“Bear” Facts: Traditional Program

Butler is one of only two district-wide Traditional Magnet Program High Schools. The Traditional Program places an added emphasis on high academic standards, proper conduct, citizenship, and the development of self-discipline.

Pre-College Schools Of Learning

Butler students complete the Pre-College Curriculum, which is an approved course of study required for admission to colleges and universities. Within the Pre-College Curriculum, students have the opportunity to select various programs of study or career/technical pathways within the following Schools of Learning:

• Pre-College School of Business

  • Management & Entrepreneurship Major

• Pre-College School of Cyber Science

  • Web Development Major

  • Network Administration Major

• Pre-College School of Education

  • Teaching and Learning Major

• Pre-College School of Engineering/Robotics

  • Automation Engineering Major

• Pre-College School of Health Sciences

  • Pre Nursing Major

  • Allied Health Major

• Pre-College School of Fine Arts

  • Visual Arts Major (Art, Photography)

  • Performing Arts Major (Theatre, Musical Theatre)

  • Instrumental Music Major (Band, Orchestra)

  • Vocal Music Major (Choir)

• Pre-College School of Organizational Leadership

  • Army Junior ROTC Major

• Pre-College School of General Studies

College Credit Opportunities

Butler has several options for students who wish to earn college credit hours while still in high school, through Advanced Placement (AP) courses and dual credit programs, which are offered through both the University of Louisville and Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC).

Advanced Placement Courses:

Biology II, Calculus, Chemistry II, English Language and Composition III, Environmental Science, European History, Human Geography, U.S. History, World History, Psychology, Music Theory, French IV

JCTC Courses:

American Government, Personal Finance, Internet Technology, Computational Thinking, Web Page Development, Senior English, Contemporary Math, College Algebra, Medicaid Nurse Aide

University of Louisville Courses:

College Algebra, English, Humanities, Oral Comm., Pre-Calculus, Principles of Marketing, Principles of Accounting, Intro to Management, The Learner-Centered Classroom, The Learning Community, The Professional Educator

UPS Co-Operative Education:

Students work part-time at UPS while taking college courses via Metropolitan College.

Student Support

Butler maintains a true sense of community and support for our entire Bear Family by making the following resources available to students and parents:

• ACT Boot Camp

• Mental Health Practitioner

• Best Buddies Program

• Social Worker

• Family Resources Youth Service Center

• Sources of Strength

• Parent Teacher Student Association

• Summer Boost and Recovery Programs

• School Nurse

• Tutoring Programs

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)