Kaneland Course Descriptions Book 2010-2011

KHS Student Services News | Posted APR 23 2010

Students

As you plan your academic program, we encourage you to read the Course Description Booklet carefully and follow the guidelines on other registration materials. As you make your plans, be sure to consider not only the courses you wish to take next year, but also those classes that will meet your goals over the four years of high school. As you make your course selections, keep these questions in mind:

• What courses do I need to meet my high school graduation requirements?

• Have I met the prerequisites for my proposed class?

• What are my interests, strengths, and weaknesses?

• What elective classes will broaden my experiences?

• What career alternatives am I considering?

• Considering my career plans, what additional education might I need, such as college or vocational school, and what courses will prepare me for entrance to these schools?

Parents

The counselors and teachers are eager to help all students meet their goals. We encourage all students to take advantage of the many opportunities available through our curriculum. High school is the time to get a solid academic foundation and a time to explore different subject areas. Counselors are qualified to help students assess their academic and personal abilities in order to become increasingly capable of making wise educational choices, but the final responsibility for making these decisions rests with the communication between the student and his/her parents. We are happy to be a resource to you and your child as you proceed through this career decision-making process.

This is a course description book, not a catalog. This book is subject to change due to enrollment or other factors.

The Student Services Department

Kaneland High School

Graduation Requirements

To Graduate from Kaneland High School, a Student must successfully complete the following credit requirements:

29 Credits

Required Courses for Graduation:

English and Speech 3.5 Credits (4.5 credits class 2012)

Math Algebra content 1.0 Credit

Math Geometry content 1.0 Credit

Math Elective 1.0 Credit

Science 3.0 Credits

U.S. History 1.0 Credit

Government 0.5 Credit

Geography 0.5 Credit (2011)

World Cultures 1.0 Credit (starting class of 2012)

Foundations of Democracy 0.5 Credit

Applications of Technology 0.5 Credit

Economics 0.5 Credit

P.E., Health, & Driver Ed. 4.0 Credits More »

2010 High School Summer Program @ Waubonsee Community College

KHS Student Services News | Posted APR 23 2010

Please note:

BY THE FIRST OF JUNE! All courses should be chosen with the student’s high school counselor!

Final grade reports are sent to the high school after the program ends.

It is the student’s responsibility to check time and locations for scheduling conflicts.

The student is not officially registered until the registration form and payment are received and processed at the Sugar Grove or Aurora Campuses. Paperwork dropped off at the Copley Campus will be forwarded to the Sugar Grove Campus.

Only complete registration forms with full payment will be accepted. No refunds will be given after June 15.

Talk to your high school counselor by June 1st, and register by June 15! Courses for high school credit are offered each summer by Waubonsee Community College in cooperation with area high schools. High School Summer Program courses are a convenient way for you to recover credit for failed courses or work ahead to clear your schedule for electives.

Courses are offered at the Sugar Grove, Aurora and Copley campuses as well as extension sites. NOTE: Fitness courses listed for the Aurora YWCA have been moved to the Sugar Grove Campus.

Offerings include Algebra, Creative Writing, American Government, U.S History, Geometry, American Literature, Economics, Health, Personal Fitness, and more.

Courses meet Tuesday, June 22, 2010 – Wednesday, July 28, 2010 (no classes Monday, July 5).

Registration begins March 1 and runs through June 15. Classes fill quickly so early registration is advised!

For complete details download the 2010 High School Summer Program brochure or call (630) 466-2360 for more information. More »

Summer Driver Education Kaneland High School!

KHS Student Services News | Posted APR 9 2010

Kaneland High School will be offering a summer Driver Education program for Kaneland and non-Kaneland students who will be turning 15 by June and reside in the Kaneland school district. Mandatory attendance will be necessary to meet the required classroom hours as set forth by the State of Illinois. There are only 30 seats so sign up soon.

Classes will start June 21, 2010 and will end July 17, 2010. Class will be held on Mondays through Fridays, from 7:00 am to 9:00 am. Behind the wheel times will be determined once class begins. Before class, after class, afternoons, and Saturdays will be used to complete the BTW portion of the class.

The cost of the class is $250. To reserve a seat in this class, please contact Cyndi Violett in Kaneland High School Student Services at (630) 365-5100 ext. 212, before May 1, 2010.

Pharmacy Tech Aplication for students starting age 16! Great Opportunity!

Careers News | Posted MAR 17 2010

Anyone interested in being a Pharmacist? You can apply to be a pharmacy tech at the age of 16!!!!!!

Here’s the link to the application!

http://www.idfpr.com/dpr/WHO/phar.asp

See Article Below & Check it out! More »

AP Testing - Just aroung the corner, Between May 3rd - May 14th 2010

Testing News | Posted FEB 4 2010

Please visit the College Board Web Site for more information. http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/exam/calendar/203430.html

This year the AP exams will be offered between May 3rd and May 14th. Please pick up the registration sheet in the student services office and look for it in the upcoming Parent Newsletter. Students will turn in the AP Exam registration form between March 1st and March 19th, 2010, to Anna Lamica in the Student Services office. Students Must Pay for the exams at the time of sign up.

This year the cost is $86.00 per exam. If a student decides not to take the exam after registering for one, only $66.00 of the $86.00 fee can be refunded. March 19 is the absolute deadline for registering to take AP exams. Contact Ms. Lamica @ 630-365-5100 x211 if you need more information.

Career Cluster Plans/Programs of Study!

Careers News | Posted FEB 4 2009

Welcome to the Career Cluster Plans of Study! All of the careers in each of the 16 Career Clusters are sub-grouped into Pathways. The number of Pathways per Cluster varies from two to seven. More »

Welcome to the Career Cluster Knowledge and Skills Charts!

Careers News | Posted FEB 4 2009

Welcome to the Career Cluster Knowledge and Skills Charts! All of the careers in each of the 16 Career Clusters are sub-grouped into Pathways. The number of Pathways per Cluster varies from two to seven. More »