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Table of ContentsIntroduction PagePrincipal’s Message 1Administration 2General InformationRequirements for Graduation 4Summer School Grading Policy 5Schedule Changes 5Directed Studies 5Military Recruitment 5Weighted Courses 6Class Ranking System 8Academic Tracks 9Four-Year College Requirements 9Special Education 10Dual Credit 10NCAA Academic Eligibility 11Ninth-Grade Course SelectionsNinth Grade Course Selections 13Collegiate AcademiesAllied Health 15Business and Finance 18Computer Science 20Engineering Sciences 22Law and Justice 25Teacher Academy 27Course Selections and Descriptions by DepartmentAir Force Junior ROTC 30Business 32Comprehensive Health and Physical Education 37English Language Arts 41Family and Consumer Sciences 47Industrial Technology Education 50Mathematics 54Science 58Social Studies 64Visual and Performing Arts 71World Languages 80To view this document in its entirety, please click hereThis will open a PDF version of the file that is not clickable

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Principal’s MessageDear Students:It is with great pleasure that I present to you the 2024-2025 Program of Studies forWilliamstown High School. Our administration and faculty are dedicated to providing anextensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of our student body. Webelieve in a quality education for everyone, and that is reflected in the courses listed.The purpose of this book is to provide you with a reference during the course selectionprocess; please take the time to read through it carefully. All courses offered are listedalong with their descriptions, length, credit value, and prerequisites. Upon choosingyour courses for next year, it is essential that you consider your strengths, interests,past academic achievement, and post-secondary goals.Please understand that you are not expected to make such important decisions withoutassistance. Resources such as your school counselor, teachers, andparent(s)/guardian(s) will provide you with the support necessary to select coursesaligned with your goals. Each of them cares a great deal about your success and willhelp guide you through the process.No matter if you plan to attend college, trade school, join the armed forces, or enter theworkforce directly, challenging yourself academically with a schedule suited to yourgoals and interests can speed up your path to success.Best of luck in planning your future!Angelo DeStefanoPrincipal1

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Requirements for Graduation fromWilliamstown High SchoolCredits are awarded on the basis of how many times per week a class meets. Forexample: If a class has a lab and meets for a total of six periods per week, 6.00 creditsare awarded. A regular five-day a week course receives 5.00 credits. A semester coursethat meets five days a week is awarded 2.50 credits and a marking period course thatmeets five days a week is awarded 1.25 credits.Required CoursesTwenty (20) credits of English Language ArtsFifteen (15) credits of Mathematics (Must include Algebra I, Geometry, and a third yearthat builds on the concepts.)Fifteen (15) credits of Science(Must include Biology and an additional laboratory/inquiry based science course which shallinclude chemistry, environmental science, or physics; and a third laboratory/inquiry-basedscience course.)Five (5) credits of World History/World CulturesTen (10) credits of United States HistoryMinimum of (4) credits of Physical Education/Health/Safety for each year ofenrollment.Five (5) credits of Visual or Performing ArtsFive (5) credits of Career Education and Consumer, Family, and Life Skills, orVocational-Technical EducationFive (5) credits of World Languages2.5 credits of Financial LiteracyCareer education and cross content workplace readiness are infused in all disciplines.Credits Required For GraduationCandidates for graduation are to be promoted to Grade 12120 Credits are needed for GraduationPlease Note: If a student loses credit due to the attendance policy in a requiredcourse the course will have to be repeated to earn the credits to graduate.4

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Summer School Grading PolicyWhen a student attends summer school for a course, the final grade for thecourse will be the average of the full year course and the summer schoolcourse.Schedule ChangesIt is very important that your son/daughter chooses his/her classes carefully. Allrequests for schedule changes must be made by May 17, 2024. Schedulechanges will not be made in September except for those necessitated by a computererror or your child being assigned the same teacher whom they previously failed.Therefore, it is essential that the original selections are given careful and thoughtfulconsideration. This will enable your child to get off to a good start right from the firstday of school.Directed StudiesStudents are permitted a maximum of five (5) study halls a week.Seniors who take a minimum of four (4) Advanced Placement/Honors courses will bepermitted to take eight (8) periods of study hall per week.Military RecruitmentThe No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) (Title IX, Part E, Subpart 2, Section 8528) statesthat school districts are to allow the same access to students by military recruiters asthey do college and job recruiters. This access includes releasing secondary schoolstudents’ names, addresses, and telephone numbers to military recruiters, who can usethe information for armed services recruiting and for informing these students ofscholarship opportunities. Secondary school students or their parents can request thatthe information not be released by notifying their counseling counselor with a writtenstatement.5

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Weighted Courses 2024-2025 School YearThe following courses will be given academic weighting:DepartmentCourseNumberCourse TitleWeightingAcademy for EngineeringSciences172173Engineering Seminar IIInternshipHonorsHonors641637Environmental SustainabilityPrinciples of EngineeringHonorsHonors639Engineering CapstoneHonorsBusiness208234225Accounting IIMarketing IIAP Computer Science PrinciplesHonorsHonorsAdvanced Placement232AP Computer Science AAdvanced PlacementEnglish Language Arts321English Language Arts IHonors322English Language Arts IIHonors323English Language Arts IIIHonors324328English Language Arts IVEnglish Language and CompositionHonorsAdvanced Placement327English Literature and CompositionAdvanced Placement390Seminar APAdvanced Placement391Research APAdvanced PlacementMathematics708GeometryHonors710Algebra IIHonors712Pre-CalculusHonors713CalculusHonors728714Calculus ABCalculus BCAdvanced PlacementAdvanced Placement751StatisticsAdvanced Placement6

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Weighted Courses 2024-2025 School Year (Continued)Science142Physics/LabHonors145Biology/LabHonors146Chemistry/LabHonors147Human Physiology & Anatomy/LabHonors174Environmental ScienceAdvanced Placement175Chemistry/LabAdvanced Placement176Biology/LabAdvanced Placement177Physics 1/LabAdvanced Placement178Physics “C”/LabAdvanced PlacementSocial Studies248World HistoryHonors252United States History IHonors256United States History IIHonors292Human GeographyAdvanced Placement280United States History IAdvanced Placement281United States History IIAdvanced Placement282United States Government andPoliticsAdvanced Placement283PsychologyAdvanced PlacementVisual & Performing Arts134Graphic Design 3Honors7921/7931805/806Wind Ensemble/Instrumental LessonsChamber Choir/Vocal LessonsHonorsHonors807Music Theory and Composition 1Honors813Dance 3Honors814Dance 4Honors818Acting 3Honors103Art HistoryAdvanced Placement127Studio Art 3Advanced Placement128Studio Art 4Advanced Placement1373D Art and DesignAdvanced Placement799Music Theory and CompositionAdvanced PlacementWorld Languages431French IIIHonors417French IVHonors433German IIIHonors418German IVHonors425Spanish IIIHonors419Spanish IVHonors429SpanishAdvanced Placement432426FrenchGermanAdvanced PlacementAdvanced Placement7

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Class Ranking SystemWhen computing class rank, the National Association of Secondary School Principalsrank in Class Guide is used. Students taking weighted courses would have this reflectedin the point values when class rank is computed. There are two class ranking systems;weighted and unweighted. Both appear on our transcripts.Unweighted SystemAll subjects are given equal weight and value (this is in effect for ALL students). Everycourse a student takes and the grade in the course is included in determining gradepoint average and class rank. This includes courses that are repeated to make up afailure or to improve a grade. This ranking procedure treats all subjects equally in valueregardless of academic challenge or academic difficulty.Weighted SystemSubjects are weighted according to their academic challenge. See chart below for aweighted system.MarkAdvancedPlacementCoursesHonors CoursesRegular CoursesNumeric Grade+15+8Numeric GradeBelow 65+0+0Numeric GradeGrade Scale100 - 90 = A 89 - 80 = B 79 - 70 = C 69 - 65 = D Below 65 = F8

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Academic TracksHonors TrackRecommended for application to highly competitive four-year colleges.Advanced TrackAdvanced courses will prepare students for four-year colleges.College PreparatoryCollege Preparatory courses will prepare students for two-year colleges and or technical school.Post-Secondary EducationFour-year college, two-year college, business school, technical school, and armed services arestrongly recommended for every student. This career plan component needs to be built intoevery student's life goals. Your Williamstown High School Counseling Office works with eachstudent to strive toward these life opportunities.Four-Year College RequirementsMany colleges, and all New Jersey State Colleges, require a minimum of sixteen academic unitswith a grade of "C" or better to be considered eligible for student admission. You should plan ontaking a minimum of four academic units per year in high school. The five academic areas areEnglish Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and World Languages. Theminimum high school units required for college are:4 years English4 years Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and higher)3 years Social Studies2 years World Language (preferably 3 to 4 years)2 years Laboratory Science (Biology, Chemistry and preferably Physics)1 year ElectivesThe philosophies of education, specific course requirements, and other qualifications foracceptance vary among the nation’s colleges and universities. However, all schools of highereducation recognize the desirability of a broad education with a strong foundation in thetraditional academic subjects.Students are evaluated for admission not only in terms of grades achieved, but also withrespect to the strength of the academic program undertaken. It is recommended that studentstake the strongest possible academic program available within their personal limitations duringall four years of high school.A rigorous secondary school preparation remains the best means by which you can be assuredof maximizing the benefits to be derived from a challenging college education.9

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Special EducationThe Special Education Program makes every effort to address a student’s educational needswithin the least restrictive environment. Class selection is dependent upon recommendationsmade by the IEP team. Class selection is primarily departmentalized and offers a full range ofoptions, including mainstreaming, in class support, and pull out resource options. Aself-contained selection is available for students who require increased support to fulfill theirtransition to adult life.Dual CreditWilliamstown High School offers students the opportunity to earn college credits while stillattending high school. We currently have a dual credit agreement with Camden County College.Students taking dual credit courses and earning a grade of “85” or above in the selectedcourses will receive transcripted college credits from the sponsoring college. There is a fee foreach course. If you would like more information, please contact the Counseling Office.CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT:Williamstown High SchoolCamden County College; CreditsAccounting II HFinancial Accounting “ACC 104”, 3 creditsCalculus HApplied Calculus “MTH 122”, 3 creditsChemistry APChemistry I-Science “CHM 111”, 4 creditsCollege & Career ReadinessMath for Liberal Arts “MTH 107”, 3 creditsComputer Programming (C++)Structured Programming C++ “CSC 121”, 4 creditsEnglish Language & Composition APEnglish Composition I “ENG 101”, 3 creditsEnglish Literature & Composition APIntroduction to Literature “ENG 121”, 3 creditsFrench III HElementary French I “FRE 101”, 3 creditsFrench IV HElementary French II “FRE 102”, 3 creditsGerman III HElementary German I “GER 101”, 3 creditsGerman IV HElementary German II “GER 102”, 3 creditsMarketing II HPrinciples of Marketing “MKT 101”, 3 creditsObject Oriented Programming with JAVAIntro to JAVA “CSC 161”, 3 creditsPsychology APBasic Psychology “PSY 101”, 3 creditsPublic SpeakingPublic Speaking “SPE 102-CC”, 3 creditsSpanish III HElementary Spanish I “SPA 101”, 3 creditsSpanish IV HElementary Spanish II “SPA 102”, 3 creditsSpanish V HIntermediate Spanish I “SPA 201”, 3 creditsSpanish APIntermediate Spanish I “SPA 201”, 3 creditsStatistics CPIntro to Statistics “MTH 111, 3 creditsStatistics APIntro to Statistics “MTH 111”, 3 creditsUS History II HUS History II “HIS 122”, 3 creditsUS History II APUS History II “HIS 122”, 3 credits10

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NCAA Academic EligibilityIf you want to play sports at an NCAA Division I or II school, start by registering for aCertification Account with the NCAA Eligibility Center at eligibilitycenter.org. If youwant to play Division III sports or you aren’t sure where you want to compete, start bycreating a Profile Page at eligibilitycenter.org.Division I Initial-Eligibility RequirementsCore Courses: (16)● Sixteen core courses are required.● Ten core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven of the 10 mustbe in English, math or natural/physical science.● These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot berepeated for grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibilityrequirements for competition).● Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still beeligible to receive athletic aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment bymeeting academic redshirt requirements (www.eligibilitycenter.org).Test Scores: (ACT/SAT)● Students must earn a core-course GPA of 2.3 or higher to be eligible.● SAT: critical reading and math sections. (no longer required)● ACT: English, math, reading and science sections. (no longer required)● Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score forinitial eligibility.● All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may beused for initial eligibility.● Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reportsyour score directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts willnot be used.Core Grade-Point Average:● Only core courses that appear on the high school's list of NCAA Courses on the NCAAEligibility Center's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org) will be used to calculate yourcore-course GPA.● Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SATcombined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B.● Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet bothprogression and subject-area requirements.Division II Initial-Eligibility RequirementsCore Courses● Division II currently requires 16 core courses.● In order to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-boundstudent-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement.Test Scores● Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-coursegrade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown onthe website.The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading andmath sections.The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections:English, mathematics, reading and science.11

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Grade-Point Average● Be sure to look at your high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA EligibilityCenter's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school'sapproved list of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA.● The current Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.200.● The minimum Division II core GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice as apartial qualifier is 2.000.Remember, the NCAA core GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.Divisions I and II Initial-Eligibility RequirementsDivision I16 Core Courses4 years of English.3 years of mathematics(Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science(1 year of lab if offered by high school).1 year of additional English,mathematics or natural/physical science.2 years of social science.4 years of additional courses(from any area above, foreign languageor comparative religion/philosophy).Division II16 Core Courses3 years of English.2 years of mathematics(Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science(1 year of lab if offered by high school).3 years of additional English,mathematics or natural/physical science.2 years of social science.4 years of additional courses(from any area above, foreign languageor comparative religion/philosophy).12

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Allied Health Academy Course TrackCollege Prep TrackStudents may take CP or Honors Level Courses9th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts I CP/HAlgebra I CP or Geometry CP/HBiology/Lab CP/HPE I & Health IWorld History CP/HWorld Language CPFinancial Literacy (Semester)Business Essentials (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERAllied Health Seminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts II CP/HGeometry CP/H or Algebra II CP/HChemistry/Lab CP/HPE II & Health IIU.S. History I CP/H or APWorld Language CPVisual or Performing ArtsElectiveLUNCHSUMMERAllied Health Seminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APAlgebra II CP/H or Pre-Calc. CP/HPhysics/Lab CP/HU.S. History II CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIPsychology/Sociology CPElectives (Chemistry AP suggested)LUNCHSUMMERAllied Health Internship(50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/APPre-Calculus or Calculus CP/H/APPE IV & Health IVInfectious Disease/Medical Interventions or AP BiologyAnatomy & Physiology CP/HCareer Ed./Consumer Voc. Tech. EdElective or Senior OptionLUNCHThe following grades MUST be met to continue in the Allied Health Program:CP Biology/Lab - >70 for Anatomy (CP), >93 for Anatomy (H), >93 for AP Biology, >70 for ForensicsH Biology/Lab - >85 for Anatomy (H), >85 for AP BiologyCP Lab Chemistry - >93 for AP Chemistry, >70 for ForensicsH Chemistry - >85 for AP Chemistry, >85 for Physics (H)Algebra II - >85 for AP ChemistryCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement15

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Allied Health Academy Course TrackHonors TrackStudents must take honors level courses or higher in Math and Science courses.9th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts I CP/HAlgebra I or Geometry HBiology/Lab HPE I & Health IWorld History CP/HWorld Language CPFinancial Literacy (Semester)Business Essentials (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERAllied Health Seminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts II CP/HGeometry H or Algebra II HChemistry/Lab HPE II & Health IIU.S. History I CP/H or APWorld Language CPVisual or Performing ArtsElectiveLUNCHSUMMERAllied Health Seminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APAlgebra II H or Pre-Calc. HPhysics/Lab H or AP Physics IU.S. History II CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIPsychology/Sociology CPElectives (Chemistry AP suggested)SUMMERAllied Health Internship(50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/APPre-Calculus or Calculus H/APPE IV & Health IVBiology/Lab APAnatomy & Physiology HCareer Ed./Consumer Voc. Tech. EdElective or Senior OptionLUNCHThe following grades MUST be met to continue in the Allied Health Program:CP Biology/Lab - >70 for Anatomy (CP), >93 for Anatomy (H), >93 for AP Biology, >70 for ForensicsH Biology/Lab - >85 for Anatomy (H), >85 for AP BiologyCP Lab Chemistry - >93 for AP Chemistry, >70 for ForensicsH Chemistry - >85 for AP Chemistry, >85 for Physics (H)Algebra II - >85 for AP ChemistryCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement16

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Descriptions ofAllied Health AcademySummer Seminar Courses180 Academy for Allied Health - Seminar ILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 1.00During this seminar, students will have the opportunity to explore allied health career paths. Students will visitvarious health care facilities including Rowan College’s Emergency Medical Training Facility. A variety of Health Careprofessionals will be invited to discuss career paths and educational requirements. Students will also complete aresearch project on their desired health care career and become CPR/First Aid Certified.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s freshman year.180 Academy for Allied Health - Seminar IILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 1.00During this seminar, the students will expand their knowledge and experience in educational and careeropportunities within the world of allied health. Various field trips to Rowan Medical School and Cooper TraumaCenter will expose students to the intensity and focus needed to complete educational requirements in an alliedhealth field. They will engage in a question and answer session with professionals in various health care careerslike nurses and doctors.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.181 Academy for Allied Health - InternshipLength of Time: Minimum of 50 hoursNumber of Days Per Week: VariesNumber of Credits: 5.00During this internship, students will embark into the real world of healthcare. This hands-on work experience willprovide students with the opportunity to learn responsibility, improve their work ethics, practice communicationskills, and work as a member of an allied health care team. Students will also gain perspective on the wide varietyof career opportunities available to them in the health care world.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s junior year.17

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Academy for Business and FinanceCollege Prep or Honors9th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts I CP/HPE & Health IAlgebra I/Geometry CP/HWorld History CP/HFundamentals of Science/Biology CP/HWorld LanguageFine Arts ElectiveFinancial Literacy (Semester)Business Essentials (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERSeminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts II CP/HPE & Health IIGeometry/Algebra II CP/HU.S. History I CP/H/APBiology/Chemistry CP/HWorld LanguageMarketing IComputer ApplicationsLUNCHSUMMERSeminar 211th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APPE & Health IIIAlgebra II/Pre-Calculus CP/H/APU.S. History II CP/H/APChemistry/Physics CP/H/APMarketing II H/DC or 3rd Year of World Language orChemistry APAccounting IElective (Advanced Computer Apps Recommended)LUNCHSUMMERInternship (50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/AP/Public SpeakingPE & Health IVPre-Calculus/Calculus/Statistics CP/H/AP AB/BCPublic SpeakingAccounting II H/DCInvesting or EntrepreneurshipBusiness Academy Elective or Marketing II H/DC(if not taken 11th gr)Business Academy ElectiveLUNCH*Senior Option:For approval: Must consultAcademy Advisor prior toscheduling. Must take atleast one college course for1st semester.*Senior Math:Consult Academy Advisorand Counselor to determinebest fit for student’s collegeplans.Business Academy Elective ClassesEntrepreneurshipComputer Programming (C++) - DCAdvanced Computer ApplicationsObject-Oriented Programming - DCComputer Science A APPsychology/Sociology - CP (Semester Each)Psychology - AP - Full YearGraphic DesignPhysics - CP/H/AP4th year Social StudiesWorld Language (3rd year or 4th year) - CP/H/APHuman Geography APCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement DC - Dual Credit Opportunity18

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Descriptions ofAcademy for Business and FinanceSummer Seminar Courses240 Academy for Business and Finance - Seminar ILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 1.00During this seminar, emphasis will be placed on educational and career opportunities within the world of business. Thestudent will be exposed to various aspects of Business, Finance and Leadership while interacting with our academicpartners and/or local businesses via field trips and engaging projects.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s freshman year.240 Academy for Business and Finance - Seminar IILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 1.00During this seminar, the student will expand and apply their knowledge and experience in educational and careeropportunities within the world of business. The student will be exposed to various aspects of Business, Finance andLeadership while actively interacting with our academic partners and/or local businesses via field trips and engagingprojects.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.241 Academy for Business and Finance - InternshipLength of Time: Minimum of 50 hoursNumber of Days Per Week: VariesNumber of Credits: 5.00During this internship, students will work in the real world of business and industry. This hands-on work experience willprovide students with the opportunity to learn responsibility, improve their work ethics, practice communication skills, andwork as a member of a team. Students will also gain perspective on the wide variety of career opportunities available tothem in the business world.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s junior year.19

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Academy for Computer Science Course TrackCollege Prep or Honors9th GradeSCHOOL YEARFund. of Science/Biology CP/HAlgebra I or Geometry CP/HEnglish Language Arts I CP/HWorld LanguageWorld History CP/HPE I & Health IFinancial Literacy (Semester)Intro to Computer Science & Programming (Semester)Computer Applications (Microsoft Office) or Free ElectiveLUNCHElective: Free ElectiveSUMMERSeminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEARBiology/Chemistry CP/HGeometry CP/H or Algebra II CP/HEnglish Language Arts II CP/HWorld LanguageU.S. History I CP/H/APComputer Programming (C++)PE II & Health IIComputer Apps/Adv. Computer Apps./AP Computer Science PrinciplesLUNCHSUMMERSeminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEARChemistry/Physics CP/H/APAlgebra II CP/H or Pre-Calculus CP/HEnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APU.S. History II CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIObject-Oriented Programming with JavaComputer Apps/Adv. Computer Apps./AP Computer Science PrinciplesVisual/Performing ArtLUNCHSUMMERInternship(50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEARPre-Calculus CP/H or Calculus H/APEnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/AP/Public SpeakingPE IV & Health IVAP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles (Optional for Seniors)LUNCHCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement20

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Descriptions ofAcademy for Computer ScienceSummer Seminar Courses243 Academy for Computer Science - Seminar ILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5 (5 hrs/day)Number of Credits: 1.00During this seminar, emphasis will be placed on educational and career opportunities. The student will be exposed tovarious programming languages and interact with professionals from business, industry, and academia (i.e. RowanUniversity, Drexel University, Rowan College of South Jersey, and Camden County College).This course will be held in the summer following the student’s freshman year.243 Academy for Computer Science - Seminar IILength of Time: 1 WeekNumber of Days Per Week: 5 (5 hrs/day)Number of Credits: 1.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IWhile attending this seminar, the student will expand his/her exploration of the concepts and careers available in theComputer Science field to prepare him/her for his/her internship. The student will work as a team member on a projectand gain more hands-on experience. Upon completion of the project, each team will make a presentation to the facultyand/or administration.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.244 Academy for Computer Science - InternshipLength of Time: Minimum of 50 hoursNumber of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IIDuring the internship, the student will work in the real world of business and industry. He/She will learn to be responsible,improve his/her work ethics, communicate properly, work as a team member, and gain a wide range of experience tobetter prepare him/her for his/her future in the Computer Science field and outside world in general.21

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Academy for Engineering Sciences Course TrackPre-Engineering Track with Honors9th GradeSCHOOL YEARBiology/Lab HGeometry HEnglish Language Arts I CP/HWorld LanguageWorld History CP/HPE I & Health ICAD I (Semester)Financial Literacy (Semester)Engineering EssentialsLUNCHSUMMERSeminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEARChemistry/Lab HAlgebra II HEnglish Language Arts II CP/HWorld LanguageU.S. History I CP/H/APPE II & Health IIComputer Programming (C++) or Object-Oriented ProgrammingPrinciples of Engineering HLUNCHSUMMERSeminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEARPhysics/Lab-H or Physics 1 AP, Environmental/Lab APChemistry/Lab-AP, Biology/Lab APPre-Calculus HEnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APU.S. History II CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIEnvironmental Sustainability HLUNCHSuggested Elective: Computer ApplicationsSUMMERInternship(50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEARPhysics C/Lab APCalculus/AP AB or BC, Statistics APEnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/APPE IV & Health IVEngineering Capstone HVisual/Performing ArtLUNCHElective(s):Computer Programming (C++), Object-Oriented ProgrammingCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement22

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Academy for Engineering Sciences Course TrackPre-Engineering Track9th GradeSCHOOL YEARBiology/LabAlgebraEnglish Language Arts I CP/HWorld LanguageWorld History CP/HPE I & Health ICAD I (Semester)Financial Literacy (Semester)Engineering EssentialsLUNCHSUMMERSeminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEARChemistry/LabGeometryEnglish Language Arts II CP/HWorld LanguageU.S. History I CP/H/APPE II & Health IIComputer Programming (C++) or Object-Oriented ProgrammingPrinciples of Engineering HLUNCHSUMMERSeminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEARPhysics/LabAlgebra IIEnglish Language Arts III CP/H/APU.S. History II CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIEnvironmental Sustainability HLUNCHSuggested Elective: Computer ApplicationsSUMMERInternship(50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEARScience Elective (Environmental, Astronomy, Forensics, InfectiousDisease, Human Physiology & Anatomy) or AP (Biology, Chemistry,Physics, Environmental)Pre-CalculusEnglish Language Arts IV CP/H/APPE IV & Health IVEngineering Capstone HVisual/Performing ArtLUNCHElective(s):Computer Programming (C++), Object-Oriented Programming ICP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement23

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Descriptions ofAcademy for Engineering SciencesSummer Seminar Courses171 Academy for Engineering Sciences - Seminar ILength of Time: 7 days in the SummerNumber of Credits: 1.00While emphasizing academic preparation, an important balance will be provided for competitions, interaction with fieldprofessionals in business and industry, and interaction without partners, Rowan University College of Engineering, RowanCollege of South Jersey and the Gloucester County Institute of Technology.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s freshman year.172 Academy for Engineering Sciences - Seminar IILength of Time: 4 days in the SummerNumber of Credits: 1.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IUnder the auspice of Engineering Professors at Rowan’s School of Engineering, the Seminar II class will be held on fourconsecutive 8-hour days at Rowan School of Engineering. The class is designed to provide the Engineering Academystudent, between sophomore and junior years, an opportunity to expand upon and apply some of the engineeringcharacteristics and principles introduced in Seminar I the previous year and to prepare for the Internship.The students will be divided into groups. Each group will spend one full 8-hour day in each of four engineering disciplines.These disciplines are:1. Mechanical Engineering2. Chemical Engineering3. Electrical Engineering4. Civil EngineeringThese full day sessions will include:1. Actual Industrial/Commercial research2. Introduction to “real” research laboratory procedures and techniques.3. Design and implementation of engineering projects in a team setting.Rowan University School of Engineering staff will provide introduction and instruction of each project and instruction anddirect supervision of all equipment used. Williamstown High School will transport students each of the four days betweenWilliamstown High School and Rowan University.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.173 Academy for Engineering Sciences - InternshipLength of Time: 50 hours in the summerNumber of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IIThe students will be responsible for research, development, testing, and evaluation of new concepts and technologiesrelated to the position for which they are assigned. The internship should help the student to understand the use oftechnology as a tool for problem solving. It should also help them to understand the scientific process, problem solving inengineering, and the application of technology in engineering. They will need to understand technological systems inanalyzing and solving problems. They will also learn to communicate effectively through reading, writing, listening andspeaking to, and with team members.Students are required to have 50-80 hours for their internship experience. During the course of the experience asupervisor from the school will come for an appointed time to meet with the mentor and student intern. Depending onthe length of the internship experience there would be more than one visit. The student will at the end of the experiencepresent both a written and oral presentation of their internship experience.24

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Academy for Law and Justice Course Track9th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts I - CP/HPE I & Health IPre-Algebra/Algebra I/GeometryWorld History - CP/HScienceSpanishIntro to LawCivics or Law EnforcementLUNCHSUMMERSeminar I10th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts II - CP/HPE II & Health IIMathU.S. History I - CP/H/APScienceSpanishComputer ApplicationsCivics or Law EnforcementLUNCHSUMMERSeminar II11th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts III - CP/H/APPE III & Health IIIMathU.S. History II - CP/H/APScienceConstitutional Law/Ethics or CriminologyFinancial Literacy (Semester)Business Essentials (Semester)Fine Art ElectiveLUNCHSUMMERInternship (50 hrs)12th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts IV - CP/H/APPE IV & Health IVMathPublic SpeakingForensicsConstitutional Law/Ethics or Criminology*Suggested ElectiveLUNCH*Law & Justice Suggested Electives:Accounting I, Computer Applications, Death & Dying/Futurology, EnvironmentalScience - AP, Human Geography AP, Psychology, Psychology AP, Sociology, UnitedStates Government and Politics APCP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement25

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Descriptions ofAcademy for Law and JusticeSummer Seminar Course290 Academy for Law and Justice - Seminar ILength of Time: 4 daysNumber of Credits: 1.00An intensive introduction to local law enforcement policies, techniques and missions will beprovided by the Monroe Township Police Department. Participants MAY experience Patrol Unitroutines, Monroe Township Entry Team tactics, an introduction to the Detective Bureau, TrafficSafety/Crash Investigation activities, and a trip to the Police Expo, among others. At theculmination, students will be invited to Police Headquarters for certificates of participation by theMonroe Township Police. Transportation is provided by Monroe Township Public Schools.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s freshman year.290 Academy for Law and Justice - Seminar IILength of Time: 10 daysNumber of Credits: 1.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IUnder the supervision of Law and Justice Academy advisors at the high school, the secondseminar for the Law and Justice Academy will be held at the high school. For four days in thesummer, students will be participating in various law related activities. This seminar will differyearly depending on presenters and different opportunities that are presented by participatingcommunity members and law and justice groups. Students will be required to participate in amock trial, attend different workshops, and meet with representatives from local colleges to helpthem better formulate a plan of what they might want to do in the future.At the conclusion of the seminar the students will have a better grasp of possible future plans.They will be exposed to several possible vocations in law. Students will be responsible fortransportation to and from the school. They will also be required to bring their own bag lunch.Any travel expenses will be covered by the school.This course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.291 Academy for Law and Justice - InternshipLength of Time: 50 hours in the summerNumber of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar I & Seminar IIThe summer internship should help the student understand whatever aspect of law that theychose to pursue. During the internship the student should begin to better understand the job andresponsibilities of their perspective employer/mentor. They will learn what the job entails as wellas how important life skills like reading, writing, listening and public speaking are used in theworkplace.Students are required to have 120 hours for their internship experience. During the course of theexperience a supervisor for the school will come for an appointed time to meet with the mentorand student intern. Depending on the length of the internship experience there would be morethan one visit. At the end of the experience, the student will present both a written and oralpresentation of their internship experience.26

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Teacher Academy Course TrackCollege Prep or Honors9th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts I – CP/H*PE & Health IAlgebra I/Geometry – CP/H*World History - CP/H*Biology Lab - CP/H*World LanguageIntroduction to TeachingFinancial Literacy (Semester)Business Essentials (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERSeminar I w/FieldExperience10th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts II – CP/H*PE & Health IIGeometry/Algebra II – CP/H*U.S. History I – CP/H/AP*Biology/Lab or Chemistry/Lab - CP/H/AP*World LanguagePsychology (Semester)Students with Exceptionalities (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERSeminar II w/FieldExperience11th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts III - CP/H/AP*PE & Health IIIAlgebra II/Pre-Calculus – CP/H*U.S. History II – CP/H/AP*Chemistry/Lab or Physics – CP/H*Computer ApplicationsEducational Psychology (Semester)LUNCHSUMMERSeminar III w/FieldExperience12th GradeSCHOOL YEAREnglish Language Arts IV – CP/H/AP*PE & Health IVStatistics/Pre-Calc/Calculus–AP AB/BC*Visual/Performing ArtTomorrow’s TeachersLUNCH*Suggested Academy Electives:Psychology AP, Public Speaking, Creative Writing (Semester), Sociology(Semester), Minority Experience in America, Childhood Development I/II,Advanced Computer Applications, Unified PE*All required Math, Science, History, and ELA classes must be a minimum of the CP level A for each academy year.In order to graduate from the academy with honors, all required Math, Science, History, and ELA, must be at thehonors/AP level each academy year the class is taken when applicable.CP = College Preparatory H = Honors AP = Advanced Placement27

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Descriptions of Teacher AcademySummer Seminar Course295 Teacher Academy - Seminar ILength of Time: 3 daysNumber of Credits: 1.00Prior to Summer Seminar I, members will collaborate and select a theme for a “Kids’ Day.” The “Kids’Day,” will consist of a day of lessons, crafts and activities for school-aged children created by and taughtby the members. The members will create their lesson plans in the Introduction to the TeachingProfession course. The members and the academy advisor will meet in the spring to finalize plans for“Kids’ Day”.Members will also learn about the Board of Education and will attend a meeting. Members will participatein a debriefing and will reflect on current topics impacting education in the Monroe Township PublicSchool District. A written paper will be assigned.Emphasis will be placed on educational and career opportunities. The members will interact withprofessionals from the field of education (i.e. Rowan College of South Jersey, T2K Program).The course will be held in the summer following the member’s freshman year.295 Teacher Academy - Seminar IILength of Time: 3 daysNumber of Credits: 1.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar IPrior to Summer Seminar II, members will collaborate and select a theme for a “Kids’ Day.” The “Kids’Day,” will consist of a day of lessons, crafts and activities for school-aged children created by and taughtby the members. The members will create their lesson plans in the History of American Education course.The members and the academy advisor will meet in the spring to finalize plans for “Kids’ Day”.Members will also learn about the Board of Education and will attend a meeting. Members will participatein a debriefing and will reflect on current topics impacting education in the Monroe Township PublicSchool District. A written paper will be assigned.Emphasis will be placed on educational and career opportunities. The members will interact withprofessionals from the field of education (i.e. Rowan University, School of Education, Academic Partnerwith Williamstown High School’s Teacher Academy).The course will be held in the summer following the student’s sophomore year.295 Teacher Academy - Seminar IIILength of Time: 3 daysNumber of Credits: 1.00PREREQUISITE: Seminar I & Seminar IIPrior to Summer Seminar III, members will collaborate and select a theme for a “Kids’ Day.” The “Kids’Day,” will consist of a day of lessons, crafts and activities for school-aged children created by and taughtby the members. The members will create their lesson plans in the Educational/DevelopmentalPsychology courses. The members and the academy advisor will meet in the spring to finalize plans for“Kids’ Day”.Members will serve as “Kids’ Day” directors. They will order supplies, create invitations, communicate withteachers, organize members, work on logistics, plan the order of events for the day and meet withmembers to ensure the day’s success.28

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Members will also learn about the Board of Education and will attend a meeting. Members will participatein a debriefing and will reflect on current topics impacting education in the Monroe Township PublicSchool District. A written paper will be assigned.Emphasis will be placed on educational and career opportunities. The members will interact withprofessionals from the field of education (i.e. The Bancroft School).The course will be held in the summer following the member’s junior year.306 Tomorrow’s TeachersLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Credits: 5.00Tomorrow's Teachers was established in 2007 as a curricular program for high school juniors and seniorsinterested in pursuing a teaching career. The program uses the Teacher Cadet curriculum (ExperiencingEducation, 11th Edition) created by the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement(CERRA). The course offers students valuable insight into the rewards and challenges of being aneducator and the critical issues affecting the quality of education in American schools. It also equips theseaspiring teachers with an awareness of teaching and learning that empowers them to become communityleaders and educational advocates.29

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Air Force Junior ROTC(AFJROTC)Course Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength of TimeNumber ofPeriods PerWeekNumber ofCredits450 AFJROTC9 - 12Full Year55.00454 Managing Your High SchoolYears and Beyond9 - 11Summer6 days1.25455 Cadet Leadership Course9 - 11Summer8 Full Days5.00Student BenefitsEnrollment in AFJROTC DOES NOT subject students to any military obligation and IS NOT anaccessions or recruiting program. Air Force JROTC provides its students with the tools for successafter high school regardless of their career path. However, there are benefits available for studentswishing to pursue further military avenues:● Qualified AFJROTC cadets are eligible for direct application to military academies under aprogram specifically reserved for ROTC and JROTC cadets.● Those students successfully completing three or four years of the program will receive acertificate from the instructors which enables them to enlist at a higher pay grade thansomeone without JROTC. The higher pay grade is determined by the branch of servicechosen by the recruit.● JROTC is a COGNIA Accredited program that awards a “Career Ready” Employability andLeadership Skills Certificate to 3 and 4 year senior cadets for Career Technical Education(CTE) after passing the CTE Test.● JROTC also recommends three college credits for those successfully passing the CTEtesting30

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Air Force JROTC450 AFJROTCLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp(AFJROTC) is a program that helps today’s highschool students become tomorrow’s leaders,managers, and informed, productive citizens. Theprogram's overall mission is to develop citizens ofcharacter dedicated to serving their nation andcommunity. The curriculum includes AerospaceScience (AS), Leadership (LE), and Wellness.Aerospace Science introduces cadets to theprinciples of aircraft flight and navigation, thehistory of aviation, and the aerospace industry.Leadership focuses on developing leadershipskills and acquaints cadets with the practicalapplication of life skills. The Drill component is atime-tested laboratory for developing leadershipskills. Finally, our Wellness and Physical Trainingprogram aims to motivate cadets to lead healthyand active lifestyles.AFJROTC (Course #450) is a four-yearcurriculum. The sequence is as follows: Y1AS-100 and LE-100; Y2 AS-200 and LE-200; Y3LE 300; Y4 AS-400 and LE-400. All cadetsparticipate in Wellness Physical Training and Drill.454 Managing Your High School Yearsand BeyondLength of Time: 6 days (summer)Number of Periods per Week: N/ANumber of Credits: 1.25Managing Your High School Years and Beyondgives the students the opportunity to learnabout, practice and eventually master thetimeless concepts of attitudinal training andsuccess. They will explore the ingredients thatmake up individual potential, the qualities ofpeak performers, the role of self-image andself-esteem in determining performance, how toset goals, how to use self-talk and imagination toachieve goals, and how to use a specific plan ofaction to attain a goal.Managing Your High School Years and Beyond isabout application, results and improved life skills.455 Cadet Leadership Course (CLC)Length of Time: 8 days/7 nights(summer, weekend included)Number of Periods per Week: N/ANumber of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:At least one year of AFJROTC credit.Cadet Leadership Course is a select program thatcondenses 18 weeks of academic and leadershiptraining into eight 16-hour days. Academicstudies are designed to acquaint the cadet withthe historical and scientific development ofmanned flight. Leadership concepts expose thecadet to drill and ceremonies, personalitydevelopment, group dynamics, responsibility andself-discipline. Cadets are hand selected by theinstructors and spend 8 days/7 nights on McGuireAFB. Participants are up at 4:30 AM with a fullschedule of classes and events until lights out at10:00 PM. The program concludes with agraduation ceremony and full military honorsparade.The course has 125.9 contact hours of which 41are in physical conditioning and athletics, the restare divided between leadership and sciencebased academic instruction.31

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Descriptions of Business Courses203 Business EssentialsLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course will include a brief review of Microsoft Wordand its various applications. Students will developessential business communication and leadership skillsthrough interactive assignments. Students will also be exposed to the essentials ofbusiness management by exploring a variety of businessdisciplines that affect today’s society. This course willcultivate a broad overview of the diversified world ofbusiness in the 21st Century. The disciplines covered willinclude: economics, management, marketing andentrepreneurship.204 Introduction to Computer Scienceand ProgrammingLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course is intended as an introduction to computerscience and aimed at students with little or no computerprogramming experience. Students will gain anunderstanding of the role computation plays in solvingproblems and apply their understanding to create simpleapplications and games. Upon completion of this course,students will have a foundation of computerprogramming in the popular dynamic language Python.It is recommended, but not required, that studentsinterested in C++ and or Java take this course first, asan introduction.205 Accounting ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Accounting is an excellent course for college boundstudents who wish to pursue a career in accounting,business administration, computer science, finance, orany student interested in starting/owning a business.This course provides an introduction to basic principles,concepts and procedures for a partnership, and a soleproprietorship. Students will be taught skills in analyzing,recording, interpreting and preparing formal accountingrecords. Hands on experience with computerizedassisted simulations and computerized accountingmethods will also be taught. Students taking Accountingwill find it a valuable tool for college, personal use, or ineveryday consumer transactions.208 Accounting II - HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Accounting I with a grade of“77” or higher.Accounting II is an excellent course for college boundstudents pursuing a career in accounting, businessadministration, computer science, finance, or anystudent interested in starting/owning a business.Accounting II provides a review of fundamentalprinciples with a comprehensive treatment of payrollrecords, departmental sales, partnerships, corporations,and manufacturing records. The student receivesadditional hands-on experience with spreadsheetaccounting using both manual and computerizedconcepts. The student is trained for an entry-levelposition or for further study in accounting.Successful completion of this class with a grade of atleast a “C” provides the students an opportunity to earnDual Credit at Camden County College for a fee.216 Computer Programming (C++)Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course is designed to give the student hands-onprogramming experience using the powerfulprogramming language C++. C++ is widely used formajor applications from business and graphic designsoftware to game engines. The student will start withbasic concepts of structured programming, includingvariables, math operations, input and output, conditionalexecution, and repetition, and over the year progress tocreating and using arrays, custom data structures,enumerated types, and functions.33

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Students will apply these concepts to develop a varietyof programs including screensavers, text-based gamesand graphical games. Upon completion of this course,the student will be able to create useful programs andwill have a solid foundation for further study ofcomputer programming and technology.219 Computer ApplicationsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Microsoft Office is a registered trademark of MicrosoftCorporation. This class uses the official version of MicrosoftOffice. Though Microsoft does not directly sponsor this course,the advanced course does offer the opportunity to earnMicrosoft Office Specialist certification.Computer Applications is a hands-on course designed tobuild students’ expertise in the Microsoft Officeapplications: Word (word processing), Excel(workbooks), Databases (Excel & Word) and PowerPoint(graphic presentations). This class begins with reviewand application of Microsoft Word. Further, students willexpand their knowledge of Word to include moreadvanced features for organizing (searching, replacing,sorting, filtering, and merging) data.Students will also learn and apply the fundamentals ofMicrosoft Excel (workbooks). Workbook/worksheetdesign and formatting, basic formulas/functions,graphing/charting of data, and Excel’s database featureswill be mastered during this segment.Students will gain hands-on experience with one of theleading presentation programs in use today, MicrosoftPowerPoint. Through hands-on instruction, students willdesign and present their own graphic presentations toan audience.Throughout the Computer Applications course, emphasisis placed on the features, real-world application, andintegration of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Inaddition, supporting applications such as the internet,scanner, digital camera, and the editing/manipulation ofgraphics are also incorporated where possible. It ishighly recommended that once a student successfullycompletes this course that they proceed to AdvancedComputer Applications using Microsoft Office, whichprovides them the opportunity to earn Microsoft OfficeSpecialist certification.223 Advanced Computer ApplicationsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Computer Applications.Microsoft Office is a registered trademark of MicrosoftCorporation. This class uses the official version of MicrosoftOffice. Though Microsoft does not directly sponsor this course,the advanced course does offer the opportunity to earnMicrosoft Office Specialist certification.Advanced Computer Applications is a hands-on coursedesigned to build and/or expand students’ expertise inthe Microsoft Office applications: Word (wordprocessing), Excel (workbooks), Databases (Excel &Word), PowerPoint (graphic presentations), Outlook(email and personal information manager), andPublisher (publications). Emphasis is placed on theadvanced features of the above applications as well asthe integration of these applications. In addition,supporting applications such as the scanner, digitalcamera, and the editing/manipulation of graphics arealso incorporated where possible.Throughout the course, lessons are based on projectsand activities related to everyday business, consumer,and personal needs. As a result of this relevantapproach, students will be able to use the applicationscovered both individually and in combination to addressa variety of needs they may encounter both in and outof school. This approach will also develop students’ability to identify the time and place for a particularapplication.Advanced Computer Applications offers the opportunityto earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification inseveral core applications at no cost to the student.225 AP Computer Science PrinciplesLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Completion of Algebra I with a 77 or better, asrecommended by the College Board.AP Computer Science Principles introduces students tothe foundational concepts of computer science andchallenges them to explore how computing andtechnology can impact the world. More than a traditionalintroduction to programming, it is a rigorous, engaging,and approachable course. Students will learn how tocreatively address real-world issues while using thesame tools and processes that artists, writers, computerscientists, and engineers use to bring ideas to life.Computer Science Principles is a survey course thatexplores many different aspects of computing, includingsocial impact, security, privacy and more.34

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227 InvestingLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course is designed to provide students withknowledge of basic concepts in personal financialplanning and investing, enabling them to better set andachieve their own short- and long-term financial goals.The class will explore various types of securities, such asstock, bonds, mutual funds and options, as well as theoperation of the markets in which they are publiclytraded. Financial analysis concepts, including return oninvestment, asset allocation, time value of money,diversification, and stock pricing, will be examined.Students will participate in investment simulations.In addition, the course will focus on such personalfinancial planning issues as managing income,establishing financial goals, credit and debtmanagement, financial decision making and insurance.228 Object-Oriented Programmingwith JavaLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Geometry with at least a “77” or higher average.Java is a modern programming language widely used inindustrial, business and scientific fields. In this course,which builds on the concepts learned in ComputerProgramming in C++, students will gain hands-onexperience with object-oriented programming bycreating classes, writing methods and constructingobjects. Concepts covered include a review of data typesand control structures, arrays and ArrayLists, writingclasses, and the advanced object-oriented techniques ofinheritance and polymorphism. These concepts will beapplied in a variety of creative projects including creatingtext-based and graphical games, images and animation,and graphical user interfaces. Upon completion of thiscourse, the student will have a good foundation toadvance his/her education in technology.232 AP Computer Science ALength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Computer Programmingand Object-Oriented Programming with at least a“77” or higher.This is an advanced course for students planning totake, for college credit, the College Board's AdvancedPlacement Test in Computer Science, known as APComputer Science A. This course focuses on the Javalanguage in more detail and covers more advancedfeatures than the first year Java course. Conceptscovered include compilation, bytecode, the Java virtualmachine, debugging programs using breakpoints andassertions, program design, and designing classes andinterfaces. The class will feature a more intense focus onthe concepts of inheritance and polymorphism, as wellas a detailed study of various data structures, includingarrays, Array Lists, linked lists, stacks, queues and trees.The student will become proficient at object-orienteddevelopment and defining and using abstract data types,understanding the principle of encapsulation. During thecourse of the year the student will work through manyprogramming 'labs', including programming "artificialintelligence" for a robot in a simulated 2-dimensionalworld, analyzing and manipulating images, processingnatural language texts, finding shortest paths in mazes,and synthesizing sound. Concepts learned will be appliedto various creative projects including various types ofgames and music/sound effects. Upon completion of thisclass, the student will have a good foundation to pursuehis/her career in the area of Computer Science.233 Marketing ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course offers students a view of the exciting worldof marketing. Emphasis is placed on the development,attitudes, and skills related to marketing, merchandising,and management. Students will examine the completeretail process, including sales, pricing, communicating,displaying, and advertising. This course teaches studentsabout the world of marketing while motivating them todevelop the necessary skills to understand howmarketing impacts consumers, the American economicsystem, and the international economy. Students willbecome aware of marketing as a career.234 Marketing II - HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.0035

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PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Marketing I with agrade of “77” or higher. Students are required tobe DECA members while enrolled in this course.This course develops executive advertising skills forcollege-preparatory students who are looking for achallenging follow-up to Marketing I. Students deepentheir understanding and apply principles of marketingresearch, product pricing, promotion, and marketingmanagement through “real world” marketing scenariosand case studies. Each student is responsible forpreparing a 20 page comprehensive paper in preparationfor DECA competitions.Successful completion of this class with a grade of atleast a “C” provides the students an opportunity to earnDual Credit at Camden County College for a fee withapproval from Camden County College.235 EntrepreneurshipLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00A great course for students planning to pursue their ownbusiness or a degree in business. This course willprovide students with a step-by-step journey throughthe process of analyzing a business idea/opportunity,starting, owning and operating their own business.Students will analyze markets, sales and advertisingstrategies, learn modern management techniques, andlearn problem-solving techniques necessary to start andrun a successful business. Students will become awareof entrepreneurship as a career.237 Financial LiteracyLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50In this course, students will explore the world ofpersonal finance and careers. The goal is to enhance thestudent’s ability to properly deal with the issuessurrounding earning, spending, saving and investingmoney.This course will include such personal finance topics as:income and careers, money management, credit anddebt, saving and investing, risk management andinsurance.In addition the course will address issues that willenhance students’ understanding of their responsibilitiesand rights as consumers, members of a community, andcitizens of the United States and the world.36

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Descriptions ofComprehensive Health & Physical EducationCoursesPhysical EducationThe Physical Education Department provides a variety of physical activities for our students. Physical skills,lead-up games, and cognitive knowledge are taught in team sports, individual sports, and in the area ofphysical fitness. It is important to not only be able to play the game but also have knowledge of the rules andregulations of the activity. Skill and written tests are given to evaluate the student’s ability and knowledge.Our goal is to develop healthy attitudes towards physical conditioning and sports to enable our students toenjoy a full life of active participation.Comprehensive Health EducationHealth Education is taught to our students in a nine-week marking period block, five days a week. Thesecourses are taught at each grade level and are planned to prepare students for facing everyday challenges -such as basic first aid emergencies, driving safely, making responsible choices for behavior related to familyliving, sexually transmitted diseases, human sexuality, dating safety, and drugs. Students will learn the rules ofthe road and experience the teaching of skills necessary to develop behavior that will promote healthylifestyles. Students will learn through class activities about the impact their lifestyle choices have on theirwell-being and their community.38

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Descriptions of Comprehensive Health& Physical Education Courses* Periods per week and credits are dependant on enrollment in a lab science courseGrade 9901 Physical Education ILength of Time: 3 Marking PeriodsNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 3 or 3.75Possible Activities Offered Throughout the School Year:Fitness, Flag Football, Pickleball, Badminton, Soccer,Tennis, Cooperative Games, Recreational Games,Development Games, Basketball, Dance, Softball921 Health ILength of Time: 1 Marking PeriodNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 1 or 1.25Family Living provides students with an understanding ofhuman sexuality, dating, values of the individual and thelong-range effects of sexual behavior on their lives.Sexually transmitted diseases are discussed. Pregnancy,childbirth, and birth control information are explored.Students need this information to help them makeresponsible decisions in their everyday lives. Theirphysical, social, and emotional development is exploredto help them understand themselves and theirinteractions with others. Worksheets, group activities,projects, guest speakers and video tapes are used toprovide a range of experiences. Career opportunitiesare explored and discussed. The mandatory ten hours ofdrug information are incorporated into this course.Grade 10902 Physical Education IILength of Time: 3 Marking PeriodsNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 3 or 3.75Possible Activities Offered Throughout the School Year:Fitness, Flag Football, Pickleball, Badminton, Soccer,Tennis, Cooperative Games, Recreational Games,Development Games, Basketball, Dance, Softball922 Health IILength of Time: 1 Marking PeriodNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 1 or 1.25Classroom Drivers Education provides information tohelp students learn basic driving techniques, to learn therules of the road and pass the state written test.Information related to drug and alcohol use and abuse iscovered as required by the STATE Mandate.Worksheets, study guides and tests are used to evaluatestudent progress in these areas.Grade 11903 Physical Education IIILength of Time: 3 Marking PeriodsNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 3 or 3.75Possible Activities Offered Throughout the School Year:Fitness, Flag Football, Pickleball, Badminton, Soccer,Tennis, Cooperative Games, Recreational Games,Developmental Games, Basketball, Dance, Softball944 Health IIILength of Time: 1 Marking PeriodNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 1 or 1.25This health program stresses health choices and decisionmaking. The class will provide students with the skillsnecessary to weigh options, to make responsibledecisions and to develop behaviors that will promotehealthy lifestyles.Students will be encouraged to assess their attitudesand behavior patterns, to develop an understanding ofthe impact their lifestyle choices have on their ownwell-being and their community.This program will focus on making healthy choices, howto manage stress, discover types of mental problems,and understand suicide and how to recognize itssymptoms.Nutrition, the various kinds of exercise, and the effectsof exercising has on the human body will be studied.How to improve personal fitness, the importance ofexercise and the assessment of each area will beexplored.A review of human sexuality and the issues related toreproduction, pregnancy, birth and birth control will be39

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reviewed. AIDS and STD’s will be taught with anemphasis on the effect on today’s youth. Family issuessuch as, building healthy relationships, dating safety andthe impact of violence in the family will be discussed.Drugs, alcohol and tobacco information will be coveredas required by the state mandate.The importance of choosing good health care and howpublic health impacts tomorrow’s adults will beaddressed. The goal of comprehensive health is toprepare our students to become healthy, knowledgeable,and informed members of society.Grade 12904 Physical Education IVLength of Time: 3 Marking PeriodsNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 3 or 3.75Possible Activities Offered Throughout the School Year:Fitness, Flag Football, Pickleball, Badminton, Soccer,Tennis, Cooperative Games, Recreational Games,Developmental Games, Basketball, Dance, Softball923 Health IVLength of Time: 1 Marking PeriodNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 1 or 1.25This health program will consist of basic first aid skillsthat will include State Mandated CPR and AED training.The class will provide students with the skills necessaryto perform basic first aid whenever the situation occursthroughout their lives.First Aid provides information on the emergency medicalservices, checking the victim, life-threateningemergencies, injuries, and care of injuries/basic medicalemergencies.Drugs, alcohol, and tobacco information will be coveredas the state mandate requires.Students will use written and practical tests to evaluatetheir performance in class.905 Adaptive Health/Physical EducationLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Adaptive Physical Education provides the students with avariety of activities that are designed to meet theirphysical, social, and emotional needs. All activities aremodified to help students achieve their full potential.The health program stresses healthy choices anddecision-making. The students will learn strategies toimprove and maintain their social, mental/emotional,and physical health. The students will learn and applyhealth promotion concepts and skills to support ahealthy, active lifestyle.925 Unified Health/PhysicalEducationLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 4 or 5Number of Credits: 4.00 or 5.00PREREQUISITE:Students must have an A average in their previousHealth and Physical Education course at the time ofscheduling, and the recommendation of the ContentArea Supervisor.Unified Physical Education is an elective course thatmeets the Health and PE requirement for students ingrades 11 and 12. Unified PE will work within ourAdaptive PE class and will provide opportunities forstudents with and without disabilities to interact inmeaningful ways. The Unified PE students will work in aleadership role with the Adaptive students assisting withvarious skill sets, interpretation of instructions and rules,and gameplay. The overall objective of the Unified PEcourse is to provide our Adaptive and Unified PEstudents the opportunity to have fun and enjoy newfriendships while encouraging self-esteem, confidence,and self-awareness. Unified PE students will help providea safe environment to enhance their ability tocommunicate while assisting with decision-making skills,teamwork, and sportsmanship while engaging in variousphysical activities.40

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English Language ArtsCourse Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength ofTimeNumber ofPeriods PerWeekNumberofCredits301 English Language Arts I-CP9Full Year55.00311 English Language Arts I-Advanced9Full Year55.00*321 English Language Arts I-H9Full Year55.00302 English Language Arts II-CP10Full Year55.00312 English Language Arts II-Advanced10Full Year55.00*322 English Language Arts II-H10Full Year55.00303 English Language Arts III-CP11Full Year55.00313 English Language Arts III-Advanced11Full Year55.00*323 English Language Arts III-H#328 English Language & Composition-AP1111Full YearFull Year555.005.00304 English Language Arts IV-CP12Full Year55.00314 English Language Arts IV-Advanced12Full Year55.00*324 English Language Arts IV-H12Full Year55.00#327 English Literature & Composition-AP12Full Year55.00352 English - Creative Writing11 - 12Full Year55.00353 English - American and British Humor11 - 12Full Year55.00354 English - Public Speaking11 - 12Full Year55.00346 English - Film as Literature11 – 12Full Year55.00347 English - Sports in Literature & Society11 - 12Full Year55.00329 English - Exploring True Crime11 - 12Full Year55.00330 English - TeachRock11 - 12Full Year55.00331 English - Modern Love in Literature12Full Year55.00332 English - Literacy for Career Prep12Full Year55.00341 Literacy Foundations I9Full Year55.00342 Literacy Foundations II10Full Year55.00343 Literacy Foundations III11Full Year55.00395 Senior Support English Language Arts12Full Year55.00388 English Language Development (ELD)9 - 12Full Year55.00#390 Seminar AP10-11Full Year55.00#391 Research AP11-12Full Year55.00*= Weighted Courses – 8 points#= Weighted Courses – 15 pointsAP = Advanced PlacementCP = College PrepH = Honors41

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Descriptions of English Language Arts CoursesEnglish Language Arts I301 English Language Arts I-CP311 English Language Arts I-Advanced321 English Language Arts I-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Through this course, students will explore differentliterary works with a common theme of tolerance.Students will exhibit the ability to define and apply newvocabulary and enhance grammar skills. Students willalso work on writing skills through various forms ofdifferentiated instruction, including Writing Lab for thosestudents enrolled in English Language Arts I-CPAdvanced. PREREQUISITE for English Language Arts I –HonorsSelection for English Language Arts I Honors willbe based on multiple measures which may includebut are not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.Summer Reading Requirementsfor English Language Arts IStudents are required to do a summer reading assignment.Assignment will be announced before the end of the schoolyear.English Language Arts II302 English Language Arts II-CP312 English Language Arts II-Advanced322 English Language Arts II-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Through this course, students will be exposed to theworks of various world authors as they gain aperspective of government in various cultures. Studentswill exhibit the ability to define and apply new vocabularyand enhance grammar skills. Students will also work onwriting skills through various forms of differentiatedinstruction.PREREQUISITES for English Language Arts II –Honors1. Maintain a “77” or better average in EnglishLanguage Arts I-Honorsor2. A grade of “93” or higher in English LanguageArts I-AdvancedAND3. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success andlocal common assessment scores.Summer Reading Requirements forEnglish Language Arts IIStudents are required to do a summer reading assignment.Assignment will be announced before the end of the schoolyear.English Language Arts III303 English Language Arts III-CP313 English Language Arts III-Advanced323 English Language Arts III-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Through this course, students will explore various formsof American literature. Students will exhibit the ability todefine and apply new vocabulary and enhance grammarskills. Students will also work on writing skills throughvarious forms of differentiated instruction.PREREQUISITES for English Language Arts III –Honors1. Maintain a “77” or better average in EnglishLanguage Arts II-Honorsor2. A grade of “93” or higher in English LanguageArts II-AdvancedAND3. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success andlocal common assessment scores.42

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328 English Language and Composition APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES for English Language andComposition AP:1. Maintain a “85” or better average in EnglishLanguage Arts II-HonorsAND2. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success andlocal common assessment scores.THIS IS A COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSEThis course will offer students the opportunity to studyEnglish in preparation for taking the College Board Examfor advanced placement in college English at the end of11thgrade. It is possible for a student who successfullypasses the exam to receive as much as six semesterhours of credit in college. The course will be givenweighted grades. Study in the course will include collegelevel knowledge of American literature. There will be anemphasis on analytical writing and students will beexpected to critically analyze poetry and essays. Inaddition, students are required to meet the followingsummer reading requirements.Summer Reading Requirements for EnglishLanguage Arts IIIStudents are required to do a summer reading assignment.Assignment will be announced before the end of the schoolyear.English Language Arts IV304 English Language Arts IV-CP314 English Language Arts IV-Advanced324 English Language Arts IV-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Through this course, students will read British literaturewhile exploring the importance of characterizationthroughout various literary works. Students will exhibitthe ability to define and apply new vocabulary andenhance grammar skills. Students will also work onwriting skills through various forms of differentiatedinstruction.PREREQUISITES for English Language Arts IV –Honors1. Maintain a “77” or better average in EnglishLanguage Arts III-Honors or2. A grade of “93” or higher in English LanguageArts III-AdvancedAND3. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success andlocal common assessment scores.327 English Literature and Composition APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES for English Literature andComposition AP:1. Maintain a “85” or better average in EnglishLanguage Arts III-HonorsAND2. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success andlocal common assessment scores.THIS IS A COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSEThis course will offer students the opportunity to studyEnglish in preparation for taking the College Board Examfor advanced placement in college English. It is possiblefor a student who successfully passes the exam toreceive as much as six semester hours of credit incollege. The course will be given weighted grades. Studyin the course will include the four genres of literature(drama, novel, poetry and literature prose). There will bean emphasis on expository writing and close reading ofthe literature. In addition, students are required to meetthe following summer reading requirements.Summer Reading Requirements for EnglishLanguage Arts IVStudents are required to do a summer reading assignment.Assignment will be announced before the end of the schoolyear.347 English - Sports in Literature andSocietyLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Sport in Literature and Society is an elective course opento students who wish to discover fiction and non-fictionliterature relating to sports. While applying higher ordercritical thinking skills, students will read, write, anddiscuss various issues connected to sports and society.Students will have the opportunity to identify aconnection between personal interests andliterature. Students will also gain an understanding of43

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sport as not only a means of entertainment, but also asource of important literature and a lens through whichmeaningful societal issues can be viewed. This coursewill focus specifically on the literature of football andsoccer as well as other sports selected to coincide withthe calendar.352 English - Creative WritingLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will concentrate on developing students’ skillsin writing various kinds of poems and in exploringtechniques for writing fiction. Students will learn how todevelop different poetic forms and will learn how tocreate characters, establish conflict, and develop a plotwhile writing a short story. Students will write originalpoems, short stories, and/or plays.353 English - American and British HumorLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00A short history of the development of American andBritish humor will be given. All types of humor will beexplored such as satire, parody, irony, farce, andhyperbole. Students will read examples of the differenttypes as well as write some of their own originalhumorous stories. This course is open to juniors andseniors.354 English - Public SpeakingLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The purpose of this course is to give the student practicalhelp in learning to speak in public. All forms of oralcommunication will be practiced with special emphasis onconfidence building within the individual. The course willgive the student a brief history of speech but is primarilya student-actioncourse. The message, the speaker and the audience willbe examined in detail as the basis for effective publicspeaking. The various types of speeches will be practicedsuch as the speech to entertain, inform and persuade.346 English - Film as LiteratureLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This advanced elective course will expose students to avariety of landmark films from different historical periods,challenging them to look beyond the contemporary andunderstand the heritage of cinema. Students will developan approach to “reading” film that is similar to the studyof literary texts: they will learn to recognize, identify, andevaluate narrative elements including plot, structure,theme, characterization, point of view, and symbolism.Students also will learn to compare, analyze, evaluate,and cumulatively create various non-literary elements,such as set design and special effects, of American film.In viewing pre-defined films, students will garner abroader appreciation for a medium that illustrates andoften defines aspects of American culture. Viewing,listening, analytical thinking and frequent writing,including a research paper, will be emphasized.329 English - Exploring True CrimeLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will provide students with a literacyexperience that goes beyond the mere fascination withtrue crime. It aims to equip students with essential skillsfor critical thinking, research, ethical reasoning, andinterdisciplinary learning while nurturing their interest instorytelling and the complexities of the human condition.Ultimately, this course prepares students for academicsuccess and encourages responsible and thoughtfulengagement with the media and narratives that shapeour understanding of the world.*If taken during senior year, this course cansubstitute English IV.330 English - TeachRockLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The course will explore the study of music through allgenres with a particular focus on lyrics and historicalbackground. This course is broken into 5 Books: TheBirth of Rock, Teenage Rebellion, Transformation,Fragmentation, and Music Across Classrooms. Each bookacts as a timeline from the start of rock music until thepresent. Students will understand and learn aboutdifferent cultures and the relationship between music andliterature. Students will also be equipped with essentialskills for critical thinking, research, reasoning andrhetoric, and interdisciplinary learning while nurturing44

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their interest in storytelling and the complexities of thehuman condition through the lens of music.*If taken during senior year, this course cansubstitute English IV.331 English - Modern Love in LiteratureLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course offers a comprehensive examination ofmodern love and romance through the lenses ofliterature, psychology, and social science. Students willcritically analyze literary works to gain a deeperunderstanding of the complexities of love, relationships,and human emotions in the contemporary world, startingwith the classic of the genre, Jane Austen’s Pride andPrejudice and moving through progressively moremodern works to examine how love and courtship haveboth changed and remained the same. Students whotake this course should be interested in reading both inclass and independently, and they should be interested insharing with the class what they discovered in theirreading.The course also provides a place to wrestle with theideas and ideals about love in the modern age. Thiscourse will give students an opportunity not only to readand wrestle with the creative, humanistic literature butalso with the current psychological and social science inthe areas of modern romance and courtship. Studentswill use critical thinking skills not only to read, interpret,and discuss the works of literature, but also to blenddiscoveries from that work with discoveries in the socialscience and analyses of the current cultural narrativesaround love, romance, and courtship.*This course is only available for students in theirsenior year and can substitute English IV.332 English - Literacy for Career PrepLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Prerequisite:1. Placement in this course requires that thestudent has been accepted into the FRI program.This course will involve developing literacy skills throughthe student of world literature and a variety ofcontemporary texts that reflect and promote globalawareness, self-advocacy, and goal management.Students will develop effective communication skills, inboth spoken and written form, as well as critical readingskills through a variety of texts and genres. Students willbe expected to perform independent reading andresearch and engage in public speaking activities.*This course is only available for students in theirsenior year and can substitute English IV.341 Literacy Foundations I342 Literacy Foundations II343 Literacy Foundations IIILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Literacy Foundations is required for all students whorequire more assistance reaching district standards, asidentified by multiple measures. This course willconcentrate on literary analysis, inferentialcomprehension, and writing skills.Students identified in need of improvement in ELA will berequired to take Literacy Foundations and a regular ELAclass. Credit will be given for the Literacy Foundationsclass, which will take place of their electives, but will notfulfill their graduation requirements in ELA.390 Seminar APLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Prerequisite:1. Must be a 10th or 11th grade student.Seminar AP is a foundational course that engagesstudents in cross-curricular conversations that explorethe complexities of academic and real-world topics andissues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Using aninquiry framework, students practice reading andanalyzing articles, research studies, and foundationalliterary and philosophical texts; listening to and viewingspeeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; andexperiencing artistic works and performances. Studentslearn to synthesize information from multiple sources,45

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develop their own perspectives in research-based writtenessays, and design and deliver oral and visualpresentations, both individually and as part of a team.Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with thepower to analyze and evaluate information with accuracyand precision in order to craft and communicateevidence-based arguments. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminarand AP Research and on four additional AP Exams oftheir choosing receive the AP Capstone Diploma™.Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminarand AP Research but not on four additional AP Examsreceive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™.391 Research APLength of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Prerequisite:1. Successful completion of AP Seminar.AP Research allows students to deeply explore anacademic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest.Through this exploration, students design, plan, andconduct a year-long research based investigation toaddress a research question. In the AP Research course,students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminarcourse by understanding research methodology;employing ethical research practices; and accessing,analyzing, and synthesizing information as they addressa research question. Students explore their skilldevelopment, document their processes, and curate theartifacts of the development of their scholarly work in aportfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of4000–5000 words (accompanied by a performance orexhibition of product where applicable) and apresentation with an oral defense. There’s noend-of-course exam for AP Research. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminarand AP Research and on four additional AP Exams oftheir choosing receive the AP Capstone Diploma™.Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminarand AP Research but not on four additional AP Examsreceive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™.395 Senior Support (English Language Arts)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credit: 2.50Senior Support is offered for 12th grade students whorequire assistance fulfilling NJ Graduation Assessmentrequirement(s). This course will concentrate onpreparation for various standardized tests (NJGPA, PSAT,SAT and Accuplacer) focusing on test-taking strategies aswell as requisite skills in ELA and/or math. Students willreceive support and guidance in registering forassessments that fulfill their requirements. If by the endof December students have not met their graduationassessment requirement, they will begin completing thegraduation portfolio appeals process.Once a student has met their graduation assessmentrequirement(s), this class may be replaced with a studyhall, semester course (if applicable) or senior option.388 English Language Development (ELD)Length of Time Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The English Language Development course is designedto prepare Multilingual learners (MLs) to meet theEnglish language proficiency standards, the New JerseyStudent Learning Standards, and the WIDA ELDstandards. The ELD curriculum incorporates thedevelopment of language, literacy and critical thinkingskills for use across all subject areas. Rigor and relevanceis introduced in the form of discourse, technologicalapplications, and sociocultural contexts for language useinvolving interaction between the student and thelanguage environment.Family and Consumer Sciences46

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Course Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength of TimeNumber ofPeriods PerWeekNumber ofCredits501 Foods & Nutrition I9 - 10Full Year55.00502 Foods & Nutrition II10 - 12Full Year55.00503 Singles Survival11 - 12Full Year55.00505 Global Cuisine11 - 12Full Year55.00508 Childhood Development I9 - 10Full Year55.00509 Childhood Development II10 - 12Full Year55.00Areas Covered in Family and Consumer SciencesEight areas are covered in Family and Consumer Sciences courses. They include:a. Foods and Nutritionb. Clothing and Textilesc. Family Health and Safetyd. Home Managemente. Child Growth and Developmentf. Housing, Home Furnishings, Equipmentg. Personal and Family Relationshipsh. Personal and Family EconomicsEmphasis is placed in all units on consumer education and career opportunities in Family andConsumer Sciences and related fields.Requirements are: Class work, textbook study, evaluation tests, notebooks, outside preparationand homework, research, individual and group projects, home experiences.47

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Descriptions ofFamily and Consumer Sciences Courses501 Foods & Nutrition ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course is a hands-on focus on the science ofFood & Nutrition which will include informationstudents can use in their everyday life. It will focuson the latest dietary advice to help them makehealthy food choices. Food laboratory experienceswill emphasize kitchen and food safety whileexploring the nutritional value of the food products,purchasing, care, and storage of foods, andprinciples of food preparation. Students willdemonstrate basic food preparation techniques inlab experiences and analyze the finished product.Food & Nutrition I is a Prerequisite for Food &Nutrition II & Global Cuisine courses to ensurestudents are adequately prepared for thesubsequent courses.502 Foods & Nutrition IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful Completion of Foods & Nutrition I.This hands-on course will further students' learningabout food and nutrition and have a special focuson the art and science of baking. The students willbuild upon knowledge acquired from Food &Nutrition I. It will focus on planning meals inaccordance with the latest dietary advice to helpthem make healthy food choices while consideringdietary needs and a food budget. This course isalso a study of baking fundamentals including,dough, quick breads, pies, cakes, cookies. Studentswill apply knowledge and skills of how basicingredients function, baking/pastry vocabulary, andmixing techniques to produce baking/pastryproducts. Students will develop basic bread andpastry skills using tried and true techniques tomake breads, muffins, biscuits, pies, cakes,pastries, and specialized desserts. Food laboratoryexperiences will emphasize the healthy preparationof each food group and put a focus on baking.503 Singles SurvivalLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week 5Number of Credits: 5.00For Juniors and Seniors who have notpreviously had Foods & Nutrition I or II.The students will learn the basics of surviving onhis/her own--clothing and laundry care; budgetingmoney wisely; obtaining credit and furnishing a firstapartment. The student is required to purchasefabric to sew a pair of shorts after they completevarious hand-sewing and machine samples. Thecourse includes nutritional needs for good health,kitchen techniques and the basics for foodpreparation.505 Global CuisineLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. “90” or above in Foods & Nutrition I and IIor Singles Survival.2. Students should have an interest in theculinary area.In Global Cuisine, the emphasis of this course is onmore complex food preparation and equipment.We will examine food history in both the UnitedStates and across the world to see how it influenceshow we eat today. The United States is brokendown into 7 major regions in which we will studythe location, immigration, and reasons why certainfoods are important to each region. As we studyeach region, we will prepare and cook foods fromthat region and analyze each of our labexperiences. We will also study the world and lookat various countries and foods that are important tothem. We will prepare recipes from cultures aroundthe world to illustrate native foods and specialcooking techniques and skills. Students will havethe opportunity to plan, prepare, and taste variousglobal foods such as appetizers, entrees, sidedishes, and desserts. Other areas of study include:food service careers; safety and sanitation;appliance cookery; selection, care and use ofutensils and equipment; cookbook use andorganization; international foods; advanced cooking48

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techniques as related to basic nutrition. Studyincludes both textbook study and hands-onexperiences.508 Childhood Development ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Students study the physical, intellectual, andsocial-emotional development of a child from birthto toddler years. This course focuses on childrenand families in today’s world with topics of familydevelopment & family types and relationships. Italso focuses on parenting and caregiving roles inrelation to the developing child. The course coversthe topics of pregnancy and childbirth focusing onthe developmental stages of pregnancy. Behaviorand the rapid development of small and large motorskills from infancy to the toddler years will becovered in detail.509 Childhood Development IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Completion of Child Development I with a 70or better.Students study the physical, intellectual, andsocial-emotional development of Preschoolers andSchool-Aged Children. This course focuses onmeeting the direct needs of children in the agerange of 3 to 12 years old. Encouraging playexperiences, protecting the health and safety ofchildren, and meeting the needs of children’sspecial needs will be covered in detail. The coursealso covers the topics of child-related careers anddeveloping skills for career success.49

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Descriptions of Industrial TechnologyEducation Courses600 CAD ILength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course is designed to provide first yearstudents with basic skills in drafting.Students will learn the basics of aninteractive computer graphics system(C.A.D.) for preparing drawings.602 CAD IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course offers the beginning rudimentsof drafting from tools and materials and howto use them, to different types of drawings.It will help students who have an interest inreading blueprints in later life andoccupations as well as to the few who willcreate blueprints. Students will learn thebasics of an interactive computer graphicssystem (C.A.D.) for preparing drawings.603 CAD IIILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00A student selecting this course should havecompleted CAD II and have a desire toinvestigate all the aspects of machinedrafting and architectural drafting. This is aconcentrated course in CAD for the machineshop, including basic knowledge of shopprocesses. It is intended to convey anunderstanding of complicated blueprints,found in many trades, by drawing andreading. All aspects of house design andplanning and related construction trade jobopportunities in lumber yards, contractors’offices, etc. are covered. Students will drawusing the CAD system. Information will bestored and retrieved on a computer disc,and commercial quality drawings will beproduced using a computer drive plotter.605 Carpentry ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Carpentry I is a course for studentsinterested in studying the variouswoodworking and related industriesin-depth. The functions of a modernindustry will be examined through the use ofmore sophisticated projects and machineoperations. Time will also be given forindividual work.606 Carpentry IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Carpentry I.This is an advanced course for tenth,eleventh and twelfth-grade studentsdesigned to expand on the work ofCarpentry I. A marking period will bedevoted to students developing and workingon a mass production product as a class.This will cover design, advertising,packaging and sale of the product. Themajor part of the course will deal withproject work involving new industrialmethods of laminating (plastic and wood),veneering and bending with electronic woodwelding techniques and split piece latheturning to name a few.618 Carpentry IIILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Carpentry I &II with a grade of 77 or better inCarpentry II.Carpentry III is a course designed for theadvanced woodworking student. The courseinvolves construction of complex projectsdealing with precision woodworking. The51

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student will be expected to design, constructand finish projects of professional quality.624 Video Production ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will expose students to thefundamentals of cinematography and thebasic workflow of video production. Inaddition to video production, the curriculumwill set the foundations for the fundamentalprinciples of audio for film and video/filminglocation awareness. This course will alsoinclude heavy use of the latest videoproduction software and exposure toscreenplay writing, set design, and actorselection. This course should be selected bystudents that are curious about elements ofcreating film.625 Video Production IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Completed Video Production I.Students in the Television Production II classwill take the skills that were learned inTelevision Production I (camera operations,directing, script writing, and planning out aproduction,) and apply those skills toworking outside of the TV Studio. Studentsin the Television Production II class willlearn to use portable cameras, tripods,microphones, and how to create a televisionproduction when not working in the TVStudio. Students will take the footagerecorded and edit it using state of the artediting equipment. Students will learn howto edit their footage using non-linearcomputers using Adobe Premiere Pro to edittheir footage. Projects will range fromcommercials to news stories.623 Video Production IIILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Completed Video Production II.This course is designed to give the advancedVideo Production student an in-depth studyinto the Video Production process (writing,shooting, editing, and producing). Studentswill be required to produce a variety ofshows and or segments on a weekly,bi-weekly or monthly deadline. Video editingand advanced camera techniques will alsobe a focus of this course. Students will beencouraged to enter in local and nationalvideo competitions.635 Engineering EssentialsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Engineering Essentials is a course thatteaches problem-solving skills using a designdevelopment process. Models of productsolutions are created, analyzed andcommunicated using solid modelingcomputer design software.641 Environmental Sustainability HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completed Principles of Engineeringwith an 85 or better.Environmental Sustainability is a specializedengineering course where students areintroduced to environmental issues and theuse of the engineering design process toresearch and design potential solutions.Students will explore and help designsolutions to a variety of environmentalchallenges, such as a clean water supply,food security and renewable fuels.637 Principles of Engineering HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completed Engineering Essentialswith an 85 or better.2. Completed Algebra I CP/H with an85 or better.Principles of Engineering is a course thathelps students understand the field of52

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engineering/engineering technology.Exploring various technology systems andmanufacturing processes help students learnhow engineers and technicians use math,science and technology in an engineeringproblem solving process to benefit people.The course also includes concerns aboutsocial and political consequences oftechnological change.639 Engineering Capstone HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completed Principal of Engineeringwith an 85 or better.2. Completed Precalculus CP/H withan 85 or better.Engineering Capstone is an engineeringresearch course in which students work inteams to research, design and construct asolution to an open-ended engineeringproblem. Students apply principlesdeveloped in the four preceding courses andare guided by a community mentor. Theymust present progress reports, submit afinal written report and defend theirevaluations to a panel of outside reviewersat the end of the school year.53

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Descriptions of Mathematics Courses703 Pre-AlgebraLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Pre-Algebra is designed to ease the transition frombasic mathematical concepts to more abstract algebraicconcepts. Students will extend their understanding offundamental topics including the real number system,operations with integers, and order of operations. Theywill then be introduced to algebraic concepts includingwriting and simplifying algebraic expressions, solvinglinear equations and inequalities, and real-worldapplications.706 Algebra ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Algebra I presents the foundation for upper-levelmath courses. It covers the use of the real numbersystem, written polynomials, equations, inequalities,factoring, rational expressions, systems of equationsand radicals. This comprehensive course preparesstudents to pursue algebra in related disciplines andreal world situations.707 GeometryLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Successful completion of Algebra I.2. Final average of 77 or better in eighthgrade Algebra.3. This course is also available over thesummer to accelerate the mathematicsprogram.This course emphasizes the study of EuclideanGeometry, including spatial relationships and thedevelopment of logical arguments and geometricproof. Geometric transformations are studied as thefoundation for understanding both congruence andsimilarity, which in turn become the foundation forunderstanding relationships between and withintriangles, quadrilaterals, right triangles and circles.Additional topics of study include coordinategeometry and three-dimensional figures. It isrequired that the student selecting this course shouldhave successfully passed Algebra I.708 Geometry - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “85” or higher in Algebra I.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete the introductoryassignment during the summer.This Geometry course emphasizes an in-depth studyof the same topics as Geometry. A greater emphasisis placed on problem solving, proof, and logicalreasoning.709 Algebra IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course is a continuation of Algebra I. It includesa more in-depth look at quadratic functions, as wellas the study of polynomial, logarithmic and rationalfunctions and an introductory study of statistics.Algebra II is open to students who have successfullycompleted Algebra I and Geometry.710 Algebra II - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “85” or better inAlgebra I.2. Meets or exceeds the expectations of theAlgebra I New Jersey Student LearningAssessment (NJSLA).3. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.4. The student must complete the introductoryassignment during the summer.This course emphasizes an in-depth study of thesame topics as Algebra II as well as an introductorystudy of trigonometric functions. The purchase of aTI-84 calculator is highly recommended.55

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711 Pre-CalculusLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Algebra II. Thiscourse is also available over the summer toaccelerate the mathematics program.Pre-Calculus includes a thorough presentation oftrigonometric concepts such as trigonometricfunctions and their graphs, right triangle solutions,identities, inverse functions and logarithms. Itextends the study of functions to include polynomialfunctions, differentials, exponential and circularfunctions. The purchase of a TI-84 calculator is highlyrecommended.712 Pre-Calculus - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “80” or better in AlgebraII-Honors (or) Final average of “90”or better in Algebra II.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete theintroductory assignment during thesummer.This course is designed to prepare students for afull-year of calculus. It consists of elementaryfunctions, trigonometry and its applications,sequences, series and limits, algebraic functions,exponential and logarithmic functions, conics, anintroduction to calculus and an introduction toprobability.The student must have successfully completedGeometry and Algebra II in order to enter thiscourse. The purchase of a TI-84 calculator is highlyrecommended.713 Calculus - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “80” or better inPre-Calculus (CP) (or) “70” or better inPre-Calculus Honors.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete the introductoryassignment during the summer.Calculus is the mathematics of motion and change.This course begins with a review of functions andlimits. This leads to an understanding and theapplication of differentials which deal with calculatingrates and integrations which determine a functionfrom its rate of change. The purchase of a TI-84calculator is highly recommended.728 Calculus - AB Advanced PlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “80” or better inPre-Calculus-Honors (or) Final average of”90” or better in Pre-Calculus with teacherrecommendation.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete the introductoryassignment during the summer.THIS IS A COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSEThe purpose of this course is to have students (1)recognize and evaluate limits, both finite and infinite,(2) find the derivative of basic functions, (3) applythe derivative to the solution of various wordproblems, (4) find the integral of various problemsand (5) apply the integral to the solution of variousword problems. Students will have the opportunity totake the College Board Advanced PlacementExamination for college credit. The purchase of aTI-84 calculator is highly recommended.714 Calculus - BC Advanced PlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Final average of “80” or better inCalculus-Advanced Placement-AB in theirjunior year.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete the introductoryassignment during the summer.56

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THIS IS A COLLEGE-LEVEL COURSEThe purpose of this course is to have studentscontinue their in-depth study of the skills andconcepts presented in the Calculus-AdvancedPlacement-AB course. Advanced derivative andintegral applications will be taught. This course is forthe student interested in a career in mathematics,the sciences, or engineering. Students will have theopportunity to take the College Board AdvancedPlacement Calculus BC test for college credit. Thepurchase of a TI-84 Graphing Calculator is highlyrecommended.750 StatisticsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Successful completion of Algebra I andGeometry.This course is designed to prepare students who arecollege bound and interested in pursuing careers thatrequire an analysis of statistics to be successful at thecollege level. The purpose of this course is tointroduce students to the major concepts and toolsfor collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusionsfrom data. Students will learn the basics of statisticsand probability. They will learn how to read andinterpret data, make inferences based on data, rulesof probability and how to use them, and howstatistics and probability relate to real worldphenomenon. Students will use experiments andsurveys to collect and analyze data. The purchase ofa TI-84 Graphing Calculator is highly recommended.751 Statistics-Advanced PlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Final average of “85” or better in Algebra IICP (or) Final average of “77” or better inAlgebra II Honors.2. Multiple measures which may include butare not limited to markers of future successand local common assessment scores.3. The student must complete theintroductory assignment during thesummer.The AP Statistics course is an excellent option for anystudent who has successfully completed a secondyear course in algebra and who possesses sufficientmathematical maturity and quantitative reasoningability, as well the ability to communicate effectivelyin writing. Students can take AP Statistics instead ofCalculus or in addition to it. This AP Statistics coursewill expose students to college-level mathematics.Studying statistics involves collecting, organizing,summarizing, analyzing, and drawing conclusionsfrom data. Many college majors require students totake at least one semester of a statistics course.Students will have the opportunity to take the CollegeBoard AP Exam for college credit. The purchase of aTI-84 Graphing Calculator is highly recommended.731 College and Career ReadinessMathLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course combines topics from Algebra I andGeometry to develop essential career-ready mathknowledge and skills. It emphasizes an understandingof mathematical concepts by engaging students inreal-world applications. Reasoning, sets, logic,algebra, geometry and measurement, probability andstatistics are topics that are covered. College andCareer Readiness Math is a third or fourth-year mathelective for students planning to attend avocational/technical school or intend to major in aLiberal Arts area in college. This course is best usedas an alternative to Algebra II.760 Senior Support MathLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credit: 2.50Senior Support is offered for 12th grade studentswho require assistance fulfilling NJ GraduationAssessment requirement(s). This course willconcentrate on preparation for various standardizedtests (NJGPA, PSAT, SAT and Accuplacer) focusing ontest-taking strategies as well as requisite skills in ELAand/or math. Students will receive support andguidance in registering for assessments that fulfilltheir requirements. If by the end of Decemberstudents have not met their graduation assessmentrequirement, they will begin completing thegraduation portfolio appeals process.Once a student has met their graduation assessmentrequirement(s), this class may be replaced with astudy hall, semester course (if applicable) or senioroption.57

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ScienceCourse Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength of TimeNumber ofPeriods PerWeekNumberofCredits150 Fundamentals of ScienceCollege Preparatory10 - 12Full Year55.00139 Biology/Lab - College Preparatory9 - 12Full Year55.00140 Chemistry/LabCollege Preparatory10 - 12Full Year55.00156 Environmental Science10 - 12Full Year55.00141 Physics/LabCollege Preparatory11 - 12Full Year66.00*142 Physics/Lab - Honors11 - 12Full Year66.00161 Introduction to Space Science11 - 12Semester52.50144 Human Physiology & Anatomy/Lab-College Preparatory11 - 12Full Year55.00*145 Biology/Lab-Honors9 - 10Full Year55.00*146 Chemistry/Lab - Honors10 - 11Full Year66.00*147 Human Physiology andAnatomy/Lab – Honors#174 Environmental ScienceAdvanced Placement11 – 1211 - 12Full YearFull Year676.007.00#175 Chemistry/LabAdvanced Placement11 - 12Full Year77.00#176 Biology/LabAdvanced Placement11 - 12Full Year77.00#177 Physics 1/LabAdvanced Placement11 - 12Full Year77.00#178 Physics “C”/LabAdvanced Placement12Full Year77.00179 Forensics11 - 12Full Year55.00182 Medical Interventions11 - 12Semester52.50183 Introduction to Infectious Disease11 - 12Semester52.50*= Weighted Course – 8 points#=Weighted Course – 15 points58

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Descriptions of Science Courses150 Fundamentals of ScienceCollege PreparatoryLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The main objective of this course is to develop in thestudents an understanding of the fundamental theorieswhich are basic to physical science. The major areascovered will be basic earth science, heat, mechanics,electricity and magnetism; the metric system; andmeasurements used in scientific experimentation.139 Biology/Lab College PreparatoryLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This biology course is a laboratory oriented, academiccourse. It is designed for students who plan to attendeither a four-year college, community college or anursing school. The course is devoted to a systematicanalysis of the cell, the chemical process andrequirements within the cell, the structure of unicellularorganisms, the cellular structure and functions of multi-cellular organisms and the relationships betweenorganisms and their biotic and physical environment.Included are recent developments in the biologicalsciences and various careers relating to biology.140 Chemistry/Lab College PreparatoryLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Earned a grade of “70” or higherin Biology / Lab.2. Earned a grade of “70” or higher inAlgebra I.This course is designed as a college preparatory coursewhich is primarily theoretical in nature. The student willgain a foundation in the fundamental theories andconcepts of inorganic chemistry. A variety of basiclaboratory techniques will be included in this coursewhere opportunities for experimentation and a variety oflaboratory experiences are available. Some of the majortopics covered are: atomic structure, chemical bonding,periodic law, chemical formulas and equations, mass andvolume relations in reactions, equilibrium andoxidation-reduction.156 Environmental ScienceLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Earn a grade of 70 or higher in Biology/Lab CPor Biology/Lab Honors.Environmental Science is designed to develop the idea oflooking at the earth and its societies as an environmentin order to be understood and conserved. Relationshipsof all living things to their environment is studied,including man’s effect on these living things. Ecologicalproblems are constantly investigated by data collectionand experimentation. Whenever possible, solutions tothese problems are suggested, debated and tested.Particular attention is given to New Jersey environmentalproblems, issues and developments.141 Physics/Lab College PreparatoryLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00PREREQUISITES:1. Earned a grade of “70” or higher in Geometry.This course is designed as a college preparatory coursefor the student who would like a background in Physicsbut who does not necessarily intend to pursue a majorin science in college. The student will gain a foundationin the concepts of Physics and the application of theseconcepts in problem-solving. The course will includelecture, laboratory, quantitative problem-solving projectsand some independent work. Topics covered include;motion, forces, work and energy, electrostatics, currentelectricity and basic circuits, magnetism, waves, lightand optics.142 Physics/Lab - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00PREREQUISITES:1. Students should be a junior or senior.2. “93” or better in Algebra II and Chemistry CPand or “85” or better in Algebra II Honors andChemistry Honors.Physics/Lab-Honors is a one-year introductory course forthe academically-oriented student who has a strong59

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aptitude and interest in science. The course will includelecture, laboratory, quantitative problem-solving,projects and some independent work. Strong emphasiswill be placed on mathematical problem-solving andapplying concepts. Topics covered include: motion,forces, gravitation, work and energy, conservation laws,electrostatics, current electricity and basic circuits,magnetism, electromagnetism, waves, light and optics.161 Introduction to Space ScienceLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50Introduction to Space Science is a class designed forstudents to explore scientific theories and models in anattempt to explain the structure and formation of oursolar system and observable universe.Students will learn about the formation and death of astar and how they are responsible for creating everyknown substance in the universe. Additionally, thiscourse will take a look into past and present spacemissions and discuss the importance of spaceexploration.144 Human Physiology and Anatomy/LabLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. Students must pass Biology/Lab with a gradeof “80” or higher in Biology/Lab (CP or Honors).This course is designed to familiarize students with thefunctions of their own bodies and to prepare those whoare interested for further specialized work in the field. Itis an introductory course for students who wish moredetailed explanations about the structure and functionsof the body’s systems. Some topics covered include: Thebody as a whole; bones and muscles; the nervoussystem; the digestive system; the respiratory system;the circulatory system; metabolism and excretion; theendocrine system; reproduction and heredity.145 Biology/Lab - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Multiple measures which may include but arenot limited to markers of future success, andlocal common assessment scores.2. Students must have completed or areconcurrently enrolled in Algebra I.This biology course is a laboratory-oriented, academiccourse. This course is offered to students who are highlymotivated and have displayed an aptitude for science. Itis designed to encourage a greater degree of scientificinquiry in the student and to develop more intensivestudy of the subject. The course is devoted to asystematic analysis of the cell, the chemical processesand requirements within the cell, the structure ofunicellular organisms, the cellular structure andfunctions of multi-cellular organisms and therelationships between organisms and their biotic andphysical environment. Included are recent developmentsin the biological sciences and various careers relating tobiology.146 Chemistry/Lab - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00PREREQUISITES:1. 85 or higher in Honors Biology2. 93 or higher in Biology CP.Chemistry/Lab-Honors will consider principles andconcepts in greater detail and more depth thanChemistry/Lab. Additional material covered will, to someextent, reflect interests and needs of the individualstudent. A variety of basic laboratory techniques will beincluded in this course where opportunities forexperimentation and a variety of laboratory experiencesare available.147 Human Physiology and Anatomy -HonorsLength of time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completion of Honors Biology with a “85”or higher (or)2. Completion of Biology/Lab with a “93” orhigher.3. Recommend successful completion ofchemistry.This course is designed to familiarize students with thefunctions of their own bodies. The course explains indetail the structure and function of the body’s systems.This course is offered to highly motivated students whohave an aptitude for science. This course is designed forstudents seeking biology, medicine or general sciencemajors in college. Some topics include: cellular biologyand the body as a whole; bones and muscles; thenervous system; the digestive system; the respiratorysystem; the circulatory system; metabolism and60

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excretion; the endocrine system; reproduction; heredity;lymphatic system; and immunity.174 Environmental Science -Advanced PlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 7Number of Credits: 7.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completion of CP or Honors Biology with agrade of 85 or better.2. Completion of CP or Honors Chemistry with agrade of 85 or better.3. Due to the quantitative analysis required inthe course, students must successfullycomplete at least one year of Algebra.This is the equivalent of a one semester CollegeLevel Course.The AP Environmental Science course is designed to bethe equivalent of a one-semester, introductory collegecourse in environmental science, through which studentsengage with the scientific principles, concepts, andmethodologies required to understand theinterrelationships of the natural world. The courserequires that students identify and analyze natural andhuman-made environmental problems, evaluate therelative risks associated with these problems, andexamine alternative solutions for resolving or preventingthem. Environmental Science is interdisciplinary,embracing topics from geology, biology, environmentalstudies, environmental science, chemistry, andgeography. Although there are no specific APEnvironmental Science labs or field investigationsrequired for the course, it is expected that studentsperform as many labs/field investigations as possible.Due to the overlap in subject material, concurrentenrollment in AP Human Geography is suggested.175 Chemistry/Lab - AdvancedPlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 7Number of Credits: 7.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completion of Chemistry/Lab - Honors with agrade of “85” or higher and teacherrecommendation (and)2. Successful completion of Algebra II with agrade of “85” or higher.3. Physics/Lab (can take concurrently)4. Students will be required to complete anintroductory packet during the summer.70% of the student’s grade is based on majorassessment/special projects. The remaining 30%will be typed formal laboratory reports and otherassignments.This is a two-semester College-LevelCourseAdvanced Placement Chemistry is a second-yearChemistry/Lab course intended for highly motivatedstudents. Content covered in the course is equivalent toa full-year college-level chemistry course usually takenduring the first college year. Areas covered include:structure of matter; states of matter; chemical reactions;descriptive chemistry and laboratory chemistry.176 Biology / Lab - AdvancedPlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 7Number of Credits: 7.00PREREQUISITES:Advanced Placement Biology is open to anyJunior or Senior that has:1. Completed Honors Biology with an “85” orhigher (or)2. Completed CP Biology/Lab with an “93” orhigher (or)3. Teacher recommendation from former Biologyteacher.Students will benefit from taking Anatomy andPhysiology concurrently.An annotated course outline is available uponrequest.This Is a College-Level CourseThis course is designed to be the equivalent of acollege-introductory biology course usually taken bybiology majors during the first year.Advanced Placement Biology will include the topicsregularly covered in a college biology course for majorsor in the syllabus from a high-quality college program inintroductory biology. The textbooks used for AdvancedPlacement Biology will be those used by college biologymajors and the kinds of labs done by AdvancedPlacement students will be the equivalent of those doneby college students.The two main goals of Advanced Placement Biology areto help students develop a conceptual framework formodern biology and to help students gain anappreciation of science as a process. The ongoing61

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information explosion in biology makes these goals evenmore challenging. Primary emphasis in AdvancedPlacement Biology will be on developing anunderstanding of concepts rather than on memorizingterms and technical details. Essential to this conceptualunderstanding are the following: a grasp of science as aprocess rather than an accumulation of facts; personalexperience in scientific inquiry; recognition of unifyingthemes that integrate the major topics of biology; andapplication of biological knowledge and critical thinkingto environmental and social concerns. The new APBiology curriculum centers around four “Big Ideas”:1. The process of evolution drives the diversityand unity of life.2. Biological systems utilize free energy andmolecular building blocks to grow, toreproduce, and to maintain dynamichomeostasis.3. Living systems store, retrieve, transmit, andrespond to information essential to lifeprocesses.4. Biological systems interact, and thesesystems and their interactions possesscomplex properties.177 Physics 1/Lab - AdvancedPlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 7Number of Credits: 7.00PREREQUISITES:1. “93” or better in Algebra II and Chemistry andor “85” or better in Algebra II H andChemistry H.2. Students should be concurrently enrolled inPre-Calculus or Calculus.The AP Physics 1 course focuses on the big ideastypically included in the first semester of analgebra-based, introductory college-level physicssequence and provides students with enduringunderstandings to support future advanced course workin the sciences. Through inquiry-based learning,students will develop critical thinking and reasoningskills, as defined by the AP Science Practices. Studentswill cultivate their understanding of physics and sciencepractices as they explore the following topics:kinematics, dynamics: Newton’s laws, circular motionand universal law of gravitation, simple harmonicmotion: simple pendulum and mass-spring systems,impulse, linear momentum, and conservation of linearmomentum: collisions, work, energy, and conservationof energy, rotational motion: torque, rotationalkinematics and energy, rotational dynamics, andconservation of angular momentum, electrostatics:electric charge and electric force, DC circuits: resistorsonly, mechanical waves and sound.178 Physics “C”/Lab – AdvancedPlacementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 7Number of Credits: 7.00PREREQUISITES:1. Successful completion of Physics/Lab-Honors with a grade of “85” or higher andteacher recommendation.2. Successful completion of Pre-Calculus witha grade of “85” or higher.3. Current enrollment in Calculus:Calculus AP preferred.This Is A College-Level CourseAdvanced Placement Physics “C” is a second yearPhysics course designed for the science/engineeringmajor. It is a calculus based first year college levelcourse. The course involves two main topics: mechanicsand electro-magnetism. Roughly one-half the year isspent on each of these two main topics. Calculus is usedfreely in formulating advanced principles and in solvingproblems. The major goals for this course are:● Advanced knowledge of the discipline of physicsincluding phenomenology, theories andtechniques, and generalizing principles.● Ability to obtain solutions to physical questionsby use of physical intuition, creativity, andapplication of advanced mathematicaltechniques.● Gaining an appreciation of the physical worldand reasoned skepticism.● Understanding connections of physics to otherdisciplines both in and out of the scientific fields.179 ForensicsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will provide the fundamental concepts of theapplication of science to criminal investigation and therole of science in the criminal justice system. Casehistories will be discussed and students will learn howforensic science has impacted the “Crimes of theCentury”. Technologies, such as DNA profiling and crimescene investigation: including the collection/ recovery offorensic evidence from physical crime scenes, victims62

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and suspects, the processing of evidence in the crimelab, and preservation of evidence for presentation in thecourtroom will be discussed in detail. Strong sciencebackground is essential, as well as parental permissionrequired with regard to violent subject matter anddetails.182 Medical InterventionsLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITES:1. Students must have completed, or areconcurrently enrolled in Human Physiologyand Anatomy.2. Completion of Introduction to InfectiousDisease preferred.Medical Interventions is a semester-long programfocusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention ofcommon diseases. Students will also develop proficiencyin medical terminology with a combination of lab-basedinvestigations and research based activities. This coursecovers contemporary disease treatment modalities,patient screening and evaluation techniques, and propermedical documentation. It provides exposure to varioushealthcare fields.183 Introduction to Infectious DiseaseLength of Time SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITES:1. Earned a grade of “70” or better inChemistry CP or Honors.Introduction to Infectious Disease is designed to be anintroductory class for students wanting to learn moreabout microorganisms and human infectious diseasesthey cause. The learner will gain a solid foundation ofknowledge about nomenclature, symptomatology,prevention, and treatment of parasitic, viral, bacterial,and fungal infections.63

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Social StudiesCourse Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength ofTimeNumber ofPeriodsPer WeekNumberofCredits239 Students with Exceptionalities10 - 12Semester52.50242 Anthropology (A)10 - 12Semester52.50246 World History – CP9Full Year55.00247 World History - Advanced9Full Year55.00*248 World History – H9Full Year55.00250 United States History I – CP10Full Year55.00251 United States History I – Advanced10Full Year55.00*252 United States History I – H10Full Year55.00254 United States History II – CP11Full Year55.00255 United States History II – Advanced11Full Year55.00*256 United States History II – H11Full Year55.00258 Sociology11 - 12Semester52.50259 Psychology – CP10 - 12Semester52.50263 Developmental Psychology11 - 12Semester52.50300 Death and Dying/Futurology (A)11 - 12Semester52.50268 Criminology (A)11 - 12Semester52.50276 Educational Psychology11 - 12Semester52.50279 Holocaust and Genocide11 - 12Full Year55.00#280 United States History I - AP10Full Year55.00#281 United States History II - AP11Full Year55.00#282 United States Government and Politics - AP11 - 12Full Year55.00#283 Psychology - AP11 - 12Full Year55.00286 Introduction to Law9 - 12Full Year55.00287 Civics (A)9 - 12Full Year55.00288 Law Enforcement (B)9 - 12Full Year55.00289 Constitutional Law11 - 12Full Year55.00#292 Human Geography - AP10 - 12Full Year55.00293 Introduction to the Teaching Profession9 - 12Full Year55.00306 Tomorrow’s Teachers12Full Year55.00296 Modern World Affairs (B)11 - 12Semester52.50297 Minority Experience in America10 - 12Full Year55.00299 Philosophy of Life (B)11 - 12Semester52.50*= Weighted Courses – 8 points #= Weighted Courses – 15 points (B) = Rotation B 24-25 SY (A) = Rotation A 25-26 SY64

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Descriptions of Social Studies CoursesWorld History246 World History-CP247 World History-Advanced248 World History-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:World History-Honors:1. Final average of "A" in eighth-grade History.This course is a required course for all ninth-gradestudents. The course will survey the development of themodern world from the first global age to the presentday in both the Eastern and Western halves of theworld. The emphasis will be on how cultural,geographical, political, and economic factors impactedthe development of the modern world and its growinginterdependency. The course will further examine theroles and responsibilities of nations in the modern globalcommunity.The course is offered in three levels: College Prep B,College Prep A and Honors. Each level will require morereasoning, depth, research and reading on the part ofthe student and the pace will be faster.United States History I250 United States History I-CP251 United States History I-Advanced252 United States History I-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:United States History I-Advanced:1. World History-Advanced with a minimum gradeof “70” or World History - CP with a minimumgrade of “85” is strongly recommended.United States History I-H:1. World History-Advanced with a minimum gradeof “93” or World History I Honors with aminimum grade of “85”.This is a required course which is offered on four levelsfor all tenth-grade students. During this course, studentswill study the history of the United States fromPre-Columbian times up to 1900. Major turning points,people, laws, economic and social patterns, geographicalconcepts and social studies skills and attitudes inkeeping with the New Jersey High School CoreCurriculum Content Standards will be emphasized. Eachlevel of the course requires increased reading andwriting skills. While critical thinking skills are emphasizedthroughout all levels, students in each level are expectedto show increased ability in this area.280 United States History I-APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. World History-H and English Honors with agrade of “90” or above.2. World History-Advanced and English-Advancedwith a grade of “95” or above.This Is A College-Level CourseThe Advanced Placement program in United StatesHistory is designed to provide students with theanalytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to dealcritically with the problems and materials in UnitedStates History. The program prepares students forintermediate and advanced college courses by makingdemands upon them equivalent to those made by afull-year introductory college courses. Students will betaught to assess historical materials - their relevance toa given interpretive problem, their reliability, and theirimportance to weigh the evidence and interpretationspresented in historical scholarship. An AdvancedPlacement United States History course will teach theskills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis ofan informed judgement and to present reasons andevidence clearly and persuasively in essay format.United States History II254 United States History II-CP255 United States History II-Advanced256 United States History II-HLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:United States History II-Advanced:1. U.S. History I-Advanced with a minimum gradeof “70” or U.S. History I-CP with a minimumgrade of “85” is strongly recommended.65

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United States History II-Honors:1. U.S. History I-Advanced with a minimum gradeof 93 or U.S. History I - Honors with a minimumgrade of “85”.This is a required course for all eleventh-grade students.It is offered on four levels. During this course studentswill study the history of the United States from 1900 tothe present. Students are expected to build on thefoundation of social studies skills and knowledge thatthey have acquired in World History and United StatesHistory I. The New Jersey State Core Curriculum ContentStandards will provide the direction for the study of themajor turning points, people, laws, economic and socialpatterns, geographical concepts, social studies skills andattitudes that are necessary for understanding thiscritical period of United States history. Special emphasiswill be given to a study of government in this course.Each level of the course requires increased skills inreading, writing and critical thinking.281 United States History II-APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:1. U.S. History I-AP with a grade of "80" or aboveOR U.S. History I Honors with a departmentcommittee recommendation and a grade of"93" or above.This Is A College-Level CourseThe Advanced Placement program in United StatesHistory is designed to provide students with theanalytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to dealcritically with the problems and materials in UnitedStates History. The program prepares students forintermediate and advanced college courses by makingdemands upon them equivalent to those made by afull-year introductory college courses. Students shouldlearn to assess historical materials--their relevance to agiven interpretive problem, their reliability, and theirimportance to weigh the evidence and interpretationspresented in historical scholarship. An AdvancedPlacement United States History course should thusdevelop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions onthe basis of an informed judgement and to presentreasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essayformat.258 SociologyLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course will focus on social groups and their affecton the individual. Areas covered will include: culture(including cultural diversity and ethnic sensitivity), socialstructure, social stratification (in terms of class, race,gender and age) and social problems. Students will berequired to conduct and participate in social researchwhile developing their own solutions for social change.Upon completion of this course, students will recognizethe need for social cooperation and become activecontributors to society.259 Psychology-CPLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course is a study of how and why human beingsbehave the way they do. It is designed to help youprepare for a college-level general psychology course. Itwill also help every student learn to understand whyhe/she behaves the way they do and why others behaveas they do. Topics include: learning theory and memory,personality, emotions & stress, intelligence, physiologyas it relates to human behavior, states of consciousness,psychological disorders and therapy.263 Development PsychologyLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITE:1. Successful completion of Psychology CP.This course focuses on the study of human growth anddevelopment. Major theories related to the physical,cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development willbe examined over the semester. Students will explorethe field of developmental psychology and will learnabout the common research methods that are used tostudy infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents. Thiscourse is a required course for those students enrolled inthe WHS Teacher Academy.300 Death and Dying/Futurology (A)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.5066

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Facing the issue of death is a part of every human life.Issues such as aging, grief, suicide, funeral options,wills, euthanasia and losses related to these experiencesin our lives will be examined. Wherever possible, we willbring professionals in these fields into the classroom todiscuss and present their expertise to the class.What will life be like in the future for our world? Will lifebe better than today or worse? Questions like these willbe the basis for this course.268 Criminology (A)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50Criminology will give students an opportunity to make anin-depth study of one of our society’s more serious socialproblems. Students will study the various theories ofwhy crime exists in our society and investigate thenumerous solutions that have been offered to relieve theproblem. Crime will also be viewed from a historicalperspective to give the student an understanding ofwhat has been our society’s approach, as well as othersocieties, to this enduring social problem. A thoroughexamination of the Bill of Rights as it pertains to ourcriminal justice system is an integral part of this course.Criminal behavior will be assessed with the hope ofunderstanding why individuals do what they do. Thiscourse will also make students aware of the process ofcriminal justice, including the juvenile justice system,and of their rights and responsibilities in the system.276 Educational PsychologyLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Psychology CP.This course examines learning, motivation, development,and personality in the educational setting. Students willstudy learning theories as well as social learningprocesses that underlie education. Emphasis will beplaced on developing skills to better understand learnersto foster improved learning, influence, and manageclassroom learning, and recognize and considerindividual differences.279 Holocaust and GenocideLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will focus on the history of genocidethroughout world history. Areas covered will include:Native Americans, Irish Famine, Armenian persecution,Cambodian killing fields, the Jewish Holocaust, Stalin’sRussia, and modern day Yugoslavia’s ethnic cleansing.282 United States Government andPolitics-APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. "80" or higher in U.S. History AP or "85" orhigher in U.S. History H or “93” or higher inU.S. History Advanced.This Is A College-Level CourseThis course will offer students the opportunity to studygovernment and politics in preparation for taking theCollege Board Exam for advanced placement inAmerican government and politics. The course contentwill include the study of the constitutional underpinningsof our government, the institutions of our government,the development and implementation of public policy,the elective process and the nature of Americandemocracy. Emphasis will be placed on the developmentof a critical perspective on American government andpolitics.283 Psychology-APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Psychology CP with a grade of “93” or higherand earn a grade of “93” or higher in USHistory I Advanced or US History II Advanced.2. "80" or higher in U.S. History I or II AP or "85”or higher in U.S. History I or II H. Studentswho have taken Honors or AP level US Historycourses, may take Psychology CP prior to thiscourse, but it is not required.This is a College-Level CourseThis course will offer students the opportunity to studyPsychology in preparation for taking the College BoardExam for Advanced Placement in College Psychology.Highly motivated students should come to the classprepared for an in-depth study of college-level GeneralPsychology. The course will require reading professional67

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psychology journals and writing papers equivalent tocollege-level study. The course is highly recommendedfor students planning to major in Psychology.306 Tomorrow’s TeachersLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00A great course for students planning to pursue a careerin teaching. This capstone course is designed to preparenew teachers to be: competent in their content area,understand and integrate strong pedagogical practices inengaging ways, recognize and meet the diverse needs ofall learners, and demonstrate professionalresponsibilities. It will provide an integral coverage ofpracticum teaching observations, discover types ofteaching practices, and classroom managementtechniques. Students will decide a track: elementary orsecondary and the age of students they want to workwith in the classroom. Students will identify andimplement a variety of teaching methods.296 Modern World Affairs (B)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of World History, U.S.History I and U.S. History II.This course will explore the complex global world thatstudents live in. Students will study various 21st centuryissues by connecting the past to the present andby examining multiple perspectives on theseissues. Topics will include: social/cultural issues,economics, politics, foreign policy and include bothAmerican and World issues. Students will collaborativelyevaluate possible solutions to problems and conflicts thatarise in an interconnected world. This course is an openspace to discuss potentially controversial issues in arespectful yet honest way and to take actionto tackle complex global and domestic issues in a safeand respectable environment.286 Introduction to LawLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Introduction to Law & Law Related Careers is one of thefirst courses that mark the beginning of the Law andJustice Academy course of study. This course will be asurvey of the history of western law and its influence onthe civil and criminal aspects of the American legalsystem. A starting point for the course will be a cursoryreview of Ancient law codes including but not limited toHebraic, Hammurabi, Roman, and Teutonic systems ofjustice. A more in-depth look at English Common Law,the Magna Charta, and the English Bill of Rights willfollow. From there, the major emphasis will be on thethree main sources of law in America: The Constitution,the Congressional Statutes, and the Supreme CourtDecisions. Also included will be a comparison ofdifferences and similarities between civil and criminallaw. Students will also be presented with a myriad ofdifferent areas and fields in which they may pursue acareer in the law and justice related professions.Emphasis will be given to the law enforcement aspect ofcareers, but other career paths will be studied, such as:attorney, probation officer, corrections personnel, federallaw agencies, private security companies, and courtroompersonnel. Research via multiple sources of the differentcareer avenues will be a major feature of this part of thecourse-including guest speakers who are actuallypracticing members of these professions.287 CivicsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Understanding the various functions of our governmentat the local, state, and national level are thefundamental purposes of this course. Also included willbe the responsibilities and rights of citizens in ademocracy. Issues and problems that challenge ourgovernment system will also be examined. Studentsconsidering a course in any field related to governmentsuch as police, law, civil service, military, court reporting,foreign service, etc. will find this course beneficial forunderstanding the role government plays in our dailylives.288 Law EnforcementLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The Law Enforcement course begins with an in-depthlook at the historical development of the police, goingback to the English roots and the early Americanexperience. Major emphasis is placed on the policingtechniques in the early part of the 20thcentury, includingProhibition and police corruption. Students will studytopics such as federal, state, and local law agencies,private protective services, police management andcontemporary policing, the abuse of police power, andlegal issues pertaining to the U. S. Constitution. Guest68

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speakers, contemporary TV and video police shows andmovies, and role playing scenarios will supplement thewritten course of study.289 Constitutional LawLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The topic of constitutional law deals with theinterpretation and implementation of the United StatesConstitution. As the Constitution is the foundation of theUnited States, Constitutional Law deals with some of thefundamental relationships within our society. Thisincludes relationships among the states, the states andthe federal government, the three branches (TheExecutive, Legislature, and Judiciary) of the federalgovernment, and the rights of the individual in relationof both federal and state government. The SupremeCourt has played a crucial role in interpreting theConstitution. Consequently, the study of ConstitutionalLaw focuses heavily on Supreme Court rulings. Emphasiswill be placed on aspects of the Constitution that dealwith law enforcement issues.This topic will also cover the interpretation andimplementation of New Jersey’s state constitution.292 Human Geography - APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. "80" or higher in U.S. History AP.2. "85" or higher in World History H or U.S.History H.3. “93” or higher in World History Advanced or USHistory Advanced.The purpose of the AP Human Geography course is tointroduce students to the systematic study of patternsand processes that have shaped human understanding,use, and altercation of the Earth’s surface. Students willlearn to employ spatial concepts and landscape analysisto examine human socioeconomic organization and itsenvironmental consequences. They will also learn aboutthe methods and tools geographers use in their researchapplications. This course will be taught at the same leveland pace as an introductory college level course.Students should seriously consider taking APEnvironmental Science at the same time as the coursesdo complement one another.293 Introduction to the TeachingProfessionLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course will reveal students to a varied definition,and experiences, of an ancient and universal relationship- that of teacher and learner. After a brief, but broad,history of teaching, students will explore the dynamics,intricacies and challenges of what it takes to impartmeaningful and lasting knowledge. This class will givestudents exposure to current teaching theory,philosophy, and psychology. This course is mandatory forstudents in the WHS Teacher Academy and advisable asan elective for any student who feels they may findthemselves in a teaching capacity someday.239 Students with ExceptionalitiesLength of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course explores the foundations of specialeducation, encompassing the characteristics of studentswith exceptionalities, laws governing special education,the role of the teacher working with exceptionallearners, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and theSpecial Education process. It also examines currenteducational practices and theories related to instruction,classroom management, and assessment in specialeducation. Focus is given to the need for collaborationand communication supporting the success of studentswith exceptionalities. Finally, the course investigatesexceptional learners and programs to meet the needs ofthese learners such as TAG instruction.297 Minority Experience in AmericaLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50This course will provide an exploration of US Historythrough the eyes of women, African Americans, NativeAmericans, immigrants, the poor, the LGBTQ Communityand other minority groups throughout US History whohave often been left out of the traditional story ofAmerican History. The course will examine the diversecultural, economic, political and social aspects ofAmerican minority communities. Topics may includerace/ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic class, sexualorientation, national origin, age, disability and religion.Students will look at how these groups have beendefined and how those definitions have changed overtime; and the conditions and contributions of these69

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groups during different periods throughout US History. Itis suggested (but not required) that students takeSociology prior to or in the same year as this course.299 Philosophy of Life:An Introspection Into HealthyNavigation of Our Modern World (B)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50The class will engage students to develop the followingskills: engaging in a positive outlook, mental health,self-reflection to make yourself a better person,accepting failure as a natural part of success, acceptingthe differences of others, overcoming obstacles, seekingself-improvement, existentialism, the meaning of life,analyzing and developing leadership traits. The class willinclude Socratic seminars, journaling, writing your ownphilosophy, self-improvement plans, in-depth reading ofthe personal philosophies of ordinary people, connectingreadings to your own lives, and the world around you.242 Anthropology (A)Length of Time: SemesterNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 2.50PREREQUISITES:1. "80" or higher in World History or teacherrecommendation.2. “80” or higher in Biology or teacherrecommendation.This course will serve as an introduction into the excitingfield of anthropology. Topics for this course will cover arange of features about the human experience which fallunder one of the five main sub disciplines withinanthropology; 1.) culture, 2.) language, 3.) biology, 4.)archaeology, 5.) applied. Students will acquire anunderstanding of the differences and similarities, bothbiological and cultural, in human populations. Further,students will learn to recognize the characteristics thatdefine their culture and identify their own culturalbiases. Special emphasis will be placed on strengtheningstudents’ critical thinking skills and on viewing the worldin a holistic sense in an effort to prepare them to thrivein the globally interconnected 21st century.70

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Visual and Performing ArtsCourse Number and TitleRecommendedGrade LevelLength of TimeNumber ofPeriods PerWeekNumberofCredits#103 Art History AP11 - 12Full Year55.00104 Studio Art 19 - 12Full Year55.00105 Studio Art 210 - 12Full Year55.00121 Ceramics 19 - 12Full Year55.001082 Ceramics 210 – 12Full Year55.00124 Drawing10 - 12Full Year55.00125 Illustration10 - 12Full Year55.00#127 Studio Art 3 AP11 - 12Full Year55.00#128 Studio Art 4 AP12Full Year55.00130 Graphic Design 19 - 12Full Year55.00131 Graphic Design 210 - 12Full Year55.00*134 Graphic Design 3 H11 - 12Full Year55.00#137 3D Art and Design AP11 - 12Full Year55.00136 Photography 110 - 12Full Year55.00138 Photography 211 - 12Full Year55.00*7921 Wind Ensemble/Instrumental Lessons H10 - 12Full Year66.00*7931 Wind Ensemble/Instrumental Lessons H10 - 12Full Year44.00794 Jazz Band10 - 12Full Year55.00795 Piano Lab9 - 12Full Year55.00#799 Music Theory and Composition AP10 - 12Full Year55.00801 Concert Band 1/Instrumental Lessons9 - 12Full Year66.00790 Concert Choir/Vocal Lessons9 - 12Full Year66.00*805 Chamber Choir/Vocal Lessons H10 - 12Full Year66.00*806 Chamber Choir/Vocal Lessons H10 - 12Full year44.00*807 Music Theory and Basic Composition 1 H9 - 12Full Year55.00810 Dance Choreography10 - 12Full Year55.00811 Dance 19 - 12Full Year55.00812 Dance 29 - 12Full Year55.00*813 Dance 3 H9 - 12Full Year55.00*814 Dance 4 H9 - 12Full Year55.00815 Music Technology9 - 12Full Year55.00816 Acting 19 - 12Full Year55.00817 Acting 210 - 12Full Year55.00*818 Acting 3 H11 - 12Full Year55.00819 Musical Theatre Workshop9 - 12Full Year55.00*=Weighted Courses – 8 points#=Weighted Courses - 15 points71

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Descriptions of Visual and Performing Arts Courses103 Art History - APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Art History AP is a course that explores thecreation, the use, and the meaning behindsignificant works of art throughout time. Studentsenrolled in this course will develop informedresponses to works of art, and learn to interactwith works of art beyond the creative process.Students will also learn about the art makingtraditions of several cultures in order tounderstand the symbolism of art through a globalperspective.There is no prerequisite to take Art History AP,but students who excel in the humanities(English Language Arts, History) are stronglyencouraged to enroll as their experiences willsupport and enrich the content of this course.Students who are enrolled in Studio Art 3/4 APare also encouraged to enroll, as this course willprovide context to their art studies.104 Studio Art 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Studio Art 1 is designed for the student who ismotivated to develop his/her artistic skills.Emphasis will be placed on two-andthree-dimensional projects in a studio setting.The students will be encouraged to develop theirself-expression while exploring a variety ofmedia. Aspects of cultural and historical elementswill be investigated. This course will focus onstrengthening the student's perceptual concepts,visual imagery and independence. Students whohave successfully passed this course areencouraged to take Studio Art 2.105 Studio Art 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Studio Art 1Studio Art 2 is designed for the student whowould like to develop his/her skills to a higherlevel in the visual arts. This course continues todevelop the skills explored in Studio Art 1 with anemphasis on visual concept building. Emphasis isplaced on advanced skill development in theareas of two and three-dimensional techniquesand visual interpretation. Students will continueto develop skills through the exploration ofvarious media. The study of cultural varieties willcontinue throughout project introduction, guestspeakers and field trips. Students will beencouraged to explore, experiment, develop andenjoy their artistic skills in a studio atmosphere.Students who have successfully passed thiscourse are encouraged to take Studio Art 3 - AP.127 Studio Art 3 - APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:1. Completion of Studio Art 1 and 2with a grade of “90” or higher.2. Samples of most recent works ofart:a. self portraitb. sketchbookc. journal writingd. 2 best works - all media acceptedThe Advanced Placement Studio Art Programgives high school students exposure tocollege-level experiences in art. Due to therigorous standards that must be met, the APcourse is offered in a two year sequence. It isdesigned for seriously interested art studentswhose work will be submitted in portfolio formfor evaluation at the end of the school year.Emphasis is placed on drawing, painting,multi-media and the development of creativeconceptual decision-making. Students will needto work outside the classroom, as well as in it. Arigorous schedule of technical and con-ceptualassignments are required. Weekly homework,journal writing, sketchbook, and critique areongoing forms of assessment.72

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128 Studio Art 4 - APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Studio Art 3 AP with a passing grade of“90” or higher.The second year of Advanced Placement StudioArt requires students who have completed StudioArt 3 AP to continue their studies according tothe mandated requirements of an introductorycollege level art course. The portfolio of finishedworks will span all media, including3-dimensional, graphic and computer-aidedworks. In this year, the student must develop aconcentration, or series of art work organizedaround a compelling visual concept. The qualityof work submitted must demonstrate creativeunderstanding of the formal elements, as well asmedia skill, and a serious investigation of ideaswhich relate to art-making, history, aestheticsand critique. The works submitted for theportfolio will include last year as well as thepresent years’ work. Students are expected towork outside of class time, as well as researchtheir subject matter, after school, at home, in amuseum, or local art show.121 Ceramics 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This hands-on project course emphasizes thedevelopment of the skills and techniques requiredin the creation of ceramics. The art of wheelthrowing will be introduced when applicable. Thefirst part of the course will be centered on thecreation of student designed ceramic projectsusing a variety of ceramic materials and handbuilding ceramic skills and techniques. Upon thecompletion of all hand built ceramic pieces, theclass emphasis will then turn towards glazing andthe finishing of the ceramic pieces. Glazing skillsand techniques of color structure, color theoryand brush/paint techniques will be explored. Thisclass is open to any intro level student. Studentswho have successfully completed this course areencouraged to take Ceramics 2.1082 Ceramics 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Ceramics 1 with ateacher recommendation.This hands-on project base course is to furtheradvance skills and techniques learned inCeramics 1. This course will develop advancetechniques of the three main hand buildingtechniques from Ceramics 1. The art of wheelthrowing and wheel techniques will beintroduced. Upon the completion of all hand builtceramic pieces, the class emphasis will turntowards advanced skills of glazing and finishingceramic pieces. Glazing skills and techniques ofcolor structure, color theory and brush/painttechniques will be furthered and new techniqueswill be explored.137 3D Art and Design APLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Ceramics 2 orteacher recommendation.The AP Art and Design course framework iscomposed of course skills, big ideas, essentialquestions and enduring understandings, learningobjectives, and essential knowledge. AP Art andDesign skill categories delineate overarchingunderstandings central to the study and practiceof art and design. Each of the three skillcategories consists of skills that encompassfoundational to advanced learning over the spanof the course. Students need to develop,practice, and apply these skills in a variety ofcontexts.124 DrawingLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This course introduces the student to basicdrawing skills and techniques. Emphasis is oncomposition and rendering using a variety ofdrawing media including, pencil, pen, pastel,conte crayon, and marker. Students who havesuccessfully passed this course are encouraged totake Studio Art 2, Illustration or Graphic Design.125 IllustrationLength of Time: Full Year73

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Number of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Studio Art 1, Graphic Design 1, or Drawing.The Illustration course serves as a bridgebetween the studio arts and graphic design. Students who enroll will learn about industries ofart, including fashion design, comic illustration,calligraphy, and commercial art. This courseintroduces the student to basic drawing skills andtechniques. Students enrolled will be able toimprove their realistic drawing skills as they learnnew techniques. Emphasis is on composition andrendering using a variety of drawing mediaincluding, pencil, pen, pastel, and marker.Students who have successfully completed thiscourse are encouraged to take Studio Art 2,Illustration or Graphic Art 1.130 Graphic Design 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This first year course will introduce students tothe industry standard programs including AdobePhotoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Animatealong with the basic elements of visualcommunication which will prepare the foundationto propel a student towards Graphic Design 2 anda career as a Graphic Artist.Students will experience a hands-on classroomwhere they will learn to create digitalillustrations, edit photos and create basicanimations that can be added to their designportfolio. Students who have successfullycompleted this course are encouraged to takeGraphic Design 2.131 Graphic Design 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Graphic Design 1.A continuation of Graphic Design 1 withadvanced exercises and projects demonstrating athorough working knowledge of graphic designelements and principles. Emphasis is placed uponlearning the business of graphic design and therole of the graphic designer as a member of acreative team. In this course, students will learnhow to use InDesign extensively for simple andcomplex layouts. Students will also be able tocombine their knowledge of Adobe Illustrator andAdobe Photoshop during the creative process.The creation of publications, ad campaigns, fliers,posters, business cards, books, magazines andother graphic communications will culminate in aportfolio that can transfer to Graphic Design 3. This course should not be repeated. Studentswho have successfully completed this course areencouraged to take Graphic Design 3. 134 Graphic Design 3 - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Graphic Design 1 & 2.Graphic Design 3 will emphasize individualizedprojects including the research and designprocess that will use problem-solving, criticalthinking and creative conceptualization forprofessional level design. The students will beresponsible for acting professionally whilecreating real-world based design projectsemphasizing the balance of word and imagethroughout the course using the differentgraphic design programs like Adobe Illustrator,Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. They will alsorevise some of their original designs in pastgraphic courses to be included in their finalportfolio.At the end of this course, students will have aportfolio ready to present to colleges andprofessional job opportunities.136 Photography 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Graphic Design 1.The objective of this course is to developphotography skills by focusing on: how to use aDSLR camera with assorted lenses and flashes;composition and theory through creative projectbased learning; the Art of Photography, how to74

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create and critique; how to shoot in assortedlight stations for different effects; in addition toenhancements and Digital Manipulation edits forseveral concentrations of photography. By theend of the year, students will have a digital aswell as handmade portfolio. Aspiringphotographers will be asked to develop aconcentration in photography (i.e. fashion,sports, nature, cars, concerts, social events).138 Photography 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Photography 1.Photography 2 begins with identifying techniquesand compositional strategies used by the best.Students will find photographers they like andcompare the differences in their photos throughcritique and reflections. In addition, technicalskills such as off camera flash, light reflectors,and assorted lenses will be explored and studiedthrough project based learning for the school andcommunity. There will be a stress on workflowand file organization. Students will be expectedto get photographs outside of the classroom.801 Concert Band 1/InstrumentalLessonsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00The ability to perform on an instrument isrequired for membership. Instruments includepiccolo, flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet,bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn,trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion.Students who do not play one of the listedinstruments, but are interested in learning one,should meet with the band teacher beforeenrolling in the class and a recommendation willbe given based on musical ability andinstrumentation needs. Students who took middleschool band are recommended to sign up forConcert Band.The course is geared towards the developingmusic student to participate in a performingensemble. Every student will receive a grouplesson once a week in addition to the dailyensemble rehearsal. Students will be required toattend rehearsals and performances that mayinclude evenings and/or weekends. Students willbe assessed by attendance ofrehearsals/performances, class participation,written and performance based benchmarks, andindividual music development. Membership in theWHS Marching Band is highly recommended.7921 Wind Ensemble/InstrumentalLessons - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.007931 Wind Ensemble/InstrumentalLessons - HonorsLength of time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 4Number of Credits: 4.007931 is limited to students taking an APLab Science course.PREREQUISITE:Previous musical experience on a bandinstrument. All students will be placedaccording to the audition.The WHS Wind Ensemble is designed for themusically accelerated student to participate in apremier performing ensemble. Students areplaced by audition only, based on musical abilityand instrumentation needs. Instruments includepiccolo, flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet,bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn,trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion. Everystudent will receive a group lesson once a weekin addition to the daily ensemble rehearsal.Students will be required to attend rehearsalsand performances that may include eveningsand/or weekends. Students will be assessed byattendance of rehearsals/performances, classparticipation, written and performance basedbenchmarks. Students may repeat this class forcredit for multiple years.794 Jazz BandLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Jazz Band focuses on jazz styles andimprovisation. Students are afforded theopportunity to study and perform various jazzstyles, as well as learn to improvise solos.Individual and group performance in and out ofclass will be required and evaluated. Students75

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must meet minimum instrumental standards asdetermined by the instructor for publicperformance.795 Piano LabLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This hands-on course is designed for studentswith little or no keyboard experience who areinterested in learning how to play the piano. Thebasics of music reading will be covered, as wellas lessons in proper keyboard technique, musichistory, and style. Students will learn to playscales, chords, and songs from a variety ofmusical genres. Activities will include dailypractice and performance.790 Concert Choir/Vocal LessonsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 6Number of Credits: 6.00Concert Choir is a Performing Arts course open toany and all students with an interest in singing inan ensemble. No previous musical training isnecessary! This is a performance based course,we are an ensemble. Repertoire will range fromclassical to current pop, from foreign languagesand cultures to familiar folk tunes. Through thestudy of varied repertoire we will foster themusical growth of all students and our continuedjourney in choral singing and musical literacythrough the study of diverse repertoire,sight-singing, and basic music theory. In additionto daily ensemble rehearsals in class, eachstudent will attend a small group lesson once aweek. There are two evening concerts at schoolduring the year, as well as a number of otheropportunities for performances outside of school,in the community, and regional competitions. Thisclass can be taken repeatedly for credit.805 Chamber Choir/Vocal Lessons -HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Students are chosen by audition.806 Chamber Choir/Vocal LessonsHonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 4Number of Credits: 4.00PREREQUISITE:Students are chosen by audition. ChamberChoir 3 day is limited to students in an APLab Science course.Chamber Choir is an auditioned and advanced,immersive, performance-based ensemble classdesigned to further challenge singers beyond thescope of what is covered in Concert Choir.Chamber Choir’s repertoire will be extremelyvaried, giving as many different performanceopportunities as possible. Renaissance motets,jazz charts, pop a cappella, spirituals, andtraditional choral material will be in thewheelhouse of the singers of Chamber Choir. Inaddition to daily ensemble rehearsals in class,each student will attend a small group lessononce a week. Chamber Choir performs at twoevening concerts at school during the year, butwill be called upon for numerous extraperformances in the school community, thegreater Williamstown community, and beyond.Chamber Choir is a competitive group,participating in several competitions throughoutthe region. To be considered for Chamber Choir,please schedule an audition.807 Music Theory and BasicComposition 1 - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00The ability to read music is a recommendedprerequisite since an in-depth study of thestructural aspects of music is pursued. Thisincludes composition, harmony, orchestration andkeyboard.799 Music Theory and CompositionAPLength of time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Music Theory and Basic Composition 1.This course is intended for the studentconsidering a career in music; or wants todevelop their musical skills to the highest level.76

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The skills which are to be developed are in theareas of: harmony, composition, ear training,historical relevance, style and form. The studentswill develop skills which will enable them to writeand evaluate their compositions. Students willdevelop listening skills which will enable them torecognize various compositions, its composer,and musical period.Students who have been appropriately placed,attend class regularly and complete assignmentsshould be able to meet the criteria of theAdvanced Placement Test with at least seventypercent mastery.810 Dance ChoreographyLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Dance 2 oraudition.This course offers students who are interested inhaving fun and building their skills in dancechoreography. In this class you will learn how toperform and create dance styles in street jazz,jazz funk, hip hop and contemporary dance.Furthermore students will create their ownmovement style through skills learned and createdances for performances throughout the year.811 Dance 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Dance 1 is designed to develop a dancer's skill indance techniques and styles. Dancers will beexpected to perform basic dance techniques inballet, jazz & modern, while developing strength,flexibility and coordination. Dancers will beexpected to perform basic terminology commonlyused in dance and learn about dance historiansthat help shape dance, as we know it today. Thisclass is designed to ultimately enrich thestudents’ education on a higher level. Creatingawareness for performance art and developingtheir own artistic voice through skills learned andperformed throughout the year. Evaluation will bedone through performance in and out of school,critiques, tests/quizzes and written assignments.The course is based on the New Jersey CoreCurriculum Standards for the Visual andPerforming Arts. Each unit is grouped by a focustopic and each topic is reinforced by applicableobjectives.If a student has had previous danceexperience and/or is currently studyingdance at a private school, she/he canrequest a higher skill level class byrequesting an audition with the teacher.Requirements: Standard black bodysuit, pinkand/or black tights, jazz fitted dance pants, jazzshoes/sneakers, ballet shoes as required by classdress code.812 Dance 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Dance 1 oraudition.Dance 2 is designed to continue the developmentfrom Dance 1 advancing the dancers’ skill indance techniques and styles. Dancers will beexpected to perform intermediate dancetechniques, evaluate their performance, anddevelop skills in choreography. The class will bedesigned to enrich the student’s skills andabilities to perform on a higher level. Creatingawareness for performance art and developingtheir own artistic voice through skills learned andperformed throughout the year. Evaluation will bedone through performance in and out of school,critiques, and written assignments.Requirements: Standard black bodysuit, pinkand/or black tights, jazz fitted dance pants, jazzshoes/sneakers, ballet shoes as required by classdress code.813 Dance 3 - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Dance 2 oraudition.Dance 3 is designed to further develop a dancer’sskill on an intermediate/advanced level of dancetechniques and styles. Dancers will be expectedto perform Intermediate/Advanced dancetechniques in ballet, jazz & modern while77

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developing their own artistic voices and skills inchoreography. Dancers will also learn moreterminology used in dance as well as, the historyof dance from different eras throughout the yearsthat help shape dance, as we know it today. Thisclass is also designed to ultimately enrich thestudents’ education on a higher level to preparethem for higher education or the professionalarena. Evaluation will be done throughperformance in and out of school, critiques,tests/quizzes and written assignments.Requirements: Standard black bodysuit, pinkand/or black tights, jazz fitted dance pants, jazzshoes/sneakers, ballet shoes as required by classdress code.814 Dance 4 - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Dance 3.Dance 4 is designed for those really interested instudying dance to further develop their skills onan advanced level of dance techniques andstyles. Dancers will be expected to perform theseadvanced techniques in ballet, jazz & modernwhile developing their own artistic voices andskills in choreography and costuming. Dancerswill also add to the dance terminology syllabusused in Dance 3 that is used globally today in allforms of dance. Students will also get an overallview of specific social dances created throughoutthe years that help shape dance, as we know it.This class is ultimately designed to enrich thestudents’ education on a higher level to preparethem for higher education or in the professionalarena. Evaluation will be done throughmandatory rehearsals & performances in and outof school, video critiques, test/quizzes andwritten assignments.Requirements: Standard black bodysuit, pinkand/or black tights, jazz fitted dance pants, jazzshoes/sneakers, Ballet shoes as required by classdress code.815 Music TechnologyLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This class is designed for the student who wishesto learn basic computer composition andperformance. Students will experience the powerof technology through the use of midi-equippedcomputers. Students will input music throughdifferent devices into the computer forcomposition or performance. Students will beexposed to the latest computer programs in thefield of music. Students must have basiccomputer skills and demonstrate knowledge ofmusic as determined by the instructor.816 Acting 1Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Acting 1 is an elective class offered by the Visualand Performing Arts Department and offered tothose students interested in learning more aboutacting. During this course students will be givena performance-oriented overview of the actingprocess, aimed at providing a basicunderstanding of theatrical elements includingthe actor’s instrument, characterization, scriptedand improvisational performance. On a dailybasis, students will be engaged both physicallyand mentally. This class is designed to challengeand benefit students of all interest and abilitylevels. Participation includes not only performing,but observing, experimenting, and critiquingyourself and others. The goal of this class is thatthrough these activities, you will gain confidencethrough means of public speaking, expressingyourself creatively and thinking outside the box.Students who have successfully completed thiscourse are encouraged to take Acting 2.817 Acting 2Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Acting 1.This class will take the basics of acting learned inActing 1 and take them a step further. Acting 2will provide similar activities, instructional gamesand performance opportunities, however theexpectations and standards are higher. Studentswill participate in a Children's Theatre projectculminating in a performance with the localelementary schools. Students who havesuccessfully completed this course areencouraged to take Acting 3.78

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818 Acting 3 - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of Acting 2 oraudition.This class will explore further into the theatricalprocess at an advanced level. The goal of thiscourse is to challenge theatrical ability andexpose students to various performanceexperiences. Students will be held to a higherexpectation and produce multiple publicperformances. On a daily basis students will beengaged physically and mentally.819 Musical Theatre WorkshopLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Teacher Recommendation/AuditionDo you enjoy acting or dancing, but are notconfident in your vocal abilities? Have youdreamed of singing in a musical, but have neverhad the opportunity? Are you a singer who wantsto develop acting skills? Are you a shy studentwho wants to overcome fears of performing foran audience? If you answered “yes” to any ofthese questions, Musical Theater Workshop is thecourse for you. Solos, duets, and ensemblepieces from Broadway shows will be rehearsedand performed for the class in a safe, supportive,and fun environment. Classic and importantmusical works will be viewed, analyzed, andcritiqued. Advanced work in theater history, vocaltechniques, audition skills, and acting will bestudied with the goal of excellence always inmind.World Languages79

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Descriptions of World Languages CoursesFirst Year of World Language402 French I404 German I405 Spanish ILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Language I-CP will acquaint students to the languageand culture of the people. Emphasis will be placed onthe listening and speaking phases of languagelearning, with reading and writing skills to bedeveloped at a more rapid pace. The lifestyle,customs and traditions of the many different cultureswill be discussed.Second Year of World Language406 Spanish II408 French II410 German IILength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of prior level.The purpose of Language II is to provide a continuedand intensified study of the fundamentals of thelanguage and culture. Initially, this course will presenta thorough review of the skills developed in LanguageI courses. Speaking and listening skills are moreformally developed at a more rapid pace and agreater emphasis is placed on reading, writingand grammar structures. The past tense will beintroduced. Students will present information,concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners orreaders on a variety of topics through the use oftechnology.Third Year of World Language433 German III - Honors425 Spanish III - Honors431 French III - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITES:Successful completion of prior level.The purpose of Language III is to increase vocabularyand understanding of culture through a variety ofreading selections. A continuation of grammarinstruction, with emphasis on composition and oralexpression will be included. Students will be introducedto content from authentic multimedia and digital/printresources. Engage in conversations, provide and obtaininformation, express feelings and emotions, andexchange opinions through the use of technologyresources.Initially, this course will present grammar review andan expansion of basic language skills developed inLevel I and Level II.The honors level will include more independentprojects and require more independent study andresearch.Fourth Year of World Language417 French IV - Honors418 German IV - Honors419 Spanish IV - HonorsLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of prior level.Language IV will promote a more intensive use ofvocabulary and idiomatic structures.Conversation and composition will be a major partof the students’ performance. Thus, improved skills ofboth oral and written expression will enable studentsto comprehend, on a higher level, the culture andhistory of target speaking people everywhere.Advanced grammar instruction will be included in thiscourse, along with selected literature of major authors.It is anticipated that students, at this level, areintellectually ready to study more independently anddeeply than they did in Language III.Fifth Year of World Language429 Spanish - AP431 French - AP426 German - AP81

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Length of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00PREREQUISITE:Successful completion of prior level.This course is an advanced course for students whoplan to take the Advanced Placement Test forcollege credit offered by the College Board.Students must have successfully completed theLanguage IV-Honors program or Language III-Honorswith 93 average or higher and teacherrecommendation.Specific skills in the four basic areas are emphasized bythe Advanced Placement course--listening, speaking,reading and writing.Taped lectures, dialogues and narratives will be utilizedto enhance listening skills. Students will engage inadvanced conversations and give informal andformal speeches to perfect their oral skills.A great emphasis will be placed on composition andreading comprehension. Students will write severalessays on topics each marking period.Students, who have been appropriately placed, attendclass regularly and complete assignments should beable to meet the criteria of the Advanced PlacementTest with at least 80% of mastery.435 Spanish Conversation and CulturesLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00Students will be selected for this course based onmultiple measures not limited to: markers of futuresuccess, assessment data from prior language coursesand state testing data.This course is designed to cover many Spanish Iconcepts, but with a modified pacing model that allowsfor in-depth instruction for differentiated learners. Itprovides students with the basics in phonics,pronunciation and functional vocabulary and language,while also exposing students to the cultures ofspanish-speaking countries. The course placesemphasis on speaking, listening and controversialSpanish. Students will also read and understandleveled written material. Students will learn throughdifferentiated techniques including dialogues, pairedactivities and games to promote communicationdevelopment. The goal of this course is to develop the3 Modes of Communication (Interpretive, Interpersonaland Presentational) through listening, speaking,reading and writing exercises with the goal of reachingthe Novice Mid level by the end of this course. Thiscourse will fulfill the World Language requirement forhigh school graduation.440 ELD World LanguageLength of Time: Full YearNumber of Periods Per Week: 5Number of Credits: 5.00This is a multi-leveled class of students with varyingEnglish proficiencies. It is designed to allow studentsto grow in their English skills at a pace that best fitstheir learning style and needs. The structure anddirection of the class varies year to year depending onthe students’ needs and the needs of our schooldistrict. This class satisfies the graduation requirementfor World Language.82