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REGISTRATION BookREGISTRATION Book

COUNSELOR FOREWARD

This registration book has been prepared to help students and parents become better acquainted with the course offerings at Hampton-Dumont High School and to provide information which may assist in the selection of courses.

As I meet with students to discuss course scheduling and career planning, I see that there is respect in all kinds of work, and that a four-year college education is not necessarily the surest and best route to occupational and personal success. In fact, only 15% of jobs require a 4-year college degree, while 70% of jobs require some form of education after high school but less than those four years. Only 15% of jobs require no additional schooling after graduation.

There is no program that H-D considers to be its best program of study. It is important that YOU think in terms of what is best for you. I suggest that you think ahead to what you would like to do after high school. Don’t limit your thinking to a specific career. It may be better to think in terms of cluster areas such as business, health, manufacturing, etc. It is also helpful to be aware of the type of education or training in high school that is required for the general area you are considering. In some cases, there are courses you must or should take in high school for entry in certain careers or post-secondary institutions. You should make an effort to become aware and to plan ahead. The high school courses you select should reflect your interests and future plans. Do not take classes just because your friends are taking those same classes.

In this booklet, you will find descriptions of our high school courses. I am always available to help students with scheduling and career planning needs. I want to insure that students take full advantage of the many educational programs and opportunities HDHS offers.

All programs and courses offered by HDHS are offered without regard to sex, color, national origin or handicap.

I look forward to working with each and every student as they plan for the future.

---Mrs. Tricia Christiansen, Guidance Counselor

DISCLAIMER: Dual Credit courses (those classes that receive both high school and college credit) MAY require students to purchase books.

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Hampton-Dumont High School Graduation Requirements

4 Years (8 semesters) English• English I (9th grade full year)•English II (10th grade full year)• English III (11th grade full year)• English IV or Composition & Speech I/II

(Second Chance Reading will NOT count toward English credit requirements.)

3 Years (6 semesters) Social Studies• World Geography (9th grade full year)• American History or College American History (full year)• American Government / Economics (one semester each)

3 Years (6 Semesters) MathIntegrated Math Algebra A Algebra I GeometryAlgebra A Algebra B Geometry Adv. AlgebraAlgebra B Geometry Adv. Alg Math IVMust complete Algebra A/B or Algebra I during sequence.(Second Chance Math will NOT count toward Math credit requirements.)

3 Years (6 Semesters) Science• Science I (9th grade full year)• Biology (10th grade full year)• Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy or Physical Science (full year)

1 semester Health

4 Credits PE (taken each semester for .5 credit)

19 Elective Credits (one semester each)• This includes band, vocal, foreign language, etc.

Total 50 Credits for Graduation

NOTE: These requirements may not meet admission requirements to all four-year colleges as some schools have foreign language, technology and fine arts requirements. Please check the admission standards to the colleges you are interested in attending.

FRESHMAN YEAR FALL

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Course NameCredit Value

1. English I 1

2. Math 1

3. Science I 1

4. World Geography 1

5. PE .5

6. Health

7.

8.

Total

SOPHOMORE YEARFALL

Course NameCredit Value

1. English II 1

2. Math 1

3. Science 1

4. American History 1

5. PE .5

6.

7.

8.

FRESHMAN YEARSPRING

Course NameCredit Value

1. English I 1

2. Math 1

3. Science I 1

4. World Geography 1

5. PE .5

6.

7.

8.

Total

SOPHOMORE YEARSPRING

Course NameCredit Value

1. English II 1

2. Math 1

3. Science 1

4. American History 1

5. PE .5

6.

7.

8.

JUNIOR YEARFALL

Course NameCredit Value

1. English III 1

2. Math 1

3. Science 1

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4. Government 1

5. PE .5

6.

7.

8.

Total

SENIOR YEARFALL

Course NameCredit Value

1. English IV/College Eng 1

2. PE .5

3. 1

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

JUNIOR YEARSPRING

Course NameCredit Value

1. English III 1

2. Math 1

3. Science 1

4. Economics 1

5. PE .5

6.

7.

8.

Total

SENIOR YEARSPRING

Course NameCredit Value

1. English IV/College Eng 1

2. PE .5

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

Total _____

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Grand Total ______

ENGLISH COURSESStudents must pass English I, English II, English III, and either

English IV or Composition & Speech I/II before graduation.

COURSE: ENGLISH ICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Required EnglishGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9COURSE DESCRIPTION: English I is a survey class designed to strengthen basic English skills. Reading and writing skills are developed throughout the year. Major units of study include: a short story unit, Romeo and Juliet, a novel unit, a research paper unit, a performing arts units, and some exploration of the Six Traits of Writing. This course is required of all freshmen.

COURSE: ENGLISH IICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Required EnglishGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10COURSE DESCRIPTION: English II incorporates composition, speech and literature skills.

COURSE: ENGLISH IIICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Required EnglishGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11COURSE DESCRIPTION:English III builds on the composition, speech and literature skills of English II.

COURSE: ENGLISH IVCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Required EnglishGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: English IV continues to build on the skills practiced in English III. Units of study will include short story, classic literature, nonfiction novels, writing based on argument and research, poetry, and public speaking.

COURSE: AMERICAN LITERATURECOURSE LENGTH: One Semester (Fall Only)COURSE TYPE: English ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: American Literature is an elective course designed to acquaint students with the general evolution of America's literary heritage, beginning with the early 1600s and finishing in the 20th century. Emphasis

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will be given to the following authors: Arthur Miller, Edgar Allan Poe, Henry David Thoreau, Ernest Hemingway, Thorton Wilder and others. Short stories, plays, and novels will be read and discussed. A love for reading and a willingness to discuss are crucial components of this course. Shakespeare.

COURSE: WORLD LITERATURECOURSE LENGTH: One Semester (Spring Only)COURSE TYPE: English ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: World Literature is an elective class for college-bound students who have a serious interest in reading, discussing, and writing about literature. It is a survey course that focuses on literature from around the world. Major units include: Greek mythology, Shakespeare's Macbeth, The Canterbury Tales, the King Arthur legend, The Things We Carried, and others.

COURSE: COMPOSITION & SPEECH I/IICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: English Elective (can be used to meet English IV requirement)PREREQUISITE: 16 on ACT English Test or 53 on writing portion of compass testGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Composition-Speech is a two-semester class taught in conjunction with the NIACC satellite program. By successfully maintaining a C or higher for the two semesters of Composition-Speech, students can earn four hours of college credit. Three-quarters of Composition-Speech is devoted to writing (autobiography, persuasion, description, cause-effect, and exposition), while a quarter involves developing speaking skills. Students are required to use the Writer’s Workbench, which is a self-directed computer program that allows students to work on key areas of writing, such as punctuation, sentence structure, paragraph development, and parts of speech. Much of the course’s curriculum comes from two core textbooks: The Brief Bedford Reader and A Writer’s Reference. Laptop computers are available so students can work on Writer’s Workbench and major writing assignments.

MATH COURSESNote students must pass Algebra A/B or Algebra I before graduation

COURSE: INTEGRATED MATH COURSE LENGTH: One Year

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COURSE TYPE: MathGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a course that integrates basic algebra, geometry, statistics and other areas of mathematics. This course provides real life application and hands on activities.

COURSE: ALGEBRA A/B COURSE LENGTH: One Year EachCOURSE TYPE: MathGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9,10,11COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course breaks Algebra I into two years allowing for a slower pace. See Algebra I course description below.

COURSE: ALGEBRA ICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: MathGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Algebra 1 is a two-semester course where students will learn the language of mathematics known as Algebra. Major themes of this course are solving and graphing linear equations and using theses equations to represent actual data and situations. Passing Algebra 1 with a C or higher is required to get into Geometry and Chemistry.

COURSE: GEOMETRYCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: MathGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: In Geometry, students will develop reasoning and problem solving skills as they study topics such as congruence and similarity, and apply properties to lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. Students will also develop problem solving skills by using length, perimeter, area, circumference, surface area and volume to solve real-world problems.

COURSE: ADVANCED ALGEBRAOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: MathPREREQUISITE: Algebra IGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Advanced Algebra will cover solving for 1,2 and 3 variables, graphing, quadratics, matrices and solving logarithmic functions.

COURSE: MATH IVOURSE LENGTH: One Year

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COURSE TYPE: MathPREREQUISITE: Advanced Algebra with a C or higherGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Pre-Calculus is a rigorous two-semester course where students will study in depth many families of functions. First semester focuses on linear, polynomial, rational, and exponential functions. We will use these functions to model real situations and use actual data. In the second semester we focus on Trigonometric functions. A graphing calculator is required for students enrolling in this course. Several calculators are available to be checked out by the students at the beginning of the year.

COURSE: CALCULUSOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: MathPREREQUISITE: Math IVGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: A.P. Calculus is a rigorous 2 semester class where students will cover material in preparation for the Advanced Placement Calculus test. Major themes of the first semester is finding the derivatives of functions and using theses derivatives for a wide range of applications. The second semester focuses on integration and preparation for the A.P. exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course . Advanced Placement classes are graded on a 5-point grading scale.

COURSE: STATISTICSOURSE LENGTH: Spring Semester every yearCOURSE TYPE: MathPREREQUISITE: Advanced AlgebraGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Topics include making graphs on the computer, using formulas that will solve probability, standard deviation, mean, median and variance. Anyone planning to go to college and has an interest in elementary education, psychology, business or math should take this course.

COURSE: COLLEGE ALGEBRACOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: MathGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12

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PRE-REQUISITE: Completion of Algebra I and IICOURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a study of various classes of functions, their graphs, and applications. These include linear, polynomial, rational, root, inverse, exponential and logarithmic functions. Also included are systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, sequences and series, and he Binomial Theorem. This course will receive 4 NIACC college credits.

COURSE: COLLEGE TRIGONOMETRYOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: MathPREREQUISITE: ACT math score of 26 or College Algebra grade of “C” or betterGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a preparation intended for students majoring in engineering mathematics, physics, chemistry or certain vocational fields. This course is a study of both trigonometric and conic functions and equations. Both rectangular and polar coordinate systems are studied. This course will receive 3 NIACC college credits.

COURSE: SECOND CHANCE MATHOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Math (Credit is awarded as elective credit.)PREREQUISITE: None, students invited based on test scoresGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is designed to be a hands-on academic course which explores various math concepts. Students in this class are not proficient in math concepts and have been selected for this class to benefit their overall math knowledge. Successful completion of this class should help students be successful in other math classes throughout their high school careers.

SCIENCE COURSESStudents must pass Science I, Biology, and another Science class.

COURSE: SCIENCE ICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Science RequiredGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to sciences including environmental and life sciences, chemistry, physics and health.

COURSE: BIOLOGYCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Science RequiredGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to the study of life. The class will examine the chemistry and organization of life, the structure and function of cells, cell processes, DNA and heredity, the fossil record,

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evolution and natural selection, biodiversity, and ecology. These topics will be explored through labs, lectures, simulations, and dissections.

COURSE: CHEMISTRYCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: SciencePREREQUISITE: Algebra (B grade or better recommended but not required)GRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is about the substances that make up our world, how they react with each other and how they change. There will be experiments, demonstrations, computer simulations and lectures over the material. If you are considering any science-related career you should take chemistry. Good math skills are essential to doing well in chemistry.

COURSE: PHYSICSCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: SciencePREREQUISITE: Algebra (B grade or better recommended but not required)GRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class explains how the world around us works and how we can put the forces of nature to work. Physics involves the study of many different fields such as motion, sound, light, magnetism, electricity and more. Engineers use physics to design structures and to solve problems. Students will work with high-tech lab equipment and use computers extensively. You must have very good math skills to do well in physics because this is the class where you put your math to use in predicting outcomes and solving.

COURSE: PHYSICAL SCIENCECOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: SciencePREREQUISITE: Algebra GRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Conceptual Physics is a class that will show you the simple rules that help us understand how the world around us works. For example, understanding Newton's Laws helps us see how a basketball shot, an orbiting space shuttle, and planets circling the Sun all follow the same simple rules. Once you understand the rules, you'll look at things differently. Conceptual Physics will mainly deal with the ideas behind how things work with less emphasis on math. Students will perform experiments, work with computers, watch and analyze videos and more.

COURSE: ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGYCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: ScienceGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on the human body and its various organ systems. The systems will be explored through labs,

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dissections, web-based materials, and lectures. This is a college-prep class useful to students interested in medicine, veterinary medicine, allied health care, athletic training, etc. This is a challenging course with a great deal of memorization and focus required inside and outside the classroom.  

SOCIAL STUDIES COURSESAmerican History I/II, Geography I/II, Government and Economics are

required

COURSE: WORLD GEOGRAPHY I/IICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies RequirementPREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9th preferred, 10, 11, 12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: World Geography is a course that focuses a great deal with the Human aspects of geography. Where do people live, why do they live there and what is the lifestyle like in the region that they live.It is broken down into different realms and attempts to help students understand the similarities and differences of the realms around the world. Important because In the ever aggressive globalization movement, our young people need to know who they are dealing with and how different people live.

COURSE: AMERICAN GOVERNMENT COURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies RequirementPREREQUISITE: NONEGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will take students on a journey from colonial governments to our present day democracy.  Throughout the semester students will learn about the Article of Confederation and our present Constitution.  Within the Constitution students will learn about the

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Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments.  Also, students will learn how a bill becomes a law.  Students will learn what it means to be a citizen and that political parties and campaigns are a major part of the present day government.  They will learn all of this along with the difference among local, state and federal governments.

COURSE: ECONOMICSCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies RequirementPREREQUISITE: NONEGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Topics include macro and micro economics, supply & demand, stock market and personal economics.

COURSE: AMERICAN HISTORY ICOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies RequirementGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10- 12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a course covering American History from around 1900 to 1945. Things that are covered include: The industrial revolution, World War One, The Roaring Twenties, The Depression, and World War II are covered.

COURSE: AMERICAN HISTORY IICOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies RequirementPREREQUISITE: American History IGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers American History from the 1950s to the present. Things that are covered include: The Cold War, The Civil Rights Movement, The Hippie counterculture movement, and events up to present day.

COURSE: GLOBAL STUDIESCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies Elective PREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Global Studies is a World Studies credit that focuses on local, state, national and international issues. The objective of this class is to become familiar with and understand many of the major issues facing the world today and how it could impact us tomorrow. Topics in this class can vary depending on what is going on in the in the world around us. A certain emphasis is placed on the students understanding how to communicate verbally what is going on with issues. We attempt to not only understand the topic of discussion but share what we understand with other people.

COURSE: WORLD HISTORY I

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COURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies Elective GRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This history class could be titled ancient History. It focuses on the cultural hearths of the ancient world and the migratory patterns that followed. This course starts with the first civilizations around 2 million years ago and covers material to 1300 A.D. Topics include Mesopotamia, Indus River Vally in India(Pakistan), Yellow River in China, Nile River and Egypt, Greece, Rome, Southwest Asia, And into the Enlightenment, Reformation, and Topics in the Renaissance.

COURSE: WORLD HISTORY IICOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Social Studies World StudiesPREREQUISITE: None. Students ask if they have to take World History I before World History II. There is very little overlap that is needed, just some ideas that are easily reviewed.GRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is usually for kids that have enjoyed World History and American History and are looking to take more history classes. It starts in the 1700's looking at a time of imperialist change and gets into the Industrial Revolution, French Revolution, Franco-Prussian War, World War I, Depression, World War II, Rise of Communism, Cold War as well as other ideas.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSESCOURSE: SPANISH ICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Foreign LanguagePREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Spanish I is an entry-level foreign language course, open to any student.  Students may not enroll mid-year.  Students learn basic fundamentals of speaking and writing a foreign language.  A C- grade is required to continue in the foreign language program.

COURSE: SPANISH IICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Foreign LanguagePREREQUISITE: Spanish I with C- or higherGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: A course that continues building Spanish communication skills begun in Spanish I. Student will be assessed through writing and speaking. There are a variety of exercises done in groups or with partners to help build skills.

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COURSE: SPANISH IIICOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Foreign LanguagePREREQUISITE: Spanish II with C- or higherGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: A course designed to build on previous Spanish skills using a text, oral projects, culture units and reading. Assessments are based on writing, reading and speaking. Pre-requisite: Spanish II and a C- average in the previous semester of Spanish.

COURSE: SPANISH IVCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: Foreign LanguagePREREQUISITE: Spanish III with C- or higherGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: A course designed to increase Spanish skills through oral projects, cultural units, reading and grammar study. Pre-requisite: Spanish III and a C- average in the previous semester of Spanish.

ENGINEERING COURSES (PROJECT LEAD THE WAY)The following courses are part of Project Lead the Way (PLTW), a four-course sequence of courses designed to give students the knowledge they need to excel in high-tech fields. Studies of PLTW’s curriculum have proven that PLTW students become the kind of prepared, competent, high-tech employees U.S. industry needs to stay competitive in the global market. At the end of the year, students who score high enough on the final exam have the option of paying for college credit. The cost for this credit is significantly lower than regular tuition.

COURSE: INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN COURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: ElectivePREREQUISITE: Algebra I recommendedGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Using computer-modeling software, students learn the process of product design. They solve design problems as they develop, create, and analyze product models.

COURSE: PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING COURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: ElectivePREREQUISITE: Intro to Engineering Design recommended but not requiredGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students explore different types of engineering and learn the basics of each.  Units include bridge design, simple machines, electrical circuits, hydrogen fuel cells, computer-controlled machines and more.  A lot of time is spent experimenting and building models as well as working with computer simulations.  Strong math skills will definitely help one do well in this class.

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COURSE: BIOTECHNICAL ENGINEERINGCOURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: ElectivePREREQUISITE: Intro to Engineering, Chemistry and/or Physics recommendedGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will study relevant projects from the diverse fields of bio-technology, bio-engineering, bio-medical engineering, and bio-molecular engineering. Units covered include forensics, DNA testing, yeast fermentation to produce ethanol, disease outbreak detection and more.  One of the highlights is genetically modifying a bacteria to cause it to glow when exposed to UV light.   

COURSE: ENGINEERING DESIGN CAPSTONE COURSE (tentatively 2013-2014)COURSE LENGTH: One YearCOURSE TYPE: ElectivePREREQUISITE: Principles of Engineering & Intro to EngineeringGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students use previous engineering course experience to design an independent engineering project of their choice.

CULINARY COURSESCOURSE: FOOD & NUTRITION ICOURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION : Students can expect to learn the basics of kitchen principals, cooking methods and preparation skills. Fall semester we study units: food safety and sanitation, vegetables, baking: quick breads, muffins, biscuits, cakes , pies, cookies, eggs, and a special holiday unit. Nutrition and low fat healthy cooking is also covered by a variety of techniques. Measuring and following recipe directions are emphasized. Students learn these things through lab experience, lectures, quizzes and tests.

COURSE: FOOD & NUTRITION IICOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: None—Can be taken with or without Food & Nutrition IGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students can to learn the basics of kitchen principals, cooking methods and preparation skills. Spring semester we study units: poultry, beef and other meats, dairy (milk and cheese), soups, salads, fruits, fish and shellfish, and other grain products. Nutrition and low fat healthy cooking is also covered by a variety of techniques. A student who is successful in this year long class will be able to run a smooth, healthy, safe, kitchen by years end. Students learn these things through lab experience, lectures, quizzes and tests.

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PRO-START I/IICOURSE LENGTH: One year eachCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: Taken foods classes (preferably both)  Must be a strong student with good attendance.   Must be interested in MANAGEMENT (If you can't manage themselves, you probably can't manage others.)GRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: ProStart is an exciting advanced culinary/management class for the motivated student who enjoys food and would be a strong candidate for managing other people.   Students learn advanced skills in the art of cooking and management.  Transfer these skills to any career in management.  Bulldog Cafe is an option, but not required.  Two year completion of ProStart will be articulated with The Iowa Culinary Institute  (at Des Moines Area Community College).  Student will have direct acceptance into this program, if they desire.  Students must have good attendance at school and have strong academic skills.  

SPORTS NUTRITIONCOURSE LENGTH: One semesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on nutrition and impact it has on the athlete.

COURSE: BULLDOG CAFÉ I/II/IIICOURSE LENGTH: Course can be repeated multiple semestersCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: Taken on or more semesters of food and nutrition classesGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to the professional kitchen through a restaurant simulation. Emphasis on classical cooking and current cooking techniques. Study of equipment, ingredients and basic cooking methods of the modern professional kitchen. Monday is spent planning the menus and market orders as well as evaluating café of last week. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday we prepare for the Friday café experience. Students experience all roles in the culinary industry…from cashier to entre prep to wait staff and clean staff. Students also experience guest speakers and field trips in the culinary industry. This is a great first step to the NIACC Culinary Program.

COURSE: INDEPENDENT LIVINGCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers basic skills essential for one to live by oneself. Topics may include budgeting, housing, completing applications,

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basic meal preparation.

EARLY CHILDHOOD COURSESCOURSE: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ICOURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION : This course is an overview of the development of children from birth through the first year of life. At each stage, students explore typical physical, emotional and social, and intellectual development. Baby Think It Over is a requirement for this course. Students participate in many hands-on activities that help prepare them for career opportunities working with children as well as their role as a parent. Semester project replaces a semester exam. Statewide articulation with many community colleges is available when completed Early Childhood 1 and 2. COURSE: CHILD DEVELOPMENT IICOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectivePREREQUISITE: None, Do not have to take Child Development I firstGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9, 10, 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION : This course is an overview of the development of children from age 1 through elementary age children. At each stage, students explore typical physical, emotional and social, and intellectual development. Guest speakers, field trips and hands on activities are part of

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this class. Semester project designing a preschool is required and replaces a semester test. Statewide articulation with many community colleges is available when completed Early Childhood 1 and 2.

COURSE: DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGYCOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION : Strongly encourage students to take Psychology as a prerequisite. This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, social, emotional and intellectual aspects of development from conception to death. Units include: theories of human development, infancy and toddlerhood, early childhood, middle childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, death/dying. The grading is based on tests, one paper, attendance and participation. Class is lecture with discussion with college level material and reading. This course receives three NIACC college credit hours, and meets a general education requirement at most colleges.

COURSE: INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGYCOURSE LENGTH: ONE SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Consumer Science ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION : An introduction to the scientific study of behavior; a brief history of psychology as a science, and topics fundamental to human behavior including developmental issues, sensory abilities, cognitive performance, social and emotional factors in behavior and abnormal behavior and therapies. This course receives three NIACC college credit hours, and meets a general education requirement at most colleges.

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BUSINESS COURSES

COURSE: INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIPCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Business ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will examine how to do a marketing plan and the free enterprise system. The characteristics to be a good entrepreneur will also be discussed. An extensive amount of time will be spent on creating a business plan that is presented to potential investors. (3 NIACC credits)

COURSE: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESSCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: BusinessGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION:

COURSE: BUSINESS LAWCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: BusinessGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11-12COURSE DESCRIPTION:

COURSE: BUSINES COMMUNICATIONSCOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: BusinessGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION:

COURSE: ACCOUNTING ICOURSE LENGTH: One semester, offered in the Fall COURSE TYPE: Business Elective

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GRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students are taught the principles of recording business transactions and analyzing business records. Included will be such things as checking accounts, saving, taxes and payroll. Workbooks, computers and practice business packets will be included in the course.

COURSE: HUMAN RELATIONSCOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Information Technology ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students learn how to get along with each other by understanding interpersonal skills at home and in business. Human Relations looks at what can be done to anticipate problems, resolve, them, or prevent them from happening. This course is a requirement for college business majors.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSESCOURSE: PUBLICATIONSCOURSE LENGTH: One Semester (can be repeated)COURSE TYPE: ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9 - 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Publications is a class that can be repeated. The two major objectives of Publications are to help students develop skills in journalism (writing, photography, and the use of Photoshop and InDesign CS2) and use those skills to produce the weekly student newspaper, The Bulldog’s Bark, and the yearbook. The most important requirements for success in Publications are ambition, curiosity, and the ability to make productive use of time.

COURSE: MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTIONSCOURSE LENGTH: Semester (2 credits)COURSE TYPE: ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION:

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AGRICULTURE COURSESStudents involved in FFA must be involved in an Ag course during the school

year.

COURSE: Ag I: Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR)COURSE LENGTH: One Year COURSE TYPE: Agriculture ElectivePREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will help students experience agriculture through exciting “hands-on” activities, projects, and problems. Student experiences will involve the study of communication, the science of agriculture, plants, animals, natural resources, and agricultural mechanics. While surveying the opportunities available in agriculture and natural resources, students will learn to solve problems, conduct research, analyze data, work in teams, and take responsibility for their work, actions, and learning.This Course Includes:Agricultural Education – Agriculture, FFA, and SAE • Communication Methods • Science Processes • Natural Resources • Plants and Animals • Agricultural Mechanics

COURSE: Ag II: Principles of Agriculture Science-AnimalCOURSE LENGTH: One Year COURSE TYPE: Agriculture ElectivePREREQUISITE: Ag IGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is structured to enable all students to have a variety of experiences that will provide an overview of the field of agricultural science with a foundation in animal science so that students may continue through a sequence of courses through high school. Students will explore hands-on projects and activities to learn the characteristics of animal science and work on major projects and problems similar to those that animal science specialists, such as veterinarians,

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zoologists, livestock producers, or industry personnel face in their respective careers.

COURSE: Ag IIICOURSE LENGTH: One Year COURSE TYPE: Agriculture ElectivePREREQUISITE: None, although Ag I & II recommendedGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11

COURSE: ANIMAL SCIENCECOURSE LENGTH: Fall Semester every other yearCOURSE TYPE: Agriculture ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Areas of study include, Issues in Animal Agriculture, Production, Processing and consumption of meat and meat products, livestock evaluation, animal reproduction- anatomy, physiology, hormones, technology, animal genetics principles of breeding, animal nutrition and animal health and disease. (3 NIACC credit hours)

COURSE: PRINCIPLES OF AGRONOMYCOURSE LENGTH: Spring semester, every other yearCOURSE TYPE: Agriculture ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Areas of study include parts and functions of seeds, leaf structure, root systems, weeds and weed ID, insects and pest in crops, pesticides, herbicides, and application and safety practices. (3 NIACC credit hours)

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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY COURSESCOURSE: METALS ICOURSE LENGTH: One SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Industrial Tech ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will explore several basic areas in metal working including use of hand tools and precision work, welding, sheet metal, foundry, forging, and machine tools. Experiences in designing products, metals identification, reading blueprints and building projects are key items in this course.

COURSE: BASIC CONSTRUCTIONCOURSE LENGTH: One Semester COURSE TYPE: Industrial Tech ElectivePREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION:

COURSE: ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TRADESCOURSE LENGTH: One Semester (can be repeated)—2-period classCOURSE TYPE: Industrial Tech ElectivePREREQUISITE: Woods IGRADE AVAILABILITY: 10-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will engage in hands-on construction projects. Projects that may be completed range from building small projects, garden utility sheds, brick structures, garages, and perhaps even a home. This class will prepare students to use routine construction tools and understand basic construction techniques that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.

NIACC AUTO ACADEMYTwo seniors can enroll in the NIACC Auto Academy each year. Students

spend half a day at NIACC for a full year, and complete the first of a two-year auto mechanics program. Students can choose to purchase or share required

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Introduction to Automotive Technology :Instruction in service procedures, information and equipment. Classroom and laboratory activities emphasize routine vehicle maintenance in the care of fluids, tires, batteries, lighting, belts, hoses, filters, and cooling systems.

Automotive Shop Safety : This course is designed to acquaint the student with the proper personal and shop safety procedures needed to function in an automotive shop. Tool identification, tool care, and maintenance will be covered along with careers and career options in the automotive industry. Policies, procedures and orientation will also be included in this course.

Automotive Suspension & Steering :Instruction/laboratory service procedures for inspection, adjustments, alignment, repair and/or replacement of suspension and steering components.

Automotive Brake Systems : Instruction in the theory and operating principles of drum, disc, hydraulic and anti-lock brake systems (ABS). Laboratory procedures for inspecting, testing, diagnosing, repairing and/or replacing conventional, power, and ABS brake system components.

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Spring SemesterAutomotive Engine Repair: Instruction/laboratory procedures for engine repair diagnosis, removal, disassembly, inspection, overhaul and reassembly of automotive and/or light truck engines according to manufacturer’s specifications.

Automotive Suspension & Steering: Instruction/laboratory service procedures for inspection, adjustments, alignment, repair and/or replacement of

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suspension and steering components.

Automotive Electrical Systems I: Instruction in the electrical and electronic principles and testing procedures as applied to automotive circuits and microprocessors. Laboratory procedures include the utilization of wiring schematics and test equipment for diagnosing and repairing instrumentation, electrical accessory, and lighting systems.

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS COURSESCOURSE: MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ICOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Health Occupations ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction of basic medical terminology utilizing a programmed, word-building system to learn word parts to construct and analyze new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage and pronunciation. Recommended for anyone going into a health care field. (3 NIACC credit hours)

COURSE: NURSE AID THEORY/CLINICALCOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: Health Occupations ElectivePREREQUISITE: Must be 16 years oldGRADE AVAILABILITY: 11, 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 75-hour nurse aide course has been designed to

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meet the training requirements for aides working in nursing and skilled nursing facilities. Emphasis in the course is on students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe, effective resident care. The course has been developed in six units of study. The theory portion includes 30 ours of classroom time and 15 hours of laboratory practice. The clinical experience includes 30 hours in a nursing facility. (3 NIACC credit hours)

WORK INTERNSHIP

Seniors only—2 credits per semester

Students can participate in a work internship program their senior year for two periods of the day (tentatively the last two periods). This will be an unpaid internship. Students can get paid for time after 4:00 pm. Students must be “completers” in a career & technical area (completing three courses in one CTE area prior to the internship). The internship will include a component of writing a resume and cover letter. Students will also keep a journal of their internship, and possibly do a separate final project.

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ART COURSES

Basic Design I and II (1 sem each)Grade: 9-12 Prerequisite: None

This course is the foundation for students considering careers in architecture, interior design, industrial design, graphic design, fashion design, fine arts, animation and other fields related to the arts. Includes Completion of the course is recommended by the sophomore year but required by junior year for art majors. It is a basic foundation course focusing on the elements and principles of design, aesthetic awareness, problem solving and developing observation and technical skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, and ceramics. The course offers study of the basic design fundamentals necessary for any further experience in art,

*This course is a prerequisite for all other art courses except Digital Imaging

2-D ART I and II Grades 10 – 12 Prerequisites: Prior successful completion of Basic Design I and II is required. Develops integral skills for artistic expression. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills necessary for free-hand sketching, rendering, and creative expression. Students will develop skills to creatively and critically solve design problems while communicating personal expressions in each artwork they create.A variety of drawing and painting techniques and media will be explored, including pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel, acrylic, collage,and mixed media.

2-d art II

This class builds on the skills introduced in Drawing & Painting I. It presents a more in-depth study of observational and abstract approaches to drawing, study of watercolor, and acrylic painting styles and techniques. Students will gain an understanding of how to use different art mediums and gain self-confidence and the ability to put down on paper what you really see. Emphasis will be placed on the creative thought

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process, individual creativity and craftsmanship.

3. MEDIA ARTS Graphics I and II Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Basic Design I and II

Students may choose to take fall semester, spring semester, or both.

Students will work with the design fundamentals used in the fields of advertising, new media, graphic design, and illustration. Skills in designing and combining text and images will be studied along with their impact on the viewer. Possible areas of exploration or design work may include:logo design, cartooning, print advertising including, layout, and illustration, as well as, computer graphic design techniques, which combine computer assisted image making. Students considering a career in the design fields such as book design/ publishing, advertising, presentation design, packaging design, magazine layout, illustration,corporate design, motion graphics, animation or web design should enroll in this course. Students will apply their knowledge of the elements and principles of design to strengthen their visual literacy. We will explore a range of design techniques using various media and software programs and study the design work of contemporary and historical designers. most assignments will be completed in various Adobe programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator.Possible projects include poster design, CD covers, book arts, Students will maintain a digital portfolio of their work

DIGITAL IMAGING: Video/PhotographyDIGITAL IMAGING : Grades: 10-12 (Full Year Class)Prerequisites: None

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individuals who know how to use technology and artistic talent to creatively solve design problems. In this course students’ art skills are enhanced through the use of the computer, digital camera, scanner and computer software to create personally expressive original artworks. Owning a camera is encouraged but not required. Software applications studied and used include Adobe PhotoShop CS5, IPhoto and IMovie, and iDVD.

DIGITAL imaging II Description: Skills developed in Digital Art I will be expanded upon to enable students to combine photographs from several sources to create original imagery in a variety of genres, including surreal or fantasy art widely used in the gaming industry. Students will learn more advanced techniques of photo editing, correcting, retouching, and color adjustments. Students will advance their knowledge of the in-depth functions of Adobe Photoshop software and still imagery and be introduced to video editing. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of digital editing in the media. It will be used in the development of purposeful projects

3-D Studio I and IIGrades 10 – 12 Prerequisite Basic Design I and II

This course is designed to develop skills of three-dimensional problem solving and allows students to work with a variety of media. Areas to be explored may include jewelry, clay , sculpture, assemblage, and mixed media constructions. Students interested in a career in 3-D art fields: industrial design, architecture, interior design, ceramics, special effects, stage craft or set design, may begin building a portfolio for continuing study in the arts from this course.

3-d studio II

Building on the skills and understanding sculpture processes developed in Sculpture I, students will explore media with greater sophistication and projects will be larger and more challenging.

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Senior Seminarby Permission of Instructor Only Prerequisites - 3 or more semesters of Art classes This class is for advanced art students, Seniors only. designed to give serious art students the opportunity to choose their own project ideas. Students who take this course should be hard-working, self-motivated individuals who have the ability to stay on task and work on their own. There are a set amount of projects expected to be completed each quarter by certain due dates within that quarter. This course should only be taken by students who demonstrate responsibility in developing their own project ideas, getting approval for assignments, and meeting deadlines.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC COURSES

COURSE: CONCERT BAND COURSE LENGTH: One Year (May join at semester)COURSE TYPE: Instrumental Music ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Instrumental music is offered for any student at Hampton-Dumont High School. The concert bands are combined for marching band the during the first quarter of the school year. After marching season, the bands are divided by grade level. The concert bands give three major concerts each year. Rehearsals are held daily. Emphasis is placed on development of musical and performance skills. Solo, ensemble and honor band opportunities are also available for interested students. Lessons are required of all students on a six-day cycle.

COURSE: JAZZ BAND I/JAZZ BAND IICOURSE LENGTH: One Year COURSE TYPE: Instrumental Music ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Jazz Band is open to all students. Auditions for both jazz bands are held in May for the next school year. The jazz bands participate in two concerts and three competitions each year. Emphasis is placed on the development of jazz style and improvisation.

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VOCAL MUSIC COURSESCOURSE: CHAMBER CHOIRCOURSE LENGTH: One Year COURSE TYPE: Vocal Music ElectivePREREQUISITE: Must also be in Concert Choir, Auditions requiredGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: Chamber Choir is an auditioned SATB choir of 24 to 30 members, which meets every other day. This choir is dedicated to achieving excellence in the performance of a wide spectrum of choral music. The strength of the Chamber Choir is built on the ability of each member to be an independent singer. This choir emphasizes the importance of teamwork and the development of musical skills. The Chamber Choir performs at all high school concerts, State Show Choir Contest and State Solo/Ensemble Contest. All Chamber Choir students must also be members of the Concert Choir.

COURSE: CONCERT CHOIRCOURSE LENGTH: One Year (May join at semester)COURSE TYPE: Vocal Music ElectiveGRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Concert Choir is a non-auditioned SATB choir open to 9th-12th graders. Emphasis is placed on developing vocal music skills to achieve excellence in performance of a wide variety of choral music. To achieve this goal, every Concert Choir student is assigned one private or group lesson per cycle. The Concert Choir performs at all high school vocal music concerts, State Large Group Contest, and Graduation. All Concert Choir members are given an opportunity and encouraged to prepare selections for State Solo/Ensemble Contest. In addition to contests, students in Concert Choir may elect to audition for the All-State Music Festival held annually in Ames. Other festivals open to vocal music students include Dorian Festival at Luther College in Decorah, and Meistersinger Festival held at Wartburg College in Waverly. Vocal music students are also encouraged to participate in the musical, which is performed during the fall semester every other year.

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EDUCATION COURSESCOURSE: INTRODUCTION TO TEACHINGCOURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: ELECTIVEGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introductory course in teacher education that gives students a clear view of the skills and knowledge they will need to be successful professionals. Classroom observations provide practical experience. This class is taken over the ICN. (3 NIACC credit hours)

COURSE: FIELD EXPERIENCE & SEMINARCOURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: ELECTIVEGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is taken concurrently with Intro to Teaching. Field experience provides purposeful classroom observations for pre-service teachers. Students will reflect on the ways schools function, identify the roles and responsibilities of teachers, and observe student behavior. Through this field experience, the students will get a realistic view of being a teacher and will be able to make an informed decision as to whether or not teaching is a good career choice. Evaluation is pass/no pass. ICN class. (1 NIACC credit hour)

COURSEEDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY & DESIGNCOURSE LENGTH: Spring SemesterCOURSE TYPE: ELECTIVEGRADE AVAILABILITY: 12COURSE DESCRIPTION: The production of instrumental media/computer technology and their relationship to educational strategies within an instructional design framework. Course activities include the planning, design, and production of media and the operation of hardware and software for educational use. Students will be exposed to various ways of thinking about educational media and the messages they deliver. The course provides students with experiences that enable them to integrate technology resources to support clearly defined learning objectives. ICN class. (3 NIACC credits)

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OTHERCOURSE: FLAGSCOURSE LENGTH: Fall SemesterCOURSE TYPE: ELECTIVE GRADE AVAILABILITY: 9-12COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course meets in the fall during marching band. Students cannot be involved in band as participants learn flag routines and perform them during half time of home football games. Class size limited to 16. If necessary, auditions will be held to select participants. Students will receive .500 credits.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSESPE – Team SportsEmphasis will be on skill and coordination development through team sports relating to the overall wellness of the student. Class is designed for the student to be physically active, raise his or her heart rate, and enhance cardiovascular endurance. The course is coeducational and meets twice per week for 47 minutes. Some sports that we will be playing include volleyball, flag football, quad ball, floor hockey, kickball, basketball, dodge ball, survivor, pickle ball, ultimate frisbee, and soccer. The goal is to give students the opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge that will be useful throughout his or her life and to increase physical activity. Students are expected to dress appropriately for every physical education class. Fitness testing will be done once each semester and individual feedback will be given to the students. Recommended for students who participate in at least one high school sport.

WalkingEvery day the students will walk approximately 2 miles. This requires walking at a fitness pace. We walk outside until it is 32 degrees. Below 32 degrees we walk inside in the gym.

Circuit TrainingThis class consists of both weight lifting and cardiovascular training. Students weight lift for 25 seconds then jump rope for 25 seconds. The class is constantly active. This class is for students who are self motivated and who want to improve their levels of personal fitness.

Weight LiftingThis class is for the students who want to free-weight lift every P.E. class. The students are provided with a full body workout program that they will complete every day. The will keep record of the amount of weight they use for each lift.

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Advanced Placement (AP) CoursesHampton-Dumont students have the opportunity to take AP courses from the Iowa Online AP Academy through the Belin-Blank Talented & Gifted Center at the University of Iowa. Courses are for a full year, and students can enroll in only one course at a time. Courses available include:

AP CalculusAP Chemistry

AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & Composition

AP PhysicsAP U.S. History

Advanced Placement courses enable students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. Based on their performance on rigorous AP exams, students can earn credit, advanced placement or both for college. Students are assigned a class period to work on the online AP class, but should expect to spend an additional 10-15 hours outside of class working on coursework. AP courses are graded on a 5.0 scale, rather than the traditional 4.0 scale.

Note: Although the level of difficulty is extremely high, students do NOT automatically earn college credit for AP courses. Students must take and pass an AP exam in May.

For more information and for descriptions of these AP courses, go to www.iowaapacademy.org.

POST-SECONDARY ENROLLMENTAll students in grades eleventh and twelfth grades will be reimbursed for

tuition and other costs directly related to postsecondary courses taken during the school year - up to $250. Students who take courses during the summer months when school is not in session shall be responsible for the costs of attendance for the courses.

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The following factors shall be considered in the determination of whether a student will receive academic or vocational-technical credit toward graduation requirements: a) the course is taken from a public or accredited private post- secondary educational institution; b) a comparable course is not offered in the school district. A comparable course is one in which the subject matter or the purposes and objectives of the course are similar, in the judgment of the board, to a course offered in the school district; c) the course is in the discipline area of mathematics, science, social sciences, humanities, vocational-technical education, or a course offered in the community college career options program; d) the course is a credit-bearing course that leads to a degree;e) the course is not religious or sectarian, and

f) the course meets any other requirements set out by the board. Students in grades eleven and twelve who take courses, other than courses taken under an agreement between the school district and the post-secondary educational institution, shall be responsible for transportation without reimbursement to and from the location where the course is being offered.

Students who fail the course and fail to receive credit shall reimburse the school district for all costs directly related to the course. Prior to registering for the course, students under age eighteen shall have a parent sign a form indicating that the parent is responsible for the costs of the course should the student fail the course and fail to receive credit for the course. Students who fail the course and fail to receive credit for the course for reasons beyond their control, including, but not limited to, the student’s incapacity, death in the family or a move to another district, may not be responsible for the costs of the course. The school board may waive reimbursement of costs to the school district for the previously listed reasons. Students dissatisfied with a school board’s decision shall appeal to the AEA for a waiver of reimbursement.

NCAA FRESHMAN-ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS QUICK REFERENCE SHEETKNOW THE RULES: Core Courses• Starting August 1, 2008, 16 core courses will be required for NCAA Division I only. This rule applies to any student first entering any Division I college or university on or after August 1, 2008. See the chart below for the breakdown of this 16 core-course requirement.• 14 core courses are required in NCAA Division II. See the breakdown of core-course requirements below. Test Scores• Division I has a sliding scale for test score and grade-point average. The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on page two of this sheet.• Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. • The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing

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section of the SAT is not used.• The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, math, reading and science.• All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center by the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will no longer be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the Eligibility Center code of 9999 to make sure the score is reported to the Eligibility Center.Grade-Point Average• Only core courses are used in the calculation of the grade-point average.• Be sure to look at your high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses on the Eligibility Center's Web site to make certain that the courses being taken have been approved as core courses. The Web site is www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.• Division I grade-point-average requirements are listed on page two of this sheet. • The Division II grade-point-average requirement is a minimum of 2.000.PLEASE NOTE: For students first entering any NCAA college or university on or after August 1, 2005, computer science courses may only be used for initial-eligibility purposes if the course receives graduation credit in mathematics or natural/physical science and is listed as such on the high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses.DIVISION I 16 Core-Course Rule16 Core Courses:4 years of English.3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school).1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any areaabove, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy).DIVISION II 14 Core-Course Rule14 Core Courses:3 years of English.2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school).2 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.2 years of social science. 3 years of additional courses (from any areaabove, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy).OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION• Division II has no sliding scale. The minimum core grade-point average is 2.000. The minimum SAT score is 820 (verbal and math sections only) and the minimum ACT sum score is 68.• 14 core courses are required for Division II.• 16 core courses are required for Division I.• The SAT combined score is based on the verbal and math sections only. The writing section will not be used.• SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Scores on transcripts will not be used.For more information regarding the rules, please go to www.ncaa.org. Click on “Academics and Athletes” then “Eligibility and Recruiting.” Or visit the Eligibility Center Web site at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.Please call the NCAA Eligibility Center if you have questions:Toll-free number: 877/262-1492.NCAA Eligibility Center 4/17/08 LM:cvs/crrNCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/ TEST-SCORE New Core GPA / Test Score IndexCore GPASAT ACT Verbal and Math ONLY400 37410 38420 39430 40440 41450 41460 42470 42480 43

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3.5003.4753.4503.4253.4003.3753.3503.3253.3003.2753.2503.225 3.2003.1753.1503.1253.100 3.0753.0503.0253.0002.9752.9502.925 2.9002.875 2.8502.8252.8002.775

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Non-discrimination Policy Statement:It is the policy of the Hampton-Dumont Community School District not to illegally discriminate onthe basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), maritalstatus (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) inits educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure forprocessing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policyplease contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Jen Koenen, Curriculum Director, 601 12th Ave.NE, Hampton, Iowa, 50441, (641) 456-2175, jkoenen@hdcsd.org.Póliza No-discriminación:Es la póliza del Distrito Escolar Comunitario de Hampton-Dumont de no discriminar ilegalmentebasados en la raza, color, nacionalidad original, sexo, discapacidad, religión, credo, edad (para elempleo), estado civil (para programas), orientación sexual, identidad de género y el nivelsocioeconómico (para programas) en sus programas educativos y sus prácticas de empleo. Existe unprocedimiento de quejas para procesar las quejas de discriminación. Si usted tiene preguntas o unaqueja relacionada con esta póliza, por favor comuníquese con el Coordinador de Equidad del distrito,Jen Koenen, Directora de Curriculum, 601 12th Ave. NE, Hampton, Iowa, (641) 456-2175,jkoenen@hdcsd.org.

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