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COURSE
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Fort Lauderdale High School

 1 Visual Arts

CONTENTS
TABLE OF
2 Career & Technical

3 Cyber Security

4 Marketing

5-6 Music

7 Performing Arts

8-9 Personal Development

10 Physical Education & JROTC

11-12 Pre-Law

13 World Language

14-16 English

17-20 Math

21-23 Science

24-27 Social Studies

Course Progressions:
Cambridge (pg. 28-32)
Career & Technical (pg. 33)
28-34 Science (pg. 34 & 35)
Math (pg. 36-38)
English (pg. 39)
Social Studies (pg. 40)
 VISUAL ARTS
AICE Media Studies AS (Grades 10 – 12)
Through the study of and making of film, learners develop an understanding and
appreciation of the role media plays in our everyday lives. Activities are hands on and
student-centered.

AICE Media Studies A (Grades 11 – 12)

Students build on the skills learned in AS Media Studies. Students study contemporary
media issues and create short films in varying styles. Prerequisite: AICE Media Studies AS
Level.

Advanced Placement Studio Art 2D & 3D (Grades 11 – 12)

This course encourages the creative and systematic investigation of formal and
conceptual issues and emphasizes making art as an ongoing process. Students develop
technical skills and become independent thinkers through art making.
Prerequisites for AP Studio Art: 2D - Drawing and Painting I, II and Portfolio I.
Prerequisites for AP Studio Art: 3D - Ceramics I, II, and Sculpture I.

Drawing and Painting I (Grades 9 - 12)

This is an introductory course to the drawing and painting media and the components of
good composition. Lab Fee of $5

Drawing and Painting II (Grades 10 – 12)

An intermediate course where students develop and refine technical skills and create 2-D
compositions with a variety of media in drawing and painting. Prerequisite: Drawing and
Painting 1. Lab Fee of $5

Ceramics I (Grades 9 – 12)

This is an introductory course in ceramics. The class focuses on teaching students a
variety of handson building techniques using clay. Students learn to build functional and
decorative ceramic pieces. Lab fee of $10

Ceramics II (Grades 10-12)

An advanced ceramics class for students who are interested in learning how to throw clay
on a potter’s wheel. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1. Lab fee of $10

Sculpture I (Grades 9-12)

Students explore how space, mass, balance, and form combine to create aesthetic forms
or utilitarian products and structures. Media may include, but are not limited to, clay,
wood, plaster, and paper maché with consideration of the workability, durability, cost,
and toxicity of the media used.

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 CAREER & TECHNICAL

Culinary Arts I (Grades 9 – 10)

This course is designed for students who wish to study and develop competence in career
and job opportunities, basic food skills, personal productivity and safe, secure and sanitary
wo rk procedures. Additional topics include the study of operational systems, recipes,
commercial tools and equipment, principles of nutrition, front-of-the-house duties, back-
of-the house duties and food and beverage preparation.

Culinary Arts II, III (Honors) & IV (Honors) (Grades 10 – 12)

Students will continue to develop competence in skills learned in Culinary Arts I with
additional lab time and participation in competitions. Industry Certification Exams
included in the program at these levels.

Fashion Essentials
This is the introductory class in the fashion program. Designed to develop competence in
the areas of the fashion industry

Fashion Applications
This course introduces students to the terminology of the fashion industry, garment
construction skills, sales techniques, and entrepreneurship.

Fashion Marketing Management

Students will learn the effects of history and culture on design, sketching and freehand
drawing, the use of technology in the fashion industry, recognition of clothing needs for
special populations, a nd the creation of an original pattern

Fashion Design Specialist Honors (Grade 12 Only)

This course focuses on five specialty areas of Fashion Technology and Design Services:
Window Display, Fashion Design Assistant, Tailor’s Assistant, Personal Shopper, and Stylist.
Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator. Prerequisites: Design Services Core, Principles of
Fashion Design and Pattern Design Techniques.
Note: Class Fee is required for this class.

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 CYBER SECURITY

IT Fundamentals Course (9th Grade)

This course introduces students to the essential concepts, components, terminology, and
knowledge about computers, computer systems, peripherals, and networks. This course
will serve as an intro to technology, networking, computer hardware repair, programming
basics, and cyber education to peak the interests of students considering a career in the
field of Information Technology and Cyber Security.

Computer and Network Security Fundamentals (10th Grade)

This course introduces students to cybersecurity and provides them with essential
computer and networking knowledge and skills, particularly those related to
cybersecurity. This course is part of the Applied Cybersecurity curriculum framework.

Cybersecurity Essentials (11th Grade)

This course provides students with insight into the many variations of vulnerabilities,
attack mechanisms, intrusion detection systems, and some methods to mitigate
cybersecurity risks, including certificate services and cryptographic systems. This course
is part of the Applied Cybersecurity curriculum framework

Operational Cybersecurity (12th Grade)

This course provides students with insight into the many ways in which computer
systems can be secured, countermeasures implemented, and risk assessment performed.
This course is part of the Applied Cybersecurity curriculum framework.

International AS Level Information Technology

This course encourages learners to meet the needs of Higher Education courses in
Information Technology as well as employers. This class encourages learners to become
effective and discerning users of IT. It will help students to develop a broad range of IT
skills, knowledge and understanding. Learners study the structure and use of IT systems
within a wide range of organizations, including the use of a variety of computer networks.
As a result, learners gain an understanding of IT system life cycles, and how these affect
the workplace. This exam satisfies the Math and Science (Group 1) requirement of the
Cambridge Diploma.

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 MARKETING
Marketing Essentials (Grade 9)
This is the first course in marketing that introduces students to the concept of service as
a critical component of a hospitality or tourism business.
DECA & Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Industry Certifications:
Entrepreneur and Small Business & Quick Books

Marketing Applications (Grades 9 – 10)

Students learn about traveler’s motivation, consumer needs, and how these factors affect
current offerings in the lodging, transportation, food and beverage, and entertainment
sectors. DECA & Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Industry Certifications:
Entrepreneur and Small Business & Quick Books

Marketing Management (Grades 11- 12)

Students become familiar with each phase of marketing and with strategies to build
business and brand equity, for both large-scale operations and smaller businesses.
DECA & Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Industry Certifications:
Entrepreneur and Small Business & Quick Books

Business Ownership (Grades 12)

This course introduces students to the skills and knowledge required in the event
planning profession. Topics include aligning events with client goals, budgeting and
bidding, sustainable practices, venue selection and management, personnel
considerations, marketing, and sports sponsorship. DECA & Business Professionals of
America (BPA) and Industry Certifications: Entrepreneur and Small Business & Quick
Books

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 MUSIC
Band I
Entry-level class designed for students having little or no previous band experience with
woodwind, brass and/or percussion instruments. Students will learn to play band
instruments and participate in the music program.

Band II & III

Intermediate band class for students who have limited experience playing wind
instruments. Students in this class will participate in the music program throughout the
year. Performances are required. Prerequisite: Band I

Band IV & V Honors

Advanced band class for students who have 3+ years of experience playing wind
instruments. Students in this class will participate in the music program extensively.
Performances are required. Recommendation from FLHS band director is required to be
enrolled in this course.

Eurhythmics I & II
This course is designed for students who wish to participate in dance, flag, and baton
teams during the school year. Students will perform routines throughout the year
including marching season, parades, and small ensembles.

Guitar I
This class is designed for students with little or no experience to develop basic guitar
skills and knowledge. Concepts covered will include simple and full-strum chords, bass
lines and lead sheets, barre and power chords, foundational music literacy and theory,
major scales, simple fingerpicking patterns, and ensemble skills for a variety of music.

Guitar II & III

These classes are designed for students with previous experience who wish to strengthen
their guitar skills and knowledge. The course adds a variety of chords, refines
fingerpicking and strumming patterns, as well as reading notation and learning left-hand
technique. Guitarists readily use tablature and standard notation to study the work of
significant musicians and develop significant self-assessment skills.

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 MUSIC
Instrumental Techniques I & II
Class for students who wish to learn and/or extend their learning on percussion
instruments. Participation in the full marching and concert bands is required.

Jazz Ensemble
Students will learn advanced jazz band performance techniques throughout the school
year. Recommendation for this course is by Band Director only. Additional after school
rehearsals and performances is required.

Keyboard I, II & III

This course is for students who wish to learn to play the piano. Students will learn how to
read music and perform on piano-based instruments.

Vocal Ensemble I
In this advanced choral course, students will learn higher-level vocal performance
techniques. Throughout the year additional rehearsals outside the school day will be
required. This course will require student participation at performances beyond the
school day.

Music of the World

Students in this course will study music of various decades, cultures around the world,
and from multiple mediums (ex: music used in movies). No performances are required to
participate in this course.

Music Technology and Sound Engineering I & II

Students will explore the fundamental applications and tools of music technology and
sound engineering. Students will create their own songs using programs like GarageBand
and Finale.

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 PERFORMING ARTS
Theater I (Grades 9-12)
This course is designed for students with little or no theatre experience and promotes
enjoyment and appreciation for all aspects of theater. Classwork focuses on the
exploration of theater literature, performance, historical and cultural connections, and
technical requirements. Improvisation, creative dramatics, and beginning scene work are
used to introduce students to acting and character development.

Theater II, III, IV and Pre-AICE Drama (Grades 10-12)

This course is designed for students with significant experience in theater, and promotes
depth of engagement and lifelong appreciation for theater through a broad spectrum of
teacher-assigned and self-directed study and performance. Students regularly reflect on
aesthetics and issues related to and addressed through theater, and create within various
aspects of theater in ways that are progressively more innovative. Students assemble a
portfolio that showcases a significant body of work representing personal vision and
artistic growth over time. Prerequisite: Theater I and following the progression.

AICE Drama AS Level (Grades 10 – 12)

Students will explore, interpret and analyze several dramatic texts in a performance
context. The students will develop dramatic skills and apply those skills to an original play
and a published text.

AICE Drama A Level (Grades 11 – 12)

Students will explore, interpret and analyze several dramatic texts in a performance
context. The students will develop dramatic skills and apply those skills to an original play
and a published text. Prerequisite: AICE Drama AS Level

TV Production 1, 2, & 3
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as television
production operators, television broadcast technicians, camera operators, other
professional/para-professional technicians, video recording engineers, and audio
recording engineers.

Dance Techniques I – III

Students learn foundational skills in two or more dance styles and then focus on
developing the aesthetic quality of movement in the ensemble and as an individual.

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 PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Personal Career and Social Development (Grades 9 – 12)
This course provides students with an opportunity to experience success in school and
improve attitudes and behaviors towards learning, self, school, and community. Note: This
is a paired class.

Peer Counseling, I – IV (.5 Credit Course Each)

This course enables students to develop basic knowledge and skills in communication,
meeting human needs, and conflict resolution.

Peers as Partners in Learning (Grades 9 – 12)

This course is designed to provide reciprocal academic and social benefits to students
with disabilities and their peers without disabilities. Students enrolled in this course will
learn and apply knowledge and skilled practices in the areas of academic engagement,
communication, social barriers, leadership, problem solving, and other disability-related
topics such as historical perspectives, inclusion, Universal Design for Learning, person-
first language, presumed competence, social justice for minority populations, and media
representation of diverse people. Prerequisite: None Leadership skills development

Local Honors and Leadership Techniques Local Honors (Grades 10-12)

The Leadership courses teach organizational and leadership techniques to student
leaders. The focus is on learning the skills necessary to lead groups into achieving
specified goals and objectives. Special projects in and out of school, along with school-
wide issues are used to provide field experiences for students to develop their leadership
skills. Different leadership styles are explored so that students can find the techniques
that work best for them. Students will gain experience working collaboratively with peers,
staff and community members. Students are expected to be present at in school and out
of school activities throughout the school year. Note: Interview and Application Required

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 PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT

Latinos In Action (LIA) (Grades 10 -12)

LIA is designed to empower youth to lead and strengthen their communities through
college and career readiness. LIA students engage in three evidenced-based, core
components during class time: college and career readiness curriculum, leadership
development, and literacy training. LIA students serve as role models, mentors, and
literacy tutors for neighboring elementary school students.
SLS (Grades 11 and 12) Students must have a 2.5 GPA or higher This course serves as an
introduction to Broward College. It assists students in coping with challenges of college
life, clarifying their goals, learning strategies and skills that will help them succeed in
college and life. Topics covered include test-taking, note-taking, listening skills, memory
techniques, academic regulations, ideas for wellness, understanding of diversity and
career issues that face college students. Students will earn a Broward College Credit
with successful completion of this course.

Student Life Skills (SLS) (Grades 11 and 12)

Students must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
This course serves as an introduction to Broward College. It assists students in coping
with challenges of college life, clarifying their goals, learning strategies and skills that
will help them succeed in college and life. Topics covered include: test-taking, note-
taking, listening skills, memory techniques, academic regulations, ideas for wellness,
understanding of diversity and career issues that face college students. Students will
earn a Broward College Credit with successful completion of this course.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HOPE - Physical Education Variation

This class develops and enhances healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices,
student health and fitness.

AICE Physical Education

This course is both practical and theoretical, covering anatomy and physiology,
movement skills and contemporary studies in sport. Students are encouraged to try out
a range of physical activities, including team and individual sports, games, and outdoor
activities and incorporate the theory they learn. AICE Physical Education counts as
either a group 1- Science or Group 3- Humanities for Cambridge Diploma.

Team Sports I – II
Provides students with knowledge of strategies of team sports play, develops skills in
specified team sports, and maintains or improves health-related fitness.

Weight Training, I – IV
Provides students with opportunities to acquire and extend their knowledge and skills in
weight training that may be used in physical fitness, muscular strength, and endurance.

J.R.O.T.C.
Naval Science I – IV
These courses introduce, build, and broaden the understanding of citizenship, the
elements of leadership, the value of scholarship in attaining goals and operative
principles of military leadership.

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 PRE-LAW &
PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Criminal Justice I - III (Grades 9 – 12)

This series of courses covers the history and responsibilities of law enforcement, its role
in the Federal and State court system, an application of Constitutional Law and
individual rights and a study of crime in the United States. Pre-requisite for Criminal
Justice II is Criminal Justice I. Pre-requisite for Criminal Justice III is Criminal Justice II.

Dual Enrollment Criminal Evidence & Dual Enrollment Criminal Justice

This dual enrollment course is offered through Broward College and includes an
examination of the rules governing admissibility of evidence. Co-Requisite for Course:
Executive Internship III.

Executive Internship III

This Advanced Court Procedures course helps to deepen the skills learned in Court
Procedures. This class also explores the appellate system culminating in an appellate
brief and oral argument.

Comprehensive Law Honors

This introductory law course explores the historic evolution of law, as well as the reasons
for how and why the US legal system operates. This course is for all those interested in
the law.

Constitutional Law Honors

This course provides students with an overview of basic legal principles, the foundations
and structure of our government, and how to interpret the rights/freedoms afforded to
all by the United States Constitution.

Court Procedures
This highly interactive course focuses on pre-trial and trial techniques from how to do an
Opening Statement to Closing Arguments.

AICE Law AS
The study of the English legal system, criminal law, and the role of the law in real-world
situations. Students will develop analysis and problem-solving skills and learn to
communicate legal argument. Students will apply relevant knowledge and understanding
to analyze legal concepts, principles, and rules to a range of situations and communicate
legal arguments through problem solving and evaluative writing. These transferable skills
equip students with an excellent foundation for further study of Law in higher education
and/or a career within the field. Pre-Requisites: Court Procedures, Constitutional Law, or
Comprehensive Law.

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 PRE-LAW &
PUBLIC AFFAIRS

First-Aid and Safety (Grades 9-12)

This course provides a basic overview of the causes and preventions of unintentional
injuries, appropriate emergency responses to those injuries, and crisis response
planning. Safety education should include cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use
of an automatic external defibrillator (AED), first aid for obstructed airway, and injury
prevention.

Health Science I & II (Grades 10-12)

This two-course series examines the aspects of anatomy and physiology with a focus on
the most important and life-essential functions of the body. Health Science 2 is taken in
conjunction with the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course. Students will also be
eligible to take an online certification test: Certified Medical Administrative Assistance
(CMAA).

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) - (taken in conjunction with Health Science 2):
(Grades 11-12)
This course teaches students how to react and what to do in an emergency. Hands-on
activities include how to perform CPR, how to assess and check vital signs, and how to
assess trauma accidents properly. Students will also get an American Heart Association
CPR / AED Health Care Provider certificate, four Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) certificates, and a water safety awareness course.

Electrocardiography (ECG) (Grade 12)

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content
aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills
needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career
cluster. The program is designed to prepare students for employment as EKG
Technicians and Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians). Prerequisite:
Completion of Health Science and EMR Class

Intro to Firefighting I (Grade 11)/ Firefighting II (Grade 12)

This firefighting program covers the fundamentals of fire service, fire alarms and
communication, vehicles, apparatus and equipment. Students complete a course of
study comparable to that required of a volunteer firefighter. Prerequisite: Completion of
the Emergency Medical Responder Program

911 Dispatch (Grade 12 only)

Course provides proper and timely training, as well as a sound Medical Protocol about
how to deliver quality care to the calling public with emergency medical needs. Students
acquire different skills and training required to enter this industry. Prerequisite:
Completion of EMR Class or Criminal Justice III.

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 WORLD LANGUAGE

Pre-AICE World Languages I, II, III and IV (Spanish and French)

Introduces students to the target language and its culture and develops speaking and
reading skills and cross-cultural understanding. Prerequisites: Courses should be taken
sequentially beginning with World Languages I.

AICE Spanish
Develops student's ability to understand and communicate confidently and clearly in
speech and written language. Prerequisite: Spanish III or fluent in Spanish or teacher
recommendation.

Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Develops an understanding of how to effectively use the language in a variety of reading,
writing, and speaking situations and prepares students for AP exam. Prerequisite: AICE
Spanish or fluent in Spanish or teacher recommendation

Advanced Placement French Language

Develops an understanding of how to effectively use the language in a variety of reading,
writing, and speaking situations and prepares students for AP exam. Prerequisite: AICE
French or fluent in French or teacher recommend

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 ENGLISH
English I – III
Provides instruction in the Language Arts strands of reading, writing, speaking, listening,
viewing, language, researching and literature.

Pre-AICE English Language (Grade 9)

Promotes academic excellence through enriched experience in reading, writing,
observing, speaking, listening, researching, and viewing. Focuses upon using the writing
process in creative, technical, and traditional academic modes. (Honors Credit)
Prerequisite: Level 3, 4, or 5 on F.A.S.T Reading

AICE English General Paper (Grades 9 - 10)

Promotes academic excellence in ninth and tenth-grade English Language Arts using both
informative and fictional texts. Focus is on the analysis of texts, the writing process, and
the development of critical reading strategies of high-level texts.
Prerequisite: Level 4 or 5 on F.A.S.T Reading

Pre-AICE English Literature (Grade 10)

Promotes academic excellence in tenth-grade English language arts through enriched
experience in reading, writing, observing, speaking, listening, researching, and viewing.
Focuses upon using the writing process in creative, technical, and traditional academic
modes. (Honors Credit) Prerequisite: Level 3, 4, or 5 on F.A.S.T Reading

AICE English Language AS Level (Grades 10 - 11)

Provides students with an understanding of the semantic, structural, and rhetorical
resources of the English language as they relate to the principles of effective writing.
Course provides a variety of writing opportunities calling for the use of different styles
and tones. Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Pre-AICE English Language or AICE
General Paper and Level 3 or higher on F.A.S.T Reading

English III Honors (Grade 11)

Provides instruction in the Language Arts strands of reading, writing, speaking, listening,
and viewing. The college research paper will be part of the instruction, as well as an
emphasis on American Literature from 1650 to the present. Prerequisite: Level 3, 4, or 5
on F.A.S.T Reading)

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 ENGLISH
AICE English Language A Level (Grade 11)
Provides learners with the opportunity to study English language and its use in
communication. Learners will be encouraged to respond critically to a wide variety of texts in
a range of forms, styles and contexts, and to promote skills of communication, reading,
research and analysis. Through their study, learners will develop an ability to read and
analyze material, gaining further knowledge and understanding of English language features
and issues. Learners will also develop the skills of writing clearly, accurately, creatively and
effectively for different purposes and audiences.
Prerequisite: AICE English Language AS Level

Advanced Placement English: Language and Composition (Grade 11)

Provide students with an understanding of the semantic, structural, and rhetorical resources
of the English language as they relate to the principles of effective writing. Also, designed to
provide students with a variety of writing opportunities calling for the use of different styles
and tones. Students will prepare for and take the AP English Language and Composition
Exam. Prerequisite: Level 4 or higher on F.A.S.T Reading in tenth grade.

English IV
Provides instruction in the Language Arts strands of reading, writing, speaking, listening,
viewing, language, researching and literature

English IV - Florida College Prep (Grade 12)

Incorporates reading and writing study through a variety of informative texts using grade-
level writing craft and through the in-depth reading and analysis of information selections in
order to develop critical reading and writing skills necessary for success in college courses.

English IV Honors (Grade 12)

Provides instruction in the Language Arts strands of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and
viewing. The course will also prepare students for post-secondary education and career
options. The research paper will be a part of the instruction, as well as an emphasis on British
Literature (prose, poetry, and informational texts).
Prerequisite: Level 3, 4, or 5 on F.A.S.T Reading

Advanced Placement English: Literature and Composition (Grade 12)

Provides students with the study and practice of analysis of literature. Students will learn to
use the modes of discourse and to recognize the assumptions underlying various rhetorical
strategies. Students will prepare for and take the AP English Literature Exam. Prerequisite:
Level 4 or higher on F.A.S.T Reading in 10th Grade.

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 ENGLISH
Reading (Grades 9 – 12)
Provides students with strategies to develop and strengthen literacy skills including
reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary development, and non-fiction writing.

AP Capstone Research
This course furthers the research and inquiry-based learning from the Seminar course.
Students will complete a yearlong research project culminating with a 4,000-5,000-word
research paper and a presentation and oral defense of that research. Prequisites:
Students must have passed the AP Capstone Seminar course with a score of 3 or higher.

Debate I-V Honors

Students will be exposed to the concepts of argumentation and public speaking. Students
are expected to compete in Broward County tournaments.

Journalism I
Provides instruction in basic aspects of journalism and workshop experience in
journalistic production. Content includes, but is not limited to instruction in recognizing
and writing news for journalistic media and in developing editorials, sports articles, and
feature stories. In addition to written work, students receive instruction in the history and
traditions of journalism as well as workshop experience in photography, layouts,
advertising, printing, and other practical aspects of journalistic enterprise.

Journalism Honors II – IV
Intermediate to advanced instruction in journalistic writing and production techniques.
Content includes all aspects of the writing process. Emphasis is placed on implementing
students’ creative skills and talents in writing, graphic design and/or photography, and in
providing regular practice in management skills and production techniques in printed
journalistic media. Students will work within deadlines to produce a creative and
innovative yearbook or newspaper.

Creative Writing Honors

The Creative Writing course is designed for students who enjoy writing as a form of art
and personal expression. In this course, students will explore the elements of numerous
literary genres (short fiction, poetry, drama, film) and the power of both print and
multimedia formats. To develop original writing pieces, students will engage in writing
workshops, literary element development lessons, writing/author studies, and peer
reviews/conferences. To show evidence of writing development throughout the course,
students will be required to engage in writing community activities that require sharing
one’s work and in publishing one’s writing beyond the classroom setting. Finally, students
will design, edit, and contribute writing pieces to Fort Lauderdale High School’s
newspaper, The Navigator.

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 MATH
Algebra 1/Foundational Skills (Double Block)
Develops mathematical literacy in the real world and simultaneously builds a solid
foundation for advancement in the mathematics field. Develops algebraic concepts and
processes which can be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems.
Students are required to take a state End of Course Assessment.

Pre-AICE Math I
Develops a rigorous and in–depth study of algebraic concepts and processes which can
be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems. Students are
required to take a state End of Course assessment. Prequisites: Students must have
scored a level 3 or higher on the F.A.S.T Math.

Geometry
Develops the geometric relationship and deductive strategies that can be used to solve a
variety of real world and mathematical problems. Students are required to take a state
End of Course Assessment.

Pre-AICE Math II
Develops a rigorous and in–depth study of geometric relationship and deductive
strategies that can be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems.
Students are required to take a state End of Course Assessment. Prequisites: Students
must have scored a level 4- 5 on the Algebra 1 EOC.

Math for College Liberal Arts

Emphasizes five areas: Analyzing and applying linear and exponential functions within a
real world context, utilizing geometric concepts to solve real world problems, extending
understanding of probability theory, representing and interpreting univariate and
bivariate data and, developing understanding of logic and set theory.

Algebra II
Continues the study of algebra and provides the foundation for applying algebraic skills
to other mathematical and scientific fields.

Algebra II Honors (Grade 9)

Builds on work with linear, quadratic and exponential functions. Students will extend their
repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions.

Algebra II Honors (Grades 10 - 12)

Builds on work with linear, quadratic and exponential functions. Students will extend their
repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions.

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 MATH
Data and Financial Literacy Honors
Instructional time will emphasize five areas: (1) extending knowledge of ratios, proportions
and functions to data and financial contexts; (2) developing understanding of basic
economic and accounting principles; (3) determining advantages and disadvantages of
credit accounts and short- and long-term loans; (4) developing understanding of planning
for the future through investments, insurance and retirement plans and (5) extending
knowledge of data analysis to create and evaluate reports and to make predictions.

Statistics Honors
In Probability and Statistics Honors, instructional time will emphasize four areas: (1)
creating and interpreting data displays for univariate and bivariate categorical and
numerical data; (2) comparing and making observations about populations using statistical
data, including confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; (3) extending understanding of
probability and probability distributions and (4) developing an understanding of methods
for collecting statistical data, including randomized trials.

Math for College Algebra

Instructional time will emphasize five areas: (1) developing fluency with the Laws of
Exponents with numerical and algebraic expressions; (2) extending arithmetic operations
with algebraic expressions to include rational and polynomial expressions; (3) solving one-
variable exponential, logarithmic, radical and rational equations and interpreting the
viability of solutions in real-world contexts; (4) modeling with and applying linear,
quadratic, absolute value, exponential, logarithmic and piecewise functions and systems of
linear equations and inequalities; (5) extending knowledge of functions to include inverse
and composition.

Math for SAT and ACT

In this course, instructional time will emphasize six areas: (1) extending understanding of
functions to linear, quadratic and exponential functions and using them to model and
analyze real-world relationships; (2) developing understanding of the complex number
system, including complex numbers as roots of polynomial equations; (3) extending
knowledge of ratios, proportions and functions to data and financial contexts; (4) solve
problems involving univariate and bivariate data and make inferences from collected data;
(5) relationships and theorems involving two-dimensional figures using Euclidean
geometry and coordinate geometry; (6) graph and apply trigonometric relations and
functions.

Pre-Calculus Honors
Emphasizes the study of functions and other skills necessary for the study of Calculus.
Prequisites: Students must have passed all EOCs and received an A or B in Pre-AICE
Math III.

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 MATH
AP Pre-Calculus
In AP Precalculus, students explore everyday situations using mathematical tools and
lenses. Through regular practice, students build deep mastery of modeling and
functions, and they examine scenarios through multiple representations Pending State
Approval Calculus Honors Consists of work in Calculus and various related topics
including elementary functions, limits, differential and integral Calculus.

College Algebra
This course includes topics such as: solving linear and quadratic inequalities; solving
systems of linear equations; solving quadratic, absolute value, radical, exponential, and
logarithmic equations; and properties and analysis of functions and their graphs.
Students will earn a Broward College Credit with successful completion of this course.
AP Calculus AB Students study algebraic and transcendental functions and the general
theory and techniques of calculus. Students will take the corresponding AP Calculus
Exam at the end of the year.

College Algebra (BC Dual Enrollment)

The major topics included in this course are linear equations and inequalities; quadratic
equations and inequalities; relations and functions; graphs; systems of equations and
inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions; and applications. A review of
algebraic techniques is also included in this course as well as a review of polynomials,
factoring, exponents, roots and radicals.

AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC

Focus on students’ understanding of calculus concepts and provide experience with
methods and applications. Through the use of big ideas of calculus (e.g., modeling
change, approximation and limits, and analysis of functions), each course becomes a
cohesive whole, rather than a collection of unrelated topics.

AP Statistics
Explores data, planning a study, anticipating patterns in advance, and statistical
inference. Students will take the corresponding AP Statistics Exam at the end of the
year.

AICE Thinking Skills AS

This course will develop a range of transferable thinking skills and processes which
promote success in other content area courses both in high school and in college.

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Environmental Science (Grade 9 Only)

The study of life science issues designed to serve as a preparation for biology.

Biology I (Grades 10-12)

Provides students with knowledge of the following concepts: the cell, matter and energy
in living systems, molecular basis of heredity, biological evolution, interdependence of
organisms, nervous system and behavior of organisms. Students are required to take a
state end of course assessment.

Pre-AICE Biology (Grades 9-12)

Provides students with an advanced understanding of the following concepts: the cell,
matter and energy in living systems, molecular basis of heredity, biological evolution,
interdependence of organisms, nervous system and behavior of organisms. Students
are required to take a state end of course assessment.
Prerequisite: Achievement Level of 3 or above on the FSA English Language Arts
assessment.
Anatomy and Physiology (Grades 10-12)
Provides students with a study of the human body from a health and wellness
perspective. Prerequisite: Biology

Anatomy and Physiology Honors (Grades 10-12)

Provides students with exploratory and advanced activities in the structures, functions,
and pathology of the components of the human body. Prerequisite: Achievement Level
3 or higher on the Biology End of Course Exam

Chemistry I (Grades 10-12)

Chemistry is the study of composition, properties and changes associated with matter.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and Algebra 1 credit.

Chemistry I Honors (Grades 9-12)

Chemistry Honors is the rigorous study of composition, properties and changes
associated with matter. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 3 or higher on the FSA Algebra
1 End of Course Exam and Successful completion of Biology.

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Forensic Science I Honors (Grades 11-12)
This course is the rigorous study of practice profiling, court ready documents, crime
scenes, evidence and evaluation for civil and criminal cases. Elective Course does not
meet science requirement. Prerequisite: Successful Completion Criminal Justice 1 and
Biology

Marine Science Honors (Grades 10-12)

This course provides for the rigorous study of the aquatic ecosystems and marine life.
Prerequisite: Biology

Physical Science (Grades 11-12)

Physical Science is the introductory study of the theories and laws governing the
interaction of matter, energy, and the forces of nature. Prerequisite: Biology

Physics I Honors (Grades 10-12)

Physics Honors is the rigorous study of the theories and laws governing the interaction
of matter, energy, and the forces of nature. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 3 or higher
on the FSA Algebra 1 End of Course Exam and successful completion of Biology.

Advanced Placement Biology (Grades 11-12)

An equivalent to an introductory, college-level biology course with laboratory activities.
This course focuses on enduring, conceptual understandings and the biology content to
support them. College credit will be awarded upon successful completion of the
Advance Placement Exam. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 4 or higher on Biology End
of Course Exam and Passing Score in Chemistry

AICE Biology AS Level (Grades 10-12)

This is a college level lab-based course, which requires conceptual and analytic thinking
skills and a knowledge of basic algebra. Topics include biochemistry, cell structure and
function, ecology, infectious disease, immunity, plant and animal transport and gas
exchange. Students will be expected to make connections across all topic areas.
Students will be able to develop and perform experiments, analyze data and perform
detailed microscopy. College credit will be award upon successful completion of the
Advance Placement Exam. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 4 or higher on Biology End
of Course Exam and B or Higher in Chemistry Honors

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Advanced Placement Chemistry (Grades 11-12)
An equivalent to an introductory college level general chemistry course with laboratory
activities. This course focuses on enduring, conceptual understandings and the
chemistry content to suppor t them. College credit will be award upon successful
completion of the Advance Placement Exam. Prerequisite: B or higher in Chemistry
Honors I

AP Environmental Science (Grades 11-12)

This class is equivalent to an introductory college level general environmental science
course with laboratory activities. This course provides students with the scientific
principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships
of the natural world, identify and analyze environmental problems (both natural and
human made), evaluate the relative risks associated with
the problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.
College credit will be awarded upon successful completion of the Advance Placement
Exam. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 4 or higher on Biology End of Course Exam and
Passing Score in Chemistry

AICE Environmental Management AS Level (Grades 9 -12)

This course is an equivalent to an introductory college level general environmental
science course with laboratory activities and a specific coursework requirement. This
course covers environmental issues and their management, especially the human
aspect. Through their studies, learners gain an understanding of environmental
resources and their human exploitation, and the goal of sustainable
environmental management. College credit will be awarded upon successful completion
of the Cambridge Examination. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 4 or higher on Biology
End of Course Exam and Level 3 or high on Algebra 1 EOC.

AICE Marine AS Level (Grades 9 -12)

This class is a college level introductory class into the marine sciences and is designed as
a survey class of some of the different marine science disciplines. The class will cover
the basics of geological oceanography, chemical oceanography, physical oceanography
and ecology of the marine environment as well covering basic scientific practices and
methodologies. College credit will be awarded upon successful completion of the
Cambridge Examination. Prerequisite: Achievement Level 4 or higher on Biology End of
Course Exam and Level 3 or higher on Algebra 1 EOC.

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Advanced Placement Physics I (Grades 11-12)

This class is equivalent to a first semester college course in Algebra-based physics with
laboratory activities. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational
dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and
sound. It also introduces electric circuits. College credit will be awarded upon
successful completion of the Advanced Placement Exam. Prerequisite: B or higher in
Physics I Honors or Level 5 on Algebra I and Biology.

Advanced Placement Physics C: Mechanics/E&M (Grades 11-12)

AP Physics C is a Calculus-based college physics course. The first semester covers
topics in Newtonian mechanics, and the second semester covers topics in electricity
and magnetism. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the
course. Prerequisite for Course: AP Physics 1 or A in Honors Physics. Co-Requisite for
Course: Concurrent enrollment in AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC

Advanced Placement Computer Science (Grades 9-12)

The course examines the applications of computing within the context of programming
methodology, algorithms, and data structures. Students will take the corresponding AP
Computer Science Exam at the end of the year.

Advanced Placement Anatomy and Physiology

The course is designed for students interested in pursuing studies in fields like
medicine, biology, or health sciences. This course would require a strong foundation in
basic biology and a commitment to extensive study, as it covers a wide range of
complex topics. It's designed to prepare students for the AP exam and for further
studies in health and medical fields.

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World History
This course provides students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the
chronological development of civilization by examining the political, economic, social,
religious, military, dynastic, scientific, and cultural, events that have affected humanity.

Pre-AICE World History

This course covers the World History curriculum, but the class also focuses on
Cambridge and Advanced Placement writing and reading skills. This course is available
to 9th grade students with an ELA test score of level 3 and higher.
This course fulfills the World History Requirement for graduation.

Personal Financial Literacy Honors (Grade 10 Graduation Required Course)

½ Credit Course Paired with ½ Credit Elective
This course is a required course for all students going into 10th grade in the 2022-2023
school year. The class will cover the state-required personal financial literacy. It is a .5
credit course that will be paired with another elective.
Personal Financial Literacy Honors/Holocaust History
Personal Financial Literacy Honors/Women’s Studies
Personal Financial Literacy Honors/African American History
Personal Financial Literacy Honors/Multicultural Studies

AP Human Geography (Grades 10 – 12)

This course consists of seven units including: Nature and Perspectives of Geography,
Population, Cultural Patterns and Processes, Political Organization of Space,
Agricultural and Rural Land Use, Industrialization and Economic Development, and
Cities and Urban Land Use. Students will take the corresponding AP Human Geography
Exam at the end of the year.

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AICE European History AS

This course enables students to examine major European issues from 1815 to 1917, their
connection to the past and how they have shaped the world. Students will use
knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion,
ethics, diverse cultures, and humanities to develop a historical perspective on many of
the most important issues of the contemporary world.

US History (Grade 11)

This course provides students with the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the
chronological development of the American people by examining the political,
economic, social, religious, military, scientific, and cultural events that have affected the
rise and growth of our nation from revolutionary times to the present.

US History Honors (Grade 11)

This course covers US History from Reconstruction to modern times. The course also
studies Florida’s history as it relates to the United States as a whole.

AICE US History (Grade 11)

This is a wide-ranging syllabus covering modern history in the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries. The emphasis on both historical knowledge and on the skills required for
historical research. Students develop an understanding of cause and effect, continuity
and change, similarity and difference, and use historical evidence as part of their
studies.

AP US History (Grade 11)

This course examines significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in
nine historical periods of the United States from approximately 1491 to the present.

AP Psychology
This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior
and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the
psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major
subfields within psychology. Students will take the corresponding AP Psychology Exam
at the end of the year.

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AICE Psychology AS
Students explore a range of issues relating to human psychology. The coursework
covers a wide range of psychology-related issues, including abnormal conditions,
cognition and learning, socialization, and psychological diversity. Students will explore
these topics through various perspectives, including education, the environment,
organizational effects, and other current, influencing factors. Additionally, a special
emphasis will be placed on research and the application of psychology.

Government and Economics with Econ/Financial Literacy (Grade 12)

This government course allows students to examine their own political behaviors,
analyze the dynamics of political issues and practice decision-making skills. The
Economics course provides students with knowledge of economics, emphasizing
practical applications and the decision-making skills necessary to be informed citizens
and financially successful individuals.

Government and Economics with Econ/Financial Literacy Honors (Grade 12)

This government course allows students to examine their own political behaviors,
analyze the dynamics of political issues and practice decision-making skills. The
Economics course provides students the opportunity to acquire a comprehensive
understanding of the way in which society organizes to utilize its limited resources to
satisfy unlimited wants and the distinguishing characteristics of other types of
economic systems with particular attention to the American mixed market system.

AP US Government and Politics/Econ/Financial Literacy Honors (Grade 12)

This course examines democratic ideas, balance of powers, and tension between the
practical and ideal in national policymaking in the United States. Students analyze and
discuss the importance of various constitutional principles, rights and procedures,
institutions, and political processes that impact us as citizens.
Students will take the corresponding AP Government Exam at the end of the year.

AP Macroeconomics/AP US Government (Grade 12)

This course covers economic activities and their impact on monetary policy, balance of
trade, government fiscal policy, and exchange rates. The second half of this course
covers the AP Government curriculum. Students will take the corresponding AP
Government and Economics Exams at the end of the year.

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 SOCIAL STUDIES

AICE Travel and Tourism AS

This course encourages students to appreciate the scale and importance of the travel
and tourism industry in the world and recognize the overall impact the industry may
have on people, the environment, and the economy.

AICE Sociology - AS Level

This course offers students the opportunity to explore the processes that shape current
trends, and helps them to develop an understanding of the complexity and diversity of
human societies and their continuities with the past.

AICE Sociology - A Level

This course allows students to explore a variety of important areas of sociological
enquiry including global development, education, religion, and media.

AICE Global Perspectives AS and A Level

This course focuses on the research and inquiry process of issues of global significance.
Students will complete one group research presentation, one individual research
project and presentation, and take the end-of-course exam.
(Counts as one credit towards AICE Diploma)

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 LEVEL

CAMBRIDGE PROGRESSION
All A’s and B’s

9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade

ENGLISH

General Paper or AICE English AICE English AL

Pre-Aice Eng. Lit Language Language/AP/Honors
STUDIES

Pre-AICE
SOCIAL

AICE US History Honors

World History Global Perspectives or AICE US History
SCIENCE

Biology/ AICE Marine/ Chemistry/

Anatomy Environmental Physics
ELECTIVES

Hope, Language, Language, AICE 3 or 4,

Law Law, Optional Law, Optional

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LEVEL

CAMBRIDGE PROGRESSION

9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade

ENGLISH

AICE English AICE English AICE AL

General Paper Language English Language
STUDIES

Global
SOCIAL

AICE European or AICE US History

Perspectives Pre-AICE World History Honors or APUSH
SCIENCE

AICE Marine/ Chemistry Chemistry

Environmental or Physics or Physics
ELECTIVES

Language, AICE 3 or 4, AICE 1 or 2,

Law, Optional Law, Optional Law, Optional

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 CAMBRIDGE PROGRESSION*
*IF YOU STARTED THE PROGRAM AFTER 9TH GRADE

10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

ENGLISH

AICE English AICE English AICE AL

General Paper Language English Language
STUDIES
SOCIAL

Global AICE US History Goverment

Perspectives Honors or APUSH /Economics
SCIENCE

AICE Marine/ Chemistry, Chemistry,

Environmental Physics, or AICE Physics, or AICE
ELECTIVES

Language, AICE Thinking Skills, AICE 1 or 2,

Law, Optional Law, Optional Law, Optional

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 OPTIONAL
CAMBRIDGE AICE DIPLOMA
MANDATORY

GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4

MATH & SCIENCE LANGUAGES ARTS & HUMANITIES INTERDISCIPLINARY SUBJECTS

AICE English Language

AICE Biology AICE Business AICE English General Paper
(AS & A Level)

AICE Marine Science AICE French Language AICE Drama AICE Thinking Skills

AICE Enviro. AICE Spanish AICE History

Management Language (European & US)

AICE Psychology AICE Law

AICE Media Studies

AICE Physical Education (AS & A Level)

AICE Sociology

AICE Travel & Tourism

The following are available in

Group 1 or Group 3

AICE Enviro.
Management
LEARNERS MUST PASS A MINIMUM OF 7 CAMBRIDGE AICE EXAMS, INCLUDING:
AICE Global Perspectives & Research, 3 academic years AICE Psychology
1 credit in each subject groups (group 4 is optional)
Remainining credits can come from any group
AICE Physical Education PAGE 31
This is a recommended course progression for each area of magnet concentration. All courses
listed below are geared toward developing a student’s skills in reading, writing, research, and
verbal communication and to introducing relevant terminology, concepts, and practicum
applicable to the above-referenced careers.

Area of
Concentration
Suggested Electives
9th Grade: 11th Grade:
Comprehensive Law AICE Thinking Skills
Court Procedures Executive Legal Internship 4
Law 10 Grade:
th
12th Grade:
AICE Law Constitutional Law
Executive Legal Internship 3 Criminal Evidence & Court Procedures
(Dual Enrollment)
9th Grade: 11th Grade:
Debate 1 AICE Thinking Skills
Government Constitutional Law Debate 3
& 10th Grade: 12th Grade:
Politics
AICE Law AP Government
Debate 2 Debate 4
9 Grade:
th
11th Grade:
Constitutional Law Criminal Justice 3
Criminal Justice Criminal Justice 1 Forensic Science
& Law Enforcement 10 Grade:
th
12th Grade:
Criminal Justice 2 Criminal Justice (Dual Enrollment)
AICE Sociology 911 Dispatch
9th Grade: 11th Grade:
Health Science 1 Firefighter 1
Public Service Naval Science 1 Naval Science 3
(Military, EMT, 10th Grade: 12th Grade:
Firefighter) Health Science 2 / Emergency Medical Firefighter 2
Responder Naval Science 4
Naval Science 2 911 Dispatch / EKG Tech.
9 Grade:
th
11th Grade:
Peer Counseling 1 AICE Psychology
Peer Counseling 3
Social Work 10th Grade: 12th Grade:
AICE Sociology AP Psychology
Peer Counseling 2 Peer Counseling 4

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 FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL

CRIMINAL JUSTICE OPERATIONS CULINARY ARTS SINGLE COURSE CERTIFICATIONS

Criminal Justice Operations 1 8918010 Culinary Arts 1 8800510 Comprehensive Law (H) 2106375
Criminal Justice Operations 2 8918020 Culinary Arts 2 8800520 Industry Certifications:
Criminal Justice Operations 3 (H) 8981830 Culinary Arts 3 (H) 8800530 Accredited Legal Professional
Legal System and Concepts 2106380 Culinary Arts 4 (H) 8800540
AP Computer Science 02003350
Industry Certifications:
Industry Certifications: Information Technology Specialist
Industry Certifications:
Accredited Legal Professional
Serve Safe & Food Service Management Professional

TV PRODUCTION MARKETING
FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL
TV Production 1 8201510 Marketing Essentials 8827110
Launch your Future with one of our
TV Production 2 8201520 Marketing Applications 8827120
TV Production 3 8201530 Career and Technical Educational Pathways Marketing Management 8827130
AICE Art & Design-Film & Video 0107480 (CTE) Business Ownership (H) 8812000
WE INFUSE AICE into CTACE Cambridge (AICE) Business 2102324

Industry Certifications: Industry Certifications:

Adobe Photoshop, Premier Pro, After Affects QuickBooks, Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB),
Master Entrepreneurship Certification, Project
Scholarship Opportunity associated with Bright Futures: Management & Social Media Strategist
APPLIED CYBER SECURITY
Florida Gold Seal Vocational (GSV)
IT Fundamentals 9001310 Florida Gold Seal CAPE (GSC)
Minimum of 30 hours service hours FASHION MARKETING & FASHION DESIGN
Computer & Network
Security Fundamentals 9001320 Fashion Essentials 8806010
EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE
Cybersecurity Essentials 9001330 Fashion Applications 8806010
Operational Cybersecurity 9001340 Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (H) 8417100 Fashion Marketing Management 8806030
AICE Applied Information Technology 0200440 Health Science Foundations (H) 8417110 Fashion Design
Emergency Medical Responder 3 8417171 Design Core 8506405
Industry Certifications: ECG
Networking, Network Security, Device Configuration & Fire Fighter 1 8918210 Industry Certifications:
Mgmt., Cloud Computing Fire Fighter 2 8918220 Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB), & Project
Fire Fighter 3 8918230 Management
Industry Certifications:
EMR and ECG certifications, Fire Fighter 1 & 911
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 24-25 Fort Lauderdale High School Suggested
Science Progression & Course Offerings
Student Must Take a Minimum of 3 Science Credits
*One Credit of Science Must Be in Biology
*Some Universi�es May Addi�onally Require Chemistry And / Or Physics With A Total Of 4 Science Credits
*AP/AICE Course Are Accelerated College Level Courses

Pre-Requisite: Algebra 1 EOC Level 3 or Higher & Grade of B or Higher for Honors

Pre-Requisite: Algebra 1 EOC Level 3 or Higher for Honors or B or Higher in Algebra 2 For AP

Law Magnet Course

Magnet Students Require a 4 or higher FAST ELA Score

Career Tracks
Medical Related Field Career Track Law Related Field Career Track

Engineering Related Field Career Track Marine /Environmental Career Track

Science & Technology Related Field Career Track

Underclassmen Course Sugges�ons

Below a Level 3 on FAST ELA 3 or Above on FAST ELA (No Biology 3 or Above on FAST ELA
Credit) (Biology Credit)
9th Grade Environmental Science Pre-AICE Biology AICE Environmental
Science AS
AICE Marine Science AS

Anatomy & Physiology Honors

Chemistry (Core/Honors)

Physics Honors/ AP Physics

1
10th Grade Biology Anatomy & Physiology Honors Anatomy & Physiology Honors

Chemistry (Core/Honors) Chemistry (Core/Honors)

AICE Environmental Science AICE Environmental Science

AICE Marine Science AS AICE Marine Science AS

Marine Science Honors Marine Science Honors

Physics Honors/ AP Physics 1 Physics Honors/ AP Physics 1

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 Student Must Take a Minimum of 3 Science Credits
*One Credit of Science Must Be in Biology
*Some Universi�es May Addi�onally Require Chemistry And / Or Physics With A Total Of 4 Science Credits

Pre-Requisite: Algebra 1 EOC Level 3 or Higher & Grade of B or Higher for Honors

Pre-Requisite: Algebra 1 EOC Level 3 or Higher for Honors or B or Higher in Algebra 2 For AP

Law Magnet Course

Prerequisite Successful Comple�on of Chemistry

Career Tracks
Medical Related Field Career Track Law Related Field Career Track

Engineering Related Field Career Track Marine /Environmental Career Track

Science & Technology Related Field Career Track

Upper Classman Course Sugges�ons

Below a Level 3 on FAST ELA 3 or Above on FAST ELA 3 or Above on FAST ELA

11th/12th Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy & Physiology Honors Anatomy & Physiology Honors
Grade
Chemistry Core AICE Biology AS AICE Biology AS

Forensic Science Honors AP Biology AP Biology

Marine Science Honors AP Chemistry AP Chemistry

Physical Science Chemistry (Core/Honors) Chemistry (Core/Honors)

AP Computer Science AP Computer Science

AICE Environmental Science AICE Environmental Science

AP Environmental AP Environmental

Forensic Science Honors Forensic Science Honors

AICE Marine Science AS AICE Marine Science AS

Marine Science Honors Marine Science Honors

Physics Honors / AP Physics 1 Physics Honors/ AP Physics

1

AP Physics C AP Physics C

AP Anatomy & Physiology

(Pending State Approval)

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 INCOMING 9TH GRADE MATH PROGRESSION

Math for
Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 College Algebra

Pre-AICE Pre-AICE Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus

Math 1 Math 2 Honors Honors

Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2

Level 4-5 Pre-AICE Level 4-5 Pre-AICE Passed both EOC’s Algebra 2 A’s & Teacher AP
for F.A.S.T Math for Alg. 1 EOC Math 2 A-B Grades Pre-Calculus
Math 1 Honors Recomendation

Level 1-3
Level 1-3 Algebra 1 /
for F.A.S.T Math Foundational Skills for Alg. 1 EOC
Geometry C-D Grades Algebra 2 A-B Grades Pre-Calculus
Algebra 1 /
F Grade Retake Math for
Foundational Skills F Grade C-D Grades
Geometry College Algebra

F Grade Retake Algebra 2

DB= DOUBLE BLOCK

PRE-REQ= HONORS
COLLEGE CREDIT CAN BE EARNED. UNWEIGHTED 3.0+ GPA

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 9TH -11TH GRADE MATH PROGRESSION

Algebra 1 Geometry College Liberal Arts Algebra 2

A’s & Teacher
A-B Grades Recomendation
A’s & Teacher College Liberal Arts A-F Grades Pre-Calculus Honors
Recomendation Algebra 2 (Any student with no
Pre-AICE Math 2 Geometry Geometry
Geometry Credit) A - D Grades
(9th & 10th Graders) Algebra 2 Math for College
Algebra 1 / C - F Grades
Foundational Skills B - D Grades Math for College
(All students) Algebra
Statistics Honors
(9th Graders) Geometry Liberal Arts
College Liberal Arts
(Any student with A-F Grades F Grade
F Grade
Math for College Geometry Credit) Algebra 2 Retake Algebra 2
Liberal Arts A-B Grades
Algebra 2
Geometry A’s & Teacher
(11th Graders) Recomendation
C - F Grades C-F Grades
College Liberal Arts Math for Data &
AP Pre-Calculus
Math for Data
A-B Grades & Fin. Lit. (11th graders) Financial Literacy
A - B Grades
Pre-AICE Math 2 Pre-Calculus
Algebra 2 Honors Honors
Pre-Aice Math 1 C - D Grades A-B Grades (9th Grade)
C-D Grade
(9th Graders) Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Math for College Algebra
Statistics Honors
Pre-Aice Math 2
F Grade (9th Graders) C - D Grades
Math for College Algebra 2 F Grade
Liberal Arts
Retake Algebra 2
F Grade
Retake Geometry
A’s & Teacher
Recomendation
AP Pre-Calculus
A-B Grades
Algebra 2 Honors A Grades
Algebra 2 Honors
(10th & 11th Grade) Pre Calculus
Pre-Aice Math 2
(10th & 11th Graders) C - D Grades
B-C Grades
Algebra 2 AP Statistics
Statistics Honors
MAC1105
F Grade
Math for College
Liberal Arts
D-F Grades
PRE-REQ= HONORS Algebra 2 Honors Math for College
(10th & 11th Grade) Algebra
COLLEGE CREDIT CAN BE EARNED.
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 9TH -11TH GRADE MATH PROGRESSION

Math For
College Algebra Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Stats

A-B Grades Teacher

A-C Grades A’s & Teacher
Pre-Calculus Recomendation
AP Cal AB or AP Stats Recomendation
Math for College Honors AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB AP Pre-Calculus
Algebra (All Students)
(All Students) C-F Grade Pre-Calculus Honors A - C Grades
AP Statistics A - B Grades
Math for Data (All Students) Calculus Honors D-F Grade
(All Students) Pre-Calculus
& Fin. Lit. AP Stats AP Stats Honors
D-F Grade
Math for Data & C-D Grade
Fin. Lit Math for College
Statistics Honors Algebra
Math for Data & AP Calculus BC
Teacher
Financial Literacy Recomendation
AP Cal AB or AP Stats
Math for SAT & ACT
A - F Grades AP Calculus BC AP Statistics
Math for Data &
Math College Algebra AP Pre-Calculus A - C Grades (All Students)
Financial Literacy Statistics Honors
(All Students) Calculus Honors
(All Students) MAC1105 AP Stats 11th Graders without
Math for
D-F Grade MATH graduation
Math for Data & requirement SAT & ACT
Fin. Lit
Statistics Honors

Calculus Honors
Teacher
Recomendation Only
AP Cal AB

A - C Grades
Calculus Honors AP Stats
PRE-REQ= HONORS

D-F Grade COLLEGE CREDIT CAN BE EARNED. UNWEIGHTED 3.0+ GPA

Math for Data Fin. Lit
Statistics Honors

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 ENGLISH PROGRESSION

Level 1-2 on
Reading FSA
English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4

Level 3-5 on Pre-AICE Pre-AICE English 3 English 4

Reading FSA English Language English Literature Honors Honors
OR

AICE General
Paper

AICE English
Level 4-5 on AICE AICE Language A Level
AP Literature
Reading FSA General Paper English Language
AP Language

COLLEGE CREDIT CAN BE EARNED. UNWEIGHTED 3.0+ GPA

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 SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRESSION

Personal Financial Goverment

Level 1-2 on
World History US History
Reading FSA Literacy /Economics

Level 3-5 on Pre-AICE Personal Financial US History Goverment/

Reading FSA
World History Literacy Honors Economics Honors

AICE Global Goverment/

Level 4-5 on Personal Financial US History Economics Honors
Reading FSA Perspectives Literacy Honors
AP Goverment/
US History Economics

Pre-AICE World History AICE, or AP

OR

AICE European History

COLLEGE CREDIT CAN BE EARNED. UNWEIGHTED 3.0+ GPA

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