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program of studies 2010 2011 1
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culpeper county public schools high school program of studies in compliance with federal laws and regulations the culpeper county school system does not discriminate on the basis of marital status race color religion political affiliation age disability gender or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities dr bobbi johnson division superintendent culpeper county public schools 450 radio lane culpeper va 22701 540 825-3677 jeffrey dietz principal culpeper county high school 14240 achievement drive culpeper va 22701 540 825-8310 roger mello principal eastern view high school 16332 cyclone way culpeper va 22701 540 825-0621 2
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table of contents superintendent s letter 4 planning your program 5 graduation requirements classes of 2011 2012 2013 6 class of 2014 and beyond 7 general information and faqs 10 germanna community college dual enrollment program 13 agriculture 14 business information technology 17 english 19 family consumer sciences 25 fine arts 26 health medical sciences 30 health physical education 31 marketing 32 mathematics 33 military science 38 mountain vista governor s school 39 science 41 social studies 45 special programs 51 technology 54 trades industry 55 world languages 56 appendix a class rank gpa 61 appendix b culpeper county public schools course list with class rank scale 62 student plan of studies worksheet 63 sample plan of study 64 notes 66 3
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culpeper county public schools office of the division superintendent 450 radio lane · culpeper virginia 22701 · tel 540 825-3677 · fax 540 829-2111 dear students parents and guardians a goal for high school students should be to have a plan for life after high school to support this goal whether it be college the military or the world of work carefully selected courses and activities can be essential components for ensuring success the purpose of the program of studies is to provide a reference for mapping a successful high school experience you will find enclosed information for assisting with decisions as students make choices for their academic career included in this book are descriptions of courses graduation requirements and general information about programs at culpeper and eastern view high schools academic advising from your guidance counselor along with the information contained within the program of studies should provide excellent assistance for very important decisions i hope you will find it to be a useful planning tool best wishes as you take advantage of all that culpeper county public schools has to offer sincerely dr bobbi f johnson superintendent 4
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planning your program the staff and administration of culpeper county endeavor to fully utilize both the expertise of its personnel and the resources of the community to offer each student a program of studies suited to preparing him or her to successfully meet the challenges awaiting each high school graduate we encourage every parent to work cooperatively with his/her child in carefully reviewing the course descriptions which follow together with assistance from our counseling personnel we will all carefully plan which courses his/her child should take to both satisfactorily meet state graduation requirements and provide the student with a worthwhile and challenging educational experience the scheduling process is one that takes months to complete and which strives to fulfill over fifteen thousand individual requests because of class size limitations and a limitation on the number of classes that can be offered we cannot guarantee that every request can be fulfilled or that changes in a student schedule can be made once a schedule is agreed upon by the parent and student it is our goal to help each student meet academic success this course description booklet provides information to help you plan your 4-year high school program graduation requirements are listed in the front of the book prepare yourself well for college or a high quality vocational program and take the appropriate courses to meet entrance requirements our guidance office and career center can provide you with additional information about college entrance requirements career and technical institutes college catalogs computer programs and on-line help as you make course selections we strongly advise you to seek advice from your parents your counselor your teachers and community members and leaders to make the most informed decisions take the most challenging curriculum you can successfully handle the transcript is the cornerstone of the college admissions packet if you take english mathematics science and social studies every year of high school including at least one ap or honors course then you are well on your way to success 5
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class of 2011 2012 2013 graduation requirements state of virginia advanced studies diploma 24 standard units 9 verified units of credit students must earn 24 standard units of credit including nine verified credits as outlined below standard units verified of credits credits required required explanation and clarifications mathematics 4 credits at or above the level of algebra i and shall include at least 4 course selections from among algebra i geometry algebra ii or above algebra ii laboratory science 4 credits must be earned in 3 different disciplines from among earth science biology chemistry or physics social studies 4 credits shall include u.s history u.s government and 2 credits from world geography world history i world history ii or ap european history foreign language 3 credits of one language or 2 credits each of two languages electives includes academics fine arts and career and technical education disciplines english 4 2 mathematics 4 2 laboratory science 4 2 history and social studies 4 2 foreign language 3 health physical education 2 fine or practical arts 1 electives 2 student selected tests 1 total 24 9 standard diploma 22 standard units 6 verified units of credit students must earn 22 standard units of credit including six verified credits as outlined below standard units of credit required verified credits required disciplines explanation and clarifications mathematics 3 credits at or above the level of algebra i and shall include at least 2 course selections from among algebra i geometry algebra ii or above algebra ii laboratory science 3 credits from at least 2 different science disciplines earth science biology chemistry or physics social studies 3 credits shall include u.s history u.s government and 1 credits from world geography world history i world history ii or ap european history electives includes academics fine arts and career and technical education courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives english 4 2 mathematics 3 1 laboratory science 3 1 history and social studies 3 1 health physical education 2 fine or practical arts 1 electives 6 student selected tests 1 total 22 6 6
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class of 2014 and beyond advanced studies diploma 26 standard units 9 verified units of credit students must earn 26 standard units of credit including nine verified credits as outlined below standard units verified of credits credits required required explanation and clarifications mathematics courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least three different course selections from among algebra i geometry algebra ii or other mathematics courses above the level of algebra ii laboratory science courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course selections from at least three different science disciplines from among earth sciences biology chemistry or physics or completion of the sequence of science courses required for the international baccalaureate diploma history and social sciences courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include u.s and virginia history u.s and virginia government and two courses in either world history or geography or both foreign language courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include three years of one language or two years of two languages student selected test in addition to sol tests students may utilize additional tests for earning verified credit in computer science technology career or technical education economics or other areas as prescribed by the board in 8 vac 20-131-110 disciplines english 4 2 mathematics 4 2 laboratory science 4 2 history and social sciences 4 2 foreign language 3 health physical education 2 fine or practical arts 1 economics pers finance 1 electives 3 student selected tests 1 total 26 9 advanced technical diploma 26 standard units 9 verified units of credit students must earn 26 standard units of credit including nine verified credits as outlined below standard units verified of credits credits required required explanation and clarifications mathematics courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least three different course selections from among algebra i geometry algebra ii or other mathematics courses above the level of algebra ii laboratory science courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course selections from at least three different science disciplines from among earth sciences biology chemistry or physics or completion of the sequence of science courses required for the international baccalaureate diploma history and social sciences courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include u.s and virginia history u.s and virginia government and two courses in either world history or geography or both foreign language courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include three years of one language or two years of two languages economics technical education if a career concentration includes a specific assessment approved by the board and the student is eligible to take the assessment then the student must take this assessment student selected test in addition to sol tests tests students may utilize additional tests for earning verified credit in computer science technology career or technical education economics or other areas as prescribed by the board in 8 vac 20-131-110 disciplines english 4 2 mathematics 4 2 laboratory science 4 2 history and social sciences 4 2 foreign language 3 health physical education 2 fine or practical arts 1 economics pers finance 1 career tech education 3 student selected tests 1 total 26 9 7
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standard diploma 22 standard units 9 verified units of credit explanation and clarifications students must earn 22 standard units of credit including six verified credits as outlined below standard units of credit required 4 3 3 3 2 2 1 4 22 verified credits required 2 1 1 1 mathematics courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two different course selections from among algebra geometry algebra i functions and data analysis algebra iior other mathematics courses above the level of algebra ii laboratory science courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course selections from at least two different science disciplines earth sciences biology chemistry or physics or completion of the sequence of science courses required for the international baccalaureate diploma history and social sciences courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include u.s and virginia history u.s and virginia government and one course in either world history or geography or both electives includes academics fine arts and career and technical education courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives as required by the standards of quality student selected tests in addition to sol tets students may utilize additional tests for earning verified credit in computer science technology career and technical education economics or other areas as prescribed by the board in 8 vac 20-131-110 foreign language fine arts or career and technical education credits earned for this requirement shall include one credit in fine or performing arts or career and technical education disciplines english mathematics laboratory science history and social sciences health physical education foreign lang fine or career tech education economics pers finance electives student selected tests total 1 6 standard technical diploma 22 standard units 9 verified units of credit students must earn 22 standard units of credit including six verified credits as outlined below standard units of credit required verified credits required 2 1 1 1 explanation and clarifications mathematics courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include at least three different course selections from among algebra geometry algebra functions and data analysis or algebra ii or other mathematics courses above the level of algebra ii laboratory science courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include course selections from at least three different science disciplines earth sciences biology chemistry or physics or completion of the sequence of science courses required for the international baccalaureate diploma history and social sciences courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include u.s and virginia history u.s and virginia government and one course in either world history or geography or both career and technical education courses completed to satisfy this requirement must include a career concentration as approved by the board if a career concentration includes a specific assessment approved by the board and the student is eligible to take the assessment then the student must take this assessment electives includes academics fine arts and career and technical education courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives as required by the standards of quality student selected tests in addition to sol tests students may utilize additional tests for earning verified credit in computer science technology career and technical education economics or other areas as prescribed by the board in 8 vac 20-131-110 disciplines english 4 mathematics 3 laboratory science 3 history and social sciences 3 health physical education 2 fine arts or foreign language 1 economics pers finance 1 career tech education 4 electives 1 student selected tests total 22 1 6 8
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modified standard diploma 20 standard units of credit every student shall be expected to pursue a standard diploma standard technical diploma advanced studies diploma or advanced technical diploma the modified standard diploma program is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have a disability and are unlikely to meet the credit requirements for a standard diploma eligibility and participation in the modified standard diploma program shall be determined by the student s individualized education program iep team including the student where appropriate at any point after the student s eighth grade year students must earn 20 standard units of credit including nine verified credits as outlined below standard units of credits disciplines required english 4 mathematics 3 science 2 history and social sciences 2 health physical education 2 fine arts or career technical ed 1 electives 6 total 20 sol tests required 371 or better on 8th grade reading 344 or better on 8th grade math 9
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general information how do i plan for my future students will develop a plan of studies in consultation with their parents/guardians and their counselor this plan should include the courses necessary to prepare the student for continued education or entry into the work force or military employers evaluate applicants on many criteria including academic skills technical knowledge and expertise attendance records and leadership roles held students are encouraged to take a solid course of studies in the core areas as well as career and technical education courses to prepare themselves for their future what are competitive colleges looking for in an applicant each college has its own admissions criteria but generally colleges evaluate the application based on the student transcript sat or act test scores student essays and letters of recommendation colleges are looking for students with a strong academic record and colleges expect students to take a rigorous course of studies while in high school the more selective the college the more important it is to have advanced level courses such as advanced placement and dual enrollment it is important to remember that all high school courses will be shown on the transcript and will affect the student s grade point average however colleges will be basing their admissions decision primarily on the strength advanced levels of the core courses of english math science social studies and world languages what is block scheduling block scheduling is an arrangement of the school day into four 90-minute blocks the school year is divided into fall and spring terms with students taking four different courses each term or eight courses in a year with a few exceptions how many classes do i have to take all students shall maintain a full-day schedule of classes unless 1 the student is enrolled in a cooperative work/apprenticeship program or 2 the superintendent and principal grants the 11th or 12th grade student a waiver how is class rank gpa computed class rank is calculated three times during a student s high school career at the beginning of their senior year after the first term of the senior year and again prior to graduation the method used to calculate weighted gpa and class rank is based on the weighted scale in appendix a only the classes a student takes from 9th grade through 12th grade will be included in the calculation of gpa and class rank if a student takes a math course at or above algebra i a foreign language or world geography in 7th or 8th grade these classes will not be included in the calculation for gpa and class rank class rank will only be reported in percentage bands top 5 top 10 etc specific questions about particular situations should be addressed to the student s counselor what happens if i drop a high school course any courses dropped on or before the first 15 days of instruction will not appear on the high school transcript any courses dropped after this period will result in a grade of w students wishing to have 8th grade classes removed from their transcript must notify guidance in writing prior to the beginning of their 10th grade year how can i graduate early with parental permission rising juniors who have completed at least 14 credits and all sol requirements up to that point may request permission for early graduation any student interested in pursuing the early graduation option must complete an application and submit letters to the principal from the student and the parent explaining why the student would like to graduate early if a student is attempting to graduate a year early during the first semester he or she is considered a junior the student will not be moved to senior status until he or she has successfully completed the required 11th grade courses including but not limited to english 11 and u.s history 10
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how many classes do i have to pass to move to the next grade to move from ninth 9th to tenth 10th grade a student must have earned five 5 credits three 3 of which must be core classes core classes are defined as classes in english math science and social studies to move from tenth 10th to eleventh 11th grade a student must have earned eleven 11 credits six 6 of which must be core classes to move from eleventh 11th to twelfth 12th grade a student must have earned enough credits to enable him or her to graduate by june of that school year when can i make schedule changes the student benefits from a well-planned schedule which addresses individual needs and does not require later adjustment that might disrupt the learning process commitments for staff textbooks and supplies are made based upon the courses selected and therefore schedule changes are discouraged how do you schedule classes the master schedule is developed to maximize each student s opportunity to take at least one course at the appropriate level in english social studies mathematics science classics/modern language physical education and fine arts/career and technical seniors are given priority in the scheduling process followed in order by juniors sophomores and freshmen in some cases students will not be able to be scheduled for every course they would like to take this situation may occur when students are trying to take courses out of the typical sequence or when they are trying to take six major courses such as doubling up in foreign language science etc when these situations are encountered students should consult with their counselor and/or the appropriate instructional team leader to help make their final selection failure to indicate alternate choices during the scheduling process will result in choices being made for the student what are standards of learning sol tests sol tests at the end of certain courses determine whether the student receives a verified credit sol tests are given in the following subjects english 11 writing english 11 reading algebra i geometry algebra ii earth science biology chemistry world history i world history ii va u.s history how do i know in what building a class will be held all courses will be held in each high school unless noted underneath the course description all courses are open to every student regardless of what location the classes are held building cchs evhs lfcc cms gwcp ccctc culpeper county high school eastern view high school lord fairfax community college culpeper middle school george washington carver piedmont culpeper county cosmetology training center 11
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what kind of seals and other special recognition may i receive graduation diploma seals of achievement students meeting specific requirements for graduation and demonstrating exemplary performance may receive diploma seals for recognition vdoe makes available to local school divisions the following seals governor s seal awarded to students who complete the requirements for an advanced studies diploma with an average grade of b or better and successfully complete college-level coursework that will earn the student at least nine transferable college credits in advanced placement ap international baccalaureate ib cambridge or dual enrollment courses board of education seal awarded to students who complete the requirements for a standard diploma or advanced studies diploma with an average grade of a beginning with the ninth-grade class of 2006-2007 and beyond board of education s career technical education seal awarded to students who earn a standard or advanced studies diploma and complete a prescribed sequence of courses in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that they choose and maintain a b or better average in those courses or pass an examination or an occupational competency assessment in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that confers certification or occupational competency credential from a recognized industry trade or professional association or acquire a professional license in that career and technical education field from the commonwealth of virginia the board of education shall approve all professional licenses and examinations used to satisfy these requirements board of education s advanced mathematics technology seal awarded to students who earn either a standard or advanced studies diploma and satisfy all of the mathematics requirements for the advanced studies diploma four units of credit including algebra ii two verified units of credit with a b average or better and either pass an examination in a career and technical education field that confers certification from a recognized industry or trade or professional association or acquire a professional license in a career and technical education field from the commonwealth of virginia or pass an examination approved by the board that confers college-level credit in a technology or computer science area the board of education shall approve all professional licenses and examinations used to satisfy these requirements board of education s excellence in civics education seal awarded to students who meet each of the following four criteria satisfy the requirement to earn a standard diploma or an advanced studies diploma complete virginia united states history and virginia united states government courses with a grade of b or higher complete 50 hours of voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities such as volunteering for a charitable or religious organization that provides services to the poor sick or less fortunate participating in boy scouts girl scouts or similar youth organizations participating in junior reserve officer training corps jrotc participating in political campaigns government internships boys state girls state or model general assembly and participating in school-sponsored extracurricular activities that have a civics focus any student who enlists in the united states military prior to graduation will be deemed to have met this community service requirement have good attendance and no disciplinary infractions as determined by local school board policies local school divisions may award other diploma seals or awards for exceptional academic cte citizenship or other exemplary performance in accordance with criteria defined by the local school board the design production and use of those seals is the responsibility of the local school boards awarding the seal 12
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steps for dual enrollment step 1 discuss dual enrollment with your high school guidance counselor as your are considering your courses for your junior or senior year obtain permission from your high school to enroll in dual enrollment those students applying to the nursing program require additional paperwork please see your h.s counselor for more information completed steps discuss dual enrollment with your hs guidance counselor obtain permission from hs to enroll in dual enrollment courses complete gcc application for admission take placement test at your high school or provide sat/act scores register for classes at your hs by deadline submit gcc registration form to your high school pay de tuition to the high school college s homepage http www.germanna.edu upper right side once you click on logo carefully read what my gcc is then click on mygcc login then you will see new to your step 2 complete the application for admissions by the deadistance learningine apply online http www.germanna.edu at germanna community college homepage once on homepage click on apply online at the top of page then click on the http apply.vcs.edu address which is under how do i create my temp login paper applications are available at all high schools when completing the application be sure to select germanna as the college you will be asked to select your level of high school education and asked to enter your anticipated date of graduation from high school you will receive a student id number once your application is complete please print full application when complete for your record parents must sign the certification section on page two of the application for admission if the student is under age 18 we recommend that you complete the application for in-state tuition section with a parent or guardian present note students who have previously taken dual enrollment courses through germanna do not need to complete another gcc application for admissions but must complete the registration form students who have dual enrolled in another vccs college or plan to dual enroll in two colleges will need to complete a separate application for each college if you experience difficulty when completing the on-line application please contact gcc s admissions college lookup user name set password step 4 register for classes at your high school by the deadistance learningine the high school counseling/guidance office will provide the germanna community college registration form to you you must submit your gcc registration form to your high school the high school counselor will notify you of the deadistance learningine meeting all deadistance learningines is the student s responsibility step 5 your high school will be collecting tuition for de at the beginning of each semester fall and spring check with your high school for tuition amount and tuition due date grading information to access your germanna community college de grades please go to my gcc remember that you are developing a permanent college academic record it is your responsibility to complete all course requirements and to be aware of all important deadistance learningines which will be listed in your course outline students must earn a c or better in the first course of a two-semester sequential course to continue in the second course in the sequence for example a student must earn a c or better in english composition i/eng 111 to continue in english composition ii/eng 112 students should also be advised that grades lower than c may negatively affect the transferability of those credits to other colleges and universities final transcripts should be requested through germanna community college admissions records office http www.germanna.edu/admissions/forms.asp records office locust grove campus at 540 423-9132 or tty 540 727-3209 or the fredericksburg area campus at 540 8913023 or tty 540 710-2059 if you have a question regarding tuition course content or qualifications for taking the course please contact your high school guidance office step 3 take the college placement test administered at the high school or submit qualifying sat or act scores for sample placement test please go to www.act.org/compass/tests you are required to have your germanna student identification number 7 digits to take a placement test to lookup your number click on my gcc logo at germanna community 13
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agriculture agriculture cooperative internship 679982 grade 11 12 credit 1 prerequisite two years of agricultural education classes and be currently enrolled in ag program this course is an on-the-job training program for students interested in working in agriculture in order to earn the credit students must pass both the classroom portion of the course as well as work successfully on a supervised job site continuously with the same employer until the end of the school year and with a minimum of 396 hours 15 hours a week leadership is taught through participation in the ffa program agricultural mechanization sale and services grade 11 12 credit 1 801810 prerequisite successful completion of agricultural power and equipment students will be introduced into the marketing world of agricultural business studies will consist of product information consumer needs sales and services and other marketing strategies students will also develop their wood and metal working skills and small engine repair knowledge leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 location cchs agmechanics option introduction to animal science grade 9 12 credit 1 800810 advanced agriculture mechanization 802010 students will develop knowledge about a variety of animal science issues focal points will be on large livestock breeds origin characteristics etc students will also be exposed to basic wood and metal working skills leadership development is taught through the ffa class fee is $25 or grade 12 credit 1 prerequisite successful completion of agricultural mechanization sales and service students develop human relations and leadership skills and study management accounting and agricultural law as they combine classroom learning and cooperative work experience in a wide variety of agricultural businesses studies will include enhancing wood and metalworking and small engine mechanics leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 introduction to plant science grade 9 12 credit 1 800610 location cchs this course combines teacher led instruction with hands on work with real projects students will be responsible for growing a variety of bedding plants there will be opportunities for students to explore wood and metalworking aquaculture and horticulture leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 horticulture option introduction to plant science grade 9 12 credit 1 800610 agricultural power and equipment 801610 grade 10 12 credit 1 prerequisite successful completion of intro to animal science or intro to plant science students become more proficient in animal plant and soil sciences agricultural management will be introduced emphasis on agricultural mechanics such as wood and metalworking and basic small engines leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 this course combines teacher led instruction with hands on work with real projects students will be responsible for growing a variety of bedding plants there will be opportunities for students to explore wood and metalworking aquaculture and horticulture leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 horticulture science and practices 803410 grade 10 12 credit 1 prerequisite successful completion of intro to plant science students focus will be on the horticulture industry basic greenhouse practices and plant sciences studies will include the economic impact of horticulture on local and state government leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 location cchs location cchs 14
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horticulture science and practices de hrt 110 gcc de8034 grade 11 12 credit 1 prerequisite successful completion of intro to plant science this college level course allows dedicated serious students to earn college credit from germanna and high school credit at the same time students focus will be on the horticulture industry basic greenhouse practices and plant sciences studies will include the economic impact of horticulture on local and state government leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa parents are advised that they will have to pay germanna tuition but in return successful students earn 1 high school credit in horticulture science and 3 credits from gcc class fee is $25 parents are advised that they will have to pay the gcc tuition but in return successful students will earn 1 high school credit in horticulture science and 3 credits from gcc small animal care 808310 grade 10 12 credit 1 prerequisite successful completion of intro to animal science this course will teach students how to care and manage small animals focusing on instructional areas in animal health nutrition management reproduction evaluation and when applicable showmanship course content also includes instruction in the tools equipment and facilities for small animal care and provides activities to foster business management and leadership development leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 location cchs veterinary assistant i grade 11 12 credit 1 prerequisite small animal care or equine 831010 floral design i 805510 grade level 11 or 12 prerequisite successful completion of horticultural science this course offers an expanded study of floral design which was begun in the horticulture sciences course course content covers career opportunities floral design foundations design applications and the marketing of floral products specific design styles to be examined include mass mass-line line vase wedding balloon holiday and personal-adornment arrangements the course also emphasizes leadership activities and opportunities to participate in ffa events class fee us $25 this course will be focusing on areas such as veterinary medicine animal identification clinic safety and procedures students will be enhancing their animal care knowledge and putting it into real life activities there will be an emphasis on communication and basic office procedures leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 veterinary assistant i de brcc grade 11 12 credit 1 prerequisite small animal care or equine de8095 location cchs greenhouse production and management grade 11 12 credit 1 803510 prerequisite successful completion of horticultural sciences students will focus on species identification physiology and anatomy landscape design installation and maintenance greenhouse care and maintenance and marketing strategies and their impact on a business leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 this course will be focusing on areas such as veterinary medicine animal identification clinic safety and procedures students will be enhancing their animal care knowledge and putting it into real life activities there will be an emphasis on communication and basic office procedures leadership training and activities will be provided through the ffa class fee is $25 parents are advised that they will have to pay the brcc tuition but in return successful students will earn 1 high school credit in vet assistant and 3 credits from brcc location cchs veterinary assistant ii veterinary sciences option introduction to animal science grade 9-12 credit 1 800810 831110 grade 12 credit 1 prerequisite veterinary assistant i recommended c or better in veterinary assistant i this course is designed to increase the student s skills and knowledge in veterinary procedures through hands on instruction the student may select the cooperative education work program by securing work in an animal facility the ffa organization will allow for leadership activities class fee is $25 students will develop knowledge about a variety of animal science issues focal points will be on large livestock breeds origin characteristics etc students will also be exposed to basic wood and metal working skills leadership development is taught through the ffa class fee is $25 15
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