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New Palestine High School is proud to offer this 2016 – 2017 course description guide to parents andstudents with the expectation that all students will meet the requirements for graduation asdetermined by the Indiana Department of Education. These curriculum offerings are aimed atpreparing students for entry into post-secondary institutions and the work force. Furthermore, theofferings outlined in this guide will allow students to experience a well rounded, rigorous, and valideducation. Some courses in this guide, particularly the elective courses offered for 2016 – 2017, arepresented as tentative offerings and may not be available at the time of scheduling or at the start ofthe school year.Sincerely,Keith FesslerKeith FesslerPrincipalNew Palestine High School2
New Palestine High SchoolA Guide to Course Selection And Program Planning2016 – 2017New Palestine High School is a comprehensive high school with a curriculum designed to allow students tocomplete requirements for graduation as determined by the Indiana Department of Education. Thesecurriculum offerings will also prepare students for entry into post-secondary institutions, vocational education,and the work force. Students and parents are encouraged to plan course selections in cooperation with theSchool Counseling Department.Parents are encouraged to become actively involved with their student in the selection of coursework. Theinformation contained in this handbook should be studied and referred to often during the scheduling processand throughout the school year.Mission StatementNew Palestine High School, through collaboration, will provide an environment in which knowledge and skillsare developed so every student will achieve his or her personal best.AccreditationNew Palestine High School is a fully accredited school as determined by the Indiana Department of Educationfor grades nine through twelve. New Palestine High School is a member of and is fully accredited byAdvanced Ed.3
TABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral Information . .4Graduation Requirements and Diploma Types .10Art .12CTE: Business, Marketing & Technology Education. 13CTE: Engineering and Technology Education .14English .16CTE: Family and Consumer Sciences . 19Health and Physical Education .20Journalism .21Mathematics .21Miscellaneous Electives .25Music.25Restricted Classes .27Science .29Social Studies .32World Language.34Eastern Hancock Advanced Life Science Academy 36Walker Career Center .37Graduation Timeline .42Four Year High School Planning Sheet .444
New Palestine High School Administration and School CounselorsPhone: 861-4417 ext. 5Principal . Keith FesslerAssistant Principal Miles HercampAthletic Director . .Allen CooperDean of Students . .Adam BartonCounseling OfficeSchool Counselor . .Kristen GaulySchool Counselor . .Michelle LongSchool Counselor . .Trent WhitakerCounseling Dept. Secretary Beth CouseSTUDENT / SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENTSKristen GaulyGrade 9- Student last names A-GAll Students Grade 11Michelle LongGrade 9- Student last names H-OAll Students Grade 12Trent WhitakerGrade 9- Student last names P-ZAll Students Grade 10*Transcript requests should be made through www.parchment.com. Or contact Mrs. Couse,Counseling Department Secretary, at bcouse@newpal.k12.in.us or 317-861-4417 x1235
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:Throughout high school you will need to be familiar with a number of terms. The following is a list of terms and theirdescriptions.ADVANCED PLACEMENT: AP courses are intended to be equivalent to a similar college level course. Curriculum is setby College Board. Students who select Advanced Placement (AP) courses earn high school credit and have the potential toearn college credit with a sufficient score on an AP exam. There is an additional fee for the AP exam. A comprehensivedescription of AP courses can be found on the College Board AP Central Course Description web page urses/descriptions/index.htmlDUAL CREDIT: Dual Credit (DC) is the term given to courses in which high school students have earned both high schooland college credits simultaneously. Dual credit is offered by both state and independent (private, regionally accredited)colleges and universities. Additional fees per credit hour for DC courses may apply.SPAN/CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Students have the opportunity in their senior year to attend classes at IUPUIthrough the SPAN Program or at Ivy Tech Community College through the Fast Track to College program. Students wishingto pursue this option are encouraged to discuss these options with his/her assigned School Counselor.PRIORITY COURSE LIST: An entire list of Indiana approved high school course titles can be found -11-12-2015r.pdfCORE TRANSFER LIBRARY: Indiana has developed the Core Transfer Library (CTL)- a list of college courses that willtransfer among all Indiana public college and university campuses, assuming adequate grades. All CTL courses will meet thegeneral education or free elective requirements of undergraduate degree programs, and a significant majority of CTL courseswill also count as one-on-one equivalents to courses taught at a college campus. If students choose to enroll in a dual creditcourse, they should directly contact the college they plan to attend to see how that course can be used at that institution.Indiana colleges and universities provide many opportunities for students to earn college credit while still attending highschool. To view a complete list of courses visit www.transferin.net.ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY: Students must be passing with five credits in both the preceding semester and the current nineweeks to be eligible for IHSAA athletics. For NCAA eligibility information: www.ncaa.org. For NAIA eligibilityinformation: www.playnaia.org. Questions may also be addressed to the high school Athletic Director.REQUIRED COURSE: A class required by the State of Indiana or by the local school corporation, to be successfullycompleted by all students.WEIGHTED GRADES: A baseline GPA will be calculated based on a 4.000 scale. Upon successful completion ofspecified courses, an additional numerical value, or weight, will be applied to the semester grade. The GPA will bedetermined using three levels of weights.EARNING HIGH SCHOOL CREDITSCredit: A numerical value given upon successful completion of a class. For each class successfully completed per semester,one credit will be given. Example:A. One semester of mathematics One credit.B. One year or two semesters of mathematics Two credits.6
GRADE LEVEL CLASSIFICATIONA student’s progression from one grade level to another is based on credits earned -- not years enrolled. Status as of July ismaintained for the full year. Grade placement is determined as follows:Tenth Grade12 CreditsEleventh Grade24 CreditsTwelfth Grade36 CreditsGRADING SCALEA93-100B- 80-82D 67-69A- 90-92C 77-79D 63-66B 87-89C 73-76D- 60-62B 83-86C- 70-72F 0-59STUDENT CLASS RANKING PROCEDURESClass Ranking is based upon the student's Grade Point Average: As an example, each final letter grade for the semester isassigned a point value as listed below. These point values are called Honor Points.A 4.0000 Pts.B- 2.6667 Pts.D 1.3334 Pts.A- 3.6667 Pts.C 2.3334 Pts.D 1.0000 Pts.B 3.3334 Pts.C 2.0000 Pts.D- 0.6667 Pts.B 3.0000 Pts.C- 1.6667 Pts.F 0.0000 Pts.Formula for class rank is given below. Students are ranked from highest to lowest based upon their Grade Point Average.These calculations are based upon semester grades.Cumulative grade point average Total cumulative pointsTotal attempted classesWeighted Grades: A baseline GPA will be calculated based on a 4.000 scale. For each weighted course successfullycompleted with a C or better, an additional value will be added to the semester grade using the three levels of weight listedbelowLEVEL 1—0.0050 FACTORH English 9H English 10H Algebra IIH GeometryDC Intro. to EngineeringDC Civil EngineeringDC Prin. of EngineeringLEVEL II—0.0075 FACTORDC Adv. SpeechTrigonometryPre CalculusPhysics7LEVEL III--.0100 FACTORAP English LiteratureAP BiologyAP Calculus AB/BCDC/AP Adv. CompositionAP ChemistryAP Environmental ScienceAP French IVDC Spanish IVAP StatisticsAP Studio ArtAP PhysicsAP PsychologyAP U.S. History
GRADE CARDS/REPORT CARDSNine week, midterm and semester grade reports are not mailed home. Grades are up-to-date for parents and students at alltimes via PowerSchool. Parents who wish to have a grade card mailed should contact the Counseling Office.SCHEDULINGIt is important that serious consideration be given to course selections! These selections determine the types of coursesoffered and staffing needs. Therefore, it becomes difficult to change classes once the master schedule is established in thespring of 2016. We encourage students and parents to contact teachers or school counselors if they have questions about aclass BEFORE selecting a class. Students are also encouraged to meet with and review his/her class selection with his/herassigned school counselor. In the spring of 2016, students will have a scheduling window to create his/her schedule for the2016 – 2017 school year. Students will have until the last day of the scheduling window to update or change courseselections for the 2016 – 2017 school year. Students who fail to complete a schedule by the time the scheduling windowcloses, will have one created for them by the School Counseling Office. It is the responsibility of the student and parent tocomplete the schedule in a timely manner! Courses described and offered in this guide may not be available at the time ofscheduling and/or at the beginning of the 2016 - 2017 school year.SCHEDULE CHANGESSchedule changes should be made during registration prior to the start of the school year. During the first week of eachsemester, schedule changes will be made only (1) if the student has already taken the course; (2) if a different course isnecessary to meet graduation requirements; (3) if the student wishes to increase the rigor of his/her schedule; or (4) if thestudent has an incomplete schedule. ANY OTHER SCHEDULE CHANGES WILL REQUIRE A MEETING WITH THEPARENT, STUDENT AND HIS/HER ASSIGNED SCHOOL COUNSELOR. New Palestine High School does not acceptteacher requests/changes from parents or theendofthefirstnine- ��F”figuredintothestudent’stranscript.Because of the increased study time provided by the HOMEROOM LABS once per week, students are encouraged to enrollin seven academic courses. Students may enroll in six courses with a limit of one study hall per semester. Students who areenrolled in a study hall will not be permitted to drop a class.MID-TERM GRADUATESMid-term graduates are required to complete and return a request form prior to the last day of school to the Counseling Office.Students considering the option to graduate at mid-term must meet with his/her school counselor prior to scheduling senior yearcourses. Request forms are available in the Counseling Office.8
NOTICESTUDENT DIRECTORY INFORMATIONIn accordance with Federal and State law, the School Board shall release the names and addresses of secondary students to arecruiting officer for any branch of the United States Armed Forces or an institution of higher education who requests suchinformation. A secondary school student or parent may request that the student’s name, address, and telephone listing not bereleased without prior consent of the parent/eligible student. The parent or student must make the request in writing at the end ofthe student’s sophomore year in high school. This is a one-time opt-out opportunity. If the students opts-out in their sophomoreyear, a revocation may be made if they change their mind.EQUAL OPPORTUNITYThe CSCSHC does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, gender, disability or age on itsprograms, activities, or employment. Further, it is the policy of this Corporation to provide an equal opportunity for allstudents, regardless of race, color, creed, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, age, national origin, place of residence withinthe boundaries of the Corporation, or social or economical background, to learn through the curriculum offered in theCorporation. Any person who believes that he/she has been discriminated against or denied equal opportunity or access toprograms or services may file a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance, with one of the Corporation’sCompliance Coordinators.Civil Rights Coordinator, Section 504 Coordinator, Americans with Disabilities Coordinator:Assistant Director of Special Education4711 South 500 WestPO BOX 508New Palestine, IN 46163(317) 861-4463Title IX CoordinatorNPHS Principal4485 South Victory DrivePO BOX 448New Palestine, IN 46163(317) 861-4417Corporation Compliance OfficerSuperintendent, CSCSHS4711 South 500 WestPO BOX 508New Palestine, IN 46163(317) 861-44639
CORE 40 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASS OF 2017 and 2018with Academic Honors(minimum 47 credits)Effective beginning with studentsin the class 2017 & 2018.Course and Credit RequirementsEnglish/LanguageArts8 credits2 credits: English 92 credits: English 102 credits: English 112 credits: English 12A balance of literature, composition & speechMathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12)2 credits: Algebra I2 credits: Geometry2 credits: Algebra IIOr complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 creditsStudents must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high schoolScience6 credits2 credits: Biology I2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I orIntegrated Chemistry-Physics2 credits: any Core 40 science courseSocialStudies6 credits2 credits:1 credit:1 credit:2 credits:U.S. HistoryU.S. GovernmentEconomicsWorld History & CivilizationDirectedElectives5 creditsPhysicalEducationHealth andWellnessElectives*2 creditsWorld LanguagesFine Arts2 credits: Career Planning & Digital CitizenshipAdvanced/Elective PE does not fulfill this requirement.1 credit11 credits*College and Career Pathway courses recommended45 Total NPHS Credits Required* All students are strongly encouraged to complete a College and Career Pathway (selecting electives in adeliberate manner) to take full advantage of career and college exploration and preparation opportunities.For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. English credits earned the junior & senior years must be from Adv. English or APEnglish Literature or AP/DC Language Composition. Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits. Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits(6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages). Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits. Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. Complete one of the following:A. Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP examsB. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from theapproved dual credit list.C. Earn both of the following:1. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from theapproved dual credit list,2. 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams,D. Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading,mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on eachE. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written sectionwith Technical Honors(minimum 47 credits)For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approvedCollege & Career Pathway and one of the following:1. State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, or2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6transcripted college credits Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. Complete one of the following,A. Any one of the options (A - E) of the Core 40 with Academic HonorsB. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information –Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading90, Math 75.D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66, Writing 70,Reading 80.Pass state Algebra 1 ECA and English 10 ECA exams, complete Biology ECA exam.10
CORE 40 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASS OF 2019 AND BEYONDwith Academic Honors(minimum 47 credits)Effective beginning with studentsin the Class of 2019 & beyond.Course and Credit RequirementsEnglish/LanguageArts8 credits2 credits: English 92 credits: English 102 credits: English 112 credits: English 12A balance of literature, composition & speechMathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12)2 credits: Algebra I2 credits: Geometry2 credits: Algebra IIOr complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 creditsStudents must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high schoolScience6 credits2 credits: Biology I2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I orIntegrated Chemistry-Physics2 credits: any Core 40 science courseSocialStudies6 credits2 credits:1 credit:1 credit:2 credits:U.S. HistoryU.S. GovernmentEconomicsWorld History & CivilizationDirectedElectives5 creditsPhysicalEducationHealth andWellnessElectives*2 creditsWorld LanguagesFine ArtsCareer PlanningAdvanced/Elective PE does not fulfill this requirement.1 credit11 credits*College and Career Pathway courses recommended45 Total NPHS Credits Required* All students are strongly encouraged to complete a College and Career Pathway (selecting electives in adeliberate manner) to take full advantage of career and college exploration and preparation opportunities.For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. English credits earned the junior & senior years must be from Adv. English or APEnglish Literature or AP/DC Language Composition. Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits. Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits(6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages). Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits. Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. Complete one of the following:A. Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP examsB. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from theapproved dual credit list.C. Earn both of the following:1. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from theapproved dual credit list,2. 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams,D. Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading,mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on eachE. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written sectionwith Technical Honors(minimum 47 credits)For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approvedCollege & Career Pathway and one of the following:1. State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, or2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6transcripted college credits Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. Complete one of the following,A. Any one of the options (A - E) of the Core 40 with Academic HonorsB. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information –Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading90, Math 75.D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66, Writing 70,Reading 80.Pass state Grade 10 Math, Language Arts and Science ISTEP examinations.11
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS2016 – 2017ARTIntro. to 2-D Art & Intro to 3-D Art: These courses offer an introduction to authentic art making processes with personalizedinstruction utilizing the elements and principles of design. Students conceptualize, develop and refine artistic ideas and works ofart. Students examine and make connections to significant historical and contemporary works of art. Students explore anddevelop craft in drawing, painting, design, illustration, calligraphy, print making, hand-built ceramics, subtractive and assemblagesculpture, textiles and crafts. Grade Levels: 9, 10, 11, 12 Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40, AHD Counts as elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THDAdvanced 2-D & 3-D Art: These courses build on the sequential learning experiences of Introduction to Two & ThreeDimensional Art that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio qualityworks. Students explore historical and cultural background and connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informedjudgments about artwork and the nature of art; create three-dimensional works of art, reflect upon the outcomes, and revise theirwork; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills.They identify ways to utilize and support art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources. Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: Intro to 2D Art and Intro to 3D Art Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for Core 40, AHD Counts as elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THDFine Arts Connections (1 semester) In this course, students explore the conceptualization process of art making and make transdisciplinary connections within other academic subjects. Students create works of art encompassing multiple disciplines,literacies, and sign systems, reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret,theorize, and make informed judgments about the nature and purposes of art. Students incorporate presentation skills and utilizeresources from the arts community and identify related careers. This class may be repeated for full credit. Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: Intro to 2D & 3D Art Fulfills requirement for 1 of 2 Fine Arts credits for AHD Counts as elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THDAP Studio Art Drawing is a course established and copyrighted by the College Board. The course is not intended to be used as adual credit course. The AP Studio Art portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experienceof art. Students submit portfolios for evaluation at the end of the school year. The AP Studio Art Program consists of threeportfolios — 2-D Design, 3-D Design and Drawing — corresponding to the most common college foundation courses. Studentsmay choose to submit any or all of the Drawing, Two-Dimensional Design, or Three-Dimensional design portfolios. AP StudioArt students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate the artistic skills and ideas they have developed, refined, and applied overthe course of the year to produce visual compositions. Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisites: Advanced 2D Art or Adv 3D Art or one semester of the following: Fine Arts Connection, Drawing,Painting & permission from instructor. Fulfills requirement Fine Arts credits for AHD. Counts as elective for Core 40, AHD, THD12
CTE: BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONPreparing for College and Careers (1 semester) The focus of the course is the impact of today’s choices on tomorrow’spossibilities. Topics to be addressed include twenty-first century life and career skills; higher order thinking, communication,leadership, and management processes; exploration of personal aptitudes, interests, values, and goals; examining multiple liferoles and responsibilities as individuals and family members; planning and building employability skills; transferring school skillsto life and work; and managing personal resources. This course includes reviewing the 16 national career clusters and Indiana'sCollege and Career Pathways, in depth investigation of one or more pathways, reviewing graduation plans, developing careerplans, and developing personal and career portfolios. All Freshmen and NEW students are REQUIRED to complete this course. Counts as directed elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THD.Digital Citizenship (1 semester) This course prepares students to use computer technology in an effective and appropriatemanner. Students develop knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and communications software. Studentsestablish what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology appropriately. **Class of 2019 and beyondcourse is not available. **This course is only available as a summer school course through online options. Classes of 2017 & 2018 are REQUIRED to complete this course for graduation. Counts as directed elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THD.Introduction to Accounting 1A-1B This course introduces students to the language of business using Generally AcceptedAccounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures. The accounting cycle for both a proprietorship and a corporation using doubleentry accounting will be completed. Accounting principles are taught in the context of both manual and automated financialsystems. Accounting students learn to analyze and record financial transactions and interpret the results of those transactions asthey affect business operations. Emphasis is placed on accuracy and ethical obligations of record keeping. Some specific areas ofstudy include taxes, payroll, depreciation and inventory control. Other topics covered include accounting career opportunities andcurrent trends in the world of business and finance. Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12 Counts as elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THD. Qualifies as a quantitative reasoning course.Advanced Business Management 1A-1B: This is a capstone course for seniors. Advanced Business Management is a senior-only,project-based course that provides students the opportunity to choose their own projects and meet course standards doing thingsthey are truly passionate about! Students will also have opportunities to work closely with our High School AthleticDepartments, Corporation Office and local businesses to practice real-world business, graphic design, communication, leadership,marketing and management skills. Students will actively explore real-world problems and challenges and work together to createeffective solutions. Enrollment in this course is by application and approval only. See Mr. Large for an application. Grade Levels: 12 Counts as elective credit for Core 40, AHD & THDInteractive Media 1A-1B: Interactive Media is 2 semester course where Art meets Technology! Much of your time in InteractiveMedia will be spent working on creative projects that are driven by technology. This course is taught in one of the mosttechnologically advanced labs in the state, complete with thirty iMacs loaded with the latest design software, a poster printer,video capture hardware and a green-screen studio! The coursework is student-centered and project-driven. Semester One willfocus on Photoshop, Graphic Design and Digital Imaging. Semester Two will include advanced Photoshop, Animation, DynamicSocial Media Content Development, Cinemagraphs, Video Editing (Adobe Premiere), Video Effects (Adobe After Effects), and afour-week independent study unit that will allow you to explore areas that interest you most. Topics could include MusicProduction, Web Design, Vector Imaging, Programming, Fla
3 New Palestine High School A Guide to Course Selection And Program Planning 2016 - 2017 New Palestine High School is a comprehensive high school with a curriculum designed to allow students to
