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Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Course Catalog
2022-2023
This Course Catalog is also available online at our WLHS website: www.wlhs.orgTable of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
School Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
School Outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
School Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Make the Most of High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Graduation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Required College Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Course Listing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Programs of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Advanced Placement Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Project Lead the Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pro Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Youth Apprenticeship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Online Dual Credit Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Early College Credit Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programs of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
ACT Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Testing Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Course Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Course Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Advanced Placement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Course Overload. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Schedule Conflicts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Course Changes and Withdraw Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Grading Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Academic Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Theology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
English. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Family and Consumer Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Fine Arts - Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Fine Arts - Visual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Health and Physical Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Social Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Trade and Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
World Languages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Updated 12-7-2021Introduction
Caring, Christian This course selection catalog describes the mission, values, school outcomes, culture,
courses of study, and course selection process for Wisconsin Lutheran High School.
Environment
It also describes the programs of study in place to meet the students’ college and
career readiness opportunities. The content of this catalog may change annually as
courses and course offerings are continually evaluated.
We are grateful to be able to offer a broad, comprehensive curriculum, which
ensures that our students are prepared for whatever they choose to pursue upon
graduation. However, our school is much more than our curriculum! We encourage
you to find co-curricular activities with which to become involved. You will be better
prepared for life when you experience the fun to be had by interacting with other
students in drama, music, forensics, athletics, Wisco Witnesses to the World, mission
trips, student council, and other activities and clubs. There are so many wonderful
possibilities! Above all, we are grateful to the Lord that we have the privilege
of bringing the truths of God’s Word to you on a daily basis. We trust that through
the power of God’s Word, your faith will grow and you will be equipped to practice
Christian discernment in the world into which you will be going.
WLHS faculty and Student Services staff are prepared to help students make the most
of their opportunities in high school and beyond. If there are any questions about
course selection, course offerings, or the Wisconsin Lutheran High School approach
to education please contact: Emily Jiles, Director of Student Services, James Brandt,
Academic Dean, or Phil Leyrer, Principal.
Students and parents are encouraged to keep this Course Catalog as a ready
reference in planning your high school years. It is important to become familiar
with the information found in this catalog so that you can make informed decisions
about your future.
3 Course CatalogOur Mission Compelled by Christ’s love, by the Great Commission, and rooted
in God’s Word, Wisconsin Lutheran High School prepares youth in a diverse world
for productive, Christ-centered lives.
School Values In the pursuit of our mission, Wisconsin Lutheran High School endeavors to be the preferred
choice for those seeking a comprehensive Christian high school experience in a caring,
cross-cultural setting.
Wisconsin Lutheran High School is defined by these values:
Great Commission Focus: Centered on Christ’s command and in collaboration with our
conference partners, our focus is to “make disciples of all nations” through nurture and
outreach.
Distinctively Lutheran: Teaching and scholarship characterized by faithfulness to the
Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions.
Academic Excellence: Providing an innovative, comprehensive curriculum that challenges
each student for career and/or college readiness.
Servant Leadership: Developing in each student a Christ-like attitude of leadership and
service in all aspects of Christian vocation.
Multi-Ethnic: Celebrating the mutual benefit of cross-cultural, integrated relationships
in the unity of the body of Christ.
School Outcomes The courses and programs of Wisconsin Lutheran High School will carry out the WLHS
mission by producing graduates who have demonstrated...
1.) Regular use of the means of grace and fruits of faith in Jesus Christ through Christian
love, service, and witness.
2.) The ability to lovingly communicate the gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
3.)Perceptive thinking, which integrates experience, research, and reason under God’s
will as revealed in his holy Word in critical analysis, problem-solving, and decision making.
4.) Effective communication skills by listening; expressing their thoughts, feelings, faith,
and ideas and working cooperatively with others in the family, school, church, work,
and community settings.
5.) The knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become self-initiating and
self-directing lifelong learners.
6.)The conviction that they are individually formed creatures of their Maker and Redeemer
who represent him by using their unique blessings of time, gifts, and money for the welfare
of others in a complex, culturally diverse, rapidly changing global society.
7.) The verbal, sociological, scientific, quantitative, and technological literacy necessary
for offering God a productive, meaningful life.
8.) An informed awareness of the uses of the fine and practical arts for personal and corpo-
rate worship, individual expression, and God-pleasing recreation.
“For Christ’s love compels us . . .” (2 Corinthians 5:1)
4 Course CatalogThe WLHS Culture Consistent with its mission, the culture of Wisconsin Lutheran High School is defined
and driven by Christ’s love. Believing that “A cord of three strands is not easily
broken.” (Ecclesiastes 4:12), teachers, parents, and students are partners in maintain-
ing a culture where relationships, academics, and co-curriculars are centered
on one truth: “We love because he first loved us” (1 John 4:19).
Wisconsin Lutheran High School is a place where:
Christ comes first in all we do.
All school-sponsored programs are delivered in light of Christ’s love and
with the application of scriptural truth.
The Word of God is treasured and obeyed.
Teachers, students, and parents see the need and desire to study, share,
and obey God’s Word.
We are united in Christ.
Students, teachers, and parents foster an atmosphere where differences
in socioeconomic background, race, gender, nationality, culture, personalities,
and interests are viewed as blessings to embrace as a family of believers who
is united by the unconditional love of Christ.
Christian leadership is expected.
Students and teachers humbly put the needs of others before their own by serving
their church, school, and community while demonstrating Christian character
in public activities and personal life.
Students and teachers are responsible and pursue their full potential.
Teachers and students, as redeemed children of God, respond with thankful
hearts, striving to do their best with their God-given gifts. All to his glory!
Students and families see school as a blessing.
Grateful students and families appreciate the wonderful opportunities they have
at WLHS to grow spiritually, academically, and in co-curricular activities. Grateful
teachers are thankful for their privileged call to serve God’s people.
Respect is expected.
Students and teachers cooperate with God’s representatives to maintain an orderly,
safe atmosphere characterized by mutual respect for each blood-bought soul of
Christ with whom they interact.
5 Course CatalogMake the Most of High School
Challenge yourself! Take challenging courses — yet maintain a balance
between home, church, school, and co-curricular obligations. Make the most of
your high school experience by expanding the many new and different opportunities
Wisconsin Lutheran High School provides for you!
Set Goals! Prayerfully set and write attainable goals that challenge you to get the
most from your high school experience. To attain your goals, be a prioritizer who puts
the most important things first and the least important things last.
Plan ahead! Use the 4-year planning guide to map out your course of study. This
includes making course selections aligned with post-graduation plans.
Choose carefully! During your four years at WLHS, you will have many opportunities
to explore your interests. The course selection choices you make in February/March
determine which courses will and will not be offered next year.
Be Response-able! With God’s help, you are able to choose how you respond to all
challenges that you will encounter during your high school career. Making this a habit
will contribute to a fruitful and productive life.
Be Proactive! With Christ as your leader, take the initiative to be the one who takes
charge of your own life by choosing to be responsible in all things you can control
such as your study habits, faithfulness, time management, relationships, and effort.
Pray for God to help you!
6 Course CatalogGraduation Requirements
Wisconsin Lutheran High School graduates will have earned the following 24 credits for graduation:
Theology..................................................................4 credits
English......................................................................4 credits
Science....................................................................3 credits
Mathematics...........................................................3 credits
Social Studies..........................................................3 credits
(Students must also pass the state Civics exam)
Health/Phy Ed .......................................................1.5 credits
Fine Arts or Practical Arts ...................................... .5 credits
Electives .................................................................5 credits
Year courses = 1 credit Semester courses = .5 credit
Courses required for graduation are listed below by department. The typical year a course is taken is
in parentheses. An asterisk (*) indicates that the department places the student in an appropriate
course. Students will need to select additional courses to meet graduation requirements.
Theology Mathematics
Heritage of our Faith (9) Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, or Honors Algebra (9)*
Life of Christ & Proclaiming Christianity (10) Geometry or Honors Geometry (10)*
Living Christianity (11) Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2 (11)*
4 Theology Electives (12)
Science
English Physical Science-Chemistry and Physical Science
English 9, Honors English 9, Physics,Biology or Honors Biology (9)*
or English Foundations (9)* Life Science or Biology or Honors Biology,
Speech (10) Chemistry or Honors Chemistry (10)*
Composition (10) Conceptual Physics, Chemistry or Biology (11)
American Literature 1 (11)
American Literature 2 (11) Social Studies
English Electives (12) World History-Ancient, World History-Medieval, (10)
or World History- Modern {2 of 3}
Health & Physical Education United States History (11)
Christian Health & Wellness (9) 1 or 2 Social Studies Electives (12)
Physical Education 1 (9,10)
Physical Education Elective {1of 3} (10-12) Fine Arts or Practical Arts
1 Elective (9-12)
7 Course CatalogRequired College Core
Typical Minimum Each college campus has its own requirements. However, many colleges and universities
College Core require a common academic core. The University of Wisconsin System requires that all
applicants take the ACT and have the following 17 required credits:
Curriculum
English 4 credits
Mathematics 3 credits
Social Science 3 credits
Natural Science 3 credits
Academic Electives 4 credits
The academic electives must be from the above areas or world language, fine arts,
computer science or other academic areas. Especially in the field of world languages, an
individual campus may have different requirements. Students should contact potential
colleges for their requirements. Many 4 year schools prefer students to have 4 credits of
math and science.
Ministry at Martin Young men and women thinking about serving as a pastor, teacher or staff minister in the
Luther College Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) will be admitted to Martin Luther College with an
ACT composite score of 20 or SAT composite of 940. Additionally, a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.5 is expected in the following academic areas: English (4 credits), Laboratory Science
(3 credits) Mathematics (3 credits) including Algebra 1, Algebra II or higher mathematics, Social
Studies (2 credits), Academic electives (2 credits from foreign language, music fundamentals,
social studies, English or math). Men interested in being pastors (Pre-Seminary Program) are
advised to have background in foreign language.
Wisconsin All applicants should take the normal college core curriculum. Sixteen academic units are required
and 2-4 years of a single foreign language are recommended.
Lutheran College
Bethany All applicants should take the normal college core curriculum. Sixteen academic units are required
and 2-4 years of a single foreign language are recommended.
Lutheran College
Technical School There are a variety of degree granting and certificate programs available at
vocational and technical colleges and schools. Students are encouraged to take those
courses which will give them strong preparation in their areas of interest. MATC and WCTC
prefer or require entrants take the ACCUPLACER test.
8 Course CatalogCourse Listing
A List of all courses offered at WLHS
Theology Business Education English
• Apologetics • Accounting • Advanced Composition
• Christian Life Planning • Advanced Accounting • American Fiction
• Comparison of • Business and Personal Law • American Literature 1+2
Christian Churches • Entrepreneurship • AP English Literature
• Foundations of Christianity • Exploring Business • and Composition
• From Friendship to Marriage • Keyboarding • British and Western Lit 1800 to
• Life of Christ • Marketing Present Day
• Introduction to Christianity • Money Matters • British and Western Lit up to
• Life Issues/Corinthians • Using Technology 1800
• Living Christianity • Youth Apprenticeship • Business Communications
• Non Christian Religions • Composition
• Proclaiming Christianity • Contemorary Literature
• Religion and Science Fine Arts Music • English 9
• Revelation • English 9: Foundations
• The Heritage of Our Faith • A Cappella Concert Choir • ELL Arts 1-3
• Cantorei Choir • Honors English 9
• Concert Band • International English 9
Family and Consumer • Freshmen Choir • Intro to College Writing
Education • Music Spectrum • Speech
• Music Theory
•Food Techniques • Musicianship through
•ProStart 1-2 Percussion Science
•Fashion Techniques 1-3
• Anatomy and Physiology
•Family Living
• AP Biology
•Child Development
• AP Chemistry
•Housing & Interior Design Fine Arts Visual • AP Physics
• AP Visual Arts and Design • Biology
• Ceramics 1-4 • Chemistry
Math • Drawing • Conceptual Physics
• Accounting 1 • Exploratory Art: Drawing and • Earth Science
• Algebra 1 Sketching • Honors Biology
• Algebra 2 • Exporatory Art: Ceramics/Mixed • Honors Chemistry
• Algebra 3 Media • Life Science
• AP Calculus AB • Graphic Design • Physical Science - Physics
• AP Calculus BC • Painting 1-4 • Physical Science -Chemistry
• AP Statistics • Video Production • Physics
• Calculus A
• Geometry
• Honors Algebra 1 Social Studies
• Honors Algebra 2
• Honors Geometry • African American Studies
• Honors Trigonometry • American Government
• Math Enrichment Lab • AP Economics
• Money Matters
Trade and Technology • AP US History
• Precalculus • Advanced Metals • AP Psychology
• Pre-Algebra • Advanced Wood • Economics
• AP Computer Science Principles • The World Since 1945
• Computer Science&Software • US History
Engineering • World Geography
Health and Physical • Construction Skills
Education • World History - Ancient
• Engineering Design & Development • World History - Medieval
• Advanced Fitness and Team • Exploratory Shop: Wood/Metals • World History - Modern
Sports • Intro to Engineering Design
• Christian Health and Wellness • Metals 2
• Individual Fitness and Liftetime • Metals 3 World Languages
Activities • Principles of Engineering
• Small Engines • Latin 1-2
• Physical Education 1
• Wood 2 • Cicero’s Orations
• Strength Training and Advanced
• Wood 3 • Virgil’s Aeneid
Fitness
• Construction Skills • Spanish 1-5
• Youth Apprenticeship • German 1-4
9 Course CatalogPrograms of Study
Advanced WLHS participates in the national College Board Advanced Placement Program.
Placement These courses align to rigorous, college-level, standards set by the College Board
and are taught by our faculty. AP courses prepare students to take a subject specific
Courses
exam and potentially earn college credit in selected academic areas. AP courses
have a heavier work load and are more time-consuming than most other courses in
the same discipline. AP students are encouraged to take the corresponding national
exam the following spring.
WLHS offers the following AP courses:
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1
AP Computer Science Principles
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Psychology
AP US History
AP Economics
AP Statistics
AP Visual Art and Design
Project Lead PLTW Engineering empowers students to step into the role of an engineer by adopting
the Way: a problem-solving mindset. The program’s courses engage students in compelling,
Engineering real-world challenges that help them become better collaborators and thinkers.
Students take from the courses in-demand knowledge and skills they will use for the
rest of their lives, on any career path they take. WLHS offers students the opportunity
to participate in PLTW through the following courses: Introduction to Engineering
Design, Principals of Engineering, Computer Science & Software Engineering, and
Engineering Design & Development. Students who enroll in Computer Science &
Software Engineering will also have the opportunity to succeed on the AP Computer
Science Principles exam.
10 Course CatalogPrograms of Study
Pro Start ProStart is the premier culinary arts program for high school students. It gives them the
opportunity to learn about the art of cooking and managing restaurants by training
Program
with professional chefs and getting valuable classroom instruction. Upon completing
academic standards, a checklist of competencies, and working at least 400 hours in
the industry, students are awarded the ProStart National Certificate of Achievement
that certifies that they are well qualified to enter the industry workforce. They could
also receive technical college credit. The 400 hours of industry-related work experi-
ence must take place outside of school hours and can be done in any food service
or restaurant approved by the program coordinator, Mrs. Jean Curtis.
Youth The State of Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development Youth Apprentice-
ship program integrates school-based and work-based learning to instruct students in
Apprenticeship
real-world on-the-job skills defined by Wisconsin industries. Students are simultaneously
enrolled in academic classes to meet high school graduation requirements in an
approved youth apprenticeship related instruction class and are employed by a
participating employer under the supervision of a skilled mentor. Eligible students must
complete a minimum of 450 work-based hours annually and provide their own
transportation to and from the work-based training site. Areas of youth apprenticeship
include STEM, manufacturing, architecture and construction, finance, and health
science. Interested students should contact the Student Services office.
In cooperation with Bethany Lutheran College, Wisconsin Lutheran High School offers
Online Dual Credit
online dual credit courses. Following are the benefits of participation for the students:
Opportunities
•Provide more options and challenges for responsible, qualified, self-disciplined
students to use their God-given abilities in areas of gifts or interest.
•Students will experience the rigors of college coursework.
•Free up space in schedule for other course work opportunities. The dual credit
courses can count towards core WLHS graduation requirements if completed
satisfactorily. Students are rewarded with college credit for their course effort and
achievement and can earn college credit without the risk of AP testing.
11 Course CatalogPrograms of Study
Early College Credit In cooperation with Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC), Wisconsin Lutheran High
School offers the Early College Credit Program (ECCP). The ECCP allows students to
Program
take one or more courses at WLC for high school and/or college credit. Students must
be approved by Wisconsin Lutheran High School and WLC to enroll in courses and
complete the following items:
•Complete the WLC Early College Credit Program Application
•Complete the Early College Credit Program Participation Form and submit it to
your school counselor.
•Submit your high school transcript to WLC
•Submit your ACT/SAT score (if taken) to WLC
Through the ECCP, courses at WLC are offered at a very discounted rate and all the
costs associated with the course(s) will be paid by the student. This is not included
in WLHS’ tuition. The course grade earned will be part of the permanent high school
and/or college transcript and will affect the student’s GPA. Interested students should
speak with their school counselor during the course selection process about
participation in the ECCP.
12 Course CatalogPrograms of Study
Online Bethany Lutheran College High School Dual Credit Program (continued)
•Provide the experience of taking coursework in the online environment prevalent in
our world today.
Bethany Lutheran College will offer 8-10 of the following courses each
semester. A small number will be available during summers.
•Medical Terminology •Fundamentals of Speech
•Introduction to Mass Media •Introduction to Programming I
•Introduction to Programming II •Principles of Macroeconomics
•College Writing I •Introduction to Fiction
•History of USA I •History of USA II
•Nutrition •Music Appreciation
•Introduction to Statistics •American Government
•General Psychology •Introduction to Sociology
•Criminal Deviance and Justice •College Algebra
For more information: Bethany Lutheran College High School Dual Credit Program
To participate in a Bethany dual credit course students and parents must understand
and agree to the following in order to enroll:
•Dual credit courses are college level courses with college level expectations.
•Students must meet all deadlines, manage time effectively, and follow the college
course schedule with the understanding that it will differ from the high school
schedule.
•Students must communicate with the online instructor for assistance, The expecta-
tion for success in the course is between Bethany Lutheran College and the student.
There is no designated faculty member at WLHS assigned to help with course content.
•Students participating in Bethany dual credit online courses may have the course
scheduled into their school day in a quiet learning environment.
•The course grade earned will be part of the permanent high school transcript and
will affect the students’ GPA and will also be part of the permanent college
transcript.
•All costs associated with the course(s) will be paid by the student (including tuition
and books) and these costs are not included in WLHS’ tuition.
•It is the responsibility of the student to verify the transferability of the college credits
to whatever institution he/she plans to attend.
13 Course CatalogCourse Selection Policy
ACT Preparation Properly preparing to take the ACT is key to achieving a high score, or a score that is a
goal for the student. The ACT tests students in English, math, reading and science, and
students can opt to take a written portion. Generally, students who take college core
classes in each subject area will be most prepared to take the ACT. For example, students
who take Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 will have preparation for the math section.
Likewise, students who take Biology, Chemistry and Physics will have preparation for the
science section. WLHS also offers test prep through Naviance which includes the option to
take full length tests and a variety of other study methods. For additional resources for test
preparation please visit the Student Services Office.
Testing Program All Freshmen and Sophomores will take the ACT ASPIRE assessment in the spring. Juniors are
encouraged to take the PSAT test. All Juniors take the state ACT test in late winter.
College-bound students are also encouraged to retake the ACT or SAT at the end of their
Junior year or at the beginning of their Senior year. Be sure to check if a test score is required
for the colleges being considered.
Course Load Freshmen students must carry a minimum of 6.0 credits but are encouraged to take 7.0 if
possible. Freshmen boys in football, basketball, or baseball begin practice during 8th hour.
Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors must carry a minimum of 7.0 credits. The following types of
courses must be included in the specified year with the remaining units from elective courses.
Freshmen: theology, English, science, mathematics, and Christian health & wellness.
Sophomores: theology, English, science, mathematics, social studies and physical education.
Juniors: theology, English, science, social studies, and physical education.
Seniors: theology, social studies, and English, unless already completed as electives
14 Course CatalogCourse Selection Policy
Course Selection Freshmen placement in classes is based on the entrance materials, a review of their previous
achievement test scores, a recommendation from the eighth grade teacher or principal,
and placement testing. Continuing students need a “C” or better in some courses to be
automatically cleared to take the next course in sequence. If a student does not earn a C,
they may require departmental approval to continue on the the next course in sequence.
Courses which have been taken and passed, but need a higher level of competency,
may be retaken to allow the student to progress to the next course in sequence. The higher
grade received will be the official grade for the course but credit will only be awarded
one time for taking the course. Courses should be selected which contribute to the young
Christian’s life plan.
If you are requesting Advanced Placement (AP) courses, please note this is a
Advanced
commitment to the entire year of the course. AP classes may not be dropped at the
Placement
end of the first semeter unless it is the recommendation of the teacher.
Several AP courses also require homework during the summer break.
Students are discouraged from taking 8 periods (no free periods). This may be permitted
Course Overload
on a limited basis if approved by the Director of Student Services. One of the determining
factors is a high GPA and an approved projected four year academic plan.
Schedule Conflicts The schedule is built to maximize student selections. However, at times there are conflicts
that arise or requests exceed the maximum students that can be accommodated in the
course. If a conflict arises that cannot be resolved, the student will be contacted to select
an alternate course. In instances where requests exceed the maximum students who can
be accommodated, seniors are given priority.
15 Course CatalogCourse Selection Policy
Course Changes Student schedules, teaching assignments and staffing decisions are based on the
and Withdrawal course requests completed by students along with their counselor each spring.
Policy Parents should approve these requests by logging into the onCampus system and
reviewing course requests with their student and contacting the Student Services
Office with any questions. Students will have the opportunity to request course
changes from June 1st-10th after final grades for second semester have been posted.
After June 10th, the spring course request process is FINAL and the student is then
committed to completing those courses requested for the following school year. As
such, it is vital that course preferences are accurate and that course loads are
reasonable and balanced.
Once scheduled, subsequent changes or course drops will be made only by
approval of the student’s school counselor in special circumstances and pending
scheduling constraints and availability.
Requests for specific teachers cannot and will not be honored.
Changes to a student’s schedule must be made within the following timeline:
•Students may drop courses for the current semester only during the first week of
each semester, only special circumstances will be considered. A class dropped after
this date will result in an “ F “ grade and no credit will be awarded.
•Students may add courses for the current semester in the first week of the semester,
pending course availability.
•The school may consider course changes or drops if a student has been
inappropriately placed in a course for their background or talent or in special
circumstances such as a serious illness or unique personal circumstance.
•Yearlong courses may only be dropped at the end of the first semester by the
recommendation of the teacher.
16 Curriculum GuideGrading Scale
Grading Scale
The school year at WLHS is divided into two semesters and each semester is divided
into two nine-week quarters. Report cards are available through onCampus at the
end of each quarter. The report cards at the end of each semester bear the grades
that are recorded in the permanent record; however, quarter grades do govern
eligibility where applicable. Letter grades are recorded on the basis of the following
scale:
A+/A 99-l00 4.0 C- 77-78 1.7
A 95-98 4.0 D+ 75-76 1.4
A- 93-94 3.7 D 72-74 1.0
B+ 91-92 3.4 D- 70-71 .7
B 87-90 3.0 F 69 and below (Failing)
B- 85-86 2.7 I Incomplete grade
C+ 83-84 2.4 E Conditional Grade
C 79-82 2.0
Current progress for student grades can be found on the school website
www.wlhs.org through onCampus.
Academic Honors Honor Roll: Any student who achieves a grade point average of 3.40 or
better for a given quarter will be placed on the Honor Roll.
National Honor Society (NHS): A student whose cumulative grade point
average (GPA) is 3.5 or better, is an active leader in school, demonstrates an
outstanding character, and is active in community service will be eligible to be
considered for selection to the National Honor Society. Members of NHS are active
in improving their school community while providing service to Wisconsin Lutheran
High School. NHS members are excused from study periods but must report to either
the library, Commons, or an area approved by the principal. We are very proud
of our NHS members and hold them up as examples of Christian character who are
willing to share their gifts with others. As they are blessed, may they bless others.
17 Course CatalogTheology
The WLHS theology department is designed to help students grow in their knowledge of the absolute truths found in
God’s word. As a result of their studies, the student’s faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ, grows. Additionally, as the
students learn the art of Christian discernment they are led to evaluate all beliefs and philosophies through the lens of
God’s word. After a foundation of biblical truth is established in the freshman-junior year, the opportunity to be better
prepared to live and defend the Christian faith is provided through our senior elective options.
•4 credits of theology are required for graduation from Wisconsin Lutheran High School.
•Seniors must pass four, quarter-length theology courses.
Students are subject to prerequisite requirements and
department placement
Heritage of Our Faith (1.0) or Introduction to Christianity (International
Freshman
Students only) (1.0)
Life of Christ (0.5) & Proclaiming Christianity (0.5) or Foundations of
Sophomore
Christianity (International Students only) (0.5)
Junior Living Christianity (1.0)
From Friendship Christian Life Life Issues/ *Comparison of
Senior to Marriage .25 Planning .25 Corinthians .25 Christian Churches .25
Seniors must take at least
4 of these courses Non-Christian
Religion&Science .25 Apologetics .25 *Revelation .25
Religions .25
* Courses marked with an asterisk (*) will not be offered for 2022-23.
International Students: Although exceptions are made based on student background in Christian teaching, the pathway is
Introduction to Christianity then Foundations of Christianity then Life of Christ as preparation for Living Christianity and subsequent
courses.
18 Course CatalogTheology Course Descriptions
The Heritage of Our Faith
Credit: 1.0 This course focuses on the application of God’s Old Testament revelation to the hearts
Grade: 9 of teenage Christians. The basis of study is the broad sweep of Old Testament history and
2 Semesters thought, with an emphasis on the Messianic promise. The timeless Old Testament truths are
applied to the young Christian’s life.
Life of Christ
This course is primarily a study of the life of Christ. It also briefly covers the intertestamental
Credit: .5 era and the historic background to Christ’s life on earth. The emphasis is on the identity
Grade: 10 of Christ as God’s holy Son and his work as Savior and Substitute for sinful humans.
1 Semester Prerequisite: The successful completion of, The Heritage of Our Faith or Introduction to
Christianity and Foundations of Christianity
Proclaiming Christianity
This course uses the text of the book of Acts and the thirteen epistles of St. Paul to understand
Credit: .5 the Christian faith of the early church as it became established in this world. Using the message
Grade: 10 which cataloged the life and actions of 1st Century Christians, comparisons and applications
1 Semester are made for the challenges facing 21st Century Christians as they seek to carry out Christ’s
command to be his witnesses. Prerequisite: The Heritage of Our Faith
Living Christianity
This course provides a review of doctrine, a survey of church history, a discussion of problems
Credit: 1.0
the young Christian faces, and an overview of worship, stewardship and evangelism. This course
Grade: 11
2 Semesters emphasizes living your Christian faith.
Prerequisite: Life of Christ and Proclaiming Christianity
From Friendship to Marriage
This course will seek to develop skills and attitudes that will develop and deepen relationships and
Credit: .25 that will help to prepare students for marriage. Among the topics explored will be communication
Grade: 12 skills, differences between the sexes and their roles, changes in relationships, what makes a good
1 Quarter spouse, and how love expresses itself (romance, sex and waiting). This team-taught course will
promote student participation.
Prerequisite: Living Christianity
19 Course CatalogTheology Course Descriptions
Religion and Science
The scientific community imposes many of its beliefs upon the Christian. This course points
Credit: .25 out the proper distinction between science and religion and gives the Christian some
Grade: 12
guidance when dealing with issues such as evolution, genetic engineering, abortion,
1 Quarter
astrology, etc. Prerequisite: Living Christianity
Christian Life Planning
This course gives students the opportunity to apply the principles of God’s Word regarding
Credit: .25
self image and how to relate to others. In light of God’s Word, students will also learn
Grade: 12
how to apply the “Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens” to life. Students will develop
1 Quarter
a distinctively Christian plan for their lives and learn the basics of financial peace in life.
Prerequisite: Living Christianity
Life Issues/Corinthians
Credit: .25
This course gives an opportunity to see how the great Apostle Paul dealt with many of
Grade: 12
the problems of the church at Corinth, problems which still trouble us in our churches and
1 Quarter
personal lives today. Prerequisite: Living Christianity
Non Christian Religions
To prepare students to witness to the world and defend their faith, this course focuses
Credit: .25 on the teachings of the major religions of the world: Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
Grade: 12
Additionally, the students will explore other threats to faith including postmodernism,
1 Quarter
atheism, cults, Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, the New Age Movement, and the
Occult. Prerequisite: Living Christianity
Apologetics
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the tools to defend their Christian faith
Credit: .25 with the knowledge necessary to assert intellectual truth that defends Biblical truth. Students
Grade: 12 will be equipped to answer major objections non-Christians raise about Christianity and to
1 Quarter open the door to share the gospel with others. This course will synthesize the most important
apologetic arguments the students will need by building on the truths they have learned in
previous theology courses. Prerequisite: Living Christianity
20 Course CatalogTheology Course Descriptions
Comparison of Christian Churches
This elective course provides a study of the teachings and practices of various Christian
churches and an opportunity to evaluate these churches in the light of God’s inerrant Word.
Credit: .25 Students explore the influence of liberal theology on the various branches of Christianity as
Grade: 12 well as the impact of current trends in Christianity today. Prerequisite: Living Christianity *
1 Quarter
Not offered in 2021-22
Revelation
Revelation, one of God’s greatest courage and comfort books of the Bible, is explored in all
Credit: .25 its beauty and mystery in this elective course. John presents an overview of the entire New
Grade: 12 Testament age in the context of a monumental struggle between the Lamb and the Dragon
1 Quarter with his beasts. No one can leave the study of this book without being affected by John’s
inspired look behind the curtain. Prerequisite: Living Christianity * Not offered in 2021-22
Introduction to Christianity
This class is designed for first year international students who don’t have a lot of experience
reading the Bible and who might not know Jesus and his amazing grace. The goal of this
Credit: 1
class is to introduce international students from around the world to the Savior of the world:
Grade: 9-12
Jesus Christ. Students will read, study, discuss, and write about the most important truths of
2 Semesters
the Bible. This course is required of first year international students with no Bible background.
Placement is determined by the Student Services Department
Foundations of Christianity
Foundations of Christianity is intended for international students who have completed
introduction to Christianity. Students will build on the foundation of what they already know
Credit: .5
about themselves, Jesus and the Bible by exploring the Old Testament together and search
Grade: 9-12
for God’s timeless truths that can make their faith in Jesus deeper, braver and stronger.
1 Semester
Students who complete the course are placed into Life of Christ.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Christianity or placement by the Student Services Department
21 Course CatalogBusiness Education
•The WLHS Business department gives students the opportunity to explore potential career interests in accounting, law,
marketing, and business.
•Students interested in any Business-related field should consider taking Accounting 1, as it will prepare them for their
first college Accounting course (part of most college Business major programs). An alternative for Seniors with a 3.0
GPA or higher is to take Advanced Accounting, which allows for the possibility of earning college credit while also
getting the Accounting background to prepare them for their majors and careers.
•Students interested in entering the workforce immediately after high school have the option of enrolling in the Youth
Apprenticeship program, which provides student with the opportunity to work during the school day (or summer prior
to Junior or Senior year), earning valuable job experience and high school credits.
Students are subject to prerequisite requirements and
department placement
Freshman Choose: Keyboarding, Using Technology, or Exploring Business
Choose: Keyboarding, Using Technology, Exploring Business, Accounting 1*, Marketing, or
Sophomore
Entrepreneurship
Choose: Keyboarding, Using Technology, Marketing, Accounting 1*, Advanced Accounting*
Junior (if took Accounting 1 as sophomore), Money Matters*, Entrepreneurship or Youth
Apprenticeship
Choose: Keyboarding, Using Technology, Marketing, Accounting 1*, Advanced Accounting* (if
took Accounting 1 as sophomore OR if holds 3.0 GPA), Business & Personal Law, Money Matters*,
Senior
Entrepreneurship or Youth Apprenticeship
* Money Matters, Accounting, and Advanced Accounting 1 can be taken to help fulfill
graduation requirements for mathematics
22 Course CatalogBusiness Course Descriptions
Keyboarding
This course is a one-semester class which teaches students how to use a computer
Credit: .5 keyboard properly using the touch method. This skill will be developed and applied to
Grade:9-12 formatting documents useful in the personal life of a student/citizen (personal business
1 semester letters, academic reports, tables, etc). It will be useful in future educational experiences,
in personal life, and provides the foundation skill for the profession many students choose.
It is a prerequisite for freshmen who wish to take Using Technology. Prerequisite: None
Using Technology
Students who complete Using Technology will obtain a working knowledge of the Microsoft
Credit: .5
Office Professional Suite, thus enabling them to better use their God-given gifts in the area
Grade:9-12
1 semester of technology. Units include studies of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet use, and Coding.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding, Keyboarding Proficiency Test, or Department Consent
Exploring Business
Credit: .5 This one semester course is designed to give the student a knowledge of those business activities
Grade:9, 10 which affect everyone regardless of economic status (credit, checking accounts, insurance,
1 semester etc). It also provides an exploration of business careers.
Prerequisite: None
Accounting 1
This first year accounting course is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors and has the following
goals: (1) to know accounting as it relates to careers; (2) to know accounting terminology; (3) to
Credit: 1 understand accounting concepts, principles and practices; (4) to apply accounting procedures.
Grade: 10-12 Successful completion of Accounting 1 is a requirement for Advanced Accounting.
2 semesters Because this course may be taken for a math credit or a business elective, students must meet
with the Student Services department to determine where credit will apply. Prerequisite: None
Advanced Accounting
This one-year course is open to students who have successfully completing Accounting 1. It
Credit: 1 applies accounting concepts learned in the first year to special situations, increases students’
Grade:11, 12 knowledge of accounting principles, and relates accounting to career opportunities.
2 semesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting 1or a GPA of 3.0 and consent of Department
Coordinator
23 Course CatalogBusiness Course Descriptions
Business and Personal Law
This course examines the roles and functions of law in our daily lives. Throughout the semester, students
Credit: .5
Grade:11, 12 will examine laws relating to societal living, contracts, property, and labor. In addition students will
1 semester through the study of God’s Word, determine how a Christian should live in an increasing litigious society.
Prerequisite: None
Money Matters
This course is designed to develop in the student financial management skills. Students will learn to use their
personal financial resources to enjoy today and be financially secure tomorrow. Proper Christian stewardship
Credit: .5 principles will be stressed. The class culminates with each student developing a personal financial plan.
Grade:11, 12
Because this course may be taken for a math credit or a business elective, students must meet with the
1 semester
Guidance department to determine where credit will apply.
Prerequisite: None
Marketing
Marketing is designed to enable the student to develop an understanding of the broad field of marketing.
Credit: .5 This course includes instructional areas designed to provide learning of the fundamental marketing processes,
Grade:10-12 i.e.: market concepts and strategies, sales and promotional techniques. The student will see why marketing
1 semester is important to the success of every organization and vital to our economic growth and development. The
students enrolled in this course will be part of a student-operated store. Prerequisite: None
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship provides students with the knowledge needed to realistically evaluate their potential as
Credit: .5
Grade: 10-12 business owners. This one-semester course encourages students to examine all the major steps involved in
1 semester starting a new business: Ownership, Strategy, Finance, and Marketing.
Prerequisite: None
Youth Apprenticeship
Youth apprenticeship integrates school-based and work-based learning to instruct students in
real world on-the-job skills defined by Wisconsin industries. Students are simultaneously enrolled
in academic classes to meet high school graduation requirements in an approved youth
Credit: 1 apprenticeship related instruction class, and are employed by a participating employer under
Grade:11, 12
the supervision of a skilled mentor. Eligible students must complete a minimum of 450 work-based
2 semesters
hours annually and provide their own transportation to and from the work-based training site.
Areas of youth apprenticeship include STEM, manufacturing, architecture and construction,
finance, and health science.
Prerequisite: Approval of Dept. Coordinator and Youth Apprenticeship Supervisor
24 Course CatalogEnglish
English courses are an essential component of a student’s high school education because reading and writing are the
most basic way students learn and communicate. This is true no matter what classes they take or what post-secondary
paths they choose. Each class will train them to think critically and communicate clearly, skills that are necessary for
success in the twenty-first century. Most importantly, students will practice Christian discernment as they read, write
about, and discuss the ideas taught in the English curriculum.
•4 credits of English are required for graduation from Wisconsin Lutheran High School.
•4 credits minimum of College Prep Path or Advanced College Prep Path courses are required for college admission.
Students are subject to prerequisite requirements and
department placement
International Advanced College
Career and College Prep Path
Student Path Prep Path
English 9 or International
English Learners
English 9: Foundations, English 9
Freshman Language Arts 1-3 Honors English 9
or English 9 International students only by
International English 9
placement
Choose: Composition
English Learners and Speech Composition and Composition and
Sophomore
Language Arts 1-3 Or Speech Speech
English 9
Choose: American
Literature 1,
English Learners American Literature 1, American Literature 1
Junior American Literature 2,
Language Arts 1-3 American Literature 2 American Literature 2
Composition, Speech,
or American Fiction
Choose: Choose:
Business Communi- British & Western Lit to
cations or British & 1800 or British & Western AP English
Western Lit to 1800 Lit. 1800-Present, or
English Learners Composition
Senior or British & Western Contemporary Literature.
Language Arts 1-3 & Literature
Lit.1800-Present or The opposite semester is placed
Contemporary Litera- by department testing:
ture or Introduction to Advanced Composition or Intro-
duction to College Writing,
College Writing
* Courses marked with an asterisk (*) will not be offered for 2022-23
25 Course CatalogEnglish Course Descriptions
English 9 Foundations
English 9: Foundations is a two period course that focuses on strengthening essential language
Credit: 2 arts skills in preparation for enrollment into the next level of the English curriculum.
Grade:9 (English 9: Foundations & English 9: Foundations Lab) Reading comprehension, writing, listening
2 semesters and speaking instruction are integrated into daily instruction. Upon successful completion of
this course, students will enroll in Speech and Composition courses.
Prerequisite: Placement by Department
English 9
This is the foundational course for the WLHS academic English program. It emphasizes academic
preparation in process writing, literary analysis, and oral language. Introduction to literary genre,
Credit: 1
Grade:9 literary techniques, and writing about literature; descriptive, narrative, and expository writing; library
2 semesters skills; English usage and mechanics; and introduction to using oral language are major topics.
This is a required Core Course Prerequisite: Placement by Department
Honors English 9
This is an accelerated course covering the course content of English 9. Placement into Honors
Credit: 1 English 9 is normally tied to being in other honors freshmen classes and having a high national
Grade:9 achievement test percentile coming into 9th grade. This is a Core Course.
2 semesters Prerequisite: Placement by Department
International English
English 9 International emphasizes language development of communication skills, including
Credit: 1 grammar, composition, vocabulary, speaking, and reading. Students develop writing skills
Grade:9 through the process of writing various types of paragraphs and essays. Literature studies include
2 semesters a variety of genres (short stories, poetry, and novels).
Prerequisite: Placement by Department
26 Course CatalogEnglish Course Descriptions
English Learners Language Arts 1-3
Students with English as their second language will be assigned to one of the three levels of ELL
as necessary for their progress until they reach an appropriate level of skill. Students will focus on
accelerating language development in all four areas of language learning (reading, writing,
speaking, and listening) as well as building academic vocabulary through word study. Students
will also be introduced to aspects of American culture through reading fiction and nonfiction
texts that increase in difficulty and complexity. Students will be working to attain English language
Credit: .5
Grade: 9-12 proficiency as specified in the World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) Standards.
1 semester As students progress through the three levels of ELL, they receive scaffolded and differentiated
Prerequisite: monitoring and instruction to support them in becoming college and career ready. Students will
Department concurrently be enrolled in English courses that meet WLHS graduation requirements. ELL credits will
Placement be counted as elective credits towards graduation. English as a second language students who
reach an overall iTEP (International Test of English Proficiency) score of level 5.5 will be exempted
from further assignment to ELL. This course is required for English as a second language students who
do not meet English Language proficiency standards as specified in the World-Class Instructional
Design and Assessment (WIDA) Standards. 1 credit for each year a student needs to be in ELL:
Language Arts. Prerequisite: Department Placement
Composition
This required course is designed to instruct all students in the mastery of competent process writing
Credit: .5
skills, mechanics and usage, sentence combining, and rewriting techniques. Students make
Grade:10-12
extensive use of the writing process and peer editing through various formal and creative works.
1 semester
This is a required Core Course Prerequisite: English 9
Speech
This required course is designed to instruct all students in the basics of oral communication
Credit: .5 important to success in school and life. Instruction will focus on expressive (spoken) and
Grade:10-12 receptive (listening) communication. Students will have the opportunity to build confidence in
1 semester speaking and writing as they develop speeches for presentation to their classroom audience.
This is a required Core Course Prerequisite: English 9
27 Course CatalogEnglish Course Descriptions
American Literature 1
This course is designed to provide continued practice in writing analytically about literature and
to acquaint students with the contributions made to and about our national cultural heritage
by American writers. Major topics will include reading literature critically, writing critically about
Credit: .5
Grade:11,12 literature in the essay and literary research paper, connections between American history and
1 semester American literature, ethnic diversity in American literature, modern American literature, and
emphases on several major American writers. This is a required course, except for those students
who took English 9: Foundations in their freshman year. This is a core course.
Prerequisite: Composition
American Literature 2
This course is designed to provide continued practice in writing analytically about literature and
to acquaint students with the contributions made to and about our national cultural heritage
by American writers. Major topics will include reading literature critically, writing critically about
Credit: .5
Grade:11,12 literature in the essay and literary research paper, connections between American history and
1 semester American literature, ethnic diversity in American literature, modern American literature, and
emphases on several major American writers. This is a required course, except for those students
who took English 9: Foundations in their freshman year. This is a core course.
Prerequisite: Composition
American Fiction
Students will read a variety of novels, short stories, poetry, and nonfiction written by American
authors. Students will analyze and respond to literature and see how the history of America
Credit: .5
Grade:10-12 has impacted the literature of the era. Students will gain a better understanding of the
1 semester various literary genres and techniques, analyze literature from a Christian perspective, and will
continue to improve skills in reading, writing, and oral communication. This is a core course.
Prerequisite: Placement determined by the English department.
British and Western Literature up to 1800
This course is offered as an introduction to the literary works of those pre-1800 authors who
have had a profound influence on the culture of the Western World. The works may include the
following: dramas from ancient Greece; Anglo-Saxon literature; works of Chaucer, Shakespeare,
Credit: .5 Swift; poetry of Donne, Goethe, and Pope. Through the selected works students will gain insight
Grade:12 into the philosophies, politics, and cultural mores of the Classical, Anglo-Saxon, Medieval,
1 semester Renaissance, and 18th Century periods. Excerpts from each genre will be analyzed through the
lens of Christian doctrine and practice, giving students the opportunity to evaluate how Western
literature reflects the Christian faith and conversely how their own faith is affected by the reading
of the works of early Western writers. This is a core course. Prerequisite: American Literature
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