Texas. High School. Program of Studies and Course Description Guide

(1)

(2)

Texas

High School

Program of Studies

and Course Description Guide

(3)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ... 1

Making a Career Connection ... 2-3 Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources ... 4

Architecture & Construction ... 5

Arts, AV Technology & Communications ... 6

Business, Management & Administration ... 7

Education & Training ... 8

Finance ... 9

Government & Public Administration ... 10

Health Science ... 11

Hospitality & Tourism ... 12

Human Services ... 13

Information Technology ... 14

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security ... 15

Manufacturing ... 16

Marketing, Sales & Service ... 17

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics ... 18

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics ... 19

Degree Planning Associate Degree in General Studies ... 20

Degree Plan - Entering Grade 9 before 2014-2015 Requirements... 21-23 Advanced Measures ... 24

Four Year Plan... 25-26 Degree Plan – Entering Grade 9 in 2014-2015 and Thereafter Requirements... 27-32 Four Year Plans ... 33-79 Arts & Humanities – Art ... 33

Arts & Humanities – Choir ... 34

Arts & Humanities – Drill Team ... 35

Arts & Humanities – English ... 36

Arts & Humanities – REACH ... 37

Arts & Humanities – Social Studies ... 38

Arts & Humanities – Technical Theatre ... 39

Arts & Humanities – Theatre... 40

Arts & Humanities – World Language ... 41

Arts & Humanities – Band ... 42

Arts & Humanities – Orchestra ... 43

Business & Industry – Commercial Photography ... 44

Business & Industry – Architecture ... 45

Business & Industry – Audio Video Production ... 46

Business & Industry – Automotive Technology ... 47

Business & Industry – Aviation Technology ... 48

Business & Industry – Building Maintenance ... 49

Business & Industry – Building Trades ... 50a Business & Industry – Building Trades Dual Credit ... 50b Business & Industry – Business Management ... 51

Business & Industry – Collision Repair ... 52

Business & Industry – Culinary Arts ... 53

Business & Industry – Debate ... 54

Business & Industry – Fashion Design ... 55

Business & Industry – Finance ... 56

Business & Industry – Graphic Design ... 57

Business & Industry – HVAC and Refrigeration... 58

Business & Industry – Information Technology (Programming) ... 59

Business & Industry – Information Technology (Technician) ... 60

(4)

Business & Industry – Journalism (Yearbook) ... 64

Business & Industry – Marketing ... 65

Business & Industry – Veterinary Medicine ... 66

Business & Industry – Welding ... 67

Multidisciplinary – Advanced Placement ... 68

Multidisciplinary – Advanced Placement or Dual Credit ... 69

Multidisciplinary – Associates Degree or Dual Credit ... 70

Multidisciplinary – Four Core Electives ... 71

Public Service – Child Development ... 72

Public Service – Cosmetology ... 73

Public Service – Education and Training ... 74

Public Service – Health Science ... 75

Public Service – Law and Public Safety ... 76

STEM – Engineering ... 77

STEM – Mathematics ... 78

STEM – Science ... 79

Freshman Choice Sheet ... 80-81 Sophomore Choice Sheet ... 82-84 Junior Choice Sheet ... 85-88 Senior Choice Sheet ... 89-92 Academic Information Earning College Credit in High School ... 93

Advanced Placement Program ... 94-95 Dual Credit Program ...96-101 Industry Certifications ... 102-103 Alternative Methods for Earning Credit ... 104

Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) ... 104

Correspondence Courses ... 104

Credit by Examination without Prior Instruction ... 104

Credit by Examination with Prior Instruction ... 104

Summer School ... 104

Early Graduation ... 105

On Time Graduation... 105

High School Courses Taken before High School Enrollment ... 105

Retaking Courses ... 106

Independent Research ... 106

Physical Education Graduation Requirement ... 106

Gifted/Talented Program ... 106

Special Education ... 107

Limited English Proficiency ... 107

Dyslexia Program ... 107

Textbooks ... 107

Texas Grant Program ... 107

Automatic Admission to Texas Public Universities ... 107

Grade Level Classification ... 108

Cum Laude System ... 108

Class Rank ... 108

State Testing Requirements ... 109

Nondiscrimination Policy ... 109

Reading List of Major Literary Selections – English Language Arts ... 110

101 Great Books Recommended for College-Bound Readers ... 111 Course Descriptions

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources ... 112-114 Architecture & Construction ... 115-117 Arts, A/V Technology & Communications ... 118-121 Business Management & Administration ... 122-123 Education & Training ... 124-125 Electives – Innovative and Local ... 126-127 English Language Arts ... 128-134 Finance ... 135-136

(5)

Government & Public Administration ... 144 Health Education ... 145 Health Science ... 146-147 Hospitality & Tourism ... 148-150 Human Services ... 151-152 Information Technology ... 153-154 Languages Other Than English ... 155-157 Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security ... 158-159 Manufacturing ... 160 Marketing, Sales & Service ... 161-162 Mathematics ... 163-167 Physical Education ... 168-170 Science ... 171-175 Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics ... 176-178 Social Studies ... 179-184 Technology Applications ... 185 Transportation, Distribution & Logistics ... 186-187 Index to Courses ... 188-191

(6)

Texas High School

Program of Studies and Course Description Guide

Choosing the right courses and registering properly

are two of the most important things students and parents

can do every year to ensure a quality educational experience for their children. It is essential that both

parents and students think carefully about long-range plans when making decisions about which courses to

take. Every effort will be made to keep parents and students informed throughout this process. Students

who receive sound parental input and give their full attention to selecting the right courses are much more

likely to attain their stated educational goals.

Course selection sheets will be distributed

to students in late January and early February. Students will use

these forms to indicate which courses they plan to take for the 2015-2016 school year. Students should

follow established deadlines and return the completed course selection sheet in a timely fashion. All

students must choose at least two alternate electives in case of scheduling conflicts. Upperclassmem will be

given priority when conflicts arise. If students fail to complete and return the course selection sheet, courses

will be chosen for them.

Course selection is FINAL!

All scheduling decisions are made based on the course requests we receive from

our students, and scheduling begins well before the end of the current school year. Once course selection

sheets are completed, signed, and returned, they are considered final. In the event that a change is

deemed absolutely necessary after this date, a schedule change request form must be completed and

returned for consideration. These forms are available in the main office. No changes will be made over

the phone, and only necessary course changes will be considered. Changes will not be made based on

preference or a change of mind. Students will be given a list of the courses they have selected with their

last report card. This is not a schedule; rather, it is a list of the courses they have requested for the next

school year.

Absolutely no course changes will be made after June 26.

Schedules will be given to

students prior to the first day of school.

Substantial differences should be expected

between regular and advanced courses (Pre-Advanced

Placement, Advanced Placement, and dual credit). Regular courses are designed to meet both state and

local expectations for all students while equipping them for a variety of pursuits after high school, including

college. Students are not required to take advanced level courses in order to pursue any diploma type.

Advanced courses are designed to challenge students significantly and typically require more higher-order

thinking and application of skills and concepts. These courses are recommended for students who have

performed at a high level academically in the past and who are willing to push themselves when

confronted with rigorous course work. Students enrolling in dual credit courses must satisfy the college

entrance requirements set forth by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Parents and students

are encouraged to consider the decision to take advanced courses carefully. Schedule changes are in no

way guaranteed for students who struggle in an advanced course.

TISD Mission Statement:

The mission of Texarkana Independent School District, and innovative learning community strengthened by

its diversity, is to provide a superior education in a caring environment that inspires, challenges and

engages each student through a wide range of opportunities.

Texas High School Motto:

“Tomorrow’s future at work today”

Texas High School Mission Statement:

Texas High School will offer excellence in education for all students—today and tomorrow.

Texas High School

4001 Summerhill Road

Texarkana, Texas 75503

Telephone: (903) 794-3891

Fax: (903) 792-8971

www.txkisd.net

(7)

MAK

IN

G

A

CAR

EER

CO

N

E

C

T

IO

N

(8)

(9)

CAREER CLUSTERS



Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources



Architecture and Construction



Arts, A/V Technology & Communications



Business Management and Administration



Education and Training



Finance



Government and Public Administration



Health Science



Hospitality and Tourism



Human Services



Information Technology



Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security



Manufacturing



Marketing, Sales and Service



Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics



Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

(10)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Agribusiness Systems



Agricultural Mechanics



Animal Systems



Environmental and Natural Resources Systems



Horticulture

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Forest Conservation Worker



Veterinary Technologists and Technicians



Environmental Engineering Technician



Floral Designer



Welder and Cutter

C

ERTIFICATIONS AND

L

ICENSING

Texas Beef Quality Assurance

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster focuses on the essential elements of life – water, air, food, and land. If

you love to be outdoors, enjoy caring for plants and animals, and want to help

conserve our natural resources, then this might be the right cluster for you.

Agriculture students may take horticulture classes at THS. Students are provided

real life horticulture experiences including classroom, greenhouse and landscaping

experiences in beautifying the campus of THS.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Future Farmers of America (FFA), Horticulture Club, Outdoor Adventure Club

CAREER CLUSTER ELECTIVES

The following courses will support your interest in this career cluster

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

Principles in Agriculture and Natural

Resources Grade 9-12

Priciples and Elements of Floral Design Grade 11-12

Small Animal Management

Grade 9-12

Livestock Production Grade 10-12 Veterinary Medical Applications Grade 11-12 Horticulture Science Grade 9-12

Landscape Design and Turf Grass Management

Grade 10-12

Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

Grade 9-12

Agricultural Facilities Design and Fabrication

Grade 10-12

Agriculture Power Systems Grade 11-12

(11)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Architectural Design



Construction



Interior Design



Maintenance/Operations

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Architect



Interior Designer



Maintenance and Repair Worker



Construction Manager



Construction technology

C

L

ICENSING

NCCER Core Certification, AAFCS Pre-professional Certification in Interior Design

Fundamentals

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster is the right choice for someone who likes to design and build things,

tinker with tools and technology, or decorate homes and offices with flooring, paint,

furniture, and art. Students are provided opportunities to learn a skill in a

classroom or lab that is equipped to emulate real world experiences.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Skills USA

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

Principles of Architecture & Construction Grades 9-12 Interior Design Grades 9-12 Advanced Interior Design Grades 10-12 Practicum in Interior Design Grades 11-12 Architectural Design Grades 10-12 Advanced Architectural Design Grades 11-12 Practicum in Architectural Design Grade 12 Construction Technology Grade 10-12 Building Maintenance Technology Grade 11-12 Advanced Building Maintenance Grade 12 Construction Management Grades 10-12 Advanced Construction Management Grades 11-12 Practicum in Construction Management Grade 12 Construction Technology DC Grades 10-12 Advanced Construction Technology DC Grades 11-12 Practicum in Construction Management DC Grade 12

(12)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Animation



Audio & Video Technology



Fashion Design



Graphic Design & Illustration



Printing and Imaging Technology

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Film and Video Editor



Audio and Video Equipment Technician



Graphic Designer



Designer

C

L

ICENSING

Adobe Illustration, Adobe InDesign, Apple Cut Pro, and AAFCS Pre-Professional

Certification in Fashion, Textiles and Apparel

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This may be the right cluster for you if you have a calling to be creative, express

yourself, or love using new technologies. Students gain knowledge and skills in

application, design, production, communications, services and systems in the Arts,

A/V Technology & Communications. The courses within this cluster allow students to

reinforce, apply and transfer their academic knowledge and skills to a variety of

activities, problems and settings.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Art Club, Fashion Club, Graphic Arts Club, Tiger Photo Club, Tiger Theater

Company, TigerVision

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Grades 9-11

Audio Video Production (DC) Grades 9-12

Advanced Audio / Video Production (DC)

Grades 10-12

Practicum in Audio Video Production (DC)

Grades 11-12

Practicum in Audio Video Production II (DC)

Grade 12

Fashion Design Grades 10-12

Advanced Fashion Design Grades 11-12

Practicum in Fashion Design Grade 12

Graphic Design & Illustration Grades 9-12

Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration Grades 10-12

Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration

Grades 11-12

Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration II

Grade 12 Commercial Photography Grades 11-12 Advanced Commercial Photography Grade 12

(13)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Business Management



Business Administration



Computer Information and Interactive Media



Human Resources



Marketing

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Office Manager



Operations Research Analyst



Financial Officer



Human Resources Manager



Marketing Manager

C

L

ICENSING

ASK Business Concepts, ASK Fundamental Marketing Concepts

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster relates to planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business

functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Real world

experiences are practiced in business classes as students learn problem-solving skills,

how to work in teams, and research career opportunities available. Courses

provide students the opportunity to acquire occupational skills necessary for a

business career such as effective communication, business technology, such as

Microsoft Office and math skills used for budgeting, pricing, marketing and many

other areas of a company’s operations.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Business Professionals of America (BPA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA),

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), Statistics Club

Principles of Business,

Marketing & Finance Grades 9-12 Business Management Grades 11-12 Practicum in Business Management Grade 12

Touch System Data Entry Grades 9-12 Business Information Management I Grades 9-12 Business Information Management II Grade 10-12

(14)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Administration and Administration Support



Professional Support Services



Teaching and Training

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Instructional Coordinator



Teacher



Principal



Training and Development Manager

C

L

ICENSING

AAFCS Pre-Professional Certification in Education Fundamentals

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster focuses on careers in planning managing, providing education and

training services and providing related learning support services. Students

interested in teaching can acquire hands-on experience thru an internship

involving placement in one of TISD’s elementary, middle or high school

classrooms.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE)

Principles of Education & Training

Grade 9-12

Human Growth and Development

Grade 10-12

Instructional Practices in Educaiton and Training

Grade 11-12

Practicum in Education and Training (DC available)

Grade 12

(15)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Banking and Financial Services



Accounting



Insurance Services



Financial and Investment Planning

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Credit Analyst



Financial Controller



Financial Manager



Accountant

C

L

ICENSING

ASK Fundamental Business Concepts

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

Professionals in this cluster work in companies that manage investments and make

loans, pay for storm damage, sell bonds and stock ATMs with cash, and more. This

cluster may be the right career cluster for you if you are good at numbers, want to

play the stock market or enjoy working with the public. Students will have the

opportunity to acquire math skills used for budgeting, pricing, marketing, and many

other areas of a company’s operations.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Business Professionals of America (BPA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA),

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), Statistics Club

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

9-12 Grades

Banking & Financial Services Grades 10-12 Accounting I (DC) Grades 10-12 Accounting II (DC) Grades 11-12

Statistics & Risk Management (Math for Business and Social

Sciences (DC) Grades 11-12

(16)

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Foreign Service



Governance



Revenue and Taxation



Pre-Law



Public Management and Administration

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Legislator



Military



Lawyer



Legal Secretary



Judge

C

L

ICENSING

None available at this time.

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

If you are interested in serving your community, running for public office someday,

or protecting our rights and freedoms this cluster may be for you. Students explore

the career options with real world activities, speakers from different fields who will

provide students with a firsthand look at he career in which they are interested in.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Young Democrats Club, Young Republicans Club

Principles of Government and Public Administration

Grades 10-12

Public Management and Admnistration

Grades 11-12

Practicum in Local, State and Federal Government

(17)

CAREER CLUSTER ELECTIVES

Principles of Health Science Grades 9-12 Health Science Grades 10-12 Practicum in Health Science (DC) Grades 11-12

Practicum in Health Science II –Pharmacy Tech Grade 12

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Health Informatics



Support Services



Therapeutic Services



Diagnostics Services



Biotechnology Research & Development

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Dentist



Physician



Nurse



Pharmacy Technician



Clinical Lab Technician

C

L

ICENSING

Health Care Provider First Aid/CPR, Pharmacy Tech (PTCE) National Exam,

Certified Nurse Aid (CNA)

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster allows students to investigate and observe a large variety of health care

areas. Students learn skills related to the health care industry such as taking vital

signs, body mechanics, medical terminology, CPR and other entry level skills. The

cluster also includes planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services,

diagnostic services, health informatics, support services and /or biotechnology

research and development.

(18)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Culinary Arts



Food Science



Hospitality Services



Recreation, Amusements, and Attractions



Travel and Tourism

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Chef and Head Cook



Food Service Manager



Lodging Manager



Travel Agent

C

L

ICENSING

NRAEF Serve Safe, AAFCS Pre-Professional Certification in Culinary Arts

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster encompasses the management, marketing and operations of restaurants

and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related

services. Culinary Arts students have the opportunity to experience real life work

situations and instruction in areas related to nutrition, food selection and

preparation, and management of a restaurant.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

Principles of Hospitality & Tourism Grades 9-12 Restaurant

Management Grades 9-12

Travel and Tourism Management

Grade 9-12

Hotel Management

Grades 9-12 Food Science Grade 10-12 Grades 10-12 Culinary Arts Advanced Culinary Arts Grades 11-12 Practicum in Culinary Arts Grade 12

(19)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Consumer Services



Counseling and Mental Health Services



Early Childhood Development and Services



Family Services



Personal Care Services

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Customer Service Representative



Marriage and Family Therapist



Social Worker



Preschool Teacher



Hairstylist and Cosmetologist

C

L

ICENSING

Cosmetology Operators License, Child Development Associate Credential

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster focuses on careers that prepare individuals for employment related to

families and human needs. Courses focus on interpersonal skills, decision-making,

developing positive relationships with peers and family and child development.

Student can also study nutrition and wellness, food selection and preparation.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

CAREER CLUSTER ELECTIVES

Principles of Human Services Grades 9-12 Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness Grades 9-12

Dollars and Sense Grades 9-12

Interpersonal Studies Grades 9-12

Child Development Grades 9-12

Family & Community Services Grades 9-12 Child Guidance Grades 11-12 Practicum in Human Services Grades 11-12 Cosmetology I Grade 11-12 Cosmetology II Grade 12

(20)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Information Support and Services



Network Systems



Programming and Software Development



Web and Digital Media

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Video Game Designer



Web Developer



Computer and Information Systems Manager



Computer Hardware Engineer

C

L

ICENSING

A+ Certification, OSHA 10hr, CISCO Level 1 Networking, CISCO Certified Entry

Networking Technician (CCENT), CISCO Certified Network Associate(CCNA)

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster relates to the design, development, support and management of

hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. Businesses today

need IT expertise, either from in-house staff or from outside vendors. Keeping

electronic data flowing takes both technical expertise and problem-solving savvy.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Business Professionals of America (BPA), Computer Club

CAREER CLUSTER ELECTIVES

Principles of Information Technology Grades 9-12 Internetworking Technologies 1 Grades 11-12 Internetworking Technologies II Grade 12 Computer Maintenance Grades 11-12 Computer Technician Grade 12 Computer Programming Grades 9-12 Advanced Computer Programming Grades 10-12

Digital & Interactive Multimedia Grades 11-12 Web Technologies Grades 11-12 Telecommunications & Networking Grades 10-12

(21)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Correction Services



Emergency and Fire Management Services



Law Enforcement



Security and Protective Services



Criminal Justice

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Firefighter



Criminal Investigator



Security Fire Alarm Systems Specialist



Police Officer



Lawyer

C

L

ICENSING

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

If you have a calling to serve others, can keep a cool head under pressure, or love

the law, then a career in this cluster could be the right decision for you. Students get

a jumpstart on any career involving law, law enforcement, civil service and any

other legal field.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Principles of Law, Public

Safety, Corrections & Security Grades 9-12 Law Enforcement I Grades 11-12 Law Enforcement II Grade 12

Court Systems & Practices Grades 10-12

(22)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance



Logistics and Inventory Control



Maintenance, Installation and Repair



Production



Quality Assurance

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Welder



Medical Equipment Repairer



Electrical Engineer



Quality control Manager



Maintenance and Repair Worker

C

L

ICENSING

NCCER Core Certification

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster involves creating a finished product form raw materials using efficient

and effective processes to meet a specified quality standard. If you like building

things, can follow detailed instructions or are good at organizing people and

processes, then this might be an area for you. Students learn the importance of

being able to problem-solve and visualize an end-product and develop the smaller

steps necessary to achieve the creation of that product.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Future Farmers of America (FFA)

Welding DC

Grades 11-12

Advanced Welding DC Grade 12

(23)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Management and Entrepreneurship



Marketing Dynamics



Marketing Sales and Service



Buying and Merchandising



Professional Sales and Marketing

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Sales Manager



Social Media Marketer



Event Planner



Entrepreneur



Market Research Analyst

C

L

ICENSING

ASK Fundamental Marketing Concepts

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster focuses on careers that require planning, management and performing

marketing activities to reach organizational objectives. Students learn how to

package themselves for success, sell any type of product or service, and serve all

kinds of customers. Classroom instruction, along with work-based learning

experiences help students develop marketing expertise, understand the needs of the

consumer and the importance of customer satisfaction.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)

Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

Grades 9-12

Sports & Entertainment Marketing Grades 9-12 Fashion Marketing Grades 9-12 Marketing Dynamics (DC) Grades 11-12 Practicum in Marketing Dynamics (DC) Grade 12

(24)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Engineering and Technology



Science



Math



Robotics and Automation



Engineering Design and Presentation

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Biochemist



Civil Engineer



Atmospheric and Space Scientist



Forensic Science Technician



Industrial Engineer

C

L

ICENSING

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

Students who excel in this cluster are very curious, like to solve problems, like using

clues to find solutions to problems, like to take things apart to see how they work,

ask a lot of questions, are critical thinkers and have a lot of creativity. Courses

include a wide range of topics including electronics, robotics and automation,

engineering and mathematics.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

T-Bots, Science Club, Physics Club

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

Engineering Design

& Presentation Grade 9-12 Robotics and Automation

Grades 10-12

Engineering Design & Problem Solving Grade 10-12 Engineering Math (DC) Grade 11-12 Practicum in STEM (DC) Grade 12

(25)

P

ROGRAMS OF

S

TUDY



Automotive Technology



Collision Repair



Small Engine Technology



Transportation Operations



Logistics Planning and Management Services

P

OSSIBLE

C

AREERS



Mechanic



Crane and Tower Operator



Aircraft Mechanic



Auto Technician



Auto Body Repair

C

L

ICENSING

P

ROGRAM

H

IGHLIGHTS

This cluster relates to the planning, management and movement of people,

materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air rail and water and related professional

and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and

management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance.

Professionals in this area help to make sure that products and people travel safely

from point A to point B and arrive on time.

S

TUDENT

O

RGANIZATIONS

Business Professionals of America (BPA)

Plus all courses in: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, LOTE, Fine Arts and CTE

Principles of Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Grades 9-12 Transportation Systems Management Grades 11-12 Small Engine Technology Grades 10-12 Engergy, Power an Transportation Systems Grades 9-12 Automotive Technology DC Grades 11-12 Advanced Automotive Technology DC Grade 12 Aircraft Technology DC Grades 10-12

Advanced Aircraft Technology DC Grades 10-12 Practicum in Transportation, Distribution and Logistics DC Grades 10-12

(26)

D

EGR

EE

P

(27)

Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies

Texas High School and Texarkana College

Dual Credit Courses

Subject Area

Required

Semester

Hours

TC Eligible

Courses

Texas High Equivalent Courses

Credits

Communication

6

ENGL 1301 (3)

ENGL 1302 (3)

English IV DC (1st sem)

English IV DC (2nd sem)

½

Mathematics

3

MATH 1314 (3)

MATH 1324 (3)

MATH 1332 (3)

MATH 1442 (4)

MATH 2412 (4)

Algebra II DC

Statistics & Risk Man DC

(1

st

sem)

Engineering Mathematics DC

Advanced Quantitative Reasoning DC

Precalculus DC

1

½

1

Life and Physical

Sciences

8

BIOL 1408 (4)

BIOL 1409 (4)

CHEM 1411 (4)

CHEM 1412 (4)

SRD: Biology DC

(1

st

sem)

SRD: Biology DC

(2

nd

sem)

SRD: Chemistry DC

(1

st

sem)

SRD: Chemistry DC

(2

nd

sem)

½

Language,

Philosophy and

Culture

3

HIST 2321

HIST 2322

SS Adv St World Civilizations I

SS Adv St World Civilizations II

½

Creative Arts

3

ARTS 1301 (3)

MUSI 1306 (3)

Art Design I DC

Music History DC

1

American History

6

HIST 1301 (3)

HIST 1302 (3)

US History DC

(1

st

sem)

US History DC

(2

nd

sem)

½

Government/

Political Science

6

GOVT 2305

GOVT 2306

Government DC

Social Studies Advanced Studies: Texas

State and Local Government

½

Social and

Behavioral

Sciences

3

PSYC 2301 (3)

PSYC 2308 (3)

COMM 1307 (3)

SOCI 1301 (3)

Psychology DC

Child Development DC

Advanced Journalism: Newspaper I DC

or

Advanced Journalism: Yearbook I DC

Sociology DC

½

1

½

Component Area

Option

6

BCIS 1305 (3)

SPCH 1315 (3)

Business Information Management I DC

Communication Applications DC

or

Professional Communications

DC

1

½

Electives

16

May choose from

all academic

dual credit

courses not used

for 60 hours in

core

Courses offered:

Math – 12 sch

Life & Physical Science – 8 sch

Language, Philosophy, Culture – 3 sch

Creative Arts – 3 sch

Social/Behavioral Sciences – 9 sch

35

Total College

(28)

Degree Plan Requirements

For Students Entering Grade 9 before 2014-2015

Subject Recommended Plan (26 Credits) Distinguished Achievement Plan (26 Credits)

English Language Arts

and Reading

Four and One-Half Credits Total Four Credits must consist of:

• English I (1 credit)

• English II (1 credit)

• English III (1 credit)

• English IV (1 credit)

May substitute:

English I and II for Speakers of Other Languages may be substituted for English I and II only for identified immigrant students with limited English proficiency.

One-Half Credit from:

Communication Applications (½ credit) Professional Communication (½ credit)

Four and One-Half Credits Total Four Credits must consist of:

• English I (1 credit)

• English II (1 credit)

• English III (1 credit)

• English IV (1 credit)

May substitute:

English I and II for Speakers of Other Languages may be substituted for English I and II only for identified immigrant students with limited English proficiency.

One-Half Credit from:

Communication Applications (½ credit) Professional Communication (½ credit)

Mathematics

Four Credits Total Three Credits must include:

• Algebra I (1 credit)

• Geometry (1 credit)

• Algebra II (1 credit)

One Credit from:

• Math Models with Applications (1 credit) (Must be taken before Algebra II)

• Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food , and Natural Resources* (1 credit)

(Must be taken before Algebra II)

• Ind. Study in Math: College Algebra DC (1 credit)

• Precalculus (1 credit)

• Calculus AP (1 credit)

• Statistics AP (1 credit)

• Computer Science AP* (1 credit)

• Engineering Mathematics (1 credit)

• Statistics and Risk Management (1 credit)

• Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (1 credit)

*Courses not currently offered in TISD

• Algebra I (1 credit)

• Geometry (1 credit)

• Algebra II (1 credit)

• Ind. Study in Math: College Algebra DC (1 credit)

• Precalculus (1 credit)

• Calculus AP (1 credit)

• Statistics AP (1 credit)

• Computer Science AP* (1 credit)

• Engineering Mathematics (1 credit)

• Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (1 credit)

• Statistics and Risk Management (1 credit)

*Courses not currently offered in TISD

(29)

Degree Plan Requirements – Continued

For Students Entering Grade 9 before 2014-2015

Subject Recommended Plan (26 Credits) Distinguished Achievement Plan (26 Credits)

Science

• Biology (1 credit)

• Chemistry (1 credit)

• Physics (1 credit) or

Principles of Technology (1 credit)**

• Integrated Physics and Chemistry (1 credit) (Must be completed prior to chemistry and physics)

• Astronomy (1 credit)

• Earth and Space Science (1 credit)

• Environmental Systems (1 credit)

• Biology II AP (1 credit)

• Chemistry II AP (1 credit)

• Physics II AP (1 credit)

• Environmental Science AP (1 credit)

• SRD: Biology DC (1 credit)

• SRD: Chemistry DC (1 credit)

• Forensic Science (1 credit)

• Anatomy and Physiology (1 credit)

• Engineering Design and Problem Solving (1 credit)

• Advanced Animal Science (1 credit)

• Food Science (1 credit)

• Aquatic Science* (1 credit)

• Medical Microbiology* (1 credit)

• Pathophysiology* (1 credit)

• Advanced Biotechnology* (1 credit)

• Advanced Plant and Soil Science* (1 credit)

*Courses not currently offered at TISD

• Biology (1 credit)

• Chemistry (1 credit)

• Physics (1 credit)

• Astronomy (1 credit)

• Earth and Space Science (1 credit)

• Environmental Systems (1 credit)

• Biology II AP (1 credit)

• Chemistry II AP (1 credit)

• Physics II AP (1 credit)

• Environmental Science AP (1 credit)

• SRD: Biology DC (1 credit)

• SRD: Chemistry DC (1 credit)

• Forensic Science (1 credit)

• Anatomy and Physiology (1 credit)

• Engineering Design and Problem Solving (1 credit)

• Advanced Animal Science (1 credit)

• Food Science (1 credit)

• Aquatic Science* (1 credit)

• Medical Microbiology* (1 credit)

• Pathophysiology* (1 credit)

• Advanced Biotechnology* (1 credit)

• Advanced Plant and Soil Science* (1 credit)

*Courses not currently offered at TISD

Social Studies and Economics

Four Credits must consist of :

• World Geography Studies (1 credit)

• World History Studies (1 credit)

• U. S. History Studies Since Reconstruction (1 credit)

• U. S. Government (½ credit)

• Economics (½ credit)

Four Credits must consist of :

• World Geography Studies (1 credit)

• World History Studies (1 credit)

• U. S. History Studies Since Reconstruction (1 credit)

• U. S. Government (½ credit)

• Economics (½ credit)

Physical Education

One Credit from

• Any physical education course

May substitute:

• Drill Team (fall semester)

• Marching Band (fall semester)

• Cheerleading (fall semester)

• Athletics

• Dance I-IV

• Approved Private Programs

Note: A student may earn up to 4 credits in physical education toward state graduation requirements.

One Credit from

• Any physical education course

May substitute:

• Drill Team (fall semester)

• Marching Band (fall semester)

• Cheerleading (fall semester)

• Athletics

• Dance I-IV

• Approved Private Programs

Note: A student may earn up to 4 credits in physical education toward state graduation requirements.

Languages Other

Than English Two Credits • Must consist of Level I and Level II in the same language.

Three Credits

• Must consist of Level I, Level II, and Level III in the same language.

(30)

Degree Plan Requirements – Continued

Subject Recommended Plan _{(26 Credits)} Distinguished Achievement Plan _{(26 Credits)} Fine Arts One Credit _• _{All Fine Arts Courses} _•One Credit _{All Fine Arts Courses}

Career and Technology Education

One and one-half Credits selected from any course listed under:

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

• Architecture & Construction

• Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

• Business Management & Administration

• Education & Training

• Finance

• Health Science

• Hospitality & Tourism

• Human Services

• Information Technology

• Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

• Manufacturing

• Marketing, Sales & Service

• Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

One and one-half Credits selected from any course listed under:

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

• Architecture & Construction

• Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

• Business Management & Administration

• Education & Training

• Finance

• Health Science

• Hospitality & Tourism

• Human Services

• Information Technology

• Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

• Manufacturing

• Marketing, Sales & Service

• Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Additional Components and Electives

Four Elective Credits

recommended from a list of courses in the Career Connection Electives

Three Elective Credits

recommended from a list of courses in the Career Connection Electives

Please refer to the Advanced Measures page for additional requirements.

(31)

Advanced Measures Required for the

DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT PLAN

Standards for Approval of Requirements:



The measures must focus on demonstrated student performance at the college or professional

level.



Student performance on advanced measures must be assessed through an external review

process.

Requirements:

A student must achieve a combination of four of the following:

Original research/project:



Judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project; or



Conducted under the direction of mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience; and



Related to the required curriculum set forth in 19 TAC 74.1 (relating to Essential Knowledge

and Skills); and



May not be used for more than two of the four advanced measures.

Test data:



A score of three or above on College Board Advanced Placement examinations;



A score on the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test (PSAT) that qualifies a student for

recognition as a Commended Scholar or higher in one of the following three areas:



by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation;



as part of the National Hispanic Scholar Program of the College Board;



as part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding Negro Students of

the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

NOTE: The PSAT score may count as only one advanced measure regardless of the number of

honors received by the student.

College courses:

(32)

Texarkana

Independ

ent

Sc

hoo

l

D

is

tric

t

ea r Pl an ec omm ende d an d Di st ingui shed Ac hi eve m ent Pl an s S tu de nt s En ter ing Grad e 9 b ef or e 2014 -201 5 D is ci pl ine Rec o m m en d ed Dis ti n g u is h e d En gl is h 4 4 Com m un ic at ion A ppl ic at ion s ½ ½ M at hem at ic s 4 4 Sc ien ce 4 4 Soc ial St udi es 4 4 Ph ys ic al E d uc at ion 1 1 Lan g uage s ot her t han E ngl is h 2 3 Fi ne A rt s 1 1 CAT E 1½ 1½ El ec tiv es 4 3 To ta l 26 26

G

radua

tion

R

equi

re

ments

D at e St udent ’s S ignat ure Ac ade m ic Ad vi sor’ s S ignat ur e Pare nt /Guardi an’ s S ignat ure D at e Note s: Nam e: ID # Pare nt /Guardi an: Add re ss : Phon e nu m ber: Graduat ion P lan: C are er Pat hwa y: C are er /M aj or:

Student Infor

mation

D is ti ngui shed Ac hi eve m ent Add it ional C ompo nent s (i f appl ic abl e) 1) 2) 3) 4) D at e s tudent ent er ed gra de 9: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ D at e pl an i s effe ct ive: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _

(33)

Rec o mme nd ed an d D is tin gu is h ed Ac h iev eme n t P la n s— Fo r S tu d en ts E n teri n g Gra d e 9 b ef o re 2 01 4 -2 0 15 N ame : Gra d e 7 o r 8 Co u rs e Gra d e 9 Gra d e 1 0 Gra d e 1 1 Gra d e 1 2 Course 1 : En gl is h La ngu age A rts • En gl is h I • En gl is h I P re -AP • En gl is h II • En gl is h II Pr e-AP • En gl is h III • En gl is h Lan gu age A P • En gl is h IV • En gl is h Li te ratu re A P • En gl is h IV D C • A lge br a I P re -AP Course 2 : M ath • A lge br a I • G eo m etr y Pr e-AP • A lge br a II Pr e-AP • G eo m etr y • G eo m etr y Pr e-AP • M ath M ode ls w . A pp. • A lge br a II • A lge br a II Pr e-AP • M ath M ode ls w . A pp. • A lge br a II • A lge br a II Pr e-A P • A lge br a II D C • IS M : C ol le g e A lge br a D C • Pr ec al cu lu s • Pr ec al cu lu s Pr e-A P • Pr ec al cu lu s D C • Stat is tic s A P • En gi ne er in g M ath em at ic s • Stat is tic s & R is k M an a ge m en t • A dv . Q uan titativ e Re as on in g • IS M : C ol le g e A lge br a D C • Pr ec al cu lu s • Pr ec al cu lu s Pr e-A P • Pr ec al cu lu s D C • C al cu lu s A B A P • Stat is tic s A P • En gi ne er in g M ath em at ic s • Stat is tic s & R is k M an a ge m en t • A dv . Q uan titativ e Re as on in g Course 3 : Sc ie nc e • In te gr at ed Ph ys ic s & C he m is tr y • Bi ol og y I • Bi ol og y I P re -AP • Bi ol og y I • Bi ol og y I P re -A P • C he m is tr y I • C he m is tr y I P re -AP • Bi ol og y II A P • C he m is tr y I • C he m is tr y I P re -AP • C he m is tr y II A P • SR D : B io lo g y D C • SR D : C he m is tr y D C • Fo re ns ic S ci en ce • Ph ys ic s I • Ph ys ic s I P re -AP • En vi ro nm en ta l S ci en ce A P • O th er __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ • Bi ol og y II A P • C he m is tr y II A P • SR D B io lo gy D C • SR D C he m is tr y D C • Fo re ns ic S ci en ce • Ph ys ic s I • Ph ys ic s I P re -A P • Ph ys ic s II A P • A nato m y & P hy si ol ogy • En vi ro nm en ta l S ci en ce A P • O th er __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Course 4 So ci al Stu di es • Wo rl d G eo gr a ph y • Wo rl d G eo gr a ph y Pr e-AP • Wo rl d H is to ry • Wo rl d H is to ry P re -AP • Wo rl d H is to ry A P • U .S . H is to ry • U .S . H is to ry A P • U .S . H is to ry D ual C re di t • G ov er nm en t • G ov er nm en t D C • U .S . G ov er nm en t A P • Ec on om ic s • M ac ro ec on om ic s A P M ay e le ct to ta ke : • SS e le ctiv e __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Course 5 PE • PE _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ • Equ iv al en t __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ • PE _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ • Equ iv al en t __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ • PE _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ • Equ iv al en t __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ • PE _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ • Equ iv al en t __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ • Fr en ch I • Span is h I • A SL I Course 6 La ngu age s oth er th an E ngl is h • Fr en ch I, II , I I P re -AP • Span is h I, II, II P re -A P, III P re -AP • A m er ic an S ign L an gu age I, II • Fr en ch I, II , I I P re -A P, II I P re -AP • Span is h I, II, II P re -A P, III P re -A P, IV A P • A SL I, II , I II • Fr en ch I, II , I II Pr e-A P, IV A P, IV D C , V • Span I, II , I II Pr e-A P, IV A P, IV D C , V • A SL II , I II, IV • Fr en ch II , I II Pr e-A P, IV A P, IV D C , V • Span II , I II Pr e-A P, IV A P, IV D C , V • A m er ic an S ign L an g III , I V • D igi tal A rt/ A ni m . • D ig. V ide o/ A udi o • We b D es ign Course 7 El ec tive s • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ Course 8 El ec tive s • Fi ne A rts • C om m . A pp. • Pr o. C om m . • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ • _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _

(34)

Degree Plan Requirements

For Students Entering Grade 9 in 2014-2015 and Thereafter

To receive a high school diploma, a student entering Grade 9 in the 2014-15 school year and thereafter

must complete the following:

In addition, 9

th

grade students must enroll in courses required for the foundation program and an endorsement

area.

The option of graduating under the foundation with no endorsement may occur only AFTER the

student’s tenth grade year, and specific procedures must be followed to waive the endorsement

requirement. For more information, contact the Academic Advisor.

State Assessments

Required for

Graduation

English I English II Algebra I Biology U.S. History

Endorsements

STEM Business/Industry Public Service Arts & Humanities Multidisciplinary Studies Environmental Science; Technology; Engineering; Advanced Math Database Management; Information Technology; Communications; Accounting; Finance; Marketing; Graphic Design; Architecture; Construction; Welding; HVAC; Logistics; Automotive Technology; Agricultural Science

Health Sciences & Occupations; Education & Training; Law Enforcement; Culinary Arts & Hospitality

Political Science; World Languages; Cultural Studies; English Literature; History; Fine Arts

Select courses from the curriculum of each of the other endorsement areas; Credits in a variety of advanced courses from multiple content areas sufficient to complete the distinguished level of achievement under the foundation program

For detailed information regarding course selections for each endorsement area, please refer to the four-year plans included in this course guide.

Distinguished Level of Achievement

Students may earn this distinction by completing the following:



A total of four credits in math, including credit in Algebra II



A total of four credits in science



Completion of curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement

Performance Acknowledgments

Students may earn performance acknowledgments in five different areas.



These acknowledgments are outlined on the following page.

1) Requirements of the Foundation High School Program

2) State testing requirements

3) Demonstrated proficiency, as determined by the district in which

the student is enrolled, at delivering clear verbal messages;

choosing effective non-verbal behaviors; listening for desired

results; applying valid critical thinking and problem-solving

processes; identifying, analyzing, developing and evaluating

communication skills needed for professional and social success in

interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and

profession presentations.

(35)

Performance Acknowledgments

A student may earn a performance acknowledgment on the student’s diploma and transcript for

outstanding performance by successfully completing one of the following:

1) Outstanding Performance in a Dual Credit Course

2) Outstanding Performance in Bilingualism and Biliteracy

3) Outstanding Performance on a College Board Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate

Examination

4) Outstanding Performance on a College Entrance Exam

5) Outstanding Performance by Earning a Business or Industry Certification or License

A

CKNOWLEDGMENT

R

EQUIREMENTS

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN A

DUAL CREDIT COURSE

a) Successfully completing at least 12 hours of college academic courses

with a grade of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0 OR

b) Earning an associate degree while in high school

Note: “College academic courses” include Texas core curriculum courses, advanced technical credit courses, and locally articulated courses.

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN

BILINGUALISM AND BILITERACY

a) Completing all English Language Arts requirements and maintaining a

minimum grade point average of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100 AND

b) Satisfying one of the following:

 Completing at least 3 credits in the same LOTE course with a

minimum GPA of 80 OR

 Demonstrating proficiency in the TEKS for Level IV or higher in a

LOTE course with a minimum GPA of 80 OR

 Completing at least 3 credits in foundation subject area courses

in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of 80 OR

 Scoring a “3” or higher on an AP examination for a language

other than English course OR

 Scoring a “4” or higher on an IB examination for a language

other than English course OR

 Performing on a national assessment of language proficiency in

a language other than English of at least Intermediate High or its equivalent AND

c) Participating in and meeting the exit criteria for a bilingual or ESL

program AND

d) Scoring at the Advanced High level on the TELPAS

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE ON A

COLLEGE BOARD ADVANCED

PLACEMENT OR INTERNATIONAL

BACCALAUREATE EXAMINATION

a) Earning a score of 3 or aboveon an AP examination OR

b) Earning a score of 4or above on an IB examination

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE ON A

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAM

a) Earning a score on the PSAT/NMSQT that qualifies the student for

recognition as a commended scholar or higher OR

b) Achieving the college readiness benchmark score on at least two of the

four subject tests on the ACT-PLAN examination OR

c) Earning a combined critical reading and math score of at least 1250 on

the SAT OR

d) Earning a composite score on the ACT of 28 (excluding the writing

subscore) OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY

EARNING A BUSINESS OR INDUSTRY

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSE

a) Performing on an examination or series of examinations sufficient to

obtain a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification OR

b) Performing on an examination sufficient to obtain a government-required

(36)

Foundation High School Program Requirements

Subject TISD Foundation Requirements ( 26 Credits)

English Language Arts

and Reading

Four Credits Total

Three Credits must consist of:

 English I (1 credit)

 English II (1 credit)

 English III (1 credit)

One Credit* from:

 English IV

 English IV DC

 AP English Literature and Composition

 Business English

May substitute:

English I and II for Speakers of Other Languages may be substituted for English I and II for students who are at the beginning or intermediate level of English language proficiency.

Mathematics

Three Credits Total Two Credits must consist of:

 Algebra I

 Geometry

One Credit* from:

 Mathematical Models with Applications

 Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

 Digital Electronics

 Robotics Programming and Design

 Algebraic Reasoning**

 Statistics**

 Algebra II

 Precalculus

 Advanced Quantitative Reasoning

 Independent Study in Mathematics

 Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving

 AP Statistics

 AP Calculus AB

 AP Calculus BC

 AP Computer Science

 IB Mathematical Studies Standard Level

 IB Mathematics Standard Level

 IB Mathematics Higher Level

 IB Further Mathematics Higher Level

 Engineering Mathematics

 Statistics and Risk Management

 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

 Math course endorsed by an IHE as a course for which the institution would award course credit or as a prerequisite for a course for which the institution would award course credit. Must be taken after Algebra II. (TEA will maintain a current list of courses offered.)

 Locally developed math course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or training hours needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate. Must be taken after Algebra I and Geometry. [(TEC) 28.002(g-1)]

*One full credit or a combination of two half credits **These courses are under development by TEA.

(37)

Degree Plan Requirements – Continued

Subject TISD Foundation Requirements ( 26 Credits)

Science

Three Credits Total One Credit must consist of:

 Biology or

 AP Biology or

 IB Biology

One Credit must consist of:

 Integrated Physics and Chemistry

 Chemistry  AP Chemistry  IB Chemistry  Physics  Principles of Technology  AP Physics 1  IB Physics

 Chemistry

 Physics

