GENERAL INFORMATION:
It is our desire that this handbook aids you in understanding
the rules, regulations, and policies of
SCHOOL HOURS:
The school day begins at 7:55 and ends at 3:00.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
“The Sevier County School System does not discriminate on the
basis of race, sex, color, religion,
national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in provision of educational
opportunities, programs,
activities, or employment opportunities and benefits.”
VISITORS:
All visitors must check in at the main office. Visitors will
be required to log in and will be assigned a visitor’s badge. Upon leaving the
building, visitors will be required to log out and return the visitor’s badge.
For security reasons, visitors are subject to search because of information
received from a teacher, staff member, student, or other person if such action
is reasonable to the Principal.
SCHOOL CLOSING:
In the event of severe weather, Sevier County Schools may be
closed at any time. Announcements concerning the closing or cancellation of
school in
BULLETINS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
All posted announcements or bulletins must be done on
approved material which will be provided by the office. Any bulletins or
announcements must be approved by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
TEXTBOOKS:
Each PFHS student is responsible for the textbooks issued.
Accurate records will be kept of all books and their conditions. All lost or
damaged books must be paid for before the student may take final exams.
SECURITY:
Any student or visitor may be subject to physical search
because of information received from a teacher, staff member, student, or other
person if such action is reasonable to the Principal (state law 49-6-4205). The
search law authorizes searches of vehicles and containers or packages brought
onto school property. Students and visitors may be subject to search by metal
detectors. Trained dogs may be used to search places and things, but not
people.
LOCKERS:
For security reasons, students are encouraged to provide
their own combination locks. Combinations or extra keys must be provided to the
Assistant Principal. Lockers are the property of PFHS and may be inspected at
any time by the Principal or the Assistant Principal.
PERSONAL PROPERTY:
The responsibility for your personal property is your own.
Large sums of money, expensive jewelry, etc., should not be brought to school.
PFHS does not accept responsibility for any valuables left in the open, either
inside or outside the building or for valuables placed in school lockers.
TELEPHONES, PAGERS,
& ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT:
Possession of an electronic pager or telephone or other
electronic equipment by a student on school property without written permission
of the school Principal or Assistant Principal is in violation of state law
49-6-4214. The pay phone in the lobby is for student use. Students will not be
allowed to use the office phones for personal calls except in an emergency.
CARE OF SCHOOL
PROPERTY:
The construction, purchase, and maintenance of school
buildings, facilities, equipment, furniture, transportation vehicles, etc.,
cost the
STUDENT MESSAGES:
Only in cases of emergency will phone messages be delivered
to students. The nature of emergency must be specified to a school official
before normal classroom activities will be interrupted. When it is determined
that a student must receive a non-emergency message, that student will be
notified at the end of second or fourth period. After school arrangements,
meeting places, pick-up times, and so forth, should be made between the child
and the parent before the child arrives at school in the morning.
TELEPHONES:
Office telephones are for school business purposes only. If a
student becomes ill or is injured during the school day, office personnel will
call and notify the parent. Students
will not be permitted to make telephone calls during the school day from the
office.
The
HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE:
Under the State of
reasons for excusable absences:
1. Illness of student
2. Serious illness or death of immediate family
member
3. Religious holidays
4. Impassable roads
5. Medical
appointments (as signed by the physician)
6. Other excusable circumstances
Whether or not an absence not covered by numbers 1 through 5
above is an excusable absence will be left to the sole discretion of the
principal.
When a student’s absence or tardy is unexcused, the student
will be allowed to make up tests missed. Regular class work will not be made
up, and the student will receive a zero for that work. If there is no grade
assignment taken for the unexcused absence, the student will receive three
points off his/her daily grade and for the unexcused tardy, a negative one
point. If a high school student misses more than twenty (20) minutes of a
class, the student will be counted absent. Any student having five or more
unexcused absences will be considered for possible truancy actions including
legal petitions to court.
PERFECT ATTENDANCE:
High school students with perfect attendance in a class will
be allowed to exempt the final exam for that class, excluding those in
mathematics. Students may only exempt two (2) exams per term. High school
students with perfect attendance will have the option to take the designated
exempt exam(s) with the exam grade counting only if it improves the student’s
final course grade.
ATTENDANCE
OFFICE PROCEDURE / SIGN-IN / CHECK-OUT:
When a student returns from an absence, he/she must bring a
note to the attendance officer before being admitted to class. Absences will be
recorded as unexcused until the admit slip is obtained. Parents/guardians are
expected to call the school on the day of the absence. Students must sign in or
check out through the office only. NO STUDENT may leave campus without
following procedure.
HALL
AND CLASS PROCEDURES:
Students are encouraged to be prompt to class. You must be in
your seat when the bell rings. Only the teacher dismisses the class. All
non-essential materials should be placed under your desk or left in your
locker. Students are not to leave the classroom without a pass from the
teacher. Classes in session are not to be disturbed; therefore, no running,
scuffling, or distractions in the halls or restrooms will be tolerated. Each
teacher will post a set of class rules to be reviewed and followed.
GUIDANCE:
Upon entering PFHS, each student is assigned to a Guidance
Counselor. The PFHS Guidance Counselors provide a variety of services and
resources. The PFHS Guidance Counselors
have one major goal, which is to help you derive the most possible benefit from
your years at PFHS.
SCHEDULE CHANGES:
Courses selected during registration should be considered as
final. Class withdrawals or transfers will be considered only after the request
has been initiated by the parent or guardian. The request must be reviewed by
the Guidance Office Counselor to ensure that a balanced schedule is achieved.
The Principal must approve or reject the request. Withdrawals with or without
penalty will be decided by the Principal with Instructor and Counselor input.
Students may repeat a course that has been failed first term
by taking the course second term. The higher of the two grades will be
calculated in the GPA. Under some circumstances, repeating courses may be
determined on a space available basis.
GRADE
SHEETS / DEFICIENCY REPORTS:
Grade sheets will be sent home via the student following the
end of each six weeks-grading period. The grade sheet must be signed by the
parent or guardian and returned to school within three days or as soon as
possible, Grade sheets may be held back if a student owes for lost or damaged
books, lunch charges, library fines, etc.
Deficiency reports may be sent any time during a grading
period. These reports do not necessarily mean that a student is failing.
FEES:
Some classes do require lab expenses. These may include, but
are not limited to, driver education, home economics, industrial arts, visual
art, and most sciences. Occasionally, students will pay to attend student
activities such as plays, concerts, dances, ball games, etc., presented during
school hours. Similar after school activities generally have admission fees.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS:
Students are encouraged to study the catalogs of colleges
and/or universities to determine specific admission requirements. Catalogs of
many schools can be found in the PFHS Guidance office.
COLLEGE
VISITS:
College visits taken by seniors will normally be limited to
two school days and will be considered school-related activities. Students must
check with the Guidance Department in advance to insure that appropriate
procedure is followed.
FAMILY:
Parents should make written requests for family vacation
directly to the school Principal or Assistant Principal. The Sevier County Board
of Education allows the Principal or Assistant Principal to approve one family
vacation for up to five days.
DRESS AND GROOMING:
Clothing should be appropriate to the season and should be
neat, clean, inoffensive, and decent. Some examples of inappropriate attire
include, but are not limited to, head-ware, sunglasses (unless prescription
type), bare midriff clothing, clothing with obscene or profane language, lewd
pictures, or symbols of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, drugs, or drug
paraphernalia or representations thereof. Chains, including metallic and other,
will not be tolerated and will be confiscated.
Clothing which allows undergarments to be visible when the student is
standing, sitting, or walking, and tank tops or mesh shirts worn as outer
garments are not allowed. For health and safety, some type of sanitary footwear
is necessary. House shoes (slippers) are not allowed. No items may be worn
which may be used as a weapon. These items include but are not limited to
chains, ropes, cables, etc. A student
shall not dress, groom, wear or use emblems, insignias, badges, or other
symbols where the effect is to distract unreasonably the attention of other
students, or otherwise to cause the disruption or interference with the
operation of the school. Belts are required if pants have belt loops. Shorts
and skirts are permitted but must not be shorter than approximately two (2)
inches above the top of the knee. Purposely frayed clothing or clothing with holes
is not allowed at PFHS. Any clothing or
use of clothing to depict gang affiliation will result in immediate
disciplinary action. Dress and grooming policies will be strictly enforced.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to enforce the PFHS dress code before allowing
students to leave home for school or school related activities. Please see revised copy.
SPORTS / ELIGIBILITY:
1) Cross Country 7) Wrestling
2) Girls Soccer 8) Baseball
3) Golf 9) Boys Soccer
4)
Football 10) Track
5)
Girls Volleyball 11) Girls Softball
6)
Boys Basketball 12) Girls
Basketball
According to TSSAA rules, a student is eligible to participate
in an approved sport if he or she has successfully completed three (3) classes
or their equivalent the previous semester.
STUDENT
INSURANCE:
All students enrolled in a shop class or those participating
in athletics must be covered by school insurance. It is recommended that all
students participating in wellness or physical education participate in the
program. A group accident policy is available to all members of the student
body at a nominal cost.
Changes in state law require students to maintain passing
grades in at least half of their classes to get the certificate required for
their learner’s permit and driver’s license. (T.C.A. 55-50-321). If unexcused
absences equal more than five (5), the Drop Out Prevention Coordinator will be
contacted and additional steps will be taken to remedy the attendance problems.
(T.C.A. 49-6-3001)
PARKING
& DRIVING:
Personal vehicles must be registered with the main office.
Parking will be allowed only in designated areas. Driving a vehicle to school
is a privilege not a right. The local laws of the road will be strictly
enforced for safety. Any vehicle parked or driven on the school grounds without
being registered, or parked out of designated areas, is subject to being towed
at the owner’s expense. No loud music is allowed from vehicles either parked or
moving while on school property. The administration reserves the right to
revoke driving/parking privileges at any time. The school is not responsible
for any theft or damage to student vehicles.
LOSS
OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES:
Loss of driving privileges may be used as disciplinary
punishment for any school violation, not just driving violations. Loss of
privileges can last from one week to the end of the school year.
FIRE
DRILLS:
The signal for a fire drill is three short rings of the bell.
Students and teachers should move toward the designated exit (exit instructions
are posted on all exits from the classrooms). Do not run or talk but walk
swiftly and quietly to a distance of at least 100 feet from the building.
CAFETERIA AND LUNCH:
Lunch period is treated as a regular class. You must report
to the cafeteria during your scheduled lunch period. Tardies will be issued if
you are late. Students are expected to be courteous to others including the
lunchroom staff. Students are expected to leave the area in a clean condition.
Students are responsible for the disposal of their own trash, trays, etc.
Students are not allowed to take food or drink outside of the cafeteria.
ACCIDENTS:
Accidents should be reported immediately to the teacher in
charge. Office personnel should also be notified immediately. Temporary care
will be provided by office personnel or the school nurse. Parents will be
notified at home or work. In case of extreme emergency, the student will be
taken to the nearest medical facility.
MEDICATIONS:
All
over-the-counter and prescribed medicine must be checked in and dispensed
through the main office. Parents or guardians must supply written instructions
for administering the medication.
IN-SCHOOL
SUSPENSION:
Any student who has previously served two In-School
Suspensions may be assigned a Saturday ISS or Campus Clean-up on his/her third
referral (unless the violation requires a more stringent punishment). Saturday ISS or Campus Clean-up will be held
from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
English 4
units American History 1 unit
Science 3
units U.S. Government 1 unit
Math 3
units Computers 1 unit
World
Geography or Lifetime
Wellness 1 unit
Ancient/Modern History 1 Unit
Students must earn a minimum of 28 credits while enrolled in
a normal course load. Every effort will be made to ensure that PFHS students
have a balanced schedule. Under normal circumstances, a student will take eight
classes each school year.
Students must select one of two paths:
1) Technical path: 4
Technical classes
8
Electives
2) University path: 2
Foreign Languages
1
Fine Art
3
Math (Algebra I, II, and Geometry)
9
Electives
Beginning with the class of 2005, students must pass Gateway
Exams in Mathematics, Language Arts, and Science. Honors diplomas will be
awarded to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS:
The graduation for high schools in the Sevier County School
System must be all those units required by state law and State Board of
Education regulations. In addition, the Sevier County Board of Education requires
that each student complete one unit in software tools.
GRADE
CLASSIFICATION:
Students must pass the preceding grade level before moving on
to the next grade level. Student grade level status is based on earning the
following number of credits:
Sophomore 7
Junior 14
Senior 20
REQUIREMENTS
FOR TOP TEN PERCENT:
4 credits English (3 credits
must be honors on the sophomore level and above)
4 credits math
(Algebra I and above)
4 credits science (one must be
chemistry)
Plus all other graduation requirements
LANGUAGE ARTS
Skills English I:
This course provides students with remedial work in basic
grammar and reading skills. Special emphasis is placed on preparing students
for the TCAP End of Course Test.
Placement in this course is determined by teacher.
Skills English II:
This course is designed to continue exploration of topics
studied in Skills English I. The course is recommended for students who my have
trouble passing the TCAP Gateway Test.
Skills
English III and IV:
These courses are designed to summarize and
review foundation language art skills necessary for functioning in the work
place. Reinforcement of reading comprehension skills will be provided.
Standard English I:
This course reviews the writing skills of grammar, usage and
mechanics. This course also involves the development of the student’s writing,
spelling, vocabulary, library, and verbal skills. Studies in literature are
designed to develop and reinforce reading skills and interest, build
comprehension, and provide a survey of various genres. Students must pass the TCAP End of Course
Test upon completing this class.
Standard English II:
This course is designed to continue exploration of topics
studied in Standard English I. Vocabulary development, writing, and literature
continue to be a focus of this course.
Students must pass the TCAP Gateway Test upon completing this class.
Standard English III:
This course is designed to expand upon the topics covered in
Standard English II. The literature review will include the analysis of
traditional pieces of American literature in different genres. Organizational
styles, research techniques, and documentation will be presented in the
application of writing skills.
Standard English IV:
This course is designed to expand upon topics covered in
Honors
English I:
This advanced level course is designed for students who
excelled in language arts studies in middle school and who intend to pursue
higher education. This course encompasses a more extensive analysis of the
content areas and skills which re emphasized in the standard level. Placement in this course is determined by
teacher recommendation and testing. Students must pass the TCAP End of Course
Test upon completing this class.
Honors English II (A):
This course is designed to continue exploration of topic
studies in Honors English I. Composition and advanced vocabulary study are
integral parts of this course. The study of literature will build on skills
students gathered in Honors English I.
Students must pass the TCAP Gateway Test upon completing this class.
Honors English II (B):
This course is an extension of Honors English II (A),
Additionally, the proposed course will encompass research methodology and
external compositional techniques and proficiency.
Honors English III:
This course is designed to expand upon topics covered in
Honors English II. Facilitation of academic excellence of the college-bound
student through enriched experiences in literature and composition is the
primary objective of this course. The study of composition challenges students
to develop sophisticated writing styles. The focus of instruction will be the
research paper, including research techniques, organizational styles, and
documentation.
Honors English IV:
This course is designed to expand upon topics covered in
Honors English III. Facilitation of academic excellence for the college-bound
student through enriched experiences in literature and composition is the
primary objective of this course. The focus will be on the preparation for
mastery of language art skills required for entering college freshmen.
These courses are provided for PFHS seniors displaying excellent
skills in English. This course contains college courses English 1100
(Composition I), English 1120 (Composition II), English 2210 (American
Literature I), and English 2220 (American Literature II). Students are required
to take the ACT before enrolling in this class. Students will be able to gain
up to 12 college credit hours.
Journalism:
This course is designed for students interested in the field
of communication. Students will produce the yearbook. Instruction on proficiency
of layout and design, proofreading, interviewing, and publishing skills will be
included. Placement in this course is determined by teacher recommendation.
Speech:
This course will provide a foundation of skills necessary for
speaking in public. Students will be encouraged to improve their communication
skills in a non-threatening environment.
Creative
Writing:
This
course is designed for students interested in creative writing and graphic
design with an eye toward creating a self-sufficient, published literary
magazine.
MATHEMATICS
Resource Math:
This course is
designed for special needs students who are placed by the IEP-Team. The TCT or
TPT curriculum goals will provide the foundation for this course.
Foundations I:
This course takes students beyond arithmetic computation into
mathematics applications of whole
numbers, fractions, and decimal numbers. Tables, charts, graphs, ratio,
proportion, and percent are also included.
Foundations II:
This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra I.
The content of the course includes operating with positive and negative
numbers, solving equations, simplifying algebraic expressions, operating with
rational expressions, and factoring polynomials.
Algebra I:
This course is designed for students who have mastered basic
arithmetic skills. The content of the course will include the evaluation and
manipulation of algebraic problem-solving methods. Algebra I is taught all year
for two credits but only meets one of the math credits needed for graduation
requirements. Students must pass the
TCAP Gateway Test upon completing this class.
Geometry and Honors Geometry:
This course provides students with the opportunities to gain
information about geometric plane and space, inductive and deductive methods of
thinking, relationship between geometric ideas, geometric proofs, and applying
deductive methods to mathematical situations. An honors section is available
for acceleration and to explore additional topics. (Prerequisite: Algebra I.)
Algebra II and Honors Algebra II:
This course is an extension of Algebra I designed to provide
work in open sentences with one or more variables, polynomial expressions,
order properties, axioms for real and
complex numbers, linear and quadratic equations, and matrices. An honors section is available for
acceleration and to explore additional topics. (Prerequisite: Algebra I)
Probability and Statistics:
This course is offered to provide a foundation of statistical
concepts and probability including permutations and combinations, sampling,
normal and binomial distributions, and curve fitting. Set theory, deductive reasoning and logic,
finite graphs and circuits, and fractal geometry are also presented.
(Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)
Trigonometry:
This course focuses on
triangle relationships and trigonometric functions. Students will learn how to graph, solve, and
apply trigonometric functions. (Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra
II).
Pre-Calculus:
This course provides students a review of trigonometric
functions as well as additional topics such as analytic geometry, probability
and statistics, sequences and series, and functions. The course content is an
extension of topics and concepts of Algebra and Geometry. (Prerequisites: Trigonometry.)
Calculus:
This course emphasizes limits, continuous functions,
derivatives, integrals and other topics. (Prerequisite: Trigonometry.)
Advanced Placement Calculus:
This course encompasses topics from differential calculus
including curve plotting, related rates, maxima and minima theory, and finding
the equation of the tangent of a curve. Throughout the year, students will
prepare for the National Advanced Placement Test In Calculus. College credit will
be available for most institutions to students receiving three out of five
points on this exam. (Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus.)
WSCC Joint Enrollment Probability &
Statistics & College Algebra:
This course is a one-term course that contains College
Algebra 1022 and Probability and Statistics 1080. Students are required to take
the ACT before enrolling in this course. Students will receive six college
credit hours. This course is an introduction to probability and statistics
including probability distributions and normal distributions. Some algebra concepts included in the course
are algorithms, matrices, systems of equations and linear programming.
(Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II.)
SCIENCE
Life Science:
This course is designed to introduce students to the study of
life. The content will include classification and taxonomy, plant and animal
kingdoms, and human biological systems.
Physical Science:
This course is a laboratory course designed to focus on the
study of matter and energy.
Geology:
This course emphasizes realistic viewpoints of the
relationship between the environment and the geoscience process, and it
encourages concern for the nation’s well-being by implementing expertise of
scientific and technological nature to obstacles opposing society. It provides
students with the practical aspects of geology and environmental geology. Lab
activities are an integral part of the course.
Ecology:
This course will cover current issues concerning
conservation and living in our environment. This course will delve into all
aspects of how organisms interact with their environment.
Environmental
Science and Honors Environmental Science:
This course emphasizes ecology, evolution, genetics,
biochemistry and the physiology and anatomy of mammals. An honors section is
available for acceleration and to explore additional topics. This course serves as a prerequisite for
Biology I.
Biology I and
Honors Biology I:
This course emphasizes ecology, evolution, genetics, biochemistry
and the physiology and anatomy of mammals. This course includes lab activities
such as population studies, dissections, blood studies, mitosis, meiosis and
classification keys. An honors section is available for acceleration and to
explore additional topics. Students must pass the TCAP Gateway Test upon
completing this class.
Biology II:
Biology II is an extension of Biology I. Cell structure and
function, ecology, genetics, biochemistry, cell processes, vertebrate anatomy
and systems are explored.
Chemistry I:
This course provides students with a rigorous study of the
composition, properties, and changes associated with matter. Lab work is an
integral part of the course. Major topics include classifications of matter,
atomic structure, understanding the Periodic Table, compound writing, and
chemical reactions. (Prerequisites: Algebra I and Biology I.)
Chemistry II:
Chemistry II is an extension of Chemistry
I. Topics include a further discussion
in more detail of those ideas presented in Chemistry I with additional material
of a more complex nature introduced for further enrichment.
Physics:
This course introduces students to the theories and laws
governing the interaction of matter, energy and the forces of nature. Lab work
and lab analysis are strongly emphasized. Major topics include kinematics,
dynamics, energy, work and power, heat and thermo-dynamics, light, electricity
and magnetism. Physics is mathematically oriented. (Prerequisite: Chemistry I.)
Physiology and Anatomy:
This course will cover exploratory and advanced activities in
the structures and functions of the components of the human body. The course
content includes anatomical terminology, cells and tissues, disease process,
genetics and all body systems. Lab work is strongly emphasized. (Prerequisite:
Biology II.)
SOCIAL STUDIES
World Geography:
This course involves the study and understanding of our earth
and the people, places, and things in it. Special emphases will be placed on
map recognition and geographical locations.
Ancient History:
This course covers history from the earliest civilizations
through the Middle Ages (1450 AD). It will examine the political, economic,
religious, and militaristic aspects of history.
World History:
This course covers history from the end of the Middle Ages
(1450 AD) to the present. It will examine the political, economic, religious,
and militaristic aspects of history.
Skills
This course provides students, who need to improve reading
skills and comprehension problems, with an opportunity to understand and have
success in United States History. The course allows students to have a basic
understanding of the formation and development of the
This course covers history of the development of the
Advanced Placement
This course explores concepts more in depth concerning
American History. During this course students will prepare for the National
Advanced Placement Test in American History. A student may receive college
credit if the student receives three out of a possible five points of the
placement test.
WSCC Joint Enrollment American History
I & II:
American History
I, The
American History
II, The
Bible History:
This course involves the study of the Bible on a historical
perspective and with emphasis on the effects of the Bible from the development
of civilization.
Contemporary
Issues:
This course provides students the opportunity to explore
current affairs as they unfold throughout the world and to analyze these events
with regards to how they shape and mold our everyday lives. Students will be exposed to major
political, economic, and social events of the day. Students enrolled in this
class are expected to follow daily news.
This course is designed to give students a critical
perspective on American politics and government at local, state, and national
levels. It will delve into general concepts used to interpret American
government procedures. Emphases will include an understanding of the
foundations of government, major provisions of the Constitution, powers and
duties of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, the role of state
and local government, political parties and the election process.
Economics:
This course provides students the opportunity to explore the
economic forces and influences that affect consumers. Students will become
aware of relationships among business enterprises, labor, government, and the
individual consumer.
Psychology:
This course introduces students to the scientific study of
how humans learn, think, feel, and behave. Emphases will be on human growth and
development, understanding human behavior, learning and thinking, perception,
emotions, motives, and social behavior. The course will help students
understand themselves and their roles in a complex, ever-changing world.
Sociology:
This course provides students with a basic understanding of
group interaction and its impact on individuals. The specific content of the
course includes a study of societies, and
of values and norms that shape social institutions, influence group
behavior, and promote social change.
WSCC Joint Enrollment – Western Civilization I & II:
This course contains college courses 1010 and 1020. Students
will receive six college credit hours for this course. Students are required to
take the ACT before enrolling in this class. Major economic, political and
social developments from ancient times to the present, with emphasis on Western
Civilization. Writing emphasis course.
WSCC Joint Enrollment - Criminal Justice:
This course contains college course 1010 - Overview of
Criminal Justice and 1020 -Administrative
Concepts in Criminal Justice. Students are required to take the ACT before
enrolling in this class.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Latin I and II:
These courses are designed to teach concepts of usage, form,
and structure of language in order to enable the student to read and translate
Latin. The course also motivates students to appreciate historical and cultural
values of Rome. Latin especially helps develop vocabulary skills since 70% of
English is derived from Latin. Students must have a good background in English
grammar.
Spanish I & II:
These courses develop the language skills of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. The emphases of these courses are on the
drilling of beginning pronunciation and learning of basic vocabulary and
grammar. Students will also explore the similarities and differences between
Spanish and American cultures.
Spanish III & IV
These courses will provide an expansion of the skills taught
in Spanish I & Spanish II.
French I & II:
These courses develop the language skills of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. The emphases of these courses are on the
drilling of beginning pronunciation and learning of basic vocabulary and
grammar. Students will also explore the similarities and differences between
French and American cultures.
French III and IV:
These courses will
provide an expansion of the skills taught in French I and French II, with the
addition of composition in the French language. Contemporary readings from
periodicals, as well as classic poetry, plays, and novels will be included.
ESL:
This course is intended to provide aid to students for whom English is a
second language. Focusing on vocabulary,
usage, mechanics, and the overall transition from the student’s mother tongue,
this course provides such students with tools that facilitate progress in other
English-speaking classes to provide for their scholastic success in a new
linguistic environment.
FINE ARTS
Visual Art I:
This course is designed to aid the student in
understanding the concepts, skills, body of knowledge, and general appreciation
of works of art from represented historical periods and cultures, The content
of this course will be classroom activities involving a variety of art forms
and media. Units of study will include graphic design, drawing, painting,
textiles, printmaking, crafts, and ceramics. Art history and art appreciation
will also be covered through the year.
Visual Art II:
This course is designed to be a continued application of the
principles and elements of art through classroom activities. (Prerequisite: Art
I)
Visual Arts III and IV:
These courses are designed for third and fourth year art
students. Expressive imagination and inventive qualities in students will be
encouraged. An opportunity for students to gain an appreciation for the vision
of others will be facilitated. Establishing an individual portfolio for use in
college and scholarship applications is also a part of Visual Arts III and IV.
These course selections may be presented simultaneously.
Vocal
Music:
This class is the Pigeon Forge High School organization of
East Tennessee Vocal Association. Through this class, students are exposed to
high-quality music of all cultures and times. They will understand and develop
musical concepts and assess themselves individually and as a group, learning to
receive and process constructive criticism, which leads to independent
self-correction and decision making . They will develop skills for performance
and grow in the development, appreciation, and enjoyment of a variety of
musical styles.
Marching Band:
This course begins with basic beginning marching instruction,
and progresses to assembling and coordinating a marching band show. The marching band performs at football games,
competitions, parades, and other school and civic events.
Color
Guard:
This course is
a part of the marching band. Members
perform with the band at varsity football games, parades, and competitions
using a variety of equipment such as flags and other props. Try-outs are held each spring.
Concert
Band:
This course involves preparation for concert performances in
music festivals and school concerts.
Music
Theory:
This course continues the learning begun
in vocal music with a special emphasis on musical theory.
Theater Arts:
This class is affiliated with International Thespian Society,
a branch of Educational Theatre Association (a theater arts service
organization, whose mission is to promote and strengthen the theatre arts
program.) International Thespian Society
is the only organization to honor secondary school students for outstanding
work in theater. Membership gives
students incentives to participate in theater activities and is an important
factor in gaining admission to a quality drama program at the university
level. For those who aren’t planning a
career in theater, the society helps increase enjoyment of the art now and later,
when the students become the adult theater audience.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER
SCIENCES
Family
and Consumer Sciences I:
Levels: Grades
9-10
In this course students can learn to make decisions and set
priorities, understand physical and emotional development during adolescence,
cope with pressures, manage personal resources, use consumer information,
develop positive interpersonal relationships, establish a satisfying living
environment, plan for a healthy lifestyle, meet clothing needs, and explore
career options.
Housing and Interiors:
Levels: Grades
10-12
In this course students can learn to meet family housing
needs; relate housing concerns to social, cultural, and economic impacts; use
design principles within the environment; select and care for furnishings; and
investigate trends and developments in housing and furnishings.
Child
Development:
This
course provides an understanding of how children grow physically, mentally,
emotionally and socially.
Family and Parent Education:
Levels: Grades
10-12
In this course students can understand the purpose and
context of the family unit, develop a philosophy for family life, prepare for
marriage and parenthood, maintain healthy family relationships, balance
home/family/work responsibilities, manage family resources, and understand the
responsibilities of parenthood.
Nutrition and
Food I:
Levels:Grades
10-12
In this course students can understand the social and
cultural significance of food, practice wise use of consumer habits, use
reliable nutrition information, manage food needs for self and others,
understand the relationship of nutrition to growth and health, and obtain basic
skills in food preparation.
Fashion
and Fabric Careers:
Levels: Grades 10-12
In this course students evaluate job opportunities in
employment areas dealing with fashion and fabric services, develop knowledge
and skills in fashion and fabric services, learn use and care of equipment, and
develop employable qualities and practices. (Prerequisite: Family and Consumer
Sciences)
Adult
Living:
Levels: Grades
11-12
In this course students learn to plan and set goals for a
career, manage home/family/work interactions, maintain effective interpersonal
relationships, realize responsibilities of parenting, cope with stress and
crisis situations, provide for health and well-being, function as informed
consumers, and make decisions as responsible young adults.
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Principles
of Business:
This course is an introduction to business classes at the
high school level. The content of the course includes describing how the
American business economy operates and helping students prepare to make
decisions as consumers, wage earners, and citizens within the economy. The
program combines explanations of business and economic concepts with practical
applications of these concepts to the real world of the American business
economy.
Keyboarding I
& II:
This course is designed to develop basic skills in
typewriting and in using the typewriter or computer to produce personal and
business correspondence. Upon completing this course, the student should
demonstrate basic competence (speed and accuracy) in typewriting.
Personal
Computing:
This course examines the use of microcomputers for business
and personal use. Students study word processing, spreadsheets, database
systems, graphics, and telecommunications.
Document
Design and Data Management:
This course provides students with a knowledge of advanced
topics in personal computing.
American
Business/Legal Systems:
This course is designed to provide students with an
understanding of the legal framework in which
American business functions. This course will substitute for American
Government.
Accounting
I:
This course is designed to develop theories and fundamental
skills of accounting practices. The course content includes: financial
statements and worksheets, payroll and tax reports, banking activities related
to accounting, general and subsidiary ledgers, accounting concepts and terms,
and business transaction and the accounting equation. Students should be able
to demonstrate competency in these areas upon completion of this course.
Career Management:
This course is designed to allow students to explore career
opportunities through literary and other means.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
Wellness:
This course is a new approach to the old physical education
and health curriculums. This approach focuses on the principles of lifetime
wellness, not solely on activity and sports.
Physical
Education:
This course offers skills necessary for the development of
each individual student. It is designed to guide students toward their maximum
mental, social, and physical development. Progressive, interactive games and
activities will be presented.
Rehabilitation Therapies:
Provided under the auspices of Fort Sanders, this course is
intended to provide students who intend to pursue a career path in the medical
field an opportunity to gain some technical ability in this arena.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Diversified
Technology:
This course is a literacy course in Technology Education
designed to challenge students interested in planning technical careers in
today’s high technological society. It is a modular approach that will help
students develop skills in problem solving, teamwork, time management and
computer skills, and help them make valid career decisions.
Diversified Technology II:
This course is designed to expand upon the activities
presented in Diversified Technology I.
Innovations and Inventions:
This course will enable students to develop technological
literacy skills using integrated academics combined with hands on program of
study that teaches about the development and applications of technology and the
effects technology has on individuals, society and the environment.
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
Floral
Design:
This course covers basic horticultural principles associated
with general plant production and management.
Fundamentals of Agriculture:
This course is designed to develop the basic theories and
principles involved in animal science, agribusiness, agricultural mechanics,
and natural resource management.
Exterior and Interior Landscaping:
This course includes standards to prepare students for creating
aesthetic environments for homes and industries. It provides basic information on the design,
implementation, and upkeep of floral landscapes through a cooperative effort
with the city of Pigeon Forge.
Turf and Grass Management:
This
course covers the history of turfgrass in this country and the management
techniques utilized in various turfgrass applications.
DISTRIBUTIVE
EDUCATION
Marketing I:
This course is designed to provide entreprenuership,
marketing, and economic skills to students. This course will substitute for
economics.
Marketing
II:
This course is designed to provide a continuation of skills
taught in Marketing I. The primary
emphases will be on upper management skills and independent study.
Marketing
Work Release:
Students must be enrolled in a marketing class to be released
from school.
Hospitality
and Tourism I:
This course is designed to provide instruction in tourism,
marketing, communications, economics, and job preparation. This course will
substitute for economics upon completion of one year.
Hospitality and Tourism Work Release:
Students must be enrolled in Hospitality and Tourism to be
released from school.
Driver Education:
This course is designed to meet state requirements for classroom
and vehicle driving experience. Driver Education enables student drivers to
respect traffic laws, law enforcement officers, pedestrians, and other motor
vehicle operators responsibly.
Work Study:
This
course provides special needs students with the academic, social, and cultural
skills needed to be responsible and self-supporting citizens. Extended
occupational guidance and counseling relevant to students’ employment needs is
provided.
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