High School > Course Recommendations
IMPORTANT: Below is a list of courses to assist
you with planning. This is not an exhaustive list. Parents are responsible for contacting colleges for specific requirements
for admissions. Parents are responsible for ensuring their
students meet the requirement for their state as well as HLA. With diligent preparation
and planning, the below recommendations should help you build upon the basic diploma
requirements to equip a student for college. We call this Goal-Based
Education ["Goal-Based Education" audio and video workshops available
summer, 2009].
Also,
typical course descriptions, as well as
frequently asked questions, are provided for your convenience.
Due to the growing diversity of
college requirements this is now a list of recommendations. It is the parent's responsibility
to find out exactly what is required for college admissions. Of course, we are here to help.
You are not obligated to follow these descriptions or recommendations. These are
provided for informational purposes only.
You may make substitutions to course content depending on a student’s interests
and strengths.
THERE ARE MANY MORE POSSIBLE COURSES THAN JUST THOSE LISTED HERE.
Read High School
FAQ for more ideas.
(Click on course for typical description.)
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Recommended for 4-Year University Path
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Additional Electives
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English
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English I, II,
III, IV
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Business Communications
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4 Credit Min.
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Consisting of
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Journalism
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2 Yrs. World Literature
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Speech
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1 Yr. American Literature
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Study Skills
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1 Yr. British Literature
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Etymology
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African American Literature
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Creative
Writing
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ACT Prep
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Math
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Algebra I
or Math Tech
II
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Accounting
I, II, III
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4 Credit Min.
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Algebra II
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Consumer
Mathematics I, II
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Geometry
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Arithmetic
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Advanced
Algebra and Trigonometry
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Business
Math
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Statistics
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Computer
Technology
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Discrete
Mathematics with Probability
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Math
for Technology I
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Pre-Calculus
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Pre-Algebra
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Calculus
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Competency
Mathematics
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Integrated
Mathematics I, II, III
Logic
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Foundations
I, II
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Natural / Physical Sciences
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3 Credit Min.
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Biology I, II
(with Lab)
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Earth Science
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Biology for Technology
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Environmental Science (Non-AP)
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Chemistry I,
II (with Lab)
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Life Science
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Physics (with
Lab)
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Principles of Technology I, II
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Anatomy
and Physiology
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Ecology
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Geology
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Nutrition
Science
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Physical
Science
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Agriscience
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Further Explanation: Two (three) lab sciences are highly
recommended. Biology, Chemistry, Physics are all great lab sciences.
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US History
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US History
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I Credit Min.
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Social Studies
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Ancient
History
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US Government
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1 Credit Min.
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European
History
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Civics
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Modern
History
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Contemporary
Issues
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World
Geography
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Economics
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World History
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Psychology
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Sociology
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Foreign Language
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French
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American Sign Language is accepted at some colleges
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Recommend 2 Credits of Same Language
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German
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Latin
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Spanish
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Other Languages
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Visual / Performing Arts
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Art History
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Commercial
Art
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Recommend 1 Credit
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Dance
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Drafting
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General
Music
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Public
Speaking (Speech)
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Instrumental Music
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Photography
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Music History
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Music Theory
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Theater
Arts
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Visual Arts
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Vocal Music
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Economics
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Economics***
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0.5 credit min.
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Physical Education
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Any form of physical education that consists of 150 or more hours
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150 hours min.
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Health / Wellness
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Health / Wellness
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0.5 credit min.
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Electives
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Electives can be anything that is not a requirement.
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Bible, Bible History
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6 or more credits recommended for college
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Driver's
Education
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Old Testament Study, New Testament Study |
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