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February, 2022
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The Career & Educational Planning Guide is available online:
www.sarcoxie.k12.mo.us
Table of Contents
General Information
Letter of Introduction ............................................................................................. 3
Mission .................................................................................................................. 4
Graduation Requirements
High School Requirements .................................................................................... 5
Minimum Post-High School Admissions Requirements ....................................... 6
Athletic Eligibility
Missouri State High School Activities Association Eligibility .............................. 7
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Requirements .......................... 7
National Collegiate Athletic Association Requirements ........................................ 7
National Collegiate Athletic Association Eligibility Center .................................. 8
Career Planning
Purpose of Career Clusters .................................................................................... 11
Career Planning Common Language ..................................................................... 12
Career Preparation, Choices After High School .................................................... 13
Career Paths & Clusters ......................................................................................... 15
Program of Study Templates by Cluster ............................................................... 18
Course Descriptions
Course Descriptions by Department ...................................................................... 27
Franklin Technology Center Program Offerings ................................................... 53
Forms
A+ Schools Program Agreement ........................................................................... 57
A+ Schools Program Citizenship Guidelines......................................................... 58
Master Schedule 2018-2019…… .......................................................................... 62
Personal Plan of Study ........................................................................................... 63
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GENERAL INFORMATION
February 2022
This Career and Educational Planning Guide is intended to assist students as they make
plans for a career that will lead to a rewarding and enjoyable future. We urge students
and parents to work with the school faculty to review the information in this book in
preparation for creating the students’ personal plan of study. Each year you will annually
revisit the student’s personal plan of study (ICAP). The personal plan of study is the
student’s unique plan of study which outlines courses that align with future education
and career goals. When students see the relevancy of high school course work to what
they aspire to in their future, they are more apt to take school more seriously and enroll in
more rigorous courses. Remember course selection is very important and schedule
changes can be very difficult.
Parent, please familiarize yourself with the abundance of information in this book and
actively participate with your school and student in creating and reviewing your child’s
personal plan of study. Students rank parents as the most influential people in their lives.
Challenge your students to set high standards, select courses and school activities which
directly help them achieve personal and career goals, work hard to achieve these goals
and attend classes daily. Embrace the power of your influence and genuinely engage in
educational pursuits with your child(ren).
We look forward to partnering with you for a successful year. Please don’t hesitate to
contact us if we can be of assistance.
Sincerely,
April Ellis
Guidance Counselor
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Sarcoxie R-II Missouri Statement
The school is the primary educational resource of the community. Its purpose is to provide a
learning environment through which all students can benefit academically, socially, physically,
and emotionally. The environment will ensure that an academic foundation is in place to promote
the skills necessary to be productive embers of an ever-changing society.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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SARCOXIE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
CURRICULAR Graduation Requirements
AREAS
COMMUNICATION 4 units
SKILLS (Must include 1 unit in a core English class for each grade 9-12)
3 units
MATHEMATICS (Some Universities require four units of Math Algebra I and above) Students who
take Algebra I as an 8th grader with be required to take 3 additional math credits in
grades 9-12.
PHYSICAL 1 unit
EDUCATION (Must include 1/2 unit of Foundations of Fitness)
PERSONAL
FINANCE 1/2 unit
ELECTIVES 9 units
Totals 26 units
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MINIMUM MISSOURI POST-HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
***Subject to Change***
Please check with the school of your choice for the most accurate
requirements.
CURRICULAR Entering Freshman Missouri Public Community & Military Apprenticeships
AREAS University of 4 Year Colleges Technical Careers
Missouri (UCM, MSU) Colleges
System Credit Credit
Requirements Requirements
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION 1 Units 1 Units
GENERAL INFORMATION
GEN
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ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
ERAL INFORMATION
Dual Enrollment/MOVIP: Students planning to participate in dual enrollment/MOVIP classes should visit
with their counselor or Activities Director to make sure they will be eligible to participate in MSHSAA
sanctioned activities. More information can be found at: www.mshsaa.org
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National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Eligibility Center
All high school student-athletes wishing to compete in college must register with the NCAA Eligibility
Center. Information about the Eligibility Center can be found in the Guide for the College-Bound
Student-Athlete. The NCAA national office does not handle initial-eligibility certifications. Please do not
contact the NCAA national office with inquiries regarding an individual's initial-eligibility status,
including whether transcripts, student release forms, etc., were received or about when you will be
cleared. The Eligibility Center maintains and processes all of the initial-eligibility certifications. More
information can be found at: www.ncca.org
A+ Schools Program
The Sarcoxie R-II Schools A+ Program strives to ensure that students are prepared for and successful in
life beyond high school. The A+ Schools Program provides students with continuous, progressive career
information throughout the students’ years in the Sarcoxie School District. The program focuses on
ensuring students have course offerings that are rigorous and relevant to the world outside the classroom
that will better prepare them for their paths after high school.
For Additional Information about the A+ Schools Program contact Mrs. Ellis or the Department of Higher
Education website (www.dhe.mo.gov).
Articulated Credit
Articulation agreements are set up for certain career, technical or occupational courses that are offered
through a postsecondary institution such as Crowder College. Articulated credit is earned by successfully
completing a career, technical, or occupational course with an 80% or higher. Enrollment for articulated
credit must be made while the student is enrolled in the high school equivalent course. The college credit
will appear on a college transcript once a student graduates high school and earns 15 hours of college
credit through the post-secondary institution. There is no cost to the student for articulated credit.
Weighted Courses
The following courses for 2021-2022 are weighted according to the scale listed below: College Prep
English, College Algebra, College Trigonometry, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology II, Calculus, and
Spanish III/IV. The following is based on an 11 point scale. If weighted classes change over the course of
a high school career, a student will receive weighted credit for any class that was weighted when they
entered high school as freshman and any addition to. Refer to School Handbook for specific info on
weighted courses.
A 14 B+ 12 C+ 9
A- 13 B 11 C 8
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B- 10 C- 7
CPR
Students must complete 30 minutes of CPR training prior to graduation.
Scheduling
Scheduling is completed in the spring of the preceding school year. The counselor will review credit
requirements with students and discuss recommended courses for the next school year. Using a course
selection worksheet, students will request courses for the next school year. Students do not request their
teachers, class times or lunch period, only their courses. Students are expected to take the classes
originally requested. Students will provide alternate course selections in the event that the original courses
selected are not available. Students are not guaranteed their elective course selections as the schedule is
based on class size and course availability. Students will be issued a final schedule during open house.
Schedule Changes
Student initiated schedule change: Students who want to change a class prior to the end of the
semester may only do so during the designated schedule change time. The time of schedule changes will
be posted in the school bulletin and also on the counseling webpage.
Parent initiated schedule change: A conference including the parent, teacher, administrator and
counselor must first be held. After appropriate intervention strategies, a schedule change request
may be submitted for consideration and approval.
• Schedule changes that result in a student dropping/being removed from a class may result
in a grade of “F” for the semester.
Teacher initiated schedule change: Teachers may request a schedule change if they feel a
student has been inappropriately placed at the beginning of a course. Level changes must be
approved by the administration before being submitted to the Counseling Department for
consideration and approval. All teacher initiated schedule changes require parent notification.
Special Education initiated schedule change: No changes will be made to an IEP schedule without
approval from Special Services.
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COLLEGE AND CAREER
GUIDANCE
Career Fair
The Sarcoxie High School will make available to all high school students a yearly career fair for student
to explore a variety of careers. Community leaders provide information on career leadership and school-
to-work transition.
College Visits
Students are allowed one college visit during the senior year. Students must first come to the counselor’s
office to obtain a form. The form must be signed by teacher’s whose classes they will be absent. When
this is completed the student will need to register in the counseling office for permission to be granted and
turn the form into the attendance office. The student will be given a form to have signed by a
representative of the college during their visit. The form will need to be returned to the attendance office
for the absence to be excused. Approved college visits are excused and are not counted against the
attendance record.
ACT
The guidance department encourages students to begin taking their ACT exam the spring of their
sophomore year. The ACT is a national test that is used at most colleges for admission and is also many
times a requirement for scholarship applications. Students are encouraged to take the assessment more
than once. An ideal schedule would be for a student to take the exam the spring of their sophomore year,
fall and spring of their junior year and in the fall of their senior year. Waivers are available in the
counseling office for those who are on free or reduced lunch. Students can qualify for a maximum of two
fee waivers as juniors and seniors.
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CAREER PLANNING
Benefits
Deciding on a career path can assist you in exploring your interests and preparing for your future. The
intent is not for you to decide on a specific occupation for the rest of your life, but to select a career path
into which you can begin directing your energies. Identifying a career path can help you in selecting
school courses, activities, and part-time employment. It can also help guide your participation in job
shadowing, career exploration and internships. A career path choice is not a permanent commitment. As
you have new experiences, you learn new things about yourself and may decide to change career paths. If
you decide on a different career path to explore, you should discuss it with your counselor and adjust your
future course selections in accordance with your new career exploration.
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Career Planning Common Language
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CAREER PREPARATION
High School
Develop Your Personal Plan of Study
Select Career Path and Cluster
WORK
MILITARY
On-the-Job Training
SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS On the Job Training
Apprenticeship
Area Career Centers Skill Development
PROGRAMS
Vocational & Technical Continued Education
Schools
College Financial
Community & Technical Assistance
Colleges
Your Career
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Educational Options After High School
ON-THE-JOB Some occupations do not require training prior to employment; rather additional
TRAINING training and skills required beyond high school are provided by the employer.
Examples include laborers in agriculture, fast foods, construction, retail stores and
services.
APPRENTICESHIP Apprenticeship is a three to four-year training program where you earn money
while you learn, working on the job. You receive a license at the end of training.
Examples of trades that use apprenticeships are Bricklayer, Electrician, Floor
Layer, Iron Worker, Operating Engineer, Painter, and Pipe Fitter.
AREA CAREER Area Career Centers provide career and technical education and training for both
CENTERS high students and adults. Specialized programs lead to certification, accreditation,
or licensure in desired fields such as Automotive Technology, Culinary Arts,
Cosmetology, Health and Senior Services, Nursing and Business.
VOCATIONAL & These Proprietary Schools are different than Area Career Centers. They offer
TECHNICAL SCHOOL specialized programs that may last from one month to four years in length. Programs
include: practical nursing, robotics, truck driving, cosmetology, and some areas of
business and dental careers. Enrollment requirements are unique to each institution.
COMMUNITY & Community and Technical Colleges serve the diverse learning, workforce and
TECHNICAL economic development of their communities. Two-year “degree” vocational
COLLEGE training, associate degrees, or credit transfer to a college or university where you
can pursue a bachelor’s degree are offered. Most community colleges have an
open enrollment policy for high school graduates and individuals with GEDs.
COLLEGE & A bachelor’s degree typically requires four years to complete. A master’s degree
UNIVERSITY usually requires one to two years beyond the bachelor’s degree. Entrance
requirements depend on the desired program, major and school.
MILITARY The armed forces provide training for almost every job available in the private
sector. Continuing education is expected. Multiple options are provided to
continue your education during and after your enlistment High school graduation
is required. Military academies like West Point or University ROTC are also
options.
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CAREER PATHS & CAREER CLUSTERS
Health Services
Health Science
Human Services
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The Sixteen Career Clusters
Careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
Planning, managing and providing education and training services, and related learning
support services.
Planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business
financial management.
Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human
needs.
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Building Linkages in IT Occupations Framework: For Entry Level, Technical, and
Professional Careers Related to the Design, Development, Support and Management of
Hardware, Software, Multimedia, and Systems Integration Services.
Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland
security, including professional and technical support services.
Planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final
products and related professional and technical support activities such as production
planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.
Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical
services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing
services, and research and development services.
Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline,
air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as
transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile
equipment and facility maintenance.
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Sarcoxie High School
Career Clusters Program of Study Templates
“What do you want to do after high school?” That is a question that is asked of our students a multitude
of times over the course of their public school education. It’s a question that is not easily answered, due to
the enormous number of possible post-secondary alternatives that are currently available to our students.
Technological advances and global competition have transformed the nature of both education and work.
Tomorrow’s jobs will require more knowledge and training, highly developed 21st Century Skills,
technological skills, and more flexible workers than ever before. Our students need to be prepared for,
and informed of, the reality of several job and career changes over the course of their lifetimes. They need
to understand that they will have to continually update their knowledge and skills, which may require
additional training and/or education.
The Sarcoxie School District offers a wide array of courses and experiences to its students. As students
review course offerings and activities, we hope to guide them in choosing coursework and experiences
that are relevant to their future goals.
In planning for post-secondary goals, students should start with examining where their own interests and
talents lie. This can be accomplished in many different ways within the school district; researching middle
and high school classes of interest, taking interest and skill inventories, participating in career fairs
offered, and taking advantage of the many extra-curricular and enrichment activities available. The school
district uses the Missouri Connections online program (www.missouriconnections.org) for interest
assessments and to explore the variety of options students have beyond high school.
Using the results of career assessments students create their personal plan of study (ICAP) for their high
school years and beyond. School counselors, teachers and other district personnel, are available to guide
students and parents in this important planning process. The planning process is critical to not only
meeting graduation requirements, but also to taking the coursework that will ultimately lead to a
successful post-secondary transition.
The following program of study templates, serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, to
help students develop their personal plans of study. Courses listed within these program of study
templates are recommended coursework only and should be individualized to meet each learner’s
educational and career goals. Some courses may not be offered every year.
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Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Animal Systems Natural Resources Design / Pre-Construction
Business Systems Food Product Processing Construction
Environmental Services Plant Science Maintenance Operations
Plant Science, Horticulture, Landscaping
Power Structural and Technical Systems
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Animal Caretaker General Farm Worker / Laborers Structural Iron and Steel Workers Brick Masons and Block Masons
Livestock Worker Farm Supply Salesperson Masons
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Pest Control Workers Roofers
Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, Applicators Butcher and Meat Cutters Painters, Construction and Maintenance Plasterers and Stucco
Logging Equipment Operators Slaughters and Meat Packers Glaziers Construction Laborers
General Logging Laborers Florists Highway Maintenance Workers Floor Sanders and
Nursery / Greenhouse Workers Welder, Cutters, and Welder Fitters Finishers
Landscaping and Grounds Keeping Workers Rough
Carpenters
12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective 12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective
Social Studies Elective 3- Electives Social Studies Elective 3- Electives
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Arts, A/V Technology & Communications Business Management & Administration
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Audio and Visual Technology and Film Administrative and Information Support Marketing
Journalism and Broadcasting Business Analysis General Management
Printing Technology Visual Arts Performing Arts Financial Management and Accounting
Telecommunications Human Resources Management
12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective 12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective
Social Studies Elective 3- Electives Social Studies Elective 3- Electives
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Education & Training Finance
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Administrative and Administration Support Accounting Finance
Professional Support Services Banking Related Services Insurance Services
Teaching and Training Business Financial Management
Financial and Investment Planning
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Janitors and Cleaners Librarian Technicians Credit Checkers Data Entry
Childcare Workers Keyers
Bank Tellers New Account
Clerks
Technical / Vocational / Jr. College Technical / Vocational / Jr. College
Two years or less Two years or less
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Coaches and Scouts Bill and Accounts Collectors Loan
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers Librarians Officers
Teacher Assistants Preschool Teacher Loan Interviews and Clerks General Office
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors Clerks
Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers
Claim Adjusters Brokerage Clerks
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Insurance Processing Clerks
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective 12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective
Social Studies Elective 3- Electives Social Studies Elective 3- Electives
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Government & Public Administration Health Services
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Foreign Services Governance Biotechnological Research and Development
National Security Planning Diagnostics Services Health Information
Regulation Revenue and Taxation Health Support Services Therapeutic Services
Public Management and Administration
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Military Personal Utilities and Meter Readers Home Healthcare Aides
Couriers and Messengers Transportation Inspectors Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants
Technical / Vocational / Jr. College Technical / Vocational / Jr. College
Two years or less Two years or less
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Military Personal Interviewers Medical Equipment Repairers Dietetic Technicians
Statistical Assistants Postal Service Clerks Health Care Workers Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Postal Service Mail Carriers Postal Service Mail Sorters Radiological Technologists and Technicians
Court Municipal, Government Programs Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs Health Technologists and Technicians Interviewers
Construction and Building Inspectors Diagnostics Medical Sonographers Transportation
Managers
Medical Transcriptionists Healthcare Support
Workers
College / Universities College / Universities
4 years or more of 4 years or more of
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Military Personal Mathematicians Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
Legislators Political Scientists Occupational Health and Safety Specialists & Technicians
Political Science Instructors Economists Biological Technician s Biologists
Public Relations Specialists Public Relations Managers Mathematical Technicians Medical Scientists
Emergency Management Specialists Management Analysts Biochemists and Biophysicists Microbiologists
Urban and Regional Planning General Operations Managers Biomedical Engineers
City and Regional Planning Aides Compliance Officers Anesthesiologists
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents Financial Examiners Computer Research Information Scientists Registered Nurse
Criminal Investigators and Special Agents Dietitians and Nutritionists
Immigration and Customs Inspectors Coroners Physical Therapists health Educators
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators Environmental Health Scientists and Specialists
Police Detectives and Criminal Investigators Pharmacists
Licensing, Examiners, and Inspectors Lawyers Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Accountants / Auditors Dentists
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate Medical and Health Services Managers
Coroners
Epidemiologists Athletic Trainers
Audiologists
Chiropractors
Family and General Practitioners
Surgeons
Course of Study Examples Course of Study Examples
Contemporary Issues Biology II Advanced Livestock
Advanced American History Child Development Care and Guidance I & II
Psychology Psychology Floriculture
Sociology Sociology Greenhouse
ACT Prep Nutrition and Wellness Nursery and Landscape
Business Technology Contemporary Issues Anatomy and
Foreign Language Business Law/ Communications Physiology
ACT Prep Career and Fam. Lead
Foreign Language
Suggested Course of Study Suggested Course of Study
9 English I World History Elective 9 English I World History Elective
Algebra I Algebra I
Physical Science P.E. Fine Art Physical Science P.E. Fine Art
12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective 12 English IV Math Elective Science Elective
Social Studies Elective 3- Electives Social Studies Elective 3- Electives
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Hospitality & Tourism Human Services
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Lodging Early Childhood Development and Services
Recreation, Amusement and Attractions Counseling and Mental Health Services
Restaurants and Food / Beverage Services Foods
Travel and Tourism Family and Community Services Textile and
Apparel
Housing and Interiors Personal Care
Services
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks Food Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders Childcare Worker Nannies
Hosts, Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop Personal / Home Healthcare Aides Bakers
Baggage Porters and Bellhops Cleaning Service Occupations Fast Food Cooks Food Preparation
Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs Amusement park Attendants Workers Food Servers
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks Animal Trainers Food Batch Makers Dining Room & Cafeteria Attendants
Gaming Dealers Retail Salesperson Production Workers Carpet Installers
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, Recreational Protection Workers Paperhangers Painters, Construction Maintenance
Waiters and Waitresses Food Preparation Worker Floral Designers Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
Bakers Restaurant Cooks Construction Carpenters Assemblers and Fabricators
Transit and Intercity Bus Drivers Transportation Attendants Stock Clerks, Sales Floor Shampooers
Concierges Funeral Attendants
Technical / Vocational / Jr. College Technical / Vocational / Jr. College
Two years or less Two years or less
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Healthcare Support Workers Residential
Food Service Managers General Operations Managers Advisors Preschool Teacher
Lodging Managers Gaming Managers Teachers Assistants Social and Human Service Assistants
Travel Guides Gaming Supervisors Religious Workers Community and Social Service Specialists
Bartenders Chefs and Head Cooks Electricians Barbers
Travel Agents Transportation Managers Embalmers Funeral Directors
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, Cosmetologists
Manicurists and Pedicurist Massage Therapists
Graphic Designer Fashion Designer
College / Universities College / Universities
4 years or more of 4 years or more of
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Human Resources Managers Marketing Managers Directors of Religious Activities and Education
Sales Managers Curators Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Set and Exhibit Designers Fish and Game Wardens Industrial Organizational Dieticians and Nutritionists
Archivists Park Naturalists & Historians Sociologists All Educational Counselors
Advertising and Promotions Managers Program Directors Mental Health Counselors Psychologists
Interpreters and Translators Directors / Producers Clergy Marriage and Family Therapists
Meeting and Convention Planners Rehabilitation Counselors Medical and Public Health
Social and Community Service Managers Social Workers Pediatrics
Child, Family, and School Social Workers Social Service
Worker Interior Designers
Real Estate Agents Commercial and Industrial Designers
FACS Instructors
Course of Study Examples Course of Study Examples
Computer Applications Accounting I & II Nutrition and Wellness Career and Fam Leader
Marketing Sports Hosp/Management Child Development, Care and Guidance I & II
Business Law/Comm. Management Nursery/Landscape
Nutrition and Wellness Ag. Sales Chemistry Psychology
Art I, II, III, IV Food Science Biology II Sociology
Foreign Language Ag Construction Food
Science
Foreign Language Floriculture
Suggested Course of Study Suggested Course of Study
9 English I World History Elective 9 English I World History Elective
Algebra I Algebra I
Physical Science P.E. Fine Art Physical Science P.E. Fine Art
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Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Interactive Media Information Support Corrections and Services Legal Services
Network Systems Networking and PC Technology Emergency and Fire Management Services
Programming and Software Development Law Enforcement Services
Web Development and Animation Security and Protective Services
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Computer Retail Salesperson Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Crossing Guards
Police, Fire, Dispatchers, and Ambulance Drivers
Security Guards
Technical / Vocational / Jr. College Technical / Vocational / Jr. College
Two years or less Two years or less
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming Investigators
Desktop Publishing Computer Operators Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers
General Office Clerks Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and Paramedics
Computer, Automated Teller and Office Machine Repairer Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Transportation Security Screeners Paralegals & Legal Assistants
Court, Municipal and License Clerks Correctional Officers and
Jailers
Bailiffs Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Protective Service Workers
Municipal Fire Fighters Forest Fire
Fighters
Police Patrol Officers Animal Control
Workers
Receptionists and Information Clerks Legal Support
Workers
Court Reporters Title Examiners, Abstractors &
Searchers
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Manufacturing Marketing
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance Market Information Management and Research
Maintenance, Installation and Repair Marketing Communications and Promotions
Manufacturing Production Process Development Distribution Logistics Entrepreneurship
Quality Assurance Logistics and Inventory Control Marketing and Management Buying and Merchandising
Production Professional Sales and Marketing Sales and Services
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Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Individual Career Plan Individual Career Plan
Engineering and Technology Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance
Science and Mathematics Health and Safety Management Sales and Services
Logistics Planning and Management Services
Transportation Operations
Systems / Infrastructure, Planning Management
Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations
School to Career/ Military School to Career/ Military
No Post High School Education No Post High School Education
(On the job Training) (On the job Training)
Agricultural Technicians Semiconductor Processors Tire Repairers and Changers Bicycle Repairers
Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Transportation Workers
Automotive Master Mechanics
Automotive Specialty Technicians
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Motor Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics Transportation
Inspectors Industrial Machinery Mechanics
School Bus Drivers Cargo and Freight Agents
Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs Transportation, Storage, and
Distribution Managers
Technical / Vocational / Jr. College Technical / Vocational / Jr. College
Two years or less Two years or less
Post High School Education Post High School Education
Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts Travel Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents
Architectural Drafters Broadcast Technicians Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians
Civil Drafters Electrical Engineering Technicians Avionics Technicians Air Traffic Controllers
Computer Support Specialists Mechanical Drafters Environmental Engineering Technicians Flight Attendants
Industrial Engineering Technicians Surveying Technicians Billing, Cost, and Rate Clerks Airfield Operations Specialists
Sound Engineering Technicians General Operations Managers Locomotive Engineers Commercial Pilots
Radio Operators Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Transportation Managers
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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English Department Scope and Sequence
English I
English II
English III
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510 English I Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisites: None
Required for graduation, this course fulfills the first year of English. It focuses on developing students as
better readers, writers, and thinkers. Emphasis is placed on grammar and vocabulary through reading and
composition. Literature focuses on reading, analyzing skills and on the appreciation of various genres of
writing. Novels, short stories, media, essays and poetry are used in the literature units. Various types of
writing will be explored through paragraph construction, essays, and research reports
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Mathematics Enrollment Guidelines
How many credits are required for graduation?
Three units.
Some universities require four units of math, Algebra I or higher for admittance.
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Mathematics Department Scope and Sequence
Algebra A Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Math IV Pre-Calc
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1105 Algebra A Two Semester/ 1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
The goal of Pre –Algebra is to extend students understanding of algebraic concepts with an emphasis
on skills leading to preparation for Algebra I. Students will develop a fluency in basic principles of
algebra to analyze and represent linear relationships; they will learn to apply algebra to geometric
concepts; and will be introduced to basic statistics and probability. Students will analyze problems
verbally, numerically, and graphically. Problem solving strategies and their applications will also be a
goal of this course. Topics such as linear equations, inequalities, and functions with their graphs will
be studied as well as 2 and 3 dimensional figures, and polynomials and non linear functions. Students
will learn about relationship among fractions decimals and percents.
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1144 Math IV Two Semester/ 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II.
Math IV uses all previous studies in algebra, geometry and statistics and relates these to experimental
studies, real world uses, and ACT prep. This course also introduces new topics such as matrices,
permutation, combinations, binomial expansion and sampling.
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Social Studies Enrollment Guidelines
How many credits are required for graduation?
Three Credits
Students must repeat the same semester that they did not successfully complete in order
for the credit to count towards graduation.
Students may continue to advance through the social studies sequence even if they have
failed the previous year. They should, however, also be enrolled in the class that they
have failed. For example, a sophomore who has failed American History should be
enrolled in both Modern World history and the semester(s) of American History that they
did not complete.
Students may also enroll in summer school to complete the failed semester. Courses
taken during the summer may count for either semester.
Please be advised some courses may not be offered every year and the courses
descriptions listed are intended to give insight into the course content when/if they are
available.
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Social Studies Scope and Sequence
American History
American Government
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1510 American History Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisites: World History
This is a required course. It provides the students with a comprehensive knowledge of American
historical development from the post-Civil War era to the present. The focus will be on understanding
the political, economic, geographic and territorial growth of the nation as well as world geography.
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Science Enrollment Guidelines
How many credits are required for graduation?
o Three Credits
Students must repeat the same semester that they did not successfully complete in order
for the credit to count towards graduation.
A student who has failed a single semester may enroll concurrently in the semester they
have yet to complete and the next science course in the sequence. For example: A
sophomore student that failed a semester of Chemistry should be enrolled in the same
semester Chemistry that they failed and also enrolled in a biology course.
A student who has failed both semesters of a science course must have the instructor’s
permission to enroll in the next level of science prior to completing both failed semesters.
Please be advised some courses may not be offered every year and the courses
descriptions listed are intended to give insight into the course content when/if they are
available.
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Science Department Scope and Sequence
Biology
Biology II
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1310 Physical Science Two Semesters/1 Credit
This is a freshman level course. It will include demonstrations, lab experiences, group activities, class
projects, videos, and class lectures. This course will provide one semester of physics content and one
semester of chemistry content. A notebook/journal will be required and will be included in the
homework grade at semester.
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Business Department Scope and Sequence
Keyboarding
Middle School
Yearbook
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321 Computer Applications I One Semester/ .5 Credit
Prerequisites: Completion of a high school word processing course
Students will familiarize themselves with the hardware and software components of a computer. They
will acquire a working knowledge of the word processor, spreadsheet, data base and graphics
application of the software package.
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452 Law and Order Two Semesters/ 1 Credit
Prerequisites: Junior
Suits and Legally Blonde convinced you that you want to be a lawyer. Will you get to argue a high
profile case during this course? Probably not. But you will get to participate in mock trials, view and
analyze law related films, and visit an actual court room with a trial in progress!
This course examines the formulation, interpretation, and application of law to business. It
incorporates the study of ethical issues that arise in contemporary business settings, including
professional conduct and corporate social responsibility.
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Fine Arts
Instrumental Music
1243 Band Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisites: At least two semesters of previous successful membership in band either at the high school or
junior high level, or director’s permission.
Students in this class continue to refine their playing and performance skills through participation in
the marching and concert bands. Students who desire to do so have the opportunity to practice solos,
play in the ensembles, audition for the District and Conference bands, and study a related secondary
instrument if the need arises. Students in the band study a variety of literature, including popular
music, classical and concert style marches, overtures, chorales, as well as new and standard selections
from concert repertoire, etc. Topics include advanced playing techniques, advanced music reading,
sight reading, music theory, tone quality, intonation, advanced rhythms, complex musical forms, and
performance etiquette.
Vocal Music
1243 Concert Choir Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisites: None
This course will focus on the performance of four-part mixed voice music literature in various styles.
The class will also study basic music fundamentals, such as note values, time signatures, pitch
memory, sight reading, scales, key signatures, intervals, etc. This group will participate in District and
State Music Festivals and other contests throughout the year as well as various community
events.**Attendance and performance in all concerts is required. Extra rehearsal time outside of
school may be required in order to bring performances to a quality level.
Theatre
1243 Drama Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisites: Grade 10-12
This is an introductory course on theatre that fulfills either a fine art or elective requirement. Students
will build a basic theatre vocabulary, learn about different forms of theatre (both the acting and
technical sides), and participate in class performances. This is a hands on course that requires
excellent attendance, lots of movement, and speaking in front of others.
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Art Department Scope and Sequence
Independent Art
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Family and Consumer Science
Nutrition Child
& Development I
Wellness
Child
Development II
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Family and Consumer Science Department
926 Child Development, Care and Guidance I One Semesters/ 0.5 Credit
Prerequisites: Completion of Family and Consumer Science with a “C” or better
This is an instructional program that prepares individuals to understand children’s physical, mental,
emotional, and social growth and development as well as their care and guidance. The program draws
on aspects of the social and biological sciences, with focus on children and their parents. The
instructional program includes the integration of Leadership development through FCCLA
membership and activities.
927 Child Development, Care and Guidance II One Semesters/ 0.5 Credit
Prerequisites: Completion of Child Development, Care and Guidance with a “C” or better
This is a continuation of Child Development. This unit of study provides actual experiences in
supervising children, provides the opportunity to improve parenting skills and to explore careers
related to child development. The instructional program includes the integration of leadership
development through FCCLA membership and activities.
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Foreign Language
610 Spanish I Two Semesters/1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
Spanish I is an introductory course to the study of the Spanish language and culture. An eclectic method
incorporating reading, writing, listening, culture and speaking skills is used for instruction, with emphasis on
real-life situations.
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Physical Education Enrollment Guidelines
How many credits are required for graduation?
All students are required to have one credit of Physical Education and a half credit of
Health for graduation.
Students need only complete a single credit of any Physical Education class
The student must successfully complete the Health course. They may do so in either
semester.
Can a student take two Physical Education classes in the same semester?
No. Students may only enroll in on Physical Education class per semester.
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Physical Education
810 Health One Semester/.5 Credit
Introduction to Health is a required course for graduation. The course will deal with a wide variety of
health related topics and will provide useful information for a lifetime of good health habits. Students
will learn to recognize the dangers involved in alcohol, tobacco, and/or drug abuse. They will also
gain an understanding of basic concepts with regard to good mental, emotional and social health.
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Agricultural Education: Possible pathways for
students to follow.
Agricultural
Science I
Agriculture II
Ag. Structures Conservation Floriculture / Adv. Livestock Food Science /. Woods I Ag.
Auto CAD Ag Management
Management
Nursery/
Landscape
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Participation in the local FFA chapter activities is encouraged and included as part of the curriculum
for Ag. Classes.
141 Computer Aided Drawing and Design One Semesters/ 0.5 Credit
Prerequisites: Open to juniors and seniors who have completed Ag. Science II.
This course is designed to teach students how to use Computer Aided Drafting software commonly
utilized in industry.
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apply different types of finishes, learn types of woodworking joints, complete a cabinet construction
project, and operate various machines safely.
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Franklin Technical Education Center
All students wishing to attend Franklin Technical Education Center must complete an application and
participate in an interview with the instructor. Courses at FTC are two year programs, so they may be
repeated for credit. All embedded credit and course offerings are subject to change per FTC policy.
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1735 Construction Technology I & II Two Semesters/3 Credits
Prerequisites: Open to juniors and seniors. Students need to possess basic keyboarding skills plus be
comfortable with basic algebra.
Build a house and receive high school credit at the same time. Learn the rewards of a career in the
field that employs the largest number of workers in the country. Experience the construction of a new
house from the “ ground up” as students builds a home in our community each year. In addition,
students will experience other aspects of the construction trade including an introduction to
commercial construction. Successful students form the Construction Technology Course continue on
to Construction Technology 2, or to college, apprenticeships, and/or work in the construction field. .
1736 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Two Semesters/3 Credits
Prerequisites: Open to juniors and seniors. Although not an absolute requirement, students are encouraged
to enroll in the CCTEC Computer I program during their junior year .
This course will prepare the student to enter this occupation as a beginning service apprentice
technician. Instruction will include proper use of electric drills, pipe cutters, and bender, acetylene
torches and testing devices such as refrigerant gauges and ammeters. Students will learn to install and
repair equipment ranging in size from small window air conditioners to domestic refrigerators and
commercial refrigeration systems. The program will focus on the installation of new equipment
including placing motors, compressors, or absorption equipment evaporators and other components in
place following blue printers and design specification. Students also learn to recover and recycle
refrigerant to meet EPA requirements.
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Miscellaneous
Scholars Bowl
Student Council
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Assessments
Standardized tests are designed to give a common measure of students' performance. They help
compare an individual's performance with the performance of a group of students from a given
class, school, or school system. Since large numbers of students throughout the country take the
same test, "standards" can be developed to show whether school programs are succeeding and
how students are performing. Standardized achievement tests measure how much students have
already learned about school subjects such as reading, math, language skills, spelling, or science.
On the other hand, standardized aptitude tests measure your students' ability to learn in school.
They measure verbal ability, mechanical ability, creativity, clerical ability, or abstract reasoning.
Please refer to the Sarcoxie District Assessment Plan for greater detail.
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SARCOXIE R-II
A+ SCHOOLS Agreement
Rules and availability for the A+ Scholarship Program are subject to change under the rule making authority of The
Missouri Department of Higher Education (MDHE). For a complete and updated list of High School and Post
Graduate eligibility rules and regulations you can visit http://www.dhe.mo.gov/ppc/grants/aplusscholarship.php.
A+ PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
A+ qualifying graduate earns scholarships which may be used to attend participating public community colleges,
vocational/technical schools, or certain private 2-year vocational/technical schools. A+ graduates may qualify for
competitively awarded, privately funded first year and transfer scholarships or incentive scholarships from 4-year
institutions. Sarcoxie High School graduates who meet all state-mandated A+ participation requirements may be
eligible for these financial incentives provided state funds are appropriated by the legislature annually.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (Eligibility updates are provided annually or by request to students with a signed
agreement on file.)
To qualify for A+ eligibility upon graduation from high school, students must meet the following criteria:
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Enter into a written agreement with your high school prior to graduation.
Attend an A+ designated high school for 3 years immediately prior to graduation. If a parent is a member
of the military on active duty or has retired from the military and relocated to Missouri within one year of
his or her retirement, the student is exempt from this requirement. However, the student must attend an
A+ designated high school and meet all of the other high school eligibility requirements in the school year
immediately preceding graduation.
Graduate with an overall, GPA (grade point average) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Have at least a 95% attendance record overall for grades nine through twelve (9-12).
Perform at least 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring, of which 25% percent (12.5 hours) may include
job shadowing. Hours must be completed prior to graduation. All hours must be pre-approved with the
A+ office and meet building and district requirements.
Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the unlawful use of drugs and/or alcohol while in grades
9-12 as defined by district policy.
File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). (This may result in a zero award if a Pell grant is
sufficient to cover all tuition and general fee charges.) The FAFSA must be completed before students can
be awarded A+ scholarship funds.
Meet one of the following college readiness indicators:
1. Have achieved a score of Proficient or Advanced on the Algebra I end of course exam or a higher
level DESE approved end-of-course- exam in the field of mathematics OR
2. Meet other criteria as established annually by the MDHE.
POSTGRADUATE ELIGIBILITY
A+ qualifiers may use their A+ Scholarship the summer semester immediately following high school
graduation.
o Student should check with the school they are attending in fall to ensure this does not affect any
automatic freshman scholarship eligibility.
Eligibility expires when the earliest of the following occurs:
48 months after the graduation date documented on your high school transcript (students
providing service to any branch of the US armed forces can defer their eligibility - see MDHE
website for deferment requirements)
Students graduating from high school mid-year may be eligible for a spring award if their high
school transcripts indicate the mid-year graduation date.
Receipt of an associate’s degree
Completion of 105% of the hours required for the program in which you are currently enrolled.
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CITIZENSHIP GUIDELINES Good Citizenship is defined by a student's behavior in compliance with building, district
and state standards. Disciplinary infractions may result in a student being considered “under warning”, “on
probation” or “out of compliance” with the A+ Programs Citizenship Requirement.
Communication of citizenship warnings, probations and out of compliance status will occur annually or by
student/parent request for students with a signed A+ agreement on file. Students may appeal citizenship out of
compliance building decisions with the SHS District A+ Appeals Committee. All appeals must be filed with the
district 10 days before the first Monday in December and the first Monday in April. Citizenship appeal forms
can be located in the A+ office. Students transferring to Sarcoxie high school, who are ineligible due to citizenship
from a previous school, will also be considered ineligible at SHS.
Letter/e-mail to student
Letter/e-mail to
OUT OF parent/guardian Accumulation of 17 or Accumulation of
COMPLIANCE Student may appeal at the more days 10 or more days
district level
Days of ISS/OSS refers to the original day(s) assigned and NOT the amount of days served.
A WARNING does not have to occur for a student to be placed on PROBATION.
A PROBATION does not have to occur for a student to be OUT OF COMPLIANCE.
ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
In reviewing a student’s final attendance average, the entire attendance history (grades 9-12) is considered and is
based on Monday through Friday attendance when school is in regular session and summer school if the student
attends. Any student appropriately counted for average daily attendance will be considered in attendance,
whether physically present or not. A senior who chooses to be an Early Leaver/Graduate may not have enough
days of attendance accumulated to meet the 95% attendance requirement.
The A+ Program makes no distinction between Excused and Unexcused absences. All unexcused and many
excused absences, including those which a parent or school official is aware of in advance, count against the
student’s attendance average. A doctor’s note for an excused absence for colds, flu, strep, or other short-term
illnesses does not automatically qualify a student to have that absence waived. The 95% vs. 100% requirement is
meant to cover those routine visits and incidents.
The following absences DO NOT count against the student’s attendance average for A+ purposes: school-
sponsored activities; pre-approved, documented college visits; SHS district-provided Homebound Instruction; and
SHS district-approved disability accommodation plans (504 plan).
Students may appeal attendance out of compliance (building) decisions with the (district) Site A+ Attendance
Appeals Committee. All appeals must be filed with the building A+ Coordinator 10 days prior to the first Monday in
December and the first Monday in April of the student's graduation year. Attendance appeal forms, protocol and
requirements can be found in the A+ Office. Documentation from the appropriate agency is required for an A+
attendance appeal and should include specific dates, times and appropriate signatures.
The following are examples of absences that could rule a student ineligible for an attendance appeal:
elective, skip, truancy, and/or late absences.
The following are examples of absences that could qualify a student for an attendance appeal:
catastrophic illness/injury/event with student or immediate family. Immediate family includes all
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members of the student’s family who reside in the same location as the student and/or persons approved
by the A+ Attendance Appeals Committee.
STUDENT AND PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT
Signatures indicate that the student and parent/guardian(s) have reviewed and understand the Sarcoxie R-II School
District A+ Schools Agreement. This informs them of the opportunities afforded by participation and/or eligibility in
the program, the expected standards of behavior for the program, and the rules, requirements and regulations of
the A+ Program. Signatures do NOT signify an obligation to participate in the A+ Schools Program or to use the A+
Scholarship funds. Signatures do NOT guarantee qualification for the A+ Scholarship.
Student Name (Last, First, Middle)-Print:___________________________________________________________________________________
Student Signature:___________________________________________________________________________Date:______________________
Parent Signature:____________________________________________________________________________Date:______________________
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