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Elizabethtown High School
Course Selection Manual
2021-2022
E xcellence – H onor – S uccess
A School of Distinction as recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Elizabethtown High School
620 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Phone: (270) 769-3381
Principal –Jennifer Burnham
Jennifer.Burnham@etown.kyschools.us
Assistant Principal – BJ Henry
BJ.Henry@etown.kyschools.us
Assistant Principal – Karl Olive
Karl.Olive@etown.kyschools.us
Counselors:
Rex Hanson – Last Names A-J
Rex.Hanson@etown.kyschools.us
Tanya Major – Last Names A-J
Tanya.Major@etown.kyschools.us
Melissa Butler – Last Names K-Z
Melissa.Butler@etown.kyschools.us
Sammie Franklin – Guidance Office Secretary
Samra.Franklin@etown.kyschools.us
Derisa Hindle, Workforce Readiness Coordinator
Derisa.Hindle@etown.kyschools.us
Guidance Fax: (270) 769-5223
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Table of Contents
Classification of Students ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Explanation of Credits .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Graduation Requirements (for class of 2022) .............................................................................................................................. 5
Pre-College Curriculum ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Graduation Requirements for classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025 .................................................................................................. 6
KEES – KY Educational Excellence Scholarship ............................................................................................................................. 7
Honors and Advanced Placement Classes ................................................................................................................................... 8
Advanced Placement (AP) Program ............................................................................................................................................. 9
ECTC SEEK Program Guidelines: ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Elizabethtown Independent Early Graduation Process ............................................................................................................. 13
DETERMINATION OF VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN:.................................................................................................... 14
DETERMINATION OF HONOR GRADUATE .................................................................................................................................. 14
Schedule Changes ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Mathematics Course Selection Flow Chart ................................................................................................................................ 16
Science Course Selection Flow Chart ......................................................................................................................................... 17
Social Studies Course Selection Chart ........................................................................................................................................ 17
English Department Curriculum ................................................................................................................................................ 18
COURSES AVAILABLE TO FRESHMEN ......................................................................................................................................... 19
COURSES AVAILABLE TO SOPHOMORES .................................................................................................................................... 20
COURSES AVAILABLE TO JUNIORS ............................................................................................................................................. 21
COURSES AVAILABLE TO SENIORS ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Dual Credit Course Offerings ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT.............................................................................................................................................................. 26
MATH DEPARTMENT ................................................................................................................................................................. 27
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT .................................................................................................................................................. 29
FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT ........................................................................................................................................................... 30
WORLD LANGUAGES .................................................................................................................................................................. 31
HEALTH & PHYSICIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT ...................................................................................................................... 32
OTHER COURSES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 32
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT .................................................................................................................... 34
Business Pathways ..................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Education and Training Career Pathway .................................................................................................................................... 36
Engineering and Related Pathways ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Family and Consumer Sciences Career Pathways ...................................................................................................................... 38
Information Technology Career Pathways ................................................................................................................................ 39
NCAA Eligibility .......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
List of Approved NCAA Courses ................................................................................................................................................. 42
NAIA Eligibility Regulations ........................................................................................................................................................ 43
COURSE PLANNING WORKSHEET for ILP ................................................................................................................................... 44
~3~Classification of Students
Students will be classified according to the number of credits they have earned.
9th grade Successful completion of eighth grade
10th grade 4 credits
11th grade 10 credits
12th grade 16 credits
Graduation 22 credits
Explanation of Credits
● Must earn passing grade of 70 or above to earn credit.
● According to 704 KAR 3:303, Section 5 - A board of education shall award credit toward high
school graduation based on: (a) A standards-based Carnegie unit of credit that shall consist of at
least 120 hours of instructional time in one subject. Therefore, the student must be enrolled for at
least 120 instructional days to receive a full credit.
● Full year courses will receive 1 credit at the end of the school year.
● Half year courses will receive ½ credit at the end of the semester in which the course is taken.
● In a full year course, if a student does not earn the full credit, the student may earn a half credit
if the fall semester average or spring semester average is at least a 70%.
~4~Elizabethtown High School
Graduation Requirements (for class of 2022)
(22 credits required)
Requirements Courses
4 Language Arts - English I, II, III, IV
3 Math – One mathematics course must be taken each year of high
school. Must pass 3 of the 4 courses. Required courses shall include
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or courses of equal rigor (if any of
these were taken during middle school)
3 Science – Intro to Science, Biology, and choose either: Chemistry or AP Physics
3 Social Studies – Survey of the Social Sciences, World Civilization, US History
0.5 Health
0.5 Physical Education
1 History and Appreciation of the Arts (one year of any Fine Arts course)
6 or 7 Electives (depending on math credits earned)
Pre-College Curriculum
**Colleges require that students complete the following classes in order to be admitted without
restrictions.**
4 credits Language Arts (English I, II, III, IV)
3 credits Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)
3 credits Science (Life science, physical science, and earth/space science – at
least one lab course)
3 credits Social Studies (From U.S. History, Economics, Government, World
Geography and World Civilization)
1 credit History and Appreciation of the Arts (or another course that
incorporates such content)
½ credit Health
½ credit Physical Education
2 credits Foreign Language or demonstrated competency in same language
5 credits Electives (3 should be rigorous). See note below on “rigorous”
Rigorous electives should have academic content at least as challenging as that in courses required in the
minimum high school graduation requirements. These electives also should be in social studies, science, math,
English and language arts, arts and humanities, foreign language, and above the introductory level in agriculture,
industrial technology, business, marketing, family and consumer sciences, health sciences, and technology
education and career pathways. Electives in physical education and health are limited to one-half unit each.
~5~Graduation Requirements for classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025
~6~KEES – KY Educational Excellence Scholarship
In 1998 Governor Paul Patton and the General Assembly provided an opportunity for Kentucky high school students to earn
the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship. KEES is a scholarship program that rewards students who earn C+ or
better grades with scholarship money to attend one of Kentucky’s colleges or Technical schools. The higher the grades the
student makes the more money that he/she earns. A bonus award for the highest ACT (15 or higher) composite or SAT
scores can also be earned. Over the 4-year high school period students could earn as much as $2500 to apply toward their
post-secondary education each year for up to four years of post-secondary school. That is $10,000 for a 4-year program
and $5000 for a two-year program. There are GPA requirements for the renewal of the scholarship each year.
Students and parents can visit www.kheaa.com to see a complete listing of post-secondary schools that can accept the KEES
scholarship and to find more information. Students are encouraged to create and account and check their KEES accounts at
the end of each year. Students must be enrolled in 5 unique credits to be eligible for KEES. Classes that count as 2 credits
only count once towards the 5 unique credits rule.
BONUS AWARD BASE AWARD
ACT Score Bonus
15 $36 GPA Amount
16 71
17 107 2.50 $125
18 143 2.60 150
19 179 2.70 175
20 214 2.75 187
21 250 2.80 200
22 286 2.90 225
23 321 3.00 250
24 357
3.10 275
25 393
26 428 3.20 300
27 464 3.25 312
3.30 325
28+ 500
3.40 350
3.50 375
3.60 400
3.70 425
3.75 437
3.80 450
3.90 475
4.00 500
Example: If a student earns a 3.7 GPA their freshman year, a 3.6 GPA their sophomore year, a 3.6 their
junior year, and a 4.0 their senior year, and their highest ACT composite score is a 25:
Freshman Base Amount $425
Sophomore Base Amount $400
Junior Base Amount $400
Senior Base Amount $500
ACT Bonus Award $393
$2118
Total KEES Award
This student would have $2,118 each year (provided he/she meets the minimum post-secondary GPA
requirements each year) to put toward his/he Kentucky post-secondary education.
~7~Honors and Advanced Placement Classes
Our goal at Elizabethtown High School is to prepare each student for a successful transition to college and career
opportunities. In support of this goal, we have developed a curriculum that will focus on college and career preparation
and in some subjects we have an enhanced honors curriculum developed to provide more rigorous, in-depth instruction.
Honors students will be expected to have skills that are above benchmarks set for standardized testing, strong work
ethic, and a need for more rigor. Honors classes will demand more challenging involvement than regular classes,
providing multiple opportunities for students to take greater responsibilities for their learning in the areas of critical
thinking, interdisciplinary connections, reading, and discussion topics.
AP students must be academically ready to meet the challenges required by these college level courses. AP classes are
designed for accelerated learning; students in these classes desire faster paced lessons, more independent work, and
fewer repetitions to solve problems. The engaging, hands-on learning that takes place in AP courses requires students
to think critically, construct solid arguments and see many sides of issues – all skills that prepare students for college and
beyond.
Classes listed as Honors will receive a grade multiplier of 1.05 to their numeric grade average each nine weeks and their
final exams Classes identified as Advanced Placement (AP) will receive a grade multiplier of 1.08 to their numeric grade
each nine weeks and their final exam. Teachers will convert the student’s grade, and the student’s converted grade will
be reported on both the report card and the transcript. For example: If a student earns an 89% in Honors English II, the
teacher will multiply that grade by a 1.05 (or use the conversion chart), and the result would be a 93%. This 93% (B)
would then be recorded as the official numeric grade for that student.
This should allow EHS students to become more competitive in scholarship competitions as well as college admission.
Below is a list of both Honors and AP classes currently offered at EHS.
HONORS ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Honors English I, II AP English Language
English 111/112 AP English Literature
Honors Algebra I, II AP Calculus AB
Honors Geometry AP Calculus BC
PreCalculus AP Statistics
College Algebra AP Biology
Honors Chemistry I AP Chemistry
Anatomy and Physiology AP Physics 1
Spanish III AP Human Geography
WKU Communications AP World History
Advanced Band AP US History
Digital Electronics AP Government and Politics
AP Spanish Language IV
~8 ~Advanced Placement (AP) Program
About AP
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses are designed to provide a chance for motivated students to take college-level
courses.
Why Participate?
There are over 30 courses and exams across multiple subject areas, however not all are likely to be offered by every high
school. Students must possess a strong curiosity about the subject of study and the willingness to work hard. These
courses are by no means easy. AP Courses are rigorous and very challenging and most will require a great deal of
homework and/or outside reading. Students who want to gain the edge in college preparation, stand out in the college
admissions process, and broaden their intellectual horizons should choose to take AP.
AP Courses Currently Offered at EHS
AP Biology AP Calculus AB/BC AP Chemistry
AP English Language AP English Literature AP Government and Politics
AP Human Geography AP Physics 1 AP US History
AP Spanish Lang. IV AP Statistics AP World History
AP Exams
Each AP course has a corresponding exam that participating schools administer in May. Depending on the score on the
exam, many colleges and/or universities may decide to award college credit or place the student in a more advanced
level course. For AP College Credit Policy Information visit
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/apcreditpolicy/index.jsp.
The cost of each AP exam is approximately $100 (Students who participate in the Free/Reduced Lunch program have
reduced exam fees). Though this amount may seem high, in comparison to college tuition it is a “better buy”. Exam fees
will be collected in October.
~9 ~ELIZABETHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
COUNCIL POLICY
POLICY NUMBER: 10.03
POLICY TOPIC: COLLEGE LEVEL COURSES
POLICY SUBJECT: DUAL CREDIT COURSES – ONLINE OR OFFSITE
Elizabethtown High School students will be able to take classes and transfer credits from an accredited college or
university according to the following guidelines:
1. Before a student can enroll for a dual-credit course (online or off-site), he/she must complete a dual-credit
(online/off-site) Enrollment Request Form, and have the approval from a committee consisting of the high
school principal (or designee) and guidance counselor. There will be a May deadline for Registration for fall
classes and a November deadline for registration for spring classes. Students successfully completing a fall class
will not have to apply for approval for the spring semester. If said student is dissatisfied with the outcome of the
committee's decision, that decision is subject to appeal to the SBDM council.
2. When seeking approval from the committee, the following criteria must apply:
For off-campus classes:
A. The student must be a junior or senior.
B. The student must have at least 90% attendance, with the exception of homebound illness.
C. The student must have no major discipline violations.
D. The student must meet the prerequisite requirements as stipulated by the college or university providing the
course.
For online classes:
A. The student must meet the prerequisite requirements as stipulated by the college or university providing the
course.
B. A student must be a junior or senior to take an online class during the school day. Sophomores must have
permission from their guidance counselor to take an online course during the school day.
For students that do not meet the above criteria, the principal will have the flexibility to approve applications based on
extenuating circumstances when a student meets the prerequisites provided by the college or university.
3. Once approved, applicants must have their college courses and schedule approved by their respective guidance
counselor to ensure that graduation requirements are met. Counselors will ensure that dual credit courses taken
are approved KDE dual credit courses.
4. Each student will provide their own transportation and liability coverage to and from the college. Students are
not allowed to carpool with each other. The student must also complete the "Parent Permission for Student
Drivers" form.
5. If the need arises to drop a dual-credit course, Policy 5.2 schedule change would be in effect.
6. All registration, tuition, and book expenses will be the responsibility of the student and/or his/her
parent/guardian.
7. A student may not circumvent the eight semester rule at Elizabethtown High School with dual credit classes.
8. Credits and grades for dual-credit courses will be added to the high school transcript and it is the responsibility
of the student to furnish the guidance office with the grade(s) within three (3) days of the student receipt of
~10 ~grades. Failure to furnish grades for inclusion on the transcript will result in the student receiving a zero (0) for
the class(es).
9. Letter grades from dual-credit courses will be assigned as follows at EHS, effective fall semester 2017;
A = 100% B = 91% C = 82% D= 73% F = 69%
10. If a student fails a dual-credit course(s), no credit will be given. Furthermore, he/she will have to complete the
dual-credit application at EHS and go through the approval process again.
11. If a student receives a grade of 'W' for dropping the course, this grade will appear on a student's transcript, but
it will not affect the student's GPA.
STUDENT ASSIGNMENT and RECRUITMENT: We will encourage all students to prepare for and take 1 (one) or more
college-level courses. We will do that in the following ways:
1. Counselors will advise students and parents of these options when they prepare and revise their Individual
Learning Plans and encourage each student to take appropriate preparatory courses.
2. Teachers will encourage all students to take challenging courses each term.
3. Each semester, the principal will report to the council on enrollment in these courses by total number of
students, gender, ethnicity, participation in the free and reduced lunch program, and disability status.
4. Based on that data, the Council may amend its Comprehensive School Improvement Plan to add additional steps
to ensure equitable participation in future terms.
Additional note about Dual Credit classes:
Please note that there is a Dual Credit Scholarship and a Work Ready Scholarship to help pay for the tuition of
dual credit courses. The Dual Credit Scholarship pays the tuition for 2 dual credit classes between junior and
senior years of high school. The Work Ready Scholarship pays for the tuition for 2 dual credit CTE classes
each year of high school. A student must pass the dual credit course for the scholarship to be used. Students
are ultimately responsible for the tuition for any dual credit course they take.
~11 ~ECTC SEEK Program Guidelines:
Securing Educational Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) is a program in which Elizabethtown High School has
partnered with ECTC to provide coursework in technical programs. Juniors or Seniors can enroll in this
program, in which students will attend ECTC to complete graduation requirements, as well as college-level
technical courses. Through the SEEK program, 6 credit hours of technical courses are waived and students may
also apply for a dual credit scholarship or work ready scholarship to cover the remaining cost.
General Guidelines for acceptance into the SEEK program include the following:
1. Be on track to graduate
a. Must have completed & passed the following courses:
i. English 1, 2, & 3
ii. Survey, World Civ, & US History
iii. Algebra 1, Geometry, & Algebra 2
iv. Biology, Intro to Science, & Chemistry
v. Fine Arts
vi. Health & PE
2. A good overall discipline record
3. A good attendance record
4. Have a 2.5 cumulative GPA
5. Be interested in one of the eleven technical programs
a. Air Conditioning Technology
b. Automotive Technology
c. Computer Aided Drafting & Design
d. Computer and Information Technologies
e. Computerized Manufacturing & Machining
f. Culinary Arts
g. Diesel Technology
h. Electronics & Engineering Technology
i. Electrical Technology
j. Industrial Maintenance Technology
k. Welding Technology
6. Meet any ECTC admission requirements
Letter grades from ECTC will be assigned as follows at EHS, effective fall semester 2007:
A =100% B=91% C=82% D=73% F=69%
To apply to the SEEK program, an application is required by February 26th. Applications are available in
the guidance office.
~12 ~Elizabethtown Independent Early Graduation Process
Introduction
The Early Graduation statute and regulation are a result of Senate Bill 61 (2013) and are a companion
regulation to Senate Bill 97 (2013). To summarize the regulation; beginning in 2014-2015, Early Graduation will
be possible for students who intend to move on an accelerated timeline through high school and graduate
college ready in three academic years or less. Early Graduation is a deliberate pathway for students that wish
to complete high school early, receive a diploma from the district and be eligible for acceptance into a two-or
four- year Kentucky SACS accredited, public or non-profit institution without remediation. The regulation
provides a financial incentive, known as the Early Graduation Certificate, for the student to support this action.
Requirements
Notify the school principal within the first 30 days of the school year in which they intend to graduate.
Enter the Early Graduation pathway prior to October 1 of the year in which they intend to graduate
early.
Graduate in three years or less. Students exceeding three years do not qualify for the incentives
identified with Early Graduation.
Take the state-administered college readiness exam and meet the college readiness exam benchmarks
as set by the Council on Postsecondary Education in 13 KAR 2:020 for placement in credit-bearing
courses without the need for remediation.
Beginning in 2020-2021, early graduate students must pass benchmarks on state-required assessments
in reading, mathematics, science, and social studies.
Incentives
A student who meets the Early Graduation requirements in 704 KAR 3:305 shall earn an Early Graduation
Certificate and be eligible for a one-time scholarship award to be used at a SACS accredited Kentucky college
or university the academic year immediately following early high school graduation.
The award shall be equal to one-half (1/2) of the state portion of the average statewide per pupil
guarantee for one year. This award amount is determined in the biennial budget for each fiscal year.
For the academic year 2013-2014, the statewide per pupil guarantee was $3827 (half of that would be
approximately $1913).
The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) will administer the scholarship; funds will
be forwarded directly to the institute of higher education.
Early Graduation Certificate funds shall be available only during the academic year following
graduation.
Effective with the Class of 2015, students who are eligible for the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship
(KEES) program and graduate from a Kentucky high school in three years may be eligible for a KEES award that
is the equivalent of four years of high school.
The KEES award amount is based on the average of GPA awards.
The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) should be contacted for additional
information regarding the KEES program.
~13 ~Elizabethtown High School SBDM Policy 2.05
DETERMINATION OF VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN:
Awarding of Salutatorian and Valedictorians for the graduating senior class shall
be determined on the following basis:
1. The honor graduate with the highest cumulative numerical average will be selected as the
valedictorian.
2. The honor graduate with the second highest cumulative numerical average will be selected as the
salutatorian.
Elizabethtown High School SBDM Policy 2.10
DETERMINATION OF HONOR GRADUATE
To graduate with honors from Elizabethtown High School, a student must meet the following criteria:
1. Have a cumulative numeric average of 95% (not rounded) or above in
course work and;
2. Have earned a minimum composite ACT score of 25, or have earned a
minimum SAT score of 1700;
3. Have taken at least 7 Honors and/or Advanced Placement courses.
Effective Date: 2012-13 School Year.
~14 ~Schedule Changes
SBDM Policy 5.02 - CHANGE OF CLASS SCHEDULE:
Elizabethtown High School students will be able to request changes in schedules according to the following guidelines:
1. Students requesting classes in the early spring and are assigned to classes based on graduation requirements, level of class
needed, and availability of classes. Students and parents meet with the CCR teacher during Power Pact in March of each year to
determine the student’s schedule for the following school year. Students are assigned to classes based on graduation requirements,
level of class needed, teacher recommendation, and availability of classes.
2. Schedule changes will be minimal due to commitments for staff employment/assignments and the ordering of textbooks and
other supplies. Therefore, parents and students should give their course selection serious consideration.
3. Student schedules will be ready for pick up by July 30th. Students and parents should check schedule for any errors or omissions.
4. Parents may schedule an appointment with the Guidance Counselor to request a change of schedule beginning the two (2) weeks
prior to opening day.
5. Students can also request schedule changes during the first two (2) weeks of school. Requests are handled at this time by taking
senior requests first, then junior, and so on through the freshman class. Again, class changes are based on graduation requirements,
level of class needed, and class availability.
Schedule changes may occur for the following reasons:
A. Graduation requirements
B. Computer error changes
C. Changes necessitated by failures
D. Physical limitations
E. Class balancing (guidance and administrative)
F. Subject-level changes (teacher recommendation)
G. Administrative recommendation (teacher/guidance)
6. Class changes at mid-term or at the end of the first semester can only be done with a teacher recommendation and the approval
of the Principal. The following standards have been developed to be used when students request a change at mid-year. A change will
be granted if:
A. The student is failing a course and it appears there is little or no chance of the student receiving credit in the course, and
the teacher recommends the student drop the course.
B. The student needs another course for graduation.
C. The student has finished the credit needed in a course and does not need the second semester for graduation.
D. The teacher recommends the student be released from the course or needs a different level of the course.
If a student or parent wishes to appeal the denial of a schedule change, he/she will need to contact the principal. The principal will
then notify the counselor of the decision. A student who changes his/her schedule is responsible for making up work missed in the
newly acquired class or subject.
Dropping an Honors or AP Course:
Students are not allowed to drop Honors or AP courses during 1st quarter. Why?
Because sometimes students panic a little in the first few weeks of school and wonder if they’re in over their head. But in most cases,
some conversation with the teacher and some time spent after school resolves the issue and the student goes on to succeed the rest of
the year.
After 1st quarter: Decisions to allow a student to drop an Honors or AP course are made on a case-by –case basis after a conference takes
place with the parent, teacher, and principal. Generally, students have been allowed to drop a course only after demonstrating that they
have made significant efforts to get help (staying after school, conferences with the teacher, etc.) and are still not capable of succeeding
in the class. When a student is allowed to change classes, the grade of the class will transfer with the student.
Bottom Line: Try your best and the school will help you! If the course is a non-elective AP course, students will not be permitted to drop
the AP class if there is no space available in another lower level course.
~15 ~Mathematics Course Selection Flow Chart
These are course suggestions only. The Class of 2022 are required to have three credits of math and must take
math all four years of high school. The Classes of 2023 and beyond are required to have four credits of math.
Math course placement at TK Stone will follow the TK Stone scheduling policy.
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Courses Available to 9th Graders:
Algebra 1
Honors Algebra 1
Honors Geometry (requires credit for Algebra 1 in Middle School)
Honors Algebra 2 (requires credit for Algebra 1 and Geometry in Middle School)
Recommended Sequences based on 9th Grade Course:
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Algebra 3*, Elementary Statistics or
College Algebra
Honors Algebra 1 Honors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 College Algebra or PreCalculus
Honors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 PreCalculus AP Calculus or Statistics (AP or Elem.)
Honors Algebra 2 AP Statistics PreCalculus AP Calculus
Course Notes:
Honors Geometry and Honors Algebra 2 can be taken during the same year for students who want to take AP
Calculus.
College Algebra cannot be taken after PreCalculus (PreCalculus contains the College Algebra content)
AP Statistics and Elementary Statistics (dual credit) are elective courses that can be taken any year following
Algebra 2.
*Note – Seniors with a Math ACT score of 18 or less must take Algebra 3 as a senior. Students with a Math
ACT score of 19 or higher may not take Algebra 3. Students enrolled in College Algebra must also have a 3.0
GPA to receive dual credit from Campbellsville University.
** AP Physics can be counted as a 4th year Math elective for seniors in the Class of 2022 who have scored a 19 or
higher on the Math section of the ACT. This option will end with the Class of 2022.
~16 ~Science Course Selection Flow Chart
NOTE: These are course suggestions only.
3 credits are required for graduation:
(1) Intro Phys w Earth/Space; (2) Biology or AP Biology (3) Chemistry, PreAP Chemistry or AP Physics
Courses Available to 9th graders:
Introductory Physics with Earth/Space Science
Courses Available to 10th graders:
Biology AP Biology AP Physics 1
Courses Available to 11th graders:
Chemistry 1 Honors Chemistry 1 AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2 Anatomy & Physiology AP Biology*
Courses Available to 12th graders:
AP Chemistry AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2
Anatomy & Physiology AP Biology*
Possible Sequences:
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Intro Phys w Earth/Space Biology Chemistry
Intro Phys w Earth/Space AP Biology Honors Chemistry Senior elective
Intro Phys w Earth/Space AP Biology AP Physics 1 Senior elective
*AP Biology can be taken on its own in the 10th grade or can be taken as an elective in 11th or 12th grade
*Honors Chemistry must be taken before AP Chemistry
Social Studies Course Selection Chart
NOTE: 3 credits are required for graduation: (1) Survey of the Social Sciences; (2) World Civilization;
(3) US History or AP US History.
9th 10th 11th 12th
Survey of the Social Sciences World Civilization US History
AP Human Geography AP World History AP US History
Law and Justice or
AP Government and Politics
~17 ~English Department Curriculum
Courses Available to 9thgraders:
English I
Honors English I
Courses Available to 10th graders:
English II
Honors English II
Courses Available to 11th graders:
English III
AP Language
Courses Available to 12th graders:
English IV
AP Literature
English 111-112
*The English department recommends that students should enroll in an Honors course before enrolling in an
AP Course.
Sample English Department Course Selection Flow Chart
9th grade 10th grade 11th grade 12th grade
English I English II English III English IV
Or
English 111/112*
English I (or Honors) English II (or Honors) AP Language AP Literature
*English 111/112 requires a 3.0 GPA
Note: Students that pass the AP English Language Exam receive credit through Campbellsville for ENG 111.
If a student that passes the AP English Language Exam signs up for ENG 111/112, they will receive English 4
credit for ENG 111 since they have already earned the credit through the AP exam. Another option would
be to take AP English Literature or a different online dual credit class in place of ENG 111. Contact your
counselor to discuss options.
~18 ~COURSES AVAILABLE TO FRESHMEN
REQUIRED
English: Science:
English I Introductory Physics with Earth/Space Science
Honors English I
Social Studies:
Math: Survey of the Social Sciences
Algebra I AP Human Geography
Honors Algebra I
Honors Geometry Health & PE
Honors Algebra II Health/PE I
ELECTIVES
**FINE ARTS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Visual Art I Digital Literacy
Concert Choir Accounting and Finance Foundations
Band Engineering I
Percussion Circuits I
Guitar The Learning Community
Music Theory
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Spanish I
Spanish II
**1 credit of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
~19 ~COURSES AVAILABLE TO SOPHOMORES
REQUIRED
English II: Science:
English II Biology
Honors English II AP Biology
Math: Social Studies:
Algebra I World Civilization
Geometry AP World History
Honors Geometry
Honors Algebra II Health & PE:
PreCalculus Health/PE I
AP Statistics
ELECTIVES
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
**FINE ARTS Engineering I
Visual Art I Engineering II
Visual Art II Circuits I
Concert Choir Digital Literacy
Band Personal Finance/Ethical Leadership
Percussion Business and Marketing Essentials
Guitar Accounting and Finance Foundations
Music Theory Multimedia Publishing
Computer Hardware & Software Maintenance
SCIENCE: Early Lifespan Development
AP Physics 1 The Learning Community
The Learner-Centered Classroom
HEALTH & PE FOREIGN LANGUAGES OTHER COURSES
PE II (individual team sports) Spanish I Yearbook Production
PE III (Intro Physical Fitness/Conditioning) Spanish II
Spanish III
*An application is required for this class
**1 credit of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
~20 ~COURSES AVAILABLE TO JUNIORS
REQUIRED
English: Science: Health & PE:
English III Chemistry Health/PE I
AP English Language Honors Chemistry
Math: AP Physics 1
Geometry
Algebra II Social Studies:
Honors Algebra II US History
College Algebra AP US History
PreCalculus
AP Calculus AB
AP Statistics
Elementary Statistics CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Engineering I
ELECTIVES Engineering II
LANGUAGE ARTS Mechanical Engineering
COMM 145/Creative Comm. Electrical Construction I
Circuits I/Circuits II
**FINE ARTS Digital Literacy
Visual Art I Computer Hardware and Software Maintenance
Visual Art II Help Desk Operations
Art Portfolio Personal Finance/Ethical Leadership
Concert Choir Office Administration
Band Business and Marketing Essentials
Advanced Band Financial Services I
Percussion Accounting and Finance Foundations
Guitar Multimedia Publishing
Music Theory Early Lifespan Development
Child Services I*
FOREIGN LANGUAGES The Learning Community
Spanish I The Learner-Centered Classroom
Spanish II
Spanish III SCIENCE
AP Spanish Language IV Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
SOCIAL STUDIES
AP Government and Politics HEALTH & PE
PE II (individual team sports)
PE III (Introduction to physical fitness and conditioning)
OTHER PE IV (Advanced physical fitness and conditioning)
Yearbook Production
Peer Tutoring*
WKU Online Dual-Credit Course*
ECTC Dual Credit Course*
*An application is required for this class
**1 credit of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
~21 ~COURSES AVAILABLE TO SENIORS
REQUIRED
English: Math: Health & PE:
English IV Algebra II AP Calculus AB Health/PE I
AP English Literature Algebra III AP Calculus BC
English 111/112 College Algebra AP Statistics
PreCalculus Elementary Statistics
ELECTIVES
LANGUAGE ARTS
COMM 145/Creative Comm CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Engineering II
**FINE ARTS Mechanical Engineering
Visual Art I Electrical Construction I
Visual Art II Circuits I/Circuits II
Art Portfolio Engineering Capstone
Concert Choir Engineering and Technology Co-Op*
Band Digital Literacy
Advanced Band Computer Hardware and Software Maintenance
Percussion Help Desk Operations
Guitar Management of Support Services
Music Theory Information Technology Co-Op*
Personal Finance/Ethical Leadership
FOREIGN LANGUAGES Office Administration
Spanish II Business and Marketing Essentials
Spanish III Financial Services I
AP Spanish Language IV Accounting and Finance Foundations
Multimedia Publishing
SCIENCE Business Education Co-Op*
AP Chemistry Early Lifespan Development
AP Physics I Child Services I*
Anatomy & Physiology Child Services II*
AP Biology Principles of Teaching*
Early Childhood Education Co-Op*
SOCIAL STUDIES The Learning Community
AP Government and Politics The Learner-Centered Classroom
HEALTH & PE
OTHER PE II (individual team sports)
Yearbook Production PE III (Introduction to physical fitness and conditioning)
Peer Tutoring* PE IV (Advanced physical fitness and conditioning)
WKU Online Dual Credit Course*
ECTC Dual Credit Course*
Teacher Aide/Peer Mentor*
*An application is required for this class.
**1 credit of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
~22 ~270602 – Elementary Statistics
Dual Credit Course Offerings
Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit
Offered at Elizabethtown High School This course focuses on the conceptual categories: Statistics &
At EHS, students can earn dual credit through Campbellsville Probability and Modeling to address such concepts as theoretical
University, Western Kentucky University, or Elizabethtown and experimental probability, independent and conditional
Community and Technical College. The prerequisites for these probability using them to interpret data, rules of probability to
courses are set by the university. Each course will have a fee (set at compute probabilities of compound events in a uniform probability
$58 per credit hour in 2019/20) and some courses will have model, calculations of expected values, analysis of decisions and
additional fees for textbooks or online materials. strategies using probability concepts, binomial distributions, normal
distributions, displaying and describing distributions of data,
Scholarships: There are 2 scholarships to help with the tuition of collecting data, measures of central tendency and spread and
dual credit courses. methods of inferential statistics. Technology should be an integral
Dual Credit Scholarship – this scholarship can be used for any dual part of this course to generate plots, regressions functions and
credit class in a student’s junior or senior year. Students are limited correlation coefficients and to simulate possible outcomes relatively
to 2 Dual Credit Scholarships. quickly based on a given situation.
Work Ready Scholarship – this scholarship can be used for courses in Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Career and Technical Pathways during any year of high school.
Students are limited to 2 Work Ready Scholarships per year.
Western Kentucky University:
The following classes are available for dual credit through Western
Campbellsville University: Kentucky University. Students must have an unweighted GPA of 2.5
The following classes are available for dual credit through to be eligible to take these courses.
Campbellsville University. Students must have a weighted GPA of
3.0 to be eligible to take these courses for dual credit. 231011DC – COMM 145 – Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit
230116DC - Dual Credit English 111/112 Fundamentals of Public Speaking and Communication is designed to
Grade level: 12 increase your understanding of the principles and processes of
communicating effectively in a variety of contexts and to facilitate
Eng 111: A course in writing as a recursive process involving the development of your skills in public communication, listening, group
discovery and communication of meaning—The students write, communication, and interpersonal communication. This is done
revise, and edit texts with the aim of communicating with various through a combination of speaking, listening, writing, and reading
audiences of readers. Students whose final grade is lower than ‘C’ assignments. Specifically, you will outline, develop, and deliver
will not be able to continue to ENG 112. extemporaneous speeches that incorporate relevant sources and
Credit: 1 unit for the fall semester and 3 college credit hours (check that are appropriate and effective for the audience, purpose, and
with college) context. The assignments are designed to develop your
understanding and skills progressively throughout the semester.
Eng 112: A course in argumentative and persuasive writing and When you leave the course, you should be sufficiently armed with a
academic discourse. Students practice rhetorical strategies and basic understanding of public speaking and an awareness of other
scholarly methods as they perform assigned research and writing important communication skills and concepts so that you can
projects. continue to develop effective communication behaviors throughout
Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 111 your life in a variety of contexts
Credit: 1 unit for the spring semester and 3 college credit hours Recommended: Students should have an A or B in English and a
(check with college) strong work ethic.
Note: A college textbook is required for this class. See instructor for
270320 - College Algebra details
Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit Credit: 1 unit for the spring semester and 3 college credit hours
A mathematics course that follows Algebra 2. Topics can include: (check with college)
solve applied (in context) problems using various types of equations
(linear, quadratic, exponential, trigonometric, logarithmic and power This course is paired with Creative Communications.
functions piece-wise), read and analyze real-life problems using
mathematical modeling, graph and interpret data represented by 231011 Creative Communications
linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic and power functions, use Grade level: 11-12 ½ credit
numerical and graphical data to make reasonable and valid This course offers students who plan to take Public Speaking in the
conclusions, solve applied problems that can be modeled with spring the opportunity to overcome public speaking anxiety through
equations and inequalities involving absolute value, solve systems of safe and enjoyable activities. Students will learn about the basics of
linear equations using several techniques, and solve applied all communication and demonstrate their knowledge through
problems that can be modeled with exponential and logarithmic various artistic displays and/or presentations.
equations. This course requires the purchase of an online textbook Note: A college textbook is required for this class. See instructor for
to complete online homework and enrollment in Campbellsville details
University.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
~23 ~304521H - Honors Chemistry I 060111 - Business and Marketing Essentials
Grade level: 11 1 credit Grade levels: 10-12 1 credit
Chemistry is a course designed to acquaint the college-bound student This course emphasizes the skills needed for managing a business
with theoretical and mathematical aspects of physical science. Topics that involves the selection and supervision of employees including
discussed will be measurement, matter, energy, atomic theory, periodic efficient use of time, personnel, facilities, and financial resources.
trends, periodic table, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and Students will explore forms of business ownership; typical business
acids/bases, and gas laws. Labs will be conducted to further enhance organizational structure; product or service promotion in business;
topics. effective communications; human relations skills required in dealing
Lab Fee: $15 (Fees are non refundable) with employees; and effective management strategies used in
Recommended: An A or B in Biology and an A or B in Algebra 1 personnel, finance, production, marketing, and information
processing. Students will apply business management concepts
WKU Online Dual-Credit Courses using a virtual business management computer simulation. This
Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit course is one of two critical courses for becoming Career Ready in
Students may apply to take an online dual credit course through WKU. Administrative Support or Management and Entrepreneurship.
Each course lasts one semester. Applications are in the guidance office, Enrollment: This course is available as a dual credit course as BAS
and students must be approved by administration. For the fall 160 (Introduction to Business) through Elizabethtown Community
semester, applications are due May 1st. Courses offered through and Technical College.
WKU Dual Credit are “real” college classes. Students taking dual 210221 – Engineering I
credit courses are registered and enrolled at WKU as a “non-degree (formerly Introduction to Engineering Design (IED))
seeking student prior to high school graduation.” The grades earned Grade levels: 9-11 1 credit
in dual credit courses are the first college grades a student will This course applies the skills, concepts, and principles of
receive. Whether they decide to attend WKU or another institution engineering. Students explore various technological systems and
after high school, grades earned in dual credit courses will be a engineering processes in related career fields. Topics include
permanent part of student’s academic record. investigating technological systems, design optimization, and
problem solving. Students utilize CAD (computer-aided design) and
Courses available in previous semesters included: Art Appreciation, physical and virtual modeling concepts to construct, test, collect,
Intro to Chemistry, Fundamentals of Public Speaking and and report data. Students have the opportunity to become a
Communication, Intro to Criminal Justice, Intro to Programming, Certified Autodesk Fusion360 User.
Introduction to Economics, Intro to College Writing, Health Data Enrollment: This course is available as a dual credit course as PLW
Cont & Struct, Medical Terminology, World History II, General Math, 100 through Elizabethtown Community and Technical College.
American National Government, Introduction to Psychology, Computer Lab Fee: $10 (fees are non-refundable)
Introduction to Recreation, World Religions, and Introductory
Sociology. 210222 – Engineering II
Credit: 1 unit per course and college credit through WKU (formerly Principles of Engineering (POE))
Course Fee: Tuition, books, and material will be the responsibility of Grade levels: 10-12 1 credit
the student to provide. Tuition in 20/21 was $58 per credit hour. A project and research based course that extends the learning
Tuition scholarships may be available. experiences where students focus on mechanical, electrical, fluid
Prerequisite: Student must submit application. and thermal systems allowing in depth exploration in selected
disciplines of engineering areas such as manufacturing,
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College power/energy/transportation, robotics, hydraulics,
The following classes are available for dual credit through ECTC. electricity/electronics, communications, construction systems,
Students must have an unweighted GPA of 2.8 to be eligible to take alternative energy, computer-aided design, and problem solving.
a general education course or a 2.0 for a CTE course for dual credit. Enrollment: This course is available as a dual credit course as PLW
125 through Elizabethtown Community and Technical College.
060112 - Digital Literacy Computer Lab Fee: $10 (fees are non-refundable)
Grade levels: 9-12 1 credit
Students will use computer and application software including word 210118 – Mechanical Engineering
processing, presentations, database, spreadsheets, internet, and (formerly Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM))
email to prepare documents and reports. The impact of computers Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit
on society and ethical issues are presented. Through simulation This course includes activities and real-world projects with state-of-
software, students will learn how to utilize the Microsoft Office the-art equipment and trainers. Students explore and study an
suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook), to prepare for introduction to engineering, engineering design problem solving,
the Microsoft Office Specialist Level 1 Certification exam. and engineering graphics with a 3-D parametric modeling software.
Enrollment: This course is available as a dual credit course as OST Students prototype a part design and prepare the manufacturing
105 through Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. OST process using a 3-D printer, computer numeric control (CNC) Vertical
105 meets the required digital literacy component for all diploma Mill, computer numeric control (CNC) turning center, a material
and degree programs at ECTC. handling robot and/or plastic molding machine.
Industry Certification Option: All students will prepare for Enrollment: This course is available as a dual credit course as PLW
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification exams. Students who 250 through Elizabethtown Community and Technical College.
pass 3 MOS exams will be given the opportunity to study for MOS Prerequisite: Engineering II
expert level exams. Computer Lab Fee: $10 (fees are non-refundable)
Computer Lab Fee: $10 (fees are non-refundable)
~24 ~ECTC Dual-Credit Courses (on-campus & online)
Panther College
Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit
Students have the opportunity to enroll and take courses at ECTC
during their junior or senior year. Students must apply for this
opportunity in the guidance office, and students must be approved
by administration. For the fall semester, applications are due May
1st. Students must provide their own transportation and are
responsible for all costs, including registration, tuition, and book
expenses. See SBDM Policy 10.03 for specifics of this program.
Panther College: Students that take 4 or more on-campus courses
will be part of “Panther College” and will not be required to report
to EHS. Students are required to take at least 3 classes on-campus.
Only one online class is allowed.
Credit: 1 unit per course and college credit through ECTC
Course Fee: Tuition, books, and material will be the responsibility
of the student to provide. Tuition in 20/21 was $72 per credit hour.
Tuition scholarships may be available.
Prerequisite: Student must submit application.
~25 ~ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
230107 - English I 230166AP - AP English Language and Composition
Grade level: 9 1 credit Grade level: 11 1 credit
This course is designed to present a wide range of reading The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an
experiences with print and non-print materials that have literary, introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which
informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also requires students to develop evidence-based analytic and
requires students to use the writing process and criteria for effective argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts.
writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their
and for multiple audiences and purposes. Students use writing-to- arguments. Throughout the course, students develop a personal
learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to make sense style by making appropriate grammatical choices. Additionally,
of their reading and thinking experiences. Speaking, listening, and students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects
observing skills are used to communicate information for a variety of in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from
authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to integrate many disciplines and historical periods. College credit is earned with
inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. a qualifying score on an AP exam.
Recommended: An A or B in Honors English II or an A in English II
230107H - Honors English I 230116 - English IV
Grade level: 9 1 credit Grade level: 12 1 credit
This course follows the same Kentucky Academic Standards as English I. This course is designed to present a wide range of reading
This course is an on-grade level, academically advanced course experiences with print and non-print materials that have literary,
designed to challenge motivated students. This course may operate at informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also
an accelerated pace with additional personal responsibility in requires students to use the writing process and criteria for effective
preparation for Advanced Placement courses. writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms
Recommended: An A or B in 8th grade Honors English or an A in regular and for multiple audiences and purposes. Students use writing-to-
English learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to make
sense of their reading and thinking experiences. Speaking, listening,
230110 – English II and observing skills are used to communicate information for a
Grade level: 10 1 credit variety of authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to
This course is designed to present a wide range of reading integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. Course
experiences with print and non-print materials that have literary, adheres to Kentucky Academic Standards
informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also
requires students to use the writing process and criteria for effective 230167AP - AP English Literature and Composition
writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms Grade level: 12 1 credit
and for multiple audiences and purposes. Students use writing-to- The AP English Literature and Composition course aligns to an
learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to make introductory college-level literary analysis course. The course
sense of their reading and thinking experiences. Speaking, listening, engages students in the close reading and critical analysis of
and observing skills are used to communicate information for a imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways
variety of authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they
integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as
well as its use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone.
230110H – Honors English II Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and
Grade level: 10 1 credit argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret
This course follows the same Kentucky Academic Standards as English literary works. College credit is earned with a qualifying score on an
II. This course is an on-grade level, academically advanced course AP exam.
designed to challenge motivated students. This course may operate at Recommended: An A or B in AP English Language or an A in English
an accelerated pace with additional personal responsibility in III.
preparation for Advanced Placement courses.
Recommended: An A or B in Honors English I or an A in English I 230116DC - Dual Credit English 111/112
Grade level: 12
230113 - English III See the Dual Credit Section on page 23.
Grade level: 11 1 credit
This course is designed to present a wide range of reading
experiences with print and non-print materials that have literary, 231011DC – COMM 145 – Fundamentals of Public Speaking
informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also Grade levels: 11-12 1 credit
requires students to use the writing process and criteria for See the Dual Credit Section on page 23.
effective writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of
forms and for multiple audiences and purposes. Students use
writing-to-learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to
make sense of their reading and thinking experiences. Speaking,
listening, and observing skills are used to communicate information
for a variety of authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to
integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. Course
adheres to Kentucky Academic Standards requirements.
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