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Hastings Tigers2022-2023Registration HandbookHastings Senior High School1100 West 14th StreetHastings, NE 68901402-461-7550402-461-7535 (FAX)http://hs.hastingspublicschools.org/
TABLE OF CONTENTSDISTRICT INFORMATION3GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS4ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONS & GRADUATION HONORS5CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNING7ATHLETICS & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES9Course Registration for 9th Grade11Course Registration for 10th Grade12Course Registration for 11th Grade13Course Registration for 12th Grade14ART15BUSINESS18ENGLISH22ENGLISH LEARNERS (EL) PROGRAM31FAMILY and CONSUMER SCIENCES33JAG - Jobs for America’s Graduates38MATHEMATICS39MUSIC42PHYSICAL EDUCATION47READING49SCIENCE51SKILLED & TECHNICAL SCIENCES55SOCIAL STUDIES61SPECIAL STUDENT SERVICES65WORLD LANGUAGES66DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES70Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS2
DISTRICT INFORMATIONHastings Senior High School is in Hastings, Nebraska. Hastings is located in a rural settingclose to the Platte River in south-central Nebraska. Hastings Senior High is accredited by theState of Nebraska and AdvancEd.Mission StatementOur fundamental purpose is to assure all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviorsessential to be successful individuals and responsible citizens.VisionTo attain the Mission of the Hastings Public Schools, the District will have: A shared focus on student learning An articulated curriculum that provides all students, at a minimum, with essentialknowledge, skills, and dispositions A balanced assessment system that meets the needs of students, teachers, parents,and policy makers A system of intervention and enrichment based on formative assessments Adults working together interdependently to improve student learning andinstruction/practices Appropriate and high expectations for each student and teacher that are based on thepremise that ALL students can and will learn at high levels, and will facilitate staff andstudents having high expectations of themselves to meet their own potential A safe, supportive, and healthy learning and teaching environment that celebratesindividuals’ differences, diversity, growth, and achievement An environment where adult learning and growth is continuous and job-embedded inorder to provide high quality instruction for every student Leadership at every level that is committed to the full implementation of the culture of aprofessional learning community A strong commitment to learning from stakeholder groups (students, staff, parents, andcommunity leaders)School GoalIncrease rigor and relevance so that every student is college and/or career ready.Hastings Senior High School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability,race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, marital status,pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in itsprograms and activities.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSThe following chart shows graduation requirements and college admission requirements. It isimportant to check with the student’s colleges of interest to ensure additional or specificcoursework is not required for admission. Five credits are granted for a semester course. Moststudents will exceed minimum graduation requirements.HHS GraduationRequirementsTypical 4-Year UniversityAdmission RequirementsENGLISH45 credits40 creditsMATH30 credits30 creditsUNL requires 40 creditsSCIENCE30 credits30 creditsSOCIAL SCIENCE30 credits30 creditsPHYSICAL EDUCATION10 creditsNAINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY5 creditsNAFOREIGN LANGUAGENAVaries with university, 20-40credits of the same languagePERSONAL FINANCE(starting with class of 2024)5 creditsNATOTAL CREDITS220 CREDITS(class of 2023)225 CREDITS(starting with class of 2024)All students will register for courses during the spring semester of each year. The masterschedule is built on the basis of student registration requests, teachers, and administrationinput. Families need to make thoughtful choices at registration, as classes fill quickly andchanges later may not be possible.A drop/add opportunity is held at the beginning of each semester, however changes will belimited to availability of another comparable course and may require administrative approval.Seniors meeting graduation requirements must register for 25 credits per semester.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS4
Credit is accepted from accredited high schools and accredited homeschooling programs.Only students who have completed graduation requirements are permitted to participate incommencement exercises.ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONS & GRADUATION HONORSHonor RollTwo Honor Rolls are announced at the end of each semester. The A Honor Roll includes thenames of all students carrying courses equivalent to 25 semester hours for the semester andhaving a 3.5 grade average or above and no grade lower than a “C.” The B Honor Roll includesthe names of all students carrying courses equivalent to 25 semester hours for that quarter andhaving a 3.0 to 3.49 grade average with no grade lower than a “C.” All subjects are included inthis average.National Honor SocietyMembership in the Hastings Chapter of the National Honor Society is based upon scholarship,leadership, service, and character. A faculty council selects members after a student hascompleted at least three semesters of high school. The minimum requirements for considerationfor membership include: 1) an accumulative GPA of 3.80; 2) evidence of at least three serviceprojects in the school, home, church, or community; 3) election or appointment to an office in anorganization or membership in two or more organizations which have officers; and 4)possession of a character that reflects honesty, integrity, and concern for others.National Merit RecognitionThe mission of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is to recognize and honor theacademically talented students of the United States. NMSC accomplishes its mission byconducting nationwide academic scholarship programs. Qualifications to earn National Meritrecognition is based on a student’s performance on the PSAT exam taken during JUNIOR year.Students are notified in the fall of their senior year if they earn a qualifying score. The qualifyingscore index changes yearly and is state-based. There are two categories awarded: semi-finalistand commended. Semi-finalists continue in the competition, commended do not. Typically, anindex score of 200 or better will earn recognition. Sophomores are also encouraged to take thePSAT test as a practice in order to be prepared for junior year when it counts for thecompetition. See your counselor if you have questions or visit the National Merit website formore nt’s Award for Educational ExcellenceSeniors with a 3.5 cumulative GPA after 7 semesters and earning an ACT Reading score of 28or an ACT Math score of 26 will earn this award at Honors Night in May.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS5
Omaha World Herald ScholarsThe Omaha World Herald recognizes students throughout the state for academic achievement.Students with an ACT of 32 or better or an SAT of 2120 or better are nominated for the All-StateAcademic teams. Students are featured in the OWH in May.Graduation HonorsThe class standing system used will be as follows: Summa Cum Laude GPA 4.0 and above (With the Highest Distinction) Magna Cum Laude GPA 3.75-3.99 (With Great Distinction) Cum LaudeGPA 3.50-3.74 (With Distinction)To recognize achievement, honor cords are awarded to seniors based on cumulative GPA-excluding the 2nd semester of the graduating year. Orange and black honor cordsGPA 4.0 or above Orange and white honor cordsGPA 3.75-3.99 Black and white honor cordsGPA 3.50-3.74 National Honor Society collarMembers of NHS are eligible to wear this honor collar.GPAA student’s GPA shall be calculated by dividing the total grade points achieved (standard andweighted) by the total course credits earned. Weighted grade points will apply to Honorscourses. Points in regular courses are: A 4; B 3; C 2; D 1; F 0 Points in honors courses are: A 5; B 4; C 3; D 1; F 0Academic LetterAcademic letters are awarded every year to those students who receive a GPA of 3.50 or abovein the 1st and 2nd semester of the same school year. Students will be recognized in the fall forthe prior year’s recipients for grades 9-11. Seniors will be honored in the spring of their senioryear at Honor’s Night.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS6
CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNINGPost-Secondary Planning WebsitesPlanning for the future can be overwhelming. The following websites have a multitude of timelyinformation that will be helpful in the planning process. NAVIANCE (see more information below)https://naviance.com http://www.nebraskacareerconnections.org: provides education and career planning resources www.educationquest.org: information on creating a resume, a financial aid estimator, collegeplanning tips, and scholarship searches www.actstudent.org: register for the ACT test, practice questions, and college planning resources www.collegeboard.org: register for the SAT test, practice questions, and college planningresources www.hastingspublicschools.org: the “Counseling Department” tab will have additional informationfor parents and studentsAP CoursesThe College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) courses are college-level classes in a wide variety ofsubjects that students can take while still in high school. They offer challenging coursework to givestudents an idea of what to expect in college. Visit www.apcentral.collegboard.com for more informationon AP courses, tests, and college credit and transferability. If a student is interested in taking an AP examin a course not offered at HHS, see Ms. Schulte.Hastings Senior High offers the following AP courses: World Literature Honors AP European History Honors AP American History AP Honors Music Theory AP Statistics AP Honors Chemistry AP Biology APDual Enrollment CoursesPlease see page 66 for more information.NavianceNaviance is a comprehensive website that students and parents can use as a tool in planning for thefuture. This web-based platform provided by the Hastings Public School district integrates successplanning, career planning, college planning, and family engagement tools to help students becomecollege and career ready. This is a free website to students provided by the Hastings Public Schooldistrict.Some features to explore are available under the College, Career, and About Me tabs: “Do What You Are” personality assessment enables students to better understand what collegemajors or careers best suit their personality types. Career Interest Profiler helps students discover the types of work activities and careers thatmatch your interests.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS7
College Super Match provides comprehensive information on thousands of colleges. Studentsenter criteria such as size, location, cost, and availability of specific majors and get a list ofcolleges that meet the criteria. Scholarship information is available on Naviance. Seniors should check Naviance weekly forupdates on local and regional scholarships. Resume Builder will rearrange the student’s information into multiple printable versions thatstudents can use for various purposes. Naviance Test Prep program enables students to prepare for the ACT.Playing Sports in CollegeCollege athletic websites have student-athlete questionnaires for interested students to complete during10th, 11th, or 12th grade. This is a good way for a high school student to communicate interest in beingconsidered for the college’s athletic program. Division I or IIStudents interested in playing at a Division I or II college must register with the NCAA EligibilityCenter. Students are encouraged to do so by the end of the junior year but can do it during thesenior year. High school coursework, grades, and ACT scores will factor into a student’s eligibility.Younger students should research the academic requirements needed to qualify for the NCAAEligibility Center early in high school to assure they are on the right track. Visitwww.eligibilitycenter.org for information and to register. Division III or NAIAEvery student who is interested in playing championship sports at NAIA colleges for the first timeneed to register and receive an eligibility determination. For more information on NAIA, visitwww.playnaia.org.CollegeStudentAthletes.com is a free college search website for students looking to combinesports and academics at a Division III (D3) college. Visithttp://www.collegestudentathletes.com for more information. Junior CollegesStudent-athletes interested in competing at the Junior College level (JUCO) should contact thecoach about eligibility to play and rules for future transfer to a college or university. Visitwww.njcaa.org for more information.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS8
ATHLETICS & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESNON-ATHLETIC ACTIVITIESATHLETICS(Sanctioned by the NSAA)DebateInstrumental MusicJournalismMarching BandPlay ProductionShow ChoirSpeechVocal MusicCLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONSArt ClubBoard GameBooks & BagelsCheerleadingColor GuardDECADrama ClubEngineering ClubFuture Problem SolversHistory ClubImprovIntramural Basketball & VolleyballKey ClubManga Anime ClubMulticultural ClubNational Honor SocietyPoetry LiveQuiz BowlScience ClubSkills USAStudent CouncilTigerettesNewspaperYearbookReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTSFALL SPORTSBoys Cross CountryBoys TennisFootballGirls Cross CountryGirls GolfSoftballVolleyballWINTER SPORTSBoys BasketballGirls BasketballSwimming & DivingWrestlingBowlingSPRING SPORTSBaseballBoys GolfBoys SoccerBoys TrackGirls SoccerGirls TennisGirls TrackCOMMUNITY CLUBSMentoring Works9
Four Year Planning GuideName: Plans after high school DateHastings Senior High School--Four Year Course Planner9th Grade10th GradeMust take a minimum of seven classesMust take a minimum of seven classesSemester 1Semester 2Eng 9 or Eng 9 HEng 9 or Eng 9 HEng 10 or Eng 10 HEng 10 or Eng 10 HWorld History orWorld History HPhy Sci or Phy Sci HWorld History orWorld History HPhy Sci or Phy Sci HAmer History or AmerHistory H APBiology or Biology HAmer History or AmerHistory H APBiology or Biology :11th GradeMust take a minimum of six classesSemester 1Semester 2Eng 11 or Eng 11 HEng 11 or Eng 11 te: Semester 1Semester 212th GradeMust take a minimum of five classesSemester 1Semester ernate:Alternate:Alternate:If recommended by HMS, 9th graders will be required to take reading; however, any student may sign up for a class to improvespecific skills.Minimum of 220 credits are needed for graduation for the class of 2023. Most students earn 260-280 credits.Starting with the class of 2024, a minimum of 225 credits are needed for graduation.PE I and PE II/Lifetime Fitness, Communication Arts, and Information Technology are required for graduation (class of 2023).PE I and PE II/Lifetime Fitness, Communication Arts, Information Technology, and Personal Finance are required for graduation(beginning with class of 2024).Many four-year colleges recommend two to four years in the same foreign language.Many four-year colleges recommend or require four years of math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and above.)Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS10
Course Registration for 9th GradeGraduation Requirements: 225 CreditsNo credit for Study HallREQUIRED CREDITS4 years English & 1 semester Communication Arts3 years Science3 years MathREQUIRED CREDITS3 years Social Studies1 semester Information Technology2 semesters Physical Education1 semester Personal Finance9th graders must register for 70 credits.*semester classART Art Fund 1 (2-D)* Art Fund 2 (3-D)*PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE I* Sports PerformanceBUSINESS Info Tech 1* Intro to BusinessREADING Reading I Reading IIENGLISH Required English 9 English 9 HonorsSCIENCE Required Physical Science Physical Science HonorsFAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Introduction to FCS* Introduction to Design*SKILLED & TECHNICAL SCIENCES Intro to Engineering/CAD Intro to Manufacturing/Welding* Basic Cabinetry*JOURNALISM Journalism*MATHEMATICS Required Algebra I Algebra I PE Geometry Geometry Honors Algebra/Trig HonorsMUSIC String Orchestra Full Orchestra(Before school, every other day. 5 credits/year) Jazz Band (Audition)(Before school, every other day. 5 credits/year) Band (Audition) Treble Choir Century MenSOCIAL STUDIES World History World History HonorsSPECIAL STUDENT SERVICES Learning Lab EL-Emerging EL-Progressing EL-AdvancedWORLD LANGUAGES French I German I Spanish I-IV (per placement exam)PERFORMING ARTS Debate: Exploration Debate: Congress Style Theater I* Theater II (Prerequisite Theater I)* Stagecraft (Prerequisite Theater I or Basic Cab.)*Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS11
Course Registration for 10th GradeGraduation Requirements: 225 Credits, including requirements below4 years English & 1 semester Communication Arts3 years Science3 years Math*denotes semester class10th graders must register for 70 creditsART Art Fund 1 (2-D)* Art Fund 2 (3-D)* Drawing* Adv Drawing* Pottery* Adv. Pottery* Sculpture* Adv Sculpture* Natural Fibers*BUSINESS Intro to Business Info Tech I* World of Work/Careers* Web Page Design & Dev* Digital Media* Info Tech II* Marketing Accounting IENGLISH English 10 English 10 Honors Communication Arts*FAMILY & CONSUMERSCIENCES JOURNALISM Journalism* Yearbook Publication Tiger CubMATHEMATICS Algebra I Algebra I PE Geometry Geometry PE Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra/Trig Honors Pre-Calculus HonorsMUSIC String Orchestra Band Concert Choir Bel Canto Treble Clef Jazz Band Full Orchestra Treble Choir Century Men Bel Canto Chamber Choir Madrigal SingersIntro to FCS*Fund. of Nutr. & Culinary Ess.*Nutrition*Food Science*Parents and Families*Child Development*Apparel Prod. & Construction*Intro to Design*Fashion Design*Housing & Interior Design*Interpersonal Relationships*PERFORMING ARTS Debate: Exploration Debate: Congress Style Theatre I* Theatre II* Stagecraft* Creative Writing*3 years Social Studies1 semester Information Technology2 semesters Physical Education1 semester Personal FinanceNo credit is granted for Study HallREADING Reading I Reading IISCIENCE Biology Biology HonorsSKILLED & TECHNICALSCIENCES Intro to Engineering/CAD Engineering Concepts Intro to Manufact./Welding* Advanced Welding* Basic Cabinetry* Advanced Furniture Building Trades ISOCIAL STUDIES American History American History AP HonorsSPECIAL STUDENT SERVICES Learning Lab EL-Emerging EL-Progressing EL-AdvancedWORLD LANGUAGES French I & II German I & II Spanish I-IV (per placementexam) Spanish for Native SpeakersPHYSICAL EDUCATION PE I* PE II* Lifetime Fitness* Sports PerformanceReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTS12
Course Registration for 11th GradeGraduation Requirements: 225 Credits BOLD DUAL CREDIT/SEE YOUR COUNSELOR4 years English & 1 semester Communication Arts3 years Science3 years Math*denotes semester class3 years Social Studies1 semester Information Technology2 semesters Physical Education1 semester Personal Finance11th graders must register for 60 credits. No credit is granted for Study Hall.ART Art Fund 1 (2-D)* Art Fund 2 (3-D)* Drawing* Adv Drawing* Pottery* Adv. Pottery* Sculpture* Adv Sculpture* Natural Fibers* Painting* Adv. Painting*BUSINESS Info Tech 1* Personal Finance* Intro to Business World of Work/Careers* Web Page Design & Dev* Digital Media* Info Tech II* Marketing Accounting I Accounting II Entrepreneurship/AdvancedMarketingENGLISH English 11 English 11 Honors Communication Arts*FAMILY & CONSUMERSCIENCES Fund. of Nutrition & Culinary Ess.* Nutrition* Food Science* Parents & Families* Child Development* Apparel Production & Construct.* Intro to Design* Fashion Design* Housing & Interior Design* Interpersonal Relationships* Health Science I* Medical Terminology*JAG Beginning JAG Advanced JAGJOURNALISM Journalism* Yearbook Publication Tiger CubMATHEMATICS Geometry Geometry PE Algebra II Algebra II PE Algebra/Trig Honors Probability & Stats* Trigonometry* Statistics AP Honors Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus ABMUSIC String Orchestra Band Treble Choir Century Men Bel Canto Jazz Band Full Orchestra Chamber Orchestra Chamber Choir Madrigal Singers Music Theory APPERFORMING ARTS Debate: Exploration Debate: Congress Style Theater I* Theater II* Stagecraft* Creative Writing*PHYSICAL EDUCATION Life Sports* Lifetime Fitness* Sports Performance PE I* or PE II*READING Reading I Reading IIReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTSSCIENCE Physics Physics Honors Human Anatomy/Physiology Human Anatomy/PhysiologyHonors Chemistry Chemistry Honors AP Biology Science in SocietySKILLED & TECHNICALSCIENCES Intro to Engineering/CAD Intro to Manu/Welding* Basic Cabinetry* Engineering Concepts Adv. Welding* Precision Machining Processes Adv. Furniture Construction Tiger Woodworking Building Trades I Engineering Applications Intro to Transportation*SOCIAL STUDIES World Cultures* Nebraska History* Regional Geography* Contemporary Issues* Civil & Human Rights in AmericanHistory* History of Architecture &Technology* Psychology* American GovernmentSPECIAL STUDENT SERVICES Learning Lab Job Training I EL-Emerging EL-Progressing EL-AdvancedWORLD LANGUAGES French I or II or III German I or II or III Spanish I or II or Spanish III Spanish for Native Speakers13
Course Registration for 12th GradeGraduation Requirements: 220 Credits, including requirements below4 years English & 1 semester Communication Arts3 years Science3 years Math3 years Social Studies1 semester Information Technology2 semesters Physical Education12th graders must register for 50 credits. No credit is granted for Study Hall.BOLD DUAL CREDIT/SEE YOUR COUNSELORART Art Fund 1(2-D)* Art Fund 2 (3-D)* Drawing* Adv Drawing* Pottery* Adv. Pottery* Sculpture* Adv Sculpture* Natural Fibers* Painting* Adv. Painting* Studio Art*BUSINESS Info Tech 1* Personal Finance* Intro to Business World of Work/Careers* Web Page Design & Dev* Digital Media * Info Tech II* Marketing Accounting I Accounting II Entrepreneurship/AdvancedMarketing Business LawENGLISH English 12 English 12 Honors World Literature AP Honors Practical English Communication Arts*FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Fund. of Nutrition & Culinary Ess.* Nutrition* Food Science* Parents & Families* Child Development* Apparel Prod. & Construction* Intro to Design* Fashion Design* Housing & Interior Design* Interpersonal Relationships* Health Science I* Medical Terminology*JAG JAG Advanced JAGJOURNALISM Journalism* Yearbook Publication Tiger CubMATHEMATICS Geometry Geometry PE Algebra II Algebra II PE Probability & Stats* Trigonometry* Statistics AP Honors Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus ABMUSIC String Orchestra Band Treble Choir Century Men Bel Canto Jazz Band Full Orchestra Chamber Orchestra Chamber Choir Madrigal Singers Music Theory APPERFORMING ARTS Debate: Exploration Debate: Congress Style Theater I* Theater II* Stagecraft* Creative Writing*PHYSICAL EDUCATION Life Sports* Lifetime Fitness* Sports Performance PE I* or PE II*READING Reading I Reading IIReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTS*denotes semester classSCIENCE Physics Physics Honors Human Anatomy/Physiology Human Anatomy/Physiology Honors Chemistry Chemistry Honors Science in Society AP Biology AP ChemistrySKILLED & TECHNICAL SCIENCES Intro to Engineering/CAD Intro to Manu/Welding* Basic Cabinetry* Engineering Concepts Adv. Welding* Adv. Furniture Construction Tiger Woodworking Precision Machining Processes Engineering Applications Intro to Transportation* Architectural Drafting & Design Advanced Manufacturing II Building Trades I Building Trades II Vocational Auto & TransportationSOCIAL STUDIES World Cultures* Nebraska History* Regional Geography* Contemporary Issues* Civil & Human Rights in Am. History* History of Architecture & Technology* Psychology* American Government European History AP HonorsSPECIAL STUDENT SERVICES Learning Lab Job Training I EL-Emerging EL-Progressing EL-AdvancedWORLD LANGUAGES French I or II or III or IV German I or II or III or IV Spanish I or II Spanish III or IV Spanish for Native Speakers14
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ARTCOURSE TITLEGRADERECOMMENDEDPREREQUISITESCOURSE DESCRIPTIONARTFUNDAMENTALS 1(2-D Foundations)5 credits9-12May enroll in ArtFund 1 and/orArt Fund 2.This course is designed to give a solid foundation in 2-Ddesign and is the first class a student should take if theyare interested in drawing and painting.It is theprerequisite for all beginning 2-D art classes. Beginningstudents learn the foundation skills of 2-D art (drawingand painting and other applicable media) through thestudy of art elements (line, shape/form, texture, space,value and color theory) and composition as applied to2-D artwork. Students who want to take additionaldrawing and painting classes must take this class.Students who want to do both 2-D and 3-D art or whoare interested in pursuing art post high school shouldtake both this class and Art Fundamentals 2 (3-DFoundations).ARTFUNDAMENTALS 2(3-D Foundations)5 credits9-12May enroll in ArtFund 1 and/orArt Fund 2.This course is designed to give a solid foundation in 3-Ddesign and is the first class a student should take if theyare interested in ceramics and sculpture. It is theprerequisite for all beginning 3-D art classes. Beginningstudents learn the foundation skills of 3-D art (ceramic,sculpture materials and other 3-D media) through thestudy of art elements (line, shape/form, texture, space,value and color theory) and composition as applied to3-D artwork. Students who want to take additional potteryand sculpture classes must take this class. Studentswho want to do both 2-D and 3-D art or who areinterested in pursuing art post high school should takeboth this class and Art Fundamentals 1 (2-DFoundations).DRAWING5 credits10-12Art Fund. 1This course is designed to improve drawingtechniques and skills.A variety of media isinvolved.This class provides an excellentbackground for other two-dimensional art classesoffered.ADVANCEDDRAWING5 credits--2ndsemester only10-12PAINTING5 credits--1stsemester only11-12Instructor/Counselor/Assistant tant PrincipalApprovalArt Fund.1/DrawingInstructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTSStudents will be provided with an historicalbackground of artists, techniques, and media withan emphasis on the elements and principles ofdesign and the study of composition.This course introduces students to techniques intempera, acrylic and watercolor painting.16
ADVANCEDPAINTING5 credits--2ndsemester only11-12POTTERY5 credits10-12PaintingInstructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalArt Fund 2Instructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalADVANCEDPOTTERY5 credits--2ndsemester only10-12NATURAL FIBERART5 credits--1stsemester only10-12SCULPTURE5 credits10-12PotteryInstructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalArt Fund 1 or 2Instructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalArt Fund 2Instructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalADVANCEDSCULPTURE5 nt PrincipalApprovalSTUDIO ART5 credits--2ndsemester only12Minimum of abeginning andadvanced class inthe same mediumareaInstructor/Counselor/Assistant PrincipalApprovalBuilds on the techniques developed in Painting withadditional work in acrylic painting and watercolortechniques.Introduces students to a basic understanding ofclay, tools, methods of handbuilding and wheelthrowing pottery, as well as a variety of decoratingand glazing techniques.This course builds on the advanced techniquesdeveloped in Pottery including hand building, wheelthrown techniques, and advanced surface finishes.Introduces students to a variety of fiber arts such asweaving, paper-making, handmade books, andbatik.This course introduces students to a variety of skillsand techniques for creating sculpture in a widerange of media. Design elements are emphasized.This course builds on advanced techniquesdeveloped in Sculpture including modeling, casting,construction, and carving. A variety of mediums andtechniques are explored.Studio Art offers the art student an opportunity forextended study in a particular medium and media ofwhich he/she has taken both beginning andadvanced classes prior to this course. Studentsmay be expected to purchase part of their ownsupplies, depending upon the medium chosen.***A 15 lab fee will be charged for all art classes based on projects chosen.Return to TABLE OF CONTENTS17
BUSINESS, MARKETING, &MANAGEMENTBusiness Administration ClusterAccounting PathwayEntrepreneurship PathwayMarketing ClusterMarketing PathwayMarketing Entrepreneurship PathwayIndependent ClassesReturn to TABLE OF CONTENTS18
BUSINESSCOURSE TITLEGRADEINTRODUCTION TOBUSINESS10 creditsRECOMMENDEDPREREQUISITES9-12Students will be provided an opportunity tounderstand the role of business in today’s society. Italso provides a basis for further study in business,as well as, offering useful and practical aspects ofliving for all students. Students will be givenhands-on opportunities to work on projects,simulations, decision-making cases, esearch tools. The class is designed tohelp students become wise consumers, goodcitizens, and efficient employees while contributingto the development of their total economicunderstanding.9-12This course is designed to teach stu
Hastings Senior High School is in Hastings, Nebraska. Hastings is located in a rural setting close to the Platte River in south-central Nebraska. Hastings Senior High is accredited by the State of Nebraska and AdvancEd. Mi ssi o n S tatemen t Our fundamental purpose is to assure all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviors
