2019-2020 High School Program of Studies Table of Contents
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Stafford County Public Schools Inspire | Empower | Excel Brooke Point Colonial Forge Mountain View 2019-2020 North Stafford High School Program of Studies Stafford Stafford County Public Schools continuously conducts program evaluations which could result in the alteration or discontinuation of some programs. Courses may be cancelled as a result of low enrollment, staffing and/or budget limitations. INTRODUCTION VISION Stafford County Public Schools is a dynamic, goal-oriented learning community committed to preparing our students for success in further education, work, and citizenship. MISSION Inspire and empower all learners to thrive. WHAT WE VALUE Learners: We believe in the power of teaching and learning to develop and advance individuals and communities. Community: We work together in a safe, nurturing environment where everyone is valued and supported. Excellence: We cultivate and challenge each individual to excel through a wide range of experiences. Respect: We recognize and value diversity of culture and thought, treating ourselves and others with honor and dignity. Integrity: We are honest, open, and principled. C5W Communication All Century Learners express and exchange our thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written, and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of contexts. We engage in discussion and debate, ask thoughtful, respectful questions, and listen actively to others. Collaboration All Century Learners engage positively with others to achieve common goals. We actively participate in this process through deliberation, encouragement, flexibility, reflection, responding to constructive criticism, and honoring the strengths in others and in ourselves. Critical Thinking All Century Learners engage in inquiry, experimentation, and problem solving. We research and use credible sources and methods to evaluate, justify our thinking, and develop solutions for real world challenges. Creativity All Century Learners develop and use inventive and imaginative processes to construct innovative ideas and original work. We consider issues from a variety of perspectives and look for solutions that demonstrate improvement, new understandings, and divergent thinking. Citizenship All Century Learners strive to make a positive impact in our community and the world through acts of service and by demonstrating compassion, empathy, respect, and integrity. We celebrate diversity, honor our environment, and participate in our democracy. Wellness All Century Learners seek balance in a safe environment by attending to physical, emotional, and intellectual needs. We strive to be resilient and self-aware, and to make healthy, conscious choices in the best interest of ourselves and others. NOTICE The Stafford County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, or disability. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stafford County Public Schools, including all educational programs, admission to such programs, activities, and employment. Inquiries regarding non- discrimination should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator/Executive Director of Human Resources, Stafford County Public Schools, 31 Stafford Avenue, Stafford, VA 22554. Phone: (540) 658-6560 Fax: (540) 658-5970. Reasonable accommodation upon request. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Scott R. Kizner, Ph.D. Superintendent DEPARTMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES Pamela M. Kahle Associate Superintendent of Instructional Services Thomas M. Nichols Chief Secondary Officer Carrie B. Neeley Chief Elementary Officer Jan S. Streich, Ph.D. Executive Director of Learning & Organizational Development Wendy D. Martin-Johnson Executive Director of Student Services Elaina N. Parrish, Ed.D. Supervisor of Assessment, Accountability and Program Evaluation HIGH SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL COUNSELING CONTACT TELEPHONE Brooke Point High School Tammy Houk Marialena Bridges, Ed.D. 540-658-6080 Colonial Forge High School Gregory Daniel Rebecca Shay 540-658-6115 Mountain View High School James Stemple, Jr., Ed.D. Sarah Hodges 540-658-6840 North Stafford High School Daniel Hornick Carol Mayer 540-658-6150 Stafford High School Joseph Lewis Tamara LaPonte 540-371-7200 Alternative Education Rita Cavataio Kara Stansbury 540-286-8985 LEARNING AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Executive Director, Learning and Organizational Jan Streich, Ph.D. 540-658-6683 Development Instructional and Professional Learning Karen Duffy, Ed.D. 540-658-6696 Design Lead CTE and Workforce Preparedness Lead Dinah Robinson 540-658-6697 CTE Facilitator Lisa White-Murrill 540-658-6672 CTE/STEM Support Sherry Denny 540-658-6695 CTE/STEM Support Tracey Chestnut 540-658-6679 ESOL Facilitator Heather Atkinson 540-658-6686 World Language and Culture Facilitator Liesl Yeskey 540-658-6753 K-12 Gifted Education & Secondary Programs Stephenie Fellinger, Ed.D. 540-658-6689 Facilitator Fine and Performing Arts Facilitator Annamarie Bollino 540-658-6684 Secondary English Facilitator Monica Foreman 540-658-6690 Secondary Mathematics Facilitator Kathleen Stoebe 540-658-6701 Science Facilitator Michael Pratte 540-658-6692 History and Social Sciences Facilitator Eric Powell 540-658-6670 Health, Physical Education, Athletics and Wellness Michael Justice 540-658-6694 Facilitator ASSESSMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY Assessment and Accountability Supervisor Elaina Parrish, Ed.D. 540-658-6677 Assessment and Accountability Specialist Marcus Zinger 540-658-6662 Accountability Specialist Rebecca Towery, Ed.D. 540-658-6723 Federal Grant and Accountability Specialist Roxana McCarthy 540-658-6660 STUDENT SERVICES Executive Director, Student Services Wendy Martin-Johnson 540-658-6504 Student Services Supervisor-Counseling Melanie Daniel 540-658-6507 Student Services Supervisor-High School Annie Villanueva 540-658-6530 Student Services Supervisor-Middle School Meaghan Lawson 540-658-6503 STAFFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2019-2020 HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 1 To the Student............................................................................................................................................................................ 1 To the Parent/Guardian.............................................................................................................................................................. 1 Registration Information........................................................................................................................................................................ 1 Course Changes........................................................................................................................................................................ 1 Cancelled Courses..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Graduation Requirements..................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Sequential Electives Requirement............................................................................................................................................. 3 Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing......................................................................................................................................... 3 Graduation Requirement Tables (Diplomas).............................................................................................................................. 4 Awards for Exemplary Performance.......................................................................................................................................... 8 Prior Coursework................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Courses/Credit Earned Prior to 9th Grade................................................................................................................................. 9 Deleting Courses Taken Prior to 9th Grade from the Academic Transcript................................................................................ 9 Transcribing Grades for Transfer Students................................................................................................................................ 9 Grading Practices................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Grading Scale and Grade Point Average................................................................................................................................... 10 Weighted Grades....................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Definition of Successful Completion of Course.......................................................................................................................... 1 Auditing Courses.......................................................................................................................................................................