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Recommended prerequisite(s): Latin II

Students enrolled in this course have successfully completed Level I and II courses in high school or have placed out of both levels due to previous language study and/ or established proficiency.

This course focuses on advanced grammar skills in the classical language. It introduces the study of literature and emphasizes the process of reading authentic texts. Students continue to refine their knowledge and understanding of the Greco-Roman and their own culture by examining the interrelationships of these cultures and applying their knowledge and skills inside and outside the classroom setting.

Integration of the other disciplines with special emphasis on English Language Arts is ongoing throughout the course.

LATIN IV (HONORS) 12445X0A 1 CREDIT (HN)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Latin III

Students enrolled in this course have successfully completed a Level III course in high school or have placed out Level I due to previous language study and/or established proficiency.

A major focus of Level IV is on reading of authentic texts with grammar taught in context of the readings. Emphasis is placed on five figures of speech, analysis, and essay writing.

There is more in-depth study of the Greco-Roman culture and its influence throughout the world, as well as the students’ own culture. Students are now able to connect the classical language to other disciplines and compare it to their own language.

LATIN V (HONORS) 12455X0A 1 CREDIT (HN)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Latin IV or teacher recommendation

Students enrolled in this course have successfully completed a Level IV course in high school or have placed out Level I due to previous language study and/or established proficiency.

This course emphasizes the skills required for a student to successfully read, translate into English, understand, analyze, and interpret readings, including the cultural, social, and political context of literature on a syllabus. Students will also focus in writing well-developed essays in English.

Note: The objectives and proficiency expectations for Level V are written at honors level; therefore this course is always assigned to category H (1point).

ADVANCED PLACEMENT LATIN: 12457X0A 1 CREDIT (AP)

Recommended prerequisite(s): Latin IV or Latin V

In the course, as in the parallel courses at colleges, students are expected to be able to translate accurately from Latin into English the poetry they are reading and to demonstrate a grasp of grammatical structures and vocabulary. Since the appreciation of Latin literature requires an understanding of the literary techniques of Latin writers and of poetic meters when appropriate, stylistic analysis is an integral part of the advanced work in the course. In addition, the AP Latin: Vergil course includes the studyof the cultural, social, and political context of the literature on the syllabus.

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ACADEMIC DECATHLON 96102X0B 1 CREDIT

The purpose of the Academic Decathlon class is to prepare students to participate on a nine-member team that competes in a ten-event competition. This class is open to students in grades 9-12 who may participate on a team as Honors, Scholastic, or Varsity students as defined by the United States Academic Decathlon guidelines for grade point averages. It encourages students to develop a greater respect for knowledge, promotes wholesome competition in academic areas of study and interests, and stimulates intellectual growth and achievement.

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS I 96102X0F 1 CREDIT

The Communities In Schools I program provides at-risk students an opportunity to experience success in school, to improve attitudes and behaviors that contribute to successful learning and living, and to access health and social services support. Tutoring and mentoring by volunteers from the community are part of this course. Study skills, life skills, and employability skills are addressed. Shadowing opportunities are offered and guest speakers, field trips, and workshops provided by community agencies contribute to the curriculum. With extra support and encouragement, students work towards helping themselves be successful.

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS II 96102X0G 1 CREDIT

The Communities In Schools II program provides at-risk students who have demonstrated a need for additional assistance beyond CIS I an opportunity to improve attitudes and behaviors that contribute to successful learning and living. Tutoring and mentoring, guest speakers, and field trips are continued in the second-level course. Extra support and encouragement are always emphasized.

FRESHMEN SEMINAR 96102X0P 1 CREDIT

This course is designed for rising freshmen who have shown leadership potential and are interested in honing ability and learning new skills in order to take on the rigors of high school. This Paideia-style course will allow a diverse group of students the opportunity to interact with other leaders and to engage them through a variety of activities and problem-solving methods.

FUTURE TEACHING SCHOLARS PROGRAM TBD 1 CREDIT

The Future Teaching Scholars Program is a special opportunity for selected seniors from all high schools in Wake County who are interested in becoming teachers. Students should apply at the end of the junior year. A county selection team selects students who participate in th e program. Scholars assist a master teacher in a preferred subject area/grade level during the last period of the school day in his/her base school. The program provides counseling and summer experiences in the Wake County Public School System (tutors in summer school, research project s, etc.) during the students' college years. The goal of the program is to provide training and financial assistance to these scholars as they prepare to return to teach in Wake County. Applications for the program are available through the Guidance Department.

TEACHER CADET 96102X04 1 CREDIT

This course is designed as an introduction or orientation to the teaching profession. Students observe and participate in public school classrooms. They learn about various personnel in the educational system and their responsibilities. An addition, they discuss both positive and negative aspects of teaching as a career and complete and discuss self assessments in order to obtain clear pictures of their personal interests and abilities.

SEMINAR 96102X05 1 CREDIT

This course is designed as an integrated follow-up to two or more courses. Students reinforce and expand their knowledge of the content of the specified courses through a Paideia-like, seminar format.

SEMINAR (HONORS) TBD 1 CREDIT (HN)

This course is designed as an in depth, integrated follow-up to two or more advanced placement (AP) courses for students preparing for AP testing. Students, through extensive research, writing, and discussion, expand and reinforce their knowledge of the content and concepts for specified AP courses. In addition, students explore the interrelationship of the specified AP courses through a Paideia-like, seminar format.

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Students may demonstrate proficiency in order to meet the Second Language requirement of the College/University Prep Course o f Study through transcript or examination.

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY I: ASL 13012X0G 0 CREDIT

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY II: ASL TBD 0 CREDIT

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY I: SAT II TBD 0 CREDIT

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY II: SAT II 13022X0C 0 CREDIT

SECOND LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY I: TRANSCRIPT TBD 0 CREDIT

UNIVERSITY COURSES

The following courses are available through dual enrollment for academic enrichment at the college level. Written approval of parents/court appointed custodians and the principal are required prior to enrollment in these courses. These are deemed advanced level courses (third or

fourth year) at the college level and will be awarded two additional quality points.

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY ARTS TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY COMPUTER SCIENCE TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY ENGLISH TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY FOREIGN LANGUAGE TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY HISTORY TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY MATH TBD 1 CREDIT

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY SCIENCE TBD 1 CREDIT

The following courses are available through dual enrollment for academic enrichment at the college level. Written approval of parents/court appointed custodians and the principal are required prior to enrollment in these courses. These are deemed introductory courses (first or

second year) at the college level and will be awarded an additional quality point.

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY ARTS 95755X0H 1 CREDIT

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY COMPUTER SCIENCE 95755X0I 1 CREDIT

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY ENGLISH 95755X0J 1 CREDIT

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY FOREIGN LANGUAGE 95755X0O 1 CREDIT

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY HISTORY TBD 1 CREDIT

INTRODUCTORY UNIVERSITY MATH 95755X0M 1 CREDIT