Watchung Hills Regional High School

Transcription

1

2 Mr. Michael D Alessio Director of Science, Assessment, & Educational Technology

3 Science courses at WHRHS are based on the Next Generation of Science Standards (NGSS) which allow for teachers to develop a curricular framework that is not only rich in content but also in the practice of science. To this end, teachers are involved in creating a dynamic curriculum via a team based approach rather than an individual approach. This team based approach allows for teaching a broader collaborative process and this sharing of ideas and lab resources expands opportunities for all students.

4 New Jersey Science Requirement: Three years (15 credits) of science: including at least 5 credits in laboratory biology/life science; chemistry, environmental science or physics; and an additional laboratory/inquirybased science. Core Courses: Biology, Chemistry and Physics

5 Biology CP 8th Grade Science Biology A Biology H

6 8th grade class Biology CP Biology A Biology H 8th grade science class 84 and below and above 8th grade math class 74 and Below (Any Math Class) in Algebra K/J (Or equivalent course) 90 & above in Algebra J (Or equivalent course) Biology Advanced Placement Courses Chemistry Physics Environmental Science

7 Elective Courses Marine Science Ecology Human Biology Physics 2A Organic Chemistry H Forensics H/A Experimental Research Design H Project Lead the Way A comprehensive preengineering program that focuses on the application of math and science to solve real world technological problems. Students have the opportunity to earn college credit. Elective Engineering Courses Introduction of Engineering Design A Principles of Engineering Digital Electronics A CAD Architecture (not officially PLTW) Civil Engineering Architecture A Aerospace Engineering A (not officially PLTW)

8 Co-curricular Opportunities Science League Science Bowl Club Waksman Institute Forensics Club Environmental Club Robotics Doctors Club

9 Contact Information: Mr. Michael D Alessio Director of Science, Assessment, & Educational Technology mdalessio@whrhs.org x6844

10 Mr. Dan Twisler Math & Business Supervisor

11 Focus on the Common Core Standards Understanding Math and Problem Solving - Making sense of problems, Critiquing arguments, modeling with mathematics, using structure to identify patterns The importance of engaging students in meaningful mathematical discussion has long been identified as an essential component of students mathematical learning(national Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2014).

12 Credit Requirement Minimum requirement: 3 years (15 credits) of math including Algebra 1 and Geometry Colleges prefer 4 years of mathematics instruction

13 Core Course Offerings Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Pre Calculus Calculus CP, Accelerated and Honors/AP groupings are available in most courses Students begin the sequence according to approved placement criteria

14

15 Placement Criteria Current 8th grade math teacher recommendation based on multiple factors, including: Academic performance Student commitment Guidance counselor recommendation

16 Math Electives AP Statistics Pre-Calculus Probability Statistics H Multivariate Calculus Advanced Math Topics

17 Business Credits Five (5) credits of 21st Century Life and Careers (formerly Practical Arts) (2.5 credits) of financial, economic, business and entrepreneurial literacy

18 Business Electives 9th graders: Accounting Computer Science Entrepreneurship Game Programming Sports & Entertainment Management 10th, 11th, and 12th graders Accounting 2 AP Comp Sci E-Commerce Stock Market Investing Law, Leadership & Ethics Digital Marketing

19 Co-curricular opportunities Math Team Future Business Leaders of America Video Game Programming

20 Contact Information: Mr. Dan Twisler Math & Business Supervisor x2600

21 Mrs. Anita Falvo Social Studies Supervisor I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand. -Chinese Proverb

22 Historical Thinking Skills Comparison Historical Causation Contextualization Historical Argumentation Interpretation Use of Relevant Historical Evidence Continuity and Change over Time Periodization Synthesis

23 Course Sequence WORLD HISTORY - 5 credits 9TH Grade UNITED STATES HISTORY 1-5 credits 10th Grade UNITED STATES HISTORY 2-5 credits 11th Grade 12th Grade: Electives

24 Overview of World History Globalization from 1450-present Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East Focus of Studies Rise of Europe: Renaissance, Industrial Revolution, Monarchies History and Culture South Asia, East Asia, Africa, Middle East, Latin America, United Nations Globalization The World in the 20th and 21st centuries

25 CRITERIA FOR LEVEL PLACEMENT Current Social Studies teacher s evaluation and recommendation based on student performance Proficiency in reading and analyzing sources Ability to write analytically Class participation Numerical grade - 95% = Honors 80-94% = A Below 80% = CP

26 Elective Opportunities: 9th 12th Grade Facing History and Ourselves Sociology Native American History Current Issues in America 20th Century in Historic Film

27 Additional Electives Constitutional Law honors Economics AP Government and Politics Holocaust and Genocide Studies Holocaust and Genocide Studies honors AP Human Geography AP Psychology Psychology AP Economics 20th Century Dictators

28 Co-Curricular Activities Mock Trial Model United Nations Junior Statesmen of America Gay-Straight Alliance Academic Team

29 Contact Information: Mrs. Anita Falvo Social Studies Supervisor x4816

30 Marlene N. Stoto English Supervisor When I look back, I am so impressed again with the life-giving power of literature. If I were a young person today, trying to gain a sense of myself in the world, I would do that again by reading, just as I did when I was young. Maya Angelou

31 Focus on the Common Core Standards Reading: Literature Demonstrate knowledge of 18th through 21st century texts and compare and contrast their themes and literary approaches Reading: Informational Texts Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.

32 Focus on the Common Core Standards (cont d) Writing: Research projects to answer a question or synthesize multiple sources on a subject to demonstrate an understanding of the subject under investigation Speaking & Listening: Use digital media to model the effective use of audio, visual, and interactive elements in student presentations Language: Writing about a reading can influence the richness of vocabulary knowledge and collaborative discussion focused on ideas advances student understanding of more than vocabulary.

33 English Sequence All students take four years of English. Students are assessed annually for placement in the next appropriate level. All students are encouraged to enroll in electives. 9th grade: College Prep, Accelerated, Honors 10th grade: College Prep, Accelerated, Honors 11th grade: College Prep, Accelerated, Adv. Placement (Language or Literature) 12th grade: College Prep, Accelerated, Adv. Placement (Language or Literature)

34 9th Grade Syllabus: Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Drama, & Short Stories

35 Academic Placement and Criteria For 8th graders moving to 9th grade at WHRHS: College Prep: students must have a passing grade in their current English class Accelerated: students must have at least an 85% average and the recommendation of their 8th grade English teacher Honors: students must have at least a 95% average and the recommendation of their 8th grade English teacher. The teacher will consider a student s critical reading skills, analytical writing skills, and work ethic/collaboration.

36 Department Electives Creative Writing I and Creative Writing II Journalism Women and Gender in Western Literature Shakespeare Philosophy I and Philosophy II Multicultural Literature Expository Writing Science Fiction American Humanities Graphic Novels Visual Image Literary Traditions in World Religions Effective Speaking (proposed course)

37 Extracurricular Activities School Newspaper Arrowhead Literary Magazine Folio Dodge Poetry Festival Coffee House Anime Club

38 Contact Information: Marlene N. Stoto English Supervisor x2200

39 Marianne Sales Department of Special Services Making the Curriculum Accessible to Everyone

40 Special Education is linked to the General Education Curriculum Co-Teaching Differentiated Instruction Supplementary Aides and Supports English History Math Science Arts World Language Business Physical Education

41 Contact Information: Marianne Sales Department of Special Services x4880

42 Contact Information: Brad Commerford World Language Supervisor x6848

43 Students will be able to engage in meaningful conversation understand/interpret spoken/written language present information, concepts and ideas gain perspectives of other cultures make connections with other content areas in a world language.

44 World Language Credits

45 Placement Criteria: Current 8th grade world language teacher recommendation Academic performance Student self-assessment Guidance counselor and parental input

46 GROUPINGS COLLEGE PREP B/C average each marking period Good class participation and work/study habits ACCELERATED A average each marking period Consistent/productive/effective participation / excellent work/study habits Honors/AP A average each marking period Superior participation and work/study skills leads to student inquiry into subject area

47 Course offerings: Chinese French German Italian Spanish All languages offer a four year sequential program College Preparatory (CP) is offered in French and Spanish only Accelerated and Honors/AP groupings are available in all programs Level 1 language courses are non-weighted in all programs Freshman choose courses in the Level 1 and 2 range based on placement criteria

48 Sequence Chart French Spanish Level 1 (Non-weighted) Level 2 (Accelerated) Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 4 Level 5 (Accelerated) (Honors) Level 2 Chinese German Italian Level 1 (Non-weighted) (Honors) (Accelerated) (AP) Level 3 (College Prep) (College Prep) Level 2 Level 3 (Accelerated) (Accelerated) (Honors) (Honors) (Honors/AP)

49 English-as-a-Second-Language ESL Beginning Intermediate Language Immersion

50 Contact Information: Brad Commerford World Language Supervisor x6848

51 Mr. Dan Bertelli Supervisor of Arts, Health/PE & Co-curricular Activities

52 Why study the Arts? Enable personal, intellectual, social, economic and human growth. Foster creativity. Provide opportunities for expression beyond the limits of language.

53 Visual Arts: Fine Arts 1 Ceramics 1 FA2 FA3 C2 FA4 AP Studio 2D Adv Ceramics AP Studio 3D

54 Visual Arts: Photo 1 Graphic Design 1 P2 P3 GD2 GD3 GD3: Full Year

55 Visual Arts: Jewelry Art History Sculpture 3/d Art Studio Crafts AP Art History

56 Performance Arts: Music Provides Students with opportunity to create, perform, listen to, and analyze music Music Theory AP Music Theory Chorus Adv Chorus Music Appreciation Orchestra Wind Ensemble Concert Band

57 Performance Arts: Dance Students will develop technical expertise and artistic expression experience a broad cultural and historic perspective on the role of dance in human society Dance Studio 1 Dance Studio 2 Adv Dance Workshop World Dance

58 Performance Arts: Theatre Provides Students with content knowledge of theatre as an art form, with a focus on performance or a focus on production Acting Workshop Cinema Studies Theatre Production Intro to Theatre Arts

59 Career Arts: Students will engage in the process of career exploration and preparation. Wood Arts 1 Video Production 1 WA 2 VP 2 WA 3 Adv Video Workshop TV Studio: Broadcast Journalism

60 Family and Consumer Science: Students will learn practical, hands on skills in the areas of food preparation and caring for young children Foods 1 Child Development 1 F2 F3 CD 2 CD 3 Child Management

61 Physical Education: The Physical Education department is dedicated to helping students learn about the connection between a strong mind and body. Students will learn that physical activity, core strength and overall fitness should remain priorities well beyond their high school requirements

62 Physical Education: 9th Grade A comprehensive program covering Core Physical Education curriculum where students are provided physical education experiences which meet their needs and serve as a basis for future growth and effective decision making in the area of wellness and fitness Wellness Education Recreation Education Sport Education

63 Health: 9th Grade Freshman Health is designed to provide students with opportunities to explore health-related problems to enable them to make effective decisions concerning their own health and that of their family, friends and community. Signs Of Suicide Program * NJ State mandated program Sexuality Substance Abuse & Prevention Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying

64 Contact Information: Mr. Dan Bertelli Supervisor of Arts, Health/PE & Co-curricular Activities x2100

65 Good Night. See you in September. Drive Safely.