or consent of the instructor
Concert Band is open to all 9th through 12th grade students with an interest in continuing to develop their instrumental music talent.
The emphasis of the program is to develop an instrumental performance ensemble through quality musical literature from various
periods throughout music history. Two concert performances, 1 contest performance, many potential pep band activities, individual
contest performances and other probable opportunities provide performance opportunities throughout the school year.
Choir
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
High School Choir is open to all 9th through 12th grade students who are interested in developing vocal and music skills within a choral
music context. The emphasis of the program is to develop a vocal performance ensemble through quality musical literature from
various periods throughout music history. Two concert performances, 1 contest performance, individual contest performances and
other opportunities for singing provide performance opportunities throughout the school year.
Guitar I
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
Guitar Class is an interactive class that is centered on learning to play the guitar. We will concentrate on proper playing, chords, chord
structure, basic music theory, and incorporate some history of the guitar into our class. We will be playing various styles of music
including folk, country, rock, jazz, and music from others genres as well. One performance opportunity will be given for each student
- either as a class or individually. The Course Goal is to provide a positive music learning experience for each student through the
development of guitar skills.
Guitar II
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Guitar I or consent of instructor
Guitar II is an interactive class that is centered on learning to play the guitar. We will concentrate on a more in depth study of
different playing techniques, more chords, and chord structure, music theory, and some history of guitar into the class. We will be
playing various styles of music including folk, country, rock, jazz, and music from other genres as well. One performance opportunity
will be given for each student – either as a class or individually. The course goal is to provide a positive music learning experience for
each student through the continued development of guitar skills.
Mixed Media Art
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: High School Art Class
Are you someone who likes to dabble in a variety of art media and processes? If so, MIXED MEDIA ART is for you! Student
artists will have the opportunity to explore everything from printmaking, batik, paper marbling, paper making, 2-D works, weaving,
calligraphy, bookmaking and more. Students will have the opportunity to use advanced art materials and techniques. Mixed-media
processes will be explored to develop individual fine art works. Students also use organizational principles and functions to solve
specific visual problems. Career research and the design of a professional portfolio/online journal are part of the course goals.
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Continued Fine Arts
Ceramics I
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
This course will cover basic hand construction and glazing techniques. This will be accomplished through demonstrations,
presentations and instructional video. Students will be working with three-dimensional form in order to develop understanding of
shape, scale, line, contrast and texture. Methods include coil pots, slab, pinch pots, wheel thrown, and additive/subtractive sculpture
techniques.
Ceramics II
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Ceramics I
In Ceramics II, additional attention is placed on technical excellence and problems of composition. Students are assisted in
developing more personalized works. Ceramic styles are explored according to each student's interests and needs. Issues of art
criticism and evaluation will help students gain a better understanding of what happens in the creative process.
Creative Media Lab
Grade Level: 10-12
Web Enhanced
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Combining creativity with technology, the Creative Media Lab will explore and teach students to use new media forms along with
very traditional media to create films, podcasts, documentary, rotoscoping, claymation, talk shows and explore sound and media to
create expressive works in film and communication. Digital and traditional photography as an art form may be addressed as
well. This class will fulfill a Fine Arts standard.
Drawing I
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None – Painting is a recommended class after Drawing
Students will learn about the elements of art: line, shape, value, color, texture and space through the medium of drawing. Emphasis
will be on contour line (both blind and modified) and gestural line as a foundation for all exercises that follow. Various artists will be
introduced to reinforce concepts of a lesson. Lessons will be sequential in nature. Students will deal with concepts such as linear
perspective (1pt., 2pt., 3pt.), atmospheric perspective, foreshortening, positive and negative space, creating the illusion of space and
form through value, proportions of the human face and body, and visual balance or composition.
Drawing II
Grades Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Drawing I
Students will learn about the principles of design: proportion, unity, harmony, variety, gradation, balance, and movement.
Composition and color theory will be discussed as well as techniques that contemporary illustrators utilize. The focus will be working
with 2-Dimensional art in color. Student subject matter will include self-portraits, the figure, still life, landscapes, interiors and
personal experience.
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Continued Fine Arts
Graphic Design I & II
Grade Level: 9-12
Web Enhanced
Course Length: Semester (Fall = GD I, Spring = GD II)
Prerequisite: None
This is a course for student interested in commercial art, advertising, and graphic communication careers. The course of study will
focus on creativity and basic knowledge of graphic design. Students will develop skills to visually communicate while incorporating
various aspects of computer technology. Units of study include visual communications, advertising, graphic principles, basic drawing
skills, art mediums, desktop publishing, layout, logo design, typography, color, production processes, printing concepts, package
design, careers, and work environments. Students will be trained in the development of concept and design for promotional materials
such as newspaper and magazine advertisements, posters folders, letterheads, corporate symbols, brochures, booklets, print art,
lettering and typography, photography, and electronic media.
Media: Yearbook Production
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Strong writing skills and instructor approval.
This course is designed as a laboratory class to produce the school yearbook. The class is an introduction to the elements of yearbook
page layout, photography, copywriting, advertising sales, and public relations. This class provides a hands-on experience for the
student. Some off-campus work is required with advertisement sales. Pending available resources, a unit of filmmaking will be
incorporated.
Painting
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: Drawing I
Students will learn about the elements of art: line, shape, value, color, texture and space through the medium of painting. Students will
also learn basic color theory and will use books, slides and reproductions to observe the history, techniques and color use of influential
painters. Students will learn to stretch a canvas and begin experimenting with additional painting grounds, paint uses and techniques
such as watercolor, egg tempera, crosshatching and glazing. This studio course is designed to provide students with technical skills in
order to observe reality and solve studio problems while manipulating painting techniques. Students must be able to find solutions to
graphic and compositional difficulties working with color, line, form, value, texture and other visual basic elements or their
combination. Students will cover techniques using the following media: watercolor, gouache, egg tempera, acrylic, and ink.
Printmaking
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Semester (Fall)
Prerequisite: Drawing I or Art Design – Graphic Design is a recommended class after Printmaking
In this class, the student will explore various forms of printmaking including, monoprints, collographs, relief printing, dry point
etchings, and multicolored registration methods. Completion of Drawing I or Art Design classes prior to this class will be beneficial.
Sculpture
Grade Level: 9-12
Web Enhanced
Course Length: Semester (Spring)
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to develop skills of three-dimensional problem solving and allows students to work with a variety of media.
Materials to be explored may include plaster,wood clay, plasticine, Paris Craft, wire, papier maché, fabric and fibers. The student is
introduced to basic techniques in mask making, figure sculpture, installation/site specific sculpture, low and high-relief work,
assemblage, and mixed media constructions. The student will have the opportunity to do individual research on sculptors, sculpture
directions in art history, art careers, specific media and techniques that are of particular interest to him or her. Research and reflective
analysis of works created by master artists from diverse cultures and media is required.
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Foreign Language
Foreign Language Lab
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Students will begin learning the language of their choice using the Rosetta Stone online program. This course will focus on all four
facets of using language: Speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition to the language lessons, students will attend weekly
sessions on skills in learning a foreign language.
Spanish I
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Spanish I introduces students to the Spanish language. The class is based on the Five Standards for Foreign Language:
communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. This set of interconnected goals emphasize using language for
communication with other peoples, gaining understanding of other cultures, and accessing information in a wide range of disciplines.
The four pillars of teaching a foreign language, reading, writing, speaking, and listening, will also be implemented on a daily basis.
Opportunities will be provided for students to practice using the language in range of contexts likely to be encountered in the Hispanic
culture. Students will listen to native Spanish speakers throughout the year, which improves proficiency of the foreign language.
Students should be at the “Novice Mid Level,” according to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines – Speaking, by the end of Spanish I.
Spanish II
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Spanish I
Spanish II expands the information of Spanish I. The student continues to build their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Students should be at the “Intermediate Mid Level,” according to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines – Speaking, by the end of
Spanish II.
Industrial Technology
Woods
Grades: 9-12
Semester
Limit: 15
During this introductory course in woodworking technology, each student will participate in operating tools and equipment common in
the modern woodworking industry. Emphasis will be placed on safety, proper tool and equipment use, and development of skills in
cutting, surfacing, assembly and finishing operations. Students will be required to find plans and acquire materials (or can be
purchased in-class) for their project within the first two weeks of class.
Wood (Girls only Section)
Grades: 9-12
Semester
Limit: 15
This course is the same as woods, but offered in a girl’s only section, with the hopes of creating a more comfortable and inviting
learning environment for girls interested in beginner’s level woodworking.
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Continued IT
Advanced Woods
Grades: 10-12
Semester
Prerequisite: Woods I
Limit: 15
During this advanced course in woodworking, each student will participate in operating tools and equipment common in the
woodworking industry.
Each student will build on previous experience gained in woods to design and construct complex wood structures incorporating doors,
drawers, and intricate joinery.
Students must be prepared to obtain materials for their projects, and a project plan during the first week of class.
Building Trades
Grades: 11 & 12
Semester
Limit: 16
Prerequisite: Woods I
During this introductory course in construction technology, each student will participate in operating tools and equipment common in
the building trades. Emphasis will be placed on safety, proper tool and equipment use, and the development of skills common to the
building trades industry. These skills will be built through hands-on activities in the school shop. Subjects covered will be framing,
siding, electricity, plumbing, sheet rocking & more.
Special Topics
Grades: 10-12
Semester
Limit: 20
This course will cover a variety of different areas.
1. Antler mounting & taxidermy - Each student will be required to mount 2 sets of antlers.
2. Basic auto mechanics - changing tires, oil, replace brakes, how to check fluids, etc.
3. Sportsman's art - students will make their own spearing decoys.
4. Other topics of class interest
Introduction to Engineering Design (PLWT)
Grades: 9-12
Year Long
Limit: 25
This class will explore engineering and the methods that engineers use to design new products or improve existing ones. Students will
learn the steps of the design process, how to document their ideas and problem solve. Students will learn how to communicate their
designs through sketching, and 3D computer drawings. At the end of this course, students with a grade of 85% and above in the class
may take a test to receive 3 college credits if they meet the required score.
Architectural Design
Grades: 9-12
Semester
Limit: 25
In this course, students will learn the basics of the architectural design process. Students will learn about the various styles of
residential architecture and about basic construction guidelines and rules. Students will also learn how to use a computer drafting
program to create their own set of blueprints for a house that they design.
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Mathematics
3 MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Algebra
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Algebra is the student's first extensive study involving the use of variables in mathematics. The first half of the year will include
solving equations, multiplying, and factoring polynomials, and working with algebraic fractions. The second half of the year is spent
introducing quadratic linear functions both algebraically and graphically. Also, special attention is given to proportions, ratios, and
percents. Real world applications are stressed throughout the year.
Geometry
Grade Level: 9-10
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra 8 or 9
Geometry develops deductive and inductive reasoning through the use of polygons, parallel lines, and circles. Solid geometry,
coordinate geometry, and transformations are discussed.
Advanced Algebra
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Geometry
Students will initially review the basic concepts of Algebra to develop extensive operations with real numbers and algebra. Areas
covered are problem solving, working with inequalities, absolute value, and proving theorems, linear equations and functions,
products, and factors of polynomials, ration expressions, laws of exponents, fractional equations irrational and complex numbers,
roots and radicals, quadratic equations and functions, solving quadratic equations, roots of quadratics, functions, graphs, variation and
polynomial equations, and analytic geometry distance midpoints.
Advanced Algebra is an extension of Algebra I. The topics of discussion are: sequences and series, triangle trigonometry,
trigonometric graphs, and identities, trigonometry applications, and inverse functions, matrices and determinants, probability and
statistics, introduction to calculus, differentiation, and integration.
Trigonometry & Analysis
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra
Trigonometry will begin with the development of the fundamental functions of trigonometry. Along with evaluation trigonometry
functions, radian and degree measures along with special angles will be incorporated. Graphing trigonometry functions, triangle
trigonometry, trigonometry identities, and inverse trigonometry functions will also be discussed in detail. Real world applications will
be implemented throughout the course.
Analysis will cover a variety of pre-calculus topics. Complex numbers, logarithmic functions, and exponential functions will be
discussed in detail. DeMoivre's Theorem, systems of equations and the use of matrices and determinants will also be introduced.
Sequences, series, and probability and statistics will round out the semester.
College Algebra
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (Fall)
Prerequisite: Trigonometry
MHS and College Credit
Basic algebraic operations, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, variation, functions and their graphs, theory of equations,
exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices and determinants.
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Continued Math
Calculus
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (Spring)
Prerequisite: Trigonometry & College Algebra
MHS and College Credit
Pre-Calculus skills introduced during Trig & Analysis are completed by students . The students then explore mathematical concepts
including polynomials, limit notation, derivation, integration, infinite series and sequences.
Physical Education and Health
Physical Education: 9th Grade
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: 1 quarter (possible two quarters of P.E. if Drivers Ed. course is not needed)
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Students will participate in a variety of team sports while still maintaining health enhancing physical fitness. Students will participate
in an assortment of team sports including Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Speedball, etc… Not only
that, but students will explore some new sports as well including Badminton, Pickle-ball, and Table-Tennis (Ping Pong). Students will
participate in game like play and also will be given multiple-choice written assessment to test their knowledge of the basic rules,
skills, and terms associated with each sport. Students will have skills-tests on the fundamental skills of each game and will also be
graded on their participation, cooperation, and sportsmanship for each unit. Finally, students will also be tested on their current
physical fitness level, by performing Fitness-Gram Physical Fitness Testing. Which will help them better understand what areas of
their “Health Related Fitness” they need to improving upon.
Health: 9th Grade
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: 2 quarters (students need to take Health 9 I and Health 9 II)
Prerequisite: 8th Grade Health
Required for Graduation
Health 9 I: Serves as an introduction to a healthy lifestyle. The course will touch on personal care and body systems, and human
growth and development. Students will also learn a lot about the health risks specific to tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs and the
importance of living a drug free lifestyle.
Health 9 II: Serves as an introduction to diseases and specific disorders. Focusing on both communicable and noncommunicable
diseases, as well as, HIV/AIDS. Students will also learn about safety and injury prevention, focusing on providing First Aid and CPR
and responding to other common emergencies.
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Continued Phyed/Health
Physical Education: 10
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Quarter (2 Quarters)
Prerequisite: 9th Grade Physical Education
Required for Graduation
Students are required to take two (2) of the following courses. Students will choose either quarters 1 & 2 or quarters 3 & 4.
Quarter 1: Team Sports
Quarter 2: Racquet Sports
Quarter 3: Lifetime Fitness
Quarter 4: Individual Sports
Team Sports (1st quarter): (Class Size-MAX = 32 students)
The emphasis of this course if for students to be exposed to a variety of team sports while still maintaining health enhancing physical
fitness. Students will participate in an assortment of team sports including Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee,
Volleyball, Speedball, etc… Students will participate in game like play and also will be given multiple-choice written assessment to
test their knowledge of the basic rules, skills, and terms associated with each sport. Students will have skills-tests on the fundamental
skills of each game and will also be graded on their participation, cooperation, and sportsmanship for each unit. If you are a
competitive student that likes to participate in game-like team play this is the course for you.
Racquet Sports (2nd): (Class Size-MAX = 24 students)
The emphasis of this course if for students to be exposed to a variety of racket sports while still maintaining health enhancing
physical fitness. Students will participate in an assortment of racquet sports including Badminton, Pickle-ball, Table-Tennis (Ping
Pong), etc. Students will participate in game like play (both singles and doubles action) and also will be given multiple-choice written
assessment to test their knowledge of the basic rules, skills, and terms associated with each sport. Students will have skills-tests on the
fundamental skills of each game and will also be graded on their participation, cooperation, and sportsmanship for each unit. Games
will including a tournament type format where students will be exposed to both singles and doubles play. If you are a student who
enjoys racquet sports and tournament play, this is the course for you.
Lifetime Fitness: (3rd quarter): (Class Size-MAX = 24 students)
The emphasis on this course is for students to learn basic fitness and health components. Students will learn, explore, and perform a
variety of fitness activities that help build their personal knowledge and shape their personal fitness foundation from Physical Activity
to Physical Fitness and Health and Wellness. Students will be participating in a variety of workouts from aerobic fitness to muscle
strength and endurance. They will also be partaking and participating in the newest workout crazes such as P90X and Insanity.
Students will be checking heart rates, wearing heart rate monitors, performing workout circuits, as well as designing and
implementing their own workouts. The students will also have a major project in this course, which will be to develop and implement
a Fitness Profile Project that looks at the five categories of Health Related Fitness (cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, muscle
endurance, flexibility, and body composition). Students will complete this objective by doing a self-assessment of their current fitness
level based on their Fitness-Gram Fitness Testing results and from there set both long and short term goals to reach their personal
fitness needs. Students will put this plan into action and record their fitness activities for three whole weeks and then analyze their
results and adjust their plan for their own personal success after 10th grade Physical Education. If you are a student who likes to stay
physically active and is highly self-motivated this course is for you.
Individual Sports (4th quarter): (Class Size-MAX = 32 students)
The emphasis of this course if for students to be exposed to a variety of individual sports while still maintaining health enhancing
physical fitness. Students will participate in an assortment of individual sports including Archery, Golf, Frisbee Golf, Tennis,
Running, and Cycling. Maybe even some introductory lessons on rock climbing and judo if there is time. Students will participate in
game like play and also will be given multiple-choice written assessments to test their knowledge of the basic rules, skills, terms and
safety issues associated with each sport and activity. Students will have skills-test on the fundamental skills of each sport and will
also be graded on their participation, effort, and cooperation with each unit. Students will also be tested on their current physical
fitness level, by performing Fitness-Gram Physical Fitness Testing. If you are a student who likes trying new activities and is highly
self-motivated this course is for you.
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Continued Phyed/Health
Health 10
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: One Semester
Prerequisite: 8th Grade Health
Required for Graduation
Health 10 Serves as an introduction to a healthy lifestyle.
Students will learn about the health risks specific to tobacco,
alcohol, controlled substances (illegal drugs), and the abuse of
prescription medication. Students will also learn how diet,
exercise, and regular physical activity can contribute to lifelong health and fitness.
Weight Training I & II
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester
Prerequisite: None
The emphasis on this course is weight and strength training for overall development of muscular fitness and total health. The student
will learn the importance of goal-setting, tracking individual progress, and motivation within the framework of strength/weight
training and fitness.
Science
3 SCIENCE CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Biology 9
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Biology 10 serves as an intermediate course specific to the study of living things. Topics include chemistry of life, cell structure and
function, genetics, evolution theory, followed by a survey of the major kingdoms of organisms and a brief overview of the human
body. Labs may include use of microscopes and dissections of preserved specimens.
Physical Science 10
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Physical Science 9 introduces the fundamental concepts of chemistry and physics and their accompanying lab activities. Topics
include measurements, properties and structure of matter, motion, work and heat, chemical reactions, waves, sound, light, electricity,
electromagnetism, electrochemical reactions, nuclear reactions, and energy.
Chemistry
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Biology, Advanced Algebra suggested
Chemistry is the study of matter. The course expands upon the basic principles that are introduced in 9th grade physical science.
Problem solving exercises and lab work will accompany each major area of study.
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Human Anatomy and Physiology
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Biology
This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body. Physiology is recommended for students with a strong interest
in life sciences or health careers in medicine, nursing, veterinary, physical therapy and coaching.
Minnesota Ecology
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
This course will take an ecological perspective on the natural things we see and experience, specifically in Minnesota. Topics covered
will include; the history of our natural resources such as logging, state parks, fishing, hunting and trapping; The formation of lakes and
rivers and their watersheds; Plant studies specific to Minnesota; Tree studies specific to Minnesota; Freshwater invertebrate studies
(water bugs); Ichthyology (fish and minnow studies); Ornithology (bird studies); Herpetology (study of reptiles and amphibians);
along with other subjects related to Minnesota's ecology.
Physics
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra is recommended
Introduction to our understanding of the universe and how it is achieved. Includes selections from: Motion, energy, heat, fluids,
electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atoms.
Social Studies
4 SOCIAL STUDIES CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
Civics 9
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
The courses includes a study of the foundations of American citizenship and a study of the individual within that society. It also
include a study of national, state and local government with a specific emphasis on Minnesota government.
American History 10
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
This course will cover American History from the Civil War up to the present. All students will research and produce, either
individually or with a group, a project for History Day. This is an in-depth, formal research project that is entered into a local
competition.
World Geography
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (fall & spring)
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Students will use maps, globes, geographic information systems and databases to answer goegraphic questions. Students will
understand how humans influence their environment and are influenced by it. World regional issues will be studied with specific focus
on the United States and Minnesota. Regional issues include population trends, culture patterns, settlement patterns, political systems,
and economic systems.
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World History
Grade Level: 11
Course Length: Semester (fall & spring)
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Students will study ancient human societies beginning with hunter-gather societies and move to the development of agriculture and
early civilizations around the globe. Additional topics covered are: Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, the
Renaissance, Reformation and possibly, the Scientific Revolution.
World History - College Level
Grade Level: 11-12
Web Enhanced
Course Length: Semester (fall only)
Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA
College Credit
Students will study ancient human societies beginning with hunter-gather societies and move to the development of agriculture and
early civilizations around the globe. Additional topics covered are: Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, the
Renaissance, Reformation and possibly, the Scientific Revolution. This course requires more reading, writing and lecture time than the
other world history course. Tests are essay tests and there is a final, comprehensive test. A research paper is required for this course.
Modern World History
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
This class is a semester-long requirement for seniors. Students will study the major turning points that shaped the modern world, from
the late eighteenth century through the present.
Economics
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
Required for Graduation
Economics introduces basic concepts in order to understand the economy. We begin by
focusing on microeconomics, in which we study individual consumer and firm behavior. In the second part of the course, we turn our
attention to macroeconomics, which involves the study of the economy as a whole, especially issues related to output, unemployment,
productivity, inflation, and growth. Topics in investment, finance, and the Stock Market are discussed. Economics current events are
studied weekly.
Psychology
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (spring)
Prerequisite: None
MHS and College Credit
The first quarter is a study of psychological theory and theorists. Theorists studied include Freud, Jung, Adler, Erikson, Pavlov,
Watson, Skinner, Maslow, and Rogers. Experiments will be done and social science methods of research will be studied. The second
quarter is a study of abnormal behavior. Student will explore the causes, symptoms, cures/treatments and therapy techniques used for
many mental illnesses. Psychological testing and evaluation of abnormal behavior is also introduced.
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Continued Social Studies
Sociology
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Length: Semester (fall)
Prerequisite: None
The course will use sociological concepts, theories, and data to help in understanding the social world. Students will examine a variety
of current social issues and problems from a sociological perspective. Students will also be introduced to aid in their understanding of
the ideas and theories discussed.
Other Opportunities
Teachers Assistant – Senior students who are on track to meet MHS graduation requirements can be a teachers assistant for one
period per day. A student can earn .5 credit for the first semester that he/she TA’s. Additional TA semesters will be for no credit.
Being a Teachers assistant requires dedication and commitment to the tasks and duties given to the student by the assigned teacher. If
a student is interested in being a TA he/she should meet with Mr. Johnson.
Driver Education
Driver Education
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: 9 weeks (40 sessions w/mandatory attendance requirements)
Prerequisite: None
The student will be able to recognize and describe automobile driving as both a mental and social responsibility that requires proper
attitude, insight, and motivation. Students will be able to define and recognize current traffic laws and regulations. Students will gain
an understanding of various physiological, social, and other factors that impair a driver’s safe operation of a vehicle. These factors
include alcohol, drugs, fatigue, emotional issues, and vehicle maintenance
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