Oswego Community Unit School District 308

The SD 308 Board of Education has established the following graduation requirements, which comply
with and exceed the Illinois State Board of Education Graduation Requirements.

 

College entrance requirements differ greatly and often exceed high school graduation requirements.
The table below indicates the SD 308 minimum graduation requirements

 

	Credits Required	Notes
English	4.0	2.0 credits must be writing-intensive courses Required courses: English 1/Honors English 1, English 2/Honors English 2, English 3/AP English Lang & Comp
Math	3.0	1.0 credit must be Algebra, and 1.0 credit must be a course that includes Geometry content
Science	2.5	Of the 2.5 credits needed, 1.0 must be in two of these three domains: Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science
Social Studies	2.5	1.0 credit must be in Contemporary Human Geography / AP Human Geography, 1.0 credit must be United States History, and 0.5 credit must be Civics / AP Government
Physical Education	3.5	Based on an 8-semester graduation plan and enrollment in SD 308
Health	0.5
Consumer Education	0.5
Electives	5.5	A minimum of 1.0 credit must be out of the following departments: CTE, Fine Arts, or World Language
Required Credits	22

SD 308 offers a variety of college-level coursework opportunities in each of our departments. These
courses are labeled accordingly in the Course Catalog. Three types of offerings can garner college
credit:

 

Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Credit, and Articulated Credit. The table below describes the
similarities and differences.

 

	Advanced Placement	Dual Credit	Articulated Credit
Types of Courses Offered	Courses from all departments - noted as AP courses	Variety of courses from different departments	Primarily Career and Technical Education
Course Details	College Board curriculum taught by SD 308 staff	Waubonsee Community College curriculum taught by WCC or WCC approved SD 308 staff	SD 308 course aligned to a community college course and taught by SD 308 staff
Credit Earned	Through the AP test in the Spring, credit is determined by the college a student chooses to enroll. Scores of a 3 or greater will result in credit issued in all Illinois State Colleges and Universities	Dually enrolled at 308 High School and WCC. Grade applied to both HS and College transcript	Articulation based on a grade of “B” or above in the high school course
Usage of Credit	Transferrable based on the college requirements related to the AP assessment results	In most cases, dual credit is transferable to all Illinois colleges and universities, others subject to receiving college review. Refer to transferology.com for a full list of schools that accept dual credit courses.	Credit applied at the college granting credit, typically used as part of a degree program at a community college or junior college

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are aligned with the requirements of the College Board AP Program
and are evaluated annually through the College Board AP Audit. In addition to preparing students for
the AP exam in May, AP courses allow students to experience the pace and intensity of a college-level
course while still in high school. AP courses are challenging and rigorous, require more work and time
than other high school courses, but are evaluated by former AP students as one of the most valuable
experiences of their high school education. Although each college/university determines how AP
examination credit is awarded, recent State of Illinois legislation decrees that all state colleges and
universities must award some level of credit for scores of 3 or higher. In some colleges/universities
located outside of Illinois, no credit will be given, but the student will begin the program of study at an
advanced level. Students are responsible for paying for the cost of their AP exams.

 

Further information on Advanced Placement is also available through the College Board website,
www.collegeboard.org

 

Students’ AP scores could earn college credit or advanced placement. Visit the AP Credit Policy Search
website for more information.

 

English	Math & Computer Science
AP English Language and Composition	AP Calculus AB
AP English Literature and Composition	AP Calculus BC
AP Research	AP Computer Science A
History & Social Science	AP Computer Science Principles
AP African American Studies	AP Statistics
AP Comparative Government and Politics	AP Precalculus
AP European History	Sciences
AP Human Geography	AP Biology
AP Macroeconomics	AP Chemistry
AP Microeconomics	AP Environmental Science
AP Psychology
AP United States Government and Politics
AP United States History	AP Physics 2
AP World History	AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
World Languages & Cultures	AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP French Language and Culture	Arts
AP German Language and Culture	AP Art History AP Drawing
AP Spanish Language and Culture	AP 2-D Art and Design
AP Spanish Literature and Culture	AP 3-D Art and Design
AP Capstone	AP Music Theory
	AP Seminar

Students may earn high school and college credit concurrently while enrolled in Dual Credit classes.
Classes are typically taken at SD 308 high schools and are taught by SD 308 teachers. Dual Credit may
be awarded in the classes listed below, provided there is a SD 308 teacher approved by Waubonsee
Community College or College of DuPage. Students must be at least 16 years of age to earn college
credit, unless an underage waiver is completed. Successful completion of the course, as determined by
the grade awarded, earns Waubonsee Community College or College of DuPage credit that, in most
cases, is transferable to Illinois colleges and universities. Grades earned in Dual Credit courses are
indicated on both the high school and college transcripts. Based on course requirements, students may
need to meet a specific ACT/SAT score, ACCUPLACER qualifying score, or specific GPA and/or grade
from a previous course. Students who complete math or English Dual Credit courses must earn a “C” or
higher to earn the Dual Credit.

 

Waubonsee Community College Course Offered	Corresponding SD 308 Course	# of Credit Hours
AUT 100 Maintenance and Light Repair	Automotive Service Operations	3
BIO 100 Introduction to Biology	AP Biology	3
BIO 101 Introduction to Biology Laboratory	AP Biology	1
BIO 102 Human Biology	Honors Anatomy and Physiology	3
COM 100 Fundamentals of Speech Communication	College Communication	3
CRJ 100 Intro to Criminal Justice	WCC Criminal Justice *	3
ENG 101 First-Year Composition I	English 4 College Composition & Literature	3
ENG 102 First-Year Composition II	English 4 College Composition & Literature	3
MTH 107 Basic Statistics	College Preparatory Statistics	3
MTH 131 Calculus with Analytical Geometry I	AP Calculus AB	4
MTH 131 Calculus with Analytical Geometry I	AP Calculus BC	4
MTH 132 Calculus with Analytical Geometry II	AP Calculus BC	4
MTH 233 Calculus with Analytical Geometry III	Calculus III	4
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology	Psychology 1	3
SPN 202 Intermediate Spanish II	Honors Spanish 4	3
SPN 202 Intermediate Spanish II	Honors Spanish for Spanish Speakers II	3
SPN 215 Introduction to Hispanic Literature	AP Spanish Literature	3
NAS 101 Health Occupations Clinical	WCC Health Occupations Clinical *	6
EDU 200 Introduction to Education	Introduction to Education	3
EDU 202 Clinical Experience in Education	Clinical Experience in Education	3
College of DuPage College Course Offered	Corresponding SD 308 Course	# of Credit Hours
GRDSN 1101 Digital Graphic Applications	Graphic Communications 3	3

SD 308 works in partnership with the Valley Education for Employment System (VALEES) and local
community colleges (Waubonsee Community College and the College of DuPage) to provide articulated
credit. Students who earn high school credit can earn college credit based on the articulation agreement
through VALEES. Students must apply for articulated credit and must meet achievement qualifications,
i.e., a grade of “B” or better for each semester. College credit will be applied upon college enrollment,
granting articulated credit. Transferability of the credit is dependent upon the college or university to
which the student applies. Students who have been high school Career and Technical Education
students who have met articulated course requirements and enroll at the corresponding college are
eligible to receive Articulated Credit. Articulation information is available on the VALEES website at
www.valees.org.

 

 

Certification		Waubonsee Community College	Credits
OSHA 10	MTT 100	Safety Principles	1

Method to demonstrate Proficiency in ENGLISH	Minimum required to receive the SEAL of Biliteracy	Minimum required to receive the COMMENDATION
ACCESS for ELLs®	4.8 overall	3.5 literacy
AAPPL –English	Intermediate High I-5 (form B)	Intermediate Low I-1
AP English Language and Composition Exam	4	3
SAT	Score of 480 in English	Language Arts
ACT	Reach the college-ready benchmark in	English or composite of 21
English language arts dual credit course	Final GPA of 3.0	Final GPA of 2.5
Standards-based Measurement of Proficiency (STAMPTM)4S	Intermediate High	Intermediate Low
TOEFL®	85	Intermediate Low
TOEIC®	550

PLTW has established a strong national support system for student access to STEM studies in
post-secondary education through relationships with colleges and universities across the U.S. More
than 150 institutions of higher education actively recruit PLTW students and provide recognition
opportunities, including admissions preference, scholarships, and course credit.

 

College-Level Recognition
PLTW classes are nationally standardized, project-based courses that prepare students for college-level
work and culminate with a student assessment, which colleges and universities can use to determine if a
student earns college credit. The following are some of the examples of how post-secondary institutions
recognize and attract PLTW students.

 

College Course Substitution Credit
A PLTW course or sequence of courses substitutes for a program course and is treated similarly to AP or
transfer credit.

 

Advanced Standing At College
A PLTW course eliminates the need for an elective course; it gives students no course credit, but gives
them credit to advance their class standing (i.e., early registration, parking preferences, and early
financial assistance increase due to reaching junior status quicker).

 

Partial Course College Credit
The institution grants partial credit for a course, thus reducing the tuition to the student, but not the
time.

 

Bridge College Courses
These are courses designed specifically to fill any gaps between the PLTW courses and related program
courses.

 

Test-Out or Challenge Exam
Students are allowed to sit for a challenge exam, which, upon successful completion, will give them
college credit for the program course.

This opportunity may allow students to have a late start or an early dismissal in their schedule. Students
interested in this option should contact their counselor.

 

Evening School/Online Learning
SD 308 offers courses during the school day and evening hours that are taught using an online platform
monitored by a SD 308 instructor. Student enrollment in an online course during Evening School may be
for initial credit. All coursework must be completed by the end of the academic semester in which the
student is enrolled. If a student enrolled in an Evening class needs assistance or falls behind, they may
attend a ‘catch-up’ session for 1 hour a day after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays until they are on
target. Evening classes will run based on enrollment requests and instructor availability. All students
enrolled in evening school online courses are required to complete their Unit Tests in person at their
home high school building. Testing is only available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 to 3:45. As
outlined in the course catalog, students must be enrolled in six credit-bearing courses. If a student takes
online coursework, they must maintain a minimum of five in-person courses.

 

**A Course Fee of $225 per 0.5 credit (1 course) will be applied per semester when students take in
excess of 3.5 credits per semester.**

 

Potential Evening/Online Course Offerings

Consumer Education	Precalculus
English 4 Perspectives in Literature & Composition	Psychology
Environmental Science	U.S. History

The decision to take a course is an important one. Students should seriously consider their educational
and career goals and develop a program of study to work toward those goals. Parents should be actively
involved in students' decisions concerning course selection. It is imperative that all students and parents
give careful consideration to course requests. Student course requests determine what courses and
how many sections of each will be offered the following year.

 

 

Parameters for course selection
● All students must enroll in at least 6 credit-bearing courses
○ Students can take a limited number of courses online, please see the Online/Evening School
section of the Course Catalog for more information.

● 12th-grade students who have earned 18 credits by the start of Senior year may select from the
following options to complete the schedule:
○ Credit-bearing course - credit information can be found in the course descriptions
○ Early Dismissal to take a community college course (tuition is not covered by SD 308)
○ Early Dismissal to take a SD 308 Online/Evening School course
○ Academic Study Period (Study Hall)
○ Internship
○ WorkPlace Experience “Formerly known as ICE Work”
○ Classroom Aide
○ Office Monitor
○ Late Arrival
○ Early Dismissal

 

Placementin Leveled Courses
Initial recommendations in leveled core academic courses are determined by a combination of factors.
These include standardized assessment results and past academic achievement. Parents and students
are encouraged to review these initial recommendations and direct questions to the recommending
teacher and department chair.
The Accelerated Placement Act requires Illinois public school districts to adopt and implement policies
on acceleration. The goal of the Acceleration Act is to ensure that districts adopt equitable and effective
assessment and placement procedures. Accelerated placement is open to all students who demonstrate
high ability and who may benefit from accelerated placement. For the 2026 - 2027 school year, all
students who meet or exceed Illinois State Learning Standards in Reading and/or Mathematics can
select to be registered for the next-highest level of coursework. In most cases, this means a placement in
the Honors or Advanced Placement course in a given subject.
It is important for the student and their parent/guardian to review the course description and develop
an understanding of the expectations and requirements of the course.
Students and parent(s)/guardian(s) will receive a notification that the student qualifies for accelerated
placement. This notification will come before the start of the course selection process.

 

Placement/Level Changes
If a level change is deemed necessary, a student will make the level change at the start of the following
semester. A Course Withdrawal Request Form must be completed, indicating the reason for the level\

change, as well as interventions attempted. Students are responsible for obtaining the required
signatures on the form. A level change may result in alterations to the student’s schedule and will
depend on course availability.

 

Courses Dropped to Add Another Course
All requests to adjust a student’s course selections for the following school year are due before
mid-February. A date will be communicated to families by the high school. Course changes after that
date are addressed on a space-available basis by completing a course change request form.

 

Withdrawal From a Course
Students are encouraged to complete the courses they start; however, in the event a student wishes to
withdraw from a course, the guidelines for withdrawing are listed below.

 

Class Days 1–5:
Drop requests will not be considered until the completion of the 5th day of school. This allows adequate
time for the student to access assistance, for the teacher to assess the student’s capabilities, and for the
student to understand the requirements of his/her entire schedule.

 

Class Days 6-10:
During this window, students may withdraw from a course and replace it with a study hall during that
period. The student must complete the Course Withdrawal Request Form, which includes communication
with and approval of the parent/guardian, teacher, department chair, and counselor. Students are
responsible for ensuring all required signatures are obtained on the Course Withdrawal Request Form. A
student may drop a class through Day 10 without a grade notation appearing on the student’s
transcript.

 

Class Days 11 through the end of the semester:
A student may withdraw from a course using the Class Withdrawal Request Form, which includes
communication with and approval of the parent, teacher, department chair, and counselor. Students are
responsible for ensuring all required signatures are obtained on the Class Withdrawal Form.
The transcript will reflect a grade of WF (withdrawn failure), which will be calculated into the student's
grade point average. The student will attend a study hall during that period. Medical circumstances may
constitute an exception to the drop procedure.

 

Per Board of Education Policy 6:310 High School Credit for Non-District Experiences; Course Substitutions;
Re-Entering Students, subject to approval from the Superintendent or designee, a student may receive
high school credit for completing any of the listed courses or experiences even when it is not offered in
or sponsored by the District:
1. Distance learning course, including a correspondence, virtual, or online course
2. Courses in an accredited foreign exchange program
3. Summer school or community college courses
4. College or high school courses offering dual credit at both the college and high school levels
5. Foreign language courses taken in an ethnic school program approved by the Illinois State Board
of Education
6. Work-related training at manufacturing facilities or agencies in a Tech Prep Program

7. Credit earned in a Vocational Academy

 

The student must seek approval from the Superintendent or designee to receive graduation credit for
any non-District course or experience.
● Courses will not be approved if they are currently an approved course in the district.
● If you are a potential NCAA athlete, please consult the NCAA Eligibility Center for further
guidance. (https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/)
● Courses taken outside the district will be posted to the transcript as a letter grade and count
towards the student’s Grade Point Average (GPA). Outside courses are not eligible for
honors/weighted credit.
● In order for this request to be considered, documentation including a complete course
description and contact hours must be provided.

 

No credit will be given until the Oswego High School/Oswego East High School registrar receives an
official transcript in the mail from the accredited school. All documentation regarding course
completion and grade earned must be submitted within two weeks of the course end date to the
counselor.

 

Prior to enrolling in a course taken outside of the school district, a student must receive approval from
the Superintendent or designee. Courses that are offered in the district are not eligible for external
credit. Unauthorized courses will not receive graduation credit.

 

Grade Point Average and Class Honor Roll
The high schools offer many Honors and Advanced Placement courses. A cumulative grade point
average is calculated by adding up the total grade points and dividing by the number of courses taken
(courses exceeding 0.5 credits per semester will count as the fractional equivalent of the number of
courses). A weighted factor is considered in calculating the grade point average for these courses. Grade
Points for all Honors and Advanced Placement courses will be increased by 1.0 points if the student
earns at least a “C”. Grade points are earned when credit is awarded and are based on the values noted
below.

Grade	Grade Points	Honors and AP Weighted Grade Points
A	4.0	5.0
B	3.0	4.0
C	2.0	3.0
D	1.0	1.0
F	0.0	0.0

NCAA Core Curriculum Requirements for Potential College Athletes
The National Collegiate Athletic Association requires specific high school courses for participation in
college athletics. High school students should consult the NCAA eligibility website:
NCAA Eligibility Quick Reference Sheet for DI

 

NCAA Eligibility Quick Reference Sheet for DII*DIII eligibility is based on college admissions
requirements
A great deal of information is available to students and parents through portals found on this site.
Students may also consult their athletic director and/or counselor for advice regarding the following
NCAA Eligibility Center requirements. (The NCAA Eligibility Center is the transcript evaluation center.)
Listed below are Division I requirements. Division II requirements are slightly different.
16 Core Courses
4 years of English
3 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 or higher)
2 years of science (1 year of lab if offered by high school)
1 year of additional English, mathematics, or science
2 years of social science
4 years of additional courses (from any area listed above or foreign language, non-doctrinal
religion/philosophy). A list of approved courses for SD 308 is available at:
NCAA List of SD 308 Approved Courses
*Once at the link, enter CEEB code 143331 for Oswego East High School or 143330 for Oswego High
School.

 

The NCAA Eligibility Center requires an official transcript to be sent directly from each school the
student has attended. Transcripts can be requested through the Student Services College and Career
Center.

 

Note: Students who plan to take online classes must consult with the Eligibility Center to determine
whether the online course may be included in eligibility consideration.

AVID 9		814
Grade Level: 9	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

“AP Capstone is an innovative diploma program that provides students with an opportunity to engage in rigorous scholarly practice of the core academic skills necessary for successful college completion. AP Capstone is built on the foundation of two courses — AP Seminar and AP Research — and is designed to complement and enhance the in-depth, discipline-specific study provided through AP courses. It cultivates curious, independent, and collaborative scholars and prepares them to make logical, evidence-based decisions”. 

AP Seminar	964
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: English 2 or Honors English 2	Course Fee: None	Weighted

AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Using an inquiry framework, students practice reading and analyzing articles, research studies, and foundational literary and philosophical texts; listening to and viewing speeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; and experiencing artistic works and performances. Students learn to synthesize information from multiple sources, develop their own perspectives in research-based written essays, and design and deliver oral and visual presentations, both individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in order to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments.

 

AP Research	1964
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 1.0 English	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Any tier of English 3 and AP Seminar	Course Fee: None	Weighted

AP Research allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this exploration, students design, plan, and conduct a year-long research-based investigation to address a research question. In the AP Research course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar course by understanding research methodology, employing ethical research practices, and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address a research question. Students explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of the development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4000-5000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense.

By emphasizing the interconnectedness among math, science, technology, and the humanities, the diverse program offerings of the Career & Technical Education Division assist students in becoming creative problem solvers, effective communicators, and tomorrow’s leaders. The department’s applied learning experiences enable students to get a head start on their post-secondary education and the advanced training required to be successful in 21st-century careers.

 

Business Program Overview 

 

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
General Business	Fundamentals of Business   Technology Applications  Advanced Business   Technology  Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business  Accounting 1  AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Technology Applications Advanced Business Technology Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Business Law 1  Business Law 2  Accounting 2  Advanced Business  Technology  AP Microeconomics  AP Macroeconomics Technology  Applications  Consumer Education	Internship  Fundamentals of Business Business Law 1  Business Law 2  Consumer Education Accounting 2  Advanced Business  Technology  AP Microeconomics  AP Macroeconomics Criminal Justice  Technology Applications Workplace Experience
Marketing	Fundamentals of Business  Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Marketing 1 AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Marketing 1  Marketing 2:  Entertainment & Sports Marketing  Business Law 1  Business Law 2  AP Microeconomics  AP Macroeconomics Consumer Education	Internship  Fundamentals of Business Marketing 1  Marketing 2:  Entertainment & Sports Marketing  Business Law 1  Business Law 2  Consumer Education Workplace Experience AP Microeconomics  AP Macroeconomics
Accounting	Fundamentals of Business Technology Applications Advanced Business Technology Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Accounting 1 AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Accounting 1 Accounting 2 AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Consumer Education	Internship Fundamentals of Business Accounting 1 Accounting 2 Banking and Finance Banking and Finance Internship Consumer Education Workplace Experience AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics
Information Processing	Fundamentals of Business  Technology Applications   Advanced Business  Technology  Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Technology Applications Advanced Business Technology Career Seminar	Fundamentals of Business Technology Applications AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Consumer Education	Internship  Fundamentals of Business Technology Applications Advanced Business  Technology  Workplace Experience AP Microeconomics  AP Macroeconomics Consumer Education
Computer Programing	Technology Applications Advanced Business Technology Computer Programming 1 Computer Programming 2 Career Seminar	AP Computer Science Principles PLTW Cybersecurity Technology Applications Computer Programming 1 Computer Programming 2 Advanced Business Technology Technology Internship Career Seminar	AP Computer Science Principles PLTW Cybersecurity Technology Applications Computer Programming 1 Computer Programming 2 Advanced Business Technology Consumer Education Technology Internship	AP Computer Science Principles PLTW Cybersecurity Internship Technology Applications Computer Programming 1 Computer Programming 2 Advanced Business Technology Consumer Education Technology Internship Workplace Experience

Career Seminar	6153
Grade Level: 9-10	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

 

Fundamentals of Business	6013
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Fundamentals of Business introduces students to the world of business. Topics covered include types of business organization, marketing, advertising, management, economics, and a study of the U.S. stock market. This course is recommended for students interested in taking Marketing, Accounting, and/or Business Law, or those interested in a business career.

 

Technology Applications	6023
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None	Articulated Credit

Technology Internship	6123
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Advanced Business Technology	6033
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None	● Articulated Credit  ● Industry Certification

Computer Programming 1	6083
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Computer Programming 1 is an introduction to computer science through object-oriented programming languages and problem-solving. Students will learn and practice computer programming by designing, writing, and debugging programs. They will learn the basics of computer science and logic, and apply the skills they have learned to create both business applications and games.

 

Computer Programming 2	6093
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Computer Programming 1	Course Fee: None

Computer Programming 2 is a continuation of the study of computer science. Students further develop the programming foundation created in Computer Programming 1, utilizing object-oriented programming languages. Skills developed include the creation and manipulation of programs using loops, nested loops, arrays, and list boxes. Students will apply the skills they have learned to higher-level programming applications and games.

 

Accounting 1	6114
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $37

Accounting 2	6124
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Accounting 1	Course Fee: $37	Articulated Credit

Business Law 1	6043
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Business Law 1 is designed for high school students to gain a better understanding of our legal system. Many important social and ethical issues will be examined and related to the students’ daily lives both now and in the future. Topic areas include: ethics and law, criminal law, societal problems, civil law, court system, trial procedures, and elements of creating contracts.

 

Business Law 2	6053
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Business Law 1	Course Fee: None

Business Law 2 expands on the fundamentals of our legal system presented in Business Law 1, with essential daily issues in the lives of all students. Topic areas include: contracts, warranties, employment law, equal opportunity, negotiable instruments, wills, and problems in society.

 

Criminal Justice	6173DC
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 periods blocked)
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: See  Course Description	Dual Credit

Marketing 1	6063
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Marketing 1 is an introductory course that focuses on the functions of marketing as they relate to the business world. The major concentrations of this class deal with the marketing mix, selling, and interpersonal skills. The students will have an opportunity to develop a sales presentation plan and present its usefulness to the business client. The students will learn to recognize buying motives and create an atmosphere for successful selling. A study of the career opportunities, employability skills, vocational ethics, and human relations skills will also be emphasized.

 

Marketing 2: Entertainment and Sports Marketing	6073
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Marketing 1	Course Fee: None

Marketing 2 is designed for students planning careers in business-related fields. Building off of the experience in Marketing 1, students will explore the areas of advertising, promotion, branding, market research, entrepreneurship, management, and other related business activities. Emphasis will be placed upon developing a marketing plan in the sports and entertainment industries. Case studies will be used in this course.

 

AP Microeconomics	6154
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 1.0 (0.5 Elective and 0.5 Consumer Education)	Length: 2 semesters
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $15	● Consumer Education Credit ● Weighted

AP Macroeconomics		6163
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 semester
Prerequisite: AP Microeconomics	Course Fee: $15	Weighted

AP Macroeconomics gives students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic
system as a whole. This course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination, and also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics.

 

*To meet the prerequisite requirement for this course, students must have completed AP Microeconomics or have
concurrent enrollment in AP Microeconomics.

 

Consumer Education	6143
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Consumer Education	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None	Consumer Education Credit

This class meets and exceeds the Consumer Education graduation requirement of the State of Illinois. The class has been developed to alert, inform, and educate students in financial planning and many other areas essential in our fast-moving society. Units covered: money management, credit, banking, automobiles, investments, insurance, housing, budgeting, and taxes.

 

Banking and Finance (OHS Only)	6134
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 1.0 (0.5 Elective and 0.5 Consumer Education)	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None	Consumer Education Credit

Banking and Finance Internship (OHS Only)	6133IN
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Banking and Finance	Course Fee: none

Internship	6173
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: See course description	Course Fee: None

Students who have completed all levels of relevant classes and are at a point in their education where “on-the-job” exposure is the next level of learning may apply for an internship. The internship is arranged through the school and related to a sequence of courses completed at the high school level. Formal training arrangements are developed between the employer and a school representative, outlining the expectations for the internship. Transportation required for the internship is the responsibility of the student. Internship is open to all seniors regardless of their course of study.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of a sequence of classes recommended; employability skills; approval and review process involving the student, faculty, and employer mentor. The application and interview process must be completed by the announced due date during junior year.

 

Directed Study-CTE
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: See course description	Course Fee: See  course description

Workplace Experience - Class (Formerly I.C.E. - Interrelated Cooperative Education)	6194
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 1.0 (0.5 Elective and 0.5 Consumer Education)	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with Workplace Experience - On the Job	Course Fee: $20	Consumer Education Credit

Workplace Experience - On the Job (Formerly I.C.E.- Work)	6191/6192
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with Workplace Experience - Class	Course Fee: None

 

 

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Food Service	Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 1  Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 2  Career Seminar	Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 1  Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 2  Career Seminar	Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 1  Culinary Arts and  Nutrition 2  Restaurant Management 1  Restaurant Management 2	Internship  Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1 Culinary Arts and Nutrition 2 Restaurant Management 1 Restaurant Management 2 Workplace Experience
Child Care	Child Development Introduction to  Relationships  Career Seminar	Introduction to  Relationships  Child Development Career Seminar	Child Development  Early Childhood 1  Early Childhood 2  Introduction to  Education	Internship  Child Development  Early Childhood 1  Early Childhood 2  Introduction to Education Workplace Experience
Clothing and Fashion  Merchandising	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Career Seminar	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Fashion Merchandising Career Seminar	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Fashion Merchandising	Internship Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Fashion Merchandising Workplace Experience
Family And  Career Studies	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1 Introduction to Relationships Career Seminar	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1 Interior Design Introduction to Relationships Career Seminar	Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1 Interior Design Parenting Medical Terms for Health Occupations Adult Living	Internship Fashion Construction 1 Fashion Construction 2 Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1 Interior Design Parenting Medical Terms for Health Occupations Medical Topics EMT Basic Adult Living

Family and Consumer Science Course Descriptions

Introduction to Relationships	6303
Grade Level: 9-10	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Introduction to Relationships is a suggested first course for Family and Consumer Science programs. It is designed to present learning experiences that will assist students in understanding themselves, their roles in today’s society, personal and family relationships, managing resources, living a healthy life, and the nature of Family and Consumer Science-related careers.

 

Fashion Construction 1	6253
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: See  course description

Fashion Construction 2	6263
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Fashion Construction 1	Course Fee: See  course description

Fashion Merchandising	6273
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Fashion Construction 1	Course Fee: $5

Students will explore the history of fashion, styles, and parts of garment construction. Elements and principles of design, along with the importance of color in fashion will also be explored. Additional topics include: product knowledge and promotion, industry trends and styles, industry specific terminology, marketing campaigns, current technology, and visual merchandising. This sequence of learning experiences will provide the student with competencies needed for employment in a variety of clothing and apparel-related occupations, plus give an overview of the fashion industry.

 

Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1	6203
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $25

In the classroom and the laboratory, students learn and apply principles of basic food preparation and nutrition. Promoting wellness through meeting health and safety needs in planning and preparing food are included as well as utilizing food resources and analyzing nutritional needs. Career information is incorporated throughout the course.

 

Culinary Arts and Nutrition 2	6213
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1	Course Fee: $25

Culinary Arts and Nutrition 2 emphasizes the preparation of foods with special characteristics. Cultural influence on food is emphasized through learning, including current nutritional issues. Appropriate work behaviors and working relationships with others are stressed.

 

Restaurant Management 1	6233
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Nutrition 1	Course Fee: $30	Industry Certification

Restaurant Management 2	6243
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Restaurant Management 1	Course Fee: $30	Industry Certification

Collaborative Cooking Leaders	6223
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $25

Interior Design	6283
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $10

Throughout Interior Design, students will dive into topics like color theory, furniture arrangement, lighting, floor plans, design styles, and sustainability. Students will have the chance to express their own style while learning how to meet real-world needs through design. This class will challenge students’ imagination, develop problem-solving skills, and provide hands-on experience with sketching, mood boards, and digital design tools. At the end of this course, students will have a strong foundation in the elements and principles of design - and maybe even a clearer idea of whether a career in design is right for them.

 

Child Development	6323
Grade Level: 9-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: $5	● Early Childhood Education Pathway  ● Elementary and Secondary Education Pathway

Students who enjoy working with children will learn about development from conception through age six. Physical growth, emotional and social development, and the ways children learn will be emphasized. What is learned can be applied to experiences with children now and in the future. Responsibility and appropriate attitudes will be stressed. Consider this class if planning any career with children, including education, medicine, social work, or psychology. This class is a prerequisite for Early Childhood 1, where students operate our on-campus preschool. Child Development is also recommended before taking Introduction to Education.

 

Introduction to Education	6363
Grade Level: 10-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee:  $20 plus WCC fee	● Dual Credit  ● Early Childhood Education Pathway  ● Elementary & Secondary  Education Pathway

Clinical Experience in Education		6373
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Introduction to Education	Course Fee: $20 plus WCC fee	● Dual Credit  ● Early Childhood Education
		Pathway  ● Elementary and Secondary Education Pathway

 

Early Childhood 1	6333
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Child Development	Course Fee: $25	Early Childhood Education  Pathway

Early Childhood 1 is recommended for anyone planning a career in education, social services, or the medical field. Students will work with preschoolers and plan developmentally appropriate lessons in art, storytelling, nutritious snacks, dramatic play, math, and science. Students will operate our on-campus preschool. Program development and management, guidance techniques, communication with parents, and national/state standards will be stressed. A professional portfolio using digital photography will be developed in this class.

 

Early Childhood 2	6343
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Early Childhood 1	Course Fee: $25	● Articulated Credit  ● Early Childhood Education Pathway

Parenting	6353
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

The course, Parenting, helps students think through the responsibilities, satisfactions, and stresses of parenthood. A
variety of situations and effective parenting techniques are examined. Students will also learn to develop communication skills that can be applied to present and future relationships. Students learn the importance of interacting with others with a sense of dignity and respect.

 

 

Adult Living	6313
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None	Course Fee: None

Juniors and Seniors taking this class will gain a better understanding of themselves and their relationships with others. This course is designed to help guide the student in making current and future decisions about everyday life. Marriage preparation, changing roles in society, and personal relationships are also examined.

 

Medical Terms for Health Occupations	6903
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry recommended	Course Fee: None

Medical Terms for Health Occupations acquaints students with a method of studying the language of health care. Students learn stems, prefixes, and suffixes commonly used in medical terminology.

 

Health Occupations Clinical	6923DC
Grade Level: 11-12	Credit: 1.0 Elective	Length: 1 Semester (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry recommended	Course Fee: See course description	● Dual Credit  ● Industry Certification

Medical Topics		6914
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 2.0 Elective	Length: 2 Semesters (2 Periods blocked)
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry recommended	Course Fee: $146.

The Medical Topics program is designed for students who have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the
medical/health-related fields. The fall semester consists of a blocked Anatomy and Physiology course. The spring semester blocked internship course meets twice per week in the classroom, three days per week onsite at Rush-Copley Medical Center (and other related facilities).

 

Course Fee: Covers the expenses of a stethoscope, scrub shirt, mandatory drug test, and criminal background check.

 

*An application and approval are required for this class. Students must complete an application and pass both a drug test and a criminal background check to participate in Medical Topics. Transportation is required for participation and is the responsibility of the parent and student.

 

Internship	6173
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: See Course Description	Course Fee: None

Directed Study-CTE
Grade Level: 12	Credit: 0.5 Elective	Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: See course description	Course Fee: See course description

 

Industrial Technology Program Overview 

Engineering Program: Project Lead the Way (PLTW) 

Computer Programming: Advanced Placement & Project Lead the Way 

PLTW Program (Engineering/Comp Sci)

Visual Art Program Overview 
Music 
Theatre