Ridley High School

2012-2013 Ridley High School Course Selection Guide“To dream anything that you want to dream. That’s the beauty of the human mind. To do anything that you want to do. That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits. That is the courage to succeed.” ~ Bernard EdmondsLuisgalarza.blogspot.com.18 Nov. 2011. <http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nQsCMsIXSjQ/TU87RgbhO2I/AAAAAAAAAeQ/n8Jx8QaOgnA/s1600/success_baby-kid.jpg> i 2012-2013 Ridley High School Course Selection Guide Table of ContentsPrincipal’s Letter……………………………………………………….. iiGraduation Requirements………………………………………..…... iiiClass Rank/GPA Calculations……………………………………….. iiiGuidance, Roster Change & Summer Intervention……………….. ivAcademic Levels………………………………………………………… vSupport Programs………………………………………………………. viBusiness Technology…………………………………………………… 7Family & Consumer Science………………………………………….. 8Industrial Technology…………………………………………………. 10Technology Education…………………………………………………. 10Visual Arts………………………………………………………………. 11Delco Technical School and Work Options………………………… 13English…………………………………………………………………… 15Foreign Language……………………………………………………… 19Health & Phys Ed………………………………………………………. 22Math……………………………………………………………………… 23Music…………………………………………………………………….. 27Science…………………………………………………………………… 30Social Studies…………………………………………………………… 34Special Programs……………………………………………………….. 38Senior Options………………………………………………………….. 41 ii Ridley High School 901 Morton Avenue Folsom, Pennsylvania 19033 (610) 534-1900 #1207 610-237-9641 Fax [email protected] Mr. William E. Mills PrincipalDear Student: Course selection is one of the most important interactions you will have with your counselor. Careful planning now means few or no frustrations in September. New ideas and careful sequencing can open up exciting future opportunities. Parent conferences are also very helpful and welcomed by counselors. Call 610- 237-8034, 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for appointments. The High School Guidance Counselors are Mrs. Kelli DiDonato (Department Chairperson) ext. 1213, Mr. D.J. Frimmer ext. 1217, Mrs. Linda Golden-Rigby ext. 1218, Mrs. Shari Krause ext. 1215, Mr. Jeff Lubas ext. 1214, Ms. Allison Maginnis ext. 1216, and Mrs. Angel Wagner ext. 1219. Choosing the right courses is one of the most significant things you do each year. Not only does the careful selection of courses determine whether you will earn the correct number of credits for graduation, it also affects how you feel about the courses you are taking. Courses should be selected with these questions in mind: 1. Will this course allow me to meet graduation requirements? 2. Will this course help me to meet college entrance requirements? 3. Will this course help me develop a skill to become employable after high school? 4. Will this course introduce me to a new experience, a subject I know nothing about? 5. Is this course appropriate for my ability? Will it be a challenge? 6. Do I have the prerequisite(s) for this course?Finally, make sure that you take the time to discuss with your parents or guardians the path you are interested in following. Soliciting information from people who have already had to make these decisions can be the best use of your time. Please give this important matter your immediate attention.Sincerely,William E. MillsWilliam E. Mills iii CLASSES OF 2013-2016GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE DESIGNATED CREDIT ACCUMULATION CITED BELOW WILL SIGNIFY THAT STUDENTS HAVE: • attained proficiency in the outcomes (important knowledge and skills) required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in the areas of Communications, Mathematics, Science and Technology. Environment and Ecology, Citizenship, Arts and Humanities, Career and Work, Wellness and Fitness, and Family and Consumer Sciences. • demonstrated at an acceptable level in conjunction with classroom projects: a) oral communication skills b) written communication skills c) information processing/research skills d) technology skills ADDITIONAL TOTAL ENGLISH SOCIAL STUDIES MATH SCIENCE ARTS/HUMANITIES HEALTH PE STUDIES 28 4 3-4 3 3 2 1 1 11 *Credits and requirements subject to change in conjunction with Pennsylvania Keystone Exam requirements.PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS Students must pass their required English course each year in order to be promoted to the next grade, regardless of credits earned. Failure in English must be remediated through tutoring or in summer school if a student wishes to graduate with his or her class. Credits needed for promotion: To 10th grade – 6 credits To 11th grade – 14 credits To 12th grade – 20 creditsCLASS RANK/GRADE POINT AVERAGE Courses used to determine a student's class rank and grade point average will be offered at four (4) levels of academic difficulty as indicated below. The system is designed to rank students in relationship to the difficulty of courses taken and the level of achievement attained.LEVELS OF ACADEMIC DIFFICULTY QUALITY POINTS AP LEVEL EM. ACAD HONORS CP CCP 8 A 7.5 A 7 B A 6.5 B 6 C B A 5.5 C 5 C B A 4 C B 3 C 2 1 D D D D D 0 F F F F FAP; Emerald Academy; Honors; College Prep; Career/College Prep iv GUIDANCE DEPARTMENTRidley High School’s Guidance Department includes two resource centers: one which is devoted primarily to the exploration of careers and the other primarily to the exploration of post high school educational opportunities. Seven professional counselors, a career/work study director, and three secretaries are employed full time in the guidance center. Each student is assigned to a counselor on the basis of the first letter of his/her last name and remains with the same counselor from 9th through 12th grade. The exception being, Emerald Academy students who will have a different counselor for their 11th and 12th grade years and students in The 9th Grade Academy who will have a different counselor beginning in 10th grade.Counseling staff is: Mrs. Kelli DiDonato (Department Chairperson) Mr. D.J. Frimmer Mrs. Linda Golden-Rigby Mrs. Shari Krause Mr. Jeff Lubas Ms. Allison Maginnis Mrs. Angel WagnerROSTER CHANGE POLICY Staff needs, instructional materials, and the number of sections for each course for a given school year are determined by the rosters that students select during the spring of the preceding year. Students should read the enclosed materials carefully and consult with parents, teachers, and their counselor before finalizing their rosters. After the initial period of course selection, no changes in students’ rosters will be considered until April 1st, at which time course vacancies will be available in the guidance office. Change requests will then be made on the basis of the openings which are available in particular courses. After July 15th, NO CHANGES in students’ rosters will be granted except in the case of clerical errors or academic misplacements as determined by the teacher and administration. SUMMER INTERVENTION Ridley has a summer school program for its own students who have failed courses during the school year. The goal of these classes is to allow students to preview material they will encounter in the next course, allowing opportunities for greater success. Courses will be offered based on enrollment and availability of staff. Full-credit courses are also available in some local high schools for any student wishing to make up a failure in a course not offered at Ridley. Further information regarding summer programs can be obtained by contacting the high school guidance office. v ACADEMIC LEVELS OF INSTRUCTION Many of the courses available to students at Ridley are leveled in accordance with their degree of difficulty. Honors courses are those of greatest difficulty while Career/College Prep and unleveled courses are those of the least amount of difficulty. In computing class rank, courses are weighted differently based on the four levels of difficulty, with Advanced Placement courses receiving the highest weight value and Career/College Prep courses the lowest weight value, while the General Academic and unleveled courses receive no weight at all.Students are placed in an appropriate level of instruction for each of their courses on the basis of their ability, teachers' recommendations, and standardized test results. While students may indicate a preference for level placement, the final decision regarding placement will be made by the school.AP LEVEL Students in Advanced Placement (AP) courses are expected to do creative and independent work, show initiative and manifest leadership qualities in group activities, and participate meaningfully in classroom activities. Students will be expected to do high quality research utilizing varied resources in the school and community. These courses will challenge a student beyond that of a traditional Honors level class. The College Board, with the goal that each student taking the course will be able to earn college credit by taking the AP test, approves the curriculum. The course itself is designed, instructed, and executed like a freshman level college course. A vast amount of outside work involving reading and writing will be assigned on both a daily and long-range basis.Students placed in AP courses should have superior ability and motivation for academic growth and development. Students should also have superior reading, writing, and speaking skills. Additionally, students should have a strong sense of commitment to achieving beyond their current academic level. Several housr of homework will be assigned nightly for each AP course being taken.HONORS Students in Honors courses are expected to do creative and independent work, show initiative, and manifest leadership qualities in group activities, and participate meaningfully in classroom activities. Considerable outside work involving reading and writing will be assigned on both a daily and long range basis. Students will be expected to do high quality research utilizing varied resources in the school and community.Students placed in Honors courses should have superior ability and high motivation for academic growth and development. Students should also have superior reading, writing, and speaking skills.COLLEGE PREP Students in College Prep courses are expected to do creative and independent work near to that required of students in Honors courses. Outside work will also be assigned on both a daily and long range basis. Research requiring the use of varied resources in the community and school will be assigned.Students placed in College Prep courses should have above average ability and high motivation for academic growth and development. Students should also have above average reading, writing, and speaking skills.CAREER/COLLEGE PREP Students in Career/College Prep courses are expected to participate fully in classroom activities since much of the work will be conducted in that setting. Regular attendance is essential to maintain satisfactory progress. Some outside work of both a daily and long range basis will be assigned, the amount varying by department. Instruction will include some emphasis on improving the basic skills of reading, writing, computing and speaking.Students placed in Career/Collge Prep courses should have at least average ability and motivation. vi SUPPORT PROGRAMSACADEMICALLY TALENTED PROGRAM (ATP) The Academically Talented Program has been designed to stimulate and challenge mentally gifted students as they pursue rigorous work through honors or Advanced Placement courses. Students must maintain a weighted “B” average. LEARNING SUPPORT (Itinerant) The Learning Support Program (Itinerant) is staffed by 15 full-time teachers, 4 learning assistants, and 9 one- on-ones and one non-instructional aide. Students in this program receive instructional support in their regularly scheduled content area classes. A limited number of students may also receive instruction in selected courses in the Learning Center. To be eligible, students must be performing below expected grade level and have an Individual Education Plan (IEP). Parents and/or students desiring further information on this program should consult the appropriate counselor in the guidance office.PART TIME LEARNING SUPPORT This program consists of one self-contained classroom with one to two full-time teachers and a teacher’s assistant. The staff provides group and individual instruction to all eligible students in all academic areas for which credit toward graduation is earned. There is an emphasis on language arts, mathematics, social and prevocational skills. A major part of the program revolves around preparing students for the world of work. To be placed in this class each student must have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) as a result of psychological and educational assessments. Parents desiring further information on this program should consult the appropriate counselor in the guidance office.LIFE SKILLS (Full-time) This program is staffed by one full time special education teacher and a teacher’s assistant. It consists of one self-contained classroom. To be placed in this program a student must be diagnosed with severe learning problems and have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). While academic skills are addressed, they are not the main focus of the life skills class. We spend the majority of the day learning communication skills, problem solving methods, interpersonal skills, and personal daily living skills.EMOTIONAL SUPPORT (Part-time) This program is staffed by one teacher and two aides. Students receive content instruction within this program and may on occasion be placed in a regular education course. To be eligible, students must have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Parents and/or students desiring further information on this program should consult the appropriate counselor in the guidance office.EMOTIONAL SUPPORT (Itinerant) This program is staffed by one teacher and one aide. Students generally receive two periods of instrutction wthin this program and are enrolled in regular education classes the other two blocks. To be eligible, students must have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Parents and/or students desiring further information on this program should consult the appropriate counselor in the guidance office.PROGRAMS FOR JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS Advanced Placement (AP) Coooperative-Diversified (Work Study) Delaware County Career and Technical Education (CATE – formerly Vo-Tech) Dual Enrollment – Current agreements with Delaware County Community College and Widener University vii 8 APPLIED CAREER TECHNOLOGYBUSINESS TECHNOLOGY 600 ACCOUNTING 1 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Accounting is the language of business. Owners, managers and accounting workers must understand and use this basic language. This first year course offers insight into the business world from a financial perspective. Students will learn how to set up a financial system for a sole proprietorship. Real world assignments using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Pro will be part of the course content.601 ACCOUNTING 2 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This second year on the concepts discussed in Accounting I. The primary focus in Accounting II is to introduce financial systems related to partnerships and corporations. This course is designed for students who intend to enter a career in either business or accounting. Students will use generally accepted accounting principles to prepare, interpret and analyze financial statements. A strong emphasis will be placed on automatic accounting using simulations as well as Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Pro. Prerequisite: Accounting 1 and teacher recommendation610 MARKETING AND ADVERTISING 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course is ideal for those planning a career in the business world and also for all students as consumers of the future. Marketing is the process of developing, promoting, and distributing products in order to satisfy customers’ needs and wants. Advertising acts as a bridge between business and potential customers as it informs people about goods, services, and ideas through mass media. Students will plan, create, and critique various projects through every phase of the course in order to understand the functions of marketing and strategies of effective advertising.611 BUSINESS AND MARKETING OF SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 The Business and Marketing of Sports and Entertainment focuses on the marketing process for goods, services, and ideas involving sports and entertainment. The course will focus on sponsorships, branding, promotions, public relations, licensing, and sports consumer research and behavior. Critical reading and daily journaling will be important components of this course. 614 FASHION MARKETING AND MERCHANDISING 1 Credit Grades 10,11,12 Fashion is more than just clothing designers and models! The fashion industry employs skilled professionals who are not only creative, but also have an understanding of business. The Fashion Marketing and Merchandising course is an introductory course that teaches the concepts of entry-level business and fashion fundamentals. Topics covered will include basic fashion and business concepts and terminology, fashion cycles, retail merchandise categories, retail business fundamentals, and fashion promotion. 615 FINANCIAL FITNESS - YOU AND YOUR FUTURE 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students start making decisions about their economic futures in this course. Topics such as managing finances, saving and investing, banking and credit are addressed. The evaluation of risk is also included. Legal issues dealing with personal finance will be addressed.620 BUSINESS OF BROADCASTING 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course introduces students to all phases of video production with an emphasis on the hands-on approach in the TV studio. Students will produce the daily morning announcements broadcast and will collaborate on group projects including feature stories and news magazine shows. Students who register for this class should be willing to appear on screen or to work behind the scenes using the cameras and audio equipment. Students will also explore the history of television and how the Internet has changed the world of broadcasting.624 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Entrepreneurship is designed for students who are interested in owning their own business or working in a small business. The course explores such topics as choosing the type of business to start, organizing a business, and understanding markets and competitors. The RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 9 curriculum is interactive including economics and organizational management using content designed by the PA Economic Council. A ‘business plan’ is completed in the course. 626 EXPLORING BUSINESS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10 Exploring Business introduces students to the dynamics of global economics and career exploration. This course will help students become acquainted with the skills, abilities, and attitudes needed for successful job performance. Students gain a solid understanding of how the business economy operates as they develop and apply their critical thinking and decision-making skills to resolve economic, political, and social concerns that businesses face every day.FAMILY CONSUMER SCIENCE 813 FOODS 1 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This is an introductory course in foods. Students will learn kitchen safety, food safety and sanitation, utensils and appliances, how to measure ingredients, how to read and interpret a recipe, and the basic principles of food preparation. Students will be introduced to the hospitality industry, learn table service, and practice proper table manners and etiquette. A study of nutrition and healthy food choices will be included in this course. Class activities consist of theory, teacher demonstrations and foods lab. Class time each week is divided between three days of theory and two days of foods labs. Students in this class will be required to pay a $15.00 lab fee. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS.8149 BAKING AND PASTRY ART .5 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Students will learn the principles of baking and working with pastry. Quick breads, yeast breads, cakes, cookies, pies, and pastries will be the focus of this course. Students will study ingredients, nutrients, purchasing, and storing as well as the preparation of baked products. Class time each week is divided between three days of theory and two days in the foods lab. Students in this class will have to pay a $10.00 lab fee. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS. Prerequisite: Foods 1 with a C or better AND teacher recommendation8159 HEALTHY MEAL PLANNING .5 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 If you want to improve your health and eating habits, this course focuses on planning and preparing nutritionally well-balanced meals. Each student examines their own eating habits and forms a plan to improve their diet. Students study the principles and techniques of creating breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and vegetarian dishes that are low in fat, calories, and salt. Class time is divided between theory and foods lab. Students in this class will have to pay a $10.00 lab fee. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS. Prerequisite: Foods 1 with a C or better AND teacher recommendation.8169 INTERNATIONAL FOODS .5 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Students will explore how geographic, cultural, religious, economic, and political issues affect food selection and production around the world. They will then prepare a variety of food representative of different countries and regions of the world. Class time each week is divided between three days of theory and two days in the foods lab. Students in this class will have to pay a $10.00 lab fee. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS. Prerequisite: Foods 1 with a C or better AND teacher recommendation.8179 DECORATIVE FOOD PREPARATION .5 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Students will explore food preparation as an artistic expression through theory and laboratory experience. Labs will include garnishing, candy making and chocolate sculpting, and cake decorating. Class time each week is divided between three days of theory and two days in the foods lab. Students in this class will have to pay a $10.00 lab fee. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS. Prerequisite: Foods 1 with a C or better AND teacher recommendation.823 CLOTHING 1 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Create your own Project Runway look and style by creating garments that fit your personal life-style. Learn to mend, update old garments, and construct new and original articles of clothing. No previous knowledge is necessary. Students will construct projects consisting of drawstring pants and a coordinating top, pants or skirt with a waistband and zipper, a shirt with sleeves, and a project of RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 10 your choice. Students must complete two or three projects a marking period that meet guidelines. This course is an introduction to construction techniques, sewing supplies and related careers. Students are REQUIRED to participate in the evening performance of the spring fashion show as part of their grade for the semester. THE STUDENT MUST PURCHASE ALL FABRIC AND SUPPLIES.826 CLOTHING 2 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course is an extension to CLOTHING I and is designed to develop construction skills and creativity in greater depth. Students will learn advanced skills and how to change a commercial pattern into an original design. Selecting clothing that will enhance your appearance and dressing for success are topics that are studied. Learn how textiles are created, and how to select appropriate fabric for designs. Speakers will inform students about the many career options and schools available in this field. Students are required to participate in the evening performance of the spring fashion show as part of their grade for the semester. THE STUDENT MUST PURCHASE ALL FABRIC AND SUPPLIES. Prerequisite: Clothing 1 and teacher recommendation828 ADVANCED CLOTHING 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course develops construction skills and emphasizes design skills. Students learn the newest techniques used in the field. Learn how to design clothing, write direction sheets for the designs, and execute the design. Students use creativity and the elements and principles of design to construct design boards for their original clothing project. Students who have successfully completed Clothing I and II and who have a strong interest in the fashion industry and clothing construction are eligible to take this course. Students MUST participate in the evening fashion show. THE STUDENT MUST PURCHASE ALL FABRIC AND SUPPLIES. Prerequisite: Clothing 1 and 2 with a C or better AND teacher recommendation8299 DECORATIVE ARTS IN CLOTHING .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is designed for students who like to accessorize. It is not a clothing construction course, but focuses on decoration. The student does not need to know how to sew. All levels of experienced sewers are welcome. The course will include holiday crafts, as well as personalized pillows, quilts, and items for the home. The use of embroidery machine connected to the internet, regular and self-threading surging machines, and the traditional sewing machine will be used in this course. Students will learn how to decorate items to make them more creative and personalized. Students may also select a community service project to work on as a class. The student must purchase all supplies.842 INDEPENDENT LIVING 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students who select this course will be better prepared to survive and live independently. Selecting and decorating an apartment or house, budgeting and paying bills, planning and preparing nutritious meals, selecting and caring for clothing are topics that will be covered in the course. Students will be involved in hands-on activities and simulations as well as theory related to each topic. Additionally, students in this class will have to pay a $10.00 lab fee for the cooking unit. FOOD THAT IS PREPARED MAY CONTAIN OR COME INTO CONTACT WITH FOODS THAT CONTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS.855 CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course will study the physical, emotional, social and cognitive development and growth of children from conception until school age. Class activities and discussions will cover the role of parents and caregivers in taking care of children and meeting their many needs. Opportunities will be provided for students to explore and study play and learning activities, guidance and discipline, health concerns, special needs children, and employment opportunities in related fields. This course is a prerequisite to Preschool Lab.856 FAMILY LIFESTYLES 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course will study the make-up of families and will acquaint you with the full scope of family living. The course begins with a look at ourselves and how we learn to get along with other people and form permanent relationships. We will explore emotions, roles adults play, dating, engagement, marriage, and adjusting to marriage. The course will also explore different crises that occur in the family such as divorce, loss of job, illness, aging, and death. Other discussions will include independent living at various stages in the life cycle. Students are required to complete 3 projects.860 PRESCHOOL LAB 1 Credit Grade 12 Students will learn about the care and guidance of young children by supervising and teaching preschoolers in an organized three day per week nursery school program. During seminar meetings students will study and discuss developmental issues related to the RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 11 preschool child, the creation of a healthy and safe preschool environment, and the development of a preschool curriculum. Through the seminar discussion and by working directly with the preschoolers, students will see how the young child grows physically, mentally, emotionally and socially and how teachers and other caregivers contribute to that growth. Prerequisite: “B” or better in Child Development with teacher recommendation and application to Preschool Lab teacher.INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY 905 CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION 1 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Students will study the technological elements of transforming building materials and manufactured goods into construction projects. Student activities will include: reading construction prints, estimating costs, planning a construction project, and completing a series of construction projections utilizing both hand and power machines. Classroom instruction and reading assignments will supplement hands-on activities. This course is open to students with little or no experience. The student must purchase all supplies needed for advanced projects.906 CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION 2 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This is an advanced course for students who have completed Carpentry/Construction I and desire to further their knowledge in construction. Students will be introduced to various trades related to the field of construction (e.g. electric, plumbing, etc.) Both model construction , independent projects, and live work will be used to provide students with hands-on experience. With a teacher recommendation, this course can be taken as a third Carpentry course. The student must purchase all supplies needed for advanced projects. Prerequisite: Carpentry/Construction 1 and teacher recommendationTECHNOLOGY EDUCATION 6319 INFORMATION PROCESSING .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The course will present an overview for 21st century entry job skills as well as college preparation. It will address proper keyboarding techniques. It will teach students to format business related documents as well as research papers. Students will gain an understanding in conducting effective research using a variety of search engines and by validating web resources found on the internet. The course will also focus on using technology tools in a socially responsible manner.632 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course provides students an opportunity to learn resources and skills to learn effectively and live productively in an ever- increasing digital world. Students are given the opportunity to learn the basic functions and integration of word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and databases using the MS Office suite. Students will explore a variety of emerging technologies including blogs, wikispaces and social collaboration tools. Students are exposed to introductory programming in Java and Alice. This course uses a project oriented, hands-on approach to master the fundamentals of application software. There is an emphasis in this course on social and ethical technology use. 936 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Students are introduced to the fundamentals of architectural design, home design, floor plans, elevations, details, plot plans, and pictorials. The course involves continued use of the CAD system, with architectural software. Prerequisite: Computer Drafting 1 and teacher recommendation937 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students will design a multi-level house. A full set of architectural plans including floor plans, elevations, wall sections, plot plans, structural drawings, and pictorials will be required. All plans will be completed using CAD software on a PC platform. Prerequisite: Architectural Design 1 and teacher recommendation939 COMPUTER GRAPHICS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Computer Graphics I is designed to introduce the basic principles of visual communication. The course will help students develop the capacity to plan in an orderly fashion and express ideas in a visual form. Emphasis will be place on gaining experience in using industry standard software applications, learning to develop and strengthen technical imagination, reading and writing the language of the industry, and exploring what career opportunities are available in the field of graphic design. Software covered in this course includes macromedia freehand and Adobe Photoshop. Students are required to own a flashdrive (2 GB minimum). RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 12940 ADVANCED GRAPHIC DESIGN/PHOTOSHOP 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Advanced Design/Photoshop is intended for students that may interested in the fields of Graphic Design, Photography, Communications, and Web Design. The focus of the class is digital imaging, Adobe Photoshop and the relevance of Photoshop in web design and using Macromedias Dreamweaver. The emphasis of the course is strengthening visual design and technical skills; project planning and organizational skills and creativity. Students are required to own a flashdrive (2 GB minimum). Prerequisite: Computer Graphics and teacher recommendation.9459 INTERACTIVE WEB DESIGN .5 Credit Grades 11, 12 Grade 10 with teacher recommendation Interactive web design has applications in marketing and advertising, eCommerce, education and entertainment industries. Students will be designing websites using a variety of template web editors including Google Pages, Blogger, Weebly and Wix. Java Script, Flash, HTML and Dreamweaver will also be used to create web sites. Topics explored in this class will include web page evaluation, color theory, storyboarding, and linking to external and internal resources.VISUAL ARTS 720 ART 1 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Art I is a basic course of drawing and painting with a limited amount of three dimensional work, art criticism, art appreciation and aesthetics. Some techniques are painting in watercolor, tempera, and pastel, drawing in pencil, and charcoal. The work will include design and composition, modeling and painting. Art appreciation is included in the work. The use of art history and videos aid in the appreciation and understanding of the philosophy of artists’ work and help to develop the students’ own art philosophy. Writing and reading across the art curriculum will be essential. Art 1 is a prerequisite for those who wish to take Art 2, Photoshop/Illustration Design, Drawing, or Ceramics Studio/Clay.712 DRAWING 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 For the serious or advanced art student. Students will be given experiences exclusively in the realm of freehand drawing. Studies will be made from still life, landscape, figure drawing. Various techniques and various media will be used. These include pencil, charcoal, and pen and ink. This is a concentrated study in drawing; therefore it is desirable that the student has an interest in art. Students will learn to critique their work. Students may be required to buy drawing pencils. Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Art I and teacher recommendation716 PAINTING 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course is designed for students that are interested in learning advanced skills in painting. Painting includes wet media with processes such as transparent and opaque painting and focuses on the operations of color and composition. With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher-level thinking, art-related technology skill, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics. Prerequisite: Art 1 with a C or better.724 ART 2 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Advanced work in oil, acrylics, watercolor, tempera, pastels, pen & ink, and clay is required of participating students. Students will study still life, portraits, landscapes, and figures. Emphasis is on creative and original work. Art appreciation is included in the work. The use of art history and videos aid in the appreciation and understanding of the philosophy of artists’ work and help to develop the students’ own art philosophy. Writing and reading across the art curriculum are included in this course. Prerequisite: Art 1 with a ‘C’ or better and teacher recommendation727 ART 3 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Advanced techniques in oil, acrylics, watercolor, tempera, pastel, scratchboard, and pen and ink will be continued as well as art appreciation and aesthetics. Emphasis is on creative and original work. Art appreciation is included in the work. The use of art history and videos aid in the appreciation and understanding of the philosophy of artists’ work and help to develop the students’ own art philosophy. Writing and reading across the art curriculum are included in this course. Prerequisite: Art 2 with a ‘C’ or better and teacher recommendation729 ART 4 Portfolio Prep RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 13 1 Credit Grade 12 Art 4 is designed to give the advanced, creative and talented art student an in-depth experience into the visual arts. This student will have developed the basic concepts, vocabulary, and skills of various media of art from previous art classes. Drawing from observation will be emphasized. Portfolio preparation is the major focus of this course. Students will concentrate on developing their own style with their art work. Prerequisite: Art 3 with a ‘C’ or better and teacher recommendation730 ART 5 Advanced Studio 1 Credit Grade 12 Art 5 is designed for the senior art student who has taken Art 1, 2, 3, and 4 and wishes to have an advanced art experience to prepare for art school. Each student will have an individual program designed to meet his / her special needs in preparing for art school/college. Drawing and painting will be the major focus of the course. Prerequisite: Art 4 with a ‘C’ or better and teacher recommendation731 PHOTOSHOP/ ILLUSTRATION DESIGN 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Photoshop/Illustration Design is a course that combines studio art and computer art. This course will include many types of art used in advertising and product production. It will also incorporate creativity with technical aspects of design. Students will use an assortment of art mediums as well as computer programs such as Illustrator, and Photoshop. This course will allow the students to develop strong visual communication skills through the use of design, style and imagination. Prerequisite: Art I with a ‘C’ or better740 SCULPTURE AND 3D DESIGN 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This art course is designed to expose students to a variety of mixed media and materials through the creation of three-dimensional works of art. The focus of the course is to concentrate on applying the basic elements and principles of art to help the student solve artistic, creative problems in a variety of approaches and media. Topics include, but are not limited to: paper mache, clay, screen- printing, mosaics, weaving, packaging, basic design, and jewelry. A sketchbook is required for all students to be used in class and for homework assignments. The student will be required to purchase some supplies. This is not graphic design or computer class. 741 ADVANCED SCULPTURE AND 3D DESIGN 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This art course is designed to do advanced work in sculpture and 3D design in a variety of materials. It can be taken in sequence after taking a 3D Design class OR after taking Art 1 successfully. Topics include, but are not limited to: paper mache, clay, screen- printing, mosaics, weaving, packaging, basic design, and jewelry. A sketchbook is required for all students to be used in class and for homework assignments. The student will be required to purchase some supplies. This is not graphic design or computer class. Prerequisite: C or better in Art 1, 3D Design or Ceramic Studio/Clay749 CERAMICS CLAY STUDIO 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This advanced clay and sculpture experience will expose students to many diverse techniques and elements of 3D art and design, using clay. Hand building and wheel throwing methods will be taught, along with glazing, surface treatments, and firing. Projects will be created based upon the development of clay and its function among various cultures and societies through present day. Prerequisite: C or better in Art 1, 3D Design, or Beginning Ceramics.7059 ART HISTORY – AN INTRODUCTION .5 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This is an introductory art history survey course in which the student examines the art, aesthetic and philosophical ideas of the western world. The focus of this course is the history of art in the western world from pre-history through the modern era. Through the use of assigned readings in the text, power point lecture, and videotapes the student will be introduced to works of art in painting.7459 ALL ABOUT JEWELRY .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Students will learn how to create jewelry from cords, manipulated wire and clay. Art elements and principles will be analyzed and used in the designing process with some historical and cultural references to jewelry and society. Basic designing of jewelry with no drawing experience required, only creative ideas, and desire to achieve. THE STUDENT IS REQUIRED TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES.7489 BEGINNING CERAMICS .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Introductory level course designed to expose all students to the properties of clay through hand-building techniques and basic glazing. RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 14DELAWARE COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL PROGRAM 954 Career and Technical Education 4 credits per year Grades 11, 12Students in the technical school program spend a half-day at either the Folcroft or Aston Technical Schools and a half-day at Ridley High School. All courses required for graduation will be taken in Ridley High School. Students may attend technical school for a maximum of two years, beginning in grade eleven. Grades nine and ten are spent in full time study in RHS where students pursue required work in English, mathematics, science, health, the humanities, and physical education. Selections for placement into the technical schools are made at the time of student registration in early February. Students are advised of their placement status at this time by way of a special form, which indicates the program for which they have been selected (students indicate their top three choices on their application.) Students who decide to accept an opportunity to attend must sign a contract indicating that they will remain in technical school for one complete school year after which, if dissatisfied with the program, they may return to RHS. Transportation is provided to and from the technical schools by Ridley School District. Students who are not accepted for placement initially will be placed on a waiting list and added to the technical school program as openings occur. While session placement largely depends upon scheduling priorities of the technical school and RHS, most students will attend Tech School in the afternoon. The final decision regarding school and session is made by the technical school in conjunction with RHS personnel. While students are advised of their session in the spring, it should be understood by students and parents that these decisions are tentative. Each student’s official placement will be confirmed in August by special letter from the technical school office. Students also will receive a letter from RHS advising on general points of interest and particular information regarding transportation. Once a student is approved for CATE, they agree to stay in that program and attend on a regular basis throughout the entire school year . Students will not be removed from the CATE program unless the CATE campus and RHS officials determines that there is an underlying academic need. Students, parents, and guardians are reminded that some CATE programs require the purchase of a kit (approx. $300.00) for your specific use. The cost of this kit is the sole responsibility of the student and their family. Also of note, is that the Cosmetology program will require a waiver signed by the parent allowing other students in the program to color, cut, perm, and/or relax your child’s hair. GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT SELECTION Students are initially selected on the basis of their relative standing among the applicant pool in accordance with the criteria indicated below. Students who are not selected initially may elect to remain on a waiting list for possible placement as openings occur later in the school year and during the summer preceding the start of the next school year. A selection committee composed primarily of the district’s guidance counselors will make the initial selections using the following criteria:• ATTENDANCE RECORD Since one of the prime purposes of technical training is to simulate real working conditions, regular attendance is encouraged and expected of students who attend. The selection committee, therefore, reviews each applicant’s pattern of school attendance to determine the extent to which this might influence a person’s adjustment if accepted into a technical school program. • SCHOLASTIC RECORD A review of each applicant’s grades and classroom adjustment is made to determine whether, if accepted, a student will be able to maintain satisfactory progress in those subjects required in the home school program, i.e. English, math, science, etc. • STUDENT INTEREST Each applicant is interviewed by his/her counselor to determine the basis for the applicant’s decision to apply to the Technical School. This interview is also used to determine the student’s motivation and sincerity of interest.PROPOSED COURSE OFFERINGS The courses slated to be offered at the Delaware County Technical Schools are as follows: Allied Health Emergency & Protective Services Automotive Technology General Construction Building Trades Health Professions Business Information Processing Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Collision Repair Technology Industrial and Residential Wiring Computer & Electronics Technology Landscape and Floral Design Computer Maintenance Material and Inventory Control Cosmetology Technology Academy Program Culinary Arts Web Page Design Early Childhood Education RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 15DIVERSIFIED OCCUPATIONS (WORK STUDY) The Cooperative Diversified Occupations Program (Work Study) at Ridley enables eligible students to attend school in the morning and work in the afternoon in a paid position in business, industry, or some other approved setting. While in school, students schedule the required courses necessary to earn credits toward promotion and graduation on the same basis as students not in the program. These students spend a minimum of fifteen hours per week on the job for which they are assigned credit, which is applied towards promotion and graduation. In addition, students in this program are scheduled into a planned course in Occupational Seminar, which they take as part of their morning classes at Ridley. The student’s guidance counselor and the supervisor of the program determine eligibility for placement into the program.962 COOPERATIVE DIVERSIFIED OCCUPATIONS 4 Credits Grades 11, 12 All students enrolled in Diversified Occupations will be required to be employed in an approved place of employment, which means that the student is paid at least minimum wage and is covered by all Worker’s Compensation laws. The student is responsible for obtaining and submitting to the Cooperative Education Coordinator a training agreement signed by his/her employer, a parent or guardian and the student. If a student changes jobs during the course of the school year, he/she must submit a new training agreement with the current information. The coordinator must always have a current contact name and phone number of all employers participating in the program.Grading for this component of the course will be pass/fail. All students will receive monthly employment evaluations, which are to be completed by the employer and returned to the Cooperative Education Coordinator. All evaluations will be distributed on the last day of every month and will be accepted no later than the 7th of the next month with NO exceptions. If evaluations are not returned, students will receive a failing grade on their report card. At any given time, the students can expect to be visited at their place of employment by the coordinator.964 OCCUPATIONAL SEMINAR 1 Credit First Year Grades 11, 12 Students enrolled in Occupational Seminar will attend a one half hour class once a week. They will explore Career Development and Planning, along with lectures, presentations, and outside speakers.966 OCCUPATIONAL INDEPENDENT STUDY 1 Credit Second Year Grade 12 This course is designed for those students enrolled in the Cooperative Diversified Occupations Program (Work Study). They deal with those activities, which are designed to better prepare the students for entry into the world of work. The general and technical related instruction for a student’s successful progression and advancement on the job will be presented in this seminar setting. This course is designed for students to engage in assigned activities, career consulting arrangements, and instructional activities for outside the classroom. Strict deadlines will be adhered to for all assignments. Topics for projects will relate to all students regardless of their career objectives. Both courses are required as a companion to the Cooperative Diversified Occupations Program credit (course 962).961 DIVERSIFIED OCCUPATIONS – HALF YEAR OPTION 2 Credits Grades 11, 12 See description for course 962. This option is available ONLY with counselor approval.965 OCCUPATIONAL SEMINAR 1 – HALF YEAR OPTION .5 Credit Grades 11, 12 See description for course 964. This option is available ONLY with counselor approval.967 OCCUPATIONAL SEMINAR – INDEPENDENT STUDY – HALF YEAR OPTION .5 Credit Grade 12 See description for course 966. This option is available ONLY with counselor approval.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 16ENGLISH 103 9 ENGLISH Honors 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Grade 9 This highly intensive, full year course will continue to emphasize mastery in these areas: reading comprehension, writing skills (narrative, informational, and persuasive modes), vocabulary, grammar, and usage. This English course develops mastery in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary, as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development. Students will develop the skills necessary to compose a multitude of formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. Great emphasis is placed on MLA-format and MLA-style research. Students must be highly motivated, serious students of language and literature who are prepared to commit to developing the sophisticated critical and analytical skills necessary to enter AP English in the 12th grade. Students will be expected to engage in self- directed activities that require above average reading and writing skills. Students will be expected to engage in self-directed activities that require above average reading and writing skills and a great deal of personal responsibility. Students will have the opportunity to read independently, books of their choice during Reading Workshop. For maximum success, students must be highly self-motivated and be prolific readers and writers. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation106 9 ENGLISH College Prep 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Grade 9 This intensive, full year course will continue to build mastery in these areas: reading comprehension, writing skills, vocabulary, grammar, and usage. Students will compose numerous papers using all three modes of writing: narrative/imaginative, informational, and persuasive. A comprehensive approach to writing through emphasis on organization, content, focus, style, and conventions prepares 9th graders to meet the challenges they will face throughout high school. A variety of reading and writing strategies are taught to promote better and more prolific readers and writers. Students are introduced to MLA format and MLA research techniques. Teachers set high standards and place strong focus on personal responsibility and pride in personal success. The intent of the full year 9th grade English program is to produce students who feel confident in all of their literacy skills and who understand the importance and necessity of mastering their language. Students will have the opportunity to read independently, books of their choice during Reading Workshop. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation109 9 ENGLISH Career/College Prep 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Selected Enrollment Grade 9 This intensive, full year course will continue to build mastery in the fundamental skills of communication by providing training in the following areas: listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, vocabulary, grammar, and usage. Students will develop the necessary skills to compose numerous papers using all three modes of writing: narrative/imaginative, informational, and persuasive. A comprehensive approach to writing through emphasis on organization, content, focus, style, and conventions prepares 9th graders to meet the challenges they will face throughout high school. A variety of reading and writing strategies are taught to promote better and more prolific readers and writers. Teachers set high, yet achievable standards and place strong focus on personal responsibility and pride in personal success. The intent of the full year 9th grade English program is to produce students who feel confident in all of their literacy skills and to understand the importance and necessity of mastering their language. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP127 GA ENGLISH 9-10-11 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Selected Enrollment Grades 9,10,11 Read 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of all students. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive instructional software, high-interest fiction and nonfiction, and direct instruction in reading and writing skills. This program consists of four groups, whole group instruction, small group instruction, modeled and independent reading, and instructional software. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP115 10 ENGLISH Honors 1 Credit Grade 10 This course will emphasize mastery of the fundamental skills of communication by providing training in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and reasoning. All standard-English courses stress growth in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development. Students will develop the necessary skills to compose formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. Students should be highly motivated, serious students of language and literature who are prepared to commit to developing the RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 17 sophisticated critical thinking and composition skills necessary to enter AP English in the 12th grade. Students will be expected to engage in self-directed activities, which require above average reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation116 10 ENGLISH College Prep 1 Credit Grade 10 This course will emphasize mastery of the fundamental skills of communication by providing training in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and reasoning. All Standard English courses stress growth in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development. Students will develop the necessary skills to compose formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation126 READING/WRITING SEMINAR College Prep 1 Elective Credit Selected Enrollment Grade 10 This teacher recommended only course is designed to strengthen reading and writing skills in preparation for college prep English. Reading strategies are incorporated through the use of class texts and self-selected novels. Students are required to read independently and respond to texts through structured writing. 120 10 ENGLISH FLEX Career/College Prep 2 Credits (1 English/1 Elective) Grade 10 This course stresses basic communication skills. It meets for a full year. Emphasis will be placed upon bringing students to the state standard proficiency levels in reading and writing. Students will receive training in clear and proficient written expression. Students will have the opportunity to improve their speaking, listening, and reading skills by participating in classroom activities. This course is designed for those students who area enrolled in the learning support program. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP127 GA ENGLISH 9-10-11 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Selected Enrollment Grades 9,10,11 Read 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of all students. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive instructional software, high-interest fiction and nonfiction, and direct instruction in reading and writing skills. This program consists of four groups, whole group instruction, small group instruction, modeled and independent reading, and instructional software. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP130 11 ENGLISH Honors 1 Credit Grade 11 This course addresses major social, political, artistic, intellectual, and literary movements in America from 1600 to the present. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, academic research and critical thinking skills. Students are required to prepare regular writing assignments and oral presentations based on assigned course readings and texts of their own choosing, including a major literary research project. The course will examine a number of canonical works of fiction and poetry, along with supplemental non-fiction articles, while simultaneously examining traditionally underprivileged voices in the American experience. Students will be well prepared to make the transition to Advanced Placement English in their senior year. Prerequisite: B average or better in previous Honors level social studies and English courses or an A average or better in previous College Prep level social studies and English courses, along with a teacher recommendation. A summer reading assignment, which springboards into the first unit of study, is a requirement that needs to be completed by the first day of school. 132 11 ENGLISH College Prep 2 Credits (1 English/1 Elective) Grade 11 This year long course offers students an interesting perspective on our country’s political, social and cultural development by requiring students to read and respond to the literature produced by its most prominent writers. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. A number of major literary works, both fiction and non-fiction, will be examined in depth throughout the course. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the works being studied. An American authors’ analysis research paper will be required. Grammar, vocabulary, SAT and PSSA Reading and Writing prep are incorporated throughout the course. A summer reading assignment is a requirement that must be completed before the first full day of school. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationRHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 18134 11 ENGLISH Career/College Prep 2 Credits (1 English/1 Elective) Grade 11 This yearlong course focuses on important fiction and non-fiction works of American literature. The program provides insight into our country’s growth and development by requiring students to read and respond to major literary works. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the works being studied. Grammar and vocabulary development are on-going components. Students write informational, persuasive, and personal narrative essays, as well as a research paper. An emphasis is placed on preparing students to succeed on the PSSA reading and writing assessments. A summer reading assignment is a requirement that must be completed before the first day of school. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation136 11 ENGLISH Career/College Prep Flex 2 Credits (1 English/1 Elective) Grade 11 The yearlong course focuses on important fiction and non-fiction works of American literature. Emphasis is placed on the development of language arts skills, including reading, writing and critical thinking. Some major literary works will be examined in depth throughout the course. Students will engage in written and oral activities and projects relevant to the works being read. Grammar and vocabulary are on-going components of the course. The course will also focus on developing writing skills stressing essay organization, use of vocabulary, proper mechanics and knowledge of content during the creation of informational, persuasive, and personal narrative paragraphs and short essays. Students will also spend time preparing to succeed on the PSSA reading and writing assessments. A research paper on a chosen career is required, as well as a summer reading assignment. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP127 GA ENGLISH 9-10-11 2 Credits (One English/One Elective) Selected Enrollment Grades 9,10,11 Read 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of all students. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive instructional software, high-interest fiction and nonfiction, and direct instruction in reading and writing skills. This program consists of four groups, whole group instruction, small group instruction, modeled and independent reading, and instructional software. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP142 12 ENGLISH College Prep 1 Credit Grade 12 This course will emphasize mastery of the fundamental skills of communication by providing training in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and reasoning. Growth in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development are stressed. Students will develop the necessary skills to compose formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. A summer reading project is required. Successful completion of a research paper and a formal speech based on the paper are graduation requirements. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation143 12 ENGLISH Career/College Prep 1 Credit Grade 12 These courses stress basic communication skills. At all grade levels, students will receive training in clear and proficient written expression. Students will have the opportunity to improve their speaking, listening, and reading skills by participating in classroom activities. Successful completion of a research paper is a graduation requirement Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 144 12 ENGLISH General Academic 1 Credit Selected Enrollment Grade 12 This course mirrors the themes and skills emphasized in the traditional English CCP program. It will stress growth of fundamental skills of communication by providing training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. All language arts courses stress the development of mechanics, vocabulary and usage, as well as improvement in sentence and paragraph development. Students will also improve on skills needed to compose formal papers based on their readings. In addition, they will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects related to the literature being read. There is a career component at this level. This course is designed for those students who are enrolled in the learning support program. Successful completion of a research paper is a graduation requirement. Students will take an active role in readers’ workshop, where they will be required to read a novel independently at their individual reading level. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEPRHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 19145 AP (ADVANCED PLACEMENT) ENGLISH – LITERATURE 2 Credits Grade 12 Students enrolled in the Advanced Placement Literature have elected to experience a college level course. The course explores sophisticated material in all the genres and requires highly developed reading and writing skills. Course demands include frequent writing assignments and seminar discussions in which participation is essential. Successful completion of a literary research paper is a graduation requirement. Depending upon enrollment, this course may be part of an AM pairing beginning at 7:25 AM everyday. Colleges look favorably on students taking this challenging course and the AP test in May. The AP test is required in order to earn AP credit. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.151 PLAY PERFORMANCE 1 152 PLAY PERFORMANCE 2/3 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Play Performance is for those who are highly interested in the performing arts and who have also demonstrated acting talent in the prerequisite Dramatic Arts. Students must earn an A in Dramatic Arts and obtain a recommendation from the acting teacher in order to roster for this advanced course. The major emphasis is placed upon script analysis, performance, directing, and research, and technical production skills. Actors will discover the various steps of performance and production, gaining experience with both internal and external acting technique. Students will explore the Stanislavski system, as well as other acting/directing methods. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in frequent evening field trips to the theater as extended learning experiences. Though these trips and visitations from assorted professional performers, students will develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of theatre arts. Although class will be applying what they learn before selected audiences on a regular basis, this is by no means the only goal for the course. Students will complete an extensive dramaturgy project as a final exam for the course. In addition, students will develop advanced communication skills, leadership, and directing techniques, and the tools for critiquing performances. Class materials will range from student-authored monologues to formal play scripts. Theatre games and physical/vocal warm-ups will be taught. Actors must be ready to read, discuss, analyze, write, exercise, rehearse, perform, direct, and research. Thos interested in pursuing performing arts in college and as a possible career choice will be given guidance and direction. Students may be required to take Dramatic Arts more than once before they are permitted to enroll in Play Performance. Prerequisite: Dramatic Arts and Teacher recommendation161 DRAMATIC ARTS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Dramatic Arts is designed to develop each individual’s performance talent and ability to work successfully in pairs and groups on creative projects. Students will develop acting techniques, confidence, cooperative skills, and stage presence. The class will concentrate on learning methods for building a believable character. These techniques include sensory awareness, physical and vocal work, stage movement, emotional work, script analysis, and character development. Students will experience monologue and scene work with focus partners and extended rehearsal groups. Performers will also learn to give and accept constructive criticism as a valuable learning tool. The semester will end with a full production, utilizing the skills acquired in rehearsal and performance. The production will be shared with selected audiences. No prior experience is necessary. Students may take no more than two semesters of Dramatic Arts for full credit.162 SPEECH/COMMUNICATION 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course will concentrate on improving the student’s ability to research, to organize ideas, to defend a position, and to communicate effectively. These valuable skills will benefit class members in other classes in high school and college. Effective speaking skills are also a must in today’s workplace. Coursework will include individual, team, and group efforts. Each group member will develop skills in decision-making, cooperation, and leadership.Experiences will include speeches designed to teach, inform, persuade, and motivate. Students will become familiar with impromptu speeches and also learn the art of debate through point/counterpoint mini debates as well as formal speeches. Presentations will be filmed for the purpose of self and group evaluation. On-camera skills will be developed, as will resume and job interviewing skills. Speakers will learn to give and take constructive criticism as they move towards becoming more relaxed, confident, poised, and prepared communicators.165 JOURNALISM 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This writing-intensive course focuses on getting your work published in both The Green Raider, Ridley High School’s newspaper, and in the Archive, Ridley High School’s yearbook. Although this class is an elective, Journalism is essentially an English class, and editing for grammar and punctuation are both key to success in Journalism. As such, you hone your writing and editing skills as much RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 20 as you do in a typical English class. You will learn how to write news stories, features, editorials, book reviews, and sports stories. Additionally, you will be expected to interview students, teachers, and members of the community to complete your stories. Also included in the class is an examination of photojournalism, including an opportunity for you to take effective pictures and develop and print your own photographs. You will examine effective publication design and develop attractive pages that will showcase your work in writing, art, and photography. Students taking this course are expected to be satisfactory writers. Prerequisite: Honors or College Prep English and teacher recommendation170 CREATIVE WRITING 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is designed for students who are eager to expand their creative writing talents. The primary focus will be on personal expression in the following areas: poetry, short stories, personal and fictional narratives, short descriptive writings, plays, dramatic monologues, feature stories, and journal entries. Inspirational techniques such as response groups, discussions, films, and guest speakers will be incorporated into the course. Students who have developed a serious interest in writing are encouraged to join the staff of and submit their works for publication in Windscript. 1669 TEACHING LITERATURE THROUGH FILM .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course will use a variety of carefully chosen films as a vehicle for teaching the understanding of both literary and filmmaking techniques. Through film we will study themes, symbols, comparison and contrast, and other literary devices. We will also evaluate a filmmaker’s use of artistic techniques such as use of lighting, camera angles, editing, etc. Students will construct an original screenplay as part of a culminating project for the course.1809 PREPARING FOR THE SAT .5 Credit Grades 10 and 11 In this course, college-bound students will become familiar with the Writing and Critical Reading sections of the Scholastic Aptitude Test and test taking strategies. There will be a major focus on writing for the essay portion of the new SAT. This course will review topics in reading comprehension, sentence completion, and vocabulary. Students will be given practice SAT I tests. This course partners well with College Prep and Beyond.1819 COLLEGE PREP AND BEYOND for JUNIORS .5 Credit Grade 11 Students in conjunction with Guidance Counselors and their classroom teacher will learn to navigate the complicated and sometimes confusing college search and application process. Skills being emphasized will include interviewing and application/essay writing, listening, note taking, and study skills. Students will have access to college recruiters as well as online programs to help sort out the selection process. This course partners well with Preparing for the SAT. This course will be run for juniors only in the 3rd and 4th nine-week marking period. This course is aimed at students planning on attending a 4-year college.FOREIGN LANGUAGEFRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN SPANISH The general purpose of foreign language study is to provide the student with a practical understanding of the language, to develop the ability to communicate in a second language, and to increase one’s understanding and appreciation of foreign cultures.Foreign language is a sequential subject: a student must achieve a satisfactory grade in order to continue in the next course. A student’s successful completion of two or more sequential courses of one of the languages in a traditional high school program - French, German, Spanish - is generally accepted by colleges as an indication of the ability and self-discipline to do academic work. The department also offers the study of Italian to students who have already completed that sequence in another language.510 FRENCH 1 530 GERMAN 1 550 SPANISH 1 1 Credit College Prep Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 In this introductory course, emphasis is placed on building vocabulary, developing correct pronunciation and intonation, understanding the spoken language, learning the basics of language structure, and becoming familiar with the culture and geography of areas where the language is spoken. Emphasis is on communication, both oral and written.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 21The pace of this course is rapid: each day’s lesson consists of a new oral pattern or vocabulary that the student must master quickly in order to grasp subsequent lessons. Success is possible for the student who demonstrates a solid grasp of grammatical patterns in English, an ability to concentrate on oral/aural patterns, and a willingness to memorize both spoken and written phrases.This course is open to students with the recommendation of their 8th grade exploratory language teacher or a high school teacher familiar with their verbal skills.583 BASIC FRENCH 1 531 BASIC GERMAN 1 584 BASIC SPANISH 1 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 In this introductory course, emphasis is placed on building vocabulary, developing correct pronunciation and intonation, understanding the spoken language, learning the basics of language structure, and becoming familiar with the culture and geography of areas where the language is spoken. Emphasis is on oral communication with less attention to the details of written language.The pace of this course is slower than that of the College Prep level course: the explanations are more detailed and greater class time is devoted to practicing a topic before moving to a new concept. This course is recommended for the student who may experience difficulty with English language skills and who is recommended by an exploratory language teacher or a high school teacher. 511 FRENCH 2 501 GERMAN 2 551 SPANISH 2 1 Credit Honors Grades 10, 11, 12 Continued emphasis is placed on vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation, while there is an increased consideration of the grammatical elements and verb tenses. The student is encouraged to express himself in the foreign language, using idiomatic expressions and more advanced grammatical structures. Reading material is used to enhance existing vocabulary as well as to develop further understanding of the culture of the people. This course will move at a faster pace than the College Prep course and will include additional content for enrichment, including an oral interview as part of the final exam. Students taking this course should have been highly successful in their first year language, should be highly motivated to work independently, and should demonstrate personal responsibility. This option will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a fully subscribed class. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 1 and teacher recommendation512 FRENCH 2 532 GERMAN 2 552 SPANISH 2 1 Credit College Prep Grades 10, 11, 12 Continued emphasis is placed on vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation, while there is an increased consideration of the grammatical elements and verb tenses. The student is encouraged to express himself in the foreign language, using idiomatic expressions and more advanced grammatical structures. Reading material is used to enhance existing vocabulary as well as to develop further understanding of the culture of the people. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 1 and teacher recommendation585 BASIC FRENCH 2 533 BASIC GERMAN 2 586 BASIC SPANISH 2 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grades 10, 11, 12 All material from the first course is reviewed and enhanced. Continued emphasis is placed on vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation. The spoken language is emphasized over grammatical elements and verb tenses. Additional attention is devoted to the culture of the people. This course is for students who have successfully completed the Basic Language 1 course or who had difficulty in the College Prep 1 course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 1 and teacher recommendation534 GERMAN 3 554 SPANISH 3 1 Credit Honors Grades 10, 11, 12 During the third course the student is encouraged to think increasingly in the foreign language. There is a general review and expansion of grammatical structures and verb tenses. Selected reading material is read and discussed in the foreign language with the aim of developing the student’s ability to read with comprehension and to express oneself orally and in writing. Students taking this course should have been highly successful in the second-year course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 2 and teacher recommendation535 GERMAN 3 555 SPANISH 3 1 Credit College Prep Grades 10, 11, 12 Students who have completed the second course and wish to improve their reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills may select this course, which will reinforce and extend the material covered during the first two courses. Additional emphasis will be placed on increasing vocabulary in practical contexts. There will be fewer reading selections than in the Honors level course. RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 22Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 2 and teacher recommendation536 GERMAN 4 556 SPANISH 4 1 Credit Honors Grades 11, 12 Fourth course students are expected to use the foreign language almost exclusively. Through composition work, journal writing, and oral reports, students are given many opportunities to express themselves in both speaking and writing. There is continued attention to verb usage, advanced grammar, and vocabulary units. Some class time is spent discussing literary and artistic works, providing an opportunity to consider modern political, social, economic, and cultural trends in the countries. Students taking this course should have been highly successful in the third-year course. This option will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a fully subscribed class. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 3 and teacher recommendation581 GERMAN 4 582 SPANISH 4 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 Fourth course students are expected to use the foreign language almost exclusively. Through composition work, journal writing, and oral reports, students are given many opportunities to express themselves in both speaking and writing. There is continued attention to verb usage, advanced grammar, and vocabulary units. Some class time is spent discussing literary and artistic works, providing an opportunity to consider modern political, social, economic, and cultural trends in the countries. There will be fewer reading selections than in the Honors level course. This option will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a fully subscribed class. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 3 and teacher recommendation537 GERMAN 5 557 SPANISH 5 1 Credit Honors Grades 11, 12 This course is designed for students who have completed the usual four-course sequence of high school foreign language. Similar to many college courses in which the student examines the foreign civilization, literature, and art while strengthening advanced language skills, this course will include the following: key events in the history and the important figures who participated in each event; important literary works from representative authors of each historical period; examples of art masterpieces from each period; and advanced structure skills for reading, writing, and speaking in the foreign language. This option will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a full section. Prerequisite: Successful completion of <Specific Language> 4 and teacher recommendation570 ITALIAN 1 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 In this introductory course, emphasis is placed on building vocabulary and phrases used in practical communication in Italian, developing correct pronunciation and intonation, understanding the spoken language, learning the structure of Italian, and becoming familiar with Italian culture and geography.This course is available to those students who have already completed at least a two-course (1, 2) sequence in one of the traditional college-prep foreign languages (French, German, or Spanish), with above average success. The beginning Italian student already knows the basic concepts of foreign language study: cases of pronouns, verb conjugations and tenses, agreement, word order, etc. Consequently, fewer explanations in English are necessary, and the student finds the pace of the Italian course faster than that of other first courses in the department. Prerequisite: Successful completion of course 1 and 2 of a language571 ITALIAN 2 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 Continued emphasis is placed on vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation, while there is an increased consideration of the grammatical elements and verb tenses. The student is encouraged to express himself in the foreign language, using idiomatic expressions and more advanced grammatical structures. Reading material is used to enhance existing vocabulary as well as to develop further understanding of Italian civilization. This class will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a class. This option will be scheduled only if there are enough students registered to form a full section. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Italian 1 and teacher recommendationRHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 23HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 010 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9 (Required for Graduation) .5 Credit Grade 9 052 WELLNESS (Required for Graduation) .5 Credit Grade 9 013/056 HPE codes for students combining music (instrumental or choral) with HPE 9Physical Education is a graduation requirement. Students must earn 1.0 credit over the course of their high school years. 9th grade students will participate in physical activities in game format. Participating students will increase their fitness and learn activities designed for lifetime fitness. Students will receive an introduction to the cardio lab as well as the weight-training center. This course meets on alternate days.This health course called Wellness is designed to assist students in developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for productive, self-directed behavior. The units of study will cover self-esteem, substance abuse (tobacco, alcohol and drugs), stress, social concerns, wellness, HIV/AIDS and other diseases related to these topics. The lessons in the curriculum are keyed to reducing risk factors and steps of refusal skills, which will enable students to develop responsible behavior, positive self-esteem, and respect for others. This course meets on alternate days.011 PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Required for Graduation) .5 Credit Grade 10 053 PERSONAL HEALTH (Required for Graduation) .5 Credit Grade 10 013/056 HPE codes for students combining music (instrumental or choral) with HPE 10Physical Education is a graduation requirement. Students must earn 1.0 credit over the course of their high school years. The 10th grade course is designed for students to participate in various forms of physical fitness formats. Participating students will increase their personal fitness and develop a personal fitness plan that they can continue after graduation. Students will participate in the cardio lab and the weight-training center. Heart rate monitors and pedometers will also be used. This course meets on alternate days.This health course Personal Health, provides knowledge and understanding of the interdependency of lifelong physical health, mental health, and personal safety. It is designed to give students exposure to topics concerning everyday life. The following units of study are covered: wellness, fitness, nutrition, weight control, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, and human sexuality promoting abstinence. The lessons in the curriculum provide a personalized education that will assist students in developing their decision making skills through the use of current information about nutrition, weight management and human sexuality. This course meets on alternate days.014 LIFE FITNESS AND RECREATION 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students who choose this class will experience various physical and fitness activities. Traditional physical education games emphasizing cardiovascular conditioning, as well as, performance in the weight room, aquatics center and cardio lab will be emphasized. Activities included, but not limited to: lifetime activities, problem solving challenges, and bowling. This course fulfills a physical education graduation requirement.015 FIRST AID, CPR, AND ATHLETIC TRAINING 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course will entail CPR, first aid, and AED certification, and an introduction to athletic training. Students will shadow a health field professional (e.g. EMS, physical therapist, nurse). Anyone interested in teaching, lifeguarding, athletic training, nursing, or physical therapy would benefit from this class. This course fulfills a health graduation requirement.016 FIT FOR LIFE 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 The course is designed for students who wish to improve their physical fitness and weight training skills and techniques. A total individualized program, plus desired flexibility and/or cardiovascular workouts can be achieved. Students will be expected to produce written and mathematical evaluations throughout the course. This course fulfills a health and physical education graduation requirement. RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 24017 BODY TONING 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This exercise class emphasizes muscle toning, cardiovascular endurance, and weight control. Students will participate in aqua aerobics, floor exercises, abdominal work, floor/step aerobics, weight ball exercises, free weights and fitness machines. The pool, track, fitness rooms and athletic fields will be used for different fitness activities. Classroom experience will explore the relationships between diet, exercise, and proper nutrition in regard to fitness performance. This course fulfills a health and physical education graduation requirement.018 CURRENT ISSUES IN HEALTH 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course is designed to help students understand current health related issues that will affect their future well-being and social interactions. Areas of study will include, but not be limited to, nutrition, weight control, alcohol abuse, illicit drug use, sexuality, and STDs. Course activities will include but not be limited to class lecture, video analysis, and activity labs held in the weight room and cardio-room. Students looking to pursue a career in teaching health and physical education, athletic training, or other areas related to health, would benefit from this course. This course fulfills a health graduation requirement.040 MAJORS (F) 1 Credit Grade 12 041 MAJORS (M) 1 Credit Grade 12 This course is designed for senior boys and girls who have a strong competitive drive and perform at the highest level of physical education. The scope of the class is appropriate for students who are interested in gaining a wide variety of competitive team, recreational and lifetime sports including but not limited to bowling, ropes course, self-defense, skiing, rock climbing, golfing, swimming, weight training, cardiovascular activities, and canoeing. Field trips provide students with exposure to a variety of athletic and recreational facilities in the area as well as interaction with the elementary schools in the district. Prerequisite: Departmental review of previous HPE grades and performance due to limited enrollment070 AQUATICS 1 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students who choose this class will focus on stroke instruction, basic lifesaving, pool safety, and water games. Cardiovascular endurance will be emphasized through stroke development and various pool activities. Students will also be required to participate in various Physical Education activities outside of the pool. This course fulfills a physical education graduation requirement.071 AQUATICS 2 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Students who choose this class will focus on advanced stroke instruction, water games, and pool safety. Students will also participate in Life Guarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid certification. This course fulfills a physical education graduation requirement. Prerequisite: Aquatics 1 or teacher recommendation.MATHEMATICS300 MATH ESSENTIALS 1 1 Credit General Academic Grade 9 This semester course uses investigations of real-life problems to integrate the traditional content of algebra, geometry, and statistics from the CorePlus program. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention to improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Enrollment is limited to those students recommended by the Guidance Department. Students enrolled in this course should not be taking any other math courses.301 MATH ESSENTIALS 2 1 Credit General Academic Grade 10 This semester course continues the integrated math curriculum from the CorePlus program. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention to improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Enrollment is limited to those students who have passed Math Essentials 1 and are recommended by their math teacher. Students enrolled in this course should not be taking any other math courses. RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 25302 MATH ESSENTIALS 3 1 Credit General Academic Grade 11 This semester course uses selected portions of the CorePlus integrated math curriculum. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention on improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Practice for the PSSA test will also be included in this course. Enrollment is limited to those students who have passed Math Essentials 2 and are recommended by their math teacher. Students enrolled in this class should not be taking any other math courses.303 MATH ESSENTIALS 4 1 Credit General Academic Grade 12 This semester course continues the integrated math curriculum from CorePlus. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention on improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Enrollment is limited to those students who have passed Math Essentials 3 and are recommended by their math teacher. Students enrolled in this course should not be taking any other math courses.310 COREPLUS 1 CP 1 Credit College Prep Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This semester course uses investigations of real-life problems to integrate the traditional content of algebra, geometry, and statistics. It prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits.312 COREPLUS 1 CCP (FLEX) 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 9 This semester course uses a problem-based approach to integrate topics of algebra, geometry, and statistics. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention to improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Enrollment is limited to those students recommended by the Guidance Department.320 COREPLUS 2 H 1 Credit Honors Grade 9 This semester course builds on the foundation of CorePlus Integrated Math 1 from the middle school. Through investigations of real- life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus Integrated Math 1 at the middle school and teacher recommendation OR summer acceleration scheduled to begin on June 18, 2012 and conclude on July 26, 2012, OR CorePlus 1 CP in addition to independent tutoring of Units 6 and 7.321 COREPLUS 2 CP BLK 2 Credits College Prep Grades 10, 11, 12 This full year course builds on the foundation of CorePlus I. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and discrete math are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. This course is required to complete the second year of the College Prep Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus I CP(Course 310) and teacher recommendation.324 COREPLUS 2 CP JY BLK 2 Credits College Prep Selected Enrollment, no seniors This full year course builds on the foundation of CorePlus I. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and discrete math are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. Practice for the PSSA test will also be included. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. This course is required to complete the second year of the College Prep Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus I and teacher recommendation.328 COREPLUS 2 CCP (FLEX) BLK 2 Credits Career/College Prep Grade 10 This full year course builds on the foundations of the CorePlus I CCP (Flex) course. It uses a problem-based approach to integrate topics of algebra, geometry, and statistics with functions, probability, and discrete math. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention to improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Prerequisite: CorePlus I CCP Flex (Courses 312) and teacher recommendation.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 26331 COREPLUS 3 H BLK 2 Credits Honors Grades 9,10,11,12 This full year course is open to students who completed the semester CorePlus 2, Honors level course at the high school. This course builds on the foundation of CorePlus 1 and 2. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, trigonometry, and discrete math are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematical and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. This course is required to complete the third year of the Honors level Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus 2 H (Semester course 320) and teacher recommendation.333 COREPLUS 3 CP BLK 2 Credits College Prep Grades 10 (select), 11 This full year course builds on the foundations of CorePlus 1 and 2. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Practice for the PSSA test will also be included. Upon completion of course 333, students will have finished the third year of the College Prep level, Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus 2 CP (Course 316 or 321) and a teacher recommendation.336 COREPLUS 3 JY FLEX BLK 2 Credits Career/College Prep Grade 11 This course builds on the foundations of the CorePlus 2 CCP (Flex) course. It uses a problem-based approach to integrate topics of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry with statistics. Practice for the PSSA test will also be included in this course. Each topic is studied with slow and deliberate attention to improving mathematical skills and problem solving. Co-Requisite/Prerequisite: Students should be “on grade level” for English and math; CorePlus 2 CCP Flex and teacher recommendation.339 COREPLUS 3JYCP BLK 2 Credits College Prep Grade 11 This full year class for JUNIORS ONLY builds on a foundation of CorePlus 1 and 2. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics in statistics. Practice for the PSSA test will also be included. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Co-Requisite/Prerequisite: Students should be “on grade level” for English and math; CorePlus 2 CCP (Course 325) and teacher recommendation.351 COREPLUS 4 EAH 1 Credit Honors Grade 11 This semester course is for students who have been enrolled in the Emerald Academy during 10th grade. Content from CorePlus 4 will be completed as well as a unit in calculus and other math topics. This course is required for completion of the CorePlus program prior to taking AP Calculus, AP Statistics or Discrete Math. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 in the Emerald Academy and teacher recommendation.343 COREPLUS 3 12 CCP (Part A) 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 12 This semester course builds on the foundations of CorePlus 1 and 2. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus 2 CCP (course 325) and teacher recommendation344 COREPLUS 3 12 CCP (Part B) 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 12 This semester course is a continuation of CorePlus 3 12 A CCP. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 12 A CCP (Course 343) or CorePlus 3 J CCP Sem (Course 342) and teacher recommendation.353 COREPLUS 4 H (Part A) 1 Credit Honors Grades 10, 11, 12 This semester course continues to prepare students for college mathematics. The strands of algebra and functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and discrete math are interwoven as the course content. Formal and symbolic reasoning RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 27 strategies are developed as complements to more inductive arguments and numerical and graphical approaches to problems developed in previous integrated courses. Prerequisite: Completion of CorePlus 3 H (Course 331) and teacher recommendation.354 COREPLUS 4 H (Part B) 1 Credit Honors Grades 10, 11, 12 This semester course, a continuation of CorePlus 4 AH prepares students for college mathematics. The strands of algebra and functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and discrete math are interwoven as the course content. Formal and symbolic reasoning strategies are developed as complements to more inductive arguments and numerical and graphical approaches to problems developed in previous integrated courses. Upon the completion of courses 353 and 354, students will have finished the fourth year of the Honors level integrated program. Prerequisite: CorePlus 4AH (Course 353) and teacher recommendation.355 COREPLUS 4 CP (Part A) 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 This semester course continues to prepare students who intend to attend college and major in an area with a science, math, or technical emphasis. The strands of algebra and functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and discrete math are interwoven as the course content. Formal and symbolic reasoning strategies are developed as complements to more inductive arguments and numerical and graphical approaches to problems developed in previous integrated courses. Specific topics include rates of change, counting models, binomial distributions, and polynomial functions. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 B CP (Course 335) and teacher recommendation.356 COREPLUS 4 CP (Part B) 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 This semester course is a continuation of 355 (CorePlus 4A CP) and is designed for students who intend to attend college and major in an area with a science, math, or technical emphasis. The strands of algebra and functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and discrete math are interwoven as the course content. Formal and symbolic reasoning strategies are developed as complements to more inductive arguments and numerical and graphical approaches to problems developed in previous integrated courses. Specific topics in this course include vector analysis, logarithmic functions, functions and symbolic reasoning, and space geometry. Upon the completion of courses 355 and 356, students will have finished the fourth year of the College Prep level Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus 4A CP (Course 355).357 COREPLUS 4 CP 1 Credit College Prep Grade 12 This semester course is a terminal math course designed for SENIORS ONLY who wish to finish their CorePlus experience with a single semester course. Topics in this course include basic concepts from calculus, logarithmic functions, counting models, and binomial distributions. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3BLK and teacher recommendation360 COREPLUS 4 CCP 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 12 This semester course builds on the foundations of the CorePlus 3 CCP curriculum. Practice for the SAT test may also be included. It further strengthens the mathematics and problem solving skills in order to prepare students in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 JY CP (Course 339) and teacher recommendation.361 COREPLUS 4 CCP FLEX 1 Credit Career/College Prep Selected Enrollment Grade 12 This course builds on the foundations of the CorePlus 3 CCP Flex course. It further strengthens the mathematics and problem solving skills in order to prepare students in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 JY Flex (336) and teacher recommendation.371 AP CALCULUS AB 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year, college level course covers content aligned with the Advanced Placement College Board recommendations. Topics focus on limits, exponential functions. logarithmic functions, derivatives, integrals, volumes and their applications. Students who take this course will be prepared to take the AB advanced placement test in Calculus.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 28Prerequisite: Completion of CorePlus 4 including unit 1 from the AP Calculus textbook, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.372 AP CALCULUS BC 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grade 12 This full year, college level course covers content aligned with the Advanced Placement College Board recommendations. Topics focus on analysis of planar curves through the use of parametric, polar, and vector functions, as well as the derivatives and definite integrals of such. Also included are numerical solutions to differential equations. Prerequisite: AP Calculs AB, teacher recommendation, and Parent Signature Page.377 AP STATISTICS w/ DISCRETE 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year, college level course will focus on the four broad conceptual themes of exploring data, planning a study, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. Students who take this course will be prepared to take the advanced placement test in statistics. The Discrete Math portion of the course deals with complex problem solving of real world issues. It has applications in careers such as networking, telecommunications, computer hardware and software design, robotics and much more. It is an excellent tool to help improve your problem solving skills. If you plan to study computer science or computer engineering, this course is critical. Prerequisite: Completion of CorePlus 4, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.378 AP STATISTICS (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement math course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (U.S. History, Government, or Physics B) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. See description for course # 377. Prerequisite: Completion of CorePlus 4, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.380 DISCRETE MATH 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 This semester course deals with complex problem solving of real world issues. It has applications in careers such as networking, telecommunications, computer hardware and software design, robotics and much more. It is an excellent tool to help improve your problem solving skills. If you plan to study computer science or computer engineering, this course is important for you. Prerequisite: Completion of the CorePlus program and teacher recommendation.MUSIC 756 CHORUS 2 Credits Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is open to anyone who is interested in singing and already possesses the basics of sight-reading, vocal technique, and production. There is a presumption that students are familiar with ear training, musical terms and symbols, and musical expression, although all concepts will be reinforced. Students will learn about the cultural and historical context of the music they perform. They will be taught to evaluate and respond critically to works they hear and perform. Some solo vocal performance is required in class. Students will participate in all choral concerts. SOME EVENING REHEARSALS ARE REQUIRED. This course meets everyday all year.769 BAND 2 Credits Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is for students who wish to perform in the Ridley High School Concert Band. This is a large-group ensemble that performs two concerts throughout the school year. Large group, small group and individual instruction will be provided so that each student may grow according to his or her individual musical needs. Any student who plays a band instrument (brass, woodwind, or percussion) may participate in the instrumental ensembles throughout the school year. Some evening rehearsals will be required. This course meets everyday all year. Prerequisite: Students must have musical literacy and be able to play an instrumentRHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 29MARCHING BAND Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This ensemble is for students who wish to participate in the acclaimed Ridley Raider Marching Band. This ensemble meets completely off-school time, including some rehearsals throughout the summer, band camp in August, and evening rehearsals throughout the fall semester. This band performs at all home and away football games, and participates in the Cavalcade circuit of competitive marching bands. Interested students should contact Ms. DiMeglio for the summer and fall rehearsal/performance schedule.790 5th BLOCK BAND .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 For those students who are not able to fit band into their schedule during the four main blocks of the day, students may take the option of “5th Block Band.” This ensemble meets on Tuesday and Friday from 2:35 – 3:15, and is otherwise identical to regular band. Prerequisite: Students must have musical literacy and be able to play an instrument792 5th BLOCK CHORUS .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 For those students who are not able to fit chorus into their schedule during the four main blocks of the day, students may take the option of “5th Block Chorus.” This ensemble meets two days a week from 2:35 – 3:15, and is otherwise identical to regular chorus.HALF-YEAR BAND OR CHORUS Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Students who are having difficulty registering for full year band and chorus may schedule for half-year. It is recommended that students participate in the musical activities for a full year to maintain their growth and development as a musician. Under special circumstances, students may be granted permission to schedule for fall or spring semester band or chorus.Music Coding Section Course Meets Credits per semester Course Codes Chorus (Sem 1) every day 1 750 Chorus (Sem 2) every day 1 751 Chorus alternate day all year .5 754 (Grade 9 & 10 w/ HPE) Band (Sem 1) every day 1 765 Band (Sem 2) every day 1 766 Band alternate day all year .5 767 (Grade 9 & 10 w/ HPE) Chorus/Band alternate day all year .5 782 Band/Chorus alternate day all year .5 783**Alternate Day courses are to be scheduled only if you wish to alternate HPE and Music**770 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is a semester-long non-performance course for any student wishing to improve his or her instrumental music skills, from beginner to advanced. Open to any student at any level, students may elect to take this course for a variety of purposes. Individual goals and objectives will be set at the beginning of the semester with teacher guidance. Students are expected to work independently on assigned teacher-guided work. Students will receive an individual lesson on their instrument two or three times per week. Each Friday, students will perform for the class the material covered that week. At the conclusion of the semester, the student who successfully completes this course will have improved their instrumental performance skills.771 MUSIC THEORY AND HARMONY 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course offers a series of musical topics, including the mechanics of musical writing. The fundamental elements of music are taught, leading to the writing of musical melodies and their proper harmonization. Sight singing (solfeggio) and music dictation are also included. This course is especially good for band and chorus members, and is prerequisite to study music in college. This course can only be taken once. This is not a multi-year course. Corequisite: Student should be actively pursuing another music course or studying vocal music or an instrument outside of school.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 30772 ADVANCED MUSIC THEORY AND HARMONY 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course will extend in depth and breadth the topics begun in Music Theory and Harmony. Analysis of 18th Century to 20th Century harmony will be the basis for the courses, as well as advanced ear-training skills. Diligence and success in these courses will generate success in college study of music theory. This course can only be taken once. This is not a multi-year course. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation774 HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 In History of Rock and Roll, students will explore the historical, social, and cultural aspects surrounding rock and roll music. Students will be exposed to the many different sub-genres and styles of the general genre that is “rock and roll”. We will explore the social and cultural factors that gave rise to, and responded to, music of a certain time. Students will analyze and listen to music to better understand rock and roll and how it is intertwined with history and culture. 781 GUITAR 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course will outline various aspects of guitar performance. Students will learn a variety of chords, scales, and playing techniques on acoustic guitar and electric guitar. Students will also be required to read a series of different notation systems. Many styles of music will be covered in class. It is preferred, but not mandatory, that students own a guitar. This course can only be taken once. This is not a multi-year course.784 GUITAR 2 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course is an extension of Guitar 1. Advanced topics including scale/chord relationships, improvisation, and varied musical styles will be covered, as well as more advanced guitar-based compositional activities.773 MUSIC BUSINESS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is an overview of the Music Business industry in the United States. Instruction on current business trends and practices within the industry will be covered. Topics include copyright law, marketing, recording, basic business practices, success and failure within the industry, and music technology. The course will culminate with a student project in which the students will have to come up with their own business plan for a music-related business. 7749 MUSIC HISTORY .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This non-performance course will cover the history of Western classical music from its earliest developing stages in the Middle Ages to 20th/21st Century and the Avant-Garde. Topics will include study of Renaissance, Baroque, Viennese, Romantic, and 20th/21st Century compositions, musical form, common musical practices, and composers from each period of study. This course is a prerequisite to the study of music at the collegiate level. 7759 VOCAL TECHNIQUES .5 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is for students who wish to broaden the scope of their vocal technique. Various musical styles will be addressed as well as basic music theory and vocal health. Individual and small-group instruction will be central to the course. Students preparing collegiate and/or PMEA auditions are encouraged to take this course.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 31SCIENCE 451 PHYSICS 1st (H) 1 Credit Honors Grade 9 This Physics First course involves the construction, validation and application of scientific models. Scientific models are coherent units of structured knowledge. Students will use this knowledge to learn the use of general laws or principles in physics. Students can apply their knowledge of principles and models to a variety of situations to describe, explain, or predict physical events or to design experiments. A 2 GB or higher flash drive is required. Prerequisite /Corequisite: CorePlus 2 or higher415 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CP 1 Credit College Prep Grade 9 This course examines the major concepts and principles in environmental science with a focus on principles of ecology, biology, and chemistry that promote an understanding of environmental systems. Class content includes scientific method, the biosphere, ecosystems and communities, populations, human ecology, conservation of mass, gas laws, and energy. Students will use the scientific method for laboratory activities designed to explore and reinforce concepts studied in class. Class requirements include practical labs, class work, fieldwork, tests, quizzes, and models that will require students to use higher level thinking skills like analysis, interpretation, evaluation and synthesis.416 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CCP 1 Credit Career/College Prep Selected Enrollment Grade 9 This course examines the major concepts and principles in environmental science with a focus on the ecological, biological, and chemical principles that promote an understanding of environmental systems. Class content includes scientific method, the biosphere, ecosystems and communities, populations, human ecology, conservation of mass, gas laws, and energy. Students will use the scientific method for laboratory activities designed to explore and reinforce concepts studied in class. The major difference between this course and the CP course is the special emphasis for student learning needs and modifications of the learning environment. Class requirements include practical labs, class work, fieldwork, tests, quizzes, and models that will require students to use higher level thinking skills like analysis, interpretation, evaluation and synthesis. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP431 CHEMISTRY H 1 Credit Honors Grade 10 Chemistry is a quantitative science that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, basic atomic structure, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, heat in chemical reactions, and gas laws. Knowing laboratory setups and the procedures for conducting particular tests is another important aspect of this course. Students planning careers in the sciences and/or mathematical related fields and those required to take college chemistry are encouraged to elect this program. Reading and reasoning competence, as well as adequate preparation in mathematics, are essential preparation to ensure success. This course is intended for students who are in the accelerated science track or equivalent. Students wishing to accelerate in the sciences should take both Chemistry and Biology in their sophomore year. Prerequisite: Physics (Honors), and teacher recommendation. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Core Plus 3421 BIOLOGY H 1 Credit Honors Grades 10 ,11 This course takes a molecular approach to life science. Topics include biochemistry, matter and energy, cell transport, cell structure, cell division, genetics, molecular genetics, classification, and evolution. Students will complete laboratory exercises to reinforce and explore concepts presented in class. The ability to read technical material and to manage one’s time will be essential skills for success in this class. Students will complete group and independent projects throughout the semester. Students wishing to accelerate in the sciences should take both Chemistry and Biology in their sophomore year. Prerequisite: 9th grade Physics (Honors) and Chemistry (Honors) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Core Plus 3432 CHEMISTRY CP 1 Credit College Prep Grade 10 This is a college prep science course that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, atomic structure, electron configuration, the periodic table, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 32 chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, carbon-based chemistry, acids and bases, and equilibrium. The investigation into these topics is done with an emphasis on the process of science by way of hands on activities, laboratory experiences, and mathematical and non-mathematical analysis of data. 438 CHEMISTRY CP 1 Credit College Prep Grade 11 This is a college prep science course that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, atomic structure, electron configuration, the periodic table, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, carbon-based chemistry, acids and bases, and equilibrium. The investigation into these topics is done with an emphasis on the process of science by way of hands on activities, laboratory experiences, and mathematical and non-mathematical analysis of data. 437 CHEMISTRY CCP 1 Credit Career/College Prep Selected Enrollment Grade 10 This is a career/college prep science course that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, atomic structure, electron configuration, the periodic table, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, carbon-based chemistry, acids and bases, and equilibrium. The investigation into these topics is done with an emphasis on the process of science by way of hands on activities, laboratory experiences, and mathematical and non-mathematical analysis of data. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP440 CHEMISTRY CCP 1 Credit Career/College Prep Selected Enrollment Grade 11 This is a career/college prep science course that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, atomic structure, electron configuration, the periodic table, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, carbon-based chemistry, acids and bases, and equilibrium. The investigation into these topics is done with an emphasis on the process of science by way of hands on activities, laboratory experiences, and mathematical and non-mathematical analysis of data. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP441 BIO CP ACADEMY COHORT 1 Credit College Prep Selected Enrollment Grade 11 Biology is designed as an introductory, college prep course in the area of biological sciences. Major focus of the course is the study of biology with emphasis placed on the structural and functional similarities and differences found among living things, the chemical and structural basis of living organisms, how genetic information is inherited and expressed, mitosis and meiosis, and the mechanisms of the theory of evolution. Students in this course will have already completed courses in physical science and chemistry. Prerequisite: Course #430 Chem CP Academy Cohort 460 AP BIOLOGY 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11,12 Advanced Placement Biology is a college level biology course that covers three major areas as prescribed by the Advanced Placement Syllabus. Subject material for the Fall Semester will cover the following topics: molecules and cell; cellular energetics; heredity; molecular genetics; and, evolutionary biology. The laboratory component of the Fall semester includes experiments involving diffusion and osmosis, enzyme catalysis, mitosis and meiosis, cell respiration, photosynthesis, molecular biology of genetics, Drosophila genetics, cardiology, behavior, dissolved oxygen studies in ecosystems, and Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium. The Subject material of the Spring semester will cover the following topics: diversity of organisms; structure and function of plants and animals; and ecology. This course also has a laboratory component that includes experiments involving physiology of the circulatory system, transpiration, behavior and habitat selection, and dissolved oxygen studies in ecosystems. Students enrolled in the course are expected to take the Advanced Placement Biology Examination. Students must take the AP exam to receive AP credit. Co/Prerequisites: Biology I (Honors), Physics First and Chemistry (Honors) with a minimum grade of “B” in each, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.425 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 Students who take this course should have an interest in allied health, various medical fields and/or an interest in the human body and how it works. The areas which are studied in Human Anatomy and Physiology I include an introduction to the structure and function of the body, cells and tissues, organ systems of the body, mechanisms of disease, the integumentary system and body membranes, the skeletal system, the muscular system, blood, the heart and heart disease, the circulation of the blood, and the lymphatic system and immunity. Clinical implications will be discussed for each body system. Dissection of the fetal pig and possibly other specimens are RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 33 done. As part of the course, students may participate in field experiences through the Taylor Hospital Allied Health Program. This course is intended for those students who wish to pursue higher education and/or want to enter a technical field after high school. Co/Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry426 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 2 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 is a continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Students who take this course should have an interest in allied health, various medical fields and/or an interest in the human body and how it works. The areas studied in this course include the nervous system, the senses, the endocrine system, the respiratory system the digestive system, nutrition and metabolism, the urinary system, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, the reproductive systems, growth and development, genetics and genetics diseases. Clinical implications will be discussed for each body system. Dissection of the fetal pig and possibly other specimens are done. As part of the course, students may participate in field experiences through the Taylor Hospital Allied Health Program. This course is intended for those students who wish to pursue higher education and/or want to enter a technical field after high school. Prerequisite: Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 and teacher recommendation 428 HORTICULTURE 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grades 11,12 This hands-on course offers the student an opportunity to explore and study numerous aspects of the horticultural industry. Everything learned in the classroom will be applied in the greenhouse, the laboratory, or outside in the field through site visitations and high school building beautification projects. Students will work in crews while exploring the following units: interiorscaping, plant structure, plant pests and diseases, plant propagation, soil science and technology, greenhouse management, landscape design and maintenance, conservation and ecology, and career exploration.452 PHYSICS I CP 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 This college prep course is designed for the student who might be interested in pursuing the study of science in college. Students will find this course most rewarding as an introduction to the development of scientific thought. Topics of study during the semester cover motion, Newton’s Laws, collisions, magnetism, energy, light, and electricity. The “discovery” method of learning is employed in conjunction with the trial of ideas in the laboratory to bring about understanding. The laboratory and seminar type of discussion held in the classroom provides training in careful observation and inductive reasoning. Most of the time spent in the classroom is devoted to teacher-guided discussions. Students are encouraged to pursue their own solutions through a free exchange of ideas. This class is not appropriate for former Emerald Academy students.454 AP PHYSICS B 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 The primary goal of the course will be to synthesize the fundamental concepts of mechanics, heat, kinetic theory, thermodynamics, wave motion, light, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics with the history of physics and technological developments. Percentage coverage approximates: Newtonian Mechanics (35%),Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics (15%), Electricity and Magnetism (25%), Waves and Optics (15%), Atomic and Nuclear Physics (10%) . The exploration of problem solving models, theory development and physical laws will be promoted through the study of experimental techniques that allow students to be actively involved in laboratory work. Detailed and in depth writing of reports and journals are required. This course has a strong core for the use of mathematical skills. Students entering this course should have taken or should be concurrently enrolled in Core Plus 3A. This course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life sciences, pre-medicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science. Prerequisite: Chemistry (Honors), teacher recommendation, and Parent Signature Page. Prerequisite /Corequisite: Core Plus 3A455 AP PHYSICS B (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement science course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (U.S. History, Government, or Statistics) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. See course description for course 454. Prerequisite: Completion of Chemistry (Honors), teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page. Prerequisite /Corequisite: Core Plus 3ARHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 34456 AP PHYSICS C - MECHANICAL 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This course presents an in-depth study of motion and forces including the study of kinematics, physical motion in time, vectors, Newton’s Laws of Motion, energy, momentum, dynamics of rotating systems, and simple harmonic motion. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the student’s ability to communicate their understanding through writing and a seminar discussion format. Students enrolled in this course should have taken or should be concurrently enrolled in AP Calculus AB. AP Physics is a calculus based physics course. This course is intended for those students who wish to pursue higher education as a science major or an engineering major. Students will be prepared for the AP examination in May. Prerequisite: Completion of Physics 1 or Physics 1st, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.457 AP PHYSICS C – MECHANICAL (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement science course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (U.S. History, Government, or Statistics) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. See course description for course 456. Prerequisite: Completion of Physics 1 or Physics 1st, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.435 FORENSICS 1 Credit College Prep Grades 11, 12 The emphasis of this course is on solving problems using forensic science. Various types of evidence will be discussed such as fingerprints, hairs, fibers, blood, and skeletal remains. Students will gather data and solve problems, thinking critically about what they observe. Students will experience first hand how forensic science works. The concepts of forensic science will be taught through thought- provoking cases and scenarios that require students to take what they have learned and apply it to new situations. Students will research a famous case in forensics and present it to the class. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1436 AP CHEMISTRY 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This course is designed to be the equivalent of a general college chemistry course and follows the nationally recognized AP curriculum. It differs from other first year high school chemistry courses in that it uses a college level text, has summer assignments, covers more topics, emphasizes chemical calculations and mathematical formulation of principles, and more intensive laboratory work. Quantitative differences appear in the number of topics treated, the time spent on the course by students and the nature and variety of experiments done in the laboratory. This course is demanding due to the cumulative and mathematical nature of this course and its dependency on prior knowledge. Topics include thermochemistry, electronic structure, periodic properties, bonding, molecular geometry, gases, intermolecular forces, solutions, kinetics, and equilibrium. All students will be well prepared to take the Advanced Placement exam administered each May. Students will receive AP level credit if they take the Advanced Placement Examination. Prerequisites: “B” average or better in Chemistry 1 Honors, Physics, and teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page. Students should have completed CorePlus 4.419 ASTRONOMY 1 Credit College Prep Grade 12 This course capitalizes on students’ interest in the universe that surrounds them. Students will use measurements and observations to explore the solar system, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. Students will conduct hands-on activities including observations of the skies, building models to explain observations and to make predictions that relate to everyday applications. Several evening classes may be required to observe seasonal night skies. This course focuses on developing an understanding of astronomy using real world math and physics. This course is intended for those students who are truly interested in science. This course is not intended to replace a physics class.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 35SOCIAL STUDIES204 HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 1 Credit Honors Grade 9 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 205 HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 1 Credit College Prep Grade 9 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 206 HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 9 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEPAll ninth grade students are required to take Human Geography, the study of the many cultural aspects found throughout the world and how they related to the spaces and places in which people live. The course is designed to provide students with a geographic framework with which to understand and evaluate key world issues. Students will learn the basics of geographic inquiry, including geoterms and statistical data. Topics addressed during the semester include geotourism, consumption patterns worldwide, the impact of technology on various regions, the future of key natural resources, the population explosion, and the impact of genocide. The basic text for the course is Geography Alive. Special emphasis will be placed on reading comprehension, critical writing and cooperative learning activities. The Honors and College Prep courses will include supplemental units from The Choices Program at Brown University and other relevant instructional materials.211 WORLD HISTORY 1 Credit Honors Grade 10 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 212 WORLD HISTORY 1 Credit College Prep Grade 10 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 213 WORLD HISTORY 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 10 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP All tenth grade students will take the World History course, which focuses on major events of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries as they relate to Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. The course is arranged thematically and begins with a unit on the Industrial Revolution, with an emphasis on the growth of modern economic systems and their impact on world history. Additional topics include Imperialism, World War I and II, major revolutions around the world, the rise of dictators and the Cold War. This course will continue the department’s focus on reading comprehension, critical writing and primary source analysis. 230 U.S. HISTORY H 1 Credit Honors Grade 11 This is a survey course that offers students an intensive study of American history from 1865 to the present. The course addresses major social, political, economic, diplomatic, and intellectual movements and trends in America. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. Students are required to prepare weekly writing assignments based on textbook readings and primary source documents. A number of major historic periods will be examined in depth throughout the course. Students will be well prepared to make the transition to Advanced Placement U.S. History in their senior year. Prerequisite: B average or better in previous Honors level social studies course or an A average or better in previous College Prep level social studies course and teacher recommendation. 232 U.S. HISTORY CP 1 Credit College Prep Grade 11 This is a survey course that offers students an in-depth study of key eras in American history. The course addresses major social, political, economic, and cultural movements and trends in America from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. Students will examine key historical documents and will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the time period and movement being studied. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationRHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 36234 U.S. HISTORY CCP 1 Credit Career/College Prep Grade 11 This is a survey course that offers students a study of American history and addresses major social, political, economic, and cultural movements from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. Students will prepare weekly writing assignments based on textbook readings and primary source documents. Several historical documents will be examined in depth throughout the course. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the time period and movement being studied. Grammar, vocabulary development and reading comprehension skills are on-going components of the course. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 236 U.S. HISTORY CCP (FLEX) 1 Credit Career College Prep-Flex Grade 11 This is a survey course that offers students a study of American history and addresses major social, political, economic, and cultural movements from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and critical thinking skills. Students will prepare weekly writing assignments based on textbook readings and primary source documents. Several historical documents will be examined in depth throughout the course. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the time period and movement being studied. Grammar, vocabulary development and reading comprehension skills are on-going components of the course. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP238 U.S. HISTORY GA 1 Credit General Academic Grade 11 This course follows the major themes of the traditional US History survey course. Students within this class focus on the development of reading comprehension skills, as well as the study of United States history. Teachers provide students the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge through a variety of projects and class presentations. In the area of written expression, emphasis is on the use of appropriate organization, vocabulary, mechanics, and content, while composing paragraphs and short essays that address historic topics. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and IEP220 SENIOR SEMINAR- ISSUES IN AMERICA 1 Credit College Prep Grade 12 This course is a required course for all Ridley High School seniors who are currently in an AP, Honors or College Prep level program. Students currently in the AP track do not need to take this course as long as he or she is enrolled in another AP social studies course. The course is divided into four major units of study during which students will address the major political, social, and economic issues facing America in the 21st century. Students will have some input into the topics included in certain units of the course.257 THE WORLD OF ADOLESCENTS 1 Credit Grades 9, 10 This course will involve two core components. The evolving view of adolescents in the context of their society; and media analysis focusing specifically on adolescent portrayals. This course will focus on issues involving adolescents, such as: self image vs. societal images, adolescent relationships, family structures, peer pressure, gender roles, prejudice, stereotypes, violence, racism and bias. Students will learn to critically interact with visual and mass media in an educational setting. Through research, readings, presentations, storyboard creation and scripting, role-playing and writing, students will demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills in relation to the various issues in their lives.239 AP AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement social studies course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (U.S. History, Government, or Physics B) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. This course is designed to give students a critical perspective on government and politics in our country and how the components work together. The goal of the course is to increase students’ understanding of the American political system--its framework, values, and traditions. Students will be asked to examine and analyze patterns of political behavior and their consequences, especially in regard to political parties, elections, interest groups, and individual political beliefs. They will also examine the processes and institutions through which the political system functions, the public policies, which these institutions establish, and how these policies are implemented. Students will demonstrate critical analysis and interpretation of various course materials through discussion, RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 37 writing, and debate activities. AP American Government and Politics is comparable to an introductory college course; therefore, students selecting it should be highly motivated. Students will receive AP level credit if they take the Advanced Placement Examination. Prerequisite: “B” average or better in previous social studies courses, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.243 AP EUROPEAN HISTORY (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement social studies course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (U.S. History, Government, or Physics B) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. The Advanced Placement European History course addresses European History since 1450 and introduces students to the cultural, economic, political, and social development of the world. The course focus is on the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present day society and politics and the evolution of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. Students will demonstrate critical analysis and interpretation of various course materials through discussion, writing, and debate activities. AP European History is comparable to an introductory college course; therefore, students selecting it should be highly motivated. Students will receive AP level credit if they take the Advanced Placement Examination. Prerequisite: “B” average or better in previous social studies courses, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.245 AP U.S. HISTORY (AM) 2 Credits Advanced Placement Grades 11, 12 This full year block will allow students the opportunity to take an advanced placement social studies course and another AP course in the time most students will only be taking one. This program will start at 7:25 AM everyday and run through the regular first block. This course will run approximately 60 minutes. Students will need to partner this class with another AM AP offering (Government, Statistics, or Physics B) or AM AP Seminar. The greatest benefit of this pilot program to students is the flexibility in their schedule to have 3 blocks remaining with 2 of their major subjects already completed. AP US History is designed to provide students with the analytical skills and content knowledge to deal critically with issues and events in American history. This seminar-style course builds on the material learned in the pre-AP honors level American Experience course. Students will use a thematic approach to analyze the major historic periods from 1607 to the present. Special emphasis is placed on the interpretation of primary source documents, reading and writing. All students will be well prepared to take the Advanced Placement exam administered each May. Prerequisite: “B” average or better in previous social studies courses, teacher recommendation and Parent Signature Page.252 PSYCHOLOGY 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Are you interested in learning the meaning of your dreams or why your friends and family act the way they do? This course is an introduction to the field of psychology where you will explore the relationship between biology and behavior. Some topics of study will be the brain, personality, intelligence, dreams, and learning. This course will consist of in-class simulations, discussions, and observations, which will help students, learn more about themselves and others. In addition to doing outside research for a final assessment, students will be expected to read from the text and outside sources.253 SOCIOLOGY 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Did you know that the groups to which you belong and the society in which you live largely shape your behavior? Understanding the ideas of sociology helps you gain better insights into yourself and your social world. Throughout the course, students will investigate the many challenges facing us in the 21st century. Issues such as discrimination and prejudice, gender, religion, the media, technology, and what the future holds in store for our society will be topics for discussion. In addition to class projects and activities, students will have use of a textbook and other resources.266 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 International Relations is the study of global affairs, specifically those affecting the United States. The underlying principle of American foreign policy will provide the framework from which this course will be built. Emphasis will be placed upon the increasing interdependence between nations and the role of the United States within the international arena. Our understanding of the structure and operation of global affairs will highlight a deeper comprehension of the process of American foreign policy-making as we consider why certain decisions are made and debate their consequences at home and abroad. Prerequisite: Social studies teacher recommendation.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 38283 CRIMINAL JUSTICE 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This course is intended to introduce students to the origins, components, applications, and controversies of our criminal justice system. Since crime and violence are two of the most critical social issues facing us, time will be spent on the current causes of crime and the cost and consequences to our society. Our court system, police departments, correctional systems, and capital punishment will be analyzed and discussed. Juvenile justice and the rights and responsibilities as citizens of the United States will also have major emphasis. Activities will include field trips, guest speakers, role-play, and mock trials.284 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 This elective course will introduce you to American constitutional law and legal theory, and the role the United States Supreme Court plays in shaping the everyday lives of American citizens. In this class, we will focus on the decisions the Supreme Court has made in key areas concerning “fundamental rights.” You will become familiar with the reasoning of the Supreme Court in the following areas: 1) speech/expression, 2) privacy, reproductive rights and personal autonomy, 3) religion, 4) discrimination based upon gender, race, and other classifications, 4) freedom of the press, 5) voting rights, 6) criminal procedure, 7) right to bear arms, and 8) freedom of association. The course will entail a detailed analysis of American constitutional legal theory and the principle of judicial review through an examination of the provisions of the original Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the 14th Amendment, and the decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court in key areas of constitutional law. Critical writing, critical thinking, and oral presentation skills are central to this course. Prerequisite: Social studies teacher recommendation.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 39SPECIAL PROGRAMSTHE EMERALD ACADEMYThe Emerald Academy is an honors program at the high school that focuses on nurturing the skills needed for students to succeed at the Honors level and to move on to Advanced Placement courses in their junior and senior years. Students will have remediation as well as enrichment time scheduled into the course of their day. Classes will start at 7:30 AM.All students wishing to be part of the Emerald Academy must complete an application (available on the High School website), which requires three teacher recommendations and one from their guidance counselor. Students who have not taken Int Alg/Geo or Math Plus III in the middle school must either pass the math placement test with a B or better or participate in a six-week summer program to accelerate to CorePlus 2. The summer program is scheduled to begin June 18, 2012 and conclude on July 26, 2012.Academy students must select seven (7) courses including English, CorePlus math, Physics, Human Geography, Spanish, HPE, and SIHS. One (1) additional elective must be scheduled. Students wishing to may schedule band or chorus as their elective.All core curriculum areas within the Emerald Academy carry Honors level weight unless otherwise indicated.9910 EMAC ENGLISH 9 1 English Credit Grade 9 This highly intensive, full year course will continue to emphasize mastery in the following areas: reading comprehension, writing skills (narrative, informational, and persuasive modes), vocabulary, grammar, and usage. This English course develops mastery in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development. Students will develop the skills necessary to compose a multitude of formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. Great emphasis is placed on MLA format and MLA style research. Students must be highly motivated, serious students of language and literature who are prepared to commit to developing the sophisticated critical and analytical skills necessary to enter AP English in the 12th grade. Students will be expected to engage in self-directed activities that require above average reading and writing skills. Great emphasis is placed on personal responsibility. Each marking period, students will have the opportunity to select independent novels and will participate in Reading Workshop activities. For maximum success, students should be highly self-motivated and be prolific readers and writers. Prerequisite: Honor level criteria / recommendation The above works represent a broad spectrum of modern and classical literature, and all serve to feed into the AP test for these students’ senior year.9913 EMAC ENGLISH 10 1 English Credit Grade 10 This full year course will emphasize mastery of the fundamental skills of communication by providing training in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and reasoning. All standard English courses stress growth in spelling, mechanics, usage, and vocabulary as well as improvement in sentence, paragraph, and essay development. Students will develop the necessary skills to compose formal papers based on their reading. Students will engage in a wide variety of written and oral activities and projects relevant to the literature being read. Students should be highly motivated, serious students of language and literature who are prepared to commit to developing the sophisticated critical thinking and composition skills necessary to enter AP English in the 12th grade. Students will be expected to engage in self-directed activities, which require above average reading and writing skills. Students will engage in the research process and compose a formal paper. Through the research process, students will gain valuable experience with MLA internal documentation and citation. Additionally, students will share research information with a supplementary multi-media presentation PowerPoint and a formal speech. Each marking period, students will have the opportunity to select independent novels and will participate in Reading Workshop activities. Students will receive Emerald Academy weighted credit for this course. Details can be found in the GPA /Class Rank section of the Course Selection Guide. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation The above works represent a broad spectrum of modern and classical literature, and all serve to feed into the AP test for these students’ senior year.9930 EMAC COREPLUS 2 1 Math Credit Grade 9 This full year course builds on the foundation of CorePlus Integrated Math I from the middle school. Through investigations of real- life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, and trigonometry are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematics and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. . Students will receive Emerald Academy weighted credit for this course. Details can be found in the GPA and Honor Roll section of the Course Selection Guide. RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 40Prerequisite: CorePlus Integrated Math 1 at the middle school and teacher recommendation OR a 6-week summer school program currently scheduled to begin June 18, 2012 and conclude on July 26, 2012.9931 EMAC COREPLUS 3 R 1 Math Credit Grade 9 This full year course is open to students who completed Mr. Ryan’s 8th grade Math Plus 2 with a “B” or better. Through investigations of real-life problems, traditional content such as algebra, geometry, functions, trigonometry, and discrete math are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematical and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Students will receive Emerald Academy weighted credit for this course. Details can be found in the GPA /Class Rank section of the Course Selection Guide. Prerequisite: Mr. Ryan’s Math Plus 2 at the middle school and teacher recommendation.9932 EMAC COREPLUS 3 1 Math Credit Grade 10 This full year course is open to students who completed the semester CorePlus 2, Honors level course in the Academy. This course builds on the foundation of CorePlus 1 and 2. Through investigations of real-life problems, the traditional content of algebra, geometry, functions, trigonometry, and discrete math are integrated with topics such as statistics and probability. This course prepares students to use mathematical and problem solving skills in further education and career pursuits. Prerequisite: CorePlus 2 H (Course 9930 in the Academy) and teacher recommendation or (Course 320 outside of the Academy) and remediation. As many as 6 units of remediation may be required for a student to have the necessary background.9933 EMAC COREPLUS 4 R 1 Math Credit Grade 10 This full year course is open to students who have completed CorePlus 3 R course in the Academy. The strands of algebra and functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and discrete math are interwoven as this course continues to prepare students for college mathematics. Formal and symbolic reasoning strategies are developed as complements to more inductive arguments and numerical and graphical approaches to problems developed in previous integrated courses. This course is required to complete the fourth year of the level 1R Integrated Program. Prerequisite: CorePlus 3 H in the Academy (9931) and teacher recommendation or (course 331 outside of the Academy) and teacher recommendation. As many as 5 units of remediation may be required for a student to have the necessary background.9940 EMAC PHYSICS I 1 Science Credit Grade 9 This Physics First course involves the construction, validation and application of scientific models. Scientific models are coherent units of structured knowledge. Students will use this knowledge to learn the use of general laws or principles in physics. Students can apply their knowledge of principles and models to a variety of situations to describe, explain, or predict physical events or to design experiments. A 2 GB or higher flash drive is required. Students will receive Emerald Academy weighted credit for this course. Details can be found in the GPA /Class Rank section of the Course Selection Guide. Prerequisite /Corequisite: Core Plus 2 or higher9945 EMAC CHEMISTRY I 1 Science Credit Grade 10 Chemistry is a quantitative science that studies matter and the changes that it undergoes. The topics of this course include: measurement, basic atomic structure, naming compounds, writing formulas, balancing equations, chemical bonding, chemical quantities and reactions, heat in chemical reactions, and gas laws. Knowing laboratory setups and the procedures for conducting particular tests is another important aspect of this course. The completion of a term paper and/or project is a requirement of the course. Honors Chemistry is a demanding course and should be selected only by serious students who anticipate a need for chemistry in their vocational career plans. Students planning careers in the sciences and/or mathematical related fields and those required to take college chemistry are encouraged to elect this program. Reading and reasoning competence, as well as adequate preparation in mathematics, are essential preparation to ensure success. This course is intended for students who are in the accelerated science track or equivalent. Prerequisite: Physics (Honors level) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Core Plus 39948 EMAC BIOLOGY I 1 Science Credit Grade 10 This course takes a molecular approach to life science. Topics include biochemistry, matter and energy, cell transport, cell structure, cell division, genetics, molecular genetics, classification, and evolution. Students will complete laboratory exercises to reinforce and RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 41 explore concepts presented in class. The ability to read technical material and to manage one’s time will be essential skills for success in this class. Students will complete group and independent projects throughout the semester. Prerequisite: 9th grade Physics (Honors level) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Core Plus 39921 EMAC HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 1 Social Studies Credit Grade 9 All ninth grade students are required to take Human Geography, the study of the many cultural aspects found throughout the world and how they related to the spaces and places in which people live. The course is designed to provide students with a geographic framework with which to understand and evaluate key world issues. Students will learn the basics of geographic inquiry, including geoterms and statistical data. Topics addressed during the semester include geotourism, consumption patterns worldwide, the impact of technology on various regions, the future of key natural resources, the population explosion, the impact of genocide, and the conflict in the Middle East. The basic text for the course is Geography Alive. Special emphasis will be placed on reading comprehension, critical writing and cooperative learning activities. The Honors and College Prep courses will include supplemental units from The Choices Program at Brown University and other relevant instructional materials. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation9925 EMAC WORLD HISTORY 1 Social Studies Credit Grade 10 All tenth grade students will take the World History course, which focuses on major events of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries as they relate to Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. The course is arranged thematically and begins with a unit on the Industrial Revolution, with an emphasis on the growth of modern economic systems and their impact on world history. Additional topics include Imperialism, World War I and II, major revolutions around the world, the rise of dictators and the Cold War. This course will continue the department’s focus on reading comprehension, critical writing and primary source analysis. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 9955 EMAC SPANISH I 1 Foreign Language Credit College Prep Grade 9 In the introductory foreign language course, emphasis is placed on building vocabulary and phrases used in practical communication in the language, developing correct pronunciation and intonation, understanding the spoken language, learning the basics of language structure, and becoming knowledgeable of the culture, contemporary life, and geography of areas where the language is spoken. Emphasis is on communication – oral and written – and the teacher encourages students to use the language at all times during class. The textbook focuses on communicative topics and covers key situations where students would have to use the language to interact with others. Practice is given in all four basic skills- listening, speaking, reading, and writing- with many opportunities for student- student dialogue and self-expression in realistic situations. The pace of this course is rapid: each day's lesson consists of a new communicative pattern that the student will hear, analyze, imitate, and use to create his/her own phrases in similar meaningful communicative contexts. Daily homework provides more practice so that another variation or new topic may be presented the following day. 9958 EMAC SPANISH 2 1 Foreign Language Credit Grade 10 In the second-year language course there is continued emphasis on vocabulary, pronunciation, and intonation; there is also an increased consideration of grammatical elements and verb tenses. The student is encouraged to express himself/herself in the foreign language, using idiomatic expressions and more advanced grammatical structures.The textbook focuses on communicative topics and covers key situations where students would have to use the language to interact with others. Practice is given in all four basic skills- listening, speaking, reading, and writing- with many opportunities for student- student dialogue and self-expression in realistic situations. Reading material is used to enhance existing vocabulary as well as to develop further understanding of the culture of the people. The pace of this course is rapid: each day's lesson consists of a new communicative pattern that the student will hear, analyze, imitate, and use to create his/her own phrases in similar meaningful communicative contexts. Daily homework provides more practice so that another variation or new topic may be presented the following day. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the first year course in the same language.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 429990 EMAC SUCCESS IN HIGH SCHOOL (SIHS) 9 Grade 9 All Academy students will participate in SIHS as part of their academic program. This time allows students access to content area teachers within the Academy. This is also a time for enrichment programs and projects. Students will be exposed to time management, organization, portfolio preparation, guest speakers, stress recognition and management, and other programs on an “as- needed” basis.9991 EMAC SUCCESS IN HIGH SCHOOL (SIHS) 10 Grade 10 All Academy students will participate in SIHS as part of their academic program. This time allows students access to content area teachers within the Academy. This is also a time for enrichment programs and projects. Students will begin the college search and application process. Speakers and visitations have been scheduled in previous years. There will continue to be a reinforcement of the study skills and time management taught in 9th grade SIHS.SENIOR OPTIONSThe following are scheduling options available to seniors in good standing. Administrative approval must be sought for each of these options. Application does not guarantee approval. Students with scheduling conflicts will be first assigned to Senior Options. These options should be listed as ALTERNATES on your registration card.975 BUILDING AIDE Seniors may elect to serve as building aides in the main office, guidance department, academic departments, or deans’ offices. Students interested in this program must maintain a “C” average in all subjects. Students working as an aide must schedule a minimum of three full blocks, both semesters. Recommendations to serve as a building aide will be reviewed after the registration process is complete. Enrollment is limited based on schedule availability. Students with scheduling conflicts will be scheduled as an aide first.982 WORK RELEASE Seniors may request a work-release program, which will enable students to depart for work at the end of block three, provided the required and elective courses can be scheduled during the first three blocks. Students interested in this option must have parental permission and certification from the employer validating the hours of employment.985 COMMUNITY SERVICE Seniors may request a community service program, which will enable students to work as volunteers at local hospitals, day-care or eldercare centers, or other community agencies. Interested students would be required to schedule courses covering three blocks, both semesters. Students must make their own arrangements with community sites. The school will assume no responsibility in securing placements or transportation for students. Parental permission and certification from the volunteer agency would be required of participating students.990 STUDY RELEASE With approval from the administration, seniors may elect to take course work at local colleges or universities in lieu of scheduling a fourth block either or both semesters. The school will assume no responsibility in securing placements or transportation for students. Students are responsible for all costs of such courses and must make the arrangements directly with the college or university. Students must provide the high school with proof of enrollment.986 POOL/GYM AIDE This option is available to seniors who have a current CPR certificate and Life Guarding Card. Responsibilities will include guarding the pool during school hours when needed or being a building aide/gym aide at times when there is no one using the pool. All other conditions pertaining to Building Aides would also apply here.980 INTEGRATED SCIENCE AIDE Integrated science aides will serve as a teacher's aide in the integrated science content. Aides may work with students individually on content or with organization and maintenance of student notes or with small groups to help with calculator skills or with content. Assisting with the distribution of materials or other aspects as needed by the teacher may be included in the responsibilities. No time will be given for aides to do their own schoolwork.981 MATH ESSENTIALS TUTOR Math Essential tutors will serve as a teacher's aide in the CorePlus content. Aides may work with students individually or with small groups to help with calculator skills or with content. Assisting with the distribution of RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013 43 materials or other aspects as needed by the teacher may be included in the responsibilities. No time will be given for aides to do their own schoolwork.984 THEATER INTERNSHIPS Students may choose either the Costume and Prop Design or Set Design option. •Costume and Prop Design and Construction: Students interested in learning about costume design may sign up to be an intern for Ridley Drama Group shows. First semester students will work on the Fall Musical. Second Semester Students will work on the Winter Musical and/or Spring Play. Students signing up for this should have a basic knowledge of sewing, and be interested in sketching, costume construction, and prop design. Students will be required to design and create at least one full costume in its entirety, and will work on various other costumes and props for the shows. Students may be asked to research time periods and genres if necessary.•Set Design: Students interested in learning about set design may sign up to be an intern for Ridley Drama Group shows. First semester students will work on the Fall Musical. Second Semester Students will work on the Winter Musical and/or Spring Play. Students interested in interning for set design should have an interest in sketching/art, and must be able to work after school hours with the parent volunteers. Students will learn the basics of set construction and lighting design, and will be required to put together at least one piece of scenery under the supervision of the technical director. Students may also work as lighting technicians and technical crew during the shows.EG EARLY GRADUATION This option exists for students wishing to start “life after high school” at the end of the first semester. In order for students to take advantage of this option, they must have earned 24 credits by the end of junior year. Students must complete an application with their counselor for administrative permission. A letter from a parent must accompany the application. Students must be enrolling in a 2 or 4 year college or technical school or going on to full-time employment. Documentation supporting this request from the college, university, or trade school or employer must also be presented at the time of the request. This option, once granted, will not be changed after the July 15th schedule change deadline. This option does allow students to participate in June graduation and senior activities (prom, class night), provided that there are no extenuating circumstances which would prohibit said participation.RHS Course Selection Guide 2012-2013

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