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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Diploma Requirements for Class of 2014 4

Diploma Requirements for Class of 2015 5

Diploma Requirements for Class of 2016 6

Diploma Requirements for Class of 2017 7

Articulation Agreements 8

College Credit Courses with Western Kentucky University 8

Agriculture Department 10

Art Department 12

Business & Office Department 13

Exceptional Education Department 14

Family & Consumer Sciences Department 15

Foreign Language Department 16

Language Arts Department 16

Mathematics Department 18

Miscellaneous Courses 20

Music Department 21

Naval Science (NJROTC) Department 21

Physical Education/Health Department 22

Science Department 23

Social Studies Department 25

Technology Education Department 26

Technical School Courses 28

Career Clusters and Majors:

Agriculture Career Cluster

· Agriculture Production Major - Ag. Mechanics Emphasis 33

· Agriculture Production Major - Animal Science / Pre-Veterinarian Emphasis 34

· Agriculture Production Major - Horticulture/Plant Science Emphasis 35

· Natural Resources Management Major 36

Arts/Humanities Career Cluster 37

Business Career Cluster

· Administrative Support Major 38

· Business Technology Major 39

Construction Career Cluster

· Air Conditioning Technology Major 40

· Carpentry Major 41

Communications Career Cluster

· Multi-Media Technology Emphasis 42

Education Career Cluster 43

Health Sciences Career Cluster

· Nursing / Medicine Allied Health / Dentistry - Diagnostic Major 44

Human Services Career Cluster

· Early Childhood Education Major 45

· Consumer & Family Management Major 46

Information Technology Career Cluster

· Networking 47

Manufacturing Career Cluster

· Industrial Maintenance Major 48

Math/Science Career Cluster 49

Social Sciences Career Cluster 50

Transportation Career Cluster

· Automotive Technology Major 51

Clubs and Organizations 52

Athletics

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2014

COMPREHENSIVE DIPLOMA - 27 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 Comp. and 12 Comp.

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry and Pre-Calculus or Adv. Topics in Math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Foreign Language - 2 Credits: Spanish 1 & 2

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit (Basic Geometry and Basic Algebra 2 do not count toward this diploma)

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements 18 Credits

Electives 9 Credits

Total 27 Credits

STANDARD DIPLOMA - 26 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and a 4th math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and a third science credit

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements 16 Credits RECOMMEND: Computer & Technology Applications for all students

Electives 10 Credits

Total 26 Credits

Two notations: ● Students can receive a maximum of 31 credits in high school.

● Valedictorian and salutatorian are selected based on grade point average. If there is a tie for valedictorian, the valedictorian with the highest numerical average will give the graduation speech unless he/she declines and then the student with the next highest numerical GPA will give the graduation speech. They also must follow the comprehensive diploma and must take Pre-Calculus. Students must also take 3 college level courses in 2 different areas: English 100, AP Calculus, Math 116, Chemistry 105/106, Chemistry 107/108, Physics 2, US History 241, Western Civ 119, Art Survey 105, Music Appreciation 120, Education 250, Psychology 100, Wildlife Resources 2, and CISCO systems leading to A+, MSCE, or CNE certification.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 3 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization and U.S. History

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Foreign Language - 2 Credits

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2015

COMPREHENSIVE DIPLOMA - 27 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 Comp. and 12 Comp.

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry and Pre-Calculus or Adv. Topics in Math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Foreign Language - 2 Credits: Spanish 1 & 2

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit (Basic Geometry and Basic Algebra 2 do not count toward this diploma)

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements 18 Credits

Electives 9 Credits

Total 27 Credits

STANDARD DIPLOMA - 26 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and a 4th math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and a third science credit

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements - 16 Credits RECOMMEND: Computer & Technology Applications for all students

Electives 10 Credits

Total 26 Credits

Two notations: ● Students can receive a maximum of 31 credits in high school.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 3 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization and U.S. History

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Foreign Language - 2 Credits

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2016

COMPREHENSIVE DIPLOMA - 27 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 Comp. and 12 Comp.

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry and Pre-Calculus or Adv. Topics in Math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Foreign Language - 2 Credits: Spanish 1 & 2

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit (Basic Geometry and Basic Algebra 2 do not count toward this diploma)

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements 18 Credits

Electives 9 Credits

Total 27 Credits

STANDARD DIPLOMA - 26 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and a 4th math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and a third science credit

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements - 16 Credits RECOMMEND: Computer & Technology Applications for all students

Electives 10 Credits

Total 26 Credits

Two notations: ● Students can receive a maximum of 32 credits in high school.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 3 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization and U.S. History

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Foreign Language - 2 Credits

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2017

COMPREHENSIVE DIPLOMA - 27 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 Comp. and 12 Comp.

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry and Pre-Calculus or Adv. Topics in Math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Foreign Language - 2 Credits: Spanish 1 & 2

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit (Basic Geometry and Basic Algebra 2 do not count toward this diploma)

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements 18 Credits

Electives 9 Credits

Total 27 Credits

STANDARD DIPLOMA - 26 Credits

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 4 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and a 4th math

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1, and a third science credit

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization, and U.S. History

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Total Requirements - 16 Credits RECOMMEND: Computer & Technology Applications for all students

Electives 10 Credits

Total 26 Credits

Two notations: ● Students can receive a maximum of 32 credits in high school.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

English - 4 Credits: English 9, 10, 11 and 12

Math - 3 Credits: Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

Science - 3 Credits: Integrated Science, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 or Physics 1

Soc. Studies - 3 Credits: Government, Western Civilization and U.S. History

Health - ½ Credit

P.E. - ½ Credit

Foreign Language - 2 Credits

Arts Appreciation - 1 Credit

ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS

Butler County High School has articulation agreements with several post-secondary educational institutions. This allows BCHS classes to substitute for required classes at the post-secondary level. The following lists the BCHS classes and where they are accepted:

BCHS Course Bowing Green Technical College Course

Computer & Technology Applications CPU 100 Introduction to Computers

Career Networking WPP 200 Workplace Principles

Foods and Nutrition CUL 230 Basic Nutrition

Introduction to Graphic Communication IT 130 Web Site Design Production

Cisco Discovery I IT 120 Cisco Networking 1

Cisco Discovery II IT 122 Cisco Networking 2

Computer Aided Drafting & Design I DFT 122 Introduction to CAD

Computer Systems Technology ET 232 Computer Software Maintenance &

ET 234 Computer Hardware Maintenance

Daymar College

Accounting & Finance Foundations AC 111 Principles of Accounting 1

Computer & Technology Applications CIT 100 Keyboarding 1

Advanced Computer Applications CIT 144 Introduction to Microcomputing

Computer Systems Technology CIS 101 Desk Operating Systems

Medical Terminology ME 151 Medical Terminology

Relationships MG 130 Human Relations

Anatomy & Physiology ME 153 Anatomy/Physiology

English 11 EN 101 English 1

English 12 EN 102 English II

US History HI 161 US History Since 1877

Algebra II or Applied Math & Geometry MM 155 College Math

Sullivan University

Accounting & Finance Foundations ACT 101 Principles of Accounting I

Computer & Technology Applications KEY 105 Keyboarding Essentials

Word Processing WPR 101 Word Processing I

Murray State University

Ag. Communication Skills AGR 199 Contemporary Issues in Ag

Principles of Teaching Agriculture AED 104 Intro. Agriculture Education

Advanced Animal Science AGR 100 Animal Science

Ag. Structures and Design AGR 133 Field Applications in Ag

COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES WITH WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVESITY

FEES: There is a one-time application fee of $40. In addition, each course will have a minimum $200 fee and $60 textbook unless otherwise stated.

A student who takes college courses like English 100, etc. through Western Kentucky University receives 3 hours of college credit. Most colleges accept these hours as college hours except some private colleges such as Centre and Vanderbilt. Kentucky Wesleyan will accept college hours obtained in high school as elective hours and not as an English 100 course. Before enrolling in this course you may want to check with the college of your choice to make sure they accept dual credit courses.

1007- ENGLISH 100/INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE WRITING

GRADE LEVEL: 12 CREDIT: 1

FEES: WKU Dual Credit tuition and textbook cost.

PREREQUISITE: English 12, access to internet and a computer outside of class, & ACT score of 18+ in the area of English.

English 100 offers continued refinement of pupils' abilities in language arts skills. Content includes appropriate experiences in oral and written composition and the historical, cultural, and aesthetic significance of English and/or world literature. Continuing to write for a variety of purposes (e.g. to express thought and feeling, to persuade) and audiences (e.g., self and others), students attain confidence in handling the stages of the writing process. Special attention to prepare for college needs is provided in the comprehensive course, including more in-depth researching skills and more classical reading and writing experiences. Language and mechanics concerns are dealt with in the context of student writing. You will obtain 3 hours college hours at WKU at a cost of approximately $240 plus the cost of the college textbook.

1100- INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION 250

GRADE LEVEL: 12 CREDIT: 1

FEES: WKU Dual Credit tuition and textbook cost.

PREREQUISITE: Two years of foreign language, Algebra 2 (or in progress), & a 2.5 GPA and/or 21 ACT

This is the introductory course to a career in education. The student will acquire basic knowledge of teacher ethics, student diversity, curriculum, new teacher standards, and engage in observation at all three levels. Students will be required to keep an electronic portfolio that includes writing several papers on different aspects of teaching.

2015- MATH 116 – COLLEGE ALGEBRA

GRADE LEVEL: 12 CREDIT: 1

FEES: WKU Dual Credit tuition and textbook cost.

PREREQUISITE: Pre-Calculus with a C or better

This class is offered for dual credit through WKU. Students must score a minimum of 14 on a math placement exam, have at least a GPA of 3.0 and a Math ACT score of at least 18 (special acceptance is granted to high school seniors). Due to the student receiving college credit, there are fees associated with taking this class.