Danielle Looman

AP Literature persuasion; literary interpretation and analysis; the essay; poetry; short fiction; drama; satire; allegory; literary movements Algebra Solving linear equations, relations and graphs, polynomials, exponents, data analysis, Trigonometry trigonometry of right triangles, circular functions, trigonometric identities, graphing of trigonometric functions, and solving trigonometric equation Physics framework for the understanding of mechanics, the study of motion, connections between seemingly unrelated phenomena English Nine In flux: new writing curriculum being written this summer (all writingno literature) mentor texts Algebra II Quadratic functions, rational functions, radicals, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions Mathematics Computer Math(C++) C++ computer system and language, designing programs, code, run interactive and modular programs, controlled looping, sorting, arrays AP Physics mechanics, kinetic theory, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism English Ten

SWHS Curriculum Chart

In flux: new curriculum this summer: literature with Keystone Prep. Early Am. Lit, literary analysis, TKAM, OMaM, DoaS Pre-Calc rigorous study of trigonometric, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, circular functions, trigonometric identities, and polar coordinates English English Eleven Brit/World Lit: Frankenstein, Beowulf, Macbeth; tragedy, epic, frame narrative, persuasive essay, literary analysis Mathematics Calculus Functions, derivatives, integrals, limits, prep for AP test and collegelevel calculus 12LAW Hemingway, ONeill, Lord of the Flies; tragedy, Expressionism, Existentialism, literary analysis, college writing Advanced Math Conic sections, polynomials, logarithms, sequences, series, rational expressions and equations, prob. & stats General Science General chemistry and physics concepts, some mathematical calculations and analysis

Summer 2013
English 12 In flux: new curriculum this summer: books still being decided upon. Practical writing assignments: expository, persuasive Geometry Trigonomic functions, mathematical systems, theorems, proofs, inductive and deductive reasoning, elementary logic. Science Biology Journalism Friday Night Lights, Black Like Me, writing newspaper-style articles, history of journalism, related legal issues Keystone Math Prep Skills in operations with real numbers and expressions, linear equations, linear inequalities, functions, geometry, etc. Biology AP

AP World History 10 Beginning of civilization to modern era using periods; the role that each part of the world has affected history

AP American History 11 Reading documents and applying concepts, problems, materials to culture and background of America

Career Prep Intro to Manufacturing Child Devel. Asst. Areas of manufacturing, blueprinting, management, sales, operations, finances, company success Music Humanities Styles of music, art, and architecture compared to the musical movements Placement in preschool or daycare, preparation for placement in a preschool or running own daycare Piano Playing skills for the piano, chords, major, minor, playing simple melodies and songs

Probability and Statistics AP Statistics sampling and exploring data, experimentation, objectives sampling and and pitfalls of statistical experimentation: studies, descriptive analysis conducting a study, and graphical anticipating patterns, representation of singleand statistical variable and bivariate data inferenceestimating and common probability population parameters distributions and testing hypotheses Science Chemistry Chemistry II survey of chemical nomenclature, periodic organic chemistry, trends, atomic theory, solutions, basic quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, chemical bonding, thermochemistry, stoichiometry, kinetic kinetics and equilibrium, theory, solutions, and electrolytes thermodynamics, and acid and base chemistry Social Studies American Cultures 11 Probs. and Issues transformation of the United States in the twentieth and local, state, national, twenty-first centuries. and international Government, the economy, issues, core political society, culture, technology, and economic concepts environment, diversity, unity, and conflict Learning Support Community Networking French Vocational Evaluations, community based History, literature, instruction, community culture, various media based experiences, in language, vocabulary acquisition of daily living and grammar in French skills, career education, work based learning Music Voice Music Theory vocal range, quality, tone control, breathing, phrasing, expression, and diction ear training (dictation), sight-singing, keyboard activities, fundamentals of music composition Fine Arts Sculpture 3D design, forms, organization, methods of construction, materials, history

Scientific method, biochemistry, cells, bio processes, genetics, DNA, evolution

Evolution, biological systems, living systems interaction, cells, heredity, genetics

Earth and Space history of the universe, humans use of rocks and minerals, earths landscape, volcanoes, earthquakes, weather forecasting, earths properties, solar system, space travel, the universe AP US Gov. Constitution, Bill of Rights, makeup of government, political beliefs, behaviors, public policies, debates German History, literature, culture, life, various media in language, vocabulary and grammar in German Band Performance, instrument use and care

Social Studies American Cultures 9 World Cultures 10 Government, the economy, society, culture, technology, environment, diversity, unity, conflict, relationships in house and with other countries Social Psychology Learning, intelligence, Freudian psychology, personality, behaviors, relationships, mental disorders Latin Roman and Greek culture, mythology, History, literature, culture, life, various media in language, vocabulary and grammar in Latin Orchestra Performance, instrument use and care Europe, Asia, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, geography, culture, religion, art, politics Career Prep Nurses Aide Training Theory, safety, communication, privacy, infection control, hygiene, activities, dementia, changes of body, death and dying, etc. Spanish History, literature, culture, life, various media in language, vocabulary and grammar in Spanish Choir Voice control, alto, tenor, soprano, bass, harmony, melody

World Languages

Introduction to Art Elements of art, principles of design; art history, criticism, production; media

Living with Art Nature, vocabulary, media, and history of art; appreciation of cultures and styles

Drawing and Painting Art criticism, basics of color, composition, value, materials, historical and contemporary practices, color mixing, brushes

Ceramics Hand-built forms, pottery on a wheel, composition, craftsmanship, detail, basic methods of creation

Illustration/Vis. Design Illustration, 2D design, typography, package design, logo, product identity, poster design

Portfolio Drawing and Painting III: seniors work independently to create portfolio

Sources: The Compass: South Western School Districts Course Offerings

Power Technology Energy, energy sources, electronic systems, commercial electrical systems, transportation systems, mechanical systems, industrial power related systems Digital Media II

Practical Electronics Basic concepts and components of electronic circuitry and equipment, electrical diagrams, experiments

Wood I Knowledge of safe, efficient and productive operations in a wood lab setting, all phases of basic wood project construction.

Technology Education Wood II Extension of Wood I: mass production, independent research, development, solving problems in manufacturing Technology Education

Welding (college cred) Basic Shop Safety, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, OxygenAcetylene Welding, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux Core Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Graphics II

Metal Tech

Digital Media I digital media, including photography, audio, and video technologies, digital cameras, video cameras, computer software, production of digital media content

Foundry, machine shop, welding, and sheet metal

Mechanical Drawing/CAD

Architectural Drawing

Graphics I

Mustang Vision production in the morning, professional equipment, techniques and software packages in the fields of photography and video

Basic mechanical drawing skills and techniques, layout work, computerassisted drafting

techniques for preparing layouts and the development of drawings as they relate to residential dwellings, computer-aided drawing

technical illustration, computer illustration, desktop publishing, screen-printing, printing press operation, and web portfolios

Child Development Environments and experiences for children, parents, prenatal prep, birth, infancy, toddler and pre-school years Accounting

Pre-School Lab Planning and implementing lessons for children, written observations, written correspondence w/parents Accelerated Accounting basic accounting theory and procedures, computerized accounting systems, integration of computer and Internet applications, role of technology in accounting Business Sports & Ent. Marketing

Elementary Seminar Placed w/elementary teacher to provide assistance, teach lessons, interaction w/students and faculty: prep for a career in teaching Accounting II

FCS Family and Consumer Sciences: family, children, food nutrition and wellness, clothes, managing a home Business Business Management goals, strategies, structures, technologies, environments, motivations,

Web Design and 3D Animation HTML code, web authoring, digital editing, document design, typography, exchange file formats, desktop publishing, software; Current and advanced screenfuture trends in industry printing techniques, and the use of the multi-color offset internet and web printing, product technologies; character packaging, web page generation and design and publishing, modeling, animation and student portfolios and motion, computer generated 3D environments Family and Consumer Sciences Fashion & Interior Clothing/Fabrication Design Fabric construction, textiles, patterns, sewing machine, pressing (three sewing projects) Business Essentials (Continuation of Clothing & Fab) Dress design, costuming, interior design, fashion merchandising. Microsoft Office

Pre-Engineering

Idea development, product research and design, patents, resources, materials, systems engineering, cost management, prototyping, product evaluation, safety, competition and production

Food Fundamentals Nutrition and food prep, sanitation, safety, cooking techniques, kitchen math concepts

Advanced Office Students will become a Microsoft Certified Specialist by taking the certification exams in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Powerpoint Health (9/11) mental health, nutrition, controlled substances, basic human development and sexually transmitted infections, family life, social health, human sexuality, disease and death & dying

Introduction to accounting language, theory, practice

technology, ethics and international issues as they relate to accounting and business

Basic business skills and ethics, banking, writing business plans, tasks in business

Excel, Office, PowerPoint

Health and Physical Ed Web Design and Web 2.0 for Business Welcome to Your World Fitness for Life BFS Bigger, Faster, Stronger: intense physical conditioning through strength, endurance, flexibility, speed, plyometric and agility training

Financial Literacy and Career Discovery Managing money, saving, investing, managing credit and debt, understanding insurance

Marketing, advertising, campaigns, promotion of special events

HTML, Weebly, Microsoft Office Expression, Web 2.0, Wikis, blogs, RSS feeds, social networking

Positive digital participation, digital storage, photo editing, smart phone apps, digital communication Health & PE

Personal fitness level, strength training, fitness concepts, sports introduction, lifelong physical activities

Athletic Training Practical training skills: wrapping, first aid, taping

Anatomy and Physiology Systems of the body: cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, nervous, skeletal, muscular

Senior Contract

Safety Ed Safe driving skills, vehicle controls, influences on drivers ability, other driving basics

Drivers Ed

Off campus workout sessions

Driving with instructor

Sources: The Compass: South Western School Districts Course Offerings