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English
2230 English 9
Grade Level: 9th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
The Freshman Language Arts year focuses on continued enhancement of grammatical, composition and literature skills. The primary focus of grammar is in the area of usage. Composition is enforced in short writing exercises, working with the six traits of writing. Literature is being continued with the reading of such classics as To Kill a Mockingbird and Romeo and Juliet.
050501 Speech
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Required Course
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mrs. Kayla Hawkins
Description:
Students will be introduced to communication in various forms.
2220 English 10
Grade Level: 10th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kayla Hawkins
Description:
This course deals with literature and composition. The primary work of literature used is Lord of the Flies. Compositions dealing with theme, characterization, and contrasts will accompany the study of the novel. Students will study poetry, with emphasis on figurative language and theme. They will write and share their own work. The students will write one major narrative essay and a number of smaller analytical essays.
2205 English 11 (American Literature)
Grade Level: 11th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: & Mrs. Kayla Hawkins
Description:
This course includes the study of American literature from colonial times to the present. The emphasis is on the distinct views and literary movements found throughout our country’s history. Students are required to read and analyze essays, short stories and poems written by various American authors. Students review literary terms such as plot, character, and setting.
2225 English 12 Required Course (Choice)
Grade Level: 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
The majority of writing is workplace based and includes memos, resumes, news releases, instructions, reports, recommendations, evaluations, and research-based documents. Literature used for the course is selected for themes such as conflict resolution, the ethics of technological progress, and interpersonal relations. Additional activities may include readings and units dealing with communication issues in the workplace.
2210 College English (Composition) Required Course (Choice)
Grade Level: 12th Grade
Length: First Semester
Teacher: Mrs. Kayla Hawkins
Description:
The first semester is a composition class which is offered for college credit in cooperation with Central Community College. Credit is transferable, and upon satisfactory completion, students will earn three credits of their freshmen English requirements in college. Writing techniques are studied and developed. Assignments include five major compositions. In addition to the classroom teacher, video lectures will be given by the college instructor.
2215 College English (Literature or Writing and Research)
Grade Level: 12th Grade
Length: Second Semester
Teacher: Mrs. Kayla Hawkins
Description:
Second Semester is American Literature, which is offered for college credit through Central Community College. Readings include short stories, poetry, the novel, and dramas. Individual and group projects will be assigned. These are designed to show application of the material learned. Group discussion is a major part of the class.
Math
2305 Algebra I
Grade Level: 9th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Megan Lienemann
Description:
This course introduces the student to numerous new algebraic concepts. The student will be required to be able to do computation in the real numbers, solve linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, graph on the number line and coordinate plane, systems of equations and inequalities, exponent properties, functions, polynomials and factoring. This course addresses the 12 grade Nebraska State Standards. Students are expected to be active learners and complete homework, quizzes, standard assessments, chapter tests and 2 semester tests.
2310 Algebra II
Grade Level: 11th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
This course reviews Algebra I topics including solving linear and quadratic equations, linear inequalities, systems of equations and inequalities, graphing on the plane, and exponents. The student will explore new topics including polynomials, functions, inverses, logarithms, probability, rational functions, sequences and series, factoring, conics, and trig. Students are expected to be active learners and complete homework, quizzes, standard assessments, chapter tests and 2 semester tests. This course addresses 12th grade Nebraska State Standards.
2345 Geometry
Grade Level: 10th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Tyler Ehresman
Description:
This class is an elective for students who have successfully completed Algebra I. The emphasis is on the origin, application, measurements, properties, and relationships of points, lines, planes, angles, surfaces, and solids.
2300 Advanced Math
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
This class is an elective for students who have successfully completed Algebra II. The first quarter involves a review of Algebra II concepts and extends some of these concepts. The second and third quarter involves trigonometry which is the study of relationships between triangles, angles and segments. The fourth quarter involves pre-calculus concepts.
11931 Algebra Foundations I (choice)
Grade Level: 9th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Tyler Ehresman
Description:
A hands on study of Math concepts to prepare high school students to develop and refine math skills for preparation for Algebra I and Geometry. The material focuses on decimals and problem solving, working with data, integers, equations, rational numbers, percents, ratios, proportions, probability, powers, roots and graphing on the coordinate plane. The introduction to Geometry includes work with surface area, volume, and measurements. This class is recommended for those students who are in need of additional basic math skills before continuing on to Algebra and Geometry. Minimum requirements are the successful completion of eighth grade math. This class is not available for those who have successfully completed Algebra I, Algebra II, or Geometry.
119933 Algebra II Foundations
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
This class is a continuation of Algebra Foundations I. The same methods and techniques are emphasized, but the material becomes more involved with higher levels of mathematics. This course is recommended for those students who have successfully completed Algebra Foundations I. Consumer Math and Personal Finance applications are taught. This class is not available to those students who have successfully completed Algebra I or any higher level math class.
119932 Geometry Foundations
Grade Level: 10th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Tyler Ehresman
Description:
This course will add depth and applications to the topics introduced in Algebra Foundations. The course introduces and explores important concepts, as well as practical applications of geometry. Topics include properties of one-, two-, and three-dimensional figures, similarity and proportional reasoning, introductory level trigonometry, and Cartesian graphing.
2340 Calculus
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Dorothy Moss
Description:
Students learn the basics of Calculus, focusing on the Derivative and Integrals. There will be an emphasis on Trigonometry and Functions. Students must have successfully completed Advanced Math. We will complete the equivalent of one semester of college calculus, but this is not offered for college credit.
Science
2720 Science 9
Grade Level: 9th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kasie McGee
Description:
Physical science is the field of study for this required freshman science course. The material covered includes a wide variety of topics including: properties of matter, physical and chemical changes, mixtures, elements, compounds, atoms, periodic table of elements, motion, forces, work, power, simple machines, electricity, magnetism, and light. The student will participate in lab activities and write lab write-ups, as well as completing other written assignments which include pertinent vocabulary.
Comments: Each year as a culmination to the study of simple machines, each student is required to create a “Rube Goldberg” invention. A Rube Goldberg invention takes a simple task, such as turning the alarm clock off, and accomplishes it through many steps using simple machines. Thus, in the long run, a simple task is now a complicated task. The idea is to get students to use many simple machines in their invention. Parent and family involvement is encouraged!
2705 Biology
Grade Level: 10th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. David Morris
Description:
The biology program is designed to introduce the world of life and to learn to appreciate the abundance of organisms around us and their interactions with both living and nonliving things. It is hoped that the student will: develop a conversational vocabulary for science; acquire an appreciation for man's role in the biological and physical world; have a knowledge of the history of biology and modern medicine; learn the fundamental structure of life, the cell, and it's biochemistry; learn the principles of inheritance; have a knowledge of the classification system; and develop an extended knowledge of the animal kingdom.
2700 Anatomy and Physiology
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. David Morris
Description:
This course is designed to allow juniors and seniors to learn about the intricacies of the human body which will possibly help prepare them for further education. The student will: have a knowledge of the basic structure and function of the human body, with emphasis on the following systems: epithelial, skeletal, muscular, digestive, nervous, and reproductive; learn basic anatomy of the cat, including major muscles and internal organs; and develop laboratory skills in preparation to have an active interest in research and development. Students will need to have had a "B" average in Biology, or permission from the instructor, to sign-up for this class. This class is not part of the 30 credits needed to graduate with the change in the science standards.
2710 Chemistry
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. David Morris
Description:
Chemistry focuses on the structure and properties of matter. College-bound students with an interest in an science-related field will benefit from taking this class. Students will: develop the skills of observation, data gathering, measurement, experimental design, and interpretation through laboratory experiences; gain a general knowledge of atomic structure and the atomic theory; learn the basic principles and types of chemical reactions; use writing skills, analytical thinking, judgment, and apply acquired knowledge to everyday situations. An introduction into organic chemistry will conclude the course. Juniors will need to take this class BEFORE taking College Chemistry as a Senior.
2715 Physics
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year (offered every other year)
Teacher: Mr. David Morris
Description:
Physics is for college bound seniors who have successfully completed math courses through Algebra II. We study motion, gravity, relativity, light, optics, and more. This class is offered every other year.
2707 Earth Explorations
Grade Level: 11th-12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kasie McGee
Description:
This class is primarily for juniors and seniors. This science course will focus on the planet Earth - with emphasis on areas including meteorology, rivers, geology and oceanography. We will learn about extremes in our world-wide weather, conduct trips to the Middle Loup River to learn about river ecosystems, have an introduction to oceanography, and also learn about the major and varied landforms that can be discovered here on Earth. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to climb to the top of Mount Everest, go explore the depths of the ocean, navigate up the Amazon, go on a walk-about, or something of this nature? If there is some place on Earth you would like to explore, we will simulate this in a "personal expedition" in which you will have to make all the necessary plans in order to make this a successful trip. There's many exciting places to discover on our planet, and you will be made aware of some of these. This is not a college-prep class, but the course would benefit anyone interested in the areas covered by this class, and it qualifies for a science class needed for college acceptance.
College Chemistry
Grade Level: 12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. David Morris
Description:
This class is primarily for seniors that have completed Chemistry. The course will be taught through lessons from Dr. Heckman, and labs taught by Mr. Morris. Chemistry I will be first semester, Chemistry II will be taught second semester.
Social Science
2930 World History
Grade Level: 9th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
World history is the study of human history around the globe through time. World history stretches beyond the boundaries of nation-states or civilizations to form a macro history of the human story. Just as the history of the United States is more than the history of 50 individual states, World History is the study of the global human experience and changes in that. We will study the ancient civilizations of the world, proceeding through the Middle Ages, all the way up to World War II.
Civics
Grade Level: 9th Grade Required
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mrs. Tiffany Jacobsen
Description:
Geography
Grade Level: 9th Grade Required
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mrs. Tiffany Jacobsen
Description:
2905 American History
Grade Level: 11th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Tim Dvorak
Description:
American History is a survey class, that begins with the end of Reconstruction and takes the student to today. Major events and individuals are studied and discussed. An emphasis is placed on vocabulary and the identification of important individuals. Main topics include: the The populist movement, Immigration, Progressive Era, WW I, The Great Depression & the New Deal, WW II, The Fifties, Vietnam, The Seventies and Eighties, and contemporary America.
Particular attention will be paid to meeting the Nebraska State Standards for American History, and Six Trait Writing Goals.
2900 American Government
Grade Level: 12th Grade Required Course
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Tim Dvorak
Description:
Government is the institution which a state uses to maintain social order, provide public services, and enforce decisions that are binding on all people living the state.
The purpose of this course is to prepare the student to be an informed citizen of our society and also an effective citizen. The student will develop knowledge, skill, and ideals to help them become competent citizens. The study will include but not be limited to the following: history of democracy and government, history of early America and how it contributed to the establishment of our government today, the constitution and constitutional history, the three branches of government and how they work, and how our government and economy work today. Special emphasis is placed on meeting the Nebraska State Standard for American Government, and Six Trait Writing Goals.
151000 Economics
Grade Level: 11th-12th (Required or Ag Business or Accounting)
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Tim Dvorak
Description:
The course emphasizes the decisions made by individuals, firms, and governments related to their financial resources. This is required for graduation, or students may take accounting, ag business, or personal finance.
21st Century Issues
Grade Level: 11th-12th
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Tim Dvorak
Description:
The course studies the many events that took place during the 21st Century in our country and across the world.
Fine Arts & Foreign Language
2110 Senior High Band
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Ms. Kelley Jordan
Description:
The teacher will provide material and guidance for activities which will assist in the development of playing skills at the intermediate level of playing band instruments. The curriculum will include: The basic principles of marching, the intermediate skills of playing together, and the basics involving dynamics, tempo, articulation, and phrasing. The self discipline skills required to be part of a large group, to advance ones self through practice, and to learn to interact appropriately and creatively with peers.
120650 Beginning Guitars
Grade Level: 9th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Ms. Kelley Jordan
Description:
Students in beginning guitar will learn how to strum basic chords and play a few chord progressions. We will learn songs and accompany ourselves as we sing them. This class will be graded on participation, comprehension of material, one artist research paper, and the playing quizzes throughout the semester. Students will leave the class knowing how to play basic chord progressions, some bar chords, and the ability to learn new chords and incorporate them into music.
2105 HS Vocal Music
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kimberly Killinger
Description:
The High School Mixed Choir is a non auditioned group of high school singers who work together to create a balanced four part choral ensemble. Vocal technique, choral technique, musical interpretation, independent part singing, sight reading, foreign language, stylistic interpretation, music history are all elements addressed in the high school choir.
Many varied performance opportunities are available to choir students, including Dessert Theatre, Carol grams, Winter Concert, spring musical, District Music Contest. Auditions for various honor choirs are available.
Grading is based on class participation and concert participation. A 5 point rubric is used to assess musical accuracy and classroom behavior.
2100 High School Art I
Grade Level: 9th-12th
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Geoff Cyboron
Description:
This elective art class is an introductory course offered to any 9-12 high school student. The basic understanding of the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design are used for the various art projects. Students will work in a wide variety of media that include pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pastels, watercolor, tempera and acrylic painting. Special instruction will be given in a Calligraphy Unit where students learn to do creative calligraphy and a modified Old English script. Three-dimensional projects include winter glass ornament design, wood sculpture, and masks. Studying art history and using techniques by many historical artists help students as both artists and as consumers. Tech pen drawing, silver scratch-board and drawing and painting will round out the second semester. A "Student Choice Project" reinforces the use of drawing and painting for a final project. A Fine Arts display will be given at the end of the year showing student work.
2025 Graphic Design
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Geoff Cyboron
Description:
Scheduled as a one semester class for the advanced art student with a requirement of Art I as a minimum. This exploratory class will include medias where student can learn various techniques and skills. The art projects will include both 2-D and 3-D art projects. A stretched canvas sculpture and a 2-D floor cloth are two projects using canvas and acrylic. Silk painting will also allow student to experience another more diverse material. Additional projects will be subject to class size and the time-frame available for completion.These students will explore the creative process of expression using the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design.
2235 Spanish I
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Steph McInturf
Description:
Students will work on speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in Spanish. Some topics are clothing, colors, family members, classroom objects, telling time, numbers, basic verb conjugation, exchanging information, shopping, talking about school, and several other topics. Students are required to work cooperatively in groups of 2-4. Assessment will be done through weekly quizzes, tests, oral checks, homework grades, and projects
2240 Spanish II
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Steph McInturf
Description:
Building on Spanish I, Spanish II students will be expected to produce oral conversations, begin reading short pieces of literature, and improve listening and writing skills. Students will increase their vocabulary and begin talking about past and future events. Students will produce short skits, stories and articles in Spanish. Assessment will be done through weekly quizzes, tests, oral checks, homework grades, and projects.
Comments: Completion of Spanish 1 or JH Spanish with a C average is required to enter.
2245 Spanish III/IV (060244)
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Steph McInturf
Description:
This class will have an emphasis on oral conversation skills. Grammar will be reviewed throughout the year. Students will be able to use many different tenses in writing to express thoughts. Reading will consist of short stories and tales. Completion of Spanish II with a C average required to enter. Advanced skills that build upon the skills obtained in Spanish III will be cultivated in this class.
Business, Technology, & Media
Intro to Business
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the business, marketing, and management career field, which covers topics such as organization, economics, management, marketing, financial management, and operations. Career opportunities and technology will also be used and discussed.
2021 Information Technology Applications
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description:
In this one semester class students will explore emerging technologies as it applies to success in high school, college, and future careers. The focus will be on the importance of digital citizenship, professional communication practices, advanced document processing, professional presentations, and intermediate spreadsheet and database applications used personally and professionally.
2022 Information Technology II (follow Information Technology I)-changed name of class to Foundations of Computing 23-24 school year
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade (2022-23 required for ALL 9th graders)
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description:
Foundations of Computing is designed for students who have never programmed before and serves as a starting point for Computer Science. Students will explore the impact of computing on society. Beyond learning the fundamentals of programming, students build computational-thinking skills by applying computer science to collaboration tools, modeling and simulation, and data analysis.
2010 Accounting
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Schuster
Description:Accounting is a one semester class that allows students to learn the basic accounting procedures utilized in the following business settings: sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation. Students will use the business documents and procedures needed to carry on the daily operations of each form of business. The use of Microsoft Excel as a business will be integrated into the curriculum as a means to conduct and record daily business operations. Additional concepts are looked at, such as careers in accounting, making ethical decisions, business structures, global perspective, technology for business, and cultural diversity. Budgeting, investing, and the value of money are also explored.
2016, 2017 Media Production I-II (not offered 23-24)
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
Prerequisites: Advanced Keyboarding, Information Technology Applications One, or Beginning Programming. Students in this course will learn digital video editing, computer graphics and web page design. They will work on the school web page and videos for the school. Students should expect to spend class time working on projects or learning material, and some time outside of class to help with filming events. Centura Vision productions will be a major part of the students' responsibilities for this course.
Digital Design/Media
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description:
Students will focus on developing skills to plan, design, and create digital design projects using elements of composition, digital photography, videography, and digital print design.
2015 Intro to Media (name change to Yearbook 23-24 school year)
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Helen Bender
Description:
Students will learn the basics of photography, article writing and design layout. This class will produce the school yearbook. Students are required to attend school activities to report and take pictures. Students will sell ads to local businesses to raise money for the yearbook.
Journalism
Grade Level: 9th-12th
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Josh VanPelt
Description:
Students will learn the basics of writing for a weekly circular, collecting information for newsprint in area papers, and work with other students on the yearbook.
Robotics
Grade Level: 10th-12th
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description: The objective of this course is to introduce students to the field of Robotics and stimulate their interests in science and engineering through the participation of the entire engineering design process. This course covers a variety of multidisciplinary topics necessary to understand the fundamentals of designing, building, and programming robots.
Computer Science
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Kaleb Schuster
Description:
This course introduces students to the foundations of computer science with a focus on how computing powers the world. Along with the fundamentals of computing, students will learn to analyze data, create technology that has a practical impact, and gain a broader understanding of how computer science impacts people and society.
Agricultural Science
2000 Ag. Business
Grade Level: 12th Grade / FFA Members
Length: Year
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
This course focuses on Sales, Advertising, and Marketing in a business atmosphere. Employment skills and personal sells is also included. Semester two is all record keeping and fulfills Centura’s requirement for a finance class. Students in this class will also be called upon in the advertising for the FFA chapter and will be in charge of the FFA Fruit sales, designing and marketing the project.
2001 Ag. Science
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Agri-science is an intro course that introduces many concepts to the freshmen students. The first quarter deals with the study of leadership and FFA. Animal Science and Biotechnology are also covered. Students finish up the first semester with a unit on Small Engines. In this unit students will learn the basic mechanics of engine function and completely disassemble a small engine and put it back together. During the third quarter we will study world Agriculture, Natural Resources and Wildlife. Quarter four is spent dealing with plants. Students will have the opportunity to spend a lot of time in the greenhouse and outside working on the school grounds in various labs. This class is very important for first year FFA members to take.
2002 Animal Science
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Fall Semester (paired with Intro to Veterinary Science every other year)
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Animal Science is a class that deals with many of today’s animal industries. The main areas of discussion are General Animal Agriculture, Poultry Production, Aquaculture, Breeds of Livestock, and Meats. Due to the fact that Production Ag is not an area of high interest, students do not cover any area’s that deal with raising “traditional” animals. Area’s covered focus more on the science of raising animals, not the techniques.
011015 Intro to Veterinary Science
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester (paired with Animal Science every other year)
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
This animals based class will focus mainly on anatomy of animals and the difference from humans. The class will cover the animal body, system by system, starting with cellular biology. The focus of this class is to provide as much hands on learning as possible and real life applications. Students will study common afflictions for each part of the body while learning the major anatomy and physiology. An emphasis on the world of veterinary medicine will give the students a good basis for further studies into A + P.
2004 Horticulture/Floriculture-not offered 23-24 school year
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Fall Semester (paired with Nursery / Landscape)
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Horticulture could also be called Greenhouse management. Students will begin the class learning basic plant properties and expand on that knowledge to include major units such as Trees, Propagation, Pest Management, and Landscaping. Students will pair their class time with working in and managing the greenhouse. Students will also be in charge of the FFA Poinsettia crop. They will apply all necessary techniques to maintain the healthy plant. In Floriculture class, student’s education will be centered on what they would need to know to work in a Retail florist shop. The students will begin with basic plant biology and work their way up to designing and constructing arrangements. Students will complete basic designs such as bud vases and corsages and work their way up to large centerpieces.
Small Engines
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Fall Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Introduction to Plant Science
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Fall Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Agronomy
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Precision Ag
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
20061 Landscaping-not offered 23-24 school year
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester (paired with Horticulture)
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
This course takes all the skills learned in Horticulture and applying them to the outside world. Students will spend Quarter three learning to identify major plants used in landscaping and develop skills to properly draw a scale drawing landscape. Quarter four will be primarily spent outside of school working on job sites applying learned landscaping skills.
2008 Wildlife Management (not offered)
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade (not offered 2022-2023)
Length: Year
Teacher:
Description:
Wildlife Management will focus on the zoology and ecology of local wildlife. Students will study the five parts of an animal's habitat. This class looks at wildlife as a resource for humans and nature. Other areas covered will be anatomy of local wildlife. Students will also have the opportunity to develop programs to promote wildlife preservation in the area.
2108 Natural Resources (not offered 2022-2023)
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester
Teacher:
Description:
Students will study all aspects of the resources available on earth. Conservation and preservation will be the main focus of the class. Other areas will include study of the many ecosystems and life contained within. The objective of this class is to give a student a better understanding of how precious the resources we have.
2011 Companion Animals (this class is paired with Animal Science every other year)
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Spring Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Companion animals are an industry that is rapidly gaining grounds in America. Students study the aspects of the industry and the history of the animals. Students begin with a large unit on Horses and the Horse Racing Industry. Students then move into the area of raising and maintaining healthy pets. Students will learn anatomy of all species and learn proper methods for caring for these animals.
Industrial Technology
2037 Industrial Tech
Grade Level: 9th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
The first nine weeks will be the study of design, aerodynamics, speed, and resistance. Students will design and build a single stage rocket, a foam airplane, a CO2 Car, and lastly a rubber band boat. Students will define why particular materials are used in each project area and what innovations would improve each type of project area. The second nine weeks students will receive demonstrations over Most Hand tools. Four power tools, and be responsible for the safety rules over the tools. The students will take the knowledge they have gained to build a small woods project (birdhouse or napkin holder). Then students will build a larger class project during the fourth nine weeks. Estimated cost of their project will be $60.00 to $150.00. The third nine weeks will consist of electrical wiring, educational robotic legos- building and programming, designing and turning a pen and pencil set, as well as some minor drawing and planning for the class wood projects. The fourth nine weeks students will take the knowledge they have gained earlier with tools to build a small woods project. Estimated cost of their project will be $60.00 to $150.00 and will be the same project for all students. This project will help educate students on mass production and assembly skills while teaching the fundamentals of a team approach to construction.
2034 Woods (Must take Industrial Technology first)
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
The students will spend the first part of the school year going over: Demonstrations on power tools, safety rules, drawer and door construction, careers, planning and design, measurements and layouts, sawing, drilling, wood joints, glues, clamping fasteners, and furniture work. The students will be tested after each of the above areas. After the students have covered all of the above areas they will be required to make a furniture project of their choice. The cost in this class will run somewhere from $100.00 and up depending on the project. The book used in this class is Modern Woodworking.
2030 Building Construction (Must take Industrial Technology and Woods first)
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
Students will spend the first part of the school year learning Building Materials, power and hand tools, safety rules, plans, footings, floor framing, careers, wall and ceiling framing, roof framing, roofing materials, and windows and doors. The book will also be supplemented by videos and demonstrations over the above areas. After the student completes all the required areas they will begin hands on exercises where they will go out to the Shop and build a small building. The students will have tests over the safety rules, demonstrations, and after completing each of the above areas. The book used in Building Construction is Modern Carpentry.
2050 Welding I (Must take Industrial Tech first)
Grade Level: 10th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
Welding 1 is for the beginning student. The students will spend twenty percent of the time in the classroom and eighty percent of their time in the welding classroom developing their safety and welding skills.
They will become proficient in GMAW, SMAW, Oxy acetylene welding, and plasma cutter. Students will demonstrate and practice all safety guidelines for all of the equipment in the welding classroom.
Students will complete small to medium size projects with the approval of the instructor and using auto cad program for the design during the second semester. They will be required to design and finish their projects in the classroom and lab. They will need to spend up to $100.00 for their projects.
Welding II
Grade Level: 11-12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
Welding 2 is for the student who has completed Welding 1. The students will spend twenty percent of the time in the classroom and eighty percent of their time in the welding classroom developing their safety and welding skills.
They will become proficient in GMAW, SMAW in the vertical and horizontal position. They will also become proficient in TIG welding and operating the plasma table cutter. Students will become proficient at cutting and gouging with the O/A torch and Plasma cutter. Students will demonstrate and practice all safety guidelines for all of the equipment in the welding classroom. Students will complete small to medium projects with approval of the instructor and using auto cad program for the design during the second semester. They will be required to design and finish their projects in the classroom and lab. They will need to be able to spend up to $100.00 for their welding projects.
Small Engines
Length: Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Students will learn the basics of small engines on various equipment
Manufacturing Metals (must take Welding first)
Length: One semester
Teacher: Mr. Doug Voigt
Description:
Manufacturing Metals is for the student who has successfully taken Welding 1 & 2. They will need to be proficient in GMAW, GMAW-P, GTAW, SMAW, OAW, PAC, OFC-A. Students will demonstrate and practice all safety guidelines for all of the equipment in the welding classroom. Students must have individual projects or willing to help with other student’s projects (group). Students will use auto cad or similar software for the project design blueprinting.
Physical Education and Electives
2510 Weight Training
Grade Level: 9th-12th
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Laethion Brown and Mr. Kalen Garrett
Description:
An activity based course, the emphasis is on basic strength training theory and practice. Additional topics include basics of nutrition, stretching, and flexibility for athletes and non-athletes alike. Class activities include weight lifting, flexibility exercises and various physical fitness activities. The emphasis of the class is placed on the core weight lifting exercises of squats, cleans, and bench press. However many other lifts are used throughout the semester. Lifting techniques, safety, proper nutrition and goal setting are also important parts of the class. The students lift or perform general conditioning activities at least four days per week. One day each week may be used for lecture, video, or other additional instruction.
2500 Health
Grade Level: beginning 2022-23 10th Grade--required for ALL Sophomores)
Length: Year
Teacher: Mr. Shawn Fairbanks & Mr. Kalen Garrett
Description:
Health education is a required course for all high school graduates in the state of Nebraska. During the course we will be covering a wide range of health issues including the following: Mental Health, Social Health, Physical Health, Consumer Health and Environmental Health.
014000 Food Science
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Ms. Abby Hadenfeldt
Description:
Food Science class will focus on several areas involved in today’s food science industry. The first of these will include basic nutrients, their function, and importance to the human body. The development of food products and testing will come next, followed by scientific methods used in the food industry. Finally, the course will also give students information about consumerism and what needs to be known to choose healthy options while staying within a budget. This will also be a lab based course, focusing on scientific principles as well as techniques in cooking and preparing food in a safe manner.
Adult Living
Grade Level: 10th-12th Grade
Length: Semester
Teacher: Mr. Jerry Nott
Description:
Students will learn adult issues such as managing finances, learning how to problem solve on various situations, and how to "become and adult."
Employment Release/Work Based Learning/Teacher Aide/Early Release
2627 Employment Release
Grade Level: 11th-12th Grade
Length: Semester/Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kay Carpenter
Description:
Students may work for an employer as part of a job shadow learning course. Students may be required to report on their learning process during this employment release time. Weekly time sheets and evaluation of employer are required. Students are expected to work at least 3 days a week.
5001 Work Based Learning
Grade Level: 12th Grade (not offered 23-24 school year)
Length: Semester/Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kay Carpenter
Description:
Students will be involved in classwork learning the soft skills needed for work/career preparation for their future. They will choose job shadows and internships learning about various professions to solidify their careers after graduation. Senior Fridays will be instituted after the classroom work for job shadowing and internships.
2405 Teacher Aide
Grade Level: 11th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kay Carpenter (students are assigned to various teachers)
Description:
Junior and Senior students are given the opportunity to be a teacher/staff aide. As an aide the student is expected to be available to assist secondary or elementary staff on a daily basis. Various daily supportive tasks will be required of the teacher’s aide. Grades are based on attendance and completion of requests by teachers and/or staff.
Early Release
Grade Level: 12th Grade
Length: Semester/Year
Teacher: Mrs. Kay Carpenter
Description:
The Early Release Option is an earned privilege available to Seniors. It may be revoked due to disciplinary action taken by school administration. The parent/legal guardian may also revoke this for their child at any time.
Seniors may be released up to a maximum of two periods at the end of the school day. The actual time of day that they are released may vary according to the school schedule for that day (for example early release or late arrival). Typically it will be periods 7, 8, and student prep. On early release days, students will need to stay until the beginning of 8th period.
If a student participates in sports, they can take the Early Release Option and return for practice of a sport, or participate in an activity.
To qualify for early release, Seniors must meet certain requirements and maintain their eligibility for the semester to ensure they will have early release for the following semester. These include the following:
1.Complete and submit an Early Release Option Application to the counseling office. The application must be signed by the student’s parent or guardian. Applications must be applied for each semester.
2.Maintain a grade point average of no less than 2.50.
3.Have no more than two tardies to school in the previous grading period.
4.Have no more than three excused absences from the school in the previous grading period.
5.Have zero unexcused absences from school in the previous grading period.
6.Have no in-school or out-of-school suspensions in the previous grading period.
7.Have passing grades in all classes of the semester previous to Early Release, and during the semester of Early Release.
The administration reserves the right to take this privilege away at such a time a student abuses the privilege.
2995 Student Prep
Grade Level: 6th - 12th Grade
Length: Year
Teacher: Teachers vary
Description:
A scheduled time for reading and studying. Student Prep is a time to get caught up on homework, makeup work or read. The library will be open to students in student prep for research. Students should use this time to meet with the counselor, work on scholarship applications or other projects that may take away from class time. Students can get a pass to see another teacher at this time for additional assistance in subjects.