*NEW-  Plant and Soil Science is an applied-knowledge course focusing on the science and management of plants and soils with special attention given to current agricultural practices that support the healthy and sustainable cultivation of major crops.  Students in this course will be exposed to a range of careers associated with the science and management of plants and soils, and will develop the essential skills and knowledge to be successful in science or agriculture-related occupations.  Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in Technical Subjects, Tennessee Biology I, Biology II, Ecology, and Environmental Science, as well as National Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster Content Standards.*