Western Boone Jr. Sr. High School
Class Schedules
Career Path
We, as a counseling department, will work with you in order to make sure you have the right classes based on state requirements and your personal interests. The older you get the more freedom you will have with regards to selecting classes that appeal to your interests. Choose classes that will challenge you and will serve as the foundation to possible career choices. Your Career Path starts here:
Click the link below to access the video recording of the 7th grade scheduling meeting.
7th Grade
7th Grade Required Courses
Math 7 OR Math 7 Honors (Application Required)
Science 7
Social Studies 7
PE 7
7th Grade Electives
You need to schedule 2 classes each semester (total = 4)
JH Band (2 Semesters Full Year)
JH Choir (2 Semesters Full Year)
OR
One Semester Electives (Choose Two each semester)
Art 1
Art 2 (Art 1 is a prerequisite for Art 2)
Current Events
Business and Information Technology
*includes typing, computer skills and introduction to computer software
Engineering and Tech.
*Hands on environment. Includes building projects both in the shop and on the computer.
Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) 7
*Focus is on useful skills (sewing and nutrition for example) as you near adulthood.
Exploring Agriculture
*Introduction to the study of animals, soil, food etc. (FFA / 4H)
*Students may also be placed in English and or Math Enrichment in place of an elective. Placement in the Enrichment course will be determined by this years ILEARN scores. We will not know who qualifies until we get scores back this spring.
Course Changes
So, what is the 7th grade really like?
8th Grade
8th Grade Required Courses
English 8 OR English 8 Honors
Math 8 OR Algebra I
Science 8
Social Studies 8
PE 8
8th Grade Electives
Similar to 7th grade, you will need to schedule a total of 4 semesters for your 8th grade year:
Courses that can earn you High School Credit:
1. Algebra 1 Honors (Must have had a B+ in Math 7 Honors or an A in Math 7 and passed ILEARN.
2. Introduction to Agriculture (2 Semesters = Full Year)
3. Applied Music: Guitar (One Semester or Full year. Must take Guitar 1 before Guitar 2)
4. Applied Music: Musical Theatre (One Semester)
5. Applied Music: Jazz Band (One Semester or Full year. Must be enrolled in Band)
6. Beginning Chorus: All Male (full year)
7. Intro to Spanish - (Full Year) - pay attention to requirements because there are no exceptions.
- Must have a B+ English Honors or an A in English 8 in BOTH SEMESTERS
- Winter NWEA of 220+
8. Health - (1 semester) High school credit and High school requirement
9. Preparing College & Careers (PCC =1 semester) High School credit and High School requirement
10. Intro to Business (2 semesters = Full Year)
Basic Jr. High Electives (Not worth High School Credit)
JH Band (2 Semesters Full Year)
JH Choir (2 Semesters Full Year)
NEW - Exploring Spanish (1 semester)
*Cannot re-take any of the following courses if already completed in the 7th grade
Art 1 (1 semester)
Art 2 (1 semester) *Must take Art 1 as the prerequisite.
Art 3 (1 semester) *Must take Art 1 and 2 as prerequisites.
Current Events (1 semester) *if not taken in grade 7
Business and Information Technology (1 semester) *if not taken in grade 7
Family and Consumer Science 8 (1 semester)
Engineering and Technology (1 semester) *if not taken in grade 7
*Based on previous ILEARN scores, students may also be placed in Math Enrichment in place of an elective. We will not know who qualifies until we receive scores back this Spring.
21st Century Scholars
The 21st Century Scholars Program will pay for tuition in the state of Indiana.
- must meet financial requirements
- must sign up before the conclusion of your 8th grade year
HOUSEHOLD SIZE MAXIMUM ANNUAL INCOME
2 $31,284
3 $39,461
4 $47,638
5 $55,815
6 $63,992
7 or more For each additional person, add $8,177
Learn more about the program here:
Sign up to see if you are eligible to become a 21st Century Scholar
https://scholartrack.che.in.gov/Login#/ to register for an account
Course Changes
High School 4 year plan
Core 40 or Honors? That is the question.
What is the difference between the Core 40 diploma and the Academic Honors Diploma?
*side note: If you earn 6 credits each semester you will have earned 48 credits
- 4 years (8 credits) of Math/Quantitative Reasoning (Core 40 =3 years (6 credits) of math)
- 3 years (6 credits) of Foreign Language (Core 40 = we recommend 2)
- 1 year (2 credits) of Fine Arts (Core 40 does not require Fine Arts)
- Maintain a 3.0 G.P.A
- Earn a "C" or better in courses that will count towards the diploma
Additional Requirements: Complete ONE of the following
- Complete AP courses (4 credits) and Exams
- Complete Dual Credit courses from "Priority Course List" (6 transcript College Credits)
- SAT score of 1250 or higher with a minimum of 560 in Math and 590 in Reading
- ACT composite of 26 or higher and must include writing
Why Honors?
The honors diploma does not necessarily mean that you have taken all honors classes. The honors diploma will afford you more opportunities when it comes to applying for scholarships and the diploma looks excellent on your resume.
The CORE classes
ENGLISH - 4 years (8 credits) for both the Core 40 and The Academic Honors Diploma. You must have English scheduled all four years of High School.
9th Grade - English 9 or English 9 Honors
10th Grade - English 10 or English 10 Honors
11th Grade - American Literature OR AP English
12th Grade -
Choose two of the following three courses:
AP English Literature (one year)
English 12 (one year)
English 12 / Speech (semester / semester = one year)
MATH -3 years (6 credits) for Core 40 / 4 years (8 credits) for Academic Honors Diploma
*MUST Take Math or QR every year in High School.
"IF" you took Math 8:
9th = Algebra I
10th = Algebra II
11th = Geometry (Meets Core 40 requirement)
12th = Either Pre-Calculus or Quantitative Reasoning (required for Academic Honors Diploma)
"IF" you were in Algebra I Honors:
9th = Geometry Honors
10th = Algebra II Honors
11th = Pre-Calc Honors
12th = Calculus
Science - 3 years (6 credits) for both The Core 40 and The Academic Honors Diploma
9th = ICP or BIO (depending on teacher recommendation)
10th = "IF" you took ICP in 9th you will take BIO in 10th
"IF" you took BIO in 9th you will take Chemistry in 10th
11th = "IF" you took BIO in 10th (Maybe if Science isn't your thing. . . )
1. Environmental Science
2. Biochemistry of Foods
3. Chemistry
4. Animal Science
5. Crop Management (Must have Principles of Ag.)
6. Principles of Engineering
7. Help Desk (They count Principles of Computing as a Science class !!!)
IF" you took Chemistry in 10th grade you have the following 6 options:
1. Environmental Science
2. Biochem of Foods
3. Physics
4. Advanced BIO
5. AP Chemistry
6. Anatomy and Physiology
Social Studies - 3 years (6 credits) for Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma
(Basic route)
9th = World History or Geography
10th = None if taken in Grade 9 unless you plan to be in a vocational program
11th = US History (may have to take in 10th if pursuing vocational classes)
12th = US Government (1 semester) & Econ (1 semester)
(Advanced Options)
(10-12) AP World History: Modern
(11-12) AP US History
(12) AP Microeconomics
P.E. - 1 year (2 credits) for Core 40 and The Academic Honors Diploma
9th Grade
Health- 1 semester (1 credit) for Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma
PCC Preparing for College and Careers - 1 semester (1 credit)
*8th 9th or 10th Grade
OTHER COMMON 9th Grade Electives:
Spanish (Encouraged if going for the Academic Honors Diploma)
Band
Choir
Drawing / Photography / Ceramics
Principles of Ag
Intro to Engineering and Design
Principles of Entrepreneurship
Study Hall / Student Assistant (Think about this one. . . Would you rather have more flexibility as a Junior / Senior? Or, as a Freshman???)
Technical Honors Diploma
What is the difference between Academic honors and Technical honors?
-Tech. honors 3 years (6 credits) of Math instead of 4 years (8 credits) for Academic honors
- No World Language Requirement
- 6 credits in College and Career Pathway (at WeBo or off-site)
- Business / Computer Science (11-12)
- Ed. Professions (11-12)
- Engineering = Intro to Engineering (9th), Principles of Engineering and Digital Electronics
- Agriculture = Principles of Ag (9th) + 2 other Ag courses
- Entrepreneurship = Principles (9th) + Small Business Operations + New Venture Dev.
- Radio TV (11-12)
Students can also complete College and Career Pathway by participating in off-site CTE Program.
Additional Technical Honors Diploma Requirements
- C- or higher in courses that count toward diploma
- Overall 3.0 GPA or higher
- Complete 1 of the following:
-"Pathway designated" dual credits (6 transcripted college credits from "priority course list"
- Complete one of the following:
-Accuplacer minimum scores (Writing: 80; Reading: 90; Math:75)
-Compass minimum scores (Algebra: 66; Writing: 70; Reading: 80)
- Complete AP courses (4 credits) and exams
-Complete Dual Credit courses from "Priority Course List" (6 transcripted college credits)
-Complete 1 AP course (2 credits) with exam AND Dual Credit course(s) from "Priority Course List" (3 transcripted college credits)
-SAT Score 1250 or higher with minimum 590 ERW / 560 Math
- ACT composite 26 or higher must include writing
AP / Dual Credit
- Advanced Placement (AP)
- AP Exam score CAN qualify you for college credit
- Fees covered by IN for Math, science, English and free / reduced
- $99 exam fee for all others
- English Lit, English Lang, Chemistry, World History, US History,
Microeconomics, Studio Art
Dual Credits
- IVY Tech (free)
- Calculus, PreCalc/Trig, Anatomy / Physiology, Biology, Spanish 3H&4, Intro to Eng.
Design, Principles of Engineering, most Ag, some Vocational
CTE (Vocational) Options
- Available Junior and/or Senior Year
- Ideal Scheduling = PCC/Health - 9th Grade and U.S. History - 10th Grade
- Off site 3-4 periods
- Must provide own transportation to JEL (transportation will be provided to most West Central programs)
- Must be on track with graduation requirements
- J. Everett Light (North Central HS - Indpls)
- Health Careers (Med Asst, Dental, Nursing)
-Criminal Justice
-Vet. Careers
-Others
West Central (Crawfordsville / Southmont)
- Tri-Vo Auto- Cosmo
- Health Careers
- Fire and Rescue
- Prec. Machining
- Business
- Construction Trades
- Industrial Maintenance
- Welding
- Others