Scott County High School 

Course Guide for 2023-2024

Elkhorn Crossing School

Scott County Schools

2168 Frankfort Pike

Georgetown, KY  40324

502-863-3663

Mr. Billy Parker, Superintendent

Ms. Stephanie Emmons, Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning

Ms. Debra Reed, Director of Secondary Schools

“Equal Education and Employment Opportunity”

Scott County Schools District Vision Statement

All Scott County students achieve their highest level of academic success and personal growth by learning core content through engaging work in a secure and inviting environment.

Scott County Schools District Belief Statements

The district takes the responsibility for providing engaging and meaningful learning opportunities.  Student learning is the focus when making decisions.  Achievement improves when students are engaged in their work and choose to share in the responsibility for learning.  Schools supported by the community are safe and inviting places enabling students to learn at higher levels.  

Scott County High School

1080 Cardinal Dr.

Georgetown, KY  40324

502-863-4131

Mrs. Elizabeth P. Gabehart, Principal

Ms. Renea Kennedy, Assistant Principal

Mr. Steve Helton, Assistant Principal

Mr. Artrylle Trent, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Meredith Schwindel, Counselor

Mrs. Katelyn Flynn, Counselor

Mrs. Janet Fox, Counselor

Elkhorn Crossing School

2001 Frankfort Rd.

Georgetown, KY  40324

502-570-4920

Mr. John Noll, Principal

Mrs. Maria Lyons, Counselor

THIS INFORMATION ISED ON THE BACK OF EACH SCHEDULE REQUEST F

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SCHS Schedule Structure/Sample Schedules for 2023-24

Scheduling Instructions

Grading Scale

Grades and Reporting Periods

Credits Needed for Grade Placement in 2023-24

Pre-College Curriculum at Scott County High School

Graduation Honors

Kentucky Education Excellence Scholarship (KEES)

NCAA Eligibility

SCHS Athletic Eligibility Requirements

Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

SCHS Minimum Graduation Requirements

Postsecondary Ready Status

Full Time Student Requirements

SCHS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Family and Consumer Sciences

Business and Marketing

Agriculture

Law Enforcement Services Career Pathway

Information Technology Career Pathway

Teaching and Learning Career Pathway

Building Construction Technology

Industrial Maintenance Technology

ARMY JROTC

J.A.G

ENGLISH

MATHEMATICS

SCIENCE

SOCIAL STUDIES

Health and Physical Education

ARTS AND MUSIC

Visual and Performing Arts

Dramatic Arts

Fine Arts

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

BAND

World Languages

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Elkhorn Crossing School

FAYETTE COUNTY TECHNICAL CENTERS

OFF-CAMPUS DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES (COLLEGE CREDIT)

SCHS Schedule Structure/Sample Schedules for 2023-24

Starting in 2023-24, Scott County High School will be following a modified block schedule for all classes held in the building.  SCHS’s schedule will have 4 classes meeting on RED days and then 4 more classes meeting on BLUE days for a total of 8 possible credits earned. On Fridays ALL classes will meet during the school day as well as include a 45 minute advisory session.

Students enrolling in ECS will attend either during the AM or the PM session.  ECS students will have the ability to earn three, four, or even more credits during their time at ECS depending upon whether early morning and dual credit options are pursued.

The purpose of this schedule is to allow more students to participate in a greater variety. Even ECS students earning the minimum of 3 credits will still have one more opportunity for courses within the building.  This means improved preparation for college, more opportunities to explore career options and increased availability for enrichment and the performing arts.

23-24 Block Schedule Structure:

Sample Schedule for a 9th Grader:

Sample Schedule for ECS student:

Sample Schedule for Senior in Work Experience Learning or Co-op:

Scheduling Instructions

1. Descriptions for all courses may be found in the online Course Guide which can be viewed at www.scott.kyschools.us (go to one of the secondary schools, then click on 2023-2024 Course Guide).   Specific academic requirements are listed on pages 4-5 of the Course Guide.
2. Students must complete the appropriate grade level form and request enough courses to fill 8 periods.  If you do not register for a full schedule of classes (8 periods), or if you do not provide alternatives to select from, your schedule will be filled with the courses that are available. You will not be permitted to request a schedule change.  
3. Please check the course guide for specific course requirements and/or prerequisite courses.  
4. Once course requests have been selected and entered into the Infinite Campus scheduling portal, requests will become a commitment on the part of the student to remain in the requested courses.  While every effort will be made to accommodate the requests indicated, the following factors may affect the student’s final schedule:

• The courses listed in the course guide and on the schedule request forms represent possibilities for the 2023-2024 master schedule.  If a course listed is not requested by a sufficient number of students during registration, that course will not be included in the master schedule.  If that occurs, an alternate course will be substituted. 
• Based on staffing constraints, students may not receive all courses requested due to the large number of student requests.  In scheduling classes, priority is given to upperclassmen.  
• If a student registers for two courses that are offered in the final master schedule during the same class period, one course will be placed in the student’s final schedule and an alternate course will be selected to fill the other class period.  
• If a student requests a course for which they do not meet the prerequisite, the student’s schedule will be adjusted and an alternate course will be used to fill the class period.   
• Elective courses are rarely offered more than one or two periods per day; therefore, once the master schedule is finalized, students will be expected to remain in the elective course(s) they have requested.  

5. Schedule changes must meet SBDM guidelines to be approved.  Changes will only be considered if the student is academically misplaced, is missing a class period, has a duplicate class or previously completed a class in the schedule, lacks a required course for graduation and is scheduled to graduate at the end of 2023-2024 school year, or does not meet the prerequisite for the course.  Students may not request a change for any other reason.  Students may not request a schedule change based on teacher or class period preference.  
6. If a student fails a class and needs to repeat it, then sophomores and juniors must retake the course in summer school, take the course online during the school year, or take the course the following school year (math and/or courses with a prerequisite requirement will be the only exception to this rule).  Seniors will have the option to retake courses needed for graduation during the school day if the course will fit into the regular school day schedule and if the course has space available for the student.  Otherwise, online options may be available.   
7. Selecting ALTERNATE COURSES on the Schedule Request Form is an important, REQUIRED part of the registration process.  Please select a minimum of three alternate courses in the appropriate section of the Schedule Request Form.  Special consideration should be given to these selections because they may end up in your final schedule and schedule changes will not be permitted.  
8. Final responsibility for choosing your classes belongs to you and your parent/guardian. You must include a parent/guardian signature on your schedule card verifying they consent to your choices. Teacher initials are needed next to your selections for academic courses.
9. Counselors will meet with students through English classes on January 23-27 to walk students through the scheduling process and answer scheduling questions.  Counselors will be available in the SCHS/ECS Counseling Office from February 3-10 for individual help as needed.

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Grading Scale

100 - 90% ……………………....….A

89 - 80% …………………………...B

79 - 70% ………………………..….C

65 - 69% ……..…………………….D

 0 - 64% …………………………....F

Grades and Reporting Periods

Report cards are issued every nine weeks.  Each nine weeks grade counts as 25% of the student’s

total grade average for the academic year unless otherwise indicated in the teacher’s syllabus. Mid-term progress reports will be issued 4.5 weeks into the grading period.

Credit is awarded in a class when the final grade is equal to or higher than 64.5% - D.

Student grades are always available to view via Infinite Campus. Final grades for courses are determined by averaging the grades at the end of each nine week grading period.  Unless otherwise stated in the class syllabus, the grade received at the end of each nine weeks is 25% of the final grade received in the class.  Final grades are rounded to the nearest whole number.

Example:          1st 9 weeks            2nd 9 weeks                3rd 9 weeks        4th 9 weeks            Final Grade

Starting with the 2014-15 school year, all AP and Dual Credit courses will be weighted; therefore, an A= 5 points, B= 4 points, C= 3 points, and D= 2 points.  Non-AP/Dual Credit courses are on a regular 4.0 scale.

Credits Needed for Grade Placement in 2023-24

4.5 Credits to be classified as a sophomore

10 credits to be classified as a junior

16 credits to be classified as a senior

22 credits required to graduate

Pre-College Curriculum at Scott County High School

This curriculum has been adopted by the Kentucky Council on Higher Education, and endorsed by Kentucky’s public universities.  It consists of minimum courses necessary for graduation AND to prepare students for college and may be required by state universities before a student can enroll.

The pre-college curriculum is a clear statement of higher education’s expectations regarding the college educational preparation of students.  By Kentucky law, the council is responsible for setting the minimum requirements for admission to Kentucky’s public universities.  Students entering one of these institutions are required to have completed high school, may be required to have completed the pre-college curriculum, and may be required to have completed the ACT or SAT examination.  Bear in mind that these are the minimum standards and that each university may require additional preparation of its entering students.  Students are encouraged to begin to consider college choices early and become aware of the requirements of each being considered.

The council believes firmly that this curriculum will benefit every student whether or not the student plans to attend college.  It is important for the future of the Commonwealth that all students be encouraged to reach their full academic potential.

   *The Arts/Humanities credit may be fulfilled by one of the following options:

• 1 credit of History and Appreciation of Visual and Performing Arts or
• 1 credit of a Visual and/or Performing Arts course (Fundamentals of Art, Choir, Band, Pre AP Theatre, Piano, etc.) or
• Completing THROUGH level 3 of a foreign language (French 3, Spanish 3, or Japanese 3) or
• Dual Credit Humanities of Visual/Performing Arts course (i.e. BCTC’s HUM 120).

  **World language credits should be 2 credits of the same language as recommended by most colleges/universities (check with  

       college/university to which you are applying). NOT required for high school graduation.

Students are encouraged to go beyond these minimum requirements and should consider taking as many upper level courses as possible.    

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Graduation Honors

Honor Cords are worn around the collar during baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies.  Honor cords are awarded for having a cumulative unweighted high school GPA between 3.5 - 4.0.

Graduates will be recognized in the graduation program as Summa Cum Laude if they have maintained an unweighted GPA of 4.0 during all four years of high school

Graduates will be recognized in the graduation program as Magna Cum Laude if they have maintained an unweighted GPA of 3.8 - 3.9 during all four years of high school.

Graduates will be recognized in the graduation program as Cum Laude if they have maintained an unweighted GPA of 3.5 - 3.7 during all four years of high school.

Kentucky Education Excellence Scholarship (KEES)

Purpose

To enable high school students to earn scholarships for postsecondary study.  The program contains incentives designed to award continued achievement as students progress through high school.

Eligibility Criteria

∙        Be a Kentucky resident.

∙        Be enrolled in a Kentucky high school after July 1, 1998.

∙        Meet the curriculum requirements established by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education.

∙        Meet the minimum required GPA at the end of any academic year beginning after July 1, 1998.

∙        Not be a convicted felon.

Program Description

Effective July 1, 1998, high school students began to earn scholarship dollars (called the “base amount”) for each year in which they attained at least a 2.5 GPA.  In addition, eligible students who achieve at least a composite score of 15 on the ACT by the date of graduation from high school also receive a bonus award.  Upon graduation, the base amount that a student has earned in each eligible year of high school is added to the bonus award to determine a total KEES award.  Students will generally be eligible to receive their scholarships for a maximum of eight academic terms in an undergraduate program.

The scholarship can be used at any participating accredited public or private institution in Kentucky, including community and technical colleges.  For most programs of study, the scholarship must be used within five years of high school graduation.  To receive the full amount, students must attend full time.  Students attending at least half time, but less than full time receive a proportionate amount; however, each academic term for which a scholarship is received will count as a full academic term, even if the award amount is reduced.

Students enrolled full time will receive the maximum amount for the first two academic terms of postsecondary study.  To retain the maximum award for the second year, students must have completed their first two academic terms with a cumulative 2.5 GPA.  For subsequent award periods, students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA to retain the maximum award.

Students can check their KEES account balance at any time starting their sophomore year.  To see how much you have earned, log in to KHEAA.com and click SIGN IN.  If you have not set up an account, use the prompt to do so.  If you do not see an amount available and feel you should reach out to your counselor to verify that your social security number is showing in your IC information.  KEES money is linked to you by your social security number.

Annual KEES Awards

Listed below are the base scholarship amounts for each GPA.  Students earn an award for each year they attain a 2.5 GPA or higher.  For instance, a high school student who earns a 2.8 GPA for the freshman year, a 2.4 GPA for the sophomore year, a 3.0 GPA for the junior year, and a 3.20 GPA for the senior year will receive awards of $200, $0, $250, and $300 for a total base amount of $750.  That $750 base award will be available for each year of postsecondary study.

GPA        Amount        GPA        Amount

2.50                 $125.00        3.30                $325.00

2.60                   150.00        3.40                350.00

2.70                   175.00        3.50                375.00

2.75                   187.50        3.60                400.00

2.80                   200.00        3.70                425.00

2.90                   225.00        3.75                437.50

3.00                   250.00        3.80                450.00

3.10                   275.00        3.90                475.00

3.20                   300.00        4.00                500.00

3.25                   312.50

ACT Bonus Awards

Listed below are the base awards students may earn for an ACT score of 15 or higher.  The bonus award is added to the base amount to derive a total award for each year of postsecondary study.  Continuing the example from above, if a student who has earned a base award of $750 scores 23 on the ACT, $321 will be added to the $750 for a total annual award of $1,071 available each year of postsecondary study.

ACT Score                                                    Bonus

15        $36.00        

16        71.00        

17        107.00        

18        143.00        

19        179.00        

20        214.00        

21        250.00        

22        286.00

23        321.00

24        357.00

25        393.00        

26        428.00

27        464.00

28 or above        500.00

AP Supplement Award Amounts

If you have been eligible for free or reduced-price lunch during any year of high school and have earned a qualifying score on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam taken during or after the 2008-2009 academic year, you can earn a supplemental award. For example, a KEES eligible student who receives a score of 3 on an AP exam and is eligible for free or reduced-price lunch would earn an additional $200 for each year of college.

NCAA Eligibility

Students who plan to participate in NCAA Division I or II athletics must be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse.  The certification process should begin early in the senior year.  The documents needed to begin this process may be accessed at www.ncaaclearninghouse.net.

SCHS Athletic Eligibility Requirements

Age- A student who becomes 19 years old before August 1 shall be ineligible for interscholastic athletic competition.  Students enrolled in grade 9 shall have 8 consecutive semesters of eligibility.

Minimum Academic Requirements 

• Must maintain a cumulative passing grade in at least four classes.  Grades are checked on a weekly basis through a computer program (Infinite Campus).
• Must stay on their correct grade-level from year-to-year. (See Grade Placement information, page 3.)
• Scott County High School requires a grade point average of 1.60 at the end of each school year in order to participate in the next year's athletic programs (this is NOT a cumulative G.P.A.)

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Attendance Requirements for Extracurricular Participation

Students in violation of the school attendance policy will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities.

All students must be in each class on the day of a scheduled game or activity or they will not be allowed to participate that day.  Exceptions to this policy include doctor's statements, school sponsored activities, and activities pre-approved by the principal.  Students are to be present at school on the next school day following a game or activity.  To maintain eligibility, any absence or tardy must be excused.  Students with an unexcused absence on the next school day after an extracurricular activity will not be allowed to participate in the next event of that extra-curricular group.

If a student is withdrawn to homebound instruction, he or she will not be allowed to participate in any practices or activity until re-enrolled in school.

Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

The Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is a student-directed, multi-year, dynamic tool that maps academic plans, personal/social growth and career development activities while considering the student’s unique, self-defined interests, needs and goals for the attainment of postsecondary success.  The ILP helps high school students better focus their coursework on individual goals as they prepare for postsecondary studies and careers. The ILP is begun in the 6th grade and students are required to review and revise their ILP every year.  The Individual Learning Plan helps students by:

• Exploring Careers beginning in the 6th grade.
• Finding careers that match their skills and interests.
• Creating educational plans that are related to their own interests and personal aspirations.
• Establishing personal goals and revisiting these as they progress through school.
• Creating, maintaining and changing resumes.
• Tracking and reflecting on their community service experiences, work experiences, career planning activities, and extra-curricular and organization activities.
• Exploring colleges and postsecondary opportunities that match their career, postsecondary and life goals.
• Connecting to KHEAA.org (Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority) website for help with college planning, tuition assistance information and applications.
• Collecting personal information like assessment results, advising activities, demographic information and educational history.

SCHS Minimum Graduation Requirements

Students must earn a minimum of 22 credits to include the courses/components listed below.  

Additionally:

• Each student must complete the ILP every year they are enrolled.
• Each student must successfully pass a Civics exam to graduate from Scott County High School.

Postsecondary Ready Status

All students graduating from Scott County High School are expected to work toward their own personal goals relating to college and career.  This will look different for every student. The state has given a framework for schools to follow to ensure all students are postsecondary ready and that framework is described below. Honor cords will be awarded to students who are PR - Academic, PR - Career and a special award for students who achieve both academic and career readiness standards.

For students planning to participate in Co-op or Work Experience Learning, Postsecondary Ready Status is required or students will be required to remain at SCHS until the last period of the day.

Senate Bill 59 (2022) requires that postsecondary readiness for each high school student, be measured by one of the following indicators that are intended to signal a student’s readiness for the next step in their postsecondary plans, whether that be pursuit of college coursework (academic readiness) and/or entry into the workforce (career readiness):

Academic Readiness Criteria

• Meeting or exceeding a college readiness benchmark score on the college admissions examination or a college placement examination approved by the Council on PostSecondary Education.. As of 2022-23, the benchmark ACT scores are an 18 on the ACT English section, a 19 on the ACT Math section, and a 20 on the ACT Reading section. A benchmark score on ANY subject area qualifies a student for Postsecondary Ready status.

• Achieving 3 hours of college credit with a letter grade of “C” or higher in a dual credit course approved by the Kentucky Board of Education.

• Achieving a benchmark score of a “3” or higher on any AP exam that generally qualifies the student for 3 or more hours of college credit.

Career Readiness Criteria

• Achieving any industry-recognized certifications, licensures, or credentials, after completing a minimum of three courses in that prescribed CTE pathway.

• Passing an End of Program (EOP) assessment after completing a minimum of two courses in a Career and Technical Education Pathway.  EOP assessments measure foundational academic, technical and employability skills to assess the knowledge, skills and competencies attained through the career pathway coursework.

• *Completing a required number of work hours or achieving a benchmark within an apprenticeship, cooperative, or internship that is aligned with a credential or associate degree and approved by the KBE after receiving input from the LSAC.

       *Currently under development and will become a measure in accountability once a number of hours are    

         approved.

Full Time Student Requirements

All students attending Scott County High School are expected to attend as full time students unless a waiver is granted by the Scott County Board of Education due to extenuating circumstances.

Starting in 2023-24, a full time student is considered one who has a schedule consisting of 8 classes per year.  Classes can be credit earning or non-credit earning (i.e. Teacher Aide, AP Study Hall, Credit Recovery, etc).  Students splitting time between ECS and SCHS need to only take 7 classes to be considered full time.

ONE dual credit college course is considered the equivalent of TWO SCHS courses. To be off campus all day, students must take 3 dual credit classes AND 2 SCHS study skills or online classes OR 4 dual credit classes per semester (pending approval from the postsecondary institution of your choice).

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SCHS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Scott County High School is an essential component of the curriculum. It is a critical component in meeting the needs of students in academic achievement, career exploration, career preparation and leadership development. Successful transition to postsecondary education, work or the military is one of the goals of both Scott County High School and Kentucky's educational system.

Career Pathways 

Choosing a Career Pathway for high school provides a focused set of courses that prepares a student for post-secondary career plans and helps students explore possible career areas. Career Pathways are not meant to limit choices, but to expand possibilities and experiences. Following a Career Pathway provides a focus and a road map for students as they select their courses and explore their chosen career area.

In 2022-23 SCHS offers Career Pathways in Agriculture, Business, Family/Consumer Sciences,  and Law and Public Safety - Law Enforcement major.  Starting in 2023-24, we will launch four (4) additional pathways - Construction  Technology TRACK, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Army JROTC, Information Technology and a Teaching and Learning Pathway.

Beginning with the class of 2027, all students will start their high school career by choosing at least one career pathway foundation course to include in their schedule. This course will be the starting point for a career major as well as a way in which students will obtain their required workplace ethics, technology and financial literacy skills required for graduation. These course options include:

• Agriscience for 1 credit
• Army JROTC 1 for 1 credit
• Digital Literacy for 1 credit
• FCS Essentials for 1 credit
• Marketing Basics for 1 credit
• Industrial Safety with Basic Blueprint Reading for 1 credit
• Introduction to Criminal Justice and Policing for 1 credit
• Enrollment in one of ECS’s Learning Villages

If, after the freshman year, a student decides that they want to change to a different career pathway, they are welcome to do so.  However, changing AFTER the sophomore year may not allow students enough time to complete a minimum of 3 courses in one career pathway area.  The goal of career pathways is not necessarily to determine a lifetime career, rather, it allows students to put together a resume of work-oriented skills which will assist students in becoming successful employees regardless of career choice.

Career Majors

Within each career pathway at SCHS, there are career majors so that students can narrow their focus and course selection even further in relation to their career goals. Career pathways are NOT necessarily the majors that a student will pursue in their college or careers but are designed to allow exploration of those fields.  By combining core content with elective focus, career majors are designed to prepare students to successfully transition toward their college and career goals.

Industry Certifications and Skill Standards (EOP) Assessments

Students should design their course of study so that they can take a MINIMUM of three courses within their chosen career major.  Upon completion of the prescribed courses in the career major, students are eligible to test for industry recognized credentials and certifications. Passing an industry certification and/or skill standards (EOP) assessment provides tangible evidence of proficiency in a particular skill and can be a way of demonstrating skills and experiences to potential employers. Earning an industry certification or passing the skill standards (EOP) assessment is also one way to meet the Postsecondary Ready requirement to be eligible to co-op or internship during the senior year.

Workforce Development Dual Credit College Scholarships

In addition to earning an industry recognized certification, students are also eligible to take two (2) college courses as in their career pathway FREE each year they are in high school.  These courses will earn students both high school and college credit.  Most are available as online college courses; however, if demand and staffing permit courses may be offered as in-person courses.  Speak to your counselor or CTE teacher for more information and eligibility requirements. In addition to saving money on future college enrollment, passing a workforce readiness college courses with a “C” or higher qualifies the student as Postsecondary Ready/ Career Ready and allows the student to participate in co-op the senior year.

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Family and Consumer Sciences

Introductory Class to all FCS Pathways:

FCS Essentials                                                                        1 credit                                           Open to 9, 10

This comprehensive course provides an opportunity for acquiring basic life skills and guides students to explore and select specific areas for concentrated study.  Emphasis is on family, employability skills, adolescent development, financial management, parenting, establishing healthy relationships, creating a foundation for healthy lifestyles, nutrition, food preparation and hospitality.  The course is designed to expose students to the different areas of Family and Consumer Sciences.  Leadership development will be provided through the student organization, FCCLA.   Lab Fee:   $15

 HOSPITALITY, TRAVEL, TOURISM & RECREATION PATHWAY

Marketing Basics - Offered through Business Dept.                   1 credit                                           Open to 9, 10

This business course will meet the sequence for the Hospitality Pathway.

Marketing Basics introduces students to the dynamic processes and activities in marketing.  Students study economic functions at work in the marketing functions including purchasing, pricing, and distribution functions.  The instruction includes career awareness in the areas of recreation, travel/tourism, hotel/motel, and restaurant.  Current technology will be used to acquire, organize and present information.  Activities will include online simulations.  Students will understand marketing concepts through examples provided by the SCHS school-based store, “Cardinal Connections.”  Both marketing and employment skills learned will improve and increase the chance of successful transition into the world of work.  The student organization, DECA, will be utilized for leadership development.    Lab Fee: $15

Principles of Hospitality                                                           1 credit                                          Open to 11, 12

This course is designed for students interested in careers in the hospitality industry. The instruction includes career awareness in the areas of recreation, travel and tourism, hotel and motel, and the restaurant industries. This course is based on the family and consumer sciences core that includes communication skills, economics, food and beverage operations, promotion, selling, and product and service management. This course meets the prerequisite for students enrolling in Specialized Services in Hospitality. PREREQUISITE: FCS Essentials or Principles of Marketing

Specialized Services in Hospitality                                          1 credit                                               Open to 12

This course is designed to provide training in specialized services within the hospitality field. Job and career opportunities will be explored. Instruction will include skill development and practice. Shadowing and work experiences will be included in a variety of commercial establishments such as hotels, motels, restaurants, local convention bureaus, and tourism centers.  PREREQUISITE:  Principles of Hospitality

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PATHWAY

The Early Childhood Education pathway will address a skill set necessary for success in early childhood education so that individuals can teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years.This pathway is targeted at individuals preparing for careers related to early childhood education, such as those associated with childcare, teaching, community based children’s programs, social services or counseling for children, and after-school programs.

Early Development of Children                                              1 credit                                    Open to 10, 11, 12 This course addresses the topics of early lifespan development including conception and pregnancy, labor and delivery, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, health and safety, and exceptional children. Students will explore career opportunities within the early childhood education industry. Leadership development will be provided through the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).

Child Development Services l                                1 credit                               Open to 11, 12 This course provides training for early childhood education programs. Students study professionalism, employability skills, child growth and development, health, safety and nutrition, learning environments and curriculum, child assessment, program management and evaluation as well as family and community partnerships. The subject content is reinforced with work experience in a variety of childcare establishments and SCHS Play School Laboratory Experience.  Leadership development will be provided through the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Prerequisite: Early Lifespan Development

Child Development Services ll (starting in 2024-25)        1 credit                                 Open to 12th Child Development Services II is a continuation of Child Development Services I and is designed for students who wish to further their training in early childhood education with classroom instruction. Students gain in-depth work experiences in childcare establishments, preschool centers, and other early childhood settings. Leadership development will be provided through the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Prerequisite:Child Development Services l

Co-op Early Childhood Education:                         1 - 3 Credits                                     Open to 12th  Cooperative Education for CTE (Career and Technical Education) courses provide supervised worksite experience related to the student’s identified career pathway. A student must be enrolled in an approved pathway course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed or have already completed the pathway the previous year. Transportation to and from place of employment must be provided by students and or family.  The co-op contract must be signed by the student, parent, and employer. Must have completed 2 pathway classes in Early Childhood pathway to be considered for Co-op.  Must be enrolled in Child Services II.

Principles of Teaching (ending with 2023-24 year)               1 credit                                               Open to 12th This is the last course of the Fundamentals of Teaching Program.  The course allows students to develop skills, strategies, and techniques used for instruction at various grade levels for a diverse population of student learners. Instruction addresses the principles and procedures for promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of children, adolescents and developmentally appropriate practices in educational settings. PREREQUISITE: Early Lifespan and Mid to Late Lifespan Development of Children. 

Principles of Teaching Co-op (ending with 2023-24 year)         1 - 3 credits                                     Open to 12th Co-op students, graduating class of 2021 and beyond, will be required to have completed TWO credits in the Principles of Teaching career pathway prior to enrolling in co-op.  Cooperative Education for CTE courses provide supervised work site experience related to the student’s identified career pathway.  A student must be enrolled in an approved capstone course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed.  Transportation must be provided by the student/student’s family.  Actual employment must be arranged by the student before school begins and maintained to stay in co-op.  The co-op contract must be signed by the student, parent, and employer.  The contract is available from the Family Consumer Sciences Department of SCHS.  Students are required to be employed by the beginning of the school year.

CULINARY ARTS CAREER PATHWAY

Foods & Nutrition                                                                     1 credit                                    Open to 10, 11, 12

This introductory course is designed to expose students to nutrition and food related information that will contribute to good health and well-being.  Students will learn and practice introductory food prep skills in the lab setting. Students resume progress in pursuing competencies in food production and services.  Students will be provided further training in the field of culinary arts.  Students will continue to explore food trends, careers in culinary arts, and specialized areas of foreign cuisine.   PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: FCS Essentials RECOMMENDED: 11th & 12th Graders: FCS Essentials     Lab fee: $25. 

Culinary Arts 1 - blocked, 1st semester                                   1 credit                                          Open to 11, 12 

This advanced course allows students to increase competencies in a variety of food preparation techniques including presentation, garnishing, menu planning, and the skills necessary to prepare for a career in culinary arts.  Students will operate the teacher restaurant Cardinal Cafe as a part of the course.  Management and food preparation in the restaurant will allow students to put into practice hospitality and culinary related skills learned in this course and previous ones. Lab fee:  $30. PREREQUISITE: Foods & Nutrition

Culinary Arts 2 – blocked, 2nd semester                             1 credit                                                 Open to 11, 12 In this course, students resume progress in pursuing competencies in hospitality, food preparation and service, and general skills necessary for a career in the culinary field.  Work will continue with the student operated restaurant, Cardinal Cafe.  Lab fee:  $30.  PREREQUISITE: Foods & Nutrition.

Culinary Co-op                                                                         1-3 credits                                       Open to 12th

Co-op students, graduating class of 2021 and beyond, will be required to have completed TWO credits in the Culinary Career Pathway prior to enrolling in co-op. Additionally, students must be considered Postsecondary Ready before they will be allowed to participate in any off campus Co-op or Internship experience. Cooperative Education for CTE courses provide supervised work site experience related to the student’s identified career pathway. A student must be enrolled in an approved capstone course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed. Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences, in accordance with local, state and federal minimum wage requirements according to the Work-Based Learning Guide.  Transportation must be provided by the student/student’s family.  Actual employment must be arranged by the student before school begins and maintained to stay in co-op.  The co-op contract must be signed by the student, parent, and employer.  The contract is available in the Family and Consumer Science Department of SCHS. Students are required to be employed by the beginning of the school year.  

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Business and Marketing

Introductory Course to All Business Pathways

Marketing Basics                                                1 credit                              Open to 9, 10, 11, 12
Marketing Principles introduces students to the functions of marketing. This course studies how marketing is all around us and how businesses use marketing to deliver products from producers to consumers. Students are able to develop their leadership and apply what they learned through DECA (Event for students to complete and travel).  Lab Fee:   $15 

E-COMMERCE PATHWAY

Industry Certifications: ASK - Fundamental Marketing Concepts

                             Adobe Certified Professional - Photoshop

                             Adobe Certified Professional - Premiere

Multimedia Publishing                                                1 credit                               Open to 10, 11, 12

This hands-on course applies publishing and presentation concepts through the development of business documents and projects. These documents include, but are not limited to, newsletters, flyers, posters, graphs, web pages, social media posts, on-screen presentations, podcasts, and video productions. Students will use industry standard software (Adobe Suite), cameras, audio equipment, printers etc. in their work. Students are able to develop their leadership and apply what they learned through DECA (Event for students to complete and travel). Lab fee $15  Prerequisite: Marketing Basics

Advertising & Promotion                                                      1 credit                             Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to provide students with a realistic “hands-on” application of techniques used in the advertising and promotion of goods and services. Students use typical media software and media equipment while being exposed to all forms of media (including print, internet, radio, and television) methods, budgets, and evaluations used by industry. Students are able to develop their leadership and apply what they learned through DECA (Event for students to complete and travel).  Lab Fee: $15.  PREREQUISITE: Multimedia Publishing

Advanced Multimedia Publishing                                1 credit                             Open to 11, 12

This hands-on course applies what has been learned from Marketing Principles and Multimedia Publishing to produce, film, edit, publish and promote a school news channel. This class utilizes industry standard equipment to produce a quality news broadcast. Students will learn live and post video production, videography, photography, and lower third and full screen graphic design.

Marketing Education Co-op                                                    1 – 3 credits                                  Open to 12th

Course provides supervised work site experience related to the student’s identified career pathway. A student must be enrolled in an approved pathway course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed or have already completed the pathway the previous year. Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences, in accordance with local, state and federal minimum wage requirements according to the Work-Based Learning Guide. Leadership development will be provided through DECA. PREREQUISITE: Must have completed 2 previous courses in E-Commerce Pathway to be considered for co-op. If not previously completed, must also be enrolled in Advanced Multimedia Publishing to co-op.

MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP PATHWAY

Industry Certification: ASK - Fundamentals of Marketing Concepts

Digital Literacy                                                1 credit                       Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation, database, spreadsheet, internet, and email to prepare elementary documents and reports. The impact of computers on society and ethical issues are presented. Leadership development will be provided through DECA.

Principles of Entrepreneurship                                               1 credit                                  Open to 10, 11, 12

Principles of Entrepreneurship introduces students to a wide array of entrepreneurial concepts and skills, including the role of entrepreneurship in our economy, entrepreneurial discovery processes, ideation, and preliminary start-up venture planning. Students also develop an appreciation for marketing’s pivotal role in the development and success of a new business. They become acquainted with channel management, pricing, product/service management, and promotion. Students conduct thorough market planning for their ventures: selecting target markets; conducting market, SWOT, and competitive analyses; forecasting sales; setting marketing goals and objectives; selecting marketing metrics; and setting a marketing budget. The capstone activity in the course is the development of detailed marketing plans for students’ startup businesses. Throughout the course, students are presented with ethical dilemmas and problem solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Leadership development will be provided through DECA. Lab Fee:  $15.  PREREQUISITE:  Marketing Basics, and/or approval from a Business/Marketing instructor.

Introduction to Management                                                   1 credit                                        Open to 11, 12

Introduction to Management expands student understanding of management. It exposes students to several types of management, including customer relationship management, human resources management, knowledge management, information management, project management, quality management, risk management, and strategic management. Business law, communication skills, economics, operations, and professional development are also stressed throughout the course. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete activities. Throughout the course, students are presented ethical dilemmas and problem-solving situations for which they must apply academic and critical-thinking skills. Leadership development will be provided through DECA. PREREQUISITE: Marketing Basics, and/or approval from a Business/Marketing instructor.

Business Education Co-op                                         1 – 3 credits                                  Open to 12th

Cooperative Education for CTE (Career and Technical Education) courses provides supervised worksite experience related to the student’s identified career pathway. A student must be enrolled in an approved pathway course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed or have already completed the pathway the previous year. Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences in accordance with local, state, and federal minimum wage requirements according to the Work-Based Learning Guide.  Leadership development will be provided through DECA. Must have completed 2 previous courses in the Management and Entrepreneurship Pathway to be considered for co-op.

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Agriculture

INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR ALL AGRICULTURE PATHWAYS:

Agriscience                                                                   1 credit                                                Open to 9, 10   

This course provides instruction in the foundations of the various segments of the agricultural industry.  Agricultural career opportunities will be emphasized.  Animal science, plant and land science, and agricultural mechanics skills will be the focus of the curriculum.  The selection and planning of a supervised agricultural experience program and related record keeping will be presented. Additionally, FFA curriculum and instruction is a major part of this course.

AGRICULTURAL POWER, STRUCTURES, TECHNICAL SYSTEMS PATHWAY

Agriculture Construction                                                         1 credit                                  Open to 10, 11, 12

This course prepares students to construct and maintain agricultural structures and equipment.  Develops basic skills such as: tool identification, interpreting plans, calculating a bill of materials, electrification, carpentry, welding, metal fabrication, plumbing and masonry. PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: Agriscience    RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

Agriculture Power & Machinery Operation                       1 credit                                Open to 10, 11, 12

This course provides instruction and hands-on experience in basic principles of agricultural machinery assembly, operation, maintenance, service repair and safety. Leadership development will be provided through FFA (Future Farmers of America). PREREQUISITE: 10th Graders: Agriscience  RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

ANIMAL SCIENCE SYSTEMS PATHWAY

Animal Science                                                                          1 credit                                  Open to 10, 11, 12

Animal Science develops basic knowledge and skills pertaining to livestock identification, selection, nutrition, reproduction and genetics, health management, and marketing of one or more species of farm animals.  The latest biotechnological applications will be included. This course is also available as a dual credit college course. See description in this section. PREREQUISITE: Agriscience

Veterinary Science                                                                    1 credit                                        Open to 11, 12

This course introduces students to the field of veterinary science.  Major topics include veterinary terminology, safety, sanitation, anatomy/physiology, clinical exams, hospital procedures, parasitology, posology, laboratory techniques, nutrition, disease, office management, and animal management.  Careers are also explored. This course is also available as a dual credit college course. See description in this section  Class Fee: $20  PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: Agriscience    RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

AGR 100 Animal Science                                        1 credit                             Open to 11, 12

This is a basic course in animal science including the importance and place of livestock in agriculture; types of market classes and grades of beef, sheep, poultry and swine; origin and characteristics of breeds; and the judging of beef, sheep and swine. This is a dual credit, online course offered through Murray State University and is eligible for a Workforce Development Scholarship to cover all tuition costs.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have 3 college credit hours in agriculture.  This course will be taken in the fall semester and will be paired with AGR 182 Introduction to Veterinary Science for the spring semester.  To be eligible to take this course, students must apply and be admitted to the Murray State Racer Academy.  Minimum GPA for admission is a 3.0 cumulative. PREREQUISITE Animal Science  CO-REQUISITE: AGR 182 Intro to Vet Science

AGR 182 Introduction to Veterinary Science                1 credit                             Open to 11, 12                                                                                                                                                                    

Course examines basic principles of veterinary science, including breeds, biology, veterinary tools, parasitology, office management, animal control, and basic clinical exam techniques for large and small animals. The purpose of this course is to provide upperclassmen agricultural education students, at the high school level, with an introduction to the basic principles of veterinary science. This requires students to understand the biology of both large and small breeds of animals, as well as specifics related to the area of veterinary medicine. This class will build a foundation for those high school students interested in the area of veterinary science. This is a dual credit, online course offered through Murray State University and is eligible for a Workforce Development Scholarship to cover all tuition costs.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have 3 college credit hours in agriculture.  This course will be taken in the fall semester and will be paired with AGR 160 Horticultural Science for the spring semester.  To be eligible to take this course, students must apply and be admitted to the Murray State Racer Academy.  Minimum GPA for admission is a 3.0 cumulative.  PREREQUISITE: Animal Science

HORTICULTURE & PLANT SCIENCES SYSTEMS

Greenhouse Technology                                                           1 credit                              Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

When combined with Agriscience, this course fulfills the Life science requirement.

Greenhouse Technology provides instruction in greenhouse structures and greenhouse environment regulations. Plant growth and development and propagation are included as well as production and maintenance of bedding and container produced plants. Fundamental principles of vegetable production and commercial production of vegetable crops as well as marketing of horticulture products may be included. PREREQUISITE 10th - 12th Graders: Agriscience   CO-REQUISITE 9th Graders: Agriscience 

Floriculture & Floral Design                                                  1 credit                                        Open to 11, 12

Floriculture and Floral Design provides instruction to develop floral design techniques using silk, dried, and fresh flowers. Students will learn operation and management techniques of a floral business as well as identification, production, and cultural maintenance practices of plants used in floral design and interior landscaping. This course includes identification of landscape plants and their characteristics, site evaluation, site design, calculation of materials needed, costs for bidding, and installing landscape plans. Landscape plant maintenance will also be presented. PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: Agriscience RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

AGR 140 Plant Science                                        1 credit                        Open to 10, 11, 12

A study of general plant science principles including basic plant anatomy, physiology and interactions with the surrounding environment.  This is a dual credit, online course offered through Murray State University and is eligible for a Workforce Development Scholarship to cover all tuition costs.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have 3 college credit hours in agriculture.  This course will be taken in the fall semester and will be paired with AGR 160 Horticultural Science for the spring semester.  To be eligible to take this course, students must apply and be admitted to the Murray State Racer Academy.  Minimum GPA for admission is a 3.0 cumulative. PREREQUISITE: Greenhouse Technology CO-REQUISITE: AGR 160 Horticultural Science.

AGR 160 Horticultural Science                                1 credit                        Open to 10, 11, 12

A study of the practical principles and practices used in horticulture. This is a dual credit, online course offered through Murray State University and is eligible for a Workforce Development Scholarship to cover all tuition costs.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have 3 college credit hours in agriculture.  This course will be taken in the spring semester and will be paired with AGR 140 Plant Science during the fall semester.  To be eligible to take this course, students must apply and be admitted to the Murray State Racer Academy.  Minimum GPA for admission is a 3.0 cumulative. CO-REQUISITE: AGR 140 Plant Science

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY

Greenhouse Technology                                                 1 credit                                   Open to 10, 11, 12
(See course description above)

Wildlife Resources                                                              1 credit                                   Open to 10, 11, 12

When combined with Agriscience, this course fulfills the Life science requirement.

This course includes: a study of ecology and ecosystems, wildlife habitat, population dynamics, management techniques that deal with wildlife in all areas, and the regulations that affect the wildlife industry. Content may be enhanced with appropriate applied scientific laboratory activities. PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: Agriscience    RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

Forestry                                                            1 credit                                   Open to 10, 11, 12

This course also introduces the science of silviculture (forestry), including career opportunities, tree identification, tree production, forestry management, timber harvesting, wood utilization, and the environmental and ecological aspects of forestry. PREREQUISITE 10th Graders: Agriscience    RECOMMENDED Co-Requisite 11th & 12th Graders: Agriscience

Agricultural Employability                                  1 credit                              Open to 12th

Agriculture Employability provides opportunities to develop skills in: job searching, preparing resumes, writing letters of application, job interview, attitude, communicating effectively, human relations and accepting responsibilities. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. CO-REQUISITE: AG Education Co-op.

AG Education Co-op                                                 1 - 3 credits                                   Open to 12th

Co-op students, graduating class of 2021 and beyond, will be required to have completed TWO credits in the Agriculture Career Pathway prior to enrolling in co-op.  Additionally, students must be considered Postsecondary Ready before they will be allowed to participate in any off campus Co-op or Internship experience. Cooperative Education for CTE courses provide supervised work site experience related to the student’s identified career pathway. Most students must be enrolled in an approved capstone course during the same school year that the co-op experience is completed. Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences, in accordance with local, state and federal minimum wage requirements according to the Work-Based Learning Guide.  Transportation must be provided by the student/student’s family.  Actual employment must be arranged by the student before school begins and maintained to stay in co-op. CO-REQUISITE: Agricultural Employability  The co-op contract must be signed by the student, parent, and employer.  The contract is available in the Agriculture Science Department of SCHS. Students are required to be employed by the beginning of the school year.  

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Law Enforcement Services Career Pathway

Introduction to Criminal Justice and Policing                           1 credit                              Open to 9, 10

Certifications: FEMA Certifications

This pathway IS NOT the same as Law and Justice offered through ECS! This is the introductory course for the Law Enforcement Career Pathway. Students will study the history and philosophy of criminal justice; ethical considerations; definition of crime; the nature and impact of crime; an overview of the criminal justice system including law enforcement, corrections, and the court system; basic police operations such as search/frisk, traffic, radio procedures, report writing, evidence collection, and more. The course will include academic and hands-on lab work.

Law Enforcement                                                        1 credit                        Open to 10, 11

Certifications: National Law Enforcement Certification

This course trains students to evaluate the powers granted to the police and restrictions placed upon them by respective constitutions and their amendments. Specific topics of discussion will include search and seizure, arrests, interviews, interrogations, and confessions in the context of criminal prosecution.  Activities include tactics, methods, and skills utilized in the law enforcement field.  Skills will be obtained in basic disaster response. PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Criminal Justice and Policing

Criminal Investigations (Starting 2024-25)                                   1 credit                    Open to 11, 12

This course includes investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence, and sources of information; procedures for conducting interviews and interrogations; using forensic sciences; and preparing for cases and trials. This course will include academic and hands-on lab work. PREREQUISITES: Intro to Criminal Justice and Policing; Law Enforcement.

Terrorism and Counterterrorism Operations (Starting 2025-26)  1 credit                      Open to 11, 12

Certifications: FAA Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Pilot License for Drones

This course focuses on the study of terrorism as a global and national threat and the methods for analyzing and countering it. Includes instruction in psychology, cultural studies, terrorist history and organization, terrorist capabilities, terrorist finance and international money-laundering, threat assessment, intelligence operations, incident command systems, border security, emergency response, joint operations, surveillance and communications systems, cyberterrorism, weapons of mass destruction, counter terrorist operations, and applications to specific terrorist organizations and threats.PREREQUISITES: Intro to Criminal Justice and Policing; Law Enforcement

Health and Well-Being for Law Enforcement (Starting 2025-26   1 credit                              Open to 12th

Certifications: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

This course is designed to give the student an overview of personal fitness and wellness including how to maintain good physical fitness and proper nutrition. The course will also give the student an overview of the warning signs of and how to deal with stress in the law enforcement profession. Students will design personal fitness and nutrition plans, complete the Kentucky Peace Officers Professional Standards (POPS) physical fitness test, and examine the impact on stress, trauma, adrenaline, and more on peace officers. This course will include academic work, fitness and physical exercises, hands-on lab work, and medical training.  Prerequisites: Intro to Criminal Justice and Policing; Law Enforcement.

Information Technology Career Pathway

Digital Literacy                                                1 credit                        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation, database, spreadsheet, internet, and email to prepare elementary documents and reports. The impact of computers on society and ethical issues are presented. Leadership development will be provided through DECA

Introduction to Computer Science        1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Introduction to Computer Science is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. Rather than focusing the entire course on learning particular software tools or programming languages, the course is designed to focus on the conceptual ideas of computing and help students understand why certain tools or languages might be utilized to solve particular problems. The goal of the course is to develop in students the computational practices of algorithm development, problem solving and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today’s students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers, and societal and ethical issues.

Web Page Development                                        1 credit                            Open to 10, 11, 12

This course introduces web pages through the use of HTML and CSS. Students use text and/or web editors to create web documents with various formats and page layouts, multimedia, tables, and forms. Instruction emphasizes W3C web design and accessibility standards. Students spend at least 20 hours of programming and applying learned concepts through programming. (Programming is defined, by the K-12 CS Framework, as the craft of analyzing problems and designing, writing, testing, and maintaining programs to solve them.) Participation in the Kentucky Technology Student Association or SkillsUSA will greatly enhance instruction. PREREQUISITE: Digital Literacy or Introduction to Computer Science

Advanced Placement Computer Science        1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Students will program and apply learned concepts through programming. Programming is defined, by the K-12 CS Framework, as the craft of analyzing problems and designing, writing, testing, and maintaining programs to solve them. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry

Computer Science Internship (starting 2024-25)                1 to 3 credits                                      

Internship for CTE courses provides supervised worksite experience for high school students who are enrolled in a course associated with their identified career pathway. Internship experiences consist of a combination of classroom instruction and field experiences. A student receiving pay for an intern experience is one who is participating in an experience that lasts a semester or longer and has an established employee employer relationship. A non-paid internship affects those students who participate on a short-term basis (semester or less). All information references to the Work Based Learning Manual. Students spend at least 20 hours of programming and applying learned concepts through programming. (Programming is defined, by the K-12 CS Framework, as the craft of analyzing problems and designing, writing, testing, and maintaining programs to solve them.) PREREQUISITE: Must have completed 3 courses in the Information Technology pathway to be eligible for Computer Science Internship.

Teaching and Learning Career Pathway

The Teaching and Learning Career Pathway is designed to introduce high school students to the field of education and lay a foundation allowing the student to transition into college study leading to a career as an educator.  There are four courses required for the pathway, as well as opportunities for students to earn dual credit and meet Kentucky Transition Readiness expectations.

Students may achieve Postsecondary Readiness status by:

• Earning a C or higher in 3 hours CTE dual credit in the Teaching and Learning Pathway.  
• Passing the Pre-PAC Education Fundamentals Industry Certification through the FCS program.
• Completing performance-based micro credentials as students showcase their emerging skills in the following 5 areas:

• Anti-bias Instruction
• Classroom Culture
• Collaboration
• Formative Assessment
• Learner Engagement

Teachers considering this pathway as freshmen and sophomores are encouraged to begin their study through FCS Essentials in the Family and Consumer Sciences Career pathways.  FCS Essentials will allow students to explore a variety of career options within the field of education.  From FCS Essentials, students may elect to pursue the Early Childhood Education pathway through the Family and Consumer Sciences Department OR they may elect to pursue teaching in the Elementary, Secondary or Special Education fields through the Teaching and Learning Pathway.

If students enter this pathway and return to Scott County as a classroom teacher, the district is offering an incentive of $10,000 per year for up to four years for the student to use as needed to recover costs of their educational expenses.  This is a part of Scott County’s effort to “Grow our Own” as educators.

The Learning Community                                        1 credit                         Open to 10, 11, 12

In this course, students develop an understanding of the various responsibilities and systems involved in the K-12 educational system. Specifically, students will acquire the knowledge of education through the perspective of the classroom, school, district, state, and federal roles. In clinical experiences, students are embedded in an observational and small group or individual teaching settings. They engage with students, schools, and stakeholders across the community to better understand how the community functions as a system, noting how elements within the system relate and interact and the impact on students. May also be completed as a Dual Credit course - EDF 203 Educational Foundations through Eastern Kentucky University if the student meets admission requirements.

The Learner-Centered Classroom                                1 credit                               Open to 11, 12

This course will develop rising educators’ awareness of their funds of knowledge, as well as their personal biases that develop from their life experiences. Using research-based methods, rising educators will develop methods to impact student equity based on culturally competent models as well as growth mindset methods. The students will be embedded in classrooms in observing and active teaching roles (any of the 5 co-teaching models). They will experience a variety of settings in order to reflect on their developing understanding and skills across the K-12 spectrum. May also be completed as a Dual Credit course - EDC 106: Culturally Responsive Perspectives OR SED 104 Special Education Introduction, through Eastern Kentucky University if the student meets admission requirements.

The Professional Educator (Starting 2024-25)                1 credit

In this course, students will develop an understanding of how educators advance their profession within the classroom. Specifically, students will gain both the knowledge and skills to plan, deliver, and reflect on the process of teaching and learning. In clinical experiences, students are deeply embedded in classroom settings, actively practicing the skills they are studying and reflecting on the results to deepen their understanding. The extended time in the classroom provides an opportunity to study at length a particular group of students and the discipline. May also be completed as a Dual Credit course - EDF 204: Emerging Instructional Technologies through Eastern Kentucky University if the student meets admission requirements. PREREQUISITES: The Learning Community and The Learner-Centered Classroom.

Collaborative Clinical Experience (Starting 2024-25)        1 credit

In this course, students will refine the required knowledge and skills to be effective educators while also practicing the dispositions necessary for the educational profession. Specifically, students will gain an understanding of how teachers lead through individual and collaborative growth and reflection. Students participate in clinical experiences. This is a student teaching experience where students should spend almost all their time in a classroom learning setting appropriate to their intended teaching discipline. May also be completed as a Dual Credit course - CED 100: Introduction to Educational Profession through Eastern Kentucky University if the student meets admission requirements. PREREQUISITES: The Learning Community and The Learner-Centered Classroom.

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Building Construction Technology

Industrial Safety and Basic Blueprint Reading                                   1 credit                         Open to 9, 10, 11

This course presents basic applied math, lines, multi-view drawings, symbols, various schematics and diagrams, dimensioning techniques, sectional views, auxiliary views, threads and fasteners, and sketching typical to all shop drawings.  Industrial Safety will  teach students to observe general safety rules and regulations applicable to industrial job sites and shops. Basic First Aid and CPR certifications will be taught. OSHA 10 10 Industry Certification as a part of this course.

Anticipated starting Fall 2024 – PREREQUISITE: Industrial Safety and Basic Blueprint Reading

The TRACK Youth Apprenticeship model consists of a minimum of 3 CTE courses related to the apprenticeship and a paid cooperative education placement (co-op) with a designated employer partner. TRACK is its own career pathway, has designated CIP codes and results in an industry certification. To be enrolled, this TRACK agreement form must be submitted. Once the form is processed and approved; the student will be enrolled in a TRACK database.

Apprenticeships are anticipated in the Building Construction Trades of Air Conditioning/HVAC, Electrical Technology and Plumbing Assisting.

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Industrial Maintenance Technology

Industrial Safety and Basic Blueprint Reading                                   1 credit                         Open to 9, 10, 11

This course presents basic applied math, lines, multi-view drawings, symbols, various schematics and diagrams, dimensioning techniques, sectional views, auxiliary views, threads and fasteners, and sketching typical to all shop drawings.  Industrial Safety will  teach students to observe general safety rules and regulations applicable to industrial job sites and shops. Basic First Aid and CPR certifications will be taught. OSHA 10 10 Industry Certification as a part of this course.

Fundamentals of Machine Tools                                        1 credit                       Open to 11, 12

(Projected Fall 2024 through BCTC) This course provides the basic principles needed for a solid foundation in machine tool technology. Areas and machines covered include shop safety, bench work, drill press, power saw, measurement, mills, and lathes. PREREQUISITE: Industrial Safety and Basic Blueprint Reading

Maintaining Industrial Equipment                                        1 credit                       Open to 11, 12

(Projected Fall 2024 through BCTC) This course is designed to introduce the student to maintenance techniques and procedures used to maintain industrial equipment. PREREQUISITE: Industrial Safety and Basic Blueprint Reading

Industrial Maintenance Electrical Principles                           1 credit                       Open to 11, 12

(Projected Fall 2024 through BCTC) This course introduces the theory of electricity and magnetism and the relationship of voltage, current, resistance, and power in electrical circuits. The course is designed to develop an understanding of alternating and direct current fundamentals. Students will apply formulas to analyze the operation of AC and DC circuits.

TMMK Co-op                                                        1 to 3 credits                         Open to 12th

Every fall, Toyota recruits top seniors for an introduction to Toyota Motor Manufacturing in their Georgetown, KY plant. The primary focus is Skilled Maintenance careers. This competitive program allows students to get hands-on experience and a first-hand look at what opportunities are available within Toyota Motor Manufacturing.  TMMK Co-op is a paid position. An exceptional academic record, attendance and behavior are expected for future participation in this program. Students previously serving in the TMMK Co-op have often received recommendations and priority for BCTC’s AMT/IMT program. As the program is new, students in other career pathways with demonstrated skills and aptitude for applied mechanical work are welcome to apply in the spring for a fall placement.  Must indicate an interest on the SCHS scheduling form as well as apply and be accepted to participate in this course.

Internship: Industrial Maintenance                                1 to 3 credits                         Open to 12th

(Projected Fall 2024 through BCTC) The internship provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student’s educational objectives. Students participating in the internship do not receive compensation. PREREQUISITE: Must have completed 3 credit hours in the Industrial Maintenance Pathway AND to be eligible for placement.

ARMY JROTC

The Army JROTC Program consists of four (4) Leader Education Training (LET) levels.  Our mission is to "motivate young people to be better citizens."  The ARMY JROTC is not organized for the purpose of recruiting for the Armed Services, but will assist if that is the goal after high school.  Students taking JROTC will be issued a dress uniform that must be worn on the specified Uniform Inspection Day!  The weekly uniform wearing is considered a MAJOR GRADE!!!!

JROTC 1-                                                         1 credit                         Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

First year cadets learn the Army JROTC training module and are introduced to how to appropriately wear their uniform.  They are introduced to Drill and Ceremony where they learn to react to basic commands of static and marching techniques.  Cadets will learn the rank structure of JROTC as well as the US Army. Cadets learn first aid techniques along with lessons on substance use and abuse with positive decision making choices. Cadets are introduced and participate in Service Learning projects providing service to the community and school while learning the basics of Team Building.  Cadets will learn US Army customs and courtesies, proper etiquette of the US Flag, and the significance of the US Constitution and Amendments as it applies to the judicial system.

JROTC 2 (Starting 2024-25) -                                1 credit                                

Second year cadets learn the primary roles of the cadet Battalion Staff and Command positions.  Cadets will master platoon and company level drill and ceremony, and assist during Uniform Inspections. Lessons include diversity and conflict management of their assigned cadets as well as learning to effectively plan and manage Service Learning projects.  Lessons taught will allow the Cadet to compare and contrast military occupations as they relate to the civilian job market.  Cadets will learn individual and team presentation/briefing skills. Second year cadets will serve as Team Leaders for Team Building activities and primary trainers for drill and ceremony events. Second year cadets learn to lead and serve as the Cadet Battalion Command and Staff.  PREREQUISITE: JROTC 1

JROTC 3 (Starting 2025-26)-                                 1 credit                                    

Third year cadets will provide teaching and training assistance to First and Second year Cadets and perform Staff tasks as directed.  Cadets will hold key leader positions within the Battalion and participate in planning and preparation for Service Learning Projects on campus and within the community. PREREQUISITE: JROTC 2 

JROTC 4 (Starting 2026-27)-                                 1 credit                                            

Third year cadets will provide teaching and training assistance to First and Second year Cadets and perform Staff tasks as directed.  Cadets will hold key leader positions within the Battalion and participate in planning and preparation for Service Learning Projects on campus and within the community. PREREQUISITE: JROTC 3

J.A.G

JAG -Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG)                1 credit                         Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

JAG is a state-based national non-profit organization. This course offers students informal guidance on career and life decisions. Students will develop employability skills and connect with community members in a variety of fields in an effort to pursue postsecondary education and secure quality entry-level jobs leading to career advancement opportunities. This course can be taken more than once.

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ENGLISH

Minimum State Graduation Requirements

*Additional elective English courses are available in the course guide that students can take concurrently with required core curricular classes listed above or during 12th grade.  

Advanced Curriculum with Weighted Courses

*Additional electives, College Board Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit English courses are available in the course guide that can be taken concurrently with another core curriculum honors English class or during 12th grade.

English 1         1 credit        Open to 9

English I is a course designed to strengthen students’ observing, listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills.  While specific works of literature are not the focus of the course, students will read a variety of authors and genres as a foundation for other activities that are designed to promote growth in the aforementioned areas.  Students will be required to write literary, argumentative, and personal expressive pieces.  All of these pieces will be placed in the student’s formative portfolio.  Students will also be challenged to develop inquiry/researching skills that include using technology for communication. This course includes summer reading.             

Honors English 1          1 credit         Open to 9

The basic difference between Honors English and “regular” English is the linking of form to meaning.  In the past, students were taught the form-historical background of literature, themes, tone, character development, conflict, and other elements of literature- but often did not learn to connect the language-the way the words work together on the page-with meaning.  This connection-this linking-must be clear to students in the next two years if they are to excel not only on AP Exams but in college classes.  English I students should also develop fluency, creativity, and a sense of risk-taking in writing- fully developed essays, short paragraph answers, highly structured responses to specific questions, and original poetry.  The objective is to make readers, writers, and learners out of new high school students.  During the summer, students will have a reading assignment. This course includes summer reading.

English 2         1 credit         Open to 10

English 2 focuses on grammar, developmental composition skills, and in-depth reading skills.  Students will refine literary, argumentative, and analytical writing skills.  Students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in writing to argue a point.  They will also be required to free write freely as well as complete essays on assigned topics. They will read short stories, poems, drama, novels, and non-fiction from selected world literature. This course includes summer reading.  PREREQUISITE: English 1.

Honors English 2          1 credit                            Open to 10  Pre-AP English 2 is a course emphasizing close reading/literary analysis and developmental composition skills that will support student growth as thinkers and clear effective writers. Students will learn to write in various forms and develop “on demand” writing skills, without extended time or revisions.  They will also study all genres including drama, poetry, non-fiction, short stories and novels. During the course of the year, they must read a combination of 6 independent texts, including novels and plays, from the suggested AP Board recommended list. Completion of summer reading is recommended. At the end of this course, all students may be required to take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which could count for up to 20% of each student’s grade.  PREREQUISITE: Honors English 1 or consent of current English teacher. This course includes summer reading.

English 3                                                                                      1 credit                                             Open to 11 English 3 focuses on survey of American Literature, continued writing development, and ACT test prep.  Students will focus on extended writing as well as on-demand writing. They will learn to write in various forms and develop “on demand” writing skills, without extended time or revisions.  Additionally, each English 3 student will refine and apply research and documentation skills through a variety of expository writing assignments. Works studied in English III include novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and essays.  This course includes summer reading. PREREQUISITE: English 2

Advanced Placement English Language & Composition  1 credit                                                       Open to 11 The AP Language and Composition course is designed to help students become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and to become skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes.  As in the college course, the purpose of the AP Language and Composition course is to enable students to read complex texts with understanding and to write prose of sufficient richness and complexity to communicate effectively with mature readers.  Much of the class discussion will focus on the author’s technique, meaning, and expressions of philosophical ideas.  Students should expect this course to be similar to an introductory college writing course that focuses on exposition, argument, and literary analysis.  This course includes summer reading.  PREREQUISITE:  Minimum of a B in English 2 or consent of English 2 teacher.

English 4           1 credit         Open to 12

English 4 is a yearlong required course that will enable students to become skilled readers of a wide-range of literature, including: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and short stories before they graduate. Students are expected to read and respond to a variety of grade-level texts, independently, in group discussions, reading conferences, and in writing. All facets of language arts - listening, speaking, reading, language, and real-world writing will be covered. The study of language in use – vocabulary, grammar, mechanics, sentence structure, and usage will be incorporated in this yearlong course as well. Ultimately, we are going to be about becoming: better thinkers, better readers, better writers, better speakers, and better people. This course includes summer reading. PREREQUISITE: English 3

Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition  1 credit                                              Open to 12 The Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition Course provides students with a course in composition and literary analysis which makes demands equivalent to those of a full year introductory college course. Through the close study of all genres, students sharpen their abilities to appreciate and evaluate literature.  Numerous on-demand literary analysis essays are required, as well as assessments using AP-style multiple choice questions. Students should expect this course to be similar to an introductory college writing course that focuses on literary analysis. This course includes summer reading.  PREREQUISITE:  AP English Language or consent of English 3 teacher.

ENG 101 (Dual Credit-BCTC)                       1 high school credit per course        Open to 11, 12

Focuses on academic writing. Provides instruction in drafting and revising essays that express ideas in Standard English, including reading critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, researching and documenting sources. Includes review of grammar, mechanics and usage.

This course is offered on the SCHS campus.  PREREQUISITE: 3.0 GPA or ACT benchmark of 18 in English and 20 in Reading.

ENG 102 (Dual Credit-BCTC)                        1 high school credit per course        Open to 11, 12

Emphasizes argumentative writing. Provides further instruction in drafting and systematically revising essays that express ideas in Standard English. Includes continued instruction and practice in reading critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, and researching and documenting credible academic sources. NOTE: This course is only available to those students who have successfully completed ENG 101.  This course is offered on the SCHS campus.  PREREQUISITE: 3.0 GPA or ACT benchmark of 18 in English and 20 in Reading, and passing score in ENG 101.

English Electives (these do NOT satisfy Required English Credits)

Creative Writing        1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Creative Writing class will explore techniques in writing poetry, fiction, and plays/scripts. Students will set personal writing goals and achieve these goals through revision and peer critique.  We will read articles and possibly books on writing. Students will write often, both individually and collaboratively. Class members will learn personal revision and peer revision techniques.  PREREQUISITE: Students must have passed their English class this school year to be eligible for Creative Writing class.

Journalism           1 credit         Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

The goal of this advanced course is to provide students with exposure to how the field of journalism is changing, and to respond to newsworthy items in real time via the school's online newspaper site and its various social media outlets. Students will cover news stories for the high school and the local Georgetown community while learning and using the media technology of the 21st century.  Students will also learn the unique characteristics of magazine layout to create a yearbook for the school using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, two programs used by professional journalists across the country.   All journalism students will be involved in reporting, interviews, writing and photography; however, many assignments will be tailored to the student's strongest interest and skills.  Some after-school time is involved. Students should have at least a “B” average in their current English course, no more than 6 unexcused absences, and a recommendation from their current English teacher. The recommendation must be turned in to the counseling office before the student will be scheduled into Journalism. 

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MATHEMATICS

General /Minimum Scott County Graduation Requirements

*Additional elective Math courses are available in the course guide that students can take concurrently with required core curricular classes listed above or during 12th grade.  

Advanced Mathematics Curriculum with Weighted Courses

*Additional electives and College Board Advanced Placement Math courses are available in the course guide that can    

  be taken concurrently with another core curriculum Math class or during 12th grade.

• All students must take four years of math in high school to include Algebra 1, and Geometry. The other two math credits should be aligned to the student’s ILP (college and career) plans.

• Middle school courses taken for high school credit will impact the student’s GPA.  Students earning less than an “A” in middle school courses that count for high school credit may retake those courses prior to entering the 10th grade in an attempt to be eligible for Valedictorian.

Algebra 1                                                         1 credit                                      Open to 9

This course is designed for students to gain an understanding of algebra by emphasizing concepts, structure, and applications. Problem solving, mathematical communication, reasoning, and mathematical connections will be stressed.  Topics include an intensive study of one-variable equations, functions and inequalities, two-variable graphing and families of functions, slope, polynomial operations, and factoring.  

Honors Algebra 1        1 credit        Open to 9

This course is open only to 9th grade students who have either taken Algebra 1 in the 8th grade but didn’t meet the minimum score to earn the credit, OR who are wanting to be challenged to a more rigorous and advanced study. This course is designed for college-bound students who are planning to continue with the pre-college curriculum and pursue Advanced Placement mathematics in laters grades, or complete at least through precalculus before graduating.

Geometry         1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Emphasis is placed on discovery, proof, and realistic applications of geometric relationships and principles.  Topics include constructions, transformations, polygons, quadrilaterals, parallel lines, inductive and deductive reasoning, points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, similarity and congruence, trigonometry, circles, geometric solids, area, volume, and coordinate geometry.  Additional topics can include inequalities in triangles and circles and locus of points.   TI-84 graphing calculators are recommended. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1.

Honors Geometry          1 credit        Open to 9, 10

This course is open to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1 and is designed for college-bound students who are planning to take pre-calculus in the 11th grade.  Emphasis is placed on discovery, proof, and realistic applications of geometric relationships and principles.  Topics include construction, transformations, polygons, quadrilaterals, parallel lines, inductive and deductive reasoning, points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, similarity and congruence, trigonometry, circles, geometric solids, area, volume, and coordinate geometry.  Additional topics may include inequalities in triangles and circles and locus of points.  Hands-on activities and interactive geometry software may be used to aid in students’ discovery process.  TI-84+ graphing calculators are recommended. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 credit earned in middle school or COREQUISITE-Algebra 1 Honors with teacher recommendation).

Algebra 2                                                                          1 credit                                         Open to 11, 12

In addition to expanding the mathematical concepts of Algebra 1, emphasis shall be placed on preparation for study of higher mathematics including abstract thinking skills, and the algebraic solution of problems in various content areas.  Topics include the complex number system, quadratic equations, graphs of functions and their transformations, polynomials, radicals, exponential functions, sequences and series, and probability.  A graphing calculator is recommended. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry, or taking Geometry concurrently.

Honors Algebra 2                                                                                 1 credit                                              Open 10, 11

This course is designed for students who intend to study calculus.  It expands the regular Algebra 2 content to include higher order problems, appropriate use of graphing technology and integration of Geometry and Algebra.  A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Honors Geometry (C or higher) OR Geometry (B or higher with teacher recommendation).

Integrated Math         1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This year-long course is designed to strengthen basic algebraic and problem solving skills so students may successfully show College and Career readiness (reaching benchmark on ACT). Seniors with a Pre-Calculus credit may not take this course. This course does not count towards the core course requirements for NCAA eligibility nor scholarships.

Probability and Statistics        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

Probability & Statistics introduces students to the basic concepts and logic of statistical reasoning and gives the students introductory-level practical ability to choose, generate, and properly interpret appropriate descriptive and inferential methods. In addition, the course helps students gain an appreciation for the diverse applications of statistics and its relevance to their lives and fields of study.  PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry, or taking Geometry concurrently.

Financial Mathematics        1 credit        Open to 12

The course immerses students in the personal finance concepts such as budgeting/personal finance, credit, debt, consumer awareness, college planning, financial services, income and taxes, insurance, housing and real estate, investments, and global economics.  PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry, or taking Geometry concurrently. This course does not count towards the core course requirements for NCAA eligibility nor scholarships.

Intro College Math/Algebra 3                                             1 credit                                                Open to 12

This year-long course is designed as the 4th year of math after Algebra 2. In this course students will study various types of equations, such as linear, quadratic, polynomial, and trigonometric, as well as some modeling and application problems. Students will be given opportunities to solve real-world math problems, graph and analyze data, and improve algebraic and abstract thinking skills. This course is meant to help prepare students to succeed in college math courses. PREREQUISITES: 19 on the ACT, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2.

Precalculus        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This course is designed to prepare students to take college level calculus, either AP Calculus or a college course in calculus.  It includes an emphasis on linear, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Students will make appropriate use of technology.  A graphing calculator is required.  PREREQUISITE: Geometry and Algebra 2.

Advanced Placement Precalculus          1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This course is designed to prepare students to take AP Calculus.  It includes an emphasis on polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions.  Polar coordinates will be explored along with conic sections.  The course ends with a preview of calculus including limits.  A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Honors Algebra 2 (C or higher), Algebra 2 (B or higher with teacher recommendation), and Geometry.

Advanced Placement Calculus AB           1 credit        Open to 12

This course has been designed as a rigorous and relevant study of calculus that is taught at an accelerated rate. All topics tested on the AP Calculus AB exam will be covered.  The course is meant to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the study of calculus by investing concepts analytically, graphically, verbally, and numerically. By the end of the course, students should be well prepared for the AP Calculus AB Exam which could result in college credit for Calculus I.  Requirements:  TI-84+ graphing calculator.  For a more in-depth description, go to APCentral.com.    PREREQUISITE: Honors Pre-calculus or Pre-Calculus with teacher recommendation.

Advanced Placement Statistics          1 credit        Open to 11, 12

The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.  Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:

1. Exploring Data: describing patterns and departures from patterns

2. Sampling and Experimentation: planning and conducting a study

3. Anticipating Patterns: exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation

4. Statistical Inference: estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses.  

PREREQUISITE: Algebra 2

Requirements:  TI-84+ graphing calculator.

Math Electives (these do NOT satisfy Required Math Credits)

Advanced Placement Computer Science        1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Students will program and apply learned concepts through programming. Programming is defined, by the K-12 CS Framework, as the craft of analyzing problems and designing, writing, testing, and maintaining programs to solve them. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry

Introduction to Computer Science        1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Introduction to Computer Science is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. Rather than focusing the entire course on learning particular software tools or programming languages, the course is designed to focus on the conceptual ideas of computing and help students understand why certain tools or languages might be utilized to solve particular problems. The goal of the course is to develop in students the computational practices of algorithm development, problem solving and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today’s students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers, and societal and ethical issues.

ACT Math Prep        1 credit                                          Open to 11, 12

The purpose of ACT Math Prep is to increase student awareness of the importance and significance of preparation for improving their ACT college entrance exam score. The students will become more confident of their ability with various concepts and relationships with the Math and Science areas tested by the ACT. Students will learn how to think systematically and use the precise logic required for solving typical problems found on the ACT exam. Course will focus on: algebra, geometry, trig, data representation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpoints. Active involvement in and successful completion of the course should lead the student to greater confidence and higher scores on the Math and Science portions ACT exam. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry, or taking Geometry concurrently.

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SCIENCE

 General /Minimum State Graduation Requirements

*Additional elective science courses are available in the course guide that students can take concurrently with required core curricular classes listed above or during 12th grade.  

Scientific or Technical Academic/Career Oriented Curriculum

*Additional electives, College Board Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit science courses are available in the course guide that can be taken concurrently with another core curriculum honors science class or during 12th grade.

Intro to Biology w/ESS                                                         1 credit                                Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students develop a conceptual understanding of Biology and Earth/Space Science. They experience biology and Earth/space science concepts, as outlined in the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science, such as structure and function of cells; molecular basis of heredity; biological change; changes in the Earth system; interdependence of organisms; matter, energy and organization in living systems; and the behavior of organisms. There is a $10 lab fee for materials. 

Intro Chemistry w/ESS                                                               1 credit                                  Open to 10, 11, 12

Students develop a conceptual understanding of Chemistry and Earth/Space Science, as outlined in the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science, through the use of the science and engineering practices. They experience chemistry and Earth/space science concepts such as the structure of atoms, structure and properties of matter, chemical reactions, geochemical cycles, and formation and ongoing changes of the universe. There is a $10 lab fee for materials.

Principles of Technology w/ Earth and Space Science          1 credit                                       Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students develop understandings of traditional physics and Earth/space science concepts, as outlined in the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science, through the use of the science and engineering practices. Students investigate concepts of force, work, efficiency, rate, and energy. Students apply conceptual understandings to industrial, technological, and personal situations.  There is a $10 fee for materials used in class.

Physics                                                         1 credit                               Open to 11, 12

Students develop a conceptual understanding of physics as outlined in the Kentucky Academic Standards for Science. They experience concepts such as motions and forces, conservation of energy and the increase in disorder, interactions of energy and matter. There is a $10 fee for materials used in class.

Advanced Placement Biology                                              1 credit                                    Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

AP Biology is an introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations as they explore topics like evolution, energetics, information storage and transfer, and system interactions.. The course  and exam description can be found on the College Board website at: AP Biology Course and Exam Description. There is a $15 lab fee for materials. Co-Requisite: Scientific Technology, Ethics, and Career Research.

Scientific Technology, Ethics, and Career Research         1 credit                          Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is a co-requisite for AP Biology. Students will have the opportunity to delve more deeply into topics of interest from that course.  They will also engage in several research projects relating to their individual learning plans and career interests. Students will gain experience and expertise in production of media-based presentations, empirically supported oral and written reports, and the software applications and presentation strategies used for effective communication of scientific ideas. This course is key to preparing our freshmen for the advanced academic pathway. For 10-12 graders who take AP Bio as an elective, it will serve as a valuable introduction to skills needed for academic and professional success in scientific and technical fields. CO-REQUISITE: AP Biology.

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Advanced Placement Chemistry                                 1 credit                                    Open to 10, 11, 12

AP Chemistry is an introductory college-level chemistry course. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based lab investigations as they explore the four Big Ideas: scale, proportion, and quantity; structure and properties of substances; transformations; and energy. The course  and exam description can be found on the College Board website at: AP Chemistry Course and Exam Description. There is a $15 lab fee for materials.

Advanced Placement Physics 1                                             1 credit                                  Open to 10, 11, 12

AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through classroom study, in-class activity, and hands-on, inquiry-based laboratory work as they explore concepts like systems, fields, force interactions, change, conservation, and waves. The course  and exam description can be found on the College Board website at: AP Physics 1 Course and Exam Description. There is a $15 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1, Geometry, and at least one prior lab-based high school science course.

Science Electives (these do NOT satisfy Required Science Credits)

Organic Chemistry                                                  1 credit                               Open to 11, 12 Organic chemistry is a challenging course in college that often  leads students to change their degree or career path. This course is designed to better prepare students interested in scientific, medical, or technical academic and career paths when they encounter organic chemistry in college. This cursory introduction to organic chemistry will focus on the chemistry of organic molecules, using mechanism and movement of electrons, and arrangement of the molecule. There is a $15 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Intro to Chem/ESS or AP Chemistry

Anatomy and Physiology         1 credit        Open to 11, 12

Human Anatomy and Physiology is a laboratory-based course that investigates the structure and function of the human body. This course is highly recommended for students wanting to enter the medical field. Topics covered will include the basic organization of the body, biochemical composition, and major body systems along with the impact of diseases on certain systems. Students will engage in many topics and competencies related to truly understanding the structure and function of the human body. Working from the topics of basic anatomical terminology to the biochemical composition of the human body, all the way into great detail of each of the major systems of the body, students will learn through reading materials, study guides, unit worksheets, group work, projects, and labs. High levels of achievement will be in effect. Students will be responsible for proper use of lab equipment, lab reports, and projects assigned throughout each unit. One of the goals of this course is to prepare students with the skills necessary to be successful in future science classes in college. There is a $15 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Chemistry.  

Astronomy        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This course focuses on the study of basic astronomical principles, stars, planets, and galaxies. Other topics that will be covered include the solar system, stellar evolution, black holes, supernovas, the history of astronomy, etc. Students will learn through reading materials, videos, hands-on activities, group work, projects, and labs.  There is a $10 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 and at least one high school lab-based science class

Forensic Science         1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This elective class is designed to integrate all of the sciences:  biology, chemistry, physics, earth science as well as mathematics, in the study of crime scene investigations both in the field and in the laboratory.  Emphasis will be on performing sample crime scene investigations and using technology for simulated crime scene work. There is a $10 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Biology or Chemistry.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

General /Minimum State Graduation Requirements

*Additional elective Social Studies courses are available in the course guide that students can take concurrently with required core curricular classes listed above or during 12th grade.  

Pre-College Curriculum

*Additional electives and College Board Advanced Placement  courses are available in the course guide that can be taken concurrently with another core curriculum honors Social Studies class or during 12th grade.

Integrated Social Studies         1 credit        Open to 9

This course is an overview of many of the disciplines of social studies.  The purpose of the course is to introduce life skills necessary to become a productive community member as well as basic skills needed to succeed in higher-level social studies courses.  Areas of study include economics, geography, civics, and government.  Thinking, reasoning, and cultural diversity are integrated throughout the course.

Advanced Placement U.S. Government & Politics        1 credit                            Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a challenging, college level course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the structure and inner workings of the government and politics of the United States.  Topics will include the following: the constitutional underpinnings of the U.S. government, the political beliefs and behaviors of individuals, political parties, interest groups and mass media, the institutions of federal government (including Congress, the presidents and the executive branch bureaucracy, and the federal courts), the formulation and shaping of public policy, and civil rights and civil liberties.  The primary goal of the course is to prepare students to take the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam.  Students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments and actively participate in class. 

Advanced Placement Human Geography        1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

The AP Human Geography course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students learn to employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications.

World History in Modern Times        1 credit        Open to 10

The World History course will extend students’ knowledge of the world gained in middle school, reviewing civilizations after 1500. Students will comprehend the contemporary world, based on an understanding and appreciation of the past.  The course shall embrace a global view of the history of humankind. The course will be interdisciplinary, drawing on concepts from social studies disciplines, including history, anthropology, economics, geography, political science, psychology, and sociology, as well as utilizing the arts, literature, and philosophy.

Advanced Placement World History         1 credit        Open to 10

The purpose of AP World History is to understand how human societies develop over time.  AP World History will focus equally on the history of Africa, Asia, South America, the Middle East, Europe and North America.  Students will learn how to analyze and develop conclusions about the causes and effects of history.  Students will learn how factors such as disease, war, trade, culture, geography, gender, governments, technology, and invention shape the world we live in today.  To be successful, students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments along with actively participating in the class discussions.  

U.S. History  1877 - Present        1 credit        Open to 11

The United States History course serves as a capstone to the study of America’s history in fifth through eighth grades.  The focus will be on colonization to the present, looking at the forces that shaped and continue to shape political, economic, and social institutions and the impact of those forces on the development of the United States in the Twentieth Century.  

Advanced Placement U.S. History         1 credit        Open to 11

This is a challenging, college level course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of American literature and history.   The primary goal of the course is to prepare students to take the AP exam in U.S. History.  To be successful, students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments and actively participate in class.  

Social Studies Electives

Advanced Placement European History        1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

AP European History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university European history course. In AP European History students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods from approximately 1450 to the present.

Psychology         1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

This class deals with the study of human behavior and its influence on one’s own life and behavior. In addition, psychology seeks to understand and explain thoughts, emotions, feelings, and behavior. Depending on the topic of study, students will use techniques such as observation, assessment, and experimentation to develop theories about the beliefs and feelings that influence a person’s actions.

Advanced Placement Psychology        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

As a college level course, the purpose of AP Psychology is to introduce the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals.  Included is a consideration of the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology.  Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice.  At the end of the class, students will be able to take the AP Psychology exam which can lead to the student earning college credit in that field.  The class is open to all juniors and seniors.  Regular psychology is not a prerequisite for this course.

Advanced Placement Comparative Gov’t/Politics        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

Attention future leaders in politics, business, law, international relations, economics, or those simply interested in the wider world around them. In AP Comparative Government and Politics, we will unpack the fundamental concepts on Political Science. We will aim to illustrate the rich diversity of political life, to show available institutional alternatives, to explain differences in processes and policy outcomes, and to communicate the importance of global, political, and economic changes. In addition to covering these major concepts, the course will cover specific countries and their governments. Six countries form the core of the AP Comparative Government and Politics course: China, Great Britain, Mexico, Nigeria, Iran, and Russia. By using these six core countries, the course can move the discussion of concepts from abstract definition to concrete example.  Come to the table ready to learn, debate, question, discover, and walk away with a broader understanding of global issues facing our planet.

Global Issues: Holocaust and Genocide                              1 credit                                       Open to 11, 12

This course will examine persistent issues related to social, political, and economic facets of human behavior.  This is an opportunity for the mature pupil to examine the Holocaust from all facets as a historical event through primary & secondary sources, as well as art, literature & film studies, and student research projects.  We will delve into the concepts of hate/prejudice/racism, how and why the Holocaust occurred, the process of destruction, other groups targeted by the Nazis, responses to the Holocaust, what is genocide and what other genocides have occurred worldwide in the 20th & 21st centuries.  Lastly, we will look at a selection of 20th century dictators and their roles in the nullification of human rights in their respective countries.  This class is open only to juniors and seniors and due to the mature and sensitive nature of the topics discussed, must have a behavior & content contract, approved by both student and parent/guardian to participate. 

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Health and Physical Education

General /Minimum State Graduation Requirements

Health        ½ credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

This one-half credit course is designed to teach skills necessary for individual well-being and healthy family relationships.  It also emphasizes the concepts students need to remain physically healthy and to accept responsibility for their own physical well-being.  Students are taught strategies for becoming and remaining mentally and emotionally healthy.

Physical Education         ½ credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

In this one-half credit course, students will perform movement skills in a variety of settings.  Students will acquire knowledge and skills that promote physical activity and life-long physical fitness.  Emphasis will be placed on rules of behavior, fair play, and cooperation designed to enhance the quality of participation in games and activities that contribute to mental, emotional, and social health.  Students will be required to dress out in clothing approved by the instructor.

Strength and Conditioning        ½ credit or 1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

This co-ed class is designed to offer students a chance to improve their current fitness levels.  It will be geared towards health and skill related fitness components. Class activities will include exercise technique and form, safety awareness, flexibility, coordination and agility, balance, periodization training, different modes of resistance training, and plyometric training.  There will be periodic assessments to mark progress.  Students will be required to pay a $20 class fee (SBDM approved).  Satisfies the PE requirement.

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ARTS AND MUSIC

Visual and Performing Arts

The Arts/Humanities graduation requirement may be fulfilled with one credit in any of the courses offered within our Visual and Performing Arts courses. Additionally, BCTC’s HUM 120 course (dual credit) or completing through Spanish 3, French 3 or Japanese 3 fulfills the humanities requirement as well.

Dramatic Arts

Introduction to Theatre           1 credit                        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to develop a knowledge of theatrical concepts and techniques that will enable students to create new theatre pieces (work-in-progress/complete), perform existing theatre works and respond to both studio exercises and performances. Introduction to Theatre covers multiple styles of dramatic literature and uses a variety of connections to historical and cultural contexts. Introduction to Theatre sets the stage for both a performance and a technical theatre emphasis and students engage on a basic level with skills and knowledge in and of: acting and improvisation, theatre design and technology, theatre history and appreciation, dramatic literature and critique, and theatre administration.

Fine Arts

History & Appreciation of Visual & Performing Arts            1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students are introduced to a survey of significant works, artists, and movements that have shaped the arts world and have influenced or reflected various periods of history in the arts disciplines of dance, music, theatre and visual art. Course content emphasizes the sequential evolution of art forms, techniques, symbols, and themes within those disciplines. The course covers the connections of the arts to cultural, social, political, and historical events throughout the world. Critical analysis of works from the disciplines, as they communicate and express the history, needs, and ideals of society and individuals is included. The course provides for students to experience creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding and connecting their own works as well as the works of others.

Fundamentals of Art and Design           1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Students are introduced to the basic fundamentals of artistic expression. The course includes experiences in drawing, painting, two-and three-dimensional design, sculpture, and other art forms. The course emphasizes observations, interpretation of the visual environment, visual communication, imagination and symbolism, and an introduction to various visual arts techniques and media. The focus of the course is on application of the fundamental processes of artistic expression and application of the concepts and approaches in the symbolic aspects of art and design to two- and three-dimensional problems so that they demonstrate a range of abilities and versatility with technique, problem solving, and ideation. A study of historical and contemporary art and artists from a worldwide perspective, and instruction and practice in peer review through the critique process, presentation or their responding to art and connecting their art to the world around them are included.

Comprehensive Visual Arts           1 credit        Open to 10, 11, 12

Each section is a different class and can be repeated for additional visual arts credits.

Students explore an art form, obtaining knowledge in that form to plan and create individual works of art based on such knowledge, while following and breaking from traditional conventions. Students examine the language, materials, media, and processes of that particular art form and the fundamental processes of artistic expression supporting a work. Advanced instruction encourages students to develop their own artistic styles. Although Comprehensive Visual Arts courses focus on creation, inclusion of the study and analysis of major artists, art movements, and styles is included. In completing this course, students consider various techniques, methods, venues, and criteria for analyzing and selecting their art for preservation and presentation, including evolving technologies when preparing and refining artwork for display. Prerequisite: 70% (C) or better in Fundamentals of Art and Design.  PREREQUISITE: Fundamentals of Art and Design

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

Scott County High School features one of Kentucky’s premiere high school music departments. The band and choir programs at SCHS offers students opportunities to have fun and interact with other musicians while developing and refining individual musicianship, performing in the highest quality ensembles, cultivating leadership skills, and artistically expressing themselves. Music students are among the most involved, academically driven, and spirited groups in the school!

All bands and choirs meet the Arts and Humanities requirement. While students can prepare for a career in music and can choose a high school concentration in the arts, musically inclined students in all career pathways are encouraged to participate in four years of music ensembles, keeping in mind that many professions and colleges are particularly interested in depth and longevity of participation, regardless of collegiate major.

SCHS students are able to participate in music ensembles for 4 years and also take dual credit courses, attend ECS, play on athletic teams, and be involved in a variety of other programs.

Choral Music         1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Choral Music – The choirs are audition-only ensembles for students who are willing to give total concentration as well as hard physical and vocal work during class.  Students are expected to possess proficient singing skills. Students will study, rehearse, and perform music of various styles and difficulty.  Students will also study music theory, history, and build music literacy skills.  This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit.  Regular attendance is a must and attendance at performances is compulsory. Attendance is a must and attendance at performances is compulsory.  Our HS choirs have earned numerous accolades and have a strong tradition of excellence.   An outfit rental fee of $35 is required.  

Piano          1 credit          Open to 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to help students develop piano skills or improve skills if they are already proficient. The reading and playing of basic chords and simple melodies will be taught, progressively getting more challenging.  An individualized approach will be used to encourage students to make progress at their own pace.  Basic music theory and history of the Fine Arts is integrated throughout the year.  This course meets the state requirement for the Arts/Humanities credit. Many students make impressive progress in one year!  A class fee of $15 is required, and covers the cost of the Piano Lesson Book(s), which students may keep at the end of the year.

Music Theory                                   1 credit                                     Open to 10, 11, 12

This class is designed for music students seeking a deeper understanding of how music is structured and composed. Develop fundamentals of sight-singing, ear-training, and notation that will enhance your performance skills in any ensemble and prepare you for further musical study.  Includes skills, techniques, and terminology of chordal analysis and compositional analysis.  Homework is required.  Students must have music training through at least one year of high school band, chorus or piano and must get the teacher’s approval.  PREREQUISITE:  Band, Choir or Piano.

BAND

Scott County High School’s nationally recognized band program includes multiple leveled concert bands, basketball pep band, the Cardinal Marching Band, and opportunities for jazz and chamber music participation.

• Students work to improve individual and group musicianship through productive and fun rehearsals, quality performances, and the study of worthwhile music literature.

• The Scott County band offers a creative outlet during the school day for students to artistically express themselves, develop and implement leadership skills, and participate in team building.

• Students acquire not only the technical and artistic skills to play an instrument well, but they gain the discipline and social awareness necessary to succeed in any course of study they may wish to pursue.

• Join the SCHS Band family and get involved in one the most spirited and academically accomplished groups in the school. Extra opportunities for performances and travel are offered.

• All bands meet the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Students earn 1 credit per year in band.

• Students audition for band placement in the spring semester of the previous year.  Students interested in Intro to Band class must complete the application and return to Mrs. King.

Symphonic Winds (Honors Band)          1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection determined by Band Directors

Symphonic Winds is an audition-only group for the most accomplished students in the band program.  Study, rehearse, and perform advanced literature of the highest quality from all styles and periods.  Students in this band combine with the Concert Band and members of the Intro to Band course to form the Cardinal Marching Band (football season only) and Pep Band (basketball season only). This course is curricular and extra-curricular, with required performances and some after school rehearsals.

Concert Band         1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection determined by Band Directors

Concert Band is an audition-only group for band students. Study, rehearse, and perform quality music of medium difficulty from all styles and periods. Students in this band combine with the Concert Band and members of the Intro to Band course to form the Cardinal Marching Band (football season only) and Pep Band (basketball season only). This course is curricular and extra-curricular, with required performances and some after school rehearsals.

SCHS Band Percussion Class          1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection determined by Band Directors

Percussion class is an audition-only group for all of the percussionists in the SCHS band program. Develop and refine your performance skills while studying, rehearsing, and performing quality music of advanced and medium difficulty from all styles and periods. Students in the percussion class will integrate with the Cardinal Marching Band (football season only), Pep Band (basketball season only), and both Symphonic Winds and Concert Band. This course is curricular and extra-curricular, with required performances and some after school rehearsals.

Intro to Band (Beginning Band & Preparatory Band)          1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection open and determined by Band Directors

Wish that you had learned how to play an instrument when you had the chance? Interested in trying something new? Want to connect with other students making music?  This band is divided into 2-3 sections and is open to students who are interested in learning to play a band instrument (beginning band) and students who need additional instruction in order to reach proficiency on their instruments (preparatory band).

Beginning Section - No previous band experience is necessary, and we can assist you in choosing an instrument if you want to get involved but are undecided. Beginning students learn to properly produce a tone and read music. Beginning students will have two required performances, and will have the opportunity to integrate into the Cardinal Marching Band and pep band as skill levels progress.  Interested students must complete the application and return to Mrs. King.

Preparatory Section - Students in the preparatory section will be placed in this band through audition and director recommendation. Preparatory students will continue to refine tone production and note reading skills to reach proficiency, and begin to develop leadership skills in the band rehearsal. Preparatory students are included in the Cardinal Marching Band (football season only) and pep band (basketball season only). This course is curricular and extra-curricular, with required performances and some after school rehearsals.

Secondary Section – Open to senior band members concurrently enrolled in Symphonic Winds who are considering a career in music. Students can learn a “secondary instrument” and acquire experience in teaching others on the “primary instrument.” Students are placed in the secondary section only through director recommendation.

Instrumental Chamber Music        1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection determined by Band Directors

Instrumental Chamber Music is open to any student concurrently enrolled in Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, or percussion class. Study, rehearse, and perform solo literature and chamber ensemble music, and have the opportunity to prepare audition materials and explore jazz improvisation/combos. Develop practice skills and leadership skills that will prepare you for success in any career. This course is curricular and extra curricular, with required performances.

Jazz Band – After-School Class              ½ credit               Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Course selection determines by Band Directors

Jazz Bands 1 & 2 allow SCHS students to explore the complex American art form of jazz.  Membership in a jazz band is by successful audition and permission by the instructor only.  Rehearsals are from 3:55-4:45 on selected days.  Each band performs at concerts, community events, and festivals. 

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World Languages

French 1        1 credit        Open to 9, 10, 11

This course is designed to develop language skills and to prepare students for living in a global society. Classroom instruction is designed to develop the ability to communicate in a second language by involving students in communicative tasks. Classroom instruction includes listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Topics include: telling time, talking about school and classes, expressing likes and dislikes, greeting others, knowing the terminology for numbers, clothing, and food, and discussing family.  All of this will be taught in a contemporary cultural context from countries in the French speaking world.

French 2                                                                                 1 credit                                        Open to 10, 11, 12

This course is a continuation of French 1, in which students continue to develop language skills and prepare to live in a global society. Classroom instruction is designed to develop the ability to communicate in a second language by involving students in communicative tasks. Classroom instruction includes listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Discourse is expanded to include past, present and future time frames.  Students will learn French in a contemporary cultural context, including topics with food, housing, and regions of France.  Topics include:  pastime activities, daily routine, food, sports and health, and film discussions. PREREQUISITE: French 1 or equivalent level.

Honors French 3                                                                    1 credit                                            Open to 11, 12

This course is a continuation of French 2, in which students continue to develop language skills needed to live in a global society. Classroom instruction is designed to develop the ability to communicate in a second language by involving students in communicative tasks. Classroom instruction includes listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Discourse is expanded to include multiple time frames.   Students will learn French in a contemporary cultural context, including topics with travel and French-speaking countries.  Course will be conducted primarily in French.  Topics include:  navigating an airport, making reservations at a hotel, advanced descriptions of people and objects, relationships, shopping, driving, and professions.  PREREQUISITE: French 2 or equivalent level. Completion of this course fulfills the humanities requirement for graduation.

Advanced Placement French                                                   1 credit                                                        Open to 12

This college-level class is the capstone course of our program.  Students will focus on refining their skills in the areas of speaking, reading, listening, and writing, all presented in cultural context.  AP French is organized around the following six themes as outlined by College Board: Global Challenges, Science & Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal & Public Identities, Families & Communities, and Beauty & Aesthetics.   Course will be conducted primarily in French.  Students are eligible to take the AP French test with the opportunity to earn college credit.  PREREQUISITE: Honors French 3 or equivalent level.

Japanese 1                                                                            1 credit                                            Open to 9, 10, 11

Japanese 1 introduces students to the Japanese language and culture.  Skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing will be developed through various activities and assignments.  Students also learn Japanese culture through a variety of activities. An affordable two week homestay program in Japan is offered each year for up to five Japanese language students who excel in the classroom with priority given to those in the upper levels.

Japanese 2                                                                           1 credit                                          Open to 10, 11, 12

This course will continue the language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) begun in Japanese 1. The study of Japanese culture will also continue.  PREREQUISITE: Japanese 1 or equivalent level.

Honors Japanese 3                                                              1 credit                                                Open to 11, 12

This course will continue the language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) covered in Japanese 2.  The study of Japanese culture will continue.  PREREQUISITE: Japanese 2 or equivalent level. Completion of this course fulfills the humanities requirement for graduation.

Advanced Placement Japanese /Japanese 4                     1 credit                                                      Open to 12

Students will continue to expand language skills learned in Japanese 1-3. Japanese culture will continue to be studied.  PREREQUISITE: Honors Japanese 3 or equivalent level.

Spanish 1                                                                              1 credit                                            Open to 9, 10, 11

In this introductory Spanish language course students practice interpersonal communication, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive listening and reading through themes of school, family, home, and leisure activities.  They will develop global awareness by studying the rich culture and heritage of Hispanic citizens in the U.S. as well as other countries.

Spanish 2                                                                              1 credit                                          Open to 10, 11, 12

In Spanish 2, students practice interpersonal communication, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive listening and reading through themes of healthful eating, hospitality, daily routines, and seeing a doctor.  They will further develop global awareness by studying the rich culture and heritage of Hispanic countries.  PREREQUISITE: Spanish 1 or equivalent level.

Honors Spanish 3                                                                1 credit                                                        Open to 11, 12

This honors Spanish course is for students considering continued studies in Advanced Placement.  Students are expected to use more Spanish in daily classroom interactions.   They practice interpersonal communication, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive listening and reading through various themes organized around authentic tasks.  They will progress towards global citizenship through greater awareness of international issues and perspectives. PREREQUISITE: Spanish 2 or equivalent level. Completion of this course fulfills the humanities requirement for graduation.

Advanced Placement Spanish                                1 credit                Open to 12 and approved native speakers

Advanced Placement Spanish is a course for college-bound students who want to earn college credit while in high school.  Students learn advanced grammar structures and increase vocabulary.   Students practice interpersonal communication, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive listening and reading through AP themes of community, science and technology, beauty, contemporary life, global challenges, and personal and public identities. Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP examination.  PREREQUISITE: Honors Spanish 3 or equivalent level.

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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

AP Study Hall        Non-Credit        Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

As Scott County adds two additional class options each year, students enrolling in AP courses may elect to take one dedicated period during the school day to work on classroom assignments.  This is offered as an opportunity to students and must be used as needed.  Students who are behind in credits may not be eligible to take a study hall.  Students who do not abide by the rules of quiet study during a study hall may be removed.                        

Teacher Aide        Non-Credit        Open to 12

Students will be assigned to work with a teacher in the high school or in an office situation.  PREREQUISITE: minimum of 18 credits and a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Peer Tutoring        1 credit        Open to 11, 12

This is a one credit course which assigns students to be peer tutors for students in the FMD/special education unit or ESL (English as a Second Language) students. PREREQUISITE: minimum of 17 credits, a minimum 2.75 GPA, and a teacher/counselor recommendation.  Students interested in ESL tutoring must have a strong background in the Spanish language.  

Dual Credit Prep Academy                                                         1 HS credit per course             Open to 10, 11, 12

The Prep Academy through Bluegrass Community and Technical College is a way to begin your college journey in high school. In the Prep Academy program you will take college level courses designed for bilingual, Latinx, Chicanx, Indigenous, Black or First Generation students. You will have individualized college coaching and peer mentorship from current college students just like you! Students will take HUM 120 (fulfills A/H credit) in the Fall and HIS 109 (fulfills US History credit) in the Spring. This program is offered on the SCHS campus.  PREREQUISITE: 2.5 GPA

Dual Credit Courses                                                1 HS credit per course                   Open to 11, 12

Dual Credit courses allow a student to earn high school credit and college credit simultaneously. Courses may be taught on a college campus or on a high school campus, but will be in conjunction with a college or university. Students must be approved for enrollment by the university or college of their choosing in order to take a dual credit class. Some local institutions participate in the state’s Dual Credit Scholarship Program (Midway University, BCTC, Eastern Kentucky University), where eligible students are awarded funds for two dual credit classes. Participating colleges charge 1/3 of the KCTCS hourly tuition rate ($72 per credit hour for the 2022-2023 year). A complete listing of participating colleges can be found online at kheaa.com. The student is responsible for submitting their college class schedule and final transcript to their School Counselor each semester. Learn more in the Off-Campus Dual Credit Opportunities section. PREREQUISITE: The state requires students to complete a 30-minute college success counseling session in order to participate in the Dual Credit Scholarship Program.

Dual Credit Bluegrass College Academy                                                                   Open to 11, 12

BCA is an opportunity through BCTC-Georgetown Campus for students to enroll in a full college course load during their Junior and Senior year as dual credit students. Students will not be enrolled in classes at the high school, but will be able to be involved in extracurricular activities. Students who participate in BCA their Junior and Senior year will have the opportunity to earn an Associate’s Degree upon high school graduation. Students must complete the BCA Application-due in spring. Learn more in the Off-Campus Opportunities for Dual Credit section. PREREQUISITES: Students interested must have successfully completed Algebra 2 and have at least a 3.2 GPA OR met benchmarks on the ACT.

WORK EXPERIENCE LEARNING (WEL)                        1 Credits                          Open to 12

Requesting this course is done through your counselor beginning two weeks prior to the start of the school year.  Enrollment in an anchor course is required as well.  Students who qualify for a CTE Co-op are not eligible for WEL. Work based experience provides an opportunity for students to work with a team consisting of a school advisor and potential employer to develop and improve on skills necessary to be successful in the workforce. The skills that are explored include job search, interviewing, job shadowing, communication skills, professionalism and working as a team. Career advising is an important element of this course and should take place in a real world context. The course may involve academic projects aligned to skills applied at the workplace.  Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences, in accordance with local, state and federal minimum wage requirements according to the Work-Based Learning Guide.  Transportation must be provided by the student/student’s family.  Actual employment must be arranged by the student before school begins and maintained to remain in the Work Experience Learning program.  

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Elkhorn Crossing School

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FAYETTE COUNTY TECHNICAL CENTERS

Required:  Completion of an application

The Fayette County Technical Centers offer career and technical occupational training to high school students.  All courses offered at Fayette County Technical Centers follow the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Career & Technical Education (CTE) curriculum and upon completion of an approved pathway of study will qualify the student as Career Ready.  Students interested in receiving training in one of the technical programs should have a satisfactory scholastic standing, possess an average mechanical ability, and be able to follow written and verbal instructions.  Acceptable standards of conduct, attendance, classroom work, and practical work are required for continuous enrollment.   Students may attend a Technical Center multiple years for more advanced training depending upon graduation requirements and scheduling needs.  Students who have achieved a level of acceptable work in a course may be allowed to participate in a work-based learning program, which allows students an opportunity to spend part of the school day working at a job in the community in a particular field of training.

Students will not take academic courses when attending Eastside/Southside.  Additionally, a student must be in good academic standing and receive verification that they are on track to graduate before being allowed to enroll at either program.

 EASTSIDE CAREER PATHWAYS/COURSES

EASTSIDE CAMPUS                                              3 Credits                                                Open to 11, 12

Students must apply and be accepted to attend Southside Career and Technical Center.  The application is available at: http://fcps.net/Eastside

Students from Scott County High School may only participate in programs which DO NOT HAVE AN EQUIVALENT OFFERING by either SCHS or ECS.  The exception would be if a student has started a program which is new to SCHS/ECS and not participating would mean the student could not earn PR status in the pathway.

TRANSPORTATION PATHWAY

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Students become knowledgeable in the various systems of automotive to develop skills in troubleshooting, performing preventive maintenance, and servicing and repairing automobiles.   Areas of study meet National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and current industry specifications and include engines, electrical systems, automotive electronics, brake systems, and steering & suspension.

COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY

From repairing small dents to rebuilding the bodies of wrecked or damaged vehicles, this program meets National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and current industry specifications and standards.  Students are taught the types of materials used in filler compounds, the colors and chemical make-up of paints, design and installation of trim, cost estimation and preparation for finish work.  Students who complete this program are qualified to continue their education at the postsecondary level as well as for employment in shops and dealerships.

DIESEL TECHNOLOGY

Students in diesel technology learn to repair and maintain heavy trucks, heavy equipment and diesel engines.  Students develop skills in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, repair and servicing of all vehicles and equipment that utilizes diesel power.  Instruction is focused on preparing students for postsecondary opportunities or career placement within this high-tech, high-demand career field.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DIGITAL DESIGN & GAME DEVELOPMENT - *2nd year students only

This course provides a broad and in-depth approach to computer programming through game design.  Using comprehensive theory and hands-on experiences, students will gain the skills and knowledge required for the entire development process of gaming from concept to completion.  Students will become proficient with such gaming programs as Gamemaker, Swift, Unity, Paint Tool SAI and STEAM. Students will be using desktops and laptops.  Opportunities may become available in programming languages (Ruby, Java, HTML, PHP, etc.), as well as, development of mobile applications for selected students.  Prior knowledge of Microsoft Office and completion of Algebra is highly recommended.

COMMUNICATION

CINEMATOGRAPHY AND VIDEO PRODUCTION                  

Students enrolled in Eastside’s Cinematography and Video Production program learn what it takes to be successful in today’s fast - paced multi-media world.  Our students are learning it all: reporting and anchoring for TV, videography, editing, behind the scenes news production, podcasting, blogging, composing original music for newscasts, and storytelling through digital photography.  Eastside students have access to the most up-to-date equipment. They will learn to use the same editing software used in academy award winning blockbusters.  Our students have the creative freedom to explore storytelling and turn their vision into multi-media masterpieces.

FLIGHT/AVIATION & AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Aviation students will receive training to earn a pilot's license and learn to master flight and/or navigation of unmanned drones, commercial and cargo aircraft, flight systems and controls, flight crew operations and radio communications, navigation procedures, safety and traffic regulations, and government rules.   Aerospace will apply mathematical and scientific principles to design, development and operational evaluation of aircraft, and space vehicles and their systems. This pathway prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge into the first phase of aviation training leading to a remote or private pilot license.

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SOUTHSIDE CAREER PATHWAYS/COURSES

 SOUTHSIDE CAMPUS                                         3 Credits                                       Open to 11, 12

Students must apply and be accepted to attend Southside Career and Technical Center.  The application is available at:  http://fcps.net/Southside

Students from Scott County High School may only participate in programs which DO NOT HAVE AN EQUIVALENT OFFERING by either SCHS or ECS. The exception would be if a student has started a program which is new to SCHS/ECS and not participating would mean the student could not earn PR status in the pathway.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY

CARPENTRY

The carpentry program teaches students to perform to national construction industry standards.  Students are recommended to have a strong background in mathematics as they will study math in the classroom and also in the lab.  Students are provided with hands-on carpentry experiences.  Students will have the opportunity to attain OSHA certifications.

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

Students in the program will have the opportunity to study and practice residential wiring, industrial electricity, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).  Students will learn how to install wiring, conduit, service motors, and much more.  Numerous fields of specialization are open to highly skilled electricians and the pay is very good.  

MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY

ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY

The program consists of class and lab activities using a modular approach to electronic circuitry.  Students will focus on Integrated Electronics with emphasis being placed upon home and industrial engineering and installation of security, theater, audio and surveillance systems. Students also have the opportunity to work with robotics.

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

The Industrial Technology Curriculum allows our students to explore and expand their knowledge in several areas of instruction.   Students will complete hands-on assignments utilizing VEX Robotics and the VEX Robotics Curriculum. There are four courses in the VEX curriculum ,Industrial Manufacturing, Electronics and Automation.  In addition to this curriculum, students will also be trained to use "G-Coding" which is a needed skill in operating CNC (Computer Numerical Control) equipment.  Our students can use a HAAS Mill which would be found in most manufacturing facilities.   Students will also expand their knowledge in PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), Mechatronics and FANUC.   

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OFF-CAMPUS DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES (COLLEGE CREDIT) 

Dual Credit: This is an opportunity in which high school Juniors and Seniors may be enrolled in high school and at a post-secondary institution concurrently while earning credit at both institutions. Students are responsible for their own transportation. Students follow the college’s academic calendar, which may require students to attend class on days when SCHS is not in session. Dual credit students will be released from school to attend class at a college campus (college schedule will be reviewed by school counselors to determine SCHS schedule). College Classes are semester based, so a student must enroll in the same number of classes in the Spring semester as they did in the Fall semester. Enrollment in 4 college courses for the Fall and Spring is considered a full-time student and will not be required to take any classes at SCHS, unless they are needed for graduation. *Please note each college will have a limit on the number of dual credit classes a student can take. There will be a Dual Credit Night offered in the month of February to learn more!

Bluegrass College Academy (BCA): This is an opportunity for Rising Juniors to enroll in 15 or more college credit hours each semester, allowing students to get a head start on college, saving both time and money. Rising Juniors can graduate high school with an associate's degree from BCTC. Below is a sample schedule of a BCA student’s schedule for their Junior and Senior year.

If interested in the Bluegrass College Academy through BCTC, there is a separate application that needs to be completed, in addition to the BCTC application. The application will be released by SCHS and can be found on the BCTC website. There will be a Dual Credit Night offered in the month of February to learn more!

*Dual Credit Information Sheet (22-23): Includes more details and direction on applying. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VQP477CMBG-lChU7LMw0lTxjqnZFTiFVUzbsdXOwr8U/edit

Join the Dual Credit REMIND: Text @cardsdc to 81010

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The Kentucky General Assembly allocated funding for dual credit scholarships to be spent through a program to be administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance  Authority (KHEAA).  

• Juniors and seniors attending Kentucky public high schools can earn FREE credit.
• Dual credit courses are courses for which high school students earn both high school credit and college credit simultaneously
• Eligible dual credit courses include general education courses and CTE courses in a state-approved pathway leading to an industry recognized certificate.
• Students may take courses at SCHS (if offered), ECS, or on a college campus at a participating postsecondary institution. (If off-campus, the school counselor must be notified).
• Students can earn up to 6 credit hours across a student’s high school career FREE.  
• The fee to take additional dual credit courses at participating post-secondary institutions was $72 per credit hour for the 2022-2023 school year.  
• According to the Education Commission of the States research, dual credit participation is associated with increased college retention and completion rates and  decreases the time and cost in completing a postsecondary credential.
• Don’t miss out on this scholarship opportunity to get started on your college  education NOW!!

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The Kentucky General Assembly allocated funding for Work Ready KY dual credit  scholarships to be spent through a program to be administered by the Kentucky Higher  Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA).  

• 9th – 12th graders attending Kentucky public high schools can earn FREE credit.
• Kentucky high school students enrolled in an approved career and technical dual  credit course at an eligible institution.
• Approved dual credit courses are limited to Career and Technical Education  coursework that is in a career pathway approved by the Kentucky Department of Education as leading to an industry-recognized credential.
• Students may take courses at SCHS (if offered), ECS, or on a college campus at a participating postsecondary institution. (If off-campus, the school counselor needs to be notified).
• Students can take two approved Career and Technical Education courses per year for  FREE.
• The fee to take additional CTE dual credit courses at participating post-secondary  institutions was $72 per credit hour for the 2022-2023 school year.
• Students must designate their Work Ready Scholarship through their KHEAA account. The school counselor will assist with this process.

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The following colleges/universities have been approved by the Scott County Board of Education for students to take dual credit courses and they currently participate in the Dual Credit Scholarship Program.

*Georgetown College is not a participating institution in the Dual Credit Scholarship program, but students have the opportunity to take dual credit classes through Georgetown at a discounted tuition rate of $400/class. Apply at gogc.me/apply.

If interested in taking any dual credit class, students must apply to the institution of their choice as a dual credit student and work with their college enrollment counselor to enroll in courses. Students must notify their school counselor and provide their college class schedule, so they can adjust their SCHS schedule and assist with the Dual Credit and/or Work Ready Scholarship process. There will be a mandatory Dual Credit Orientation over the summer for students planning on enrolling in college courses.

*If a student is taking a dual credit course at SCHS or ECS, then the enrollment/application process will be handled by the high school counselor/teacher.

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