Dual Enrollment

Accounting is often said to be the “language of business.” Students will learn the skills necessary to recognize and utilize accounting information and analyze financial data. Demand for Accountants is extremely high in today’s job market! This course is a must for students majoring in Accounting, Business Ownership, Finance, Management and/or Marketing. Course is also said to be useful for those who want to study engineering. Students will find themselves a semester ahead of other students who did not take this course in high school! Eligible for transferrable Advanced Studies Credit through SUNY Erie. Course may be taken as an elective or a 3rd unit of Math. The General Journal, Special Journals, Service & Merchandising Businesses will be explored.

Topics may also include:

• Checking Accounts & Bank Reconciliations
• Payroll Records, Payroll Taxes, Basic Tax Returns & Investments
• Accounting Careers, Accounting Ethics & Internal Auditing Procedures
• Computer Accounting Software & Spreadsheets
• Field Trips & Guest Speakers

Note: Students need to pass a minimum of two Mathematics classes and pass one Mathematics Regents Examination in order to be eligible for Accounting to be applied as the third year Mathematics option.

GRADE LEVELS: 10, 11, 12

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: ACCOUNTING INDUSTRY EXAM

AP Calculus is a full-year mathematics course designed to prepare students to take the AP Calculus examination and obtain college credit. This course is equivalent to approximately 1.5 semesters of college calculus course and covers the theory, techniques, and applications of both differential and integral calculus, emphasizing properties of functions and their graphs (recommended course outline of The College Board). Most colleges require a student to take calculus in order to prepare for a career, not only in mathematics and engineering, but also in the sciences, psychology, economics, and business administration. Eligible for transferable Advanced Studies credit through SUNY Erie.

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation; successful completion of Pre-Calc

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: AP CALCULUS A/B & LOCAL PROJECT

This course is designed for students who are contemplating science as a major field of study in college, and will prepare students for the AP-C examination (mechanics). Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems in statics, kinematics, linear and rotational dynamics, gravitation, work, and energy. Some problems require knowledge of calculus, but much of the required calculus is covered in class. Students will have the opportunity to perform virtual simulations of problems and gain hands-on experience with advanced laboratory exercises. This course may be taken the same year as Chemistry. The AP Physics Labs are inquiry-based and comparable to college physics labs. NOTE: Can be used for the third year of science credit.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Regents Physics; Concurrent enrollment in, final course grade of 90% or better: Algebra 2 or science teacher recommendation

GRADE LEVEL: S/B 11, 12

40 WEEKS/5 MEETINGS PER WEEK PLUS LAB PLUS TWICE PER 4 DAY CYCLE
1 CREDIT
EXAM: AP PHYSICS-C AND LOCAL

This course involves a thorough study of the physical forces that affect mankind including such topics as: mechanics and heat, wave theory, electricity and magnetism, atomic energy, and nuclear physics, 1,200 minutes of laboratory work with successfully written reports are required. A student not completing the laboratory requirement will be barred from the Physics Regents Examination.
NOTE: Can be used for the third year of science credit.

Prerequisites: Passing grade on Earth & Space Science & Biology Exams; a 75% on Algebra or science teacher recommendation

GRADE LEVELS: 11, 12

40 WEEKS/5 MEETINGS PER WEEK PLUS LAB
1 CREDIT

This course provides practical day-to-day applications involving mathematics. Eligible for transferrable Advanced Studies Credit through SUNY Erie. Course may be taken as an elective or a 3rd unit of Math.

Some of the main topics include:

• Basic Math Skills Review
• Paychecks & Taxes
• Checking & Saving Accounts
• Loans, Installment Buying and Credit Cards
• Investments and Insurance
• Purchases, Sales, Mark-ups & Discounts
• Car Loans, Apartment Renting and Mortgages
• Financial Statements, Ratios & Charts
• Management, Partnerships, Business Costs & Inventory
• Current Events, Spreadsheets & Computer Research

Note: Students need to pass a minimum of two Mathematics classes and pass one Mathematics Regents Examination in order to be eligible for Business Math to be applied as the third year Mathematics option.

GRADE LEVELS: 9, 10, 11, 12

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL

Business Ownership & Management offers students the opportunity to experience a simulated business environment and examine all facets of being an employee of a firm. Eligible for transferrable Advanced Studies Credit through SUNY Buffalo State.

• Learn how to operate your own business
• Create a business plan for your own business and present it to a panel of business professionals/”potential investors”
• Work as employees in departments including Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Sales, and Personnel
• Perform daily activities and contact other firms to conduct business

GRADE LEVELS: 9, 10, 11, 12

40 WEEKS/5 MEETINGS PER WEEK
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL

Spend time in class with teachers and school counselors preparing yourself for college while exploring career path possibilities:

• Researching admissions requirements for colleges of interest
• Learn to use Naviance for college & career information
• Strategically ask teachers to write you a letter of recommendation (the right way)
• Meet with college representatives
• Multiple college campus tour field trip opportunities
• Plan your own college visits
• Research summer opportunities, such as employment, educational programs, college courses for high school students, or volunteer work
• Complete your resume (on paper and on Naviance) and keep it up- to-date
• Learn to organize your post-high school planning
• Work on and submit college applications (Common Application, etc.) • Research and apply for scholarships
• Apply for financial aid (FAFSA)
• Work on college essays
• Learn how to manage money you earn, including bank accounts, credit cards, and investments
• Where does your paycheck go? Learn about budgeting, taxes, and social security
• Do you plan on getting a new car? Do you want to rent an apartment? What type of insurance will you need once you move out?

GRADE LEVELS: 11, 12 (REQUIRED FOR BUSINESS & FINANCE ACADEMY)
40 WEEKS/5 MEETINGS PER WEEK
1 CREDIT EXAM: LOCAL

This course is appropriate for students interested in exploring STEM Careers. This course provides instruction in college algebra and trigonometry. Students who complete College Math 1 can go on to take College Math 2. Basic algebra skills are reviewed and extended, such as exponents, complex and real numbers, and rational expressions. Functions, in general, and their inverses are studied along with the properties, graphs, and transformations of linear, quadratic, absolute value, radical, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Equations of the above functions, as well as linear systems of equations and linear and absolute value inequalities are solved. Eligible for transferable Advanced Studies credit through SUNY Erie.

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL FINAL IN JUNE

This course is recommended for students who plan on attending college. It builds on the topics discussed in College Math 1. Topics include trigonometry, the unit circle, trigonometric equations, complex numbers, quadratics, conics, polynomial and rational functions, probability and statistics. You may be able to earn four college credits through SUNY Erie by taking this course! Students have the option of taking the Algebra 2 exam in January if they are working toward an Advanced Designation Diploma.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of College Math 1 or Algebra 2

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL FINAL IN JUNE

Level 4 in the target language is communication oriented. Students learn to control with greater ease and fluency the skills they have previously learned. They are exposed to literature, history and culture, and classroom discussions in the world language. The exact curriculum correlates with the SUNY College System. A final evaluation will be given. Up to 3 SUNY college credits are available.

Prerequisites: Level 3 & Teacher Recommendation

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL

The objective of Course 5 is the development and application of an appreciation of the target language and some of its literary expressions. In speech and in writing, students will be able to express mature reactions, opinions and sound critical judgments in correct, contemporary language. A final evaluation will be given. Up to 3 SUNY college credits are available.

Prerequisites: Level 4H & Teacher Recommendation

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: LOCAL

The emphasis in this course is on preparing students to study Calculus. All material is covered at a demanding level which will provide the rigorous background needed for a study of Calculus. Topics include the study of polynomial and rational functions, modeling motion with vectors, and extensions of logarithmic and trigonometric functions, as well as an introduction to calculus. Eligible for transferable Advanced Studies credit through SUNY Erie.

Prerequisite: successful completion of Algebra 2

40 WEEKS
1 CREDIT
EXAM: SEMESTER EXAMS IN JANUARY AND JUNE

Forensic Science is a full year college-level elective course that offers students the opportunity to investigate many aspects of Forensic Science. Major topics of study include processing a crime scene, collecting and preserving evidence, identifying types of physical evidence, analysis of organic and inorganic evidence, hairs, fibers, blood and blood spatter, DNA profiling, death, forensic toxicology, casts and impressions, tool marks and ballistics. This course is offered through Niagara University (NU), but is taught in Ken-Ton by a certified high school instructor. As a full year course, students who successfully complete the course can earn one high school credit. Students who successfully complete the class, and pay the NU tuition, can earn three college credits.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Chemistry course is highly recommended

GRADE LEVELS: 11, 12

40 WEEKS/5 MEETING PER WEEK PLUS LAB
1 CREDIT
EXAM: NU EXAM OR LOCAL