Woodruff High School
&
R.D. Anderson Career Center
2006 - 2007
ALL
"A" LEVEL AND ADVANCED ENGLISH COURSES ARE HONORS.
ENGLISH I (A & B Levels)
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Freshman
English is an introductory language arts course that addresses the reading,
writing, and communicating processes through the analysis of literature.
Additional emphasis is given to the research process.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9
ENGLISH II (A & B Levels)
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Sophomore
English is a language arts course that addresses the reading, writing, and
communicating processes through the analysis of literature.
Special emphasis is given to the research process.
Prerequisites: English I
Grade: 9-10
This
is a freshman level advanced English course for students in the accelerated
English program who have taken advanced English I in the 8th grade.
All sophomore level requirements of reading, writing, and communicating
processes through the analysis of literature will be addressed.
Special emphasis is given to the research process.
Prerequisites: Advanced English I
Grade: 9-12
This
sophomore level advanced English course is for sophomores in the accelerated
English program. All levels will study American literature and will critically
analyze these writings. Students
are asked to complete a research paper.
Prerequisites: Advanced English II
Grade: 10-12
ENGLISH III (A & B Levels)
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Junior
English is a continuation of the study of the reading, writing, communicating,
and research processes. All levels
will study American literature and will critically analyze these writings.
Students are asked to complete a research paper.
Prerequisites: English I and II
Grade: 10-11
ENGLISH IV (A & B Levels)
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Senior
English is a continuation of the study of the reading, writing, communicating,
and research processes. All levels
will receive a comprehensive review of grammar and writing. All
levels will study the literature of England.
Special emphasis is given to the research process.
Prerequisites: English I, II, and III
Grade: Grade 11-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT LANGUAGE
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Students
in the accelerated English program are offered both AP Language and Composition
and AP Literature and Composition. AP
Language and Composition focuses on writing styles and rhetorical forms;
students will learn to identify these forms in reading selections and to mimic
these forms in original writings.
Prerequisites: English I, II, III (advanced)
Grade: 11-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT LITERATURE
1
unit English credit, ½ elective credit
Students
in the accelerated English program are offered both AP Language and Composition
and AP Literature and Composition. AP
Literature and Composition deals with explication of the major genres of
literature—poetry, fiction, and drama; students will learn to identify and to
evaluate literary devices and techniques in the works of major writers.
Prerequisites: English I, II, III
(advanced); AP Language
Grade: 12
JOURNALISM / ANNUAL
¾
unit elective credit
Journalism
and annual teach all areas of print journalism from writing, to editing, to
layout design, to advertising and distribution.
The journalism staff prepares 5 issues of the school newspaper, WHS
Times, and 1 spring issue of the school literary magazine, Maroon Moments.
The annual staff produces the yearbook, The Mirror. The
courses are “hands on” learning experiences.
A maximum of three units may be earned beginning in the tenth grade.
Enrollment is dependent upon the teacher recommendation.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 10-12
SAT PREP (semester course)
¾
unit elective credit
SAT
Prep is a semester course that focuses on improving SAT scores.
Students will work with an individualized computer-generated program that
will include both verbal and math drills. Some
emphasis on test-taking strategies will be included.
SENIORS will be given priority to enroll for 1st semester,
although any student may select this course.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
ALGEBRA I T
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is an extension of Math Tech I and is tailored for students in the Tech
Prep Program of study. Real world
problems are solved algebraically. Emphasis
is upon the practical application of algebraic topics.
Prerequisites:
Math Tech I or Pre-Algebra (8th grade)
Grade:
10-12
GEOMETRY T
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
course follows Algebra I T and is appropriate for students in the Tech Prep
Program of study. The practical
application of algebraic and geometric topics and problem solving strategies are
discussed.
Prerequisites:
Algebra I T
Grade:
11-12
ALGEBRA II/STATISTICS
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is the sequel to Geometry Tech and involves practical applications of
algebra, trigonometry, statistics, probability and functions.
The study of algebra and statistics will be beneficial to students in the
Tech Prep Program of study.
Prerequisites: Algebra I T
and Geometry T
Grade: 12
ALGEBRA I CP
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is for the college bound student who has successfully completed 8th
grade Pre-algebra. All beginning
algebra topics will be discussed and applied numerically, algebraically, and
geometrically through the use of technology.
Prerequisites: Math Tech I or Pre-Algebra (8th
grade)
Grade: 9-12
GEOMETRY CP
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is the study of geometric figures and their properties.
One semester is devoted to proofs of these properties and the development
of deductive reasoning abilities. The
other semester is devoted to the application of these properties by utilizing
algebraic and arithmetic skills. Geometry
is a college preparatory course but is recommended by many technical schools.
Prerequisites:
Algebra I CP
Grade:
9-12
ALGEBRA II CP
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
Algebra
II CP is a comprehensive course extending previously learned Algebra I CP and
Geometry CP skills. Topics include
discussions and applications of solving linear, quadratic, and fractional
equations, inequalities, coordinate geometry, radicals, functions, and conic
sections.
Prerequisites:
Algebra I CP and Geometry CP
Grade:
10-12
PRE-CALCULUS (Honors)
1
unit math credit, ½ elective credit
This
college preparatory course consists of more advanced algebraic concepts and
trigonometric content required of college preparatory students seeking a formal
background in math. This course is
an asset for students who will be taking AP Calculus in high school or Calculus
or Pre-Calculus in college.
Prerequisites:
Algebra I CP, Geometry CP and Algebra II CP
Grade:
11-12
This
course includes a study of both differential and integral calculus.
All topics taught in freshman college calculus are included in AP
Mathematics.
Prerequisites:
Algebra I CP, Geometry CP, Algebra II CP, and Pre-Calculus.
Grade:
12
Students
will be required to fulfill their three science units by receiving credit for a
combination of both physical and biological sciences. Physical sciences include
Physical Science, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and Physics) and biological sciences
include Biology I T, Biology I CP, and AP Biology).
NOTE: Physical Science is not a lab science.
This
is a course intended for students who plan to continue their science education
in CP, Honors, or AP level science courses.
It is a more intense foundation of the basic principles of chemistry and
physics.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
This
is a course intended for students who plan to continue their science study in
tech prep courses. It is a
foundational level science course incorporating the basics of chemistry and
physics.
Prerequisites: None
Grade 9-12
BIOLOGY I T
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is a life science class designed for high school students who are
planning to enter the job market or to continue technical education after high
school graduation. A general
knowledge in cell structure, evolution, genetics, microorganisms, plants,
invertebrates, vertebrates, human anatomy, and ecology is acquired.
Twenty-five percent of the course work involves laboratory activities.
Prerequisites:
Physical Science T
Grade:
10-12
BIOLOGY I CP
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is intended for students who plan to attend college after high school
graduation. It involves a detailed
study of living organisms with a large percent of laboratory work.
Biology I is designed to prepare students for advanced science courses
such as Chemistry, Physics, Biology II and AP Biology.
Prerequisites:
Physical Science CP or teacher recommendation.
Grade:
9-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
This
is a freshman college level course, which involves the intense study of
cellular, molecular, plant and animal biology with primary emphasis upon the
principle topic covered in the AP Biology outline.
Extra time may be required outside regular class time to conduct
laboratory experiments.
Prerequisites:
Physical Science CP and Biology I CP and Honors Chemistry.
Grade: 11-12
CHEMISTRY CP (Honors)
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
Chemistry
is an honors course that is highly recommended for all students planning to
study at a college, university, or technical college after graduation.
The course consists of the study of chemical and physical reactions, the
atomic theory, the periodic law, nuclear chemistry, bonding, quantitative and
qualitative analysis, phase chemistry, solutions, acid-base theory, and the
study of pH. Much laboratory work
must be completed.
Prerequisites:
Biology I CP and Algebra II may be taken concurrently.
Grade:
10-12
CHEMISTRY T
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
This
course focuses on the study of scientific measurement, safety, chemical
structure and behavior, chemical equations and stoichiometry, phase chemistry,
solutions acid-base theory, electrochemistry, and organic chemistry.
Chemistry T will focus more on practical labs and individual interest
research, while Honors Chemistry focuses more on theory and advanced laboratory
techniques.
Prerequisites:
Physical Science for Technologies, Biology I T or CP, and Algebra I T or CP. May
be taken concurrently with Biology I CP or T
Grade: 10-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
This
is freshman college level course designed for the scientifically inclined
individual. Topics include an
advanced treatment of the following: atomic theory, quantum theory, molecular
orbitals, solution theory, the gas laws, stoichiometry, oxidation reduction,
kinetics, chemical equilibrium of all types, coordination complexes, organic
chemistry, and qualitative analysis. The
course is designed so that a future college student may skip the freshman
chemistry requirement. Chemistry is
required of all science majors, most engineering majors, medical school
candidates and disciplines related to medicine such as medical technology and
physical therapy. The material
covered is intense and students must be mature enough to complete much
independent study. Reading
assignments and problems are terse and involved.
Labs consist of those, which are required by the College Board involving
statistical analysis.
Prerequisites:
Honors Chemistry and Algebra II.
Grade:
11-12
PHYSICS CP
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
Physics
is a course that is recommended for all students planning to study at a
four-year college. The course
consists of mechanics, gravitational theory, wave theory, thermodynamics, sound,
light, and electricity.
Prerequisites:
Chemistry, Algebra II, and Geometry.
PHYSICS (Honors)
1
unit science credit, ½ elective credit
Physics
is an honors course that is recommended for all students planning to study at a
four-year college or major in a high tech field.
It is especially recommended for those entering the field of engineering.
The course consists of mechanics, gravitational theory, wave theory,
thermodynamics, sound, light, and electricity.
Prerequisites:
Chemistry CP.
Co
requisites: Precalculus
Grade:
11-12
SOCIAL
STUDIES
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
World
Geography is designed for students from grades 9-12 and is preferably taught in
grade 9 for two semesters. The
course focuses on the interactions of human and physical geography.
Students will be able to identify and describe major physical and
cultural features of the earth and its inhabitants.
A strong foundation relating to the use of graphics is established.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
WORLD HISTORY
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is designed for college preparatory students in grades 9-12 and is
preferably taught for two semesters. This
course focuses on western civilization from pre-history to the present.
Students will be able to identify and describe differing political and
economic systems.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
ECONOMICS (A & B Levels – semester course)
½
unit social studies credit, ¼ elective credit
This
course gives students a broad overview of the major theories of economics.
Emphasis is placed on the interaction of buyers and sellers in the
marketplace and in dealing with the problem of scarcity.
Several economic systems are compared and contrasted, with major emphasis
being placed on the capitalist system. The
Federal Banking System, business cycles, and competition in our market are also
topics of study.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
GOVERNMENT (A & B Levels – semester course)
½
unit social studies credit, ¼ elective credit
This
course allows students to gain practical knowledge about their role as a citizen
in the American Democracy and the governmental system’s role in their lives.
Emphasis is placed on the foundations and the branches of the American
governmental system. Special
emphasis is placed upon civil rights and the judicial system.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
U. S. HISTORY (A & B Levels)
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
This
course surveys U. S. History from 1607 to the present with emphasis on the
period from 1877 through the present.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 11-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT U. S. HISTORY
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is open to those students who want a more in-depth study of U. S.
History. The course will focus on
causes of historical events and the resulting effects of those events.
Various interpretations will be considered.
Extensive reading is required in both high school and college level
texts. Testing is geared toward
preparation to take the Advanced Placement Examination (given in May) and thus
consists of objective questions and discussion.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 11-12
PSYCHOLOGY
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
Psychology
is a survey course in basic psychology examining all theories of personality
development. Students gain a better
understanding of their behavior and the behavior of others.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT EUROPEAN HISTORY
1
unit social studies credit, ½ elective credit
This
college level AP course examines western civilization from the Renaissance to
the present. Differing political
and economic systems will be considered. Independent
historical research and extensive reading are required.
Testing and the syllabus are correlated with the AP program.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 11-12
FOREIGN
LANGUAGE
This
course introduces the student to French language and culture and emphasizes
proficiency in listening, speaking, writing and reading skills.
Prerequisites:
None
Grade:
9-12
This
course continues the ladder of proficiency with emphasis on oral survival skills
and personal writing. A “C”
average in French I is strongly recommended
Prerequisites:
French I
Grade:
10-12
This
course is designed to enhance the four skills of proficiency at an advanced
level and will introduce the student to the heritage of France and the
Francophone countries. A “C”
average in French II is recommended.
Prerequisites:
French I and II
Grade:
11-12
Spanish
is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to converse, read, and
write in basic Spanish. Audiovisual
materials are used to introduce the students to the culture and heritage of the
Hispanic world.
Prerequisites:
None
Grade:
9-12
Spanish
II is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to understand
spoken and written Spanish and to be able to speak and write Spanish on an
intermediate level. A variety of
audiovisual materials are used to further the student’s understanding of the
Hispanic people, culture, and world. A
“C” average or above in Spanish I is strongly recommended.
Prerequisites:
Spanish I.
Grade:
10-12
Spanish
III is an advanced course in Spanish. Students
are introduced to the literature of the Hispanic countries.
The course endeavors to instill an in-depth understanding of as well as
an appreciation for the history, heritage, and culture of the Hispanic world and
people. A “C” average or above
in Spanish II is strongly recommended.
Prerequisites:
Spanish II.
Grade:
11-12
Advanced
Placement Spanish is designed for students who wish to enhance their
communication skills in Spanish. The
course consists of reviewing grammar and of refining communication skills:
reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Prerequisites:
Spanish III and approval of the Spanish III teacher.
Grade:
12
NOTE:
A
STUDENT MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE LEVELS I AND II OF ONE FOREIGN LANGUAGE
BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO SWITCH TO THE OTHER FOREIGN LANGUAGE.
A STUDENT SHOULD ALSO TAKE FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEVELS IN CONSECUTIVE YEARS.
SPECIAL
SERVICES
Woodruff High School offers a variety of programs for special needs students designed to meet the needs of the students in diploma and certificate programs. Resource students are served in a resource classroom one period a day while certificate students are served from two to four periods a day based on their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
BUSINESS
EDUCATION
This
course of study is designed to introduce the student to the basic elements of
finance: budgeting, obtaining credit, maintaining checking accounts, recording
business transactions, applying computer operations to financial management,
personal finance including savings, investments, house and car-buying.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
KEYBOARDING (semester course)
½
unit vocational credit, ¼ elective credit
This
course is designed to provide an opportunity to master the skill of entering
alphabetic, numeric, and symbolic information on a keyboard and a ten-key pad
using the touch method of keystroking. Emphasis
is placed on development of speed and accuracy, proper techniques, and correct
fingering.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
INTEGRATED
BUSINESS APPLICATIONS I (formerly
Computer Technology)
1
unit computer science credit, ½ elective credit
This
one-year course of study is designed to teach the student how to process
data into useful information by using database, spreadsheet, word processing,
PowerPoint, and graphics applications software.
Other content areas include components, sizes, and limitations of
computer systems, system software, and information needs of business, industry
and government. Students will use
the Internet in this class.
Prerequisites:
Keyboarding proficiency
Grade:
9-12
INTEGRATED BUSINESS APPLICATIONS II (formerly Computer Technology II)
1
unit vocational credit, ½ elective credit
This
course expands the student’s knowledge of electronic information processing
including application software, system software and Windows 2000, data
communication, and information needs of business, industry, and government.
Students will use PowerPoint and the Internet in this class.
Prerequisite:
Integrated Business Applications I
Grade:
10-12
This
course is designed to provide the student with a knowledge of word processing
concepts, to provide the student with those skills necessary to pursue a career
in today’s office and to provide the student with decision-making skills
necessary to cope with both current technology and with rapid change in the
office of the future.
Prerequisites: Integrated Business
Applications I
Grade: 10-12
ACCOUNTING I
1
unit vocational credit, ½ elective credit
This
course is designed to acquaint the student with the relationship between
accounting and business; to develop an understanding of the steps of the
accounting cycle; to develop an understanding of accounting concepts,
principles, and practices; and to apply accounting procedures.
Prerequisites:
at least tenth grade classification
Grade:
10-12
TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS (formerly Industrial Tech I)
1
unit vocational credit, ½ elective credit
Technology
affects every member of society in virtually every aspect of life.
Often there are many fears and misconceptions when the subject of
technology is approached. These can
be easily dispelled and a basic understanding of the interrelationships of all
courses taken by the students can be achieved through studying their
applications in the world of modern technology.
This course is intended to provide the foundation of the integration of
knowledge for an awareness of the historical development, current uses and
availability, and future outlook of technology systems.
The four major areas of construction technology, communications
technology, manufacturing technology, and power, energy, and transportation
technology are explored through a series of hands-on activities coupled with
classroom discussions and presentations.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
PRE-ENGINEERING (semester course) (formerly Industrial Tech II)
½ unit
vocational credit, ¼ elective credit
This
course is a continuation of instruction in dealing with technology.
The student will have the flexibility of opting for advanced course work
in two of the four cluster areas encountered in Industrial Technology I.
Various in-depth hands-on activities, research and discovery projects,
directed experiments, and self-paced exploratory assignments are some of the
areas, which will be stressed.
Prerequisites:
Technology Systems and Algebra I or higher
Grade:
10-12
COMMUNICATIONS (semester course)
½
unit vocational credit, ¼ elective credit
This
is a semester course. The students
will have the opportunity to explore public speaking, and learn how to use
various media technologies to aid them in their presentations.
This course will also include video-production, graphic design, and
desktop publishing.
Prerequisites:
None
Grade:
9-12
CHORUS
1½
units elective credit
This
class is comprised of approximately 75 students who provide musical programs for
the school and community. Students
study and sing a variety of musical forms including classical, contemporary,
gospel, spiritual, pop, and rock. The
chorus performs in the fall, Christmas, spring, and Rotary concerts.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
WHS GIRLS’ ENSEMBLE
1½
units elective credit
The
WHS Girls’ Ensemble is made up of a small group of girls who sing SSA music
(soprano 1, soprano 2, and alto). This
group joins the larger class for their performances and also sings as a separate
group. They perform for civic
groups, community events, and churches. This
is an auditioned group.
Prerequisites: Audition
Grade: 9-12
BAND
1½
units elective credit
Students
participating in this class not only develop individual musical abilities but
provide an important role in promoting school spirit by participating in the
marching band, pep band, and individual competitions.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
PAINTING AND DRAWING
1½
units elective credit
This
course is designed for the high school art student with an interest in
two-dimensional art forms, including drawing, painting techniques, textile
design, papermaking, printmaking, mixed media and general design.
The class entails exploration of the elements and principles of design,
and the media used include pencil, pastel, charcoal, watercolors, acrylic
painting, pen and ink, as well as a wide variety of experimental methods.
Drawing skill is not necessary in order to be successful in this course.
Prerequisites:
A desire to learn and to develop one’s own skills and abilities.
Grade:
9-12
CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE
1½
units elective credit
This
course is designed for the high school art student with an interest in primarily
three-dimensional art media, including ceramics, sculpture, basketry,
papermaking, and crafts survey. A
two-dimensional unit will be included as a design survey as well as an art
appreciation survey. Students will
experiment with body and face casting, assemblage, carving and reductive
sculpture, and will learn to use the principles of design in planning their
work. Drawing skills are not
necessary for the student to have before taking this course.
Prerequisites:
None
Grade
9-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART
1½
units elective credit
This
is an advanced level two and three-dimensional course that is for the serious
art student preparing a portfolio for college and/or commercial/vocational work
in the arts after high school. All
students registering for this class must have teacher recommendation and must be
prepared at the end of the course to take the AP Art Portfolio Exam.
The student will develop a portfolio concentration study involving a
minimum of 12 additional works. Drawing,
painting, independent exploration and research are important in this course.
Prerequisites:
Drawing and painting
Grade:
11-12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART HISTORY
1½
units elective credit
This
is a course for the motivated history student with a serious interest in art and
art history. Museum trips, art
criticism, and critical writing skills are an important part of this class.
Prerequisites:
AP U. S. History or World History with a grade of B or above and history teacher
recommendation, or a grade of A in art with art teacher recommendation.
Extensive independent reading required.
Grade: 11-12
FALL & SPRING PE
½
unit physical education credit, ¼ unit elective credit
(one
semester)
Physical
Education is a semester course that can be taken in either the fall or spring
semester. During the semester, students will participate in various movement
forms, strength fitness, and cardiovascular fitness.
All students will be assessed using the Fitnessgram evaluation.
Prerequisites: None
Grade: 9-12
FALL & SPRING ATHLETIC CONDITIONING
½
unit physical education credit, ¼ unit elective credit
Athletic
conditioning is taught in the fall and spring for the dedicated athlete.
All students must have completed PE-I prior to enrolling in Athletic
Conditioning. The course objective
is advanced physical conditioning with emphasis on weight training,
cardiovascular conditioning, agility, and
body composition for enhance athletic performance.
Students may enroll in either semester or both semesters.
Prerequisites: PE-I or PE-II
Grade: 9-12
DRIVER
EDUCATION
FALL & SPRING DRIVER EDUCATION
¾
unit elective credit
(semester
course)
Students
receive classroom instruction and actual driving experience.
This elective course places emphasis on sportsmanlike driving.
Students should possess a driver’s permit before registering for this
course. Students registering
for Fall Drivers Ed must be 15 years old by September 15, 2004.
Students registering for Spring Drivers Ed must be 15 years old by March
15, 2005.
Prerequisites: Valid South Carolina
driver’s permit
Grade: 9-12