High Curriculum

Arlington High Schools is known for its diverse learning opportunities! ACS offers a comprehensive high school program that emphasizes academic excellence while preparing each student to become a productive citizen. With more than 31 college-level courses, 12 industry certifications, 40+ clubs and 20+ sports teams, AHS is truly A Place for Everyone.

The diverse academic curriculum includes Honors, Advanced Placement, Dual Credit and Dual Enrollment courses. The curriculum also features opportunities in the areas of Fine Arts and Career & Technical Education. AHS partners with several universities and colleges to provide our students with dual credit and dual enrollment courses, including the University of Memphis, the University of Tennessee Martin, Southwest Tennessee Community College and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT)! Dive deeper into the curriculum by viewing the pacing guides below or by visiting Arlington High School's website.

AHS is also home to three thriving academies that help get students ready for their next phase in life, be it college or the workforce. These academies include the Academy of Engineering & Innovation, Collegiate Academy and PAVE Fine Arts Academy (Performing Arts & Visual Experience).

Road to Graduation & Curriculum

Graduation Requirements

By graduation, our students must have completed the following:

Course	Credit
English	4.00
Mathematics (Including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a 4^th higher level math course)	4.00
Science (Including Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and a 3^rd lab course)	3.00
Social Studies (U.S. History & Geography, World History & Geography, U.S. Government & Civics, and Economics)	3.00
Wellness & Physical Education*	1.50
Personal Finance	0.50
Fine Arts	1.00
Foreign/World Languages (two years of same language)	2.00
Elective Focus (Math & Science, CTE, Humanities/Liberal Arts, Advanced Placement, Journalism, etc.)	3.00
Total Credits	22

Students must take English and Mathematics each year in high school. Students taking Physical Science and/or Algebra I Honors and/or Foreign Language prior to entering high school must take an additional 4 units of mathematics, 3 units of science and 2 years of the same foreign language in grades 9 - 12 in order to meet Tennessee Diploma Project graduation requirements.

*The physical education requirement may be met by substituting an equivalent time of physical activity in other areas including but not limited to marching band, JROTC, cheerleading, interscholastic athletics, and school sponsored intramural athletics. See your school counselor for more information.

Diploma Types

Mathematics

Standard Math Courses

Honors Mathematics Courses

Advanced Placement/Dual Enrollment Math Courses

AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Statistics
Dual Enrollment Math (University of Memphis Curriculum)

English

Standard English Courses

Honors English Courses

Advanced Placement/Dual Enrollment English Courses

AP English 11
AP English 12
AP Research
AP Seminar
Dual Enrollment English (University of Memphis Curriculum)

Science

Standard Science Courses

Honors Science Courses

Biology I Honors
Chemistry I Honors
Physics Honors
Anatomy & Physiology Honors

AP/Dual Enrollment Science Courses

AP Physics 1
AP Physics C
AP Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Environmental Science (Industry Credential: Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification)
Dual Enrollment Biology (University of Memphis Curriculum)

Social Studies

Standard Social Studies Courses

Honors Social Studies Courses

AP/Dual Enrollment Social Studies

AP World History
AP U.S. History
AP Human Geography
AP Macroeconomics
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP Psychology
AP European History
Dual Enrollment Personal Finance (University of Memphis Curriculum)

Foreign Language

Standard Foreign Language Courses

Honors Foreign Language Courses

AP Foreign Language Courses

Fine Arts

Visual Arts

Instrumental Music

Vocal Music

Theatre & Communication Arts

Media Arts

Intro to Media
Intro to Media Honors
Digital Journalism
Sports Media Production
Advanced Film & Video
Film Theory
Television Production
Film Dual Enrollment (University of Memphis Curriculum)

Wellness

Career & Technical Education

Advanced Manufacturing (Machining)

Machining Dual Enrollment (Southwest Community College) Industry Credential: NIMS
Machining II Dual Enrollment (Southwest Community College)

Advanced Manufacturing (Mechatronics)

Mechatronics I Dual Enrollment (Southwest Community College)
Mechatronics II Dual Enrollment (Southwest Community College)

Advanced Manufacturing (Welding)

Welding I Dual Enrollment (TN College of Applied Technology - TCAT) Industry Credential: OSHA 10
Welding II Dual Enrollment (TN College of Applied Technology - TCAT)
Welding III Dual Enrollment (TN College of Applied Technology - TCAT) Industry Credential: Welding - AWS (American Welding Society)

Business Management & Administration

Computer Applications
Introduction to Business & Marketing
Accounting I
Business Communications Industry Credential: Southwest Airlines Professional Communications Certification
Business Management Local Dual Credit (Southwest TN Community College)
Advanced Computer Applications Industry Credential: Advanced Computer Applications - MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist)

Health Science

Health Science Education
Medical Therapeutics Industry Credential: OSHA 10
Anatomy & Physiology
Clinical Internship Industry Credential: Adult Infant & Child CPR/AED/First Aid
Work-Based Learning/Career Practicum
Dual Enrollment Nursing (UT Martin Curriculum)

Human Services

Information Technology

Computer Science Foundations
Coding I
Coding II Industry Credential: CIW Javascript Specialist
Coding Practicum Industry Credential: CIW Advanced HTML5/CSS3
Cybersecurity I
Cybersecurity II Industry Credential: CompTIA Fundamentals+
AP Computer Science Principles

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

Criminal Justice I Industry Credential: OSHA 10
Criminal Justice II
Criminal Justice III Industry Credential: Unarmed Security Guard
Criminal Justice Dual Enrollment (UT Martin Curriculum)

Entrepreneurship

Intro to Entrepreneurship
Marketing & Management I - Principles
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship Dual Enrollment (University of Memphis Curriculum)
Business & Entrepreneurship Practicum
Work-Based Learning Dual Enrollment (University of Memphis Curriculum)

STEM

STEM 1: Foundation Industry Credential: OSHA 10
STEM II: Applications
STEM III: STEM in Context
STEM IV: STEM Practicum Industry Credential: Solidworks
BioSTEM 1
BioSTEM 2
BioSTEM 3

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