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MIAMISBURG HIGH SCHOOL
2021-2022
PROGRAM OF STUDIES
Go Vikings!
Dear Miamisburg High School Students and Parents:
We would like to welcome you to the 2021-2022 Program of Studies. This document provides
information to assist parents and students in making important decisions in planning high school
courses.
Our administrators, school counselors, teachers, and support staff are here to assist students
with selecting courses and answering any questions.
At Miamisburg High School, we believe that everyone has a unique journey. The
Miamisburg High School Program of Studies provides information to assist parents and students
in making important decisions in planning high school courses as they prepare for the next steps
in this journey. Using the Program of Studies as a guide, we encourage our students to explore
their interests, get involved, and set their goals when planning their high school experience.
At Miamisburg High School, we believe that everyone has potential. Decisions students
make throughout high school play a crucial role in their options for college and career choices
after graduation. Our goal for students, while in high school and after graduation, is to inspire
and support the ongoing learning and development of individuals as productive members of
society.
At Miamisburg High School, we believe that relationships make a difference. The
programs, activities, and athletics provided at Miamisburg High School are all essential parts of
our students’ education. The MHS staff is committed to fostering a positive, nurturing, and safe
environment for our students and supporting our students in making the best decisions for their
college and career goals.
Mission Statement
The Miamisburg City School District will foster a positive, nurturing, and safe environment to
inspire and support ongoing learning and the development of individuals as productive members
of society.
iiCONTENTS
Page 1 - Contact Information
Page 2 - College & Career Planning
Page 10 - Preparing for Graduation
Page 11 - General Information
Page 17 - Advanced Placement Studies
Page 20 - College Credit Plus
Page 22 - Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Pages 23-48 - Course Descriptions
23 - Practical & Fine Art
25 - Business
28 - English Language Arts
31 - Family & Consumer Sciences
32 - Math
35 - Music
37 - Physical Education & Health
38 - Science
41 - Social Studies
44 – Work & Service Opportunities
45 - World Languages
Page 47 - Career Tech Prep Programs
Page 49 – Course Offerings
iiiCONTACT INFORMATION
Administration
High School Principal - Michael Black mblack@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Assistant Principal - Adam Frank (A-K) afrank@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Assistant Principal - Teresa Greenlee (L-Z) tgreenlee@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Supervisor of Alternative Programming - Robert Neubauer rneubauer@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Main Office Secretary - Angela Kerwin akerwin@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
School Accounts Secretary - Sue Shock sshock@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Athletics
Athletic Director – Jason Osborne josborne@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Athletic Director Secretary – Reva Pittman rpittman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Attendance Office
Lead Teacher / Dean of Students - Tim Townsend ttownsend@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Attendance Secretary - April Harvell aharvell@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Counseling Services
School Counselor - Susan Stromp (A-D) sstromp@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
School Counselor - Sheanna Kurtz (E-K) smkurtz@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
School Counselor - Zachary Myers (L-R) zmyers@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
School Counselor - Melissa Risner (S-Z) mrisner@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Counseling Office Secretary - Barbara Hoffman bhoffman@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Counseling Office Secretary - Gena Orwick gorwick@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
School Psychologist – Jason Kibby jkibby@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Miamisburg High School
1860 Belvo Road, Miamisburg, Ohio 45342
(937) 866-0771
1COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING
If you can answer yes to two or more of the questions listed for each of the following career paths, you
might be interested in considering that as a career.
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Business and Administration
- Do you enjoy working with other people?
- Are you good at working with numbers?
- Do you like to plan and organize activities?
- Have you started your own business?
- Are you an officer of an organization?
Business, management, and administrative workers give the support needed to make a business run.
Occupations:
Administrative Services Court Reporter Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk
Manager Data Entry Property and Real Estate
Advertising Manager Employment Recruiter Manager
Billing Clerk Executive Secretary Receptionist
Bookkeeping and Accounting File Clerk Secretary
Clerk Human Resources Manager Statistician
Business Executive Mail Clerk
Computer Operator Office Manager
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Construction Technology
- Do you often observe and note the building around you?
- Do you like to work with your hands?
- Can you visualize objects and projects in your mind?
- Do you like to create models or make designs?
- Do you like to work with tools, objects, and numbers?
Architecture and construction workers work on buildings and other structures. This includes highways,
bridges, houses and buildings. You might create designs or plans for new structures or you might use the
plans to build or manage the workers on the project.
Occupations:
Architect Floor and Carpet Installer Landscape Architect
Cabinetmaker General Construction Worker Painter
Carpenter Heating and Cooling System Plumber
Cement Mason Mechanic Roofer
Construction Manager Highways Maintenance Sheet Metal Worker
Drafter Worker Surveyor
Drywall Installer Interior Designer
Electrician Janitor
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Education and Technology
- Are you patient?
- Do you enjoy being around people?
- Have you coached sports activities?
- Do you like to speak in front of groups?
- Are you outgoing?
- Would you like to get paid to help others learn new things?
Education and training workers guide and train people. As a teacher, you could influence young lives. You
could also support the work of a classroom teacher as a counselor, librarian, or principal. You could coach
sports activities or lead community classes.
Occupations:
Adult and Vocational Fitness Trainer Special Education Teacher
Education Teacher High School Teacher Speech Pathologist and
Coach Librarian Audiologist
College and University Middle School Teacher Teacher Aide
Administrator Preschool and Kindergarten University and College
Elementary School Teacher Teacher Teacher
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Engineering, Science and Math
- Do you enjoy solving problems?
- Do you prepare projects for science fairs?
- Do you enjoy reading science magazines?
- Are you detail-oriented?
- Do you want to know how things work?
Science, technology, engineering and math workers do scientific research in laboratories or the field. Some
will plan or design products and systems while others may support scientists, mathematicians, or engineers
as they do their work.
Occupations:
Aerospace Engineer Electrical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
Anthropologist Energy Engineer Marine Biologist
Archeologist Engineering Technician Mathematician
Astronaut Environmental Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Biologist Environmental Scientist Meteorologist
Biomedical Engineer Geographer Nuclear Engineer
Chemist Geologist Physicist
Civil Engineer Industrial Engineer
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Finance
- Are you the treasurer of a club or organization?
- Do you enjoy working with numbers?
- Are you good at math and like to work with numbers
- Are you interested in the stock market?
- Are you comfortable following detailed plans for work?
In the finance field, you would keep track of money, provide financial services to a business or individual,
maintain records or give advice to business executives. You could work in financial planning, banking, or
insurance.
Occupations:
Accountant Budget Analyst Insurance Underwriter
Auditor Credit Analyst Loan Clerk
Actuary Credit Checker Loan Officer
Appraiser Economist Securities Salesperson
Bank Teller Financial Analyst Tax Preparer
Bill Collector Insurance Adjustor Title Examiner
Brokerage Clerk Insurance Agent
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Fine Arts & Music
- Are you creative and innovative?
- Do you have artistic ability?
- Do you have musical ability?
- Do you have the ability to work quickly and skillfully with your hands?
- Do you enjoy working creatively with a variety of media?
- Do you have the ability to work creatively with large groups of people?
Interest in the fine arts can be a lifelong hobby or a rewarding career. Artists work independently and in
teams to create new and interesting things. A career as an artist may mean: creating or promoting art,
preserving artifacts, product development, teaching, digital formatting or working in the entertainment
industry. The Fine Arts Pathway offers the opportunity to pursue a life of creativity.
Occupations:
Animator Film Maker Radio/Television Producer
Art & Music Educator Graphic Designer Set Designer
Art Therapist Illustrator Sound Recording Engineer
Choreographer/Dancer Interior Design/Decorator Special Effects Makeup/Designer
Commercial/Industrial Designer Music Composer/Arranger Tattoo Artist
Creative Director Musician/Singer
Fashion Designer Photographer
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Government and Public Administration
- Have you served as an officer of a club or organization?
- Do you like to plan and organize activities?
- Are you interested in politics?
- Would you like to work in another country?
- Are rules and laws important to you?
Government and public administration workers help pass and enforce the law. You could work in national,
state, or local government. You will find almost every type of occupation within government. You could
inspect new or remodeled buildings, help people file paperwork for a marriage certificate or create
proposals for urban development.
Occupations:
Compliance Officer and Recruiter Social and Community Service
Inspector Interpreter and Translator Manager
Construction and Building License Clerk Tax Examiner
Inspector Mail Carrier Transportation Inspector
Foreign Service Officer Meter Reader Urban and Regional Planning
Government Benefit Postal Clerk Lawyer
Interviewer Postmaster Representative
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Health Science
- Do you enjoy science class?
- Do you enjoy helping people?
- Do you follow instructions exactly?
- Can you work fast in an emergency?
- Do you take good notes in class?
Health science workers promote health and wellness, diagnose and treat injuries and disease. You could
work directly with people, in a lab doing research, or provide administration support by keeping medical
records.
Occupations:
Anesthesiologist General Practitioner Optometrist
Athletic Trainer Gynecologist Pediatrician
Chiropractor Health Services Administrator Pharmacist
Dental Hygienist Home Health Aide Phlebotomist
Dentist Massage Therapist Physical Therapist
Dermatologist Medical Assistant Physician Assistant
Dietician Medical Lab Tech Radiologist
Emergency Medical Nurse Anesthetist Surgeon
Technician Nurse PR actioner
Exercise Physiologist Nurse (RN & LPN)
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Hospitality and Tourism
- Would you like to get paid to help people have fun?
- Do you enjoy travel?
- Have you worked in a restaurant?
- Do you like to plan family recreational activities?
- Do you like to cook?
Hospitality and tourism workers help people enjoy vacations and entertainment activities. You might work
in a restaurant, resort, sports arena, theme park, museum or hotel.
Occupations:
Baggage Porter and Bellhop Food Preparation Worker Restaurant Host
Barista Hotel and Motel Manager Restaurant Manager
Caterer Janitor and Housekeeper Tour Guide
Chef Supervisor Travel Agent
Concierge Recreation Attendant Waiter and Waitress
Counter Attendant Recreation Worker Wedding Planner
Fast Food Cook Reservation and Ticket Agent
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Human Services
- Do you help friends with their personal problems?
- Are you a good listener?
- Do you care about people and want to help in some way?
- Have you cared for children or done babysitting?
- Do you like to help friends and family members look their best?
Human service workers help individuals and families meet their personal needs. You might work in a
government office, hospital, nonprofit agency, nursing home, spa, hotel or school.
Occupations:
Addictions Counselor Funeral Attendant Psychologist
Barber Funeral Director Rehabilitation Counselor
Child Care Worker Genetic Counselor School Counselor
Clergy Cosmetologist School Psychologist
Customer Service Manicurist Social Worker
Representative Marriage and Family Therapist Tattoo Artist
Embalmer Mental Health Counselor
Financial Counselor Professional Organizer
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Information Technology
- Do you enjoy working with computers?
- Have you created you own webpage?
- Is mathematics a favorite subject?
- Are you organized and able to focus on details?
- Do you learn new computer programs quickly?
Information technology is an area that is growing and always changing with new technology and
developments. Employees in IT work with computer hardware, software, multimedia, and network systems.
You might design computer games, ensure technology is working properly, or manage a network.
You would have the opportunity to work in all types of businesses and environments.
Occupations:
Computer and Information Computer Support Specialists Database Administrator
Systems Manager Computer System Web Developer
Computer Engineer Administrator Game Designer
Computer Security Specialist Computer Systems Analyst
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Law and Public Safety
- Are you able to work under pressure?
- Can you work with various kinds of people?
- Do you like to help people?
- Can you work in the face of danger?
- Are you good at winning arguments?
Law, public safety, corrections and security workers are found in a variety of settings. You guard the public
by enforcing the law or keeping people safe.
Occupations:
Ambulance Driver Fire Inspector Police Officer
Animal Control Worker Forensic Scientist Private Detective
Bailiff Judge Probation Officer
Border Patrol Agent Lawyer Secret Service
Clerk of Court Legal Secretary Security Guard
Coroner Life Guard Sheriff
Corrections Officer Mediator Transportation Agent
Detective Paralegal
Fire Fighter Parking Enforcement
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Manufacturing Technologies
- Are you good with working with your hands?
- Can you explain to others how a machine works?
- Do you set up and repair equipment for yourself and others?
- Do you enjoy reading about new technology and electronics?
- Can you visualize how a machine works?
You can choose one of several options. You might design a new product or determine how the product will
be made. Another is to install and repair products.
Occupations:
Chemical Engineer Machinist Tool and Die Maker
Chemical Plant Operator Packer and Packager Welder
Forklift Operator Power Plant Operator Wind Turbine Technician
Geothermal Technician Quality Control Inspector Woodworking Machine
Home Electronic Repair Safety Engineer Operator
Hydroelectric Repair Security/Fire Alarm Installer
Locksmith Tailor
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Marketing, Sales, and Service
- Can you be persuasive?
- Do you like to do public speaking or debating?
- Are you good at organizing your time?
- Have you helped convince people to participate in an activity?
- Are you friendly and outgoing?
Marketing, sales and service workers help businesses sell products. You might advertise and promote
products so customers want to buy them or you might sell products to customers.
Occupations:
Advertising Marketing Manager Purchasing
Cashier Merchandise Display Real Estate Agent
Counter and Rental Clerk Model Retail Sales
Customer Service Optician Sales Manager
Floral Designer Parts Sales Telemarketer
Market Research Analyst Public Relation
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Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
- Do you have good eyesight and quick reflexes?
- Can you drive a truck or a tractor?
- Have you always been fascinated by vehicles?
- Do you repair vehicles?
- Do you like to read automotive or mechanical magazines?
Transportation, distribution and logistics workers move people and products by road, air, rail and water.
You might work as a driver, pilot, engineer, captain, or repair person.
Occupations:
Air Traffic Controller Dispatcher Motorcycle Mechanic
Aircraft Mechanic Flight Attendant Parking Lot Attendant
Airplane Pilot Freight Handler Ship Engineer
Auto Body Repair Heavy Equipment Mechanic Taxi Driver or Chauffeur
Bus and Truck Mechanic Heavy Truck Driver Train Conductor
Bus Driver Locomotive Engineer Transportation Agent
Deckhand Boat Mechanic Vehicle Cleaner
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9PREPARING FOR GRADUATION
REQUIRED CREDITS FOR GRADUATION
To earn a diploma, a student must successfully complete required credits * (see chart below), meet state
testing requirements, and meet the following specific requirements. In addition to the state minimum
requirements for graduation, Miamisburg City Schools requires additional credits to graduate. The counselors
will help plan for meeting this criteria. NOTE: It is the responsibility of each student to know how many credits
he/she has earned and which ones are needed for graduation.
SUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 4 credits
MATHEMATICS (Taken in grades 9-12; Must include 1 credit of Algebra II or the
equivalent of Algebra II) 4 credits
SCIENCE (Must include 1 credit of Physical Science, 1 credit of Life Science, and
1 credit of Advanced Study) 3 credits
SOCIAL STUDIES (Must include 1 credit of Social Studies 9 (World History), 1
credit of U.S. History, 1/2 credit of Government and 1/2 credit of Social Studies
elective) 3 credits
HEALTH 1/2 credit
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Maximum of 1 credit toward graduation is allowed in
Physical Education) 1/2 credit
FINE ARTS 1 credit
COMPUTERS (Computer Applications is recommended) 1/2 credit
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES 1/2 credit
ELECTIVES (Must include 1 credit in Business, Technology or World Language) 5 credits
22 TOTAL CREDITS
REQUIRED
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students will take Ohio State Tests known as End of Course Exams (EOCE) in required courses and/or
Advanced Placement exams for required courses. Students must meet the graduation requirements set forth
by the Ohio Department of Education. More about these requirements can be found at the ODE website
education.ohio.gov or on Miamisburg City School’s website http://www.miamisburgcityschools.org
10GENERAL INFORMATION
HONORING OUR GRADUATES
Miamisburg High School believes that everyone has a unique journey. We want to ensure that we are
creating an environment that supports our students on their journey and helps them in making decisions to
meet their career goals. Graduation is an important part of this process and it provides an opportunity to
honor our students for their hard work and commitment.
As we work with colleges, they are more interested in the rigor of courses taken, time spent on extra-
curriculars and community service, letters of recommendation, essays, leadership skills, and test scores
rather than if a student was selected as valedictorian or salutatorian in a graduating class. Beginning with
the graduating class of 2022, we are moving to a recognition system eliminating valedictorian and
salutatorian honors.
We will recognize students using the Latin honors system that colleges use. Students who have a weighted
GPA of 3.7-3.99 will receive Cum Laude recognition. An earned weighted GPA of 4.0-4.19 will allow
students to be honored for Magna Cum Laude and students who reach a weighted GPA of 4.2 or greater
will receive the highest praise of Summa Cum Laude.
By making this change, students will be in control of their own recognition and it will not be based on how
other students perform. This will eliminate the competition against peers in order to receive valedictorian
and salutatorian honors. By using the Latin honors system, we can recognize the success of all our top
achieving students. They will also have more opportunities to pursue learning opportunities that align to
future goals and interests rather than choosing a course that is going to move them closer to receiving
valedictorian or salutatorian honors. This change coordinates with an ongoing effort that Miamisburg City
Schools is making to reduce student anxiety and stress which will improve students’ overall mental
wellness.
DIPLOMA WITH HONORS
High School students can gain state recognition for exceeding Ohio’s graduation requirements through an
honors diploma. Students can challenge themselves by taking and succeeding at high-level coursework and
in real-world experiences. Ohio students have the opportunity to pursue one of six honors diplomas:
1. Academic Honors Diploma
2. International Baccalaureate Honors Diploma
3. Career Tech Honors Diploma
4. STEM Honors Diploma
5. Arts Honors Diploma (includes dance, drama/theater, music and visual art)
6. Social Science and Civic Engagement Honors Diploma
Students must meet the criteria to earn an honors diploma. Diploma with honors will be determined after
seven semesters.
11A student pursuing an Academic Honors Diploma must meet seven of the following eight criteria:
1. Earn four credits of English
2. Earn four credits of mathematics including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or the equivalent, and
another higher level course
3. Earn four credits of science which will include two units of advanced science
4. Earn four credits of social studies
5. Earn three credits of one world language or two credits each of two world languages
6. Earn one credit of fine arts
7. Maintain a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
8. Obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT or 1280 on the SAT
For more information on the Academic Honors Diploma or the other possible honors diplomas, see your
counselor or access information at
https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Ohio-s-Graduation-Requirements/Honors-Diplomas
HONOR ROLL REQUIREMENTS
At the conclusion of each nine week grading period a computer calculation of grade point averages is
compiled. The qualification for each honor roll is as follows:
A Honor Roll: 3.5 and above
B Honor Roll: 3.00–3.49
GRADES AND GRADING
It is the responsibility of every teacher to assign a nine-week grade for each student in his/her class. It is the
responsibility of the student to be aware of his/her progress in the class and the approximate grade. Constant
communication between teacher and student is important. The following guidelines are intended to help
maintain consistency:
1. Letter grades are used in reporting grades to students/parents.
A---Excellent
B---Above Average
C---Average
D---Below Average
F---Failing
I----Incomplete all work not in because of extended illness, etc.
P---Pass minimum expectations have been met.
122. All teachers use a grading system that focuses on academic achievement. The following percentages
are assigned to Achievement Grades (demonstrating mastery) and Practice Grades (learning content
and skills) based on level of course.
Type/Level of Course Achievement/Practice
General Courses 60/40
College Prep Courses 70/30
Honors Courses 75/25
Advanced Placement Courses 80/20
Entry Level Electives (gr. 9–12) 60/40
Upperclassman Electives (gr. 10–12) 70/30
Prerequisite/Sequenced Electives 70/30
Tech Prep—1st year 70/30
Tech Prep—2nd year 75/25
3. Grading periods are nine weeks in length. Grade cards are printed and mailed home at the end of
the first semester and at the conclusion of the school year only. Students and parents may monitor
up-to-date student achievement online, using the Grade Book/Progress Book Suite link. Follow the
Grade Book link found on the Miamisburg City Schools webpage at:
http://www.miamisburgcityschools.org
WEIGHTED GRADES
We use a weighted grading system to award additional numeric value for honors and advanced placement
classes:
Regular Class:
Earned grade of A 4 points
Weighted Honors Class:
Earned grade of A 4.4 points (factor of 1.1)
Advanced Placement Class:
Earned grade of A 4.8 points (factor of 1.2)
These points establish the student’s GPA (Grade Point Average). We will use the GPA to determine the
academic accomplishments and category within the Cum Laude system of student recognition. The Cum
Laude system will be used to honor graduates.
Students who have a weighted GPA of 3.7-3.99 will receive Cum Laude recognition. An earned weighted
GPA of 4.0-4.19 will allow students to be honored for Magna Cum Laude and students who reach a weighted
GPA of 4.2 or greater will receive the highest praise of Summa Cum Laude.
13COMPUTING GRADES
Final course grades reflect student achievement. Teachers will outline their expectations for grading for their
course. GPA and class rank are calculated at the end of each semester.
Regular Honors AP
Percent Letter Grade Grades 9-12 Grades 9-12 Grades 9-12
92–100 A 4.00 4.40 4.80
90–91 A- 3.80 4.18 4.56
88–89 B+ 3.20 3.52 3.84
82–87 B 3.00 3.30 3.60
80–81 B- 2.80 3.08 3.36
78–79 C+ 2.20 2.42 2.64
72–77 C 2.00 2.20 2.40
70–71 C- 1.80 1.98 2.16
68–69 D+ 1.20 1.32 1.44
62–67 D 1.00 1.10 1.20
60–61 D- 0.80 0.88 0.96
0–59 F 0.00 0.00 0.00
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding
high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have
demonstrated excellence in the areas of: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. The Miamisburg
Chapter of National Honor Society strives to uphold these four principles in accordance with the National
Organization. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its
beginning in 1921.
Application Requirements:
* Scholarship: Cumulative GPA after sophomore year must be 3.75 or above
* Character: Must have at least a score of 3.5 out of 4 on MHS teacher ratings
* Leadership: Must show leadership in community and school
* Service: Must have at least 30 documented hours of service from freshman year until time of
application. Minimum of 10 hours of service must be from school and a minimum of 10 hours of
service from the community.
Additional requirements include:
* One letter of recommendation from a community member
* An essay explaining your demonstration of leadership and service
14FLEXIBLE CREDIT PLAN
Miamisburg High School offers a special “flexible” plan for students to earn credits for graduation. There are
three possible options of the Flex Credit program:
Flex Mastery - Students may use the program to ‘test out’ of a class not previously taken.
Flex Educational Options - students may work with high school staff and/or other online and college
educators to plan advanced course work.
Flex Recovery - Students may use the program to make up classes they have not passed. Students will be
required to complete an application and develop a plan for a flexible credit option in conjunction with the help
of their parents, counselor and teachers. Students will have to spell out specifics for the option, course(s),
credit(s), method(s) and timeline in their plan. Students will submit the Credit Flexibility Plan to a committee
for review.
Correspondence Courses: Credit for correspondence school courses may be applied toward
graduation, provided: that prior authorization to enroll in correspondence courses has been given by
the high school counselor or principal, or by a school official designated by the Superintendent of
schools. Tuition and fees are the responsibility of the student/parent.
Online Education: Requires application and approval by Flex Credit Committee.
Summer School: Application in May (Recovery credit only).
Credit Flexibility: Requires request form and an approved plan for demonstration of proficiency/mastery
of course content. Flexible credit forms must be submitted to the high school counselor by designated
deadlines.
Physical Education Flex Credit: The flex credit policy allows a student who participates in a regular,
structured physical activity to flex credit 1/4 credit of Physical Education. To flex 1/4 credit, the student
must participate in 60 hours of activity during the specified semester, and complete written
assignments. Students must also attend a session scheduled during the semester to complete the
required assessments associated with the 1/4 credit. An application should be submitted to the
Counseling Office prior to the beginning of the semester of the activity.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER
The district recognizes that an effective educational program is one that provides opportunities for students
to customize aspects of their learning around their respective needs and interests. The Physical Education
Waiver allows students to increase their learning by allowing access to more resources, customization
around individual student needs and the use of multiple measures of learning.
In accordance with State law, the Physical Education Waiver allows the district to excuse students who have
participated in two years or two seasons of interscholastic athletic competition, marching band, or
cheerleading from their 1/2 credit physical education requirement. If the physical education graduation
requirement is waived, students must take a 1/2 credit course to meet the graduation requirements.
Students utilizing a PE waiver will receive no credit and no grade for Physical Education. Participation in only
one full season cannot be combined with 0.25 credits of PE to meet the PE requirement for graduation.
Should a student become injured or not complete the season for ANY reason he/she must find an alternate
way to satisfy his/her PE requirement.
Students must indicate their desire to waive Physical Education on their course selection sheet during
scheduling time
15NCAA ELIGIBILITY
The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Initial Eligibility Center is the body assigned by the
NCAA to certify student athletes for eligibility to participate in college athletics. The center collects transcripts
from high school, test scores directly from ACT or SAT, and then makes a ruling on the academic status of
the athlete.
In order to practice or play at an NCAA Division I or II institution, a student must satisfy minimum academic
requirements of NCAA Bylaw 14.3. This applies to BOTH scholarship and non-scholarship athletes.
Student athletes who may be considering playing sports at the college level are advised to choose high
school courses carefully. (NOTE: Core Classes must be CP level, or higher.) Students should review the list
of NCAA approved core classes before making final selections during the scheduling process. Visit the
website at www.eligibilitycenter.org and go to prospective athletes. Use the MHS access code (363–385) to
view the MHS approved core classes, or see your counselor for assistance.
Student athletes should register with the NCAA Center at the end of their sophomore year. Students should
request a transcript be sent to the Eligibility Center, from their school counselor. In addition, every time a
student athlete takes the ACT or SAT, the scores should be reported to the NCAA. This is accomplished by
entering the NCAA Clearinghouse number (Code 9999) during the ACT/SAT registration process.
NAIA ELIGIBILITY
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Center (NAIA) Eligibility Center determines initial
eligibility for student-athletes entering NAIA member colleges and universities. Students interested in
participating in athletics at NAIA member schools should register online at: www.playnaia.org
TRANSCRIPTS
Requests for transcripts of high school grades should be made through the Counseling Office. Each request
costs $2.00 for current students. The final transcript to a college upon graduation is sent at no charge.
16ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIES
Advanced Placement courses are taught at high schools across the United States and allow students to
participate in college level courses. Students could possibly earn college credit while still in high school.
Students who enroll in AP courses will have to meet even higher standards of performance and require more
student independence and responsibility in the completion of required work. Some AP courses require some
prep work over the summer.
The main advantage of taking an AP course is better preparation for college. Students who do well in AP
courses generally do well in college as a result of rigorous academic preparation. MHS does give extra grade
point weight on the GPA for taking an AP course. Colleges look favorably on students who embrace AP
courses. Students who are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses are required to take the AP exam.
AP CAPSTONE DIPLOMA 901 AP RESEARCH
The AP Capstone is a diploma program from the College Board AP Research, the second course in the AP Capstone experience,
and is based on 2 yearlong AP courses: AP Seminar and AP allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem,
Research. AP Seminar is taken during a student’s junior year and issue, or idea of individual interest. Students design, plan and
AP Research in the senior year. These courses develop students’ implement a yearlong investigation to address a research
skills in research, analysis, evidence-based arguments, question. Through this inquiry, they further the skills they
collaboration, writing, and presenting. Students who complete acquired in the AP Seminar course by learning research
the two-year program can earn one of two different AP Capstone methodology, employing ethical research practices, and
awards, which are valued by colleges across the United States. accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information. Students
Students can earn the AP Capstone Diploma by earning a score reflect on their skill development, document their processes, and
of 3 or higher in AP Seminar, AP Research and four additional curate the artifacts of the scholarly work through a process and
AP Exams. Students may receive an AP Seminar and Research reflection portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper
Certificate by earning a score of 3 or higher in the AP Seminar of 4,000 to 5,000 words (accompanied by a performance, exhibit,
and AP Research. or product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral
defense.
900 AP SEMINAR PREREQUISITE: Open to grade 12; Completion of AP Seminar
AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in Fee: $134.00 (includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1
cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of
academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing 241 AP ENGLISH 12
divergent perspectives. Using an inquiry framework, students
This course takes both a genre and a thematic approach to world
practice reading and analyzing articles, research studies, and
literature. In addition to intense reading and critical writing, an
foundational, literary, and philosophical texts; listening to and
extensive research project is part of the program. Continued
viewing speeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; and
stress is placed on effective writing, both in regard to content as
experiencing artistic works and performances. Students learn to
well as style. Summer reading and activities accompanying it are
synthesize information from multiple sources, develop their own
required. Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement
perspectives in written essays, and design and deliver oral and
Examination is required for this course.
visual presentations, both individually and as part of a team.
PREREQUISITE: The student must maintain a “B” or above in
Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to
English 11 Honors/Pre-AP or have teacher approval.
analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in
Fee: $132.00 (includes cost of AP exam and novels) Credit 1
order to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments.
PREREQUISITE: Open to grade 11; AP US History; Data-
driven selection process. 617 AP CALCULUS
Fee: $134.00 (includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1 This course includes the topics required in the National Advanced
Placement Calculus A/B curriculum. Students will prepare and
practice for the test in May. Participation in the College Board
Advanced Placement Examination is required for this course.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Pre-Calculus Honors.
Fee: $103.00 (includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1
17712 AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 728 AP PHYSICS 1: ALGEBRA BASED
This is a college level laboratory course that aims to provide AP Physics 1: Algebra Based, is equivalent to a first semester
students with the scientific principles, concepts, and college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers
methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular
the natural world. The course is designed for students with an momentum); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and
interest in the environment and in a career in biological science, sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. A graphing calculator
environmental health and natural resources or for students (TI family) is required. This course is highly mathematical in
interested in other fields but would like to earn a college science nature. Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement
credit. In addition to the classroom, there is a laboratory and field Examination is required for this course. A summer assignment is
investigation component to this course. Students will study topics given, graded, and an assessment will be given over this
such as biodiversity, endangered species, pollution, the assignment the first week of school.
population crisis, climate change, energy conservation, land use PREREQUISITE: “B” or above in previous and current science
policy, soils and much more. Two out-of-school field study trips courses. A “B” or above in previous math course, including
are required. Students may miss school days for these trips. completion of Algebra 2 CP or Algebra 2 Honors.
Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement Fee: $97.00 (includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1
Examination is required. Success in this examination may lead
to granting of college credit. 797 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
PREREQUISITE: A “B” or above in Biology CP, or a “C” or The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an
above in Biology Honors. Chemistry CP / Chemistry Honors introductory college-level course in human geography. The
required course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns
Fee: $107.00 (includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1 and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and
alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts
726 AP BIOLOGY and landscape analysis to examine socio-economic organization
This college level course follows the AP Biology curriculum and and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the
includes advanced studies in cell biology, genetics, evolution and methods and tools geographers use in their research and
ecology. This course is highly recommended for students applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National
interested in a career in the medical or allied health field. Geography Standards. Students should be able to read college-
Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement level texts and apply the conventions of Standard Written English
Examination is required for this course. in their writing. Students must apply and be accepted for
placement in this course.
PREREQUISITE: A “B” or above in Biology Honors, or an “A” in
Biology CP. PREREQUISITE: Data driven selection process.
Fee: $135.00 (Includes AP exam and Lab supplies) Credit 1 Fee: $120.00 (Includes cost of AP exam and review guide)
Credit 1
717 AP CHEMISTRY
This course is a college level inorganic chemistry class with lab, 848 AP U.S. HISTORY
which prepares students for success in their freshman level A college level course designed to study the history and
college chemistry classes. Students are required to take the government of the United States up to the modern era. Emphasis
College Board Advanced Placement exam at the end of the will be on interpretation and analysis of historic and diplomatic
course in May. This course offers an inquiry based follow-up documents and papers, as well as readings from a variety of
approach with the six big ideas of chemistry in mind. 1.) Atoms sources. Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement
and Elements, 2.) Structure and Properties of Matter, 3.) Examination is required for this course.
Chemical Reactions, 4.) Kinetics, 5.) Thermodynamics, and 6.) PREREQUISITE: A “B-” or above in AP Human Geography or
Equilibrium. The course devotes 25% of the time to labs, and an “A-” or above in Social Studies 9 Honors.
formal lab write-ups are required for many of the labs. A graphing Fee: $120.00 (includes cost of AP exam and review guide)
calculator is suggested but not necessary for success, however Credit 1
a scientific calculator is a basic requirement.
PREREQUISITE: “B” or above in Chemistry Honors.
Fee: $129.00 (includes cost of AP exam)
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18871 AP GOVERNMENT 458 AP FRENCH
This course is specifically designed to prepare students for the AP French involves extensive reading, writing and speaking in
A.P. Government exam. The course is a comprehensive study of French. Preparation for the AP exam will be a part of most
the structure, organization and operation of the federal, state and assignments and will be the overall focus of this class. Students
local levels of government. In addition, students will identify and and teacher will speak predominantly in French as their mastery
compare the characteristics of different types of governments of this language unfolds. This class is equivalent to a third year
and economies from all parts of the world. Students will improve college course. Participation in the College Board Advanced
critical thinking skills through the practice of analyzing and Placement Examination is required for this course.
synthesizing primary source documents, treaties and PREREQUISITE: An 80% or above in French 4 Honors and
Congressional records. Participation in the College Board approval from the French 4 instructor.
Advanced Placement Examination is required for this course. Fee: $125.00 (workbook and cost of AP exam) Credit 1
PREREQUISITE: Completed 2 or more Social Studies credits,
and have earned a “B-” or above in an AP Social Studies 473 AP SPANISH
course or an “A-” or above in an Honors or CP Social Studies AP Spanish involves extensive reading, writing, listening, and
course. speaking in Spanish. Preparation for the AP Language exam will
Fee: $120.00 (AP exam and review guide) Credit 1 be a part of every assignment and will be the overall focus of this
class. Students and teacher speak solely in Spanish as their
876 AP PSYCHOLOGY mastery of this language unfolds. This class is equivalent to a
The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to third year college course.
the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental Participation in the College Board Advanced Placement
processes of human beings and other animals. Students are Examination is required for this course.
exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena
PREREQUISITE: An 80% or above in Spanish IV Honors and
associated with each of the major subfields within psychology.
approval from the Spanish IV instructor.
They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use
Fee: $145.00 (workbook and cost of AP exam) Credit 1
in their science and practice. Participation in the College Board
Advanced Placement Examination is required for this course.
137 AP STUDIO ARTS
PREREQUISITE: Completed 2 or more Social Studies credits AP Studio Art will complete the requirements of the AP Studio Art
and have earned a “B-” or above in an AP Social Studies portfolio program in either Drawing or 2D Design with a portfolio
course, or an “A-” or above in an Honors or CP Social Studies submission to the College Board in early May. The AP Studio
course. requires a large body of artwork based around a chosen theme
Fee: $120.00 (Includes cost of AP exam) Credit 1 by the artist. Artwork must fulfill the categories of Sustained
Investigation and Selected Works. The course is intended for
highly motivated students as the course requires more time
outside of the classroom than the advanced art course. A more
detailed description of the AP Studio Art portfolio can be found
on the College Board website.
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Art I, Art II, and Art III
with a “C” or above, or teacher approval. Grades 11-12.
Fee: $114.00 (cost of AP exam and materials) Credit 1
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18COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS
College Credit Plus has been established to permit college-ready students in grades seven (7) through
twelve (12) to earn college credit and high school graduation credit through the successful completion of
college courses. The program is intended to provide expanded opportunities for appropriately qualified
students to experience coursework at the college level. A student admitted to a course by an institution of
higher education will be expected and required to perform at the same level as the institution’s regular
students.
Students must follow the process and procedures, and meet the eligibility requirements put in place by the
Ohio Department of Education, the higher education institution, and high school to apply for admission into
the College Credit Plus program. The process, procedures, and eligibility requirements may vary by higher
education institution.
A mandatory annual student and parent informational meeting is held at Miamisburg High School expanding
on the details of the College Credit Plus option. Please contact the Counseling Office for the date and time
of the annual meeting. Students interested in this option are still eligible to enroll in high school courses at
Miamisburg High School.
The school district is responsible for the College Credit Plus tuition costs and textbook costs. Students are
responsible for fees associated with the courses and transportation.
College Credit Plus courses will be calculated into a student’s high school cumulative GPA after successful
completion of the course. If a College Credit Plus course is in a department that offers courses on a
weighted grading scale, the CCP course will also receive weighted grading. For CCP courses offered at
Miamisburg High School, students will receive Advanced Placement weighting with the exception of BIS
1121. Refer to page 12 for additional information.
Miamisburg High School offers CCP courses taught by Miamisburg High School faculty. Students can also
register for courses offered on a college campus. MHS will no longer offer online courses.
20College Credit Plus Courses Available at MHS
BIO 1111 GENERAL BIOLOGY I HIS 1102 UNITED STATES HISTORY II
This course covers basic chemistry and biochemistry; cellular Development of the people of the United States in political, social,
and molecular biology. It is the first course in a series of two economic and cultural areas from Reconstruction to present.
general education science courses. PREREQUISITE: Open to grades 9–12 for accepted students.
PREREQUISITE: None. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours
students.
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 4 Semester hours
MAT 1470 COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Polynomial, radical, rational, exponential and logarithmic
BIO 1211 GENERAL BIOLOGY II functions and their graphs; roots of polynomial functions, rational
This course is designed as the second in a series of two general and polynomial inequalities; systems of linear and nonlinear
education science courses. Covers evolution, biodiversity and equations; matrices; and applications.
ecology. Three classroom, two lab hours per week. PREREQUISITE: Open to grades 9–12 for accepted students.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 1111. Open to grades 9-12 for accepted High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours
students.
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 4 Semester hours MAT 1570 TRIGONOMETRY
Trigonometric functions of angles, solving right and oblique
BIS 1120 INTRO TO SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS triangles, identities, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric
Use word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation equations, vectors, radian measure, graphs of trigonometric
software applications to create reports, spreadsheets, databases functions and inverse trigonometric functions, conic sections,
and presentations for business and other applications. sequences, and series. Traditional testing (proctored or in
PREREQUISITE: None. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted Testing Center) is used in all online sections.
students. PREREQUISITE: MAT 1470. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours students.
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours
ENG 1101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I
In English Composition I, students learn reflective, analytical and PLS 1120 AMERICAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
argumentative writing strategies, incorporating sources and American political system at the national level, including process
personal experience. of government; democratic theory and development of the U.S.
PREREQUISITE: None. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted Constitution; citizen participation through voting; interest groups
students. and political parties; structure, functions and powers of
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours legislative, executive and judicial branches; issues of civil
liberties and equal rights.
ENG 1201 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II PREREQUISITE: None. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted
students.
English Composition II, building on the skills in English
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours
Composition I, develops rhetorical literacy through research,
critical reading and multi-genre experiences.
PREREQUISITE: ENG–1101. Open to grades 9–12 for accepted
students.
High School Credit: 1 College Credit: 3 Semester hours
21Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Miamisburg students have the opportunity to attend the Miami Valley Career Technology Center
(MVCTC) during their junior and senior years. The MVCTC is a premier technology center
offering technical training/education in 40 programs. Students choose to attend the MVCTC still
earn a Miamisburg High School diploma. Applications to MVCTC are submitted online at
http://www.mvctc.com/apply in February of the student’s sophomore year.
AGRICULTURE HEALTH
● Agriculture and Livestock Production ● Pre Nursing
● Animal Care and Management ● Biotechnology
● Diesel Power Technologies ● Dental Assistant
● Natural Resource Management ● Health Occupations
● Retail Agriculture Services ● Sports Medicine
● Veterinary Science ● Medical Lab Assisting
ARTS AND COMMUNICATION HUMAN RESOURCES
● Digital Design Technology ● Cosmetology
● Graphic Commercial Art ● Culinary Arts
● Graphic Commercial Photography ● Early Childhood Education
● Media and Video Production ● Hospitality Services
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY /
● Architectural Design MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
● Construction Carpentry ● Precision Machining
● Electrical Trades ● Robotics and Automation
● Heating, Ventilation, and Air ● Welding
Conditioning (HVAC)
● Heavy Equipment Operator PUBLIC SAFETY
● Criminal Justice
BUSINESS AND INFORMATION ● Firefighter / EMS
TECHNOLOGY
● Business Ownership TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
● Computer Coding and Web Applications ● Auto Collision
● Medical Office Management ● Auto Services
● Sports Management and Marketing ● Automotive Technology
● Computer Networking and Cyber ● Aviation Maintenance Technician
Security
● Computer Repair and Technical Support
22COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
FINE & PRACTICAL ART
130 ART I
This course is designed for all levels of art experience. The focus 137 AP STUDIO ARTS
is on utilizing the basic art elements and principles of design in AP Studio Art will complete the requirements of the AP Studio Art
the creation of two-dimensional works of art. Students will explore portfolio program in either Drawing or 2D Design with a portfolio
the use of different drawing and painting materials, build artistic
submission to the College Board in early May. The AP Studio
skills, and express creative ideas through the study of art
requires a large body of artwork based around a chosen theme
concepts and techniques.
by the artist. Artwork must fulfill the categories of Sustained
PREREQUISITE: None. Grades 9–12. Investigation and Selected Works. The course is intended for
Fee: $12.00 Credit 1/2 highly motivated students as the course requires more time
outside of the classroom than the advanced art course. A more
131 ART II detailed description of the AP Studio Art portfolio can be found
This course further develops studio skills learned in Art I. A on the College Board website.
variety of media will be introduced including pencil, charcoal, PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Art I, Art II, and Art III
chalk, oil pastel, watercolor, acrylic paint, and collage. Students
with a “C” or above, or teacher approval. Grades 11-12.
will explore a variety of subject matter and styles. The emphasis
Fee: $114.00 (cost of AP exam and materials) Credit 1
will be on student interpretation in each assignment as they add
their own personal expressive ideas and imagination.
134 CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Art I with a “D” or above, or
This course is designed for students of all ability levels to explore
teacher approval. Grades 10–12. Freshmen can take this
a multimedia approach to art and design through the study of
course second semester with teacher approval.
crafts. The inexperienced student will learn and create something
Fee: $15.00 Credit 1/2
new, and the experienced student can stretch his/her creativity
using a variety of materials. The class will teach material
132 ART III
techniques such as polymer clay, altered book, papier mache
This course builds on Art II and introduces more advanced art
and shrink art. Students will create 2-D and 3-D items both
techniques. Students will continue an exploration of subject
functional and fun.
matter and material of their choosing with emphasis on
originality and self-expression. Oil paint, stop motion animation, PREREQUISITE: None. Grades 10–12.
Gelli printmaking, assemblage, oil paint sticks, and all materials Fee: $20.00 Credit 1/2
introduced in Art II will be offered to students. This course is
advised for students wishing to submit an AP portfolio their 138 THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN I
senior year for college credit. This course is designed for students of all ability levels to
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Art I and Art II with a “D” or explore methods of creating three-dimensional art. Students will
above, or teacher approval. Grades 10–12. Freshmen can take investigate a wide range of media and techniques from both a
this course second semester with teacher approval. historical and contemporary perspective as they engage in 3D
Fee: $20.00 Credit 1/2 artworks. A variety of techniques will be introduced, including
hand built ceramics, sculpture and assemblage focusing on
136 ADVANCED ART student choice and creativity.
This course is for any student who has taken Art I, Art II, and Art PREREQUISITE: None. Grades 9–12.
III and wants to continue their artistic skills. This class is built for Fee: $16.00 Credit 1/2
anyone who loves art! The assignments are theme or subject
based with a strong focus on student choice and artistic 139 THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN II
expression. This is a great class to take as a way to unwind from This course further develops studio skills learned in Three-
your busy school day. Advanced art can be taken multiple times Dimensional Design I, exploring advanced methods of ceramics,
for credit and can be taken more than once a year. This is a sculpture, assemblage and installation. Assignments will give
semester class but is encouraged to be taken for a full year. students the opportunity to solve artistic problems and create
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Art I, Art II, and Art III unique and individual artworks. The ability to generate original
with a “C” or above, or teacher approval. Grades 10–12. solutions to design problems will require basic drawing skills,
Fee: $20.00 Credit 1/2 creative thinking and artistic exploration of possible approaches.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Three-Dimensional Design I
with a “D” or above, or teacher approval. Grades 10–12.
Fee: $20.00 Credit 1/2
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