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2019-2020 Course Offerings and Descriptions
INTRODUCTION
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2019-2020 COURSE OFFERINGS
- English Language Arts
- Mathematics
- SCIENCE
- SOCIAL STUDIES
- WORLD LANGUAGES
- Career and Technical Education
- FINE ARTS
- HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION
- English Language Development
English Language Arts
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Course Name: 10th Grade Literature and Composition EL
Course Number: 23.0620040
Prerequisite(s): 9 th Grade Lit & Comp EL,
Must be served in EL English Development classesStudents in these classes are currently receiving EL services.
Mathematics
Mathematics Courses Course
Geometry is the second course in a sequence of three required high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. The course represents a discrete study of geometry with correlated statistics applications.
SCIENCE
Science Courses
Prerequisite(s): Must be served in EL English Development classes
Prerequisite(s): Must be served in EL English Development classes
In the spring semester, this course is a mathematical approach to the study of measurement, modern atomic theory and chemical and physical properties of matter. Fall semester includes a mathematical approach to the study of major physical laws and the electromagnetic nature of matter.
International Baccalaureate Physics program is a two-year rigorous pre-university course. The focus of this program is to impart in students the knowledge and skills required to excel in their university studies. This course allows students to experience radical investigations are an integral part of the curriculum. Students are required to research a scientific problem, develop hypothesis, design an experiment, conduct investigations and draw conclusions. These challenges are normally felt at undergraduate level. The course introduces the students to Scientific methods and techniques which are needed for scientific investigations. Major topics include Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Nuclear and Quantum, and Astrophysics. Weighted class@
SOCIAL STUDIES
Social Studies Courses
Must be served in EL English Development classes
U.S. History ELL is a year-long course designed to meet the state requirements for graduation in the area of U.S. studies. It is designed for the study, interpretation and analysis of United States history from 1607 to the present. Students in this class are currently receiving EL services
Economics is designed to meet the state requirements for graduation in the area of economics. Economics is a survey course to acquaint students with the fundamental features of the American economic system. The roles of the producer, the consumer and government are emphasized. Weighted class@
Theory of Knowledge is an interdisciplinary requirement intended to stimulate critical reflection on the knowledge and experience gained inside and outside the classroom. The course challenges students to question the base of knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases, and to develop the ability to analyze evidence that is expressed in rational argument. It is a key element in encouraging them to appreciate other cultural perspectives. The course is unique to the IB Diploma Program. Weighted class@
WORLD LANGUAGES
WORLD LANGUAGES
This is an advanced introductory course for development of the four basic language skills in Spanish--listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special emphasis is placed on understanding and speaking current conversational Spanish and on the study of Spanish culture. Weighted class@
Course Name: Latin I
Prerequisite(s): Grades, current placement, standardized test scores, teacher recommendation
Prerequisite(s):IB Latin I, grades, current placement, standardized test scores, teacher recommendation
Course Number: 61.0113070
Prerequisite(s): Advanced German I, grades, current placement, standardized test scores
Career and Technical Education
Career Tech Pathways/Clusters 2019-2020
Courses required for Pathway CompletionSee descriptions below
- 07.4413000 Intro to Bus & Tech
- 06.4150000 Legal Environment of Business
- 06.4161000 Entrepreneurship
- 11.4150000 Intro to Digital Technology
- 11.4710000 Comp SC Principles OR AP Comp SC
- 11.4290000 Game Design: Animation & Simulation
Information Technology: Computer SC
- 11.4150000 Intro to Digital Technology
- 11.4710000 Comp SC Principles OR AP Comp SC
- 11.4160000AP Computer SC
Early Childhood Education
- 20.42810 Early Childhood Ed I
- 20.42400 Early Childhood Ed II
- 20.42500 Early Childhood Ed III
Army JROTC
- 28.43100 ARMY JROTC I
- 28.43200 ARMY JROTC II
- 28.43300 ARMY JROTC III
- 28.4400 ARMY JROTC IV
Audio and Video Technology & Film
- 10.41810 Audio & Video Tech & Film I
- 10.41910 Audio & Video Tech & Film II
- 10.42010 Audio & Video Tech & Film III
Graphic Design
- 48.46100 Intro to Graphic Design
- 48.46200 Graphic Design Production
- 48.42800 Advanced Graphic Design
- 08.4740000 Marketing Principles
- 08.4410000 Marketing & Entrepreneurship
- 08.4200000 Marketing Management
- 48.54100 Intro to Drafting & Design
- 48.5420000 Survey of Engineering Graphics
- 48.5430000 3D Modeling and Analysis
Engineering & Technology
- 21.4250000 Foundations of Engineering
- 21.4710000 Engineering Concepts
- 21.4720000 Engineering Applications
- 43.4500000 Intro to Law, Public Safety
- 43.4510000 Criminal Justice Essentials
- 43.4520000 Criminal Investigation & Forensics
Culinary Arts
- 20.43100 Intro to Culinary Arts
- 20.432010 Culinary I
- 20.43310 Culinary II
- 25.4210000 Introduction to Healthcare Science
- 25.440000 Essentials of Healthcare
- 25.446000 Sports Medicine
Business Management & Administration: Entrepreneurship
Course Name: Introduction to Business and Technology
Course Number: 07.4413000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course provides an overview of the business and technology skills required for today’s business environment. Students will learn the essentials for working in a business, managing a business and owning a business. This is the first course in the Entrepreneurship Pathway.
Course Name: Legal Environment of Business
Course Number: 06.4150000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Business and Technology
Interested in a career in the field of law or how the United States system of law works? This course that concentrates on an understanding of the role of law and ethics in our society is for you!
Course Name: Entrepreneurship
Course Number: 06.4161000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Business and Technology and Legal Environment of Business
Ready, set, action! Take this adventure and learn what it takes to start your own business. Each student will get to work in a student run business (DHS Balloon Shop) as part of their grade.
Marketing
Course Name: Marketing Principles
Course Number: 08.4740000
Prerequisite(s): none
Marketing Principles is the foundational course for all pathways in Marketing Education. Marketing Principles addresses all the ways in which marketing satisfies consumer and business needs and wants for products and services. Students develop skills in applying business and economic concepts to marketing, distribution and logistics, marketing information management, pricing mixes, promotional strategies, and personal selling.
Course Name: Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Course Number: 08.4410000
Prerequisite(s): Marketing Principles
Advanced Marketing builds on the principles and concepts taught in Marketing Principles. Students assume a managerial perspective in applying economic principles in marketing.
Course Name: Marketing Management
Course Number: 08.4420000
Prerequisite(s): Marketing, Accounting, or Finance
Entrepreneurship focuses on recognizing a business opportunity, starting, operating and maintaining a business. Preparation of a business plan allows students to experience all areas of business and marketing and the legal economic environments for operation of a new business venture.
Culinary Arts
Course name: Introduction to Culinary Arts
Course number: 20.4310000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course will include technical skills and terminology of food service, basic kitchen and dining room safety, sanitation, and operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
Course name: Culinary Arts I
Course number: 20.4321000
Prerequisite(s): Intro to Culinary Arts, teacher recommendation
This course involves knowledge and hands-on mastery of knife skills, moist and dry heat cooking methods, stocks, soups, breakfast foods, baked food products, and nutrition.
Course name: Culinary Arts II
Course number: 20.4331000
Prerequisite(s): 11th or 12th grade; Culinary Arts I, teacher recommendation
This course includes the study and preparation of regional, ethnic, and international cuisine. Preparation skills for meats, stocks and soups, vegetables and starches, hot and cold appetizers and baked products are experienced in this class.
Early Childhood Education
Course name: Early Childhood Education I
Course number: 20.4281000
Prerequisite(s): none
The study of human growth and development which includes newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers,
observation, guidance techniques, developmentally appropriate practice in a learning environment, introduction to children with special needs, career decisions, reading, and foundation skills.
Course name: Early Childhood Education II
Course number: 20.4240000
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of Early Childhood I, Grades, current placement
The study of health, safety, and nutrition for young children which includes safety, health, nutrition, child abuse, communicable diseases, creating a quality environment, employment opportunities and professional issues, reading, and foundation skills.
Course name: Early Childhood Education III
Course number: 20.4250000
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of Early Childhood I & II, Grades, current placement
The introduction of early childhood education includes historical perspective, professional work ethics, guidance and collaborative relationships, cultural diversity and special needs, routines and transition activities, program management and curriculum, learning environments, licensing and accreditation, career paths, professional portfolio guidelines, reading, and foundation skills.
STEM: Engineering & Technology
Course Name: Foundations to Engineering
Course Number: 21.4250000
Prerequisite(s): none
In this course, students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems. Students will learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. This course is designed for 9th or 10th grade students. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation.
Course Name: Engineering Concepts
Course Number: 21.4710000
Prerequisite(s): Foundations to Engineering, grades, current placement, standardized test scores
Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) focuses on creating all the necessary construction and building plans for a property site from residential houses to commercial buildings. Students will utilize one of the world’s most sophisticated computer software programs (individually or in teams) to design residential homes, commercial buildings or resorts.
Course Name: Engineering Applications (Robotics)
Course Number: 21.4720000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Engineering Design, grades, current placement, standardized test scores
This course helps students understand the field of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systems (VEX Robotics) and manufacturing processes helps students learn how engineers and
technicians use math, science, and technology to benefit people.
STEM: Engineering: Drafting & Design
Course Name: Introduction to Drafting and Design
Course Number: 48.4410000
Prerequisite(s): none
Introduction to Drafting and Design is the foundational course for the Architectural Drafting and Design pathway. Emphasis is placed on safety, geometric construction, fundamentals of computer-aided drafting, and multi-view drawings. Students learn drafting techniques through the study of geometric construction at which time they are introduced to computer-aided drafting and design. The standards are aligned with the national standards of the American Design Drafting Association.
Course Name: Survey of Engineering Graphics
Course Number: 48.5420000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Drafting and Design
Survey of Engineering Graphics is the second course in the Engineering Drafting and Design Career Pathway. The course is designed to build student skills and knowledge in the field of engineering graphics/technical drafting. The course focus includes employability skills, career opportunities, applied math, working drawings that include sectional, auxiliary, detail and pictorial views, and pattern developments. In addition, elements in applied mathematics are integrated throughout the course. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Drafting & Design.
Course Name: 3D Modeling and Analysis
Course Number: 48.5430000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Drafting and Design
Three-Dimensional (3D) Modeling and Analysis is a one-credit course that completes the pathway in Engineering Drafting and Design. Reverse engineering strategies are recommended for third level working drawings. Computer-aided design (CAD) is recommended for use extensively with each standard in the course. Focus is on employability strategies, career studies, applied math, fasteners, working drawings, and assembly drawings. The final culmination is a presentation project that contains information mastered throughout the three courses. The prerequisite for this course is Survey of Engineering Drafting & Design.
Law Enforcement / Forensic Science
Course name: Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Course number: 43.4500000
Prerequisite: none
Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security (LPSCS) is the pre-requisite for all other courses within the Career Cluster. This course provides students with career-focused educational opportunities in various LPSCS fields. It examines the basic concepts of law related to citizens’ rights and the responsibilities, and students will receive instruction in critical skill areas including: communicating with diverse groups, conflict resolution, ethics, CERT (Citizens Emergency Response Training, or similar program), basic firefighting, report writing, terrorism, civil and criminal law. Career planning and employability skills will be emphasized.
Course name: Criminal Justice Essentials
Course number: 43.4510000
Prerequisite: Introduction to Law, Public Safety
Criminal Justice Essentials provides an overview of the criminal justice system. Starting with historical perspectives of the origin of the system, the course reviews the overall structure. Students will become immersed in criminal and constitutional law and will review basic law enforcement skills. The course ends with a mock trial to provide participants with a first-hand experience of the criminal justice system. The course will also provide in-depth competencies and components for the co-curricular SkillsUSA student organization that should be incorporated throughout instructional strategies of the course. Participation in additional student organizations that align with Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security pathways (i.e. mock trial) is encouraged to enhance standards addressed in the curriculum. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security.
Course name: Criminal Investigation and Forensics
Course number: 43.4520000
Prerequisite: Introduction to Law or Teacher Approval
Forensic Science and Criminal Investigations is a course designed to contextualize scientific principles within the career studies of students interested in criminal justice. The course will utilize scientific equipment; therefore, instructors should have access to a science lab if their Career and Technical Education lab is not equipped. Students will study the forensic application of principles of chemistry, biology, physics and other disciplines. Students will utilize chromatography, electrophoresis, microscopic observation, and other scientific techniques in their studies. Students will also learn some investigative techniques and crime scene investigation skills through the lens of the scientific method. The prerequisites for this course are Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security and Criminal Justice Essentials.
Graphic Design
Course Name: Introduction to Graphic Design
Course Number: 48.4610000
Prerequisite(s): none
Students will build design skills with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design software, wireless drawing pads,
scanning, and digital photography to create a variety of finished products including T shirts, mugs, bags, and posters.
Course Name: Graphic Design Production
Course Number: 48.4620000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Graphic Design
Students will expand their design skills with magazines, packaging, corporate identity, T shirts, and more. Screen printing, digital photography, wide format printing and basic flash animation will be offered.
Course Name: Advanced Graphic Design
Course Number: 48.4280000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Graphic Design, Graphic Design Production
Students will expand their design skills; participate in Skills USA Professional Development Program. Build portfolios and continue Flash Animation skills.
ARMY JROTC
Course Name: Leadership Education and Training I (LET I)
Course Number: 28.4310000
Prerequisite: none
Introduction to Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC). The student (called a cadet) will learn the fundamentals of military drill, inspections, and customs and traditions of the military. Improving personal image and appearance are essential elements of this course. You will be issued a military uniform at no cost, and will be required to wear the uniform once each week. Physical fitness training and team building activities are weekly outdoor events. You may earn military rank, ribbons and awards as you progress within the Army JROTC program.
Course Name: Leadership Education and Training II (LET II)
Course Number: 28.4320000
Prerequisite: LET I
Intermediate Leadership, Character Development, and Life Skills, Geography and Government. During the second year of Army JROTC, you will continue to develop team building. You will serve in leadership positions as a team leader, squad leader or platoon sergeant. Public speaking and communication skills are emphasized along with perfection of military skills.
Course Name: Leadership Education and Training III (LET III)
Course Number: 28.4330000
Prerequisite: LET II
Advanced Leadership, Principles of Management, Advanced Life Skills, Orienteering and History. In the third year of Army JROTC, you will serve in leadership positions as a senior sergeant and junior officer. Management of larger units and resources is emphasized. You will plan and organize battalion activities.
Course Name: Leadership Education and Training IV (LET IV)
Course Number: 28.4340000
Prerequisite: LET III
Leadership Seminar, Emotional Intelligence, History, Life Skills Seminar, Earth Science, Citizenship and History. Army JROTC cadets will plan, organize, and supervise all aspects of the Catamount Army JROTC Battalion. You will serve in positions as senior officers.
Audio and Video Technology and Film
Course Name: Audio and Video Technology & Film I
Course Number: 10.4181000
Prerequisite(s): none
Students will develop skills in the production of video by learning terminology and concepts through projects using digital video equipment and editing software.
Course Name: Audio and Video Technology & Film II
Course Number: 10.4191000
Prerequisite(s): Audio and Video Technology & Film I
Students will produce quality productions using the video studio and will focus on the details of lighting and audio. Students will use advanced software to learn motion graphics, special effects, and complex video editing.
Course Name: Audio and Video Technology & Film III
Course Number: 10.4201000
Prerequisite(s): Audio and Video Technology & Film I & II
Students will work with a development team to design their own video productions. An emphasis will be placed on script writing, editing using advanced software, and producing real-world projects.
Course Name: Digital Media Design (Yearbook)
Course Number: 48.4680000
Prerequisite(s): Teacher approval and application process
Design, market, and produce, and distribute the DHS yearbook.
Information Technology: Computer Science OR Game Design
The rapidly changing digital world of the Information Technology Career Cluster engages
students in hands-on learning to prepare for careers that create, use, modify, and engage
technology skills. Graphics, multimedia animation, web design, game and application
development, networking, and computer repair are all possibilities.
Course Name: Introduction to Digital Technology
Course Number: 11.4150000
Prerequisite(s): It is strongly recommended that students be successful in their previous year Math class as this course uses mathematical concepts.
Introduction to Digital Technology is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world. Exposure to foundational knowledge in hardware, software programming, web design, IT support, and networks are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-focused tasks. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business and industry. Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), are integral components of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course. The knowledge and skills taught in this course build upon each other to form a comprehensive introduction to a digital world.
Course Name: Computer Science Principles
Course Number: 11.4710000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Digital Technology
How can computing change the world? What is computer science? Engage your creativity, demonstrate and build your problem solving ability all while connecting the relevance of computer science to the society! Computer Science Principles is an intellectually rich and engaging course that is focused on building a solid understanding and foundation in computer science. The focus of this course will fall into these computational thinking practices: connecting computing, developing computational artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, communicating, and collaborating. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business and industry.
Course Name: AP Computer Science
Course Number: 11.4160000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Digital Technology, Computer Science Principles
AP Computer is equivalent to a college level course in computer science. The course introduces students to computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design using Java language. These techniques represent proven approaches for developing solutions that can scale up from small, simple problems to large, complex problems. The AP computer Science course curriculum is compatible with many CSI courses in colleges and universities. Weighted class@
Course Name: Game Design: Animation and Simulation
Course Number: 11.4290000
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Digital Technology, Computer Science Principles
Students completing is course will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles used at every stage of the game creation process. First, game genres and modes of play are explored in terms of the psychology of incentives, motivation to play, and social networking. Next, virtual characters and non-player characters are reviewed from concept drawing to 2D and 3D art, rigging, and animation. Next, level design, storytelling, and animation are added to develop a virtual world around the characters. These same techniques are at work in training simulator systems, virtual shopping experiences, augmented reality, and a number of other important career options. Schools offering this program can provide a foundation of traditional drawing, illustration, and art courses to make way for the 2D and 3D animation, storytelling, character development, audio, and game technology.
Work-based Learning
Course Name: Work-based Learning (Work Periods)
Course Number:
Prerequisite(s): 11th or 12th grader; Interview
This program is open to juniors and seniors who have a focused career interest. Students attend school for required classes and the remainder of the day is spent at the work-based learning site. Work-based learning site requirements vary with the number of release periods. In order to enroll in work-based learning the student must complete the application process, and have an interview with the work-based learning coordinator.
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts Courses
Choral Music
Course Name: Advanced Chorus
Course Number: 54.0231000
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This is an advanced course designed for the study and performance of advanced, three-part vocal music written for men and women to sing together. Music studied and performed will cover various styles and may include pop, rock, jazz, classical and country. Students will also learn professional performance techniques to enhance the way in which they present themselves.
Course Name: Catamount Singers
Course Number: 54.0234000
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This is an advanced course designed for the study and performance of advanced, four-part vocal music written for men and women to sing together. Music studied and performed will cover various styles and may include pop, rock, jazz, classical and country. Students will also learn professional performance techniques to enhance the way in which they present themselves
Course Name: Beginning Music Theory and Composition
Course Number: 53.02100
Prerequisite(s): none
Introduces the fundamentals of organized sound, emphasizing rules of Western music composition and offering opportunities to create original works. Students will develop the ability to describe, understand, and recognize aspects of tonal music, and skills in sight-singing, dictation/aural, written aspects, composition, and
analytical areas. Students will be exposed to a variety of exercises designed to develop these skills including listening, performance, writing, creating, and analyzing music. While the main emphasis is placed on music of the Common Practice Period (1600-1750), music of other stylistic periods may also be studied. Explores use of technology for composition.
Band Music
Course Name: Concert Band
Course Number: 53.0371000
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This course is open to students who desire to participate in a performing concert ensemble. The performance ensemble concentrates on study and refinement of the band literature specified as grades 3 and 4 by the Georgia Music Educators Association Handbook. Marching band is an extra-curricular activity. Students participating in marching band must be in symphonic band, concert band, or percussion class. Exception – color guard is not required to take a band class.
Course Name: Symphonic Band
Course Number: 53.0761000
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This course is open to students who can demonstrate a strong level of proficiency in the basic fundamentals of tone production, technique, and music reading. This is a performance ensemble class which concentrates on study and refinement of the band literature specified as grades 4, 5 and 6 by the Georgia Music Educators Association Handbook. Marching band is an extra-curricular activity. Students participating in marching band must be in symphonic band, concert band, or percussion class. Exception – color guard is not required to take a band class.
Course Name: Percussion
Course Number: 53.0384000
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This course is designed to teach students about the total percussion concept, performance outside, performance during movement, and help students develop a better understanding of an increasingly complex area of performance. Percussion sections have increased in size and instrumentation and have become so specialized that more detailed instruction is required. Marching band is an extra-curricular activity. Students participating in marching band must be in symphonic band, concert band, or percussion class. Exception – color guard is not required to take a band class.
Course Name: IB Music
Course Number: 53.0290070
Prerequisite(s): Placement audition
This is a program of highly advanced musical study intended to fulfill the requirements leading to an IB diploma. It is primarily designed as a two-year course for IB students, but can be taken by others upon approval. Course content consists of an intense examination of music history and literature, theory, individual instrument performance, group performance, and composition. Due to the smaller numbers of individuals involved in this
course (and in order to facilitate the group performance component of the program), students enrolled in this class will actually attend the larger ensemble classes, while completing the majority of their IB coursework in guided independent study. Weighted class@
Drama
Course Name: Drama I
Course Number: 52.0210000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course explores the fundamentals of Acting and Theatre Arts, including Pantomime, Basic Script Analysis, Set Design, Costume Design, Makeup, and Theatre History from the Ancient Greeks to the Modern Era.
Course Name: Drama II
Course Number: 52.0220000
Prerequisite: Drama I
This course explores the Acting methodology of Constantine Stanislavski, Scene Study, and the Theatre as a Profession.
Course Name: Drama III
Course Number: 52.0230000
Prerequisite: Drama I & II
This course explores the Methodologies of Theatre Practitioners such as Antonin Artaud, Bertolt Brecht, Stella Adler, and Sanford Meissner, as well as the fundamentals of playwriting and directing.
Course Name: Technical Theater I
Course Number: 52.0410000
Prerequisite(s): none
This introductory course explores the definition, design, and use of technical elements associated with theatre sets, props, costumes, makeup, lights, and sound. Students will learn how to design and build sets for various theatre productions including, but not limited to the DHS one-act competition play in the fall, the DHS winter play and the DHS Spring Musical. In addition to building sets, students will analyze various set design components from video sources. This class relies heavily on class participation and working in groups. Students will be expected to use power tools in the class at times after learning proper operation and safety.
Visual Arts
Course Name: Drawing I
Course Number: 50.0311000
Prerequisite(s): none (1st art class)
The student will create artwork through drawing, painting, printmaking and crafts. The student will work
with graphite, charcoal, inks, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics, watercolor, handmade paper, copper relief, textiles and batik painting with dye and wax. The student will develop basic skills and an understanding of the elements and principles of art. This course is the prerequisite for higher-level Drawing and Painting courses, IB Art and Advanced Placement Art.
Course Name: Drawing II
Course Number: 50.0312000
Prerequisite(s): Drawing I (2nd art class)
The student will work from still life, landscape, portraiture, the figure, and creativity-based subjects. The student will work with graphite, charcoal, inks, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics, watercolor, handmade paper, copper relief, textiles and batik painting with dye and wax. The student will build on the skills developed in Drawing I.
Course Name: Drawing and Painting I
Course Number: 50.0313000
Prerequisite(s): Drawing I & II (3rd art class)
The student will work from still life, landscape, portraiture, the figure, and creativity-based subjects. The student will work with graphite, charcoal, inks, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics, watercolor, handmade paper,
copper relief, textiles and batik painting with dye and wax. The student will build on the skills developed in Drawing I and II and work towards developing artwork from personal interests.
Course Name: Drawing and Painting II
Course Number: 50.0314000
Prerequisite(s): Drawing I & II and Drawing and Painting I (4th art class)
The student will work from still life, landscape, portraiture, the figure, and creativity-based subjects. The student will work with graphite, charcoal, inks, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics, watercolor, handmade paper, copper relief, textiles and batik painting with dye and wax. The student will build on the skills developed in Drawing I, II, and Drawing and Painting I and work towards developing a portfolio or artwork from personal interests.
Course Name: IB Art
Course Number: 50.0813070
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio Review, Interview, and any of the following: Drawing I, Drawing &
Painting I, or Ceramics & Pottery I
IB Art is open to IB diploma candidates and is an option of Group Six (Arts and Electives). It can also be taken as a stand-alone course for those not pursuing an IB diploma. The program is 2 years. It begins as a junior and culminates at the end of the senior year. The studio portion of this course will enable students to discover and develop ideas through independent and personal exploration of various media. The student will explore the creative process, build skills, and communicate ideas through art. The research portion of this course will focus on topics to enable the student to understand art in a cultural, historical, and social context. Students are required to keep a process portfolio, complete a comparative study, and curate their own exhibition. Weighted class@
Course Name: Ceramics and Pottery I
Course Number: 50.0411000
Prerequisite(s): none
Students will explore the basic sculptural techniques: carving, modeling, and construction. Students will use materials such as clay, plaster, paper mache, textiles, and found objects to make both expressive pieces of art work and functional pieces. There will also be a sculptor research component in this course.
Course Name: Ceramics and Pottery II
Course Number: 50.0412000
Prerequisite(s): Ceramics and Sculpture I
Students will continue to explore methods of sculpture introduced in Ceramics and Pottery I. Students will also explore more advanced sculptural techniques. There will also be a sculptor research component in this course.
Course Name: Ceramics and Pottery III
Course Number: 50.0611000
Prerequisite(s): Ceramics and Sculpture I & II
Students will begin to work in series to more fully develop artistic ideas. Approximately half of the course will be involved with ceramic techniques; hand building, potters’ wheel, and clay modeling. There will also be a sculptor research component in this course.
Course Name: IB Art (3D Concentration)
Course Number: 50.0814070
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio Review, Ceramics & Sculpture I, Interview
IB Art is open to IB diploma candidates and is an option of group six (arts and electives). The studio portion of this course will enable students to discover and develop ideas through independent and personal exploration of various media: clay, wood, mixed media, etc. The student will explore the creative process, build skills and communicate ideas through art. The research portion of this course will focus on topics to enable the student to understand art in a cultural, historical, and social context. The students will record their artistic exploration in a journal which will contain both visual sketches and verbal notes gathered during the stages of studio work and personal research. Weighted class@
HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Health, Physical Education and Driver Training Courses
Course Name: Fitness
Course Number: 36.0510000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course is a state-required one semester class designed to provide instruction in methods to attain a healthy
level of physical fitness. Instruction covers how to develop a lifetime fitness program based on a personal fitness assessment, and stresses strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition and cardiovascular
endurance. The course includes fitness principles, nutrition, fad diets, weight control, stress management, adherence strategies and consumer information; promotes self-awareness and responsibility for fitness.
Course Name: Health and Safety
Course Number: 17.0110000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course is a state-required one semester class that explores the mental, physical and social aspects of life and how each contributes to total health and well-being; emphasizes safety, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse
prevention, disease prevention, environmental health, family life education, health careers, consumer health and community health. Drug and alcohol information required for Georgia driver's licensing is included. A brief unit of study in sex education is included in the state mandated curriculum. Parents may request a set of alternative assignments for their student by contacting the Assistant Principal/Curriculum Director.
Course Name: Team Sports
Course Number: 36.0210000
Prerequisite(s): none
This course introduces fundamental skills, strategies and rules associated with team sports such as
basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, baseball, speed ball, pickle ball, kickball, and flag football, tennis, badminton. This is an elective course and can be taken for only one semester. It is highly recommended that health and fitness be taken before taking this course.
Course Name: Physical Conditioning
Course Number: 36.0520000
Prerequisite(s): none
Elective credit enhances flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance and body composition. This course includes fitness concepts for the development of healthy, lifetime habits while emphasizing self-management and adherence strategies.
Course Name: Weight Training
Course Number: 36.0540000
Prerequisite(s): Fitness and health recommended
This is an elective course which introduces weight training with an emphasis on proper lifting techniques and weight room safety. The course is designed to increase the student’s knowledge of weight training and fitness concepts to develop healthy lifetime habits. The course allows students to work on an individualized level and progress at a safe pace. Included are muscular strength exercises, flexibility exercises, muscular endurance exercises, body shaping exercises for specific muscles, power training exercises and cardiovascular conditioning exercises. Advanced students will increase strength and cardiovascular fitness through an individualized training program with emphasis on self-management and adherence strategies.
Course Name: Driver Education
Course Number: 17.0140000
Prerequisite(s): Learner's Permit by 1st day of class; other licensed drivers will be considered
(oldest to youngest) based on available space.
Driver Training offers non-drivers and beginning drivers fifteen years of age or older a minimum of 30 hours of classroom instruction, simulated driving experiences and 6 hours behind the wheel. The course stresses defensive driving skills, driving maneuvers, traffic laws and vehicle control. Driver Training helps the student develop knowledge and refine perceptual critical thinking skills for safe driving.