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Table of Contents | |
Kankakee High School Information | |
District Information | Page # |
Assistant Principal and Counselling Department and Scheduling | |
Core Courses | |
Electives | |
Elective Categories | Page # |
KANKAKEE AREA CAREER CENTER | |
Offerings | Page # |
APPENDIX | |
- KANKAKEE SCHOOL DISTRICT
- MISSION STATEMENT
- Kankakee School District #111 will celebrate the unique diversity our students possess while providing visionary educational opportunities.
- VISION STATEMENT
Kankakee School District #111 will be recognized as being progressive, innovative and creative. We work together to build ONE community with strong partnerships. We are ONE district committed to increasing student achievement. We have ONE vision of producing globally productive citizens. We do this for the diverse needs of ALL children.
- KANKAKEE HIGH SCHOOL
- MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Kankakee High School is to prepare students to be productive citizens and life-long learners by providing a safe, supportive, and challenging environment for a diverse student population.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Class of 2021
Mrs. Petty edith-petty@ksd111.org 815-802-5510
Ms. Kizer lakeisha-kizer@ksd111.org 815-802-5519
Class of 2022
Ms. Hartmann jennifer-hartmann@ksd111.org 815-802-5512
Mrs. Miller erica-miller@ksd111.org 815-802-5518
Class of 2023
Mr. Lee tj-lee@ksd111.org 815-802-5507
Mr. Stewart adrian-stewart@ksd111.org 815-802-5516
Class of 2024
Dr. Burns karen-burns@ksd111.org 815-802-5504
Mrs. Caponi kristina-caponi@ksd111.org 815-802-5517
COURSE SELECTION
Each year, counselors work with students to choose courses for the following academic year, and the course selection process is completed by the student/parent and counselor. The counseling team takes the following measures to ensure students are well equipped for the course selection process: (a) meet with students during their school day to present information on course selection and guide through the process and (b) provide an established calendar window for parents and students to discuss and select classes online for the upcoming coming school year. Students may receive recommendations from classroom teachers for continuation in required courses. Students also choose electives and other academic courses not required for graduation. Freshman course placements are determined by criteria set by respective departments. The master schedule is created based on student selection of courses.
COURSE AVAILABILITY
All courses listed in this course guide are provided based on the number of student requests in a given year. If there is not sufficient interest in a particular course, it will not be provided during the upcoming school year. If a course is not provided, students may need to select another course in its place based on availability.
COURSE PLANNING
In preparation of the upcoming school year, we have provided the following planning tools to help you with your course selection. Please use the appropriate grade level and academy planning table to guide you through the course selection process. Please reference the Grade Level Requirements on Pages #22.
HOW DO I ARRANGE TO SEE MY COUNSELOR?
Students will meet with their individual counselors to discuss their courses and finalize their schedule. Blended as well as advanced placement options are available in both Core Subject and Elective areas.
GRADUATION PLANNING
Students, along with their counselors should begin the discussion of their four year course plan during their freshman year. Students are encouraged to review their four year plan with their parents each year before course selection begins. All students have the opportunity to update their plans at any time by meeting with their counselor. A planning worksheet is located on page #50.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Students are encouraged to work closely with their counselor during the pre-registration process to select their courses for the following school year. However, it is recognized that unique situations and circumstances arise creating needs for changes in scheduling.
ADDING A COURSE
Students may add or change an elective course only through conversation with their guidance counselor.
DROPPING A COURSE
After the 10th day of the semester, a drop from course will be denoted by a WF (withdraw fail) on the student’s transcript if the student is failing at the time of the drop. The grade of F will be used to calculate the student’s grade point average. The approval of the administrator and parent/guardian are necessary in order to drop a course with a designation of WF.
CHANGING LEVELS
We expect students to be successful in the courses they have selected because they are assisted in making appropriate course selections and are provided with academic support. If there is a significant discrepancy between the student’s performance and the expectations for that level of course work, considering the student’s best efforts, a level change may be considered. If parent and teacher are not in agreement, a conference should be held among parent, teacher, counselor, student and administration to determine appropriate placement. No changes will be made to accommodate personal preference.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To earn a diploma from Kankakee High School, a student must earn between 36 and 48 credits, depending upon their grade level road map. These credits will be earned between a combination of the State of Illinois, Competency, and Academy requirements.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Students who transfer to Kankakee High School from school districts with less than the required amount of credits for graduation may have their credit minimums adjusted to an appropriate level, but not less than the number of credits required by the State of Illinois.
DEFINITION OF A CREDIT
One semester credit (0.5) is earned for a passing grade in a course, and a total of 1.0 credit is earned at the end of the school year for a year long-course.
Dual credits may be earned through approved college courses taught at Kankakee High School or through an approved post-secondary institution. Students requesting dual credit opportunities need to see their guidance counselor for appropriate steps, applications (if required) and placement testing (if required).
If a student does not successfully complete a course, master a competency or complete an academy experience required for graduation, the student will have to remediate the credit(s) prior to graduation. Students will be offered remediation opportunities based on the learning experience. Some offerings will be during the school day and year after-school while others will take place during summer school.
EARLY GRADUATION
The School Board highly recommends that students attend high school for a minimum of eight (8) semesters before graduation. In cases where the student and the family feel that there are extenuating circumstances that would override this recommendation, the student may leave school early and earn a diploma after graduation requirements are met. Students must fill out an Early Graduation Request Form located at the back of this course guide.
ADDITIONAL CREDIT OPTIONS
HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT FOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL COURSES
Due to changes in Illinois State Law, eighth grade students enrolled in Physical Science, Spanish, Algebra I, or Geometry courses taken at the junior high level will count for high school credit. These courses taken in junior high school will show on the high school transcript and will be added to a student’s GPA.
SUMMER SCHOOL
Kankakee High School offers a fee-based summer school program. The summer school session typically begins the week following the end of the school year. The grade and credit for a course taken during the summer will be included on the transcript. Summer School information becomes available during the second semester.
CORRESPONDENCE COURSES
The administration may allow up to 2.0 total credits per year from an accredited correspondence school, recognized internet courses, distance learning or other emerging technologies, to apply towards graduation requirements. Correspondence courses may not be substituted for required courses or for any course currently offered at the school and the correspondence course grade will not be included in a student’s GPA. A student may take a correspondence course to make up a class failed as long as it is the equivalent of the course failed. Prior to taking the course(s),a student must receive correspondence course approval by their counselor. Students will be responsible for tuition.
HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION
Homebound services are provided when in the opinion of a licensed medical physician, the student will be absent from school and confined to a hospital or home for more than 10 consecutive school days. Participation in the homebound program is established through the District Office and Homebound Coordinator. Included in this process is contact with the district office and Student Support Services, a medical certification from the treating doctor, assignment of a tutor and/or contact with the cooperating hospital program, and an ongoing working relationship with the high school counselor. Upon completion of the homebound period, the treating physician must provide written clearance before a student may return to school.
Some specialized coursework, such as laboratory classes, performance classes, foreign language classes and advanced coursework may not be duplicated in the homebound setting. The student may be withdrawn without penalty from that course work and may make up the course at a more appropriate time.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS for the Class of 2024
The graduation requirements listed previously represent the minimum program of studies for Kankakee High School students. Entrance requirements to particular colleges and universities vary and some may exceed Kankakee High Schools minimum graduation requirements. The following table provides a comparison of our graduation requirements and college admission recommendations. However, please be sure to also check specific requirements by going to that school’s admissions webpage to research entrance prerequisites thoroughly. The resource titled, State Universities in Illinois at a Glance provides a comprehensive summary of minimum high school course requirement for admission to Illinois public universities.
Subject/Area | KHS | Community or Vocation | Four Year College | Selective College / University |
English | 4 Portfolios Minimum 4 credits | 4 years | 4 years | 4 years |
Mathematics | 3 Portfolios Minimum 3 credits | 3 years | 4 years | 4 years |
Science | 3 Portfolios Minimum 2 credits | 3 years | 3 years | 4 years |
Social Sciences | 2 Portfolios Minimum 2 credits | 2.25-2.50 years | 3 years | 3 or 4 years |
World Language | 1 Portfolio Minimum 0.5 credits | None Required | 2 years* | 2 to 4 years |
Students must also successfully complete the following specific coursework or competencies with the years of specific subjects or competencies in order to graduate:
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Health 1 Portfolio of Health (0.5 credit) These competencies must be completed through either a course, academy experience, or learning cycle. These portfolios are an embedded aspect of the learning experiences, not separate credits. Visual Arts 1 Portfolio Next Gen Essentials 4 Portfolios Total Required: 22 Credits plus Mastery Competency Completion in the assigned areas Other Requirements: SAT test (administered during spring of junior year) *World language preparation may be recommended or required by colleges or universities. State-supported universities in Illinois may accept vocational education or fine arts courses in lieu of foreign language. Check with your counselor for details. **See PE substitution/exemption policy for further details | ||||
COMPETENCIES
Students will be assessed on the repeated mastery of competencies in a system called Slate. Students grades are translated from Slate to Skyward for report cards. The diagram below identifies
where competencies will be assessed:
SEAL OF BILITERACY PROGRAM
Kankakee High School students have the opportunity to be recognized by the State of Illinois for demonstrating mastery in one or more languages in addition to English. The Illinois State Board of Education’s Seal of Biliteracy program will place an official seal on diplomas and confer official recognition on transcripts of those students who qualify. Two honors are available: the Seal of Biliteracy and the Commendation Toward Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy is awarded to those whose proficiency level is equivalent to the Intermediate High scale set by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. The Commendation of Biliteracy is awarded to students whose proficiency level is rated at Intermediate Low or Intermediate Mid in a second language.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY
Students who are interested in competing in athletics at the Division I or Division II collegiate level must meet the academic eligibility requirements of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information on the Division I and Division II eligibility requirements, please visit www.ncaa.org/studentathletes/future/academic-standards- initial-eligibility.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION/EXEMPTION POLICY
Click Here for the Exemption Form
Students may request a substitution or exemption from physical education for the following reasons:
Substitution Policy:
Students who are enrolled in Show Choir, Musical theater, Dance classes, or JROTC will receive a credit in physical education.
Athletes should be enrolled in Athletic P.E. ** See course description.
Exemption Policy:
The student is participating in interscholastic, varsity level athletics as certified by the athletic director. The participant can replace the physical education class with an additional class during the semester of their sport.
The student is participating in Marching Band, CNA program, or KACC.
The student provides written evidence from an institution of higher education that a specific course not included in existing state or local school minimum graduation standards is required for admission. School district staff must verify that the student’s present and proposed schedule will not permit completion of the needed course, because the student is already at the maximum course load.
The student lacks sufficient course credit in one or more courses required by the state statute or local school board policies for graduation. Students who have failed required courses, transferred into the district with deficient credits, or who lack credits due to other causes will be eligible to apply for this exemption if they are carrying the maximum course load.
The student is participating in a course, academy, or program that the Kankakee School District has applied for and received a waiver for exempting students from physical education for the purposes listed in said waiver. This waiver process must be determined by the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and approved by the school board.
A PE waiver form is located at the back of this document for those students wanting to participate in this program. The physical education requirement is waived for the student participating in this program.
CLASS RANK AND LATIN HONOR SYSTEM
Class rank is determined at the end of each semester and is based on weighted grade point averages. Starting with the Class of 2021, class rank will no longer be calculated. The Latin Honor System will be implemented, with students having the respective label designated on their transcript for acquiring a cumulative weighted grade point average as noted below:
Cum Laude: (3.5-3.74)
Magna Cum Laude: (3.75-3.99)
Summa Cum Laude: (above 4.0)
COURSE GRADING POLICY
All courses (like math) that have correlating competencies will be assessed in Slate based on portfolio completion. The converted grade from Slate will be entered into Skyward as the course grade, using competency based scales. The portfolio and the course must be passed for successful completion and for graduation requirements.
Courses (piano) that do not have specific competencies will be graded using the KHS grading scale in Skyward. Other competencies will also be assessed in these courses, but the grade will result from the KHS grading scale method. The portfolios from the other competencies must be completed for graduation purposes as well.
MISSING ASSIGNMENTS AND MISSED OPPORTUNITIES
Students always learn better when assignments/tasks are completed timely so that the learning process is more fluid and students cognitive connections can utilize the designed connectivity of tiered curriculum. When this process is disrupted and a student has a missing assignment or late work, the student will be afforded the opportunity to apply for extended time with the teacher. Too many missed opportunities can result in failing a course.
Threshold for Missed Opportunities that Resulting in Failed Rating *Subject to change | |
22.5% | Portfolio 1 |
15% | Portfolio 2 |
7.5% | Portfolio 3 |
5% | Portfolio 4 |
WEIGHTED GRADING
Grade point averages (GPA) in courses will be determined using the following scales. Blended courses are courses that are not honors or college affiliated courses:
Course Designations | A | B | C | D |
Blended Learning Courses | 4.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Honors, AP, Dual Credit, and Articulated Credit Courses | 5.0 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 |
PASS/FAIL OPTION
Specific courses as designated by administration as graded on the PASS/FAIL option. The standard for PASS/FAIL will be 70% for a passing grade. Those additional courses which are identified as PASS/FAIL are generally provided to students as support courses to help assist the student in their core courses.
COURSE RETAKE POLICY
Students with a low but passing grade may apply with the Administration to retake a course to achieve a higher grade. The class must be retaken at Kankakee High School. Once the course is completed, the improved grade will be recorded and included in the student’s GPA. The original grade will also appear on the transcript. Students must see their counselor in order to begin the application process.
HIGH SCHOOL STANDARDIZED TESTING
High School students have the opportunity to participate in a range of standardized tests. The results of these tests provide students, parents, school personnel, and other organizations (i.e., colleges, Illinois State Board of Education) important information about individual student achievement.
ILLINOIS STANDARDIZED TESTS
SAT
The SAT will serve as the State of Illinois’ accountability exam to measure each student’s college readiness level. The SAT reflects the challenging classroom instruction that lays the foundation for career readiness. The SAT results appear on student transcripts and are a part of each student’s permanent school record. The State of Illinois requires all juniors to take the SAT as a condition of receiving a regular high school diploma. The SAT will be administered to all juniors free of charge during the school day. The SAT is given on a predetermined test date in the spring semester and consists of three achievement tests in Reading, Language, and Mathematics. Science and Social Studies are included within the three subtests. In addition, the State of Illinois requires the writing subtest. The State of Illinois SAT exam scores are actual SAT scores and are accepted by colleges as part of the admission process.
PREPARATORY STANDARDIZED TESTING AND COLLEGE ENTRANCE TESTS
PSAT 8/9
The PSAT 8/9 is the first in the College Board’s “SAT Suite of Assessments” and is offered to eighth and ninth graders. The purpose of the PSAT 8/9 is to establish a starting point in terms of college and career readiness as students transition to high school and prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT and the SAT. The PSAT 8/9 is administered to all ninth grade students during the fall of the school year.
PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT/NMSQT is the next step in the College Board’s “SAT Suite of Assessments”, preparing students for the SAT. The test, when taken during a student’s junior year, is also used in entering the National Merit Scholarship Corporation competition for scholarships and recognition. The PSAT/NMSQT is administered to all eleventh grade students each October.
SAT
As mentioned above, the SAT is a graduation requirement for all junior level students. In addition to the required State testing date, the SAT is also administered many times throughout the year at various testing sites. Testing sites and registration information can be found at https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
Students are encouraged to take the SAT multiple times to help improve their score. The SAT Subject Tests consist of one-hour tests measuring a student’s knowledge in a particular subject. A maximum of three SAT Subject Tests can be taken during the testing period on any one day. Students should check with colleges of interest to determine if the SAT Subject Tests are required for the colleges that are being applied to.
ACT
The ACT (American College Testing Program) is a college admission test. Students should check with colleges of interest to determine if the ACT is required for admission. The ACT measures the knowledge, understanding, and skills that a student has acquired in the areas of English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. The ACT also has an optional writing test that students may register to take. Students should check with colleges to determine if they require the written portion of the test. It is recommended that the ACT be taken in the spring or summer of the student’s junior year. These nationally administered ACT’s are offered multiple times throughout the year at various testing sites. Information can be found at www.act.org
ISA
The Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) is a new and innovative assessment. It is aligned to the new Illinois Learning Standards in Science (ILS-Science) which are based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The new standards ask students to engage with science with integrated and interrelated concepts.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
The AP program is designed to provide an opportunity for secondary students to pursue and receive credit for college-level courses while still enrolled in high school. The College Board (developer of the SAT) believes that with properly trained teachers, a course developed along the lines of a national college curriculum can be successfully taught to able students. Upon successful completion of the national exam in May, a student’s college may grant college credit for AP classes taken in high school. AP courses must be taught according to a national curriculum that has been developed in conjunction with professors from universities and colleges throughout the nation. In order for teachers to be designated as AP teachers, they must pass an audit of their course by the College Board. Although demanding, there are many benefits of taking an AP class. AP classes, due to the national college curriculum, are on a weighted scale receiving a 1.0 GPA increase over a regular class. AP classes will improve writing skills, sharpen critical-thinking abilities, develop time-management skills, and increase self-discipline. AP classes can aid students’ chances of admission to universities and improve chances of obtaining scholarships. Also, upon passing the national exam, students could earn college credit.
AP EXAMS
Every May the College Board gives a comprehensive exam for each AP course. This exam lasts approximately 3 hours and covers the entire curriculum. Students taking the exam earn a score from 1 to 5. A score of 3 or above is considered passing. Each college/university determines how much college credit they will grant based on the student’s score. Often one can access the university’s website, and it will detail what credit is offered according to the scores earned.
AP CAPSTONE
The AP Capstone program is an innovative diploma program from College Board that provides students with an opportunity to engage in rigorous scholarly practice of the core academic skills necessary for successful college completion. AP Capstone is built on the foundation of two courses - AP Seminar and AP Research - and is designed to complement and enhance the in-depth, discipline- specific study provided through other AP courses. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher on the AP Seminar and AP Research Exams and on four additional AP Exams of their choosing will receive the AP Capstone Diploma signifying their outstanding academic achievement and attainment of college-level academic and research skills. Alternatively, students who earn scores of 3 or higher on only the AP Seminar and AP Research Exams will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate signifying attainment of college-level academic and research skills. For more information about this program, please visit the AP Capstone website: https://lp.collegeboard.org/ap-capstone
Suggested Course Sequences
The Advanced Placement Program® (AP) enables willing and academically prepared students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. The program consists of college-level courses developed by the AP Program that high schools can choose to offer and corresponding exams that are administered once a year.
Fast Facts
- There are 38 AP courses in seven subject categories.
- Each AP course is modeled on a comparable introductory college course in the subject. Learn how AP courses are developed.
- Each course culminates in a standardized college-level assessment, or AP Exam.
- AP Exams are given in May each year at testing locations all over the world.
- Schools must be authorized by the AP Course Audit to offer approved AP courses and use the AP designation.
Benefits
Taking AP courses and exams can help students:
- Stand out on college applications. AP courses on a student’s transcript shows that they’ve challenged themselves with the most rigorous courses available to them. And success on an AP Exam shows that they’re ready for college-level coursework.
- Earn college credit and/or skip introductory courses in college. Most four-year colleges and universities in the United States—as well as many institutions in more than 100 other countries—grant students credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP Exam scores. Search credit policies by college.
Learn more about how AP benefits students.
To help students be introduced to the ideas and content covered in AP courses, the following course sequences have been created as a recommendation for students. While this are not requirements for taking AP, students who have been exposed to background knowledge prior to taking AP courses find that their AP experiences are more fulfilling and well rounded. Students are also recommended to enroll in AP courses which support their future educational and career goals.
Advanced Placement Courses | ||
Suggested Sequence | ||
Kankakee High School Studio/Investigation Design
Instructional units address content/standards through skills based competencies in a problem based learning studio with a real-world impact event that directly relates to post secondary readiness for students.
Kankakee and Building 21 Learning Model
Design, assessment, feedback, progress, growth, and goal setting are all facilitated through the use of our competencies and continua. In our model, we use the Learning What Matters competency framework.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW SHOULD I USE THE COURSE SELECTION GUIDE?
The Course Selection Guide can be used to support your academic decision making. Please use this publication when you consider your Four Year Academic Plan and make course selections each year. You can also use this publication as a reference when you seek information about academic processes and procedures.
MANY OF THE PROCESSES IN THE COURSE SELECTION GUIDE REQUIRE ME TO COMPLETE A FORM. WHERE DO I FIND THE FORMS?
The forms can be found at the end of this document under “Appendix”
WHAT IS THE FAFSA FORM I SEE MENTIONED WHEN LOOKING AT COLLEGE PLANNING MATERIALS?
The Federal Student Aid worksheet explains it this way, “You must complete the Free Application for Federal Students Aid (FAFSA) to apply for federal student financial aid and to apply for most state and college aid.” If you are a senior, it is best that you complete this requirement early, but not before October 1st. You can complete a paper application or file online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM STRUGGLING IN ANY OF MY CLASSES?
Start by seeing your classroom teacher. As a student, it is your right and responsibility to initiate a conversation with your teacher to develop a plan to learn all necessary concepts and/ or complete any outstanding assignments or projects. Open communication between student and teacher is essential when there is any lack of understanding of academic concepts. If you need help with contacting your teacher, your counselor can help facilitate that for you.
WHO SHOULD I SEE TO OBTAIN A WORK PERMIT?
If you are under 16 and have a job lined up, you need a work permit. Information regarding the acquisition of a work permit is available on the “Documents & Links” section of the counseling department web page.
HOW CAN I SEND A COPY OF MY TRANSCRIPT?
Transcripts are available with the guidance secretary for students that are still enrolled in school. Students that have graduated from high school can get transcripts from student records at Lincoln Cultural Center.
Grade Level Requirements
Year | 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12 Grade | ||||
Subject | Course | Course | Course | Course | ||||
ELA | ELA 1, ELA 1 (H) | 1 Yr | ELA 2, ELA 2 (H) | 1 Yr | ELA III, ELA III (H) | 1 Yr | ELA IV ELA IV H) | 1 Yr |
SS | Freshman SS*, AP Human Geography | 1 Yr | World History | 1 Yr | US History | 1 Yr | Government | ½ Year |
Math | Algebra 1, Algebra II, Geometry, Algebra 1 (H), Algebra II (H), Geometry (H) | 1 Yr | Algebra II, Geometry, Algebra II (H), Geometry (H), Precalculus | 1 Yr | Algebra II, Algebra II (H) | 1 Yr | ||
Sci | Biology, Biology (H), | 1 Yr | Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Principles of Biomedical, Chemistry (H), Physics (H), | 1 Yr | Earth/Environmental Science | 1 Yr | ||
Health | Health | ½ Year | Elective 1 | 1 Yr | Elective 1 | 1 Yr | Elective 1 | ½ Year |
PE or Alternatives Including | Stren. & Cond. Sports, Dance, Band, ROTC, Dual Credit Other | ½ Year | Elective 2 | 1 Yr | Elective 2 | 1 Yr | Elective 2 | 1 Yr |
Electives | Elective 1 | 1 Yr | Elective 3 | 1 Yr | Elective 3 | 1 Yr | Elective 3 | 1 Yr |
Electives | Elective 2 | 1 Yr | Elective 4 | 1 Yr | Elective 4 | 1 Yr | Elective 4 | 1 Yr |
Electives | Elective 3 | 1 Yr | Elective 5 | 1 Yr | Elective 5 | 1 Yr | ||
Electives | Elective 6 | 1 Yr | ||||||
Elective Courses | ||
Below you will find all elective courses available at KHS. Students should choose the elective classes that align with their chosen academy. Each course elective is available to the grade level(s) indicated in the course description. | ||
Technical, Business, and Engineering | ||
Sports and Entertainment Marketing | Introduction to Engineering Design | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work. | |
Computer Science Essentials | Mobile Maker Apps | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit With emphasis on computational thinking and collaboration, this year-long course provides an excellent entry point for students to begin or continue Computer Science K-12 experience. Computer Science Essentials will expose students to a diverse set of computational thinking concepts, fundamentals, and tools, allowing them to gain understanding and build confidence. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Throughout this course, students build mobile apps for Apple’s mobile devices using the language and tools of professionals – Swift and Xcode. Students experience an authentic workplace environment applying the skills of problem-solving, collaboration, and communication to industry best practices, like paired programming and rapid iteration. The apps students build grow in complexity throughout the year, culminating in an app showcase, where students demonstrate an app they built – just like professionals do at technology events. Students apply the same development cycle as those in the workplace, which means students build an app, analyze errors in code, and adjust to solve problems. To do this well, they must implement resourcefulness and collaborate with their peers, just like in the real world. MobileMakersEdu program complements Apple’s App Development with Swift – the anchor text – to help you bring more than just learning to code to students. Students leave the class with a portfolio of apps and collection of skills highly valued in the workplace today. | |
Accounting | Economics | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Students will learn basic accounting practices through manual means. The introduction of accounting concepts will begin with a multi- column journal approach and move to special journals for sole proprietorship, partnerships and corporations. Business ethics and accounting careers will be stressed, as will integration of academic and career skills. | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit Graduation Requirement Option* *May be taken in lieu of Consumer Education | |
Introduction to Health Occupations | Public Speaking | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a core Health Sciences & Technology Academy class designed for students seMCWILANE000hammriously considering a career within the medical field. It will explore the personal and educational characteristics associated with successful medical caretakers. It will introduce students to the wide range of specialized career options that fall under the discipline of medicine and help them evaluate career choices best for them. Special attention will be given to the development of medical vocabulary, fundamental job skills, and the people skills necessary for success within this exciting career field. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit | |
INCubator | Human Development and Parenting | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Graduation Requirement Option* This course offers high school students an authentic entrepreneurship experience. In the year-long course, students have the opportunity to create and fully develop their own product or service. Real entrepreneurs and business experts serve as volunteer coaches and mentors guiding student teams through the processes of developing hypotheses about a business concept, testing those hypotheses, adapting, and continually learning and improving. This cycle of experimentation is combined with foundational business content. *May be taken in lieu of Consumer Education | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit
This course emphasizes learning experiences which help students gain knowledge and understanding of the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children from conception through age 3. The course content centers around the following duty areas: managing and organizing child development by applying decision-making and goal-setting skills; promoting child development by applying physical, social, intellectual, and emotional developmental principles; practicing health and safety standards for children; and evaluating family career changes in relation to impact on children. Information related to careers in child care is incorporated throughout the course. Designed to teach students skills necessary to use in a parenting role. This portion of the curriculum follows the concepts taught in Child Development. | |
AP Computer Science Principles | AP Computer Science A ( AP Principles) | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Using Python® as a primary tool and incorporating multiple platforms and languages for computation, this course aims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that utilize computing, and introduce professional tools that foster creativity and collaboration. Computer Science Principles helps students develop programming expertise and explore the workings of the Internet. Projects and problems include app development, visualization of data, cybersecurity, and simulation. PLTW is recognized by the College Board as an endorsed provider of curriculum and professional development for AP® Computer Science Principles (AP CSP). This endorsement affirms that all components of PLTW CSP’s offerings are aligned to the AP Curriculum Framework standards and the AP CSP assessment. | Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Computer Science A focuses on further developing computational-thinking skills through the medium of Android™ App development for mobile platforms. The course utilizes industry-standard tools such as Android Studio, Java™ programming language, XML, and device emulators. Students collaborate to create original solutions to problems of their own choosing by designing and implementing user interfaces and Web-based databases. This course aligns with the AP CS A course. | |
AVID and IJAG | ||
AVID | iJAG | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success. Students will work on academic and personal goals and communication, adjusting to the high school setting. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, tutor‐facilitated study groups, motivational activities and academic success skills. | Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit IJAG is a school-to-career program that provides individual and group instruction in employability skills, service learning and academic remediation to students from their freshman year until they graduate. iJAG students will participate in the student led career association and participate in yearly community service. iJAG includes a post-graduation follow-up component to assist participants in career and/or continued education success. Once students are enrolled, they are retained through graduation. | |
English (ELA) | ||
Creative Writing | AP Seminar/English | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 CreditELA Credit for 12 gradersThis course is a writing workshop that has the students explore different writing techniques and styles. Writing skills will be developed through pre-writing, editing, rewriting, & critiquing. Students will also examine various styles of writing by reading well-known and not so well-known writers of poetry, songs, newspaper columns, short stories, novels, plays, monologues, dialogues, haiku, reviews, montages, stream- of-consciousness selections, etc. Goals will be met through a variety of reading, writing, and speaking activities. Additionally, students must be willing to share their work; that is, they must be willing to read aloud & share their ideas with the group. Students will be asked to critique their own work and the work of others in a positive & gentle manner. | Open to 10, 11 2 Semesters-1 Credit *This counts as an elective credit (not ELA) This is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of real world topics and analyzing them from different perspectives. Using an inquiry based method, students analyze texts, speeches, performances and personal accounts to write essays and deliver oral and visual presentations individually and as part of a team. This course is part of a 2 year AP capstone project that will lead to AP Research during the junior year. | |
AP Language and Composition | Journalism | |
Open to 11 ,12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course counts for an ELA credit. Students in this introductory college-level course read and carefully analyze a broad and challenging range of nonfiction prose and fiction selections, deepening their awareness of rhetoric and how language works. As this is a college-level course, performance expectations are appropriately high and the workload is challenging. Because of the demanding curriculum, students should bring to the course a strong command of mechanical conventions and the ability to discuss prose. | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit
Journalism is a course designed to introduce students to the world of media. Students in Journalism will become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. Writing, technology, and visual and electronic media are used as tools for learning as students create, clarify, critique, and produce effective communication. Students will learn journalistic guidelines for writing, design, and photography, which include objectivity, responsibility, and credibility. Page layout, copywriting, journalism laws & ethics are taught, reviewed, and utilized. Specific writing styles include news (expository), editorial (persuasive), feature (descriptive), sports (analysis), and the study of style rules that comprise the grammar of journalistic writing are taught, reviewed, and utilized. | |
Dual Credit English Semester 2: English 1623 (II) | Publications | |
Open to 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course counts for an ELA credit. The student will continue to develop the writing skills studied in ENGL 1613, achieving great proficiency in analyzing and writing arguments and analyses. The student will utilize accurately documental research support in all major writing assignments. A greater understanding of rhetorical context is another goal of this course. To receive credit toward the IAI General Education Core requirements, this course must be completed with a minimum grade of C. IAI: C1 901R. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 CreditThis course counts for an ELA credit.This course is a laboratory experience for students to produce the KEEAN and the KEYNOTE, the yearbook. Selection for this class is based upon application approval by the advisors only. Page layout, copywriting, journalism laws & ethics, advertising, and very basic photography are taught, reviewed, and utilized. Specific writing styles include news (expository), editorial (persuasive), feature (descriptive), sports (analysis), and the study of style rules that comprise the grammar of journalistic writing are taught, reviewed, and utilized. Extensive writing is required. The course incorporates practice in reading, studying, and analyzing journalism. Any student enrolling in the course must realize that there is an emphasis on individual and small group work and that this class involves substantial out-of-class work, as this course involves the solicitation of advertisements outside of school. The heavy emphasis put upon individual responsibility leads to students needing to be self-motivated and academically high achievers. This course does not apply toward the English graduation requirement. | |
AP Research/English | Dual Credit English Semester 1: English 1613 (I) | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit *This counts as an elective credit (not ELA) AP Research, the second course in the AP Capstone experience, allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, issue or idea of individual interest. Students design, plan, and implement a yearlong investigation to address a research question. Through this inquiry, they further the skills they acquired in AP Seminar by learning research methodology, employing ethical research practices and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information. Students reflect on their skill development, document their processes and curate the artifacts of their scholarly work through a process and reflection portfolio. The courses culminate in an academic paper of 4,000-5,000 words (accompanied by a performance, exhibit or product where applicable) and a presentation with oral defense. This is the sequential continuation of AP Seminar. Students cannot be enrolled in this course without successful completion of AP Seminar. This course is an option to take for English credit only if students completed AP Seminar and their Research successfully. | Open to 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course counts for an ELA credit. | |
Broadcast Communications | AP English Literature & Composition | |
Open to 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit Broadcast Communications is a course designed to introduce students to the world of media. Students in Broadcast Communications will become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. Writing, technology, and visual and electronic media are used as tools for learning as students create, clarify, critique, and produce effective communication. | Open to 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course counts for an ELA credit. The AP English Literature and Composition course will engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students can deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to create meaning. Students learn to consider a work's structure, style, and themes, as well as smaller-scale elements such as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. This course requires a heavy load of outside reading at the collegiate level. | |
FIne Arts | ||
Introduction to Theatre | Theatre Performance | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit
It is highly suggested for students to consider” Effective Speech Via the Dramatic Arts” as their elective. | Open to 9*, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a performance based intermediate level course with a large script writing component that builds on the skills learned in the previous course. Students will begin to explore and participate in daily in-class presentations of in depth various periods of theater, acting and improvisational techniques, body movement, vocal technique, multicultural theater, musical theater and script writing. Students will also begin to examine the works of various playwrights in depth and begin working with forms of script analysis. In addition students are expected to perform in the KHS drama showcase at the end of the school year. The drama showcase will serve as the second semester final performance exam. Prerequisite: Introduction to theater * or successful completion of Jr. High drama or theater | |
Advanced Theatrical Performance | Survey of Dance | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a performance based advanced level course with a large script writing component that builds on the skills learned in Introduction to theater and theater Performance. This course will allow students the opportunity to participate daily in in-class presentations as well as explore a concentration in the areas of directing, technical theater, musical theater and production critique. Students will also have the opportunity to build a college ready audition portfolio as well as explore other avenues in the theater business. In addition students are expected to direct and perform in the KHS drama showcase at the end of the school year. The drama showcase will serve as the second semester final performance exam. Prerequisite: theater Performance | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit
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Musical Theatrical Performance | Advanced Dance | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit
*Students enrolled in this course will receive credit for PE. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit
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KHS Band I / Concert Band | Percussion Ensemble | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit The KHS Band is a traditional wind and percussion instrumental ensemble which performs in concerts, parades, at athletic events (marching band and pep band), and for other special events throughout the year. Some performances are competitive. Attendance at all performances is mandatory. Students explore advanced techniques of wind band performance with a variety of musical styles. A main goal of Band 1 is to prepare students for successful participation in Band 2/Symphonic Band. Band 1 and Band 2 will combine for marching band, the "Marching Kays," during the first semester. Band 1 and Band 2 may combine for other performances. After successful completion of Band 1, students should be able to: 1) play a two-octave chromatic scale; 2) play at least six (6) major and (harmonic) minor scales; and 3) play music of moderate difficulty - all with good, characteristic tone. Percussion students should know the most common of the international drum rudiments (rolls, diddles, flams). | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Percussion Ensemble is a performance-based class, where students learn to prepare and perform percussion music in conjunction with the two high school concert bands; as well as perform instrument specific literature (known as Percussion Ensemble Music). Students learn how to read all types of percussion music, perform using multiple instrument specific skills, rehearse in small-group formats, and prepare for the marching season. Percussion Ensemble will perform at existing Band concerts with their respective bands as well as their own Percussion group. Students will also rehearse and have the opportunity to audition for state and district level groups like I.M.E.A. Entry into the class will require two years of Band experience. Recommended: Two years with the Kankakee Junior High School Band, Kankakee High School Band, or two years at any other school’s band or equivalent experience | |
String Orchestra | Jazz Band | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit In this course students explore advanced techniques of string playing. Skills such as shifting, vibrato, and advanced bow strokes are learned. The orchestra performs Classical, Romantic, Baroque, pop and contemporary music. Orchestra 1 and Orchestra 2 combine for performances which include contests. Attendance at performances and contests is required. Prerequisite: Junior High Orchestra or permission of instructor. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Jazz band is a competitive performance-based class, where students learn to prepare and perform in a big band setting and learn to play popular music. This class will focus on the development of basic jazz band skills and band culture that fosters excellence and high order learning. Jazz band will perform at existing concerts as well as in the community for special events. Additionally, students will perform at no fewer than 2 competitions during the spring semester. | |
Wind Ensemble | KHS Band II (Symphonic Band) | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is designed for the most advanced wind instrument and percussion players. Skills learned in Band 1 are further developed. The band performs in concerts, parades, at athletic events (marching band and pep band), and for other special events throughout the year. Some performances will be competitive. Attendance at all performances is mandatory. Students explore advanced techniques of wind band music performance in a variety of musical styles and genres. Band 2 and Band 1 will combine for marching band, the "Marching Kays," during the first semester. Band 2 and Band 1 may combine for other performances. After successful completion of Band 2, students should be able to: 1) play a chromatic scale through the full range of their instrument; 2) play all 12 major and minor scales; and 3) play music of advanced difficulty. Percussion students should know and play the 40 international drum rudiments .Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or successful completion of Band | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is designed for the most advanced wind instrument and percussion players. Skills learned in Band 1 are further developed. The band performs in concerts, parades, at athletic events (marching band and pep band), and for other special events throughout the year. Some performances will be competitive. Attendance at all performances is mandatory. Students explore advanced techniques of wind band music performance in a variety of musical styles and genres. Band 2 and Band 1 will combine for marching band, the "Marching Kays," during the first semester. Band 2 and Band 1 may combine for other performances. After successful completion of Band 2, students should be able to: 1) play a chromatic scale through the full range of their instrument; 2) play all 12 major and minor scales; and 3) play music of advanced difficulty. Percussion students should know and play the 40 international drum rudiments. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or successful completion of Band 1. Juniors must pass the 10th grade proficiency exams to continue in band. | |
Acapella Choir | Symphonic Orchestra | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Advanced Choir is a performing group that sings advanced level literature. The course is designed for serious Choir students who want to improve their already existing skills. Students will participate in full choral ensemble performances throughout the school year, as well as participating in IHSA Solo and Ensemble and Organizational Music contests. Performances and rehearsals outside of the school are required. Students will have the optional opportunity to audition for IHSA District/All-State Chorus and Jazz Choir. Prerequisite: Prior choral experience in a school, community, or church vocal ensemble. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Symphony Orchestra will be an auditioned large ensemble class for students who are ready to play more advanced repertoire. They will combine with the regular Orchestra class and put on concerts for the public. They will also combine with select members of Wind Ensemble and play full orchestra pieces. Attendance at performances and contests is required. Prerequisite: Orchestra 1 or permission of instructor. | |
Piano Keyboard Laboratory | Mixed Chorus | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is both an individualized and classroom approach to keyboard instruction that enables beginners to learn to play the piano and experienced students to improve their skills. Students learn about the construction of music by studying form, harmonic structure, scales, chords, intervals, rhythms, general vocabulary, and the history of music styles. They are able to use that knowledge to perform and to compose music using integrated technology. Students are required to perform in concert twice a year. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Mixed Chorus is a traditional 4-part (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) large vocal ensemble. Students enrolled in this course will learn and practice correct choral vocal techniques. Students will also develop and improve on music reading, sight-singing. and ear training skills, and apply these skills to the rehearsal and performance of choral literature of various historical periods, styles, and cultural origins. Students will participate in full choral ensemble performances throughout the school year, as well as participating in IHSA Solo and Ensemble and Organizational Music contests. Performances and rehearsals outside of the school are required. | |
Show Choir | AP Music Theory | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Show Choir is a competitive performance based class, where students learn to prepare and perform popular music. Students learn how to add choreography to song, as well as text interpretation, facial and body expression and many performance skills. Show Choir will perform at existing choir concerts as well as special community events. Additionally students will perform at no fewer than 2 competitions in the spring semester. Prerequisite: Audition | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit AP Music Theory is an advanced level music course. Students in this class will work towards a deeper understanding of the various building blocks of music: melody, harmony, rhythm, meter, texture, and form. Students will seek to develop music writing skills through analysis, composition, and notation. They will improve their musicianship through listening skills, sight-singing, and harmonization at the keyboard and by singing. Work in this class is equivalent to a first year college music theory class and culminates with the AP exam. Prerequisite: The student's ability to read and write musical notation is fundamental to this course and the student must have adequate performance skills in either voice or an instrument. | |
Intro to Art | Studio Art I | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is an introductory art class offered to all grade levels. Students will learn how to use basic elements and principles of art, based on historical and cultural connections. Art and design topics, concepts, materials, and techniques related to world art are the main focus of this course. Students will be exposed to various media including pencil, pen, color pencil, watercolor and acrylic paints, wire, clay, graphic art, and much more. Each student is responsible for keeping a sketchbook, in which they are encouraged to think creatively, as they develop ideas for each project and complete homework assignments. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is designed for students that have an interest in further developing their artistic ability while using many different media and techniques, ideas and subject matter, and compositional explorations. Students will discover diverse types and styles of drawing, painting, 2D and 3D design with traditional and contemporary approaches. This class will prepare art students for College level art courses. Students will also have the opportunity to display their best work in the annual Art exhibition at KCC and other area art shows. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in a previous art class or art teacher recommendation. | |
Studio Art II | Art and Culture | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is designed only for the advanced art student that has completed Studio Art, has a high level of artistic ability and a desire to develop a portfolio of artwork. (can be used for entry into college). Students will work on two different sections of a portfolio: Breadth (range and diversity of media and subject matter, and/or application of the principles of design), and Concentration (a body of related works that describes in depth the exploration of a particular artistic concern). Each student will keep a sketchbook documenting concepts, visual ideas, technical and composition studies, and responses to any current social, political, economic, spiritual issues, etc. Students are required to submit artwork into the multiple art exhibitions and other applicable contests and shows throughout the school year. Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Studio 1, or art teacher recommendation. (please talk to Art Teachers) | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This semester length course is an introductory art class offered to all grade levels. Students will explore Western Art and the contextual and technical relationships to World Art. Various art movements and time periods will be studied with specific connections to Western and World cultures. Students will be exposed to media including pastel, pencil, plaster, clay, watercolor and acrylic paints, pen, marker, and much more. Each student is responsible for keeping a sketchbook, in which they are encouraged to think creatively, as they develop ideas for each project and complete homework assignments. | |
Graphic Arts, Illustration, and Animation | 3D Art | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course is designed for students that have art and computer skills and have an interest in graphic design, illustration, web design, animation, advertising, video game design, etc. Students will explore various projects that relate to specific art related careers using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Flash computer software using various processes and artistic techniques. Due to the technical nature of this course, all work must be completed in class. These projects will consist of illustrations, posters, fliers, visual aids, handouts, and photo manipulations. Computer software to be used includes Adobe Illustrator, Adobe PhotoShop, and Adobe InDesign. Due to the technical nature of this course, all work must be completed in class. | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course will provide an opportunity for students to apply the elements and principles of art in a 3 Dimensional format. A focus on sculpture artists and cultures from across the world will encompass a wide variety of functional and decorative arts. Students will be exposed to a range of media including but not limited to found objects, paint, wire, clay, plaster, paper and wood. Each student is responsible for keeping a sketchbook, in which they are encouraged to think creatively, as they develop ideas for each project and complete homework assignments. | |
Photoshop and Photography | AP Studio Art | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course is designed for students that have art and computer skills and have an interest in graphic design, photography, photo manipulation, photo editing, poster design, album art, motion graphics, etc. Students will explore various projects that relate to specific art related careers using a digital camera and Adobe Photoshop software. Materials, processes, and artistic techniques of taking and manipulating artistic photographs are covered. Due to the technical nature of this course, all work must be completed in class. Good attendance and computer skills are necessary. Prerequisite: If this is not the first art class a student takes, they must have a passing grade from the previous art class. A passing grade is required to continue taking additional art classes regardless of sequencing or grade level. | Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is designed only for the advanced studio student that plans on pursuing an art related career. Students will complete and submit an art portfolio based on College Board requirements to receive Advanced Placement Credit at the end of the school year. The three sections of this portfolio are Quality, Breadth, and Concentration. Within each section, students will focus on creating ownership of ideas and visual information in the medium, subject matter, and theme they are exploring. Students are required to submit artwork into the multiple art exhibitions and other applicable contests and shows throughout the school year. Prerequisite: Completed Summer work, and a Grade of B or better in Studio Art or Studio Art 2H, or art teacher recommendation. (please talk to Art Teachers) | |
Family and Consumer Science | ||
Baking Basics | Culinary Arts | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit
This course is open to students who are interested in learning more about baking and pastries. Students will experience the delights of baking using various techniques and ingredients to prepare breads, cookies, cakes, pies and other specialty items. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester-1 Credit
In this course, students learn the nutritional value, selection, storage and preparation of fruits, vegetables, grain products, legumes, nuts and seeds, dairy foods, eggs, meat, poultry, and fish and shellfish. Students will also learn that individual foods can be combined in many imaginative ways to create new and interesting dishes. Combination foods can take a variety of different forms and can include almost any combination of ingredients imaginable. Students will participate in creating meals for school activities and community events.
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American & World Cuisines | Consumer Education | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit This course is open to students interested in experiencing food from the United States and around the world. This course will provide students the opportunity to experience how food and its preparation vary by region and by country. Students will learn about different ingredients and techniques to broaden their culinary horizons. Prerequisite: Culinary Arts or Baking Basics | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit | |
Mathematics | ||
Consumer Math | Precalculus with Trigonometry | |
Open to 11 &12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit This elective credit course provides the student with a review of the fundamental computational operations. At the same time, students will work with applications of mathematics in everyday life. Topics to be studied include: personal finance, housing, transportation, taxes, insurance, investments, purchasing and budgeting. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit This course is intended for the student who has a strong background in math and plans to take Calculus. The topics include graphs & functions, polynomial & rational functions, exponential & logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, polar coordinates, vectors, analytic geometry, and systems. This class requires a graphing calculator (TI 84 plus preferred). Prerequisite: Geometry and Algebra II | |
AP Statistics | AP Calculus AB | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit AP Statistics is the high school equivalent of a one semester, introductory college statistics course. In this course students will develop strategies for collecting, organizing, and analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students design, administer and tabulate results from surveys and experiments. Probability and simulations aid students in constructing models for chance phenomena. Sampling distributions provide the logical structure for confidence intervals and hypothesis tests. To develop effective statistical communication skills, students are required to prepare frequent written and oral analyses of real data. It is expected that students take the AP exam in the spring. Students need a score of 3 out of 5 to receive college credit for the class. This class requires a graphing calculator (TI 84 plus preferred). Prerequisite: Algebra I | Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit AP Calculus AB is an introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of differential and integral calculus through engaging with real-world problems represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally and using definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify conclusions as they explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions. This course is designed as a course for students who have: 1) consistently shown a strong potential in mathematics; and 2) pursued mathematics with expressed interest in careers in math or science. This course will include the theory of limits and continuity, and techniques of derivatives and integrals, along with applications of derivatives and integrals. It is expected that students take the AP exam in the spring. Students need a score of 3 out of 5 to receive college credit for the class. This class requires a graphing calculator (TI 84 plus preferred). Prerequisite: Precalculus | |
AP Calculus BC | Statistics | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit The course content outlined below is organized into commonly taught units of study that provide one possible sequence for the course. Your teacher may choose to organize the course content differently based on local priorities and preferences.This course is designed as a course for students who have: 1) consistently shown a strong potential in mathematics; and 2) pursued mathematics with expressed interest in careers in math or science. It is expected that students take the AP exam in the spring. Students need a score of 3 out of 5 to receive college credit for the class. This class requires a graphing calculator (TI 84 plus preferred). Prerequisite: Calculus AB | Open to 11 &12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit Introductory Statistics follows scope and sequence requirements of an introduction to statistics course and is geared toward students majoring in fields other than math or engineering. The text assumes some knowledge of intermediate algebra and focuses on statistics application over theory. Introductory Statistics includes innovative practical applications that make the text relevant and accessible, as well as collaborative exercises, technology integration problems, and statistics labs. | |
Tech Math | Quantitative Literacy | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit 3 Semester Hours at KCC for Course Math 1113 This counts as a Math Credit This course concentrates on real number operations, measurements, plane and solid geometry, algebraic operations (including factoring, fractions, and exponents), linear functions, and inequalities (including their graphs). Students interested in taking vocational classes at KACC or KCC are encouraged to take this class. Tech Math I can only be taken after all 3 credits of math have been earned for graduation.. This course exempts you from the similar course at KCC as a Mathematics elective for an Associates of Applied Science degree. A scientific calculator is recommended (TI - 30 MultiView preferred). Prerequisite: Students must be senior for transferable credit | Open to 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Math Credit Quantitative Literacy course features four units of instruction and a capstone project: Personal Finance, Statistics & Predictions in Everyday Life, Constructing Our World, and Math in Decision Making. Students earning the credit with at least a 70% grade can be automatically enrolled in the Statistics course at any Community College in IL without a placement test. . Prerequisite: Students must be senior with 3 math credits to enroll in the class. | |
Physical Education | ||
Life Fitness and Wellness | Physical Education | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester- 0.5 Credit This counts as a PE Credit Students will be identified for this course. Lifetime Fitness and Wellness introduces the student to the fundamental relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Principles of nutritional guidelines will be studied. Varied physical activity media are introduced to give the student practical experiences with the ultimate goal of self-directed lifetime wellness. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit Graduation Requirement for Class of 2023-2021 Physical education is an integral part of the total educational program. Physical education is mandated by the state of Illinois, and seven credits of P.E. are required for graduation. Physical education is necessary to sustain good fitness and health throughout life. | |
Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) | Driver Education /Physical Education | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1.0Credit This counts as a PE Credit aCADMIC | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This counts as a PE Credit This course is to be taken with Sophomore P.E. Sophomores are taken out of physical education classes for nine weeks for the drivers education classroom and behind the wheel portion of attaining your driver’s license. The elective is open to any pupil in grades 10, 11, or 12. The classroom phase provides essential knowledge for driver responsibility, traffic laws, and safety. The behind - the - wheel experience is designed to teach correct procedures, a minimal level of skill, and desirable driving habits. After the classroom phase is completed students will be placed in a PE class for 9 weeks and will be pulled out of that class when they are scheduled for behind-the-wheel. Sophomores must be at least 15 years old to enroll in this course. A $50 fee paid at registration, social security numbers and a cost of $20 for a Driver's Permit are required. All outstanding fees must be paid in full. More than five absences may result in a failing grade. Consistent attendance is required to meet state requirements. Prerequisite: Eight (8) total credits in the two Semesters immediately preceding. | |
Strength and Conditioning | Swimming for Beginners | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This counts as a PE Credit Participants will be involved in strength training M-W-F, and aerobic, flexibility, and agility training T-TH. Fitness levels will be measured at the beginning of the semester, as well as periodically throughout the semester. Students will be expected to keep a written journal of daily workouts, as well as the results of all fitness testing. Daily participation is mandatory in this class. Teacher/Coach recommendations will be considered. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This counts as a PE Credit This course is designed to enable students to progress from non-swimming and/or basic swimming skills to advanced skills that will allow the students to swim freestyle stroke 25 yards consecutively. The students will learn proper body positioning, breathing, kicking and arm stroking techniques. Students will learn and observe all water safety and pool rules. Students will learn personal safety skills for beginner swimmers. | |
Advanced Swimming | ||
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This counts as a PE Credit This course is designed to enable the students to become certified by the American Red Cross in LifeGuard Training. The students will learn the skills and acquire the knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. As professional rescuers, they will acquire the skills necessary to respond to respiratory and cardiac emergencies. Students will participate in outdoor water and recreational activity. | ||
Science | ||
Dual Credit Biology | AP Biology | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit This course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course aimed at students who exhibit high levels of commitment, motivation, and academic maturity. It provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal with the rapidly changing science of biology. Major topics include biochemistry, cells, heredity, molecular genetics, metabolism, structure/function of plants/animals, evolution & ecology. Prerequisite: Biology | |
Earth & Environmental Science | AP Environmental Science | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a Science Credit This course is for students who are truly interested in the environmental issues challenging the earth. Major topics include the ecosystems, overpopulation, erosion, water pollution and eutrophication, toxic chemicals, air pollution, acid rain, ozone depletion and the greenhouse effect, pesticides and alternative energy sources. The students are intricately involved in the school recycling program. Discussion, activities, presentation, and projects are used to present the material. | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a Science Credit | |
Human Anatomy & Physiology | Botany | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit This course focuses on the structure and function of the human body. Topics covered in this course include a basic introduction to the study of the human body, the basics of cells, types of tissues, the skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Students will also learn about diseases of the human body related to the different systems. Prerequisite: Biology | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit | |
Zoology | Introduction to Engineering Design | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Science Credit Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work. | |
Chemistry | AP Chemistry | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Physical Science Credit | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Physical Science Credit | |
Physics & Engineering | Physical Science | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Physical Science Credit | Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Physical Science Credit | |
AP Physics | Principles of Biomedical Science | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit *May be taken in lieu Physics and Engineering This counts as a Physical Science Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Life Science Credit In the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science program, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine factors that led to the death of a fictional person. While investigating the case, students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems. | |
Robotics and Engineering | Forensic Science | |
Open to Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This counts as a Science Credit Robotics is a course that focuses on building a robot through introductory robotics and engineering practices. The course can be taken over two years. Students will explore all the aspects of an FTC robotics team, including building, programming and troubleshooting a robot, working as a team member, promoting and managing a team. | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a Science Credit This class is intended to motivate students to seek further scientific knowledge, to expose students to the various careers involved in forensic science and to possibly direct their education toward a career in forensic science. | |
AP Human Anatomy & Physiology | ||
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This course is a Life-Science Credit This course focuses on the structure and function of the human body. Topics covered in this course include a basic introduction to the study of the human body, the basics of cells, types of tissues, the skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Students will also learn about diseases of the human body related to the different systems. Prerequisite: Biology | ||
Social Science | ||
Sociology | Latin American Studies | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a Social Science Credit This course is a study of human beings and how they live and interact in groups. The primary focus is on the impact of students' interactions with their society. Students are guided through examining the impact they will have on the world and the world on them. The course starts with the sociological founders, their perspectives and theories. It moves through norms, deviance, social stratification, institutions, and ends with the developing world. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit Latin America is a fascinating and diverse region with rich and varied cultures and a shared history that is interesting as it is disheartening. Although Latin America shares a common history with the rest of the Americas, including the United States and Canada, it has also experienced a path of developing quite differently from the rest of North America. Students in this class will be introduced to the history of the region which will encompass a time span beginning with pre-Columbian times to post-revolution. | |
Criminal Law | African American Studies | |
Open to 10, 11 , 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a Social Science Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit The social, political, and cultural history of Americans of African descent is examined. The introduction explores the culture, geography, and history of Western Africa and the development of the slave trade. The course then covers the contributions of African - Americans during the Colonial, the Antebellum, and the Reconstruction periods. | |
Current Events | AP Human Geography | |
Open to 9, 10, 11 , 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a Social Science Credit Current Issues is designed to help students understand, interpret, and develop positions on events and issues in today’s world. Using inquiry-based case studies, students will answer compelling questions surrounding the 1st amendment & how it applies to them in school, media literacy & the role that mainstream media has on the current culture of the United States, and the political party system & how it creates & hinders progress in the United States. Students will develop and use essential skills including investigative inquiry, interpretation & evaluation of media sources, reflective thinking, thoughtful examination of major political topics, and the ability to articulate and defend core beliefs. | Open to 9, 10, 11 , 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit Geographers ask two main questions, “Where do people live?” and “Why do people live there?” This course will explore the answers to those questions using a thematic approach. The course is divided into seven units of study that include Geography Nature and Perspectives, Population, Cultural Patterns and Processes, Political Organization of Space, Agricultural and Rural Land Use, Industrialization and Development, and Cities and Urban Land Use. Students will develop their research and writing skills, learn basic mapmaking skills, and engage in debates on various geographical topics while taking this course. Students will be challenged to think critically and analytically throughout the year. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP exam in the Spring. | |
AP European History | Psychology | |
Open to 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit Psychology continues to focus students on the study of individual human behavior. Course content typically includes (but is not limited to) an overview of the field of psychology, topics in human growth and development, personality and behavior, and abnormal psychology. | |
AP Psychology | Economics | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit The AP Psychology course is designed to mirror an entry-level college that introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Topics include the history and approaches of psychology, research methods (experimental, clinical and the ethics involved), and abnormal, developmental and social psychology (diagnosis and treatment.) Extensive outside reading is required as well as course projects, short papers and research papers. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP exam in the spring. | Open to 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit Graduation Requirement Option* *May be taken in lieu of Consumer Education | |
AP World History | AP United States History | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a Social Science Credit This course is equivalent to an introductory college course. AP World History offers an approach that lets motivated students "do history" by guiding them through the steps a historian would take in analyzing historical events and evidence worldwide over the span of history. The course offers truly balanced global coverage with Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe each represented. Students are required to complete various composition assignments. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP exam in the spring. | Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit *May be taken in lieu of U.S. History This is a Social Science Credit | |
AP Government and Politics | AP Microeconomics | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semester- 1 Credit *May be taken in lieu American Government This is a Social Science Credit | Open to 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit | |
AP Macroeconomics | ||
Open to 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit
AP Macroeconomics is to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination, and also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. AP Macroeconomics is a semester long course which can be taken with a semester long course of AP Microeconomics or by itself. | ||
World Languages | ||
World Cultures | Spanish I | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 1 Semester-0.5 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | |
Spanish for Native Speakers | Spanish II | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | |
Spanish III | Spanish IV | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit Spanish 3 stresses reading, writing, and acquaintance with literature, customs and culture of Spanish - speaking people. Some of the culture will be presented through mini - courses on such subjects as history, art, music, letter writing, etc. Selections by well - known authors are included. A study of the more difficult grammar structures is covered. The course also stresses listening comprehension and requires speaking in Spanish. | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | |
AP Spanish Language and Culture | American Sign Language | |
Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit This is a World Languages Credit | |
Dual Credit CNA | CNA I | |
Open to 11, 12 2 Semesters-1 Credit
This course is designed to train students to be competent in skills necessary for the nursing assistant to function successfully in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other health care facilities. The nursing assistant will provide services related to the comfort and welfare of the resident under direct supervision of a registered nurse. Some topics to be covered include body mechanics, transfer techniques, basic anatomy and physiology, personal care, vital signs, rehabilitation, death, Alzheimer patient care, dying, and postmortem care. Review of Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is also included. Students attend a clinical experience twice a week at a local nursing home for learning of hands-on skills. Eligibility for State Certified Nursing Exam is determined by student’s attendance to class, clinical and maintaining a minimum grade of 75%. State of Illinois mandatory fingerprinting and 2 Step Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for participation in this class. Prerequisite: Biology | Open to 11, 12 2 Period Block for 2 Semesters – 3 Credits This course is designed to train students to be competent in skills necessary for the nursing assistant to function successfully in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other health care facilities. The nursing assistant will provide services related to the comfort and welfare of the resident under direct supervision of a registered nurse. Some topics to be covered include body mechanics, transfer techniques, basic anatomy and physiology, personal care, vital signs, rehabilitation, death, Alzheimer patient care, dying, and postmortem care. Review of Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is also included. Students attend a clinical experience twice a week at a local nursing home for learning of hands-on skills. Eligibility for State Certified Nursing Exam is determined by student’s attendance to class, clinical and maintaining a minimum grade of 75%. State of Illinois mandatory fingerprinting and 2 Step Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for participation in this class. | |
Request for Physical Education Waiver
The school code of the State of Illinois Board of Education allows for an exemption from physical education for students qualify under one or more of the following conditions: :
Exemption Policy:
The student is participating in interscholastic, varsity level athletics as certified by the athletic director. The participant can replace the physical education class with an additional class during the semester of their sport.
The student is participating in Marching Band, CNA program, or KACC.
The student provides written evidence from an institution of higher education that a specific course not included in existing state or local school minimum graduation standards is required for admission. School district staff must verify that the student’s present and proposed schedule will not permit completion of the needed course, because the student is already at the maximum course load.
The student lacks sufficient course credit in one or more courses required by the state statute or local school board policies for graduation. Students who have failed required courses, transferred into the district with deficient credits, or who lack credits due to other causes will be eligible to apply for this exemption if they are carrying the maximum course load.
The student is participating in a course, academy, or program that the Kankakee School District has applied for and received a waiver for exempting students from physical education for the purposes listed in said waiver. This waiver process must be determined by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and approved by the school board.
An approved waiver will reduce the number of PE credits that a student needs to graduate, but will not reduce the total number of credits required. A copy of the request must be in the student's file.
Note: A medical exemption from PE is a separate process requiring verification by a medical doctor.
Student Name:
Freshman / Sophomore/ Junior / Senior Semester of __________________________________
P.E. to be waived - circle one or both: Sem. 1 Sem. 2 Both
Reason: (check one)
1. The student is a junior or senior participating in an interscholastic, varsity level sport as certified by the Athletic Director.
SPORT(S):
2. The student is a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior participating in Marching Band (waive 1st semester PE only).
3. The student has written evidence from an institution of higher education that a specific course not included in existing state or
local minimum graduation standards is required for admission.
4. The student is a 3rd or 4th year student and is credit deficient.
5. Student falls into a category that has an approved district waiver. See explanation above.
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KANKAKEE HIGH SCHOOL 1200 WEST JEFFERY STREET KANKAKEE, ILLINOIS 60901-4696 (815) 933-0740 FAX (815) 933-9149 |
May 14, 2019
I give permission for _______________________________ participate in Early Completion for the 2019-2020 school year at Kankakee High School. Early Completion is fulfilled when all of the Kankakee High School graduation requirements are successfully fulfilled by December 20, 2019. Early Completion students are eligible to receive a 2020 Kankakee High School diploma in May of 2020. A student must pass all of her/his required semester 1 classes in order to complete these requirements. If the student does not pass these classes, the student will return for semester 2 of the 2019-2020 school year in order to complete graduation requirements. Early Completion students are not eligible to attend school sponsored activities or field trips, once high school graduation requirements are met. In order to come on school campus during the day, you must have an appointment with your grade level team.
I,__________________________________, the parent/guardian, am responsible for staying in contact with Kankakee High School’s Grade Level Team pertaining to events related to seniors such as Naviance, transcripts for college, scholarships, financial aid information and assistance, graduation deadlines, cap and gown information and receiving a diploma. Note that financial aid is NOT available for Early Completion students until fall of 2020.
Students are encouraged to seek employment and/or enroll in a college course to maximize free time in preparation for college in the Fall of 2020.
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Parent Signature & Date
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Student Signature & Date
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Administrator & Date
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Guidance Counselor & Date
KANKAKEE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR EARLY RELEASE/LATE ARRIVAL FORM
The student listed below has requested early release/late arrival from Kankakee High School during the 2019/2020 school year. The student must be on track to graduate.
Late Arrival (school day begins 4th period)
Early Release (school day ends after 7th period)
Combination (school day begins 2nd period and ends after 8th period)
The student and parent must fill out this form and have it signed for approval by KHS grade level administration, and grade level guidance counselor.
Student Name:________________________________________________________________________________
SENIOR EARLY RELEASE/LATE ARRIVAL POLICY
Seniors who wish to have early release OR late arrival, can be released as long as he/she is on track for graduation. This form must be completed and on file in the office of the Grade Level Administrator before permission can be granted.
By signing below you are agreeing to the following expectations:
- Must have your own transportation to and from school
- Adhere to the KHS uniform policy
- Attend all required classes (including study support), be on time, and be passing all classes
- Cannot be in the building during the release time
- Must be on track to graduate and meet all eligibility requirements to be able to be released from school
- Be able to leave and return to school grounds without disrupting the rest of the students and classes
- Must sign out/in the front office every day
- Early Release/Late Arrival will not be granted if it conflicts with a required class, AP or honors
- Does not have multiple discipline referrals
- If you are in sports, you cannot have early release
- The school may end this agreement if the student ends employment, fails to attend classes on a regular basis, does not continue to make progress toward meeting graduation requirements, does not adhere to the release expectation, or is declared ineligible under school rules.
Choose one release option:
- Late Arrival
- Early Release
By signing below you are agreeing to all the expectations for early release/late arrival as stated on the previous page.
Student Signature:___________________________________________________ Date: ________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________________________ Date: ________________
Grade Level Admin Signature: __________________________________________Date: ________________
Guidance Counselor Signature:_________________________________________ Date: ________________
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