Curriculum Highlights

• Kindergarten
• Kinderfirst
• Grade 1
• Grade 2
• Grade 3
• Grade 4
• Grade 5
• Grade 6
• Grade 7
• Grade 8
• Grades 9
• Grade 10
• Grade 11
• Grade 12

Kindergarten

Reading

• Phonemic Awareness
• Sight Word Vocabulary
• Letter Recognition
• Reading Readiness
• Literature

Writing

• D'Nealian - Manuscript
• Pencil Grip
• Posture
• Paper Position
• Words and Sentences

Language Arts

• Following Oral Directions
• Word Study
• Language Experience
• Oral Reports
• Finger Plays/Songs/Poetry
• Creative Dramatics

Speech/Language Pathology

• Where Sounds are Produced
• Names of Consonants and Sound(s)
• Discrimination of Vowel Sounds
• Tracking of Individual Sounds in Monosyllabic Words

Mathematics

• Problem Solving
• Numeration (0-20)
• Position/Location and Paths
• Basic Operations (+/-)
• Sorting and Classifying
• All Kinds of Shapes
• Fractions (Whole, Half, Etc.)
• Measurement (Length, Time, Money)
• Patterning

Social Studies/History

• Our School
• All About Me/Friendships
• Holidays
• Mexico
• Map Skills
• Black Americans
• Presidents
• Circus Life

Science and Lab

• Weather and the Four Seasons
• Buoyancy - What Goes Up? What Goes Down?
• Dinosaurs
• Exploring the Five Senses
• Changes in the World Around Us

Health

• Healthy Bodies
• Safety with medicines
• Healthy Food Choices
• Exercise
• Washing hands

Physical Education

• Locomotor Skills
• Gross Motor Skills
• Basic Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Games
• Special Awareness
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Book Check Out and Return
• Title, Author, Publisher, and Parts of a Book
• Library Etiquette
• Literary Genres and Media to Complement Curriculum

Computers

• Basic Computer Operation
• Simple Graphic Reports
• Music and Sound Effects
• Pictures, Words, and Sound for Communication
• Math and Reading Readiness

Art

• Discovering Art through "learning how to see"
• Color Recognition
• Shape and Line Recognition
• Introduction to Pattern and Texture
• Art in Our World - Arts and Crafts of Mexico
• Materials, Tools and Safety
• Problem Solving Techniques
• Exposure to Multicultural Art

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of Mexico

Kinderfirst (See curriculum highlights for Kindergarten and Grade 1)

Science and Lab

• Weather and the Seasons
• What's Alive and What isn't
• Storms
• Earhquakes and Volcanoes
• Light and Color
• Exploring the Five Senses

Computers

• Simple Illustrated and Factual Reports
• Music and Sound Effects
• Pictures, Words, and Sound for Communication
• Math and Reading Readiness
• Basic Skills Reinforcement

Art

• Art as Personal Expression
• The Expressive qualities of line, shape and color
• Three-dimensional Form Making
• Primary and Secondary color Mixing
• Media Explorations and Variations
• Increased Exposure to Art Media and Techniques
• Art in Our World - America, Bolivia and Spain
• Art Room Safety

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of North America, Spain and Bolivia

Grade 1

Reading

• Phonics
• Sight Word Vocabulary
• Critical Thinking and Predicting
• Literature and Author Study

Writing

• D'Nealian - Manuscript
• Sentence Structure
• Journal Writing
• Letter Writing
• Classbooks

Language Arts

• Following Multi-Step Directions
• Spelling/Word Study
• Language Experience
• Mechanics/Parts of Speech
• Book Reports/Story Components
• Poetry

Speech/Language Pathology

• Production of Vowel Sounds
• Reading/Writing Consonantal and Vocalic Sounds
• Identifying and Manipulating Sound Change in Monosyllabic Words

Mathematics

• Problem Solving (One-Step Problem)
• Numeration (1-100)
• Number Facts (+/- 1-20)
• Basic Operations (+/-)
• Estimating
• Graphing
• Measurement
• Geometry
• Fractions

Social Studies/History

• Map Skills
• Geography
• Government
• Japan
• Holidays
• Native America
• Immigration
• African-American History

Science and Lab

• Five Senses
• Systems of the Human Body
• Alive versus Not Alive
• Insects
• Arachnids and other Creepy Critters
• Everyday Geology
• Rumblings from Within - Volcanoes and Earthquakes

Health

• Organs of the body and where they are located
• Keeping my organs health
• Importance of Sleep
• Preventing Colds
• Asthma and Allergies

Physical Education

• Locomotor Skills
• Gross Motor Skills
• Basic Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Games
• Spatial Awareness
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Basic Library Procedures
• Title, Author, Publisher, and Parts of a Book
• Genres of Literature and Story Comprehension
• Locate Material
• Literature and Illustrations

Computers

• Simple Illustrated and Factual Reports
• Animated Stories and Reports
• Save, Edit, and Refine Projects
• Using Predictive Strategies
• Introductory Keyboarding Software
• Basic Skills Reinforcement

Art

• What is Art? Tools for understanding how and what we see
• Introduction to Art Elements and Terminology
• Color Mixing: How to and why
• Introduction to 3-D Elements
• Introduction to Weaving
• Art Vocabulary and Problem Solving Strategies
• Art in Our World -the Arts and Crafts of Japan
• Art Room Safety

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of Japan

Grade 2

Reading

• Phonics
• Sight Words/Vocabulary
• Answering WH Questions
• Trade Books
• Controlled Vocabulary Books
• Book Reports (In Class)

Writing

• Introduction to Cursive
• Journal Writing
• Sentence Expansion
• Sequencing Events
• Creating a Web (Outline)

Language Arts

• Critical Listening Skills
• Spelling Rules and Generalizations
• Mechanics
• Memorization Skills/Story Retelling
• Oral and Written Communication
• Thematic Units

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consonantal and Vocalic Sounds and Where Produced in Oral Cavity
• Spelling Expectancies
• Reading/Writing Monosyllabic Words
• Reading/Writing Sound Changes in Words

Mathematics

• Numerations (to Hundreds)
• Number Facts (+/-)
• Basic Operations (+/-)
• Problem Solving (One- and Two-Step)
• Measurement
• Multiplication and Division Concepts
• Fractions
• Geometry

Social Studies/History

• Multicultural Study
• Map Skills/Geography
• Communities/Working Together
• Native Americans
• African-American History
• America Long Ago
• Transportation

Science and Lab

• Comparing and Characterizing Animals
• Electricity and Magnetism
• Astronomy of the Solar System and Beyond
• Fueling the Human Body - Nutrition
• From Properties to the Influence

Health

• How my body is growing
• Bike Safety
• Fire Prevention
• Healthy teeth
• Making Good Choices

Physical Education

• Locomotor Skills
• Gross Motor Skills
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Games
• Spatial Awareness
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Library Skills for Identifying and Locating Information
• Computerized Catalog to Locate Books
• Distinction of Author, Title, Subject Searching
• Dictionary and Encyclopedia

Computers

• Multimedia and Paper-Based Projects
• Illustrated Information in Slide Shows
• Illustrated Web Page Creation
• Graphing and Mapping
• CD-ROM Research
• Touch Typing Games
• Basic Skills Reinforcement

Art

• New Art Media Explorations
• Introduction to Block Printing and other Printmaking Techniques
• Introduction to clay - basic form making techniques
• Tools and Techniques - additives and subtractive carving methods
• Drawing: Placement and Composition
• Art Elements and Color Theory Review
• Art Terminology and Vocabulary
• Art in Our World - the Arts and Crafts of Brazil and Russia

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of Brazil and Russia

Grade 3

Reading

• Phonics
• Sight Word Vocabulary
• Factual Recall
• Main Idea and Sequencing Details
• Syllabication
• Trade Books/Chapter Books

Writing

• Refining Cursive
• Four Types of Sentences
• Writing a Paragraph
• Webbing/Outlining
• Creative Writing

Language Arts

• Following Directions
• Spelling/Word Patterns
• Oral Book Reports
• Memorization of Poetry
• Proofreading
• Antonyms/Synonyms/Homonyms

Speech/Language Pathology

• Reading/Spelling Multisyllabic Words
• Listening to Others/Taking Turns
• Nonverbal Communication
• Giving/Receiving Praise and Criticism

Mathematics

• Numeration (Thousands)
• Reading and Writing Numbers
• Number Facts (+/-, x/))
• Multiplication and Long Division
• Problem Solving/Identifying Relevant Information
• Writing Number Sentences
• Estimating and Measuring
• Geometric Shapes

Social Studies/History

• African Communities
• Map Skills
• Geographic Regions
• Black History Month
• North American Indians
• Pioneer Living
• National Government
• Current Events

Science and Lab

• Flowers to Trees - Plants
• Physical Science - Matter, Gravity and Changes
• Meteorology
• Light and Color - Properties, Sources and Uses
• Sound from Bells to Brains

Health

• How my body is growing
• Bike Safety
• Fire Prevention
• Healthy teeth
• Making Good Choices

Physical Education

• Locomotor Skills
• Sport-Specific Skills
• Fitness/Exercises/Concepts
• Introduce Group Games
• Lead up games
• Spatial Awareness
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Library Skills (Researching and Reporting)
• Content, Glossary, and Index
• Atlas/Map Skills and Curriculum Projects
• Author, Style, Themes, and Techniques

Computers

• Spell Checker, Thesaurus, and Genre Formatting
• Presentations with PowerPoint
• Multimedia and Digital Photography
• World Wide Web Page Design
• Graphs, Charts, Timelines and Webs
• Evaluating Resources and Sources
• Using Select Internet Resources
• Keyboarding

Art

• Color Theory - Primary, Secondary and Tertiary
• Art Elements, Simple Use and Design, Abstractions and Symbolism
• Painting: Tints, Shades and Textures
• Drawing: Values, Patterns, Light, Shadow and Dimension
• Color Use, Theory and Themes
• Simple anatomy - exploring facial expressions
• Continued exposure to famous artists
• Art Vocabulary and Terminology
• Art in our World - the Arts

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of Ghana, Kenya and Australia

Grade 4

Reading

• Word Attack/Vocabulary Development
• Literal/Inferential Comprehension
• Guided Novel Study
• Structured Book Reports (Formal)
• Integration of Reading/Writing
• Scanning for Information

Writing

• Using Cursive
• Journal Writing
• Sentence Expansion
• Structured and Creative Paragraphs
• Multi-Paragraph Compositions

Language Arts

• Critical Listening Skills
• Spelling Rules and Generalizations
• Mechanics of Writing/Grammar
• Outlining and Note Taking Skills
• Test Taking Skills and Strategies
• Class Presentations
• Proofing and Editing

Speech/Language Pathology

• Giving/Receiving Praise and Criticism
• Initiating Conversation
• Maintaining a Topic
• Reinforce Reading and Spelling of Multisyllabic Words

Mathematics

• Numeration (Millions/Billions)
• Number Facts
• Computation with Basic Operations (Algorithms)
• Problem Solving (One-, Two-, and Three-Step Word Problems)
• Fractions
• Decimals
• Geometry
• Measurements

Social Studies/History

• Multicultural Study
• Map Skills
• U.S. Geography
• Climate, Culture, and Landforms of the U.S.
• Maryland Geography
• History of Maryland
• Famous Marylanders
• Current Events

Science and Lab

• Physical Science - Simple Machines
• Astronomy of the Solar System
• Earth's Natural Geographical Features
• Geology - Rocks, Soil and Minerals
• Biology - Animal Behaviors and Characteristics

Health

• Food Pyramid
• Snack selection
• Energy and Rest
• Head Lice
• What is the Flu
• Water Safety
• Tobacco
• Peer resistance skills

Physical Education

• Locomotor Skills
• Sport Specific Skills
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Lead up games
• Rules of Games
• Spatial Awareness
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Library Skills (Research Project)
• Plagiarism
• Dewey Decimal System
• Visual Literacy
• Information Searching Skills
• Literary Genres and Personal Experiences

Computers

• Newsletter and Poetry Magazine Editing
• Multimedia and Digital Video Photography
• Television Studio Broadcasting
• World Wide Web Research Projects
• World Wide Web Page Creation
• Timelines, Webs and Outlines
• Evaluating Resources, Sources and Simulations
• Keyboarding Skills

Art

• Art in Our Communities (Signs, Graphics, Etc.)
• Art Critique/Problem Solving
• Painting/Light and Shadow, Warm and Cool
• Drawing What You See
• Sculpture, Assemblage, Pottery

Music

• Getting Comfortable with Singing
• Vocal Music
• Learning Through Games
• Knowing the Instruments of the Orchestra
• Storytelling/Sharing
• Performances
• Instrumental Music/Part-Following and Basic Note-Reading
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Listening
• Music of India, China and Italy

Grade 5

Reading

• Literal/Inferential Comprehension
• Vocabulary Usage and Expansion
• Oral Reading (for Fluency)
• Character Development
• Independent Book Reports
• Fiction and Non-Fiction Novels

Writing

• Sentence Structure and Expansion
• Multi-Paragraph Development
• Creative Writing
• Poetry Writing
• Research Project/Written Report

Language Arts

• Spelling/Grammar
• Mechanics of Writing
• Proofing and Editing
• Note Taking and Outlining
• Speeches and Presentations
• Test Taking Skills
• Research and Written Reports

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

• Operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
• Measurement
• Ratio and percentage
• Geometry
• Probability
• Problem Solving

Social Studies/History

• Map Skills
• Native Americans
• Explorers
• Colonial Life
• Revolutionary War
• Westward Expansion
• Civil War/Reconstruction
• Current Events
• Multicultural Study

Science and Lab

• Nature of Science
• Exploring the Scientific Method
• Metrics/Measurement
• From Bacteria to Plants
• Electricity and Magnetism
• Motion, Forces, and Energy
• Environmental Science

Health (one semester)

• Health Triangle
• Smoking - Physical effects on youth
• Tobacco Advertising
• Peer Resistance Skills
• Puberty - Personal hygiene

Physical Education

• Sport Specific Skills
• Lead up games
• Sport Specific Games
• Strategies
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Fitness Testing
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Refinement of fourth grade library skills (Reference Sources)
• Utilization of the Electronic Catalog to identify/locate materials
• Keyword and Subject Searching (Electronic)
• Biographical Dictionary, Magazine Indexes
• Skim and Scan for Information

Computers

• Desktop Publishing
• Stage Cast Creator Programming and Critical Thinking Skills
• Graphs, Charts, Maps, and Timelines
• WWW, CD-ROM Research Projects
• Inspiration Webs and Outlines
• Digital Photography
• Online Safety and Responsible Use
• Touch Typing Skills

Art

• Art Materials and Techniques
• Art Elements Review
• Formal Discussion of the Principles of Design
• Continued Exposure to Artists and Art History
• Still-lives, Elements of Nature, Geometric Design and Pattern Making
• Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics and Printmaking
• In-depth Observations of Shape, Line, Hue, Value, and One Point Perspective
• Art Critique and Problem Solving

Music

• Vocal Music
• Instrumental Music/Ensemble Performance
• Music AppreciationNote Reading
• Music History
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Score Reading
• Performances

Spanish FLEX (Foreign Language Experience)

• Development of interest and appreciation of foreign languages
• Basic words and phrases development
• Development of basic listening and speaking skills
• Cultural awareness
• Enhancement of linguistic awareness

Latin FLEX (Foreign Language Experience)

• Development of interest in Latin
• Introduction of Latin greetings
• Introduction to the Latin culture
• Introduction of Roman numerals
• Elementary translation initiation

Grade 6

Reading

• Factual/Inferential Comprehension
• Vocabulary (Contextual Usage)
• Novel Interpretation
• Multi-Media Comparison
• Summarizing
• Elements of a Novel

Writing

• Sentence Expansion
• Paragraph Development
• Multi-Paragraph Composition
• Research Project
• Establish Personal Writing Style

Language Arts

• Spelling/Mechanics of Writing
• Parts of Speech/Sentence Structure
• Debates/Speeches
• Test Taking Strategies
• Research and Written Reports
• Proofing and Editing

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

• Operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
• Metrics
• Proportion and percentage
• Geometry
• Graphing
• Probability and statistics
• Pre-Algebra
• Problem solving

Social Studies/History

• World Geography and Map Skills
• Current Events
• Beginning of Civilization
• Ancient Civilizations
• Middle Ages
• Comparative Religion
• Multicultural Study

Science and Lab

• Earth Science
• Exploring Planet Earth and the Solar System
• Evolution: Change Over Time With Fossil and Landforms
• Dynamic Earth: Volcanoes and Earthquakes
• Exploring Earth's Weather

Health (one semester)

• Food Pyramid &endash; Balanced Diets
• Healthy Food Choices
• Label Reading
• Alcohol - Physical and Emotional Effects on Youth
• Alcohol Message in the Media
• Peer Resistance Skills
• Adolescent Development - Body

Physical Education

• Sport-Specific Skills
• Lead up games
• Sports Specific Games
• Strategies
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Fitness Testing
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Library Skills (Electronic Searching)
• Electronic Databases
• Accuracy/Authority of Sources
• Literary Awards
• Almanac and Thesaurus

Computers

• Desktop Publishing-Newsletter and Covers
• PowerPoint Research Presentations
• Digital Photography
• Copyright, Plagiarism, Online Safety
• Access and EvaluateWorld Wide Web Resources
• Touch Typing Skills
• Big 6™ Research Skills

Art

• Increasingly Diverse Use of Art Teminoilogy, Media and Techniques
• Direct Observation Drawing and Painting
• Two Point Perspective, 3-D Form Making, and Carved Relief
• The Creative Process: Procedures, Critical Thinking and Concept Applications
• Interdisciplinary Units and Cross Curricular Projects and Activities
• Continued Exposure to Multicultural Art
• Art Critique and Problem Solving

Music

• Vocal Music
• Instrumental Music/Ensemble Performance
• Music AppreciationNote Reading
• Music History
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Score Reading
• Performances

Spanish FLEX (Foreign Language Experience)

• Interest and appreciation of Spanish as a foreign language development
• Introduction to basic words and phrases
• Development of basic listening, comprehension, and speaking skills
• Cultural awareness development
• Enhancement of linguistic awareness

Latin FLEX (Foreign Language Experience)

• Introduction of basic conversation
• Exploration of the Latin culture
• Enrichment of Latin vocabulary
• Introduction to elementary grammar
• Elementary translation continuation

Grade 7

English

• Five Purposes of Writing
• Higher level writing experience with attention to the Six Stages
• Building and Expansion of sentence structure, paragraph and essay
• Awareness of Purpose, Content, Audience and Form
• Self, peer and teacher evaluation with the use of checklists
• Educational rubrics
• Vocabulary Development
• Grammar Instruction
• Research Projects
• Oral Presentations

Literature

• Study of novels, plays and short stories
• Introduction of basic literary devices
• Oral Presentations
• Independent Reading Program
• Introduction of the literary essay

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

• Basic operations and order of operations
• Number patterns
• Decimals and fractions
• Ratio, proportion and percentage
• Geometry
• Equations

  Pre-Algebra

• Integers and decimals
• Number theory
• Rational numbers
• Equations
• Graphing
• Ratio, proportion, and percentage
• Geometry

Geography

• Long term projects
• Map and chart skills
• Basic research skills
• Cultural studies
• Oral presentations

Science and Lab

• Life Science
• Cells and Heredity - Human
• Biology and Health
• MindFind

Health

• Personal Health and Safety
• Stress Management
• Exercise and Activity
• Physical Effects of Caffeine
• Physical Effects of High Fat, Sugar and Fat Diets
• Marijuana
• Inhalants
• Social Skills
• Gender Sensitivity
• Stereotyping
• Teen Sexual Rights
• HIV/AIDS

Physical Education

• Sport-Specific Skills
• Lead up games
• Sports Specific Games
• Strategies
• Lifetime Fitness Activities
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Fitness Testing
• Problem Solving Activities
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Computer Vocabulary and History
• Research-Based Presentations
• Editing Digital Photography
• Online Safety, Intellectual Property, Copyright Issues
• Big 6™ Research Skill
• Introductory MS Word and Desktop Publishing

Art

• Increasingly Diverse Use of Art Terminology, Media and Techniques
• Increased Understanding and Application of the Planning Process
• Introduction to Aesthetics, and the Nuances of Color, Shape and Design
• Importance of Individualized Artistic Expression
• Mask and Stencil Making, Cartooning, Image Morphing, Collage and Ceramics
• Continued Exposure to Multicultural Art
• Art Critique and Problem Solving

Music

• Vocal Music
• Instrumental Music/Ensemble Performance
• Music AppreciationNote Reading
• Music History
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Score Reading
• Performances

Spanish

• Expansion and usage of vocabulary
• Development of interest in and appreciation of Spanish as a foreign language
• Development of an appreciation of Hispanic culture
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Development of the four language skills (listening/comprehension, speaking, reading and writing)

Latin

• Enrichment of vocabulary
• Introduction of Latin derivatives
• Sight reading
• Introduction of Roman family activities
• Introduction of Roman mythology

Grade 8

English

• Continued experience with the Five Purposes of Writing
• Expansion of writing as a process that includes the six stages
• High-level sentence structure
• Emphasis on importance of relevant and complete elaboration of ideas
• Organizational strategies for essay writing
• Self and peer evaluation of writing
• Educational rubrics
• Vocabulary development with attention to precision of word choice
• Grammar Instruction
• Research projects
• Oral Presentations

Literature

• Study of novels, plays, short stories and poetry
• Continued study of literary essays
• Study of literary devices
• Independent reading program
• Oral presentations
• Long term projects

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

Pre-Algebra

• Integers and decimals
• Number theory
• Rational numbers
• Equations
• Graphing
• Ratio, proportion, and percentage
• Geometry

  Algebra 1

• Rules of algebra
• Solving, writing, and graphing linear equations
• Solving systems of linear equations
• Solving and graphing linear inequalities
• Powers and exponents
• Quadratic equations and factoring
• Functions
• Radicals

Social Studies/History

• Exploration
• Colonial Era
• The Revolution
• Becoming a Nation
• Women, Black, and Native American Rights and History
• Spy Project

Science and Lab

• Physical Science and Chemistry
• Introduction to Physics
• Sound and Light
• Introduction to Chemistry
• Chemical Building Blocks
• Chemical Interactions

Health

• Personal Health and Safety
• Stress Management
• Exercise and Activity
• Physical Effects of Caffeine
• Physical Effects of High Fat, Sugar and Fat Diets
• Marijuana
• Inhalants
• Social Skills
• Gender Sensitivity
• Stereotyping
• Teen Sexual Rights
• HIV/AIDS

Physical Education

• Sport-Specific Skills
• Lead up games
• Sports Specific Games
• Strategies
• Lifetime Fitness Activities
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Fitness Testing
• Problem Solving Activities
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Microsoft Word - Advanced Skills
• Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets, Graphs and Charts
• Microsoft Publisher projects
• HyperStudio Multimedia Presentations
• Webs and Outlines to Organize Research Data
• Research Techniques and Plagiarism Issues
• Digital Photography Manipulation
• Touch Typing Skills Reinforced

Art

• Increasingly Diverse Use of Art Terminology, Media, Techniques and Planning
• The Inclusion and Study of More Complex Subject Matter and Concepts
• In-depth Explorations of Abstract and Geometrically Based Imagery
• Chiaroscuro Drawing Techniques, Tri-Panel Design and Color Theory
• 3-D Form Making: Clay and Wood
• Famous Artist Studies and Artistic Interpretation

Music

• Vocal Music
• Instrumental Music/Ensemble Performance
• Music AppreciationNote Reading
• Music History
• Notation and Note-Reading
• Score Reading
• Performances 

Spanish

• Expansion of vocabulary
• Usage of target language
• Development of the four language skills (listening/comprehension, speaking, reading and writing)
• Interest and appreciation of Hispanic culture
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world

Latin

• Enrichment of vocabulary through reading
• Expansion of the use of Latin derivatives
• Exploration of Roman marriage, travel and entertainment
• Introduction to first, second and third declensions
• Introduction to accusative and dative cases of grammar

Grade 9

Literature

• "Connecting Past to Present"
• Connecting ancient works to modern themes
• Novels, short stories, plays, memoirs and poetry
• Basic literary analysis
• Writing literary essays
• History of Drama
• Independent reading

English

• Refinement of writing using five purposes
• Appropriate language for purpose, form and audience
• Literary devices and how they enhance meaning in a text
• Dialect, slang and idioms used in writing
• Peer and teacher evaluation through the use of checklists and rubrics
• Stylizing of sentence structure
• Grammar instruction
• Vocabulary development
• Note-taking and research tools
• Effective communication skills

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

Algebra 1/Algebra 1 Honors

• Rules of algebra
• Solving, writing, and graphing linear equations
• Solving systems of linear equations
• Solving and graphing linear inequalities
• Powers and exponents
• Quadratic equations and factoring
• Functions
• Radicals

  Geometry/Geometry Honors

• Language and reasoning in geometry
• Proof
• Parallel lines
• Congruent and similar triangles
• Quadrilaterals and other polygons
• Circles
• Area and volume
• Right triangle trigonometry

History

• Ancient History &endash; Prehistory-1400
• Basic historical research
• Creation of civilizations
• Basic government, economics
• Map skill reinforcement
• World Religions
• Anthropology
• Long term projects

Science and Lab

• Biology
• Honors Biology

Health

• First Aid
• CPR
• Setting Fitness Goals
• Preventing Sports Injuries
• Obtaining and Maintaining Good Posture
• Preventing Knee and Back Injuries
• Eye Care and Safety
• Tattoos and Body Piercing
• Alcohol , Accidents and Teens
• Sexual Assault Prevention
• Building Health Relationships

Physical Education (Six seasons are required for graduation.)
*This requirement is usually completed in grade 9 & 10 in PE class or through an approved independent PE contract. Athletic team participation fulfills a season's requirement.

• Sport Specific Skills
• Sport Specific Games
• Strategies
• Lifetime Fitness Activities
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Problem Solving Activities
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Course electives (could include):
• Introduction to Computer Graphics
• Desktop Publishing
• Introduction to Computer Animation
• Introductory Web Page Design
• Advanced Web Page Design
• Computer Art And Design

Art

• Course electives (could include):
• Two Dimensional Art; Media Exploration in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking
• Three Dimensional Art; Media Explorations in Collage, Multi-media Assemblage and Ceramics
• Introduction to Design and Illustration; Discovering the Importance and Place in Today's Commercial Arts Industry
• Portfolio Development and Presentation; Creating an art portfolio for undergraduate colleges, universities and art schools

Music

• Elective Courses (could be):
• Jazz Ensemble
• Vocal Ensemble

Spanish I

• Conversational vocabulary
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Feelings, emotions and exchanging opinions

Spanish II

• Conversational vocabulary expansion
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Hispanic literature appreciation
• Expression of feelings and emotions through journal entries

Latin I

• Introduction of the history of the romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Comparison of present day values with those of the Roman empire
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history

Latin II

• Exploration of the history of the romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Comparison of present day values with those of the Roman empire
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history

Grade 10

Literature

• "Modern World Literature"
• Study of novels, plays, poetry and short stories
• Regions studied: Asia, Middle East, Africa, Caribbean, Australia, Extensive WWII Holocaust study
• Independent reading
• Critical literary analysis (Deconstruction, Marxist, Feminist, etc.)
• Critical poetry analysis
• Historical and cultural study
• World Religions in literature

English

• Five purposes of writing
• Language history and structure
• Varied and frequent writing assignments
• Revision according to purpose and audience
• Sentence variation and style
• Teacher and student evaluations of writing with use of rubrics and checklists
• Adaptation of speaking and listening skills to audience, purpose and content
• Grammar instruction
• Vocabulary development
• Note-taking and researching methods

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

Geometry/Geometry Honors

• Language and reasoning in geometry
• Proof
• Parallel lines
• Congruent and similar triangles
• Quadrilaterals and other polygons
• Circles
• Area and volume
• Right triangle trigonometry

  Algebra 2 with Trigonometry/Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors

• Linear equations and systems of linear equations and inequalities
• Matrices and determinants
• Quadratic equations and parabolas
• Powers, roots, and radicals
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomials and polynomial functions
• Rational and radical functions
• Sequences and series
• Trigonometric ratios, functions, graphs, identities, and equations
• Probability and statistics

History

• Modern World History &endash; 1400-WWII
• Research paper

Science and Lab

• Biology
• Honors Biology
• Environmental Science
• Chemistry
• Honors Chemistry
• Physics

Physical Education (Six seasons are required for graduation.)
*This requirement is usually completed in grade 9 & 10 in PE class or through an approved independent PE contract. Athletic team participation fulfills a season's requirement.

• Sport Specific Skills
• Sport Specific Games
• Strategies
• Lifetime Fitness Activities
• Fitness Exercises/Concepts
• Problem Solving Activities
• Sportsmanship

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Course electives (could include):
• Introduction to Computer Graphics
• Desktop Publishing
• Introduction to Computer Animation
• Introductory Web Page Design
• Advanced Web Page Design
• Computer Art And Design

Art

• Course electives (could include):
• Two Dimensional Art; Media Exploration in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking
• Three Dimensional Art; Media Explorations in Collage, Multi-media Assemblage and Ceramics
• Introduction to Design and Illustration; Discovering the Importance and Place in Today's Commercial Arts Industry
• Portfolio Development and Presentation; Creating an art portfolio for undergraduate colleges, universities and art schools

Music

• Elective Courses (could be):
• Jazz Ensemble
• Vocal Ensemble

Spanish II

• Conversational vocabulary expansion
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Hispanic literature appreciation
• Expression of feelings and emotions through journal entries

Spanish III

• Expansion and utilization of conversational vocabulary
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Spanish literature appreciation
• Expression of feelings, emotions and opinions through conversation and journal entries

Latin II

• Exploration of the history of romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Comparison of present day values with those of the Roman empire
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history

Latin III

• Expansion of the exploration of the history of romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Comparison of present day values with those of the Roman empire
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history

Grade 11

Literature

• "American Literature"
• Novels, Essays, Poetry, Short Stories and Plays
• Study of eras in American literature
• Writing literary essays
• Independent reading

English

• Five purposes of writing
• Varied and frequent writing assignments
• Practice with college essay
• Reinforcement of understanding purpose and audience
• Continued development of skill in the use of voice, tone and style
• Connections made to history and other curricula
• Refinement of oral communication skills
• Grammar review
• Vocabulary development (SAT words)
• Research methods

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

Algebra 2

• Review of algebraic concepts and skills
• Linear equations and graphs
• Systems of equations and inequalities
• Quadratic functions
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomial functions
• Rational and radical functions

  Algebra 2 with Trigonometry/Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors

• Linear equations and systems of linear equations and inequalities
• Matrices and determinants
• Quadratic equations and parabolas
• Powers, roots, and radicals
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomials and polynomial functions
• Rational and radical functions
• Sequences and series
• Trigonometric ratios, functions, graphs, identities, and equations
• Probability and statistics

  Precalculus Honors

• Linear, quadratic, and rational equations and inequalities
• Polynomial and rational functions
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Trigonometric functions and analytic trigonometry
• Polar coordinates and equations
• Vectors
• Conic sections and analytic geometry
• Sequences and series
• Introduction to calculus

History

• American History
• Honors American History
• AP American History

Science and Lab

• Biology
• Honors Biology
• AP Biology
• Environmental Science
• Chemistry
• Honors Chemistry
• Physics

Physical Education (Six seasons are required for graduation.)
*This requirement is usually completed in grade 9 & 10 in PE class or through an approved independent PE contract. Athletic team participation fulfills a season's requirement.

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Course electives (could include):
• Introduction to Computer Graphics
• Desktop Publishing
• Introduction to Computer Animation
• Introductory Web Page Design
• Advanced Web Page Design
• Computer Art And Design

Art

• Course electives (could include):
• Two Dimensional Art; Media Exploration in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking
• Three Dimensional Art; Media Explorations in Collage, Multi-media Assemblage and Ceramics
• Introduction to Design and Illustration; Discovering the Importance and Place in Today's Commercial Arts Industry
• Portfolio Development and Presentation; Creating an art portfolio for undergraduate colleges, universities and art schools

Music

• Elective Courses (could be):
• Jazz Ensemble
• Vocal Ensemble

Spanish III

• Expansion and utilization of conversational vocabulary
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Discussion and appreciation of values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Spanish literature appreciation
• Expression of feelings, emotions and opinions through conversation and journal entries

Latin III

• Expansion of the exploration of the history of romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Comparison of present day values with those of the Roman empire
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history

Grade 12

Literature

• Electives (could include):
• African-American history through literature
• Social Issues
• British Literature
• Contemporary Fiction
• Continued focus on in-depth analysis and critical writing

English

• Understanding of appropriate language for purpose, form and audience
• Appropriate language and form to create voice, tone and style
• Knowledge of feedback for revising and editing
• Technology use for accessing, organizing and presenting information
• Refinement of note-taking and organization skills
• Grammar review
• Vocabulary development (SAT words)
• Analysis of artistic expression
• Refinement of research and organizational methods

Speech/Language Pathology

• Consultative

Mathematics

Algebra 2

• Review of algebraic concepts and skills
• Linear equations and graphs
• Systems of equations and inequalities
• Quadratic functions
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomial functions
• Rational and radical functions

  Algebra 2 with Trigonometry/Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors

• Linear equations and systems of linear equations and inequalities
• Matrices and determinants Quadratic equations and parabolas Powers, roots, and radicals
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Polynomials and polynomial functions
• Rational and radical functions
• Sequences and series
• Trigonometric ratios, functions, graphs, identities, and equations
• Probability and statistics

  Precalculus Honors

• Linear, quadratic, and rational equations and inequalities
• Polynomial and rational functions
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Trigonometric functions and analytic trigonometry
• Polar coordinates and equations
• Vectors
• Conic sections and analytic geometry
• Sequences and series
• Introduction to calculus

  Senior Math

• Statistics
• Data manipulation and graphing
• Probability
• Applications of Statistics and probability
• History of number theory
• Bases of calculation

  Calculus Honors

• Functions and graphs
• Limits
• Differentiation
• Integration
• Differential equations
• Applications of calculus

History

• Electives (could include):
• African-American History through Literature
• Social Issues
• British History through Literature
• Economics
• Vietnam War
• Government
• Anthropology
• AP American History

Science and Lab

• Biology
• Honors Biology
• AP Biology
• Chemistry
• Honors Chemistry
• Physics
• P.A.I.D. (physiology, anatomy, injury, disease)

Physical Education (Six seasons are required for graduation.)
*This requirement is usually completed in grade 9 & 10 in PE class or through an approved independent PE contract. Athletic team participation fulfills a season's requirement.

Library

• Consultative for individuals and class research projects

Computers

• Course electives (could include):
• Introduction to Computer Graphics
• Desktop Publishing
• Introduction to Computer Animation
• Introductory Web Page Design
• Advanced Web Page Design
• Computer Art And Design

Art

• Course electives (could include):
• Two Dimensional Art; Media Exploration in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking
• Three Dimensional Art; Media Explorations in Collage, Multi-media Assemblage and Ceramics
• Introduction to Design and Illustration; Discovering the Importance and Place in Today's Commercial Arts Industry
• Portfolio Development and Presentation; Creating an art portfolio for undergraduate colleges, universities and art schools

Music

• Elective Courses (could be):
• Jazz Ensemble
• Vocal Ensemble

Spanish III

• Expansion and utilization of conversational vocabulary
• Similarities/differences of cultures
• Discussion and appreciation of values and perspectives from the Spanish-speaking world
• Spanish literature appreciation
• Expression of feelings, emotions and opinions through conversation and journal entries

Latin III

• Expansion of the exploration of the history of romance languages
• Development of linguistic knowledge through the study of Latin words
• English vocabulary development through Roman roots, prefixes and suffixes
• Attention to the continuity in history and language
• Reading to communicate values and mores
• Comparison of present day culture to that of the Romans
• Development of sensitivity to other cultures
• Assessment of eurocentric values in history