Program of Studies

Manville High School

Program of Studies

2017 – 2018

1100 Brooks Boulevard Manville, NJ 08835 www.manvilleschools.org

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES GUIDE 2017-2018

MANVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION

Heidi Alles – President Cathy Wiedwald – Vice President Branden Agans Jennifer Esposito Kelly Harabin Jeanne Lombardino Sharon Lukac Ned Panfile

ADMINISTRATION

Mrs. Anne R. Facendo, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Kim Clelland, Business Administrator / Board Secretary Dr. Barbara Popp, Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Professional Development Mrs. Audrey Press, Director of Special Services

Manville School District Mission Statement

“We believe in the potential of our students, the ability of our teachers and administrators, and the support of our parents and community. Every child. Every day.”

The mission of the school counseling department is to ensure quality guidance and counseling services for each student in Manville. In order to fulfill this mission, the counselors will assist students in the following ways:  Assessing their strengths, challenges, aptitudes, and interests;  Planning their educational program at Manville High School;  Assisting in developing decision making and problem solving skills;  Opening doorways for different career options;  Helping to build a foundation for a fulfilling life.

Manville High School

Dr. James Brunn Principal (908) 231-8500 Ext. 6806 Mr. Stephen Venuto Vice Principal/Athletic Director (908) 231-8500 Ext. 6805 Ms. Ilana Kurtin Counselor/504 Coordinator A-K (908) 231-8500 Ext. 8511 Students Grades 9-12, Last Names A-K Mrs. Christina Sulewski Counselor/504 Coordinator L-Z (908) 231-8500 Ext. 8509 Students Grades 9-12, Last Names L-Z

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTIONS PAGE # Course Selection Guide 4 The Scheduling Process 5 Selecting Courses 5 Course Changes 5 Course Withdrawals 5 Advanced Placement Courses 5 Placement in an Accelerated/Honors/AP Course 6 Accelerated/Honors/AP Appeal Process 6 Virtual High School 7 Courses at Raritan Valley Community College 7 Student/Parent Portal - Genesis 8 Process for Resolving Incomplete Grades 8 Summer School/Repeat Courses 8 Requirements for Promotion 8 Option II 9 MHS Graduation Requirements 10 Career Preparation Chart 12 Somerset County Vocational & Technical School 12 Academic Eligibility 13 Visual Arts 14 21st Century Life and Careers 17 English 22 Mathematics 27 Performing Arts 31 Physical Education & Health 33 Science 36 Social Studies 39 Technology 44 World Languages 48

APPENDIX Course Add/Drop Form 55 Course Selection Form 56 VHS Course Selection Form 57 MHS Requirement Checklist 58 Teacher Recommendation Form 60 RVCC Senior Practicum Registration Form 61 Training Plan for Career Internship 63 Training Plan for Career Internship Form 64 Manville School District Policies 65

COURSE SELECTION GUIDE 2017-2018

This information is being provided to assist you in selecting a program of study in grades 9-12 and will aid you in choosing a possible career for your future. Careful thought should be given in making course selections. Your personal goals, interests, and the advice of your parents/guardians, teachers, and school counselors should be kept in mind to make the best possible decisions concerning course selection, your future in school, and a career selection.

Some subjects are required by the State of New Jersey in order for you to receive a high school diploma. In addition to meeting these requirements, you are free to plan a program that is most suitable to you, taking into consideration your desire to continue your education at a college/university, vocational school or enter into the work force or the military.

The opportunity for a quality education is available to you; how you take advantage of it is up to YOU!

The Program of Study guide will be available online. Students will make their selection of classes utilizing the computers.

Manville High School is accredited by the New Jersey Department of Education

The listing of a course in this paper does not necessarily mean that the course will be available for the 2017-2018 school year. Availability of a course in the school schedule depends upon the number of students who request that course.

It is the policy of the Manville Board of Education to ensure a quality educational opportunity for every child. www.manvilleschools.org

THE SCHEDULING PROCESS

At the beginning of the scheduling process, students may choose to meet with their school counselors to discuss their course selections for the following year while subject teachers will recommend which course(s) the student should be taking. Students should review their course selections with their parents and students should electronically verify the requests through Genesis. Once selections are made through Genesis, students will attend a mandatory meeting with their school counselor.

SELECTING COURSES

Manville High School urges the students to consider career goals carefully as they plan out their four year high school program. Please note that this is an ongoing, challenging process throughout a student’s high school career. The point of having a well thought out four-year program is to develop the attitudes, work habits, and skills to help students succeed on the job or in furthering their education. Teachers, parents, and counselors will assist students in selecting subjects which best fit their interests and goals. Students in grades 9 and 10 are encouraged to carry a minimum of 35 credits per year; Students in grades 11 and 12 are encouraged to carry a minimum of 30 credits per year.

COURSE CHANGES: DROP/ADD A NEW COURSE

Please note that only requests to correct scheduling problems caused by errors in course assignments or the below mentioned level changes will be honored. We are unable to accommodate requests for schedule changes related to teacher, period or convenience changes. If changes are needed, a Drop/Add form must be completed. The Drop/Add form must be signed by the parent/guardian. There must be an open seat in the requested course in order for the drop/add to be initiated. Students must request a drop/add within the first two (2) weeks of school. Students are allowed to Drop/Add only one (1) course per year during the Drop/Add period. Any students that go beyond one Drop/Add must have final approval determined by the Principal and the Superintendent. After the third week of class a grade of "Withdrawal" will be recorded for any course that is dropped by the student.

COURSE WITHDRAWALS

Students must remain in the course until its conclusion. Requests for an exception to this policy will be determined on an individual basis. Proof of extenuating circumstances must be provided for requests to be considered by administration.

Seniors requesting to drop core academic subjects will be required to contact the colleges to which they have applied to verify that dropping the course will not have an impact on admissions.

Students who have withdrawn from a course will receive either a Withdraw Pass (WP) or Withdraw Fail (WF) on their academic transcript. After the third week of class a grade of "Withdrawal" will be recorded for any course that is dropped by the student and no credit will be awarded.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES

The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a cooperative educational endeavor developed and approved by The College Board. The AP Program is national and the policies are determined by representatives of member institutions; their operational services are provided by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). AP courses are

6 offered to students who meet the course requirements and are recommended by their teacher. A course may or may not be offered depending upon the number of students electing to take the course. AP content will be covered in greater depth and at an accelerated pace when compared to a regular course; more emphasis will be placed on research. Summer readings and assignments will be part of the AP curriculum.

AP Placement serves three groups of students:

1) Those who wish to pursue college-level studies while still in secondary school; 2) Secondary schools that desire to offer AP opportunities to students; 3) Colleges that wish to encourage and recognize such achievement.

The AP Program provides practical descriptions of college-level courses to interested schools and the results of examinations based on these descriptions to the colleges of the student’s choice. Participating colleges grant credit and/or appropriate placement to students who have done well on the examinations.

PLACEMENT IN AN ACCELERATED/HONORS/AP COURSE(S)

Accelerated/Honors/AP Courses are available in English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. These courses offer enrichment in both scope and depth of material presented. Students who wish to enroll in an Accelerated/Honors/AP course must meet eligibility criteria as determined through the following indicators:  Teacher Recommendation  Academic Achievement – Mid-year average of: o ≥ 83 in an accelerated class or o ≥ 93 in a non-accelerated class  Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC)  New Jersey Assessment of Student Knowledge (NJASK) Scores (Most Recent)  Lexile (based on Achieve 3000)

ACCELERATED/HONORS/AP APPEAL PROCESS

There is no appeals process for students who do not make the grade requirement by the end of the school year.

All appeals must be submitted no later than September 15th.

A student/parent who does not agree with a recommendation that the student should not take an accelerated course must take the following steps before being admitted to that course:

1. The student must write a letter to the Principal. The letter should explain why the student disagrees with the placement, why the student feels that he or she should take the course, and the steps he or she will take to ensure success in the course. 2. The student must meet with the school counselor to discuss the details of his or her work, ability, and plan for success in an accelerated course. 3. The parent(s) or guardian(s) of the student must attend a meeting (in person or by telephone) with the student and his or her school counselor; this meeting will make the parent(s) or guardian(s) aware of the course requirements. The parent(s) or guardian(s) and student must also sign an appeal indicating that the student may be removed from the class if the retention criteria is not met.

No student will be admitted to an accelerated course against recommendation without completing the above steps. Final determination will be made by the Principal.

RETENTION IN AN ACCELERATED/HONORS/AP COURSE(S)

All students in grades 6-12 enrolled in an Accelerated/Honors/AP course(s) have the responsibility to maintain a grade of at least an 80% in that course(s).

All students should be aware of the following regarding Accelerated/Honors/AP level course(s) changes:  Students have the 1st MARKING PERIOD to determine the appropriateness of level placement. Mid- year level changes will not be permitted.  Prior to the end of the 1st marking period, students whose projected grade ranges within 75%-79% shall be counseled by the building principal, the teacher, and the school counselor and a decision regarding continued placement will be made.  Students who earn a grade of less than 75% in an Accelerated/Honors/AP course(s) for the 1st marking period will be automatically reassigned to an Academic level placement for the remainder of the school year.  Upon transfer to an academic course, the grade from the Accelerated/Honors/AP level course will move with the student to the new course. If a student is reassigned to another full year course, the sending and receiving teachers will collaborate on the grade for the first marking period. The student will receive grades for the second, third, and fourth marking periods from the receiving teacher. The transcript will reflect the name of the course the student was enrolled in at the conclusion of the year.  After the completion of the 1st marking period, students who have not opted for a level change or who have not been reassigned, will remain in their current course level placement for the duration of the school year.

The following level changes are permitted through the 3rd school day after the close of the 1st Marking Period:  From AP to Honors;  From AP to Academic;  From Honors to Academic;  From Accelerated to Academic.

VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS

Virtual High School offers a catalog of full semester courses in the Arts, Foreign language, Language Arts, Life Skills, Math, Science, Social Studies, Technology and AP Study to students in VHS member schools. The courses listed are current at the time of publication. Visit our website at mvw.goVHS.org for the most current offerings.

ACHIEVING CREDIT FROM RARITAN VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (RVCC)

RVCC offers up to three (3) college credits to any student who maintains a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0. Interested students should consult with their school counselor to discuss RVCC class requirements. Final application and plans will be confirmed with the guidance department. Participation in any RVCC course(s) will require full tuition for enrolled course(s).

The Application form for RVCC credit may be found in the appendix of this guide.

GENESIS STUDENT/PARENT PORTAL

Manville High School uses GENESIS student/parent portal (a web-based computer program that provides 24/7 access to student information). Student academic schedules, progress reports, and report card grades can be accessed through the GENESIS student/parent portal.

A private password to GENESIS will be supplied to each family at the beginning of the school year.

PROCESS FOR RESOLVING INCOMPLETE GRADES

After approximately two (2) full weeks of school, an incomplete grade will revert to a fifty-five (55) grade point average. Students should meet with their teacher upon return to school in order to complete any missed work that marking period.

SUMMER SCHOOL/REPEAT COURSES

Any student attending Manville High School (MHS) who received a final grade below sixty-five (65) during the school year receiving zero (0) credits toward graduation for that class may opt to:

 Repeat the course during a future school year;  Enroll in a summer school program approved by MHS (at the students’ expense).

The original failing grade will be maintained on the student’s permanent record and will be calculated into the Grade Point Average (GPA). Students may receive high school credit only for those courses taken at accredited summer programs that meet NJ State Department of Education guidelines and are approved by MHS. The same course, if passed, may be taken for credit only once.

Students who repeat MHS during a future regular school year will receive the grade earned for the repeated course. The appropriate credits will be awarded to those who successfully complete the course work. The repeated course will be counted in their GPA. The original failing grade will be maintained on the student’s permanent record and will be calculated into their GPA.

REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION

The following are the designated credits required for completion of grade level:

Class of 2018 Class of 2019 Class of 2020 & 2021 (Began MHS under 9-period day schedule) Grade 09: 30 credits Grade 09: 35 credits Grade 09: 30 credits Grade 10: 60 credits Grade 10: 65 credits Grade 10: 60 credits Grade 11: 90 credits Grade 11: 95 credits Grade 11: 90 credits Grade 12: 120 credits Grade 12: 125 credits Grade 12: 120 credits

 Students must comply with attendance requirements (Policy #5200);  Students will need to demonstrate proficiency regarding the New Jersey Student Learning Standards;  All students must have a lunch period.  A maximum of one (1) study hall will be allowed per school year.  A semester course meets for two (2) marking periods either in the first half of the school year or the second half of the school year.

 The following courses satisfy the 21st Century Life and Careers requirement: 1. Career Management/Resume Skills; 2. Introduction to Business/ Sports and Entertainment; 3. Accounting I; 4. College and Career Ready Skills; 5. Business Law; 6. Desktop Publishing; 7. CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting) I & II; 8. Technology Application and Design; 9. Exploring Computer Science; 10. Programming for the Web; 11. Game-Maker; 12. Technology Applications and Design

 The following courses satisfy the Visual and Performing Arts requirement: 1. Studio Art I, II, & III; 2. Senior Studio Art; 3. Computer Graphics / Advanced Computer Graphics; 4. Commercial Design; 5. Band; 6. Choir; 7. Theater Art Studio; 8. Music Theory

GENERAL INFORMATION OPTION II

Option II is an innovative and creative way for students to earn high school credit for learning experiences outside the traditional classroom

The purpose of Option II was established by the New Jersey Department of Education to satisfy high school graduation requirements while meeting and/or exceeding the New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

Option II allows students to obtain credit for learning experiences outside of the traditional classroom environment. Some of these experiences may provide real-world connections not available in the school setting. Other learning experiences may go beyond what the traditional high school can provide, allowing students to participate in research, international study, or college-level work.

Option II may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: independent study; online learning; study abroad programs; student exchange programs and structured learning experiences, including, but not limited to: work-based programs, internships, apprenticeships, and service-learning experiences.

If your child is interested in the Option II program, a separate application is required. The application must be submitted to the Guidance Department no later than two weeks after the start of each marking period. Your child must return it to the MHS Principal for review. The application can be picked up at the MHS Guidance Department.

MANVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 2017 – 2018

Course and credit requirements for all students:

Language Arts Literacy 20 credits aligned to grade nine through 12 standards

15 credits including Algebra 1 and Geometry or the content equivalent and a third year of math that builds on the concepts and skills of Mathematics algebra and geometry and prepares students for college and 21st century careers 18 credits including at least six credits in laboratory biology/life science or the content equivalent and additional laboratory inquiry- Science based science course including chemistry, environmental science or physics and a third laboratory inquiry-based science course. 15 credits including satisfaction of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1 and 2: five credits Social Studies in world history; and the integration of civics, economics, geography and global content in all course offerings

Financial, Economics, Business, 2.5 credits and Entrepreneurial Literacy

3 credits (for PE) and 1 credit (for health) health if enrolled in a Science. 3.75 credits (for PE) and 1.25 credits (for health) if NOT enrolled in a Health, Safety, and Physical science, safety, and physical education during each year of enrollment, Education distributed as 150 minutes per week, as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:35-5, 7 and 8

Visual and Performing Arts 5 credits (see page 9 for more information)

World Language 5 credits or student demonstration of proficiency

Consistent with the New Jersey Learning Standards, integrated Technology Literacy throughout the curriculum

21st Century Life and Career, or 5 credits (see page 9 for more information) Career-Technical Education

Total Credits 120 credits (125 for the Class of 2019)

In order to graduate from the Manville High School, students must meet specific requirements in skill proficiencies, number of credits, curriculum, and attendance. More information can be found in the Student and Parent Handbook.

In order to meet eligibility for graduation in the 2017-2018 school year, students must meet the following: 1. Students must satisfactorily complete a minimum 120 credits. 2. All students must satisfactorily complete:  4 years of English;  3 years of Social Studies;  3 years of Mathematics (4 years are recommended);  3 years of a Lab Science;  4 years of Physical Education and Health;  1 year of World Language (2 or more years are recommended for college);  1 year of 21st Century Life and Career;  1 semester (2.5 credits) of Personal Finance or Economics. 3. Students MUST comply with the attendance requirements. 4. Students must achieve a passing score on one of the Assessment as outlined in the chart below based on “Class of” for each subject area, English Language Arts and Mathematics:

For the graduating classes of 2018, 2019 and 2020 (In addition, the Class of 2020 must take all PARCC assessments listed below)

Minimum Minimum English Language Arts Passing Score Mathematics Passing Score PARCC ELA Grade 09 750 (Level 4) PARCC Algebra I 750 (Level 4) PARCC ELA Grade 10 750 (Level 4) PARCC Geometry 725 (Level 3) PARCC ELA Grade 11 725 (Level 3) PARCC Algebra II 725 (Level 3) PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Reading 22 PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Math 22 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Reading 40 PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Math 40 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) SAT Reading Test 22 SAT Math Test 22 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) SAT EBRW Section 450 SAT Math Section 440 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) SAT Critical Reading 400 SAT Math 400 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) ACT or ACT PLAN– Reading 16 ACT or ACT PLAN– Math 16 ACT Aspire – Reading 422 ACT Aspire – Math 422 ASVAB-AFQT Composite Score 31 ASVAB-AFQT Composite Score 31 Accuplacer – Write Placer 6 Accuplacer – Elementary Algebra 76 Accuplacer – Write Placer ESL 4 OR Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Note: The above scores are subject to change based on the NJDOE.

For the graduating classes of 2021 Students must take all PARCC assessments and must pass Algebra I and ELA 10.

English Language Arts Mathematics PARCC ELA Grade 09 PARCC Algebra I (Level 4) PARCC ELA Grade 10 (Level 4) PARCC Geometry PARCC ELA Grade 11 PARCC Algebra II OR Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

CAREER PREPARATION CHART

Students planning on the following post-high school activities are strongly recommended to take the indicated number of years in each area:

2 year 4 year Technical Direct College College Institute Employment English 4 4 4 4

Social Studies 3 3-4 3 3

Mathematics 3 * 3-4 3 3

Science 3 * 3-4 w/lab 3 3

World Language 2 2-4 2 1

Arts 1-2 2 1-2 1-2

Business/ Technology 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-4

* Competitive and Highly Competitive Colleges and Universities require four (4) years of Mathematics and Science. A student planning to attend a 4 year college should take 2-4 years of a World Language. .

SOMERSET COUNTY VOCATIONAL & TECHNICAL SCHOOL

Students who are interested in studying particular vocational areas should give serious consideration to attend Somerset County Vocational & Technical School, in Bridgewater, New Jersey. The shared-time programs allow a student to take fifteen (15) credits of vocational training and four (4) classes at Manville High School. There are also full time programs available. Admission is competitive and students are encouraged to apply early.

Listed are programs offered at Somerset County Vocational & Technical School. Interested students and their parent/guardian should contact the student’s MHS guidance counselor for further information regarding admission to the vocational school. Visit www.scvths.org for more information.

Agricultural Science Graphic Communications

Automotive – Diesel Technology Health Occupations

Auto Body Integrated Technology Systems

Carpentry and Building Trades Law and Public Safety

Cosmetology Mechatronics, Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing

Culinary Arts Plumbing – Environmental Technology

Dance Theater Arts – Acting / Acting with Vocal Music

Electrical Construction Welding

ACADEMIC ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY

The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association rules and regulations regarding eligibility are mandatory. In addition, the Manville Board of Education has adopted the following guidelines for students participating in high school athletics:

A student entering 9th grade is automatically eligible in his/her first semester. To be eligible in the second semester they must achieve fifteen (15) credits or more in the first semester of the year.

A student entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grade will be required to achieve thirty (30) credits in the year prior to participation in the first semester of a school year, and to be eligible in the second semester they must achieve fifteen (15) credits or more in the first semester of the year.

These academic requirements will apply to all athletes. Additional information regarding eligibility can be obtained upon request from the vice principal or principal.

AGE ELIGIBILITY

A student cannot participate in interscholastic athletics if he/she has reached the age of nineteen (19) prior to September 1st of the current school year.

VISUAL ARTS SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

Visual Arts

Commercial Computer Studio Art I Design Graphics

Advanced Studio Art II Computer Graphics

Studio III

Senior Art Studio

VHS Course Offerings

Art History Honors

Art History: Art of the Caribbean Islands Creating Art History History of Photography Honors

VISUAL ARTS

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Studio Art I None This course is designed as a prerequisite for higher level studio and graphic arts classes. Students will create two- Credits: 5 dimensional studio projects, working within an outline of the Length: 1 Year Elements of Art and Principles of Design to develop skills Grade(s): 9-12 preparing them for more in-depth study. Various wet and dry media will be used to explore genres of still life, landscape, figurative drawing, design, and printmaking. Art history will be introduced in relationship to skills and concepts taught in class and will be researched by students to include their studio work

Studio Art II Studio Art I This course is a studio art course, with emphasis placed on developing knowledge of hands-on skills and techniques, Credits: 5 color theory, and the use of various two dimensional wet and Length: 1 Year dry media. Various genres will be explored, with emphasis on Grade(s): 9-12 learning from investigating artists and movements from the traditional art history canon. Students will also continue to develop good studio habits.

Studio Art III Studio Art II This is a studio art course with the focus on beginning to develop a college entrance visual arts portfolio. Various Credits: 5 genres will be explored with emphasis on finding the students’ Length: 1 Year creative voice, and honing their manipulation of various wet Grade(s): 11-12 and dry media. Students will be required to use and develop a sketchbook as a tool for inspiration and thinking through visual problems. Art history, group critiques and aesthetics will be woven throughout the course. Creation of a digital online portfolio will be introduced to the student.

Senior Art Studio Studio Art III This is a studio art course for seniors planning to study art and/or design after graduation. Students will continue to Credits: 5 develop their presentation portfolios and will work on Length: 1 Year mastering techniques and skills in various wet and dry media. Grade(s): 11-12 Development and responsibility for the artwork will be student-centered, with support through a framework of specific genres and media. Working one on one with the instructor, students will determine and develop an area of Studio Concentration that will carry throughout the four (4) quarters of this course. Students will use self reflection, study of art history, aesthetics, and the development of personal sketchbooks to inform the work that they create in this course. Participation in large and small group and individual critiques are key to improving student growth and the quality of the portfolio.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Computer Graphics None This course is open to students in the art area who are interested in using the newest technology available to the Credits: 2.5 artist, the computers. Students with no background in art, but Length: 1 Semester an interest in computers, are welcome. The first semester will Grade(s): 9-12 be spent working with two (2) graphic programs as well as a publishing program. Students will utilize Apple iMacs to manipulate images and complete projects.

Advanced Computer Computer Graphics This course is designed for the student who would like to Graphics pursue graphics beyond the introductory stage. Students will be working with professional graphics programs with Credits: 2.5 emphasis on advertising illusion. Students will utilize Apple Length: 1 Semester iMacs to manipulate images and complete projects. Grade(s): 9-12

Commercial Design Studio Art I This course is offered to students who would like to explore the world of advertising design. Subject matter will include Credits: 5 calligraphy, package design, illustration, animation cells, color Length: 1 Year layouts of CD covers, posters, book covers and t-shirt designs. Grade(s): 10-12 Various media will be used including computers and airbrushing. Students will utilize Apple iMacs to manipulate images and complete projects.

21ST CENTURY LIFE & CAREERS

21st Century Life and Careers

College and Freshman Vo-Tech Shared Senior Accounting I Career Orientation Time Practicum Readiness Skills

Semester Courses

Accounting II Business Law Desktop Publishing Introduction to Business Leadership/Service Learning Sports and Entertainment Marketing Career Management and Resume Skills

VHS Course Offerings – Life Skills

Career Awareness Employability Skills for the 21st Century Kindergarten Apprentice Teacher Now What Will You Do? Parenting in the 21st Century Preparing for College Admissions and Financial Aid Perspectives in Health Sports and American Society Student Orientation VHS Course Offerings – Business Focus

Business and Personal Law Business Math Entrepreneurship International Business Investing in the Stock Market Learning to Invest in the Stock Market Marketing and the Internet Personal Finance

21ST CENTURY LIFE & CAREERS

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Accounting I None This course familiarizes the student with methods used in business and in personal records to keep track of the financial Credits: 5 status of business firms and/or individuals; business emphasis Length: 1 Year will concentrate on sole proprietorships and partnerships. Grade(s): 9-12 Emphasis is placed on the theory of debit and credit, the interpretation of financial statements, and the understanding of commonly used business terms. This course is recommended for those academic students who plan to study accounting in college, as well as for business students. Students will also utilize Automated Accounting to develop interactive spreadsheets and participate in web-based simulations. Technology Integration will include several Accounting Software application programs and a Stock Market simulation to enhance real-time accounting issues and problems. Meets 2.5 credit requirement in Financial, Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurial Literacy

Accounting II Accounting I The first semester will build on the previously gained knowledge of double-entry accounting with its application to Credits: 5 partnerships, corporations, depreciation, departmental records, Length: 1 Year etc. and will form a solid foundation for those students who Grade(s): 9-12 will seek accounting careers.

Part two is designed to prepare students for work in the accounting departments of business firms that utilize the computer for completing various accounting activities previously learned in Accounting I. Computerized accounting is continued, utilizing Automated Accounting and collaborative learning simulations for advanced accounting practices.

Business Law None This course is designed to introduce students to understanding their basic legal rights and responsibilities and apply them to Credits: 2.5 their everyday roles as consumers, citizens, and workers. The Length: 1 Semester course explains the purposes and uses of a variety of common Grade(s): 9-12 legal documents and precise legal language. The student will understand the legal implications of various businesses transactions, demonstrate decision-making skills and apply them to the solving of frequently encountered legal situations. This course will explain how the legislation and court decisions that form the basis of the legal system in the United States reflect people’s experiences in society. It will also include all aspects of entering into contracts. This course includes a final research component that will integrate technology and cooperative learning.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

College and Career None A fundamental college and career readiness course that Readiness Skills prepares students for their high school and college experience. This course will provide the students with the skills necessary Credits: 5 to engage more activity in deep discussions, extract and Length: 1 Year support relevant pieces of information and properly formulate Grade(s): 11-12 notes to support their learning. It will increase student’s ability to participate in discussions, enhance and enrich their vocabulary, ask and answer high level questions and retain information. This class will help to prepare the students for completing research projects by demonstrating how to find reliable sources, how to check and monitor their learning and hot to synthesize the information they gather from multiple sources. These skills are invaluable in any class with a research project large or small, as well as serving the students throughout post-high school life. Twenty First Century Technology skills for College Career readiness will be infused throughout the course to include using Google classroom to collaborate in real time with partners for group work, creating and maintaining a Google website, Google slides for increased collaboration and sharing, Prezi, Voice Thread,Flip Grid and Symbaloo.

Desktop Publishing None Students will be introduced to typography, fonts, graphics, frames, borders, objects, drawing, and images, as well as Credits: 2.5 layout and design to create and edit text. Students will be Length: 1 Semester provided with a wide variety of frequently used desktop Grade(s): 9-12 publishing business applications in the creation and design of brochures, posters, and signs and advanced projects. Students will also be required to complete projects utilizing the Internet and the desktop skills they have acquired. Microsoft Publisher/Page Maker will be utilized in production of jobs. A Final Project will be required for this course to analyze student’s knowledge and skill proficiency in their design work.

Introduction to None This course will enable the student to learn about the stock Business market, personnel management, leadership and motivational techniques. This course is a survey of the functions of Credits: 2.5 business, a comparison of the forms or organizations and Length: 1 Semester methods of administration and the interdependence of Grade(s): 11-12 production, distribution and finance in modern business. The principles learned in this course will allow the student to understand the various forms of business domestically and globally; these principles are relevant for everyone, from those entering the workforce for the first time to aspiring entrepreneurs. Integration of technology will include use of several Business/Financial software simulations to provide for 21st Century skills, and real-time applications of business theories and will align with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for college and career preparation.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Career Management None This course will provide the students with an advanced and Resume Skills expertise in computer applications and will align with the NJ Student Learning Standards. Preparing students for the world Credits: 5 of work and college will provide realistic opportunities to st Length: 1 Year enhance their 21 century skills. Units of work include Grade(s): 10 -12 applying for a job and developing a resume and cover letter. Students will create a career portfolio and develop human relations skills. Providing information processing aptitudes and time/task management skills will be essential for this course. International Business, financial and retirement planning will be a strong component for career management class; students will be introduced to the basic concepts of desktop publishing and working with software to develop strong team work skills. A personal finance simulation will provide students with the technology integration necessary of becoming a good consumer.

Sports and None This course will help students develop a thorough Entertainment understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that Marketing apply to sports and sporting events. The areas that this course will cover include: basic marketing; target marketing and Credits: 2.5 segmentation; sponsorship; event marketing; promotions; Length: 1 Semester sponsorship proposals; and implementation of sports Grade(s): 11-12 marketing plans. This course will also delve into promotion plans, proposals, sports’ marketing plans, and event evaluation and management techniques. Students taking this course will have the opportunity to participate in Future Business Leaders of America (our student marketing leadership organization).

Senior Practicum Met mandated graduation Seniors will have the opportunity to develop responsibility credit requirements and outside the school walls through one (1) of three (3) areas: Credits: 0-10 mandated testing dual enrollment at Raritan Valley Community College, unpaid Length: 1 Year requirements in Language internship, or community service. This will allow each Grade(s): 12 Arts and Mathematics. student to utilize his or her particular talents in a responsible, adult like position for work readiness. Responsibilities Application and interview include evaluations, journals, school seminars, and a final required. project. Students accepted into the Senior Practicum Program must commit to a full year in the chosen area.

Application form for Senior Practicum may be found in the Appendix.

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Vo-Tech Shared Acceptance by Somerset Students are enrolled in academic courses at MHS and spend Time County Vocational- one-half day or full time at the vocational high school. Technical School (SCVT); Programs include: auto body; auto mechanics; beauty culture; Credits:10-15 and recommendation from building trades; carpentry; commercial art and design; diesel Length: 1 Year Manville High School. mechanics; electrical construction; electronics; health Grade(s): 9-12 occupations; landscaping maintenance /floral design; machine trades; office occupations; performing arts; dance; drama; plumbing/heating; printing; small engines and welding. Bus transportation is provided for the students. An application must be made to the vocational high school as well as signing up during scheduling at MHS. Students must be approved and recommended by MHS. Some students who attend SCVT shared time may be required to complete independent study courses at MHS to satisfy New Jersey High School and Manville School District graduation requirements.

Freshman Seminar A fundamental college and career readiness course that prepares students for their high school experience. This Credits: 5 orientation course will provide the students with the skills Length: 1 Year necessary to engage more activity in deep discussions, extract Grade(s): 9 and support relevant pieces of information and properly formulate notes to support their learning. It will increase student’s ability to participate in discussions, enhance and enrich their vocabulary, ask and answer high level questions and retain information. This class will help to prepare the students for completing research projects by demonstrating how to find reliable sources, how to check and monitor their learning and hot to synthesize the information they gather from multiple sources. These skills are invaluable in any class with a research project large or small, as well as serving the students throughout post-high school life. Twenty First Century Technology skills for College Career readiness will be infused throughout the course to include using Google classroom to collaborate in real time with partners for group work, creating and maintaining a Google website, Google slides for increased collaboration and sharing, Prezi, Voice Thread,Flip Grid and Symbaloo.

ENGLISH SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

English

English 9 English as a English 9 Second Language Honors* 9

English as a English 10 Engish 10 Second Language Honors* 10

English as a English 11 English 11 Second Language Honors* 11

English 12 English as a English 12 Advanced Second Language Placement 12

Semester VHS Course Offerings

101 Ways to Write a Short Story Honors Academic Writing Advanced English Literature Honors Full Year Course Electives AP English Language and Composition Around the World in 80 Days Bad Boys in Literature Creative Writing Contemporary Irish Literature Film Appreciation Creative Writing Foundations of Language Arts IV Essay Writing English 9 Publications English 10 SAT Prep (Junior Year) English 11 Fantasy and Science Fiction Short Stories Film and Literature Folklore and Literature of Myth, Magic and Ritual Honors Ghoulies, Ghosties and Long-Legged Beasties Honors Heros Horror Writers Journalism in the Digital Age * Students must meet appropriate criteria to be Literacy Skills for the 21st Century placed in an honors course, regardless of previous Literature of the World placement within an honors course. Mythology Poetry Reading and Writing Poetry Writing Screenwriting Fundamentals Shakespeare in Films Honors Twentieth Century Women Authors Honors Young Adult Literature

ENGLISH

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

English 9 None English 9 is focused primarily on strengthening the student’s ability to listen with understanding, to speak articulately and Credits: 5 intelligently, and to read with both comprehension and Length: 1 Year appreciation. Students will learn to write concisely with a Grade: 9 sense of organization; to think clearly, using the language as a tool to meet the requirements of the student’s life situations. An intensive study of language and usage is important, requiring frequent compositions, reports, and creative writing samples. The literature includes short stories, plays, essays, poetry, and novels usually centered on themes. The independent reading component helps to provide the students with a wider background of reading experiences. There is training in speaking situations as a means of developing poise and confidence. In the final analysis the needs, interests, and abilities of the students determine, in large part, the scope of the content; there is modulation of the techniques, methods, and approaches, which will distinguish the various sections. A writing portfolio and research paper is required by each student.

English 10 English 9 English 10 is a continuation of the intellectual and social growth of the student by the development of language skills Credits: 5 with emphasis on greater comprehension and evaluation in Length: 1 Year listening and reading, on style and ease in speaking and Grade: 10 writing, and on logic and increased organization in thinking and reasoning. The content of the literature program includes short stories, poetry, plays, essay, and novels with a more detailed analysis of the social and philosophical ideas stressed in these genres; independent reading will increase the student’s comprehension against a broad background of fiction and non-fiction. Oral reports, panels, and other speech activities are encouraged to develop the student’s poise and confidence. In the final analysis, the needs, interests, and abilities of the students determine the scope of the content; there is modulation of the techniques, methods, and approaches, which will distinguish the various sections. A writing portfolio and research paper is required by each student.

English 11 English 10 English 11, American Literature offers opportunities to examine the parallels between literary writings and historical Credits: 5 events in the United States, while increasing the Length: 1 Year understanding and enjoyment of American literature. Grade: 11 Students will be expected to recognize and evaluate consistent themes and literary terms and devices through the study of short stories, novels, drama, biographies, and poetry. Strong writing involves literary analysis and investigative and opinion papers; continuous improvement will be shown in written expression through the study of mechanics and style. A writing portfolio and research paper is required by each student.

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English 12 English 11 English 12 is designed to help the student meet present and future responsibilities in life by guidance through effective Credits: 5 learning. Reading and literature will enhance the student’s Length: 1 Year understanding of literary terms and devices by recognizing Grade: 12 them in short story, novel, drama, biography and poetry. Gaining insight into human behavior by interpreting life and character in the continuation of social and intellectual growth is also important. In writing, the student will use various techniques to demonstrate skill in expository writing, to use logic and rhetoric to solve problems, to write and discuss materials and to present arguments and debates. The student will be expected to develop speaking skills by utilizing speech forms and techniques, to develop skill in listening through purposeful, accurate, critical and responsive listening. The student will be expected to make judgments about media by evaluating different presentations: motion pictures; drama; radio; and television. The needs, interests, and abilities of the students determine the scope of content; there is a modulation of the techniques, methods, and approaches, which will distinguish the various sections. A writing portfolio and research paper is required by each student.

English 9, 10, 11 Must meet honors criteria The courses focuses on strengthening the student’s ability to Honors listen with understanding; to speak articulately and intelligently, to read with both comprehension and analysis, Credits: 5 and to write concisely and eloquently with a sense of Length: 1 Year organization, to think clearly using the language as a tool to Grade(s): 9-11 meet the requirements of the student’s life situations. Intensive study of language and usage is important requiring frequent compositions, reports, and creative writing samples; the literature includes short stories, plays, essays, poetry and novels usually centered on selected themes. The needs, interests, and abilities of students will determine in large part the scope of content and instructional approaches. A writing portfolio and research paper is required by each student.

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Advanced Placement Must meet Honors/AP The Advanced Program of Literature and Composition offers English 12 criteria qualified students the opportunity for a deeper understanding of literature and writing. The course will present studies of Credits: 5 major authors, periods, genres, and themes. The reading will Length: 1 Year concentrate on imaginative literature - poetry, fiction and Grade: 12 drama. Writing assignments will focus on the critical analysis of literature; there will be opportunities to write personal narratives, poetry, and short stories. Students will take the Advanced Placement Exam in the spring. This course can be taken in place of English 12.

English as a Second As determined by ESL is based on the components of a balanced literacy Language (ESL) ACCESS Assessment (for program which allows students to develop their potential in English Language social and academic situation, as well as in reading and Credits: 10 Learners) writing. Emphasis is placed on differentiated instruction and Length: 1 Year accommodations suitable for the student’s English proficiency Grade(s): 9-12 level; activities are aligned to both the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and the WIDA (World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment) and are based on 21st century learning skills. Students express their cultural diversity in many of the activities; technology is used as a tool to help students prepare for college and career.

Creative Writing English 9 Students who are interested in creative expression in writing can select this course from the choices in the English elective Credits: 5 program. A writing workshop atmosphere under the Length: 1 Year supervision of the teacher will commonly be used as a Grade(s): 10-12 teaching strategy of the course. All basic writing types will be included in the instruction: autobiography; biography; poetry; short story; drama; dialogue; sketch; characterization; description and satire. Meeting the needs of the students of varying abilities will be accomplished through the selection of ideas and careful teacher supervision in the workshop atmosphere and through class discussions and individual conferences.

Film Appreciation None This course examines the aesthetics of cinema and key elements of the art of filmmaking as well as the cultural Credits: 5 relevance and critical analysis of film. Students will explore Length: 1 Year film through a wide variety of issues including literary Grade: 11-12 connections, some facets of production, structure, technique, historical context, reception, style, genre, ideology, theory, and cultural studies. Class meetings will consist of film screenings (both clips and full works), lecture, response papers, analytical papers, research project and discussion.

Foundations of None This course is a requirement for grade 12 students who have Language Arts IV not yet met the mandated high school assessment requirement in Language Arts Literacy. The course is designed to prepare Credits: 5 students to meet the State Competency Assessments (see page Length: 1 Year 11). The students will follow Educational Proficiency Plan Grade: 12 (EPP) designed to reach proficiency while completing the Portfolio Appeal Process required by NJDOE.

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Publications None This course is designed to teach students to apply the basic principles of journalism, graphic design, and page layout in Credits: 5 the production of multiple formal publications throughout the Length: 1 Year school year including the high school’s yearbook (Valorem), Grade: 9-12 literary magazine, and school newspaper (Hoofprints). Students will also gain computer experience through the utilization of desktop publishing software. Additionally, students will become proficient at small business operations in the sales and marketing of these publications.

Scholastic Aptitude None This course targets math and verbal SAT preparation for Test (SAT) Prep students who are taking the SAT. It is designed to increase student awareness of important test-taking strategies, and Credits: 2.5 more importantly, to enhance higher order problem solving Length: 1 Semester and thinking skills. One marking period will be devoted to Grade: 11 verbal skills and one to math skills.

MATHEMATICS SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

Algebra 1

Geometry Geometry Honors*

Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Honors*

2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year Pre- (required) (required) Course Calculus* Courses Course Elective

3rd Year 4th Year (required) Course Calculus Courses Elective

4th Year Course Elective

VHS Courses nd rd 2 /3 Year (Required) Course Options Algebra 1

Algebra 2 Math Applications Algebra 2 Honors Intro to Statistics & Probability AP Calculus AB Pre Calculus AP Calculus BC Calculus AP Statistics Calculus Honors Geometry Electives Math and Modern Logic Math Connections Math You Can Use In College Foundations Math IV Mathematics of Electricity SAT Prep Number Theory Pre-Calculus I Pre-Calculus II Statistics Honors

* Students must meet appropriate criteria to be placed in an honors course, regardless of previous placement within honors course.

MATHEMATICS

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Algebra I None This course formalizes and extends the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades as outlined in the New Credits: 5 Jersey Student Learning Standards for Mathematics. The Length: 1 Year critical areas deepen and extend understanding of linear and Grade: 9 exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend, and students engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions.

Geometry Algebra I This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more Credits: 5 complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of Length: 1 Year geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical Grade: 9-10 arguments. Students will apply their knowledge of two- dimensional shapes to consider the shapes of cross-sections and the result of rotating a two-dimensional object about a line, use a rectangular coordinate system to verify geometric relationships, including properties of special triangles and quadrilaterals and slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines, which relates back to work done in the Algebra 1 course, and continue their study of quadratics by connecting the geometric and algebraic definitions of the parabola.

Geometry Honors Algebra 1 and must meet This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric honors criteria experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more Credits: 5 complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of Length: 1 Year geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical Grade: 9 arguments. Students will apply their knowledge of two- dimensional shapes to consider the shapes of cross-sections and the result of rotating a two-dimensional object about a line, use a rectangular coordinate system to verify geometric relationships, including properties of special triangles and quadrilaterals and slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines, which relates back to work done in the Algebra 1 course, and continue their study of quadratics by connecting the geometric and algebraic definitions of the parabola. Honors courses provide a deeper and more extensive depth of content.

Algebra II Geometry or Geometry This course builds on earlier work with linear, quadratic, and Honors exponential functions, students extend their repertoire of Credits: 5 functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical Length: 1 Year functions. Students work closely with the expressions that Grade: 10-11 define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Algebra II Honors Geometry or Geometry This course builds on earlier work with linear, quadratic, and Honors; and must meet exponential functions, students extend their repertoire of Credits: 5 honors criteria functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical Length: 1 Year functions. Students work closely with the expressions that Grade: 10-11 define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. Honors courses provide a deeper and more extensive depth of content.

Intro to Statistics and Algebra II or Algebra II This course will consist of a broad coverage of topics in Probability Honors applied statistics and probability, which will give students the ability to make more informed decisions based on analysis of Credits: 5 quantitative data. Everyday, the world is inundated with Length: 1 Year charts and graphs, by data, by polls, and by statements and Grade: 11-12 claims made by people wanting to sell things or convince people of something. Understanding probability and statistics is essential in today’s world, where print and electronic media are full of numerical information and interpretation. Statistics is the mathematics we use to collect, organize, and interpret numerical data, from test scores to shopper’s product preferences. Probability is the study of uncertainty and assessing the likelihood of a real world event occurring, whether it is games of chance, genetics or weather prediction.

Pre-Calculus Algebra II or Algebra II This course is designed to strengthen student skills in Honors; and must meet preparation for the study of calculus. The topics to be covered Credits: 5 accelerated criteria include: elementary functions and graphs; limits; continuity; Length: 1 Year trigonometry; sequence and series; and combinations and Grade: 11-12 probability.

Calculus Pre-Calculus and must This course is designed to expose students to college calculus. meet accelerated criteria The topics to be covered include: elementary functions; Credits: 5 limits; derivatives; maximum/minimum problems; integration Length: 1 Year and trigonometric derivatives; and integrals. Grade: 12

Math Applications Algebra II or Algebra II This course is designed to help students improve their Honors problem-solving skills through exposure to qualitative and Credits: 5 quantitative reasoning. Topics will be taken from arithmetic, Length: 1 Year algebra, and geometry, in an effort to strengthen the basic Grade: 11 & 12 repertoire of skills and processes, which should be a part of a student's background before entering college or the workforce. Areas of study will include: business applications; athletic competitions; projectile motion; permutations and combinations; geometric transformations; Snell's Law; and modulo arithmetic.

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Mathematical Successful completion of This course focuses on the application of mathematical Connections an Algebra course and a concepts as an integral part of our lives. All students need to Geometry course build the bridge between “classroom math” and “real world Credits: 5 math” as they prepare to enter the outside world. Life can be Length: 1 Year viewed as an ongoing set of word problems to be (1) defined Grade(s): 11 & 12 and (2) solved. In many cases, it can be difficult to set up or define the problem as it is to actually solve it. Math skills and concepts learned in previous courses will be extended and utilized in real world applications experienced by all people in today’s society.

Foundations of Math None This course is designed to provide students enrolled in an I Algebra I course with targeted math instructions aligned to their individual needs and to provide them with the skills and Credits: 5 instructional strategies needed to support their learning and Length: 1 Year deepen their understanding of the Algebra I concepts. Grade: 9

Foundations of Math None This course is a requirement for grade 12 students who have IV not yet met the mandated high school assessment requirement in Mathematics. The course is designed to prepare students to Credits: 5 meet the State Competency Assessments (see page 11). The Length: 1 Year students will follow Educational Proficiency Plan (EPP) Grade: 12 designed to reach proficiency while completing the Portfolio Appeal Process required by NJDOE..

PERFORMING ARTS

Performing Arts

Music Band Choir Theatre Art Theory

PERFORMING ARTS

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Band Previous instruction on the This course is required for students wishing to participate in student’s instrument extra curricular bands. The course is designed to provide Credits: 5 students with performance experience as well as strengthen Length: 1 Year their basic understanding of music education in conjunction Grade(s): 9-12 with the Common Core State Standards in the Performing Arts. Participation in the winter concert, spring concert, and graduation is required and graded for this class. Previous experience playing an instrument is also required.

Chorus None This course is designed as an introductory ensemble for students to learn proper vocal technique through basic choral Credits: 5 literature. Students will develop aural, sight-singing, and Length: 1 Year analytical skills, based on Common Core State Standards. Grade(s): 9-12 This class will also include an introduction to musical devices such as blend, phrasing, harmony, dynamics, and additional music concepts. Students will be expected to attend all performances and concerts throughout the year.

Music Theory None This course is designed to provide students with the basic study of music composition. Students will gain the ability to Credits: 5 write and record basic songs through class projects. Students Length: 1 Year with no background in music, but are interested in learning Grade(s): 9-12 how to read music, are welcome to enroll in this course.

. Theatre Art Interest in performing arts Theater Art Studio will focus mainly on the art of acting. and/or participation in Students will explore aspects of ensemble ethics, movement, Credits: 5 school play. pantomime, improvisation and theatrical storytelling. They Length: 1 Year will learn performance preparation through motivational Grade(s): 9-12 analysis, characterization, audition techniques and theater games. Students will perform monologues and scenes in several acting styles. Special attention will be given to singing and musical theater techniques. The main historical periods of theater will be highlighted, and other aspects of theater production such as set design, lighting, makeup and directing will be briefly explored. Television and movie acting techniques will be introduced as time permits.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

PE & Health

Physical Health 9 Education 9

Physical Driver's Education 10 Education

Physical Health 11 Education 11

Physical Health 12 Education 12

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Physical Education None The physical education program is designed to provide the individual student with opportunities to develop Credits: 3.75 physically, mentally, and socially. Students will be Length: 3 MP’s introduced to the appropriate knowledge, understanding, Grade(s): 9-12 and execution of physical skills for practical use of leisure time at present and in their adult life. Concurrently, students will be expected to develop and demonstrate desirable social skills, sound mental health, and safe participation. In-class Activities include: Fall Season: Flag football, soccer, speedball, weight training, Ultimate Frisbee, conditioning and fitness, walking, volleyball, fitness training, fitness testing, aerobics/dance, and outdoor volleyball.

Winter Season: Basketball, volleyball, pickle ball, conditioning and fitness, speedball, aerobics/dance, badminton, ping-pong, weight training, floor hockey, and cooperative games.

Spring Season: Ultimate Frisbee, track, softball, conditioning and fitness, weight training, aerobics/dance, wiffle ball, fitness walking, and cooperative games.

HEALTH

The Manville School District’s Health program meets for one (1) marking period and focuses on life skills, family and social health, mental/emotional health, growth and development, and drugs, alcohol, and tobacco abuse. Activities will guide students in communicating effectively with family members about health and helping them to apply their knowledge and skills to real-life. Using critical-thinking skills, the students will explore strategies related to health promotion and disease prevention. Students will also be required to keep a health journal throughout the marking period (MP).

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Health 12-Life Cycle Health 11 This course will focus on mental and emotional health issues, communicable and chronic diseases, and alcohol, tobacco and Credits: 1.25 other drug abuse. In the second unit involving mental and Length: 1 MP emotional health, the students will learn different skills Grade: 12 including how to develop good character, how to develop a healthy mind, how to express emotions and manage stress, and how to deal with depression, loss, and grief. Writing assignments and projects will also be used that may include topics such as addictions and cancer.

Health 11-Healthy Health 10 This course will focus on the areas of nutrition, personal Bodies health and physical activity, injury prevention and personal safety, and alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse. Writing Credits: 1.25 assignments and projects may include topics such as personal Length: 1 MP health and wellness and community service. Grade: 11

Health 10-Driver Health 9 The students are introduced to basic traffic laws and attitudes Education Theory essential to safe and skillful driving. Special emphasis is placed on the consequences of driving under the influence of Credits: 1.25 alcohol and/or other drugs. The Division of Motor Vehicles Length: 1 MP written test is administered at the conclusion of the class. Grade: 10 Graduated Drivers License (GDL) will be discussed during this course.

Health 9-Family None This course focuses on the areas of health skills, including Living/Life Saving CPR and AED skills, family and social health, growth and Skills development, and alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse. The unit on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs will focus on using Credits: 1.25 prescription and over the counter drugs safely, choosing a Length: 1 MP tobacco-free lifestyle, and avoiding illegal drug use. Different Grade: 9 projects and writing assignments will be used to support student learning.

SCIENCE SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

Science

Biology Biology Honors *

Applied Chemistry Physics Honors*

Physics Chemistry Honors*

Anatomy, Physics Physiology, and Disease

VHS Courses VHS Courses

Advanced Topics In Chemistry Engineering for Sustainable Honors Energy Anatomy and Physiology Engineering Principles Animal Behavior and Zoology Environmental Chemistry Honors AP® Biology Environmental Science AP® Environmental Science Environmental Science Honors AP® Physics B Epidemics AP® Physics C Evolution and the Nature of Astronomy Principles Honors Science Biochemistry Honors Forensic Science Bioethics Honors Genes and Disease Honors Biology Meteorology Biotechnology Nuclear Physics Chemistry Honors Oceanography Honors Climate Change Honors Physics Honors Pre-Veterinary Medicine Honors The Human Body

* Students must meet appropriate criteria to be placed in an honors course, regardless of previous placement within an honors course.

SCIENCE

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Biology None Class work is devoted to the study of seven major areas: (1) Chemistry-basic chemistry and its relationship to living Credits: 6 organisms; (2) Cellular Biology-study of the basic structures Length: 1 Year and their functions as it relates to life; (3) Genetics-principles Grade: 9-10 of heredity; (4) Microbiology-study of microorganisms; (5) Plants-study of the basic structures and their functions; (6) Animals-comparative study of structure and function in representatives from several phyla; (7) Ecology-study of organisms and the relationship with each other and their environment. Laboratory work is included with each major area of study.

Biology Honors Must meet honors criteria This course is designed to challenge students in this area of science. Biology Honors will address the same curriculum Credits: 6 topics as Academic Biology; each topic would be studied in a Length: 1 Year more thorough, challenging and detailed manner. Honors Grade: 9-10 courses provide a deeper and more extensive depth of content.

Applied Physics Algebra 1 This course introduces the student to the study of principles and their applications of Physics. Demonstrations, Credits: 6 discussions, and laboratory experiments are used to provide Length: 1 Year training in scientific methods and explore the following Grade: 10-12 topics: Metric measurement; the nature of matter; how machines make work easier; energy; light; sound; electricity and magnetism. This course will also include integration of technology to address 21st century skills.

Chemistry None Chemistry is the study of the structure of matter and the changes that occur when matter reacts. The course Credits: 6 emphasizes critical thinking skills to give an awareness of the Length: 1 Year underlying patterns to chemical changes and properties. Grade: 10-11 Topics studies include: atomic and molecular theory; chemical quantities and reactions; electron structure in atoms; chemical bonding; energy in reactions, acids and bases; and chemistry in the community. There is a heavy emphasis on laboratory work within this course of study.

Chemistry Honors Must meet honors criteria Chemistry is the study of the structure of matter and the changes that occur when matter reacts. The course Credits: 6 emphasizes critical thinking skills to give an awareness of the Length: 1 Year underlying patterns to chemical changes and properties. Grade: 10-11 Topics studies include: atomic and molecular theory; chemical quantities and reactions; electron structure in atoms; chemical bonding; energy in reactions, acids and bases; and chemistry in the community. There is a heavy emphasis on laboratory work within this course of study. Honors courses provide a deeper and more extensive depth of content.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Physics Chemistry or Chemistry Physics is essentially an investigation and study leading to the Honors understanding of two (2) basic concepts, matter and energy. Credits: 6 Principles, laws, and knowledge of physics are acquired by Length: 1 Year using the tools of mathematics and science in the classroom Grade: 11-12 and laboratory. The major topics studied include: motion; heat; electricity; magnetism; wave motion; sound; and light. Special relativity and quantum theory will be introduced during this course.

Physics Honors Chemistry or Chemistry Physics is essentially an investigation and study leading to the Honors; and must meet understanding of two (2) basic concepts, matter and energy. Credits: 6 honors criteria Principles, laws, and knowledge of physics are acquired by Length: 1 Year using the tools of mathematics and science in the classroom Grade: 11-12 and laboratory. The major topics studied include: motion; heat; electricity; magnetism; wave motion; sound; and light. Special relativity and quantum theory will be introduced during this course. Honors courses provide a deeper and more extensive depth of content.

Anatomy, Physiology, Chemistry/Chemistry Anatomy, Physiology, and Disease is an advanced science and Disease Honors or dual enrollment course that students should take who plan on earning a college with Chemistry degree in health sciences, biological sciences, or if they plan Credits: 5 on entering the nursing field, or becoming a Physician’s Length: 1 Year Assistant. The course consists of a rigorous survey of human Grade: 11-12 anatomy that teaches various parts of the body, human functions and how they interact, and pathogens and disease transmission. Students who take anatomy and physiology in high school may benefit from an early start in a pre-med or nursing program by learning advanced human sciences. A range of professions, from pharmacology and forensic science to scientific writing, and teaching jobs are also options. During the course, students learn topics including the human evolution, stem cell development, genetics, biodiversity, disease transmission, and dissect organisms. As well as the laboratory skills gained in a practical hands-on course, students should also be adept at problem-solving, working as part of a team and IT literate. Most units involve a project, so this will equip students with good research skills as well as an ability to analyze and interpret data.

SOCIAL STUDIES SUGGESTED COURSE PATHS

Social Studies

Leadership/Service World History World History I Learning Honors*

United States United States History I History Honors I*

Advanced United States United States Placement United History II History Honors II* States History

Required Course Economics Advance Placement Europe History Electives Criminal Justice Sociology Leadership/Service Learning * Students must meet appropriate criteria to be placed in an Individual Humanities Seminar honors course, regardless of previous placement within an honors course.

VHS Offerings VHS Offerings

AP Economics Philosophy I AP Government & Politics: U.S. Practical Law AP Human Geography Psychology Honors AP Psychology Psychology I AP Psychology Private Offering Psychology of Crime AP World History Sports and Society Constitutional Law The Glory of Ancient Rome Contemporary Issues in American Law and The Holocaust Justice The Vietnam War Criminology U. S. Government Democracy in the U.S. U.S. Foreign Policy Eastern and Western Thought Who Do I Want To Be When I Grow Up? Economics Honors World Conflict, a United Nations Introduction Modern Middle East World Religions Peacemaking Pearl Harbor and the Pacific Theater

SOCIAL STUDIES

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

World History None A chronological survey course covering the period from the Renaissance to the evolution of our contemporary world. This Credits: 5 course stresses the broad tapestry of the story. It deals with Length: 1 Year the exchange of man’s political, geographic, social, economic, Grade: 9 and religious institutions, as these institutions evolved from era to era, and from region to region.

World History Must meet honors criteria. World History Honors is a chronological survey course Honors tracing the development of human society from the emergence of man’s earliest civilizations to the evolution of our Credits: 5 contemporary world. This course deals with the evolution of Length: 1Year man’s political, cultural, social, economic, and religious Grade: 9 institutions, examining both similarities and differences as these institutions evolved from era to era and from region to region. As an honors section, it will not only provide the students with historical facts but will also encourage problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, formulation of opinions, and possible consideration for the future.

U.S. History I World History This is a chronological survey of American History from the era of exploration, discovery, and colonization through the Credits: 5 westward and industrial expansion following Reconstruction. Length: 1 Year Although an understanding of the broad pattern and Grade: 10 developments is the major objective to this course, the details that give life and meaning to the “story” are stressed for each unit covered. Details include such things as: key people; their accomplishments; key events; cause-and-effect relationships; and the significance of chronology. The course also includes current events discussions.

U.S. History I Honors World History and must U.S. History I is a chronological narrative of American meet honors criteria. History spanning from exploration to the Reconstruction years Credits: 5 (1492-1877). The course provides a picture of the changing Length: 1 Year ways of life in the developing colonies; reveals the growing Grade: 10 conflict with Great Britain, the drafting of the Constitution, the founding of the new nation and the events that challenged its continued expansion and strength. As an honors section, it will provide the students not only with historical fact, but will encourage problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, and formulation of opinions. Students will examine the “why” of history as well as the “what.” U.S. History II U.S. History I U.S. History II continues the chronological survey of American history from post Imperialism to the present. The Credits: 5 course emphasizes the patterns of development of America’s Length: 1 Year institutions, way of life, and international relations. In each Grade: 11 unit covered, the vital details of these developments are analyzed by the student. This course also integrates discussions of current events within certain lessons.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

U.S. History II U.S. History I and must U.S. History II Honors is a chronological narrative of Honors meet honors criteria. American History starting with the Post-Reconstruction period to the present. This course will examine the various trends in Credits: 5 American political, economic, social, and cultural thought Length: 1 Year which have developed in the U.S. since the post- Grade: 11 reconstruction period and because the present century is still being lived and evaluated, this course will also stress the importance of conjecturing about where we are headed as a society based upon the past in terms of where we have been.

Advanced Placement U.S. History I and must The objective of this course is to increase the student’s (AP) United States meet AP criteria understanding of American History with the goal of having History each student pass the Advanced Placement (AP) American History Examination in May. AP American History is challenging compared to other high school courses, and takes Credits: 5 more time and requires more work from the student. This Length: 1 Year course is designed to be the equivalent of a freshman level Grade: 11 college course in a high school setting. Excellent reading and writing skills, along with unquestioning devotion to homework and studying, are necessary to succeed. Further emphasis will be placed on critical thinking skills, essay writing, interpretation of original documents and historiography.

Advanced Placement Must meet AP criteria The objective of this course is to increase the student’s (AP) European understanding of European History with the goal having each History student pass the Advanced Placement (AP) European Examination in May. This course is designed to be the Credits: 5 equivalent of a freshman level college course in a high school Length: 1 Year setting. Excellent reading and writing skills are necessary to Grade: 12 succeed. Further emphasis will be placed on critical thinking skills, essay writing, interpretation of original documents, and historiography (methods of historical research: the principles, theories, or methods of historical research or writing).

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Economics None This course is designed to prepare students to make educated decisions as participants in the local, regional, national, and Credit: 5 international economy. Students will develop a broad Length: 1 Year understanding of historical issues and appropriate content Grade(s): 11-12 knowledge. Basic economic concepts that the course will cover include: scarcity; opportunity cost; markets; competition; supply and demand; labor; property rights and externalities; entrepreneurship; money; actions of government; and international trade. Students will participate in activities that enhance their lives and provide opportunities to apply this knowledge to new economic situations. The ultimate goal of this course is to educate students to be informed citizens of the global age. The course will teach students about business organizations, capital formation, marketing, finance, budgeting, personal finance, consumerism, and the securities industry. Students will develop a general knowledge of the fundamentals of the financial world and develop critical thinking and research skills. Meets 2.5 credit requirement in Financial, Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurial Literacy

Sociology None This course focuses on the development of humans in groups or social structures, rather than individuals. Students will Credits: 5 investigate the profound influence on the way one thinks, acts, Length: 1 Year and feels while part of a group setting. Students will consider Grade(s): 11-12 how social instructions, social control, and social problems affect and influence the development of society through various research methods.

Criminal Justice None Criminal Justice requires students to critically think about legal and judicial issues. Students are placed in problem Credits: 5 situations and are expected to be analytical and creative as Length: 1 Year they search for a viable solution. Issues range from the first Grade(s): 11-12 amendment to the fourteenth amendment. Group projects, trial work, field trips, and audio-visual presentations are some of the activities in which students will engage during this year.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Teaching Interview Process Teaching Tomorrow’s Teachers is a study of the history, Tomorrow’s development, organization, and practices of preschool, Teachers elementary, and secondary education. The primary goal of this course is to encourage students who possess exemplary Credits: 5 interpersonal and leadership skills to consider teaching as a Length: 1 year career. This course is also used to provide these talented future Grade: 12 community leaders with insight about teachers and schools so that they will become civic advocates for education.

Individual Must meet honors criteria Individual Humanities Seminar is designed to provide select Humanities Seminar students with opportunities for project portfolio creation and critical thinking application exercises focuses on Credits: 5 contemporary global, national and local issues that are Length: 1 Year relevant in today’s society and provide an opportunity for a Grade(s): 11-12 real-world decision making and solutions. Students will learn to approach these problems methodically, accounting for several variables simultaneously, and will be responsible for presenting their solutions to these issues to the educational community for peer review. In so doing, the students will learn the practice and craft of writing. Leadership None Through the examination and application of leadership theory and leadership methodology, the student will learn the skills Credits: 2.5 necessary to be successful in leadership roles. Topics Length: 1 Semester explored include: goal-setting; project planning; time- Grade(s): 10-12 management; communication skills; problem-solving; group interaction; and leadership styles. Through the use of hands- on learning activities, students will develop an awareness and appreciation for the role and responsibilities of effective leadership within their lives, community and society.

TECHNOLOGY

Full Year Courses VHS Courses

Computer Aided Drafting I (CAD) AP Computer Science Computer Aided Drafting II (CAD) CAD Exploring Computer Science Computational Science and Programming for the Web Engineering Using Java Honors

Game Maker Computer Animation with Scratch Imaging Technology I Computer Science Honors

Technology Application and Design I Creating Effective PowerPoint Technology Application and Design II Presentations Programming in Visual Basic Video Game Design Using Game Maker Web Design - Advanced Web Design - Basics

TECHNOLOGY

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Computer Aided None This course will begin with CAD I which will introduce Drafting I (CAD) methods of drawing using Computer-Aided Drafting software. Students will use the latest AutoCAD software to sketch, Credits: 5 draw, dimension, and apply notes on drawings according to Length: 1 Year Industry standards. The student will learn to create Grade(s): 9-12 orthographic drawings (a drawing with three views – top, front, and side views), isometric drawings (a three- dimensional view of an object), and block drawing views, apply required dimensions, annotations, and notes. Students will also be introduced to architectural drafting that will include small house construction creating walls, foundations, windows, doors, etc. Each student will design an individual home and draft a complete set of drawings, floor plans, heating, plumbing, electrical, interior, exterior, etc.

There will be a research component included within the course requirements.

Computer-Aided Computer Aided Drafting I CAD II students use the latest AutoCAD software. Students Drafting II (CAD) will learn advanced dimensioning features, design three- dimensional parts and assemblies, create 3D models and apply Credits: 5 creative rendering features and effects. Other topics covered Length: 1 Year in this course include: the use of layouts for producing full- Grade(s): 10-12 scale drawing outputs; drawing section views and graphic patterns; creating and managing block symbols; assigning text attributes to blocks; using external references; multi-view projection techniques; industry standard dimensioning practices; plus an introduction to script files and slide shows.

There will be a research component included within the course requirements.

Computer Science Prior programming Computer science is a cycle of analyzing problems, choosing experience the correct tools, applying those tools, looking at the results, Credits: 5 and then analyzing the problem again. The goal of Exploring Length: 1 Year Computer Science is to develop in students the computational Grade(s): 11-12 practices of algorithm development, problem solving, and Technology Elective programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today’s students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers, and societal and ethical issues.

Programming for the None Programming for the web is a cycle of analyzing problems, Web choosing the correct tools, applying those tools, looking at the results, and then analyzing the problem again. The goal of Credits: 5 Programming for the Web is to develop in students the Length: 1 Year computational practices of algorithm development, problem Grade(s): 9-12 solving, and programming within the context of developing Technology Elective websites and web applications. Students will also be introduced to topics such as computer networks, hardware and software communication, and privacy and security.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Game Maker None This course will teach students how to work with the game developing software package, Game Maker. It will show how Credits: 5.0 to create all kinds of games, complete with graphics, sound Length: 1 Year effects, and music. It will provide a step-by-step instruction Grade(s): 9-12 and demonstrate how to develop a number of different Technology Elective computer games. Game Maker allows for the creation of computer games without the necessity to understand computer programming; students are able to focus on the design of the actual computer game.

Imaging Technology None This is a beginning course that introduces the student to basic photography and digital design through computer Credits: 5.0 applications. Students will use digital cameras, scanners, Length: 1 Year imaging software, printers, and computers to explore the Grade(s): 9-12 potential of new imaging technology and solve visual problems. They will also learn video basics as well as participate in pre-production, production, and post-production stages of video creation, distribution, and evaluation of the product. Hands-on projects include taking photos, digital painting, digital photography, image capture, image manipulation, editing, and graphic design problems. Each student will develop a portfolio as well as an appreciation of contemporary media as a verbal and visual means of communication in today’s society.

Technical None This course allows students to proceed through hands-on Application & Design learning that will include design and problem solving I activities. Students will explore a variety of key concepts and skills; concepts will be introduced, reinforced and Credits: 5.0 demonstrated through the various hands-on activities to Length: 1 Year encourage students to apply what they have learned. This Grade(s): 9-12 course is designed to offer each individual a holistic experience with technology while integrating other curriculum such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies.

There will be a research component included within the course requirements.

Topics will include: Communication Technology (transmitters, receivers); Transportation Technology (Carbon Dioxide race cars, model rockets and planes); Construction Technology (structure designs, geodesic domes, bridges) Manufacturing Technology (tools and machines).

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Technical Technical Application & This course is a more in depth version of Technical Application & Design Design I Application and Design I, it allows students to proceed II through hands-on learning that will include design and problem solving activities. Students will explore a variety of Credits: 5.0 key concepts and skills; concepts will be introduced, Length: 1 Year reinforced and demonstrated through the various hands-on Grade(s): 10-12 activities to encourage students to apply what they have learned. This course is designed to offer each individual a holistic experience with technology while integrating other curriculum such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies.

There will be a research component included within the course requirements.

Topics will include: Medical; Bio-Related Technology (science and agriculture); and Energy and Power.

WORLD LANGUAGES SUGGESTED COURSE SELECTION PATHS

World Languages

Spanish I Russian I French I

Spanish II Russian II French II

Spanish Russian French III III III

Spanish French IV IV

VHS Courses

AP French Language and Culture

AP Spanish Language and Culture French Language and Culture German Language and Culture Italian Language and Culture Latin 1

Latin 2 Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture Portuguese 1 Russian Language and Culture Spanish 1

Spanish 2 th Spanish Culture and 20 Century Hispanic Literature

WORLD LANGUAGES

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Spanish I None This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. In this course, students will have Length: 1 Year cooperative learning opportunities to build upon their Grade(s): 9-12 knowledge of the rich Spanish culture and language.

Spanish I gives students the skills needed for effective communication in the target language. Students will be able to interrelate with several other disciplines and will use a wide variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials, online newspapers and magazines, movies and videos. Technology integration in this course is essential. Students will learn not only academic skills, but also basic real-life survival and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will have the necessary basic Spanish language skills to communicate effectively.

Spanish II Spanish I This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. In this course, students will Length: 1 Year continue engaging in cooperative learning opportunities to Grade(s): 10-12 build upon their knowledge acquired in Spanish I.

Spanish II is designed to develop more effective skills of communication in the target language, as they build up their vocabulary and grammar structures are expanded.

While learning the Spanish language, students will make connections with other content areas. Students will continue to integrate technology as a learning tool and use a variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials, trusted electronic resources, magazines, newspapers, movies and videos. They will learn not only academic skills but also apply the Spanish language in real-life situations and acquire employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate effectively in Spanish.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Spanish III Spanish II This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. Spanish III is an advanced course Length: 1 Year where students continue engaging in cooperative learning Grade(s): 11-12 opportunities to build upon their knowledge acquired in Spanish II.

Spanish III is designed to develop advanced skills of communication in the target language. Students engage in meaningful conversations to understand and interpret spoken and written Spanish, and to present information, concept, and ideas in the target language. While learning the Spanish language, students will make connections with other content areas. They will continue using a wide variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials such as electronic information resources, movies and videos. Technology integration in this course is essential. Students will learn not only academic skills but also real-life survival and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic Spanish.

Spanish IV Spanish III This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. Spanish IV is an advanced course, Length: 1 Year students continue engage in cooperative learning opportunities Grade: 12 to build upon their knowledge acquired in Spanish III.

In this course students engage in meaningful conversations to understand and interpret spoken and written Spanish, and to present information, concept, and ideas in the target language. While learning the Spanish language, students will make connections with other content areas. Through the study of the Spanish language and culture, students will be able to discuss current trends and participate in solving global issues, problems, and challenges such as wellness practices, immigration, and career awareness in the target language. Technology integration in this course is essential. They will be able to use online newspaper, blogs, wikis, and podcasts. Students will learn not only academic skills but also real-life survival, travel, and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic Spanish.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

French I None This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. In this course, students will have Length: 1 Year cooperative learning opportunities to build upon their Grade(s): 9-12 knowledge of the rich French culture and language.

French I provides students with the basic skills needed for effective communication in the target language. Students able will use a wide variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials, online newspapers and magazines, movies and videos to enhance their understanding. Technology integration in this course is essential. Students will learn not only academic skills, but also real-life survival and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic French.

French II French I This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. In this course, students will Length: 1 Year continue engaging in cooperative learning opportunities to Grade(s):10-12 build upon their knowledge acquired in French I.

French II is designed to develop more effective skills of communication in the target language. While learning the French language, students will make connections with other content areas. Students will continue using a wide variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials such as electronic information resources, movies and videos. Technology integration in this course is essential. Students will learn not only academic skills, but also real-life survival and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic French.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

French III French II This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. French III is an advanced course Length: 1 Year where students continue engaging in cooperative learning Grade(s): 11-12 opportunities to build upon their knowledge of the rich French II.

French III is designed to develop advanced skills of communication in the target language. Students engage in meaningful conversations to understand and interpret spoken and written French, and to present information, concept, and ideas. While learning the French language, students will make connections with other content areas. Students will continue using a wide variety of resources, including culturally authentic materials such as electronic information resources, movies and videos. Technology integration in this course is essential. They will learn not only academic skills, but also real-life survival and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic French.

French IV French III This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages to prepare students for the 21st century Credits: 5 learning skills. French IV is an advanced course, students Length: 1 Year engage in cooperative learning opportunities to build upon Grade: 12 their knowledge acquired in French III.

In this course students engage in meaningful conversations to understand and interpret spoken and written French, and to present information, concept, and ideas. While learning the French language, students will make connections with other content areas. Through the study of the French language and culture, students will be able to discuss current trends and participate in solving global issues, problems, and challenges such as wellness practices, immigration, and career awareness. Technology integration in this course is essential. Students will be able to use online newspaper, blogs, wikis, and podcasts. They will learn not only academic skills, but also real-life survival, travel, and employment skills so that when they leave the classroom, they will be able to communicate confidently using authentic French.

COURSE PREREQUISITE BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE

Russian I None This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. A first level Russian language Length: 1 Year course, based on the aural-oral approach is designed to give Grade(s): 9-12 students the basic skills needed for effective communication in the language. The course deepens student’s understanding of the people and their culture.

Russian II Russian I This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. A second level language course, Length: 1 Year also aural-oral oriented, designed to develop more effective Grade(s): 10-12 skills of communication with more emphasis on reading and writing. This level continues to develop a deeper understanding of the people and their culture.

Russian III Russian I and II This course is aligned to the NJ Student Learning Standards for World Languages and designed to prepare students for the Credits: 5 21st century learning skills. A third level language course, Length: 1 Year also aural-oral oriented, designed to develop more effective Grade(s): 11-12 skills of communication with more emphasis on reading and writing. This level continues to develop a deeper understanding of the people and their culture.

Appendix

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE ADD/DROP

Current Schedule Requested Change to Schedule Period 1 Period 1 Period 2 Period 2 Period 3 Period 3 Period 4 Period 4 Period 5 Period 5 Period 6 Period 6 Period 7 Period 7 Period 8 Period 8

Alternate course selections: These courses will be utilized if requested choices cannot be scheduled:

1. (Name of Course) ______

2. (Name of Course) ______

 Students are allowed to drop a maximum of one course per year during the drop/add period.  All schedule changes must be requested within the first ten (10) days.  After the first ten (10) days of school, course changes may be requested in writing by parents. Course changes will be made at the discretion of the building principal.  Schedule changes will be determined by the individual course needs of student and the availability of elective course selections.

Parent/Guardian Signature: ______Date: ______

Student’s Name: ______Date: ______

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION FORM Please use next page for VHS Courses Name:______Current Grade:______

Counselor:______Date:______

Course Selection Credits Teacher Initials 1.

Alternate course selections: These courses will be used if first choices cannot be scheduled. (5 credits) ______(2.5 credit) ______

Parent/Guardian Signature:______Date:______

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL VHS COURSE SELECTION FORM

Student’s Name:______Current Grade:______

Counselor:______Date:______

VHS Course Selection 1st & 2nd MP Credits

Alternate VHS Course Selection 1st & 2nd MP

______Parent or Guardian Signature Date

Please print and return with Course Selection Sheet

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST (Class of 2018, 2019, & 2020)

Student Name Class of:

Direction: Write the number of credits received on the line. Where not listed, write the name of the course below the line.

English (20 credits) 9th 10th 11th 12th

US History (10 credits) US I US II

World History (5 credits) WH

Science (18 Credits) Biology

Math (15 credits) took Algebra 1 took Geometry

Physical Ed/Health / / / / (4-5 credits per year) PE 9 H PE 10 H PE 11 H PE 12 H

Visual & Performing Arts (5 credits)

World Languages (5 credits)

21st Century Life & Career (5 credits)

Financial Literacy (2.5 credits)

State Assessment Requirement (must meet at least one competency listed below)

Passing Met Passing Met MATH Competency Score ( ≥ ) (Y) English Competency Score ( ≥ ) (Y) PARCC Algebra I 750 PARCC ELA Grade 09 750 PARCC Geometry 725 PARCC ELA Grade 10 750 PARCC Algebra II 725 PARCC ELA Grade 11 725 PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Math PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Reading 22 22 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Math PSAT10 or PSAT-NMSQT–Reading 40 40 (taken 10/1/15 or later) (taken 10/1/15 or later) SAT Math Test (taken 10/1/15 or later) 22 SAT Reading Test (taken 10/1/15 or later) 22 SAT Math Section (taken 10/1/15 or later) 440 SAT EBRW Section (taken 10/1/15 or later) 450 SAT Math (taken 10/1/15 or later) 400 SAT Critical Reading (taken 10/1/15 or later) 400 Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

GRADE CREDITS ACADEMIC UNITS 9  The state now requires 120 credits (MHS requires 125 credits for Class of 10 2019) 11  Many 4 year colleges require a minimum of 16 Academic (Carnegie) Units 12 with progression or consistency TOTAL

MANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST (Class of 2021)

Student Name Class of:

Direction: Write the number of credits received on the line. Where not listed, write the name of the course below the line.

English (20 credits) 9th 10th 11th 12th

US History (10 credits) US I US II

World History (5 credits) WH

Science (18 Credits) Biology

Math (15 credits) took Algebra 1 took Geometry

Physical Ed/Health / / / / (4-5 credits per year) PE 9 H PE 10 H PE 11 H PE 12 H

Visual & Performing Arts (5 credits)

World Languages (5 credits)

21st Century Life & Career (5 credits)

Financial Literacy (2.5 credits)

State Assessment Requirement (must meet at least one competency listed below)

Taken Met Taken Met MATH Competency (Y) (Y) English Competency (Y) (Y) PARCC Algebra I (≥750) PARCC ELA Grade 09 PARCC Geometry PARCC ELA Grade 10 (≥750) PARCC Algebra II PARCC ELA Grade 11 Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal Meet the Criteria of the NJDOE Portfolio Appeal

GRADE CREDITS ACADEMIC UNITS 9 10  The state now requires 120 credits 11  Many 4 year colleges require a minimum of 16 Academic (Carnegie) Units 12 with progression or consistency TOTAL

Teacher Recommendation Form

Student Name:

Current Class:

Current Class Level: Academic Accelerated Honors Advanced Placement (AP)

Current Grade Average:

Most Recent Lexile Score:

Below Above Excellent Average Average Average (top 10%) Intellectual promise Quality of writing / ECR Creative, original thought Productive class discussion Respect accorded by faculty Respect accorded by students Disciplined work habit Maturity Motivation Leadership Integrity Reaction to setback Concern for others Self-confidence Overall (please add # of checks by column)  Please print teacher’s name and initial under yes or no based on your knowledge of student.

YES NO

Teacher’s Name: + 3pts

Total Points:

Manville High School Senior Practicum Training Plan for Career Internship NJ.A.C. 12:56-18, School-to-Work Program and NJ.A.C. 6A:8-3.2, Career Awareness and Exploration

th Definition of a 12 Grade Option "Career Internship"

Career Internships are unpaid structured learning experiences designed specifically for the Department of Education's 12th Grade Option initiative. Qualifying high school seniors may elect to participate in a 12th Grade Education Career Internship (Career Internship). School districts may include Career Internships as part of their overall career orientation plan. Career Internships are structured, supervised activities that may take place in a school district, at an employer or agency, at a community-or faith-based organization, or in the community. Career Internships are designed to give student participants structured, supervised activities that will assist them to accomplish the following:

 Clarify career goals;  Explore career possibilities;  Develop employability skills; and  Make the transition between school and employment or further education and training.

The New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance also recognizes the value of career orientation education for students, which includes Career Internships. NOTE: The Department of Labor prohibits the placement of career interns into hazardous occupations or hazardous work environments, and prohibits career interns from using any hazardous/prohibited equipment, tools, or materials.

Department of Labor Wages and Hour regulations define Career Awareness and Exploration (NJ.A.C. 12:56-18.1, School-to-work program) as meaning a structured school program that enables student learners to do the following:

 Develop awareness of the many employment opportunities available;  Develop awareness of the relevant factors to be considered in making career decisions;  Become familiar with occupational clusters and classifications;  Explore key occupational areas and assess their own interests and abilities; and  Develop tentative occupational plans and arrive at a tentative career choice.

Important URLS Department of Education/Twelfth Grade Options: http://www.n).gov/nided/aps/heqi/option,htm

Department of Education/Structured Learning Experiences: http://www.ni.gov/njded/vOC/sle Department of Labor/Child Labor Laws: http://www.State.ni.US/labor/lsse/lschild.html

New Jersey Business and Industry Association Career Internship Handbook: http://www.nibia.org/pdf/finalcareerinternship.pdf

Manville High School Senior Practicum Training Plan for Career Internship Form A-5 N.J.A.C. 12:56-18, School-to-Work Program and NJ.A.C. 6A:8-3.2, Career Awareness and Exploration Student Name: Career Internship Title:

District: Start Date:

Employer: End Date: Summary description for Internship: (Identify any tools, equipment and materials that the student may handle as part of the career internship experience.)

Goal Summary:

AGREEMENT

We understand that this unpaid Career Internship is not employment and that the student is not entitled to wages or a promise of employment at the completion of the Career Internship, as per the N.J. Department of Labor Child Labor Laws, N.J.A.C. 12:56-18.2, School-to-work program.

We have reviewed and are in agreement with the description, goal(s), learning activities, final project, and assignment of credit if applicable, of this Career Internship. If the learning activities are accomplished prior to the proposed end date, we agree either to develop a new training plan indicating new learning activities or to conclude the unpaid Career Internship. We understand that if the Career Intern remains on the career internship site after the completion of the learning activities, then the Career Intern will be considered an employee under the New Jersey Child Labor Laws and will be entitled to compensation from that point forward.

We agree to complete all required paperwork and maintain all required documentation for this unpaid Career Internship. The district's Teacher/Coordinator and the employer's Career Internship Mentor agree to conduct regular monitoring of this Career Internship in accordance with the 12th Grade Option Unpaid Career Internship Agreement. The Career Intern agrees to uphold his or her responsibilities in compliance with the 12 Grade Option Unpaid Career Internship Agreement.

Signature of Teacher/Coordinator:. ______

Print Name:______Date: ______

Signature of Work Site Mentor:______Date: ______

Print Name:______Date: ______

Signature of Career Intern:______Date: ______

Print Name:______Date: ______

Signature of Parent/Guardian:______Date: ______

POLICIES

Please review the following Board of Education Policies. They can be found on the Manville School District Website www.manvilleschools.org.

 2624 Grading Policy  5200 Attendance  5240 Tardiness  5250 Excusal from Class or Program  5410 Promotion and Retention  5420 Reporting Pupil Progress  5430 Class Rank  5460 High School Graduation  5465 Early Graduation