UNITY HIGH SCHOOL

Dear Parents and Students:

The administration, faculty, and counselors of Unity High School and you, parents and students, have a common goal, quality education. The purpose of this course description booklet is to provide you with the academic information necessary for making those academic decisions, which significantly contribute to the achievement of this goal.

Before making course choices we recommend the following:

1. A study of the graduation requirements to determine the courses required at specific grade levels to insure progress toward the goal of graduation.
2. A study of the sequential program related to the student’s career goals to insure successful completion of the program.
3. A study of college requirements for those considering post secondary education.
4. A study of the course descriptions to determine the appropriateness of any given course as determined by the student’s ability, interest, and grade level and course prerequisites.
5. A conference with a counselor to clarify any aspect of the course selection process.

The informed involvement of parents, students, and school personnel cannot always insure, with 100% accuracy, rational course selection. However, it does lessen the chance of irrational choice.

The ultimate right, responsibility, and consequences of these decisions are yours. Be assured we are ready and willing to confer with you at your convenience.

Sincerely,

Phil Morrison,
Principal

It is the responsibility of each student to see that he/she takes and completes all requirements for graduation, college admission or other programs. Students who have failed a semester of any class should check with their counselor to insure that they meet graduation requirements.

English	3.50 units of credit
Mathematics	2.00 units of credit
Science	1.00 unit of credit
World Cultures	1.00 unit of credit
U.S. History	1.00 unit of credit
Government	.50 unit of credit
Drivers Education	.25 unit of credit
Consumer Education	.25 unit of credit
Health	.50 unit of credit
Physical Education*	1.75 unit of credit
Art, Music, Foreign Language, or Vocational	1.00 unit of credit
Education electives	8.25 units of credit
	Total 21.00 units of credit

*Seven semesters of Physical Education plus one semester of Health are required by Unity High School and the State of Illinois. Physical Education is required unless excused by a written request from a family physician.

Four semesters of Physical Education may also be waived under the 1985 Educational Reform Act under the following reasons:

1. A junior or senior with no study hall and participating in an IHSA Interscholastic Sport may apply to be waived from PE during the sport’s season. (fall, winter, spring) by completing a PE waiver card previous to the start of the season. A junior or senior with no study hall and out for sports in all three seasons may waive out of PE the entire school year. Students will return to PE when not participating in sports. If a student were to drop off the team, they would return to PE immediately. Each application will be examined on a case to case basis. The student will be placed in a study hall upon acceptance of the waiver applications.

2. A Junior or Senior may waive PE if they need a required course for college, or if they need a course to meet graduation requirements.

Course Load
Five solid subjects (plus Physical Education) are required each semester. If classroom space permits, enrollment in a sixth solid subject may be permitted.

Required Freshman and Sophomore Courses
English, Mathematics, Science, World Cultures, Physical Education, Health, Consumer Education, and Driver Education are required. Only one study hall is allowed. A freshman, whose sixteenth birthday will come on or before December 15th of what will be his/her sophomore year, may enroll for the Driver Education class. In accordance with House Bill 418 students who desire to take a Driver Education course must receive a passing grade in at least eight courses during the previous two semesters prior to enrolling in Driver Education.

Required Junior Courses
English, United States History, *Physical Education are required. Only one study hall is allowed.

Required Senior Courses
One semester of English, Government, *Physical Education, only one study hall is allowed.
*See Physical Education Waiver

Reduced Course Load
The Board of Education has authorized seniors the option of carrying either a full course load of four solid subjects plus physical education or reduced course load, a minimum of two solid subjects or three solid subjects plus physical education. The reduced load must be selected from courses scheduled in consecutive periods.

Seniors choosing the reduced course load option lose their eligibility for participation in class offices, student council, and interscholastic activities.

If any agency requests information concerning your attendance status, you will be listed as a part time student if you are in attendance less than six periods.

Graduation
Unity High School will hold one formal graduation exercise each spring. Any student completing all graduation requirements since the previous graduation exercise is eligible to participate in the exercise. Unity High School will not select a valedictorian or a salutatorian.

Seventh Semester Graduation
Students must request a “Notice of Intent to Graduate Upon Completion of Seventh Semester” from his/her counselor no later than the first week of their last quarter attendance. This “Intent” form requires the signatures of the student, counselor, parent, and principal. The student who chooses to graduate at mid-term will be allowed to participate in commencement exercise. The student must take semester exams. The student is responsible for obtaining all information related to the commencement exercises. When completion of high school requirement is at a date earlier than receipt of diploma, the date of completion will be shown on the high school transcript, and the date of the formal graduation exercise will appear on the diploma.

Drop and Add Policy

1. A student may drop/add a course only during the first five days of the 1st and 3rd quarter.
2. After five days, if a student drops a class they will receive an “F” for the course and the “F” will be figured into their overall GPA. Students will not be allowed to drop a class and carry less than a full schedule. A full schedule is 5 solid classes, plus Physical Education, and a study hall.
3. Teachers may recommend a student be moved from one level to another level, based on academic performance (for example: Algebra I to Algebra IA). These recommendations must be made during the first 4 weeks of the 1st and 3rd quarter.
4. Student/Parent request for changes for a specific teacher will not be honored.

1. You must pass twenty (20) credit hours of high school work per week.
2. You must have passed twenty (20) credit hours of high school work the previous semester to be eligible for the current (next) semester.

Honor Roll
Scholarship is recognized and encouraged through an academic honor roll. The honor roll is compiled after the quarter has ended and grades distributed. Students who receive high honors all four quarters receive a scholarship letter.

1. A student with a grade point average of 3.75 or above is recognized on the high honor roll.
2. A student with a grade point average of 3.2 but less than 3.75 is recognized on the honor roll.
3. The grade point average is based on 4.0 as the high.

College Visitation

1. Seniors may use college days only during their last three academic semesters.
2. Eligible students will be allowed a total of two college days for the year.
3. College days will not be allowed after May 1 of the present school year unless given permission by the administration.
4. Appointment with the college must be verified through the guidance office.
5. The student must obtain a signed verification of attendance by the university official for the guidance office and return it to the guidance office.
6. Students need to make arrangements for advanced absence at least one day prior to the college visit.

Credit for Off Campus Courses
All off campus courses must have the principal’s approval before registering in that class. Requests for course approval must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the start of a new high school semester. A maximum of three units of credit from any combination of off campus courses will be counted toward graduation.
Off campus courses refer to summer school classes, evening classes, correspondence classes, and any other course not a part of Unit Seven’s program.
For college courses Unity High School assigns .200 units of credit per semester hour. Example: A student taking an approved 3-semester hour class will earn .60 credit at Unity. It will take five semester hours to equal 1.00 high school unit.

Parkland College Agreement-Permission Guidelines
The Board of Education approved the following guidelines for students who plan to attend Parkland College.

1. Students provide their own transportation to Parkland College.
2. Students will enroll in appropriate classes with the direct help of the Guidance Counselor.
3. Students will pay all tuition, fees, and textbook costs to Parkland College. Upon completion of the class/classes and with a passing grade of C or higher, the student will be reimbursed by Unit 7 Schools for their tuition, fees, and textbooks. Students must use an official copy of grades from Parkland to verify their grade of C or higher. All requests for fee reimbursement must be made to the building principal. Students that qualify for free/reduced lunches may request to have the Parkland fees waived.
4. Students enrolling at Parkland College need to make an alternative schedule with the guidance counselor in case the Parkland class/classes are cancelled.
5. These dual credit classes and accompanying grades shall count toward high school graduation and will be counted in the student’s high school grade point average.

	Credit	Grade Level
Agriculture, Consumer, Environmental and Food Science
Introduction to the Agriculture Industry (Year)	1.0	9-12
Agricultural Biotechnology (Year)	1.0	10-12
Biological Science (Animals/Plants) (Even Years)	1.0	10-12
Physical Science- Application in Agriculture (Odd Years)	1.0	10-12
Horticulture – (Year)	1.0	10-12
Agriculture Business and Management (Year)	1.0	12
Art
Art I(Year)	1.0	9-10
Art II (Year)	1.0	10-12
Art III – Drawing and Painting(Year)	1.0	11-12
Art IV – Advanced Portfolio (Year)	1.0	12
Business
Accounting I (Year)	1.0	11-12
Keyboarding/Word Processing (Semester)	.5	9-12
Business Graphics (Semester)	.5	9-12
Microsoft Office 2000 (Sem/Year)	.5/1.0	9-12
Introduction to Business I/II(Year)	1.0	9-12
Internship (Year)	2.0	12
Work Program (Year)	2.0	12
Computer Science
Network Usage & Webpage Design (Fall Semester)	.5	9-12
Designing Webpages with JavaScripting (Fall Semester)	.5	9-12
Problem Solving in JAVA (Spring Semester)	.5	9-12
Using DHTML and CSS in Webpage Design (Spring Semester)	.5	9-12
English – All year courses
English I	1.0	9
English II	1.0	10
Advanced English III	1.0	11
English III	1.0	11
Advanced English IV	1.0	12
English IV	1.0	12
Family and Consumer Sciences
Introduction to Family and Consumer Science (Year)	1.0	9-12
Basic Sewing/Clothing Construction – (Year)	1.0	10-12
Child Growth and Development (Semester)	.5	10-12
Parenting (Semester)	.5	10-12
Early Childhood Education and Day Care Occupations (Semester-Double period)	1.0	11-12
Resource Management/Adult Living – (Semester)	.5	10-12
Foods and Nutrition (Semester)	.5	10-12
Advanced Foods with Gourmet Cooking (Semester)	.5	10-12
Exploring Professional Cooking (Semester)	.5	12
Foreign Languages – All year courses
German I	1.0	9-12
German II	1.0	10-12
German III	1.0	11-12
German IV	1.0	12
Spanish I	1.0	9-12
Spanish II	1.0	10-12
Spanish III	1.0	11-12
Spanish IV	1.0	12
Industrial Arts
Introduction to Industrial Technology –CCT/PTT	1.0	9-10
Communications and Construction Technology
Production and Transportation Technology
Wood Technology (Semester)	.5	10-12
Metalworking-Materials and Processes (Semester)	.5	10-12
Drafting (Semester)	.5	10-12
Computer Aided Drafting (Semester)	.5	10-12
House Construction I (Year)	2.0	11-12
House Construction II (Year)	2.0	12
Machine Metals /Manufacturing I (Year)	2.0	11-12
Machine Metals/Manufacturing II (Year)	2.0	12
Physical Education/Health/Dr. Ed
Physical Education (Year)	.5	9-12
Fitness Physical Education (Year)	.5	9-12
Health (Semester)	.5	9-12
Driver Education (Quarterly)	.25	9-12
Mathematics – All year courses
Applied Math	1.0	9-12
Consumer Math	1.0	9-12
Algebra I-A	1.0	9-12
Algebra I-B	1.0	10-12
Algebra I	1.0	9-12
Geometry	1.0	9-12
Algebra II	1.0	10-12
Pre-Calculus	1.0	11-12
Calculus	1.0	12
Elementary Statistics ( Semester)	.5	11-12
Critical Thinking & Mathematical Skills (Semester)	.5	11-12
Music – All year courses
Band	1.0	9-12
Chorus	1.0	9-12
Theater	1.0	9-12
Off Campus Courses
Automotive Technology – Parkland College	11-12
Health Careers – Parkland College	11-12
Science – All year courses
Integrated Principles of Science	1.0	9-12
Biology I	1.0	10-12
Biology II	1.0	11-12
Chemistry I	1.0	10-12
Chemistry II	1.0	11-12
Physics	1.0	12
Anatomy & Physiology	1.0	11-12
Social Sciences
World Cultures (Year)	1.0	9-10
United States History (Year)	1.0	11-12
Advanced US History (Semester)	.5	12
American Problems (Semester)	.5	11-12
Government (Semester)	.5	12
Economics (Semester)	.5	11-12
Law/Society (Semester)	.5	11-12
Psychology (Semester)	.5	11-12
Sociology (Semester)	.5	11-12
Consumer Education (Quarterly)	.25	9-10
Special Education
General Math I-IV	1.0	9-12
English I-IV	1.0	9-12
English I-A Grammar/Literature	2.0	9-12
Science I	1.0	9-12
World Cultures I	1.0	9-12
General Business	1.0	11-12
Consumer Education I	.25	9-12
US History I	1.0	11-12
Government I	.5	11-12
Study Hall A	.5	9-12
Exploratory Arts I-IV	1.0	9-12
Life Living Skills	1.0	9-12
Health I	.5	9-12
IEP COOP Work Program	2.0	11-12

AGRICULTURE, CONSUMER, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND FOOD SERVICES

Students in all agricultural classes will maintain an SAEP (Supervised Agricultural Experience Program) and will be a member of the FFA Organization, which will include a $10.00 fee.

Introduction to the Agriculture Industry (A101)– Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-11 grades
This introductory course provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized. Its major components; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national, and international levels; the scope and type of career and employment presented; basic concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, agricultural resources, agricultural management, metal working and record keeping are also included. Students develop personal skills as follows: Learn and demonstrate work habits; learn and practice communications and leadership skills; and learn mathematical skills as they apply to agriculture. Students learn about FFA and it’s many opportunities.

Agricultural Biotechnology -Year Course – 1.0 Credit -10-12 grades
Pre: Intro to Agriculture class and completed Biology I with a “C” or above average or Permission from instructor.
This course is a basic introduction to agricultural biotechnology. The learning cycle begins with exploration by students. Within this exploration the students will use the process of science to solve problems either through experiments or hands-on activity. The students are engaged in hypothesizing, analyzing, and interpreting data, drawing conclusions, and inferring. This course will challenge the students to assess the impact which biotechnology may have on their career choices, their health, and the quality of their lives and apply this to world problems of environmental preservation, population, and hunger.

BSAA: Biological Science Applications in Agriculture – Animal and Plant-(A208) Year Course – 1.0 credit (Offered Even years) - 10-12 grades – May be counted as a lab science
Pre: Intro to Ag - Biology I with a “C” or above average or permission from instructor.
The University of Illinois designed this course for high school agriculture programs. It is designed to reinforce and extend students understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine major phases of plant growth and management in agriculture and the specific biological science concepts that govern management decisions. Students will also examine specific agricultural applications and processes and the underlying principles explaining or controlling those applications in the biological area. This class also works on the FFA Plot and receives aqua-culture training.

PSAA: Physical Science Applications in Agriculture (A209) - Year Course – 1.0 credit – (Offered Odd Years) - 10-12 grades – May be counted as a lab science
Pre: Intro to Ag - Algebra I –Chemistry I with a “C” or above average or Permission from instructor.
This is a course that reinforces and extends student’s understanding of science and the scientific process by associating scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine specific agriculture applications and processes and the underlying science principles explaining or controlling those applications. Numerous laboratory exercises and experiments will deepen students understanding of scientific and agricultural content in this course whole actively involving students in the process of science.
This class also works with the FFA Plot and receives aqua-culture training.

Horticulture (A207) – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades- Priority given to Intro to CEFS students.

Agriculture Business and Management (A201)– Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12 grade
Pre: Must already be an Agriculture student and have taken Intro to CEFS prior to entering course. (Meets Consumer Education Requirement)
This course will familiarize students with the administrative decisions that occur in an agriculture business. They will begin by learning different careers in agribusiness and understand basic economic principles. Other major units in this class would be the following: identify business structures, utilize agencies and organizations, apply to a college or for a job, maintain records for a business, complete a tax form, how to market products, understand the futures market and its function that it serves, and develop spreadsheets. Along with these items they will continue to maintain their SAE project and record book while continuing to learn new leadership skills.

ART

Art I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-10 grades – Studio Fee
Art I introduces the elements of art and principles of design through studio production, art appreciation, readings and discussions. Sketching assignments are required. Basic Drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture and crafts will be covered.

Art II – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades – Studio Fee
Pre: Art I – completion with a C average, or permission from instructor
Art II builds upon concepts and processes of Art I. 1st semester covers 2 dimensional projects, and 2nd semester focuses on 3 dimensional projects such as ceramics, sculpture and crafts.

Art III– Drawing and Painting -Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades – Studio Fee
Pre: Completed Art II with a C average, or permission from instructor
1st semester focuses on developing drawing skills through choice of assignments, which are provided. Choices of media include pencil, charcoal, pastel, colored pencil, and ink. 2nd semester focuses on painting skills through the use of tempera, watercolor and acrylics.

Art IV – Advanced Portfolio– Year Course – 1.0 credit – SENIORS ONLY-Studio Fee
Pre: Art III with a B grade/ written proposal/ instructors consent
Art IV is for the self-motivated artist who wishes to further develop their skills in drawing, painting, ceramics, or sculpture. Students will work to develop a portfolio of art from projects they design with the instructor.

BUSINESS

Accounting (B201) – Year Course – 1.0 credit - 11-12 grades - Lab fee
Accounting is a skill level course that is valuable to all students pursuing a career related to computers, business, or management. The student will…

• Develop a working knowledge of the basic terminology used in the accounting discipline.
• Gain an understanding of the concepts, theories, and conventions underlying the measurement and processing of business activities for the purpose of reporting of the financial results of these activities.
• Learn the application of accounting record keeping procedures, applied to all phases of the accounting information processing cycle including learning its purpose, content and classification of financial statements. Business simulations with business papers are used to emphasize actual business records management.

Keyboarding/Word Processing–(B103)–Semester Course–.5 credit–9-12 grades
Lab fee may be required
Keyboarding/Word Processing is a course planned to develop basic skills, keyboarding techniques, and word processing. Major emphasis in the first quarter is placed on keyboarding technique, proofreading, and correcting errors. During the second quarter this course will emphasize formatting, and production of copies that meet business standards. Word processing will be taught with Microsoft Office 2000 software.

Business Graphics (B217) – Semester Course- .50 credit- 9-12 grades
Pre: Keyboarding/Word Processing
Business Graphics is a course designed to help students better understand word processing, spreadsheets, database applications, presentations, and production of business materials. In addition the class will establish a school enterprise program and will assist any classroom, school, and/or school district needs. Such needs may include the production of the curriculum guide, student handbook, teacher handbook, etc.

Microsoft Office 2000 (B216)- Year Course - 1.0 Credit – 10-12 grades
Lab fee may be required
Pre: Keyboarding/Word Processing
Microsoft Office 2000 covers Microsoft Word 2000, Microsoft Excel 2000, Microsoft Access 2000, Microsoft PowerPoint 2000, and Outlook 2000 with an overview of Windows. The student objective of this course is to:

• Learn the fundamentals of the Microsoft Office 2000 Suite.
• Be exposed practical examples of the computer as a useful tool
• Be acquainted with the proper procedures to create documents, workbooks, database, and presentations suitable for course work, professional purposes, and personal use.
• Develop an exercise-oriented approach that allows them to learn by example.

Introduction to Business I (B102) - .50 Credit - Semester Course
This course is an alternative for completion of the consumer education requirement. Intro to Business emphasizes the business aspect of their roles as consumers in our society. This course is designed for students to explore the business world, how it will affect them in everyday life and to introduce them to opportunities and careers available in the business field.
This course will meet the consumer education requirement for high school graduation in the State of Illinois

Introduction to Business II - .50 Credit – Semester Course
Pre: Introduction to Business I
This course is an extension of Introduction to Business I. It is designed for students to explore the business world, how it will affect them in everyday life, and to introduce them to opportunities and careers available in the business field.

Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship (B212)– Semester Course - .50 credit
Pre: Junior/Senior standing
If you can’t find the job that you want, you can always make the job that you want. If you have ever thought about being your own boss or wondered what it takes to be self-employed, this is the class for you. Students will learn about the start-up operation and management of a small business. Included in this course will be how to write a business plan, do a market analysis, promote a small business, manage employees, and guide the daily operations of a small business.

Work Based Learning

Work Program – Interrelated Cooperative Education ‘COOP” (I301-H301-B301)- Year Course – 2.0 Credits (1 credit for Related Instruction-Classroom and 1 credit for Job Placement)
Pre: Approval of Coop Coordinator based on the following conditions and related classes.
Students Must:

1. Have a senior standing unless otherwise approved by administration.
2. Have employment and be enrolled in the related class for the full school year unless otherwise given permission by coordinator or administrator.
3. Have a job placement that consists of a minimum of 12 hours per workweek. Students shall not work more than 40 hours per week at the approved job site while participating in the Coop program.
4. Furnish his/her own transportation.
5. Complete a physical examination if required by employer.
6. Not be employed by or under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian or close family relative unless otherwise approved by the coordinator.
7. Complete the proper paperwork to receive approval for the class as well as a Training Memorandum, Student Agreement and Proof of Age Form after accepted into the program.
8. Secure job placement for the full school year, and have received the coordinator’s approval BEFORE the first day of the fall semester.
9. Report any changes in job placement to the coordinator/teacher and the coordinator/teacher will need to approve the new placement at anytime during the school year.
10. Secure a job placement within 2 weeks of losing a job for any reason. If the student fails to do so it may result in a failing grade for the course and job and will be placed in study hall for the remainder of the semester.
11. Design an alternative schedule of courses in the event an approved job is not available or placement in the program is not suitable with the 5-day add/drop period.
12. Keep records pertaining to the job experience.
13. Enroll in the Coop related course.
14. Other requirements will be discussed with the coordinator in a preliminary interview.

Internship – Year Course – 1.0 Credit – 12th grade
Pre: Approval from Administration, Counselor, and Coordinator
The internship program helps students gain competitive occupational skills at business/industry standards by tightly linking CTE skill training with a supervised, paid work experience. Students apply for the internship program through their counselor. Once the student has applied for the internship program, the coordinator will be assigned to work with the student, school, and employer to develop an appropriate training plan.

Computer Science

Network Usage and Webpage Design–Semester Course – (Fall) - .50 credit- 9-12 Grades
a means to obtain and send electronic mail. Students will be instructed in the operation of Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape as a tool for surfing the Internet. Students will learn how to use a file transfer protocol program to send files to and receive files from remote locations. Students will learn how to scan images into the correct file formats. Students will learn how to alter digital images. Students will create an animated GIF using the GIF CONSTRUCTION SET. Students will be instructed in the coding and design of web pages.

Designing Webpages with JavaScripting – Semester Course (Fall)- .50 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Network Usage and Webpage Design
The purpose of this course is to introduce students who are familiar with creating web pages with HTML to use the JaveScript programming language. This course involves learning the underlying language and syntax of JaveScript. You will learn fundamental programming concepts. You will learn how to use the objects native to the JavaScript language and to manipulate objects available to us in the browser. The class will finish with more advanced topics, such as cookies. All new concepts that are introduced will be explained with practical examples, which allow you to experiment with JavaScripts and build on the theory you have just learned.

Problem Solving in JAVA – Semester Course-(Spring) - .50 credit- 9-12 grades
Pre: Network Usage & Web-page Design
This course involves learning to program the computer in the high level language “Java”. Students will be programming using the JAVA compiler created by Sun Microsystems. Students will be instructed on proper programming style. Students will write, edit, compile, test, and debug programs to solve scientific problems. Students will be required to use the Inspiration program that is taught in Network and web page design to create flowcharts. A strong math background is suggested for this course.

Using DHTML and CSS in Web-page Design – Semester Course – (Spring) .50 Credit 10-12 grades
Pre: Network Usage & Web-page Design & Designing Webpages with JavaScriptiing
The purpose of this course is to introduce students who are familiar with creating web pages with HTML to use the combination of technologies that work together to give Web developers unprecedented control over their pages. Pages can be laid out in precise fashion, and content within the page can be reformatted, added, or changed in real time. Students will receive instruction in Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, and W3C DOM ( Document Object Model) DHTML allows the programmer to do some really exciting things. Each lesson will cover a single DHTML topic. Each lesson will build on previous lessons and continue to more advanced topics as the semester progresses.

ENGLISH

English I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9th grade - Workbook fee
This course will include literature, grammar, writing, and speaking. The students will read novels, plays, short stories, poems, and nonfiction in order to become better readers and develop an appreciation for great literature. The study of grammar will include parts of speech, sentence construction, and punctuation. The students will also study paragraph and essay writing; they will write numerous paragraphs and a 350-400 word essay each quarter. Vocabulary development will be stressed throughout the course.

English II – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10th grade - Workbook fee
This course provides an understanding and appreciation for several different types of literature. Opportunities to enrich vocabulary and to improve skills in the areas of reading, writing, and both interpersonal and public communication are presented. Additional focus is placed on organizational skills, goal setting, note-taking, and testing skills as they are all keys to success at UHS and in life. Above all, one of the main objectives is to relate readings to life, thereby gaining a better understanding of the human experience and, subsequently, developing personal identity.

Advanced English III – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11th grade
This course involves a detailed study of American literature periods, American writers and their works. Materials and methods of research will be stressed as well. Students are required to complete a full-length research paper (9-ll typed pages). Special attention is given to developing the writing, organization, literary analysis, and language skills necessary for success in college.

English III – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11th grade
This course involves a detailed study of American writers and their works. Study materials and methods of research lead to the preparation of a 7-9 page research paper. An examination of work-skills and writing will be conducted.

Advanced English IV – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12th grade
In this yearlong course students will prepare not only for college English classes, but also developing skills applicable in any curriculum they choose to pursue. They will write two research papers, and other essays that deal with current issues or the analysis of literature. They will read several Shakespeare plays, novels from several different genres, short stories, and poetry. Students will give several speeches for several purposes to develop speaking skills.

English IV – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12th grade
Emphasis will be put on short stories, grammar, and writing. The students will read at least one Shakespeare play, novel, and other short works. Students will present a senior speech and write a 5-7 page research paper.

Theater – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
This course is designed to introduce theater to the student. Theater topics such as history, costume, set construction, make-up, acting, and a variety of others will be explored. Acting scenes will be done, and other performing is expected.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Intro to Family and Consumer Science (H102) – Year Course – 1.0 Credit – 9-10 grades
An introductory course for freshmen and sophomores to explore information and experiences as related to training for employability in family and consumer science related occupations. Units will be included on roles in today’s society, human relations as related to employability as well as to family living subject matter areas, with skill development and related career information. Subject matter areas will include childcare, foods, housing design, fashion-trends, sewing, marketing, and household management.

Basic Sewing/Clothing Construction – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Intro to Family and Consumer Sciences or Teacher Approval
This class may be taken one time only
This hands-on course gives students the opportunity to put basic sewing techniques to use by sewing a variety of projects throughout the semester. After learning basic textile and sewing technique information, each student will be able to work independently on their choice of approved projects.
Specific units will include textile fabric, pattern selection, basic machine sewing techniques and exploring careers in sewing, clothing and textiles.
Students will be given discount cards to use in area fabric stores and will be responsible for providing their own fabric and materials for class.

Child Growth and Development (H105) – Semester Course - .50 credit - 10-12 grades
Child Development offers students information about the development, growth, and behavior of infants and young children. Prenatal and postnatal growth and development will be covered; the various ages and stages from conception to five years of age will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on physical, metal, emotional, and social growth and development of the child. This course will increase the student’s awareness of job opportunities and possibilities for future education and training in child care occupations.

Parenting (H202) – Semester Course - .50 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Child Growth and Develop (passing grade)
A study of human growth and development to include the roles, responsibilities and impact of parenting both as a parent and as a child care worker. The interactions between parents and children and the alternative ways of meeting needs of all family members are studied. Some special units to be included will be: adolescent pregnancies, birth defects, and availability of community and social services for family related concerns. The role of the child care worker in dealing with the family as well as how to use good parenting skills when working with children will be discussed.

Early Childhood Education and Day Care Occupations (H210)- Semester course – 2 class hours - Spring Semester – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Into to Family and Consumer Sciences, Child Growth/Development & Parenting
This course is a study of the responsibilities and characteristics of a successful child care employees. With some actual experiences in the pre-school or early childhood education areas. Students will work to develop different techniques of working in early childhood education. Career information on the possible job opportunities and further education necessary for this are included. A study of the various types of childcare programs will be done including a field trip to Parkland Childcare lab. Students will set up and run a daycare/preschool simulation from April to end of May.

Resource Management (H204) – Adult Living – Semester Course - .50 credit 10-12 grades
Will count towards Consumer Education credit
This course is designed to provide learning experiences for assisting the individual in assuming their role as an adult and in meeting their personal goals through the multi-role phases of their adult lives. Specific units will include: decision making processes, crises of life and meeting them, aging and death issues, social concerns, responsibilities, and interaction between personal relationships and employability. Emphasis will be placed upon consumer roles, rights, and responsibilities. Household management and money management will be covered.

Foods and Nutrition (H103) – Semester Course - .50 credit – 10-12 grades
Seniors given priority then juniors then sophomores - Additional lab fee required
This course continues the study of foods and nutrition with emphasis in greater depth and broader scope. Students learn to understand the importance of proper nutrition and the life long effects of a healthy lifestyle. Concentrated attention is given to principles of food science, food safety, sanitation, and food preparation in a variety of areas, meal planning, food buying, and management techniques to aid in combining the roles of homemaker and wage earner. A continuation in the study of job opportunities and possibilities for future education in the food service career areas will be covered.

Advanced Foods with Gourmet Cooking (H106)- Semester Course - .50 credit – 10-12 grades - Seniors given priority then juniors then sophomores – Additional lab fee required
Pre: Foods with a passing grade
This course is for the student with the prerequisite of Foods and Nutrition who want to learn more advanced techniques in the study of nutrition and food sciences. Experiences will include selection of foods for special diets foreign food cookery and management skills necessary for meal preparation.

Exploring Professional Cooking – Semester class - .50 credit –12th grade – Additional lab fee required –
Pre: Must have passed Foods and Advanced Foods / Juniors who have completed Foods and Advanced Foods will be considered for class based on space availability.
This class will explore methods involved in professional cooking. Specific units will include: The Food Service Industry, working stations, Fast food techniques, careers in Food Services, menu planning, using tools and equipment. Experiences will include labs to simulate professional cooking experiences. Guest speakers and field trips will be included.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

There is a workbook fee for each foreign language class
German

German I – Year Course – 1.0 credit- 9-12 grades
This course teaches the basic skills of listening, speaking, writing, and reading in German. Basic Language patterns, pronunciation, and vocabulary are practiced in class and at home. The course also deals with the geography of German speaking countries and the life and customs of the people who speak the language. Students will compare and contrast German and native culture. The course may help students improve their English language skills.

German II – Year Course – 1.0 – 10-12 grades
Pre: German I-with a “C” or better
This course continues the development of German language skills. Pronunciation skills learned in German I are improved. Additional basic language patterns, vocabulary, and cultural topics are presented. German 1 and II can provide basic survival skills in German-speaking situations and are a good foundation for further study.

German III – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: German II-with a “C” or better
In this course students improve their language ability in German. Selected grammatical and cultural topics are studied. The latter may be from the fields of European geography, German art, music, literature, history, current events, government, and daily life and customs. The course provides practice aimed at improving the student’s comprehension and usage of the spoken and written language.

German IV – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12th grade
Pre: German III-with a “C” or better
German IV is the most advanced course. Most of the discussion is held in German. It stresses development of communication skills, which are useful in any career. Basic grammar is reviewed and refined. In addition to typical materials, current videos, films, newspapers, and magazines are used. Each student is expected to use German in class and to be an active participant in all activities. Projects are done such as preparing materials for and teaching to elementary students, a current music project and German film critiquing.

Spanish

Spanish I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
This course serves as an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are developed while listening and speaking are stressed. A variety of grammar topics are introduced. The geography, history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries are introduced with emphasis on Mexico. A trip to a local Mexican restaurant will coincide with the chapter on food.

Spanish II – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Spanish I-with a “C” or better
This course is a continuation of Spanish I. All four skills are developed which include listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Spoken Spanish is used as much as possible with an even greater emphasis on pronunciation skills. . The study of the geography, history, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries is continued.

Spanish III – Year Course –1.0 credit- 11-12 grades
Pre: Spanish II – a “C” or better
This course is a continuation of Spanish I and II. Most of the classroom discussion is held in Spanish. All four skills are developed which include listening, speaking, and writing. Spoken Spanish is used extensively placing an emphasis on the students’ comprehension and usage of the spoken and written language. The study of the geography, history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries are continued.

Spanish IV – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12th grade
Pre: Spanish III – a “C” or better
Spanish IV is an advanced Spanish course. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are refined. Class direction and explanations take place in the target language. In addition to the textbook, students will read several novels, watch a Spanish soap opera and be exposed to other forms of “real world” Spanish such as magazine and newspapers articles. The class will take a trip to the Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum in Chicago in the spring.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS

Introduction to Industrial Technology (I100) – Year Course – 9-10 Grade
Communication and Construction Technology (CCT) (I101) – First Semester Course - .50 credit – 9-10 Grade
The first of two courses, that will provide an introduction into the principles and procedures of technology. The course is made up of two basic units, communication and construction. The communication unit introduces communication systems, tele-communication, graphic communication and trends in communication technology. The construction unit introduces construction systems, planning construction, managing construction, construction homes and other buildings, other types of construction projects, and trends in construction technology. Each chapter combines reading with technology activities that are fun and thought provoking.

Production and Transportation Technology (PTT) (I102) – 2nd Semester Course .50 credit – 9-10 Grade
The second in a two-course sequence that provides an introduction to the principles of technology. Divided into two nine-week segments, production and transportation, the first quarter reveals the technologies used in production and manufacturing, labor/management, industrial employment, and material handling and processing. The second quarter introduces the technologies involved in transportation systems. Students will be provided with a wide variety of materials from a technological standpoint. They will be involved in hands-on thinking, and become aware of the technological society in which they live – preparing themselves for the future.

Wood Technology (I110) – Semester Course - .50 credit - 10-12 grades
Pre: CCT/PTT
Designed to give the students experience with materials, tools, and machines used in the area of woodworking. Students will construct several small projects and one final project of their own choosing. Instruction includes shop safety, wood technology and production techniques.

Metal Working, Materials, and Processes (Metals) (I140) – Semester Course - .50 credit 10-12 grades – Pre: CCT/PTT
Students are introduced to hand, and portable electric tools, and the basic sheet metal fabrication machines used in industry. This class includes a wide variety of “hands on “ activities involving the layout, measuring, cutting, joining, fastening, forming, fabrication and finishing of metal products. Students will study basic cutting and welding practices and procedures used in Arc and Oxy-acetylene process. Study of safe work habits, how to read simple drawings, layouts, and measurement techniques. Flat butt, lap, T-weld, corner, and bead welding are also included in the course.

Drafting (I130) – Semester Course - .50 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Introduction to Industrial Technology (CCT/PPT)
Designed to give students experiences with sketching, instrument practice, and computer aided drafting. Topics covered will be technical sketching, lettering, geometry, multi-view drawing projection, sectional views, pictorial drawing projections, and surface developments.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) (I201) - Semester Course - .50 Credit
10-12 grades – Pre: “C” or better in Drafting – CCT/PPT
This course implements the use of a computer in place of traditional drawing instruments. It will require the student to complete several tutorial drawings and the completion of one of their own choosing that will reflect knowledge and skills gained upon the completions of each tutorial.

House Construction I (I211) Year Course 2.0 credit (2-hour class) 11-12 grades
Pre: CCT – PTT – Drafting – CAD Drafting
This one-year course will cover estimating, layout and construction. The student will gain hands on experience in figuring and ordering materials, building layout, footings, foundations, floor, wall, roof and exterior and interior finish as well as wiring, plumbing, and heating

House Constructions II (I212) Year Course 2.0 Credit (2 hour class) 11-12 grades
Pre: Must receive an academic grade of “C” or better in House Construction I or have consent of instructor.
One year on site course in which the student will master and improve skills started in House Construction I. This course covers estimating, layout, and construction. Students will gain hands on experience in figuring and ordering materials, building layout, footing and foundations, floor, wall, roof, exterior and interior finish as well as wiring, plumbing, and heating. Students are responsible for dressing properly for the task at hand.

Machine Metals and Manufacturing I (I240) Year Course 2.0 Credit (2 hour class) 11-12 grades
Pre: CCT – Metals – Drafting – CAD Drafting
First year this course will provide students with opportunities to develop competencies needed for employment in a variety of manufacturing-related positions. Emphasis on safety practices, selecting materials, bench work operations, performing precision measurements, layout work, housekeeping procedures, forging, foundry, sheet metal, engine lathe, milling machines, grinding machines and drill presses. Emphasis Arc Welding, Plasma Cutting is included. Certifying tests in out of position welding is also covered in the course content. Students will design and manufacture projects along with required projects in each area.

Machine Metals and Manufacturing II –(I241) Year Course 2.0 Credit (2-hour class) 12th grade Pre: Machines Metals I – consent of instructor
This second year training level course offers experiences that expand upon competencies achieved during the first level of classes. Student will be given an opportunity to specialize their training in their areas of manufacturing.

MATHEMATICS

Applied Math – Year course – 1.0 credit – 9-11 grades
This class will not satisfy college admission to baccalaureate degree
This course is designed for students who have had very limited success in mathematics. It offers a comprehensive coverage of basic math skills needed for everyday living. Students will spend time doing relevant and practical problems involving such topic as using math in sports, earning and spending money, auto expense, insurance, interest, etc. that are related to real life.

Consumer Math – Year Course – 1.0 Credit 9-10 grades
This class will not satisfy college admissions to baccalaureate degree
This course will strengthen basic math skills through direct application to important everyday situations including paying taxes. Buying food, banking and investing, managing a household, buying and maintaining a car, budgeting money, and preparing for a career. The focus of the course will be on showing the relevance of mathematics to real life.

Algebra I-A and Algebra I-B – These courses were designed to complete Algebra I in two years. It was designed because of the ever-increasing reliance on technology in our modern world that has led to a need for more students to take Algebra and Geometry in High School. Algebra I-A and I-B has been designed for those students who have difficulty in grasping the abstract concepts of Algebra. The extended time frame over two years will aid their development of a greater in depth understanding of those concepts.

** Algebra I-A and Algebra I-B will satisfy credit for 1 year of Algebra I for college admission.

Algebra I-A – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-11 grades
Algebra I-A will explore connections to Algebra, the rules of Algebra, solving linear equations, graphing linear equations and functions, writing linear equations, and solving and graphing linear inequalities. Solving verbal problems will be stressed in this course.

Algebra I-B - Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-11 grades
Pre: Completion of Algebra I-A or Algebra I in 8th grade
Algebra I-B will include working with powers and exponents, solving quadratic equations, factoring polynomials, problem solving using ration and proportion, direct and inverse variation, functions and relations, and working with radical expressions. The solution of various types of verbal problems will also be stressed.

Algebra I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
This course is designed to acquaint the student with basic algebraic concepts. This will include the study of the properties of numbers, linear equations and inequalities; factoring, simplifying and combining rational expressions, graphing in a coordinate plane, systems of equations, functions and relations, radical expressions, and quadratic equations. Solution of different types of word problems will also be presented during the course.

Geometry – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
Pre: Successfully completed Algebra or permission from instructor.
This course will include the study of plane geometric figures and some selected solids. Students will learn to discover and prove properties of geometric figures. They will be encouraged to use careful, logical thinking while developing their own type of problem solving. The course will also include topics of proof, congruence, quadrilaterals, similar polygons, triangles, circles, constructions, areas and volumes.

Algebra II – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades - TI83 Plus Calculator needed for class
Pre: Successfully completed Algebra I and Geometry or permission from instructor
This course is designed for those students who have completed Algebra I and Geometry and has met with average or above average success in those courses. Review of the fundamental quadratics, conic, and systems of equations involving quadratics, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, complex numbers, graphing, permutations, combinations, probability and trigonometric functions. Solutions of word problems are also considered during the course.

Pre-Calculus – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Successfully completed Algebra II or permission from instructor
This course is for the college bound students who have successfully completed Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. Topics include theory of equations, trigonometry, logarithmic, and exponential functions, conic sections, polynomial functions and vectors.

Calculus – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 12th grade
Pre: Successfully completed Pre-Calculus or permission from instructor
This course is for college bound students who have successfully completed Pre-Calculus. Topics include limits and continuity, functions, derivatives, and their applications, integrals and their applications, and trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic and hyperbolic functions.

Elementary Statistics – Semester course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Successfully completed Algebra II or with permission of the instructor.
This course is for any college bound student. The course will cover data organization, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, the normal distribution, estimation, and hypothesis testing to include non-parametric methods.

Critical Thinking & Mathematical Skills – Semester course - .50 credit – 11-12th grade
Pre: Successfully completed Algebra II or with permission of the instructor
This course is for any college bound senior students. Topics include, but not necessarily limited to, probability, critical thinking skills, logic, review of algebra and geometry skills.

MUSIC

Band – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
Pre: Ability from previous study on a band instrument and permission from the instructor **Note: Attendance requirement
Instrumental music provides musical experiences designed to expand the student’s knowledge of music and musical instruments. These experiences provide opportunities for all students to play standard and new band music. Participation in band will also include studying instrumental performance skills, music theory, and music history.
Students enrolled in the band are required to participate in football pep band, concert band, and basketball pep band. Participation in other groups and events are optional. Students will also be required to attend evening rehearsals starting the beginning of June and including performance in the Tolono Fun Day Parade.
Band members are required to attend all performances and rehearsals unless excused in advance by director. No performances will be scheduled without 2 weeks prior notice to band members. Before enrolling in band, all students and their parents should read and understand the attendance policy located in the music handbook.

Chorus – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-12 grades
Pre: Previous chorus class enrollment or permission of the instructor
** Note: Attendance requirements, Attire requirements, Music production costume requirements
Students may enroll in Chorus each year they attend UHS.
Previous choral experience is not necessary but is helpful. Chorus provides experience in choral singing, rehearsal and performance technique. Non-performance content included music history and music theatre topics that relate directly to performance music.
Students must be able to wear dress clothes (no T-shirts, jeans or athletic shoes) at concerts when robes are not worn. Students will be required to either provide their own costumes (approval required) or pay a portion of the rental fee for each costume (not to exceed $25.00 per costume).
Chorus members are required to attend all performances and rehearsals unless excused in advance by the director. A schedule for concerts and the musical production (Broadway show) is distributed during the first week of the school year. No performances will be scheduled without 2 weeks prior notice to chorus members. Before enrolling in chorus, all students and their parents should read and understand the attendance policy located in the music handbook.

PE/HEALTH/DRIVERS EDUCATION

Physical Education
One time charge for a PE lock. Students are required to wear P.E. Clothes.
Physical Education – Co-Educational Classes – Year Course - .50 credit – 9-12 grades
The Unity Physical Education program has three facets: The fitness program, the lifetime skills program, and the cognitive program.

• The fitness program is a progressive jogging program supplemented with a wide variety of exercises and activities. The program is self paced, based on personal goals.
  
• The goal of our lifetime skill program is to introduce and develop skills in activities that students will most likely use as a means of activity in their personal life.
  
• The goal of the cognitive program is for students to understand “why” they need to internalize the importance of becoming and staying fit.

Advance Fitness Physical Education – Co-Educational Classes- Year Course .50 credit 9-12 grades
This course involves a physically demanding program of weight training and fitness activities designed to enhance speed, agility, flexibility, jumping and coordination. The academic portion of this course provides students with an advanced understanding of biomechanics, nutrition, and fitness terminology. Students are given strength and fitness tests periodically. Student performance goals are developed and revised each semester

Health – Semester Course - .50 credit –
*Required for graduation
Health education is designed to help solve problems in the area of physical, social, and mental health. Emphasis is placed on the provision of scientific information, the development of understanding of important health concepts. Students will examine a wide range of health topics and perform various activities that will help them gain understanding of their responsibility toward their own health.

*Seven semesters of Physical Education plus one semester of Health are required by Unity High School and the State of Illinois. Physical Education is required unless excused by a written request from a family physician.
The four semesters of Physical Education may also be waived under the 1985 Educational Reform Act for the following reasons:

1. A junior or senior with no study hall and participating in an IHSA Interscholastic Sport may apply to be waived from PE during the sport’s season. (fall, winter, spring) by completing a PE waiver card previous to the start of the season. A junior or senior with no study hall and out for sports in all three seasons may waive out of PE the entire school year. Students will return to PE when not participating in sports. If a student were to drop off the team, they would return to PE immediately. Each application will be examined on a case to case basis. The student will be placed in a study hall upon acceptance of the waiver applications.
2. A Junior or Senior may waive PE if they need a required course for college, or if they need a course to meet graduation requirements.

Driver Education – Quarter Class - .250 credit –
*Credit is required for graduation. Fee for Behind the Wheel Driving
Pre: Must pass 8 courses in the prior two semesters
This course is offered in a two-phase program consisting of a nine-week classroom session and a behind the wheel phase. The classroom phase is used to instruct each student with the safest and the most efficient methods of driving. The basis of this phase is the IPDE process. The behind the wheel phase consists of six hours each in actual practice driving and in observation. This permits each student the opportunity to apply the methods of safe and efficient driving. Students are required to practice driving with their parents for a minimum of 25 hours.

SCIENCE

Students planning to attend college and major in a science related field should take four science classes. There is a Science Lab fee for each course.

Integrated Principles of Science – Year course – 1.0 credit – 9-10 grades
Integrated Principles of Science is a course designed to give incoming freshman an interdisciplinary look at the life, earth and physical sciences, and how these different facets of science are interwoven with one another. Integrated Principles is a lab-oriented hand on course with emphasis placed on performance based out comes. Topics include cells, earth and its physical processes, atoms, chemical reactions, energy, machines, health and disease, heat, and organisms and their environment. The physical science portion of this course requires math skills.

Biology I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9-11 grades
Pre: Must pass both semesters of Integrated Science or be in the freshman honors section
Biology I students study living things, their characteristics and processes. The course is divided into 3 major areas: Molecules and Cells; Heredity and Evolution; Organisms and Populations. Learning activities include reading, lectures, discussions, computer programs, labs, worksheets, and assessment activities. Biology I is a science course students should have if planning to attend college.

Biology II – Year Course – 1.0 – 10-12 grades
Pre: Successfully completed Biology I or permission from instructor
Biology II is recommended for those planning scientific or technical careers in biology, health, physical education, psychology, wildlife biology and management, etc.
Biology II is divided into three major areas of study. First is Vertebrate Biology; second is Human Biology, including anatomy and physiology, evolution, health, and man’s relationship to the environment. The final area of study is Environmental Science, which includes ecology, conservation of natural resources, pollution and toxic waste, fish and wildlife management, and population biology.

Chemistry I – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 10-12 grades
Pre: Must pass both semesters of Integrated Principles of Science – minimum “C” average in Algebra I or Algebra I-A-B combination.
Chemistry is recommended for students planning scientific or technical careers in agriculture, biology, electronics, engineering, mechanics, medicine (health), physical education, etc., or for any student interested in the chemical nature of matter.
Chemistry surveys scientific discoveries about the composition and properties of matter and how matter reacts to form new matter. This information is provided through readings, lectures, discussion, and laboratory work.

Chemistry II – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Minimum “C” average in Chemistry I or permission of instructor
Chemistry II is a laboratory based course designed as a continuation of a sequence beginning with Chemistry I. It is highly recommended for those students interested in any scientific or medical career. Because this course will give an added “edge” on preparation for college chemistry, any student who expects to take a college chemistry course would benefit from this class. Topics included in this course are the Chemistry of acids and bases, solids and solutions, ionization, titration, organic and biochemistry.

Physics – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Biology I and Chemistry I or permission of department head: Minimum “C” average in Chemistry I, Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II required.
Physics surveys the scientific discoveries about the relationship between matter and energy. It includes the study of mechanics, light, and sound, and electricity. This information is provided through reading, lectures, discussion, and laboratory work. Understanding these requires that the students be able to apply both algebraic and geometric concepts including use of equations and abilities in solving word problems

Anatomy & Physiology – Year Course- 1.0 Credit – 11-12 grades
Pre: Biology I & II, and Chemistry I, or permission of Department Chair
Anatomy & Physiology is an advanced course designed primarily for students interested in medically related careers, such as medical doctor, nursing, physical therapy, etc. Areas of study will focus on the various structures that compromise human body systems (anatomy) and the functions of these structures, both individually and collectively (physiology). A mammalian dissection will be included as a significant portion of the class.

SOCIAL SCIENCES

World Cultures – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 9 –10 grades
*Required for Graduation
This course acquaints students with the world, its history and cultures. The emphasis of the course is geography along with the future outlook and problems for the various countries in the world.

Consumer Education – Quarter Class - .250 credit -
* Required for Graduation
Consumer Education presents the basic essentials of economic principles designed to help the student take on the responsibilities of adult life. Specific objectives are to understand the concepts of decision making, checking, credit, investing, budgeting, insurance, taxes, and the economic principles essential for participation as a citizen, taxpayer and voter.

United States History – Year Course – 1.0 credit – 11th grades
*Required for Graduation
This course covers the historical development of the culture and government of the United States. Some geography and a continuing discussion of current events will be included.

Government – Semester Course - .50 credit - 12th grade –
*Required for Graduation
This course is an introduction to American government with emphasis on the legislative, executive and judicial branches of our federal government. Other topics discussed will be civil rights and civil liberties. Students must pass an examination over the US and Illinois Constitution and Flag Etiquette. A continuing discussion of current events will be included.

Advanced U.S. History – Semester Course - .50 credit – 12th grade
Pre: A minimum grade of “C” in both U.S. History and Jr. English is required.
This is a research and project based course. Special emphasis is given to contemporary historical topics. Major projects include a research paper and a “teacher for a day” opportunity. Local and family history may also be examined. Analyzing and writing on historical topics will be mandatory.

Psychology – Semester Course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
This is a course covering the basic concepts of psychology, its terms, and contributors. The fundamental elements of normal human behavior and personality are covered. A highly suggested course for college bound students.

Sociology – Semester Course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
Sociology is the study of human life groups. Topics include types of societies; marriage and family; minority relations; deviant behavior, and more. The class is discussion oriented. Projects included are surveys in teams, team presentations, and short papers. A suggested course for college bound students.

Law and Society – Semester Course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
This course is a study of criminal law and civil law. Topics include; rights of the accused, arrest procedures, court procedures, punishment, consumer law, and family law. The class participates in mock trials and a field trip to the County Jail.

American Problems – Semester Course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
American Problems encompasses not only current problems in our nation, but also how our nation relates to world issues. A current magazine, such as Newsweek, will be a resource for this class. This class includes in depth research in a topic of your choice presented in a research paper as well as a presentation.

Economics – Semester Course - .50 credit – 11-12 grades
An introduction to Economics including supply and demand, the American business structure, how output and profits are determined, gross national product, money and banking, and advanced personal economics. This is a suggested course for college bound students but should not be overlooked by anyone wishing to learn more about the handling and investing of money.

SPECIAL EDUCATION
The courses in special education are made available to students who become qualified through referral, testing, and staffing procedures.

General Math I-IV	Year Course	1.0 credit
English I-A (2 hr. Class)	Year Course	2.0 credit
English I-IV	Year Course	1.0 credit
World Cultures I	Year Course	1.0 credit
United States History	Year Course	1.0 credit
Government I	Semester Course	.50 credit
Science I	Year Course	1.0 credit
Study Hall A	Year Course	.25 credit
Exploratory Arts/	Year Course	1.0 credit
Life Skills	Year Course	1.0 credit
General Business	Year Course	1.0 credit
Consumer Education I	Quarter Course	.25 credit
Health I	Semester Course	.50 credit
Work Program 11-12*	Year Course	2.0 credit

Work Program – Year Course – 2.0 credit 11-12 grades
Pre: Student must

1. have an IEP – Individual Education Plan
2. Have a junior standing
3. Be employed and enrolled in General Business for the full year.
4. Have a job which consists of a minimum of 15 school hours per week between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm.
5. Furnish his/her own transportation
6. Complete a physical examination if required by employer.
7. Complete an employee/employer contract.
8. Have secured job placement for the full school year, and received the work coordinator’s approval BEFORE the first day of the semester.
9. Keep records pertaining to the job experience.
10. Design an alternative schedule of courses in the event an approved job is not available

Transfer students will be eligible for this program only if they were enrolled in a program of this type prior to coming to Unit 7.

OFF CAMPUS COURSES - Semester Courses - Credit Varies - 11-12 grades

Parkland College Courses:

Automotive Technology – Junior / Seniors

Group I -AYES – Students are highly selected by Parkland staff

• AFD115 – Basic Chassis Electrical Systems - Fall
• AFD 117 – Basic Automotive Electronics and Computer Strategies - Fall
• AFD 231 – Fuel and Emissions Diagnosis - Spring
• AFD 291 – Advanced Electrical and Computer Control Service Operations – Spring

Group II – Only class that Unity High School will cover in this group is ACR130.

• ACR 130 – Unibody Construction, Estimating, and Measuring Principles – Fall Semester
• WLD 112 – Metal Inert Gas Welding – Fall Semester
• CIT 115 – Rough Carpentry – Spring Semester
• CIT 130 – Construction Plan Fundamentals – Spring Semester

Health Careers – Seniors only

HCS 112 – Orientation to Health Care
HCS154 – Medical Terminology
NAS111 – Nurse Assistant

The Board of Education approved the following guidelines for students who plan to attend Parkland College.

1. Students provide their own transportation to Parkland College.
2. Students will enroll in appropriate classes with the direct help of the Guidance Counselor.
3. Students will pay all tuition, fees, and textbook costs to Parkland College. Upon completion of the class/classes and with a passing grade of C or higher, the student will be reimbursed by Unit 7 Schools for their tuition, fees, and textbooks. Students must use an official copy of grades from Parkland to verify their grade of C or higher. All requests for fee reimbursement must be made to the building principal. Students that qualify for free/reduced lunches may request to have the Parkland fees waived.
4. Students enrolling at Parkland College need to make an alternative schedule with the guidance counselor in case the Parkland class/classes are cancelled.
5. These dual credit classes and accompanying grades shall count toward high school graduation and will be counted in the student’s high school grade point average.