QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENRICHMENT COURSES: (1) 90% on norm-referenced tests on any of the following subjects: Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, or Mathematics, (2) Academic performance as exhibited by grades 90 to 100 in the related subject areas, and (3) Site validation and pre-enrollmcnt approval.
ADVISORY: The Advisory Program focuses on activities which will assist in developing a caring relationship between students and a significant adult. In addition to the caring environment and the relationship, students will have opportunities to discuss issues and concerns which pertain to their particular needs in the areas of academics and peer relationships. The Advisory Program will give assistance and direction as students face the daily tasks of making difficult and numerous decisions.
ENGLISH: Ninth grade students will study literature units consisting of short stories, non-fiction, the novel, poetry, and drama. They will be introduced to Shakespeare with a unit on Romeo and Juliet. They will also read The Call of the Wild, Great Expectations, The Odyssey, The Outsiders, and That Was Then, This Is Now. They will study literary terms necessary for discussing and interpreting literature. Using literature as a springboard for writing, students will apply the writing process by focusing on persuasive, descriptive, narrative, and expository paragraphs and essays. They will do some creative writing. In grammar they will study the eight parts of speech, complements, phrases, clauses, standard usage, mechanics, and vocabulary which they will incorporate into their writing. Students receive one unit for passing this course.
ENGLISH ENRICHMENT: Ninth grade students will critically analyze literary selections to consistently and adequately distinguish style, structure, and theme of short stories, novels, poetry, and nonfiction. Major selections they will read include The Odyssey, Romeo and Juliet, The Call of the Wild, Great Expectations, Dragonsong, The Outsiders, and That Was Then, This Is Now. They will effectively and consistently demonstrate a mastery of English grammar and composition skills through paragraphs/compositions of exposition, description, narration, persuasion, and demonstration. They will also write criticisms and analyses of self-selected works. They will demonstrate their giftedness through various self-directed and self-selected means of creative expression and share the giftedness with society. Students passing this course will receive one unit.
OKLAHOMA HISTORY: One-half unit of high school credit will be awarded for successful completion of this one semester course. By evaluating, identifying, and comparing the social, economic, and cultural development of Oklahoma from prehistoric through modern times, with special emphasis on the roles of Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, women, and other distinctive ethnic groups. The student will have a better understanding of our beginning, the direction we are going as a state, and how each will play an important part of Oklahoma's future. Requirements for all classes: cover one chapter per week, one test over each chapter, one written report during the semester, and learn the 77 counties of Oklahoma. Supplies needed include notebook paper, pencils for daily work, map pencils, pens (blue or black) for tests and reports, and agenda book. (One Semester)
AMERICAN GOVT: Students will study the creation, contents, and functions of the United States Constitution. The roles of the three branches of government will be analyzed. Students will demonstrate how our federal form of government affects our lives on the national, state, and local levels. The rights and responsibilities of citizenship will be examined. Students will investigate their rights as contained in the Bill of Rights. Being a responsible citizen will be demonstrated by exploring the election process and the need for democratic government. In the ninth grade, students will also participate in guidance activities that stress teamwork, use of leisure time, and conflict resolution. The Economic Education Program will emphasize the relationship between work and learning. Students in the class will learn how to how to conduct searches on a Computerized Career Information Delivery Systems (DISCOVER and GIS). These systems will provide students with information about writing resumes, financial aid, and other kinds of career information. One-half unit of high school credit will be awarded for successful completion of this course. Supplies needed include notebook, pens and pencils, and agenda book. (One Semester)
ALGEBRA 1-A: Students enrolled in Algebra 1-A will study and apply algebraic concepts as they apply to the real number system through problem solving, equations, and inequalities. The course will also include graphing, ratios, and percents. By enrolling in this course, students will have the opportunity to learn and refine these skills at a pace designed to create confidence and competence in Algebra 1. This course will be continued in the following year as Algebra 1-B. Both courses, Algebra 1-A and Algebra 1-B, are designed to be taken in consecutive years, and together constitute one Algebra credit. Pre-Requisite: 8th Grade Math Teacher�s Approval.
ALGEBRA 1: Students will apply algebraic concepts to the real number system through problem solving, equations, and inequalities. The course will also include graphing, ratios, and percents. Students receive one unit for passing this course. (Pre-Requisite: C or Above in Pre-Algebra)
GEOMETRY: Geometry is a course in deductive and inductive reasoning taught through the application of the properties of 2 and 3 dimensional figures. This will include working with points, lines, planes, parallels, perpendiculars, figures, area, and volume. Students receive one unit for passing this course. Please Note: If a student takes Enriched Geometry in the ninth grade, their 8th grade Algebra I grade remains on their high school transcript and receives a weighted credit The grade will figure into the overall GPA. In addition, they receive weighted credit for the Enriched Geometry grade. If a student retakes Algebra I in the ninth grade, the 8th grade score is replaced by the ninth grade score. However, the grade is NOT a weighted grade and receives only the normal weight. Students taking Algebra I at the ninth grade level will not have the option to take Enriched Geometry at the tenth grade, level since it is not offered at Enid High School. (Pre-Requisite: Teacher Recommendation and Algebra 1)
PHYSICAL SCIENCE: This laboratory course will offer students the opportunity to examine basic concepts associated with chemistry and physics. This material will serve the learner in preparing him/her for advanced concepts explored in both the life and physical sciences. Students will design and conduct experiments; collect, organize, and analyze data; make predictions and inferences; develop models; and communicate results. In order to demonstrate a need for scienctific literacy, opportunities will be provided to make connections between science classroom activities and everyday life. Full year. Offered in the 8th grade as an enrichment class, offered also in the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th levels.
BIOLOGY I: The laboratory and the inquiry method are a part of all Biology courses. The course weaves together the function of all living things and the interrelationship of thoses organisms with their world. The entire science faculty works from the idea that knowing about living creatures and the understanding of how our own bodies function should be a central force in deciding how men and women live their lives. Biology presents an introduction to cell theory, microbiology, botany, zoology, ecology, anatomy, and physiology. All of this knowledge and understanding is offered with careful scrutiny to the interplay of hypothesis, theory, and observed facts. This class is offered in the 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th levels.
ENRICHED BIOLOGY I: Enriched Biology is a year long laboratory course that stresses scientific method, problem-solving, investigation-inquiry, models, research, and group discussions. In addition to the topics covered in biology, biochemistry, cell metabolism, cell structure, cell reproduction, and genetics will be covered. Physical Science is required, and students must also meet enrichment criteria |
