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Course: French 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

French I focuses on developing students' ability to communicate in French at a Novice Level. The course is primarily taught in French in order to improve comprehension skills. Students are also expected to participate fully in French and use as little English as possible. As novice language learners, students will communicate using words, phrases, and simple sentences. Students will participate in conversations on a variety of familiar topics such as their interests, family, school, and community. Assessments are aimed at determining students’ ability to communicate with the language and are focused on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Course: French 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: French I
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

French II continues to develop students’ ability to communicate using the French language with the aim of communicating at an Intermediate Low level. The course is primarily taught in French to help students continue to improve their listening and reading skills. Students are expected to communicate fully in French as well. Their communication will still consist mainly of familiar words, phrases and simple sentences. Students will be able to express their thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics. Assessments continue to focus on the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course prepares students for continued language learning in the French III Advanced course.
Course: French 3 Advanced
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: French II
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

French III Advanced focuses on communicating in French at an Intermediate level. This course also prepares students to take French IV AP. This course focuses on delivery of content through thematic units while expanding on relevant vocabulary and refining the accuracy of expression by knowing the components of language. This course begins to incorporate the 6 AP themes within the units of study and makes connections between the themes and real-world applications. The focus of this course is developing intermediate-mid proficiency. This course is held in the target language.
Course: French 4 AP
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: French III Advanced
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

French IV AP is designed to provide high school students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an introductory college course. Students will learn language structures in context and use them to convey meaning as well as explore French culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. Students will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge of the target culture, incorporate interdisciplinary topics, make cultural comparisons, and actively communicate in a variety of settings and contexts. This course is held in the target language. Students are highly encouraged to take the French Language and Culture Advanced Placement Exam for possible college credit at the conclusion of this course.
Course: Spanish 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 07, 08
Prerequisite: none

Spanish I focuses on developing students' ability to communicate using the Spanish language. The course is primarily taught in Spanish in order to improve comprehension skills. Students are also expected to participate fully in Spanish and use as little English as possible. As novice language learners, students will communicate using words, phrases, and simple sentences. Throughout the year students will participate in conversations on a variety of familiar topics such as their interests, family, school, and community. Assessments are aimed at determining students’ ability to communicate with the language and are focused on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Course: Spanish 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Spanish I focuses on developing students' ability to communicate in Spanish at a Novice Level. The course is primarily taught in Spanish in order to improve comprehension skills. Students are also expected to participate fully in Spanish and use as little English as possible. As novice language learners, students will communicate using words, phrases, and simple sentences. Throughout the year students will participate in conversations on a variety of familiar topics such as their interests, family, school, and community. Assessments are aimed at determining students’ ability to communicate with the language and are focused on listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Course: Spanish 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 8
Prerequisite: Spanish I

Spanish II continues to develop students’ ability to communicate using the Spanish language. The course is primarily taught in Spanish to help students continue to improve their listening and reading skills. Students are expected to communicate fully in Spanish as well. Their communication will still consist mainly of familiar words, phrases and simple sentences. Students will be able to express their thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics. Assessments continue to focus on the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course prepares students for continued language learning in the Spanish III Advanced course.
Course: Spanish 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish I
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Spanish II continues to develop students’ ability to communicate using the Spanish language with the aim of communicating at an Intermediate Low level. The course is primarily taught in Spanish to help students continue to improve their listening and reading skills. Students are expected to communicate fully in Spanish as well. Their communication will still consist mainly of familiar words, phrases and simple sentences. Students will be able to express their thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics. Assessments continue to focus on the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course prepares students for continued language learning in the Spanish III Advanced course.
Course: Spanish 3 Advanced
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish II
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Spanish III Advanced focuses on communicating in Spanish at an Intermediate level. This course also prepares students to take Spanish IV AP. This course focuses on delivery of content through thematic units while expanding on relevant vocabulary and refining the accuracy of expression by knowing the components of language. This course begins to incorporate the 6 AP themes within the units of study and makes connections between the themes and real-world applications. The focus of this course is developing intermediate-mid proficiency. This course is held in the target language.
Course: Spanish 4 AP
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish III Advanced
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Spanish IV AP is designed to provide high school students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an upper-intermediate college course. Students will learn language structures in context and use them to convey meaning as well as explore Spanish culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. Students will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge of the target culture, incorporate interdisciplinary topics, make cultural comparisons, and actively communicate in a variety of settings and contexts. This course is held in the target language. Students are highly encouraged to take the Spanish Language and Culture Advanced Placement Exam for possible college credit at the conclusion of this course.
Course: Spanish 5 AP
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Level IV AP
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Spanish V AP is designed to provide high school students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an introductory college course in literature written in Spanish. The course introduces students to the formal study of texts from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and U.S. Hispanic literature. Students will demonstrate proficiency in Spanish across the three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational) with special attention to critical reading and analytical writing. This course is held in the target language. Students are highly encouraged to take the Spanish Literature and Culture Advanced Placement Exam for possible college credit at the conclusion of this course.
Course: American Sign Language 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

ASL I introduces students to the language and culture of the Deaf. In this course, students will build their receptive and expressive communicative foundation. The focus of this course is developing a novice-mid proficiency. This course is conducted in ASL (without voice) a significant amount of time. Due to a shortage of qualified teachers in this area, enrollment will be limited and this course may not be available at every campus.
Course: American Sign Language 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: ASL I
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

ASL II continues to introduce the language and culture of the Deaf. In this course, students continue to develop their expressive and receptive communicative abilities. Students will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of American Deaf Culture. The focus of this course is developing a novice-high proficiency. This course is conducted in ASL (without voice) a significant amount of time. Due to a shortage of qualified teachers in this area, enrollment will be limited and this course may not be available at every campus.
Course: Chinese 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Chinese I is offered in an online format during the school day. Students will build a basic foundation of reading, listening, speaking, and writing in modern standard Mandarin Chinese. Students will be able to communicate within a variety of everyday contexts. Students will have the opportunity to interact with the Chinese culture through written dialogues and reading passages. The majority of this course is conducted in the target language. This course will be held at each campus. The offering of this course is subject to confirmed student enrollment
Course: Chinese 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Chinese I
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Chinese I is offered in an online format during the school day. Students will build a basic foundation of reading, listening, speaking, and writing in modern standard Mandarin Chinese. Students will be able to communicate within a variety of everyday contexts. Students will have the opportunity to interact with the Chinese culture through written dialogues and reading passages. The majority of this course is conducted in the target language. This course will be held at each campus. The offering of this course is subject to confirmed student enrollment
Course: Chinese 3 Advanced
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Chinese I
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Chinese III Advanced is offered in an online format during the school day. Students will further build upon the foundation of reading, listening, speaking, and writing in modern standard Mandarin Chinese. Class time is dedicated to increased focus on literacy in Chinese characters through authentic texts and exercises that promote proficiency in Chinese. The teacher and the students will interact in the target language. This course will be held at each campus. The offering of this course is subject to confirmed student enrollment.
Course: Chinese 4 AP
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Chinese III
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

AP Chinese IV is offered in an online format during the school day. AP Chinese IV is designed to provide high school students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an introductory college course. Students will learn language structures in context and use them to convey meaning as well as explore Chinese culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. Students will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge of the target culture, incorporate interdisciplinary topics, make cultural comparisons, and actively communicate in a variety of settings and contexts. This course is held in the target language. Students are highly encouraged to take the Chinese Language and Culture Advanced Placement Exam for possible college credit at the conclusion of this course. This course will be held at each campus. The offering of this course is subject to confirmed student enrollment.
Course: IB French SL Year 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Language acquisition courses are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and intercultural understanding to enable them to communicate successfully in an environment where the language studied is spoken. As a continuation of introductory language courses, students further develop their ability to communicate through the study of language, themes and texts. There are five prescribed themes: identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organization and sharing the planet. Students learn to communicate in the target language in familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
Course: IB French SL Year 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Language acquisition courses are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and intercultural understanding to enable them to communicate successfully in an environment where the language studied is spoken. As a continuation of introductory language courses, students further develop their ability to communicate through the study of language, themes and texts. There are five prescribed themes: identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organization and sharing the planet. Students learn to communicate in the target language in familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
Course: IB Spanish SL Year 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Language acquisition courses are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and intercultural understanding to enable them to communicate successfully in an environment where the language studied is spoken. As a continuation of introductory language courses, students further develop their ability to communicate through the study of language, themes and texts. There are five prescribed themes: identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organization and sharing the planet. Students learn to communicate in the target language in familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
Course: IB Spanish SL Year 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

Language acquisition courses are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and intercultural understanding to enable them to communicate successfully in an environment where the language studied is spoken. As a continuation of introductory language courses, students further develop their ability to communicate through the study of language, themes and texts. There are five prescribed themes: identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organization and sharing the planet. Students learn to communicate in the target language in familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
Course: IB Spanish HL Year 1
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

In addition to the SL course described above, the Spanish HL course expects students to develop a higher level of receptive, productive and interactive skills. The HL course will also include the study of two literary works originally written in the target language, and students are expected to extend the range and complexity of the language they use and understand in order to communicate. Students continue to develop their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, as well as their conceptual understanding of how language works, in order to construct, analyse and evaluate arguments on a variety of topics relating to course content and the target language culture(s).
Course: IB Spanish HL Year 2
Department: World Languages
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Arts and Humanities: World Languages
Graduation Requirement: World Languages

In addition to the SL course described above, the Spanish HL course expects students to develop a higher level of receptive, productive and interactive skills. The HL course will also include the study of two literary works originally written in the target language, and students are expected to extend the range and complexity of the language they use and understand in order to communicate. Students continue to develop their knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, as well as their conceptual understanding of how language works, in order to construct, analyse and evaluate arguments on a variety of topics relating to course content and the target language culture(s).
Course: AP Computer Science A
Department: Mathematics
Credits: 2.0
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1 or Advanced Computer Science 1
Graduation Requirement: Mathematics, World Languages

This course continues the study of computer programming using the Java language. Object oriented programming and class design with inheritance will be studied in depth. Students will program algorithms using arrays, lists, and 2D arrays, including searching and sorting algorithms. Social and ethical ramifications of computers in society will also be addressed. This course is intended for students who want to pursue careers in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or science. This college level course prepares students for the AP Computer Science A Exam. This course qualifies as a math credit in the first semester and a world language credit in the second semester. This is a single blocked course. This course can be used to satisfy the technology applications credit. This course counts as 2 credits and GPA is calculated accordingly.
Course: Professional Standards in Agribusiness
Department: Career Technology Education
Credits: 0.5
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Graduation Requirement: Speech
Course: Collin Dual Credit Intro to Speech Communication
Department: Speech
Credits: 0.5
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Meet eligibility requirements
Graduation Requirement: Speech

Introduces basic human communication principles and theories embedded in a variety of contexts including interpersonal, small group, and public speaking. 3 credit hours. This course satisfies the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: Debate I
Department: Elective
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
Pathway(s): Business and Industry: Advanced Journalism - Debate
Graduation Requirement: Speech

The major objective of Debate class is to train and develop students in the art of argumentation to compete in Speech Tournaments. Students have the opportunity to earn awards, as well as membership in the Forensics Honor Society, the National Forensic League (NFL). The course develops skills in argumentation, persuasion, research, audience analysis, and other life skills. Tournament participation (5-8 tournaments a year) is required. Students in Advanced Debate courses will use the course as a Tournament Prep class. Debate is a yearlong course. Students may earn up to 3 state credits for debate. Starting with the class of 2021, this course satisfies the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: Debate II
Department: Elective
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Prerequisite - Instructor Approval
Pathway(s): Business and Industry: Advanced Journalism - Debate
Graduation Requirement: Speech

The major objective of Debate class is to train and develop students in the art of argumentation to compete in Speech Tournaments. Students have the opportunity to earn awards, as well as membership in the Forensics Honor Society, the National Forensic League (NFL). The course develops skills in argumentation, persuasion, research, audience analysis, and other life skills. Tournament participation (5-8 tournaments a year) is required. Students in Advanced Debate courses will use the course as a Tournament Prep class. Debate is a yearlong course. Students may earn up to 3 state credits for debate. Starting with the class of 2021, this course satisfies the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: Debate III
Department: Elective
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Prerequisite - Instructor Approval
Pathway(s): Business and Industry: Advanced Journalism - Debate
Graduation Requirement: Speech

The major objective of Debate class is to train and develop students in the art of argumentation to compete in Speech Tournaments. Students have the opportunity to earn awards, as well as membership in the Forensics Honor Society, the National Forensic League (NFL). The course develops skills in argumentation, persuasion, research, audience analysis, and other life skills. Tournament participation (5-8 tournaments a year) is required. Students in Advanced Debate courses will use the course as a Tournament Prep class. Debate is a yearlong course. Students may earn up to 3 state credits for debate. Starting with the class of 2021, this course satisfies the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: Professional Communication
Department: Speech
Credits: 0.5
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Business and Industry: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources - Ag Mechanics, Business and Industry: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources - Animal Science OR Veterinary Assistant, Business and Industry: Architecture and Construction, Business and Industry: Business Management and Administration, Business and Industry: Financial Systems, Business and Industry: Floral Design OR Horticulture and Landscape Design, Business and Industry: Hospitality and Tourism, Business and Industry: Information Technology, Business and Industry: Marketing, Sales, and Service, Business and Industry: Sports and Entertainment Management, Public Service: Education and Training, Public Service: Government and Public Administration, Public Service: Health Science, Public Service: Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security, STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Graduation Requirement: Speech

Professional Communications (Speech) is designed to build and enhance student communication skills in both a social and professional context. These skills include nonverbal communication, listening, group communication, public speaking, and product development. Students in Professional Communications class will also learn the skills needed to be successful in the business world, such as resume writing, job interviewing protocol, and professional etiquette. Students will also develop an understanding of business structure and the process of product creation and design. This course provides practical application and hands-on experience, which aim to help students develop the necessary communication skills to be productive, successful, and positive contributors to our global society. This course fulfills the speech requirement for graduation.
Course: Advanced Public Speaking
Department: Elective
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Prereqisite: Debate I and II
Pathway(s): Business and Industry: Advanced Journalism - Debate, Business and Industry: Advanced Journalism - Public Speaking
Graduation Requirement: Speech

Advanced Public Speaking develops and refines platform-speaking skills. The main objective is training students to effectively distinguish and use extemporaneous speaking in the classroom, in social situations, in the workplace and as competitors in UIL and TFA extemporaneous speaking events. Although the emphasis will be on training for academic competitions, direct life applications of these skills are the primary goal. Starting with the class of 2021, this course satisfies the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: AVID 9th Grade (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
Department: Elective
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: AVID in 8th grade or Application
Graduation Requirement: Speech

This course prepares students in the academic middle for college eligibility and success. Students receive instruction in writing, inquiry, collaboration and reading strategies in addition to note-taking and organizational skills that are necessary for academic success. AVID students must enroll in at least one Advanced, AP, or dual credit course in addition to the AVID elective class. Tutors are provided during the AVID class to support student success in all courses. This course will satisfy the high school speech credit requirement. This course will only be offered at Memorial HS and Frisco HS for the 2023-2024 school year.
Course: AP Seminar
Department: Social Studies
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Social Studies
Graduation Requirement: Speech

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. Students will complete various assessments throughout the year to earn an Advanced Placement Exam score that may allow them to earn college credit. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate© signifying their attainment of college-level academic and research skills. In addition, students who earn a 3 or higher in four additional AP Courses will receive the AP Capstone Diploma©. Students receive a GPA weighted credit as with all other AP courses. The Exam Fee for this course $145. For further information, please consult the College Board Website: https://lp.collegeboard. org/ap-capstone. Starting with the class of 2021, this course will satisfy the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: AP Seminar: Multicultural Section
Department: Social Studies
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Social Studies
Graduation Requirement: Speech

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. This section will be utilizing a curriculum related to multicultural studies. Students will continue to select topics of interest related to the African diaspora, Latin American studies, Asian American studies, and related multicultural topics. 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 the same skills and take the same AP test whether they enroll in AP Seminar or AP Seminar: Multicultural. Therefore taking both courses during their high-school career is not allowed.) 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. Students will complete various assessments throughout the year to earn an Advanced Placement Exam score that may allow them to earn college credit. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate© signifying their attainment of college-level academic and research skills. In addition, students who earn a 3 or higher in four additional AP Courses will receive the AP Capstone Diploma©. Students receive a GPA weighted credit as with all other AP courses. Note: This course cannot be dropped until semester. The Exam Fee for this course $145. For further information, please consult the College Board Website: https://lp.collegeboard. org/ap-capstone. Starting with the class of 2021, this course will satisfy the high school speech credit requirement.
Course: UNT Now! Dual Credit Intro to Communication
Department: Speech
Credits: 0.5
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the FISD UNT Now! 2-Year Dual Credit Program
Graduation Requirement: Speech

Examination of how communication principles and skills influence our understanding of current social problems. Focus on communication and community engagement, includes experimental learning with community partners. Oral communication skills and collaborative group building skills are emphasized within the UNT Now! project-based learning programs. Worth 3 college semester credit hours. This course can be used to satisfy the speech requirement.
Course: Collin Dual Credit English 3
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: English II (when replacing English III) and meet eligibility requirements
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement, and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis. Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. This course fulfills ? credit for either English III (for 11th graders intending to take ENGL 2332 and ENGL 2333 in the 12th grade year) or English IV (for 12th graders). It should be paired with ENGL 1302 in the second semester to grant a full credit of high school English. Please note that 11th graders taking ENGL 1301 and 1302 to complete the 3rd English Credit must plan to take ENGL 2332 and ENGL 2333 to complete the fourth English credit).
Course: Collin Dual Credit Literature for Seniors
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: ENGL 1302 and meet eligibility requirements
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

A survey of world literature from the ancient world through the sixteenth century. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions. 3 credit hours. This course satisfies ? credit for the Advanced English high school credit (English IV) and should be paired with ENGL 2333 in the second semester.
Course: Collin Dual Credit Composition for Seniors
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: English III (when replacing English IV) and meet eligibility requirements
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions. Lab required. Prerequisite: ENGL 1301. 3 credit hours. This course fulfills ? credit for either English III (for 11th graders intending to take ENGL 2332 and ENGL 2333 in the 12th grade year) or English IV (for 12th graders). It should be paired with ENGL 1302 in the second semester to grant a full credit of high school English.
Course: English I
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

In English I, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate daily, engage in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing. This course will require an End of Course Exam.
Course: English I Advanced
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

English I Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of English I while providing greater depth and complexity, building foundational tools for AP coursework. This course will require an End of Course Exam.
Course: GT Humanities I/English I Advanced
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 09, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Identification for FISD Gifted/Talented Services
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

GT Humanities I / English I Advanced and GT Humanities II / AP World History are courses that combine English I Advanced with AP World History in a two-year interdisciplinary spiral. The basic content is a historical study of the commonalities of the fine arts, including literature, the visual arts, architecture, and music. Students learn and practice the craft of writing through various products, including AP style writing. Literature from a variety of world traditions is a key focus. Ninth and tenth grade students will sit in the same class while earning credit in separate courses; ninth graders will earn English I Advanced credit while tenth graders earn AP World History credit. At the conclusion of GT Humanities II, students may sit for the AP World History exam to possibly earn college credit.
Course: English II
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: English I or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

In English II, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate daily, engage in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing. This course will require an End of Course Exam.
Course: English II Advanced
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: English I or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

English II Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of English II while providing greater depth and complexity, building foundational tools for AP coursework. This course will require an End of Course Exam.
Course: English III
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: English II or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

In English III, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate daily, engage in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing.
Course: AP English Language & Composition
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: English II or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

AP English Language and Composition is an introductory college-level composition course. This course focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing, the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts, and the decisions writers make as they compose and revise. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement Exam which may earn the student college credit.
Course: English IV
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: English III or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

In English IV, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate daily, engage in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing.
Course: AP English Literature & Composition
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 12
Prerequisite: English III or equivalent
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

AP English Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level literary analysis course. This course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various time periods and engaging in close reading and critical analysis. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement Exam which may earn the student college credit.
Course: Creative and Imaginative Writing
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.5
Eligible Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: English I or equivalent
Graduation Requirement: Elective

The study of creative writing allows high school students to earn credit while developing versatility as a writer. Students demonstrate their skill in fictional writing, short stories, poetry, and drama for a variety of audiences and purposes. Students are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the recursive nature of the writing process, effectively applying the conventions of usage and the mechanics of written English, and evaluation of their own writing as well as the writing of others.
Course: Integrated Language Arts 6
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 6
Prerequisite: None

In 6th grade ILA, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate on a daily basis, engaging in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: Integrated Language Arts Advanced 6
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 6
Prerequisite: None

6th grade ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 6th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: GT Integrated Language Arts Advanced 6
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 6
Prerequisite: Identification for FISD Gifted/Talented Services

6th GT ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 6th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity in content, process, and product. Students will demonstrate skills through the development of innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity.
Course: Integrated Language Arts 7
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 7
Prerequisite: None

In 7th grade ILA, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate on a daily basis, engaging in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: Integrated Language Arts Advanced 7
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 7
Prerequisite: None

7th grade ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 7th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: GT Integrated Language Arts Advanced 7
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 7
Prerequisite: Identification for FISD Gifted/Talented Services

7th GT ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 6th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity in content, process, and product. Students will demonstrate skills through the development of innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity.
Course: Integrated Language Arts 8
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 8
Prerequisite: None

In 8th grade ILA, students strengthen knowledge and skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and thinking. Students read, write, and communicate on a daily basis, engaging in activities that build on existing comprehension skills through recursive exposure to multiple genres and types of writing. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: Integrated Language Arts Advanced 8
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 8
Prerequisite: None

8th grade ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 8th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity. Visit the Middle School ILA Pilot Program on the website for students at Cobb, Hunt, Griffin, Lawler, Maus, Pioneer Heritage, Vandeventer, and Wester.
Course: GT Integrated Language Arts Advanced 8
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 0.0
Eligible Grades: 8
Prerequisite: Identification for FISD Gifted/Talented Services

8th GT ILA Advanced engages students in learning all the essential knowledge and skills of 6th grade ILA while providing greater depth and complexity in content, process, and product. Students will demonstrate skills through the development of innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity.
Course: GT American Studies/AP English Language & Composition
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 2.0
Eligible Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Identification for FISD Gifted/Talented Services & English II
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts, Social Studies

GT American Studies combines AP Language and Composition with AP U.S. History through an interdisciplinary integration of curriculum which allows for deeper connections between the two AP courses. The course is a study of the development of the United States through the integration of history, composition, literature, writing, art, architecture, philosophy, music, and theater. The course focuses on the philosophical foundation of American thought while exploring themes of progression, reconstruction, conflict, human rights, migration, perspective, and change. GT American Studies integrates two Advanced Placement courses; therefore, the class is double blocked over the A day/B day time block. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement Exam which may earn the student college credit.
Course: AP Research
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of AP Seminar
Graduation Requirement: Elective

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. Students will complete various assessments throughout the year to earn an Advanced Placement Exam score that may allow them to earn college credit. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate© signifying their attainment of college-level academic and research skills. In addition, students who earn a 3 or higher in four additional AP Courses will receive the AP Capstone Diploma©. The Exam Fee for this course $145. For further information, please consult the College Board Website: https://lp.collegeboard.org/ap-capstonehttps://lp.collegeboard.org/ap-capstone
Course: IB Language and Literature HL Year 1
Department: Language Arts
Credits: 1.0
Eligible Grades: 11
Prerequisite: None
Pathway(s): Multidisciplinary: Language Arts
Graduation Requirement: Language Arts

The IB Language and Literature HL course focuses on the complex and dynamic nature of language. The course will explore the crucial role language plays in communication, reflecting experience and shaping the world, and the roles of individuals themselves as producers of language. Students will explore the various ways in which language choices, text types, literary forms and contextual elements all affect meaning. Through close analysis of various text types and literary forms, students will consider their own interpretations, as well as the critical perspectives of others, to explore how such positions are shaped by cultural belief systems and to negotiate meanings for texts.