NHS Academic Planner Course Catalog

Academic Planner / Course Catalog

Noble High School · 2026–2027

Academic Planner & Course Catalog

This is your guide to the courses offered at Noble High School for the 2026–2027 school year — built to help students and parents choose courses for pre-enrollment. Courses that don’t attract enough students during registration will not be offered, so choose thoughtfully.

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23units required to graduate

12subject areas of NHS courses

6credit hours required senior year (OSDE)

29Mid-America Technology Center programs

Planning Your Four Years

Meeting graduation requirements is the responsibility of the student and parent. The school’s staff can and will give advice about the courses that are offered, but ultimately success in high school rests upon the shoulders of each student.

High school counselors and teachers are your greatest source of information when making course selections. Work with them to plan courses for the entire four years of high school — not just the coming year. As you build a four-year plan, weigh graduation requirements, prior successes and failures, special interests and aptitudes, college entrance requirements, possible Career Tech interest, and other career plans.

Every Bear has an ICAP. The Individual Career and Academic Plan is a multi-year process that guides you through the coursework and activities for achieving personal career goals — like a career and academic GPS. Certain ICAP requirements must be completed each year of high school as a graduation requirement.

OKCareerGuide.org Website is our district’s online tool for tracking your ICAP and the state’s official college-planning site. Students and parents can explore colleges and careers, build a plan for life after high school, and apply for colleges and financial aid.

Senior-Year Load

The OSDE requires high school seniors to carry 6 credit hours their senior year. All students attend an entire school day — the exceptions are Career Tech enrollment, concurrent enrollment, mentorships, internships, and work study.

Course Selection & Schedule Policies

Course selection should be a firm decision, thoughtfully made by the student after careful consultation with parents, teachers, and counselors. Consider:

Graduation requirements — both total credits and specific courses
Prior successes and failures
Outside credit earned
Prerequisites — avoid misplacement from missing recommended courses

Schedule Corrections First two weeks of school · approved reasons only

Pick up a schedule correction form in Student Services and turn it in there before a change will be considered. Students may only drop classes with an approved and validated reason from the administration. All schedule corrections are made within the first two weeks of school. Students will not be allowed to make schedule corrections for teacher preference.

Advanced Placement classes may not be dropped after four weeks into the semester. If a class is dropped with a doctor’s letter after the first nine weeks of a semester, a “WP” (withdrawal/passing) or “WF” (withdrawal/failing) is placed on the permanent transcript, determined on the date the doctor’s note is approved by an administrator.

Retaking a Course Higher grade counts toward GPA

A student may retake a class in an attempt to receive a higher grade if space allows. Retaking a course with the same mode of instruction puts both grades on the transcript, but only the higher grade is used to calculate the overall GPA. Valedictorian and Salutatorian status will not be changed due to students electing to repeat a course.

Concurrent Enrollment College credit for 11th–12th graders

Noble High School students can earn college and high school credit through an adopted concurrent enrollment program. See the counselor for program guidelines — students must be in 11th–12th grade to be eligible.

Each concurrent course is issued one full high school unit of credit, except English Comp I and English Comp II, which are issued one-half unit each. Comp I is the equivalent of English III and Comp II is the equivalent of English IV. Only courses that parallel a weighted course at NHS are granted weighted status.

Virtual & Online Coursework Preapproval required

Online courses taken for credit through EdGenuity must be preapproved by the high school principal prior to enrollment. For online education guidelines, see Noble Public Schools Board Policy (EHDF) and the Noble Public Schools Virtual Student Handbook.

Honors & AP Courses Advanced-level courses for motivated students

Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses count for high school credit and meet graduation requirements while being taught at an advanced level, providing academic challenge for highly motivated students. Courses with an honors or AP option carry that designation in the descriptions below.

AP courses that can’t be offered at NHS due to course-request size are sometimes available through outside organizations. Students are responsible for any costs, and must notify the school and obtain approval before enrolling to make sure the course fits their schedule.

NCAA / NAIA Eligibility College athletics — register by end of sophomore year

Planning to play college sports? Register with the eligibility center by the end of your sophomore year so your counselor has time to make sure you’re taking the necessary courses — and maintain an approved GPA. Once you’re registered, notify your counselor.

Learn more at ncaa.org Website or naia.org Website, or see your counselor for support. Reminder for NCAA hopefuls: 10 NCAA-approved units must be completed before your 7th semester of high school.

Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship Apply in grades 8–11

Oklahoma’s Promise allows students in 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade to apply. Families must meet specific income requirements, and students must meet academic and conduct requirements in high school. Created by the Legislature in 1992 to help more Oklahoma families send their children to college, the program is administered by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Visit okpromise.org Website for more information.

Early Graduation for Juniors Declare by October 1

Junior students wishing to graduate early must be able to meet course requirements by the end of the summer semester following graduation day, meet with the counselor, and submit a signed Early Graduation Form — declaring their intent to administration by October 1st.

Approved early graduates who declare before Oct. 1 are included on the Senior Panel and listed as seniors in the yearbook.
Early graduates are not eligible for Valedictorian, Salutatorian, or Honors recognition.
Grade level does not change — students are considered 11th graders graduating early.
Early graduates may attend the Senior Trip if they have paid 11th-grade class dues and met all early-graduation deadlines.
Early graduates are eligible for Senior Send Off if deadlines are met, but are not listed as 12-year seniors.

Graduation Requirements

All students complete 23 total units. Which set of requirements applies depends on your graduating class — and students in the classes of ’27, ’28, and ’29 can opt in to the newer Career Pathways requirements.

Career Pathways — Class of 2030 & Beyond

Requirement	Units
English	4 units
Math (Algebra I and above)	4 units — may be completed any time in grades 8–12
Science	3 units — Biology I, a physical science (Physical Science / Chemistry / Physics), and a third science
Social Studies	3 units — must include U.S. History (1), Oklahoma History (½), and Government (½)
Selected Career Pathway	6 units aligned with the student’s ICAP
Additional Electives	3 units
Total	23 units

Beyond the 23 Units

Students must also complete the Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) requirements — career assessments, postsecondary and workforce goals, a completed FAFSA application and education plan — plus CPR and financial literacy training, and pass the U.S. Citizenship Test. Students with NCAA goals should highlight NCAA-approved courses on their credit check with their counselor.

College Preparatory / Work Ready — Classes of 2027, 2028 & 2029

4 units of English — Grammar, Composition, Literature, or any English course approved for college admission requirements
3 units of mathematics — limited to Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math Analysis, Calculus, AP Statistics, or any math course with content at or above Algebra I approved for college admission requirements
3 units of laboratory science — limited to Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or any lab science with content and rigor equal to or above Biology approved for college admission requirements
3 units of history and citizenship skills — one unit of American History, one-half unit of Oklahoma History, one-half unit of U.S. Government, and one unit from History, Government, Geography, Economics, Civics, or Non-Western Culture
2 units of the same world language — or two units of computer technology approved for college admission requirements (excluding keyboarding or typing courses)
1 additional unit — from the categories above, career and technology education, concurrent enrollment, AP, or IB courses approved for college admission requirements
1 unit or set of competencies of fine arts — music, art, or drama — or 1 unit or set of competencies of speech

From the NHS Handbook — grades at a glance. Grading scale: A = 90–100 · B = 80–89 · C = 70–79 · D = 60–69 · F = 0–59. To keep credit in a course, don’t miss more than 10 days in that class per semester; to stay eligible for activities, pass at least five classes. AP courses carry a 5.0 weight when you take the exam. Full details live in the NHS Handbook.

Honors & Recognition

Valedictorian & Salutatorian

The high school principal determines the valedictorians from members of the graduating class. Valedictorians are graduating seniors receiving a standard diploma who have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 4.0 or above and/or rank number one in the senior class. To be considered for valedictorian, salutatorian, or top ten (Honors) recognition, students must have completed four advanced classes during grades 9–12 — AP, concurrent courses, or any math/science beyond Oklahoma State requirements. GPA for these honors is based on grades earned during the first seven semesters, and students must be enrolled at Noble High School by September 1st of their senior year.

Oklahoma Academic Scholar

Graduating seniors who meet all of the requirements below are recognized by the district and the State Board of Education as Oklahoma Academic Scholars:

Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.7, or top 10% of the graduating class
27+ on the ACT or 1220+ on the SAT, taken on a national test date before graduation
Complete (or will complete) the curricular requirements for a standard diploma

Testing

Where each test fits in your high school plan — see your counselor for registration help, and ask about fee waivers for the ACT if you qualify for free/reduced lunch.

Pre-ACT

All sophomores · Fall

Gives you a predicted ACT score and serves as practice for the ACT, with guidance for improving areas of weakness. Includes an interest inventory that maps your interests to college and career options.

PSAT/NMSQT

Juniors (sophomores for practice) · October

The first step into the National Merit Scholarship Program and practice for the SAT. Only the junior-year score counts for scholarship competition. Registration opens in September.

ACT

All juniors · state testing program

Given annually to all juniors, and any student can register for a national test date at act.org Website. Colleges usually consider your highest composite score for admission and scholarships.

SAT

Optional · national test dates

A college entrance exam required by some colleges and scholarship programs, measuring verbal and math abilities. Register at collegeboard.com Website or see your counselor for help.

ASVAB

Sophomores–seniors · mid-Fall

A multiple-aptitude battery that predicts success in military training and in education programs regardless of your post-secondary plans — and lets you explore careers matching your skill-interest profile.

U.S. Naturalization Test

Graduation requirement · offered annually

Oklahoma students must score at least 60 of 100 questions drawn from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services test (House Bill 2030, 2021). May be offered as early as 8th grade.

Course Descriptions

Every NHS course for 2026–2027, organized by department. Each listing shows the course number, grade levels, length, and credit; prerequisites are noted where they apply. AP denotes Advanced Placement courses — if you enroll in an AP course, you must take the AP exam to receive AP credit on your transcript. Looking for electives only? See the Elective Classes page.

Language Arts Math Social Studies Science Fine Arts World Languages PE Leadership Ag Ed FACS Marketing STEM

Language Arts

English I

4045 · Grade 9 · 1 unit

Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and literature will be studied. Outside reading is required.

English I Honors

4045 · Grade 9 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: passed both semesters of 8th grade English or 8th Grade Honors English with a C or above. Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and literature will be studied. Outside reading is required.

English II

4048 · Grade 10 · 1 unit

Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and world literature will be studied. Research writing will be introduced and is required.

English II Honors

4048 · Grade 10 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: passed both semesters of English I or English I Honors with a C or above. Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and world literature will be studied. Research writing will be introduced and is required.

English III

4051 · Grade 11 · 1 unit

Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and American literature will be studied. Outside reading for reports and essays is required, and research writing techniques will be studied.

English IV

4054 · Grade 12 · 1 unit

Grammar, composition, vocabulary, and British literature will be studied. Research paper is REQUIRED.

AP Language and Composition

4057 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: passed both semesters of English II or Pre-AP English II with a C or above. Intensive college-prep study of composition and literary analysis, primarily of non-fiction selections. Students must be self-motivated and should already have solid command of grammar and composition skills. This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Exam. If a student enrolls in this course, he or she MUST take the AP Exam, or only the standard English III or English IV credit will be transcribed.

Creative Writing

4301 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

This elective class will cover a variety of creative writing assignments. Possibilities include several kinds of poetry, essays, short stories, and plays.

Yearbook

4240 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Designed for experienced yearbook or journalism students interested in publishing. Students learn to create layouts, edit copy, photograph people and events, and design personal and business ads for the school yearbook. Students should have desktop publishing skills and must be able to work against deadlines. Participation in fundraising activities may also be required.

Academic Team

2735 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

A competitive academic team course. Preparation and participation in the OSSAA Academic Bowl are the primary goals, with a focus on knowledge obtainment and problem solving from multiple disciplines. Students must try out to be in Academic Team.

ACT Prep

2740 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An elective course for college-bound students: test registration information, strategies for taking the ACT, and exercises for improving skills in all areas of the test. Students also research colleges, complete college and scholarship applications, hear guest speakers, visit campuses, and take a pre-test and post-test in each ACT content area.

Mathematics

Algebra I

4411 · Grades 9–10 · 1 unit

The foundation of all other math courses. A review of basic operations involving fractions and integers, plus evaluation of algebraic expressions, factoring, solving equations, graphing, and working with exponents.

Geometry

4520 · Grades 9–10 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Algebra I. Materials needed: compass, protractor. Covers the basic concepts and applications of geometric principles, with activities, hands-on experiences, and projects to explore and reinforce geometric relationships. Designed for students needing extra practice and reinforcement while learning basic geometry skills.

Geometry Honors

4520 · Grades 9–10 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Algebra I. A college preparatory course beginning with point, line, and plane. Students develop and prove theorems, understand postulates, and derive and use properties of parallel lines and planes, congruent and similar triangles, right triangles, circles, constructions, area and volume, coordinate geometry, and transformations.

Algebra II

4413 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Algebra I. An extension of Algebra I: real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphs, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, irrational and complex numbers, quadratic equations and functions, systems of equations, analytic geometry, and exponential and logarithmic functions.

Honors Algebra II

4414 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry. A college preparatory course designed to prepare students for AP Calculus: Algebra I concepts, matrices, conic sections, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and discrete mathematics and probability. The graphing calculator is used extensively.

Pre-AP Calculus

4612 · Grades 10–11 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Honors Algebra II and Honors Geometry. A college preparatory course preparing students for AP Calculus. Extends polynomial functions, systems of equations, complex numbers, sequences and series, and analytic geometry; introduces trigonometry, probability, rational functions, limits, and mathematical induction. The graphing calculator is used extensively.

Advanced Placement Calculus

4615 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Pre-AP Calculus. Equivalent to an introductory college calculus course. AP Calculus AB develops understanding of the concepts of calculus with a multi-representational approach — graphical, numerical, analytical, and verbal. Expect extensive problem solving and in-depth analysis; self-motivation is expected. Students who enroll MUST take the AP exam to receive AP credit on their transcript.

Statistics

4740 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. A basic understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics: measures of central tendency, standard deviation, combinations and permutations, probability, sampling, and normal distributions, with an emphasis on applications and data analysis.

Math of Finance

4770 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry. The study of real-world financial literacy: personal finance, investments, financial planning, taxes, credit, credit cards, and loans.

Modern U.S. History

5610 · Grade 9 · 1 unit

An introduction to events from Reconstruction through the early 21st century, analyzed from political, social, and cultural perspectives.

Modern History Honors

5610 · Grade 9 · 1 unit

A college preparatory course developing a deeper understanding of American historical events from Reconstruction through the early 21st century, with extensive reading and analysis from political, social, and cultural perspectives.

U.S. History

5411 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Modern U.S. History. A required two-semester course on the social and cultural aspects of the United States from 1850 to the present, using the full range of social studies processes and research skills.

U.S. History Honors

5411 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Modern U.S. History. A college preparatory course taking a deeper look into the social and cultural events that shaped the United States from 1850 to the present, using extensive research, analysis, and discourse.

Government

5541 · Grade 12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

A study of the American systems of government and why government is the institution through which society makes and enforces its public policies. Encourages active participation in government and citizenship through relevant topics, multiple viewpoints, case studies, and controversial issues.

Oklahoma History

5620 · Grade 12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

Emphasizes the contributions of all ethnic groups in the social, economic, and political development of the state, with a major focus on the unique role of the American Indian, including tribal variations in customs and practices, plus Oklahoma geography and developments since statehood.

Economics

2412 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

Understand money behavior, make and stick to a budget, and learn to cash-flow spending. Students learn about opportunity costs, the marketplace, credit, finances, and fiscal responsibility in a fluctuating economy.

World History

5731 · Grades 9–10 · 1 semester · ½ unit

Explore the historical backgrounds of present-day world issues while tracing the history of cultures and civilizations, personalities, art, music, and warfare. Builds note-taking, cooperative learning, writing, analysis, research, and map-reading skills.

Human Geography

5530 · Grades 9–10 · 1 semester · ½ unit

Designed to increase students’ knowledge, solve problems, and make well-informed decisions on spatial patterns of the human and physical dimensions of the world.

AP Human Geography

5790 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

A college-level course focused on spatial organization — the location of places, people, and events, and the connections among places and landscapes that shape virtually all human endeavors on the planet. Students who enroll MUST take the AP exam.

Psychology

5641 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

An elective emphasizing individual behavior: abnormal behavior, motivation and emotions, personal adjustment, learning theories, personality development, and the effects of heredity and environment. Paired with Sociology.

Sociology

5720 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

The study of human society — social action and social organization — using scientific research methods and theories to study social life in a wide variety of settings, and how patterns in attitudes and actions vary across time, cultures, and social groups.

Military History

5789 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Increases student knowledge of the causes and outcomes of war, looking at the political, economic, social, and scientific aspects of human conflict.

The American West

5780 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

The American frontier from the Louisiana Purchase through Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency — all aspects of life among Native Americans, settlers, and cowboys.

Science

Physical Science

5161 · Grade 9 · 1 unit

The study of non-life science: the basics of atoms, chemical reactions, force, and motion. A basic introduction to the fields of chemistry and physics.

Biology I

5031 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Physical Science. The study of living organisms: classification, cells, heredity, and ecological relations.

Honors Biology

5032 · Grades 9–10 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Physical Science. An accelerated course covering classification, the cell, heredity, and ecology.

Chemistry I

5051 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Biology I. The study of materials, their composition, and the changes they undergo: matter and change, atomic structure, and reactions. Lab skills are introduced and developed.

Physics I

5211 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Algebra I and current enrollment in Algebra II or greater. An introduction to the properties, changes, and interactions of matter and energy: motion and forces, energy, thermodynamics, gravity, sound, light, and electricity.

AP Biology

5035 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Physical Science and Biology. An introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding through inquiry-based investigations exploring energetics, information storage and transfer, and system interactions.

Zoology

5240 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Biology I. An in-depth study of animals, vertebrate and invertebrate, including ecological relationships and comparative anatomy. Includes dissection of a representative of each major animal group.

Human Anatomy

5333 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Biology I. The structure of the human body. Biochemistry, cell, and tissue study precede a system-by-system approach covering skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and nervous systems, with mammalian anatomy studied by lab dissection of a fetal animal.

Botany

5040 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Physical Science and Biology. The scientific study of plants and their relationship to the environment: growth, anatomy, reproduction, morphology, physiology, biochemistry, taxonomy, genetics, and ecology.

Astronomy

5020 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Physical Science and Biology. The study of bodies in space: physical, chemical, and geological properties of stars, galaxies, and the universe, plus stellar evolution and the basic physics of celestial motion and gravity.

Environmental Science

5120 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Study the environment and how to solve environmental problems in biology, physics, meteorology, geography, and earth and life sciences.

Ecology

5350 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Physical Science and Biology. The interactions between organisms and their environment: population and community ecology, biodiversity, and sustainability.

Fine Arts

Arts and Crafts I

2821 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Learn about traditional and contemporary crafts, producing functional and/or decorative projects with the tools and techniques of mediums like paint, clay, fabric, metal, wood, and yarn.

Art I

2808 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Arts and Crafts or teacher approval. An introduction to the Elements and Principles of Design in a studio arranged for team development and instructor guidance, with an introduction to the basic mediums used in art.

Art II

2809 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Art I and teacher approval. For the serious artist: thirty technical drawings across every style, perspective techniques, proportion, tessellations, and the formal rules of design — no tracing at this level. Fast-paced, building drawing and problem-solving skills.

Art III

2810 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Art II and teacher approval. For the advanced artist: organize your portfolio into a professional presentation, print landscapes and make an edition, paint a watercolor portrait, work with several printing methods, and develop a concentration and theme through the year.

Art IV

2811 · Grade 12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Art III and teacher approval. An advanced, student-directed course building competence in analysis, evaluation, and creation of works of art, extending the student’s portfolio in quality and range.

Sculpture I

2901 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Arts and Crafts or Art I. Basic sculpture techniques — carving, casting, modeling, and welding — with emphasis on line, plane, shape, and volume, using plaster, metal, clay, and wood.

Sculpture II

2902 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Sculpture I. Fabrication techniques in wood, metal, and other building and industrial materials, including basic carpentry, woodshop skills, and an introduction to metal fabrication.

Graphic Arts

2851 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Procedures and software used in the graphic communication and design industries, with creative problem solving across multiple areas of graphic communications. Extensive use of Adobe Suite products.

Band

3001 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Continue to develop musically, responsibly, and individually while learning to work as a group. Members perform at football games, give concerts, and attend in-state and out-of-state competitions. Covers basic music theory and appreciation.

Lab Band

3022 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Band. Requires previous playing experience. Study and play Dixieland, twelve-bar blues, swing, and big band arrangements. Basic theory, including chord structures, develops the ability to “ad lib” solos.

Music Appreciation

3053 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

A basic understanding of music and an appreciation for a variety of genres and cultures, applying the elements of music to favorite songs and investigating how music has changed throughout history.

Vocal Music I

3071 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Structured for beginning or intermediate choir students; offers fine arts credit. Learn and perform a wide variety of musical literature for concerts, with basic sight-reading, ear-training, and music theory.

Vocal Music II — Treble Choir

3072 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Structured for advanced choir students. Learn and perform varied musical literature in concerts and contests. Performances count toward the grade and rehearsals may be held after school — this is a competitive choir with a high commitment level.

Vocal Productions/Theater

3023 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

A rigorous live performance art course for both acting and choral students. Express creativity and learn the elements of production — directing, acting, singing, choreography, and design — while practicing and performing live shows. Many practices are after school hours.

Drama I

4019 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An introduction to the theatre: its history and significant plays, plus technical production areas like makeup, lighting, costuming, and set design.

Drama II

4020 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Drama I. Advanced knowledge and application of theatre, primarily in performance, with special focus on improv, acting styles, directing, and playwriting. Includes scene work, monologues, a final public performance, and intense study of a variety of plays — some rehearsal and performance after school hours.

Stagecrafts

2856 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

The study of technical theatre — combining visual art, performance, technology, vocational training, industrial arts, design, business management, architecture, drafting, cultural history, and theatrical arts. Students develop real-world skills and create products and sets for the Vocal Productions/Theater class.

Competitive Speech

4221 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An advanced course for competitive speech and acting: preparation for and competition in interscholastic contests, a personal portfolio and repertoire, and participation in theatrical productions. After-school and some Saturday participation is required.

World Languages

Spanish I

3161 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An introduction to the Spanish language stressing listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing, with grammar as an important component, plus the geography and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

Spanish II

3162 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Spanish I. Intermediate language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing with continued emphasis on grammatical structure and continued study of the geography, history, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

Spanish III

3163 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Spanish II. Focus on Hispanic culture and history through reading and discussion in Spanish, including short stories and poetry from a variety of Hispanic countries, plus advanced grammar structures.

Spanish IV

3164 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Spanish III. The culture, history, and literature of Spanish-speaking countries through reading and discussion in the target language, with advanced grammar taught for mastery.

German I

3121 · Grades 9–11 · 1 unit

An introduction to pronunciation, basic comprehension, and communication in German through active class use of simple vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, with culture and contemporary events of German-speaking regions throughout.

German II

3122 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: German I. A continuation of German I with further introduction to the language and cultures of German-speaking countries, practicing listening, reading, writing, and speaking through in-class activities and homework.

German III

3123 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: German II. Continue developing proficiency in speaking, listening, writing, and reading by interacting with other speakers of German, understanding oral and written messages, and making level-appropriate presentations.

Latin

3131 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An introductory exploration of Latin and the world of the ancient Romans: a strong foundation in vocabulary and grammar for translating texts, plus Roman history and culture, Greek and Roman mythology, and the classical world’s influence on modern society.

Physical Education

3320 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Fitness concepts and conditioning techniques for optimal physical fitness: comprehensive weight training, cardiorespiratory endurance, and the fundamentals of strength, aerobic, and overall fitness training.

Physical Education — Event Based

3320 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Train for and complete local strength and/or endurance events throughout the school year. Designed for students not enrolled in competitive athletics who want to stay healthy and fit. Event entry fees are required.

Competitive Athletics

3300 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

For athletes training and competing in OSSAA-sanctioned sports. NHS offers: Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Cross Country, Fast-Pitch Softball, Football, Golf, Pom, Soccer, Track, Volleyball, and Wrestling.

PE — Strength and Conditioning

3300 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: enrollment in Competitive Athletics. The main year-round training component of NHS competitive athletics, using periodized exercise prescription to improve athlete and team performance.

Outdoor PE

3320 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Offered in conjunction with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation outdoor education initiative, including the Varsity Archery Program, Explore Bowhunting, and Hunter Education in the Schools.

E-Sports I

1552 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

A structured esports program focused on teamwork, communication, strategy, and sportsmanship: competitive gameplay, practice sessions, and analysis of game mechanics and team performance, plus leadership, digital citizenship, and gaming-related career pathways.

Leadership & Internships

Leadership — Student Council

2760 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: teacher approval; application required. All aspects of leadership: self-awareness, leadership theories and styles, communication, organization, group processes, problem solving, and evaluation — applied to school activities. Students must be able to work outside class time for community service hours and school activity requirements.

Leadership II / STUCO

Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisites: Leadership I and teacher approval; application required. Built on the foundations and principles of Leadership I.

Junior Internship

2790 · Grade 11 · 1 unit

Learn about a chosen career field and determine if the career is for you — working alongside professionals and observing the workplace to gain specific knowledge about possible career choices.

Senior Internship

2791 · Grade 12 · 1 unit

Continue learning about a chosen career field and determine if it’s right for you — working alongside professionals and observing the workplace to gain specific knowledge about possible career choices.

Agricultural Education

Agriscience I

8011 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite for all agriculture courses. An introductory course on the broad scope of agriculture-related industries: leadership skills, record keeping, public speaking, history of the organization, and an introduction to all upper-level course offerings.

Agricultural Power and Technology I

8010 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Agriscience I. Safety, operation, maintenance, and use of agricultural power, electronics, machinery and equipment, structures and utilities, soil and water management, and agricultural mechanics, including welding and cutting.

Agriculture Structures

8010 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Agriscience I. Skills and competencies in planning, constructing, and maintaining agricultural structures: sketching, drawing, plan reading, laying out structures, masonry, and some metal fabrication.

Animal Science I

8012 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Agriscience I. Information, knowledge, and skills for careers in animal production and animal science, with FFA activities for students interested in veterinary medicine, livestock production and nutrition, genetics, and laboratory techniques.

Family & Consumer Science

Intro. to Adulting

8415 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

A full-year course in consumer education, child development, personal and family relationships, housing and home management, clothing and textiles, and career education — with hands-on experience in cooking, sewing, planning children’s activities, and home projects. FCCLA is an integral part of the program.

Foods 1

8474 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

A foods laboratory course using nutrition knowledge to promote lifetime wellness: safe food handling, healthy menu planning and preparation techniques, stress-management strategies, and the needs of the competitive athlete. FCCLA leadership is an integral part of the course.

Foods 2

8475 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

Kitchen management basics and culinary exploration — stocks, sauces and soups, breakfast foods, and the science of baking — with emphasis on teamwork in the food service environment. A laboratory-based course; FCCLA leadership is integral.

Foods 3

8472 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

The physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food; causes of deterioration; principles of food processing; and improving foods for the consuming public — using laboratory and field investigations, scientific methods, and critical thinking. FCCLA leadership is integral.

Clothing & Design 1

8413 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

An introduction to fashion marketing and merchandising: basic fashion concepts and marketing terminology, fashion cycles, key components of the industry, retail merchandise categories, and fashion promotion, plus industry globalization, social media, sustainability, and career skills. FCCLA leadership is integral.

Clothing & Design 2

8425 · Grades 10–12 · 1 semester · ½ unit

Basic apparel design and construction: elements and principles of design, wardrobe planning, clothing care, fabric selection, and operating sewing technology and equipment while applying basic sewing skills. FCCLA leadership is integral.

Marketing Education

Noble Entrepreneurship

8616 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

The study of all aspects of starting a business: marketing and business operations fundamentals, self-assessment of your potential for creating a business or marketable product, and development of your own business plan. Self-employment is presented as a viable career option. Students are expected to join DECA.

Marketing Fundamentals

8602 · Grades 11–12 · 1 unit

The competencies required to secure and hold jobs plus a basic understanding of marketing concepts and foundations: human relations, math, communications, salesmanship, and leadership development. DECA is an integral part of the program and joining is recommended.

Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

8448 · Grades 10–12 · 1 unit

A general overview of the hospitality management industry, covering all the functional areas of the travel and tourism industry.

Business Management and Supervision

8606 · Grade 12 · 1 unit

Prerequisite: Marketing Education. The basic knowledge necessary for supervisors and managers: personnel management, layout security, economics, and entrepreneurship, plus legal aspects facing small business owners — reinforced with field trips and job shadowing. DECA membership is recommended.

STEM & Computer Offerings

Broadcast Production

8194 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Customer service, marketing, project management, and professionalism through video-based projects for broadcast production, building a professional portfolio with advanced video editing and production skills. Associated with BearNews and Business Professionals of America.

Fundamentals of Web Design

8153 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Fundamental web authoring skills and design strategies through XHTML with Cascading Style Sheets and future trends in web programming and scripting, then WYSIWYG editors and graphics applications to produce standards-based websites.

Digital Media Production

8191 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Prepare for careers in digital communication by developing personal and professional videos while applying appropriate certification and copyright standards.

Multimedia & Image Management

8150 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Fundamental skills in image creation and management: create, revise, optimize, and export graphics for video, print, and web publishing.

Introduction to Engineering Design

8709 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects like designing a new toy or improving an existing product.

Principles of Engineering

8710 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Explore a broad range of engineering topics — mechanisms, strength of structures and materials, and automation — then apply them to challenges like designing a self-powered car.

Fundamentals of Technology

Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Computer Technology I skills, including utilizing and manipulating data through a database application. Integrating multiple applications builds critical thinking as students choose the right tools to complete case projects.

Robotics Engineering / Advanced Robotics

8833 / 8866 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Design, build, program, and control robotic devices. A rigorous study of electrical concepts — energy sources, electrical safety, electronic components, sensors, and actuators — plus mechanical design, prototype development, design testing, programming, and proper engineering documentation.

Drone Technology

8260 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

Essential theory and design concepts of small unmanned aircraft systems: airframes, electronic motors, propellers, and the basic knowledge required to successfully pilot a drone.

Computer Applications I

2551 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An introduction to problem solving using computers and software, focused on the Microsoft Office applications.

Computer Applications II

2552 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

An expansion of Computer Applications I skills: data analysis, pivot tables, and advanced functions within the Microsoft Office Suite.

Computer Programming CAD — SolidWorks

8904 · Grades 9–12 · 1 unit

SolidWorks is an industry-recognized CAD program used extensively in fabrication and engineering design. Students use SolidWorks to assist Fabrication Lab students in designing new and improved products.

Mid-America Technology Center

Juniors and seniors may enroll in Mid-America Technology Center courses and receive four units of credit per year through Noble High School for that coursework. Most programs pair with Internship I (juniors) or Internship II (seniors) for an additional half credit per semester, and many lead to industry certifications. See your counselor for program details and application information.

Advanced Nursing Services

1 year · Seniors

Prepares students for the Practical Nursing Program and certification as an Advanced Unlicensed Assistant with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Oklahoma CNA certification required to enroll.

Automotive Service Technician

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Brakes, electrical, engine performance and repair, and steering and suspension — preparing for entry-level employment or college in the A.S.E. areas.

Broadband Installer

1 year · Seniors

Fiber optic theory and installation for telecommunications careers, with training in heavy equipment operation, poly fusion splicing, CDL prep, and OSHA-10 safety.

Business Office Assistant

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Office software, records, payroll, QuickBooks, and professional communication for employment in business, legal, insurance, and real estate offices.

CareerTech Explorer

1 year · Juniors

Experience multiple CareerTech programs of interest — personal finance, entrepreneurship, safety, and professional skills — while preparing to transition into a full-time program.

CNC Machinist

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Manual and computer-controlled lathes and mills, preparing for entry-level machining positions manufacturing parts for automotive, oilfield, aerospace, and more.

Combination Welder

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Common welding and cutting processes for structural steel fabrication — SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW — plus blueprint reading and building to specifications.

Combination Collision Repair Technician

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Major and minor collision repair, refinishing, color mixing, spray painting, frame alignment, and automotive MIG welding.

CADD — Computer-Aided Drafting & Design

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Architectural, technical, and civil drafting from 2D to 5D plus 3D animation, using Autodesk, Google, SolidWorks, and Office platforms.

Cosmetology

2 years · must start as a Junior

The basics of hair and nail care — 1,000 hours of training across junior and senior years toward the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology exam.

Criminal Justice Officer

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

An introduction to law enforcement careers — agencies, ethics, patrol, investigation, and C.L.E.E.T. phases — with work-based experience at events and detention and dispatch centers.

Cyber Security

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Computer repair and networking, then security principles — threats and vulnerabilities, risk management, incident handling, disaster recovery, and secure systems administration.

Emergency Medical Technician

1 year · Seniors

Prepares students for basic and advanced life support ambulance work and the National Registry (NREMT) exam toward Oklahoma licensure (must be 18 to sit for the exam).

Engineering STEM Academy

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Pre-engineering with AP Calculus AB/BC, Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus, Algebra III, and PLTW engineering courses — weighted classes on a block schedule.

Equine Production

1 year · Juniors & Seniors

The care and management of horses: feeds and rations, health, breeds and breeding, training techniques, and genetics for equine-related careers.

Facility Maintenance (Service Careers)

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Safe practices, tools, and skills for building maintenance occupations, plus landscaping equipment operation and basic carpentry.

Graphic Design

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Typography, design and composition, page layout, and color theory across digital press, wide format printing, vinyl signage, screen printing, and digital photography.

Health Careers Explorer

1 year · Juniors & Seniors

An overview of healthcare occupations with tours of medical facilities and basic nursing and home health skills, including phlebotomy — a path toward CNA certification.

Horticulture/Floriculture Assistant

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Planting techniques, plant care, soil testing, and greenhouse operations, plus the principles and mechanics of floral and landscape design.

Industrial Automation

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Hands-on electronics, pneumatics, robots, motors, and PLCs — training Industrial Maintenance Technicians for high-demand, high-paying jobs.

Medical Office Assistant

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Front- and back-office procedures for healthcare facilities: medical terminology, insurance, patient billing, electronic health records, vital signs, and phlebotomy.

Medium/Heavy Diesel Service Technician

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Diagnose and repair modern diesel trucks across all eight ASE areas, from brakes and drivetrain to diesel engines and hydraulics.

Multimedia Specialist

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Create and edit websites, videos, graphics, animation, and basic 3D designs with Adobe software, building toward Adobe ACA industry certifications.

Plumber Assistant

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Commercial and residential plumbing fundamentals — systems, installation, and repair — preparing students to enter the industry as apprentices with hours toward a journeyman license.

Residential Carpentry

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Carpentry and cabinetmaking skills — blueprint reading, framing, finishing — culminating in building a moveable house sold at sealed-bid auction.

Residential/Commercial Electrician’s Assistant

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

DC and AC circuitry, residential and commercial wiring, and the National Electrical Code — installing, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems.

Residential HVAC Technician

2 years · Juniors & Seniors

Air conditioning and refrigeration fundamentals, safe handling of pressurized fluids, and the tools and equipment used to test and service HVAC systems.

Therapeutic Health Careers

1 year · Juniors & Seniors

Sports medicine fields — athletic training, physical therapy, fitness, and nutrition — with hands-on injury prevention, treatment, taping, and rehabilitation.

Veterinary Assistant

1 year · Juniors & Seniors

A wide variety of veterinary practices: administering medication, lab and surgical-area sanitization, pre- and post-surgery animal care, and office procedures.

Plan It with Your Counselor

Your four-year plan is a team sport. Counselors can help with schedules, credits, concurrent enrollment, Oklahoma’s Promise, scholarships, and everything in between.

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