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Curriculum Guide 2010-2011
Curriculum Guide 2010-2011
2010-2011
Duncan U. Fletcher
High School
2010-2011
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CURRICULUM GUIDE
Published by
Duncan U. Fletcher High School
Dane Gilbert, Principal
www.duvalschools.org/fhs
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MAJORS
ELECTIVE
COURSES
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Fletcher High School Majors & Courses
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Journalism 3 Latin 1 German 3
Journalism 4 Latin 2 German 4
Physical Education and Physics Visual & Performing Latin 1
Recreation Psychology* Arts Latin 2
AP Biology 2D Art* Latin 3
Anatomy Social Studies 3D Art* Latin 4
Beg. Weights* AP European Hist. AP Drawing AP Latin Literature
Int. Weights* AP Human Geo. Band 1 AP Latin Vergil
Adv. Weights* AP Psychology Band 2 Spanish 1
Beg. Aerobics* Civil War* Band 3 Spanish 2
Int. Aerobics * Contemp. Hist* Band 4 Spanish 3
Beg. Volleyball* Florida History* Ceramics 1* Spanish 4
Basketball* Vietnam War* Ceramics 2 Spanish 5
Soccer* Holocaust* Chorus 1 AP Spanish Lang.
Softball* Latin Am. Hist*. Chorus 2 AP Spanish Lit.
Team Sports 1* Law Studies* Chorus 3 SPNX101
Team Sports 2* Legal Systems* Chorus 4 SPNX121
Track & Field* Philosophy* Drama 1
Fit Lifestyle Des.* Psychology* Drama 2
Indiv. Dual Spts 1* Sociology* Drama 3
Indiv. Dual Spts 2* World Cult. Geo Drama 4 *Denotes 1/2
Outdoor Ed* World Religions* Drawing 1* Credit Course
Recreation* Draw Paint 1
STEM Draw Paint 2
Pre-Engineering AP Biology Guitar 1 Updated 01/21/10
AP Calculus AB Biology II Jazz Ensemble
AP Chemistry AP Calculus AB Musical Theater
AP Comp Science A AP Chemistry Portfolio
AP Comp Science AB AP Comp Science A Stage Craft 1
AP Physics C AP Comp Science AB Stage Craft 2
AP Statistics AP Enviro. Science
Advanced Topics AP Physics C World Languages
Biology II AP Statistics American Sign 1
Chemistry II Advanced Topics American Sign 2
Executive Internship I Analytic Geometry American Sign 3
Pre-Calculus Anatomy French 1
Trigonometry College Algebra French 2
Intensive Math French 3
Pre-Medicine Physical Science French 4
AP Biology Precalculus French 5
Biology 2 Probability & Stats AP French Lang.
AP Chemistry Trigonometry AP French Lit.
Chemistry 2 Key. & Business* FREX120
Anatomy Comp. & Business* FREX121
College Algebra Comp. College Car. German 1
Exec. Internship I German 2
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COURSE OFFERINGS
FOR 2010-2011
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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS I – 1 Practical Arts Credit – Year Course
This course emphasizes double-entry accounting; methods and principles of recording business transactions; the
preparation of various documents used in recording income, expenses, acquisition of assets, incurrence of liabilities, and
changes in equity; and the preparation of financial statements..
DIVERSIFIED EDUCATION
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EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION
COOPERATIVE CONSULTATION
Students are placed in regular classrooms and pursue a regular diploma. The ESE teacher assumes the responsibility of
meeting with the regular classroom teacher to monitor the student’s progress and make necessary accommodations and
modifications when appropriate. Teacher’s use of a variety of inclusionary techniques that help support students
pursuing a regular diploma in a mainstream class.
RESOURCE SETTING
ESE Teachers would provide total instruction and focused services in these models in which all the students being served
are students with exceptionalities. The setting for this service delivery model is other than the general education
classroom for a period(s) of the school day.
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attitudes and habits, appropriate hygiene and grooming skills, related safety procedures, appropriate decision-making
skills, specific job-related skills, and self-reliance and initiative.
HEALTH
HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH PHYSICAL EDUCATION (HOPE) –
1 Credit – Year Course- 11th grade
The purpose of this course is to develop and enhance healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices and student health
and fitness.
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LANGUAGE ARTS
ENGLISH IV: SPRINGBOARD LEVEL SENIOR ENGLISH – 1 English Credit – Year Course
Prerequisite: English III
Units introduce and explore literary theories and multiple perspectives. Throughout the year, students are introduced to
archetypal, feminist, historical, Marxist, reader response, and cultural criticism. Applying new perspectives to both
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familiar and unfamiliar texts enables students to consider carefully the concept of truth as it is presented in literature,
film, nonfiction texts, and drama.
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publication in The Northeaster, the student newspaper, and the class will produce a print publication at the end of each
semester showcasing their work.
MASS MEDIA I, II, III, AND IV (YEARBOOK) – 1 Elective Credit – Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation
The purpose of this course is to provide intermediate instruction which will enable the student to gain more
understanding of a variety of media. The content includes an exploration of mass media as vehicles of information,
entertainment, propaganda, and education. The major emphasis of the course is on the effective influences of the mass
media. Oral and written skills will be included. Experiences provided include performance for radio/TV and creation of
original products. (III, and IV are at high levels)
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MATHEMATICS
*A graphing calculator is highly recommended for Algebra II and higher.
COLLEGE LIBERAL ARTS – 1 Credit per semester – Year Course – Dual Enrollment
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Graphing calculator highly recommended.
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The major topics included in this course are linear equations and inequalities; quadratic equations and inequalities;
relations and functions; graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions; and
applications. Students may earn three dual enrollment college credits if acceptable scores are earned on the college
entrance examination.
PERFORMING ARTS
Performing Band, Dance, and Chorus events are available after school and during the evenings. UNIFORMS,
REHEARSALS, AND OUTSIDE PERFORMANCES ARE REQUIRED. A grade-point-average of 2.0 from each
previous semester is also required to perform.
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AUDITION ONLY: The Wind Ensemble will focus on developing instrumental musicianship at a very high level of
achievement. Students will be expected to audition for FBA All District Band, perform at Solo/Ensemble, and practice
at home. Taking private lessons is strongly encouraged to supplement this class. There will also be required rehearsals,
performances, and fees. All students enrolled in this class are required to participate in the marching band component.
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skills through improvisation, theater games, and scene work. Students in Drama II, III, and IV will continue to develop
their skills in a performance-oriented course.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
AEROBICS, BEGINNING – ½ Credit – Semester Course
The purpose of this course is to develop an optimal level of cardiovascular fitness and to acquire knowledge of
cardiovascular fitness and its effects on one’s health.
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BASKETBALL – ½ Credit – Semester Course
The purpose of this course is to acquire knowledge, skills, and fitness in basketball that may be used in recreational
pursuits throughout life.
SCIENCE
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY HONORS – 1 Science Credit – Year Course
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Prerequisite: Biology 1
The purpose of this course is to provide exploratory and advanced activities in the structures and functions of the
components of the human body.
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This course includes topics in severe weather, El Nino, climate change, astronomy, plate tectonics, volcanoes, and
earthquakes.
SOCIAL STUDIES
AMERICAN HISTORY – 1 Social Studies Credit – Year Course
This required course will focus on the events, times, men and women who developed this country.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT AMERICAN HISTORY – 1 Social Studies Credit – Year Course
Prerequisite: Minimum of 3.50 on FCAT Reading or “A” average in current Social Studies course or “A” average in
current English class.
The course content first semester is colonial period to Reconstruction; second semester is Gilded Age to 1970s. Essays
on average of 3 to 4 per grading period. Document based essay of three pages or more; free response essay of
approximately 2 to 3 pages. National exam given in May (if passed student receives college credit.)
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THE HISTORY OF THE VIETNAM WAR – ½ Social Studies Credit – Year Course
Requirements: Must have passed or be enrolled in U. S. History
This course provides students the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of the
Vietnam War by examining the political, economic, social, religious, military and cultural events that affected the war.
Topics include, but are not limited to an understanding of geographic/historic and time/space relationships, the use of
arbitrary periodization in the Vietnam War, and analysis of the United States military efforts and makeup in the war, and
evaluation of the role of the United States home front, interpretations of the effects of the media, film and literature
during and after the war, a judgment of crucial decisions made during the Vietnam War and an analysis of the effects of
the Vietnam War on our lives today.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
DRIVER EDUCATION – ½ Elective Credit – Semester Course
Prerequisite: A valid Florida driver’s license (Restricted or Operator)
This course consists of four phases: Classroom Simulator (drivotrainer), Multiple Car Driving Range and On-The-Street
Driving. Students will be awarded a certificate after successfully completing all four phases of the course. Space allows
only 150 students per semester to take Driver Education. Upper classmen will have priority. This class also includes the
4-hour traffic safety and substance abuse program. Students will have the opportunity to take the required written exam
for restricted license. Students are able to qualify for a waiver exempting them from the driving exam. This exemption
is based on driving performance.
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE, CAREER, AND LIFE- SLS 1103- ½ Elective
Credit- Dual Enrollment (3 Credit Hours)
This course is designed to assist students in developing skills that will help them succeed in college, career, and life. This
course will emphasize how basic academic success skills can be applied in a knowledge- based economy. Included in
this course are problem solving, communication skills, work ethics, introduction to information literacy, and other
related topics.
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VISUAL ARTS
AP PHOTOGRAPHY – 1 Fine Arts Credit – Year Course
Prerequisite: Photography II
This course is intended to provide advanced understanding of quality and breadth in photography. The content follows
the prescribed course of study outlined by the College Board, Educational Testing Service. Students will prepare and
submit a portfolio to the ETS, as required for evaluation. Students must complete summer work prior to the first day of
school. ** $25.00 fee for materials used in take home projects.
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This beginning level course introduces painting and drawing techniques in different media. Instruction emphasizes
development and strengthening of individual drawing and painting achievement. Color theory, compositional principles,
and a study of twentieth century art styles are presented. **$20.00 fee required for materials used in any take home
project.
WORLD LANGUAGES
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I – 1 World Language Credit – Year Course
This course is provided to teach students basic conversational skills in American Sign Language, develop grammatical
structures, expressive and receptive language, and understanding of the Deaf culture.
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Additional basic structures are presented in correlation with reading materials, and more complex forms of vocabulary
derivation are studied. Mythological, historical and sociological events of a more complex nature are studied as well .
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