This page will be used to house information that will help students make informed decisions when scheduling for the following school year. It will be updated continuously throughout the school year.

OTC Classes offered

Here are the vocational programs currently offered by OTC. Sophomores and Juniors will be able to apply for the following year's attendance during registration. Further information can be found at otc.edu/careercenter.

• Agriculture
• Auto Collision Repair
• Auto Technology
• Computer Information Systems
• Construction Technology
• Culinary Arts
• Diesel Technology
• Drafting and Design Technology
• Early Childhood Development
• Electrical Trades
• Electronic Media Production
• Fire Science Technology
• Graphic Design Technology
• Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• Industrial Engineering Technology
• Industrial Systems Technology
• Machine Tool Technology
• Networking Technology
• Welding Technology

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ENGLISH

Course: English IV

Prerequisite: English I, II, III, or Equivalent

Recommended Grade Level: 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: This course is designed to prepare students for both the workplace and post-secondary education. Students will read literary works, both classic and contemporary. They will engage in academic writing, literary analysis, and research, as well as participate in academic discussions.

Course: English III: American Literature

Prerequisite: English I & II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Focus is upon American Literature, incorporating improvement of reading comprehension, critical thinking, writing and research skills.

Course: English II

Prerequisite: English I

Recommended Grade Level: 10

Duration: Year Long

Description: English II continues to build upon the skills taught in English I and to prepare students to advance to English III. Students will study various literature, writing, grammar, and vocabulary skills throughout the course. A variety of literary forms, both fiction and non-fiction, will be examined, and students will learn and utilize the criteria needed to interpret and critically analyze a variety of texts. Students will also learn the proper procedure in constructing essays, will focus on improving listening and speaking skills, and develop composition skills through the study of research processes.

Course: English 1

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9

Duration: Year Long

Description: English 1 is a comprehensive English course of literature, composition and language, including listening and speaking. We will read a wide variety of literary forms including short stories, nonfiction, poetry, drama, novels and spoken and visual texts. This course also focuses on the writing and research process through response to literature, creative writing, connections to real-life situations and problem solving. The study of language, mechanics, grammar and conventions will be integrated throughout our studies. Students will work individually, in partners and groups to think logically and produce papers, projects and presentations to showcase understanding and comprehension. Listening and speaking skills are also developed throughout the course.

Course: Film and Literature

Prerequisite: English I & II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This course focuses on contemporary and classic literature, a variety of genres, and how literary works are transformed into films. The focus will be to enhance the ability to understand, appreciate, and discuss works of literature through extensive reading and discussion of novels and literature, as well as analyze works of fiction and drama for plot structure, setting, characterization, theme, and narrative point of view.

Course: Novels

Prerequisite: English I, II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: In this course, several novels will be read and analyzed. Students should expect to read on a daily basis. Through the study of novels, vocabulary and critical thinking will be developed, in addition to reading skills. Distinct features of the novel, such as narrative and fictional elements of setting, conflict, plot structure, character development, climax, and resolution will be studied. Students will read, analyze, evaluate, critique, and actively respond to a wide variety of literary genres. The course also includes reading selections from non-fiction that supplement the novels with background information, and provide students with the opportunity to practice reading non-fiction text. Activities to develop writing and research skills are included as well.

Course: Science Fiction

Prerequisite: Completion of English II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: A survey of science fiction writing from its roots to contemporary novels and short stories.

Course: Creative Writing

Prerequisite: Completion of English II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: Primary focus on giving students a skill set to tap into their own creativity. Opportunities for students to explore their creative strengths, develop a vocabulary with which to discuss their own creativity, and experiment with the craft and adventure of their own writing. Through lecture, discussion, reading and writing exercises, and critiques of student writing in a workshop mode, students will examine critically the elements of literary creations.

MATH

Course: Algebra 2

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry

Recommended Grade Level: 11,12

Duration: Year Long

Description: This algebra course allows the student to use problem solving, visual learning, big ideas, interactive learning and differentiated instruction to master the Algebra 2 State Standards for mathematics. We will be using Eureka Math, along with an Algebra 2 textbook.

Course: Real World Math

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry

Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: Semester

Description: Math is widely-used in daily activities and in most careers, and in this course you will:

1.Discover how math is used in sports.

2.Learn the importance of math when buying a car.

3.Learn how to create and maintain a budget.

4.Explore how math is used in every profession.

5.Explore outdoor math activities.

NOTE: This class is designed for Juniors and Seniors who do not intend to go the college route. It is offered as an alternative to Algebra 2.

Course: Math Analysis

Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2

Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: Semester

Description: Math Analysis is intended as a preparatory course for College Algebra. If you struggled with some topics in Algebra II, but plan to take College Algebra at some point, this class will be an ideal fit for you. We will closely follow the College Algebra contents, but move at a slower pace to ensure that it sinks in. This class is one semester only, but you should be well prepared to enter College Algebra the next semester.

Course: Trigonometry

Prerequisite: Geometry and Algebra II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: Trigonometry an extension of the concepts learned in Geometry regarding the trig functions sine, cosine, and tangent. This is a semester-long course which will begin by solving right triangles for unknown sides and angles and build into more advanced topics. Trigonometry is perhaps the most useful of the math topics covered in high school and has many applications in real life. A working knowledge of trigonometry can be a time saver for anyone working in construction, surveying, engineering, science, or related fields.

Course: Statistics

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Semester

Description: The study of statistics is the process of drawing good, reliable conclusions from incomplete information. This is done by looking at the distribution of a sample from a population. It also includes probability theory/distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing and analyzing correlations.

Course: Geometry

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Recommended Grade Level: 10-11

Duration: Year Long

Description: This course is designed to emphasize the study of the properties and applications of common geometric figures in two and three dimensions. It includes the study of transformations and right triangle trigonometry. Inductive and deductive thinking skills are used in problem solving situations, and applications to the real world are stressed. It also emphasizes writing proofs to solve (prove) properties of geometric figures.

Course: Algebra 1

Prerequisite: 8th Grade Math

Recommended Grade Level: 9-10

Duration: Year Long

Description: This course is designed to emphasize the study of multiple representations of linear and non-linear functions. It includes mathematical concepts for working with rational numbers, various expressions, analyzing and solving linear equations & inequalities, data analysis, probability, statistics, and polynomials.

SCIENCE

Course: Chemistry 1

Prerequisite: Physical Science AND Algebra 1 with at least a C- or higher

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Chemistry I is a more rigorous science course that involves compounds, ions, bonding, reactions, energy, and math. Students will use the periodic table and incorporate that into everyday learning activities.

Course: Biology II

Prerequisite:Biology I

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Introduction to the biology of organisms including evolutionary history, diversity, structure, and function of major taxa; and ecology.

Course: Biology I

Prerequisite: Physical Science

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Introduction to the concepts of biological structure and function at the molecular and cellular level, genetics, evolution and ecology.

Course: Environmental Science

Prerequisite: Physical Science

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Introduction to how Earth Works emphasizing human interaction with Earth and how to deal with the environmental problems we face by living sustainably.

Course: Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology

Prerequisite: General Biology I, Chemistry I

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Introduction to human cells, tissues, organs and organ systems including study of mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis in the human organism.

HISTORY

Course: American Government

Prerequisite: American History, World History

Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: This class studies the federal government, the structure and function of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches and the growth of power at the national and state levels. An emphasis is placed on the role and responsibility of the citizen. Students will study the events of state and national importance presently taking place and how these current events relate to the workings of the U.S. Government. Students must take and pass the federal constitution and state constitution exams required by the state of Missouri in order to graduate.

Course: American Heritage

Prerequisite: American History, World History, Government

Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: Year Long

Description:

This course concentrates on U.S history from colonization to present day. The focal point will be on events, trends, and activities that shape American culture throughout history. We will not only cover historical documents throughout history, but we will cover aspects of American culture that define what it is to be an "American." Topics will include music, film, fashion, sports, holidays and changes in society.

Course: United States Civil War

Prerequisite: American History

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This course will explore the political, social, and economic causes, conduct, and consequences of the United States Civil War. Students will examine the history of slavery in the United States, the sectional conflict over slavery, multiple reasons for the Civil War, and the major events of the Civil War and the period of Reconstruction. Much of the study comes from the years 1844-1877, although some events will fall outside that time range.

Course: Popular Culture

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: The purpose of the course is to allow students to look more deeply and more critically at events with which they might have a passing exposure; and to challenge students to examine their current culture for its possible historical consequence. This class will look at recent American history (1960’s to present) through the lenses of music, media (can include movies, TV, internet, etc.), major news stories and how they were covered, popular consumer goods, and ideology/social movements. Students will also discuss current events and their connection to items of study.

Course: World History

Prerequisite: American History

Recommended Grade Level: 10

Duration: Year Long

Description: This is a course in World History beginning with a review of Ancient Civilizations and ending with modern day events from around the world.

Course: American History

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9

Duration: Year Long

Description: This is a course in American History beginning with a review of the Civil War and concluding with present - day issues. This course will discuss major issues throughout this time period, including major U.S conflicts and foreign affairs, as well as domestic policy.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

Course: Co-Ed PE

Prerequisite: NONE

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: 1 Year

Course: Co-ed Weight Training

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Cardio and Weight Training

Course: Health

Prerequisite: N/A

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This course will cover portions of the wellness equation. Students will examine the body systems. Students will learn to incorporate their knowledge of nutrition and fitness into programs designed with themselves in mind.

PERSONAL FINANCE

Course: Personal Finance

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This course is designed to help students apply decision -making skills to earning and spending an income, establishing and enhancing savings and investments, purchasing insurance, using credit and managing money. Students with a basic understanding of finance are more confident and competent in making financial decisions. It is a graduation requirement in the state of Missouri.

PRACTICAL ARTS

BUSINESS

Course: Computer Applications

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn basic computer knowledge, proper keyboarding techniques and skills, apply formatting, use word processing applications (Word), spreadsheets applications (Excel), database applications (Access), presentation software (Powerpoint), experience in creating business documents (Publisher), explore the internet, and create a web page (Publisher). Students will be expected to take times writings and improve their speed and accuracy throughout the year.

Course: Intro to Business

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Course: Business Technology

Prerequisite: Computer Applications

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: 1 Year

Description: Students will learn to create/access, organize, analyze and communicate information using the computer. This course is designed to provide students with the computer knowledge and abilities required to participate effectively in and contribute to a technology oriented society. The course will assist students in developing those abilities identified as the following (a) problem-solving, and creative inquiry, (b) information - gathering, reasoning, and synthesizing abilities; © reflective, creative, and critical disposition; and (d) communication skills.

Course: Introduction to Computer Science

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: 1 semester

Description: This course is designed to offer an introduction to computer science for students in grades 9-12. Students will learn the basics of computer programming along with the basics of computer science. The material emphasizes computational thinking and helps develop the ability to solve complex problems. This course covers the basic building blocks of programming along with other central elements of computer science and gives a foundation in the tools used in computer science. The course is 100% coding, and allows students to work independently in text-based Python. The course also includes a career focus, where at the end of units, students meet (via videos) individuals from different industries who work in coding (medical, music, etc.). No prior computer science knowledge or experience is necessary for this course.

Course: Mass Media

Prerequisite: English I & II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Mass Media is a PBL-style course that will provide students with hands-on experiences with current technology and its real-world application. A wide range of current hardware and software will be explored. Students will use creativity and writing/editing skills to produce interactive presentations, videos, podcasts, websites, infographics, digital images, 3D print designs and animations.

Course: Publications (Yearbook)

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

AGRICULTURE

Course: Ag Mechanics I & II

Prerequisite: Must have completed Ag Mechanics I

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Ag Machinery is a shop based class that studies the repair, maintenance, and technology of agriculture machinery used today. Students work with small engines, all the way up to mid size tractors and equipment. Students will also become familiar with hydraulics, horsepower, and some electric motors.

Course: Fish & Wildlife

Prerequisite: Ag Science I, Animal Science or Greenhouse

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Ag Machinery is a shop based class that studies the repair, maintenance, and technology of agriculture machinery used today. Students work with small engines, all the way up to mid size tractors and equipment. Students will also become familiar with hydraulics, horsepower, and some electric motors.

Course: Ag Construction I & II

Prerequisite: Ag Science I

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Ag Construction will be a lab based course sharing time with in class activities. Upon completion of a test based knowledge assessment, we will typically go to the shop for a short time and practice the skills learned in the classroom. All classroom rules and expectations are the same for the shop. Understand that there are no guarantees for the amount of shop time received, this will be based on the attitudes and participation level while learning a skill first in the classroom. Once the shop tools and their functions are understood, each student will be required to build a project to completion. Materials used for personal projects must be purchased by the student from a business or the Sparta Ag Shop.

Course: Greenhouse

Prerequisite: Ag Science I

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Greenhouse Operations consists of learning the different types of greenhouse layouts and designs and how they operate. Additionally, students will help with the management decisions of the greenhouse including ordering bedding plant plugs and seed, vegetable seed, and all other supplies needed to grow a product. Students will also help with the annual Greenhouse Sale after growing the product.

Course: Animal Science

Prerequisite: Ag Science I

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Animal Science takes a deeper look into the world of Animal Agriculture that was introduced in Ag Science I. Students dive deeper into the genetic and reproduction side of animal agriculture as well as a more detailed look at nutrition and roles each play in animal health. This is a very hands on class and we have a few small trips each year and typically two dissections.

Course: Ag Science 1

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-10

Duration: Year Long

Description: Ag Science I is designed to be a broad spectrum agricultural class covering many different topics related to Agriculture Careers, Animal Science, and the FFA. Along with animal reproduction and management we will spend time covering animal health, breed identification, feeds and feeding, FFA history, parliamentary procedure etc. As part of this curriculum each student will be required to memorize and recite the FFA creed in front of the class. This will need to be done by Christmas break in order to receive credit. This can be done one paragraph at a time with no point deductions. In the past, the Fourth quarter of this class will spend most of their time learning how to Arc weld and use the oxy/acetylene torch. This will be dependent of the class and their willingness to learn and follow the safety procedures required.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

Course: Foods 1

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description:This is a semester course designed to introduce students to basic food preparation skills and an understanding of how proper nutrition relates to overall wellness. Students will learn food preparation skills as well as how to maintain a safe and sanitary cooking environment. Methods of instruction will include textbook, supplemental materials, Powerpoint Presentations, demonstrations, and videos. Students will be able to apply these skills through application and lab procedures.

Course: Pro Start 1

Prerequisite: Foods

Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: ProStart Culinary Arts is available for upperclassmen who have taken a prerequisite course of Foods I. Pro Start is a program that certifies our students through the National Restaurant Association and articulates credit with Ozarks Technical College for up to six hours credit. Students also become Safe Food certified through the Christian County Health Department. The goal of this class is to make them workplace ready. For more information about Pro Start, you may go to www.goprostart.org.

Course: ProStart 2

Prerequisite: Foods 1 & ProStart 1

Recommended Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Pro Start Culinary Arts II is available for juniors and/or seniors who have taken a prerequisite course of Foods I, Pro Start I and Nutrition and Wellness. Pro Start is a program that certifies our students through the National Restaurant Association and articulates credit with Ozarks Technical College for up to six hours credit. Students also become Safe Food Handler certified through the Christian County Health Department. The goal of this class is to make them workplace ready. For more information about Pro Start, you may go to www.goprostart.org. Class has a fee of $30.00

Course: Marriage & Family

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This instructional program describes the design and implementation of policies and processes contributing to successful individual and family resource management. Parental styles and leadership patterns are examined. The course also includes instruction in financial goal setting and strategies; household income, assets, and debt management; preventing and resolving financial difficulties; and the use of relevant public resources. A real estate unit is also included to help the student prepare for buying or selling a home. Retirement and investment plans are also discussed.

Course: Housing

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Course: Child Development 1

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This is a one semester (1/2 credit) course, designed to introduce learners to child development, beginning with prenatal development. Students will learn about preparing for pregnancy, prenatal development, child birth, infant development, toddler development, and the young child. Topics will include the development and behaviors of infants and young children, through the study of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Students will gain knowledge about the successful care of children, including developmentally-stimulating environments that promote learning. This course is designed for all students, regardless of career choices.

Course: Child Development 2

Prerequisite: Child Development 1

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Semester

Description: This is a semester course designed to educate students on issues involved in child development from the ages of birth to 5 years of age. The course begins with topics related to how children develop, what expectations they need to meet, and what they will learn as the grow. Students will participate in the preschool with children.

FINE ARTS

MUSIC

Course: Band

Prerequisite: Middle School Band

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: High school band is a class that continues the journey of musicians that started in middle school. This is a performance based class and so all performances are graded and it’s important that everyone is at every performance. We perform for pep band, concerts and for state contest. You do have the option of trying out for District Band through an audition process and performing at District & State solo/ensemble contest.

Course: Choir

Prerequisite: A desire to sing

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Choir is a non-audition, Fine Arts class focused on the development of singing as a group and as a soloist. Many performing opportunities are offered, including: Veterans Day, Winter and Spring concerts, Large Ensemble Contest, District and Honor Choirs, and Solo and Ensemble.

Course: Music Appreciation

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year

Description: Music appreciation is a fine art class that takes a more social approach to music than a historical approach. We will go into how music affects musicals, operas and films in different ways. We do study and have projects including composers, different types of music and the periods of music. This class should engage you to think, hear and study music and musical concepts that are not necessary in your comfort zone but should give you an appreciation of all music.

ART

Course: Art I

Prerequisite: None

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Art I is designed to fulfill the fine art graduation requirement. Art production is the main focus of the course with an emphasis on visual literacy. Students will produce art using a variety of media as well as explore art history, criticism and aesthetics. Students are expected to keep a daily sketchbook, complete art projects, write art reviews and pass quizzes and tests.

Course: Art II

Prerequisite: Grade of B- or higher in Art I or recommendation of 8th Grade Art Teacher

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Art production is the main focus of the course with an emphasis on visual literacy, personal interpretation, problem solving and craftsmanship. Students will produce art using a variety of media as well as explore art history, criticism and aesthetics. Students are expected to keep a daily sketchbook, complete art projects, write art reviews and pass quizzes and tests.

Course: Art III

Prerequisite: Grade of B- or higher in Art II

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Art production is the main focus of the course with an emphasis on visual literacy, personal interpretation, problem solving and craftsmanship. Students will produce art using a self-chosen theme in a variety of media. They will explore art history, criticism and aesthetics as well as research art schools and careers in the arts. Students are expected to keep a daily sketchbook, complete art projects, write art reviews, pass quizzes and tests and participate in formal critiques of their own and others artwork. Completion of a final portfolio and artist’s statement is required.

Course: Art IV

Prerequisite: A or B in Art III

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Art IV is an advanced class that focuses on portfolio development. Students will produce art using a self-chosen theme in a variety of media. They will explore art history, criticism and aesthetics as well as research art schools and careers in the arts. Students are expected to keep a daily sketchbook, complete art projects, write art reviews, pass quizzes and tests and participate in formal critiques of their own and others artwork. Completion of a final portfolio and artist’s statement is required.

Course: Art Independent Studies

Prerequisite: Art IV (Seniors may take IS and Art IV during the same year.)

Recommended Grade Level: 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Independent Studies is an advanced class that focuses on portfolio development, professional presentation and college preparation. Students will produce art using self-chosen themes and media. They will explore art history, criticism and aesthetics as well as research art schools and careers in the arts. Students are expected to keep a daily sketchbook, complete art projects, write art reviews, pass quizzes and tests and participate in formal critiques of their own and others artwork. Completion of a final portfolio, artist’s statement, college application and gallery show is required. Due to the individualized nature of the course, it may be repeated multiple years.

Course: Drama I-IV

Prerequisite: Drama 1: None; Drama II-IV: Teacher Permission

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Drama I: Introduction to theatre terminology, stagecraft, lighting, and acting. Drama II-IV: Continuance into theatre presence and public performances, script assessments & writing.

Course: Oral Interpretation 1

Prerequisite: Completion of 8th Grade

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Introduction to Individual Events, learning to choose and cut pieces for competitive speech tournaments, and development of poise, public speaking skills, and proficiency in public reading and writing skills.

Course: Oral Interpretation II, III, IV

Prerequisite: Completion of Oral Interpretation I & Teacher Permission

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Competitive Speech in Individual Events as guided by MSHSAA. Students must participate and compete in Individual Events at select tournaments.

LAUNCH VIRTUAL COURSES

Course: Launch - ACT Prep

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Drivers Education - Online Only (No Driving Component)

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Spanish 1, 2

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - Japanese 1

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - French 1

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - Creative Writing 1, 2

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - World Geography

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Psychology

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Psych of the Holocaust

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - American Civil War

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Professional Math

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - Fine Arts Appreciation 1

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Fine Arts Appreciation 2

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Web Design

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Intro to Computer Applications

Duration: Semester

Course: Launch - Astronomy

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - Physics First

Duration: Year Long

DUAL CREDIT ~ Weighted Courses

SEATED

Course: College English

Prerequisite: English I, II, III or Equivalent; ACT Score of 22 with 3.0 GPA

Recommended Grade Level: 12

Duration: Year Long

Description: The aim of this class is to help students refine and expand their writing skills. Many types of writing and essays are studied and composed including: expository, persuasion, description, compare/contrast, opinion, literary analysis, and personal narrative. Students will also complete research writing using MLA documentation, and analyze and evaluate sources for reliability. Sentence structure and sentence variety are emphasized, along with integration of thinking, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This is a dual credit course through Ozarks Technical Community College.

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Course: Dual Credit Chemistry through Missouri State University

Prerequisite: C or higher in Chemistry I, at least ACT (Science) of 24 or higher, C or higher in or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Duration: Year Long

Description: Advanced Chemistry is offered for 2 purposes: to prepare students for an entry level college chemistry course, and an expansion of Chemistry I topics. Students will be introduced to gas laws, equilibrium, solution chemistry, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.

PROCTORED

Course: Dual Credit - College Algebra

Prerequisite:Completed Algebra II

Recommended Grade Level: 12

Duration: Semester

DUAL CREDIT - Online with OTC

Course: Dual Credit - ART 100 - Art and Experience

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - ART 105 - Art History

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - BIO 100 -Life Science

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - BIO 135 - Nutrition for Living

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - COM 105 - Public Speaking

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - ENG 101 - Composition I

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - ENG 102 - Composition II

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - HST 120 - U.S. History I to 1865

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - HST 130- U.S. History II to Present

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - MTH 128 - College Contemporary Math

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - MUS 105 - Western Music Appreciation

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - PHL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - PHY 110 - Introduction to Geology

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - PHY 115 - Introduction to Astronomy

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - PLS 101 - Political Science

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - PSY 110 - Introduction to Psychology

Duration: Semester

Course: Dual Credit - SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

Duration: Semester

VIRTUAL ONLINE - Weighted Courses

Course: Launch - AP US History

Prerequisites: Advanced/Proficient on Government EOC

Duration: Year Long

Course: Launch - AP Computer Science

Prerequisites: Business program completer

Duration: Year Long

OTHER COURSES

Course: A+ Tutoring

Prerequisites: Permission from Counselor

Duration: Year Long

Course: Work Flex

Prerequisites: Permission from Counselor

Duration: Year Long

Course: Ag Experience

Prerequisites: Permission from Counselor

Duration: Year Long