Last updated February 3, 2021

Dear Bastrop Independent School District Parents and Students:

In Bastrop ISD we believe in seeing the future through the eyes of our students.  That is especially true when it comes to careful planning for their academic success and development. We strive to create individualized learning environments that empower and inspire all students to achieve their utmost potential.  We believe that our parents and community members are partners with us in this endeavor and it is in that spirit that we ask you to carefully review the contents of the Bastrop ISD High School Course Selection Guide for the Colorado River Collegiate Academy or CRCA.  The guide is designed to provide students, parents, and school staff with a resource for reviewing and selecting career and academic pathways.  CRCA is an award-winning Early College High School.  We partner with Austin Community College to offer students a pathway to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously earning their Associates’ Degree.  CRCA is open to all Bastrop ISD students and our commitment is to ensure access to our tuition and cost-free early college high school.  

This guide presents five endorsements: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics [STEM], Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humanities, and Multidisciplinary Studies.  Endorsements help create a personalized graduation plan in line with a student’s career interests and post-secondary goals.  Students may also earn more than one endorsement if they have additional class time and courses are available. This guide also provides information about early graduation, dual credit, and advanced placement opportunities.  The course descriptions indicate the campus or campuses in which each course is offered, so please review options carefully and thoroughly.  

Please note that the course guide is subject to change as needed.  Any updates will be posted on the district and campus websites and the school counseling team will notify students if the changes impact their specific course plan. Thank you for your partnership and support in planning course selections for the upcoming academic school year.  We look forward to working with you to develop your program of study.

Best wishes for a wonderful high school experience!

Sincerely,

Adelaida Olivarez

Associate Superintendent

Bastrop ISD

906 Farm Street • Bastrop, TX 78602 • (512) 772-7100 • bisdtx.org

Table of Contents

Course Selection Information        4

Schedule Change Policy        5

Graduation Requirements        5

HB 5 Graduation Plan        8

Distinguished Level of Achievement & Performance Acknowledgements        9

Graduation Options for Students with Disabilities
Receiving Special Education Services        10

Methods of Earning Credits        11

Students Receiving Special Programs and English Language Support Services        12

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Curriculum        13

Advanced Academics        13

Dual Credit        16

Dual Credit Crosswalk Table (ACC)        18

Degree Options        18

Weighted Grades for Determining GPA        19

Class Rank        20

Advanced Classes for No Pass No Play 2020-2021        21

Notification of Eligibility for Automatic College Admission for Students Eligible to Enter College in 2021        22

Bastrop ISD Early Graduation        22

Course Descriptions        23

English Language Arts /Reading        23

Speech/Communications        24

Mathematics        24

Science        25

Social Studies        26

Fine Arts        28

Languages Other Than English        29

Career & Technical Education Electives        29

Contacts, Notices, and Notifications        32

Course Selection Information

Effective May 7, 2021 students applying for admission to CRCA must be currently enrolled 8th graders in Bastrop ISD.

Colorado River Collegiate Academy, a public school of choice, is committed to providing an advanced academic environment, ensuring students earn a high school diploma as well as an Associate’s Degree, or up to 60 college hours from an accredited community college.

While all Bastrop ISD students will have access to the program, the ECHS core mission is to give prospective first-generation college-going and other typically underrepresented students in higher education a no-cost solution to earning a two-year college degree with transfer eligibility to a four year college/university.

Families will complete the application process in the spring. Students must reside in the Bastrop ISD attendance area and have attended and completed the fall and spring semester at Bastrop Middle School or Cedar Creek Middle School in 8th grade. A district committee will review applications against criteria established by TEA for the ECHS to determine eligibility. If the number of eligible students exceeds the enrollment cap of the class (120), a lottery process will be applied to determine the class of 2025 cohort and a wait list will be established.

Counselors will provide information about the course selection process, class choices, and graduation plans through classroom guidance.  Students will be given access to a paper or electronic course selection guide and a choice sheet.  Due dates and instructions will be included.  Parents will have the opportunity to attend scheduled parent information meetings during the course selection process.  Counselors will also see each student individually regarding course selections.  In addition, each student will be provided verification of course requests along with a deadline for change requests.

Students are reminded that some course offerings are tentative and dependent upon sufficient enrollment. It is extremely important, therefore, that alternate course choices be listed for elective courses on the registration choice form.

Some courses require teacher approval and/or application.  Students are responsible for obtaining that approval prior to submitting course requests.

As the student signs up for next year’s courses, selections should be made on the assumption the courses in progress will be passed. Because of increased graduation requirements, if a student fails a course or courses, it is important to make up a failed course in summer school, credit recovery, intersession, or credit by exam.  Failure to attend summer school could jeopardize grade level and progress toward graduation.  Contact the school if you have questions about summer school.

Note: Students and Parents, please remember that the master schedules are built around course choices.  Also, room assignments, faculty availability/hired are also made to the best of our ability.  Please make sure to make your selections wisely and carefully.  

Schedule Change Policy  

Students meet with counselors during the spring semester to determine course selection for the following year.  With the assistance of counselors, students have the opportunity to choose their own classes as well as alternate electives, and they have the opportunity to verify those choices and make corrections during the spring semester for the next school year.

Once the schedule is locked, schedule corrections will only be made for the following reasons:

• A student is placed in a course in error.
• A student fails a required course making a schedule adjustment necessary for graduation.
• Additional credit was earned making a schedule adjustment necessary.
• The student does not have the prerequisites or does not have courses needed for graduation.
• Change is needed as a result of a student being selected or administratively assigned to or taken out of a program within the school; i.e., intervention, band, athletics, other classes requiring instructor approval.
• Change is needed to enable a student to graduate in the particular year.
• Class sizes must be balanced.
• Courses are cancelled.

Level changes:  A level change (i.e., moving from English III AP to on level English III) may only be requested at the end of the 3rd week, the 6th week, or the end of the first semester. A change may be made if the student has demonstrated a significant effort to do well in the class (attending tutorials, participating in class, asking questions, etc.) and if there has been verified parent/teacher/student communication. Students in honors or Advanced Placement courses whose grades average below a 50 for the first semester may be administratively removed to avoid further credit loss. Students in these situations will have a required parent meeting with their counselor and/or administrator. If a change is made, all grades will transfer with the student for eligibility purposes. All level changes must be approved by an administrator. Students are encouraged to take academically rigorous classes every year.  

Graduation Requirements

Classifications of Students

Student classification is determined by the number of credits accumulated by the end of the preceding year.

To be a ninth grade student (Freshmen).........................Completion of Eighth Grade Requirements

To be a tenth grade student (Sophomore)...........................................................5 Credits Required

To be an eleventh grade student (Junior)...........................................................11 Credits Required

To be a twelfth grade student (Senior)...............................................................18 Credits Required

Foundation Graduation Plan (Opt-Out Agreement Required).............................22 Credits Required

To Graduate with an Endorsement……………………………………...……………………..…...26 Credits Required

*Units of High School credit are determined by the semester average in each course attempted.  The State of Texas has set 70 as a minimum-passing grade. For each semester course passed with 70 or above, the student receives 1/2 credit or more.  Students earn credits annually towards graduation requirements.

The school year is divided into two semesters with three six weeks reporting periods in each semester.  The semester average is determined by the three six week’s averages and the semester exam.  Each semester course is worth ½ unit of credit provided a minimum grade of 70 is earned. Some dual credit course offerings are worth 1 credit per semester. For courses that are two semesters in duration, the two semester grades will be averaged to determine total credit for the class.  A passing grade in one semester may bring up a failing grade in the other semester, provided the first semester grade is not lower than 50 and the second semester grade is not lower than 60 and the two semester grades average to a 70 or higher.

Coursework

House Bill 5 (HB 5), passed by the 83rd Texas Legislature and signed by the governor in June 2013, provides for a new set of graduation plans for Texas students. These graduation plans consist of a foundation plan for every Texas student and five endorsements from which students may choose, depending on their interests.  Students will complete each of these endorsements with four mathematics, four sciences, four English language arts, and three social studies credits.  Additionally, for graduation purposes, students are required to have 1 physical education or equivalent credit, one fine arts credit, and two foreign language credits.

Students entering 9th Grade must choose from one of the following endorsements:

• Arts and Humanities 
• Multidisciplinary Studies 
• STEM 

Pathway course changes: Students may change their pathway course with parent approval anytime within the first 2 weeks of the academic school year, based upon availability.  Reminder: Changes to the pathway courses could jeopardize the student’s ability to receive a particular endorsement.

Testing

Students are required to pass five State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) end-of-course exams to meet the new graduation requirements:

To graduate, a student must score at the Approaches, Meets, or Masters Grade Level requirement for the EOC tests in English 1, English 2, Algebra 1, Biology, and U.S. History.  

If a student does not achieve Approaches Grade Level or above on any state required EOC assessment, the student must retake the assessment until an Approaches Grade Level or above is attained. A student is not required to retake a course as a condition of retaking an EOC assessment.

College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR): Students are highly encouraged to graduate with College, Career and Military Readiness. CCMR graduates demonstrate college, career or military readiness by meeting benchmarks on indicators such as college entrance exams (ACT/SAT/TSIA), Advanced Placement tests, dual credit courses and the completion of certain industry-based certifications.

Can I see sample questions for the STAAR EOC questions? 

Released STAAR EOC questions can be found at www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/STAAR/

HB 5 Graduation Plan

Endorsements

Please refer to the Bastrop ISD High School Course Guide for specific course requirements necessary to obtain each endorsement. Listed below are clusters/pathways that can be associated with each endorsement.

Distinguished Level of Achievement & Performance Acknowledgements

Students who wish to graduate with the Distinguished Level of Achievement must complete all Foundation Plan requirements plus the following:

• Four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II
• Four credits in science
• Requirements for at least one endorsement

Students on the Foundation and/or Distinguished Level of Achievement may also receive Performance Acknowledgements that are designated on the student’s diploma for the following accomplishments:

1. Dual Credit:

1. At least 12 hours of college academic courses, including those taken for dual credit as part of the Texas core curriculum, and locally articulated courses; or
2. An associate degree while in high school.

2. Bilingualism and Biliteracy:

1. A student may earn a performance acknowledgement by demonstrating proficiency in two or more languages by:

1. Completing all English Language Arts requirements; and
2. Satisfying one of the following:

1. Completion of a minimum of three credits in the same language in a Language Other Than English; or
2. Demonstrated proficiency in the TEKS for level IV or higher in a Language Other Than English; or
3. Completion of at least three credits in foundation subject area courses in a Language Other Than English; or
4. Demonstrated proficiency in one or more Languages Other Than English through one of the following methods:

1. Score 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement exam for a Language Other Than English; or
2. Score 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate exam for a higher level Language Other Than English course; or
3. Performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a Language Other Than English of at least Intermediate High.
4. In addition to meeting the requirements of the above subsection, to earn a performance acknowledgment in bilingualism and biliteracy, an English learner must also have:

1. Participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or ESL program; and
2. Scored at the Advanced High level on the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS).

3. Advanced Placement test or International Baccalaureate examination by earning:

1. A score of four or five on a College Board Advanced Placement examination; or
2. A score of five or above on an International Baccalaureate examination for a higher level course.

4. PSAT, the ACT Aspire, the SAT, or the ACT by:

1. earning a score on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) that qualifies the student for recognition as a commended scholar or higher by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation, as part of the National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) of the College Board or as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation;
2. achieving the ACT readiness benchmark score on at least three of the five subject tests on the ACT AspireTM examination;
3. earning a total score of at least 1310 on the SAT; or
4. earning a composite score on the ACT examination of 28 (excluding the writing subscore).

5. Earning a state, nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license with:

1. Performance on an examination sufficient to obtain a state, nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification.
2. Performance on an examination sufficient to obtain a government-required credential to practice a profession.

Graduation Options for Students with Disabilities
Receiving Special Education Services

**See revised 89.1070(c) and (d) for specific requirements to earn an endorsement if modifications are needed to access the curriculum

Methods of Earning Credits

Students can earn a half credit for each semester course and a whole credit for a year-long course.  Students traditionally earn 7 credits a year when they pass all of their courses and are not denied credit for excessive absences.  Students should talk to their counselor to plan their credits. The following are ways a student can earn credits:

• Course is taken as a part of the student’s high school schedule.
• Dual Credit college course- approved by BISD taken for high school credit and college credit.  Must be one of the approved courses listed on the dual credit list.
• Credit-by–Exam (CBE) is an approved exam through Texas Tech University distance learning or the University of Texas’ distance learning.   Students may use CBE to demonstrate mastery in secondary subject areas with the prior approval of the appropriate administrator. Students should contact their school guidance counselor in order to register.   A $10.00 deposit for each exam will be required. Students testing with PRIOR INSTRUCTION will not be eligible to receive a refund and will be required to score 70 or above on a scale of 100.  Students testing with NO PRIOR INSTRUCTION will be eligible for a refund and will be required to score 80 or above on a scale of 100.  In the event a student does not pass the exam and needs to retest, there will be an additional non-refundable fee of $10.00 for retesting.  
• Correspondence course- an approved course through Texas Tech University distance learning and the University of Texas distance learning.*
• Online courses- approved course through Texas Virtual School Network and Edgenuity, a Bastrop ISD-provided online credit acquisition platform.*
• Approved University-Based Distance Learning Program The Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) is a web-based supplemental program offering electronic courses. The instruction and content of these electronic courses are delivered over the Internet.  TxVSN high school courses are aligned with the TEKS and led by online instructors with Texas certification in the course subject area and grade level. The combination of subject area knowledge with training in the unique methods for delivering online instruction provides Texas students with a quality interactive learning experience. The cost of each course per semester typically range from $200.00 to $400.00, but could be more or less than those amounts, it all depends on the class and the institution that is providing the course.  Interested students can access the TxVSN course catalog at https://catalog.mytxvsn.org/ and speak to their counselor.*
• Middle school courses taken for high school credit prior to enrolling in high school.  

Students and parents assume the cost of taking courses outside of their regular high school schedule.  Students and parents assume the responsibility for registering for, and completing courses attempted.  Students must talk to their counselor for information regarding alternate methods of acquiring credits before signing up for any course.

*Unless otherwise approved by a counselor and campus administration, correspondence courses, online courses, and approved University-Based Distance Learning programs must be completed outside of the normal school day.

Students Receiving Special Programs and English Language Support Services

Individual Accommodation Plans (IAP) for Students in 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act prohibits discrimination and assures that students with disabilities have educational opportunities and benefits equal to those provided to nondisabled students.  Eligible students have a record of, or are regarded as having a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities including functions such as​:​ learning, self-care, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, working, eating, sleeping, standing, lifting, bending, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating and performing manual tasks.

In order to receive services, even if the students have physical or mental impairment, there must be substantial limitation on a major life activity; i.e. a serious problem requiring accommodations within the school.  If a student has or is suspected of having a disability or requires ​accommodations and/or services through Section 504, parents, teachers, administrators or any other district employee should contact the building administrator or counselor for information concerning available programs, assessments, and services.

Students served through Section 504 receive credit through the accommodations set forth in their Individual Accommodation Plan.

Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for Students in Special Education

Bastrop ISD has the responsibility to provide Special​ ​Education and related services to students who are found eligible for services under IDEA and TEA eligibility guidelines. Eligible students are required to be served​ in the least restrictive environment ​and be afforded the opportunity to participate in educational programs and activities afforded to all students in BISD.  Should a parent, teacher, administrator or district employee suspect a student has a disability, they should contact the building administrator or counselor for information concerning available programs, assessments, and services.

Special Education Services are provided in accordance with each student’s  Individualized Education Plan.  Bastrop ISD offers a full continuum of services and placements including but not limited to: Mainstream with accommodations, Co-Teaching, Resources, and Life Skills.  Students earn credit  through the accommodations, modified curriculum and/or alternate curriculum approved by each student’s Admission, Review and Dismissal committee.

English Learner

Students who have been identified as English Learners (ELs) are entitled to receive language arts instruction from an ESL trained teacher.  These teachers will present the curriculum in such a way to help ELs acquire the English language in a comprehensible and meaningful manner.  Students who have been in U.S. schools for 0-2 years, are at the beginning or intermediate levels of English proficiency, and who require intensive English instruction are offered ELDA (English Language Development and Acquisition) I and ELDA II.  These classes are taught by an ESL certified teacher.  

BISD High School ESL Courses

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Curriculum

Many college sports are regulated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), an organization that has established rules on eligibility, recruiting and financial aid. If students are applying to college and plan to participate in Division I or Division II sports, they must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse will analyze academic information and determine if students meet the NCAA’s initial-eligibility requirements.

Specific academic and college entrance exam requirements for Division I and Division II sports can be found on the NCAA website at www.eligibilitycenter.org. When taking SAT/ACT, students should list the NCAA Clearinghouse site (9999) on the score reporting section of the registration form. Fee waivers are available; see your counselor for details.

Students wanting to participate in Division I or Division II sports should start the certification process at the website as early as spring of sophomore year.  Prospective NCAA student athletes should check with their assigned coach and counselor in the first semester of their 9th grade year in order to make a plan to meet the NCAA Clearinghouse Core Course Requirements before graduating high school. The NCAA Clearinghouse may not accept some third and fourth year science and math courses. The Eligibility Standards for Division I and II collegiate athletics should be reviewed by parents and students to obtain a clear understanding of the requirements necessary to be eligible for NCAA athletic competition, scholarships, and recruitment. A free copy of The Guide for the College Bound Student-Athlete is available by calling 1-800-638-3731 or by visiting the website at www.eligibilitycenter.org for more information.

Advanced Academics

Pre-Advancement Placement courses have specific curriculum goals and objectives designed to prepare all students who take the class for the rigors of the Advanced Placement course.  In addition to all Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, a wider range and greater depth of the subject matter is taught.  There is an emphasis on higher level and critical thinking skills.  Provisions for creative and productive thinking are included in the courses.  The Bastrop Independent School District supports an open enrollment policy for Pre-AP and AP courses.  

The Advanced Placement Program, sponsored by the College Board, offers high school students an opportunity to take college-level courses at the local high school.  Upon successful completion of an AP course, the student receives high school credit; and if the student passes the AP exam, credit may be awarded upon college entrance.  Students should contact the admission department of the college of their choice to ask about specific advanced placement and credit policies.  Costs of these exams must be borne by the student. Taking the AP exam is voluntary.                                                          

Our goal is for students to be successful at the highest possible level. Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP)/Advanced Placement (AP) classes within Bastrop ISD stimulate and challenge students to perform at an advanced academic level. We are pleased that you are accepting the challenge of Pre-AP/AP work.  Pre-AP classes are designed to prepare highly motivated students for the rigorous and fast-paced AP classes offered from the ninth to twelfth grade.

Pre-AP classes:

1. Give students the opportunity to practice (at the appropriate level) skills that will enable them to be successful in AP classes, and
2. Allow students to experience the expectations and activities by the AP program.

College Board Advanced Placement classes:

1. Provide students the opportunity to take college level classes, and upon successfully passing the national College Board Advanced Placement exams with a score of a 3 or better, earn college credit while still in high school.
2. Teach skills that can lead to success in college.

Parental support plays a key role in the success of Pre-AP/AP students. Therefore, please read and discuss the following points:

1. Pre-AP/AP students will read and prepare outside the classroom to participate effectively in classroom discussions and activities.
2. Successful completion of each Pre-AP/AP course requires more individual study time per week than the regular class.
3. Tutoring will be available for all students.
4. Retesting and late work policy:

1. The late work policy can be found in the course syllabus. Further clarification of the late work policy will be given by individual teachers. Students and teachers should discuss any extenuating circumstances that may allow for extensions.
2. The policy for makeup work after an excused absence is outlined in the Bastrop ISD Student/Parent Handbook.
3. Retesting will be offered according to the policy as stated in the syllabus under “Late Work” Section.

5. Students may exit a PreAP/AP course at the end of the 3rd week, 6th week or at the end of the first semester.  
6. If the student does not exit within the appropriate window, then they will be expected to remain in the course until it is completed.  Before exiting, parent contact must be established.  
7. In addition to the above guidelines, each academic class may have requirements that are specific to a particular teacher.

Academic Considerations

Pre‐AP and AP curricula are written above the grade level of a traditional class.  Students should be independent learners as instruction is fast paced, in‐depth, complex, and abstract and that much of the work is done outside of class.  BISD maintains/operates an open Pre-AP/AP program, but the following student attributes should be considered.  

Performance Considerations 

Students taking Advanced Placement (AP) or Pre‐Advanced Placement (Pre‐AP) courses should be independent learners who demonstrate:

Motivation:   Some students take Pre‐AP/AP classes because it is the best preparation for college, the workforce, and life after high school. Others take AP classes for possible college credit, preparation for college, for higher grade points, or purely for the love of learning. Whatever the reason, students should apply their best effort.

Time Management and Organization:   Students in Pre‐AP/AP classes should begin assignments when they are assigned, use planners and schedules to help plan multiple projects, and develop the self‐discipline to make academic achievement a priority.

Positive Attitude:  Pre‐AP/AP courses demand more attention, work, and effort than a regular class. Students should persevere, and when faced with challenges, take the necessary steps to succeed in the class (tutorials, study groups, etc.). Students who can adjust to the rigor while in high school find greater success in college.   

Strong Work Ethic:   Students should be committed in their goal to be successful in Pre‐AP/AP and demonstrate that commitment by good attendance, punctuality, and by showing respect for themselves and others. Students should expect to do a considerable amount of study and preparation outside of class, and to complete all assignments on time.

Other Considerations

Each student is unique in personality, goals, and their life situation; therefore, decisions regarding a student’s participation in advanced courses should be made on an individual basis. Some things to consider are:   

Concurrent Enrollment in Pre‐AP/AP courses:   Consideration should be given to other commitments. Some students successfully manage multiple AP classes, jobs, and extracurricular activities; while others become overwhelmed by the demands of a rigorous schedule. Students should discuss their goals and commitments with parents and counselors and strive to maintain balance between academic pursuits and a healthy lifestyle.   

Intellectual and Emotional Maturity:    Pre‐AP/AP courses are above grade level and students may be expected to read or discuss topics that are not usually expected for that chronological age.    Most AP courses are designed for 11th and 12th grade students.

State Testing:  Students taking AP courses are still required to take and pass all required state testing as mandated by their graduation plan. Students in AP courses that take the place of a STAAR EOC tested core course must meet the performance standards on the STAAR EOC test.  

Advanced Placement Exams:   Students may take College Board Exams for possible college credit and/or placement. The campus counseling centers have additional information or you can visit the College Board website at bit.ly/APCentral

• Please note that students in AP US History must meet the performance standards on the STAAR United States History end-of-course exam.

Gifted and Talented Students

Gifted and talented students are served through the Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement classes, academic competitions, the Distinguished Level of Achievement, dual credit, co-enrollment, and opportunities for acceleration.

Section 504 and IEP Accommodations:

Students with disabilities are afforded the same opportunity to participate in Advanced courses as students without disabilities. Students served through Section 504 and Special Education shall be provided the accommodations included in their IAP and/or IEP.  The following guidelines are intended to apply to eligible special education and Section 504 students who enroll in Pre‐AP or AP courses.  

1.  Special Education or Section 504 students must have equal opportunity to participate in Pre‐AP or AP courses
2. Counselors, parents, ARD Committees and Section 504 Committees should carefully consider the impact of the student’s disability on their progression in the general curriculum before determining if a Pre-AP/AP course is appropriate.   
3. The accommodations included in the student’s IAP or IEP for the Pre-AP/AP course should not substantially alter or modify the essential elements of the Pre-AP/AP coursework.
4. While ARD and Section 504 Committees may wish to consider Pre‐AP or AP courses in connection with transition plans for students who will be attending college, ARD Committees and Section 504 Committees are not required to place students in Pre‐AP or AP classes.
5. Campus procedures for addressing failure or lack of progress should be applied to all students, including students with disabilities.  Consideration of continuation or removal from Pre-Ap/AP courses should include the student’s need for accommodations and fidelity of implementation of the accommodations in the student’s IEP or IAP.
6. All students interested in college credit for Advanced Placement courses should contact the college or university of their choice to obtain policies and standards regarding Advanced Placement credit, including Special Ed/Section 504 accommodations.

*This information is accurate as of the printing of this document.  For the most current information visit the TEA website.   http://www.tea.state.tx.us/

Dual Credit

The Dual Credit Program allows students to earn credit for high school while also earning college credit at Austin Community College (ACC). Dual Credit students are assessed regular tuition and fees for additional classes that exceed 12 classes covered by the tuition waiver. Dual Credit tuition and fee waivers do not cover textbook and material fees, which must be purchased by the student. Students may register for pre-approved college courses taught at the high school, at an ACC campus, or online. Each student must meet ACC admission requirements in order to register for classes.

To enroll in concurrent or dual credit classes a student must do the following:

• Meet all admission criteria for the college, including being exempt from taking and/or passing the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment. The following are the TSI passing scores through August 20, 2020*:

• Reading = 351
• Writing = 5 on essay OR 340 with a  4 on essay
• Math = 350 

• Student SAT, ACT, or STAAR scores may exempt a student from the TSI.

• SAT: a minimum score of 530 on the Mathematics test for a TSI exemption in math (no combined score required); a minimum score of 480 on the Evidenced Based Reading & Writing (EBRW) for a TSI exemption in both reading and writing (no combined score required)
• ACT:  Math and/or English 19 with composite score of 23
• STAAR:  English III: 4000 or Algebra II: 4000

• Follow the process for enrolling in college classes.  This process includes meeting with the high school counselor, completing and submitting the college application, obtaining parental approval and meeting with a college advisor to submit required paperwork.
• Register for the specific course/location student plans to attend.
• Purchase required textbooks and materials.
• Attend classes on the high school campus, college campus or by distance learning.
• Submit an official college grade report or college transcript to the high school registrar upon course completion.

*The Texas Success Initiative version 2.0 will come out in January 2021, which could change the passing score required to be TSI ready. This document will be updated with the new scores required once they have been released.

The student is responsible for textbook costs and other associated fees when taking courses from ACC.  All dual credit course grades will be recorded numerically and used in averaging the high school GPA.  To receive high school credit for an ACC dual credit course, a student must earn a grade that computes to a ‘D’ or better.  If only one of two college courses listed together (ie. ENGL 1301 and 1302) is completed; the semester grade will not be averaged with the high school course to regain credit if needed.

Students taking Dual Credit courses are still required to take and pass all required state testing as mandated by their graduation plan. For those Dual Credit courses that take the place of a STAAR EOC tested core course, students must meet performance standards on the STAAR EOC test and the final course grade will comply with STAAR EOC requirements for the substituted core subject course.  

Go to the College and Career Center to register for the TSI assessment. 

ACC Drop Policy

Students enrolled in ACC classes will be exposed to college-level curricula that provide opportunities for collaboration, self-direction and academic rigor.  Students are encouraged to maintain enrollment throughout the semester.   If students consider dropping a class, they must meet with their counselor to discuss impact on scheduling, GPA and transcripts.

If the decision is made to drop the course, the following procedures will be followed:

• Student may request to drop during the ACC drop/add window and be scheduled into a regular or AP class.  
• Beyond the ACC drop/add window, students may be placed into a regular class if they request to drop no later than the midpoint of the 2nd grading period. Going into an AP class at this time is not an option.  Students will transfer into the course with a 65.  
• Students who earn a D or an F in the fall semester of an ACC course are not eligible to enroll in the corresponding AP course for the spring semester.
• Students who request to drop after the midpoint of the semester will be placed in an equivalent high school course. 
• Students who wish to drop one ACC course may stay in other ACC course(s) ONLY if their schedule allows for the flexibility.
• Depending on the impact on scheduling, students may also be assigned to a Study Hall and will be required to adhere to campus attendance policies.

ACC distributes letter grades.  High schools convert the letter grades based on the scale below:

Dual Credit Crosswalk Table (ACC)

Degree Options

Associate of Arts in General Studies (ACC Information Link)

Associate of Arts in Teaching (ACC Information Link)

Associate of Science in General Studies - Pre-Health Science (ACC Information Link)

Associate of Science in General Studies - Science (ACC Information Link)

Weighted Grades for Determining GPA

The following table represents BISD’s current weighted grades.  A grading index factor of 1.15 or 1.17 is applied to the original semester grade (refer to the table of weighted grades), as per BISD District policy EIC local based on the student’s graduation year. Only semester grades are weighted.  Our school district has adopted the following procedure since the State Board of Education has mandated that grades in excess of 100 cannot be reported. Grades earned in Pre-AP, AP, and Dual Credit at either ACC, weighted dual credit courses will be reported on report cards to parents without the weighted factor added. However, separate records that reflect the factored semester grade will be maintained by the registrar for class rank, grade point average, and for all other programs using GPA (i.e. National Honor Society).

Weighted Grades for Graduating Class of 2021 and beyond

Pass/Fail Courses

A high school student may choose to take a course on a pass/fail (P/F) basis, if the course is beyond state and district graduation requirements in that subject area and won't be used to satisfy the elective credit requirement for the graduation plan the student has declared. The request must be filed and approved prior to the 10th day of the first semester of the course. The request may not be revoked at any time. Students enrolled in a pass/fail course must still meet UIL eligibility requirements. Numerical grades shall be issued each six weeks for UIL purposes. The numerical grade shall not be figured into GPA calculations for class rank purposes.

Courses which do not count in computed GPA (grade point average)

Athletics                                Credit By Exam                                 Local Credit Courses

Cheerleading                                Credit Recovery                                Off Campus PE

Pass/Fail                                Independent Study                        PALS

Leadership (StuCo)                        Driver’s Ed.                                Physical Education

Fine Arts (Off Campus)                        Courses taken prior to 9th grade         

Fine Arts (On and Off Campus for Graduating Class of 2024 and beyond)

Non-accredited distance learning courses

Off-Campus PE Credit

The OCPE Program allows students in grades 7 through 12 to earn credits that meet the district and state physical education requirements. Students will be expected to be physically educated, along with being physically active. They will be expected to show accountability of skill development, learn physical activity and health concepts and social development through participation in their selected physical activity, and complete assignments that are based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Physical Education.  Contact the BISD Athletic Director.

Class Rank

Class rank indicates how a student's grades compare with those of other students in his/her class. Semester averages (not full-year averages) beginning with the ninth grade are used to compute class rank. All numeric scores for college classes, distance learning, and correspondence courses will be recorded and used to calculate the GPA (grade point average).

Students will have a class rank based on a comparison with his/her classmates. Estimated class rank is determined for students at mid-term, and again in the summer immediately following the spring semester. Class rank for seniors is determined in January of their senior year. Another ranking shall be performed at the end of the 5th six weeks of the senior year to identify honor graduates for senior awards ceremonies and commencement exercises. The 5th six weeks ranking shall not include college courses for which the student is currently enrolled. A final calculation of GPA and class rank is determined at the completion of the senior year and after commencement exercises (including all grades earned in grades 9-12) and will be reflected on the final transcript.

As per BISD board policy, EIC Local: Grade point average (GPA) for class rank purposes shall be calculated using all credits earned in grades 9–12.  All course credits, including, but not limited to, transfer, correspondence, state accredited distance learning, and dual/concurrent, shall receive a numerical value for calculation purposes except for courses that do not count in computed GPA (listed above).  GPA for class rank shall be calculated according to this Course Selection Guide in effect for the customary four-year graduating class.  The top ten percent of the graduating class shall be identified strictly on the basis of GPA.  

The honor of Valedictorian will be awarded to the graduate with the highest GPA. The honor of Salutatorian will be awarded to the graduate with the second highest GPA.  Please see policy EIC Local for additional information.

Advanced Classes for No Pass No Play 2020-2021

The following advanced courses are eligible for exemption for extracurricular activity participation, please see policy FM local if you need additional information:  

• All College Board Advanced Placement Courses in all disciplines.  
• All Dual Credit Courses
• Pre-AP Courses in English, LOTE, Math, Science, and Social Studies only.

Regulations which relate to UIL and all other extracurricular activities sponsored or sanctioned by the school district are located at www.uiltexas.org.

Students who need to exempt a class grade should visit
their extra-curricular sponsor for more information.

Notification of Eligibility for Automatic College Admission for Students Eligible to Enter College in 2021

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC), §51.803, a student is eligible for automatic admission to a college or university as an undergraduate student if the applicant earned a grade point average in the top 10 percent of the student's high school graduating class, or the top 6 percent of eligible summer/fall 2021 and spring 2022 freshman applicants for admission to the University of Texas at Austin, and the applicant:

1. successfully completed the requirements for the Recommended High School Program (RHSP) or the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP);
2. earned the distinguished level of achievement under the Foundation High School Program; or
3. satisfied ACT's College Readiness Benchmarks on the ACT assessment or earned on the SAT assessment a score of at least 1,500 out of 2,400 or the equivalent.

In accordance with Title 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), §5.5(e), high school rank for students seeking automatic admission to a general academic teaching institution on the basis of class rank is determined and reported as follows.

1. Class rank shall be based on the end of the 11th grade, middle of the 12th grade, or at high school graduation, whichever is most recent at the application deadline.
2. The top 10 percent of a high school class shall not contain more than 10 percent of the total class size.
3. The student's rank shall be reported by the applicant's high school or school district as a specific number out of a specific number total class size.
4. Class rank shall be determined by the school or school district from which the student graduated or is expected to graduate.

For more information go to:

http://bit.ly/TECTop10Percent

Bastrop ISD Early Graduation

A student may choose to graduate from high school in fewer than four years.  To pursue early graduation, a student must meet with their counselor to discuss further and to complete the proper paper requirements. It is required to meet a College, Career, and Military Readiness indicator.

Bastrop Independent School District

Course Descriptions

Course offerings may vary based on enrollment.

Campus Key: Bastrop (BHS), Cedar Creek (CCHS), Austin Community College (ACC)

🏈 - PE Credit           - Dual Credit via ACC           - Mathematics             - Science                - Fine Arts

HONORS ENGLISH I                                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.                                                                                                       

This course is designed to challenge very capable students. Students will study vocabulary and grammar and read literature extensively. Several compositions will be required related to the literature. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average. Summer project is required; please see district/school website for further details. Students will be required to take the STAAR English I End-of- Course assessment for this course.

Course ID: 03220100                                                                                                 

HONORS ENGLISH II                                                                                         Credit: 1

Prerequisites: English I.

Very capable students continue to develop skills in writing through the study of grammar as well as the writing of increasingly complex multi-paragraph essays. Vocabulary is expanded with emphasis on refinement of test-taking strategies for college entrance exams. Furthermore, literary studies reflect greater quantity, depth of understanding, and evaluation of short stories, novels, plays, and poetry. Students in this class are responsible for independent studies outside of class well in excess of expectations of students in English II classes. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average. Summer project is required; please see district/school website for further details. Students will be required to take the STAAR English II End-of-Course assessment for this course.

Course ID: 03220200                                                                                                 

Prerequisites: English II. TSI Ready English.

Students may earn dual credit by taking Composition and Rhetoric I (English 1301) and Composition and Rhetoric II (English 1302). In English 1301 students are introduced to the rhetorical and mechanical skills necessary to develop confident, informed voices. Students will learn about the writing process through critical reading of non-fiction and fiction prose, revision, editing, and collaboration. The class focuses on the strategies and conventions of academic writing, especially exposition and argumentation. English 1302 includes study and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive writing. There is an emphasis on interaction with literary texts, effective and ethical inquiry, critical reading, systematic evaluation, documentation of information sources, and critical thinking. This course presents a more advanced curriculum, and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 03220300                                                                                

ENGL 2322 BRITISH LITERATURE DUAL CREDIT (ENGLISH IV)                                                     Credit: 1  

Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 & ENGL 1302. TSI Ready English.

Students may earn dual credit by taking British Literature (2322). Students will study a variety of literary and expository works with emphasis on major works of British and world literature. Students will apply the writing process to produce essays for a variety of purposes. The course includes instruction in the research process to support students in producing a formal research paper. This course can count as a fourth English if the student has met standards on both the English I and English II EOCs. This course is a semester course.

Course ID: 03220400                                                                                

PRACTICAL WRITING SKILLS                                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Counselor Approval.

The study of writing allows high school students to earn one credit while developing skills necessary for practical writing. This course emphasizes skill in the use of conventions and mechanics of written English, the appropriate and effective application of English grammar, the reading comprehension of informational text, and the effective use of vocabulary. Students are expected to understand the recursive nature of reading and writing. Evaluation of students' own writing as well as the writing of others ensures that students completing this course are able to analyze and evaluate their writing.

Course ID: 03221300                                                                                

PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS (SPCH 1315) DUAL CREDIT                                                     Credit: .5

Prerequisites: None. TSI Ready English.

Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research.

Course ID: 13009900                                                                                

HONORS ALGEBRA I                                                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

In Algebra I, students will build on the knowledge and skills from mathematics in Grades 6-8, which provide a foundation in linear relationships, number and operations, and proportionality. Students will study linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their related transformations, equations, and associated solutions. Students will connect functions and their associated solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Students will use technology to collect and explore data and analyze statistical relationships. In addition, students will study polynomials of degree one and two, radical expressions, sequences, and laws of exponents. Students will generate and solve linear systems with two equations and two variables and will create new functions through transformations.

Course ID: 03100507                                                                                

HONORS ALGEBRA II                                                                                                            Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Algebra I. Recommended after Geometry Pre-AP.

In Algebra II, students will build on the knowledge and skills for mathematics in Kindergarten-Grade 8 and Algebra I. Students will broaden their knowledge of quadratic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations. Students will study logarithmic, square root, cubic, cube root, absolute value, rational functions, and their related equations. Students will connect functions to their inverses and associated equations and solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. In addition, students will extend their knowledge of data analysis and numeric and algebraic methods. This course is an accelerated course that requires to think at a higher level. SAT and ACT assessment objectives will be reviewed. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average. This course may count as a third or fourth math credit under the Foundation Graduation Plan (HB5).

Course ID: 03100600                                                                                  

HONORS GEOMETRY                                                                                                Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Algebra I

In Geometry, students will build on the knowledge and skills for mathematics in Kindergarten-Grade 8 and Algebra I to strengthen their mathematical reasoning skills in geometric contexts. Within the course, students will begin to focus on more precise terminology, symbolic representations, and the development of proofs. Students will explore concepts covering coordinate and transformational geometry; logical argument and constructions; proof and congruence; similarity, proof, and trigonometry; two- and three-dimensional figures; circles; and probability. Students will connect previous knowledge from Algebra I to Geometry through the coordinate and transformational geometry strand. In the logical arguments and constructions strand, students are expected to create formal constructions using a straightedge and compass. Though this course is primarily Euclidean geometry, students should complete the course with an understanding that non-Euclidean geometries exist. In proof and congruence, students will use deductive reasoning to justify, prove and apply theorems about geometric figures. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 03100700                                                                                

HONORS PRECALCULUS                                                                                         Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry or Geometry Pre-AP, and Algebra II or Algebra II Pre-AP.

Precalculus Pre-AP is the preparation for calculus. The course approaches topics from a function point of view, where appropriate, and is designed to strengthen and enhance conceptual understanding and mathematical reasoning used when modeling and solving mathematical and real-world problems. Students systematically work with functions and their multiple representations. The study of Precalculus deepens students' mathematical understanding and fluency with algebra and trigonometry and extends their ability to make connections and apply concepts and procedures at higher levels. Students investigate and explore mathematical ideas, develop multiple strategies for analyzing complex situations, and use technology to build understanding, make connections between representations, and provide support in solving problems. Graphing calculators (TI-83, TI-84 or comparable models) are recommended and used throughout the year. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 03101100                                                                                 

BIOLOGY (BIOL 1406/1408) DUAL CREDIT                                                                          Credit: 1

Prerequisites: TSI Ready English and Math.

Students will examine the same student expectations (TEKS) as in Biology, but with a greater emphasis on depth, complexity, and analysis. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 3020000                                                                                

HONORS BIOLOGY                                                                                                Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

Students will examine the same student expectations (TEKS) as in Biology, but with a greater emphasis on depth, complexity, and analysis. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 03010200                                                                                

HONORS CHEMISTRY                                                                                                Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Biology and Algebra I.

This course focuses on atomic and electronic structure, stoichiometry, gas laws, bonding and molecular structure, solution chemistry, acid- base theory, and qualitative analysis. The pace of this course requires self direction and a significant amount of work to be done at home to support the rigorous laboratory investigations and math intensive problem based learning in this lecture/demonstration course. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: 03040000                                                                                

HONORS PHYSICS I                                                                                                                             Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and must have completed or be currently enrolled in Algebra II.

This full year course is equivalent to a first semester college course in algebra based physics. This course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Additional time/class period is required for a lab component. Students are expected to take the College Board AP Examination for AP Physics 1. Individual colleges and universities determine credit on AP exam scores. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: A3050001                                                                                

HUMAN GEOGRAPHY ADVANCED PLACEMENT                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

The purpose of the AP course in Human Geography is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to analyze human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: A3360100                                                                                

PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS DUAL CREDIT  (ECON 2301)                                                Credit: .5

Prerequisites: U.S. History and TSI Ready Math.

Principles of Macroeconomics is a college-level course that focuses on an economic system as a whole, placing particular emphasis on national income, price-level determination, performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth and international economics. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: A3310200                                                                                

PSYCHOLOGY DUAL CREDIT (PSYC 2301)                                                                                             Credit: .5

Prerequisites: TSI Ready English.

Students will study individuals, their mental growth and development, their motivations and emotions, and some psychological disorders. Class will include case studies and demonstrations. Many activities will be done in small cooperative groups.

Course ID: 03350100                                                                                        

SOCIOLOGY DUAL CREDIT (SOCI 1301)                                                                           Credit: .5

Prerequisites: Recommended for Grades 10-12.

Introduction to theoretical perspectives and research pertaining to society and to the relationship between society and the individual. Covers the basic elements of society, such as culture, social structure, social groups, social class, race, gender, social institutions, social processes, and social change. 

Course ID: 03370100                                                                                       

TEXAS GOVERNMENT DUAL CREDIT - SPECIAL TOPICS IN SOCIAL STUDIES II (GOVT 2306)                    Credit: .5        Prerequisites: TSI Ready English.

In Special Topics in Social Studies, an elective course, students are provided the opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the historic, political, economic, geographic, multicultural, and social forces that have shaped their lives and the world in which they live. Students will use social science knowledge and skills to engage in rational and logical analysis of complex problems using a variety of approaches, while recognizing and appreciating diverse human perspectives.

Course ID: 03380022                                                                                          

UNITED STATES HISTORY TO RECONSTRUCTION, DUAL CREDIT (HIST 1301)                                                         Credit: .5

Prerequisites: World History or AP World History. TSI Ready English.

A study of the history of the United States to 1877.

Course ID: 03380002                                                                                

UNITED STATES HISTORY SINCE RECONSTRUCTION DUAL CREDIT (HIST 1302)                                    Credit: 1

Prerequisites: World History or AP World History. TSI Ready English.

A study of the history of the United States from 1877 to present.

Course ID: 03340100                                                                                   

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT DUAL CREDIT (GOVT 2305)                                                             Credit: .5

Prerequisites: U.S. History. TSI Ready English.

This semester course includes a study of the Texas and U.S. Constitutions. It provides students with an opportunity to explore political theories, leadership, decision making, political institutions, nature of laws, and the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship. Interpretation of current events is emphasized. Students are taught to process information using higher level thinking skills. Students will be encouraged to put their talents to work solving real world problems.

Course ID: 03330100                                                                                

HONORS WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES                                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

This course is designed to study the interaction of people and their physical environments in the major areas of the world. Content introduces the student to the five modern geographic themes and the unique vocabulary, tools, and methodologies of geographers. Students will study the physical, cultural, political, and economic activities of major world regions.

Course ID: 03320100                                                                                

WORLD HISTORY: MODERN ADVANCED PLACEMENT                                                                Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

The purpose of the AP World History course is to develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. This course includes independent reading, writing, and research components that will exceed those presented in an on-level course and a weighted grade will be applied to the semester average.

Course ID: A3370100                                                                                

HONORS WORLD HISTORY STUDIES                                                                                        Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

This course includes studies of the history and development of world cultures, past and present. The student will compare and analyze various ways of life and cultural patterns, contrast the diversity and commonality of human experiences and learn how these patterns occurred over time. The course will also focus on the relationship between geography, history, and contemporary world development.

Course ID: 03340400                                                                                

THEATER ARTS 1 DUAL CREDIT (DRAM 1301)                                                                      Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

This course offers students a broad overview of the theater arts. Focusing on the development of the student as an actor and artist, the course addresses mime, pantomime, improvisation, theater history, dramatic structure, playwriting, design and technical theater.

Course ID: 03250100

ART I VISUAL ARTS DUAL CREDIT (ARTS 1301)                                                                     Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None. TSI Ready English.

Art I is a full year fundamentals course for any student who has not had art at the high school level. It covers basic theory with emphasis on the elements and principles of art. Art appreciation, criticism, and aesthetics are included, but the emphasis is on art production. Beginning drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture techniques are introduced using a variety of media.

Course ID: 03500100                                                                              

SPANISH I DUAL CREDIT (SPAN 1411)                                                                                      Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

This course introduces the study of the Spanish language and culture through conversation, grammar, speaking, reading, and writing. Through the cultural sections in the text, as well as supplementary materials, students acquire some insight into and appreciation of many aspects of Hispanic life and culture.

Course ID: 03440100                                                                                

SPANISH II DUAL CREDIT (SPAN 1412)                                                                        Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Spanish I.

This course strengthens conversation and communication skills. Students produce conversations and short narratives and learn to read silently with comprehension and without translation material. Stress is placed on the accurate writing of grammatical structures, syntax, and familiar lexical items used in the reading strand of the program. Through identification of the principle heroes, leaders, and traditions of the Hispanic world, students continue their study of Hispanic culture.

Course ID: 03440200                                                                                

INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES                                                                                               Credit: 2

Prerequisites: None. Grade 11-12. Recommended Prerequisite: One course from the Education and Training program of study.

Instructional Practices is a field-based practicum internship that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

Course ID: 13014400                                         Dual Credit Course: EDUC 1301 Introduction to the Teaching Profession

PRACTICUM IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING         Credit: 2

Prerequisites: Instructional Practices. Grade 12. Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Education & Training

Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-,middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

Course ID: 13014500                                                                                     Dual Credit Course: EDUC 2301 Introduction to Special Populations

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