TOMBSTONE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

TOMBSTONE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

General Diploma-28 Credits

4-Language Arts

3-Social Studies

3-Sciences

3-Mathematics (through Geometry)

1-PE

2-3 Complete a Career Technical Program

Sequence

11-Elective Credits

Elective Classes

Any Art class (required for the Advanced Diploma) Agriscience (unless this is for a science credit or CTE

Program Sequence)

Intro to Computers (unless this is for the CTE Program Sequence)

Business Computer Applications (unless this is for the CTE Program Sequene)

Small Business Management (unless this is for the CTE

Program Sequence)

Teacher Cadet (unless this is for the CTE Program

Sequence)

Journalism Career Exploration

Advanced Diploma-30 Credits

The advanced diploma comes with subject are

emphasis. Students can choose whether to focus on

English, Math, or Science.

5-English IV or English Elective AND College Prep

(two prior honors classes and one English elective)

3-Social Studies

5- Science (General Science, Active Physics,

Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

5-Mathematics-Four courses above Algebra I

(Geometry, Advanced Algebra & Pre-Calculus,

Trigonometry, Math Analysis, Calculus)

1-PE

2-3 Complete a Career Technical Program

Sequence

1-Fine Arts

2-Foreign Language (same language)

5-6-Elective Credits

Elective Classes

Culinary Arts I & II (unless this is for the CTE Program

Sequence)

Foreign Language (required for the Advanced Diploma) Carpentry Core Curriculum (unless this is for the CTE Program Sequence)

Cabinetmaking (unless this is for the CTE Program

Sequence)

Advanced Algebra (required for the Advanced Diploma) Trigonometry or Math Analysis (required for the Advanced

Diploma)

Advanced Sports Activity Weightlifting/Jogging

Chemistry (required for the Advanced Diploma) Physics (required for the Advanced Diploma) Geography

MY GRADUATION PLAN

General Studies Diploma

Check after successful completion

FRESHMAN YEAR

SOPHOMORE YEAR

English

I

English

II

Algebra

A

Geometry

Algebra

B

Biology

General

Science

World

History

Sports activities/Health

Elective

Intro to Business & computers

Elective

Life

Connections

Elective

Elective

Elective

JUNIOR YEAR

SENIOR YEAR

English

III

English

IV

US/AZ

History US/AZ

Constitution

Chemistry

Elective

Level III Vocational Course

Elective

Elective Elective

Elective Elective

Elective

Elective

MY GRADUATION PLAN

Advanced Studies Diploma

Check after successful completion

FRESHMAN

YEAR

SOPHOMORE

YEAR

English

I

English

II

Algebra

A

Geometry

Algebra

B

Biology

General

Science

World

History

Sports activities

Foreign Language I

Career

Exploration

Fine

Arts

Elective Elective

Elective Elective

JUNIOR

YEAR

SENIOR

YEAR

English

III

College

Prep

English

US/AZ

History US/AZ

Constitution

Chemistry

Physics

CTE

course

Pre-Calculus

Foreign Language II

CTE course

Algebra

II

Elective

Elective Elective

Elective Elective

TOMBSTONE HIGH SCHOOL

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Tombstone High School offers 5 different programs of CTE classes.

They are:

Agriculture

Introduction to Applied Biological Systems

Applied

Biological

Systems

Agriscience

Plant

Systems

Business

Introduction to Business Computer Applications

Business

Computer

Applications

Small

Business

Management

BMAS

Internship

Cabinetmaking

Carpentry

Core

Curriculum

Cabinetmaking

I

Culinary

Arts

Culinary

Arts

I

Culinary

Arts

II

Culinary

Arts

Internship

Teacher

Cadet

Teacher

Cadet

I

Teacher

Cadet

II

ART

Art I-1 credit

Prerequisite: Elementary understanding of basic art skills

This is a foundation course designed to build on basic skills acquired prior to enrolling in this course. Art I will stress the basic elements of art and principles of design, vocabulary, basic writing skills and appropriate verbal communication. Assessments are made through presentation of quality art work, class critiques, class participation and written and verbal critiques applied, on an individual basis by the teacher. Assignments allow for individual abilities and interests. Art history will be introduced along with multimedia presentations to expand knowledge and appreciation.

Advanced Art-1 credit

Prerequisite: Grade “C” or better in Art I

This is an advanced art course designed for the more mature art student. Advanced art stresses independent activity in conjunction with group and individual instruction designed to further expand the students’ skill and knowledge in two and three dimensional art form. An advanced art student must be willing to develop complete works of art using multimedia techniques, to take creative risks. An Advanced art student will be expected to present quality art work in a professional manner.

Art Independent Study-1 credit

Prerequisite: Advanced Art with a grade of “B” or better and/or placement based on

interview with the instructor

This course is designed for students with a serious interest in art, for artistic seniors who were unable to take advanced art, or for certain individuals who have or can demonstrate unique art ability and would like to expand their knowledge, increase their skill levels and demonstrate portfolios. Students who take this course must be self-reliant and highly motivated to create works of art that demonstrate skill, and suggest a unique personal style.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Introduction to Business Computer Applications-1 Credit

This course is the first course for BMAS. Students will learn how to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. In addition, they will learn how the components of a computer work. Students will learn about Business Economics, Business Management, Accounting, Business Law, Marketing, Personal Finance, Business Communications, International Business, Students will learn how to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. In addition, they will learn how the components of a computer work. Students will learn about Business Economics, Business Management, Accounting, Business Law, Marketing, Personal Finance, Business Communications, International Business, Entrepreneurship and Getting a Job and how to integrate what they have learned from the Microsoft Office Suite into these areas. 10th grade students may take this course.

Business Computers Applications-1 Credit

Prerequisites: Introduction to Business Computer Applications

This course is a prerequisite to take for Small Business Management. The focus of this course is to prepare the student for Small Business Management by covering business law, business ethics, oral communications, economic systems, and careers. This course will also integrate the computer skills and knowledge that the students attained in the Introduction to Business & Computers. Finally, students will learn how to run Front Page (design web pages) and create a CTE newsletter along with advanced techniques of integrating documents with the Microsoft Office Suite. 11th & 12th grade students may take this course.

Small Business Management-1 Credit

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior; Business Computers Applications

This class is offered for dual credit from Cochise College. Please see Mr. Cox for

more information.

This course is designed to cover many of the requirements by using simulation. Students will form a partnership, LLC or LLP and develop a business. Students will create a Business plan that includes a Mission Statement, Vision Statement, list of objectives and the strategies needed to reach their goals and objectives. At the completion of the project, the students will present a power point presentation on their business. Cochise College instructors, from the Small Business Development Center, will grade the written and oral presentations for the students final.

BMAS Internship-1 Credit

Prerequisites: Senior AND successfully completed Small Business Management

This course allows students who have completed the Business program to work at a job and receive THS credit.

Career Exploration-1 Credit

EDUCATION PROFESSIONS

Teacher Cadet I & II-1 credit each (Honors)

This class is offered for dual credit through Cochise College. Please see Mrs. Clamon

for more information.

The THS Teacher Cadet Academy is designed to introduce the beginning student to the field of education. Students recognize the teacher as a facilitator rather than a fountain of knowledge. Students study current trends in education, create lesson plans, teach lessons and do oral presentations that are occasionally videotaped for both self-evaluation and class discussion. A major component of the class is the field experience in which students spend time with a mentor teacher tutoring and teaching in one of our elementary schools or in a lower level class here at THS. This course is for 11th & 12th grade students.

Teacher Cadet Internship-1 credit

Prerequisites: Senior AND successfully completed the Teacher Cadet I & II program.

ENGLISH

Freshmen English is a semester-long course designed to engage students in an exploration of world literature and writing in an effort to prepare students for the AIMS exam. Students will be reading and analyzing fiction, non-fiction, student-generated materials and media communications. This course is designed to give students a basic knowledge of literature concepts, grammar, writing skills, spelling and vocabulary. Students will be tested on their knowledge of the literature.

English II-1 credit

Prerequisite: Pass English I with at least 70%

Sophomore English is a semester-long course designed to engage students in an exploration of world literature and writing in an effort to prepare students for the AIMS exam. Students will be reading and analyzing fiction, non-fiction, student generated texts and electronic communications. Students will become familiar with public speaking, study skills, as well as organizational skills. The six-traits of writing rubric will be used for grading.

English III-1 credit

Prerequisite: Pass English II with at least 70 %

This semester long class will focus on American writers as early as the first known Americans, The Native Americans, to the present day American Writers. Students will engage in a study of poetry, short fiction, non-fiction and novels. In order to understand the literature, essays informal and formal oral presentations, silent sustained reading logs and reaction journals, grammar, and critical reading and writing exercises will be accomplished.

English IV-1 credit

Prerequisite: Pass English III with at least 70 %

English IV is designed for seniors not following a college preparatory program. Students will explore literature and writing for the purpose of identifying heroic characteristics in literary and current public heroes. Students will analyze media events and public speeches/debates to determine heroic characteristics. Literature will consist of short stories, novels, epic poetry, non-fiction, and drama. Writing will use the “Six-Traits of Writing” rubric, and will include research papers, literary analysis, expository, persuasive, creative, and extended personal narrative forms. Students will learn the proper use of grammar as well as public speaking. Study skills and organizational skills supplement the curriculum.

College Prep-1 credit (Honors)

Prerequisite: Grade “B” or better in English, letter of intent to English III teacher, meets or exceeds on the AIMS writing and reading tests or recommendation from previous English teacher.

College Prep is a semester long course that will engage students in an exploration of British literature through a chronological framework, and will prepare students for writing and analyzing literature in a post secondary setting. However, due to the intensity of this course, the coursework in College Prep must meet with the College Prep teacher in May for the summer reading list and requirements. Students will be reading and discussing many works that will focus on man’s role in society. Using literature as a basis for this exploration, we will be analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating the world in which we live and how it is reflected in the literature of the times.

Speech and Debate-1 credit

Prerequisite: 10th grade Honors and above

Speech and Debate engages in the art of public speaking and argumentation. Students engage in learning the proper techniques for writing and delivering various types of speeches to include persuasive and informative speeches. Students also learn to research and incorporate materials into their speeches and debates. Students also discuss the importance of oral communication in life and practice on each other while using tools such as “Secrets for Exceptional Speaking”, The Art of Public Speaking, and The Lincoln/Douglas Debate rules.

Journalism I & II-1 credit each Prerequisite: 9th grade English

This class will introduce students to news values, interviewing techniques, basic newspaper writing formats, and legal ethical concerns of medical professionals. This will be a guided workshop for publication of a student-based newspaper, emphasizing techniques for editing, layout, headline, and caption writing, photo/art assignment and selection, and computer production technique.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Culinary Arts I & II-1credit each Prerequisites: Junior or Senior

THESE CLASSES ARE OFFERED FOR DUAL CREDIT THROUGH COCHISE COLLEGE. PLEASE SEE MRS. RITCHEY FOR MORE INFORMATION.

The Culinary Arts program is designed to prepare students to apply technical knowledge and skills required for food production and service occupations in institutional and commercial food establishments. Students completing this program will possess the technical knowledge and skills required for planning, selecting, storing, purchasing, preparing, and serving quality food products. Nutritive values, safety and sanitation procedures, use of commercial equipment, serving techniques, special diets and management of food establishments will also be studied. In addition to technical skills, students completing this program will also develop advanced critical thinking, applied academic, career development, life and employability skills, business, economic, and leadership skills required for culinary arts occupations. The program utilizes a delivery system made up of four integral parts: formal/technical instruction, experiential learning, supervised occupational experience, and the Career and Technical Student Organization, FCCLA.

Culinary Arts Internship

Prerequisites: Senior AND successfully completed the Culinary Arts I & II program.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Prerequisite: 2.5 grade point average

This course provides a basic foundation for future Spanish classes. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary and present tense grammar. Students are also exposed to audio and videotapes, as well as encouraged to speak in short conversation dialogues. Students should be advised that two years of language study is required by most major universities.

Spanish II-1 credit

Prerequisite: Grade of 75 in Spanish I OR permission from the instructor.

This course builds on the foundation established in Spanish I. Past and future tenses are introduced, as well as more advanced grammatical concepts. Heavy emphasis is placed on reading, writing and speaking. Students should be advised that two years of language study are required by most major universities.

Spanish III-1 credit (Honors)

Prerequisite: Grade of 75 or better in the preceeding course or permission from the instructor.

This course is designed for students with a strong interest in foreign language study. Spanish III places heavy emphasis on grammar and speaking. Students will also be introduced to basic Spanish literature and cultural studies. Students should be aware that high level language study is recommended for entrance into competitive universities.

Spanish IV-1 credit (Honors)

Prerequisite: Grade of 75 or better in the preceeding course or permission from the instructor.

This course is designed for students with a strong interest in foreign language study. Spanish IV continues to develop grammar and speaking abilities and places heavy emphasis on literature. Students should be aware that high level language study is recommended for entrance into competitive universities.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS

Carpentry Core Curriculum is defined as an instructional experience that provides an understanding of occupations involved in the design, production, processing, assembling, testing, maintaining, servicing, and repairing the goods. This class provides students with a wide range of educational experiences, including an introduction to drafting principals, welding sheet metal, and woodworking. This course is a beginning course in Career Technical Education.

Cabinetmaking 1 & II-1 Credit each

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior; Carpentry Core

The Cabinetmaking program is designed to prepare students to apply technical skills in various sectors of the wood products

manufacturing industry, including millwork, decorative components, furniture and cabinetry. Instruction includes job planning, material layout, cutting, shaping, assembling and finishing of wood pieces. Is also contains information related to current manufacturing materials, techniques, technologies and equipment to produce products for the marketplace.

In addition to technical skills, students completing this program will also develop advanced critical thinking, applied academic, career development, life management, business, economic and leadership skills required for woodworking occupations. The program utilizes a delivery system made up of four integral parts: formal/technical instruction, experiential learning, supervised occupational experience and a career/technical student organization.

MATHEMATICS

Covers basic algebra concepts such as: data and patterns in Algebra, Patterns with, Rational Numbers, probability, Geometry connections and applications, Algebraic expressions and operations, solving equations and inequalities, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, other functions, and statistics. No pre-requisite. Students must earn a 70% or better to take Algebra B.

Algebra B-1 credit

Prerequisite: Pass Algebra A with a “C” or better or equivalent test.

In depth study of matrices, systems of inequalitites and equations, operations with exponents.

Geometry-1 credit

Prerequisite: Algebra A/B or equivalent test

Topics include: reasoning, parallel lines, polygons, congruence and similarity in triangles and other polygons, perimeter, area, surface area, volume, circles. If time permits: trigonometry, fractals, proof and logic.

Geometry-1 credit (Honors)

Prerequisite: Algebra A/B or equivalent test

In depth study of geometric topics with more rigor and extra assignments and projects. Little to no time is spent on reviewing concepts from previous courses.

Algebra II

Prerequisite: Algebra A/B or Geometry or equivalent test.

Continued study of Algebra concepts including polynomial functions and behavior, matrices, quadratic functions, exponent and logarithmic functions, trig functions, rational functions and analytical geometry.

Advanced Algebra-1 credit

Prerequisite: A or B in Algebra A/B and 9th or 10th grade.

In depth study of algebra topics with additional rigor and more projects. The pace of this class is fast and the expectation is that the students come with a stronger Algebra I base and little time is spent on review topics.

Trigonometry-1 credit (Honors)

Prerequisite: C or better inAdvanced Algebra.

Honors curriculum and pace to cover topics such as: three definitions of the six trigonometric functions, right triangles, radian measures, graphing trig functions and their inverses, identities and formulas, equations, the law of sines, the law of cosines, vectors, complex numbers and polar coordinates.

Pre Calculus (formerly Math Analysis)-1 credit ( Honors) Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra (A or B) or Trigonometry

This math course is an upper division course. It will begin where Advanced Algebra left off and contains elements of both algebra and trigonometry. Students will continue to master the concepts introduced in Advanced Algebra while exploring other areas of advanced mathematics. The concepts will be related to real-world practices and help prepare the students for upper level and college courses. Along with traditional “paper and pencil” work, TI-83 graphing calculators will be used to complete work.

Calculus-1 credit (Honors)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This class introduces a wide variety of activities that will be interesting, fun, and can be used as lifetime sports in the future. Skills and rules are taught so the student has some knowledge and understanding of how the game is played. Emphasis is placed on good sportsmanship in order to teach the student to be a responsible, honest, and fair person. Grades are based on attendance, dressing out, participation, attitude, sportsmanship and knowledge of each sport. Team Sports include volleyball, basketball, soccer, kickball, flag football, Pillo-Polo. Dual Sports include tennis and badminton. Individual Sports include exercise and basic fitness concepts.

Advanced Sports Activity-1 Credit Prerequisite: Sports Activity

This course is a continuance of the activities introduced in the Sports Activity class. It is designed to develop an understanding of a wide range of diverse activities that will enable the student to remain active throughout life. A variety of team and individual sports are played.

Weightlifting/Jogging-1 Credit Prerequisite: Sports Activity

The objective of this course is to strengthen the mind and body of students and introduce basic concepts of physical fitness. During this course, the students will learn to properly perform weight lifting exercises that by routinely completing will allow him/her to increase lean body mass and overall strength. Basic weightlifting and aerobic running techniques will be introduced to help the student develop a sound physical fitness program in order to meet his or individual needs. All students will be required to complete physical fitness testing during the semester.

SCIENCE

This course has been designed to initiate 9th, 10th and Special Education students into the science of physics. The course is also designed to be integrated with students taking algebra or who have taken algebra during their 8th, 9th, or 10th year of school. The course is a semester long and requires that each student pass a comprehensive final exam based on the Arizona state physics standards at the end of the course. The course is designed around a “hands-on” , inquiry, and laboratory based curriculum that allows for the student to utilize their algebraic, and other mathematical skills to study the laws of motion and energy. Students taking this course will be exposed to the Arizona physics standards prescribed by the state.

General Science-1 Credit

General Science is an exploratory-based course composed of the basic elements of biology, earth science, chemistry, and physics. It develops an understanding and appreciation of the role of science in the life of the individual through simple laboratory experiences. General Science also includes the interaction of matter and energy and their use in technology in the modern world.

Biology-1 Credit

Prerequisite: General Science and 1 credit of high school math

Biology is a laboratory-based science coursed which allows students to explore living systems and their relationships to the world. Subject matter covered includes laboratory safety, cell structure and function, plants, animals, origin of life and evolution, anatomy and physiology of animals and plants through dissections of specimens, as well as a study of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and independent science project proposals.

Chemistry-1Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra A & B

Chemistry is a lab-based science course that prepares students to take college/university level laboratory science courses. This course emphasizes the study of physical chemistry. Subject matter includes chemistry laboratory safety and safety techniques, math review based on unit factoring in work problem solving, using the metric system as it is related to chemistry, stoichiometric problem solving, organization of matter, solutions, acids and bases, chemical reaction, energy and kinetics, carbon chemistry, chemical formula formation, and an original independent research project.

Physics-1Credit

Prerequisites: Algebra A & B and Geometry; Biology or Chemistry

Physics is a laboratory based science course in which physics concepts are stressed before quantitative manipulations of these concepts are learned. Subject matter includes: math review emphasizing vector analysis, mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound and light, electricity and magnetism, nuclear physics and independent or team research projects.

SOCIAL STUDIES

This course has three important curriculum goals. The first is to provide students with knowledge about the physical and human geography of our world. The second is to enable students to enhance their understanding and interrelatedness of the worlds regions and cultures. The third goal is to provide instruction and practice to students in developing their basic map skills, critical thinking skills, writing skills and other general social science skills. In addition to these three goals, the course has the broader goals of expanding students’ global outlook, celebrating diversity and promoting multicultural awareness.

World History-1 credit Prerequisite: Sophomore

The basic purpose of this course required for sophomore students to prepare young people to be knowledgeable, rational, participating citizens in a world that is becoming increasingly interdependent. The course will begin with the study of early man and continue through the twentieth century.

US/AZ History-1 credit

Prerequisite: Junior (must have completed World History)

Students analyze the human experience through time, recognize the relationships of events and people and interpret patterns, themes, ideas, beliefs, and turning points in Arizona and American History. This course is designed to give students a survey of the history of the United States from ancient to present day with a focus on the many wars involving Americans. Three research projects are required of each student: (1) Presidential Report (2) Historical Era Project (3) Historical Book Report. These projects will involve outside research, composition of papers, and presentations of the students’ materials to the class. Current Events and map work are an important part of the class.

US/AZ Constitution/Free Enterprise-1 credit

Prerequisite: Senior (must have completed World and UA/AZ History)

Students understand the ideals, rights, and responsibilities of citizenship and the content, sources, and history of the founding documents of the United States with particular emphasis on the constitution and how the government functions at the local, state, national, and international levels. This course covers the philosophical and historical foundations of the American political system. Students will be prepared to participate in the voting process upon attaining voting age. Simulations and debates will be an important part of the class. Students will participate in the following: One mock trial (a simulation of a complete jury trial), a City Planning Board simulation, and a Senate hearing simulation. Two projects are required of each student: (1) Amendment poster/paper (2) Supreme Court case paper. There will be a field trip to the Bisbee Court House. Current events will play an important part of this class.