Summary Sheet
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AT THS
There are 28 credits required for graduation.
CLUBS
A summary of clubs and membership requirements is included in the THS Student Handbook.
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
Service is defined through the voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or a community agency, done without compensation or course credit, and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit. Students who complete 10 community service hours each semester will be recognized at graduation.
GPA AND CLASS RANKStudent grade point averages and class rank are calculated at the end of each semester.
LETTER NUMERICAL GRADE GRADE POINT VALUE
A 90 – 100 4 points
B 80 – 89 3 points
C 70 – 79 2 points
D 60 – 69 1 point
F 59 and below 0 points
The overall grade point average is computed by totaling all the grade points and dividing the total by the number of courses taken.
Example: A student makes a 95A, 85B, 89B and an 74C. Add the numerical values of 4+3+3+2= 12; then divide 12 by 4 (the number of classes) to calculate a GPA of 3.0.
REGISTRATION
Students will complete registration in the spring semester with their counselor.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship information is placed on the counseling office webpage at http://ths.btcs.org/counseling.
STUDENT ATHLETES
If students aspire to participate in collegiate athletics, they should be mindful of the NCAA course requirements. Students also need to satisfy the GPA and test score requirements on the NCAA sliding scale. Please remember that the NCAA only considers grades in core classes for eligibility purposes. Please visit http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/public/NCAA/Eligibility/index.html for more information.
TESTING TERMS
Test requirements vary among colleges as does the weight the test scores carry in the admissions decision. Below are definitions of the most widely used tests:
ACT: The ACT combines certain aspects of both the SAT I and SAT II into one test. It is a multiple‐choice test and the scores range from 0 to 36. There are four parts to the test: English, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The Writing Test is optional.
PSAT/NMSQT: The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test and the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test provide a practice SAT test for college bound students in the fall of their junior year.
SAT : The Scholastic Aptitude Test is one of the factors used as college admissions criteria. It is a multiple‐choice test that is designed to test the student’s aptitude for scholastic work (not intelligence). The SAT is usually taken in the spring of the junior year and again in the fall of the senior year. Scores are broken down into critical reading, mathematical and writing categories and range from 200 to 800 per section. Total scores range from 400-1600, where 1600 would be a perfect score. Colleges differ on the average SAT score which they expect of applicants.
AP: Advanced Placement Tests are usually taken after a student has completed an Advanced Placement course in a specific academic area. These tests normally cost $96.00. Students can earn college credit and/or advanced standing in college based on their scores that range from 1 to 5.
CLEP: College-Level Examination Program courses are taught on a college level and are designed to prepare students to take the CLEP test which, with qualifying scores, may
permit them to receive college credit from many post- secondary institutions.
DUAL CREDIT/ ARTICULATION: Northeast State Community College, in partnership with Tennessee High, enables high school students to take selected high school courses which may later articulate to Northeast State. Articulation means that the student, upon demonstrating subject matter competency at the college level, can receive credit for college-level courses upon enrollment at Northeast State. This partnership enables the student/the college/and the State of Tennessee to save time and money while at the same time results in the student getting an early start to college, graduating earlier, and entering the workforce sooner.
CTE students must pass the articulation assessments with a minimum grade of a "C". Health-Related Professions students must pass with a minimum grade of a "B". The college credit will then be transcribed to the student’s transcript upon enrollment and continued student status beyond the two-week enrollment period. See CTE course listings for more information.
Students may bring up to eight hours of college level credit with them upon enrollment at Northeast State within two years of graduation from high school.
Tennessee High School Code: (for SAT I, SAT II and ACT tests): 430180
TENNESSEE HOPE SCHOLARSHIP
(Lottery Scholarship)
Award Amount: $1750 per semester for a four year college/university or $1500 per semester for a two-year college.
Students must meet the following requirements:
Entering freshmen must have a minimum of a 21 ACT (980 SAT), exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests
OR
Overall weighted minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA)
(General Assembly Merit Scholarship)
Award Amount: $1,000 in addition to Hope Scholarship funds
Students must meet the following requirements:
Students graduating from a Tennessee public school must have a minimum 3.75 weighted GPA AND 29 ACT (1280 SAT), exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests.
(Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant)
Award amount – $667 per trimester
Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant Recipients Must:
Enroll in a certificate or diploma program at a Tennessee Center for Applied Technology
Cannot be prior recipient of Tennessee HOPE Scholarship or Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant.
Available to all students enrolled at a Tennessee Technology Center who are TN residents 1 year prior to the term school begins
TENNESSEE PROMISE
Tennessee Promise offers two years of tuition-free community or technical college to Tennessee high school graduates. A critical component is the individual guidance each participant will receive from a mentor who will assist the student as he or she navigates the college admissions process. In addition, Tennessee Promise participants must complete eight hours of community service per term enrolled, as well as maintain satisfactory academic progress (2.0 GPA) at their institution.
Award Amount – Amount varies based on the amount of remaining tuition and mandatory fees after all other aid has first been applied.
TN SCHOLARS
This is a program designed to recognize students for academic excellence, good attendance and community involvement. Please visit http://www.tnscholars.org/ for more information.
TUTORING
Tutoring is available after school with individual teachers. Students may also attend the Afterschool program for tutoring and activities; this program is available Monday-Thursday from 2:30-5:30 PM.
SUMMER READING
Summer Reading will be required of all English classes. Summer reading information will be available on the Tennessee High School website.
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THS Minimum Graduation Requirements
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English
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4 credits
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English I
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English II
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English III
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English IV
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Math
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4 credits
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Integrated Math I
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Students must take a math course every year.
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Integrated Math II
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Integrated Math III
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One additional credit beyond
Integrated Math III
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Science
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3 credits
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Biology
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Anatomy and Physiology
or
Engineering Design I or II
may count as a 3rd lab Science.
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Chemistry or Physics
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One additional Lab Science (i.e. Physical Science, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, etc.)
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Social Studies
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3 credits
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World History / AP Human Geography
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U.S. History
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U.S. Government/ Economics
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Physical Education
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2 credits
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Wellness
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2 semesters of JROTC may substitute for Wellness.
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PE/Driver's Education
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Foreign Language
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2 credits
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2 semesters of the same Language
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Fine Arts
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1 credit
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Art, Choral Music, Theatre, Digital Art and Design, or Instrumental Music
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Program of Study
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3 credits
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Focused Elective Program of Study (POS)
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Choose from AP, Fine Arts, Humanities, Math/Science, CTE, or JROTC
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Personal Finance
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.5 credit
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Electives
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5.5 credits
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Programs of Study 2023-2024
Students must complete 3 electives from a single Program of Study (POS) per graduation requirements.
Academic
Advanced Placement
Advanced Manufacturing
Machining Technology:
Principles of Manufacturing (PMI)
Principles of Machining I
Dual Enroll: Quality & Inspection; Industrial Safety; Machine Tool Operations I
Dual Enroll: Blueprint Reading; Machine Tool Operations II
Northeast State Semester 3 (at NE State):
CNC Programming I; Machine Tool Op III;
CNC Machine Operations I
Ind. Cert.: PMI (Precision Meas. Inst.)
Dual Credit at TCAT Eliz.: PMI Ind. Cert. = 90 hrs
Welding:
Principles of Manufacturing
Welding I
Dual Enroll. TCAT Welding 1/2 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Welding 3/4 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Pipefitting (120 hours)
Ind. Cert.: AWS Cert. Welder; OSHA 10 Manufacturing; (NE State DC Test)
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
Environmental and Natural Resource Management:
AgriScience
Fisheries & Wildlife Science
Animal Science
Ind. Cert.: OSHA 10 Agriculture, Ducks Unlimited, Ecology Conservation & Management, ELANCO Animal Science
Architecture & Construction
Architectural & Engineering Design
Architectural Design I
Architectural Design II
Architectural Design III
Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) Systems:
Fundamentals of Construction (OSHA10, NCCER)
MEP Systems
Plumbing Systems
Ind. Cert.: OSHA 10 Construction; NCCER Core
HVAC Systems:
Fundamentals of Construction
Northeast State HVAC (Sem. 1)
Northeast State HVAC (Sem. 2)
Northeast State HVAC (Sem. 3)
Northeast State HVAC (Sem. 4)
Residential & Commercial Construction:
Fundamentals of Construction (OSHA10, NCCER)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Building Construction I (NCCER Const. Tech, NCCER Fall Protection)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Building Construction II (Carpentry 1)
Ind. Cert.: OSHA 10 Construction; NCCER Core; NCCER Construction Technology; NCCER Fall Protection Orientation; NCCER Carpentry 1
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, & Communications
Digital Arts & Design:
Digital Arts & Design 1
Digital Arts & Design 2
Digital Arts & Design 3
Ind. Cert.: Adobe Certified Professional
Business Management & Administration
Business Management:
Business Management (1 year only)
CLEP Test: Principles of Management
Education and Training
Teaching as a Profession (K-12)
Introduction to Teaching as a Profession
Teaching as a Profession I
Teaching as a Profession II
Teaching as a Profession Practicum
Government & Public Administration
Leadership in Government
JROTC I
JROTC II
JROTC III
JROTC IV
Health Science
Nursing Services
Health Science Education
Anatomy & Physiology
Medical Therapeutics (NEState Dual Credit CPR Test)
Nursing Education (CNA--Cert. Nursing Asst.) and Clinical Internship (students enroll in both) Ind. Cert.: OSHA10 Healthcare; CNA--Cert. Nursing Asst
Therapeutic Services
Health Science Education
Anatomy & Physiology
Medical Therapeutics (NEState Dual Credit CPR)
Pharmacological Science (NEState Dual Credit CPR) and Clinical Internship (students enroll in both)
Ind. Cert.: OSHA10 Healthcare, Cert. Pharm. Tech.
Sport and Human Performance
Health Science Education
Anatomy & Physiology
Rehabilitation Careers (NEState Dual Credit CPR Test)
Ind. Cert.: OSHA10 Healthcare
Hospitality & Tourism
Culinary Arts:
Culinary Arts 1 (OSHA10)
Culinary Arts 2 (ServeSafe Food Manager)
Culinary Arts 3
Culinary Arts 4
Ind. Cert.: OSHA10, ServeSafe Food Manager
Human Services
Cosmetology:
Cosmetology 1
Dual Enroll. TCAT Cosmetology 1/2 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Cosmetology 3/4 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Cosmetology 5/6 (120 hours)
Ind. Cert.: OSHA10 Cosmetology
Information Technology
Coding:
Computer Science Foundations
Coding I
AP Computer Science Principles
Cybersecurity:
Computer Science Foundations
Cybersecurity I
Cybersecurity II
AP Computer Science Principles
Web Design:
Computer Science Foundations
Web Design Foundations
AP Computer Science Principles
Ind. Cert.: Comp. TIA Foundations
Law, Corrections, & Security
Criminal Justice & Correction Services:
Criminal Justice I
Criminal Justice II
Dual Enroll. Intro. to Criminal Justice (CRMJ 1010) and Intro. to Legal Process (CRMJ 1020)
Ind. Cert.: OSHA10 for Public Safety
Marketing, Distribution & Logistics:
Marketing Management:
Intro to Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Marketing and Entrepreneurship (CLEP)
Social Media Marketing and Analytics
CLEP Test: Principles of Marketing
Ind. Cert. Hootsuite Social Media Cert.
STEM
Engineering:
Principles of Engineering & Technology
Engineering I
Engineering II
Ind. Cert.: Dremel 3D Printing
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair:
(all classes at Friendship Career Center)
Maintenance & Light Repair 1
Dual Enroll. TCAT Automotive 1/2 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Automotive 3/4 (120 hours)
Dual Enroll. TCAT Automotive 5/6 (120 hours)
Ind. Cert.: NC3 Multimeter, NC3 Hand Tool
Automotive Collision Repair:
Dual Enroll:NEState Paint & Refinishing 3 hrs (at THS)
Dual Enroll: NEState Special Topics Auto 1 hr (at THS)
Dual Enroll: NEState Non-Structural Rep 4 hr (at THS)
*Work-Based Learning Practicum can count as the 3rd or 4th level of all Programs of Study).
Industry Certification opportunity:
OSHA10 General Industry
To receive the Work Ethic Distinction a student must earn a minimum of 32 points and a regular high school diploma.
- Attendance
- 1 pt :Student has no more than 5 absences from school during their senior year.
- 2 pts : Student has no more than 3 absences from school during their senior year.
- 3 pts : Student has no more than 1 absences from school during their senior year.
- Tardiness
- 1 pt : Student has no more than two unexcused tardies to school during their senior year.
- 2 pts : Student has no unexcused tardies to school during their senior year.
- Discipline
- 1 pt : Student has no more than one discipline referral during their senior year.
- 2 pts : Student has no discipline referrals during their senior year.
- Overall GPA
- 1 pt : Student has an overall GPA of 2.0 to 2.9.
- 2 pts : Student has an overall GPA of 3.0 to 3.4.
- 3 pts : Student has an overall GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Drug Free
- 5 pts : Student voluntarily presents written proof as being drug free.
- CTE Coursework
- (1 pt.) CTE Participant - Student has completed and earned credit in at least one CTE course by the end of the senior year.
- (2 pts.) CTE Concentrator - Student has completed and earned credit in two high school CTE courses, in sequence, in a single CTE program of study by the end of the senior year
- (3 pts.) CTE Completer - Student has completed and earned credit in three or more high school CTE courses in a single CTE program of study by the end of the senior year
- CTE Competition
- 1 pt : Student has competed in an approved regional level CTE competition during their senior year.
- 2 pts : Student has competed in an approved state level CTE competition during their senior year.
- 3 pts : Student has competed in an approved national level CTE competition during their senior year.
- Community Service Standard
- (1 pt.) Student has completed 10 hours of community service during the senior year.
- (2 pt.) Student has completed 20 hours of community service during the senior year.
- (3 pt.) Student has completed 30 hours of community service during the senior year.
- Post-Secondary Plan Standard
- (2 pts.) Student is in good standing with TN Promise, including having applied to an accredited post-secondary institution OR student has enlisted in the military student has enrolled in a registered apprenticeship after high school graduation.
- Dual Enrollment/Credit
- 2 pts : Student has successfully completed a dual enrollment, dual credit, or Advanced Placement course and has been granted credit by any post-secondary institution during or before their senior year.
- Industry Certification
- 2 pts : Student has received a national industry certification during or before their senior
- College and Career Assessment Standard
- 2 pts : Student has achieved a Bronze Level National Career Readiness Certificate.
- 4 pts : Student has achieved a Silver Level National Career Readiness Certificate.
- 6 pts : Student has achieved a Gold or Platinum Level National Career Readiness Certificate.
- Work Experience Standard
- (4 pts.) Student has participated in an internship OR approved career practicum/work- based learning course OR has held a part time job during the senior year.
* For additional information regarding the Work Ethic Diploma Distinction, please see CTE Director, Deidre Pendley or your Counselor.
Advanced Placement Program Expectations
The following chart is meant to give you an idea of how much time a student may be expected to prepare for each of the AP Courses. The time a student spends on assignments also varies depending on his/ her skill level. Different teachers for the same course may have slightly different expectations, but time commitment should be about the same.
Language Arts:
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Course Name:
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Reading per class
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Study hours per class
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Tests, essays and papers
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Major Projects (including summer assignments)
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Language and
Composition
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- 3-5 major works per year
- Several varied passages/
nonfictional excerpts
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½ hour to 1 hour per day
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- Weekly written responses
- 2-3 prompts or timed writing per quarter
- Quizzes or tests on terms and reading as needed
- Suggested mock exam
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Minimum:
- 2-4 major projects during school year
- A summer assignment is required.
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Literature and Composition
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2-3 major works per quarter
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½ hour to 1 hour per day
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- At least 2 AP practice timed writing assignments per quarter
- Two-three tests on major works per quarter
- Suggested mock exam
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A summer reading assignment is required.
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Fine Arts:
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Course Name
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Reading per class
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Study hours per class
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Tests, essays and papers
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Major Projects
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Studio Art
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- Ongoing visual journal or sketchbook assignments
- At home completion of work
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1 hour per day
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- 6-8 pieces of work per quarter
- Attendance is essential
- Unfinished class work to be completed at home
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Development of major assignments to complete a portfolio of art work. The 4th quarter consists of a portfolio of 24 workshops and submissions.
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Music Theory
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- On average, 20-25 textbook pages are covered per week
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1-2 hours per
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Weekly aural assessments (listening and singing)
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Final composition project
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Mathematics:
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Course name
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Reading per class
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Study hours per class
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Tests, essays and papers
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Major Projects
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Calculus AB
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5-10 pages
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1-2 hours per day
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- Tests
- Quizzes (daily)
- Communication of mathematical processes and mathematical reasoning is essential
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- Review Notebook
- Practice Free Response Questions
- Homework packet
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Computer Science
Principles
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5-10 pages
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1-2 hours per day
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- Review
Notebook
- Practice Homework
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Science:
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Course name
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Reading per class
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Study hours per class
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Tests, essays and papers
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Major Projects
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Biology
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- 30-50 pages per week (varies per unit)
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1-2 hours per day
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- Tests and quizzes
- Free response writing practice
- Assignments vary with units
- Lab reports
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Chemistry
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- 30-50 pages per week (varies per unit)
- 25-30 problems per week
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1-2 hours per day
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- Tests and quizzes
- Free response writing practice
- Assignments vary with units
- Lab reports
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Physics I
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- 20-30 pages per week (varies per unit)
- 25-30 problems per week.
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1-2 hours per day
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- Tests and quizzes
- Free response writing practice
- Assignment vary with units
- Lab reports
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Social Studies:
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Course Name
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Reading per class
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Study Hours per class
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Tests, essays and papers
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Major Projects
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US History
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- 40-60 pages per week
- Supplemental reading as assigned
- Document reading/analysis
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1-2 hours per day
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- Unit tests/reading quizzes/practice AP exams
- 3-4 essays per quarter
- Special projects which may include papers and presentations
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Human Geography
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- 40-60 pages per week
- Supplemental reading as assigned
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1-2 hours per day
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- Unit tests/quizzes/practice AP exams
- 3-4 essays per quarter
- Special projects which may include papers and presentations
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Psychology
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- 40-60 pages per week
- Supplemental reading as assigned
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1-2 hours per day
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- Unit tests/quizzes/practice AP exams
- 3-4 essays per semester
- Special projects which may include papers and presentations
- 1 tech lab per topic/subject area
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****According to School Board policy, all students enrolling in an AP course will be required to take the AP exam in that course to receive an AP credit. Students not taking the AP exam will receive credit in the corresponding honors class.
EXAMPLE: Student A passes AP Chemistry and also takes the AP exam.
Student A will receive 5 points on each nine weeks average and the final exam along with transcript credit for AP Chemistry.
Student B passes AP Chemistry but opts not to take the AP exam.
Student B will receive 3 points on each nine weeks average and the final exam along with transcript credit for Honors Chemistry II.
SCHEDULE CHANGE GUIDELINES
Students wishing to request course changes must complete the schedule request form available online at http://ths.btcs.org/counseling. Course requests will be accepted through the first two full days of school each semester. Students enrolled in dual enrollment classes may only change their schedule at the beginning of the term withing the first two days of class. Students may not withdraw from a mid- or late-term course. Requests for teacher preferences are not honored at any time.
During the first two days of school and upon the completion of new student enrollment, counselors will consider requests that meet one of the following guidelines:
- A class on the schedule was taken and passed in summer school.
- A class was failed in the second term of the previous year or in summer school that is a prerequisite for a course appearing on the schedule.
- No English or math course appears on the schedule.
- A senior is not registered for a required course for graduation.
- Fewer than eight classes appear on the schedule.
- Courses are not sequenced in prerequisite order on the schedule.
- Student wishes to try a more challenging course in English, math, science, or social studies.
The following are not acceptable reasons for requesting a course change:
- Teacher preference.
- Fear of a low grade or course difficulty. (Keep this in mind when registering for Honors and/or AP courses).
- Course is not required for graduation.
- Student did not complete the summer reading requirement.
ENGLISH
G01H0920 English I
This freshman-level introductory course focuses on close reading of a
variety of literary texts and genres, including fiction and nonfiction, as
well as developing skills in grammar and writing. The course will
emphasize multiple formal writing styles, including narrative, argument,
and informational essay development, while utilizing research skills in
the writing process. Preparation for the state-mandated assessment
(which counts as the student’s final exam grade and a percentage of the
overall course grade) will also be imperative.
G01H0910 English I (Honors)
Prerequisite: Students must earn a score at or above the 65th national percentile on the STAR Reading exam, score within the “On Track or Mastered” range on the 7th grade TNReady exam, have an A or B average, and receive a 4 on work ethic by 8th grade Honors English teacher.
This freshman-level introductory course focuses on close reading of a variety of literary texts and genres, including fiction and nonfiction, as well as developing sophisticated skills in grammar and writing. The course will emphasize multiple formal writing styles, including narrative, argument, and informational essay development, while utilizing research skills in the writing process. Preparation for the state-mandated assessment (which counts as the student’s exam grade and a percentage of the overall course grade) will also be imperative.
G01H1020 English II
Prerequisite: English I
This sophomore-level course focuses on developing close reading skills
with a variety of literary texts and genres, including fiction and nonfiction,
as well as developing skills in grammar and writing. The course will
emphasize multiple formal writing styles, including narrative, argument,
and informational essay development, while utilizing research skills in
the writing process. Preparation for the state-mandated assessment
(which counts as the student’s exam grade and a percentage of the
overall course grade) will also be imperative.
G01H1010 English II (Honors)
Prerequisite: A or B in Honors English I. Samples of student work may be
Reviewed before placement in all Honors classes.
This sophomore-level course focuses on developing close reading skills
with a variety of literary texts and genres, including fiction and nonfiction,
as well as developing sophisticated skills in grammar and writing. The
course will emphasize multiple formal writing styles, including narrative,
argument, and informational essay development, while utilizing research
skills in the writing process. Preparation for the state-mandated
assessment (which counts as the student’s exam grade and a percentage of the overall course grade) will also be imperative.
G01H1120 English III
Prerequisite(s): English I and English II
This junior-level course focuses on strengthening close reading skills with
an analysis primarily of American literary texts and genres, including
fiction and nonfiction, as well as improving overall writing style. The
course will emphasize formal essay development, including narrative,
argument, and informational arrangements, while utilizing advanced
research skills in the writing process. Students will also engage in
ACT English and Reading test-taking skills development
G01H1700 AP English Language and Composition
Prerequisite; Junior, Honors English II with an A or B or an A in English II with teacher recommendation. Samples of student work may be reviewed before placement in an advanced placement course. AP English Literature should be taken in the student’s senior year as a follow-up to this class.
AP English Language is a college-level course designed for preparation for
the AP English Language and Composition Exam. This course engages
students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of
rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a
variety of purposes. Writing assignments focus on the critical analysis of
language, including works of literary merit that are likely
to be taught in an introductory college language course. Note: Students
will only receive “AP” credit (5 additional points) for the course if
they take the AP exam; otherwise, only “Honors” credit will be
awarded (3 additional points).
G01H1320 English IV
Prerequisites: English I, II, and III
This senior-level course focuses on developing close reading skills with a
chronological progression of British literary texts and genres, including
fiction and nonfiction, also improving overall writing style. The course will
emphasize developing formal literary essay skills, as well as creating a
variety of technical texts, with a stress on expanding workplace skills that
can be used in the post-secondary world. Students who complete the Modern States online curriculum will have the opportunity to participate in the CLEP Composition exam.
G01H1800 AP English Literature and Composition
Prerequisite: Honors English III with an A or B average. Samples of
student work may be reviewed before placement in an advanced
placement course.
AP English Literature is a college-level course designed for preparation for
the AP English Literature and Composition Exam. Writing assignments
focus on the critical analysis of literature, including works of literary merit,
that are likely to be taught in an introductory college literature course.
College application essays and resumes are also addressed. Note:
Students will only receive “AP” credit (5 additional points) for
the course if they take the AP exam; otherwise, only “Honors” credit
will be awarded (3 additional points).
ENGLISH ELECTIVES
G01H1520 Journalism (Yearbook)
Students may only apply during the spring of their freshman year. Students must then be chosen by the faculty in order to be accepted into the class. Students in this class focus on design, formation, and publication of the Cadmea.
G01H1521 Journalism Spring (Yearbook)
Students may only apply during the spring of their freshman year. Students must then be chosen by the faculty in order to be accepted into the class. Students in this class focus on design, formation, and publication of the Cadmea.
G01H1550 Journalism (Maroon & White)
Prerequisites: Application and English teacher recommendation.
Maroon & White is designed to give students the reporting, writing, editing, and publishing skills necessary to produce a school newspaper, while exposing them to the many journalism-related careers that are available. Students acquire skills in copy-editing, news, sports, feature, and editorial writing, and advertising. See application process at the end of the course catalog.
G01H1551 Journalism Spring Semester (Maroon & White)
Prerequisites: Application and English teacher recommendation.
Maroon & White is designed to give students the reporting, writing, editing, and publishing skills necessary to produce a school newspaper, while exposing them to the many journalism-related careers that are available. Students acquire skills in copy-editing, news, sports, feature, and editorial writing, and advertising. See application process at the end of the course catalog.
G01H7420 Mythology/Etymology
This English elective course introduces word roots and derivatives from both Greek and Latin. It also fully covers the classic book, Edith Hamilton's Mythology, which introduces Norse mythology, Greek heroes, gods, goddesses, the Trojan War, and The Odyssey.
G01H0020 Creative Writing I
Open to all students who are interested in writing, this class
explores a variety of writing skills and elements including, but not limited to, short stories and poetry. The primary focus is the introduction of various forms and methods of writing. This class is writing intensive.
G01H0620 Speech and Communications
Prerequisite: Preferred junior and senior students (sophomores allowed
by teacher recommendation).
This class is designed to teach students effective communication skills in
a variety of communicative settings. Students practice preparing,
organizing, and creating presentations, which will help students develop
their confidence and strengthen their speaking from the stage or at an
interview.
FINE ARTS
NOTE: Students are limited to earning a total of 1 (one) credit per
semester in Instrumental Music (with the exception of
Drum Majors).
G05H0820 Art I
This is a survey course in art that covers the basics of drawing, painting, design, clay work, and photography, while meeting the fine arts requirement for college bound students.
G05H0920 Art II
Pre-requisites: An 85 or higher in Art I and/or recommendation of Art I teacher.
This is an elective art course that deals primarily with advanced drawing and painting. Students will work with pencil, ink, charcoal, colored pencil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil, and batik.
G05H1020 Art III
Pre-requisites: An 85 or higher in Art II and/or the recommendation of Art II teacher. This is an advanced elective art course that involves study of design, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and advanced photography.
G05H2400 AP Art
Pre-requisites: An 85 or higher in previous art classes and the signed recommendation of former art teachers.
This is a college level course designed to prepare a student to complete an A.P. portfolio in either Drawing and Painting, 2-D Design, or 3-D Design; and to perform on the level of at least a first year college art design student. As a requirement of the AP Exam, you will be required to present and defend your portfolio. There will be some summer preparation expected.
G05H8420 Marching Band
Prerequisite: Teacher approval.
Students enrolled in this course will participate in marching band in the fall.
G05H3620 Instrumental Music: Brass Woodwinds
Prerequisite: Teacher approval.
Students enrolled in this course will participate in concert band in the spring.
G05H3820 Instrumental Music: Color Guard
Prerequisite: Teacher approval
This course is for students participating in the color guard during the fall
semester.
G05H3720 Instrumental Music: Percussion
Prerequisite: Teacher approval
This course is for the percussion section in the fall and spring.
G05H4020 Concert Choir
Students will sing music in preparation for fall, winter and spring concerts as well as off-campus performances and spring competitions. Students will learn to read musical notation and develop healthy vocal technique. Performance participation is mandatory and all students must procure concert attire.
G05H1120 General Music
General Music courses provide students with an understanding of music and its importance in their lives. Course content focuses on how various styles of music apply musical elements to create an expressive or aesthetic impact. Students also have the ability for informal music performance and creation within the classroom. Instruction may include music theory, music history, and other studies in music.
G05H4220 Women’s Ensemble
Prerequisites: Experience in Concert Choir preferred, teacher recommendation required.
This is a course for students interested in singing in an advanced level women's choir. Students will sing music in preparation for fall, winter and spring concerts as well as off-campus performances and spring competitions. Students will develop strong sight reading skills, and continue to develop healthy vocal technique. Performance participation is mandatory and all students must procure concert attire.
G05H4110 Madrigal Singers
Prerequisites: One-year experience in Concert Choir preferred, teacher recommendation and audition required.
This is a course for students interested in singing Madrigal and chamber music. Performances require appropriate costumes of the period. Students will also sing concert choir music throughout the year in mass choir performances and in spring competitions. It is recommended that students enroll for a full year.
G05H4420 Music Theory
Prerequisites: Prior basic musical knowledge
The purpose of this class is to give students the skills they need to
advance in both instrumental and vocal music as a possible career, major,
or minor in college. Students will learn the structure and composition of
music, including advanced harmonies, melodies, rhythms, and modes. A
brief section on music history will covered. Music technology and
composition programs will be utilized.
G05H2600 AP Music Theory
Prerequisite: Music Theory
A major component of any college music curriculum, this course introduces
The student to musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures
and integrates aspects of melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, form, musical
analysis, elementary composition and, to some extent, history and style.
Musicianship skills such as dictation and other listening skills, sight-
singing, and keyboard harmony are considered an important part of this
course.
G05H1620 Theatre Arts I
Theater Arts I is offered to students who are new to high school theatre and want to learn basic theatrical skills. This course has an emphasis on acting and theatre history. Theater Arts I students will study the cultural contribution of theater, its structure, the play, and its performance. Acting skills will be taught through the use of monologue and small group scenes. Performance opportunities will be available through the Forensics Program or the Tennessee Speec